Did anyone else have problems getting readings right away after taking it out of the box and removing the tab over the battery?
1634263
I didn't have any problems. Really like the little scale - great to take when traveling.
1634264
No, I had no problem. You do need to change to LBS as the preset is in something else but the scale worked right away.
1634265
Yes, mine didn't work at all and I even got a new battery and still no good, am about to return it.
520837
Try removing the batteries, and leave them out for a couple of hours before putting them back in. It is possible there is a static buildup on the sensor. I had a similar problem with a desktop scanner, and performing a power cycle solved the problem. Other than that contact VuPoint tech support.
32513
I have only used the instrument a couple of time -- months ago. I do remember checking my cell phone and got a low reading. Don't know how accurate, or what reading would be normal.
265867
Have you removed the tabs from the battery compartment? If not, take off the top of the light to access and remove the tabs. I had this same issue :-)
1282876
I have found mine to be very accurate. Perhaps you did get a defective one and should ask for it to be replaced.
777732
I was getting that at first as well, a lot. It has to do with timing. Now I put the test strip in first, let it start cycling. Prick and get a blood droplet ready. Once you see the drop symbol flashing on the meter then add your blood to the strip gently, just enough to fill the little groove. Then it'll give you a reading.
212892
Maybe it needs a new battery. Mine starts reading immediately. Then takes about 3 seconds to find your exact weight.
1823107
I've found that it can be very temperamental and if the sensor and pick-up are not close enough together or lined up properly then it will not give you a reading. But with occasional small adjustments mine works every time.
2184620
I just received mine too and didn't get any light either until I took out the batteries and removed the paper inside!
558205
I had issues with mine for a while, I would always have to get on at least twice! The first always gave me a much higher reading, the second was usually correct. I has now straighted out. hope it stays that way.
1931382
Take the battery out of the thermometer and re-install it install a new battery. If it doesn't clear the problem, get a replacement.
324471
I can't guess what is wrong. But I can tell you that I do not use it anymore because I found it to be totally unreliable. More often than not, I could not get a reading at all. I replaced it with the Omron HR210 which does a much better job.
952163
Hey Thanks man, I will sure try this if I get problems with next unit, I should receve it sometime next week. To be honest I feel like naked without my GPS ...lol
265871
did you pull the little tab out? There's a tab that needs to be taken out to activate--something to keep the light from working while in the box...HTH
1085214
Did you test it using a new pair of fresh batteries? Maybe the installed ones are not good (even if they came as new with the scale). Hope this helps
1182319
Like others said pull the paper tab out. It took mine two days of full sunlight to work. I don't recall putting in any batteries, but next time I have to add tablets to it, I'll check. Peal the plastic coating off the solar panel! That might help!
1017628
Point to the head and click the button should read right away. On the elderly I find it takes a few seconds longer. If you are having an issue with the time change your batteries. If still having trouble, exchange your unit. Just because it is a good unit doesn't mean there isn't a dud in a batch. Hope this helps