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  • Page 1 Operating instructions MyEcc Pupil Prop Specialist retailers...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace .com www .homebrace .com Contents Page 01 Version information Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 02 Foreword .

  • Page 3: Version Information Instructions

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 01 Version information Instructions These operating instructions were created on 01 .03 .2024 . Revision history: V1 .0 → 01 .03 .2024 → Creation of these operating instructions V1 .1 → 05 .03 .2024 → Technical data updated V1 .2 →...

  • Page 4: Foreword

    . There is another guide for the MyEcc Pupil Prop . This is intended for the user and contains practical tips for use . There is a separate chapter with a small overview of possible errors and how to rectify them .

  • Page 5: Intended Use

    04 Application area/environment The special MyEcc Pupil Prop control unit, in combination with a power wheelchair, can be used indoors and outdoors . The provisions of the German Road Traffic Regulations in accordance with Section 24 (1) and (2) must be complied with: (1) Pushed wheelchairs and wheelchairs with hand grips, sledges, prams and pushchairs, children’s scooters and pedal...

  • Page 6: Environmental Hazard Analysis

    . 07 Reuse The products in the HomeBrace range are generally suitable for reuse . All hardware must be returned to HomeBraceGerma- ny for the following measures before being used again: ƒ...

  • Page 7: Warning/Safety Instructions

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 08 Warning/safety instructions Explanation of the symbols: Information Warning Please read the following warnings/safety instructions carefully and draw the user's attention to them . Failure to follow these instructions could have consequences . This could result in danger to life and limb . If these instructions are disre- garded or even deliberately circumvented, the manufacturer's warranty is void and product liability no longer applies .

  • Page 8: Package Contents/Scope Of Delivery

    +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 11 Package contents/scope of delivery MyEcc Pupil Prop Box (Hardware) USB stick (contains the software for the display) USB-A to USB-C cable (connection MyEcc Frame - MyEcc Display or USB hub) Connection cable with red plugs...

  • Page 9: Hardware

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 12 Hardware MyEcc Pupil Prop Box Front view: MyEcc Pupil Prop Box Connection strip (left): 1: "PC" → Connection to tablet PC (USB C) . 2: "Chair" → Wheelchair control connection (9-pin DSUB) incl . switch 1 function .
  • Page 10 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com MyEcc Pupil Prop Box A B 1 2 3 4 5 Connection strip (left): A: "12V CHAIR" → LED voltage wheelchair (blue, 12 V from wheelchair) . B: "PROP" → PROP mode active (blue, 12 V is switched through in proportional operation, voltages / reference / speed / direction are ready) .
  • Page 11 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com MyEcc Frame Connection strip: Connection for USB cable to the MyEcc Frame . Connection for MyEcc frame to the existing MyEcc display .

  • Page 12: Note

    13 Note A USB 3 .0 port must be available to connect the MyEcc Pupil Prop and the MyEcc Frame . If other devices or peripherals are used, this must be observed . When using a USB hub, a USB 3 .0 hub is required, we recommend Hub's item 10413 .

  • Page 13: Installation On The Wheelchair

    14 Installation on the wheelchair Connection to the MyEcc display (via USB hub if Connection to the wheelchair input (here OMNI2) . Store the MyEcc Pupil Prop Box and all cables in the storage bag and attach it to the wheelchair .

  • Page 14: Requirements For The Power Wheelchair

    16 Programme installation Copy the folder MyEcc Pupil Prop with program and additional files to PC/tablet hard drive (source: USB stick Home- Brace) . The location on the hard drive is freely selectable (we recommend C:/Program Files) . Create a shortcut to "EC- CAPP_PUPIL .exe"...

  • Page 15: Programme Start

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 17 Programme start Operation: The app can only be run when the control box is connected . Always start the app first and then switch on the wheelchair using the OMNI .
  • Page 16 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com Possible error messages at programme start: ƒ Current software set to proportional control, but hardware set to switch control: → Software closes and restarts. ƒ If no control box has been recognised (as in these 2 cases), proceed as follows: 1 .
  • Page 17 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com Header: ƒ ƒ Single click (or 1x click): Double-click (or 2x click): → Programme closes. → The settings menu opens. Normally, the software settings can be opened simply by double-clicking . However, these should be made as inaccessible as possible to the user, as access to the settings is only permitted to HomeBraceGermany or authorised retailers .

  • Page 18: Programme Version

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com Alternative: Holding down the Ctrl key, changes the "Settings" button to "Open settings menu" . To be able to make changes, an external keyboard must be con- nected . 18 Programme version...

  • Page 19: Settings

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 19 Settings 19-01 Driving mode ƒ Unlocking the driving mode: → Move eye within the set time left - right - left move (resp . up - down - up) . Unlocking is accompanied by two single ascending tones and confirmed by two higher ascending tones .

  • Page 20: Triggering Switching Functions

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 19-02 Triggering switching functions The switching functions can be triggered in driving mode when inactive . Depending on the wheelchair configuration, various functions may be assigned . By default, the upper area is set to "Mode" .

  • Page 21: Settings Menu

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 19-03 Settings menu Closes programme . Starts glasses calibration . The eye focus must be moved several times to the left and right as well as up and down over the physically largest possible area . As soon as the control tone becomes higher and the dot changes to green, a valid area has been detected .
  • Page 22 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com ƒ Pupil settings in the eye window: → The settings should correspond to the images and should not be changed . Important: These settings must be made in the "Pupil-Service .exe", otherwise they will not be saved . After making changes, close the window by clicking the 'X' in the taskbar, otherwise the settings will cannot be saved .

  • Page 23: Driving Geometry Setting For Proportional Mode

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 19-04 Driving geometry setting for proportional mode The ellipse can be changed and moved by dragging the red rectangle . This changes the inactive area in driving mode (standstill area) . Reset the ellipse to factory settings .

  • Page 24: Driving Geometry Setting For Switch Mode

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 19-05 Driving geometry setting for switch mode The size and position of the fields can be changed by dragging the red borders with the mouse . Reset the fields to factory settings .

  • Page 25: Geometry Setting For Voice Output And Seat Adjustment

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 19-06 Geometry setting for voice output and seat adjustment The voice output and seat adjustment options are customised ac- cording to the user's needs and are carried out by the responsible technicians .

  • Page 26: Seat Adjustment

    Button bottom left | Restart wheelchair: Switching the wheelchair off and on again (optional function) . This function is used, among other things, to synchronise the seat adjustment between the wheelchair control unit and MyEcc Pupil Prop if the two control units display different adjustments .

  • Page 27: Seat Adjustment Settings

    Case 2 (checked): The wheelchair control always goes to the last setting used when the seat adjustment is selected . In this case, the programme must save the last position . Note: If the wheelchair control unit and MyEcc Pupil Prop display different seat adjustments, the synchronisation between the two is out of sync .
  • Page 28 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com Minimum switching time steps (left/right) [ms]: The wheelchair control requires a minimum time so that the changeover of the adjustment steps functions properly . Value in milliseconds . Steps: Display of the programmed steps . The desired texts can either be written directly into the fields or moved from "available texts"...
  • Page 29 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com Exit seat adjustment sequence: Determine the command sequence required to switch the wheelchair from seat adjustment back to driving mode . Click on the value field to open the input dialogue (as above) .

  • Page 30: Safety Instructions

    20 Safety instructions If the MyEcc Pupil Prop control unit fails, the wheelchair can still be moved using the original wheelchair control unit . To do this, switch the entire wheelchair off and on again using the wheelchair's own controls . HomeBraceGermany must be informed of the failure immediately and the MyEcc Pupil Prop control unit may only be operated again after the repair has been completed .

  • Page 31: Safety Functions

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 21 Safety functions If the eye-camera software stops sending new eye-mouse coordinates for a certain period of time (FOCUSTIMEOUT) (eye focus lost or other eye-camera problems, tablet PC overload), all driving commands or adjustment functions are stopped IMMEDIATELY .

  • Page 32: Artificial Intelligence (Ai)

    . Integration with other technologies: The AI-based MyEcc Pupil Prop can be easily integrated into smart home systems and other assistive technologies . This enables more comprehensive support and control to be offered .

  • Page 33: Care And Maintenance

    . Adaptability and personalisation: The AI-based MyEcc Pupil Prop can learn and adapt to an individual user's eye movement behaviour . Over time, this learning process allows the control system to become more and more attuned to the user's needs .

  • Page 34: Software Update

    . Please return the MyEcc Pupil Prop to a recycling centre or similar collection point and help protect the climate and the environment . 27 Expected service life The components and construction of the MyEcc Pupil Prop are designed to provide a service life of 5 to 8 years when used as intended .

  • Page 35: Nameplate

    HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com 28 Nameplate Medical device Manufacturer Production date (DDMMYY) Serial number Swiss authorised representative CE labelling Disposal of the MyEcc Pupil Prop Follow the instructions for use Protect from moisture...

  • Page 36: Technical Data

    Min . Windows 10 or newer, from software version V3 .2 (ECCAPP-PUPIL .exe) or higher 30 Network security The MyEcc Pupil Prop has no external access to change the system . Information on the system safety of the other compo- nents can be found in the manufacturer's manuals (camera system, display, wheelchair) .

  • Page 37: Residual Risks

    32 Residual risks The following residual risks must be taken into account when operating the MyEcc Pupil Prop . These are recognised as part of the risk analysis and are accepted by HomeBraceGermany . It is not possible for HomeBraceGermany to completely prevent these risks .

  • Page 38: Faq / Frequently Asked Questions

    Software restarts automatically and adapts to the hardware . ƒ Error message: OMNI input module error 09D0. First start the MyEcc Pupil Prop software and then switch on the wheelchair via the OMNI display . If the problem persists, please contact our technical support .

  • Page 39: Error Messages

    → The ini file cannot be read when the programme is started. ƒ No MyEcc box was recognised. MyEcc Pupil or MyEcc Pupil Prop control box must be present. → No box detected when starting the programme . Software configured in switch mode . Check with USBDeview .

  • Page 40: Contact

    Firmensitz und Rechnungsadresse Birkenweg 12 | 73660 Urbach Birkenweg 12 | 73660 Urbach +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace .com +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace�com English version 03/2024 (Suitable for software version 4.17) Ausgabe Deutsch 03/2023 (Passend zu Software Version 3.12) ©...
  • Page 41 HomeBraceGermany GmbH +49 7181 20741-0 | info@homebrace.com www.homebrace.com Space for notes / settings...

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