counts steps, computes distance and estimates calories data can be accumulated over several sessions or reset to zero clips onto waistband or belt warranty:  1 year Item 1-5 units 6+ units Ship Wt.    PED2 $28.50 $26.50 8 oz.- shipping chart

Instructions for Using the Clicker:

The activity monitor or "clicker" is a hybrid pedometer, the most accurate and reliable of a number of units that have been tested by an independent research organization.  It automatically records every step you take, which we refer to as "clicks."  Although it underestimates the distance traveled when you jog, based on your average stride length, it overestimates the distance when you take small steps around your house or office.  So it all balances out and produces a highly accurate estimate of your total activity.  

Complete the table below to personalize it to your particular weight and stride length:

1. Enter your goal weight.  for some, this may be your current weight. 

2. Enter the length of a measured distance in feet (ideally 100 ft., but at least 50 ft.)

3. Enter the number of steps it took for you to walk this distance at a normal pace.

4. Enter Your stride length (Divide #2 by #3 (Divide distance by steps taken.)

5. Calories you'll burn per mile Multiply #1 by 0.67 (Multiply goal weight by .067)

6. Clicks to walk one mile Divide 5,280 by #4 (Divide 5,280 by stride length)

7. Clicks to burn one calorie Divide #6 by #5 (Divide clicks/mile by calories/mile)

8. Average daily clicks needed to live at your goal weight (Multiply #6 by 4.5)

9. Average clicks to accelerate fat loss without losing lean (Multiply #8 by 1.5)

How To Wear the Clicker:

We recommend you put on the clicker when you first get up in the morning and wear it all day long.  at the end of the day, record the number of clicks you accumulated and press reset button, which will set clicks back to "0".

Some people have found they can wear it on their underclothes throughout the day as long as it fits snugly against their body.  Most commonly, the unit will be attached to your belt, slacks, skirt or warm-ups approximately in line with the scam (belt) on your slacks or the center of your kneecap and parallel to the ground.  (illustration included in guide that ships with the clicker).  It will not give you accurate readings if it is tilted to one side or the other.  Where you should wear it will be dictated by where it works best.  Try out different positions along the waist, counting the number of steps you take and comparing that number of steps to what the clicker actually reads. Remember, put it on first and reset it just before you start walking.  But if it constantly reads the same amount high or low, you can calculate how much it is off and apply this percentage correction factor to your total at the end of the day.  If you want closer sensitivity, open it by inserting a coin into the slot on the bottom and twist to open.  With a very small screwdriver, loosen the two small screws at the bottom.  Then slightly turn the white pinion (it meshes into the small teeth.)  Turn clockwise for more sensitivity to count more clicks, and counter clockwise when your clicker registers too many clicks.  Tighten the screws and test the accuracy by above method.

Checking your clicker periodically throughout the day will give you a constant stream of feedback on how you are doing relative to living at goal weight. At times when you don't want to, or can't, wear the unit (swimming, cycling, weight lifting, aerobics, etc.), refer to the chart included with the unit to find the activity in which you are participating.  Then simply multiply the number of minutes in which you engaged in the activity times the equivalent clicks per minute as indicated on the chart.  If an activity is not on the list, you can get close enough by finding the one (s) most similar to it on the table and estimating its value.

Replacing the battery:

Although the battery life is approximately two years, it may be getting weak if the display becomes dim, fades from view or will not count when shaken.  Insert a coin into the slot on the bottom and twist to open it up.  Before replacing the battery, open the case, remove the battery and check the contacts.  With a pen, slightly raise the two metal prongs underneath the battery to allow better contact.  Also, bend the "C" shaped prongs on the side of the battery compartment inward.  Screw the cover back into place.  If necessary, replace the old battery with an A-76 photo battery insuring that the "+" side is up. 

Helpful Hints:

If the clicker gets wet, open it up, remove the battery and blow dry the inside mechanism.  Replace the battery.  When not wearing a belt it is a good idea to safety pin the clicker to your clothing to prevent it from falling off.  Also, it is a good idea to label the inside of the unit with your telephone number in case you lose it.  Take care when attaching or removing the clicker from your belt or clothes to prevent the clip from wearing out and breaking;  it should last you many years.