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Model: RD-901

Instruction Manual

Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep for future reference.

Dual Frequency Body Composition Monitor

with integrated Bluetooth technology

Summary of Contents for RD-901 innerScan Dual

Page 1: ...Model RD 901 Instruction Manual Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep for future reference Dual Frequency Body Composition Monitor with integrated Bluetooth technology ...

Page 2: ... Connecting to an iPhone 7 Setting Resetting Date and Time 8 Setting and Storing Personal Data in the Memory 9 Taking Measurements 11 Measurement Results 13 Specifying the Personal Data Number for Measurement 14 Programming the Guest Mode 15 Measuring Weight Only 15 Body Composition Guide 16 Troubleshooting 22 Specifications 23 2 ...

Page 3: ...has upgraded the Athlete Mode function to make measurements more accurate and suitable for a wider range of users Recorded data may be lost if the unit is used incorrectly or is exposed to electrical power surges Tanita cannot accept any responsibility for losses incurred due to the loss of recorded data Tanita cannot accept any responsibility for damages or losses incurred through the use of this...

Page 4: ...ip resulting in serious injury It may also cause water to get inside the monitor resulting in damage to internal components Interpretation of measurements e g evaluation of measurements and formulation of exercise programmes based on the measurements must be performed by a professional Implementing weight loss measures and exercise programmes based on self analysis could be harmful to your health ...

Page 5: ...ughly dry your body and feet before using the monitor Failure to do so may cause you to slip or fall resulting in injury Also the monitor cannot take accurate measurements if your body or feet are wet Place the monitor on a hard flat surface where there is minimal vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement Do not use the monitor near other products such as microwave ovens that emit electrom...

Page 6: ...ity setting on the scale according to your geographical location 1 When the power is off press and hold the button 2 Refer to the map enclosed and press the buttons to select your location code 3 Press the button to enter and save the setting Changing the Weighing Unit Note Only for use with models that have the unit switching button The weighing unit can be changed using the switch on the back of...

Page 7: ...ed The screen displays and instructions may differ depending on the app specifications Connecting to an iPhone Note When taking measurements while holding your iPhone enter the weight that you want to subtract into the Smartphone s weight section in the dedicated app before taking measurements The weight that you entered to be subtracted from your weight is displayed The Smartphone s weight can be...

Page 8: ...ff before you complete the settings press the button to turn the monitor off Settings will not be saved in this case To change the date or time settings press and hold the button for 3 seconds when the power is off and then follow the procedure above to change the date or time settings Setting Resetting Date and Time 1 Set Date While the power is off press the button to start setting Press the but...

Page 9: ...r at least six months Are body builders Are professional athletes who want to monitor their progress at home Have a lifetime history of fitness and who used to do more than 12 hours a week but do less now 3 Select Female or Male Use the buttons to scroll through Male female male athlete and female athlete settings then press the button 4 Set Your Height The default height is 170cm 5 7 0 height ran...

Page 10: ...ring the power turns off automatically In this case you need to set and store personal data again Note The monitor needs to be connected to the iPhone in order to use the dedicated app Connect to the iPhone and register the Body Composition Monitor as shown in the instructions on P 7 Setting and Storing Personal Data in the Memory If you change the birthday and or gender CLr is displayed on the mo...

Page 11: ...played The Smartphone s weight can be entered up to 2 00kg 4 4lb 4lb The maximum weight weighing capacity is reduced by the amount entered for the Smartphone weight 2 Measurement data is automatically sent to the iPhone If there is unsent data stored on the monitor that data is also sent to the iPhone Simply step onto the monitor The auto recognition feature will automatically recall your personal...

Page 12: ...the button to select your personal number while readings or personal data is being displayed Then press the button to display your own personal data and measurement results Situations where mis recognition may occur When measuring people who have similar weights and body shapes When measurements have not been taken for a few days and there is a reasonable change in body weight When measuring direc...

Page 13: ... Over Under Over Under Healthy Healthy Healthy Average Average High Note You can use the button to scroll through the results Press and hold the button for fast scrolling After reading the results that you want to see release the button to see the rest of the results The monitor automatically turns off after 40 seconds Press the button to cancel measurement or turn the power off Do not move the mo...

Page 14: ...he personal data display lights Up to 10 sets of measurement data can be stored in the monitor If you step onto the monitor before 0 00kg 0 0lb 0 0stlb is displayed Err OL is displayed and the power turns off during measurement Specifying the Personal Data Number for Measurement 1 When the power is off press the button to start measuring Select your personal number using the buttons and then press...

Page 15: ...o more than 12 hours a week but do less now Do not step off until disappears Press the button to select GUEST then press the button Next follow the steps below Set the age gender male female male athlete female athlete and height Step onto the monitor after 0 00kg 0 0lb 0 0stlb is displayed The readings are displayed for 40 seconds 15 Programming the Guest Mode Press the button After 2 or 3 second...

Page 16: ...ody composition using Dual Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis BIA Safe low level electrical signals are passed through the body via the Tanita foot pads on the monitor platform The signal can flow easily through fluids in muscles and other body tissue but meets resistance as it passes through body fat because body fat only contains a small amount of fluid This resistance is called impedanc...

Page 17: ...althy body fat percentage range for your age gender Overfat Above the healthy range Increased risk of health problems Obese Far above the healthy body fat range Greatly increased risk of obesity related health problems 17 What Is Body Fat Percentage Body Fat Reference Curves for children Targeted at BMJ British Medical Journal Draft 1 AMP 19 June 2004 by Dr Andrew Gallagher D et al Am J Clin Nutr ...

Page 18: ...er percentage ranges for a healthy adult are Female 45 to 60 Male 50 to 65 Source Tanita Research Note The total body water percentage will tend to decrease as the percentage of body fat increases A person with a high percentage of body fat may fall below the average body water percentage As you lose body fat the total body water percentage should gradually move towards the typical range given abo...

Page 19: ...e number of calories used and helps decrease the amount of body fat A low basal metabolic rate makes it harder to lose body fat and overall weight How Does a Tanita Body Composition Monitor Calculate BMR The basic method of calculating Basal Metabolic Rate BMR is a standard equation that uses weight and age Tanita has conducted in depth clinical research into the relationship of BMR and body compo...

Page 20: ...have a healthy body type based on physical appearance However they have a high body fat percentage with low muscle mass level 2 Obese Medium Frame Obese This person seems to have a healthy body type based on physical appearance However they have a high body fat percentage with low muscle mass level 3 Solidly built Large Frame Obese This person has both a high body fat percentage and a high muscle ...

Page 21: ... are said to have the largest amounts of bone mass by weight Source Tanita Body Weight Science Institute Please use the charts below as a guide for comparing your bone mass readings Women Average estimated bone mass Men Average estimated bone mass Note The following types of people may obtain varying results and should use the results for reference only Elderly people Women during or after menopau...

Page 22: ... Are the iPhone and body composition meter within communication range The communication range for The Body Composition Monitor is 5m in an unobstructed location Is the Bluetooth setting in the iPhone Settings turned on Err pair appears repeatedly Delete the pairing information from Settings Bluetooth on the iPhone and pair the iPhone with the Body Composition Monitor again Err UUID appears repeate...

Page 23: ...years old Body Water Personal Data 4 memories Power Supply 4 AA Alkaline batteries included Power Consumption 250mA maximum Measuring Current 50kHz 6 25 kHz 100µA Communication Method Bluetooth version 4 0 Low Energy support Not allowed to mix batteries with consumer wastes As consumer you are legally bound to return used or discharged batteries You can deposit your old batteries at the public col...

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