LVI MagniLink Mira MLMIRA-AD19 User manual

User Manual
MagniLink Mira
LVI Low Vision International
Verkstadsgatan 5 Tel: +46 470 – 727700 E-mail: [email protected]
352 46 Växjö SWEDEN Fax: +46 470 – 727725 Internet: www.lvi.se

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CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 4
2. SAFETY INFORMATION......................................................................................... 5
3. UNPACKING............................................................................................................ 7
3.1 Packaging................................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Packing ..................................................................................................................... 7
4. INSTALLATION........................................................................................................ 8
5. THE WORK PLACE .................................................................................................. 9
6. FUNCTIONS .......................................................................................................... 10
6.1 Features, camera unit............................................................................................ 11
6.2 Features, reading table......................................................................................... 13
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................... 14
7.1 Replacing the lamp ............................................................................................... 14
8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................ 15
9. FCC STATEMENT (USA AND CANADA ONLY)................................................. 17

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The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is
believed to be accurate. However, LVI assumes no responsibility for any
inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. In no event will LVI be
liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential
damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual.
In the interest of continued product development, LVI reserves the right
to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at
any time, without notice or obligation.

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1. General information
MagniLink Mira is a video magnifier designed for people with visual
impairments. The video magnifier offers autofocus, full colour and
several artificial colours.
There are two versions in the MagniLink Mira family:
•MLMIRA-AD19 comes with a 18,5” widescreen (16:9).
•MLMIRA-AD23 comes with a 23” widescreen (16:9).
MagniLink Mira complies with all requirements for CE-approval
of medical devices according to 93/42/EEG directives.

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2. Safety information
The MagniLink Mira is only intended for use as a reading aid at home or
for office work.
•The enclosed net adapter is only intended for use with MagniLink
Mira. Before connecting, check the net adapter and the mains cord
to make sure nothing is damaged. If something is damaged, call
your service technician for replacement. Do not allow anything to
rest or roll over the mains cord. Damaged mains cord or plugs may
result in a shock or a fire hazard.
•Make sure that the openings of the unit are not covered. Caution
children about dropping or pushing objects into the unit’s
openings. Object dropped into the MagniLink Mira may result in
an electrical shock or a fire hazard.
•Never operate the MagniLink Mira if the unit has been exposed to
water, rain or other liquids. Unplug the unit and have it inspected
by a service technician before further use. If cleaning is required,
unplug the unit, use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Only use water
or some detergent specially made for cleaning monitors and
computers. Do not use aerosol cleaners directly on the unit since it
may overspray and cause an electrical shock.
•If the MagniLink Mira has to be moved, the reading table has to be
locked in transport position by pushing the brakes in maximum
position. Stand behind the unit and lift it by the aluminium bars at
the back of the unit. Do not lift the unit’s screen or the reading
table.
•If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the
operation instructions, do not attempt any further adjustments.
Unplug the set and call your dealer or service technician. Only use
replacement parts specified by LVI.

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•Moving the system from a cold to a warm place may cause
condensation (water droplets) on its internal surfaces or on the
lens. To avoid condensation, install the system in the room where it
is to be used at least 30 minutes before use. Do not expose the
system to sudden or extreme changes in temperature.
Warning! MagniLink Mira has a low total weight, which means that the
system is less stable when the reading table is in its most extended
position. Do not overload the reading table when it is in this position.
Doing so may cause the system to turn over which may lead to personal
injuries.
Plastic bags in the packing material can be dangerous. To
avoid danger or suffocation keep bags away from babies and
children.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the equipment to rain or
moisture
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer service to qualified service personal In
uncertainty about any safety details, please contact your supplier.
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3. Unpacking
MagniLink Mira is delivered in a box containing:
•Camera unit
•Net adapter
•Mains cord
•Manual
3.1 Packaging
The packaging of the unit contains the following:
•corrugated cardboard
•cellular plastic (EPP)
•polyethylene (LDPE4)
LVI recommends the user to keep all packaging material, to be reused in
case of future shipping.
Inspect the package for exterior damages. Note that severe damages
should be directed to the transport company. Open the box and place
the units parts on a table.
3.2 Packing
If the unit has to be moved or sent back, note the following:
Use the original packaging. Put the polyethylene bag over the system
and place the transport support as well as packing material around it. Lift
the system down in the box. Then tape the box together.
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4. Installation
The unit comes fully assembled, the only
thing needed is to connect the AC
adapter (A), on the back of the camera
unit. The device is then ready for use.
The AC adapter produce heat and may
therefore not be covered!
4.1 Setting the screen position
The screen can be tilted forward / backward by holding on both sides of
the screen and then tilt the the screen to the desired position . The
screen can be raised / lowered by holding a hand under the screen, lift
the screen a bit while the knob on the back is pulled out (placed under
the camera), set the screen in the desired position then release the knob
and the screen.
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5. The work place
A comfortable work place around your MagniLink is important. It could
be useful to keep the following in mind:
•The chair should have a back rest
•The seat of the chair should be of a height which does not make
your legs become numb.
•Let your feet rest on the floor.
•The reading table should be at a height that allows your forearm to
rest horizontally on the table.
•Shield off daylight. Lights from ceiling lamps, table lamps and
windows can be reflected on the monitor.
When operating the reading table for MagniLink Mira, do not
place hands under or behind the reading table. It could get
one’s finger caught between the reading table and the stand
or the slides.
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6. Functions
Here follows an overview of the controls of MagniLink Mira. Next pages
have more information, both for camera unit and reading table.
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6.1 Features, camera unit
1) On/off (standby)
2) Brightness control
3) Autofocus on/off
4) Magnification lever
5) Control for guiding line
6) Option 1: Button for colour picture mode
Option 2: Exposure mode Manual/Automatic
7) Button for high contrast with artificial colours
8) Depth direction friction adjustment
9) Sideway direction friction adjustment
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1) On/off (standby)
Press the button to switch on or off the unit.
2) Brightness control
Press the button to adjust the brightness. This way best readability
in different situations can be achieved.
3) Autofocus on/off
Pressing the button locks the autofocus in present position. This
could be used for example when writing by hand without
disturbing the focusing system with the hand or the pen. A new
push at the button reactivates the autofocus system again.
4) Magnification lever
Lever for adjustment of the magnification. To decrease the
magnification, push the left side of the button and to increase the
magnification, push right side of the button.
5) Control for guiding line
Controls the position of the guiding line. Press the right side of the
button to move the guiding line horizontally upwards. Continue to
press and the guiding line switches from horizontal to vertical
position and the guiding line will be moved from right to left. The
left side of the button makes the guiding line go in opposite
direction.

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6) Option 1: Button for colour picture mode
When pushing the button it will show natural colours.
Option 2: Exposure mode Manual/Automatic
By pressing the button for three seconds, the camera switches from
manual to automatic exposure. Pressing the button for another
three seconds, switches the camera back to manual exposure.
7) Button for high contrast mode with artificial colours
Press the button to switch between different combination of
colours.
Background / Text
white / black
black / white
yellow / black
red / black
black / red
yellow / blue
Background / Text
black / yellow
green / black
black / green
blue / yellow
white / blue
blue / white
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6.2 Features, reading table
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8) Dephtway brake
It is used to set the depthway friction. With the brake in near end
position, the reading table is unlocked. To increase friction, push
the depthway brake towards the back.
9) Sideway brake
Is used to set the sideway friction. With the brake in the left end
position, the reading table is unbraked. To increase the braking
power the sideway brake is pushed to the right.
Writing position
Locate the reading surface in wanted position. Lock the table by
pushing the sideway brake to the right end position and the
depthway brake is pushed from the user to the end position (or
towards the back).
Transport position
Place the table in the middle position and push it back as far as
possible. Lock the table by pushing the sideway brake to the right
end position and the depth way brake towards the back.
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7. Troubleshooting
If nothing happens when turning the system on, check that all
connections are correct according to the section “Installation”. If the
installation is properly done, turn off the equipment and contact an
authorised service technician.
Never remove the cover to repair the equipment.
If the led on the unit is red, something is wrong with the equipment.
Restart the system by pulling out the mains cord from the wall socket for
about 10 seconds, and then try to restart the equipment. If the light is
still red, turn off the equipment and contact an authorised service
technician.
7.1 Replacing the lamp
MagniLink Mira is equipped with one halogen lamp. If the lamp breaks
and needs to be changed, first turn the unit off and let the lamp cool
down. Then release the lamp holder and pull the lamp out.

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8. Technical specifications
MagniLink Mira with 18.5” screen
Magnification range
Focusing distance
Luminance
Contrast
Lamp type
Free space distance
Refresh rate
Mains voltage
Power consumption
Weight
Net adapter
Dimensions
Size of reading table
Dimensions in use
Packaging Dimensions
Temperature
Temperature limit
Rel. air humidity
2,8 - 59 x
0 - 55 mm
300 cd/m²
1000 : 1
Halogen 12V 20W 36°
110-220 mm
60 Hz
100-240 V, 50-60Hz
30 W
12 kg (26,5 pounds)
12V 3A AC adapter model ADPV16
390 x 330
400 x 430 x 450 mm
620 x 590 x 610 mm
Transport / storing -20°C to +60°C,
Operation +5°C to +35°C
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MagniLink Mira with 23” screen
Magnification range
Focusing distance
Luminance / Contrast
Lamp type
Free space distance
Refresh rate
Mains voltage
Power consumption
Weight
Net adapter
Dimensions
Size of reading table
Dimensions in use
Packaging Dimensions
Temperature
Temperature limit
Rel. air humidity
3,5 - 68
0 - 55 mm
300 cd/m²
Halogen 12V 20W 36°
110-220 mm
60 Hz
100-240 V, 50-60Hz
30 W
13 kg (28.66 pounds)
12V 3A AC adapter model ADPV16
390 x 330 mm
400 x 430 x 450 mm
620 x 590 x 610 mm
Transport / storing -20°C to +60°C,
Operation +5°C to +35°C
<80%
Disposal of old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(Applicable throughout the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection programs)
This symbol, found on your product or on its packaging, indicates that
this product should not be treated as household waste when you wish to
dispose of it. Instead, it should be handed over to an applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences to the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate disposal of this
product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information about the recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office, household waste disposal
service or the retail store where you purchased this product.

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9. FCC statement (USA and Canada only)
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.
(2) This device must accept interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Class B Digital Device.
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:
•Reorient or relocate 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 LVI or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution to the user: The Federal Communications Commission warns the
user that changes or modifications of the unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user´s authority to
operate the equipment. To comply with the FCC rules the system shall
only be used with the enclosed LVI power adapter.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to the
Medical Devices Directive, 93/42/EEC with amendments from directive
2007/47/EC
Type of equipment:
Reading Aid
Brand name or trade mark:
MagniLink
Type designation:
MLMIRA-AD19
MLMIRA-AD23
Product class:
Class 1.
Manufacturer:
LVI Low Vision International AB
Address:
Verkstadsgatan 5
S-352 46 Växjö
Sweden
Web:
http://www.lvi.se
Phone:
Fax:
+46 470 - 72 77 00
+46 470 - 72 77 25
As the manufacturer, we declare under our sole responsibility that:
Ø the product follows the provisions of the Council Directive 93/42/EEC with
amendments from directive 2007/47/EC.
Ø we will keep the technical documentation described in section 3 of Annex VII
available to the national authorities for a period ending at least five years after the
last product has been manufactured.
Ø the device meets the Essential Requirements of Annex 1 which applies to it, taken
into account the intended purpose of the device.
Ø to follow the requirements regarding products placed on the market as described
in section 4 of Annex VII.
Manufacturer Manufacturer´s authorized representative
Date
Signature
Position
2010-04-21
Managing Director
Clarification
Erik Bondemark