LVI MagniLink PRO User manual

User Manual
MagniLink PRO - PC
LVI Low Vision International
Verkstadsgatan 5 Tel: [phone] [email protected]
SE-352 46 Växjö Faks: [phone] www.lvi.se

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Table of Contents
1 About LVI......................................................................................... 5
2 Introducing MagniLink PRO........................................................... 6
3 Safety information .......................................................................... 8
4 Unpacking ....................................................................................... 9
4.1 Packaging.................................................................................... 9
5 Accessories ................................................................................... 10
6 Installation..................................................................................... 12
6.1 Unfolding................................................................................... 12
6.2 Connection................................................................................ 12
6.3 Installation of reading table..................................................... 13
7 Use ................................................................................................. 14
7.1 Control box ............................................................................... 14
7.2 Menu.......................................................................................... 15
7.3 Reading table............................................................................ 17
7.4 Camera ...................................................................................... 18
7.5 Battery ....................................................................................... 18
8 MagniLink PCViewer..................................................................... 19
8.1 Minimum system requirements ............................................... 19
8.2 Recommended system requirements ..................................... 19
8.3 Installation of software ............................................................. 19
8.4 Licensing.................................................................................... 22
8.5 Using the software .................................................................... 23
8.6 Update software ....................................................................... 37
9 Ergonomics ................................................................................... 40
10 Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 41
11 Technical information................................................................... 42
12 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................... 43

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1About LVI
LVI Low Vision International AB was founded in 1978 and is one of the
world's leading manufacturers of equipment for persons with visual
impairments. Development of new products takes place in close
cooperation with users and professional staff within the low vision
rehabilitation industry. LVI is quality-certified in accordance with ISO 9001
and environmentally-certified in accordance with ISO 14001.
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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2Introducing MagniLink PRO
Thank you for choosing this video magnifier. Our aim is for you to be
satisfied with your choice of supplier and reading aid.
MagniLink PRO is a video magnifier designed for people with visual
impairment. The video magnifier offers features including the potential to
set the magnification, autofocus, several artificial colours, the option of
switching the magnifier between reading mode, mirror mode and
distance mode and the option of adjusting the brightness. MagniLink
PRO can be connected to any monitor, a PC or a Mac. It is also possible
to collapse the system when it is not being used or for transportation.
MagniLink PRO offers genuine full-HD quality. Available accessories
comprise a dockable reading table, battery as well as software for OCR-
processing and reading text aloud.
Table of additions to the product code MLPRO-FHD- depending on
which accessories have been ordered.

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ADockable reading table with friction brake X/Y
BPre-installed battery
CText To Speech for PC
DText To Speech for Mac
MagniLink PRO meets all the requirements for CE marking of medical
devices in accordance with Directive 93/94/EEC. Our products comply
with MDD 93/94/EEC with additions from Directive 2007/47/EC.

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3Safety information
Only use the power adaptor supplied with the product. Using an
incorrect type of power adapter may cause damage to the system.
Place the power cord in such a way that you can neither trip over it
or that crush damages can occur.
If the product is moved from the cold into a warm room,
condensation (moisture) can form inside the unit or on the camera
lens. To prevent problems with condensation, the apparatus should
be installed in the room at least 30 minutes prior to usage.
Never operate the product if it has been exposed to water or other
liquids. Damaged or wet product can cause electric shocks or fire.
Only use the battery supplied with the product. If the battery needs
to be changed, please contact LVI.
Be careful not to catch your fingers when collapsing your
MagniLink PRO.
When MagniLink PRO is to be moved, collapse it and lift from
beneath. If MagniLink Pro has a dockable reading table, this must
be anchored and locked before moving the system.
If the system requires cleaning, pull out all cables and use a slightly
damp (not wet) cloth. Use only water or a cleaning agent that is
intended for monitors and computers.
Make no further adjustments, even if the product does not function
normally after following the functional descriptions. Pull out the
power cable and contact service staff or the product distributor.
Only use spare parts that are specified by LVI.
Always switch off the power when the system is not being used.
If in doubt, contact your supplier.
Warning
The product is supplied packed in a plastic bag. To avoid risk of
suffocation, keep the bag out of the reach of children and infants.

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4Unpacking
The system is supplied in a box with the following contents:
Reading camera
Power adaptor
Carrying case
User Guide
USB memory stick with software
USB cable
HDMI to DVI cable
HDMI to HDMI cable
Check first that the box has no external damage. In the event of damage,
contact the delivery company and file a notification of damage.
Open the box and take out the MagniLink PRO; remove the packaging.
For further information, please see Installation.
4.1 Packaging
The packaging consists of the following packaging material (LVI
recommends that the packaging be kept in case you have to return the
system or you need to move it):
Packing material (EPEL E)
Box (corrugated cardboard)
Polyethylene (LDPE4)
For sorting and collection of packaging material, please call the
packaging collection customer service department for information on the
rules that apply in your municipality.
Note that the product and its accessories must be recycled as electronic
waste. A worn-out battery is recycled as electronic waste.

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5Accessories
Dockable reading table with friction brake X/Y (MLRT-XY).
Battery (ML-BAT).