Summary of Contents for Tash SCATIR 51300
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Page 1: User Guide
SCATIR Switch User Guide Model # 51150 SCATIR Switch with Sensor Model # 51200 SCATIR Switch with Eyeglass Mounting Kit Model # 51250 SCATIR Switch with Gooseneck Mounting Kit Model # 51300 SCATIR Switch Deluxe... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction page 3 Description Front of Sensor Box page 4 Back of Sensor Box page 5 Bottom of Sensor Box page 6 Operation Dip Switches page 7 Adjusting Activation Distance page 7 Self Calibrating Mode page 8 Manual Calibrating Mode page 9 Auditory Tone... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction The Self-Calibrating Auditory Tone Infrared (SCATIR) Switch is a multi- purpose momentary-contact optical switch with auditory feedback designed for use by persons who experience difficulty in activating mechanical switches. It works by detecting a beam of reflected pulsed infrared light. It is suitable for use with a variety of movements, including eye-blink, eyebrow movement, finger movement, head movement or facial muscle movement. -
Page 4: Description
Description 1. Front of Sensor Box Relay Out: Plug the relay cable into this port. It connects directly to the device you want to control. Relay On: This green light is on as long as the relay is closed/switch closure occurs. Valid: The valid light flashes three times when the unit is turned on, when the dip switches are changed or the mode is set. -
Page 5: Back Of Sensor Box
2. Back of Sensor Box 12/24 VDC: Plug the 12V charger into this port to charge the internal 9V rechargeable battery. Battery: This is a rechargeable 9 volt battery that has been installed for you. -
Page 6: Bottom Of Sensor Box
3. Bottom of Sensor Box Dip Switches: These switches are used to control the tone, the sound of the tone and the calibration mode. Set Switch: This recessed switch is used when setting the manual calibration. -
Page 7: Operation
Operation 1. Dip Switches On the bottom of the unit you will find 4 dip switches or four small white switches. These switches are used to control the tone, the sound of the tone and the calibration. Up is on. Down is off. Beep On Beep Off Down... -
Page 8: Self Calibrating Mode
3. Self Calibrating Mode When the switch is being activated by a body part that cannot always maintain a constant activation distance from the sensor, the switch can be operated in self calibrating mode. In this mode, placing the activating body part at ANY given distance within range of the switch will serve to define that distance as the activation distance. -
Page 9: Manual Calibrating Mode
4. Manual Calibrating Mode When in manual calibrating mode, the activation distance is set by the user. 1. Turn the sensor box off. 2. Set the dip switches to: Down 3. Position the sensor. 4. Place the activating body part just beyond the desired activation distance. -
Page 10: Auditory Tone
5. Auditory Tone The switch incorporates an auditory tone which emits a beep when the switch is activated. This auditory feedback can be enabled or disabled by means of a dip switch. The user can select either of two auditory feedback modes: Beep Tone Mode: A short momentary beep is emitted to indicate activation. -
Page 11: Power
Power Rechargeable Battery To recharge the Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni/MH) battery in the SCATIR switch, plug the power unit into the charger jack labeled “12-24 VDC” on the back of the SCATIR switch. The yellow LED on the front of the box lights up to indicate that the charging current is going into the battery. -
Page 12: Mounting
Mounting 1. Gooseneck Mounting Option The SCATIR switch gooseneck sensor is equipped with a standard 5/8 – 27 thread. The kit comes with a variety of clamps and couplers to assist you in mounting the gooseneck. The kit includes: • ABS Plastic Mounting Plate •... -
Page 13: Eyeglass
2. Eyeglass Mounting Option This kit comes with the sensor clamped in a typical position on a set of eyeglass frames. The eyeglass mounting may need to be adjusted to make it work well for the individual user. The kit includes: - Two Allen wrenches (5/64”) - Polyurethane bushings - Sensor Clamp assembly, including two-part polished stainless steel... - Page 14 The heat softens the plastic and makes it more flexible. • Grasp the end of the sensor and bend it into its new shape. • Hold it in place while it cools. June 2005 Tash International Tash Inc. 1-91 Station Street 3512 Mayland Court Ajax, ON Richmond, VA...