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- Page 1 TOPAZ™ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide Freedom Scientific, Inc. March 2010 440471-001 Revision C...
- Page 2 Freedom Scientific. © 2010 Freedom Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. TOPAZ™ is a trademark of Freedom Scientific, Inc. in the United States and other countries. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
- Page 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Assembling TOPAZ ......................8 Connecting the Video Cable ................... 8 Connecting the Power Cables ..................9 Quick Start Tutorial ......................11 Using the TOPAZ Camera Controls ................14 Brightness Dial (Yellow) ....................14 Freeze Frame Button (Orange) ..................15 Magnification Dial ......................15 Position Locator Button (Red) ................... - Page 5 Adjusting the Picture ......................18 Changing the Brightness ....................18 Changing the Video Mode .................... 19 Turning TOPAZ Lights On or Off .................. 19 Using the Reading Table ....................19 Adjusting the LCD Flat Panel Monitor ................21 Writing or Doing Crafts with TOPAZ ................24 Viewing Photos and Other Glossy Items ..............
- Page 6 Turning Off Freeze Frame ....................41 Reset Factory Default ....................... 42 Minimal Video Mode Configuration ................... 43 TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 7: Overview
Developed by Freedom Scientific – the world’s leader in technology solutions for those with visual impairments – the TOPAZ has been designed with special attention to the vision needs of those with macular degeneration, glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa, cataracts, and other causes of low vision. - Page 8 The forward-mounted camera is high above the table, so you have plenty of room to work, write, and do projects like tightening the tiny screws on your eyeglass frames, threading needles, and hand sewing. With TOPAZ’s magnification features, you’ll be able to read: ...
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Page 9: Topaz Models
And much more TOPAZ is at home anywhere – in the office, classroom, libraries and reading rooms, living room, workshop – even the kitchen! It uses just one wall plug. Depend on it to magnify small parts for hobbies, small repairs, even the smallest print in manuals, recipe books, legal documents, spreadsheets, textbooks, homework, and tests. -
Page 10: Topaz Components
TOPAZ Components TOPAZ Front View TOPAZ Back View (see key on next page) (see key on next page) TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide... -
Page 11: What's In The Box
7► Position Locator Button 14► TOPAZ Power Cable What’s in the Box Before using TOPAZ, take out all the items that are included in the box. Identify and set aside each component. The following items are included with TOPAZ: ... -
Page 12: Safety And Maintenance
-20° and 65° C (-4° and 149° F). Do not store in a parked car, because the temperature often exceeds this range. Always use and store TOPAZ on a stable, level, hard surface such as a desk or table. When carrying or transporting TOPAZ, it is recommended that you move the CRT monitor separately. - Page 13 When cleaning the rest of the TOPAZ, make sure the unit is unplugged. Use a lightly dampen soft, clean cloth with water or mild detergent. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 14: Getting Started
TOPAZ models include a CRT or LCD monitor. To set up the TOPAZ CRT model, place the monitor on the platform located on the top of the unit. Make sure that the monitor is securely positioned on the center of the platform so that it does not fall or slide off. -
Page 15: Connecting The Power Cables
After you attach the monitor and connect the video cable, do the following to connect the monitor and TOPAZ power cables: Locate the power cables for the monitor and the TOPAZ. Plug the female end of the monitor power cable into the three pronged plug on the back of the monitor. - Page 16 (this is the monitor’s power button). A light turns on to indicate that the monitor has power. Note: You do not need to turn off the monitor when you are finished using TOPAZ. The monitor automatically enters sleep mode when you turn off TOPAZ.
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Page 17: Quick Start Tutorial
Quick Start Tutorial This tutorial will get you started using TOPAZ quickly. Before beginning, ensure you have followed the assembly instructions and that the unit is plugged into a wall outlet. Press the green POWER button to turn on the unit. This button is located on the right side of the TOPAZ control panel. - Page 18 Locate the MAGNIFICATION dial in the center of the TOPAZ control panel. Turn the dial to the right to increase the magnification level. Then, turn the dial to the left to decrease the magnification. Find a magnification level that lets you read comfortably while seeing as much of the text as possible.
- Page 19 The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Congratulations! You have successfully read with TOPAZ. For more information on using and customizing TOPAZ, refer to the relevant sections in this guide. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 20: Using The Topaz Camera Controls
Using the TOPAZ Camera Controls The following diagram illustrates the various controls located on the front of the TOPAZ. These controls allow you to change how the magnified image displays on the screen. Each control on the camera module is described from left to right. -
Page 21: Freeze Frame Button (Orange)
Press this button to turn the Position Locator beam on or off. When on, a red dot appears on your document at the location where the camera is pointing. This helps you determine where to position items that you want to magnify so they are visible on the screen. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide... -
Page 22: Video Mode Button (Blue)
To turn the power off, press and hold the green POWER button Note: The monitor will automatically enter sleep mode when you turn off TOPAZ. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide... -
Page 23: Reading With Topaz
TOPAZ lets you magnify almost anything. Use it to read books, magazines, medicine bottles, small text on objects, letters, or any other type of document. You can also use TOPAZ to look at pictures and other images. To magnify an item, do the following: If the power is off, press the green POWER button to turn the power on. -
Page 24: Adjusting The Picture
If you want to change the video mode or brightness for easier reading, see Adjusting the Picture on page 18. Adjusting the Picture TOPAZ allows you to change the brightness of the screen and choose from a number of different video modes. Choose the combination of brightness and colors that best suit your vision needs. -
Page 25: Changing The Video Mode
Press and hold the BRIGHTNESS dial and FREEZE FRAME button at the same time to turn the TOPAZ lights on or off. For more information, see Viewing Photos and Other Glossy Items on page 25. Using the Reading Table The reading table allows you to easily move items that you want to magnify without touching them. - Page 26 Place your fingers in the well just above the TABLE LOCK slider. Use your thumb to push the TABLE LOCK slider up. The higher you push the slider, the easier the table will be to move. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 27: Adjusting The Lcd Flat Panel Monitor
Adjusting the LCD Flat Panel Monitor Some TOPAZ models have LCD flat panel screens. These models allow you to change the height, angle, and rotation of the monitor and control panel for the best view and for more neck and upper back comfort. - Page 28 Monitor and control panel in lower position Monitor and control panel in raised position TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
- Page 29 The monitor and control panel can swivel 90 degrees left and right from the center position for a total arc of 180 degrees. Swivel range of TOPAZ monitor and control panel TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 30: Writing Or Doing Crafts With Topaz
TOPAZ is ideal for reading and viewing documents and images. However, you can also use it to help you write on items or complete craft projects. Use TOPAZ to fill out forms, write checks, pay bills, draft letters, complete crossword puzzles, paint, sew, assemble models, and much more. -
Page 31: Viewing Photos And Other Glossy Items
This lighting is diffused to reduce glare and reflections. However, some items, such as photographs or glossy magazine pages, may be too shiny or reflective to view easily. When viewing such items, you can turn off the lights on TOPAZ to improve the quality of the magnified image. -
Page 32: Connecting Topaz To A Television
, you will see black and white images four times before returning to full color. To make things easier when connected to a television, set the TOPAZ to use its basic video settings as described in Minimal Video Mode Configuration on page 43. -
Page 33: Service And Support
Service and Support You can contact Freedom Scientific Technical Support to receive technical assistance with TOPAZ. Before contacting Technical Support, it is recommended that you refer to Troubleshooting on page 28 to try to resolve your problem quickly. If you cannot resolve your issue, you can visit www.FreedomScientific.com. Choose the Support link to search the Knowledge Base. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Press the blue VIDEO MODE button to switch to a different video mode. The unit does not turn on. Ensure that the TOPAZ and monitor are both plugged in. Ensure that the outlet has power and is not malfunctioning. If the outlet is connected to a wall switch, make sure that the switch is on. - Page 35 Text is too small to read. Turn the MAGNIFICATION dial to the right to increase the magnification level. Text is too large. Turn the MAGNIFICATION dial to the left to decrease the magnification level. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
- Page 36 Problem Solution TOPAZ is connected to a monitor, but no Ensure that the monitor is plugged into magnified image appears on the the power port on the back of the television screen. TOPAZ monitor stand or wall outlet. Ensure that the monitor is on. Ensure...
- Page 37 Monitor and control panel will not swivel. First raise the monitor height so that the control panel clears the camera, and then move the monitor to the left or right. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 38: Appendix A - Advanced Video Controls
Appendix A – Advanced Video Controls TOPAZ has an advanced configuration menu that allows you to assign custom video modes and adjust the brightness, contrast, color, tint, and zoom position display. To access this configuration menu, hold down the red POSITION LOCATOR button approximately 10 seconds. -
Page 39: Choosing Custom Video Modes
Choosing Custom Video Modes TOPAZ allows you to cycle through up to twelve different video modes. The first three video modes are fixed and cannot be changed. However, you can choose up to nine additional video modes from a wide variety of pre-defined color choices. Once you assign a video mode to one... - Page 40 When you have finished selecting the color schemes you want to use, hold down the POSITION LOCATOR button (for approximately 10 seconds) until the on-screen display, which appears at the bottom of the screen, is no longer visible to save your settings. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 41: Changing The Brightness And Contrast For Custom Video Modes
Press the VIDEO MODE button until you select the position containing the video mode you want to adjust. Press the POSITION LOCATOR button . The following Brightness icon appears on the screen. Brightness icon TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide... - Page 42 Hold down the POSITION LOCATOR button (for approximately 10 seconds) until the on-screen display is no longer visible to save your settings. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 43: Changing The Color And Tint For Full Color Mode
- or - To decrease the color saturation, press the FREEZE FRAME button until you move the slider to the left to the desired level of color. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide... - Page 44 Hold down the POSITION LOCATOR button (for approximately 10 seconds) until the on-screen display is no longer visible to save your settings. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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Page 45: Hiding The Zoom Position Display
Hiding the Zoom Position Display When you move the Magnification dial, TOPAZ displays the current magnification level (1 through 16) in the lower left corner of the screen. If you do not want this information to display, do the following:... -
Page 46: Turning Off Auto Focus
Auto Focus is on by default. This means that the camera automatically focuses on the closest object. When Auto Focus is off, TOPAZ does not adjust the camera focus. This makes it easier to write or work with an object, because the camera will not automatically focus on your hand. -
Page 47: Turning Off Freeze Frame
Note: To restore Auto Focus, repeat steps 1 through 4, but select the X instead of the check mark. Turning Off Freeze Frame When using the red POSITION LOCATOR button to cycle through the video controls, the Freeze Frame Display icon appears after Focus Lock Display TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide... -
Page 48: Reset Factory Default
FREEZE FRAME button disables this mode. If you save video control settings while Freeze Frame mode is disabled, TOPAZ will not capture the screen image, and the Freeze Frame Display icon will not appear when you press the FREEZE FRAME button. -
Page 49: Minimal Video Mode Configuration
Minimal Video Mode Configuration To set a minimal configuration of full color, enhanced black on white, and enhanced white on black, hold the yellow BRIGHTNESS dial and the blue VIDEO MODE button for 10 seconds. TOPAZ Swivel Monitor Desktop Magnifier User’s Guide...
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My screen is frozen and I can’t get it to do anything else. I’ve turned it on and off and I have pressed the image capture button, but it is still frozen.
Topaz ultra screen is frozen. Turned it on and off unplugged it And pressed the image capture button right to the left of the big center button, but nothing seems to happen
To fix a frozen screen on the Freedom Scientific TOPAZ, press the FREEZE FRAME button again to turn off Freeze Frame mode. If Auto Focus is off, pressing the button a second time will display the Focus Lock icon. Pressing it a third time will turn Auto Focus back on. If the issue persists, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual or contact Freedom Scientific Technical Support.
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