Not in company FAQ: The display started blinking recently. Does that mean a) needs calibration b) battery low c) fried?
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FROM HM DIGITAL: There is no functionality nor warning that causes the display to start blinking. It's possible you may need new batteries, but it's also possible the meter may have been damaged or it's defective. If you think the meter may be defective, please return it to us for a free replacement.
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Don't worry about it not shutting off people. The display itself has almost no drain on the battery. It is the memory that stores your data that is the culprit. If your battery is lasting less than 6 months then change brands. I have had mine (two of them) for over a year and have only replaced the battery once. Its a great device and works fantastic. Enjoy it and don't get so hung up on the battery, or if the unit "turns off"
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I have a similar issue. Although it worked fine on Christmas day, batteries lasted for 4 hours only. Put a second set in later the same day. Screen has been flickering ever since. Yesterday, tried to turn it on and blank screen. It is still working as you can tap the screen and it moves on, however, nothing can be seen. After and 10 minutes, it seems to come on but it seems like there is a loose connection in the display. And when connecting via the USB connection, it is not recognising the unit. My problem is that I purchased the unit in US while on a business trip, but live in Ireland! I am going to contact Vtech in the UK to see if they can help. I have a similar issue. Although it worked fine on Christmas day, batteries lasted for 4 hours only. Put a second set in later the same day. Screen has been flickering ever since. Yesterday, tried to turn it on and blank screen. It is still working as you can tap the screen and it moves on, however, nothing can be seen. After and 10 minutes, it seems to come on but it seems like there is a loose connection in the display. And when connecting via the USB connection, it is not recognising the unit. My problem is that I purchased the unit in US while on a business trip, but live in Ireland! I... » Read More I have a similar issue. Although it worked fine on Christmas day, batteries lasted for 4 hours only. Put a second set in later the same day. Screen has been flickering ever since. Yesterday, tried to turn it on and blank screen. It is still working as you can tap the screen and it moves on, however, nothing can be seen. After and 10 minutes, it seems to come on but it seems like there is a loose connection in the display. And when connecting via the USB connection, it is not recognising the unit. My problem is that I purchased the unit in US while on a business trip, but live in Ireland! I am going to contact Vtech in the UK to see if they can help. « Show Less
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We had the same problem after a month. I took it back and got a new one. I am hoping maybe we all got lemons, because I otherwise love this monitor.
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That indicates that it's charging. It will blink faster as it gets closer to fully charged. It will stay solid green once it reaches about 4.2 volts.
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It means the battery has an error. I'm trying to see how to fix the battery with other chargers. I tried draining it with a flashlight then charging it again. It worked, and was able to charge completely, but then the blinked came back.
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As I recall, the display turned off after a short time period. However, I never did get the device to work properly, so I can't go back and check at this point.
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I've never seen that on my display before. Change batteries maybe? Sounds to me to be a bad unit. I dont know of a reset button. But you can test it with boiling water. Maybe the manufacturer can help you. They may know how to reset it.
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Lights on- standby. Flickering- charging flash. Blink fast- no battery. Blink faster and faster- that 4 cell group is dying (needs replacement soon). Remember to REMOVE the batteries when not in use for a week or more as the unit does drain the batteries even when not connected (.03mah)
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holonalu fixed the problem by replacing the battery. The iGaging Absolute should have a low battery symbol in the display or no display at all if the battery is going dead. Good to know that low battery can cause other problems will have to watch for that.
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On mine, what is "normal" is that there are black LCD segment digits on a blue background for about 15 seconds. IMO, seeing nothing at all on the display is not normal.
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Did you put the battery in? The meter on mine quit working after a year or so but unless you record your mileages and times ii's no big deal at least to me. Otherwise call the company and request a new monitor
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Did the unit blink when you installed the battery? If not, the battery isn't installed correctly.
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From all I can tell, he red light is supposed to be solid when charging. If flashing, it could indicate a charging error (bad/defective battery), or a faulty charger. I would suspect the battery first. Good luck.
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Yes, but the battery doesn't need changed. The display is not dim like it says it would be if it needed changed. I got a new one, so do you know where I can find amazons return policy?
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I was able to replace my battery. But right now its always blinking on one bar. It seems to be charging now though so I will be patient and let it charge. Hope fully bars will return. When its charging the bars blink right? Mine doesn't do that anymore. @Richard L How did it strip the battery case?
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That is odd. Did you let it sit for a while? I remember blinking lights for sometime before the constant green light came on.I'd contact Amazon or the manufacturer to see if you can exchange it. Personally, I love mine and even gave one to my best friend for her birthday.