Contents Introducing Lumin-i Installing Lumin-i Getting started Anti reflection mode System requirements Safety and compliance Operating temperature Product care Symbol explanation Intended use, user and environment Epilepsy warning Manafacturer Other safety Technical specification Smartbox Support...
Built into the Grid Pad purpose-built camera unit, Lumin-i is designed for use with Grid Pad 12 and Grid Pad 15 – allowing you to turn your communication aid into a robust and dedicated eye gaze device.
Installing Lumin-i Please refer to your Grid Pad eye gaze unit installation guide for information on how to attach Lumin-i to your Grid Pad safely. Eye gaze unit installation guide Grid Pad with Lumin-i eye gaze unit...
Getting started To get started you will need to install the Lumin-i software drivers on your Grid Pad and activate your Lumin-i licence. Your device must be connected to the internet to download the driver and licence the camera. Download the Lumin-i installer from our website: thinksmartbox.com/lumin-i-installer...
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For guidance on positioning and calibrating your Lumin-i camera please refer to the manual supplied with your Grid Pad device. Your Lumin-i camera is calibrated within Grid 3 under Settings - Access - Eye gaze. Support If you are experiencing any issues setting up or using Lumin-i, our support team are here to help: thinksmartbox.com/support.
Your Lumin-i camera has an anti-reflection mode that improves its performance in certain situations. This mode can be useful if you are using your Lumin-i and wearing corrective glasses with coatings or filters. You can toggle this mode on in Grid 3’s eye gaze settings.
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Epilepsy warning This mode can create a strobing effect with the LEDs of the Lumin-i hardware and when using the live monitor on screen. See Epilepsy warnings for more information (page 19)
System requirements Device Grid Pad 12 (2018) Grid Pad 15 (2020) Operating system Windows 10 Anniversary Update (version 1703) or newer Software Grid 3 4 GB Quad core 6th generation Intel Core or Intel Xeon processor or newer Camera interface USB 3.0 Maximum screen size 24”...
Model number Lumin-i-kit-12/15 Description Lumin-i is an eye gaze camera that is part of the Grid Pad Eye gaze unit. When the eye gaze unit is connected to a Grid Pad 12 or 15, it allows user to operate the Grid Pad device with their eyes.
The maximum temperature on the outside of the device was 36 degrees during the test. The Lumin-i eye tracker is designed with a good margin to operate at a temperature of 36 degrees and neither the function nor the lifespan of the product is adversely affected.
Use a dry microfibre cloth to carefully wipe the front of your camera unit. Avoid using any harsh cleaning chemicals. Warranty Your Lumin-i is covered under the standard 2 year warranty from the time of purchase. Repairs and Maintenance Your Lumin-i camera unit is not a user serviceable device.
Symbol explanation Symbol Meaning Conformity European symbol to declare conformity with EU legislation. Federal communications commission symbol to declare conformity with US legislation. Waste electrical and electronic equipment symbol to indicate you should dispose of this equipment in accordance with local regulations.
Intended use, user and environment Lumin-i has been tested as a Class 1 medical device when used with the Grid Pad 12 or 15. Specifications and standards have been listed in the Compliance section of this manual. Please consider these safety warnings to ensure safe operation of your Lumin-i camera and Grid Pad.
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(CVA/stroke), dementia, traumatic/acquired brain injury (TBI/ABI) It may also be used by individuals with complex access needs in the absence of communication difficulties for computer control, environmental control and non-face- to-face communication e.g. including but not limited to individuals with: •...
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Significant contra-indications, warnings and precautions Although designed to assist with expressive communication, it should be used in combination with a range of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) methods and therefore should not be relied on in isolation to enable an individual to communicate expressively.
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• be relied upon for well-being. • be relied upon as the user’s only way of making an emergency call or alarm. • be used to administer medicine. • be relied upon as the only method of interaction with EC devices. It is also not intended to provide information which is used to take decisions with diagnosis or therapeutic purposes.
Epilepsy warning A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual images, including flashing lights or patterns that may appear when viewing the track status. Even people who have no history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosed condition that can cause these “photosensitive epileptic seizures”...
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that can lead to injury from falling down or striking nearby objects. You may reduce risk of photosensitive epileptic seizures by taking the following precautions: • Use in a well-lit room. • Do not use Anti-reflection mode if the user is drowsy or fatigued.
Other safety Incidents If a serious incident has occurred in relation to the device, please report to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established. Disposal Dispose of in line with local electronic waste regulations.
Technical specification Sampling rate 60 Hz Tracking box 35 x 30 cm at 65 cm distance Operating distance 45 - 85 cm Accuracy 0.5 degrees (typ.) Precision 0.1 degrees (typ.) Output data Gaze point, pupil diameter, time stamp. All outputs as binocular data with associated quality index.
Contact support@thinksmartbox.com UK: +44 (0) 1684 578868 US: (844) 341-7386 If you purchased Lumin-i in another country, contact your local Smartbox Partner. Find a list of our international Partners on our website: thinksmartbox.com/where-to-buy.
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