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- Page 1 Body Composition Monitor BC-401 Instruction Manual Images in this manual are for illustration purposes only. Read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ……………………………………………………………………… 3 For Your Safety ………………………………………………………………… 4 Features and Functions ………………………………………………………… 6 Preparations Before Use ………………………………………………………… 6 Changing the Weight Mode ……………………………………………………… 7 Automatic Shut-down Function ………………………………………………… 7 Getting Accurate Readings ……………………………………………………… 7 Initial Setup (Type 1) Setup via Smartphone …………………………………… 8 Initial Setup (Type 2) from Body Composition Monitor ………………………... -
Page 3: Introduction
Tanita takes no responsibility for any kind of damage or loss caused by these units, or any kind of claim made by a third person. Note: Body fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be affected by dehydration or over-... -
Page 4: For Your Safety
For Your Safety This section explains precautionary measures to be taken to avoid injury to the users of this device 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 Place the monitor on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement. Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the monitor. Doing so may damage the monitor or cause it to malfunction,or may cause setting to be erased. Do not use or store this monitor in the following locations.
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Page 6: Features And Functions
Features and Functions Ball-of-Foot Electrodes Front Back Display Screen Heel Electrodes Weight Mode Button Battery Cover Battery Box Accessories SET/PAIRING Down/RESULT Up/USER OFF/Weight-Only Button Button Button Button Location Code Instruction Manual AAA-Size Batteries (4) Preparations Before Use Inserting the Batteries Open the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform. -
Page 7: Changing The Weight Mode
Changing the Weight Mode You can change the weight unit by using the button on the back of the scale. Press the OFF button when the display is blank. When appears in the screen, press the Weight Mode button on the underside of the unit to switch the unit in which weight is displayed. -
Page 8: Initial Setup (Type 1) Setup Via Smartphone
Body Composition Monitor accordingly. Approximate signal range: 5 m in areas without obstructions Launch the app. You need to register as a member to use the My Tanita app. After registering, login with your registered details. Select "Input Data", then select "Input from BCM". - Page 9 Operate the Body Composition Monitor as indicated by the app. If the Body Composition Monitor is not powered on, press and hold the SET button for 3 seconds or more, then enter your information as indicated by the app. Note: Depending on signal strength, it may take a few seconds to connect to the Body Composition Monitor.
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Page 10: Initial Setup (Type 2) From Body Composition Monitor
Initial Setup (Type 2) from Body Composition Monitor If the BC-401 is already paired with a smartphone, the location, date and time are already set so please skip this procedure. You may begin taking measurements right away. Different locations across the world have different gravitational pulls. These differences affect the accuracy of the weight measurement. -
Page 11: Taking Measurements
Taking Measurements When the monitor power is off, select "Input Data" in the app and then follow the instructions in the app. When (0.0 lb, 0.0 stlb) is displayed, step onto the monitor. Measurement data is automatically sent to the smartphone. If there is unsent data stored on the monitor, that data is also sent to the smartphone. -
Page 12: Setting And Storing Personal Data In Memory
Setting and Storing Personal Data in Memory The unit can be operated only if data has been programmed into one of the personal data memories. 1. Turn on the Power Press the SET button to turn on the unit. The unit will beep to confirm activation, the Personal data number will be displayed, and the display will flash. Note: If you don’t operate the unit for 60 seconds after the unit has been turned on, the unit will turn off automatically. - Page 13 Specify the Height The display defaults to 170 cm (5’ 7.0”) (range of height is from 90 cm – 220 cm or 3’ 0.0” – 7’ 3.0”). Use the or button to specify Height and then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm, and then the display shows and is ready for measurement.
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Page 14: Taking Weight And Body Fat Readings
Taking Weight and Body Fat Readings After programming your personal data you are ready to take a reading. Step onto the scale Step onto the scale while the scale is off, the scale turns on automatically and starts measuring. 2. Get Your Readings After the measurement is taken, readings will be automatically displayed in the order listed below. - Page 15 2.BMI 4.Muscle mass 1.Weight 3.Body Fat % 5.Physique Rating 6.Bone mass 7.Visceral fat 8.BMR 10. Total Body Water % 9.Metabolic Age Body Fat Percentage Assessment Under Standard – Standard + Over Obese Muscle Mass Assessment Under Average High Visceral Fat Level Assessment Average High BMR Assessment...
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Page 16: Programming The Guest Mode
Programming the Guest Mode Guest mode allows you to program the unit for a one-time use without reading a personal data number. button to activate the unit. Press the or Press the button to select . Press the SET button. Then follow the steps: Set the age, gender (male/female/male athlete/female athlete) and height. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the following problems occur …then… • A wrong weight format appears followed by kg, lb, or st-lb. Refer to “Changing the weight mode” on P.7. • appears on the display, or all the data appears and immediately disappears. Batteries are low. - Page 20 ・ The product design and specifications may be changed at any time without prior notice. ・ The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such mark by Tanita Corporation is under license.