Pharmanex S3 User manual

BIOPHOTONIC SCANNER
User Manual

BIOPHOTONIC SCANNER
Table of Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
SETUP YOUR S3
THE S3 SCANNER APP
SCAN TAB
RECORDS TAB
REPORTS TAB
SUPPORT TAB
VARIABILITY
TIPS AND TRICKS
FAQ
TECHINCAL SPECS

HANDLING
Warning: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, other injuries,
or cause damage to the S3. Read the entire manual and all safety instructions before using the S3
to ensure safe and proper use.
This Scanner is a highly sensitive scientific quantification instrument. Always handle it with care.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
Water and Moisture: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the S3 to rain or moisture.
Do not use the S3 near water sources such as bathtubs, wash bowls, sinks, laundry machines, wet
basements, swimming pools, or other receptacles that contain liquids. Unplug the device from
the electrical outlet immediately if liquids are spilled on or near the S3 while it is connected to its
power cord. If water damage is present, please contact Technical Support. If the S3 is not plugged
in but is operating on battery power, do not touch the device and contact Technical Support for
instruction.
Servicing: Do not remove the display cover or bottom of the S3 or attempt to repair the device
yourself. Disassembling the device may damage it or cause injury to you. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside. Only qualified Pharmanex technicians should perform service on the
Scanner.
Power Cords and Power Supplies: Do not plug any other power cord or power supply into the
S3 except those provided with this unit. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords. The
grounding-type power plug will only fit into a grounding-type outlet with matching openings. Use
only grounding type extension cords with the S3. Only use factory supplied power cords.
Temperature: The S3 should never be placed near or over a radiator, heat register, or any other
heat source. Avoid leaving the device in an overly hot or cold environment for prolonged periods
of time. The optimal storage temperature range for the device is between 5 and 40 degrees
Celsius (40 to 110 Fahrenheit).
GENERAL WARNINGS
Eye Safety: The S3 uses LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) as a source of light. LEDs are found in
household lighting, electronics, and common flashlights. While they are not generally thought of
as harmful to the eye, you should avoid staring directly at LEDs or any bright source of light at
close range for prolonged periods of time.
Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION

Sensitive Optical Components: The optical components of the S3 can be damaged if exposed
to excessively bright light. Do not scan reflective surfaces such as mirrors or metallic objects that
might reflect light back into the S3. Do not scan any bright objects of any kind. Do not point the
S3 at bright room lights or the sun. Cover the Scanner nose with the dark cap when the device
is going to be located in a brightly lit area, and any time the device is not in use for an extended
period of time. Ignoring these recommendations can damage the sensitive optical components
inside the S3.
Choking Hazard/Small Parts: The S3 comes with two small caps to protect the sensitive optical
components. These small parts could represent a potential choking hazard. Please keep the S3 out
of the reach of children.
Usage Limitations: The unit must not be used or operated in any manner other than that specified
by Nu Skin. Failure to operate the unit under these conditions may impair the device’s safety
features.
SERVICING
Scanner operators and unapproved third parties should never service the S3. The S3 should never
be opened or disassembled except by trained Pharmanex technicians. If the S3 enclosure ever
cracks or breaks, do not attempt to access the internal components or circuitry. Exposure to the
circuitry could increase the risk of fire or electric shock. To avoid any risk of shock, turn o the
Scanner, disconnect the unit from any power source immediately (if applicable) and return the S3
to Nu Skin for servicing.
NOTE: If the enclosure has been tampered with in any way, any part of the enclosure has been
deliberately removed, or there is evidence of attempts to remove the enclosure, the S3 warranty will be
void. The Scanner lease holder will also be held responsible for the full cost of the S3.
Conditions Requiring Service: If any of the following conditions occur, turn o and unplug the S3
from the wall outlet (if applicable) and call Technical Support.
• The power supply cord or plug is damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled on, or objects have fallen on (or into) the device.
• The Scanner is damp or wet from condensation or exposure to rain or water.
• The S3 does not operate normally when you follow regular operational instructions.
• The Scanner has been dropped or the cover has been damaged.
• The S3 exhibits a distinct change in performance, such as the inability to perform basic functions.
• The Scanner displays an error code or graphic even after rebooting several times.
• The S3 Scanner app instructs you to call Technical Support.
SAFETY INFORMATION

Important to Know
PURPOSE
The Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner S3 is an instrument that quantifies carotenoid levels in the
skin. It is not intended to be used for medical purposes. It is not a medical device or a medical
diagnostic tool of any kind and is not intended to diagnose, treat, mitigate, cure, or prevent any
disease or condition or to aect the structure or function of any part of the body.
CALIBRATION
All precision scientific instruments require calibration. Most are calibrated daily and some are
calibrated after each quantification. The first time you connect the app to the S3, the device will
perform a self-executing calibration scan. Once the calibration scan is complete, you will be able
to use the device normally. The S3 will need to perform a self-calibration scan once every 24 hours.
Refer to the “Connect to the S3 Scanner App” section for more information about calibration
scans.
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
The environmental conditions in which you store and operate the Scanner can aect the device.
The Scanner is designed to work in ambient temperatures between 10 and 35°C. The optimal
scanning temperature is 20 to 25°C. The S3 should not be stored or transported in temperatures
greater than 40°C or lower than 5°C. Leaving the S3 in a car on a warm or cold day can aect its
performance or damage the device.
If the Scanner has been stored at a temperature dierent than the operating conditions described
above (such as a car overnight), you must allow sucient time for the S3 to acclimate to the
correct operating environment before setup and calibration. Please allow about 30 minutes for the
S3 to adjust to the scanning environment before plugging it into a power outlet or attempting to
calibrate it.
TRAVELING WITH THE S3
When traveling with the Scanner, make sure to store it in the the factory provided case or a similarly
padded and secure case. If transporting the S3 by air, bring it along as carry-on luggage. This
minimizes the potential for added shock, jarring, and exposure to extreme temperatures associated
with checked baggage. Temperature extremes freezing or above 40°C will damage the fragile
electronics contained in the Scanner. Remember that the S3 is an extremely sensitive scientific
device and should always be treated carefully.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW

CHARGE THE SCANNER
The Scanner should be plugged into a grounded electrical outlet and charged using the included power supply for
at least 1 hours before you attempt to operate the S3.
Plug one end of the S3 power cord into the back of the Scanner and plug the other end into a grounded outlet. The
power charging LED light on the back of the Scanner will illuminate green, indicating that the S3 is charging. The
Scanner will perform up to 600 scans on a full charge.
INSTALL THE S3 SCANNER APP
In order to use the S3 BioPhotonic Scanner, you will need to install the S3
Scanner App on an iPad, iPhone, or Android phone (coming soon). The app
can be found in the Apple Store or the Google Play store by searching for
“S3 Scanner”, “Pharmanex Scanner”, or “Biophotonic Scanner”. The S3 Scanner
App is not designed to work with Android tablets. Install the S3 app on your
device and agree to give the app permissions.
An internet connection is needed for the app’s many new features. The device
you use with the S3 app should be connected to the internet either by a cellular
data plan or by Wi-Fi. If the app is not connected to the internet, then you will
not be able to log in. Follow the instructions that came with your device to make
sure there is an internet connection before trying to log in to the S3 app.
LAUNCH THE S3 SCANNER APP
After the S3 app has finished installing, load the app by tapping on the S3
Scanner App icon. The icon should be located on your device’s main page, or
in the app list.
Setup Your S3
POWER
BLUETOOTH RESET
POWER INLET
Check the contents of the S3 box
and ensure there is:
An S3 Biophotonic Scanner
A black charging cable
(2) Caps
1
1
3
2
3
2
SETUP YOUR S3

LOG IN TO AN EXISTING ACCOUNT
The S3 app requires a user to log in. Users can log in using an existing NSE
account. If a new account is needed, please visit www.nuskin.com. To log in,
simply input the account email/ID and password into the text fields and then
tap the button.
v INTO THE APP?
People who log into the S3 Scanner App will generally fall into two categories:
1) S3 Scanner operators and 2) individuals that have been scanned (scanees).
The S3 Scanner operator is the primary leaser/owner of the S3 Scanner device.
When scan operators log into the app, they will be able to scan individuals
and access a range of reports and tools related to the Scanner program.
Scanees are individuals who want more details about their carotenoid
score and who may want to purchase products. They must have an existing
customer/distributor account in order to log into the app and access their
scan data. A scanee who logs in with an account can use the app to rescan,
track their score over time, make dynamic score comparisons, and purchase
Scanner certified products.
Scanees do not necessarily need to create an account to be scanned by the
BioPhotonic Scanner, however having an account helps scanees track their
score progress and makes scanning each month more convenient.
POWER ON THE S3
The S3 operates using its rechargeable battery. Once the battery is charged, the S3 can be unplugged from the
power supply and be used as a stand-alone device for several hours of constant use.
Power on the S3 by pushing the power button on the back of the Scanner. The S3 should briefly show a blue power-
up icon, and then the “S3” icon.
WARNING: Make sure that the cap is covering the S3 nose before turning on the S3. The S3 will not fully activate
unless it detects the cap.
ACTIVATE BLUETOOTH
Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the back of the Scanner (to the right of the power button) for three
seconds until it starts to blink. The blinking blue LED indicates the S3 is now broadcasting a Bluetooth signal so
it can connect to other devices. The next time you turn on the Scanner, you do not have to press the Bluetooth
button again. It is no longer necessary for subsequent connections.
CONNECT TO THE S3 SCANNER APP
The app will prompt the user to connect to the Scanner via Bluetooth when trying to perform any Scanner functions.
The app will display a page that says, “Connect to a Scanner” with arrows beneath.
Make sure the Bluetooth button on the S3 is blinking and then drag down the arrows on the touchscreen of the app.
This tells the app to search for S3 Bluetooth signals.
SETUP YOUR S3

SETUP YOUR S3
If the CS number of your S3 is not listed, pull down the arrows again.
Interference may sometimes prevent initial detection.
The app will display a list of detected Scanners. Tap on the S3’s CS number
to connect. A small white icon of the Scanner and its CS number should
now be visible in the upper left corner of the app. The S3 and the app are
now linked.
NOTE: The first time you connect to your Scanner, the S3 will perform a short
calibration scan. The Scanner icon in the app will show that it is working, and
the back of the S3 display will show the remaining duration of the calibration.
The Scanner will perform similar calibration scans once every 24 hours when
connecting to the app.
After the S3 and the app have been linked, they will automatically try to
detect and communicate with each other when activated unless they are
disconnected in the app.
IMPORTANT: Only one S3 can be linked to the app at a time.
SOME INFORMATION ABOUT BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enable dierent fuctions. Wi-Fi allows a device to
access the internet. Bluetooth is a local signal between two devices.
The Bluetooth link between the S3 and the app will have a maximum range
of about 50 meters. Interference from various sources can decrease the range of a Bluetooth connection. If the S3
and the app are too far away from each other, the connection will fail, and they will need to be reconnected.
TURN OFF THE S3
To turn o the S3 Scanner, do the following:
1. Exit the app by tapping the phone or iPad’s home button.
2. Turn o the S3 by pressing the power button on the back. Do not press the Bluetooth button when powering
down. It is no longer necessary.
3. Place the dark cap on the nose to prevent damage to the electronics.
4. Store the S3 in its carrying case when it is not in use.

The ScannerApp
INTRODUCTION
The S3 Scanner App is the primary interface through which operators will use the S3. The app contains many useful
and convenient features and was designed to be as simple as possible. Please read these instructions carefully for
more information about this powerful app.
COMMON APP FEATURES
There are several features in the S3 app that can be found on multiple screens.
BACK ARROW
Tap a back arrow icon to
return to a previous screen
SHARE
Tap to share information
on a social media account
PROFILE
Tap your profile to view
user profile information
NOTES
Tap to create or edit notes
on a scan or account
INFORMATION
Tap to receive instructions
or training in the app
THE SCANNER APP
THE LANDING PAGE
After logging in and connecting to the S3, the app will take the user to the main page with several tabs along the
bottom. By default, the app will start with the Scan Tab active. There are some common elements accross all the
tabs in the app:

SCANNER ICON
USER MODULES
USER ACCOUNT
HOME TAB BAR
Each tab of the app will show dierent user modules in the main window, but the options at the top and bottom
will stay the same.
THE SCANNER ICON
The SCANNER ICON shows the current status of the S3 along with the CS number of the Scanner that is
currently connected to the device. Tapping on this icon opens a screen that allows you to either disconnect from
the Scanner, or to perform a 30-second calibration scan. Scanner status indicators can include the following states:
CONNECTED
The app is
connected to the
S3 Scanner
DISCONNECTED
The app is
disconnected from
the S3 Scanner
PLACE CAP ON
Place the dark cap
on the probe to
calibrate S3 Scanner
CONNECTING
The app is trying to
connect to the S3
Scanner
CALIBRATING
The Scanner is
performing a
calibration scan
THE SCANNER APP
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