For an easy and accurate self-measurement of your blood pressure with your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch

In The Box:

• Withings Blood Pressure Monitor
• Four AAA alkaline (LR3) cells (already inserted)
• User manual
• Connectivity

As easy as 1-2-3

Wrap the Blood Pressure Monitor around your arm and plug it into your iOS device. Based on your doctor’s advice, select either the single measurement mode or the 3-measures in a row mode in order to get a mean average. At the end of the measurement, the full results, including the systolic, diastolic blood pressure and BPM, are saved on your iOS device, so you don't have to worry about manually updating your health overview from day to day.

Your graphs at your fingertips

Browse, zoom, get simple averages of all your blood pressure data in a single place. Access your stats on your iPhone, iPad or iPod, as well as on your private account, at home or in your office, on Mac or PC. Your data is safely backed up so you will never lose your history.

Stay in sync with your doctor

It is recommended that you take your blood pressure measurements at home in a relaxed environment.We have made it incredibly easy to share your results with your doctor. Push a button in the Withings App to send a recap email and seek professional advice.

Readings, dates and time of day.

It is important to keep track of the time of day when the reading was taken. The Withings app provides tools for visualizing your morning and afternoon readings separately. Hence, you only compare what needs to be compared.

Personal Health Records

If you use Microsoft HealthVault or one of our partners, you can activate synchronization so that all your Health records are in a single place. This is Health 2.0.

Instructional Videos by Withing Blood Pressure Monitor
Introduction and Tips
Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - Working with the iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch click here to start video	Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - App tip #1 How to create an account click here to start video
Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - App tip #2 How to lock with code click here to start video	Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - App tip #3 How to share your data click here to start video
Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - App tip #4 Browsing your graphs click here to start video	Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - App tip #5 Setting a reminder click here to start video
Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - App tip #6 Setting a periodical click here to start video	Withings Blood Pressure Monitor - Demo click here to start video

Measurement

• Cuff oscillometric method
• Measurement range (pressure): 0 to 285mmHg
• Accuracy (pressure): ±3 mmHg or 2% of reading
• Measurement range (heart rate): from 40 to 180 beats per minute
• Accuracy (heart rate): 5% of reading
• Cuff circumference: fits arm circumferences 22 to 42cm (9 to 17 in)
• Automatic inflation / Controlled release

Connectivity

• Connection through the iPhone, iPad or iPod touch connector

Minimum configuration

• iPhone 2G, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPad, iPad 2, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPod touch 3rd generation, iPod touch 4th generation.
• iOS 3 or higher

Certifications

• Europe: Certified EC medical
• USA: FDA approved (510(k)) as a class II device
• Canada: Medical Device Licence (class 2 device)
• Australia and New Zealand : TGA (class IIa)
• ESH (European Society of Hypertension) test protocol validated

Operating and storage conditions

• Temperature range when in use: from 10°C to 40°C. 15 to 90% RH.
• Storage and transport conditions : -20 to 60°C. 10 to 95% RH.

Dimensions and Weight

• Length: 150 mm
• Width: 140 mm
• Height: 100 mm
• Weight: 600g (without batteries)

Withings

• Free iOS application available from the App Store: compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch
• Languages available: French and English, German, Spanish, Italian
• Create a free and secure account

What do I need to use my blood pressure monitor?
To install your blood pressure monitor, plug it into the connector of your iOS Device. Then follow the instructions and install the free Withings application. Afterwards the application will be launched automatically each time you plug in the blood pressure monitor.

How can I make my measurements available to my doctor?
If you would like to share your readings with your doctor there are several possibilities: - You can simply show him the results recorded by the Withings application on your iOS Device.
- You can send them from the Withings application (from the "Settings" page by selecting "Sharing" and then "Send my blood pressure data by email").
- You can access your account on the Withings site from any computer with Internet access.
- You can create a public URL. You will find this URL in the "Sharing" section and then "Post on the web" in your dashboard. After enabling this function, you simply need to send the URL to your doctor.

If my measurements are online, can anyone access them?
No, all of your measurements are displayed in your score chart, protected by a personal password You can share this with whoever you wish.

Do I need to pay to use the Withings blood pressure monitor?
No, you do not need to subscribe to use the monitor. All online services offered by Withings are included within the purchase price of the monitor.

Can several people use the same Withings blood pressure monitor?
Yes, you can use the Withings application to monitor the blood pressure of several people. All you need to do is add the users to your account in the application and then choose the desired user before each reading.

Can you use the blood pressure monitor with several iPhones, iPads or iPod Touches?
Yes, you can use your blood pressure monitor with as many different iPhones, iPads or iPod Touches as you wish. All you need to do is install the Withings application on each device.

I am not really a technophile. Is it easy to install?
The set up of the Withings blood pressure is very simple. The first time you will plug it to your unlocked iOS Device, a pop up will ask you if you wish to download the free Withings application. Once the app is installed, it will automatically launch every time you plug in the blood pressure monitor. You can start the measurement with the flick of the hand, and it will be saved automatically.

How accurate is the Withings Blood Pressure Monitor?
In order to ensure its accuracy, the Withings blood pressure monitor has obtained ESH certification (European Society of Hypertension). The ESH international protocol compares results of the Withings device with those of a mercury manometer. The results are processed and analysed in order to guarantee the medical reliability of the blood pressure monitor. The Withings blood pressure monitor has also obtained EC medical certification (Europe) as well as FDA approval (USA) and is registered on the list of blood pressure monitoring devices of the AFSSAPS (Agence Française de Sécurité Sanitaire des Produits de Santé) the French regulatory agency for medical devices. The Withings blood pressure monitor is accurate within ±3 mmHg for arterial pressure and ±5% for pulse.

What does "MFI" mean?
The phrase "MFi" means that the monitor has been designed to be fully compatible with iPhone, iPad and the iPod touch.

I want to store my product. Are there special precautions to take?
Yes. It is advisable to remove the batteries from the product and keep your blood pressure monitor in a clean , dry place at a temperature between 10°C and 40°C.

Is self measurement advisable for everyone?
You should ask your doctor this question, as he knows you best. It is extremely easy to measure blood pressure, and most people can do it. However, some overly “nervous” people become concerned and measure their blood pressure too often. You should also be aware that if your heart beats irregularly (arrhythmia) or your arm is too big (excess weight or muscle) or too small (which is the case with some women or children), measurements will not be accurate. In this case, do not measure your blood pressure yourself. If you have any doubts, please ask your doctor.

What are the causes of hypertension?
There are several causes of hypertension:
- Age: arterial pressure increases naturally with age.
- Gender: men's arterial pressure is higher than that of women up to 50 years of age.
- Heredity: There is a genetic predisposition to hypertension.
- Food: Excess consumption of salt, alcohol and coffee are causes of hypertension.
Weight: there is a strong correlation between the body mass index and arterial pressure.

How can I reduce my blood pressure?
There are many ways of reducing your blood pressure.
Please consult your doctor to find the best solution for you. Here are a few tips:
- Reduce your salt consumption
- Exercise regularly
- Give up smoking

What is hypertension?
The heart, veins and arteries make up the cardio-vascular system. It comprises blood vessels: the veins and arteries through which the blood is pumped by the heart/. Like any liquid flowing through a pipe, blood thus exerts pressure on the walls of arteries and veins. When the pressure is too high, the arteries age too quickly and the heart is required to beat harder. It also ages more quickly. The cardiovascular system is then in danger.

Hypertension and excess weight : Why should I watch my weight?
Excess weight and hypertension tire the heart, meaning it can no longer pump the blood efficiently. These factors can lead to heart disease. Consequently it is very important for people suffering with hypertension to watch their weight. Why should you check your blood pressure at home?
Your blood pressure can vary throughout the day and depending on your activity.. Thus, your blood pressure at rest is not the same as after physical effort. This is why it is not always easy to measure your arterial pressure. One or two measurements taken at different times are not enough to properly define your arterial pressure. It is preferable to take numerous measurements. It is in your interest to carry out a large number of measurements.
Self checking of arterial pressure is useful when monitoring your health:
- To help your doctor recognises whether or not you have hypertension.
- To assess the efficacy of your treatment and check whether your blood pressure is sufficiently under control.

When and how should you take your blood pressure?
Blood pressure should be taken in the morning, before breakfast (before taking any medication) or in the evening before going to bed.

In the morning and evening, repeat 3 times at one minute intervals. There is no point in measuring your arterial pressure at other times of the day. These additional measurements would unnecessarily complicate your doctor’s analysis.

The Withings blood pressure monitor automatically detects and sorts your measurements depending on the time they were taken. It also calculates the average of your three measurements, to give the most representative result.

How should I put the armband on?
- Sit down comfortably
- Rest for around five minutes
- Wrap the inflatable band around your arm, about 2 cm. above the elbow
- The aluminum tube should be on top of your arm
- Place your arm on a table at heart level. It should be slightly flexed
- Once properly installed, begin the measurement. While inflating and deflating the armband, stay still and relaxed

What are the symptoms?
Arteries transport oxygen throughout the body, from the brain to the legs. When blood pressure is too high, arteries in all these organs wear out more quickly. This invisible wear and tear can manifest itself in the form of an accident. There are numerous and serious risks : hypertension can cause myocardial infarction (heart attack), chest angina, cerebral vascular disorders, liver failure, cardiac arrest and arteris in the lower extremities.

My results appear to be abnormal – what should I do?
If your results do not fall within recommended limits, show them to your doctor who will make a precise diagnosis.

What are the recommended values?
Your doctor is best placed to tell you whether your pressure is satisfactory or not.
At home, arterial pressure should be below 135/85 mmHg to be considered normal. These norms have been defined by experts such as The French Hypertension Society and the National Health Accreditation and Evaluation Agency.

What do I need to do to use my Withings Blood Pressure Monitor?
Once you have unpacked your blood pressure monitor, connect it to your unlocked iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
A window will open and prompt you to download the free Withings app. Select "Yes" to download the application.
Once it is installed, the Withings application will automatically be launched each time you plug in your blood pressure monitor. (With iOS versions prior to 4.2, you will need to launch the application manually).

How do I measure my blood pressure?
Once you have plugged in the monitor, instructions on how to take a blood pressure reading will be displayed automatically.
After browsing them by selecting "next", the measurement screen is displayed. To take a measurement, press "Start"

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How do I create my Withings account?
Once you have plugged in the monitor, the measurement screen is displayed automatically.
After you have taken the first reading, press "OK"

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The account creation screen will be displayed. Select "Create a Withings account" and fill in the required fields to create your profile.
Once you have created your account, your name will appear at the top of the measurement screen and your data will automatically be saved in the application and your online dashboard.

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How can I associate several users with my Withings account?
On the measurement screen, press on the icon to display the user selection screen.

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Select "+" at the bottom of the screen to create a new user profile. You can choose the user from the screen above before each measurement.

How can I consult my blood pressure curves?
After you have taken a reading, press "OK". Switch your iPhone over to landscape mode and your blood pressure curve will appear.

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How can I share my data with friends and family or my doctor?
After measuring your blood pressure, press "OK". The results screen will appear.

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Press the preferences icon and then select "Sharing".

Press "Send my blood pressure data by email" and then enter the recipient's email address.
The "Extended" field offers you the choice of sending your measurements for the last 7 days, 3 months or all of your data.

You can also attach a .csv file in Excel format.