can I use this out of the box or do I have to calibrate? are there instructions how to calibrate
1023068
Out of box. There are instructions for calibration, but you need to buy a sound level calibrator.
814581
Did you calibrate it? You need to have or make a calibration sample at the correct temp and then adjust it. Mine was right on out of the box but they do vary
92107
Calibrating does, indeed, help, and it's really easy to do (just follow the on-screen instructions).Out of the box, my kit was about 20% off from reality (on a 10K run, it was only showing 8K traveled). I used the local high school track to calibrate the kit by doing a measured 400m lap around the track, and now I'm within 1.25% of accurate measurement which is good enough for me (it's still showing on the low side). This last weekend's 5 mile race shows up as 4.94 miles on nikeplus.com, but that's good enough for me. Hope this helps you.
1171277
call customer service # in your book, sounds like you need to re calibrate it. LOL Get ready take to a gym, you need like 300 lbs of weight to calibrate.
8862
I checked the users guide and do not see any information about calibration of the unit. There is a support number you can call.
1074585
Very easy to use. Bought my first one a few weeks ago and love it. Mine actually came calibrated. Used a few drops or RO to test to make sure reading at zero and was good to go. .
1528191
No special calibration is needed. As far as what tools to use, there should be instructions with your kit about the installation process.
60802
I do not believe this unit required calibration. I checked it against some 1 to 4 oz letters I had and it registered correctly. I have used this for up to 13 oz, including flats, and have sent a lot of mail using it. So far, no issues. Good unit for the price.
2254735
I can only speak for the one I received as the short directions didn't mention specific requirements for calibrating.It was only after I first attempted to calibrate that I became aware of this. I pushed the buttons according to the directions. A few seconds after it started a self-check, the screen flashed '1000.0g', which of course I didn't have. I did have a total of 1000.0g in a set of inexpensive calibration weights but I couldn't add them to the scale fast enough and the calibration was off accordingly.I did purchase on Amazon a single inexpensive non-certified 1000.0g calibration weight for $16.00 and it worked perfectly.I hope this helps you out. I can only speak for the one I received as the short directions didn't mention specific requirements for calibrating.It was only after I first attempted to calibrate that I became aware of this. I pushed the buttons according to the directions. A few seconds after it started a self-check, the screen flashed '1000.0g', which of course I didn't have. I did have a total of 1000.0g in a set of inexpensive calibration weights but I couldn't add them to the scale fast enough and the calibration was off accordingly.I did purchase on Amazon a single inexpensive non-certified 1000.0g... » Read More I can only speak for the one I received as the short directions didn't mention specific requirements for calibrating.It was only after I first attempted to calibrate that I became aware of this. I pushed the buttons according to the directions. A few seconds after it started a self-check, the screen flashed '1000.0g', which of course I didn't have. I did have a total of 1000.0g in a set of inexpensive calibration weights but I couldn't add them to the scale fast enough and the calibration was off accordingly.I did purchase on Amazon a single inexpensive non-certified 1000.0g calibration weight for $16.00 and it worked perfectly.I hope this helps you out. « Show Less
747432
I did not calibrate it except to test against another thermometer. It was right on. No adjusting is possible to the reading.
1139835
I agree with DBroncos spending the dough on getting this model calibrated is a joke. If you're scared you may not know how to calibrate properly just copy settings from this thread. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1019763
310520
It is factory calibrated at the time of manufacture. If you need current calibration that must be done when purchased. Some retailers offer calibration for an extra fee or you can send it out to your local calibration shop.
901297
You do have to calibrate it and it's not easy to do. Mine finally calibrated and then broke after it fell due to the poor monting .
794110
the calibration packet I ordered never made it here so I was unable to calibrate it unfortunately and that is likely the problem....I thought that they may be also calibrated from the factory so I did not worry when my calibration packet didn't come but I guess they must not calibrate at the manufacturing place?
1338709
Sorry Scott, I can't. I only know there is no uniform calibrating of meters - and therefore they are all different. After trying 3 - I found, for me, the Freestyle Lite to be the most accurate. My daughter uses One Touch - and her readings come in high too.
620099
This tv requires no calibration-make sure you are not running it in "theater mode" If you still want to calibrate it, go online to PC Magazine and look for HDTV calibration settings . Its free and explains all of the settings. Also check out Cnet.
2257254
Sir, check in the manual if the machine has calibration features. Check for the cables and accessories as well..