INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Continuous Wellness Monitor
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What’s Included 1
Intended Use & Precautions 2
Instructions for Use 4
Charging, Storage & Maintenance 10
Troubleshooting 11
Certification & Disclaimer 12
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Tables 14
Technical Specifications 16
Definition of Symbols 17
Contents
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Vital Scout Patch
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Charging Case
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Adhesives
x10
USB Charging Cable
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What’s Included
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Intended Use and Precautions
Intended Use
Precautions
Vital Scout is intended for general health and fitness monitoring for ages 18 years and older. It is not a medical device, and should not be used
for medical purposes.
5. Do not submerge the Vital Scout patch in water. Patch may be
removed and re-applied after showering or bathing.
6. Do not use the patch with a cardiac pacemaker, defibrillators,
or other implanted electronic devices.
7. Do not wear or use the patch during a magnetic resonance
imaging (MRI), or electro-cautery procedures.
1. Any form of modification to this device is forbidden.
2. Do not use this device if it cannot stay in contact with the
skin and do not use on wounded or irritated skin.
3. This device is non-sterile.
4. The Vital Scout patch is to be worn on chest.
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Intended Use and Precautions
13. The performance of the device may be degraded if one or
more of the following occur: a) operation outside the
manufacturer’s stated temperature and humidity range; b)
storage outside the manufacturer’s stated temperature and
humidity range; c) mechanical shock (for example, being
dropped)
14. Please contact customer service at support@vivalnk.com if
you have any questions.
15. For best results, the Vital Scout patch must be used with the
provided adhesives.
8. Exposure of the wireless communications features of the
device, or its accessories, may be interfered with by other
devices that operate on the same frequencies.
9. Excessive body tissue, hair, or dry skin may affect the
signal quality.
10. Do not excessively bend or twist the Vital Scout patch.
11. In case of skin discomfort, remove the Vital Scout patch
immediately.
12. User may only charge the patch via USB cable with the
provided charger. No user serviceable part is provided for
this product.
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Fully charge the patch before use 1. Download the App
2. Sign Up
3. Pair the Patch
Indicates Fully Charged
Indicates Charging
Instructions for Use - Getting Started
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Download the free Vital Scout app by searching “Vital Scout” in the
Apple App Store or Google Play Store. You must download the app in
order to use the product.
Create an account and enter your profile data so the app can
accurately monitor your health.
Make sure Bluetooth is enabled in your phone’s settings. Place the
patch near the phone and start scanning. Select the serial number from
the list that matches the serial number that is on the back of your Vital
Scout patch.
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Instructions for Use - Applying the Patch
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1. Prepare Skin
Ideally, clean the left, upper
middle chest area with an
alcohol swab. Shave area if
needed. Let dry completely.
2. Peel adhesive starting
with tab #1
3. Place the patch on
the adhesive
Be sure to center and press
patch firmly onto the adhesive.
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Instructions for Use - Applying the Patch
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4. Peel adhesive using
tab #2
Tab #2 is located on the
bottom side of the patch.
Press the patch firmly on chest
and around outer layer of the
adhesive.
5. Place the patch with
adhesive side down onto left,
upper-middle chest area
6. Carefully remove blue
plastic liner using tab #3
from the adhesive
After removing the blue plastic
liner, you will notice a
transparent film.
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Instructions for Use - Removing and Cleaning the Patch
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1. Remove the patch from
chest by pulling from the
outer edge of the
adhesive
Start at the outer edge of the
transparent film to peel off the
patch.
Do not reuse this adhesive.
2. Remove the adhesive from
the patch itself by peeling
from the edge
3. Clean the patch with
warm water
Rub off any residue with your
fingers, wait for patch to dry
completely. Do not submerge.
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Instructions for Use - Removing and Cleaning the Patch
4. Place the patch in the
charger to recharge
5. Once charged, you can
re-apply the patch; see instructions
for “Applying the Patch”
Align the two dots on the patch with
the two pins on the charger to
properly charge the patch.
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Instructions for Use - Tips before Showering
Note: While the patch is water resistant,
avoid excessive exposure to water as it can
affect the adhesive and sensors.
1. Avoid prolonged or hot showers
2. Avoid soap or rubbing around the patch
3. Dry patch by dabbing with towel
4. If the patch dislodges after a shower, or you
notice a problem with the sensor signals, see
instructions for “Removing and Cleaning the Patch”.
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Charging, Storage & Maintenance
Patch Storage & Charging
It is recommended to store the Vital Scout patch in
the charging case when not in use for better
cleanliness. Charging will automatically start when
the USB cable is connected to a USB power
source.
Charger LED Indicators
RED
•When the Vital Scout patch is placed inside the charger, red
light indicates the patch is charging.
•The light should stay on when charging.
GREEN
•When the Vital Scout patch is placed inside the charger, green
light indicates the patch is fully charged.
OFF
•When Vital Scout patch is not placed inside the charger, the
charger is not plugged in via USB cable, or patch is misaligned
with the charging pins.
Adhesives
Each Vital Scout comes with 10 medical grade,
disposable adhesives. Adhesives can be used up
to 72 hours, but some users may want to change
adhesives more often depending on skin type and
comfortability. Additional adhesives can be
purchased separately as needed.
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Troubleshooting
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1. This device might be damaged.
2. This device might not be worn correctly.
3. The Vital Scout patch has not been paired.
4. Improper or no skin preparation.
5. Incorrect attachment of adhesive.
1. Bluetooth feature is not enabled in the smart
phone.
2. Out of connection range.
Unusual Data
Smart phone
cannot read data
from the patch
1. Enable the Bluetooth feature in the smart phone.
2. Move the smart phone closer to the patch.
Possible CausesSymptom Solutions
1. Contact support@vivalnk.com
2. Recheck device’s location or contact with skin.
3. Pair the Vital Scout patch before wearing.
4. Prepare the skin before application.
5. Follow the instructions to attach the adhesive.
Certification & Disclaimer
Notes:
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in according with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Increase the separation between the Vital Scout patch and
phone.
2. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
3. Consult an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
4. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modification not expressly approved by VivaLnk could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Certification & Disclaimer
For private households: Information on Disposal for Users of
WEEE
Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human
health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from
inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority
for further details of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with your national legislation.
This symbol on the product(s) and / or accompanying
documents means that used electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE) should not be mixed with general household waste. For
proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this
product(s) to designated collection points where it will be
accepted free of charge.
Alternatively, in some countries, you may be able to return your
products to your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new
product.
Battery Removal
The Vital Scout patch contains a lithium battery. Refer to proper
disposal instructions below:
1. To remove the battery, cut the Vital Scout patch. The battery is
located in the center of the patch.
2. All batteries / accumulators should be disposed separately from
the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or the local authorities. The correct
disposal of your old batteries/accumulators will help to prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment, animal, and
human health.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Tables Table 1
Vital Scout used in aircraft shall meet the RF EMISSIONS requirements of ISO 7137. The conducted RF EMISSIONS test is also
applicable to Vital Scout stored in charger connected to aircraft power. ISO 7137 is identical to RTCA DO-160C:1989 and
EUROCAE ED- 14C:1989. The latest editions are RTCA DO-160G: 2010 and EUROCAE ED-14G: 2011. Therefore, use of Section
21 (and category M) of a more recent edition, e.g. [39] or [40], should be considered.
In other intended modes or in EM ENVIRONMENTS of transportation, applicable standards shall apply.
Examples of standards that might be applicable include CISPR 25 and ISO 7637-2.
Conducted and
radiated RF EMISSION
Phenomenon
Emission Test Levels
IEC 60601 Test Level
Professional Healthcare Facility Environment
(E.g. physician offices, dental offices, clinics etc.)
Home Healthcare Environment
(E.g. restaurants, cafes, shops, etc.)
IEC 60601 Test Level
CISPR 11 CISPR 11
a)
b)
a) b)
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Tables Table 2
This test level assumes a minimum distance between the Vital Scout and power source with magnetic field of at least 15 cm. If the
RISK ANALYSIS shows that the Vital Scout will be used closer than 15 cm to power source with magnetic field, the IMMUNITY TEST
LEVEL shall be adjusted as appropriate for the minimum expected distance.
Immunity Test Levels
Phenomenon and
Basic EMC standard
or test method
Electrostatic discharge
IEC 61000-4-2
± 8 kV contact
± 2 kV , ± 4 kV, ±8 kV, 15 kV air
30 A/m
50Hz or 60Hz
Radiated RF EM fields
IEC 61000-4-3
Rated power frequency
magnetic fields
IEC 61000-4-8
3 V/m
80 MHz - 2.7 GHz
8% AM at 1kHz
10 V/m
80 MHz - 2.7 GHz
8% AM at 1kHz
Professional Healthcare Facility Environment
(E.g. physician offices, dental offices, clinics etc.)
Home Healthcare Environment
(E.g. restaurants, cafes, shops, etc.)
c)
c)
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Technical Specifications
Product Name: Vital Scout
Catalog/Model: VV310/VV-310
Patch Size: 90mm x 28mm
Patch Thickness: 7.9 m m
Patch Weight: 7. 5 g
Patch Battery: 95 mAh, rechargeable
Duration of continuous patch use: 3 Days
Product Shelf Life: 1 Year
Product Service Life: 2 Years
Heart Rate Detection Range: 40 BPM - 300 BPM
Accelerometer Range: ± -4g in x, y, z
Patch Water Resistance: IP25
Charger Water Resistance: IP21
Charger Power Source: Standard USB
Operating Conditions:
Temperature Range: 50° F - 104° F (10° C - 40° C)
Humidity Range: 15% - 85%
Pressure Range: 70 - 106 kPa
Storage Conditions:
Temperature Range: 50° F - 122° F (10° C - 50° C)
Humidity Range: 15% - 85%
Pressure Range: 70 - 106 kPa
Receiver:
Android Devices: 4.4 or later
Apple Devices: iPhone 5s or later and iOS 8.0 or later
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Definition of Symbols
FCC icon Manufacturer
Polyethylene terephthalate
- window only
Date of Manufacture Radio emission
Serial Number Keep Dry
Lot/batch Number
Catalog Number
WEEE icon
Type-BF applied part
Temperature Limit
Consult Instructions
For Use
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THANK YOU
FOR CHOOSING VITAL SCOUT
Manufactured by VivaLnk, Inc.
51 East Campbell Ave #160
Campbell, CA 95008 USA
(408) 868-2898
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