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- Page 1 Color Star Advanced Talking Color Identifier Light Detector and Light Analyzer ________________________________________________________________________________ MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
5.4. Comparing colors ..........8 5.5. Color analysis ............9 5.6. Repeat the color announcement ......9 5.7. Volume control ............. 9 Having trouble with your Color Star? ....10 Safety and Cleaning ........... 11 Technical Data ........... 12 Guarantee and Service ........13 Disposal of used electronic devices .... -
Page 3: Introduction
Each and eveyone of us has his or her own perception and interpretation of color and light. Color Star is programmed in a more general way. The colors may thus vary from the user‘s own individual perception of colors, but the measurements remain highly precise according to the programming. -
Page 4: Device Description
Eyelet for lanyard Reset-Hole Hold your Color Star device in front of you and in such a way that the control buttons are facing you and the three upper horizontal lines (tactile markings) - above the color measurement button - are directed away from... - Page 5 The lower narrow side features the small (1mm) hole for the reset function. The back of the device On the back of the device you will find a sticker with Color Star‘s serial number and four countersunk screws that hold the case together. Note: An audio manual (on CD or pendrive) for blind and visually impaired users is included in the package content.
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Page 6: Charging The Battery
(C). 4. HOW TO TURN ON/OFF Turn ON Color Star by pressing the color measurement button (A). Turn OFF the device by holding the color measurement (A) and light measurement (B) buttons simultaneously. To save energy, Color Star will go into standby after 1 minute idle. -
Page 7: Color Measurement
5.1. Color measurement To ensure correct color measurement please position the measuring sensor of your Color Star at a right angle to the surface you wish to analyze and briefly press the color measurement button (A). The color will be announced in a clear spoken voice. -
Page 8: Comparing Colors
This function enables you to compare the color of the last color measurement with the color measured previously. Press Color Star‘s measuring sensor onto the object surface that you would like to analyze and briefly push the color measurement button (A). -
Page 9: Color Analysis
5.5. Color analysis The result of the color analysis is announced in two different ways: Using universal color names (following CIE guidelines) and using artistic (or „traditional“) color names. By simultaneously holding the buttons (B) and (C) you can change from one color name to the other. 5.6. -
Page 10: Having Trouble With Your Color Star
Introduce the wire into the small (1 mm) reset hole on the lower narrow side of the device and press briefly. If you hear the startup melody, Color Star is now ready for use again. If this reset measure does not function, the device needs to be repaired. To do so, please get in touch with the manufacturer. -
Page 11: Safety And Cleaning
Do not expose to extreme temperature. Functional safety of Color Star can only be guaranteed at temperatures between 0° C and +40° Use Color Star only in undamaged condition. The device can only be opened by an authorized technician. -
Page 12: Technical Data
Micro USB port for pendrive charger cable port: More details: Eyelet to attach lanyard Color Star Talking Color Identifier, stereo earphone, 5V / 1A per micro-USB cable adapter, storage Package pouch and 1 x lanyard, manual in blackprint, contents:... -
Page 13: Guarantee And Service
If the device is eligible for repair under the device warranty the manufacturer (CareTec) will take back the device for free of charge reparation or replace the device with a new one – if necessary. CareTec reserves the right to make any changes or improvements to its products without further notice. -
Page 14: Symbols Used
Devices labeled with this sign are to be disposed of separately from ordinary household waste. Follow the local regulations when disposing of the device. Dispose of used devices according to the WEEE 2002/96/EC (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) regulation. For further information please contact your local authorities. - Page 15 Warning Notice Does not belong in household waste Information provided by the manufacturer...
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Page 16: Manufacturer
12. MANUFACTURER The Color Star is a device developed by the company CareTec International GmbH CareTec has been developing and producing talking and tactile aids for the visually impaired, the blind and deaf-blind as well as the color-blind ever since 1988. Devices produced by Caretec are sold by distribution partners all over the world: Simple aids: AutoGraph Signature guide, Wooffy T.
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