LVI MagniLink PRO - PC User Manual

LVI MagniLink PRO - PC User Manual

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MagniLink PRO - PC
LVI Low Vision International
Verkstadsgatan 5
SE-352 46 Växjö
Tel: +46 470-727700
Faks: +46 470-727725
info@lvi.se
www.lvi.se

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  • Page 1 User Manual MagniLink PRO - PC LVI Low Vision International Verkstadsgatan 5 Tel: +46 470-727700 info@lvi.se SE-352 46 Växjö Faks: +46 470-727725 www.lvi.se...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    8.2 Recommended system requirements ........19 8.3 Installation of software ............. 19 8.4 Using the software ..............23 Ergonomics ................... 42 10 Troubleshooting ................43 11 Technical information ..............44 12 Declaration of Conformity ............45 User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 4 MagniLink PRO - PC User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 5: About Lvi

    MagniLink PRO - PC 1 About LVI LVI Low Vision International AB was founded in 1978 and is one of the world's leading manufacturers of equipment for persons with visual impairments. Development of new products takes place in close cooperation with users and professional staff within the low vision rehabilitation industry.
  • Page 6: Introducing Magnilink Pro

    MagniLink PRO offers genuine full-HD quality. Available accessories comprise a dockable reading table, battery as well as software for OCR- processing and reading text aloud. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 7 Text To Speech for Mac MagniLink PRO meets all the requirements for CE marking of medical devices in accordance with Directive 93/94/EEC. Our products comply with MDD 93/94/EEC with additions from Directive 2007/47/EC. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Pull out the power cable and contact service staff or the product distributor. Only use spare parts that are specified by LVI.  Always switch off the power when the system is not being used.
  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Open the box and take out the MagniLink PRO; remove the packaging. For further information, please see Installation page 12. 4.1 Packaging The packaging consists of the following packaging material (LVI recommends that the packaging be kept in case you have to return the system or you need to move it): ...
  • Page 10: Accessories

    MagniLink PRO - PC 5 Accessories Dockable reading table with friction brake X/Y (MLRT-XY). Battery (ML-BAT). User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 11 MagniLink PRO - PC LVI Monitor 19" (MLV-A103) and 23" (MLV-A104). Text To Speech for PC (MLS-A102) or Mac (MLS-A102-MAC). User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 12: Installation

    3. Turn up the camera arm until it clicks into place. In order to get optimal focus range when a reading table is used with the system, the camera arm must be turned up until it clicks into place once more. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 13: Connection

    1. Install the reading table by pushing it in towards the unit. 2. In order to permanently install the reading table. Fasten the reading table securely with a screw on the underside. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 14: Use

    When the system is delivered, button 1 switches between automatic and manual focus and button 2 switches between overview mode and normal mode. It is possible to change the function of these buttons via the menu. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 15: Menu

    In this mode, you can press the function button. When you do so, "F-SET" is displayed on the screen and it is then possible to set the focus mode manually by pressing the navigation control. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 16 Press the function button. It is then possible to select the function with the navigation control. When you are satisfied with your choice, press the function button again to save the setting. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 17: Reading Table

    To increase friction, push the depth way brake towards the back. Push the brake in as far as possible to lock the reading table. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 18: Camera

    To further extend battery life, we recommend that you use your MagniLink PRO twice a year with just the battery (disconnect the mains adapter) until the battery is completely discharged. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 19: Pc Software

    The MagniLink S software has been developed so that it does not affect or interfere with other software. It has been tested alongside other software to ensure there are no conflicts. However, LVI cannot guarantee compatibility with all other software as their methods are outside of LVI's control. 8.1 Minimum system requirements ...
  • Page 20 When the installation program starts, follow the instructions on the screen to complete installation of the software, or see below for a more detailed description. Select "Next" in the dialogue box "Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for LVI MagniLink S". User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 21 If you do not have OCR functionality, then do not select any languages. Then click "Next" to continue with the installation. Select “Install” in the dialogue box "Ready to Install the Program". User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 22 Read the instructions on the screen in order to select the appropriate action. Select “Modify” to change the software. Select “Repair” if there is a problem with the software. Select “Remove” to uninstall the software. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 23: Using The Software

    (Shift + F2 to cycle backwards) Negative image with heightened contrast Artificial colours; White/Black, Black/Yellow, Black/Green, Black/Red, Blue/Yellow, Blue/White. Press F3 repeatedly to switch between the various colours. (Shift + F3 to cycle backwards) User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 24 Display mode for video Press Ctrl + F6 to view saved video files. Mark the video you wish to view and press Enter or select Open. The video is normally opened in Windows' standard media User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 25 This means that another program can be in focus and that you can for example use Word whilst looking at the camera image. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 26 The following functions are only available together with cameras that support OCR. OCR-process This command takes a picture for OCR-processing. The program then switches to text view and the OCR- User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 27 Side view, line view, word view and a silent mode where the text moves sideways on the screen. Start/Pause reading If no reading is currently in progress, reading starts, otherwise reading is paused. Stop reading User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 28 The following functions are available when MagniLink S is used together with ZoomText or SuperNova: Shift + Up arrow Moves the split screen mode to the left/up. Shift + Down arrow Moves the split screen mode to the right/down. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 29  Application Contains general settings for the application.  Video Settings that shall apply for video are set here.  Recording Here are recording settings.  OCR* Contains settings for the OCR engine. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 30 7. Starts the reading of OCR-processed text. Press once - the text will be read aloud. Press again - reading is paused*. 8. Stops the reading of OCR-processed text. The next reading will begin from the start of the text*. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 31 13. Switches to display mode for OCR-processed text. The available display modes are side view, line view, word view and a silent mode where the text moves sideways on the screen*. * Only cameras that are licensed for OCR. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 32 MagniLink S will automatically search for new versions of MagniLink S software. You can also deselect this and update manually instead (note: Internet connection is required for both automatic and manual updating). User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 33 Languages can be changed manually under Application Settings. Available languages:  English  German  Danish  Spanish  Finnish  French  Dutch  Norwegian  Swedish User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 34 Allows you to set the rotation angle of the camera image. MagniLink S supports rotation of the camera image to the following angles: 0°, 90°, 180° and 270°. Mirror image When this function is active, the camera image is mirrored. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 35 Record sound If your computer is equipped with a microphone, (internal or external) sound can be added to your video recording. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 36 20 MB of disk space. We recommended that you always save the files on the local hard disk and not move them to another folder until the video is finished. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 37 Smart start works as follows. If a text has already been read aloud and a new OCR conversion is starting, the reading will start from the position where the reading of the old text stopped. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 38  It is important that the OCR engine's language is the same as that of the text.  The camera's resolution should be set to at least 1280x720, see Video settings for more information. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 39 This settings tab is only visible if the camera supports OCR. Voice If several voices are available, the user may select from these Volume Set the sound level for the voice. Speed Set the speed of the voice. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 40 If a combination already being used for another command is entered, the second command will be erased. A new keyboard combination will need to be entered in order to change the command. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 41 8.4.3.7 About the application Information regarding the software version and copyright can be found under this tab. If there is no Internet connection, press the "Enter license" button to license the software. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 42: Ergonomics

     If you use the device for long periods of time, there is a risk of repeated movements causing you pain in your neck, shoulders and back. Your eyes can also get tired from looking at a screen for too long. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

     Press the On/Off button for more than six seconds to reset the system. Never remove any panels or the casing in order to attempt to repair the system yourself. In the event of problems, contact your local dealer. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 44: Technical Information

    Recycling helps in the management of our natural resources. For more detailed information regarding the recycling of this product, you can contact your municipality, your waste management company or the store where you purchased the product. User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 45: Declaration Of Conformity

    MagniLink PRO - PC 12 Declaration of Conformity User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...
  • Page 46 Speech Settings ..................39 Technical information ................44 Troubleshooting ................... 43 Unfolding ....................12 Unpacking ....................9 Updating/removing software .............. 22 Use ......................14 Using the software ................23 Video Settings ..................34 User Manual 7944070a | MagniLink PRO - PC...

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