This manual describes the features and functions of the HIMS GoVision transportable electronic magnifier. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your GoVision, and keep it in a safe place for easy access should you need to refer to it at a later time.
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WARNING! For Your Safety ........... 9 Safety Precautions ..............10 Product Information ..............11 Package Contents ..............11 Physical Orientation ..............13 Set up GoVision ................16 Powering Up ................16 Remote Control Setup ............17 Connecting Headphones ............17 Basic Functions ................18 Camera Setup ...............19 Using the Remote Control .............26...
GoVision User Manual Product Features Thank you for purchasing the HIMS GoVision. GoVision offers a variety of features to assist the visually impaired, including state-of-the-art technology for enlarged viewing of documents and images, while providing a convenient, flexible and powerful interface to its users.
Safety Precautions To ensure your personal safety and the proper use of the product as well as to prevent accidental damage, please be aware of and abide by the following safety precautions. Precautions in the manual Safety Symbols Failing to follow these warnings could result in death or serious injury.
Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) or lower than minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius). Do not connect the GoVision to ANY electronic devices not indicated in this manual. Do not use excessive force when adjusting the camera ...
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the product yourself. Only authorized repair technicians should disassemble or repair the GoVision, Unauthorized disassembly or repair of the GoVision will void the warranty of the product. Handle the GoVision with care, as it contains delicate ...
Product Information Package Contents Please ensure all of the following items are included in your packing box. If any items are missing, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product. Note Content may differ slightly from the actual components, as items are subject to change without prior notice to improve the quality of the product.
Physical Orientation Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the various parts and controls of the GoVision. Front Face Number Name Jog Switch ① Near View Mode Lens ② Monitor ③ Power Switch ④ Camera Arm ⑤ Camera Connector ⑥...
Remote Control Setup Connect the end of the remote control's cable to the Remote Port on the back of the GoVision. The remote control is ready to use. Connecting Headphones It may be advantageous to use earphones in noisy environments or in environments where you do not wish to disturb those around you.
Basic Functions Power ON / OFF 1. Press and hold the Power button for more than 3 seconds. 2. The standby screen appears, then the unit powers on. 3. To turn the power off, press the Power button again for more than 3 seconds.
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5. You may move the camera left, right, up or down. Using Near View Mode Use Near View to read or view things at close range, such assigning a check or viewing a photo. 1. Rotate the camera arm so that the camera faces the front of the product.
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3. Open the Near View lens. Using Self View Mode Use as a mirror with the added benefit of magnification when applying makeup or performing other facial grooming. Note The maximum distance for Self View Mode is 45 cm from the camera.
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⑤ Select ⑥ FREEZE Execute (optical character ⑦ recognition) File Browser ⑧ Menu, to set User Preferences ⑨ Set Marker ⑩ Quick Start Buttons Button Function Press Increase the contrast simultaneously Press Decrease the contrast simultaneously Enable and disable focus Press for more than 2 lock...
Advanced Functions User Preferences You can use the menu to customize many of the features of GoVision. To open the menu, press [ ] on the remote control. Selecting Options Button Functions ① Activate the current menu item ② Toggle a check box ①...
Set LED Note This setting applies only in in Near View Mode. LED Lights turn off automatically when switching to Distance View Mode or Self View mode. 1) LED ON/OFF 1. Press and hold the center of the Jog Switch for more than 2 seconds.
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2) Set the light of the backlighting Gloss coated paper may cause a glare if the light level is too high, and may interfere with your comfortable viewing and recognition of text and objects. You can adjust the brightness of the light to suit the situation. 1.
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2) Check current Reading Position 1. Press and hold [ ] simultaneously. 2. The document is reduced to normal size, and your current position is marked with a cross shape [ 3. Release the Zoom buttons and you are returned to your previous position and magnification level.
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2) Enabling and Disabling Color Modes You can deactivate up to 4 of the 7 color modes for easier cycling through your most frequently used combinations. Note [Natural], [Black Letters on White Background], and [White text with Black Background] are default color modes, and cannot be disabled.
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3) Defining the Color Mode 4 of the 7 color modes are user definable, allowing you to choose the specific text and background colors for each, giving you color modes best suited to your visual condition and viewing needs. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control, and select [Advanced Options].
Contrast Control Due to variations in paper type, text type and color and the background color of documents or books that you are reading, you may need to adjust the contrast from 1 to 40 steps to read the documents or books clearly. 1.
Markers Markers help you to focus on the text that you are reading by narrowing the display area with window markers or by underlining the sentence that you are reading. 1) Setting Markers Use [ ] on the remote control to cycle through the available markers: [Horizontal Line Marker], [Vertical Line Marker], [Horizontal Window Marker] and [Vertical Window Marker].
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2) Change the color of the Line Marker When the line marker is displayed on the screen, you can change the color for easier viewing. 1. Press [ ] while holding down [ ] to change the color mode of the current line marker. 2.
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3) Adjust marker type and size ① Horizontal line marker ② Vertical line marker Press [ ] or [ ] to Press [ ] or [ ] to move move the marker position the marker vertically. horizontally. ③ Horizontal line marker ④...
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4) Marker Settings You can also use the menu to choose any of the 4 marker types, or you can choose to use no markers. 1. Select [Marker Settings], then press [ ] or [ 2. Select a marker type and press [ ] or [ 3.
Screen Capture To display a still image for a closer look at the content, or to save an image for later viewing, you can capture an image and save the content to a USB flash drive. 1) Screen Capture 1. Press the [ ], and the current image is frozen on the screen [ ] and a camera snapshot sound is heard.
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3. To return to live viewing, press [ ] again. 2) Saving a Still Image 1. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the product. 2. When the image is frozen, press and hold [ ] for more than 2 seconds.
OCR (Optical Character Recognition) OCR allows you to read text material aloud using the built- in text-to-speech. 1) Executing OCR 1. When the document is displayed on the monitor, press 2. The text of the document is analyzed and begins reading aloud.
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pressing [ ] again resumes reading. 5. To exit the OCR function, press [ ] or [ Note If the recognition rate is low at the minimum magnification rate, please try increasing the magnification rate and performing the OCR again. 2) OCR Languages You can add one secondary language in addition to the system...
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3) OCR Deskew Correction If you are finding OCR not to be accurate, it may be due to the text not being perfectly aligned. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control, and select [Advanced Options] 2. Select [OCR Settings], then press [ ] or [ 3.
File Viewer You can use the File Viewer to view saved images, OCR scans, videos, or text-based files. Supported File Formats Option Format MS Word 97~2014 (.doc, .docx, .dot, .dotx), Document Text (.txt, .asc), Rich Text (.rtf) Image PNG, BMP, JPG(JPEG) Video (Codec) MP4(H.263, H.264), 3GP Subtitles smi, srt...
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to move. 5. To move the selected items, press [ ], and then select [Copy] or [Cut]. 6. Move to the location where you want to place the files or folders, then press [ ] again. Select [Paste]. 7. To close the file menu, select [Exit]. Note When copying USB files, please note that overwriting existing files is not supported.
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Deleting Files 1. Press [ ] on the remote control. 2. Image, video, and document files and folders appear on the screen. 3. Press [ ] to open the file menu, and select, [Selection Mode]. 4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select files or folders.
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3) Scrolling documents Scroll functions Button Navigate by line Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ ] twice in Navigate by page quick succession Navigate by first Press [ character Note Flashing the first character is only supported in the Normal View.
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3. Select the desired document mode, then press [ ] or 4. To return to the previous screen, press [ ] or [ 5. The document is displayed on the screen in the selected mode. Document type mode Mode Screen Function Text remains in its original position, no...
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5) Auto-scroll Setting Allows you to view the content of the document without manually moving the reading position with the remote control. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control while a document is displayed on monitor. 2. The document automatically begins scrolling. 3.
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6) Document View Mode Type 1. Press [ ] on the remote control while a document is displayed on the monitor. 2. From the menu window, select [View Moe], then press [ ] or [ 3. Select the desired view mode, then press [ ] or 4.
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The document is Origin displayed in its original form View mode Each line of the document is displayed Line individually as it is read Mode aloud 7) Reading documents aloud When a document on the USB drive is displayed, press ] on the remote control.
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8) Set Bookmark You can bookmark a location in the document, so that you can easily return to it later. Saving Bookmark 1. Press [ ] on the remote control while a document is displayed on the monitor. 2. From the menu window, select [Bookmark], then press [ ] or [ 3.
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Moving to Bookmarks 1. Press [ ] on the remote control while a document is displayed on the monitor. 2. From the menu window, select [Bookmark], then press [ ] or [ 3. Select [Open Bookmark], and press [ ] or [ 4.
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9) File Information Displays file information including: file name, file type, file path, and file size. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control while a document is displayed on the monitor. 2. From the menu window, select [File Information], then press [ ] or [ 3.
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10) Exit Marks GoVision automatically saves a mark in your document when you close the file. The next time you open it, GoVision will prompt you whether to return to your last position or pace you at the top of the document.
Video Playback Settings 1) Playback While a video is running, use the following functions. Button Function Play / Pause You can change the color of the subtitles. Move the playback section Adjust voice volume 2) Repeat The Repeat function allows you to select and repeat a specific section of a video as many times as you wish.
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3) Subtitle Settings When a video containing subtitles is running, open the subtitle settings and you can control the sync and adjust the size and color of the subtitles. Run Subtitles 1. Press [ ] on the remote control during video playback.
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Subtitles Synchronization If, for some reason, the subtitle and the currently playing video do not match, you can adjust the synchronicity of the subtitles. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control during video playback. 2. From the menu, select [Subtitle Settings], then press [ ] or [ 3.
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Subtitle Size / Position / Color settings 1. Press [ ] on the remote control during video playback. 2. From the menu, select [Subtitle Settings], then press [ ] or [ 3. Select the item you want to change. 4. Use [ ] or [ ] to change the value of the current setting.
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4) Bookmark Settings Save Bookmarks 1. Press the [ ] on the remote control at the position you want to place a bookmark. 2. From the menu, select [Bookmark Settings], then press [ ] or [ 3. Select [Bookmark Save] and press [ ] or [ 4.
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Moving to Bookmarks 1. Press [ ] on the remote control during video playback. 2. From the menu, select [Bookmark Settings], then press [ ] or [ 3. Select [Bookmark Open] and press [ ] or [ 4. Select the bookmarked location you want to go to, and press [ ] or [ 5.
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5) File Information This option displays information such as Playing Time, File Name, File Type, File Path and File Size. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control during video playback. 2. From the menu, select [File Information], then press ] or [ 3.
Voice Guide 1) Product Languages You can select the language for the menus and prompts displayed on the screen and spoken by the voice guide. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control and select [Advanced Options]. 2. Select [Languages], then press [ ] or [ 3.
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2) Running the Voice Guide You can adjust speed, volume and pitch of the voice guide as well as turn it on and off. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control and select [Advanced Options]. 2. Select [Voice Attribute Setting], then press [ ] or 3.
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Note While in Near View Mode, adjust the volume using the ] and [ ], and adjust the speed using the [ ] and 3) Voice Attribute Settings 1. Select any of the settings, and press [ ] or [ ] to adjust the voice volume, speed or pitch.
Focus Lock If there is movement in the camera view, such as when you are writing under it, you may wish to lock the focus so that it doesn't try to follow your hand or pen. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control. 2.
Add-Ons Digital Photo Frames You can view images on a USB drive on GoVision's monitor as a slide show. Note The first time you connect a USB drive to the product, a [GoVision] folder is automatically created. If the folder does not exist, disconnect and reconnect the USB drive.
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] on the remote control. 4. Select [Digital Photo Frame], then press [ ] or 5. Pictures in the [GoVision] folder are sequentially displayed on the monitor. Note Press [ ] and [ ] simultaneously to start and stop the Digital Photo Frame.
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2) Digital Photo Frame Settings 1. Press [ ] on the remote control. 2. Select [Digital Photo Frame Settings], then press ] or [ 3. Select [Photo Transition Time], then press [ ] or 4. Select [Digital Photo Frame], then press [ ] or 5.
Digital Clock While using GoVision, you can easily check the time with the full-screen digital clock. Note Press [ ] and [ ] simultaneously and the Digital Clock appears on the screen. 1) Digital Clock Display 1. Press [ ] on the remote control.
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2) Digital Clock Settings If GoVision's clock is not correct, you can reset it to the current time. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control and select [Advanced Options]. 2. Select [Digital Clock Settings], then press [ ] or 3.
Screen Savers In order to protect the screen of the product, you may use the clock or your digital photos as a screen saver. 1. Press [ ] on the remote control and select [Advanced Options]. 2. Select [Screen Saver Settings], then press [ ] or 3.
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5. Select [Screen saver operation based on time], then press [ ] or [ Note To activate the screen saver, press [ ], [ ], [ simultaneously. If you press any button on the camera or remote control, or if the camera detects movement while the screen saver is in operation, the screen saver will be canceled.
My settings You can set and save your user settings, and easily restore them later. 1) Save Settings 1. Press [ ] on the remote control and select [Advanced Options]. 2. Select [User Options], then press [ ] or [ 3.
4. [Reset done] is displayed on the screen when the rest is complete. Note When GoVision is powered off, hold the center of the Jog switch and press and release the Power button. Hold the Jog Switch until the unit reboots, and all settings should be restored to the factory defaults.
GoVision as a Computer Display You can use the HDMI cable included in the product packaging to connect your GoVision to a PC or Mac and use it as a monitor. 1. Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the GoVision.
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3. While GoVision is powered on, briefly press and release the Power button. 4. The computer image is shown on the GoVision screen. Note When the GoVision is connected to a computer, the screen saver will not be activated, even if no activity occurs for the period of time you set in the Screen Saver Settings.
Maintenance Caution While transporting and storing the GoVision, be careful not to damage the LCD monitor. Transporting the Product The back of the unit is designed with a handle for easy carry and transport. Please use the mobile handle and other precautions to transport the unit properly to avoid damage or undue stress to the GoVision.
Storage To help protect the GoVision when storing it during long periods of disuse, please store it in environments that are not subject to extreme temperatures We recommend that after ensuring the camera arm is locked in the folded position, that you return GoVision to its original packing box for storage.
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You cannot see the letters clearly! If the image is out of focus, changing screen magnification or other options may make the image appear fuzzy. Try turning the Focus Lock on and off. Try adjusting the contrast level. Adjusting the contrast ...
Service Information JAWON Medical CO., LTD. offers free and paid services by the Fair Trade Commission and consumer damage compensation standards. Free Service If a manufacturing defect is encountered while using the product, you are entitled to free repair service for two years from the date of purchase.
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Non-Warranty Repair Service Note: Service required as a result of the following is not covered by the warranty, even if such circumstances occur during the warranty period, and thus, the customer is responsible for any related repair costs The product fails or is damaged as a result of dropping ...
Service Inquiries and Purchase Parts Main Phone 042-864-4601 Fax No. 042-864-0133 E-mail reception sales@himsintl.com Service Center operating hours Mon — Fri 9 am — 6 pm JAWON MEDICAL CO., LTD 174 Gajeong-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, Korea (34114) Tel.