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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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Compact mini 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: [email protected] Internet: www.optelec.com
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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 mini, a pocketsize electronic video magnifier designed by Optelec. 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 mini. 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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Optelec 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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Optelec 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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Optelec 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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Optelec 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: -
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 mini other than described in this manual will exclude it from warranty conditions.
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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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Optelec 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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Optelec 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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Compact mini 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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