User Manual Ultrasonic Mobility Aid
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1. 15 Manufacturer ks CareTec GmbH Stubenbastei 1 A 1010 Vienna Austria is the manufacturer of this product Phone 43 1 513 80 81 0 Fax 43 1 513 80 81 9 E mail office caretec at Web www caretec at Ray 08 2011 CE2. User Manual Ray Ultrasonic Mobility Aid Table of Contents 1 Introduction Description of the Device How to Use Switch the device on and off Setting of signals Recognition mode 6 1 Normal Mode 6 2 Escape Mode 7 Light probe 8 Trainer pupil mode 9 Signal and vibration free mode 10 Cleaning the device 11 Technical details 12 Guarantee and Service 13 Legal Notice on the Disposal of Electronic Devices 13 1 Disposal of used Electronic Devices 13 2 Recycling Batteries 14 Symbols used 15 Manufacturer OuR WP page page page page page page page page page page page page page page page page page page 10 page 11 ODOMOONNOTAAHKAR A A AOO 1 Introduction Ray is a small yet robust ultrasonic mobility aid designed and produced by CareTec Its ultrasonic emissions will recognize objects or obstacles in the way and inform the user by emitting either acoustic or tactile signals How does Ray work When switched on Ray constantly emits ultrasonic waves Measuring the delay of the reflected waves Ray is able to determine the distance of a given object and announce this via acoustic or tactile signals The maximum range of coverage depends on the reflective character of the measured object Consult instructions before use Do not operate Ray without reading the instruction manual Get acquainted with the device and all the accessories Keep the instruction for reference readi
3. To detect sources of light press and hold key 2 while swaying the device about the room Ray will then inform you about the intensity and proximity of the source of light emitting acoustic or tactile signals As soon as you release the key Ray will go back to the recognition mode 8 Trainer pupil mode Ray enables mobility trainers to connect their device to the one of the student in order to receive the exact same signals as the student They will then be able to support the student with the necessary information and feedback The connection between the student s device and the trainer s device is only possible if the student s device emits tactile signals vibrations The student will need to change his device to the student mode To do this switch the device off Then press and hold both keys and keep both keys pressed until you hear the melody of a German folk song followed by one vibration Release the keys and your device is now set to the student mode The trainer will then need to change his device to the trainer mode To do so switch the device on by pressing and holding both keys Keep both keys pressed until you hear the Beethoven melody which follows the German folk song followed by two vibrations Release the keys and the device is now set to the trainer mode Connect both devices via the cable that comes with each trainer unit Plug both ends of the cable in the earphone socket of both devices Both devic
4. or replaced free of charge In no event shall CareTec be liable for indirect special or consequential damages The exposure of the device to liquids strong electromagnetic fields heat as well as dropping the device or opening the case causes immediate loss of guarantee In case of problems please contact CareTec or your local distributor before returning the device without any apparent reason We will then inform you about the necessary procedures The device may only be opened by authorized technicians Carelec reserves the right to make any changes or improvements to its products without further notice 13 Legal Notice on the Disposal of Electronic Devices 13 1 Disposal of used Electronic Devices waste at specially designated collection and recycling points X This product must be disposed of separately from household For further information please contact your local authorities 13 2 Recycling Batteries Batteries must not be disposed of in household waste As a X consumer you are legaly obligated to bring your old batteries to public collecting points in your community or any shop that provides these batteries Pb Cd Hg These signs can be found on contaminant laden batteries Pb containing lead Cd containing cadmium Hg containing mercury 14 Symbols used Caution Note Dispose of separately from household waste x e Manufacturer E
5. ctive If Ray does not recognize any objects or obstacles for 1 minute it will automatically switch off To switch it off manually press and hold both keys until you hear a beep and feel a short vibration 5 Setting of signals You can decide whether Ray should give the feedback via acoustic or tactile signals To change from vibrations to acoustic signals and back again press key 1 6 Recognition mode Ray offers the possibility of two different recognition modes normal mode and escape mode To change from one mode to another and back again press key 2 6 1 Normal Mode In normal mode the maximum range of coverage is 2 5 meter 3 yds Ray will therefore react to every object or obstacle within this range either by vibrations or acoustic signal The nearer you get to an object the frequency of vibrations or signals will increase and vice versa 6 2 Escape Mode In escape mode the range of distance is reduced to 1 7 meter 2 yds The escape mode will help you to identify openings or passageways e g a doorway in a solid wall To change to the escape mode press key 2 Ray will confirm the change of modes with 2 beep sounds followed by 2 short vibrations If you like to swap to the normal recognition mode again press key 2 Ray will confirm the change with 1 beep sound followed by 1 short vibration 7 Light probe Ray can also be used as a light probe A small light sensor is located between the two ultrasonic sensors
6. es are automatically synchronized and the trainer will now only get the feedback from the student s device After the training session disconnect the cable and switch both devices off This will automatically end the student and trainer mode 9 Signal and vibration free mode Depending on the mode Normal or Escape Mode Ray will recognize obstacles within a range of distance from 1 7 to 2 5 meter If there are no obstacles within this diameter Ray will nevertheless emit short vibrations or signals To avoid this constant announcement you can change Ray into the so called signal and vibration free mode To change the device into this mode proceed as described above chapter 7 Trainer mode To do this switch the device on and press and hold both keys Keep both keys pressed until you hear the melody of a German folk song followed by one vibration Keep both keys pressed until you then hear a Beethoven jingle followed by two vibrations Still keep both keys pressed until you hear a Star Wars jingle followed by three vibrations Release both keys and you will hear a short beep tone to confirm the new setting The device is now set to the signal and vibration free mode which means that no vibrations or signals will be emitted if an obstacle is not within the range of the chosen mode e g 2 5 m for the normal mode 1 7 m for the escape mode Ray will keep this setting even when switched off When you remove the batteries the mode will c
7. hange back to the original mode Caution If you are not sure which mode is set on your device just switch it off and on again If you hear a short AN jingle followed by vibrations and a single beep after switching the device on again you know your device is set to the signal and vibration free mode 10 Cleaning the device To clean the surface of the device use a lightly moistened cloth only A Caution No liquid should enter the device Avoid strong acid or scrubbing cleansers Do not scrub the surface with rough sponges as they could damage the case of the device 11 Technical details Dimensions 120 x 29 x 19 mm 4 75 x 1 1 x 0 75 in Weight 50 g 1 75 oz incl batteries Range of Distance Normal mode up to 2 5 m 3 yds Escape mode up to 1 7 m 2 yds Angle 30 Power Supply 2 x 1 5 V AAA Micro batteries Included in Delivery Ray 2 x 1 5 V Micro batteries lanyard Printed user manual 12 Guarantee and Service From the date of purchase we issue to the original purchaser of this product a guarantee of twenty four 24 months on the device itself twelve 12 months on the accessories e g power supply earphones etc six 6 months on wear parts e g battery case etc Please note that we do not issue any guarantee on batteries During the guarantee periods mentioned above the product will be either repaired
8. ng and pass it on with the device 2 Description of the Device Ray is a slim handy and light weight device The case is about 12 cm 5 inches long with a flat end on one side and a slightly round end on the opposite end On the round end of the device you can feel 2 small holes for inserting the lanyard Take the device in one hand so that the round end faces towards you and the flat end with the two sensors faces away from you On the top surface you can feel 2 buttons In the following instructions the button further away will be referred to as Key 1 and the nearer button as Key 2 On the slim left side you will find an earphone socket The battery compartment is located on the base of the device 3 How to Use Turn the device so that the two keys now face downwards and the round end faces away from you Pull the lid of the battery compartment towards you to open it The lid is completely removable Put two 1 5 V AAA batteries in the compartment with the flat negative end of each battery contacting the coil Close the lid until it locks in place 4 Switch the device on and off Once the batteries have been inserted Ray is ready for use and automatically is switched on To switch it on manually press and hold both keys until you hear a beep and feel a vibration Once Ray is switched on the following settings are active Recognition Mode Normal Signals Vibrations Trainer Mode ina
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