Tanita MC-980MA User manual

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BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER
MC-980MA
Instruction manual
Manual_MC-980MA_V1

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Disposal
This equipment is an electronic device. Do not dispose of in general waste but follow regional
regulations for electrical equipment disposal.
Safety Notes• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 3
Product Assembly and Components • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6
Preparation (Setting up the main unit)• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8
Various settings (Setting methods) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 12
Taking a measurement• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 16
Contents

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Thank you for purchasing this precision crafted Tanita product. For optimum performance and safety, please
familiarize yourself with the Caution Symbols below. These symbols are designed to alert the user to potential
hazards when using this equipment. Ignoring these Caution Symbols may result in serious injury, or damage
to the product. Please be sure to review before proceeding with the INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
Warning This symbol indicates the possibility of serious injury if the product is
mishandled or instructions are ignored.
Caution This symbol indicates the possibility of physical injury or equipment damage if
instructions are ignored.
This symbol indicates general precautions that should be taken when using
this product.
Warning
Caution
•Individuals with a Pacemaker or Other Internal Medical Devices
•This equipment sends a weak electrical current through the body during measurement. Individuals who have internally implanted
medical devices, such as Pacemakers, should not use this equipment due to the risk of malfunction to the device that may be caused
by the weak electrical current.
•Inserting and Removing the AC cord
•To reduce the risk of electric shock or product damage, never insert or remove the AC cord with wet hands.
•Do not under any circumstances dismantle or alter the device, as this could result in electric shock or injury as well as adversely affect
the precision of measurements.
•To prevent fire hazard
•Use only a correctly wired (100-240VAC) outlet, and do not use a multiple outlet extension cable.
Maintenance
Since this equipment is accurately manufactured and adjusted, please observe the following instructions.
•Never disassemble the equipment as this may cause malfunction. Users must not disassemble or adjust this equipment.
•This should be done by trained maintenance agents or certification offices designated under the NAWI directive.
•Please inspect the equipment in accordance with the regulations in your country.
•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when it will not be in use for long periods of time.
•Keep the electrodes clean by wiping them with disinfectant.
•Do not drop the unit, and avoid locations with constant vibration.
•Do not put this equipment in direct sunlight, close to heaters or near direct draughts from air conditioners.
•When transferred to any location where there is a difference of more than 20 degrees centigrade (40 degrees Fahrenheit), wait 2
hours before using.
•When disposing of this unit, please do so in accordance with the prevailing regulations in each country.
General Instructions for Accurate Measurement
The MC-980MA estimates the various outputs specified in the Specification Section of this Manual. Keep in mind
that there are many factors that can influence the accuracy of these measurements.
This equipment sends out a very weak electric current to measure impedance (electrical resistance) of the body.
Therefore, in principle, users need to use this equipment with bare feet. Moreover, since impedance fluctuates in
accordance with the distribution of body fluid, please observe the following instructions for accurate
measurement.
•To prevent inaccurately measurements and other errors, always hold both arms straight down when taking measurements.
•As changes in body water and body temperature can have a an impact on measurements, measurements should be made at the same
time of day, under similar conditions (always urinating before taking measurements, etc.)
•Ensure arms are not touching the body and inner thighs are not touching each other during measurements; if necessary, place a dry
towel between arm and side and/or between thighs.
•Also, make sure the soles of feet are free of excess dirt, as this may also act as a barrier to the mild current.
•Inaccurate results may be reported after excessive food/fluid intake, or after periods of intense exercise.
•This equipment is designed for the majority of the population leading healthy lives with a regular lifestyle. For people suffering from
sickness, or whose lifestyle is very different from the norm, it is recommended that the data from this product should not be used as an
absolute value, but rather as a reference to observe the rate change.
•For further details, see the Technical Notes.
•Measurement is sometimes impossible on a surface that is strongly vibrating. In this case, please move the equipment onto a surface
with little vibration.
•Do not take measurements while using transmitters, such as mobile phones, which may affect readings.
•Measurement of body composition of pregnant women may result in inaccurate readings.
If you connect your computer or peripherals, please use the compliance with IEC60601-1 (EN60601-1).
Or if using the compliance with IEC60950 (EN60950), power must be supplied from the medical isolating
transformer.
If you ignore this requirement, may cause electrical shock of patients or operator.
•Cross Contamination
•The Body Composition Analyzer should be used with bare feet. Ensure the scale platform is cleaned with appropriate disinfectant
after each use. Never pour any liquid directly on the scale platform, as it may leak and cause internal damage. Use a soft cloth and
appropriate ethyl alcohol to wipe off platform. Do not wipe the platform with strong chemicals.
•Interpretation of Results
•The data provided by this machine, as well as any supplementary information such as diet or exercise programs based on this data,
should be interpreted by a professional.
•Please make sure you place the Weighing Platform on a level and stable surface to ensure an accurate measurement.
•For the MC-980MA; Ensure you use the original AC cord.
•Using the other than the original cord may cause malfunction.
•Do not insert or remove the plug by the cable.
<Usage Conditions>
Temperature Range for Use : 5°C - 35°C
Relative Humidity : 30% - 80% (without condensation)
<Storage Conditions>
Temperature Range of Environment : -10°C - 50°C
Range of Relative Humidity : 10% - 90% (without condensation)
To avoid malfunctions, avoid storing the equipment where there is direct sunlight, significant temperature changes,
the risk of dampness, a large amount of dust, in the vicinity of fires, or where there is the risk of receiving vibrations
or shocks.
<Power Source>
Value Range
Model Number MC-980MA
Frequency Range 50 / 60Hz
Electric Current Range 0.3A
Safety Notes

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Accessories
Adjustable feet
Control Box
Column
Platform
*For accurate measurement, place the machine as level as
possible.
*Rotate the adjustable feet in 4 positions for adjustment so that
the bubbles of the level gauge reach the centre.
In the state that the level gauge is
viewed from the top
Level gauge check
Screw (6 item)
Instruction manual (This manual)
Assembling guide
Make sure you place the Weighing Platform on a stable, level surface. If the Weighing
Platform is not stable because not all the feet are on the surface, for example, there is a
risk of stumbling or inaccurate measurement.
Platform Connection of Plugs
Control unit Connection of Plugs
AC cord
•To avoid electric shock, do not insert or remove the plug with wet
hands.
•To avoid electric shock, do not use the equipment near water.
•To avoid measurement error, do not measure while using equipment that generates
radio waves, such as mobile phones.
•Use only the original AC cord.
Using AC cords other than the original one may cause malfunction, smoke or fire.
Symbols and their Meanings
Display Unit On. Serial interface Positive polarity Direct current
Input / Output Computer network Headphones Handheld microphone
WEEE - Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment
Directives
Type BF applied part Class II equipment
Caution, Refer to the
attached information
RS-232C
USB B
Control unit Power switch
USB ALAN
USB A
RS-232C
ONOFF
Power switch
Communication cable
Power supply cord AC cord
Screw driver
Product Assembly and Components
Level Gauge

Assembly
Column Unit
Platform / Control Box
Preparation
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Setting up the main unit
Instruction manual (This manual)
Assembling guide
Screw (6 item)
Power supply cord
Communication cable
Screw driver
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AC cord
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AB
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Platform
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Caution 2 people should unpack the unit
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Preparation Setting up the main unit (continued)
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Select
"Shutdown MC-980MA"
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Turn on the power
1[Platform]
Turn on the power.
2
or
[Control Box]
Turn on the power.
*If the Platform power is switched on.
1[Control Box]
Select "Setup"
The initial screen is displayed
(Initial screen)
Initial settings. ( page 15)
Various settings. (page 16)
Database Management Settings . ( page 20) 3[Platform]
Turn off the power.
or turn off the power.
Turn off the power
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Settings Flowchart
Various Settings
Page 16: Step 2
Select “Setup”
Page 15: Step 1
Setting methods
Select Setting Menu
Page 15: Step 3
Input Password for
setting mode
*Password "9999"
Page 15: Step 2
Date and time Page 16
Printer Page 17
PC Connection Page 17
External Device Page 18
Measurement Mode Page 18
Controller Page 19
Recall member data Page 20
Page 21
Output Measurement Result Page 25
Data Backup
Database Management
Page 20: Step 2
Add, Remove or Change User
*Register New User
*Search Registered User
*Import User Data
*Export User Data
Initial settings
1Select "Setup"
2Input Password for setting
mode
*Password "9999"
3Select Setting Menu
Various Settings. ( page 16)
Database Management ( page 20)
Windows Mode ( Go Windows XP)
Setting methods (continued)

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1Select "Various Settings"
2Select Setting Menu
1. Select "Date and Time"
Set date and time.
Date (dd/mm/yyyy) : Input date in "day / month / year" format
September 24th, 2010
24 09 2010
Time (hh:mm) : Input time in "hh : mm" format
6:05 pm
18 05 Enter
Example
Example
2. Select "Printer"
Set Printer Operation : Select ON / OFF the printing function.
Auto Print : Set the number of sheets to print.
Paper : Select printing paper. Pre printed form or Plain paper.
Adjust Printing Position.
Test print : Check printer operation and printing position.
Information : Enter your address to print.
Printer Selection : Select your printer.
After inputting all items, press OK.
3. Select "PC Connection"
Baud Rate : Select baud rate.
Flow Control : Select flow control.
After inputting all items, press OK.
•eMain Menu. • eSave changes and return. • eReturn without saving
BackOKQuit
3
Various settings Setting methods (continued)

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Various settings Setting methods (continued)
•eMain Menu. • eSave changes and return. • eReturn without saving
BackOKQuit
4. Select "External Device"
Input Device : Select type of card reader.
- 1 OFF : Input ID from the touch screen.
- 2 RFID : Using RFID reader. *Optional function.
- 3 Barcode : Using barcode reader. *Optional function.
After inputting all items, press OK.
Enter the barcode number of characters.
5. Select "Measurement Mode"
Serial number function
Result Number : Select result data number function.
- 1 OFF : Invalid numbering function.
- 2 Manual input : Result number can be input within 16 digits.
- 3 Serial No. : After measurement, automatically count up.
Athletic Selection : Set ON / OFF athletic mode.
*Athletic mode ( page 30)
BF % Target Setting : Set ON / OFF target body fat %.
*Target Body fat. ( page 30) - 1
- 1 - 2 - 3
- 2 - 3
6. Select "Controller"
Brightness : Adjust brightness of monitor.
Beep : Set ON / OFF beep sound.
Vibration mode : Set ON / OFF touch panel vibration mode.

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Database Management Settings
1Select "Database Management"
2Select Setting Menu
1. Select "Call up Member Data"
Recall stored measurement result data.
Input user ID, name or measurement date and press "Search"
*If you search without inputting any data, all stored measurement results are
displayed.
*If you enter multiple criteria, the data is displayed to meet all search requests.
After selecting the data, press "View"
•eMain Menu. • eSave changes and return. • eReturn without saving
BackOKQuit
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Setting methods (continued)
2. Select "Add, Remove or Change"
Add : Register new user data. ( page 21)
Change : Change the registered user data. ( page 22)
Delete : Delete the registered user data. ( page 22)
Import : Import user data from external file. ( page 23)
Export : Export user data. ( page 24)
2-1. Select "Add"
Register new user to the database.
Input User ID, name and all personal information and press "Register"
ID : Enter maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters.
Duplicate ID numbers are not acceptable.
Name : Enter maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters.
Date of Birth : Input date of birth in "day / month / year" format.
September 24th, 1973
24 09 2010
Gender : Select gender.
Body Type : Select Standard mode / Athletic mode. *Athletic mode. ( page 30)
Height : Acceptable Range 90.0-249.9cm.
Password : Enter maximum of 10 digit number. *Password is optional.
After entering all items, press
"Register".
Example
Note
Note

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Database Management Settings
Setting methods (continued)
•eMain Menu. • eSave changes and return. • eReturn without saving
BackOKQuit
2-2. Select "Change" or "Delete"
Remove / Change the registered user data.
Input user ID, user name or measurement date and press "Search"
*If you search without inputting anything, all stored measurement results are
displayed.
*If you enter multiple criteria, the data is displayed to meet all search
requests.
In case of "Delete": After recalling the registered user details, press "Delete".
In case of "Change": After recalling the registered user details, re-enter
personal data and press "Change".
2-3. Select "Import"
Import the user data from external file. (page 24)
Select the csv file where the user data is preserved.
*About Data formats, refer to "Export" section.
Import user data format is as follows.
User ID : maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters
Name : maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters
Password : maximum of 10 digits
(optional)
Date of Birth : yyyy/mm/dd format
September 24th, 1973
1973/09/24
The date format is different than the format listed on
page 21
Gender : 1.Male 2.Female
Body type : 0 : Standard mode 2 : Athletic mode
Height (cm) : 90-249.9
Note
Example

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2-4. Select "Export"
Export the user data.
Select a destination file for the user data.
Export user data format is as follows.
User ID
Name
Password
Blank when not registered
Date of Birth: yyyy/mm/dd format
September 24th, 1973
1973/09/24
Gender : 1.Male 2.Female
Body type: 0.Standard mode 2.Athletic mode
Height (cm) : 90-249.9
Example
Database Management Settings
Setting methods (continued)
•eMain Menu. • eSave changes and return. • eReturn without saving
BackOKQuit
3. Select "Output Measurement Result"
Input user ID, user name or measurement date and press "Search".
*If you search without inputting any data, all stored measurement results are
displayed.
*If you enter multiple criteria, the data is displayed to meet all search requests.
After selecting the data, press "CSV Output".
4. Select "Data Backup"
Backup all data.
Select a destination file for backup.

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Taking a measurement Single Measurement a(Gray Arrow) : One step flow (Enter detail first) a(Black Arrow) : Two step flow (Measure body weight first)
Measurement
body weight
Step on with bare feet
Enter clothes weight
“Clothes Weight (PT)”
Enter detail first
Select
"Body Composition"
Wait a few moments
Measurement body composition
View the
measurement results
Correct measurement posture
<Child>
<Adult>
Check Information and
"Start Measurement"
Input personal data
* Body type Athletic mode :Page 30
* Target BF % : Page 30
Measurement
body weight
Step on with bare feet
Wait a few moments
Enter clothes weight
(0-10.0kg)
Clothes Weight (PT)
"Registered User"
Check Information and
"Start Measurement"
"Enter Detail First"
Enter Detail First

Step on with bare feet.
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1Select "New User Registration"
2Input User ID, name and all personal information and press
"Register"
ID : Enter a maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters.
Duplicate ID numbers are not acceptable.
Name : Enter a maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters.
Date of Birth : Input date of birth in "day / month / year" format.
September 24th, 1973
24 09 2010
Date of birth can be registered after 1900.
User 100 years old or older is measured as 99 year old.
Gender : Select gender.
Body Type : Select Standard mode / Athletic mode.
*Athletic mode ( page 30)
Height : Acceptable Range 90.0-249.9cm.
Password : Enter a maximum of 10 digit number.
Password is optional.
After entering all items, press "Register"
Note
Note
Note
Example
Note
Taking a measurement New User Registration Taking a measurement Registered User
1Select "Registerd User"
2Input user ID and Password
Password is optional.
Note
3Check Information and "Start
Measurement"

Overview
The components of the body composition
* 18 - 99 years only estimated value
** Protein and the rest estimated value
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Detail
Measurement results are compared with the
following value
* This is available only if you set the target BF %
** This is available only "Registered User" measurement
Taking a measurement Measurement Result
Weight Measured weight
Fat mass
FFM
Fat Free Mass is comprised of muscle,
bone, tissue, water, and all other fat
free mass in the body
Bone mass * Bone mineral amount included in the
entire bone
Muscle mass Bone free lean tissue mass (LTM)
Protein ** Muscle contains many proteins
Total Body Water
(TBW)
Total Body Water is the amount of
water retained in the body
Extracellular Water
(ECW)
This water outside the cells, mainly
composed of interstitial fluid and
blood plasma.
Intracellular Water
(ICW)
This is the water located inside of the
cell
Desirable
The standard value is for the Standard
mode. In the case of the Athletic
mode, the standard value is just a
reference
Target * Predicted weight and fat mass are
displayed according to set target BF %
Previous ** Displays difference between the
previous result
Initial ** Displays difference between the very
first result
Total weight of fat mass in the body
Segmental Analysis
Segmental measurement results are compared with the
average value
* 18 - 99 years only
•Inaccurate results may be reported after excessive food/fluid intake, or after periods of intense
exercise.
•When Clothes weight is input, Clothes weight is subtracted from the weight measurements.
Note
Athletic Mode
•Recommended for those who are 18 years old or older and meet the following conditions to
select ”Athletic Mode”.
-People who carry out 12 hours or more of cardio vascular exercise a week exercise for 12 hours or
more per a week.
-People who belong to a sport team or a sport organization with the aim of participation in
competition, etc.
-People who are professional athletes.
•The posture when measuring
-Stand with both feet parallel on the electrodes.
-Stand without bending knees.
•The age input range is 5 – 99 years old.
Input age 99 for those who are 100 years old or older.
Taking a measurement
General Instructions for Measurement Body Composition
•Before you start a weight management program and set the appropriate personal body fat %,
please consult your doctor. Tanita is not responsible for setting the appropriate target body fat
% for specific individuals.
Target Body Fat
Attention
•When the equipment has been transferred to any location where there is a temperature difference
of 20˚C or more, wait for at least two hours before taking a measurement.

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Body Balance
[Body Fat Distribution]
The ratio of upper to lower body fat is
calculated, and plotted against average
healthy values for gender and age.
Body Balance
[Physique Rating]
Gives a rating for the user's body type
taking into account the proportions of fat
and muscle in their body.
Result History
Displays the measurement result trends.
* This is available only "Registered User" measurement
View The selected data is displayed
Delete The selected data is deleted
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BMR / VFR / TBW
Body Balance
[Leg Muscle Score]
A score is given to the user's physical
condition, and plotted against average
healthy values for gender and age. The
score is based on the user's leg muscle mass
divided by their body weight. e.g. a healthy
20-25 year old should achieve a score of 100.
Body Balance
[Muscle Mass Balance]
Compares muscle mass in the left side of
the body with that in the right side.
Taking a measurement Measurement Result (continued)
BMR
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the
amount of energy the body consumes
in a 24 hour period, when at total rest.
Visceral fat rating
Harmful fat that collects in the internal
abdominal cavity, surrounding the vital
organs.
Total Body Water Total Body Water (TBW) is the amount
of water retained in the body
ECW / TBW The percentage of extracellular water
in relation to the total body water.

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Product Specification
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Model number
Accuracy Grade
Impedance
measurement
Weight
measurement
Usage
conditions
Power source
Electric current range
Measurement System
Measurement Frequency
Measurement Current
Electrode Materials
Measurement Part
Measurement Range
Accuracy at First Calibration
Measurement System
Maximum Capacity
Minimum Graduation
Accuracy at First Calibration
Display
Interface
Temperature range
Relative humidity
Product weight
Product size
MC-980MA
MDD : CLASS IIa
NAWI : CLASS III
230V AC (50/60Hz)
0.3A
Multi-Frequency 8 Electrode
1kHz/5kHz/50kHz/250kHz/500kHz /1000kHz
90µA or less
Feet : Stainless steel / Handgrips : plated
Whole body/Right arm/Left arm/Right leg/Left leg
75.0 - 1,500.0Ω(0.1Ωincrements)
±2%
Strain Gauge Load Cell
300kg (Including Preset tare value)
0.1kg
±0.2kg
10.4" TFT color LCD touch panel
USB A-type connector (USB host) x3
USB B-type connector (Device ) x1
LAN Port x1
Audio Plug (Mic-in, Line-out)
5 – 35ºC
30-80% (without condensation)
Platform
Product
Platform size: 450 x 490 Height 65 mm
Height 1240 mm
33kg
Model number
Input
items
Single
measurement
Clothes Weight
Serial No.
Gender
Body Type
Age
Height
Target Body fat %
Registered
user
Clothes Weight
User ID
MC-980MA
0 - 10.0kg (0.1kg increments)
maximum 16 digits
Female / Male
Standard / Athletic*1
5 - 99 years
90.0 - 249.9cm (0.1cm increments)
4-55%(1% increment)
0 - 10.0kg (0.1kg increments)
maximum 16 alphanumeric characters
maximum 16 alphanumeric characters
After 1900 (dd / mm / yyyy format)
Name
Female / Male
Date of Birth
Standard / Athletic *1
Gender
90.0 - 249.9cm (0.1cm increments)
Body Type
4-55%(1% increments)
Height
within 10 digits
Target Body fat %
maximum 16 alphanumeric characters
Password
Serial Number
Name
Gender
Body Type
Age
Height
Clothes Weight
Date and Time
maximum 16 alphanumeric characters
Female / Male
Standard / Athletic *1
5 - 99 years
90.0 - 249.9cm (0.1cm increments)
0 - 10.0kg (0.1kg increments)
(dd / mm / yyyy hh:mm format)
0 - 300.0kg (0.1kg increments)
1.0 - 75.0% (0.1% increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1 increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1kg increments)
12 - 90
1 - 59 (1 increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1% increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1kg increments)
(0.1% increments)
(0.1kg increments)
-4 - +4 (1 increments)
(0.1% increments)
(0.1kg increments)
-4 - +4 (1 increments)
Reactance / Resistance / Phase Angle
Output
items
Whole
Body
Analysis
Weight
Fat %
Fat Mass
FFM
Muscle Mass
BMI
Bone Mass
Protein (estimated)
(1kcal / 1kJ increments)
Metabolic Age*2
Basal Metabolic Rate
BMR graph*2
Visceral Fat Rating*2
Visceral Fat graph*2
TBW
TBW %
ECW*2
ICW*2
ECW / TBW*2
ECW / TBW graph*2
Muscle Mass
Muscle Mass Rating*2
Fat %
Fat Mass
Fat Rating*2
Segmental
Analysis
Physique Rating*2
Muscle Mass Balance*
2
Leg Muscle Score*2
Body Fat Distribution*2
Result History
Body
Balance
Evaluation
Bioelectrical dataOthers
*1 Athletic mode can be selected only 18-99 years old
*2 18-99 years

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This product meets the following requirements ;
1. Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments (2009/23/EC)
2. Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC)
Safety Standard : EN60601-1
IEC60601-1
EMC Standard : EN60601-1-2
IEC60601-1-2