Advertisement

Quick Links

User's manual
MagniLink S Student Addition
-
portable CCTV system with combined reading/distance camera
for connection to a computer, or directly to a VGA or TV-
monitor.
Copyright 2006 LVI Low Vision Int. AB - MagniLink
Producer: LVI Low Vision International
Verkstadsgatan 5
SE- 352 46 Växjö
7938619e_User's manual MLS Student Addition
Tel: +46 470 72 77 00
Fax: +46 470 72 77 25
®
S Student Addition
E-mail: info@lvi.se
Internet: www.lvi.se
1

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the MagniLink S Student Addition and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Summary of Contents for LVI MagniLink S Student Addition

  • Page 1 CCTV system with combined reading/distance camera for connection to a computer, or directly to a VGA or TV- monitor. ® Copyright 2006 LVI Low Vision Int. AB - MagniLink S Student Addition Producer: LVI Low Vision International Verkstadsgatan 5 Tel: +46 470 72 77 00 E-mail: info@lvi.se...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents General information..............Safety information………………………………………………….. 5 FCC statement (USA and Canada only)…………………………. 6 Unpacking, packing………………………………………………... 7 Installation of the MagniLink S software……….……..……..… 8 Trouble during installation ………………………………………. 12 Maintenance of the MagniLink S software……………………….. 13 Connection guide for the MLS Student Addition……………….. 14 Controlling the system…………………………………………..…...
  • Page 3: General Information

    2.0GHz, 512MB working memory (RAM), external graphics card with at least 128MB built in memory. * The MagniLink S Student has been tested on several computers at LVI without any problems, but there is no guarantee that it will work on all computers following the specification.
  • Page 4 Warning! Do not connect the camera system before installing the MagniLink S software. NB! The installation requires administrator’s rights on the computer and that the installation is run in the context of the current user. 7938619e_User’s manual MLS Student Addition...
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety information MagniLink S Student Addition is only intended for use as a reading aid in an indoor environment. It is important that the only external power adapter used is the one belonging to the MLS Student Addition. The external power adapter has a red mark and is to be connected to the socket on the MLS Student Addition, also equipped with a red mark.
  • Page 6: Fcc Statement (Usa And Canada Only)

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult LVI or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution to the user: The Federal Communications Commission warns the user that changes or modifications of the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user´s authority to...
  • Page 7: Unpacking, Packing

    40 cm left of the laptop with the camera pointing in the direction of the laptop. LVI recommends the user to keep all packing material, to be reused in case of future shipping.
  • Page 8: Installation Of The Magnilink S Software

    When the installation program starts, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation of the software or see below for a more detailed description. In the dialog box "Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for LVI MagniLink S Series", click "Next". 7938619e_User’s manual MLS Student Addition...
  • Page 9 In the dialog box "License Agreement", read the text and agree by clicking "Yes". In the dialog box "Choose Destination Location", click "Next" to install the program in the default catalogue. It is possible to choose a new installation catalogue for the program.
  • Page 10 Choose “Next” in the dialog box "Connect camera" after you have connected the camera system to your computer. As default “Very high performance” is selected. If you have a computer with low specifications, please choose another selection. This option can be changed later by pressing F9, when the MLS application is active.
  • Page 11 In the dialog box "InstallShield Wizard Complete", click "Finish". Start the software from the “LVI MLS” icon at the computer desktop or use the pre-set command CTRL + Alt + S. 7938619e_User’s manual MLS Student Addition...
  • Page 12: Trouble During Installation

    Trouble during installation If the camera is not connected within 90 seconds, the above message will appear. You could then choose to search for the camera for another 90 seconds or quit the installation for now. In the dialog box "Installation failed", click "Finish" to finalise the installation.
  • Page 13: Maintenance Of The Magnilink S Software

    Maintenance of the MagniLink S software Insert the MLS CD in your CD-ROM drive and the installation should start in a few seconds. If the Autorun function does not start, type ”D:\autorun” under the command ”Run” in the Start menu, if ”D:\” is the letter for your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 14: Connection Guide For The Mls Student Addition

    Connection guide for the MLS Student Addition A. Computer E. TV-monitor B. USB cable F. Control box C. Power adapter G. The connections on the MLSSTA D. VGA monitor (backside) 7938619e_User’s manual MLS Student Addition...
  • Page 15: Controlling The System

    Controlling the system MLS Student Addition is presented in a MS Windows application and all features in the system are controlled from the keyboard. Default hotkey settings from the computer keyboard: Natural colours Positive picture with increased contrast Artificial colours; White/Black, Yellow/Black, Green/Black Red/Black, Yellow/Blue, White/Blue Press the button several times to toggle between the different colours.
  • Page 16 Information and settings window Pressing F9 opens up a window in which you can optimize your MLS. The window contains five different headings (see Information and settings window below). Return to default settings Press F11 to return to default settings (normal window, natural colours, normal brightness) Arrow up Zoom in...
  • Page 17: Information And Setting Window

    Information and settings window The information and settings window consist of five different headings that all contain either application information or application settings options. Video Settings: The Video Settings heading offers the possibility to change the camera parameters such as resolution and video frequency. There are three preset performance settings to choose between, very high, high and normal.
  • Page 18 Application Settings: Enable CCTV interface: Enabling this feature allows you to work with the MLS together with screen magnification software from Dolphin and AiSquared. MLS is compatible with ZoomText version 9.04 and Supernova/Lunar/Lunarplus 7.01 and newer. When working with older versions of these software’s, we recommend disabling the CCTV interface.
  • Page 19: Functions From The Control Box

    Functions from the control box: A. Option 1. On/Off Option 2. Monitor switch* (this button is only used when there is an external monitor connected to the system) B. Control of zoom (+,-) and contrast range (arrows) C. Natural colors D.
  • Page 20: Ms Windows Commands

    MS Windows Commands The window can be controlled by the mouse or the standard MS Windows commands. The most common Windows commands in connection with MLS Student Addition are presented below. For more information about MS Windows, please consult your Windows user’s manual.
  • Page 21: Accessories

    Accessories • Laptop bag with space enough for a 15” laptop and the MLS Student Addition • Laptop rucksack with space enough for a 15” laptop and the MLS Student Addition • MLS Reading Table (MLSRT), portable reading table • USB lamp which is powered from a USB port and gives extra light in dark rooms 7938619e_User’s manual MLS Student Addition...
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Magnification range 1,3 - 48 x (12,1” monitor) 1,4 - 51 x (14,1” monitor) 1,5 - 55 x 15,1” monitor) Power consumption Weight 1,2 kg (including the rectangular base) Dimensions in use 300 x 100 x 330 mm (W x D x H) Operation temperature 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F) Storage and transport temperature -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)

Table of Contents