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Volk Pictor Plus User Manual

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Volk Pictor Plus
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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL Volk Pictor Plus Digital Imaging Device...

  • Page 2: Quick Start Guide

    In addition, the sales case includes: (2) Batteries Cleaning cloth User manual NOTE: Refer to the Instructions for Use page on the Volk website for the most current version of the user manual: www.volk.com/ifu The following accessory can be purchased separately: Pictor Plus Slit Lamp Adapter (VP2SLM) that enables the camera to be used as stationary imaging tool.
  • Page 3 If the battery is stored in the camera, then the camera must be placed in the cradle with the cradle power cable connected. Device should not be used when battery cover is open. IM-071 Rev G Page 3 of 50...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS QUICK START GUIDE ........................2 TABLE OF CONTENTS........................4 INDICATIONS FOR USE ......................5 ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE ...................... 6 CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR USE OF THE EYE OPTICS RETINA MODULE VP2RET AND THE EYE OPTICS ANTERIOR MODULE VP2ANT ..................7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....................

  • Page 5: Indications For Use

    1 INDICATIONS FOR USE Pictor Plus is a medical digital camera that is used with dedicated optic lenses intended to take images of the eye fundus, and surface of the eye. Supported optic lenses and their intended uses are: Component: Description: Module for fundus imaging.

  • Page 6: Essential Performance

    2 ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE The essential performance of Volk Pictor Plus camera is to take images and video for consultation and documentation purposes with safe illumination levels according to the standard ISO 15004-2:2007. IM-071 Rev G Page 6 of 50...

  • Page 7: Contraindications For Use Of The Eye Optics Retina Module Vp2Ret And The Eye Optics Anterior Module Vp2Ant

    This will apply particularly if the eye has been exposed to retinal photography. Pictor Plus VP2RET and VP2ANT are classified as Group 2 based on standard ISO 15004-2:2007. The daily usage time and maximum allowed number of pulses is calculated based on optical classification results according to standard ISO 15004-2:2007.

  • Page 8: Warnings And Cautions

    USB write protection is on by default. When protection is on this feature will prevent writing to camera memory card from PC when connected to the cradle. USB connection works without power cable. There is no USB charging in Pictor Plus camera.

  • Page 9: Important Symbols

    Type BF applied parts. Applied part is a part of Pictor Plus that in normal use necessarily comes into physical contact with the patient. Charger polarity symbol, voltage, and power.

  • Page 10: Parts Of The Device

    6 PARTS OF THE DEVICE 1. Bayonet connector 2. Bayonet hole 3. Optics release button 4. Dual action shutter 5. Snap for opening battery cover 6. System connector IM-071 Rev G Page 10 of 50...
  • Page 11 7. Connection 8. Reset button 9. Power LED 10. Right soft key 11. Left soft key 12. Middle key 13. Arrow keys CRADLE: 14. Cradle docking connector 15. USB cord 16. Power cord IM-071 Rev G Page 11 of 50...
  • Page 12 SOFT KEY INDICATORS: Position Indicator Purpose To power on the device Left soft key To power off the device, with long press Right soft key Open menu with long press LED INDICATORS: The recharging and connection to PC is indicated with green (charging) and blue (connection) LED-lights: Position Indicator Purpose...
  • Page 13 GRAPHICAL INDICATORS: These indicators are displayed on the top row of the display during imaging: 1. S=Still, V=Video 2. Folder number 3. Optics: RET (eye), ANT (eye surface), FA (angiogram), DF (no lens) 4. Battery level 5. Time 6. Variable indicator (changes with optics module according to middle key function) 7.

  • Page 14: Usage Environment Requirements

    Pictor Plus is intended to be used inside; within a normal room temperature and a normal humidity environment. Do not use Pictor Plus in an environment where there is a possibility for water to condense on or inside the Pictor Plus. The type of power supply required is indicated in the Technical Description section.

  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    8.1. Preparations Pictor Plus is both charged and connected to a PC using the provided cradle. When Pictor Plus is not used, it may be stored in the cradle. Storing the device in the cradle is not harmful for the battery because the battery is charged only when the charge has dropped below a certain limit.

  • Page 16: Basic Use - Starting Up, Shutting Down, And Taking An Image

    8.3. Basic use – starting up, shutting down, and taking an image The device is powered on by pressing the left soft key. Pictor Plus verifies if image data is to be erased when:  Device is powered on from power off mode or power save mode ...

  • Page 17: Attaching And Detaching Optics Module

    8.4. Attaching and detaching optics module CAUTION: Optic modules used with Volk Optical Pictor Plus must include text “PICTOR PLUS” or “PICTOR”. Please do not attach other objects to the bayonet connector. Optics are attached by placing it in front of the bayonet area of the device.
  • Page 18 The table below includes explanations of the device settings tab: Values (default Setting Purpose bolded) To preview the images on the camera, press the Preview images middle button. To create a new patient folder, press the middle New patient folder button.
  • Page 19 Preview images Image preview is opened by selecting “Preview files” with the middle key. Images are browsed by using arrow keys. The display gives information about usage of the image preview. The image can be zoomed while previewing by pressing the middle key. Move around the image by pressing arrow keys.
  • Page 20 Video file format The camera has two file formats that the user can choose for videos: MPEG4 and MPEG1. MPEG4 is a higher quality file format but may not be compatible with all video players. MPEG1 format is more widely supported by different software applications. Image transfer method There are three options for the image transfer method: UMS (USB Mass Storage) or WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) and WiFi.

  • Page 21: Patient List Editor

    8.6. Patient List editor Patient information usage can be enabled and disabled. There can be maximum 500 patients on the list. The name of the patient is shown in the lower right-hand side of the live view screen, above the right soft key if the current folder is linked to a patient.

  • Page 22: Patient Information

    8.8. Patient Information What Is Patient Information Entry? The Pictor Plus has a feature that allows entry of patient information (e.g., patient name, ID number, or other identifier information).  The patient information can contain a maximum of 32 characters, including letters (upper or lower case), numbers, and some special characters: ( ) , .
  • Page 23  Location 2: the jpeg filename o The jpeg filename has 8 characters with a “.jpg” extension. o The naming convention is dependent on whether the setting for mark side is active o The first two characters are used either for marking the side or the type of image taken. o The last two characters of the jpeg filename are reserved for the module used to produce the image: File name...
  • Page 24 If you have selected “Fol.” for the “Start query” option in the “Device” tab of the Device Menu, you will be given the prompt “Create a new folder for new patient images?” when powering on the Pictor Plus or removing it from its charging cradle.
  • Page 25  When an image file is selected, that filename and its folder name will be highlighted with white text. o While you have selected the newest folder, listed at the top of the folder list, press the right soft key under the “Link” icon to go to the Patient List. (If you are selecting a different folder, the “Link”...

  • Page 26: Reset Button

    RET tab if mydriatic drops are used. Pictures can also be taken using infrared light for both aiming and capturing. Pictor Plus Retina has 9 internal fixation targets for the patient to fixate on while imaging. Below, will guide how to control the fixation lights.
  • Page 27 Instant review can be enabled/disabled in the Pictor Plus optics menu. An image can be zoomed during the instant preview by pressing the middle key. There are four zoom levels (1, 2, 4, and 8).
  • Page 28 It is recommended that image data storage is always erased before images of a new patient are captured. The camera keys function as shown in the image below when the Pictor Plus Retina optics module is attached: 1. Short: Target low, target high, target off Long: Power on, power off 2.
  • Page 29 The table below provides explanations for the key functions: Press Function Explanation The fixation target is off by default and can be turned Control on by pressing the left soft key. The fixation target fixation Short light has two levels: Low and High. If the patient target level Left soft key cannot see the light on low level, then turn it up to...
  • Page 30 Capture mode Both still images and video can be taken with the Pictor Plus camera. The shutter button must be held down while taking the video. The video recording will stop once the shutter button is released.

  • Page 31: Eye Imaging Using Anterior Ophthalmic Module Vp2Ant

    Cradle for charging and image transfer Pictor Plus Anterior optics module has two light sources, white and cobalt blue light. The user can choose between the light sources by pressing the left soft key while the Anterior module is attached.
  • Page 32 PC if Wi-Fi connection is active. Pictor Plus works as any other digital camera. Manually erase the image or video by choosing menu, and then preview images. The specific image or the specific folder can be selected to be erased.
  • Page 33 The camera keys function as shown in image below when the Pictor Plus Anterior optics module is attached: 1. Short: Focus window, zoom, move between tabs Long: Power on, power off 2. Focus manually, zoom in, move focus window 3. Short: Focus Auto/Manual, move between tabs Long: Menu 4.
  • Page 34 The table below provides explanations for the key functions: Press Function Explanation When the focus window is visible, it is possible to Edit focus move it using the arrow keys to better capture the window, Short wanted area. Digital zoom can be used for close-up of activate Left soft key features and image focus.
  • Page 35 Capture mode Both still images and video can be taken with the Pictor Plus camera. The shutter button must be held down while taking the video. The video recording will stop once the shutter button is released.
  • Page 36 Instant review Instant review can be ON/OFF according to user need, as available in ANT optics menu. When the reviewing zoom level is 1x, the user can change the image to be reviewed with left and right arrow keys. Images are in showing order Normal, Low-red, Red-free, IR. NOTE: The camera stores selected menu settings when it is powered off.

  • Page 37: Error Messages

    11 ERROR MESSAGES The Pictor Plus will display error messages about the limitations of the usage. An error message is always displayed with an explanatory message providing information about possible actions. List of the all possible error messages: Error message:...

  • Page 38: Cleaning Instructions

    12 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Volk Optical Pictor Plus is a precision optics instrument that should be handled with care. Please note the following cleaning instructions:  Shut down device before cleaning it  Before cleaning the cradle, disconnect the its cables from electrical outlet and computer ...

  • Page 39: Device Maintenance

    13 DEVICE MAINTENANCE Pictor Plus contains a rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack. Service life of the battery is approximately 1-2 years. Battery needs to be replaced on planned intervals. When battery is at end of its service life, usage time of the device goes down.

  • Page 40: Technical Description

    82.30(w) x 166.50(h) x 66.50(d) mm Weight: 400 g Battery: Rechargeable Ni-MH Cylinder cell, HR4U 700 AAA, 4.8 V, 1.0 Ah User can change battery. Batteries provided by Volk Optical. Usage time: 1h 30min with full battery CHARGING CRADLE: Type:...
  • Page 41 NON-MYDRIATIC OPHTHALMIC MODULE VP2RET CONNECTED TO THE PICTOR PLUS HANDSET VP2HAND: Type: Pictor Plus Retina (VP2RET) Intended use: Intended to capture digital images and video of the fundus of the human eye. Illumination: Infrared LED for targeting Visible white LED for photographing...
  • Page 42 The software version is displayed in the menu under the device tab. EXPECTED USAGE LIFE OF THE PICTOR PLUS: There are no strict limitations on expected usage life of the Pictor Plus. Usage life is expected to be approximately five years.

  • Page 43: Warranty

    If you wish to contact your local support personnel, please call 440-942-6161 or email volk@volk.com 15 WARRANTY Volk Optical provides this device with a 1 year warranty for the parts and labor. The warranty for the battery is 6 months. Additional warranty is available for purchase from Volk Optical. SUBMITTING CLAIM: Any claim under this warranty must be submitted in writing before the end of the warranty period to Volk Optical.

  • Page 44: Appendix Aelectromagnetic Compatibility Information

    Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the Pictor Plus camera, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
  • Page 45 MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY: The Pictor Plus is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Pictor Plus should assure that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic Immunity test...
  • Page 46 If the measured field strength in the location in which the Pictor Plus is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, Pictor Plus should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the Pictor Plus.
  • Page 47 The Pictor Plus is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Volk Optical Pictor Plus can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Volk Optical Pictor Plus as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

  • Page 48: Appendix Breplacing The Battery

    APPENDIX B REPLACING THE BATTERY A battery pack is specially designed and manufactured for this device. Volk Optical and Volk Optical’s retailers provide suitable battery packs. The label on the battery displays the following information: NiMH battery 4.8V/1000 mAh THE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE BATTERY IS AS FOLLOWS: 1.
  • Page 49 Ordering Information: Orders may be placed with the Authorized Volk Optical Distributor in your region. Authorized Distributor contact information is available directly from Volk Optical. Toll free within the United States: 1-800-345-8655 Volk Optical Inc. Phone: 440 942 6161 7893 Enterprise Drive...
  • Page 50 Volk Optical Inc. 7893 Enterprise Drive Mentor, Ohio 44060 Phone: 440-942-6161 Toll free within the United States: 1-800-345-8655 Fax: 440-942-2257 Email: volk@volk.com Website: www.volk.com IM-071 Rev G Page 50 of 50...

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