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Tanita MC-580 Instruction Manual

Tanita MC-580 Instruction Manual

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BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER
<Usage Conditions>
Temperature Range
: 41 to 95˚F/5 to 35˚C
: 30 to 80% (non-condensing)
Relative Humidity Range
Max Altitude
: 6,500ft ASL/2,000m ASL
Atmospheric Pressure Range : 86 to 106kPa
MC-580
Instruction Manual
Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it for
future reference.
<Storage Conditions>
Temperature Range
: 14 to 140˚F/-10 to 60˚C
: 10 to 90% (non-condensing)
Relative Humidity Range
Atmospheric Pressure Range : 70 to 106kPa
To avoid malfunctions, avoid storing the equipment in a place with direct sunlight,
significant temperature changes, a risk of dampness, a large amount of dust or a
risk of vibration or impact, or in the vicinity of flames.

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  • Page 1 BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER MC-580 Instruction Manual <Usage Conditions> <Storage Conditions> Temperature Range : 41 to 95˚F/5 to 35˚C Temperature Range : 14 to 140˚F/-10 to 60˚C : 30 to 80% (non-condensing) : 10 to 90% (non-condensing) Relative Humidity Range Relative Humidity Range...
  • Page 2 Intended Use TANITA Body Composition Analyzers have been clinically proven to be accurate, reliable and provide highly repeatable results. Our Analyzers are used worldwide in the following fields: - health assessments of adults and children - monitoring the progress of weight loss...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use For Your Safety ………………………………… 4 Part Names & Connection Procedure …………… 8 Power Supply ………………………………… 10 Preparations before Use ……………………… 11 How to Use Taking Measurements ……………………… 13 Taking Measurements without Registering …… 17 Measurement Results………………………… 20 Settings ………………………………………...

  • Page 4: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety This section explains precautionary measures to be taken to avoid injury to the users of this equipment and others, and to prevent damage to property. Please familiarise yourself with this information to ensure safe operation of this equipment. Warning Failure to follow instructions highlighted with this mark could result in death or severe injury.
  • Page 5 Caution Do not allow the equipment to get wet. Avoid using on subjects with allergies to metals. Allergic reactions may be caused by the stainless steel used in the electrodes of this equipment. Do not jump on the equipment. Do not tilt the equipment. Do not use this equipment near other products that emit electromagnetic waves.
  • Page 6 For Your Safety (continued) For Accurate Measurements Avoid measuring after strenuous exercise. This may cause inaccurate measurements. Please take measurements after sufficient rest. Avoid measuring after over-eating or over-drinking, or when severely dehydrated. This may cause inaccurate measurements. For greater accuracy, avoid using directly after waking up.
  • Page 7 Regular Maintenance TANITA recommends that each facility conduct periodic checks of each unit. 1. Check the following at least daily: • Check that the unit is on a stable and level surface, e.g. on firm flooring, not on a thick carpet •...

  • Page 8: Part Names & Connection Procedure

    Part Names & Connection Procedure Front Control Unit Grip Cable Warning Battery Box Battery Cover Be careful not to tangle the cable. Platform Electrodes×8 Display Screen Judgement Results Measurement results are judged based on five levels. Displayed Item Measurement Result Touch the icons on the touch switch to operate.
  • Page 9 Back Power RS-232C DC jack for AC adapter Adjustable feet × 2 *For further accuracy and security, please position the two adjustable feet on the base until they just make contact with the floor. Accessories ・Instruction Manual (this manual) ・Location Code ・AC adapter ・AC plug Symbols and their Meanings...

  • Page 10: Power Supply

    Power Supply Connecting to the Power Supply When Using Batteries Note Batteries can also be used depending on the usage environment. Press the point and then slide the battery cover to remove it. Insert batteries into the battery box. Note *Uses 4 LR6 AA size alkaline batteries.

  • Page 11: Preparations Before Use

    Preparations before Use Set Your Location Code When the power is first turned on with factory settings, the Location Code is displayed. Different locations across the world have varying gravitational pulls. This in turn affects the accuracy of weight readings on scales. By selecting the correct gravity setting on your scale according to your geographical location, you are guaranteed the most accurate weight readings.
  • Page 12 Preparations before Use Change Setting Make sure that the main power supply of the scale is on. (See P.10) Press and hold the    button for 5 seconds or more to display the settings screen. Press     to choose the item you would like to set.

  • Page 13: Taking Measurements

                   . Press    button then             is displayed. Launch the app. Follow the instructions in the app and select MC-580. The icon lights up on the display to indicate that a connection has been made. Pairing is complete when you hear the beeping sound.
  • Page 14 Taking Measurements 〈Ad Note Make sure that the main power supply of the scale is on before starting this operation. Stepping onto the scale wakes up the LCD when it is in SLEEP mode. Launch the App Open the app on your mobile device. Start Measurements Make sure that the Control Unit displays              then start measurements from the app.
  • Page 15 Measure Body Weight Make sure the Control Unit reads then step barefoot onto the scale. Note Measurement results are not output to the app, printer or PC. Your weight is displayed when you hear the beeping sound. Note Do not grip the Control Unit until weight measurements are finished.
  • Page 16 Taking Measurements Measurement Results  while The displayed items can be switched by pressing measurement results are being displayed. Press     to display the measurement results for individual parts Weight (balance of individual parts, left arm, right arm, left leg, right leg, trunk). (See P. 20) Muscle Mass Whole Body Fat Whole The measurement results are displayed after measurement is...

  • Page 17: Taking Measurements Without Registering

    Taking Measurements without Registering This method is most convenient for one-time users as personal data and measurement results are not stored. Note Make sure that the main power supply of the scale is on before starting this operation. Stepping onto the scale wakes up the LCD when it is in SLEEP mode.
  • Page 18 Taking Measurements without Registering Enter Personal Data Set personal data by selecting it with the     buttons and setting it by pressing the     button. Note Indicates whether “Standard mode or Athletic mode” is selected as the body type. Athletic Mode Recommended for those who are 18 years or older and meet the following conditions.
  • Page 19 Measurement Results The displayed items can be switched by pressing   while measurement results are being displayed. Press     to display the measurement results for individual parts Weight (balance of individual parts, left arm, right arm, left leg, right leg, trunk). (See P.20) Muscle Mass Whole Note Body Fat Whole...

  • Page 20: Measurement Results

    Measurement Results Measurement Results by Part The displayed items can be switched by pressing        while measurement results are being displayed. Press     to display the measurement results for individual parts (balance of individual parts,left arm, right arm, left leg, right leg, trunk). ■BODY FAT BALANCE ■BODY FAT Left ARM ■BODY FAT Right ARM...
  • Page 21 Judgment Results Review ratings for fat percentage and muscle mass for the whole body and by part. Total Body Fat Ratio Rating Underfat -Healthy +Healthy Overfat Obese Body Fat Ratio Rating by Part Underfat -Healthy +Healthy Overfat Obese -Average Average +Average High Total Muscle Mass Rating...

  • Page 22: Settings

    Settings Press and hold the   button for 5 seconds or more to begin from the start screen. Select the item to be set with the buttons once the settings screen is displayed. Press the     button to return to the measurement screen. Note Do not place anything on the scale while setting.
  • Page 23 Select the hour using the     buttons then press the    button. The unit beeps to indicate this is completed. Select the minutes using the     buttons then press the    button. The unit beeps to indicate this is completed. CLOTHES-WEIGHT Enter the preset tare value (clothes weight) The tare value range is 0 to 20.0lb/0.0 to 10.0kg button when              ...
  • Page 24 Settings Setting LCD Auto-Sleep Set the amount of time to elapse before the LCD turns off and whether LCD SLEEP mode is enabled or disabled. Press the      button when                  is displayed. Select the time before entering SLEEP mode using the     buttons then press the    button.
  • Page 25 Setting Output Connect this unit using an RS-232C cable to print or output measurement results to a PC. Press the    button when               is displayed. Use the     buttons to enable or disable printer or PC output then press the     button. The unit beeps then proceeds to auto print settings.
  • Page 26 Settings Setting Units The units used on this unit can be set between Press the   button when             is displayed. Select using the     buttons then press the      button. The unit beeps to indicate this is completed. End Settings Press the    button when           is displayed to return to the measurement screen.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems, please check the following before asking for repairs. Problem Solution •Hold the handgrips and electrodes firmly with fingers and palms. Impedance •Stand barefoot on the platform when measuring. measurement •If the soles of the feet are dry, use a dropper to Error apply about 0.5 mL of water before measurement.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    Specifications MC-580 Model number 100 to 240V AC/9V DC AC adapter Power source 6V DC LR6 AA Electric current range 25VA Measurement system Dual-frequency 8 electrode Measurement frequency 6.25kHz, 50kHz Measurement current 90μA or less Impedance Electrode materials Stainless steel...
  • Page 29 Female/Male Gender Body Type Standard/Athletic* 5 to 99 years old Input items 3'0.0" to 7'11.5" (0.5inch increments)/ Height 90.0 to 249.9cm (0.1cm increments) 0.0 to 20.0lb (0.2lb increments)/ Clothes Weight 0.0 to 10.0kg (0.1kg increments) 0.2lb/0.1kg increments Total & Segmental Muscle Mass Total &...
  • Page 30 See the handling instructions, homepage or other instructions made by the company of the app for information on operations. Connect this unit using an RS-232 cable to transmit measurement results to a PC. See the MC-580 Serial Output Specifications for further information.
  • Page 31 Bluetooth SIG, ® electronic equipment. Please follow a Inc. and any use of such marks by TANITA Corporation is under license. Other trademarks regional regulation when you dispose of this. and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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