Tanita BC-1500 plus Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
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Manual de instrucciones
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Model: BC-1500 plus
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Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 1
Features and Functions ............................................................................................................................. 1
For Your Safety ......................................................................................................................................... 2
Preparations before use ............................................................................................................................ 4
Getting accurate readings ......................................................................................................................... 4
Pairing the BC-1500 plus (“Platform”) with software and measurement .................................................. 5
Indicator light information ........................................................................................................................ 5
BC-1500 plus readings in Healthy Edge
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software ................................................................................... 6
Body Composition Guide .......................................................................................................................... 7
What Is Body Fat Percentage? .................................................................................................................. 8
What Is Total Body Water Percentage? ..................................................................................................... 9
What Is Visceral Fat Rating? ..................................................................................................................... 9
What Is Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)? .................................................................................................... 10
WHAT IS DAILY CALORIE INTAKE (DCI)? ............................................................................................... 10
WHAT IS METABOLIC AGE? .................................................................................................................... 10
WHAT IS MUSCLE MASS? ...................................................................................................................... 11
What Is Physique Rating? ....................................................................................................................... 11
WHAT IS BONE MASS?........................................................................................................................... 12
What Is Body Mass Index (BMI)? ........................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................... 13
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Introducción ............................................................................................................................................ 14
Características y funciones ..................................................................................................................... 14
Para su seguridad ................................................................................................................................... 15
Preparaciones antes del uso ................................................................................................................... 17
Cómo obtener lecturas exactas ............................................................................................................... 17
Acoplamiento de la BC-1500 plus (“plataforma”) con software y medición ............................................ 18
Informacion del indicador de luz ............................................................................................................. 18
Lecturas de los resultados de BC-1500 plus con Healthy Edge
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Software .............................................. 19
Guía de composición corporal ................................................................................................................ 20
¿Qué es el porcentaje de grasa corporal? ............................................................................................... 21
¿Qué es el porcentaje de agua corporal total? ........................................................................................ 22
¿Qué es el índice de grasa visceral? ....................................................................................................... 22
¿Qué es el índice metabólico basal (IMB)? ............................................................................................. 23
¿Qué es el aporte calórico diario (ACD)? ................................................................................................ 23
¿Qué es la edad metabólica? .................................................................................................................. 24
¿Qué es la masa muscular? .................................................................................................................... 24
¿Qué es la índice complexión física? ...................................................................................................... 25
¿Qué es la masa ósea? ........................................................................................................................... 26
¿Cuál es el índice de masa corporal (IMC)? ............................................................................................ 26
Resolución de fallos ................................................................................................................................ 27
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Tanita Body Composition Monitor.
This monitor is one of a wide range of home health care products produced by Tanita.
This Instruction Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the key features of
this monitor. Additional information on healthy living can be found on our website www.tanita.com
Tanita products incorporate the latest clinical research and technological innovations.
All data is monitored by the Tanita Medical Advisory Board to ensure accuracy.
The TANITA body Composition Monitor is intended for use in the measurement of weight and impedance,
(and) total and segmental body fat percentage, body water,total and segmental muscle mass, physique
rating, bone mass,visceral fat rating with healthy range, basal metabolic rate(BMR), daily calorie
intake(DCI), matabolic age and heart rate.
Note: Read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it handy for future reference.
Safety Precautions
Note that people with an electronic medical implant, such as a pacemaker, should not use a Body Composition Monitor as it passes a
low-level electrical signal through the body, which may interfere with its operation.
Pregnant women should use the weight function only. All other function are not intended for pregnant women.
Do not place this monitor on slippery surfaces such as a wet floor.
Recorded data may be lost if the monitor is used incorrectly or is exposed to electrical power surges. Tanita takes no responsibility
for any kind of loss caused by the loss of recorded data. Tanita takes no responsibility for any kind of damage or loss caused by the
monitor, or any kind of claim made by a third person.
Important Notes for Users
This Body composition monitor is intended for adults and children (ages 7-17) with inactive to moderately active lifestyles and adults
with athletic body types.
Tanita defines “athlete” as a person involved in intense physical activity of approximately 10 hours per week and
who has a resting heart rate of approximately 60 beats per minute or less. Tanita’s athlete definition includes
“lifetime of fitness” individuals who have been fit for years but currently exercise less than 10 hours per week.
The body composition monitor function is not intended for pregnant women, professional athletes or bodybuilders.
Recorded data may be lost if the unit is used incorrectly or is exposed to electrical power surges. Tanita takes no responsibility for any
kind of loss caused by the loss of recorded data.
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-
hydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, intense exercise, etc.
Features and Functions
CD-ROM Warranty card
Quick Start Guide
AA Battery-LR6 x 4
Front side
Ball-of-Foot Electrodes
Indicator Lights
Heel Electrodes
Handle-Electrodes
Serial Number
(For Pairing)
Battery Cover
Back side
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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.
Caution
Failure to follow instructions highlighted with this mark could result in injury or damage
to property.
This mark indicates actions that are prohibited.
This mark indicates instructions that must always be followed.
Warning
Prohibited
This monitor must not be used by people with pacemakers or other medical implants.
This monitor passes a weak electrical current through the body which could interfere with and cause the malfunction of
electrical medical implants, resulting in serious harm to the user.
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.
Always follow the advice of a qualified professional.
Do not step on the edge of the platform.Do not jump onto, or on the monitor.
Doing so may cause you to fall or slip, resulting in serious injury.
Do not place this monitor on a slippery surface such as a wet floor.
Doing so may cause you to fall or slip, resulting in serious injury. It may also cause water to get inside the monitor
resulting in damage to internal components.
Do not drop any objects onto the monitor. Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the monitor.
Doing so may damage the glass, resulting in injury.
Do not use the monitor if you have any kind of wound or inflammation on any part of your body that
comes into direct contact with the monitor.
Caution
Prohibited
Do not stand on the display screen or control panel.
Do not insert your fingers into gaps or holes.
Doing so may result in injury.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Do not use old batteries together with new batteries, or a mix of different types of batteries at the
same time.
Doing so may cause battery fluid to leak or the batteries to become excessively hot and rupture, resulting in damage to
the monitor or injury.
Never allow an infant or small child to carry the monitor.
The child may drop the monitor, resulting in injury.
For Your Safety
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Prohibited
This monitor is intended for home use only.
This monitor is not intended for professional use including hospitals, medical or fitness facilities. It is not equipped
with the components required for heavy usage. Using the monitor in a professional location will void the warranty.
Do not use the monitor if you have a metal allergy.
The electrodes on this monitor are made from stainless steel which may cause an allergic reaction.
Always...
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 the setting to be erased.
Do not use or store this monitor in the following locations.
· Locations that are exposed to direct sunlight, near to heaters, or exposed directly to air from air conditioning units,
etc.
· Locations where there are severe temperature changes or a large amount of vibration.
· Locations with high levels of humidity or moisture.
Doing so may damage the monitor or cause it to malfunction.
Do not step on the monitor when your body is wet (immediately after a shower or bath, etc.)
Be sure to thoroughly 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.
Keep away from water.
Do not use boiling water, benzene, thinner, etc. to clean the monitor.
If the monitor becomes dirty, soak a soft cloth in water or neutral household detergent, wring it out thoroughly and
wipe the monitor clean, then use a dry cloth to wipe the monitor dry.
Do not attempt to disassemble the monitor. Do not modify this equipment in any way.
Do not wash the monitor in water.
Do not submerge this monitor in water.
Doing so may damage the monitor or cause it to malfunction.
Be sure to insert the batteries with the polarities (+, -) in the correct position.
If the batteries are incorrectly inserted, battery fluid may leak and damage the floor. (If you do not intend to use this
monitor for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before storage.)
Do not use the monitor near other products such as microwave ovens that emit electromagnetic
waves.
Doing so may cause the monitor to malfunction, preventing accurate measurements.
Another person should assist persons with disabilities who may not be able to take a measurement
alone.
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Positioning the Monitor
Place the measuring platform on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal vibration to
ensure safe and accurate measurement.
Note: To avoid possible injury, do not step on the edge of the platform.
Handling Tips
This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
To keep the unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully:
• Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.
• Store the unit horizontally.
• Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the unit.
• Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment, high humidity, or extreme temperature change.
• Never submerge in water. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid
soaps.
• Do not step on the platform when wet.
• Do not drop any objects onto the platform.
• Do not use this monitor while operating transmitters (such as a cell phone) as this may affect your results.
• If not in use for prolonged period of time it is recommended that you remove the batteries.
Inserting the Batteries
Open the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform. Insert the supplied
AA-batteries as indicated.
Note: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. If the batteries are
incorrectly positioned the fluid may leak and damage floors. If you do not intend to
use this unit for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before
storage.
Please note that the included batteries from the factory may have decreased energy levels
over time.
Heels centered on
electrodes
Toes may overhang
measuring platform
Note: An accurate reading will not be possible if the soles of your feet are not clean, or if your knees are bent or you are in a sitting
position.
To ensure accuracy, readings should be taken without clothing and
under consistent conditions of hydration. If you do not undress,
always remove your socks or stockings, and be sure the soles of
your feet are clean before stepping on the measuring platform.
Be sure that your heels are correctly aligned on the measuring
platform. Don’t worry if your feet appear too large for the unitaccurate readings can still be obtained if your toes overhang the
platform.
It is best to take readings at the same time of day. Try to wait about
three hours after rising, eating, or hard exercise before taking
measurements.
When Heart Rate (HR) measurement is available, the monitor starts
to measure HR after Body Composition measurement.
HR value should be higher after exercise or taking a bath.
While readings taken under other conditions may not have the same
absolute values, they are accurate for determining the percentage of
change as long as the readings are taken in a consistent manner. To
monitor progress, compare weight and body fat percentage taken
under the same conditions over a period of time.
Preparations before use
Getting accurate readings
Open as shown.
Direction of
the batteries.
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The platform needs to pair with the compatible software before measurements are attempted.
Compatible Software: “Healthy Edge”
1) Before proceeding,
• Insert the batteries in the platform.
• Install the software on your PC (The ANT Driver is installed on your PC automatically).
• Plug the ANT+ stick into the USB port of your PC.
• Place the platform within 17feet (5m) of your PC.
2) Open the software and select your user profile (which is entered before pairing).
3) Click “File” from top left menu, and click “Healthy Edge Options”.
4) Select “BC-1500 plus” and click “Connect”. Input the 5 digit serial number found on the bottom of the platform, and then
click “OK”. The software memorizes the latest inputted serial number of the platform even if you close the software or PC.
5) The platform will beep once and the Green Indicator Light on the platform will blink.
6) Step onto the platform and grip the handle-electrodes while the Green Indicator Light is blinking. The
platform will beep twice and the Green light turns solid green after pairing is complete.
Your platform is now paired with your PC.
7) For the measurement, click “New Measurement” to use the platform directly from the
Software.
Note:
• Please grip the handle-electrode as shown, using a light-firm pressure.
• Place your hands on your side, and do not move until measurement is completed.
• Keep your arms straight up and down while making sure that you do not touch your legs or any
part of your body with your arms or hands.
• If you step onto the platform before “Blinking Green Light” appears, the software will show
error message and you will not obtain a reading. Furthermore if you do not step onto the
platform within about 30 seconds after “Blinking Green Light” appears, the platform will shut off
automatically.
• Do not pull the hand-electrodes cable past the red mark.
• Do not carry the unit by holding the hand-electrodes.
• Do not release the hand-electrodes until the cable is completely retracted into the unit.
Pairing the BC-1500 plus (“Platform”) with software and measurement
Indicator light information
Blinking Green Light: Ready for measurement
Solid Green Light: Complete measurement
Solid Red Light: Error
Blinking Red Light: Low Battery
Blinking Green Light: Measuring Both feet
Blinking Green Light: Measuring Right side of the body
Blinking Green Light: Measuring Left side of the body
Blinking Green Light: Measuring Right and Left Legs
Blinking Green Light: Measuring Right and Left Arms
Solid Green Light: Measuring Heart Rate
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BC-1500 plus readings in Healthy Edge ® software
Adult (18-99 years old)
Child
(7-17 years old)
Standard Athlete
Weight
✓ ✓ ✓
Total and segmental
Body Fat %
✓ ✓ ✓
Body Water %
✓ ✓
n/a
Total and segmental
Muscle Mass
✓ ✓
n/a
Physique Rating
✓ ✓
n/a
BMR
✓ ✓
n/a
DCI
✓ ✓
n/a
Metabolic Age
✓ ✓
n/a
Bone Mass
✓ ✓
n/a
Visceral Fat Rating
✓ ✓
n/a
Heart Rate
✓ ✓
✓ (Reference Data)
Warning
Do not use the body composition reading
feature of this product if you have a pacemaker
or other electronic implanted medical device.
The body composition monitor function is not
intended for pregnant women, professional
athlete or bodybuilders.
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Who Can Use a Body Composition Monitor?
This Body Composition Monitor is intended for adults aged 18-99 years. Children aged 5-17 years can use the monitor for weight,
body fat percentage, muscle mass and bone mass: the other features are not applicable to children.
Thanks to major investment in the latest BIA Technology and sports science research, TANITA has upgraded the Athlete Mode function
to make measurements more accurate and suitable for a wider range of users.
Who should use Athlete Mode?
Adults aged 18 years and over who either:
• Train or exercise for 12 hours or more a week and have been doing so for 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.
Pregnant women should only use the weight function.
Other functions are not intended for use when pregnant.
This Body Composition Monitor is intended for home use only. It is not intended for professional use in places such as hospitals or
medical or fitness facilities. It is not designed for such heavy usage. Using the monitor in this type of professional environment will
invalidate the warranty.
This Body Composition Monitor product provides readings for informational purposes only.
This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease or abnormalities. Please consult your physician if you have any questions
or concerns related to your health.
How Does a Body Composition Monitor Work?
Tanita Body Composition Monitors calculate your body 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 impedance. The impedance readings are then entered into medically
researched mathematical formulas to calculate your body composition.
The Tanita RD-953 incorporates medical grade Dual Frequency BIA technology,allowing you
to have the highest body composition accuracy in the comfort of your home.
Research has shown that using two different bioelectrical impedance frequencies, provides
essential data of a person's intracellular and extracelluar status. This advanced technology
allows greater accuracy when calculating body composition measurements.
When Is the Best Time To Use My Body Composition Monitor?
Your body water levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day and night. Any significant changes in body water may affect your body
composition readings. For example, the body tends to be dehydrated after a long night sleep so if you take a reading first thing in the
morning your weight will be lower and your body fat percentage higher. Eating large meals, drinking alcohol, menstruation, illness,
exercising, and bathing may also cause variations in your hydration levels.
To get the most reliable reading it is important to use your Body Composition Monitor at a consistent time of day under consistent
conditions. A good time to take measurements is before your evening meal.
Body Composition Guide
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