OMRON HJ-321 Step Counter Walking Style Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Omron
Table of Contents
HJ-321
Step counter
Walking style
IntroductIon
Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HJ-321 Step counter.
This Step counter features advanced 3D Smart Sensor technology – so it knows
exactly when you’re taking a step. It’s more accurate than other step counters
which use a simple pendulum design. Use this in your pocket, bag or on your
hip for added convenience. The seven day memory helps you keep track of your
daily activity to help you reach your fitness goals. Use this unit everyday to
monitor your fitness achievements!
Your Step counter comes with the following components: Step counter Battery
(CR2032 installed) Screwdriver Holder
Instruction Manual
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the unit. Please
keep for future reference.
IMPortAnt SAFEtY Infomation
To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always
be followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this instruction
manual.
SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING| Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
| Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property.
Operarting the Device
- Contact your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a weight reduction or exercise program.
- Keep the unit out of the reach of young children. The unit contains small pieces that may be swallowed. Immediately contact your physician if any piece is swallowed.
- Please use caution when wearing the unit around your neck so as to avoid possible strangulation. Do not place the unit around the neck of children.
- If battery fluid gets in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. Contact a physician immediately.
- Read all information in the instruction manual and any other literature included in the box before using the unit. Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose.
- If battery fluid gets on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water.
- Do not insert the battery with the polarities in the wrong direction.
- Do not throw the battery into fire. The battery may explode.
- Dispose of the device, battery, and components according to applicable local regulations. Unlawful disposal may cause environmental pollution.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
- Do not disassemble or modify the unit. Changes or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare will void the user warranty.
- Do not subject the unit to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the ground.
- Do not submerge the unit or any of the components in water.
KnoW Your unIt
Front of unit NOTE:
Remove the protective film from the face of the display.
Back of the main unit Components
Holder
Attach/remove the holder as illustrated below. NOTE:
When attaching the holder, do not grip it strongly at the top and bottom.
STRIDE LENGTH MEASUREMENT
Measure your stride length before setting the step counter.
How to measure your stride length
- Walk 10 steps with your normal stride as illustrated below.
- Measure the distance from START to END in meters.
- Calculate your stride length by dividing the total distance by 10.
Example:
Total distance = 5.5 m
5.5 m ÷ 10 = 0.55 m (55 cm)
Setting
The unit comes with the battery installed. When you use the unit for the first
time, follow the steps below. For setting range details refer to
“SPECIFICATIONS”.
NOTE:
If the initial settings are not correct, the measurement results may not be
accurate.
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press and hold , or . After the following display, “ ” and “kg” flash on the display.
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Setting the weight units.
A) Press or to select the mode.
B) Press to confirm the setting. -
To set the height/stride length unit, repeat steps A) and B) in step 2 above.
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To set the distance unit, repeat steps A) and B) in step 2 above.
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To set the time display, repeat steps A) and B) in step 2 above.
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Setting the weight.
A) Press or to select the desired value for a setting.
• Press to advance (go back) one.
• Hold down to advance (go back) rapidly.
B) Press to confirm the setting. -
To set the height, repeat steps A) and B) in step 6 above.
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To set the stride length, repeat steps A) and B) in step 6 above.
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To set the hour, repeat steps A) and B) in step 6 above.
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To set the minute, repeat steps A) and B) in step 6 above.
All the settings are completed.=
Adjust the settings
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press and hold .
“lb” or “kg” flash on the display. -
Follow the procedure from step 2 of “SETTINGS”.
USING THE UNIT
The unit accurately counts in a pocket, bag or anywhere you want to put it.
The unit may be placed in the upper front pocket of your clothing, in the
front pocket of your pants, in a bag, or attached to your belt or pants, or
hang it from your neck.
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Simply bring the unit with you wherever you go.
NOTE:
In order to avoid counting steps that are not part of a walk, the unit does not display the step count for the first 4 seconds of walking. If you continue walking for more than 4 seconds, it displays the step count for the first 4 seconds and then continues to count. -
press to read the data.
The unit may not count steps correctly in the following conditions:
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The unit moves irregularly.
When the unit is placed in a bag and a bag moves irregularly.
When the unit swings from your belt, the top of your pants or a bag. -
Walking at an inconsistent pace.
When you shuffle or wear sandals.
Starting and stopping or other forms of inconsistent walking. -
Up and down movement.
Standing up and/or sitting down movement.
Playing sports other than walking.
Ascending or descending movement on stairs or on a steep slope.
The unit comes with the battery installed. When you use the unit for the first time, follow the steps below. For setting range details refer to “SPECIFICATIONS”.
NOTE:
If the initial settings are not correct, the measurement results may not be accurate. -
vibrations from a moving vehicle.
Such as riding a bicycle, automobile, train or bus. -
Walking extremely slowly.
READING THE CURRENT DISPLAY
Press to change the display. Calories
By measuring the intensity of your activity, the unit can calculate the amount
of calories burned.
Aerobic steps
Aerobic steps are the physical exercise that helps us stay healthy. Aerobic
steps are counted separately when walking more than 60 steps per minute and
more than 10 minutes successively. If a rest of less than 1 minute is taken
after a continuous walk of more than 10 minutes, this will be regarded as part
of “a continuous walk”.
The battery saving mode
After 5 minutes with no button being pressed, the display will automatically
turn off. However, the unit continues to count steps. This mode extends the
battery life. Press , or to activate the display again.
MEMORY FUNCTION
The unit stores 7 days of measurements for steps, distance, calories and
aerobic steps.
The current day’s data is automatically stored in memory when the time reaches
0:00 (12:00AM). The display will return to 0.
NOTE:
The time must be correctly set in the unit.
- press to select the type of measurement you want to see (steps, distance, etc.).
- press to view the results (days 1-7) in memory.
The display changes with each press of as shown below.
Keep pressed to automatically change the display until the current display is
displayed. NOTE:
If no button is pressed for more than 1 minute, the display will return to the
current day’s data.
Battery LIFE
If the symbol blinks or appears on the display, replace the battery with a new
(CR2032) battery.
If the battery is removed, the settings and all measurement values will be
deleted. Please reset the settings (refer to “SETTINGS”).
NOTES:
- If you want to keep any of the measurement values, make a note of them before removing the battery.
- The supplied battery is for initial use. The battery life may be shorter.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
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Loosen the screw of the battery cover on the back of the unit. Remove the battery cover by pulling it off in the direction of the arrow.
Use the supplied screwdriver or use a small screwdriver to loosen the screw on the battery cover. -
Remove the battery with a toothpick. NOTE:
Do not use a pair of metal tweezers or any metal object such as a small screwdriver.
CAUTION
Dispose of the device, battery, and components according to applicable local regulations. Unlawful disposal may cause environmental pollution.
CAUTION
Do not throw the battery into fire. The battery may explode. -
Insert the battery (CR2032) with the positive (+) side face up.
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Replace the battery cover by sliding the catch in first, then tighten the screw.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Changes or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare will void the user
warranty.
Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or volatile cleaners. Do not immerse the unit or any
of the components in water.
The unit is not waterproof. Do not wash it or touch it with wet hands. Be
careful that water does not get into the unit.
Store the unit in a safe and dry location.
Avoid the unit being exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high
humidity, water and/or dust.
Do not subject the unit to strong shock, drop, or step on it.
Replace a worn battery with a new one immediately.
Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for three months or longer.
Use of the unit must be consistent with the instructions provided in this
manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Problem | Probable Cause | How to Correct |
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The low battery indicator blinks or appears continuously. | The battery is low | |
or worn. | Replace the battery with a new one (CR2032), refer to “BATTERY |
REPLACEMENT”.
Nothing is displayed.| Battery saving mode active.| Press either of , or __ ,
refer to “About the battery saving mode (sleep mode)” in “READING THE CURRENT
DISPLAY”.
The polarities of the battery (+ and -) are aligned in the wrong directions.|
Insert the battery in correct alignement, refer to “BATTERY REPLACEMENT”.
The battery is worn.| Replace the battery with a new one (CR2032), refer to
“BATTERY REPLACEMENT”.
The displayed values are incorrect.| The unit is positioned incorrectly.|
Refer to “The unit may not count steps correctly in the following conditions:”
in “USING THE UNIT”.
Irregular movement. Inconsistent pace. Up and down movement.
The set values are wrong.| Check the settings, refer to “SETTINGS”.
The display is unusual or the buttons do not operate normally.| Replace the
battery with a new one (CR2032), refer to “BATTERY REPLACEMENT”.
| Device error.| Reinstall the battery, refer to “BATTERY REPLACEMENT”.
NOTE:
If a malfuncion has occurred and you need to repair your unit, all settings
and measurement results are deleted.
We recommend that you record measurement results.
SPECIFICATIONS
Product Name: | Walking style |
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Type: | HJ-321 |
Power Supply: | 3VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) |
Measurement Range: | Steps: 0 to 99,999 steps |
Distance: 0.0 to 5,999.9 km / 0.0 to 3,725.9 miles
Calories: 0 to 59,999 kcal
Aerobic steps: 0 to 99,999 steps
Time: 0:00 to 23:59 / 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Memory:| Previous 7 days on display
Setting Range:| Time: 0:00 to 23:59 / 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Weight:10 to 136 kg (in increments of 1 kg) / 22 to 300 lb (in increments of 1
lb)
Height: 00 to 199 cm (in increments of 1 cm) / 3’4″ to 6’6″ (in increments of
1 inch)
Stride length: 30 to 120 cm (in incrementsb of 1 cm) / 12″ to 48″ (in
increments of 1 inch)
Operating Temperature/ Humidity:| -10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F) / 30% to 85%
RH
Battery Life:| Approx. 6 months* (When used for 12 hours a day)
NOTE:
The supplied battery is for initial use. This battery can run out within 6
months.
External Dimensions:| Approx. 75.0 (W) × 31.0 (H) × 8.0 (D) mm
Weight:| Approx. 20 g (battery included)
Contents:| Step counter, Holder, Battery (CR2032 installed), Screwdriver, and
Instruction manual
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This OMRON product is produced under strict quality system of OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd. Japan. -
Based on OMRON test using new battery.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should
not be disposed of, with other household wastes at the end of its working
life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes
and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they
purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where
and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business
users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial
wastes for disposal. This product does not contain any hazardous substances.
Disposal of used batteries should e carried out in accordance with the
national regulations for the disposal of batteries.
| OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd.
53, Kunotsubo, Terado-cho, Muko, Kyoto, 617-0002 JAPAN
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