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Humanware SmartView 360 User Manual

Humanware SmartView 360 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Synergy 360 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of issue. Neither HumanWare Limited, nor its agents, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
  • Page 3 HumanWare’s unique "auto-reader" for people with low vision and SmartView Synergy.
  • Page 4 Carefully read the instructions described in this user guide prior to using the SmartView 360. Only use or store the SmartView 360 on stable and solid surfaces. Keep away from water or high humidity. Do not submerge.
  • Page 5 Only use the 360 indoors. Do not expose unit to sudden or extreme changes in temperature or humidity conditions. The SmartView 360 should not be placed near a heat source or exposed to direct sun light for a prolonged period of time.
  • Page 6 of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions literature accompanying appliance.
  • Page 7 Susceptibility to Interference There may be temporary degradation of the image when the SmartView 360 is subjected to a strong radio- frequency field, electro-static discharge or transient electrical noise. An electro-static discharge (caused by static electricity) may cause the screen to go blank. If this happens, switch the unit off and on again.
  • Page 8 FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference residential installation.
  • Page 9 Notice for Canada. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment regulations.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Overview of SmartView 360 ..........1 Introduction ..............1 1.2 Unpacking the system ..........1 1.3 Setup ................. 2 1.4 Physical description of SmartView 360 ..... 3 1.4.1 SmartView 360 ............. 3 1.4.2 Rear panel ............4 2 Using the 360 ..............5 2.1 Desktop viewing mode ..........
  • Page 11 3.1.7 Brightness knob ..........14 4 Main Menu ..............15 4.1 Navigating the menu ..........15 4.2 Using Sliders ............15 4.3 Main menu items ............16 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ....... 20 5.1 Maintenance ............20 5.2 Troubleshooting ............20 6 Returning for Service ...........

  • Page 12: Overview Of Smartview 360

    The SmartView 360 can best be described as an LCD screen mounted with an articulated arm equipped with a camera. Because the camera is installed on an articulated arm, it can be oriented in any direction.

  • Page 13: Setup

    1. Lift Base unit from the box by holding the built-in handle. IMPORTANT, do not lift by holding the arm. 2. Place the SmartView 360 on a flat and level surface. 3. Connect the Control panel to the unit. 4. Connect the power cable to the unit and then connect it to an outlet.

  • Page 14: Physical Description Of Smartview 360

    Warning: Do not lift the unit by the arm. Use the built- in handle to lift the 360 out of the box/optional carry case. 1.4 Physical description of SmartView 360 1.4.1 SmartView 360 Figure 3: SmartView 360 components 1- LCD Screen...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel

    4- Camera 5- Rear Panel 1.4.2 Rear panel Figure 4: Rear panel 1- Power connector 2- USB maintenance port 3- Control panel connector...

  • Page 16: Using The 360

    2 Using the 360 The 360 has 3 different viewing modes: Desktop, Distance, and Self-viewing. Each mode is activated automatically depending on the position of the Camera. 2.1 Desktop viewing mode Swing the arm over the area of your desk that you wish to view.

  • Page 17: Distance Viewing Mode

    Figure 5: Desktop viewing mode: Camera points downwards and Close-up lens is ON 2.2 Distance viewing mode To view objects that are further away, point the camera towards the desired direction. To view objects that are more than a couple feet (60 cm) away from the Camera, remove the Close-up lens.

  • Page 18: Self-Viewing Mode

    Figure 6: Distance viewing mode: Camera points towards distant object and Close-up lens is OFF 2.3 Self-viewing mode To use the SmartView 360 as a mirror, turn the camera so that it points in your direction when positioned in front of the screen. The Self-viewing mode is ideal for shaving, applying makeup, etc.

  • Page 19: Control Panel And Buttons

    Figure 7: Self-view mode: Camera points towards you and Close-up lens is ON. 3 Control panel and buttons. From left to right, the Control panel is comprised of the following buttons and knobs:...

  • Page 20: Description Of Control Panel Buttons

    3.1 Description of control panel buttons 3.1.1 Power button Power button is the last button on the right. It is used to power on and off the SmartView 360. When the Power Power is on, the button will glow green.
  • Page 21 Enhanced contrast colors can make text easier to read. The 360 allows you to view the text with different color combinations. You can also limit the range of color combinations. You can choose the Restricted color set or the Full color set. To toggle between Restricted color set (Default setting) and Full color set, press and hold the...

  • Page 22: Color Mode Button

    To add a specific color to the Restricted color set: 1. In the Full color set mode, select the color of your choice. Enhanced contrast 2. Press and hold button for five seconds. This will toggle you back to Restricted color set.

  • Page 23: Freeze /Find Button

    3.1.4 Freeze /Find button Freeze / Find Press the button to freeze an image in Freeze / Find place. To unfreeze the image, press the button again. Moving the camera to a different angle, modifying the Zoom or changing color modes will also unfreeze the image.

  • Page 24: Function Button

    3.1.6 Function button Function Two functions are associated with the button: Lines and Blinds and Focus Lock. By default, the Function button is set to Lines and Blinds. To alternate between Lines and Blinds and Focus Lock, select the Function key option in the main menu. Line and Blinds is a feature that can help you control what appears on screen.

  • Page 25: Brightness Knob

    Brightness use the knob to adjust the width of the blinds. Focus Lock is an option that allows you to temporarily disable the camera's auto-focus feature. This can be useful if you don't want the camera to focus on objects that appear between the camera and what you wish to focus on.

  • Page 26: Main Menu

    Brightness When Using the Line and Blinds option, the knob is used to move and adjust the line and blinds. When used to navigate menu options or to adjust Line Brightness and Blinds, the button will not modify current Brightness levels. 4 Main Menu Color To access the main menu, press and hold the...

  • Page 27: Main Menu Items

    Brightness knob to make adjustments. A clockwise Brightness rotation of the knob will increase the value of the parameter while a counter-clockwise rotation will decrease the value of the parameter. To confirm Color the new value, press the button. To cancel the changes made to the selected parameter and return to Enhanced contrast the menu, press the...
  • Page 28 Color Preset (Color mode only) This feature allows you to quickly alternate between two sets of color levels. By default, these are set as natural colors and enhanced colors. They act as preset values that you can select and modify. White Balance This function allows you to calibrate how the device displays the color white.
  • Page 29 Spanish, Finnish, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, and Swedish. Region Selecting a different region setting will change the technical support telephone number listed on the splash screen. None, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia and Asia, Netherlands, Sweden, Australia.
  • Page 30 Splash Screen This menu item is used to enable or disable the splash screen when the system is started. System Information Selecting this option will display the splash screen normally seen when starting the system. Factory Defaults Use this option to return the system to its original settings.

  • Page 31: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5.1 Maintenance Wipe your SmartView 360 with a clean, soft cloth. 5.2 Troubleshooting If the screen is blank:  Make sure the AC power cable is connected to the electrical outlet and the other end is connected to the SmartView 360.
  • Page 32 If the image is out of focus:  In Desktop or Self-view mode, make sure that the close-up lens is in place.  In Desktop viewing mode, try moving your reading material and then putting it back again. In distance or self-viewing mode, with Automatic focus set to on, try moving the camera and bringing it back into position.
  • Page 33  Tilt object in a different direction to reduce glare. If there is a limited number of false colors:  Press the Enhanced contrast button to make sure that the SmartView 360 is in Enhanced contrast mode.  Press and hold the Enhanced contrast button for...

  • Page 34: Returning For Service

     Contact Help Desk if the machine keeps resetting. Other problems:  Turn the SmartView 360 on and off. 6 Returning for Service If you have a problem with your SmartView 360, please contact your dealer or Technical support.

  • Page 35: Disposal

    7 Disposal At the end of the life of the SmartView 360, its internal components must be disposed in compliance with the local authorities. The SmartView 360 contains no hazardous materials. For disposal, return to HumanWare or follow local governing ordinances or hospital procedure.
  • Page 36 Power Supply Input voltage: 100-240 V AC Frequency: 50-60 Hz Input current: 1.0 A Power usage: Max ON <53W Equipment Classification (IEC 601-1) Type of Protection Class 1 Enclosure Degree of Protection IP20 Mode of Operation Continuous Environmental Operating Temperature 10 to 40º...

  • Page 37: Manufacturer Warranty

    This warranty applies to all cases where the damage is not a result of improper use, mistreatment, negligence or acts of God. Please contact HumanWare or check on our website for versions of this manual in other languages.

  • Page 38: Customer Support

    10 Customer support For customer support, please contact the HumanWare office nearest visit site www.humanware.com Australia/Asia + 61 2 9686 2600 Canada 1 888 723-7273 UK/Europe +44 1933 415 800 1 800 722-3393 Netherlands +31 765 496 510 Sweden +46 470 764 490...
  • Page 39 Customer support For customer support, please contact the HumanWare office nearest you or view our Web site at: www.humanware.com/360_support North America : 1 (800) 722-3393 or e-mail to us.support@humanware.com Europe : 01933 415800 or e-mail to eu.sales@humanware.com Australia / Asia : (02) 9686 2600 or e-mail to au.sales@humanware.com...

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