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WEEE Notice
The directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), which entered into force as
European law on 13th February 2003, resulted in a major change in the treatment of electrical
equipment at end-of-life.
The purpose of this Directive is, as a first priority, the prevention of WEEE, and in addition, to promote
the reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of such wastes so as to reduce disposal.
The WEEE logo (shown at the left) on the product or its box indicates that this product
must not be disposed of or dumped with your other household waste. You are liable to
dispose of all your electronic or electrical waste equipment by relocating over to the
specified collection point for recycling of such hazardous waste. Isolated collection and
proper recovery of your electronic and electrical waste equipment at the time of disposal
will allow us to help conserving natural resources. Moreover, proper recycling of the electronic and
electrical waste equipment will ensure safety of human health and environment. For more information
about electronic and electrical waste equipment disposal, recovery, and collection points, please
contact your local city centre, household waste disposal service, shop from where you purchased the
equipment, or manufacturer of the equipment.
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RoHS Compliance
This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 27 January 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.
European Union Notice
Products with CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC), and the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following international standards:
IEC 60950-1 2004;
IEC 55022
IEC 55024 (IEC61000-4-2 excluded)
FCC
FCC part 15 Class B
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User Manual
OPN: UDC-02032 Version 1.3
© 2009 Optelec, the Netherlands
All rights reserved
Optelec
P.O. Box 399
2990 AJ Barendrecht
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 (0)88 678 34 44
E-mail: info@optelec.nl
Internet: www.optelec.com
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Contents
1. Introduction.............................................................................................................. 5
About this manual................................................................................................. 5
What’s in the box? ................................................................................................ 6
2. Getting to know your Compact mini ........................................................................... 7
Top side................................................................................................................ 7
Front side ............................................................................................................. 8
Back side.............................................................................................................. 9
Right side ........................................................................................................... 10
Underside ........................................................................................................... 11
3. Getting started ....................................................................................................... 13
Turning the power on / off................................................................................... 13
Using the magnification wheel ............................................................................ 13
Selecting a viewing mode................................................................................... 13
Using the snapshot button.................................................................................. 14
Writing with the Compact mini .............................................................................. 15
Using the Compact mini reading stand ................................................................. 15
4. Power and battery use........................................................................................... 16
Charging the Compact mini .................................................................................. 16
System Auto Off ................................................................................................. 16
Appendix A: Safety ..................................................................................................... 17
Appendix B: Technical information ............................................................................. 18
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1. Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the Compact
designed by Optelec.
mini
, a pocketsize electronic video magnifier
Optelec’s smallest video magnifier enables you to view printed text and images in up to 11
times magnification on a 3.5” display.
With its simplicity the Compact mini offers an enhanced design that extends in operating
comfort. It is designed for instant use at any location.
If you have any questions or suggestions concerning the use of this product, please contact
your distributor or the Optelec headquarters using the contact information at the last page of
this manual. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We hope you enjoy working with your
Compact mini.
About this manual
This manual will familiarize you with the features and basic operation of the Compact
Please read this manual carefully before using your device.
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What’s in the box?
The Compact mini packaging contains the following:
The Compact mini pocketsize video magnifier with integrated rechargeable battery
A detachable wrist cord
A protection pouch
A power cable with power adapter and 4 plugs (EU, UK, US and AUS)
The user manual
If any items are missing from your package, please contact your distributor.
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2. Getting to know your Compact mini
The unit is placed correctly in front of you when the display is facing up and the Optelec logo
is on the top of the display.
Top side
The following figure shows the top side of the Compact mini.
3.5” display
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Front side
The following figure shows the front side of the Compact mini.
Mode / Magnification wheel
Cord fixture
Mode
Pressing the wheel allows you to select one of the five viewing modes.
Magnification
Turning the wheel clockwise or counter clockwise allows you to change
the magnification.
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Back side
The following figure shows the back side of the Compact mini.
Snapshot button
Snapshot button
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The snapshot button allows you to take a temporary picture of a
distant text or image, enabling you to bring the image closer to your
eyes.
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Right side
The following figure shows the right side of the Compact mini.
On / Off switch
DC IN 5V jack with charging indicator
On / Off switch
Pressing the small round orange button for one second will switch
the unit on / off.
DC IN 5V jack
The AC adapter cable connects to this jack. Use only the model of
AC adapter that comes with the Compact mini.
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Underside
The following figure shows the underside of the Compact mini.
Collapsible reading stand
Centralized camera
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Camera
The Compact mini features an auto-focus camera that is centralized
to the screen for an optimal ease of use while reading or writing.
Reading stand
For an optimal image quality extend the reading stand before
placing the unit on a flat surface.
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3. Getting started
Turning the power on / off
Switch the unit on and off by pressing the orange button, located at the right side of the unit,
for one second. For the first time the Compact mini will start up in Photo mode. Afterward the
unit will start up in the mode in which it was switched off.
Using the magnification wheel
To set the magnification, simply operate the magnification wheel located on the front side
under the display. Turn the wheel clockwise to decrease or counter clockwise to increase the
magnification. Once the wheel is released, it springs back to the middle position. Opening the
reading stand and placing the unit on a flat surface, allows you to select one of the three
magnification levels; 5 X, 8 X or 11 X. Lifting the unit, allows you to lower the magnification
down to 2 X.
Selecting a viewing mode
Pressing the mode wheel on the front side of the unit allows you to select one of the five
viewing modes:
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Negative mode: reading in high contrast white on black
Positive mode: reading in high contrast black on white
Photo mode: view full color text and photos
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-
High contrast yellow text on a black background: reading in high contrast yellow on
black
High contrast yellow text on a blue background: reading in high contrast yellow on
blue
Pressing the mode wheel for approximately one second, allows you to switch object lighting
off. Object lighting can be turned on and off in each of the above mentioned viewing modes,
facilitating reading of glossy magazines, displays and screens. Pressing the mode wheel for
one second again, will switch object lighting back on, whereas selecting the next viewing
mode by a short press of the mode wheel will turn the lighting on too.
Using the snapshot button
The snapshot button allows you to take a temporary picture of a text or an
image.
-
Hold or place the Compact mini over the text or image.
Press the oval shaped snapshot button located at the back side above the display.
Bring the image closer to your eyes to view the object or text.
Operate the magnification wheel located on the front side of the unit to change the
magnification.
Press the wheel on the front of the unit to change the viewing mode.
Press the snapshot button again to unfreeze the image.
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Writing with the Compact mini
The Compact mini has a super-light design enabling you to hold the unit easily while writing.
Take a pen in one hand while holding the unit in your other hand above the paper and start
writing. Follow your hand movement with the Compact mini and magnify your handwriting
instantly.
Using the Compact mini reading stand
The Compact mini is designed to read documents comfortably on a flat surface with the use of
the integrated reading stand. Pull the stand at the arrow sign to extend it. The collapsible
reading stand gives you control for optimal reading comfort.
Pull here to extend
the reading stand
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4. Power and battery use
Charging the Compact mini
To charge the Compact mini, connect the adapter supplied in the box to the DC IN 5V jack,
located at the right side of the unit. Plug the other side of the adapter into a power outlet. The
orange LED indicator next to the adapter socket will glow continuously while the Compact mini
is charging. When the unit is fully charged the LED light will switch off. If the LED indicator
starts to flash, it means there is a charge problem. Disconnect the adapter and try it again.
Charging the Compact mini takes approximately three and a half hours. A fully charged
Compact mini can operate for approximately three and a half hours continuously. Please note
that, for safety reasons, only the adapter that came with the Compact mini can be used to
charge the unit’s battery compartment.
System Auto Off
This feature will turn the Compact mini off automatically if it is not used for a period of 4
minutes. Pressing the orange button at the right side will switch the unit on again.
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Appendix A: Safety
Do not expose the Compact mini to excessive heat or direct sunlight to avoid the risk of
fire.
Do not remove any parts of the Compact mini. Contact an Optelec authorized service
organisation in your area.
To avoid risk of electrical damage, keep your Compact mini away from fluids and
chemicals.
Handle the Compact mini with care. Rough handling will damage the internal
components.
Do not use the Compact mini near inadequately shielded medical devices.
Do not try to open the battery compartment or try to remove the battery.
Contact your dealer to service this equipment if necessary. Do not open your unit as
it will void the warranty.
Always unplug the system before cleaning. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the exterior.
Do not use cleaning agents or abrasive materials as they will damage your unit.
Use of the Compact
conditions.
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other than described in this manual will exclude it from warranty
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Appendix B: Technical information
Magnification
Viewing modes
Focus
Screen
Screen resolution
Battery
Li-ion battery
Weight
Power supply type
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2x - 11x
High contrast white on black
High contrast black on white
Full color photo mode
High contrast yellow on blue
High contrast yellow on black
Auto-focus
3.5” TFT
320 x 240
3.5 hours continuous use
3.5 hours charging time
rechargeable, 3.7V 1200mAh
134 grams / 4.7 ounces (excl. adapter)
SMPS 110 – 230V, 50 – 60Hz / DC 5V, 2A
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Operation conditions:
Relative humidity: <70 %, no condensation
Temperature:
0 – 40 ° C
Storage and transport conditions:
Relative humidity: <95 %, no condensation
Temperature:
-10 ° C – 40 ° C
WARNING: The use of accessories,
transducers and cables, with the exception
of transducers and cables sold by the
manufacturer of the Compact mini as
replacement parts for components, may
result in increased emissions or decreased
immunity of the Compact mini.
This product complies with the safety and
EMC requirements of the directives:
IEC 60950-1 2004;
IEC 55022
IEC 55024 (IEC61000-4-2 excluded)
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FCC
FCC part 15 Class B
WARNING: The use of accessories,
transducers and cables other than those
specified and sold by the manufacturer of
the Compact mini as replacement parts for
components, may result in increased
emissions or decreased immunity of the
Compact mini.
This device bears the CE
and FCC approval mark
Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Statement:
This Equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
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uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
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WARNING: You are cautioned that
changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void your authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any
interference
received;
including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Gebruikershandleiding
OPN: UDC-02032 Version 1.3
© 2009 Optelec, the Netherlands
All rights reserved
Optelec
Postbus 399
2990 AJ Barendrecht
Nederland
Telefoonnummer: +31 (0)88 678 35 55
E-mail: info@optelec.nl
Internet: www.optelec.nl
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Inhoud
1. Inleiding......................................................................................................................... 3
Over deze handleiding............................................................................................. 3
Inhoud van de verpakking ....................................................................................... 4
2. De Compact mini leren kennen........................................................................................ 5
Bovenzijde ............................................................................................................... 5
Voorzijde ................................................................................................................. 6
Achterzijde............................................................................................................... 7
Rechter zijde............................................................................................................ 8
Onderzijde ............................................................................................................... 9
3. De Compact mini voor het eerst gebruiken ................................................................... 11
Aan / uitschakelen van de Compact mini ................................................................. 11
Het vergrotingswiel gebruiken ............................................................................... 11
Een leesstand selecteren ...................................................................................... 11
De snapshot toets gebruiken ................................................................................. 12
Schrijven met de Compact mini ............................................................................... 13
De Compact mini leesstandaard gebruiken ............................................................. 13
4. Netstroom en batterijgebruik ....................................................................................... 14
De batterijen laden ................................................................................................ 14
Automatisch uitschakelen...................................................................................... 14
Bijlage A: Veiligheid.......................................................................................................... 15
Bijlage B: Technische informatie ...................................................................................... 16
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1. Inleiding
Gefeliciteerd met de aankoop van de Compact
ontwikkeld door Optelec.
mini
, een beeldschermloep op zakformaat
Optelec’s kleinste beeldschermloep vergroot tekst en afbeeldingen tot een maximum van 11
maal op een 3.5” scherm.
Dankzij de eenvoud van één enkele toets bedient u moeiteloos de vergrotings- en
leesstanden van de Compact mini. Dit biedt u optimaal gebruiksgemak, altijd en overal.
Mocht u vragen of suggesties hebben betreffende het gebruik van dit product, neem dan
contact op met uw leverancier of direct met het Optelec hoofdkantoor (zie gegevens op de
laatste pagina van deze handleiding). Wij hopen dat u met veel plezier gebruik zult maken
van de Compact mini.
Over deze handleiding
Deze handleiding geeft u een overzicht over de mogelijkheden en het gebruik van de
Compact mini. Lees deze handleiding aandachtig door alvorens u het product gaat gebruiken.
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Inhoud van de verpakking
De Compact mini verpakking bevat de volgende items:
De Compact mini beeldschermloep met geïntegreerde oplaadbare batterij
Een afneembaar polskoord
Een bescherm- en draagtasje
Een netsnoer en adapter voorzien van 4 opzetstukken (EU, UK, US and AUS)
De handleiding
Mochten er iets ontbreken, neem dan contact op met uw leverancier.
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2. De Compact mini leren kennen
Het product is op juiste wijze voor u geplaatst wanneer het Optelec logo aan de bovenzijde
van het scherm zit.
Bovenzijde
De volgende afbeelding laat de bovenzijde zien van de Compact mini.
3.5” scherm
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