FAQ / Trouble­shooting

seca mBCA 554/555 and secaTRU

"seca myAnalytics" and "seca analytics 125"

Before Start-up

seca mBCA 554/555 and secaTRU

Before Start-up

Can I turn off the scale?

The scale does not have an off switch and can only be switched off by unplugging it.

Where can I find the serial number (SN) of my scale?

There is a sticker on the back of the display. On this sticker there is the lettering "SN", which consists of a number starting with "100000..." is provided. The last 6 digits are necessary for effective service.

Alternatively, the serial number can also be found on a large sticker on the left side panel of the ground platform.

How can I connect my scales to a WLAN?

You can find instructions here.

How can I connect my scale via LAN connection?

The LAN connection is always prioritized over WLAN by the scales. All you have to do is plug in the LAN cable and the scale will connect automatically.
If this does not happen, please check the device to see if the "Access Point" is turned off. (To check if the access point is turned off, click on the three lines at the bottom of the display -> Network -> The menu item Access Point should be greyed out / light grey)

How do I know if the scale is successfully connected to the Internet?

If there is a dark gray Wi-Fi or LAN sign (three connected small squares) in the upper right corner of the display, the scale is successfully connected. If only one gear is visible, the access point must be turned off (to check if the access point is turned off, click on the three lines at the bottom of the display -> Network -> The Access Point menu item should be grayed out / light gray).

How do I calibrate the length measurement?

To do this, you will need the calibration rod integrated in the scope of delivery (size: 81.5 cm; weight: 0.4 kg). Start the calibration without weight (To do this, click on: three lines at the bottom of the display -> 1x down -> Length measurement -> calibration -> click "Start" without the weight on the scale. Please note that there is really nothing on the scales – not even the calibration rod.). The display shows a green check mark and then a picture of the scale with calibration rod. Now place the calibration rod in the middle of the ground platform. The scale now completes the calibration on its own and should display 81.5 cm and 0.40 kg. (Slight deviations are fine)

How can I set the language of the scale?

Do these steps on the display.

Click on three lines at the bottom of the display -> down 1x -> voice guidance -> language -select > appropriate language

How can I adjust the volume of the scale?

Do these steps on the display.

Click on three lines at the bottom of the display -> down 1x -> voice guidance -> volume -select > desired volume

What are the circumstances that influence a BIA measurement?

In general, it can be said that customers/patients with electrical devices in the body (e.g. pacemakers) should not be measured with the seca scale. This means that devices such as blood pressure monitors or blood glucose meters should either be turned off or taken off. This is purely a precautionary measure so as not to damage the equipment. Purely metallic devices (e.g. TEPs) have no influence on the measurement or the health of your patient/customer. There is also a chapter on this topic in the instructions for use.

No measurements allowed:     

  • Pacemaker
  • active prostheses (with electronics)

Measurements allowed:

  • TEP ("Coiling")
  • Stents
  • Blood glucose meter (turned off or taken off)
  • Blood pressure monitor (turned off or taken off)
  • Prostheses

Which age groups can be measured and evaluated with the scale?

All persons over the age of 5 can be measured with the scale (>= 130cm). However, the evaluation of all possible measurement parameters offered is only possible for persons in the age group of 5 to 85 years, as there are no comparison groups for the calculation for the other age groups.

Can I easily change the location of the device?

If you want to change the location of your seca scale, please first carefully remove all plugs from the device, otherwise the plugs or the device may be damaged. The scale has small rollers at the back of the floor platform. By tilting them, these can be used and the location can be changed slightly.

"seca myAnalytics" and "seca analytics 125"

Before Start-up

As a trainer/doctor/admin, how do I create a patient/student member in "seca analytics 125"?

On the start page of "seca analytics 125", the "Create new patient/customer" field must be used. Once the fields of the form have been filled in and saved, the patient/customer appears in "Patient (customer) management" and can be edited by clicking on the three dots in the line of the created patient/customer. Access for the patient/customer is granted by using the "Access via seca myAnalytics" function. The e-mail sent must be processed within 24 hours, otherwise the process must be repeated.

Important: If an integration is used, the patients/student members are created via the respective partners (e.g. for Egym via the trainer app). You then log in to the seca scale by scanning the chip and take a measurement. Once this has been successfully sent, a user is automatically created in "seca myAnalytics". Access must still be granted to the customer by e-mail.

How can I load my company/practice logo into "seca analytics 125"?

Open the menu via the three dashes at the top left. Click on "Administration" and then on "Select PDF logo". Now upload your logo in PNG format and with an aspect ratio of 4:1.

What is the difference between the two applications?

The patient/study member has access to their own measurements via "seca myAnalytics" and can manage their own account.
The trainer/doctor has access to all measurements via "seca analytics 125", can create users and patients/study members and assign measurements to them. In general, the administrative work is carried out in this area.

How do I create a trainer/doctor/admin in "seca analytics 125"?

Click on the three dashes at the top left. Under the menu item "Administration" you will get to "User administration". All existing users appear there. The "Add new user" button can now be used to create a new user. It must always be ensured that an administrator (synonymous with doctor and trainer) has a tick next to "User" and "Administrator", as otherwise no data can be edited. After saving, the system automatically sends an e-mail to the specified e-mail address. This must be processed within the next 24 hours, otherwise the process must be repeated.

Device / Software in Operation

seca mBCA 554/555 and secaTRU

Device / Software in Operation

Where can I find the serial number (SN) of my scale?

There is a sticker on the back of the display. On this sticker there is the lettering "SN", which consists of a number starting with "100000..." is provided. The last 6 digits are necessary for effective service.

Alternatively, the serial number can also be found on a large sticker on the left side panel of the ground platform.

How can I connect my scales to a WLAN?

You can find instructions here

How can I connect my scales via a new or different LAN connection?

The LAN connection is always prioritised by the scale compared to WLAN. All you have to do is plug in the LAN cable and the scale will connect automatically.
If this does not happen, please check on the device whether the "Access Point" is switched off. (To check whether the access point is switched off, click on the three lines at the bottom of the display -> Network -> The Access point menu item should be greyed out / light grey)

How do I know if the scale is successfully connected to the Internet?

If there is a dark gray Wi-Fi or LAN sign (three connected small squares) in the upper right corner of the display, the scale is successfully connected. If only one gear is visible, the access point must be turned off (to check if the access point is turned off, click on the three lines at the bottom of the display -> Network -> The Access Point menu item should be grayed out / light gray).

How do I calibrate the length measurement?

To do this, you will need the calibration rod integrated in the scope of delivery (size: 81.5 cm; weight: 0.4 kg). Start the calibration without weight (To do this, click on: three lines at the bottom of the display -> 1x down -> Length measurement -> calibration -> click "Start" without the weight on the scale. Please note that there is really nothing on the scales – not even the calibration rod.). The display shows a green check mark and then a picture of the scale with calibration rod. Now place the calibration rod in the middle of the ground platform. The scale now completes the calibration on its own and should display 81.5 cm and 0.40 kg. (Slight deviations are fine)

How can I set the language of the scale?

Do these steps on the display.

Click on three lines at the bottom of the display -> down 1x -> voice guidance -> language -select > appropriate language

How can I adjust the volume of the scale?

Do these steps on the display.

Click on three lines at the bottom of the display -> down 1x -> voice guidance -> volume -select > desired volume

What are the circumstances that influence a BIA measurement?

In general, it can be said that customers/patients with electrical devices in the body (e.g. pacemakers) should not be measured with the seca scale. This means that devices such as blood pressure monitors or blood glucose meters should either be turned off or taken off. This is purely a precautionary measure so as not to damage the equipment. Purely metallic devices (e.g. TEPs) have no influence on the measurement or the health of your patient/customer. There is also a chapter on this topic in the instructions for use.

No measurements allowed:     

  • Pacemaker
  • active prostheses (with electronics)

Measurements allowed:

  • TEP ("Coiling")
  • Stents
  • Blood glucose meter (turned off or taken off)
  • Blood pressure monitor (turned off or taken off)
  • Prostheses

How do I get firmware updates?

You don't have to worry about firmware updates. Due to cloud usage, these run in the background.

How often does the device need to be serviced?

We recommend that you carry out a technical inspection every 2 years.

Can the device be protected from unauthorized use by means of a PIN lock?

This feature does not currently exist.

Which age groups can be measured and evaluated with the scale?

All persons over the age of 5 can be measured with the scale (>= 130cm). However, the evaluation of all possible measurement parameters offered is only possible for persons in the age group of 5 to 85 years, as there are no comparison groups for the calculation for the other age groups.

How can I prevent the configuration of the device from being changed by third parties?

You can prevent third parties from changing the configurations of your seca scale by permanently clicking on three lines at the bottom of the display. Don't stop until a menu pops up. In this menu, please select "Basic". Now the configurations can no longer be edited by third parties. To undo this setting, you need to repeat the procedure described and select "Expert". Then the configurations can be edited again.

Which grip position do I choose?

The person being measured should be as relaxed and relaxed as possible. The muscles should not be cramped or tense. Choose the handles in such a way that these specifications are adhered to. According to subjective perception, the handles should be chosen on which the grip is easier and more comfortable.

How do I measure the waist circumference correctly?

The waist circumference is measured with a tape measure at the narrowest point between the lower costal arch and a point 2 finger-width above the belly button

What does "PT" mean on the display and what do I use it for?

The field "PT" stands for "Pre Tara" and can be used to subtract a predefined weight value (e.g. 0.5 kg for sportswear) from the weight measurement. It is freely selectable and can be changed at any time and also set back to 0 kg.

"seca myAnalytics" and "seca analytics 125"

Device / Software in Operation

How can I log in?

As a patient/student member:
Please open www.secacloud.com/guest/login and select "seca myAnalytics" in the top right-hand corner. Please log in with your e-mail address and password.

As a trainer/doctor/admin:
Please open www.secacloud.com/guest/login and select "seca analytics 125" in the top right-hand corner. Login with tenant ID, user name and password.

I have forgotten my login details. What can I do?

If the password has been forgotten, simply use the "Forgot password" button and fill in the fields provided. This method can also be used if the user name has been forgotten, as the user name is also sent after the password has been reset. If you have forgotten the e-mail address or the "external Tenant-ID", seca Service must be contacted. Patients/customers must have selected "myAnalytics" and trainers/doctors/admins must have selected "analytics 125" (described in "How can I log in").

How do I create a trainer/doctor/admin in "seca analytics 125"?

Click on the three dashes at the top left. Under the menu item "Administration" you will get to "User administration". All existing users appear there. The "Add new user" button can now be used to create a new user. It must always be ensured that an administrator (synonymous with doctor and trainer) has a tick next to "User" and "Administrator", as otherwise no data can be edited. After saving, the system automatically sends an e-mail to the specified e-mail address. This must be processed within the next 24 hours, otherwise the process must be repeated.

As a trainer/doctor/admin, how do I create a patient/student member in "seca analytics 125"?

On the start page of "seca analytics 125", the "Create new patient/customer" field must be used. Once the fields of the form have been filled in and saved, the patient/customer appears in "Patient (customer) management" and can be edited by clicking on the three dots in the line of the created patient/customer. Access for the patient/customer is granted by using the "Access via seca myAnalytics" function. The e-mail sent must be processed within 24 hours, otherwise the process must be repeated.

Important: If an integration is used, the patients/student members are created via the respective partners (e.g. for Egym via the trainer app). You then log in to the seca scale by scanning the chip and take a measurement. Once this has been successfully sent, a user is automatically created in "seca myAnalytics". Access must still be granted to the customer by e-mail.

How can I change the e-mail address of the patient/student member?

The patient must log in to www.secacloud.com/guest/login with their email address and password. The email address can then be changed via the account settings. This step can only be carried out by the patient/customer themselves and not by the studio/practice.

How can I change the e-mail address of the trainer/doctor/admin?

Log in to www.secacloud.com/guest/login with your Tenant ID, user name and password. Open the menu via the three dashes at the top left. Click on "Administration" and select "User administration". Search for the desired user and click on the three dots on the right. Then select "Edit" and change the e-mail address. A confirmation e-mail will then be sent automatically, which is valid for 24 hours.

Important: Patient/student member mails can only be changed by the respective person themselves!

How can I load my company/practice logo into "seca analytics 125"?

Open the menu via the three dashes at the top left. Click on "Administration" and then on "Select PDF logo". Now upload your logo in PNG format and with an aspect ratio of 4:1.

How do I change or transfer the IDPs (identification number, to be found under names) of patients/customers in "seca analytics 125"?

1st option
The patient created must be searched for via the "Patient (customer) administration". After clicking on the three dots on the right-hand side of the line of the name with the IDP to be changed, the item "Change IDP" can be selected. Here you can transfer the old IDP (e.g. from the lost wristband or the old account) to the new one (new wristband or new account). To do this, the new IDP must be entered under "Search for patient/customer" and the other self-explanatory steps must be completed. Once this process has been completed, only the desired IDP will exist; the old one does not need to be deleted separately.

2nd option (assign individual measurements)
The "List of all measurements" can be called up. The patient/student member who has stored the measurement on the IDP to be changed must be searched for. After clicking on their name, the measurements are listed. The old measurements that are to be assigned to the new IDP can be changed by clicking on the three dots and selecting "Edit". In the window that opens, click on the pencil next to the name and select "Assign measurement to another patient/client" to change the IDP.

Important: For measurements with integration (e.g. Egym, Hector, etc.), the data of the old and new results can only be compared in "seca analytics 125". Transfer to the integration partner is no longer possible after 24 hours from the measurement.

Can I change the selection parameter display in "seca analytics 125"?

Under the menu item "List of all measurements" and after calling up any measurement, trainers/doctors/admins can select the presentation of the results from a drop-down menu with predefined selection parameters (set to "all selection parameters" by default). These predefined parameters cannot be edited. The "Create new selection parameter" function contained in the drop-down menu, which is listed last, allows you to create your own representations. The individual parameter tiles can be moved on the PC. This also determines their displayed position in the PDF intended for a printout. It is not possible to reposition the parameter tiles on a smartphone or tablet.

Important: When creating an evaluation module, individual measurements and progress measurements must always be ticked off, as this does not happen automatically. An evaluation module is only valid for the logged-in account. This means that customers cannot access the evaluation modules created by the admin (or vice versa), but must create the appropriate module themselves.

After Operation / Measurement

seca mBCA 554/555 and secaTRU

After Operation / Measurement

Can I turn off the scale?

The scale does not have an off switch and can only be switched off by unplugging it.

Where can I find the serial number (SN) of my scale?

There is a sticker on the back of the display. On this sticker there is the lettering "SN", which consists of a number starting with "100000..." is provided. The last 6 digits are necessary for effective service.

Alternatively, the serial number can also be found on a large sticker on the left side panel of the ground platform.

How do I clean the scale correctly?

Use an alcohol-based detergent (e.g. 70% ethanol). Be careful not to create "puddles" or excessive moisture.

How do I get firmware updates?

You don't have to worry about firmware updates. Due to cloud usage, these run in the background.

How often does the device need to be serviced?

We recommend that you carry out a technical inspection every 2 years.

Can the device be protected from unauthorized use by means of a PIN lock?

This feature does not currently exist.

How can I prevent the configuration of the device from being changed by third parties?

You can prevent third parties from changing the configurations of your seca scale by permanently clicking on three lines at the bottom of the display. Don't stop until a menu pops up. In this menu, please select "Basic". Now the configurations can no longer be edited by third parties. To undo this setting, you need to repeat the procedure described and select "Expert". Then the configurations can be edited again.

Can I easily change the location of the device?

If you want to change the location of your seca scale, please first carefully remove all plugs from the device, otherwise the plugs or the device may be damaged. The scale has small rollers at the back of the floor platform. By tilting them, these can be used and the location can be changed slightly.

How do I measure the waist circumference correctly?

The waist circumference is measured with a tape measure at the narrowest point between the lower costal arch and a point 2 finger-width above the belly button.

What does "PT" mean on the display and what do I use it for?

The field "PT" stands for "Pre Tara" and can be used to subtract a predefined weight value (e.g. 0.5 kg for sportswear) from the weight measurement. It is freely selectable and can be changed at any time and also set back to 0 kg.

"seca myAnalytics" and "seca analytics 125"

After Operation / Measurement

How can I change the e-mail address of the patient/student member?

The patient must log in to www.secacloud.com/guest/login with their email address and password. The email address can then be changed via the account settings. This step can only be carried out by the patient/customer themselves and not by the studio/practice.

How can I change the e-mail address of the trainer/doctor/admin?

Log in to www.secacloud.com/guest/login with your Tenant ID, user name and password. Open the menu via the three dashes at the top left. Click on "Administration" and select "User administration". Search for the desired user and click on the three dots on the right. Then select "Edit" and change the e-mail address. A confirmation e-mail will then be sent automatically, which is valid for 24 hours.

Important: Patient/student member mails can only be changed by the respective person themselves!

How do I change or transfer the IDPs (identification number, to be found under names) of patients/customers in "seca analytics 125"?

1st option
The patient created must be searched for via the "Patient (customer) administration". After clicking on the three dots on the right-hand side of the line of the name with the IDP to be changed, the item "Change IDP" can be selected. Here you can transfer the old IDP (e.g. from the lost wristband or the old account) to the new one (new wristband or new account). To do this, the new IDP must be entered under "Search for patient/customer" and the other self-explanatory steps must be completed. Once this process has been completed, only the desired IDP will exist; the old one does not need to be deleted separately.

2nd option (assign individual measurements)
The "List of all measurements" can be called up. The patient/student member who has stored the measurement on the IDP to be changed must be searched for. After clicking on their name, the measurements are listed. The old measurements that are to be assigned to the new IDP can be changed by clicking on the three dots and selecting "Edit". In the window that opens, click on the pencil next to the name and select "Assign measurement to another patient/client" to change the IDP.

Important: For measurements with integration (e.g. Egym, Hector, etc.), the data of the old and new results can only be compared in "seca analytics 125". Transfer to the integration partner is no longer possible after 24 hours from the measurement.