Garmin Canada AMP231 Monitor/Recorder User Manual USER GUIDE AMP231 Activity Monitoring System Rev0B

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Features

Objective and accurate calculations of step count, activity class, distance, speed, and

caloric expenditure.

LCD screen displays immediate information and feedback.

Wireless download to your computer using ANT, the worldwide 2.4-GHz radio frequency.*

Breakdown of daily or weekly activity into 10-minute intervals.*

Versatile text output for further analysis of data.*

*Available with AMP USB Stick and AMP Ware

Components

The AMP 231 Monitoring System offers valid, objective activity data in real time display and

stores this data for further analysis. The system includes the monitoring pod, ankle sleeve,

USB stick, AMP Ware application and documentation.

AMP Activity Monitoring Pod

The pod is the central device that monitors, records, and displays activity data. It features

an easy-to-use four-button interface and a large LCD screen to provide immediate feedback.

AMP Ankle Sleeve

Made from washable, medical-grade, hypoallergenic materials, the comfortable sleeve

stabilizes the pod on the ankle for optimal measurements.

AMP USB Stick

The small USB stick uses the ANT wireless communication protocol to upload the data from

the pod to your computer.

AMP Ware

The AMP Ware software application controls the data uploads to your computer. The data

is formatted in a comma delimited text file for easy import into your preferred analysis

software.

AMP Documentation

The AMP Activity Monitoring System is supported by this User Guide, the AMP Quick Start

Guide, the Help files included on your AMP Ware CD, and information on the Dynastream

website (www.dynastream.com).

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AMP Activity Monitoring Pod

The AMP Activity Monitoring Pod is the central device that monitors, records, and displays

daily activity.

Power On and Off

To turn the pod on or off, hold down the UP button for 2 seconds. AMP displays briefly as

the monitor powers up before moving to the three main modes. Note that the pod can be

turned off only when there is no active monitoring session. Powering off the pod will not

erase previously collected data.

Modes

The SETUP mode allows you to configure your AMP Activity Monitoring Pod.

Use the TRIAL mode to manage a monitoring session. Data collected during a monitoring

session includes the amount of time spent in each of three activity classes (Inactive, Active,

and Locomotion), number of steps taken, caloric expenditure, distance traveled, and

locomotion speed.

Use the DATA mode to manage the collected data. View activity measurements from

previous days, upload data to your computer, or clear the collected data.

Basic Navigation

To navigate the menus on your AMP Activity Monitoring Pod:

Use the arrow buttons to navigate through the menus and to adjust settings up or down.

Use the OK button to choose a mode (SETUP, TRIAL, DATA) or a menu item (under each

mode). The OK button is also used to accept and save a change. Changes are shown as

flashing text.

Press BACK to return to the previous menu level without saving changes.

Menus

Setup

Date/time and user information must be entered before starting a trial. Once the monitor is

powered on, press the arrow buttons to scroll to SETUP mode. Press OK to enter the SETUP

mode to customize your pod. Use the arrow buttons to change settings. Press OK to accept

a setting and move to the next setting. You can also use the arrow buttons to move directly

to specific settings.

Clock

Set the current date and time in 24-hour format.

User Information

Enter settings for the user, including the gender, weight, height, birthday, and name/ID

(optional). Weight and height can be entered in either metric or imperial measure.

Display

The LCD display can be set to ON or OFF to enable or hide viewing of data during a trial.

Viewable data includes the elapsed time since start of trial, number of steps, caloric

expenditure, distance travelled, locomotion speed, and current time. If the Display setting is

turned off, only the elapsed time (ELAP) and current time (CLOCK) screens are available.

Elapsed time is displayed in hours, minutes and seconds (hh:mm:ss) until ten hours; after

ten hours, elapsed time is displayed in days and hours (0D10).

Sleep Mode

During a trial, the LCD goes into sleep mode after five minutes without a button press. From

sleep mode, the first button press will simply “wake up” the monitor; the press will not be

recognized as UP/DOWN/BACK/OK. If a trial is not running, the pod will shut down after

five minutes without a button press.

Trial

Use the TRIAL mode to gather activity data. The pod records the elapsed time since start of

trial, number of steps, energy expenditure, distance, and speed. Initially elapsed time is

displayed in hours, minutes and seconds (hh:mm:ss); after ten hours elapsed time is

displayed in days and hours (0D10). The pod also records the amount of time spent in each

of three activity classes (Inactive, Active, and Locomotion). Activity-class data is available in

the downloaded *.csv file.

Start Trial

Use START to begin a monitoring session. The device must be properly configured (see

SETUP mode) before starting a trial. Starting a session with the Display setting turned on

makes the session data available for viewing; use the toggle buttons to scroll through data

types. If the Display setting is turned off, only the elapsed time (ELAP) and current time

(CLOCK) screens are available.

Stop Trial

Use STOP to end a monitoring session. Once started, a trial will continue until STOP is

pressed. The pod will not power off until a trial is stopped.

View Trial

Use the VIEW menu to view updated data for the current monitoring session. This menu is

automatically entered when a new session is started. If you have backed out to a different

menu, navigate to VIEW and press OK to return to viewing the current session data. Use the

arrow buttons to navigate through the viewable data.

Data

Use the DATA mode to view, upload, and erase user data. Further analysis of data may be

performed after downloading it to your computer.

View

View data from previous days gathered during a monitoring session.

Clear

Erase data gathered during a monitoring session.

Upload

Upload data to your computer via the AMP USB Stick. The UPLD display flashes until the

upload is complete. If the pod is unable to find the USB Stick after 30 seconds, the upload

will be cancelled. Data cannot be uploaded until the AMP USB Stick drivers and the AMP

Ware application are installed and running properly. For further instructions, see Using AMP

Ware, page xx.

AMP Ankle Sleeve

The ankle sleeve is used to position the pod on the user’s ankle. The pod is inserted nose

down into the pocket on the ankle sleeve. The sleeve is placed around the user’s ankle with

the pod to the back of the ankle and the pocket facing up. The strap should be tightened so

the sleeve fits snugly, but comfortably. The firm fit is required to prevent the sleeve from

sliding or side-to-side motion.

Ankle sleeves are available in three sizes to fit children age 6 to adults.

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Taking Care of Your AMP Activity Monitoring Pod and Ankle Sleeve

The pod should be stored with the battery removed (see Replacing the Battery, below, for

instructions on removing the battery). The ankle sleeve can be washed in warm water with

a mild detergent and hung to dry.

Replacing the Battery

The pod uses one AAA battery, which is estimated to last more than seven days. When the

battery is low, the battery icon will flash. As the battery gets weaker, the icon will turn solid.

Power off the monitor before replacing the battery. The battery hatch is located on the flat

end of the pod and can be opened by turning the cap counter-clockwise with a coin. Insert

the battery with the positive end first. Data collected to this point will not be lost. However,

date and time settings must be updated before a new session is started.

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AMP USB Stick and AMP Ware

The AMP USB Stick enables the AMP Activity Monitoring Pod to wirelessly upload data to

your computer using the supplied AMP Ware application.

Use the accompanying AMP 231 CD to install the AMP USB Stick drivers and the AMP Ware

application.

Computer System Requirements

Computer type PC with USB port and CD-Rom

Operating system

Windows® 2000, Windows ® XP

Processor speed Minimum Pentium 266

Available RAM 64 MB

Available hard disk space 100 MB

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Using AMP Ware

Follow the basic installation instructions to install the AMP USB Stick drivers and AMP

Ware.

When AMP Ware is launched, the following session information screen will appear. The

User ID# and Trial ID# fields must be filled in prior to data transfer. All other fields are

optional. Optional fields are saved as notes in the data file. With the appropriate fields filled

in, ensure that the USB stick into an available USB port on your computer, set the AMP

Activity Monitoring Pod to the upload mode (see Data – Upload, page xx), and click on

Download to begin the data transfer.

Trial Data

Trial data is downloaded to a comma delimited text file (*.csv). The file includes the

optional information entered through the AMP Ware application; the user information

entered when configuring the pod; the totals of the data measurements viewed on the pod;

and time spent in each of the three activity classes as calculated by the pod.

Data File

The following chart details the data fields of a downloaded *.csv file.

DATA ELEMENT

(TEXT STRING APPEARS IN

FILE)

DATA FORMAT NOTES

Subject ID Alphanumeric string

Max length =

Required data, obtained through

AMP Ware application.

Subject Notes Alphanumeric string

Max length =

Data is optional.

Trial ID Alphanumeric string

Max length =

Required data, obtained through

AMP Ware application.

Trial Notes Alphanumeric string

Max length =

Data is optional, obtained

through AMP Ware.

Supervisor Alphanumeric string

Max length =

Data is optional, obtained

through AMP Ware.

Pod Name Alphanumeric string

Length = 3

Data is optional, obtained from

the pod.

Name Alphanumeric string

Max length =

Data is optional, obtained

through AMP Ware, format is

First Name+#+Last Name.

Height Alphanumeric string (?)

Imperial or Metric?

Required data, obtained from

Activity Monitoring Pod.

Weight Alphanumeric string (?)

Imperial or Metric?

Required data, obtained from

pod.

Gender Alphanumeric string

Length = 1

Required data, obtained from

pod, either “M” or “F”.

Birthday Alphanumeric string

Max length = 10

Required data, obtained from

pod, format is day/month/year,

no zero padding

Etc.

Formatted: All caps

Formatted: Not Highlight

AMPWare Version AFW0.002

SW Version AFG0.030+0000

HW Version 3.4

Start time Time in class

Date Time of Day Inactive Active Locomotion Total Cal Total Steps

Locomotion Steps Total Distance Locomotion Distance Locomotion Ave

Speed Notes

Activity Classes

Every second of the monitoring session is classified into one of three activity classes:

Inactive, Active, and Locomotion.

Inactive Class

Time spent sitting, lying, or standing still is accumulated into the Inactive Class. To be

classified as Inactive the wearer must not take any steps for at least 20 seconds.

Active Class

Time spent "up and about" is accumulated into the Active Class. Typical indoor movement

activities in the Active class are preparing a meal, cleaning the house, or short trips around

the office.

Locomotion Class

Time spent "walking somewhere" is accumulated into the Locomotion Class. The wearer

must take at least 20 consecutive steps for the activity to register in the Locomotion Class.

Examples include going for a walk, walking in a shopping mall, or walking across a parking

lot. Speed is calculated for locomotion within this class.

FAQS

How do I know if the pod is collecting data?

· The flashing clock icon at the bottom of the screen on the pod flashes during data

collection. If this icon is flashing, then you know data are being collected. If this icon is not

visible then the pod is not collecting data.

· The pod shows the elapsed time since the start of the trial. Initially elapsed time is

displayed in minutes and seconds (mm:ss), then hours and minutes (hh:mm), then days

and hours (e.g. 3d04 for three days and four hours).

How do I stop data collection?

· Use STOP under the TRIAL menu.

If I accidentally press a button during data collection, will it affect the data or stop the trial?

· No, button presses will navigate through menus/data; only STOP under the TRIAL

menu will stop the trial.

Can the pod be worn in the shower, in the rain, or in the bath?

· The AMP pod is tested to 1 atm for 24 hours so it will not be damaged by showering

or bathing, although the ankle sleeve may be uncomfortable when wet.

What happens if the battery runs out during data collection?

· If the battery has run out, the pod display will be blank. The data collected before the

battery ran out is still saved in the pod. To download the data, replace the battery as

instructed in Section 2.2, then upload the data as usual.

· Always replace used batteries immediately.

· Use a fresh battery for each 7-day trial.

Once I have collected data, can I wait to download it until later?

· Yes, the data is saved on the pod until it is cleared.

Once I have downloaded data from the pod, can I download it again later?

· Yes, however, you cannot start a new trial until the data is cleared off the pod.

Why can’t I install the USB drivers and AMP Ware application?

· In order to install new hardware you need to have administrator privileges on the

computer. If you are working on an institutional computer you may not have the necessary

permissions. In order to install the drivers you may need to contact the IT coordinator.

AMP Ware Error Messages

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Troubleshooting

AMP Activity Monitoring Pod and Ankle Sleeve

Possible Problem #1

Solution

Possible Problem #2

Solution

Etc. …

AMP USB Stick and AMP Ware

Possible Problem #1

During downloading, the AMP Link can’t connect with the pod (“No Connection” message).

Solution

Ensure that the pod is in the upload mode (displays UPLD). Follow the tips below for

“Connection lost” during downloading.

Possible Problem #2

During downloading, the pod establishes a connection but then the connection is lost during

downloading (“Connection lost” message).

Solution

Move the pod closer to the link.

Make sure that there are no other pods nearby in upload mode.

Turn off other sources of RF such as cell phones or PDAs, and move the link away from the

computer monitor.

Try downloading again.

Additional help can be found on-line at www.dynastream.com.

Warranty

Warranty blurb to come…

Specifications and Regulatory Information

Size (max dimensions): 73 x 41 x 25 mm (L x W x H)

Weight: 35 g

Strap: Detachable elastic ankle strap, 320-520 mm (L)

Power: Single user-replaceable AAA battery

Battery life: Minimum 1 week of constant use

Storage temp: -40°C to +85°C

Operating temp: -10°C to +40°C

User-interface: 4-button LCD screen

Water resistance: 1 ATM for 24 hrs

Available data and accuracy: Step Count: > 98%

Speed and distance: > 95%

Time in Activity Classes (Inactive, Active, Locomotion)

Caloric expenditure

RF frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz / Dynastream ANT protocol

Communication range: > 1 m (receiver dependent)

Regulatory compliance: FCC, IC, and CE ready

FCC Compliance

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.

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 radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the product warranty and the user’s authority to operate this equipment under

Part 15 regulations.

Garmin Canada AMP231 Monitor/Recorder User Manual USER GUIDE AMP231 Activity Monitoring System Rev0B

DynaStream Innovations Inc. Monitor/Recorder USER GUIDE AMP231 Activity Monitoring System Rev0B

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