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  • Page 1 Phoroptor ® Digital Refraction System User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Reichert, Reichert Technologies, Phoroptor, ClearChart, and NearBright are registered trademarks of Reichert, Inc. LensChek and OptoChek are trademarks of Reichert, Inc. AMETEK is a registered trademark of AMETEK, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Symbol Information..............................5 Warnings and Cautions ............................6 Introduction ................................8 Instrument Setup ..............................9 Unpacking Instructions ............................ 9 Parts Identification ............................9 Connecting the Phoroptor VRx System ......................11 Connecting with Cables ..........................13 Connecting with Bluetooth Dongles ......................14 Bluetooth Dongle LED Lights Description .....................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents (continued) Direct Connection ............................ 43 Imported Data List ............................ 43 Entering Data Manually ..........................44 Starting a Refraction From Previously Saved, Transferred, or Input Data ............ 45 Running a Program ............................45 The Basics ..............................46 Eye Selection ............................. 46 Selecting a Data Field ..........................

  • Page 5: Symbol Information

    Symbol Information Symbol Information The following symbols appear on the instrument. Refer to Instruction Manual Caution Type B Product Classification Protective Earth Alternating Current Power ON / OFF Date of Manufacture 2018 Catalog Number Serial Number Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Compliance to Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC Authorized to mark given by Intertek ETL Semko for conformance with electrical standards...

  • Page 6: Warnings And Cautions

    Warnings and Cautions Warnings and Cautions Reichert Technologies (Reichert ) is not responsible for the safety and reliability of this instrument when ® ® unauthorized dealers or persons assemble, disassemble, repair, or modify the instrument, or when a person does not use the instrument in accordance with this User’s Guide. WARNING: AN INSTRUCTION THAT DRAWS ATTENTION TO THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Page 7 Warnings and Cautions (continued) Warnings and Cautions (continued) WARNING: PRIOR TO INSTALLING THE PHOROPTOR HEAD ONTO THE STAND ARM, VERIFY THAT THE ROD ON THE STAND ARM IS SECURE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE PHOROPTOR HEAD OR YOU MIGHT DAMAGE THE UNIT AND/OR INJURE THE PATIENT. WARNING: OTHER ELECTRICAL OR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT CAN INTERFERE WITH THE BLUETOOTH WIRELESS CONNECTION TRANSMITTERS OR RECEIVERS, EVEN IF THAT EQUIPMENT ALSO COMPLIES WITH CISPR EMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Phoroptor VRx, contact your local authorized Reichert dealer, or contact our Customer Service department directly: Tel: 716-686-4500 Fax: 716-686-4555 Email: reichert.information@ametek.com Indications for Use The Phoroptor VRx Digital Refraction System is designed for: •...

  • Page 9: Instrument Setup

    Instrument Setup Unpacking Instructions Great care is taken to deliver the Phoroptor VRx intact. Please read this User’s Guide before operating the unit. We package the instrument in shipping containers to protect the instrument from damage during shipping. Please carefully remove the Phoroptor Head, Controller, Central Unit, and Accessories Box from the packaging material.
  • Page 10 Instrument Setup (continued) Parts Identification (continued) Controller Central Unit 22 21 Phoroptor Head 16 15 Figure IS-01, Parts Identification 1. Illuminated Bubble Level & Power Indicator Light 13. EMR Connection Port for connecting to a computer 2. Threaded Screw for Near Vision Rod 14.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Phoroptor Vrx System

    Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting the Phoroptor VRx System WARNING: APPLY RATED INPUT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AS INDICATED ON THE DATA PLATE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE INSTRUMENT AND/OR INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR PATIENT. WARNING: CAREFULLY ARRANGE THE CABLES FOR THE UNIT AND ACCESSORIES, SO THE CABLES DO NOT PRESENT A TRIPPING HAZARD TO THE EXAMINER OR A DANGER TO THE PATIENT.
  • Page 12 Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting the Phoroptor VRx System (continued) 1. Align the pins in the Phoroptor Cable with the Phoroptor head. Refer to figure IS-03. 2. Connect the cable by turning the metal collar clockwise until it is fully secure. Refer to figure IS-04. 3. Connect the other end of the Phoroptor Cable to the Phoroptor port in the Central Unit.

  • Page 13: Connecting With Cables

    Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting with Cables The Phoroptor VRx can connect to multiple Projec- tors, Lensmeters, and Autorefractors easily with a wired connection. Refer to the instructions below to connect instruments with a cable. 1. Tap Settings, located at the top right of the Figure IS-06, Settings Controller screen.

  • Page 14: Connecting With Bluetooth Dongles

    Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting With Bluetooth Dongles Reichert developed a Bluetooth dongle to connect external devices wirelessly to the Phoroptor VRx. To communicate properly, the Bluetooth dongle must be paired with a specific port on the Central Unit. Perform the following steps in order to configure each Bluetooth dongle. Note: Do not connect the Bluetooth dongle to the power cord until directed to.
  • Page 15 Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting With Bluetooth Dongles (continued) 8. Connect the Bluetooth dongle to the power adapter provided. The LED should illuminate red, indicating it is ready to be paired. Refer to Figure IS-12. 9. Connect the Bluetooth dongle to the corresponding Red Light Central Unit port with the provided pairing cable.

  • Page 16: Bluetooth Dongle Led Lights Description

    Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting With Bluetooth Dongles (continued) Note: The LED will blink red if the connection fails. Note: If the Bluetooth dongle was successfully paired, “Connected” will appear in the upper right corner of the panel. Refer to Figure IS-18. If “Failed” appears, then press and hold the Bluetooth dongle’s reset switch, using an appropriate object (e.g., paperclip) for approximately 2 seconds.

  • Page 17: Connecting With Bluetooth Usb (Clearchart 4 Series Only)

    Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting With Bluetooth USB (ClearChart 4 Series Only) Reichert has a Bluetooth USB op- tion to connect a ClearChart 4, 4X, or 4P to the Phoroptor VRx. In order to establish wireless communications between the Phoroptor VRx and a ClearChart, the Projector port must first be paired to the Bluetooth USB adapter.
  • Page 18 Instrument Setup (continued) Connecting With Bluetooth USB (ClearChart 4 Series Only) (continued) Note: If the desired Bluetooth USB device is not found, tap the Discover button again. 11. Once the Bluetooth address is displayed, select the address that matches the address on the ClearChart and tap Pair.

  • Page 19: Emr Setup

    Instrument Setup (continued) EMR Setup The Phoroptor VRx can connect to an EMR system one of two ways, depending on the capability of the EMR system. Contact the EMR company to find out if the specific EMR system is configured to support one-way or two-way communication.

  • Page 20: Setup

    Instrument Setup (continued) EMR Setup (continued) Setup 1. Tap Settings, located at the top right of the Controller screen. 2. Tap Ports on the Settings menu. 3. In the Port Selection panel, tap EMR. Refer to Figure IS-25. 4. In the Port Settings panel, select the device according to the list below. Devices Phoroptor VRx - Sends Phoroptor VRx final refraction data only (including subjective refraction data and binocular test results).

  • Page 21: Printer

    Instrument Setup (continued) Printer 1. Tap Settings, located at the top right of the Controller screen. 2. Tap Ports on the Settings menu. 3. In the Port Selection panel, tap Printer. Refer to Figure IS-27. 4. In the Port Settings panel, select the MCP1000. Refer to Figure IS-27. 5.

  • Page 22: Daisy Chaining Multiple Phoroptor Vrx Systems

    Instrument Setup (continued) Daisy Chaining Multiple Phoroptor VRx Systems When an EMR system only supports one way communication in a setup with multiple Phoroptor VRx units, Daisy chaining is required to get the pre-test data to all of the Phoroptor VRx units. Pre-test equip- ment is sent to the first Phoroptor VRx in the chain, and the data is then sent to all of the other Phoroptor VRx systems via the Instrument 1 or 2 and Transfer ports as shown in Figure IS-28.

  • Page 23: Connecting With Internal Bluetooth

    Instrument Setup (continued) Daisy Chaining Multiple Phoroptor VRx’s (continued) Connecting with Internal Bluetooth 1. Tap Settings, located at the top right of the Controller screen. 2. Tap Ports on the Settings menu. 3. In the Port Settings panel, tap Transfer in the Port Selection column. Be sure that under Device, VRx Transfer is selected.

  • Page 24: Near Vision Rod And Card

    Instrument Setup (continued) Near Vision Rod and Card The Phoroptor VRx includes a Near vision rod, and a near vision card attached to a card illuminator. Place the three AAA batteries in the card illuminator. Slide the card illuminator onto the near vision rod. Loosen the convergence lever thumb screw, install the rod into the convergence lever, and tighten the thumb screw.

  • Page 25: Controller Keypad

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Keypad 10 11 26 25 23 22 Figure IS-33, Controller Keypad 1. C—Clear 17. Enter Key 2. AR—Auto Refractor 18. Green button for Split Prism Test 3. LM—Lensmeter 19. L—Open Left Eye, Close Right Eye 4. R—Right Eye Occluder 20.

  • Page 26: Lens Buttons

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Keypad (continued) Lens Buttons These buttons control the lenses and apertures during an exam. Press the different types of but- tons (S, C, A, Add) to activate different sets of lenses in the Phoroptor VRx Head. Enters Clear Mode, to enable the clearing of individual data or all of the data.

  • Page 27: Chart Buttons

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Keypad (continued) Chart Buttons These buttons control the optotype size and layout on the connected acuity chart. Up Arrow Improves visual acuity or increases optotype size, depending on the user selected setting. Square Displays three lines of optotypes. Down Arrow Decreases visual acuity or decreases optotype size, depending on the user selected setting.

  • Page 28: Quick Comparison Buttons

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Keypad (continued) Quick Comparison But- tons These buttons allow different lenses to be presented to the patient. Press each button to easily compare various pre- scriptions. CC stands for ‘cum-correctore’, or ‘with correction’. SUBJ This button presents the current subjective data in the Phoroptor VRx head. This button presents the autorefractor data in the Phoroptor VRx head.

  • Page 29: Controller Screen

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Screen Figure IS-34, Display Screen 1. Date and Time 13. Acuity Chart Masks 2. Exam Time 14. On/Off for Darkening Acuity Chart Display 3. Right and Left Apertures 15. Menu Bar 4. Pupillary Distance 16. Near Vision Toggle 17.

  • Page 30: Top Menu Bar

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Screen (continued) Top Menu Bar 1. Date - Displays the current date. 2. Time - Displays the current time. 3. Exam Time - Shows how much time has elapsed for the current exam. 4. Right Eye Aperture - Shows the current state of the right eye aperture.

  • Page 31: Acuity Chart Menu

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Screen (continued) Acuity Chart Menu 1. Charts - Easy access to the favorite charts that were selected in the Settings menu. Tapping a chart will display that chart on the acuity system. 2. Chart Masks - Multiple lines, single horizontal line, single vertical line, single optotype, and red/green masks are avail- able.

  • Page 32: Program

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Screen (continued) Program This section displays the available programs. When a program is selected, this will change to display the current, previous, and follow- ing step in the program, as well as controls to pause or stop the program. Bottom Menu Bar 1.

  • Page 33: Auxiliary Lenses Or Filters

    Instrument Setup (continued) Controller Screen (continued) Auxiliary Lenses or Filters Tap the Auxiliary Lenses icon to access the auxiliary lenses and filters. The bottom Selection Bar will change to display the available Auxiliary Lenses and Filters. Tap the icon again to exit the menu.

  • Page 34: Settings

    Instrument Setup (continued) Settings The Settings menu is accessible from the Main screen, by tapping the gear icon on the top right corner. 1. Tap Settings, located at the top right of the Controller screen. 2. To modify a setting, tap the box of the setting to reveal a drop-down list of options. 3.
  • Page 35 Instrument Setup (continued) Settings (continued) Settings Options (continued) Prism Units Retinoscopy • X/Y coordinates • Sphere +1.5 D (Base In, Base Out, Base Up, Base • Sphere +2.0 D Down) • Polar (Polar coordinates) Fog Amount BB Fog Amount Select the amount of auto-fogging preferred: Select the amount of auto-fogging preferred for •...
  • Page 36 Instrument Setup (continued) Settings (continued) Settings Options (continued) XCyl Auto XCyl Mode If Xcyl Auto is on, the XCyl Mode selected Specifies the type of XCyl test that automatically below automatically begins when Cylinder starts when a XCyl test is selected. or Axis is selected on the Main Screen or •...
  • Page 37 Instrument Setup (continued) Settings (continued) Output Options CVD (Corneal Vertex Distance) The subjective refraction data sent to EMR and the printer is adjusted according to the selected vertex distance. The CVD of the Phoroptor VRx head is 16mm and the values displayed in the main data area are shown using that CVD.

  • Page 38: Programs

    Instrument Setup (continued) Programs Custom refraction steps can be recorded in up to four different programs. Programs are run by tapping the number of the program at the bottom right of the main screen. Creating a Program 1. Tap Programs in the bottom bar of the Settings menu. 2.

  • Page 39: Modifying And Deleting Steps

    Instrument Setup (continued) Programs (continued) Modifying and Deleting Steps 1. Tap the step to be modified or deleted in the Program Listing panel. 2. Make any desired changes to the selected Mode, Eye, or Chart. 3. Tap Modify or Delete in the menu bar at the bottom of the screen. 4. When modifications are complete, tap Save to save any changes made to the program. Note: Tapping Exit without first tapping Save ignores any changes made in the Programs screen.

  • Page 40: Charts

    Instrument Setup (continued) Charts The top half of the Charts screen contains all available charts. The lower left section contains the preferred charts. These charts are visible on the main screen and are quickly accessible when performing a refrac- tion. The lower right section displays the chosen charts assigned to specific tests. Refer to Figure IS-37. Selecting a Preferred Chart 5.

  • Page 41: Performing An Exam

    Performing an Exam Aligning the Phoroptor Head Once the Phoroptor Head is powered on and completes an initialization process, an exam can be performed. 1. Place the Phoroptor Head in front of the patient, centering it in front of the patient’s eyes. Thumb 2.

  • Page 42: Data Input

    Performing an Exam (continued) Data Input Previous measurements can be imported as a starting point for a refraction. The data table containing columns of data is on the main screen. These columns are used to display data imported from connect- ed equipment, or data entered manually.

  • Page 43: Direct Connection

    Performing an Exam (continued) Data Input (continued) Inputting Data Electronically (continued) Direct Connection The measurement data from the Lensmeter and Auto Refractor directly populates the LM and AR data fields in the Controller display. The data transfer takes place when the user presses the data output but- tons on each pre-test device.

  • Page 44: Entering Data Manually

    Performing an Exam (continued) Data Input (continued) Entering Data Manually Unlock Icon 1. Tap the drop-down list in the main display area to open a list of different data sets. Refer to Figure PE-06. 2. Select the type of data to enter. To enter auto refractor data, tap the AR option in the drop-down list or press the AR button.

  • Page 45: Starting A Refraction From Previously Saved, Transferred, Or Input Data

    Performing an Exam (continued) Starting a Refraction From Previously Saved, Transferred, or Input Data 1. Tap the drop-down list in the center display area or press the AR or LM button on the keypad to select the data to be used (e.g., LM, AR). The data from the boxes are transferred to the active refraction data field.

  • Page 46: The Basics

    Performing an Exam (continued) The Basics Eye Selection Press the R, L, or B button to open the apertures for the right eye, left eye, or both eyes, respectively . The aperture for the inactive eye automatically closes during refraction. The default setting for the open aperture at the start of a new exam is selected in the Setup Menu.

  • Page 47: Adjusting Sphere

    Performing an Exam (continued) The Basics (continued) Adjusting Sphere 1. Activate the Sphere value field. 2. Turn the CONTROL KNOB to adjust the Sphere value by ±0.25 D, or press and turn the CONTROL KNOB to adjust the Sphere value by ±1.00 D per click stop.

  • Page 48: Cross Cylinder

    Performing an Exam (continued) Cross Cylinder 1. Tap XCyl in the menu bar at the bottom of the main screen, or Press both the C and A buttons to activate the Cross Cylinder function. 2. If the XCyl Mode setting is set to “User Select,” three test options display: Manual, Smart, or Split Cyl. •...

  • Page 49: Manual Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Cross Cylinder (continued) Manual Test Note: Tap Test to switch the type of XCyl test (Manual/Smart/Split Cyl). The Manual Cross Cylinder test allows the user to refine Axis in 1°, 5°, or 10° increments, and adjust Cylinder in ±0.25 D, ±0.50 D, or ±1.00 D increments.
  • Page 50 Performing an Exam (continued) Cross Cylinder (continued) Manual Test (continued) 8. Turn the CONTROL KNOB to present position 1 and position 2 to the patient. In the lens aperture at the top of the screen, the blue line indicates the axis of increased cylinder value presented to the patient.

  • Page 51: Smart Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Cross Cylinder (continued) Smart Test Note: Tap Test to switch the type of XCyl test (Manual/Smart/Split Cyl). 1. Tap XCyl on the menu bar at the bottom of the main screen. 2. Tap Smart to begin the Smart Cylinder test. Spherical equivalent is maintained during Cylinder power adjustment.
  • Page 52 Performing an Exam (continued) Cross Cylinder (continued) Smart Test (continued) 8. Turn the CONTROL KNOB to present position 1 and position 2 to the patient. The amount of Cyl change is indicated in the lens aperture at the top of the screen. 9.

  • Page 53: Split Cyl Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Cross Cylinder (continued) Split Cyl Test Note: Tap Test to switch the type of XCyl test (Manual/Smart/Split Cyl). The Split Cyl Cross Cylinder test shows the patient two charts at the same time when adjusting Axis and Cylinder.

  • Page 54: Binocular Balance

    Performing an Exam (continued) Binocular Balance 1. Press the BB button, or tap BB on the main screen, to begin Binocular Balance. 2. The Binocular Balance test automatically places prism in each eye (3D base down in the right eye and 3D base up in the left eye), and fogs the left and right eye.

  • Page 55: Near Vision Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Near Vision Test 1. Lower the Near Vision rod. • The Add boxes are highlighted. • Both apertures are open. • Phoroptor head converges to 15.75 in. (40 cm). Note: The NearBright automatically illuminates when the Near Vision rod is lowered. 2.

  • Page 56: Fused Cross Cylinder Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Near Vision Test (continued) Fused Cross Cylinder Test 1. Select the Cross Grid Chart on the reading card. Note: The Fixed Cross Cylinder lenses (+0.50 D, Axis 90°) are placed in the lens apertures. 2. Ask the patient: “Which is better (sharper and clearer), the horizontal or the vertical lines?” 3.

  • Page 57: Amplitude Of Accommodation Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Near Vision Test (continued) Amplitude of Accommodation Test 1. Tap the Accommodation screen icon to measure the Amplitude of Accommodation or Accommoda- tive Response. Note: Amplitude of Accommodation is measured monocularly. 2. Turn the CONTROL KNOB to add minus (-) power to the right eye (using the patient’s Near Vision addition as the starting point), until the patient states that the target blurs.

  • Page 58: Prism Testing

    Performing an Exam (continued) Prism Testing Prism lenses move in automatically when the prism test is engaged. Not all models of the Phoroptor VRx come with prism compensators. 1. Press the PRISM button, or tap Prism, to begin the Prism test. Note: When using any of the automated Prism tests (e.g., Phoria, Vergence, Binocular Balance), the lens apertures are occluded initially when the prism lenses are activated, and...

  • Page 59: Phoria

    Performing an Exam (continued) Prism Testing (continued) Phoria Phoria Testing - Distance 1. Press the PRISM button, or tap Prism. 2. Tap Phoria in the menu bar at the bottom of the screen. Note: The Phoria test automatically places Prism power of 6 D BD in the right eye and 10 D BI in the left eye.

  • Page 60: Vertical Phorias Test

    Performing an Exam (continued) Prism Testing (continued) Phoria (continued) Complete the Phoria Test Tap Set Prism to set the patient’s Prism values to that determined by the Phoria test or tap Save to exit the test and return the prisms to their previous values. Phoria Testing - Near 1.

  • Page 61: Vergence

    Performing an Exam (continued) Prism Testing (continued) Vergence Vergence Testing or Fusion Range Measurement - Distance 1. Press the PRISM button, or tap Prism. 2. Tap Vergence in the menu bar at the bottom of the screen. This test automatically advances through the steps of measuring: •...

  • Page 62: Infraergence

    Performing an Exam (continued) Prism Testing (continued) Vergence (continued) Infravergence and Supravergence can now be measured in each eye. Infravergence 1. Enter BD prism slowly, until the patient sees two images. 2. Press the CONTROL KNOB, or tap Break. 3. Enter BU prism until the images converge again. 4.

  • Page 63: Vertex Distance Calculator

    Performing an Exam (continued) Vertex Distance Calculator To view the current refraction data at a different vertex distance, use the Vertex Distance Calculator. Tap the different vertex distances to display the adjusted values. Tap SE to display the spherical equivalent. Close the Vertex Distance Calculator by tapping Exit.

  • Page 64: Comparing Refraction Data

    Performing an Exam (continued) Comparing Refraction Data One of the advantages of the Phoroptor VRx is the ability to quickly and easily compare different refractions with the push of a button, enabling patients to see the difference between old and new prescriptions, or the difference between two pos- sible prescriptions.

  • Page 65: Emr And Printing

    Performing an Exam (continued) EMR and Printing It is essential to either send the refraction data to an EMR system or the printer before clearing data and preparing for the next patient. The refraction data is not stored in the Phoroptor VRx, so it cannot be recalled for reference at a later time.

  • Page 66: Data Output

    Performing an Exam (continued) EMR and Printing (continued) Data Output Each patient data record includes: • Sphere (Right and Left Eye, Far and Near) • Cylinder (Right and Left Eye) • Axis (Right and Left Eye) • Prism (Right and Left Eye) •...

  • Page 67: Clear

    Performing an Exam (continued) Clear Press the yellow C button (in the upper left corner) or tap Clear on the bottom of the controller screen to enter Clear mode. Note: Clear Mode will be active until the ENTER button is pressed, or Exit is tapped, to exit Clear Mode. Figure PE-15, Clear Mode Clearing a Single Field Tap the box on the screen for the individual data field to be cleared (e.g., Tap the Right Eye, Sphere).

  • Page 68: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning WARNING: ANY REPAIR OR SERVICE TO THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE PERFORMED BY EXPERIENCED PER- SONNEL OR DEALERS THAT ARE TRAINED BY REICHERT SO THAT CORRECT OPERATION OF THIS INSTRU- MENT IS MAINTAINED. WARNING: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER CORD BEFORE CLEANING ANY SURFACE ON THE INSTRUMENT. CAUTION: DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR STRONG CLEANING SOLUTIONS ON ANY PART OF THIS INSTRUMENT OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT MAY OCCUR.
  • Page 69 Cleaning and Maintenance (continued) Cleaning (continued) Forehead Rest Cleaning and Disinfection For hygienic reasons, the Forehead Rest may be cleaned with a clean cloth moistened with a mild deter- gent solution (1 cc of liquid dish soap to one liter of clean, filtered water (filtered below 5 microns)). Note: If the Forehead Rest must be sanitized, a 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe may be used.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Only those errors indicated on the display are directly important to the user and are listed below. In case of support requests, please refer to the Error Log File (Settings - Service - Show Error Log File) where a detailed listing of all errors, warnings, and status messages are located.
  • Page 71 Troubleshooting (continued) Troubleshooting (continued) Error Source Probable Cause Solution No image in the display • Failure of fuses on the cable plug of • Exchange the fuses on the cable plug despite switched-on unit. the central unit. of the central unit. •...

  • Page 72: Service Menu

    Troubleshooting Service Menu Tap Service in the menu bar at the bottom of the Settings menu to display the System Information. Figure IS-33, Service Menu System Information The Service Information section lists the following information: • Application Version - The installed system software. •...
  • Page 73 Troubleshooting (continued) Service Menu (continued) Set Date/Time 1. Tap + or - in the Set Date/Time box to change the date and time. 2. Tap Set to set the date and time. Import Settings and Export Settings Import Settings Import Settings allows the user to import settings from a USB drive. Export Settings Export Settings allows the user to export the current settings to a USB drive.
  • Page 74 Troubleshooting Service Menu (continued) Keyboard Test Buttons 1. Tap Keyboard Test to begin the test, which ensures that all of the Keypad buttons function properly. Refer to Figure IS-35. 2. Press each Keypad button to ensure all buttons function properly. 3.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications REF 16241 / 16242 Physical Dimensions Phoroptor Head Spherical Effects ....................+17.75 to -22.25 D Steps ........................... 0.25 and 1.0 D Cylinder Power ......................-8.0 to +8.0 D Steps ........................... 0.25 and 1.0 D Axis Adjustment ........................0° to 180° Steps ..........................

  • Page 76: Classifications

    Specifications (continued) Operational Conditions Operating: 106 kPa 35°C Temperature: 10° C (50° F) to 35° C (95° F) Relative Humidity: 30% to 90% Atmospheric Pressure: 80 (23.6 in. Hg) to 10°C 80 kPa 106 kPa (31.3 in. Hg) Storage: 106 kPa 55°C Temperature: -10°...

  • Page 77: Guidance Tables

    Guidance Tables Guidance Tables Table 201 – Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Emissions All Equipment and Systems Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions The Phoroptor VRx is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the Phoroptor VRx should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 78 Guidance Tables (continued) Table 202 – Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity All Equipment and Systems Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The Phoroptor VRx is suitable for use in electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the Phoroptor VRx should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance...
  • Page 79 Guidance Tables (continued) Table 204 – Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity Equipment and Systems that are NOT Life-supporting Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The Phoroptor VRx is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or user of the Phoroptor VRx should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance...
  • Page 80 Guidance Tables (continued) Table 206 – Recommended Separation Distances between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Phoroptor VRx for ME Equipment and ME Systems that are NOT Life-supporting. Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity Recommended Separation Distances for between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Phoroptor VRx The Phoroptor VRx is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.

  • Page 81: Appendix A - Compatibility Chart

    Appendices Appendix A - Compatibility Chart WARNING: ANY NON-MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT USED WITH THE PHOROPTOR VRx MUST BE COMPLIANT WITH APPLICABLE IEC OR ISO SAFETY STANDARDS. Auto Refractors Lensmeters REICHERT RK600/700 REICHERT AL 200 REICHERT OPTOCHEK REICHERT AL 500 ™ CANON R-XX REICHERT AL 700 CANON RK-XX...

  • Page 82: Appendix B - Phoroptor Vrx, Lensmeter, And Auto Refractor Data

    Appendices (continued) Appendix B - Phoroptor VRx, Lensmeter, and Auto Refractor Data Data output from the printer will now always include final subjective refraction data from the Phoroptor VRx and Auto Refractor and Lensmeter data if they were sent to the Phoroptor VRx. This is a sample of the printer data output.

  • Page 83: Warranty

    Warranty Warranty and Limitation of Liability This product is warranted by Reichert Technologies (“Reichert”) against defective material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two years from the date of invoice to the original purchaser. (An authorized dealer shall not be considered an original purchaser.) Under this warranty, Reichert’s sole obligation is to repair or replace the defective part or product at Reichert’s discretion.
  • Page 84 Reichert, Inc. 3362 Walden Ave Suite 100 Depew, NY 14043 Toll Free: 888-849-8955 Phone: 716-686-4500 Fax: 716-686-4555 Email: reichert.information@ametek.com www.reichert.com AMETEK GmbH Business Unit Reichert Carl-von-Linde-Strasse 42 85716 Unterschleissheim/Munich Germany Email: info.reichert-de@ametek.com Tel: +49 (89) 315 8911 0 Fax: +49 (89) 315 891 99 ISO-13485 Certified 16241-101 Rev.

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