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  • Page 1 TD Pilot User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 TD Pilot Device Identifier: 7340074601769 You can locate the Device Identifier number for the TD Pilot on the label on the back side of the device. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product (s) identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Electricity..........................13 Software..........................14 Child Safety ........................14 2.10 Eye tracking........................14 2.11 Third Party..........................14 Overview of the TD Pilot ......................15 Key Features ........................15 Product Layout........................15 3.2.1 Ports, Sensors and Device Buttons ...............15 Batteries in the TD Pilot ......................17 Batteries..........................17 Charging the TD Pilot ......................17 4.2.1...
  • Page 4 If the TD Pilot does not Power up ................37 A4.2 How do I carry out a Power Reset on the TD Pilot? ..........37 A4.3 How can I tell if the TD Pilot Base is Connected to the iPadOS Device? ....37 A4.4 Refining Eye Gaze ....................37 Appendix B Compliance Information ....................
  • Page 5 Appendix E Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration..............45 Appendix F Approved Accessories....................48 Appendix G Local Certification Partners..................49...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    To ensure the optimal performance of this product, please take the time to read this manual carefully. The TD Pilot device is available in one size. The TD Pilot is a Eye tracking device with an Apple iPad 12.9” running iPadOS version 15.1 or later. This User’s Manual covers: ●...
  • Page 7 UL Classification Marks for Canada and the United States. Recognized component mark for Canada and the United States. Follow Instructions for Use. Consult User´s Manual. Recyclable material. Recyclable material in Taiwan. 1 Introduction #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 8 The CB Scheme is an international program created by the International Electrotechnical Commission for Electrical Equipment (IECEE) for the acceptance of product safety test results among participating laboratories and certification organizations around the world. Warning. 1 Introduction #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 9: Intended Use

    Intended Use The TD Pilot is intended primarily as a speech generating device. The TD Pilot is intended to provide, and act as, a compliment for everyday communication for people who have challenges in their ability to speak due to injury, disability or illness.

  • Page 10: Mounted Use

    It is recommended to keep the original packaging materials for the TD Pilot. If the device needs to be returned to Tobii Dynavox for Warranty-related issues or repair, it is beneficial that the original packaging or equivalent is used for shipping. Most shipping carriers require at least 2 inches of packing material around the device.

  • Page 11: Safety

    In case of failure of the TD Pilot device, the user cannot communicate using it. The TD Pilot is not to be used as a life supporting device, and it shall not be relied on in case of loss of function due to power loss or other causes.

  • Page 12: Avoiding Hearing Damage

    If the TD Pilot device or its accessories are mechanically damaged, do not to use them. If the battery is not charged and the TD Pilot is not powered up by the power supply, the TD Pilot device will shut down.

  • Page 13: Mounting

    The TD Pilot should be mounted according to manufacturer instructions of approved mounts. Tobii Dynavox or its agents are not liable for damage or injuries to a person or its property due to a TD Pilot falling from a mounted configuration.

  • Page 14: Software

    Software Software other than that which is pre-installed on the TD Pilot is installed at the user's own risk. External software could cause the TD Pilot to malfunction and might not be covered by the warranty. Child Safety The TD Pilot is an advanced computer system and electronic device. As such it is composed of numerous separate, assembled parts.

  • Page 15: Overview Of The Td Pilot

    Figure 3.1 Front and Right Side Position Description Position Description Built-in Tobii IS5L Eye Tracker Power Connector Microphone Folding Leg Head phone jack 3.5 mm Power Button on iPadOS Device 3 Overview of the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 16 Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable ease, they probably do not match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port. 3 Overview of the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 17: Batteries In The Td Pilot

    An indication of battery level will appear on the Partner Window for a couple of seconds showing the battery status of the TD Pilot Base. There is no battery indicator (e.g. LED) that sends out a warning when the battery is low. Power is shared between the iPadOS device battery and the TD Pilot battery so that, under continuous use, they will reach 0% at about the same time.

  • Page 18: Using The Td Pilot

    First Start Up When you start your TD Pilot for the first time, you are required to go through the Apple out of the box experience. At the end of setup the TD Pilot. specific apps will be installed on the Apple iPadOS device. The entire set up process takes between 10-15 minutes.

  • Page 19: Setting Up Assistivetouch

    AssistiveTouch enabled. Select Settings (in iPadOS). On the left side Select Accessibility. On the right side Select Touch, under PHYSICAL AND MOTOR. Select AssistiveTouch Toggle AssistiveTouch ON. 5 Using the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 20: Customizing The Assistivetouch Menu

    14. Tap anywhere outside the list to close it. 15. Continue editing the menu icons until your menu matches this: AssistiveTouch Menu for TD Talk AssistiveTouch Menu for TD Snap 5 Using the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 21: Configuring Dwell Control

    The AssistiveTouch eye gaze settings and behaviors are different from the ones in your communication software, so you may need to make adjustments in the iPad OS Settings. 5 Using the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 22: Accessing The Assistivetouch Menu

    (AssistiveTouch) button will become visible in the lower middle part of the screen. Select the (AssistiveTouch) button to activate AssistiveTouch. (AssistiveTouch) button will become visible on the screen. Select the (AssistiveTouch) button to open the AssistiveTouch Menu. 5 Using the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 23: Taking A Break When Needed

    Position your Pointer in the area of the screen where you want to scroll. ● For TD Snap: Select the scroll direction from the AssistiveTouch Menu. Position your Pointer in the area of the screen where you want to scroll. 5 Using the TD Pilot #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 24: Moving The Assistivetouch Button

    Place the TD Pilot on your mounting system or a stable surface in front of the user at, or slightly below, their eye level at a distance of about 65 cm (25.6 inches).

  • Page 25: Tips For Outdoor Usage

    If their head is tilted left or right, tilt the TD Pilot to match. It is important that the angle of the screen surface match the angle of the user’s face. Most users, when seated at a table or desk, will need to have the TD Pilot positioned higher than the table surface.

  • Page 26: Track Status

    At 70 cm (27.5 in) the TD Pilot allows for lateral Freedom of Head Movement in an area of about 50 × 36 cm (20 × 14 in) or 35 × 30 cm (13,8 × 11,8 in) depending on which Eye tracker the TD Pilot is equipped with. For more information, see Appendix D Technical Specifications, page 42.

  • Page 27: Using The Partner Window

    To adjust the volume use the Volume Up button and Volume Down button on the on the iPadOS device. Volume adjustments can also be done in your Tobii Dynavox communication software. For TD Talk, the user must use the volume controls in the Control Center of the iPadOS.

  • Page 28: Td Copilot

    To access the TD CoPilot follow this procedure: Select the TD CoPilot app, The TD CoPilot opens. Calibration The eye tracker in the TD Pilot can be calibrated here. 6.1.1 Start Calibration Open the TD CoPilot app. Make sure the user is correctly positioned in front of the device.

  • Page 29: Accuracy

    On the Accuracy page the calibration can be tested, using pre-defined targets on the screen to see if the user needs to re- calibrate the Eye tracker. Look at each dot in each circle on the screen to see how accurate the eye tracking is in that area. Settings 6.3.1 Calibration #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 30: Battery

    Step-through allows a facilitator to advance through calibration points manually by touching the screen. (Default is Off) 6.3.2 Battery To see the status of the TD Pilot battery: Open the TD CoPilot app. Select Settings. #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 31: Assistive Touch

    A responsive pointer will move quickly but have more jitter. Open the TD CoPilot app. Select Settings. Select Assistive Touch Select the Stable or Responsive buttons to set the RESPONSIVENESS level between Stable and Responsive. #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 32: Help

    Select the User’s Manual button to open the User’s Manual as a PDF on the iPadOS device. 6.3.5 About To get detailed information about the TD Pilot and eye tracker: Open the TD CoPilot app. #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 33 Select Settings. Select About. To collect the logs for the TD Pilot and eye tracker: Open the TD CoPilot app. Select Settings. Select About. Select the Collect Logs button. #13000441 TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 34: Product Care

    Atmospheric Pressure: 70 kPa to 106 kPa (375 mmHg to 795 mmHg) The TD Pilot is not waterproof or fully water resistant. The device should not be kept in excessively humid, damp or otherwise wet conditions. Do not submerge the device in water or in any other liquid. Be careful not to allow liquids to be spilled upon the device especially in the connector areas without the I/O covers in place.

  • Page 35: Disposing Of The Batteries

    Do not dispose of the batteries in general household or office waste. Follow your local regulations for the disposal of batteries. Disposing of the TD Pilot Device Do not dispose of the TD Pilot device in general household or office waste. Follow your local regulations for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. 7 Product Care...

  • Page 36: Appendix A Support, Warranty, Training Resources And Trouble-Shooting

    TD Pilot device and, if possible, an internet connection. You should also be able to supply the serial number of the device, which you find under the Adjustable Stand on the TD Pilot Base.

  • Page 37: A4 Trouble-Shooting Guide

    Refining Eye Gaze If you are having difficulty using eye gaze with the TD Pilot, this list of common issues and solutions may help you. Try one or more of the solutions, since sometimes a combination results in successfully resolving the problem.
  • Page 38 (strabismus). Involuntary eye ● Reposition the device to see if there is an area in the visual field in which nystamoid movement movements decreases. (nystagmus). Appendix A Support, Warranty, Training Resources and TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US Trouble-shooting...

  • Page 39: Appendix B Compliance Information

    Appendix B Compliance Information The TD Pilot is CE-marked, indicating compliance with the essential health and safety requirements set out in European Directives. FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 40 ISO 14971:2019 ● ISO 13485:2016 The TD Pilot device has been tested to comply with IEC/EN 60601-1 Ed 3.1, IEC/EN 62368-1, ISO 14971:2019 and other relevant standards for the intended markets. Appendix B Compliance Information TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 41: Appendix C Status Led Information

    Power Adapter TD Pilot Battery iPad Battery TD Pilot Power Connected? Unknown Charged Unknown BLUE (YES) Charging Unknown PULSING BLUE (YES) Charging PULSING GREEN Charged PULSING GREEN Discharging FAULT Appendix C Status LED Information TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...

  • Page 42: Appendix D Technical Specifications

    ~10 h Battery Charge Time Maximum 4 h (10-90%) Deskstand Integrated Mounting Systems Supported Tobii Dynavox QR adapter plate for Daessy and REHAdapt Power Supply 65 W AC adapter IP class IP53 Pass for device only, with I/O covers in place.

  • Page 43: D2 Device Power Adapter

    45 — 85 cm 18 — 33 inches Freedom of Head Movement 35 × 30 cm @ 70 cm / 27.5 inches 13.8 × 11.8 in (Width x Height) Positioning Appendix D Technical Specifications TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 44 Though “ideal” numbers are useful to get a general feel about comparative quality and performance, they are not applicable to real world usage in the same way as quantitative degree-of-accuracy and precision over percentage-of-population numbers based on extensive testing across representatives of the whole population. Appendix D Technical Specifications TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 45 WARNING: 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 TD Pilot, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.”...
  • Page 46 6 V in ISM bands and amateur radio bands between 0.15 MHz and 8 disturbances induced IEC 61000-4-6 0MHz by RF fields 80% AM at 1 kHz Appendix E Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 47 Conducted 6 V in ISM bands and amateur radio bands between 0.15 MHz and 80 disturbances induced IEC 61000-4-6 by RF fields 80% AM at 1 kHz Appendix E Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 48 TD Pilot AC Adapter (Power Supply) Mascot 3320 13000412 Battery pack TDBW1 13000162 For information about the latest approved Tobii Dynavox Accessories, please visit the www.tobiidynavox.com website or contact your local Tobii Dynavox reseller. Appendix F Approved Accessories TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 49 Benito Juarez. CP. 03240 Russian Federation 141195 Mexico +7 (499) 404-36-56 +1-800-344-1778 +7 (929) 636-82-49 Link Assistive Pty Ltd 43 Adelaide Tce Pasadena SA, 5042 Australia +61 8 7120 6002 Appendix G Local Certification Partners TD Pilot User’s manual v.1.0.5 - en-US...
  • Page 50 Copyright ©Tobii Dynavox AB. Not all products and services offered in each local market. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Support for Your Tobii Dynavox Device Get Help Online See the product-specific Support page for your Tobii Dynavox device.

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