Use Instructions
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See "Environmental limits" on page 70 for advice on the optimum
conditions for storing and using the PeriCoach kit.
Other items you will need
In addition to the PeriCoach kit, you will need a Smartphone running the
Android or iOS operating system. The PeriCoach App is installed on the
Smartphone system and enables you to choose an exercise program, and
then to display and record pelvic muscle contractions during an exercise
session.
Other items you might want to consider
A power adapter
Purpose: although you can charge the PeriCoach probe by connecting it to
a PC (see "Maintaining power" on page 60), you might find it more
convenient to charge it from regular mains power. For this you will need a
power adapter with a USB socket. (This is not provided in the PeriCoach
kit.)
A computer with a spare USB port
Purpose: provides an additional way of charging the PeriCoach probe (see
"Maintaining power" on page 60). You might also find it easier to view
your exercise history on a larger screen than that offered by a Smartphone.
(Your exercise details are automatically updated to a secure website that
can be accessed by any web browser.)
Minimum Smartphone requirements
Bluetooth
The PeriCoach probe and the Smartphone that records your exercises
communicate using Bluetooth wireless communication. Your Smartphone
must offer Bluetooth as a communication option.
On some phones, tapping Settings on the home screen displays a list of
features, one of which will be wireless and network options. Bluetooth
should be listed as an option as shown in Figure 2.