Automatic BP Monitor

by Omron

Product Features

• Designed to provide accurate blood pressure readings at home
• IntelliSense monitor inflates cuff to the ideal level with each use. The cable / cord can be found connected to the cuff band
• Large digital panel displays blood pressure and pulse readings
• Cuff fits arms 9 to 13 inches in circumference
• Main unit measures 4.75 x 3.375 x 5.625 inches (WxHxD)

Product Description

Size: Standard Cuff

Amazon.com Product Description

The Omron HEM-712C Automatic Blood Monitor with IntelliSense is one of the best-selling upper-arm blood pressure monitors. This monitor is incredibly easy to use -- simply wrap the cuff around your arm and press start. In seconds, your blood pressure and pulse readings are displayed on the large digital panel. Proven time and time again, Omron's IntelliSense technology ensures accurate, clinically-proven, and comfortable readings.

The Omron HEM-712C delivers accurate, clinically-proven blood pressure readings in the comfort of your own home. View larger.

To take an accurate reading, first position the green marker directly over the artery on the inside of your arm.

Next, place your arm on a table so the cuff is positioned at the same level as your heart.

Instructions for Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitors
There are several easy steps to taking your blood pressure with this monitor. First of all, avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm, and sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Slide your left arm through the cuff and position the cuff approximately 0.5-inches above the elbow. On the cuff you'll notice a green marker; position this marker directly over the artery on the inside of your arm. Next, secure the cuff with the Velcro material. The cuff should make direct contact with your skin, but you should be able to easily fit your index finger between the cuff and your arm.

Place your arm on a table so that the cuff is positioned at the same level as your heart. Rest comfortably in a relaxed environment for at least 15 minutes prior to taking your blood pressure measurement. Once you feel relaxed, simply press the start button and remain still. The cuff will begin to inflate and numbers will appear on the display as the heart symbol flashes. When the measurement is complete, the cuff will deflate, and your blood pressure and pulse rate will display on the screen. If you need to stop the measurement at any time, simply press the on/off button and the monitor will immediately deflate. And remember, always consult your physician for specific information about your blood pressure.

What is IntelliSense?
The IntelliSense monitor inflates the cuff to the ideal level with each use -- you never have to make any adjustments to select an inflation level. This is especially convenient for hypertensive users and for people with certain arrhythmia or heart disorders because their blood pressure is so likely to fluctuate. The biggest advantage of using the IntelliSense technology is a personalized inflation, every time, for maximum comfort.

The Importance of Home Blood Pressure Monitoring
Doctors, diabetes educators, physician assistants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals all recommend home blood pressure monitoring for various reasons. Home monitoring provides your healthcare professionals with better information to understand and manage your high blood pressure. Many types of hypertension can only be detected by monitoring your blood pressure at home, including:

• White-Coat Hypertension: blood pressure reading is high in your doctor's office but lower at home
• Masked Hypertension: blood pressure reading is low in doctor's office but higher at home
• Morning Hypertension: blood pressure reading is higher in the morning

Additionally, many factors can affect your blood pressure, including physical exertion, emotional fluctuations, medications, and stress. So having your blood pressure monitored at a pharmacy with an in-store device after you've been shopping or walking around might not provide you with the most accurate measurement. Monitoring your blood pressure at home allows you achieve a relaxed state more easily, and it gives you the flexibility to take your measurements at various times during the day. By keeping track of your home blood pressure readings, you can provide your healthcare professional with a log of your measurements over time. This can help them evaluate the effectiveness or need for medication.

What's in the Box
Omron HEM-712C blood pressure monitor, standard cuff, and instruction manual.

Compare Omron Blood Pressure Monitors
	HEM-432C	HEM-712C	HEM-711DLX	HEM-780	HEM-790IT
Features	Simple manual inflation	Easy one-touch operation with auto inflation	Deluxe auto inflation with Comfit cuff	Premium auto inflation with Comfit cuff	Ultra premium auto inflation with software
Clinically Proven Accurate
Intellisense
Advanced Diagnostics	30 memory Averaging Date and time	Detects irregular heartbeat 30 memory Advanced averaging Date and time	Detects irregular heartbeat 60 memory Advanced averaging Date and time Hypertension indicator	Detects irregular heartbeat 200 total memory Advanced averaging Date and time Hypertension indicator Detects morning hypertension 2-user plus guest mode TruRead	Detects irregular heartbeat 200 total memory Advanced averaging Date and time Hypertension indicator Detects morning hypertension 2-user plus guest mode TruRead
Power	4 "AA" (not included) AC adapter N/A	4 "AA" (not included) AC adapter not included	4 "AA" (not included) AC adapter included	4 "AA" (included) AC adapter included	4 "AA" (included) AC adapter included
Warranty	1 Year	2 Year	5 Year	5 Year	5 Year
Cuff/Cuff size	D-ring cuff Arm 9" to 13"	D-ring cuff Arm 9" to 13"	ComFit cuff Arm 9" to 17"	ComFit cuff Arm 9" to 17"	ComFit cuff Arm 9" to 17"
Carrying/Storage Case
Omron Health Management Software

Q&A - Blood Pressure Monitors

What is IntelliSense?
The IntelliSense Monitor inflates the cuff to the ideal level with each use. No adjustments are required by the user to select an inflation level. This is especially convenient for hypertensive users and for people with certain arrhythmia or heart disorders, because their blood pressure is more likely to fluctuate. The advantage is fast personalized inflation for maximum comfort.
What is a ComFit cuff?
The patented pre-formed cuff expands to fit regular and large arms comfortably and easily.
How is an Irregular Heartbeat Shown?
This advanced monitor can detect irregular heartbeats while your blood pressure is being measured. If an irregular heartbeat is detected, an accurate blood pressure reading is displayed along with the irregular heartbeat symbol.
What is Morning Hypertension?
The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends you take blood pressure readings in the early morning and evening. With the touch of a button you can review an eight week history of your morning and evening weekly blood pressure averages.

Product Description

Clinically proven accuracy * Cuff inflates with the push of a button * 14 memory storage * Easy-to-apply D-ring cuff for arm sizes 9 to 13 in circumference * Operates on 4 AA batteries (not included) * 2 year limited warranty *

Product Details

Product Manual [774kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 7 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006WNPX
• UPC: 073796071226
• Item model number: HEM 712C
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (313 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,061 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #12 in Health & Personal Care > Medical Supplies & Equipment > Health Monitors > Blood Pressure

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

96 of 97 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Accurate, batteries last a long time, July 1, 2005

By 

Martha W. Bonney "Bonney_Blue" (Syracuse, New York USA) - See all my reviews
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This cuff is easy to use, the readings appear to be accurate (they jibe with readings in the doctor's office), and the batteries are lasting longer than I expected. Inflation is somewhat noisy, so you may want to close your office door if you're measuring your BP at work. Cuffs are transferable between OMRON products; the large cuff from my manual bp monitor works just fine on this battery-powered monitor. Also, somewhat to my surprise, the action of manually inflating the cuff does not seem to affect readings; the numbers are similar between both monitors. The cuff automatically inflates to 170 mmHG; if it senses that it needs to go higher, it will continue to inflate to 210 mmHG, and you can force it to go even higher if your systolic pressure is really high. No frills, except for a memory bank that retains 14 readings (blood pressure, pulse). Highly recommended.

81 of 81 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple but accurate; technique matters, June 28, 2009

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L. Chan - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Omron HEM-712C Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense (Health and Beauty)

I am a clinical pharmacist and I bought this primarily to show my patients how to check their blood pressure (BP) at home. I have seen quite a few BP machines my patients use and I usually check the machine readings against my own which is done manually. The HEM-712C is one that is inexpensive but gives accurate readings. Do keep in mind that the literature suggests that most machines made after 2000 should be accurate and technique matters more:

1) Know how to use your machine. Read the manual.
2) Sit down for a least 5 minutes before checking your BP
3) Do not talk while checking BP. The sensor can pick up the vibration
4) When you are have a full stomach or need to go to the restroom, readings are not accurate
5) Do not wear tight clothing or cross your legs when checking BP

(Note: wrist and finger BP machine are generally not as accurate)

68 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Doctor recommended, January 4, 2007

By 

D. Grieco (Rocky Hill, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Omron HEM-712C Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense (Health and Beauty)

My doctor recommended I purchase this product and was asked to bring it in to establish its accuracy. He tested it and it passed with flying colors! It was extremely accurate when compared to his office blood pressure unit. I highly recommend this product.

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