TANITA BC-545N Segment Body Composition Monitor Instruction Manual

: June 16, 2024
: TANITA

Table of Contents

TANITA BC-545N Segment Body Composition Monitor
Product information
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE
GETTING ACCURATE READINGS
AUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN FUNCTION
SETTING (RESETTING) DATE AND TIME
SETTING AND STORING PERSONAL DATA IN MEMORY
TAKING WEIGHT AND BODY FAT READINGS
RECALL FUNCTION
PROGRAMMING THE GUEST MODE
TROUBLESHOOTING
CONTACT
References
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TANITA BC-545N Segment Body Composition Monitor

Product information

Specifications

Model: BC-545N
Measuring Platform
Display screen
Hand electrodes SET button
AA size batteries
USER button
ON/OFF key
Electrodes
PAST/Down button
Muscle mass button
RESULT/Up button
Body Fat% button

Introduction

Thank you for selecting a Tanita Body Composition Monitor. This scale is one in a wide range of home healthcare products produced by Tanita. This Instruction Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the button features. Additional information on healthy living can be found on our website www.tanita.eu. Tanita products incorporate the latest clinical research and technological innovations. All data is monitored by our Tanita Medical Advisory Board to ensure accuracy. Note: Read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it handy for future reference.

Safety precautions

Important Notes for Users:

Note: Body fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be affected by dehydration or overhydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, intense exercise, etc.

Features and functions

Measuring Platform: Provides a stable surface for accurate measurements.
Display Screen: Shows measurement results and other information.
Hand-electrodes SET Button: Used to set up the hand-electrodes for measurement.
AA-size Batteries: Powers the body composition monitor.
USER Button: Allows for multiple user profiles.
ON/OFF Key: Turns the unit on and off.
Electrodes: Detects body composition measurements.
PAST/Down Button: Scroll through previous measurements.
Muscle mass Button: Displays muscle mass measurements.
RESULT/Up Button: Scroll through measurement results.
Body Fat% Button: Displays body fat percentage.

Preparations Before Use

Open the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform.
Insert the supplied AA batteries as indicated, making sure the polarity is correct.
Note: If not using the unit for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

Positioning the Scale

Place the measuring platform on a hard, flat surface with minimal vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement. Note: Do not step on the edge of the platform to avoid possible injury.

Handling tips

To keep the unit in the best condition, please follow these instructions carefully:

Do not disassemble the measuring platform.
Store the unit horizontally to prevent accidental button presses.
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 changes.
Never submerge the unit in water.
Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny. Avoid using soaps.
Do not step on the platform with wet feet.
Do not drop any objects onto the platform.
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.

FAQ

Q: How can I improve the accuracy of body fat percentage measurements?
A: Body fat percentage estimates can be affected by factors such as hydration levels, alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, and intense exercise. To improve accuracy, ensure you are properly hydrated and avoid alcohol consumption before measurement.
Q: Can I use the body composition monitor on carpeted surfaces?
A: For accurate measurements, it is recommended to use the body composition monitor on a hard, flat surface with minimal vibration. Carpeted surfaces may affect the accuracy of the measurements.
Q: How often should I replace the batteries?
A: The included batteries from the factory may have decreased energy levels over time. It is recommended to replace the batteries when they are low to ensure accurate measurements.
Q: Can I use soap to clean the electrodes?
A: It is not recommended to use soap to clean the electrodes. Instead, use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting a Tanita Body Composition Monitor. This scale is one in a wide range of home healthcare products produced by Tanita. This Instruction Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the button features. Additional information on healthy living can be found on our website www.tanita.eu. Tanita products incorporate the latest clinical research and technological innovations. All data is monitored by our Tanita Medical Advisory Board to ensure accuracy. 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 functions are not intended for pregnant women.
Do not place this scale on slippery surfaces such as a wet floor.
Please do not use scale immediately after bathing or strenuous exercise. The scale platform will be slippery when wet. Please wipe the platform with a clean, dry cloth to remove any liquids.

Important Notes for Users

This Body Composition Monitor is intended for adults and children (ages 5-17) with standard and 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 fat 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

PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE

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 correctly 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.

Positioning the Scale

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.

Do not pull the Hand-electrodes cable beyond the red band.

Handling Tips
This scale is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology. To keep the unit in the best condition, please follow these instructions carefully:

Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.
Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the buttons will not be pressed accidentally.
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 using soaps.
Do not step on the platform with wet feet.
Do not drop any objects onto the platform.
Do not carry the unit by holding the Hand-electrodes.
Do not release the Hand-electrodes unit the cable is completely retracted into the unit.

GETTING ACCURATE READINGS

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 onto the measuring platform. Be sure your heels are correctly aligned with the electrodes on the measuring platform. Don’t worry if your feet appear too large for the unit, accurate 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 exercising before taking measurements. 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.
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.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN FUNCTION

The automatic shut-down function shuts off the power automatically in the following cases:

If you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down automatically within 20 to 60 seconds, depending upon the type of operation.
During programming, if you do not touch any of the buttons within 60 seconds.*
After you have completed the measuring process.
Note: I f the power shuts off automatically, repeat the steps from “SETTING AND STORING PERSONAL DATA IN MEMORY”(page 4).

SETTING (RESETTING) DATE AND TIME

Set Year insert batteries into the scale and then press the ON/OFF key to start the Year setting. Press the Up or Down button to set year and then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
Set Month Press the Up or Down button to set the month and then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
Set Day Press the Up or Down button to set day and then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
Set Hour Press the Up or Down button to set the hour and then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
Set Minute Press the Up or Down button to set the minute and then press the SET button.
The unit will beep twice to confirm the programming.
The power will then shut down automatically.

Note:

After you replace the batteries or if you want to reset date and time, press and hold the Down button to begin the date and time programming process. Replacing the batteries will cause the loss of date and time settings.
60 seconds or more of inactivity will cause automatic shut-off during this process. No data will be saved as a result.
If you make a mistake or wish to turn the unit off before you complete the programming, press the ON/OFF key to turn the unit off. No data will be saved as a result.

SETTING AND STORING PERSONAL DATA IN MEMORY

The unit can be operated only if data has been programmed into one of the personal data memories.

Press the ON/OFF key while the Hand-electrodes is mounted on the platform scale “0.0” will be shown.
Start Setting
Press the SET button.
The unit will beep to confirm activation, the Personal data number will be displayed, and the display will flash.
Note : If you don’t operate the unit for 60 seconds after the unit has been turned on, the unit will turn off automatically. Note: If you make a mistake or want to turn the unit off before you have finished programming it, press the ON/OFF key to
Select a Personal Data Number Press the Up or Down button to select a Personal data number (1, 2, 3, 4, and 5). Once you reach the Personal data number you wish to use, press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
Set your Birthday
Set the date of your birthday (Year / Month / Day) using the Up or Down button. Press the SET button to confirm at each program. The unit will beep once to confirm.
Note: The range of age is from 5 – 99.
Select Female or Male Use the Up or Down button to scroll through Female (m ), Male ( ), Female/Athlete ( ) and Male/Athlete ( ) settings, then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm. **

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Specify the Height
The display defaults to 170 cm (5’ 7.0”) (range of height is from 90 cm – 220 cm or 3’ 0.0” – 7’ 3.0”). Use the Up or Down button to specify Height and then press the SET button. The unit will beep once to confirm. The display shows the personal data one time to confirm, and then the display shows “0.0” and is ready for measurement.
Measuring your weight and body fat
Hold the Hand-electrodes and step onto the scale after “0.0” is shown on display within 30 seconds. Do not step off until the unit beeps five times. The readings will be shown for 40 seconds. The unit will then shut off and the readings will be stored in the memory.
Note : If you step onto the scale before “0.0” appears in the display, then an “Error” message will be displayed, and you have to step off and on again. If you do not step onto the scale within about 30 seconds after “0.0” being displayed, the scale will be shut off automatically. Please try the setting and storing personal data process again.

Note : If you change the birthday and/or gender, the unit will show “CLr”. If you select “YES” using the Up or Down button, the existing personal data will be deleted. If you select “no” using the Up or Down button, no new data will be saved (existing data will be unchanged) then the unit will shut off.

TAKING WEIGHT AND BODY FAT READINGS

After programming your personal data you are ready to take a reading.

Press the ON/OFF key while the Hand-electrodes is mounted on the platform scale
“0.0” will be shown.
Get your readings
Hold the Hand-electrodes and step on the scale. Your Body weight will be shown first. Continue to stand on the scale. Your personal profile is shown on the display and then the Body weight, the BMI and the Body fat% reading are shown for 40 seconds.
Note: Do not step off until the unit beeps twice.

Note : I f the wrong personal number appears on the display, you can change the personal number by using the USER button. Press the USER button until your personal number and profile appears. After you select your correct personal number and press the SET button, the display will show your correct readings automatically. The readings will be stored in your personal number memory.

Step off the scale and press the RESULT button to see a desired reading.

Note: For children (age 5-17), the unit will only display the Body weight, the BMI, and the Body fat.: For children (age 5-17), the unit will only display the Body weight, the BMI, and the Body fat.

HOW TO SEE THE READING OF EACH SEGMENT

RECALL FUNCTION

The previous readings of the following features can be obtained using the recall function. To obtain previous readings, press the PAST button while the current readings are displayed. To see other previous readings, press the RESULT button for each desired reading. Press the PAST button again to go back to the current result display.
Note: How to see the previous readings without taking measurement

Press the ON/OFF key. “0.0” will be shown.
Press the USER button until your personal number appears.
Press the SET button and PAST button to see the previous readings.

Press button or button to show the reading of each segment while previous readings are displayed. Note : For children (age 5-17), the unit will only display the Body weight, the BMI, and the Body fat.

PROGRAMMING THE GUEST MODE

Guest mode allows you to program the unit for a one-time use without resetting a Personal data number. Press the ON/OFF key while the Hand-electrodes is mounted on the platform scale. “0.0” will be shown. Hold the Hand-electrodes and the USER button until “Guest” appears. Press the SET button and input your personal information such as Age, Sex, and Height. Please see page 4 for more details. After “0.0” will be shown, step on the scale holding the Hand- electrodes. Do not step off until the unit beeps twice. The readings will be shown for 40 seconds.

TAKING WEIGHT MEASUREMENT ONLY

Press the ON/OFF key while the Hand-electrodes is mounted on the platform scale. After 2 or 3 seconds, “0.0” will appear in the display and the unit will beep. When “0.0” appears in the display, step onto the platform. The Body weight value will appear. The power will then shut down automatically.

SWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE

You can switch the unit indication by using the switch on the back of the scale (kg/lb/st lb). Note: For use only with models containing the weight mode switch.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the following problems occur …then…

A wrong weight format appears followed by kg, lb, or st-lb
Refer to “SWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE” (page 9).
appears on the display, or all the data appears and immediately disappears. Batteries are low. When this message appears, be sure to replace the batteries immediately, since weak batteries will affect the accuracy of your measurements. Change all the batteries at the same time with new batteries.
Note : Your settings and past memory will not be erased from the memory when you remove the batteries.
appears while measuring. Please stand on the platform keeping movement to a minimum. The unit cannot accurately measure your weight if it detects movement. The Body Fat Percentage is more than 75%, readings cannot be obtained from the unit.
The Body Fat Percentage reading does not appear. Make sure socks or stockings are removed, and the soles of your feet are clean and properly aligned with the guides on the measuring platform.
appears while measuring. Reading cannot be obtained if the weight capacity is exceeded

Notice:

These marks can be found on contaminant-containing

Batteries : Pb Pb = Battery contains lead,
Cd Cd = Battery contains cadmium,
Hg Hg = Battery contains mercury

Not allowed to mix batteries with consumer waste!

As a consumer, you are legally bound to return used or discharged batteries. You can deposit your old batteries at the public collecting points in your town, or wherever the corresponding batteries are sold and specifically marked collecting boxes have been set up. In case of scrapping the apparatus, the batteries should be removed from it and deposited at the collecting points as well. The device features radio interference suppression in compliance with EC regulation 2004/108/EC

Federal Communications Commission and Canadian ICES Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, according to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian ICES-003. 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 accordance 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 equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Tanita Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment