Prisma AF User Manual
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1. Gn Mime dae Pier USER MANUAL Page 1 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Table of Contents Package Content 2 INSIRIANO Rsa rali 3 Contool enre E a odatduawenceonmeueonts 5 ROWelice anelli 5 Mode icaliiiallii leali he 5 Magnilicationissna ilari 5 OVCNIOGW lirici 6 FOCU iii 6 DIIGNINess s tiene dille ail 6 Using the Prisma AP icant nloniantaivindveank Td Reading with the Prisma AF 7 Writing with the Prisma AF 8 VIIFOPVIOW eil 8 FOCUS IOCK ili 9 Ligning OMON ian 9 Sound ONO irora eaog a R 9 Factory GefaultS ccccccsssseceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeees 9 Taking Care of your Prisma AF 9 SPecificali0ns uso 11 Declaration Of Conformity 11 Weiss iena 12 Package Contents Your Prisma AF package should contain the following items o Prisma AF camera and table a Power supply o Output cable o Reading mat a Allen key for adjusting the hinge tension Please retain the packaging in case there is a need to return the unit for service or repair Page 2 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Installation Ke Insert the output cable Plug the SCART into the rear of the connector into the camera television and power on the television plug the power l connector into the socket Plug the transformer into located mid way alo a wall socket and the2. effective from the date of delivery For warranty claims or service during or after warranty period please contact your distributor Cash Vision for living Ash Technologies Limited B5 M7 Business Park Naas Ireland info ashtech ie www ashtech ie Page 12 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00
3. output cable You should have an image on the TV If not use your TV s remote control or control panel to switch to Video or Power on the Prisma AF If you do not have a SCART input on your TV you can use the trailing phono cable to plug into the yellow video input jack on your TV Page 3 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Raise the camera so that it is roughly 25 to 30 cms above the table If it is too far or too close to the text the camera will not be able to focus correctly The light can be rotated as shown It should be adjusted so that it shines on an area centred about the camera s image Page 4 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Controls Overview Zoom Up Power Zoom Down Power Push the button to turn the power on A blue image will appear on your TV and after a few seconds the picture from the camera will appear on the TV Pushing the Power button again will power off the Prisma AF Mode Repeated pressing of the Mode button will cycle through the three available viewing modes e Photo mode full colour for general viewing e Positive mode high contrast black on white e Negative mode white letters on a black background Magnification Press the Zoom Up button to enlarge the image and Zoom Down to reduce the image size When reading you should generally choose the smallest size that you can read comfortably The Prisma AF has limits set for each end of the magnifica
4. the Prisma AF Reading with the Prisma AF Place the Prisma AF on a suitable table near the television and sit in front of it Ideally the television should be at eye level or slightly below and the Prisma AF reading table should be level with your elbows when seated A good reading position prevents problems with your back neck and arms Place the material you wish to read on the reading table looking at the TV screen to see where you are Adjust the magnification to suit Ensure the camera head is horizontal for optimum image quality Move the book on the table until you locate the top of the page and then locate the start of the text Simply slide the book side to side and watch the television screen while reading There is a mat provided with your Prisma AF to facilitate reading heavier materials Place the mat Page T Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 across the reading table with the rubber side upwards Place the book on the mat and slide the mat from side to side Place mat rubber side up Writing with the Prisma AF Remove the mat from the table Place the page under the camera and locate the area of the page where you wish to start writing the overview function is useful for this Holding the page firmly bring your pen raised well above the paper until the nib is visible on the screen at the point you wish to write Lower the pen to the paper carefully and write You should watch the screen as you write Locating
5. pressure As the lens is polished and coated do not use a wet or coarse cloth avoid detergents and abrasive substances or solvents to clean it Page 9 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 If the hinges loosen with use they can be tightened with the L Allen key provided A To do this pull off the 4 caps covering the _ ESOS hinge screws and insert the Allen key into the screw head O Turn each screw clockwise about a quarter turn do not over tighten Replace the caps A Use only the supplied power supply and inspect the cabling regularly for damage The power supply is rated for use within your home country if you wish to use your Prisma AF abroad consult your distributor first as both voltages and television standards vary throughout the world Page 10 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Specifications Dimensions Table area 24 x 41cm_ Folded height 9cm Raised height 40cm Weight 1 1kg 12V 600MA from the power supply provided Modes of High contrast positive high contrast negative and full Operation colour normal Magnification Dependent on screen size and aspect 21 4 3 screen 3 4x to 38x 32 widescreen 5 6x to 62x Storage 10 C to 60 C Operating 5 C to 40 C 1Vpp composite video colour As we strive to constantly improve our products this information is subject to change without notice Declaration Of Conformity We Ash Technologies Ltd declare under our sole responsibilit
6. the Prisma AF camera in a well lit area will enhance the image available from the unit If possible avoid direct overhead lighting as this can cause shadows on the page leading to shading differences on the screen Mirror view The Prisma AF has a mirror mode that is useful for checking your appearance The mirror mode engages automatically when you tilt the camera head upwards to face the camera outwards The unit will Page 8 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 switch to photo setting when in mirror mode and switch back to the last reading mode when returned to the reading position You should try to keep the Prisma AF close to the TV screen for ease of use Focus lock Press Mode and Overview simultaneously to turn off the autofocus facility Repeat to re enable autofocus Lighting on off If you wish to turn off the LED lighting then with the unit powered off press Zoom Up and power the unit on Repeat to allow the lighting to function again Sound on off The sounds can be disabled by Pressing Zoom Down while powering on the unit Repeat to enable the sounds again Factory defaults Press Mode while powering on the Prisma AF to restore factory settings for sound lighting and brightness settings Taking Care of your Prisma AF Do not touch the lens Dirt on the lens will appear as a blurred or dim image or as fuzzy spots on the screen If you believe the lens is dirty it can be cleaned with a soft dry cloth applying minimal
7. tion range but you can override these limits by holding in Page 5 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 the zoom buttons though image quality will deteriorate Overview Overview allows you to easily locate a point of interest on the page you are viewing Press and release the Overview button to make the camera zoom out fully and revert to full colour mode An X is displayed in the centre of the screen as an aid to location Place the point of interest under the X and press any key to restore the magnification to the previous level Focus The camera will continuously autofocus to achieve the sharpest image However please be aware that there is a limited range over which the camera can focus Raising the camera too high greater than 30cms from the base of the camera to the page or placing the camera too low less than 25cms from the page will mean the camera cannot focus at high magnification correctly If the image does not appear to be in focus try raising or lowering the camera to correct it Brightness The image brightness can be adjusted to suit your preference Press and hold the Mode button for three seconds and text of the form Bri 3 will appear in the centre of the screen Use the Zoom Up and Zoom Down buttons to adjust the image as desired Press Mode again to save the setting The setting you choose will be saved and used subsequently for that mode of operation Page 6 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Using
8. y that this product Prisma AF of the brand Ash Technologies to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents EN 60601 1 2 2007 Medical Electrical Equipment Electromagnetic Compatibility Classification Residential following the provisions of EMC directive 2004 108 EC Signed for and on behalf of Ash Technologies Ltd Alan Johnston Engineering Director C Naas Ireland 16 October 2009 Page 11 Prisma AF English Rev 1 00 Warranty Ash Technologies warrants the equipment when purchased new to be free from defects in material and workmanship and will repair or replace at Ash Technologies discretion any equipment which exhibits such defects provided that the equipment has been operated under the proper conditions of installation and has not been tampered with by any persons not authorised by Ash Technologies or its agents and that it is solely serviced by Ash Technologies or its agents In no event shall Ash Technologies or its agents be liable for special indirect incidental or consequential damages the original user s remedies being limited to repair or replacement This warranty is valid only when serviced in the country of original purchase Ash Technologies makes no other or further warranty express or implied including and warranty of fitness for a specific purpose or warranty of merchantability This warranty is valid for a period of 24 Months
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