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- Page 1 Helix HD User Manual English, Version 1 Copyright (C) 2008-2017, VisionAid International Ltd, all rights reserved.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Pacemaker Safety Guidelines ..............5 General Safety Guidelines ..............5 Box contents ....................6 Unpacking ....................7 Positioning Helix HD for use ..............7 Unfolding Helix HD ................. 7 Folding Helix HD for transport ..............9 Plugging in: ....................9 Display connection .................. - Page 3 Advanced settings ................18 About Helix HD ................... 18 Exit ..................... 19 Updating your Helix HD ................ 19 Hints and Tips - Troubleshooting ............21 The unit does not turn on ..............21 Nothing appears on your display ............21 The image does not change ..............
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Page 4: General Description
It connects via HDMI to any suitable display (TV screen or computer monitor). The Helix HD is supplied with a tactile wireless control pad which provides simple and intuitive controls. -
Page 5: Ownership And Intellectual Property
Ownership and intellectual property The software installed on the Helix HD makes use of third party software libraries that are redistributed under their own respective licenses. Copyright (C) 2009-2016 D. R. Commander. All Rights Reserved. Copyright (C) 2000-2015, Intel Corporation, all rights reserved. -
Page 6: Safety
Do not use the Helix HD near inadequately shielded medical devices. There are 2 magnets located within the base of the Helix HD and 3 in the control pad. The magnets used are: Neodymium N42 22 x 11 x 2 mm. -
Page 7: Box Contents
Box contents Your Helix HD box contains the following items: 1. Helix HD video magnifier. 2. Helix HD control pad (with magnetic control pad overlay). 3. 2 x AAA batteries. 4. HDMI cable. 5. Power supply. 6. Laminated Quick Reference Guide. -
Page 8: Unpacking
User Manual. Remove the top foam sheet. Take out the HDMI cable (in plastic bag). Lift the Helix HD out of its box (the control pad is located under the camera arm in the transport position). Place the Helix HD with its foam base down, onto a flat surface. - Page 9 2) Place one hand on the base and use your other to lift the front narrow section of the camera arm. Raise the camera arm from its transport position to the second (high) click position (approximately 30 degrees). 3) Grasp the top of the camera head (underneath the camera arm) and carefully rotate it downwards, towards you and up (approximately 160 degrees) until it is parallel to the base of the unit.
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Page 10: Folding Helix Hd For Transport
Folding Helix HD for transport To fold the Helix HD for transport, please carefully follow the unfolding steps in reverse order. Plugging in: All connections for the Helix HD are located on the rear panel of the unit. Display connection IMPORTANT: Before inserting the HDMI connector, make sure that the flat edge of the HDMI connector is facing upwards. -
Page 11: Hdmi Switcher Connection (If Required)
2) To show the connected device on your display either switch off the Helix HD, or press the external Input Select button located on the top left of the Helix HD Control pad explained (see on page 13). The Helix HD must be connected to the mains and the mains power switched on for the HDMI switcher to function. -
Page 12: Insert Batteries Into The Control Pad
Helix HD logo on your display. If nothing appears on your display check that the correct input source is selected (for further details please consult your display’s user manual). To turn the Helix HD off, rock the switch towards you. -
Page 13: Positioning Documents
Positioning documents The Helix HD cameras are located in the underside of the camera head. Place the document / object on the base, with the area you are wanting to view directly underneath the camera head. Adjusting camera head height Helix HD features 2 camera head heights: high and low. -
Page 14: Control Pad Explained
Simply lift the magnetic overlay off the control pad to show all dials and buttons. If you only require the basic features of your Helix HD, simply place the magnetic overlay back over the advanced feature controls on the control pad. -
Page 15: Magnification
Quick press: Handwriting mode, locks the focus and optimises camera settings for writing. Press and hold: Overview mode which reduces magnification to the minimum level. A rectangle appears displaying the area the Helix HD will zoom back to upon release. Colour... -
Page 16: Reading Guides
Quick press again to return to last used guide. Input Select Quick press: Switch between the Helix HD and another connected video device (see HDMI Switcher connection (if required) on page 10). Settings Quick press: Helix HD Settings appear on display. -
Page 17: Settings Menu Layout
Settings Menu Layout Settings Reading guides (Lines and blinds) Signature guide Simple: default setting (when rotating the Reading Guides dial it adjusts width and height simultaneously). Advanced: allows adjustment of all signature box parameters; useful for larger signature boxes e.g. passport applications. When the signature box is displayed: 1. -
Page 18: Screen Brightness (1-100)
Screen size (inches) This should automatically adjust to your display screen size. If your screen is not supported please enter your screen size manually here. This information allows your Helix HD to accurately display the magnification level. Custom colour combination... -
Page 19: Control Pad Battery (0-100%)
Rotate the dial to adjust focus. Quick press again to return to auto-focus. Lighting Automatic: default setting. Helix HD selects the appropriate lighting level. Off: for viewing shiny material e.g. mobile phone screens etc. -
Page 20: Exit
Inserting USB stick into your Helix HD Plug the USB stick into the USB port on the rear panel of your Helix HD. The USB stick will only insert one way up so take care when inserting. Forcing the USB stick into the USB port incorrectly can damage the unit and your memory stick;... - Page 21 Installation may take up to 5 minutes. Do not turn off the Helix HD or unplug the USB stick while the update is in progress. After installation is complete your Helix HD will automatically restart to finalise the update process.
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Page 22: Hints And Tips - Troubleshooting
Freeze mode. Smudges or blemishes appear on the display Turn off the Helix HD and clean the camera lens (the underside of the camera head) with a dry lint free cloth. Does not focus correctly ... -
Page 23: Control Pad Is Not Working
Make sure that you have the Helix HD positioned at its correct height position for the level of magnification you require (see page 12). Control pad is not working Ensure the batteries are located correctly in the control pad battery compartment located on the underside of the control pad. -
Page 24: Terms And Conditions Of Sale
This product is guaranteed from manufacturing faults for 24 months from the date of purchase. If you have any issues with the product and you did not purchase directly from VisionAid International then please contact your retailer in the first instance. -
Page 25: Appendix A: Technical Information
Appendix A: Technical Information General information Footprint (WxD) 400 x 150 mm 15.7 x 5.9 inches Unit dimensions (Folded) (LxWxH) 400 x 150 x 80 mm 15.7 x 5.9 x 3.1 inches Unit dimensions (In operation) 400 x 150 x 210 mm (LxWxH) 15.7 x 5.9 x 8.3 inches (footprint remains unchanged)
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