Epson Pulsense PS-500 User's Guide
PS-500
User’s Guide
Uploading data
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the PS-500.
To use the device, make sure you read the User’s Guide and he Quick Start guide.
Trademarks
EPSON is a registered trademark, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark, and Pulsense is a
trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America
and other countries.
®
The Bluetooth
such marks by Seiko Epson Corporation is under license.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be
word mark and logos are the registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Caution:
• Unapproved copying of part or all of this manual is strictly forbidden.
• The content of this manual is subject to change without prior notice.
• Epson America, Inc cannot accept any responsibility of mishandling due to errors in the documentation.
• Epson America, Inc cannot accept any responsibility for malfunctions that occur due to ignoring the content of
the documentation, the device being handled inappropriately, repairs, or modifications performed by a third
party.
System requirement
Please check the link below for the latest smart device compatibility.
epson.com/psdevices
Note:
PS-500 uses Bluetooth
Uploaded data can be seen via PULSENSE View for Web at go-wellness.epson.com.
®
Smart to transfer data to PULSENSE View.
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Use the PULSENS E Vi e w for iOS or Android o n your smart device.
Your data will be transferred via Bluetooth® Smart.
Use the PS Uploader application on your PC to upload data
Viewing data
(Windows only).
Log onto PULSEN SE Vi e w for iOS or Android on your smart device.
Log onto the PULS EN SE V ie w web application.
Note:
To charge the PS-500, a USB port is required. You can use the USB port on a PC or the optional AC
adapter. Use only the specified AC adapter (SFAC04).
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Contents
Introduction 2
Description in the User’s Manual .................................................................................. 2
Trademarks................................................................................................................... 2
Caution: ........................................................................................................................ 2
System Requirement .................................................................................................... 2
Contents 4
Using this Device Safely 6
Symbols in this Manual ................................................................................................. 6
Notes on Using the Product and Components ............................................................. 7
Notes on using the cradle ............................................................................................. 8
Regulatory and Safety Notic es ..................................................................................... 8
Set up and Basic Operation 10
Things You Can Do With The Product ....................................................................... 11
Measuring items ................................................................................................ 11
The heart rate zone display .............................................................................. 11
What’s in the box ........................................................................................................ 11
Options .............................................................................................................. 11
Operating buttons and functions................................................................................. 12
Icons .................................................................................................................. 13
Getting Started ........................................................................................................... 14
To record your data ........................................................................................... 14
How to cancel the battery protection mode ...................................................... 14
Wearing the PS-500 .......................................................................................... 16
Initial Configuration ..................................................................................................... 17
Smart device user ............................................................................................. 17
PC User............................................................................................................. 19
How to use 20
Display Screen In Heart Rate Measurement Mode .......................................... 26
Display Screen (Without measuring heart rate) ................................................ 27
Back light .................................................................................................................... 28
Menu Navigation ......................................................................................................... 29
Navigate in the menu ........................................................................................ 29
Check your heart rate range in the fat burning zone ........................................ 31
Bluetooth® settings ............................................................................................ 32
LED Settings ..................................................................................................... 34
Vibration settings .............................................................................................. 34
Power Off .......................................................................................................... 34
Firmware ........................................................................................................... 35
Language setting ........................................................................................................ 35
Other Functions 36
Notification Settings .................................................................................................... 37
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Wake-up Alarm ........................................................................................................... 37
Fitting adjustment ....................................................................................................... 38
Maintenance 40
Looking after your device ........................................................................................... 41
About the wristband .......................................................................................... 41
Replacing the Battery ................................................................................................. 41
Updating the Firmware ............................................................................................... 41
Appendix 42
Product Specification .................................................................................................. 43
Device Specifications ........................................................................................ 43
Cradle Specification .......................................................................................... 43
Options specifications ....................................................................................... 43
Troubleshooting 44
Caution ....................................................................................................................... 45
Problem Solving ......................................................................................................... 46
System Reset ............................................................................................................. 47
Contacting us ................................................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.
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This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in serious personal injury.
product.
Using this device safely
Make sure you read the documentation (Quick Start guide and User’sGuide) first before using this product safely.
The product may malfunction or an accident may occur if it is handled incorrectly.
- Keep the documentation handy to help you resolve an y problems.
- When taking this product out of the country of purchase, check the laws and regulations in the destination
country before you travel.
- This product is not intended for use to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease or other conditions, and is not a
medical device.
Symbols in this manual
The following symbols are used in this manual to indicate possible dangerous operations or handling. Make sure
you understand these warnings before using the product.
Warning:
Caution:
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or damage the
This symbol indicates an action that should be done.
This symbol indicates an action that must not be done.
! Important
Note:
Indicates things you must or must not do. Ignoring these instructions or
mishandling the device could cause malfunction or operational problems.
Indicates additional explanations and related information.
Indicates related pages. Click the link in blue text to display the related
page.
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This product is not intended for use to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease or other conditions,
Do not keep your eyes on the device while exercising. Pay attention to your surroundings while
the product may malfunction or be damaged.
To avoid the possibility of skin irritation or discomfort from wearing the PS-500, you must keep
The Pulsense band needs to be worn snugly around the wrist to collect more accurate heart
enough to compromise the product’s waterproof feature.
Notes on using the product and components
Warning
Exercise according to your physical capabilities.
Stop exercising and consult your doctor if you feel unwell during exercise.
and is not a medical device.
If you have any concerns, consult your doctor before using this product.
using the device.
Do not use or store this device in the following environments: locations with very high or low
temperatures or humidity, near volatile substances, dusty places, near a fire, or near strong
magnetic fields (for example, near a loudspeaker). Doing so may cause electric shock, fire, or
Do not disassemble this product, and do not attempt to repair this product yourself. It may
cause an electric shock or accident.
Do not leave this product within reach of young children.
Caution
the skin under the band clean and dry at all times. Do not allow water, sweat, dead skin, or dirt
to build up under the band. It is important to keep the band clean and dry at all times by wiping
the band with a damp cloth, removing the moisture with a towel, and letting it air dry.
rate data. This may cause a slight impression on the wrist. Adjust the band for the comfort and
performance you choose.
Do not pour water directly onto this product. The power of the tap water stream may be strong
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Caution
waterproof feature and cause the product to fail.
Do not use the charging cradle, AC adapter, or USB cable if they are damaged, faulty, or
Do not use any adapter other than the specified adapter for charging.
This device is equipped with Bluetooth® Smart technology. When operating supported heart
Do not wear this product in a bath or sauna. The steam and soap may compromise the
Note:
Please note that even if not in use, the PS-500 should be charged at least once within a 6 month period.
Failing to do so might affect the performance of the rechargeable battery.
Notes on using the cradle
Warning
contaminated by foreign material such as dust, water, or dirt.
Warning
In areas in which usage is restricted, such as on airplanes and in hospitals, follow the rules and
regulations provided (such as in-flight announcements).
Do not use the device if you have a surgically implanted medical device such as a cardiac
pacemaker.
Do not bring the device into an operating room or intensive care unit, and do not use the de vice
near medical equipment. Radio waves from the device may interfere with electronic medical
equipment causing the equipment to malfunction.
rate monitors or smart phones, this function wirelessly sends and receives heart rate
measurement data to the device.
This device has been certified as a wireless device based on the Radio Law.
Therefore, the following acts may be punishable by law.
- Disassembling or remodeling the device
- Removing the verification or certification number for the device
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Set up and basic operation
Follow these instructions to use your device:
“Things You Can Do with the Product” on pa ge 11
“What’s in the box” on page 11
“Operating buttons and functions” on page 12
“Getting Started” on page 14
“Initial Configuration” on page 17
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PS-500
Cradle
Quick Start Guide
AC Adapter
（SFAC04）
What’s in the box
Options
You can purchase the following optional accessories.
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Battery ic on, Bluetooth icon, Vibration icon
A button
B button
LEDs
Contact point
Operating buttons and functions
[A] button
Start / Stop heart rate measurement.
[B] button
Check recorded data. Hold down [B] to return to the previous screen.
Contact point
Contact point for charging.
LEDs（Blue & Orange）
The LEDs on the PS-500 light up or flash to indicate the current heart rate zone.
If you set your target in PULSENSE View, you can check your progress when the zone is displayed on the
screen. You can cycle through the measurements by pressing the [B] button.
TAP operation
Tap the screen once to turn the backlight on.
Tap the screen twice to return to the main menu.
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Bluetooth® status
Description
OFF
Bluetooth® OFF
Flashing
Not connected to smart device
ON
Connected to smart device
Icons
Battery icon
Battery icon
Remaining time 20to 36 hours 12to 20 hours 3to 12 hours 0 to 3 hours
! Important
Remaining time may vary depending on usage.
Bluetooth® icon
This product communicates with your smart device via Bluetooth® Smart technology. While the product is
connected to the smart device, the Bluetooth
®
icon will be displayed as shown below.
Vibration icon
When vibration is set to ON, the icon is displayed on the time screen.
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Data
Calculated
the blood vessels in your wrist.
burned based on body motion only.
Steps
Records the number of steps using the accelerometer.
Distance
The approximate distance is calculated based on your step count and height.
Getting started
Recording your data
! Important
To record your data it is necessary to register your device with the PULSENSE View web (using the PS
Uploader application) or smart device application.
Heart rate Reads and records your heart rate from the changes in light reflected through
Calories Calculates burned calories based on body motion and heart rate information.
When heart rate measurement is disabled, the PS-500 will calculate calories
Note:
Irregular arm movements may affect the steps and distance counters.
Waking your product from battery protection mode
! Important
- You need to charge the product before using it for the first time.
- The product automatically turns on while being charged.
- Make sure that charging is complete before using your device.
1 Attach the PS-500 to the cradle.
1 Hold the top and bottom of the cradle to open it as shown below.
2 Make sure that the terminal on the PS-500 is facing up, and then attach the cradle.
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2 Charging the product.
- Please note that even if not in use, the PS-500 should be charged at least once within a 6 month period.
2-1 Using a PC
Insert the cradle's USB cable into a free USB port on your PC.
If you are connecting the cradle via a USB hub it may not charge. Connect the cradle’s USB port directly to
the USB port of the PC instead.
Note:
Some PC USB ports may not support the charging function.
2-2 Using an AC adapter
Connect the cradle to the optional AC adapter, then insert the AC adapter into a power outlet.
Note:
- An orange LED is s ho wn w hile charging and the LED changes to blue when the PS-500 is fully charged
- Charging takes approximately 2.5 to 3.5 hours to complete; however, the duration may vary.
! Important
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