Fitbug FB928 User manual

Fitbug FB928
USER MANUAL
EN
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Fitbug FB928 pedometer. The
FB928 is a sensor type pedometer that can detect steps in
any dimension it is carried. It is equipped with clock, alarm,
14-day memory, step counter, distance counter and calorie
counter functions.
IMPORTANT Do not immerse the pedometer in water.
CONTROL BUTTONS
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1. SET: Enter Setting Mode; conrm and move to next
setting option
2. DISP: Display calories burned and distance walked;
increase values
3. MEM: Enter Memory Mode; decrease values
LCD
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1. : Calories burned is displayed
2. : Beep tone is Off
3. : Battery power is low
4. Displays mode banners, number of steps, calorie reading
or distance walked
5. : Alarm is On
6. : Exercise timer is displayed
7. : indicates how many days before (1-9) the displayed
data was recorded
8. : Average active speed (previous minute). Provides
a reference only and does not replace professional
measuring equipment
9. / : 12 hour clock
10. : Distance walked is displayed
11. : Memory Mode is displayed
12. : Indicates there is a following page
13. : key press prompt: indicates which button to press
14. : Step counter is On
15. KCAL : Calorie unit
16. Kmi/hr : Walking speed
17. cmin : User’s stride length unit (Centimetres / Inches)
18. lbkg : Weight unit (Pounds / Kilograms)
19. Displays time or Setting Mode values
GETTING STARTED
ACTIVATE PEDOMETER (FIRST-TIME USE ONLY)
Press and hold any key until the screen is activated.
CARRYING THE PEDOMETER
The FB928 can be carried on the waist, around the neck or
in pockets and handbags by using the adjustable strap or
detachable clip provided.
SET TIME AND USER DATA
To effectively use the pedometer for calculating calories
burned (based on step count and user body weight) and
distance walked (based on step count and length of user’s
stride), you are advised to set the time and your user data
in the Setting Mode. Refer to Setting Mode in this manual.
IMPORTANT Remember to set the time and your user
data after every battery replacement.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The pedometer uses a CR2032 3V battery, which has
already been installed.
Indicates battery power is low.
To replace battery:
1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove battery
compartment lid. Once opened, please keep the screws
in a safe place to avoid losing them.
2. Remove the old battery and insert the new one, matching
the polarities.
3. Replace the lid by screwing it back into place using a
Phillips screwdriver.
NOTE When the battery compartment is opened or battery
is replaced, all data in the pedometer will be reset.
OPERATION MODES
The FB928 has 3 modes of operation. The Main Mode is the
default display mode, which displays the current step count
and time. To enter other modes, press the buttons as shown
below.
MAIN MODE
In the Main Mode, you can:
• View the time and current step count (default), calories
burned, exercise time, distance walked and walking
speed.
To view the current calorie burned and distance walked:
Press DISP. The display sequence is: 1) current aerobic
step count and aerobic exercise time 2) current calories
burnt and total exercise time 3) current distance walked and
active speed.
SETTING MODE
In the Setting Mode, you can set the stride length, stride
extender ON/OFF, weight, time, alarm ON/OFF, beep ON/
OFF, beaconing ON/OFF, beaconing interval.
1. Press and hold SET to enter the Setting Mode.
2. Wait for the setting option to ash, then press the UP or
DOWN to change values. You can press and hold these
buttons to rapidly set the values.
3. To conrm and move to the next setting option press SET.
The setting sequence is: stride length unit, stride length
value, stride length extender On/Off, weight unit, weight
value, 12/24 time format, time (hour and minute), alarm On/
Off, alarm time (hour and minute) (if alarm On is selected)
and beep tone On/Off, beaconing On/Off, becoming interval
value.
REMARK Press any button to silence an activated alarm.
If not deactivated, the alarm will be activated at the same
time the following day.
When the stride extender is turned on the device will adjust
your stride length according to your steps per minute rate.
When beaconing is turned on the device will attempt to
transmit step data to a receiving station within range. You
can set how often the device will do this.
MEMORY MODE
In the Memory Mode, you can view the records of your steps
and calories burned for the past 14 days.
To toggle through days:
1. Press MEM to enter the Memory Mode.
2. Press MEM or DISP to select which day to view.
NOTE
• When toggling between days, the record displayed will
be of the same category (either step count or calorie
burned).
To toggle between type of data displayed (calories
burned or step count): leave unit idle and wait for display
to change.
REMARK Toggle through all 14-day records to return to
the Main Mode.
To reset records:
You cannot reset the records manually. The pedometer is
designed to automatically reset the records.
DATA TRANSFER
To help users keep track of their results, the measurements
recorded by the FB928 can be easily uploaded to the
network for viewing and analysis.
Automatic data transfer
The FB928 will attempt to periodically send data every at
a specied interval of time. Refer to Setting Mode in this
user manual. n.b. the device will not notify you each time it
automatically sends data.
To manually send data:
• Press and hold DISP.
Continuous data transfer:
• Press and hold SET and MEM
To stop data transmission:
• Press and hold DISP.
“DONE” indicates a successful data transmission.
“Error” indicates an unsuccessful data transmission.
IMPORTANT Since there is a 14-day limit for memory, to
prevent records being erased before being uploaded to the
network users are reminded to send data every few days.
SPECIFICATIONS
Real time clock 12 / 24 format with hour /
minute
Step measurement range 0 – 99,999 steps
Distance measurement
range 0 – 999.99 km / miles
User adjustable stride
length 28 – 152 cm (11 – 60 inches)
Calorie measurement
range 0 – 99,999 kcal
Body weight range 29 – 250 kg (64 – 553 pounds)
Exercise timer display
range 99 hr 59 min
Power 1 x CR2032 3V battery
Operating temperature -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
PRECAUTIONS
To ensure you use your product correctly and safely, read
these warnings and the entire user manual before using the
product:
• Use a soft, slightly moistened cloth. Do not use abrasive
or corrosive cleaning agents, as these may cause
damage. Use luke warm water and mild soap to clean
the device thoroughly after each training session. Never
use the product in hot water or store it when wet.
• Do not subject the product to excessive force, shock,
dust, temperature changes, or humidity. Never expose
the product to direct sunlight for extended periods. Such
treatment may result in malfunction.
• Do not tamper with the internal components. Doing so
will terminate the product’s warranty and may cause
damage. The main unit contains no user-serviceable
parts.
• Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD display as
this may cause damage.
• Take precautions when handling all battery types.
• Remove the batteries whenever you are planning to
store the product for a long period of time.
• When replacing batteries, use new batteries as specied
in this user manual.

• The product is a precision instrument. Never attempt to
take this device apart. Contact the retailer or our customer
service department if the product requires servicing.
• Do not touch the exposed electronic circuitry, as there is
a danger of electric shock.
• Check all major functions if the device has not been used
for a long time. Maintain regular cleaning of your device.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected
separately for special treatment and not as normal
household waste.
• Due to printing limitations, the displays shown in this
manual may differ from the actual display.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.
• Should there be any discrepancy between the English
and other language versions, the English version shall
apply and prevail.
NOTE The technical specications for this product and the
contents of the user manual are subject to change without
notice.
NOTE Features and accessories will not be available in all
countries. For more information, please contact your local
retailer.
ABOUT FITBUG
Visit our website (http://www.tbug.com or http://usa.tbug.
com ) to learn more about Fitbug products.
If you’re in the US and would like to contact our Customer
service, please visit: http://usa.tbug.com
For international inquiries, please visit: http://www.tbug.com
EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Fitbug, declares that this Fitbug FB928 device is in
compliance with EMC directive 2004/108/EC. A copy of the
signed and dated Declaration of Conformity is available on
request via our Oregon Scientic Customer Service.
FCC STATEMENT
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.
WARNING Changes or modications 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 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
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for
help.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following information is not to be used as contact for
support or sales. Please visit our website at http://www.
tbug.com or http://usa.tbug.com for all enquiries.
We
Name: Fitbug Ltd
Address: 1st Floor
Waterside House
47 Kentish Town Rd
London
NW1 8NX
declare that the product
Product No.: FB928
Product Name: Fitbug FB928 bug
Manufacturer: Fitbug
Address: 1st Floor
Waterside House
47 Kentish Town Rd
London
NW1 8NX
UK: 0845 688 3348
USA: 1-877-434-8284
International: [phone]