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- Page 1 Activity Tracking Works with: iOS 8.2 and above (iPhone 4s or later & iPad 3 or later) and select Android devices running Android 4.4 and above. www.activ8rlives.com...
- Page 2 From tracking levels of physical activity, weight, food intake, cardiovascular and lung function, to a new generation of at-home testing for long-term lung disease, we provide the devices and web-based tools to help you be active, eat well and stay healthy. Learn more at www.activ8rlives.com...
- Page 3 Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 is a wearable wristband with integrated Bluetooth 4.0, 3D Sensor, upgradable firmware, with data upload to a FREE Smartphone App via Bluetooth 4.0 or USB to your PC (Windows or OSX).
- Page 5 WARNINGS: The Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 wristband may not be suitable for people with skin sensitivities to synthetic materials. The Activ8rlives BuddyBand is NOT waterproof. Do not place it in water or take it swimming or leave it in the pockets of your clothing when you wash them. Tampering with the cover of your BuddyBand will invalidate your warranty.
- Page 6 Two ways to set-up your BuddyBand Smartphone or Tablet via Bluetooth 4.0 connection Windows or OSX Computer via USB con- nection...
- Page 7 OK, let’s get started with the Bluetooth 4.0 Setup This guide will instruct you how to: Install the Activ8rlives 3.0 Health and Food Diary App to your iOS or Android Smartphone or Tablet; Instruct you how to operate, use and take...
- Page 8 Download the FREE Activ8rlives 3.0 Health and Food Diary App from the App Store appropriate to your device. Search for Activ8rlives. iOS 8.2 or above (iPhone 4s or later and iPad 3 or later). Earlier versions do not support Bluetooth 4.0.
- Page 9 Many non-Bluetooth devices can be made to communicate with the BuddyBand using our POGO device, which plugs into the earphone socket of your Smartphone or Tablet and is available separately from Activ8rlives. See our website www.activ8rlives.com for further information.
- Page 10 Register for your FREE Activ8rlives Account Once you have installed the Activ8rlives 3.0 App, open the App making sure your Smartphone or Tablet is connected to the internet with Bluetooth 4.0 switched on. If you have already Registered, you can Login to your Activ8rlives account.
- Page 11 Password details associated with your account and keep these safe. Quick Tour on your App A Quick Tour showing what the Activ8rlives 3.0 Smartphone App can do is available from the App Login page at the bottom. Scroll down to see a quick overview of what you can do with this App.
- Page 12 Parts to your BuddyBand Your Activ8rlives BuddyBand has four WRISTBAND parts: the LED DISPLAY, the BUTTON LED which flickers with 3 different coloured lights, the USB connector, which is used to connect to your computer if you do not have Bluetooth 4.0 on your...
- Page 13 Charging and Battery Your Activ8rlives BuddyBand contains a 40mAh Lithium rechargeable battery, which is non- replaceable. Charging your Activ8rlives BuddyBand on the first occasion will require 1 hour, and subsequent charging will take 15 minutes to fully charge in a PC USB port. It will vibrate and/or flash with a blue light once it is fully charged.
- Page 15 Setting-up the Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 Setting Date and Time Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 can be quickly set-up the first time it is synchronised with the Activ8rlives App. There is no need to programme it yourself. Activ8rlives App sets-up the time on your...
- Page 16 Connecting to the Activ8rlives App by Bluetooth 4.0 Ensure that Bluetooth 4.0 is switched on, on your Smartphone or Tablet. Launch the Activ8rlives 3.0 Health and Food Diary App. Pressing this Button on each screen takes you to the Main Menu.
- Page 17 Connecting to the Activ8rlives App by Bluetooth 4.0 Activ8rlives App will search for your Activ8rlives BuddyBand, and when it has found it your Activ8rlives BuddyBand will vibrate on your wrist. Press YES if this is the case and the next App screen will contain...
- Page 18 Uploading your Data With the Activ8rlives BuddyBand connected to the Activ8rlives Health and Food Diary App, your data will be transmitted and displayed on your Smartphone or Tablet and from there, transmitted to your online account. The step count on the LCD Display on...
- Page 19 Viewing your BuddyBand Data From the menu of the Activ8rlives App you can view your Health Data. Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 determines your steps taken. These can be displayed singularly or overlaid with other parameters of your health, such as tracking...
- Page 20 Case Study The inter-relationships between physical activity, weight and BMI. Note the two periods of decreased physical activity in the life of our volunteer: activity decreased, weight and BMI readings rose. Awareness allows for rapid adjustment in lifestyle. Decreased activity led to increased weight and...
- Page 21 Smartphone App or via the main Activ8rlives website www.activ8rlives.com. Use the same Username and Password that you used for your App to Login to your account on the main website in any browser. The website has a lot more features than...
- Page 22 OK, let’s get started with the PC Setup This guide will instruct you how to: Install the Activ8rlives Service Link to your computer or PC; Instruct you how to operate, use and take care of your Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 activity tracker and connect to your computer or PC;...
- Page 23 Set-up for Windows or OSX Computers via USB connection Getting your computer up-to-date….. Activ8rlives Service Link is designed to run on Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and 8 and Apple’s Leopard, Snow Leopard, Lion and later versions of its OSX.
- Page 24 Creating a FREE Activ8rlives Account using your PC You can use the great online facility we have created to help you work in groups, to increase your motivation and to help you achieve your goals. Joining is FREE FOR LIFE.
- Page 25 Some basic details are needed for the calculations used for your Body Mass Index, the calories you use and the distances you walk. You can create your own target values for steps and weight to. Activ8rlives will help you to understand whether your activity levels and weight are in the “healthy” zones. Simply follow along as the software guides you.
- Page 26 Your Account Once you have worked through the Registration process on the website, you can review and edit your details and parameters used to programme the Activ8rlives BuddyBand in your Activ8rlives ACCOUNT section. You can also upload an image to represent yourself so that your friends know...
- Page 27 Your Targets You can change your targets for steps, weight and lung function in the YOUR TARGETs tab. Make your targets achievable and realistic for your current level of fitness. These individual targets can easily be changed should you find that you have set your goals too low.
- Page 28 The Service Link is a small software programme, which we use to upload and download information to and from devices. After you have logged into your Activ8rlives account, go to the HELP link at the top of each page www.activ8rlives.com/help There you will find a page with the latest version of our Instruction Manual, the latest versions of the Service Link software and details about where to contact us for support and help.
- Page 29 Note: Do make sure that your computer is up-to-date with all its operating updates, either Windows or OSX before you start the process to install the Service Link Software. To install the Service Link Software, click on the icon for the Service Link. This will initiate the installation process.
- Page 30 Downloading Service Link to your PC continued Once the installation process has been started, the software will automatically install all of the services you need to run it and to download data from any of our devices: the Bud- dyBand, and Peak flow meter. Just work through the installation Wizard and the software will do everything for you.
- Page 31 Downloading the Service Link For Windows Vista Windows Vista has its own set of oddities, which were removed when Microsoft brought out its successors, Windows 7 and Windows 8. If you are still using Vista, there are some changes which may have to be made to enable you to edit users. First, go to the Start Menu and select Control Panel.
- Page 32 Uploading Data via the Service Link on your Computer Remove the USB module from the Activ8rlives BuddyBand wristband so that you can connect the BuddyBand to your Windows or Apple PC via the USB port. Open the Service Link software that can be located on the desktop of your computer.
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Page 33: Specifications
USB and Specifications Type Description Dimension (L x W X H) 69.1mm x 15.8mm x 11.2mm Weight 18g (including battery) Step count 0—99,999 steps Distance travelled 0—99,999 (km or miles) Calories used 0—99,999 Stride distance input range 10—150cm Age input range 6—80+ years Body weight input range 10—150kg... - Page 34 BuddyBand Display: Today’s Mode Today’s Mode on your Activ8rlives BuddyBand DISPLAY. Press BUTTON for Time, Battery and Alarm Indicator. Steps on your Activ8rlives BuddyBand DISPLAY shows today’s steps. Auto zeros at midnight (your time zone). Calories on your Activ8rlives BuddyBand DISPLAY shows today’s calories used (based on steps and your weight).
- Page 35 Calculating Your Stride Length Your Activ8rlives account has some great things you can do with your data from the Activ8rlives BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0. This makes it fun to use - especially if you are part of a group or team. We all tend to do the things we like doing. So having fun is part of the motivation for changing our lifestyles.
- Page 36 For any general enquiries or technical questions concerning the product or questions about the warranty, please contact Activ8rlives—details are on the back of this Instruction Manual. EU-Declaration of Conformity Activ8rlives...
- Page 37 Quick Guide to the Activ8rlives Website Home Page Activ8rlives 3.0 Health and Food Diary App is just the start of the self-monitoring experience. There is so much more to explore online at www.activ8rlives.com Our website has a secure Login—you use the same Username and Password that you use on the App.
- Page 38 A Walk in the Park Google Earth is built into Activ8rlives. This tool can be used by group Administrators to design a route for the group to walk along. Steps from each group member are combined and progress can be tracked using the stunning imagery available.
- Page 39 The aim is to work together and support each other to be more active. While we do this, we want to have some fun too. Activ8rlives A8 group This is a demonstration and support group for people who are new to Activ8rlives.
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- Page 41 Cardiovascular Health Activ8rlives Blood Pressure Bluetooth 4.0 monitor is an easy-to-use device that can meas- ure your blood pressure — especially useful if you suffer from previously diagnosed condi- tions, which result in high or low blood pressure. This device is intended for measuring the blood pressure on the upper arm for people with an upper arm circumference of 22 to 42 cm (about 9-17 inches).
- Page 42 Family Health Contactless Thermometer Activ8rlives Contactless Thermometer Bluetooth 4.0 is an easy-to-use device that can measure your body’s temperature. It sends information to your private personal Activ8rlives account via your Bluetooth 4.0 enabled Smartphone or Tablet (not included) so that you can see your precise temperature without contact and to help you keep track of your health and wellbeing and that of your family.
- Page 43 Body Composition Activ8rlives Body Analyser Bluetooth 4.0 determines your weight and your visceral fat index. In addition to calculating your Body Mass Index (BMI), it calculates your percentage of muscle and fat, so that you can see whether your exercise or weight loss programme is removing fat (good) or losing muscle (bad), allowing you to monitor and adjust your re- gime.
- Page 44 Cardiovascular Health Pulse Oximeter Activ8rlives Pulse Oximeter Bluetooth 4.0 is a simple device which allows you to monitor aspects of your cardiovascular function—especially if you have Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and need to track your oxygen saturation levels and pulse rate.
- Page 45 Lung Health Peak Flow Meter Activ8rlives Peak Flow meter is a simple electronic device which allows you to monitor your lung function—especially useful if you have Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and need to track your Peak Expiratory (PEF) and Forced...
- Page 46 Eat well Food Diary FREE Smartphone App Track your food and liquid intake using the free Activ8rlives photo-based free Food Diary. Take pictures of what you eat and drink with your Smartphone. Records photos in your Activ8rlives Smartphone Food Diary.
- Page 47 This instruction manual is available FREE for download at http://www.activ8rlives.com/information/library.html after Login and can be found in the Help section. Make it fun—do it together! We are more effective when we work in groups. Be active, eat well and stay healthy.
- Page 48 Be active, eat well and stay healthy. Award winning Available at...
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