Koba Vision ZoomCam Speech User manual

KOBA Vision
De Oude Hoeven 6 Tel. [phone]
3971 LEOPOLDSBURG [email protected]
Belgium www.kobavision.be
ZoomCam Speech
English - User Manual - Page 2
Deutsch –Gebrauchsanweisung - Seite 25
Specifications - Page 52

KOBA Vision ZoomCam Speech 2
English –User Manual
This manual describes the KOBA Vision ZoomCam Speech. The latest versions of the manual can be
downloaded from the KOBA Vision website: www.kobavision.be.
Chapter 1: Safety and
maintenance instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Text read by the Vocatex is under no circumstance guaranteed to be a 100%
correct. The text-to-speech function is solelyto be used as a reading aid.
•The power supply must only be replaced by the same type (5V, max. 3A, Medical Grade AC/DC Adapter
(EN60601-1)) after switching off the device and removing the adapter from the grid.
•The connections have been designed to only connect in 1 way. Never force a connection. Install the power
supply of the device in a well ventilated area.
•Never attempt to repair the device by yourself. It is dangerous to remove protective covers which are there to
prevent electric shock. You must contact KOBA Vision or your dealer in caseof defects.
•To avoid electrocution, do not place the device in a spot where it can come into contact with liquids.
•Consult the user manual of the screen or other connected external devices for specific safety instructions
related to this device.
•Save this manual carefully. It contains all necessary information about your device.
•Keep the device in a dry, well-ventilated and clean place. Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or a heat
source.
•Never use this device in ambienttemperatures higher than 35°C.
•This device is designed as aid to magnify documents. Any change of purpose voids the
CE-marking.
•Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused. Do not dispose of your old product in your general
household waste bin. Dispose of the complete product (including its cables, plugs and
accessories) in the designated collection facilities.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
•Disconnect all the cables from the device before cleaning.
•Occasionally clean the device and the lens using adamp cloth intended for cleaning computers and screens.
•Do not allow any fluids to enter the device.
•Treat your device with care and you will enjoy it for years to come.
CE
This device bears the CE approval mark.

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FCC
This device bears the FCC approval mark.
This equipment hasbeen tested and found to comply withthe limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant topart
15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable 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 guaranteethat 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:
•Reorient orrelocate the receiving antenna.
•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.
•Consult the dealeror an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.
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.
Chapter 2 : Installation
CONTENT
The ZoomCam Speech issupplied with the following content:
•ZoomCam Speech camera
•USB-C –USB-C 3 cable (1 meter)
•USB-C –USB-A 3 cable (1 meter)
•HDMI cable (2 meter)
•USB-C power supply
•T-support ZoomCam Speech
•2x Remote control ZoomCam Speech
•2x AAA batteries
•Protection bag
•Reading tablet
•Adapter USB-C –Mini Jack 3,5 mm (Audio)
•User Manual
SETTING UP
1. Press the large round button in the hinge between the 2 arms
of the ZoomCam Speech. The button has 3 tactile dots.
2. Keep pressing the button while unfolding the arm until the
button pops out automatically.
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3. Pressthelargeroundbuttoninthehingebetweenthearmand
the foot. The button has 3 tactile dots.
4. Keep pressing the button while unfolding the arm until the
button pops out automatically.
5. Turn the ZoomCam Speech and set it on his footplate.
6. Ready.
POSITION OF THE CAMERA
The ZoomCam Speech can be used in multiple ways because the camera head can turn in any direction.
1. Behind (recommended)
The arm of the camera is placed at the back. Rotate the
camera around its axis to straighten the image. A3 sheets
can moved freely under the camera.
2. Left or right
The base of the camera is placed on the left or the right.
Rotate the camera around its axis to straighten the image. A4
sheets can moved freely under the camera.
3. Other positions
Rotate the camera around its axis to adjust the image straight.
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A4 A4
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CONNECTIONS
1. HDMI
The HDMI connection transfers the image from the
ZoomCam Speech to a screen. This can be a
television screen as well as a monitor.
2. USB-C 3 port - POWER
Power
This USB connection can provide additional power.
This USB connection is used if the other USB
connection does not provide sufficient power or to
connect an external battery or power supply.
Sound
This USB connection also provides sound via a USB-C -
MiniJack 3.5 mm adapter or via the optional USB-C
Bluetooth adapter.
3. USB-C 3 port - PC
The USB connection transfers the image to a
computer or tablet. The connection also provides
power to the device. This USB connection is the main
connection.
READING TABLET
The reading tablet is intended to move
documents smoother over the foot of the
ZoomCam Speech. With the reading tablet
documents can be read more comfortably.
Position the bottom groove of the reading
tablet over the foot of the ZoomCam
Speech. Now you will have a smooth
surface above the foot of the ZoomCam
Speech to move documents.
1. HDMI
2. USB-C (POWER) 3. USB-C (PC)

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T-SUPPORT
By attaching the supplied T-support to the back
of the ZoomCam Speech's base, the device is
protected from falling over.
POWER SUPPLY
The ZoomCam Speech operates on external power. Power will be supplied to the USB ports. Connect the USB
cable or USB power supply. The LED lights on the front and back inform details about the power source.
•3x green: Enough power. ZoomCam Speech is powered via USB-C. The ZoomCam Speech will turn on
without having trouble with power.
•3x yellow: Not sure of sufficient power. ZoomCam Speech is poweredvia a non USB-C supply.
ZoomCam Speech could have a problem.
•6x red: The ZoomCam Speech can’t turn on, because oftoo less power. Connect a second power source
via USB.
CONNECT THE ZOOMCAM SPEECH TO A SCREEN
To use ZoomCam Speech on a screen (with built-in speakers), connect it via the HDMI connector. Power
the device using the included USB-C power adapter or by connecting the ZoomCam Speech to a USB port
on the screen that provides sufficient power. Use:
•HDMI cable →connect to HDMI interface
•USB-C power supply or USB-C - USB-A cable for connection to the screen →connect 1 of the 2 USB
connections
It is recommended to use a screen with built-in speakers so that the read-aloud function is available without
additional connection.
If thescreen does not have built-in speakers, solve this by:
•Connect the supplied USB-C - Mini Jack 3.5 mm adapter to the middle USB port. Connect the power supply
to the outer USB-C port. Connect external speakers or headphones to the Mini Jack 3.5 mm.
•Connect the optional bluetooth adapter to the middle USB port. Connect the power supply to the outer USB-C
port. Connect a bluetooth speaker or headphones by long pressing the button on the adapter so that the
bluetooth adapter is in pairing mode. Put the speakers or headphones into pairing mode too. Both devices will
pair automatically. For a list of compatible bluetooth adapters, refer to the specifications at the back of the
manual.

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CONNECT THE ZOOMCAM SPEECH TO A COMPUTER OR
TABLET
Use the USB-C (PC) connection to connect the ZoomCam Speech on a computer, tablet or smartphone. If
the device does not have enough power, use the second USB (PWR) connection. Use:
•USB-C cable →connect it tothe outer USB-C connector (PC) - 3
•If the ZoomCam Speech does not have enough power or if you want to connect an external battery, use a
second USB cable →connect it to the middle USB-C connection (PWR) - 2
USB 3, type USB-C 3A
The ZoomCam Speech works optimally with a USB 3, type USB-C 3A.
When connecting the ZoomCam Speech, the LED flashes green.
USB 3, type USB-C 1,5
Each USB-C port delivers at least 1,5A. This port may not provide enough power. If the ZoomCam Speech is not
receiving enough power, the LED flashes 6 times red at the next start-up. In this case, connect the ZoomCam
Speech with a second USB cable, connect the power supply or connect a USB-cable to an external battery.
When connecting the ZoomCam Speech, the LED flashes yellow.
USB 3, type USB-A
It is also possible to use a USB 3, type USB-A. This port may not provide enough power. If the ZoomCam
Speech is not receiving enough power, the LED flashes 6 times red at the next start-up. In this case,
connect the ZoomCam Speech with a USB-C cable, connect the power supply, connect a second USB
cable to the computer or tablet or connect a USB-cable to an external battery.
When connecting the ZoomCam Speech, the LED flashes yellow.
USB 2, type USB-A
It is also possible to use a USB 2, type USB-A. This port does not provide enough power. If the ZoomCam
Speech is not receiving enough power, the LED flashes 6 times red at the next start-up. In this case,
connect the power supply, connect a second USB cable to the computer or tablet or connect a USB-cable
to an external battery.
When connecting the ZoomCam Speech, the LED flashes yellow.
Chapter 3: Operation
REMOTE CONTROL
The ZoomCam Speech is operated with a remote control. The remote control has 2 AAA batteries. On the
back of the remote control there is a cover that you can slide down to replace the batteries.
The receiver is located between the lights in the horizontal arm of the ZoomCam Speech.
The LEDs on the front and back of the ZoomCam Speech flashes when a button is pressed on the remote
control.

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ZoomCam Speech is compatible with the remote control of ZoomCam Speech and also with ZoomCam
without read-aloud function.
ZoomCam Speech
ZoomCam
1
Press briefly: switch between overview and magnification
Hold button: read-aloud full image
Hold button if devices is switched off: switch on without read-aloud
function
2
Press briefly: switch ON
Hold button: switch OFF
3
Zoom in
4
Zoom out
5
Read-aloud –Start –Pause –Stop
6
Press briefly: go back one word in the text
Hold button: go back one sentence in the text
7
Press briefly: go ahead one word in the text
Hold button: go ahead one sentence in the text

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8
Press briefly: switch between photo mode, negative, positive reading
Hold button - negative/positive: changes colour of the background or
characters
Hold button –distance view: mirror image
9
Press briefly: hide/unhide column selector
Hold button: change the colour of the column selector
10
Press briefly: volume up
Hold button: select another reading voice or automatic
11
Press briefly: volume down
Hold button: select another reading voice or automatic
12
Press briefly: switch between brightnes, background, lighting, reading line,
reading bar, ticker
Hold button (ZoomCam Speech): change colour or reading line
Hold button (ZoomCam): switch between overview and magnification
13
Press in colour mode: increase brightness
Press in negative or positive reading: improve background
Press in lighting: more light
Press in reading line: move line up
Press in reading bar: higher
Press in ticker: increase size
14
Press in colour mode: decrease brightness
Press in negative or positive reading: decrease background
Press in lighting: less light
Press in reading line: move line down
Press in reading bar: smaller
Press in ticker: decrease size
15
Decrease reading speed (slower)
16
Increase reading speed (faster)
ICONS
The functions of the ZoomCam Speech are shown with icons on the screen. For some functions, you will see a
red progress indicator tothe left of the icon to indicate how the functionis set or how it is changing.

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Magnification. The camera
zooms in or out.
Photo mode. In this view, the
camera image is unedited.
Negative –positive reading.
In this mode, the image is
converted into artificial
colours for high contrast. By
pressing the colour button
long you can set other
colours.
Brightness. Increase or
decrease the brightness of
the image.
Background. To filter the
background or change the
thickness of the letters.
Lighting. Adjusts the lighting.
Reading line. The image has
a horizontal line. You can
move the line up or down.
Overview. In this view, the
camera zooms to a small
magnification to provide
overview.
Mirroring. This view is only
available in distance mode. In
mirror mode you can point
the camera at yourself.
Volume. The volume is
increasing or decreasing. A
red bar indicates the volume
level.
Reading speed. The reading
speed is increasing or
decreasing. A red bar
indicates the reading speed
level.
Reading bar. Make the bar
higher or smaller.
Ticker. Change size of the
ticker.
Wait. The read-aloud function
is starting. It can take up to
30 seconds for preparing the
read-aloud function. It is
ready after the beep.
The read-aloud function isn’t
available. The device was
started without read-aloud
function.
Column selector. Hold button
to change its colour.
Navigation by sentence or
word.
Switching off. Hold the
button while switching off. A
red bar indicates how long
you need to hold.
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