Portable Digital Video Magnifier User Manual
- June 2, 2024
- Sharper Image
Table of Contents
Portable Digital Magnifier
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Portable Digital Magnifier.
Please take a moment to read through this manual. Its contents will help you
to get the best use of the device.
Precaution
Federal Communications Commission Notice
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.
Overview
Open Box and Unpack Items
Part Names & Functions
Safety and Maintenance
To keep your Magnifier in good condition, observe the following guidelines:
- Read the instructions in this user’s manual before attempting to use the unit.
- Do not attempt to repair the Magnifier or open its case. This product contains no user serviceable parts.
- Keep the Magnifier away from wet areas, rain, and other sources of liquids. Do not submerge the unit.
- Always operate the Magnifier in a place where the temperature is between 32°F and 113°F.
- Always store the Magnifier in a cold dry place at normal room temperature.
- Do not attempt to force any connector into the unit’s USB and Micro SD port. All appropriate connectors should fit easily into the port.
Getting Started
Loading Battery
Please use 3 A AA alkaline batteries. Slightly push and pull the battery door
latch to open the battery compartment. Load the batteries according to the
polarities shown inside the battery compartment, then snap close the battery
door. Do not mix the old and new batteries during battery replacement.
Notes: Remove the batteries when it is not in use for a long period of time. Rechargeable AAA size alkaline or NI-MH battery is acceptable. Do not mix different type of battery in the battery compartment.
When the battery is low, there will be low power indicator shown on the lower right corner of the panel. When replacement of new fresh batteries is needed, use only Alkaline AAA size batteries. Do not mix the old with the new batteries during battery installation.
Reading with the Magnifier
To read with the Magnifier, operate as the following:
- Turn on the unit by pressing the Power on/off switch located on side.
- Pull out the foot of the Magnifier until it sits at its maximum range.
- Place the Magnifier flat against the text you want to read.
- Slide the unit gradually to the right to read to the end of the line. Slide the unit down and back to the left to read the next line of text.
- To change the level of magnification, press the Magnify button .
- To change the colors used on the screen, press the Color Mode button until you find the mode best suited for your vision needs.
Using the Magnifier
Color Mode selection
Press Color Mode button to cycle through the Magnifier’s 3 different color
modes as follows:
◆ Full color
◆ Enhanced positive image (black on white)
◆ Enhanced negative i mage (white on black)
Magnification Adjustment
Press Magnify button to cycle through the four level of magnifications 5X,
6X, 7.5X or 10X.
Freeze Image
Press Freeze/Unfreeze button to switch between freezing and unfreezing the
current image.
Capture Photo
Load a micro SD card (not included) into the micro SD card slot. Press
Snapshot button to capture a photo. The captured photos will be automatically
stored in the micro SD card.
Playback
Press Playback button to view captured photos. Press Backward and Forward
button to move forward and backward.
Press Playback button again will return the magnifier to reading mode.
Download Captured Pictures to PC
Connect the Magnifier with PC by USB Cable to USB port, turn the power on and
then you can download the captured pictures to computer.
Low Battery Indication
If battery is low, there will be a symbol (blank) on the lower right corner of
the screen, indicating that you have to replace new batteries.
Power Off
Turn off the power of the unit by pressing the Power on/off switch located at
the side.
To save battery power, please always turn off the Magnifier when not using it.
The Magnifier will turn off automatically if it is not in use after 5 minutes.
Trouble Shooting
This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.
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