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MODEL PD-01V

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL PD-01V...

  • Page 3: Your Powerdot

    To get the most effective muscle stimulation out of your PowerDot, please read this manual carefully before you start. For your convenience, you can operate your PowerDot wirelessly using the companion Android or iOS Mobile Application on your Bluetooth Smart Ready mobile phone.
  • Page 4 (from left to right)

  • Page 5: Powerdot Package Contents

    USB CHARGING CABLE For charging and recharging PowerDot, but only from a reliable USB connection. DO NOT use the PowerDot on your muscles while it is still charging. LEAD CABLES (ELECTRODE CABLES) Used to transmit electrical signals from the PowerDot device to the electrode pads.

  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Guidelines

    After trauma or a recent operation (less than 6 months prior). • Muscle atrophy. • Persistent pain. • Need for muscle rehabilitation. 3. SAFETY MEASURES • Do not charge or re-charge PowerDot when it is attached to any part of your body.
  • Page 7 If pregnant or menstruating, do not place electrodes directly over the uterus or connect pairs of electrodes across the abdomen. • Do not use PowerDot in water or in a humid atmosphere (sauna, hydrotherapy, etc.). • Do not apply stimulation in bath or shower.
  • Page 8 Portable communications equipment can interfere with PowerDot. • Do not use PowerDot if you are connected to a high- frequency surgical instrument as this could cause skin irritations or burns under the electrodes.
  • Page 9 • Over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions. 5. PAD USAGE PRECAUTIONS • Only use electrode pads supplied by PowerDot. Other electrodes may cause potential allergic reactions due poor biocompatibility, or have electrical properties that are unsuitable for the PowerDot.
  • Page 10 You may experience headache and other painful sensations during or following the application of electrical stimulation near your eyes and to your head and face. You should stop using PowerDot and consult with your physician if you experience adverse reactions from the device.

  • Page 11: Powerdot Device & Accessories

    POWERDOT DEVICE & ACCESSORIES Power/Stimulation Indicator 5) Snap-on connector 2) Multifunction Button 6) Lead cable with two 3.5 mm female snap connectmors 3) Micro USB connector (dual function: connects either 7) Rectangular pad with 2.2 mm leads or charging cable)
  • Page 12 POWER/STIMULATION INDICATOR (1): Can be either WHITE (when the PowerDot is on or on standby mode) or ORANGE (when it’s being used for stimulation). MULTIFUNCTION BUTTON (2) MODES: The touch-enabled Multifunction Button carries out these PowerDot functions: Multifunction PowerDot Initial...
  • Page 13 Refer to the Recharging PowerDot section below for more information on PowerDot charging. SNAP-ON CONNECTOR (5): Used to attach and hold the PowerDot device in place on the rectangular pad. LEAD CABLE (6): For an easier, more comfortable PowerDot stimulation, two lead cables of different lengths (10 cm and 25 cm) (6) are provided with each PowerDot.

  • Page 14: Directions For Use

    2. TURNING POWERDOT ON/OFF To turn on your PowerDot device, hold down the Multifunction Button for approximately 1 second, until you see the power light turn on. When PowerDot is not in stimulation, you can turn it off by pressing the Multifunction Button.
  • Page 15 The second click will turn off PowerDot. 3. ACTIVATING POWERDOT Before PowerDot can be used for muscle stimulation, it must be activated from within your PowerDot Mobile Application. When PowerDot is activated, it gets paired with your mobile phone securely.
  • Page 16 2) Snap on PowerDot to the rectangular electrode pad while the pad is still attached to its safety film. 3) Detach the round pads from their safety film and stick them to the targeted part of your body, according to the pad placement visual guidelines found in your PowerDot Mobile Application.
  • Page 17 6) Make sure that the entire surface of the round and rectangle pads are completely and securely attached to your body. 7) It’s a good time to turn on your PowerDot (or PowerDots), if you haven’t done it yet. Always thoroughly inspect the lead cable and PowerDot device for any signs of damage BEFORE every stimulation session.
  • Page 18 remaining battery level and the lead cable connection status. When the battery level and lead cable connection has been verified, the big orange Get Started button will appear, which means you can already launch the stimulation session. Using the Mobile Application, you can control your stimulation session from the Stimulation Dashboard, which has these buttons:...
  • Page 19 Lock controls (4) synchronize intensity changes either a) between the two stimulation channels of one PowerDot device; or b) when two PowerDot devices are in use (this applies only to the Duo stimulation mode, which involves two PowerDot devices). Both controls are enabled by default and can be used to fine- tune the intensity of your current stimulation session.
  • Page 20 You can use both sides of a single safety film to attach one set of PowerDot electrode pads (one side for the rectangular pad and the other for the two round pads).
  • Page 21 Deactivation from the Mobile Application via My Devices: When your active PowerDot device is on, deactivate it by tapping the Deactivate button next to the respective device name and color. Upon successful deactivation, the power indicator will blink several times.

  • Page 22: General Uasge Guidelines

    GENERAL UASGE GUIDELINES 1. PAD PLACEMENT ALWAYS follow the pad placement guidelines found in the PowerDot Mobile Application. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for injuries, damages and other consequences arising from stimulations where pads placement recommendations were ignored. Where necessary, look for the best possible position by pausing...
  • Page 23 The PowerDot Mobile Application will always give you the best advice on which intensity levels to use, depending on your selected stimulation program and the current stimulation phase.

  • Page 24: Re-Charging Powerdot

    5-6 hours of continuous use. The battery will last for at least 500 charging cycles. If you plan to store your PowerDot, unused, for longer than six months, charge it to at least 50% every six months.

  • Page 25: Powerdot Stimulation Programs (Protocols)

    1-3 muscle groups of your choice (depending on the specifics and objectives of your sport). If you use only one PowerDot device, you will need to run separate stimulation sessions for the left and the right sides of your muscle groups.
  • Page 26 20 reps with 50-60% of your 1RM (max weight you can lift for 1 repetition) weight. RESISTANCE I/II PowerDot Resistance Programs target ‘red’ (type IIA fast twitch) muscle fibers, which are responsible for both the endurance and the strength of a muscle, though not to the same extent as the ‘more specialized’...
  • Page 27 At the gym, resistance training is performed with several sets of 8-10 reps with 75-80% of your one-rep max (1RM) weight. STRENGTH Strength Programs target ‘white’ (type IIb fast twitch) muscle fibers and are designed to improve the raw strength of your muscles.
  • Page 28 At the gym, explosive strength is trained with 1-3 rep lifts at 90- 95% of your one-rep max (1RM) weight. MAXIMUM SPEED Maximum Speed Programs are designed for experienced athletes with high levels of tolerance for muscle stimulation. Its parameter selection is based on the original recommendations for Olympic level sprinter training by “Father of Electrostimulation”...
  • Page 29 MASSAGE PROGRAMS PowerDot offers three different Massage Programs, which apply various patterns of low-frequency, low-intensity muscle twitches designed to help relax your muscles and improve blood flow circulation.

  • Page 30: Basic Troubleshooting

    Check out My Devices and make sure that the PowerDot device you’re trying to use is there in the list of activated devices. Make sure your PowerDot is turned on. (The white light is on in the device). If the device is charged and on the activated list but still doesn’t connect: In the case of some Android devices, there may be an issue with the Bluetooth stack on your mobile device.
  • Page 31 bonding strength. Pause the stimulation and re-attach your pads firmly, then resume stimulation. If the same sensation continues, stop the stimulation and replace your pads. ELECTRODE PADS DON’T STICK TO THE BODY, OR THE STIMULATION IS SURPRISINGLY VERY WEAK EVEN ON HIGH INTENSITIES Replace your electrode pads.

  • Page 32: Powerdot Maintainence

    POWERDOT MAINTAINENCE PowerDot device, together with its accessories, should be kept in the PowerDot carry case and carefully stored on a secure surface and protected from conditions listed in the Warnings above. Keep replacing your electrode pads after 25-30 uses as recommended.

  • Page 33: Powerdot Warranty

    POWERDOT WARRANTY PowerDot is covered by a worldwide warranty of 1 year, which comes into effect on the date of purchase of the device (Proof of purchase is required). The warranty applies to the PowerDot device only (goods and work), and does not cover the lead cables, the charging cable, the electrode pads and the carry case.

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS All electrical specifications are given for an impedance of 1000 Ω per channel. Battery: Lithium Polymer (LiPo) rechargeable 3.7 V, 210 mAh (~5-6 hours of continuous stimulation on average parameters). Charging Input: 5V through USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection (custom micro-USB to USB charging cable is provided as part of the package), I/P rating: 5Vdc 1-2.1A.
  • Page 35 CISPR EMISSION requirements. BLUETOOTH® COMPATIBILITY The unique feature of PowerDot is that it’s controlled through Bluetooth Low Energy wireless radio interface. PowerDot is specifically designed to be used together with PowerDot Mobile Application, which is supported for select Android and iOS mobile devices.
  • Page 36 Bluetooth communication interface are specifically designed accommodate temporary permanent Bluetooth disconnections during a stimulation session. PowerDot PD-01 device is capable of independent execution of a pre-loaded stimulation program with the latest intensity values as well as implement automatic Bluetooth® reconnections. this regard, temporary...

  • Page 37: Normalized Symbols

    NORMALIZED SYMBOLS Serial Number Stand by Attention Direct Current (DC) EU ONLY This symbol on your PowerDot unit is to indicate conformity with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive (94/42/EEC) 0197 Manufacturer EU Authorized representative Internally powered device Class II with Type BF applied...

  • Page 38: Manufacturer & After-Sale Service

    MANUFACTURER & AFTER-SALE SERVICE Smartmissmo Technologies Pte Ltd 4 Shenton Way, #28-01 SGX Centre II Singapore 068807 E-Mail: support@getpowerdot.com Contact for any assistance in setting up, using, maintaining, or reporting unexpected operation or events.
  • Page 39 GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS PowerDot PD-01 stimulator is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the PowerDot PD-01 stimulator should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment –...
  • Page 40 GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY PowerDot PD-01 device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the PowerDot PD-01 device should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test...
  • Page 41 Portable and mobile IEC 61000-4-3 RF communications 1.4 GHz to equipment should be 2.7 GHz used no closer to any part of the PowerDot 3 V/m 3 V/m PD-01 device, 26 MHz to 1 GHz including cables, than the recommended separation distance...
  • Page 42 To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the PowerDot PD-01 device is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the PowerDot PD-01 device should be observed to verify normal operation.
  • Page 43 The PowerDot PD-01 device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the PowerDot PD-01 device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile...

  • Page 44: Table Of Contents

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