BodyCAP eTact User manual

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User Manual
eTact®
Memory Mode
Activity monitoring device and temperature indication

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Index
1. Important Safety Warnings ................................................................................................................... 3
2. Use cases & contraindications............................................................................................................... 4
2.1. Use Cases....................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2. Contraindications .......................................................................................................................... 4
3. Getting started ...................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1. eTact® Watcher software installation ........................................................................................... 5
3.2. Getting started .............................................................................................................................. 5
3.2.1. eTact® wake-up ..................................................................................................................... 5
3.2.2. Battery charging .................................................................................................................... 5
3.2.3. Configuring the patch ............................................................................................................ 5
4. eTact® Patch .......................................................................................................................................... 6
4.1. Battery charging and data transfer ............................................................................................... 6
4.2. LED indications on eTact®.............................................................................................................. 7
4.3. Functions associated to the push button ...................................................................................... 8
5. Cable and main plug characteristics...................................................................................................... 8
6. The patch management software « eTact® Watcher »......................................................................... 9
6.1. Start screen.................................................................................................................................... 9
6.2. eTact® configuration.................................................................................................................... 10
6.2.1. General settings................................................................................................................... 11
6.2.2. Temperature measurement settings................................................................................... 12
6.2.3. Accelerometer settings........................................................................................................ 12
6.2.4. Activity tracker settings ....................................................................................................... 13
6.2.5. eTact® programming ........................................................................................................... 13
6.2.6. eTact® Analysis .................................................................................................................... 15
6.3. Data transfer (download) ............................................................................................................ 15
6.4. Data display ................................................................................................................................. 17
6.4.1. Graphic view with eTact Watcher ....................................................................................... 17
6.4.2. CSV file................................................................................................................................. 17
7. Warranty.............................................................................................................................................. 19
8. eTact® important information............................................................................................................. 19
8.1. Important information and safety instructions........................................................................... 19
8.2. Manufacturer............................................................................................................................... 19
8.3. Main characteristics .................................................................................................................... 20
8.4. Regulatory Notices ...................................................................................................................... 20

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Dear Customer. Thank you for purchasing the eTact® monitoring system designed by BodyCAP. The system
is dedicated to activity monitoring and temperature indication. The system is composed of a patch and a
dedicated cable used for data communication and battery charging. A PC/MAC software is available to
configure the patch and download the data stored into the patch memory, after a monitoring period; as
well as “eTact Analysis” for processing and analyzing data from the patch. eTact Analysis is described in a
dedicated user guide. The device is easy to use, no specific training is required. No specific skills are
needed. Nevertheless, please read carefully the instructions presented in this user manual and use it
whenever necessary.
Destination and use case:
eTact® is a device intended to measure the activity level as well as the raw acceleration data and give an
indication of the skin temperature.
1. Important Safety Warnings
The safety procedure presented in this document must be carefully followed. It does ensure a proper way
of working for the patch as well as getting the optimum performances for the device.
For any question which the answer is not available in this manual, please ask for assistance to your
distributor or to the manufacturer (contact details at the end of this manual).
eTact® is not compatible with MRI systems. A person wearing the patch must remove the patch before an
MRI exam.
The eTact® device is very sensitive to humidity (sweat or water projection). When the device is worn on
the body, we strongly recommend using the specific bandages supplied in the starter kit to protect
electronics and connector.
Do not drop objects on the device. Do not introduce
foreign objects.
Keep eTact® device clear of dust and residues (store
it in the package when unused for a long period).
Do not use with dangerous liquids or gas.
Do not use the device in presence of strong magnetic
or electric fields.
Be careful with the cable location when connected
to the patch to avoid fall.
Do not shoot the patch, normal operating
conditions could be affected.
Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Only use recommended parts compatible
with the system.
It is strictly forbidden to open/modify the
patch.
It is impossible to change the battery.
Device modification strictly forbidden

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Safety recommendations:
DO NOT THROW eTact® INTO FIRE
DO NOT SHORT-CIRCUIT
DO NOT OPEN
DO NOT CHANGE THE BATTERY
DO NOT CLEAN IN WATER/LIQUID (IMMERSION)
Do not dispose of eTact® with household waste. The patch and the cable have been designed to
be recycled. The crossed-out wheeled-bin waste symbol indicates that the device (electrical
equipment, electronic primary battery or rechargeable battery) must be disposed separately from
ordinary household waste. Please contact your local electronic devices waste management to find
the closest collection facility.
This device contains a Lithium polymer rechargeable battery.
If the following recommendations are not properly followed, the safety conditions and
functionalities of the device are no more guaranteed.
2. Use cases & contraindications
2.1. Use Cases
eTact® is an electronic device intended for non-medical uses.
eTact® is an electronic device designed for activity monitoring and skin temperature indication for
humans.
The device is composed of:
-A rechargeable electronic patch (eTact®)
-A cable used to recharge the patch battery and allow communication between the
patch and a computer PC/MAC (patch configuration programming and data download)
-A software (eTact® Watcher) is associated to the system and allows to set the patch
parameters as well as visualize the recorded data on a computer PC/Mac.
-A software (eTact® Analysis) for processing and analyzing the data
2.2. Contraindications
eTact® is an electronic device designed for activity monitoring and skin temperature indicator for humans,
with contraindications in the following cases:
-Users with heart pacemaker or defibrillator
-Users exposed to a high magnetic field (MRI for instance) must be unequipped before
being exposed.

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3. Getting started
3.1. eTact® Watcher software installation
System requirements for optimum performances:
1GHz Processor.
500Mo of system RAM.
200Mo of hard disk space available.
Microsoft Windows®7 OS or newer (32 or 64 bits) / Mac OS X (min 10.9 Lion).
Minimum graphic resolution: 1027x768 pixels.
To install eTact® Watcher and the cable drivers, do the following steps:
-Run the “eTact® Watcher” installer. The software package is available on the BodyCAP
USB key provided in the package.
-Follow the instructions step by step including the driver install.
3.2. Getting started
3.2.1. eTact® wake-up
eTact® is set in deep sleep mode as a default factory setting. To get the device active, you simply need to
connect the cable on the patch and connect it to a USB plug or to a computer USB port. The blinking LEDs
indicate the patch is active.
3.2.2. Battery charging
It is recommended to fully charge the battery for the first use. Keep the patch connected with the
dedicated cable to a USB plug or a USB computer port for a least 2 hours.
3.2.3. Configuring the patch
First, connect the patch to a computer after having installed the eTact® Watcher application. Execute the
application, the patch automatically updates internal timestamp. Select the “Configuration” icon (refer to
section 6.2)
Please proceed with the configuration setting to choose the measurement parameters.

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4. eTact® Patch
Picture 1: The eTact® patch
It should be noticed that the plastic grey cover opens from the left side of eTact® when this one is held in
front of you.
When using the X, Y, Z raw data, it is important to know the device orientation.
Picture 2: X Y Z orientation
4.1. Battery charging and data transfer
The patch battery can be recharged using the dedicated cable provided in the kit, either using a USB main
plug or a USB PC/MAC port. The cover needs to be opened (from the left side when the patch is on the
front face as indicated in Picture 3. A connector becomes visible (Figure 3). Plug the cable in this connector.
Data transfer and patch programming are performed through the cable with the eTact® Watcher.
Cover opening
area
Set button
Set button
indicator
LED indication
area

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Picture 3: Cover opening and cable insertion for battery charging and data transfer
It is recommended to close properly the cover after unplugging the cable to protect the patch and
the connector.
During a recording session, the patch can be charged at any time by the user. The recording stops during
charging period, then resumes recording based on initial settings as soon as the patch is unplugged.
Be careful, in memory mode when the patch is switched off due to lack of battery during the acquisition
phase, it is essential to recharge the patch AND use the eTact® Watcher interface, in order to update
the time & date. This step is necessary to allow the patch to store new timestamped data properly.
Initial recording parameters will remain active.
A web page is available on BodyCAP website allowing to update time & date without eTact® watcher
access. The cable and a USB connection to the computer are required. To use the web page, the used
internet navigator must be Opera or Chrome.
https://www.bodycap-medical.com/eTact/eTact.html
When updating Date & Time using this web page, please ensure that eTact Watcher is not open.
4.2. LED indications on eTact®
Three LEDs (Magenta, yellow, cyan) are used as indicators. The different configurations are listed in the
table below (both color and relative duration are represented).
Color indication and lighting duration
Description
Patch activated
Patch switch off (deep sleep)
USB cable connected
Low battery level indication (<15% battery)
Battery fully Charged
Memory full alarm indication
Time not reliable (date & date update required)
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Please refer to button section

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4.3. Functions associated to the push button
The patch is equipped with a button. Features associated with this button are grouped in 2 types, available
during the recording session:
•Short press (until first LED indicator) shows the battery level (X):
-Green LED: X > 66%
-Yellow: 33% < X < 66%
-Red: X < 33%
•Long press is used to set an event marker:
-During long press, the 1st LED indicates battery level (like short press)
-Keep the pressure on the button until a Blue LED flash and release the button
-A green LED flash confirms the user marker position
-This marker will be graphically represented in eTact® watcher by a black vertical line and
in the .CSV file with a specific line and the term “user” in the column marker.
5. Cable and main plug characteristics
A cable is provided with the system in order to transfer the stored data and to recharge the battery. To
retrieve the stored data, to charge battery or to set-up the patch, the cable must be connected to the
patch and to the PC/MAC USB port.
The cable provided by the manufacturer is the only one compatible with eTact®, providing an optimum
functionality and safe operating conditions.
In case of battery charging using a main plug, this one should be compatible with the following
characteristics:
Input voltage: 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
Output voltage: 5V
Output current: 1A
BodyCAP can also provide a compact main plug that perfectly fits with the device.
In case of battery charging through a PC/MAC USB port, this one should be compatible with the following
characteristics:
USB 2 or USB 3
Output voltage: 5V
Driving capability: 0.5A
Remark: When using a computer to charge eTact battery, no need to open eTact® Watcher software.

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6. The patch management software « eTact® Watcher »
6.1. Start screen
eTact® Watcher is the computer software to:
-Set-up the configuration: This option allows to choose the period of each measurement
parameters to store into the patch.
-Retrieve the data on a computer: The software allows to unload the data stored in the patch’s
memory to a PC/Mac through USB port
-Visualize the data: the software can display temperature & activity data day per day.
If you want to get access to all option, eTact® Watcher requests to connect the cable to the PC/MAC and
then to the eTact®.
If the cable or eTact® are not connected, the data display action will be the only possibility.
Picture 4: Main menu when eTact® is unconnected
Once the patch is fully connected to the PC/MAC, the main window gives access to the full functionalities.

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Picture 5: Main menu when the device is operational
Some buttons are available and allow different actions:
Select language: French / English
Setting eTact® internal clock
Switch off the device (stops ongoing
recording and sets the patch in shelf
mode)
6.2. eTact® configuration
A synthetic window is displayed, providing all important parameters that could be set-up. The ultimate
used configuration is displayed for each parameter: temperature, activity, accelerometer. The
configuration of each parameter is possible from the left part of the window. The right part displays a
sum-up of the chosen parameters. The active configuration of the patch is provided in the right part of
the screen at window opening.
A battery level indicator and the MAC address & software version of the patch are given at the right top
of the screen.
The maximum estimated recording time (full memory) depends on the chosen parameters and is displayed
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Picture 6: eTact® settings control panel
Warning: Once the configuration is validated, the data stored into the patch will be automatically
erased.
6.2.1. General settings
User has the choice to set eTact® patch in two different modes:
-Memory mode: all the data are stored in the memory and available on eTact® Watcher through
the cable.
-Bluetooth/memory mode: advanced mode which require the creation of an Android application
to save and display the data. It must include an integration of a BodyCAP library for BLE
communication.
Picture 7: General setting

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6.2.2. Temperature measurement settings
It is possible to select the temperature measurement period setting with a value in min or s. (from 30s to
30min)
Picture 8: Temperature acquisition setting
6.2.3. Accelerometer settings
The accelerometer range is +/2G.
The accelerometer acquisition frequency can be set to 25Hz or 50Hz.
Options are suggested giving the possibility to provide complementary acceleration data:
-Fixed option: takes the instantaneous acceleration value just at the end of the chosen sampling
period (from 30s to 30min)
-Average option: Return the average of signal magnitude vector calculated 25 or 50 times per
second (depending on settings) during the selected period (from 30s to 30min).
-Raw option: All acceleration samples are stored into memory with a frequency of 25 or 50Hz.
Note: This option is not compatible with actimetry measurement. Setting this option will
automatically deactivate activity measurement.
Picture 9:Accelerometer settings

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6.2.4. Activity tracker settings
The activity measurement configuration is accessible after a click on the arrow > is done. It is then possible
to:
-Enable/disable the activity algorithm (TAT based algorithm)
-Adjust the algorithm computing period in min or s (from 30s to 30min). The TAT value recorded
for each period corresponds to the number of times the selected acceleration threshold was
reached or exceeded. Thus, for a configuration of 25Hz associated with a period of 1 minute, the
recorded TAT values will be between 0 (no activity) and 1500 (system saturation corresponding to
a maximum activity: 25Hz * 60s)
-Adjust the acceleration threshold to compute the activity level (a 0.1G threshold correspond to
an acceleration value of 1.1G).
Picture 10: Activity settings
6.2.5. eTact® programming
After the « Apply » icon has been pushed (Configuration window), a new window opens and indicates the
programming status.
Picture 11: memory erase

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Warning: the first part of the configuration is a full and automatic erase of eTact® memory. This action will
take a few minutes. The remaining time before the erase completion is indicated. It is strictly forbidden
to disconnect the patch or the cable during this time, otherwise the system could be damaged.
Picture 12: eTact® configuration programming
When the configuration is completed, a status is provided as followed:
Picture 13: Configuration successful
When the configuration fails, a red cross indicates the wrong parameter. In this case, the configuration
parameters should be checked and applied again.
Picture 14: Configuration failure example

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The « Export configuration » button gives the user the possibility to save the patch configuration into an
.XLM file. The same parameters can be applied later to multiple patches by importing this file in the
configuration window.
Picture 15: eTact® configuration export window
6.2.6. eTact® Analysis
eTact Analysis is a tool to process and analyze data recorded by eTact.
Using eTact® Analysis software to process data from the patch eTact requires a dedicated configuration:
•Activity period: 1min
•Temperature measurement period: > 1min
•Accelerometer mode (OFF, FIXED or AVERAGE)
•Accelerometer period (Fixed or Average): > 1min
•Accelerometer frequency: 25Hz
•Activity sensitivity threshold: 0.1G
eTact Analysis software is described in a dedicated user manual. Please read it carefully before using it.
6.3. Data transfer (download)
The recorded data into the internal memory of the patch can be downloaded through the cable connected
to a PC/MAC. In the main eTact® Watcher window, a simple click on the “Download” button is necessary.
During data download, it is strictly forbidden to disconnect the patch or the cable from the computer
otherwise the system could be damaged.
A new window pops up, providing the status of the downloaded data:
-A progress bar on the type of transferred data (temperature, activity, accelerometer)
-A global progress bar of the full download data.

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Picture 16: Data transfer (temperature)
Picture 17: Example of global data transfer at 48% (Accelerometer data transfer)
At the end of the data transfer, a window is displayed to select the root for the .CSV file generation.
Picture 18: Downloaded data file saving
After the download is finished, a confirmation is requested to keep or erase the eTact® memory. This
action is definitive. However, it only concerns data, the configuration settings remain in the memory.

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Picture 19: Memory erase confirmation
6.4. Data display
6.4.1. Graphic view with eTact Watcher
In the main eTact® Watcher window (picture 4), select the « Data Display » icon. Select then the .CSV file
to display. The data are displayed in a dedicated window, providing temperature and activity data
information. The left axis corresponds to the temperature in °C and the right axis corresponds to the
activity level.
Picture 20: Temperature and activity display
A .CSV list is available in the left part of the window. The files previously downloaded into the eTact®
directory are displayed on this section. It is possible to import additional files (pressing the (+) icon) stored
in other directories. The list can be deleted (pressing the (-) icon).
If the patch was used for more than one day, the visualization will be displayed day per day. On the right
part of the window shows a “Recording agenda”.
To finish, on the bottom right, some options help to filter the data (only temperature or activity). An export
of the visualization in PDF file is also possible.
6.4.2. CSV file
Downloading data of the patch through eTact Watcher will automatically generate a .CSV file saved to the
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Picture 21: CSV file header
The two first lines of the CSV file displays the chosen configuration applied on the patch:
•@MAC: Patch MAC Address
•Soft Rev: Patch software revision
•Mode: Flash or BLE_Flash
•TempStatus: Temperature status (compulsory)
•TempPeriode: Temperature Period (from 30s to 30min)
•AccStatus: Accelerometer status (Row/Average/Fixed)
•AccCnfFreq: Accelerometer Frequency Configuration (25Hz or 50Hz)
•AccCnfRange: Accelerometer measurement range (2G)
•AccPeriod: Accelerometer period (from 30s to 30min)
•Accompt: Accelerometer option (Row/Average/Fixed)
•Act Status: TAT activity status
•Act Period: Activity period (from 30s to 30min)
•Act Threshold: Activity sensitivity threshold (from 0.1G to 1G)
The following lines are related to patch data:
•Index: not used.
•Date: Timestamp of the data (format: DD/MM/YYYY HH:mm:ss)
•Temperature: Temperature measurement in °C
•Activity: TAT count
•X-axis / Y-axis / Z-axis: Accelerometer data (fixed or raw options)
•Average-Acc: Average of Acceleration data
•Marker: Automatic & manual markers
oConnect: Patch is connected to cable
oDeconnect: Patch is disconnected to cable
oFlash / BLE-Flash: selected mode
oBattery load xx%: Battery level (automatic measurement from disconnection and every
6h)
oShutdown: patch shutdown (user action, low batt etc…)
oWake up: following shutdown
oTimestamp updated: timestamp of the patch was updated (with eTactWatcher or
webpage)
oUSER: long press on the patch button generate user marker
oLow Battery: patch battery is running low
•Information:
oTime is not reliable: This data is timestamp, but you can’t be sure of the integrity of the
date/time. You must update the patch

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7. Warranty
BodyCAP guarantee the proper system functioning when handled correctly and in accordance with the
instructions provided in this user manual.
eTact® is under a 1-year limited warranty.
8. eTact® important information.
8.1. Important information and safety instructions
Battery
eTact® embeds a Lithium polymer battery. Therefore, the device must follow the recycling procedure at
the end of lifetime.
Cleaning
eTact® is delivered in a separate packaging. The device can be regularly cleaned using a hydro-alcoholic
solution after a monitoring period. It is strictly recommended to keep the cover properly closed to avoid
any cleaning solution inside eTact®. Never perform immersion on the device.
Using eTact® on a long period
In case the patch is worn in a permanent way, it is recommended to switch between different areas on
the body to let the skin breathe properly.
Keeping eTact® in place on the skin
Keeping the patch properly in place is possible using a transparent film dressing frame, specifically
designed for long term wear.
BodyCAP can provide the transparent film in quantities.
8.2. Manufacturer
BodyCAP
+33 (0)2.61.53.08.14
3 rue du Docteur Laennec
14200 Hérouville Saint Clair
FRANCE
http://www.bodycap-medical.com

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8.3. Main characteristics
Dimensions:
Length: 37 mm.
Height: 41 mm.
Thickness: 7mm
Weight:
≈ 9 g
Storage temperature:
0°C –28°C
Operating temperature:
10°C - 45°C.
Temperature
Sampling frequency:
adjustable from 30s to 30min.
Activity
Sampling frequency:
adjustable from 30s to 30min.
Power supply:
Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery 3.7V 0.14Wh typ.
Autonomy:
7 days typical (depending on the configuration parameters)
Plastic:
ABS-PC and opening in elastomer
Storage duration on a shelf:
7 months if the system of Off with a fully charged battery.
8.4. Regulatory Notices
: The eTact® product is compliant with the essential requirements and the listed European Directive
in the CE declaration.
Contains FCC ID: 2AAQS-ISP130301: the device integrates a radio frequency module compliant with the
part 15 of the FCC rules (Federal Communications Commission of the United States).