Madentec Tracker PRO User Manual

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User Guide

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  • Page 1 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � User Guide...
  • Page 3 User Guide may contain samples of names and other identification to describe the features and capabilities of Tracker Pro and should not be construed as endorsing any product or individual but simply to illustrate the application.
  • Page 4 Your Madentec Tracker Pro has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    What’s in the box? Registering Tracker 2. Installing Tracker Pro Introduction Connecting Tracker Pro Mounting Tracker Pro USB Hubs Using Alternate Clicking Devices 3. Setting up Tracker Pro Introduction The Sensor and Dot Tracking Range Configuration Table of Contents v...
  • Page 6 Accelerated Cursor Speed Using IntelliPoint Tracker and Mouse Driver Settings 4. Tips & Tricks Quick Start for Tracker Pro on a Computer:...
  • Page 7: Introducing Tracker Pro

    It imitates a standard desktop mouse or trackball allowing hands-free control of the computer. Tracker Pro uses a sensor that tracks a tiny, reusable reflective dot that is placed on either your forehead or glasses. When your head moves, the cursor moves.
  • Page 8 Illustration A. 8 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 9: What's In The Box

    Note In the event that you return your Tracker Pro for warranty support it is imperative that you keep the original shipping box.This box has been designed to protect Tracker Pro during shipping.
  • Page 10 Illustration B. 10 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 11: Installing Tracker Pro

    Positioning the Tracker Unit Tracker Pro can be mounted on either a desktop or laptop computer as well as AAC devices which support USB connectivity.The round ball of Tracker Pro contains a sensor which detects reflective light from the reusable dot and translates it to cursor movement.This sensor must be positioned so that it points...
  • Page 12 Illustration C. 12 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 13: Connecting Tracker Pro

    Place Tracker Pro on your computer or laptop in the desired location. Plug the USB cable attached to Tracker Pro into a free USB port on your computer. The attached cable should be long enough for most laptops and AAC devices. A 6-foot extension cable can also be used to connect the Tracker Pro to a desktop computer.
  • Page 14 Illustration D. 14 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 15: Mounting Tracker Pro

    Mounting Tracker Pro The Tracker Pro includes several mounting options. One of which includes a product similar to Velcro, called Dual Lock™. Dual Lock has been positioned on the bracket which is attached to the Tracker, as well as two points on the “Universal Mount”...
  • Page 16 Illustration E. 16 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 17: Usb Hubs

    A USB hub may plug into an existing USB port which will expand the port from a single USB connection to as many as four connections. If using Tracker Pro with a USB hub, you must ensure that the hub is externally (self ) powered.
  • Page 18 Typical dot placement Illustration F. 18 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 19: Setting Up Tracker Pro

    Tracker Pro. The Sensor and Dot Think of the front of Tracker Pro as a camera lens. As Tracker Pro detects reflected light from the reusable dot it will automatically adjust itself to block out extraneous light sources such as sunlight, fluorescent or other ambient light.
  • Page 20 Speed slide Switch Illustration G. 20 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 21: Tracking Range

    If you see a blue light at the top portion of the ball, Tracker Pro has detected the dot and is in the best position to convert your movements into cursor movements.
  • Page 22 Illustration H. Mac OSX WinXP Illustration I. 22 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 23: Using Intellipoint

    It is important for you to remember that cursor speeds are dependent on both the Tracker Pro switch settings (hardware) and the settings used for your specific mouse driver (software).
  • Page 24 24 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 25: Tips & Tricks

    Remember, as with anything new, practice will be needed. Over time you will become adept at using the Tracker Pro. Do not expect to be an expert the very first time that you try it. (Users tend to ‘tense’ up the first time they try the Tracker.This will make it more difficult to be accurate.
  • Page 26: Plugging In The Tracker Pro

    2000 or another standard ability switch to perform this action. First time users If you are setting Tracker Pro up for a new user, first make the adjustments to suit your preference. Once you are personally comfortable with the mouse movement, then let the new user try using the Tracker Pro with the same settings.
  • Page 27 ScreenDoors 2000 from Madentec. It is difficult to hit small targets when you are first learning so start with large and work your way down to smaller items. Solitaire is a good adult game, and any child’s game (ie: Jumpstart series) will help develop the necessary skills.
  • Page 28: Maintain Your Settings

    “bumps” against the edge. Continue moving your head beyond that point, effectively catching up on the cursor. Continue in this fashion with simple up-and- down or side-to-side movements. As you practice, it will quickly become apparent what you must do to center the cursor. 28 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 29 Index Magic Cursor 2000 17 right button click 23 right clicking 17 sip/puff switch 26 switch jack 17 wheel button click 23 WISP 2000 17 AAC devices 11 Configuration 21 AAC product 13, 15 Connecting 13 ability switch 17, 26 Control Panel 27 Accelerated 21 cursor 7, 23, 28...
  • Page 30 Maintain your settings 28 Microsoft 23 monitor 15 infrared light 19 motion 19 Installing 11 Mounting 11, 15 IntelliPoint 21, 23 mounted 11 Introduction 7 Mouse 27 mouse 13, 26 Mouse Driver 23 speed 23 30 Tracker Pro User Guide...
  • Page 31 Mouse Properties 27 Maintain your settings 28 mouse settings 28 Plugging in the Tracker Pro 26 mouse speed 21 Pointer size 27 Speed settings 27 standard mouse device 26 Trust your Therapist 28 new hardware 13 Range 21 Occupational Therapist 28...
  • Page 32: Universal Mounting Bracket

    Tracker Pro 7 Universal Mounting bracket 9 Universal Mount 11, 15 USB 11 USB cable 13, 17 extension cable 13 USB hub 13, 17 USB plug 26 USB port 7, 11, 13 User guide 9 32 Tracker Pro User Guide...

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