ENHANCED VISION Flipper Series, Manual

Page 1: ...Users Manual Flipper The Ultimate in Flexibility Just Point and See Flipper Stand Flipper FlipperPanel ...

Page 2: ...ation 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 uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may caus...

Page 3: ...igned to restore vision correct eye conditions or halt degenerative vision loss An eyecare professional can determine the suitability of Flipper products for a patient s condition SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS n Avoid exposing Flipper products to extreme or rapid changes in temperature or humidity as these conditions may cause fogging or damage to products Flipper products should never be placed near a radia...

Page 4: ... will void the warranty CARING FOR FLIPPER PRODUCTS n Always turn the power OFF when you are not using the system n Make sure the power is OFF or unplug your Flipper product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners n The plastic surfaces of your Flipper product may be dusted with a dry cloth n The optical surfaces should be cleaned as needed for best perfor mance Dampen a le...

Page 5: ...For switching between color black white high contrast positive or high contrast negative viewing modes 4 Magnification Dial Ten preset magnification levels 5 Light Switch Turns the base light ON OFF The light can be used when the ambient lighting is not sufficient 6 Video Cable Connects Flipper to the TV via the Video Input jack 7 Power Supply Connects Flipper to an AC power outlet 2 7 1 5 4 3 6 F...

Page 6: ...r Supply from the package Plug one end of the Power Supply into the black Control Box Jack labeled POWER Be sure the plug is fully inserted into the Control Box Then plug in the other end of the Power Supply into an AC wall outlet 5 Turn the power on The ON and OFF switch is on the side of the black control box Turn the television ON You can switch between using Flipper and your TV with the TV rem...

Page 7: ...nify and read using Flipper A Reading with an Upright Book Stand highly recommended Place your reading material on a stand and place Flipper in front of the stand Rotate the camera head and point it at the material Magnify as needed using the Magnification dial Roll Flipper from left to right scanning across the page When you reach the end of a line roll back to the beginning of the line and rotat...

Page 8: ...n choose a viewing option by presing the round white button on the Flipper labeled Viewing Option Each press of the the but ton will change your viewing option Push the button to cycle through all of the options VIEWING OPTIONS FOR FLIPPER Full Color Image This mode is used most often because it gives you a true color representation of the image that is being magnified This mode is ideal for viewi...

Page 9: ...n Flipper has a built in light source that may be turned ON to enhance High Contrast Positive and Negative viewing modes The On Off switch for the light is located on the Flipper right above the light panel Please note the highest magnification setting is for distance viewing only from at least 3 feet away The light can be used when the ambient lighting is not sufficient The magnification control ...

Page 10: ...olor black white high contrast positive and high contrast negative 8 Magnification Dial provides 10 different level of magnification Accessories included 9 Power Supply connects to LCD Power Pack and power cord 10 Power Cord connects to power supply and wall outlet 11 6 foot RCA Video Cable connects LCD Power Pack to a TV 12 Lens Cloth used to clean the Flipper camera and LCD screen 13 Soft Carryi...

Page 11: ... the battery is charged there is no need to plug in the power supply and cord If the battery is not charged then refer to Recharging the Battery section Figure 1 Figure 2 3 Adjusting the LCD Screen It is important to orient the LCD screen to provide the best viewing angle To lift the screen put one hand on the back of the base and the other hand one the LCD and pull forward see Figures 3 4 Once in...

Page 12: ...n your TV screen See figure 2 Note The LCD Power Pack video output standard will be identical to the type of Flipper camera used NTSC or PAL version Yellow VIDEO IN on front or back of TV RCA Video Cable Figure 2 Display Camera Video Out Figure 1 Using the LCD Power Pack with Wall Power You should always leave a battery in the LCD Power Pack Once you are sure the battery is in the LCD power pack t...

Page 13: ... has no memory so you can charge it at any time However the more charge cycles the shorter the battery life Maximum charge time is 4 hours Removing and inserting Battery from LCD Power Pack It is recommended to always keep a battery in the LCD Power Pack The only reason you need to take the battery out is when you are changing bat teries To remove the battery push down on the RELEASE button on the...

Page 14: ...to right Make sure the base of the Flipper fits snug against the back and right side of the platform 4 In this position you can view objects at any distance Simply turn the knob on the left side of Flipper for your preferred magnification A rotate the platform side to side B and keep the camera head away from you in a horizontal position C Moving the camera head and rotating the platform side to s...

Page 15: ...lip of the table 2 Set the Flipper to its lowest magnification level and move the X Y table to posi tion the start of your reading in the approximate center of the monitor screen 3 Increase the magnification level to enlarge the image to a comfortable size 4 Glide the X Y table to the left which will make the words flow across the screen for reading When you have reached the end of a line glide th...

Page 16: ... on the television maker Please consult your televi sion manufacturer s user manual for additional information FlipperPanel Q How long will the battery last A The battery will last approximately 3 4 hours per complete charge Q How long does it take for the battery to recharge A The battery needs a minimum of 4 hours to recharge Q How does the battery recharge A There is no separate battery charger...

Page 17: ...s the Flipper to be used as a desktop video magnifier The stand has a table that can be moved in any direction or be simply locked in place This enables the user to place text writing implements photos or any hobby or craft object and work with them under the Flipper camera The object can be magnified and viewed on the television monitor depending on how the Flipper is configured The Flipper Stand...

Page 18: ... normal use for one year from the date of purchase Enhanced Vision at its option will at no charge either repair or replace the defective product during the warranty period There are no other expressed or implied warran ties accompanying this product This warranty does not cover the following 1 Defects or damage from misuse use in other than normal and customary manner accident or neglect 2 Defect...

Page 19: ...here Magnification 3 5X 14X digital Max Powerful Magnifier A powerful low cost magnifier for reading Con nects to any TV in seconds Available in either Full Color or Black White versions Magnification 16X 28X Maximum limit depends upon display size Other Enhanced Vision Products Other Enhanced Vision Products Other Enhanced Vision Products Pebble Compact Ultra Portable Magnification The Pebble is ...

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Page 21: ... or halt degenerative vision loss An eyecare professional can determine the suitability of Flipper products for a patient s individual condition Flipper products are designed to be worn while sitting or standing still and are not designed to be worn while walking driving or during mobility of any kind www enhancedvision com 800 440 9476 US Office toll free 714 465 3400 US Office 44 0 9442317 UK Of...