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Pedometer with Pulse Meter
Model: PE326PM
USER MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting an Oregon Scientific™
pedometer (PE326PM).
Keep this manual handy as you use your new
product. It contains practical step-by-step
instructions as well as technical specifications and
warnings you should know about.
KEY FEATURES
FRONT VIEW
1. Pulse meter: Insert finger to measure pulse
rate
2. COVER RELEASE: Press to open
protective cover
3. Battery compartment
INTERIOR
1. MODE: Toggles between STEP, DIST /
TIMER and CAL / TIMER
2. ST / SP: Starts / Stops timer
3. : Turns backlight on
4. Motion Sensitivity switch: Increases or
decreases unit sensitivity
5. LCD
6. : Press to enter PULSE mode
7. RESET / : Resets display mode values to
zero, increases value in settings
8. Belt clip
LCD
1. Displays when in PULSE mode
2. Displays when batteries are low
3. Displays when calories are shown
4. Displays when timer is running
5. AM / PM for 12 hour format
6. Indicating mode displayed:
•STEP displays the number of steps taken
and the clock
•DIST / TIMER displays the distance
traveled and the count-up timer
•CAL / TIMER displays the approximate
number of calories expended and the count-
up timer
7. Distance in Km or Mile
8. Weight in Kg or Lbs
9. Displays when in Timer Mode
10. Stride in Cm or Inches
GETTING STARTED
INSULATION TAPE
Before using the device, pull out the insulation
tape underneath the battery cover.
NOTE The unit will not work until the tape is
pulled out.
BATTERIES
To change the batteries:
1. Gently press and pull the battery
compartment door.
2. Insert 2 x LR44 size 1.5V batteries or
equivalent.
3. Replace the battery compartment door.
NOTE Protect the environment by taking
exhausted batteries to authorized disposal
stations.
Shows when batteries are low.
To open the cover:
Holding the pedometer upright, grasp the clip with
one hand and press the COVER RELEASE
button with the other.
CLOCK
1. Press MODE until the STEP mode is
displayed.
2. Press and hold MODE for two seconds. The
12-hour value will flash. Press RESET /
to select between 12 hour and 24 hour
format.
2. Press MODE, the “hour” digits will flash.
3. Press RESET / to alter hour value. Press
and hold to increase the value rapidly.
4. Press MODE to confirm the change and
move on to the next setting.
5. Repeat 3, 4 to complete setting minute and
second values.
ADJUSTING THE SETTINGS
DISTANCE AND CALORIES
Total distance = steps taken x average step
length. Measuring distance correctly depends on
setting the correct average length of individual
stride.
Precise calories expended calculations require
taking into account many factors. The PE326PM
uses body weight and the number of steps taken
to give a good estimate.
To set stride length and body weight:
1. In DIST / TIMER or CAL / TIMER mode
press and hold MODE for two seconds to
enter STRIDE / WEIGHT display. The stride
numbers will flash.
2. Press RESET / until the desired length of
stride is selected (30 to 150cm or 11 to 60
inches).
3. Press MODE, the weight numbers will flash.
4. Press RESET / until desired weight
setting is reached (30-150kg or 65-340lbs).
5. Press MODE to confirm and exit.
TIP Individual stride-length varies. Input an
appropriate length for an average stride. To
determine length of stride walk 10 paces and
divide distance traveled by 10.
NOTE To make the unit more or less sensitive to
motion, reposition the motion sensitivity switch. To
determine the proper amount of motion sensitivity,
experiment with different settings.
MOTION SENSITIVITY
Follow these important procedures to adjust
the Motion Sensitivity and ensure accurate
readings:
1. Correctly position and attached the unit to a
belt or waistband.
2. Reset step counter to zero.
3. Walk at a normal pace; take at least 100
steps.
4. Adjust sensitivity switch if walking speed
changes. Repeat steps 2-4 until accurate
reading is obtained.
The following conditions may cause incorrect
reading of steps taken:
1. Uneven walking pace, such as walking in
crowded areas or on uneven floor.
2. Frequent up and down movements, such as
standing up and/or sitting down; running,
jumping, going up and down stairs etc.
USING THE PEDOMETER
COUNT-UP TIMER
The count-up timer will start from zero and count
to a maximum time of 99 hours, 59 minutes, and
59 seconds (99:59’59”)
1. In DIST / TIMER or CAL / TIMER mode
press ST / SP to start the timer.
2. Press ST / SP again to stop the timer.
To reset the timer to zero, press RESET / in
DIST / TIMER or CAL / TIMER mode.
TO VIEW VALUES
To view steps taken, distance traveled and
calories expended:
Press MODE to enter the desired mode.
To reset the values, press RESET / in STEP
mode.
NOTE The total distance and calories expended
will be cleared along with the total steps.
MEASURING PULSE RATE
The built-in Pulse meter provides an easy way to
measure your pulse rate while working out.
A person’s pulse rate indicates the number of
times that the heart beats within a given amount
of time. This unit attempts to calculate
approximately how many times a heart will beat in
one minute.
Insert your finger loosely into the Pulse meter on
the outside of the unit.
1. Press
to enter PULSE mode. The
symbol will flash while pulse is measured.
2. The pedometer will return to previous mode
a few seconds after finger is removed.
Alternatively, press to exit PULSE mode.
PULSE RATE TROUBLESHOOTING
If you cannot get a reading or think yours is not
correct, follow these tips to ensure accurate
measurements:
•Cold fingertips and chill air can affect the
measurement. You may need to warm your
hands before you start.
•The sensor is sensitive to light sources.
Cover the entire sensor area with your
fingertip to block all light.
•Gently touch the pulse sensor; do not press
hard.
•Keep still and calm during measurement.
Moving about can affect the reading.
Wait the proper amount of time: measurements
can take 6-12 seconds depending on the stability
of the signals received.
FITNESS TIPS
To keep fit, it generally takes a person weighing
60kg to walk 10,000 steps to burn approximately
300 calories. The following diagram will give you
some basic reference to the calorie consumption
for people of various weights.
WARNINGS
This product is designed to give you years of
service if handled properly. Observe the following
guidelines:
•Clean the unit with a slightly damp cloth and
mild detergent.
•Never immerse the unit in water. This can
cause electrical shock and damage the unit.
•Do not subject the main unit to extreme
force, shock, or fluctuations in temperature
or humidity.
•Do not tamper with the internal
components. Doing so will terminate the
unit’s warranty and may cause damage.
The unit contains no user-serviceable parts.
•Do not mix new and old batteries or
batteries of different types.
•Do not use rechargeable batteries with this
product.
•Remove the batteries if storing this product
for a long period of time.
•Do not scratch the LCD.
•Read this instruction manual thoroughly
before operating the unit.
•Do not dispose this product as unsorted
municipal waste. Collection of such waste
separately for special treatment is
necessary.
The contents of this user manual and technical
specifications are subject to change without
further notice. Images not drawn to scale. The
manufacturer and its suppliers hold no
responsibility to you or any other person for any
damage expenses, lost profits or any other claim
that arose by using this product.
SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE DESCRIPTION
Operating
modes STEP, DIST / TIMER, CAL /
TIMER
Real time clock 12 hour / 24 hour option with
hour / minute / second
display
Step counter 0 to 99,999 steps
Distance
traveled 0 to 999.99 km
(0 to 999.99 miles)
Count up timer 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59
seconds
Stride distance 30 to 150 cm
(11 to 60 inches)
Calorie 0.1 to 9999.9 kcal
Weight range 30 to 150 kg (60 to 340 lbs)
Pulse range 40 to 206 bpm
Operating temp -10 to 40 °C (14 to 104 °F)
Storage temp -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F)
Batteries 2 x LR44 1.5V
Battery life 1 year
Product size
(L x W x H) 64 x 33 x 40 mm
(2.52 x 1.30 x 1.58 inches)
Weight 33.0 g (1.16 ounces)
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EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this
pedometer (model PE326PM) is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of EMC directive 89 / 336 / CE and
LVD directive 73 / 23 / EC.
A copy of the signed and dated Declaration of
Conformity is available on request via our Oregon
Scientific Customer Service.
