Optelec CVPHD22UFA ClearView+ HD UFA Desktop Video Magnifier With 22-Inch Monitor User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Optelec
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Magnification
Clear View+
User Manual
ClearView+User Manual
Since 1975, Optelec has been developing and producing innovative products to assist vision-impaired people with their daily activities to maintain and regain independence. Visit Optelec’s website at www.optelec.com for more information on products and services.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this user manual is correct at the time of publication. Neither Optelec nor any of its associates shall be held responsible for any errors or damages that may result from any incorrect use of the information contained in this manual.
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing ClearView +, an auto-focus desktop electronic video magnifier developed by Optelec in the Netherlands. The ClearView + enables you to read, write, view photos, do work, and much more. The ClearView
- magnifies and enhances text, objects, and images in different colors,
brightness, and contrast. It is easy to operate and can be used at home, in
school, or at work.
The ClearView + has a unique ergonomic design that focuses on simplicity. The quality reading table allows users to move text and objects smoothly beneath the camera and it integrates the user-friendly control panel. The auto-focus feature has been incorporated as a standard in every ClearView + model. Customized ClearView + monitors can be adjusted to prevent glare and light reflections as well as to ensure a more comfortable reading posture.
This manual will help you become familiar with the ClearView + features and operation.
Please read this manual thoroughly before setting up and using ClearView +. Please note that ClearView + is a modular system. Different ClearView + models can be assembled by selecting the various modules. This user manual covers all of the models currently available. A number of features and functions can be added by installing different modules. However, it may be possible that your model does not support some of the functions or features described in this manual.
If you have any questions or suggestions concerning the use of this product, please contact your Optelec distributor or Optelec’s headquarters by consulting the contact information page found at the end of this manual. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We hope you enjoy working with yourClearView +.
About this manual
At Optelec, we are constantly improving our products and their
functionalities. Therefore, it is possible that this manual is not the latest
version. Please download the most up-to-date manual on
www.optelec.com at the Support section.
Safety and Care
Please read the instructions carefully before setting up your ClearView +. Keep this user manual for future reference.
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Use the ClearView + (CV + ) indoors. Do not expose the CV + to extreme or rapid changes in temperature or humidity. Do not place the ClearView + near a radiator or heater, or where it may be exposed to direct sunlight. These conditions may damage the CV + ’s electronic or optical components.
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Do not place the CV + on an unstable surface. It may fall, causing serious damage to the unit, or injury to the user.
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If using your own monitor mounted on top of the ClearView
+ system, make sure it does not weigh more than 16 kg. The ClearView + Monitor Platform was designed to support a maximum of 16 kg. -
Firmly grip the monitor by the surrounding frame when positioning to ensure stability to the entire system. When readjusting the 22” or the 24” monitor with the four-directional ultra-flexible TFT arm, please ensure the monitor does not tilt or rotate against the wings of the electronic box.
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The reading table and the monitor arm contain movable parts. Please be careful when adjusting the screen position, or when operating the reading table to prevent fingers or any loose clothing from getting caught in the operating mechanism. If you have difficulty operating the CV + safely, please seek assistance or contact your pedelec distributor.
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Contact your Optelec distributor to service this device if necessary. Do not open your CV +; this will void the warranty.
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When moving the ClearView + to another location, remove the monitor from the base unit for safe and easy transportation. Carry the ClearView
+ base unit by using the two grips located on either side of the base unit table midway between the front and back of the unit at table level. -
Always turn the power off when the CV + is not in use.
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Always unplug the CV + before cleaning it. Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the exterior surfaces. Do not use any cleaning agents or any abrasive materials as these will damage your CV +.
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Only use the mains power supply provided.
Unpacking, Installation, and Setup
The ClearView + is a modular system with a standard HDMI output that allows
you to connect your ClearView + to any HDMI -compatible monitor or TV.
Your ClearView + consists of the following:
– A base unit with a reading table and integrated control panel
– An electronic box with the camera module, light sources, and
input/output connectors. You have the choice between
- HD 720P
- Full HD 1080P (for superior image quality)
– Customized ClearView + monitor. The ClearView + offers the following monitor options:
- 22” high brightness TFT monitor
- 24” high brightness TFT monitor
- 24” touch screen Speech monitor
For adjusting the different monitors to your preferred position, please refer
to chapter 7. These monitors may only be fitted as an integrated part of the
unit.
– Feature Packs (optional) for additional ClearView + functionality.
Optelec offers two feature packs:
- Feature Pack Basic (with Semi-color, Find and Pointer functions)
- Feature Pack Advanced (with Semi-color, Find and Pointer functions, Line markers, Window shade, and PC-switch functions)
– Footswitch (optional) for toggling between the images of the ClearView +
and of external sources, such as computers (for Color, HD, and PC units).
– Power supply and cables for connecting the ClearView + to an electrical
wall outlet.
– This user manual and an installation guide.
Please note that if your ClearView + system was delivered to you in separate
modules, unpack each module carefully before proceeding with installation, and
consult the accompanying installation guide to install the different modules.
Please contact your Optelec distributor for further instructions if required.
Operation
When using the ClearView +, place your hands on the wrist support at the front of the table for easier access to the control buttons, and for steady table movement.
Operation – Switching ON / OFF
To power both the system and monitor, press the ON/ OFF button that is located
right above the magnification button on the reading table. The ClearView +
will start up in the same viewing mode as when it was powered off.
It takes about 10 seconds for the camera unit to initialize before it displays
an image. Within about 1 minute, the ClearView + system’s light source will
achieve full brightness, providing optimal image quality.
Please note that a non-ClearView + monitor must be switched on and off
separately.
Adjusting the magnification
Locate the zoom button in the center of the table, and turn it clockwise to
increase the magnification, and counter-clockwise to decrease it.
Choosing viewing modes:
Pressing this button will cycle you through 3 different viewing modes: Please note: If the default greyscale setting is enabled on your ClearView +, this button will also include a fourth viewing mode which shows the image in greyscale (true black and white).
- Photo mode full color (or greyscale with a monochrome unit)
- Reading mode: This mode enhances the foreground/background contrast. Pictures and text will be displayed in high contrast black and white. If an optional Feature Pack was purchased with the ClearView +, the background and foreground color combination can be changed.
- Reverse reading mode: This mode reverses the chosen background and foreground color combinations of the reading mode.
- Photo mode greyscale (if enabled)
Auto-focus lock
The ClearView + features an automatic focus system that produces a sharp on-
screen image at any time. When switching the ClearView + on, the system will
start-up in the auto-focus mode. Pressing the auto-focus button stops the
ClearView + from continuously operating the auto-focus feature and fixes the
focus on the object being viewed. This can be useful for tasks, such as
writing, painting, or crafts. When the auto-focus feature is in locked mode, a
red light on the central control button (mode/zoom) will light up. To turn the
auto-focus back on, simply press the auto-focus button again. The red
indicator light will turn off.
Object lighting ON /OFF
Pressing this button for four seconds turns off the object lighting. You can
choose this option to make it easier to read glossy articles such as magazines
and photos. Pressing the button once will advance the viewing mode by one
position and will turn the lights back on, or pressing the button for four
seconds will turn the object lighting back to the same viewing mode.
Adjusting image control
Press and hold the right or left side of this button to
adjust the image control. The image control may be adjusted to make the
characters or other on-screen elements sharper if they are not clearly
visible.
Please note: If the default control setting is changed on your ClearView +,
pressing this button will adjust the brightness.
Adjusting the brightness
Press the left or right adjustment button while pressing the auto-focus button
to adjust the brightness.
Please note: If the default control setting is changed on your ClearView
+, pressing these buttons will adjust the image control.
Displaying system information on-screen
The magnification factor and the system configuration (system modules) can be
displayed on-screen. Press the auto-focus button for four seconds to have this
information displayed. Press it once again for four seconds to turn this
feature off.
Locking the reading table
Lift the red lever located at the front of the table to lock the table in a
stable position. This is very useful when writing, painting, and doing hobbies
and crafts. Unlock the table by simply lifting the lever once again.
Please note: When the ClearView + power is off, the brake will
automatically lock into position. When the ClearView + is switched on, the
brake will unlock. Make sure to push the reading table back to its home
position prior to turning it off.
Using the footswitch
allows you to toggle between the ClearView + and of an external source
such as a PC (computer).
Feature Packs
Feature Packs provide increased functionality to the ClearView +. Optelec offers two Feature Packs: a Basic and Advanced Feature Pack.
5.1 Feature Pack Basic
The Feature Pack Basic offers selectable semi-color combinations, greyscale,
Full Color+, and the find and position locator.
Semi-colors
Pressing this button in reading mode or reverse reading mode cycles you
through 7 different foreground and background color combinations. You may
choose to display text in a choice of color combinations when additional
contrast is needed, or when a different color combination provides increased
visibility. Press and hold the button for two seconds to instantly return to
black and white. Press and hold the button once again for two seconds to
return to your last selected semi-color combination. Press this button in
photo mode to toggle between the full color, Full Color+, and greyscale mode.
In Full Color+ mode, colors are more saturated, which enhances the color
image and provides more contrast.
Find function (position locator)
The find function provides you with a quick overview of the text, which helps
you easily locate the part of a document that is of interest. Press the
position locator button to activate the find function. When the find function
is activated, the ClearView + will automatically zoom out to the minimum
magnification and will display a crosshair target to indicate the center of
the screen. Position the text you wish to read in the crosshair’s target by
moving the reading table. Once the document has been positioned, press the
button once again to zoom in on the selected text in your previous
magnification setting.
Pointer (position locator)
Pressing this button for three seconds will activate a red LED light, which shows as a red spotlight on the object in the center of the reading table. It serves to indicate the center of the on-screen image. To assist with writing, place a pin in the red spotlight on the reading table and see the pen displayed in the center of your screen. Press this button once again to deactivate the LED light.
5.2 Feature Pack Advanced
The Feature Pack Advanced contains all the features of the Feature Pack Basic
and adds the line marker, window shade, and PC-switch functions. For a
description of the semi-colors and position locator functions, please refer to
section 5.1 Feature Pack Basic.
Switching between the ClearView + and a computer / external source image
If a computer or another external source is connected to the ClearView +,
press this button or the footswitch if fitted to toggle between the ClearView
- image and the full-screen computer image.
To display the computer image on your ClearView + monitor correctly, make sure that your computer’s resolution is set accordingly:
- For the ClearView + 22” TFT monitor, the resolution must be set to 1680 x 1050.
- For the ClearView + 24” TFT monitor or 24” touch screen monitor, the resolution must be set to 1920 x 1080.
Activating line markers/window shades
Pressing this button cycles you through the line markers, window shades, and full-screen camera image modes. Line markers are used as guides to make reading text easier. The window shades function may be used to block a part of an image when screen brightness becomes inconvenient or when needing to concentrate on only one or two lines of text is preferred.
Sizing the lines markers/windows
When line markers or window shades are activated, turning this button will narrow or widen the space between the line markers/window edges. This can either be modified horizontally or vertically by using this button .
Positioning lines markers/windows shades
When line markers or window shades are activated, turning this button will change their position on the screen. Line markers and window shades may be displayed horizontally and vertically depending upon the status of this button described below .
Horizontal/vertical button
Pressing this button allows you to switch the line markers/windows from the vertical to the horizontal position.
Adjusting the monitor
The ClearView + TFT monitor with a standard arm can be adjusted in height and
viewing angle for an optimal reading position. Adjusting the monitor assists
in preventing glare. Firmly grip the flat panel on both sides to adjust to
your preferred position.
The ClearView + monitors equipped with the ultra-flexible TFT arm allows you
to adjust the monitor to a preferred position. The monitor can be moved up or
down, forward or backward, and tilted horizontally and vertically for optimal
ergonomic and viewing comfort. To place the monitor in your preferred
position, firmly grip the flat panel on both sides by the surrounding frame,
and move or tilt it as required.
Please refer to the poster included in the monitor box for more information
about adjusting the ultra-flexible TFT arm.
Avoid putting any magnetic or metal objects in front of or near the monitor as
they may damage the monitor.
Troubleshooting
Manufacturer’s default settings
If you experience any difficulty operating the system, you can reset the
factory default settings. Switch the ClearView + off and wait 3 seconds. Then
press and hold the On / Off button till the red ring light starts flashing.
No image on the ClearView + monitor after it is switched on
– Check all cables and hardware are connected properly and securely.
– Check that the unit is receiving power by verifying that the green indicator
LED light is lit on the power supply.
– Ensure sure the monitor is switched on if a nonClearView + monitor is
connected.
Image is not in focus
– Check the auto-focus lock (the lit red circle around the mode button means
that the focus is locked). Press the focus button to return to auto-focus
mode.
– Carefully clean the mirror on the camera unit with a nonabrasive cloth.
– Clean the monitor screen with a non-abrasive cloth.
Pictures and text look grey or have low contrast
– Press the mode button to switch to the high contrast reading mode.
– Adjust the image control or brightness level on the control panel.
– If you are using a non-ClearView + monitor, modify the monitor’s brightness
and contrast settings.
The computer image is not displaying
– Check to see if the Advanced Feature Pack is installed.
– Verify the computer’s video (HDMI) connection to the base unit (do not
connect the PC directly to the monitor).
– Check the status of the button.
– When operating with the footswitch, check to see if the Advanced Feature
Pack is installed.
– Check the computer for any malfunction by connecting the PC directly to the
monitor.
– Make sure the PC resolution is set to 1920×1080.
The reading table does not move or does not move smoothly
– Unlock the table by pulling the lever, located under the front of the table.
– Inspect the tracks for dust or any other obstructions.
Contacting Product Support
If you have questions about operating, installing, or setting your ClearView +, please contact your Optelec distributor or the Optelec office nearest you. See the last pages of this manual for a complete list of Optelec addresses.
Warranty Conditions
Optelec warrants the ClearView +, effective from the date of delivery, to be
free of any defects in material and workmanship.
The warranty is not transferable and does not apply to groups, multi-users,
and agencies. The ClearView + was designed for the individual purchaser to be
used at home and work. Optelec reserves the right to repair or replace any
purchased ClearView + with a similar or improved product.
In no event shall Optelec or its suppliers be held liable for any indirect or
consequential damages. The original user’s remedies are limited to the
replacement of ClearView + modules.
This warranty is valid only when serviced in the country of original purchase,
and with intact seals. For additional warranty claims or service during or
after the warranty period, please contact your Optelec distributor.
Optelec is not responsible for any uses of this device other than those
described in this manual.
Compliance
This product complies with the safety and EMC requirements.
Electrical medical equipment requires special precaution with regard to EMC
(Electro Magnetic Compatibility) and must be installed and put into service
according to EMC guidelines.
WARNING: The use of accessories and cables other than those specified and
sold by the manufacturer of the ClearView +, as replacement parts for
components, may result in increased emissions or decreased functioning of the
ClearView +.
This device bears the CE and FCC approval mark.
Specifications
Focus: Auto-focus with focus lock
Magnification : 2.4 X – >50 X
Dimensions base unit footprint : 44 x 50 cm
Power supply max. : 110 – 240 Volt AC. – 12 Volt / 8.3A.
Net frequency : 50 – 60 Hz
Operating conditions
Temperature : +10°C to +35°C
Humidity: < 70%, no condensation
Storage & transportation conditions
Temperature : -10°C to +40°C
Humidity : < 95%, no condensation
Date of first issue: January 2005
Optelec
P.O. Box 399
2993 LT Barendrecht
The Netherlands
Telephone: +31 (0)88 6783 444. Fax +31 (0)88 6783 400
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.optelec.com