Binatone Roo User manual
USER GUIDE
Prenatal Heartbeat Monitor
The features described in this user’s guide are subject to modifications
without prior notice.
Model: Roo
Welcome...
to your new Roo Prenatal Heartbeat
Monitor!
Thank you for purchasing your new Roo. The Roo portable
prenatal listening system is easy to use. It is a completely safe
and non-invasive way to listen to your unborn baby. Unlike
ultrasound, it emits no energy into you or your baby.
Using the Hubble’s app’s innovative sound tracking software,
Roo lets you listen to your unborn baby’s heartbeat and share
it with friends and family. As your pregnancy progresses, the
Hubble app will oer regular tips and information to help you
prepare for your baby’s birth.
Please keep your original dated sales receipt for your records.
For warranty service of your Roo product, you will need to
provide a copy of your dated sales receipt to confirm warranty
status. Registration is not required for warranty coverage.
For product-related questions, please contact:
E-mail: support@Rooprenatal.com.
On the Web: www.Rooprenatal.com.
This User Guide has all the information you need to make the
most out of your product. Please read the Safety Instructions on
page 6 before you install the unit.
Inside the Box
•
Prenatal heartbeat monitor
• Positioning belt
• Micro USB/USB cable
• Pouch
• Quick Start Guide
Overview of the Roo
1 2
front Rear (with rubber
lid opened)
1. POWER
2. USB power socket
WARNING
The Roo Prenatal Heartbeat Monitor is NOT a medical device. It
should NOT be used or relied upon for diagnostic or other medical
purposes. The product should not be used in place of regular
prenatal care by your physician.
4Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Important Safety Information ......................................................5
2. Setting up your Roo .......................................................................7
2.1 Power On your Roo .................................................................................7
3. Minimum System Requirement....................................................8
4. Connect Roo to your Android™ / iPhone®/ iPad® Devices.....9
5. Operating your Roo...................................................................... 12
6. Disposal Of The Device (Environment) ................................... 14
7. GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................... 15
8. Care and Cleaning......................................................................... 17
9. Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 18
10. FCC and IC Regulations ............................................................. 20
11. Technical Specifications .............................................................. 21
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Important Safety Information
1. Important Safety Information
To obtain optimal user experience, please read this manual
carefully prior to use.
• The product is intended for your general knowledge only and is not
a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific
medical conditions.
• You should not use this product to diagnose or treat a health
problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare
provider.
• Please consult your physician with any questions or concerns you
may have regarding your condition.
• Do not be alarmed if you are not able to hear your baby’s heartbeat
and movements right away.
• The optimal time to listen to your baby’s heartbeat is a couple of
hours after eating.
• The system will usually begin to detect baby sounds at the
beginning of your third trimester – typically around 24 weeks.
• Do not put the product into water, it will damage the Roo sensor.
• The device must not be used close to any source of vibration (e.g.
fans, pets etc.) as the vibrations could affect the judgment of the
device.
• Do not dispose of batteries by fire. When placed in a fire, the
battery is likely to explode.
• Do not store the device under extreme temperature (below -20°C/-
4°F or over 55°C/131°F) or extreme humidity conditions (below 15%
RH or over 90% RH). Failure to store device under proper conditions
may cause inaccurate readings.
• Do not use if the device is damaged. Continued use of a damaged
unit may cause injury, inaccurate results or serious hazard.
• Do not disassemble, repair or change any parts of the unit.
6Important Safety Information
• All materials intended to have contact with users have passed the
ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10 standards test, whereby they are non-
toxic and non-allergenic, and do not produce irritation reactions.
However, the state of current scientific knowledge and technology
being incomplete, other potential allergic reactions may not yet be
known. Should you have an allergic reaction to the materials, please
stop treatment immediately and consult your physician.
• Store the product in a dry, clean place. Do not expose the product
to chemical solvents, lint, dust, direct sunshine or high temperature.
• Do not maintain or service the device while it is in use.
• Should you experience any problems with this device (e.g. set-up,
maintenance or use), please contact Roo customer service or your
local retailer.
• Should any unexpected operations or events occur, please report
them to the manufacturer.
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Setting up your Roo
2. Setting up your Roo
• Charge the Roo acoustic fetal heart rate monitor with the provided
USB power cable in the USB socket under the rubber lid.
• It is recommended to charge at least 10 hours before initial use.
• When the battery power is low, the LED indicator flashes red
slowly and there is a beep alert every15 seconds until the
device is being charged.
NOTE
Only use the power adapter provided.
2.1 Power On your Roo
• Power On - Press and hold the power button at the side of the
Roo, the LED indicator will flash green for 3 seconds and then
go o.
• Power O - Press and hold the power button at the side of
the Roo, the LED indicator will flash red for 3 seconds and
then go o.
8Minimum System Requirement
3. Minimum System Requirement
Smartphones/Tablets Minimum System Requirements:
• iOS® 7.1 or above
• Android™ 4.4 or above
• Bluetooth 4.0 or above
For more information, please visit: https://hubbleconnected.
com/requirements
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Connect Roo to your Android™ / iPhone®/ iPad® Devices
4. Connect Roo to your Android™ /
iPhone®/ iPad® Devices
Download the “Hubble for Monitor” app
• Go to the Google Play™ Store to search for Hubble for Monitor
app.
• Download the Hubble for Monitor app (or scan the QR code
below) and install it on your Android™ device.
• Go to the App Store to search for Hubble for Monitor.
• Download the Hubble for Monitor app and install it on your
iPhone®/iPad®.
• Run the “Hubble for Monitor” app on your Android™ device/
iPhone®/iPad®
• Tap SIGNUP and follow the in-app instructions to create your
account. By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
Note
If you already have a Hubble account, tap LOGIN, enter your ac-
count information and proceed to the next steps.
• Launch the set-up wizard and follow the steps to create a
user profile and add the Roo.
• Make sure that the Hubble app is active and that Bluetooth on
your mobile device is activated when pairing is in progress.
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• Run the Hubble for Monitor app, tap SIGNUP and follow the
in-app instructions to create your Hubble Account. By signing
up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions. (Pictures A1 & A2)
A1 A2
Note
If you already have a Hubble account, please tap LOGIN, enter
your account information and proceed to the next steps.
• After login, select ‘Add Roo’ to set up the device (picture A3)
to enter set-up mode.
A3
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Connect Roo to your Android™ / iPhone®/ iPad® Devices
• Make sure your Roo is switched on and then press “Continue”
on screen (Picture A5).
• Switch on the Bluetooth connectivity on your smart device
• Pair the Roo with your mobile device via Bluetooth (Picture
A6).
A5 A6
• You have now successfully paired the Roo with your smart
device. Tap “Continue”.
• Follow the steps to create the Baby Profile.
You can now log in to your account to track your baby’s heart
rate and other Hubble add-on features.
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12 Operating your Roo
5. Operating your Roo
• Follow the illustration above / below? to wrap the Positioning
Belt around the abdomen reasonably tight. The top of the belt
should be about 1-2 inches below the naval.
Note: The positioning belt must be worn when using the device.
Proper use of the positioning belt can increase the probability of
hearing the baby’s heartbeat.
• Get into a reclining position in bed, on a sofa, or in a recliner
with your upper body elevated by pillows. Put the Roo device
in the middle of your stomach and the positioning belt. The
rubber side of the device needs to be positioned completely
on the abdomen and placed inside the positioning belt.
Note: The best time to listen is 3-4 hours after eating and when
you are relaxed.
• Position the device in the area shown in the figure below
for about 10 seconds. If you can’t locate the heartbeat
after 10 seconds, please change the position and try again
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Operating your Roo
for 10 seconds. If you still can’t find the heartbeat after 1
minute, please check with your healthcare professional for
recommendations on this matter.
• Open the Hubble app and follow the in app instructions to
read the measurement, then listen to your baby’s heartbeat
sound. The normal heart rate of the fetus is between 110 and
180 beats per minute.
The baby’s dynamic level will affect the heart rate. In order to
reduce interference, please try not to touch the device when
using it. If you can’t find the heartbeat, don’t worry, sometimes
it’s normal to be a bit difficult. Familiarity with the process will
gradually improve. The position of the baby, the dynamics and
the distance of the fetus from the placenta can affect the effect.
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14 Disposal Of The Device (Environment)
6. Disposal Of The Device (Environment)
At the end of the product life cycle, you should not
dispose of this product with normal household waste.
Take this product to a collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol
on the product, User Guide and/or box indicates this
obligation.
By taking end-of-life products to a recycling point, you are
ensuring that some of the product materials can be reused.
By reusing some parts or raw materials from used products,
you make an important contribution to the protection of the
environment.
Exhausted batteries do not belong with household waste.
Dispose of batteries in accordance with the current federal,
state and local regulations. As a consumer, you are legally
obligated to return used batteries.
Notes
1. In environments where there is a high frequency of
electrostatic discharge, the unit may malfunction and have
to be reset by the user.
2. Dispose of used batteries with care; please consult retailer
for details.
Please contact your local authorities should you require
additional information on the collection points in your area.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
7. GENERAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: Satisfactory evidence of the original
purchase is required for warranty service
Please refer to www.Rooprenatal.com for any details or warranty
durations offered in addition to those contained below.
Warrantor: The warrantor is Binatone North America Inc.
Terms of Warranty: Binatone North America Inc. warrants to
the original retail purchaser only that the Roo (“the Product”),
will be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship for the
duration of the warranty period, subject to the limitations and
exclusions set out below.
Warranty period: This warranty to the original retail purchaser is
only valid in the original country of purchase for a Product first
purchased either in the United States and will expire one (1) year
from the date of the original retail sale.
If a warranty claim is made, this warranty will not apply if the
Product is found by Binatone to be:
(A) Damaged or not maintained in a reasonable manner or as
recommended in the relevant Roo User Manual;
(B) Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits,
subassemblies or any configurations not sold by Binatone North
America Inc.;
(C) Improperly installed contrary to instructions contained in
the relevant User Guide.
(D) Repaired by someone other than an authorized Binatone
Repair Agent in relation to a defect or malfunction covered by
this warranty; or
(E) Used in conjunction with any equipment, parts or a system
not manufactured by Binatone.
Statement of Remedy: If the Product is found not to conform to
this warranty as stated above, the Warrantor, at its discretion,
will either repair the defect or replace the Product without any
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charge for parts or service. This warranty does not include any
reimbursement or payment of any consequential damages
claimed to arise from a Product’s failure to comply with the
warranty. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be
excluded under the US Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods
fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount
to a major failure.
Procedure for obtaining warranty service: Depending on the
country in which the Product was first purchased, if you believe
that your Product does not conform with this warranty, you
should deliver the Product, together with satisfactory evidence
of your original purchase (such as a legible copy of the sales
docket) to Binatone. Please refer to the Hubble website for
address details. You should contact Hubble regarding any
compensation that may be payable for your expenses incurred
in making a warranty claim.
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Care and Cleaning
8. Care and Cleaning
• The appliance is only intended for household use as described
in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to
persons.
• Use a clean, dry, soft cloth to wipe the external surface of the
unit.
• Please do NOT immerse the device into water or other liquids
in order to prevent electrical malfunction.
• Clean the device according to instructions when the product
will not be in frequent use. Before storage, make sure that
all the parts are clean and dry. Store the air purifier in a dry
place.
• Please do NOT operate the device with a damaged cord or
plug.
• Every eort has been made to ensure high standards of
reliability of your device. However, if something does go
wrong, please do not try to repair it yourself - contact
Customer Service for assistance
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9. Troubleshooting
What if the Roo has lost its Bluetooth® link with your Smart
Device?
• Make sure the battery built into the Roo is fully charged.
• If your Smart Device is too far away it may be going out of
range, so move the Smart Device closer to the Roo (within
5~8 meter).
• Make sure the device is added in the Hubble app, see if there
is a need to pair the Roo and your Smart Device again.
•Use of other 2.4 GHz products, such as wireless networks (Wi-
Fi® routers), Bluetooth™ systems, or microwave ovens, may
cause interference with this product. Keep the Roo at least 5ft
(1.5m) away from these types of products, or turn them o if
they appear to be causing interference.
Why did my Smart Device sync during my first use, but now it
won’t sync or give any activity?
• Make sure Hubble app is opened when you want to read the
activity.
• Remove your Roo from the app. Re-pair the device with your
Smart device by adding the Roo back to the app.
What is the best period for optimal detection?
The system will usually begin to detect baby sounds at the
beginning of your third trimester – typically around 24 weeks.
At this stage of your pregnancy, adjust the position of the Roo
sensors between your navel and pubic bone.
I can feel my baby is moving however the device is not able to
read the heartbeat?
• Your baby is quite active and moves often. It is not unusual
for your baby to move into a position where the heartbeat
cannot be heard, especially during the earlier months of your
pregnancy. If your baby moves while you are listening, simply
change the position of the Roo or try again later. If your baby
is particularly active, the kicking sounds may make it dicult
to hear the drumming of the tiny heartbeat.
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Troubleshooting
• Your weight before and during pregnancy may aect how
early the system can detect your baby’s heartbeat. A slender
mother will generally hear the baby’s heartbeat earlier in her
pregnancy. This is a passive listening device and, therefore, it
has no means of penetrating your body’s insulating layer of
fat. Mothers with a larger percentage of fat may have to wait
a few more weeks until the baby’s heartbeat becomes strong
enough to be heard.
How long does the Roo battery last and how can I charge it?
The battery usually lasts for 5 days and charging is easy. Simply
plug the USB charging cord into the Roo; a full charge usually
takes 10 hours.
What else can I use the app for?
With the Hubble for Monitors app, you can access a free
Prenatal Tracker to conveniently log and keep track of different
activities such as water intake, kicks, a bump tracker and weight
tracker. There’s also a section in the app with pregnancy tips
from leading organizations and answers to frequently asked
questions.
I still have a question about my Roo, where can I get help?
Please contact our customer support team at:
Email: support@Rooprenatal.com
Website: www.Rooprenatal.com
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10. FCC and IC Regulations
Warning: Changes or modifications to this equipment not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
This equipment 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 protec-
tion against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency ener-
gy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, 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:
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
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.
Industry Canada. This device complies with the Industry
Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s): Operation is subject
to the following Two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
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