The instrument must not be used if there is a mechanical, electrical, or optical defect. Modifications or additions lead to loss of the CE mark. Heidelberg Engineering does not take responsibility for modified HRC devices. Any repair, especially of the instrument's electric and electronic systems, and any service work on the instrument components, must only be carried out by Heidelberg Engineering or an authorized distributor.
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WARNING Do not use PCs, components or accessories that have not been approved by Heidelberg Engineering. Do not install other software, as this may interfere with the functionality of the Heidelberg Engineering software or equipment, cause damage to the system or lead to incorrect measurement results.
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CAUTION If the camera or the objective were fallen off, please contact the Heidelberg Engineering Service for a device check. CAUTION Please note that vibrations of the device location (e.g. caused by strong machines) might lead to bad or distorted images.
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Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a Physician or Practitioner. IMPORTANT The HRC light bulb is an especially modified component and not an over the counter product. Only original spare parts from Heidelberg Engineering GmbH shall be used.
Please be aware that only authorized service personnel can do service and repair of the HRC device. Do not open the camera or power supply unit. If the device is opened by someone other than an authorized service personnel, the warranty will be discontinued.
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1.3.3 Changing the Halogen Lamp WARNING: Before changing a halogen lamp, the HRC must be switched off and disconnected from the mains! WARNING: The halogen lamp can be very hot! Wait until the halogen lamp is cool and use a cloth or metal tweezers to replace the halogen lamp. Only touch the metal socket of the new halogen lamp, never touch the bulb directly.
Example: The HRC is connected to a laptop computer, the laptop computer is connected to a printer (via USB or WLAN). All devices are connected to the main power supply using a multiple socket outlet.
White balance switch AGC (Automatic Gain Control) camera switch 12V output / max. 500 mA B&W camera socket (intended for HRC Color+FA use only) Color camera socket Socket for PC interface cable Socket for Fire Wire Cable (power Supply Unit to PC/Laptop)
Color camera cable Fixture plate to attach handle for mobile usage or other optional accessories Lever to swivel in Fluorescein filter (HRC Color+FA only) Lever to switch between Black & White and color cameras (HRC Color+FA only) Lock-in lever to fixate camera (HRC Color+FA only)
1 guide rail with 2 gears, Allen screws and washers 1x protective hood for the device Open the cardboard box. Take out the individual parts of the base. Mount the camera support to the basis with the joystick using the Allen screw. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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Remove the white plastic ring. It is only necessary for transport. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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Phillips screws (see drilling jig). The upper side of the friction plate can be identified by the countersinks for the screws. Remove the gear from the guide rail. Slide the guide rail through the base. Screw on the gear again. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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2x fastening screws Open the box and remove the packaging material from the chin rest. Fasten the chin rest to the table using 2 Allen screws (see drilling jig and corresponding holes in the table). HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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The head rest is screwed to the table from below HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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Remove the control unit from the box and the plastic packaging and place the unit on the table. Place the laptop plate on the power unit. Place the laptop on the plate. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
If the PC/Laptop does not have a serial port, use a USB-serial adapter which gets delivered with the HRC. The PC interface cable of the HRC is connected to a USB port of the PC via the USB-serial adapter. “Software Device Driver To install the driver of the USB-serial adapter, insert the CD-ROM &...
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4.4.1 Isolating Transformer Connect the low heat devices i.e. HRC control unit, laptop / PC and monitor, the height adjustable table and printer (if applicable) to the isolating transformer using the cables for low heat devices. Connect the power cable to the isolating transformer. Do not connect the power cable to the mains yet.
Software Protector (Dongle) The software protector (dongle) must be inserted into the parallel or USB port of the computer. Please note that the software protector (dongle) must remain connected at all times while operating the HRC. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
For mobile use, the HRC Color is operated as a hand-held video camera (e.g. on lying patients). For HRC mobile use, the handle is attached to the unit. To do this, the cover plate is removed by loosening the two screws and the handle is inserted and attached in its place.
1. Connect the adapter to the body of the microscope with the screw knob (1). 2. Slide the HRC (F/A) onto both pins (2) of the adapter until it has resistance. The HRC is fixed by magnet into this position.
• Turn the computer on. After the boot sequence has been completed, the computer will start the Windows operating system. • Start the Heidelberg Eye Explorer (HEYEX) software. Use the Heidelberg Eye Explorer shortcut on the desktop to start the application by double...
Driver and Operating Software Installation After the Heidelberg Retina Camera hardware has been unpacked and connected to the computer, switch on the computer and the HRC device and wait until the Windows operating system has been started up. To install the software for the Heidelberg Retina Camera, insert the CD-ROM “Heidelberg Retina Camera”...
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Click “Next” to continue the installation. Database Location (Network Client only) In the case of a Network Client installation, a path to the database folder and a path to the patient folder must be entered. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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The workstation ID must never exceed the number of licenses. Click “Next” to continue the installation. Workstation Name (Network Client only) Enter a unique workstation name for every client installation. Click “Next” to continue the installation. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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Color system is attached to this PC”. If an HRC Combi device is attached to the computer, choose “A HRC Combi system is attached to this PC”. If no HRC device is attached to the computer, choose “No HRC system installed”...
FireWire Perfomance Mangager - Installation If the Heidelberg Retina Camera is connected to laptop, you have to install an additional FireWire Perfomance Manager software. Please open the inserted CD-Rom “Heidelberg Retina Camera” and double-click on “fpmsetup.exe” to start the installation.
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“Browse”. Select Additional Tasks Select the additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing FireWire Performance Manager, then click “Next”. Ready to Install Click “Install” to continue with the installation. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
Video Converter - Driver Installation At the first installation of the Heidelberg Retina Camera device, the appropriate driver has to be installed. Because the HRC is a plug & play device, the Windows hardware installation wizard will be started automatically.
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Software Settings The COM port setting for the footswitch connection in the hrc.ini file has to match the COM port indicated in the Windows Device Manager. Otherwise the HEYEX software will not find the footswitch when opening the acquisition window.
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C:\HEYEX\plugins\hrc.ini Profilic USB-to-Serial Bridge (COM Please note: A new software version that will identify the correct COM setting automatically will be available soon. In the meantime, please change the COM setting manually as described above. HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
6V / 35W with justified socket item order no. 18947 Safety Analysis for the HRC Light source The light emitted from the HRC is potentially in accordance to ISO 15004 2:2007 hazardous. The longer the duration of “Opthalmic instruments – Fundamental exposure, the greater the risk f ocular damage.
Heidelberg Engineering employee or authorized distributor shall initially train the user. Heidelberg Engineering periodically offers user training courses for clinicians, researchers, physician assistants and technicians. FireWire and the FireWire symbol are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Labeling Manufacturing Read date (MM-JJJJ) operation and serial number manual Hot surface HRC type label Serial number Max. power consumption Applied Read parts type B operation manual HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001...
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