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ONYX
Deskset HD
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User Guide
Freedom Scientific, Inc.
440653-001 Revision A

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  • Page 1 ONYX Deskset HD ® User Guide Freedom Scientific, Inc. 440653-001 Revision A...
  • Page 2 St. Petersburg, Florida 33716-1805 www.FreedomScientific.com ® © 2014 Freedom Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. ONYX is a trademark of Freedom Scientific, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Freedom Scientific.
  • Page 3  Always use the unit on a stable, level, hard surface such as a desk or table.  When cleaning the screen, unplug the power cord and apply a small amount of non-abrasive cleanser, such as the following, to a soft, lint-free cloth and gently wipe: ...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview ..........................1 Setting Up the Unit ......................3 Carrying the Unit ....................... 9 Using ONYX Deskset HD ....................10 Advanced Features ......................16 Remote Control Functions ..................... 21 Color Modes ........................28 Pairing a Remote Control with a Camera ..............33 Transporting the Unit ......................

  • Page 5: Overview

    Overview ® The ONYX Deskset HD makes seeing printed type, pictures, handwriting, and small details easier than ever before. Its integrated carrying handle makes it very easy to transport. The unit includes the following features:  Document reading  Distance reading ...
  • Page 6 ONYX Deskset HD Components What’s in the Box  ONYX HD magnifying camera connected to a rotating camera  24-inch, 22-inch, or 20-inch flat- panel HD monitor  Remote control with two AAA batteries  Power cord  User documentation ...

  • Page 7: Setting Up The Unit

    Setting Up the Unit Use the following procedures to set up and turn on the unit. Use the unit’s carrying handle to place it on a sturdy and stable work surface such as a desk or table. Raise the camera arm until it locks in the upright position.
  • Page 8 Connect the power cord to the unit and an AC outlet. Flip the main power switch on the back of the unit to power on both the monitor and the camera. The green Power LED on the bottom of the camera indicates there is power to the unit.
  • Page 9 Adjust the monitor tilt by holding the left and right sides of the monitor, and then gently tilting it forward or backward until it reaches a position that is comfortable. If you are setting up the unit for the first time after removing it from its shipping container, open the remote control’s battery cover and insert two AAA alkaline batteries.
  • Page 10 Positioning the Camera for Long Distance or Close-up Work For long distance viewing, keep the close-up lens open. Keep the close-up lens closed for:  Looking at nearby objects  Self-viewing (camera rotated and pointing at yourself)
  • Page 11 For reading items placed under the camera, keep the close-up lens closed and the camera pointing down. Any changes made to camera settings (for example, color mode, magnification) are saved for that camera position: distance, reading, or self-viewing. This allows you to have a unique configuration for each camera position.
  • Page 12 Rotating and Tilting the Camera Camera arm joint swings 180° Camera arm rotates 330° Camera tilts 315°...

  • Page 13: Carrying The Unit

    Carrying the Unit The unit has an integrated handle that makes it very easy to transport. When carrying the unit, always lower the camera arm first as shown in the next figure. Important: Never move or carry the unit by the camera arm or camera.

  • Page 14: Using Onyx Deskset Hd

    Using ONYX Deskset HD This section describes how to change magnification and brightness, locate objects, change color modes, and more using the remote control. For more information about the remote control and its buttons, refer to Remote Control Functions on page 21.

  • Page 15: Changing Color Modes

    Changing Color Modes A color mode is a pre-defined color combination (for example, yellow text on a black background). You can use color modes to reduce glare and provide contrast to make it easier to read text on the screen. The unit has six default color modes: ...

  • Page 16: Aiming The Camera At Distant Objects

    Aiming the Camera at Distant Objects If you are currently focused on an object, but you want to move the camera to another object, use the FIND button to help you aim the camera, locate the center of the new object using the crosshairs displayed on the screen, and return to your initial magnification level.

  • Page 17: Flipping An Image

    Flipping an Image With the ONYX HD camera, you can change the screen orientation so that the image is flipped and mirrored both horizontally and vertically. This function is useful when the object you are viewing is upside down. For example, if you receive a heavy package, it may be easier to flip the image around instead of turning over the package.

  • Page 18: Auto Focus Toggle

    Auto Focus Toggle Focus lock prevents the camera from accidentally focusing on your hand or any other item that passes in front of the camera. This is useful when working or writing directly under the camera. Move the camera to the reading position (pointing down). Next, place your document or other item under the camera, and adjust magnification using the black PLUS or MINUS...

  • Page 19: Saving Camera Settings

    Saving Camera Settings Any changes that you make to camera settings (color mode, magnification, shading, and so on) are saved for that camera position: distance, reading, or self-viewing. This allows you to have a unique configuration for each camera position. For example, for reading, you can use yellow on black as your color mode to provide a strong contrast between foreground text and a solid background.

  • Page 20: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Shading, masks, and reading lines are features you can use to help you read text on the screen. The MASK and READING LINES buttons are located under the button cover. To access these buttons, slide the button cover down and off.

  • Page 21: Shading And Masking

    Shading and Masking Shades and masks block parts of the screen to show only a horizontal or vertical slice of the screen. This makes it easier to focus on a specific area of the screen while also reducing glare from bright backgrounds. Shades display as two translucent bars. Masks display as two solid bars on the screen.
  • Page 22 Use the white and black arrow buttons to move shades and masks as described in the following table. Press … To … Decrease the distance between shades or masks. This is true for both horizontal and vertical layout. White UP ARROW button Increase the distance between shades or masks.

  • Page 23: Reading Lines

    Reading Lines Reading lines are horizontal or vertical lines that display on the screen to help you maintain your place while viewing an image or reading text. To display reading lines, do the following: Press the white and black READING LINES button (lower left side of the remote control) to display two horizontal lines.
  • Page 24 Use the white and black arrow buttons to move the reading lines as described in the following table. Press … To … Move the bottom horizontal reading line up the screen. White UP ARROW Move the right vertical reading line to the button left.

  • Page 25: Remote Control Functions

    Remote Control Functions Button/LED Description and Function Power/Function LED (Red) The LED flashes red each time you press a button on the remote control. It is located in the upper left corner of the remote control. Power (Green) Press the POWER button to turn on the unit. To turn the power off, press and hold the POWER button.
  • Page 26 Button/LED Description and Function Find (Red) Press and hold the FIND button to locate the center of the object that is currently in view and focus. This is indicated by the crosshairs that appear on screen. In addition, the camera zooms out to make it easier for you to aim it at another object.
  • Page 27 Button/LED Description and Function Brightness (Yellow) Press the top BRIGHTNESS button to increase the brightness level. Press the bottom BRIGHTNESS button to decrease the brightness level. These buttons are located in the center of the remote control. Zoom (Black) Press the PLUS button to zoom in and enlarge the image that appears on the screen.
  • Page 28 Button/LED Description and Function Freeze Frame (Red) Press the FREEZE FRAME button once to freeze the current image that  appears on the screen. The Freeze icon displays on the screen. Press it again to turn off Freeze Frame mode and return to the live camera view.
  • Page 29 Button/LED Description and Function Reading Lines (White and Black) Press the READING LINES button to display two horizontal or vertical lines on the screen. Use these lines to help you maintain your place while reading text or viewing an item. You can then use the UP/DOWN and WIDTH buttons to adjust the position and the distance between lines on the screen.
  • Page 30 Button/LED Description and Function Shade and Mask (Black and White) Press the MASK button to cover the upper and lower, or left and right sides of the screen. By doing this, only a horizontal or vertical slice of the screen shows on the display, which can help you concentrate on specific items or lines of text.
  • Page 31 Button/LED Description and Function Width (White) Use these buttons to move the bottom or right reading line, shade, or mask on the screen. This action increases and decreases the distance between these items. Remove the button cover on the front of the remote control to access these buttons.

  • Page 32: Color Modes

    Color Modes There are six factory default* color modes and 27 additional color modes that you can activate and use. * True Full Color (always available, * High-Contrast Full Color Black on White Grayscale cannot be disabled) * Black on White * White on Black * Yellow on Blue (high-contrast positive)

  • Page 33: Adding And Removing Color Modes

    Adding and Removing Color Modes The unit has six default color modes. You can also activate and choose from a variety of 27 other color modes. Once a color mode is available, you can easily switch to it by pressing the blue COLOR MODE button , or the black UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW...
  • Page 34 The Enable check mark displays on the screen indicating that the current color mode is active. To disable the current color mode, press the light blue FLIP button . An displays and indicates that the color mode is disabled. Note: True Full Color mode is always available and cannot be disabled.
  • Page 35 To scroll to the next color mode, press the blue COLOR MODE button  A check mark indicates that the color mode is enabled  An indicates that the color mode is disabled  Note: To scroll faster through the list, you can also press the black UP ARROW or DOWN ...
  • Page 36 Resetting Default Color Modes If you have added or removed color modes, you can always restore the unit to its six default color modes. To do this, do the following: Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control. Use a pen tip or similar item to press the MENU button.

  • Page 37: Pairing A Remote Control With A Camera

    Pairing a Remote Control with a Camera An ONYX HD camera always corresponds with a specific ONYX HD remote control. To match or pair another remote control with your camera, do the following: Important: An unfolded paper clip is required for this procedure. Because the following tasks must be performed within a specified time limit, review and make sure that you understand this procedure before attempting to pair a camera and remote control.
  • Page 38 Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control. Insert and press the unfolded paper clip into the recessed PAIRING button (the hole above and to the right of the batteries when holding the remote control vertically). Note: This must be done within 10 seconds after pressing the camera’s PAIRING button. The remote control’s LED will flash approximately 10 times.

  • Page 39: Transporting The Unit

    Transporting the Unit An optional wheeled carrying case is available for all units except the 24-inch model. Before packing the unit, do the following: Use the remote control to power off the unit, and then flip the main power switch to the off position.
  • Page 40 Close the case and either use the case’s handles to carry it, or use the convenient telescoping handle to wheel the unit.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution The screen is blank. Make sure the main power switch is on. Ensure that the green Power LED for the camera is on. The LED is on the bottom of the camera. Make sure the power cable is correctly connected to the unit and the wall outlet.
  • Page 42 Problem Solution The unit does not turn on. Make sure that the main power switch is in the on position. Ensure that the remote control is working. The red LED in the upper left corner of the remote control flashes when a button is pushed.
  • Page 43 Problem Solution The image on the screen is too dark. Press the top yellow BRIGHTNESS button to increase brightness. Press the blue VIDEO MODE button to switch to a different video mode. The document I am reading is out of For close-up reading, make sure the focus.
  • Page 44 Problem Solution The image on the screen is blurry or Make sure the close-up lens is in the unfocused. correct position: closed for reading or self-viewing, and open for distance viewing. Ensure that Focus Lock is off. You can press the orange FOCUS LOCK button to turn Auto Focus on or off.
  • Page 45 Problem Solution Text is too small to read. Use the black PLUS button increase the magnification level. Text is too large. Use the black MINUS button decrease the magnification level. When I move the camera to a new This is normal operation since camera position, I lose the previous position’s settings are saved and stored per settings.

  • Page 46: Service And Support

    Note: This device has no user-serviceable components. Any unauthorized attempt to service or replace internal components will void the product warranty. To contact Freedom Scientific Technical Support by telephone, customers in the United States can call (727) 803-8600, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM (Eastern Time).
  • Page 47 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement Remote control FCC ID: VC2676OX This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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