Freedom Scientific ONYX Deskset XL User manual

440479-001 Revision C
ONYX
®Deskset XL
User’s Guide
Freedom Scientific, Inc.

ONYX Deskset XL User’s Guide ii
PUBLISHED BY
Freedom Scientific
11800 31st Court North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33716-1805
USA
www.FreedomScientific.com
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.
© 2012 Freedom Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
ONYX®, MAGic®, and MAGic EyeMerge™ are trademarks of Freedom Scientific, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.

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Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment 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. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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.
Do Not Make Modifications to Remote Control
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Table of Contents
Overview ............................................................................................................................1
ONYX Deskset XL Components.........................................................................................2
What’s in the Box ................................................................................................................2
Safety and Maintenance .....................................................................................................3
Getting Started..................................................................................................................5
Camera Video Connection..................................................................................................5
Monitor Video Connection...................................................................................................6
Monitor and Television Configurations................................................................................7
Power Connection...............................................................................................................8
Adjusting Monitor Height and Tilt........................................................................................9
Extending and Lowering the Camera Arm........................................................................13
Turning On the ONYX Deskset XL....................................................................................16
Positioning Camera for Long Distance or Close-up Work ................................................17
Basic Operation Using the ONYX Remote Control......................................................19
Turning On and Off the ONYX Deskset XL.......................................................................19
Removing the Remote Control Button Cover....................................................................20
Changing Magnification ....................................................................................................21
Adjusting Brightness .........................................................................................................21

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Changing Viewing Modes .................................................................................................21
Aiming the Camera at a Distant Image.............................................................................22
Flipping an Image .............................................................................................................23
Freezing an Image............................................................................................................23
Auto Focus Toggle............................................................................................................24
Masking.............................................................................................................................24
Reading Lines...................................................................................................................25
Saving Camera Settings ...................................................................................................26
ONYX Remote Control Functions..................................................................................27
Power/Function LED (Red)...............................................................................................28
Power (Green)...................................................................................................................28
Find (Red).........................................................................................................................29
Flip (Light Blue).................................................................................................................29
Video Mode (Blue) –ONYX Monitor Operation ................................................................30
Video Mode (Blue) –ONYX Monitor and Television Operation........................................31
Video Mode (Blue) –Television Only Operation...............................................................32
Brightness (Yellow)...........................................................................................................32
Zoom (Black).....................................................................................................................33
Freeze Frame (Red)..........................................................................................................33
Focus Lock (Orange) ........................................................................................................34

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Reading Lines (Black and White)......................................................................................34
Mask (Black and White)....................................................................................................35
Width (White) ....................................................................................................................35
Up and Down (Black)........................................................................................................35
Pairing a Remote Control with a Camera......................................................................36
Removing the Camera ....................................................................................................39
ONYX Remote Control Tether........................................................................................43
Transporting the ONYX ..................................................................................................45
Service and Support .......................................................................................................48
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................49

ONYX Deskset XL User’s Guide 1
Overview
The ONYX®Deskset XL makes seeing printed type, pictures, handwriting, and small details
easier than ever before.
The ONYX includes the following features:
Document reading
Distance reading
Self viewing
Auto Focus creates the clearest view without any need to make adjustments
Increase or decrease brightness
Masking
Reading Lines
Freeze Frame
Find function to easily target distant objects

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ONYX Deskset XL Components
What’s in the Box
ONYX magnifying camera
24-inch, 22-inch, 19-inch, or
17-inch flat-panel monitor
Base plate with adjustable
height monitor assembly
Swinging/telescoping
camera arm
Remote control with two
AAA batteries
Remote control tether
Power cord
ONYX user’s guide
ONYX carrying bag
(optional)

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Safety and Maintenance
To keep the unit in good condition and to ensure safe usage, observe the following guidelines:
Read the instructions in this user’s guide before attempting to use the unit.
Do not attempt to repair the unit or open its case. This product contains no user
serviceable parts.
Do not attempt to modify the remote control. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Keep the unit away from wet areas, rain, and other sources of liquids or high humidity. Do
not submerge the unit.
Always operate the unit in a place where the temperature is between 10° and 40° C (50°
and 104° F).
Always store the unit in a place where the temperature is between -20° and 65° C
(-4° and 149° F). Do not store in a parked car, because the temperature often exceeds
this range.
Always use the unit on a stable, level, hard surface such as a desk or table.
Never force connectors into the unit’s ports. All appropriate connectors should fit easily
into the ports. It the connector does not fit, turn it around, and try again.

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Use only the power cable that came with your unit. Other adapters may damage the unit.
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:
Water
Isopropyl alcohol
Petroleum benzene
Vinegar mixed with water at a concentration of no more than 10 percent vinegar, for
example, 1.5 tablespoons of vinegar per cup of water (100 ml per liter)
CAUTION:
Do not apply excessive pressure to the screen. Do not spray cleanser directly on
the screen. Also, do not use any cleanser that contains the following agents:
acetone, ethyl alcohol, ethyl acid, ammonia, or methyl chloride.
When cleaning the rest of the ONYX, make sure the unit is unplugged. Use a lightly
dampened, soft, clean cloth with water or mild detergent.

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Getting Started
Use the following procedures to set up and turn on the ONYX. Before beginning the assembly,
place the ONYX components on a sturdy and stable work surface, such as a desk or table.
Assembly is straightforward and will be very familiar to you after setting it up for use and
breaking it down for travel.
Camera Video Connection
Plug the camera’s modular RJ45 connector into the RJ45 connector on the ONYX monitor
stand. A click sound is made when the modular connector snaps into place.
Connecting video cable to RJ45 connector on monitor stand

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Monitor Video Connection
When facing the rear of the ONYX, there are three video connectors located vertically on the
left side of the ONYX monitor stand as shown in the following illustration.
S-Video connector for
television
Yellow RCA composite
video connector for
television
15-pin VGA connector for
ONYX monitor
ONYX Deskset XL monitor connectors

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S-Video: The top connector is a 4-pin mini-DIN connector. Use it to connect a television.
The S-Video cable is customer supplied.
RCA composite video: The center connector is a yellow RCA composite video
connector. Use it to connect a television. The composite video cable is customer supplied.
VGA: The bottom connector is a 15-pin VGA connector. The ONYX monitor connects
directly to this connector.
Monitor and Television Configurations
The standard ONYX Deskset XL configuration is to have the ONYX monitor connected directly
to the VGA connector on the side of the monitor stand.
A television can be connected to the ONYX using either the S-Video or composite video output
connectors. The ONYX monitor and television can be connected simultaneously. When
configured this way, the television only supports Normal and gray scale color modes.
If you disconnect the ONYX monitor from the VGA connector so that only the television is
connected, the following color modes are available: Normal, Reverse Color, Black on White,
and White on Black.
For more information about color modes, refer to Changing Viewing Modes on page 21.

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Power Connection
1. Plug the female end of the power cord into the ONYX monitor stand.
Connecting power cord to the ONYX Deskset XL
2. Plug the other end of the power cord into the wall outlet.

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Adjusting Monitor Height and Tilt
You can raise or tilt the monitor for more comfortable viewing.
Important:
When raising or lowering the monitor, always support the monitor’s weight by
holding the ONYX carrying handle or by holding the bottom of the monitor with
your hand.
To raise monitor height, do the following:
1. Lift and hold the carrying handle as shown in the following illustration.
2. Press and hold the lever to release the adjustment lock.
3. Raise the monitor using the carrying handle. There are five height positions.
4. After reaching the desired height, let go of the adjustment lock lever, and while still
holding the carrying handle, slightly lower or raise the monitor until the adjustment lock
engages. A click sound is heard when it locks into place.

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Hold handle
Press lever to release lock
Slowly raise monitor using handle
Raising monitor height
To lower monitor height, do the following:
1. Lift and hold the carrying handle as shown in the following illustration.
2. Press and hold the lever to release the adjustment lock.
3. Slowly lower the monitor while holding the carrying handle.

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4. After reaching the desired height, let go of the adjustment lock lever, and while still
holding the carrying handle, slightly lower or raise the monitor until the adjustment lock
engages. A click sound is heard when it locks into place.
Hold handle to support monitor
Press lever to release lock
Slowly lower monitor
Lowering monitor height

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To tilt the monitor forward or backward, do the following:
1. While facing the front of the monitor, place one hand on the top of the monitor and the
other hand on the ONYX base plate.
2. Do one of the following:
To tilt the monitor forward, gently pull the monitor toward you until it reaches a
position that is comfortable to you.
To tilt the monitor backward, gently push the monitor away from you until it reaches a
position that is comfortable to you.

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Extending and Lowering the Camera Arm
The unit has a telescoping camera arm that can be extended for distance viewing so that you
can see over individuals sitting in front of you in a classroom, and must be fully extended for
close up viewing. For example, you can position the camera directly over the monitor and point
it straight down to read material that you place directly in front of the monitor.
To raise the camera arm, do the following:
1. Press and hold the Release button, located on the side of the telescoping camera arm,
while simultaneously raising the camera arm. Refer to the following illustration.
2. Raise the arm until it is fully extended. The arm will click and lock in place.

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Raise arm until it fully extends
and locks
Press and hold Release button
Extending the telescoping camera arm