Yamaha BODIBEAT BF-1 Quick Guide

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BF-1 Quick Guide

The “Precautions” section is located on pages 4 – 5. Please read this carefully before using the
BODiBEAT BF-1.

Congratulations!

Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha BODiBEAT BF-1 Interactive Music Player. If you’re a
music lover who enjoys exercising along with music, you’ll find that the many functions and
features of the BF-1 not only make exercising more enjoyable but also make it much more
effective. Have fun and exercise safely!

Main Features

• BODiBEAT automatically plays music to match your jogging/walking pace. (See page 12.)

• BODiBEAT plays music to match and maintain optimal aerobic exercise level for your
exercise sessions. (See page 13.)

• BODiBEAT lets you manage your music and your workouts via computer. (See page 18.)

Included Accessories

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Armband

Cable clip Earphone

Pads

Earphones

(with pulse sensor)

Quick Guide

(this manual)

USB cable

CD-ROM User

Registration

Card

Safety

Information

Table of Contents

Precautions.................................................................................................. 4

Starting Up................................................................................................... 6

Exercising with the BF-1............................................................................ 12

Connecting to a Computer......................................................................... 18

Using the BF-1 as a Music Player ............................................................. 22

Settings...................................................................................................... 23

Menu Tree ................................................................................................. 24

Specifications ............................................................................................ 25

About PDF manual

In the supplied CD-ROM, there is the BF-1 Owner’s Manual (PDF) which provides complete,
detailed information and instructions for using the BF-1. Please refer to this manual for detailed
information.
In order to view the PDF files, Adobe Reader must be installed to your computer. Adobe
Reader can be downloaded free at the following website: http://www.adobe.com/

• Copying of the commercially available musical data is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.

• This manual is the exclusive copyrights of Yamaha Corporation.

• The illustrations and displays as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear
somewhat different from those on your device.

• The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.

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Precautions

Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

DANGER

• Do not disassemble the device or modify it in any
way. This can result in the device bursting, or even
an explosion or fire. If the device should appear to
be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately
and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service
personnel.

• Do not drop the device into the water.

• Do not throw the device into a fire, or put burning
items near the device.

• Do not use or expose the device to extreme heat
(such as direct sunlight, near a heater or in a car
during the day) to prevent the possibility of
explosion, fire or bursting. Charge the device and
use it in temperature conditions between 0° to
40°C (32° to104°F) and keep in an environment of
between -10° to 45°C (14° to 113°F).

• Do not operate the device or use earphones while
driving a car or riding a motorcycle or a bicycle,
since this could result in a serious accident.

•To avoid accidents while walking or jogging, keep
the volume low enough to hear outside traffic
sounds and avoid concentrating too closely on the
display.

• If there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the
device, or if any unusual smells or smoke should
appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the
power switch and have the device inspected by
qualified Yamaha service personnel.

WARNING

• If you are not in good physical condition (chronic
illness, during pregnancy, or other abnormal
conditions), consult your physician before
beginning any exercise.

• If exercising causes you any pain or discomfort,
immediately get rest and consult a physician if
necessary.

• Make sure that any ear jewelry or accessories you
wear do not interfere with the pulse sensor for
accurate heart rate readings. Wearing earrings
may cause inaccurate heart rate detection, which
can result in your workout being too strenuous or
not strenuous enough.

• Keep the device in a place out of the reach of
small children.

• Never insert paper, metallic, or other objects into
the device. If this happens, turn off the power
immediately, and then have the device inspected
by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

•When using the optional AC power adaptor:

- Only use the voltage specified as correct for the

adaptor. The required voltage is printed on the
adaptor.

- Use the specified adaptor (PA-U010 or an equivalent

recommended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong
adaptor can result in damage to the device or
overheating.

- Check the electric plug periodically and remove any

dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.

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CAUTION

• Do not use or expose the device to excessive
dust, or extreme cold. Doing so may cause the
device to malfunction.

• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects
on the device, and do not use excessive force on
the buttons, switches, connectors or earphone
cable.

• Do not touch the connector with wet hands. If the
device gets wet inside from the connector, it may
cause the device to malfunction.

•Take care not to tangle the earphone cable around
your body or neighboring objects, since this can
cause injuries or accidents.

• Do not use the device or earphones for a long
period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume
level, since this can cause permanent hearing
loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing
in the ears, consult a physician.

• Some people may experience an abnormal
sensation or discomfort on their skin. If this should
occur, stop using the device and consult a
physician.

•When using the optional AC power adaptor,
unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC
outlet when you are not using the device for a long
time, or during electrical storms.

• Do not try to exercise with the device while
charging. Doing so may cause the device to
malfunction. Moreover, the USB cable may get
tangled up with your body and result in injury.

•When cleaning the device, use a soft, dr y cloth.
Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning
fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.

•Yamaha cannot be held responsible for
damage caused by improper use or
modifications to the device.

•Yamaha cannot be held responsible for any
health problems during exercise with the
device. Take full responsibility for your own
health.

This device contains a lithium-ion battery.
After usage, you may recycle the battery,
but never attempt to remove it by
yourself. Have the device inspected by
qualified Yamaha service personnel. If

there is no Yamaha service personnel in
your area, dispose of it properly according to
relevant environmental laws and disposal rules in
your area.

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Starting Up

Starting Up

Panel Controls

1

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2

MENU

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1 ▲/▼

(Up/Down) buttons (page 8)

2 Display

3 LED

Red: Heart rate is fast.
Green: Optimal aerobic exercise.
Blue: State of relaxation.

4 [ ] (Standby/On) button

Press this to turn the power on/off or turn
Control-hold on/off.
Holding this turns the power off.

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Open the flap

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5

[MENU] button (page 8)

6 Earphone/ear clip connector

7 [RESET] switch

8 USB connector (pages 7 and 19)

Charging the Battery

You will need to charge the BF-1 before you use it for the first time.
To charge the battery of the BF-1, simply connect it to a computer with the included USB cable.
(Refer also to page 19.)

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USB cable

DANGER

Do not connect to a computer in extremely hot environments. You should charge it in a temperature
conditions of between 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F).

While the battery is being charged, the battery-charge icon ( ) appears. After charging is
complete, the battery-full icon will light.

While you’re using the BF-1, you can check the remaining battery power with the battery icon.

full empty

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Basic Operations

Starting Up

Moves cursor

highlight down

Moves cursor

highlight up

Selecting a menu item

Press the ▲ button: Moves the cursor highlight up
Press the ▼ button: Moves the cursor highlight down
Press both ▲ / ▼ buttons simultaneously: Actually selects or calls up the item

Changing a setting or parameter value

Press the ▲ button: Increases or changes the selected setting
Press the ▼ button: Decreases or changes the selected setting
Press both ▲ / ▼ buttons simultaneously: Actually enters the change and moves the cursor to
the next parameter

Cancel the operation or return to the previous display

Press the [MENU] button: Returns to the previous display
Hold the [MENU] button: Returns to the Top Menu

MENU

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Turning the Power On / Making Initial Settings

The first time you turn on the power of your new BF-1, the device guides you through several
important settings. You’ll need to make these settings before you can effectively use the BF-1.

1

Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button to turn on the power.

2

Select the desired language, then simultaneously press both ▲ / ▼ (Up/Down) buttons.

Select “Set Up” to start making the initial settings.

3

The following displays will appear in succession.

After you’ve made all necessary initial settings, the Top Menu is called up.

Select one of the modes from the
Top Menu and start exercising!

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Attaching the armband

Starting Up

Connect the earphone cable to the BF-1.

1

Attach the device to the armband.

2

Correct

Loosen the armband and put your left

3

arm into the armband.

4 Fasten the armband to your upper arm.

Adjust the armband into position so that
you can easily see the display.

IMPORTANT

Do not wear the armband anywhere on your body
other than your upper arm (for example, your
neck, wrist, ankle, etc.)

When removing the BF-1 from the
armband...

Push the tab down and pull the device up
and out.

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