mind alive David Delight User manual

[OPERATOR’S MANUAL]
Usage and care of your AVE device

Version 2, Revision 10
February 2023
WARNING
All persons who:
•have a history of epilepsy, photic epilepsy, or any seizure disorder,
•suffer from any mental disorder or psychiatric illness,
•are currently using any drugs (prescription or recreational),
•are under the influence of alcohol,
•have had any head injuries,
•have ever had a seizure of any kind,
should not use the DAVID Delight unless under the supervision of a qualified
health care provider.
NOTICE TO HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS
It is the responsibility of the health care provider to complete a proper intake
addressing these concerns mentioned above. Mind Alive Inc., its employees,
suppliers, and distributors are exempt from any liability in damages resulting
from a seizure or psychiatric condition that may occur from prescribing this
device.
THE AVE STIMULATION OF THE DELIGHT IS NON-INVASIVE.ALL
RESULTING EFFECTS ARE PRODUCED IN THE BRAIN SOLELY BY
AUDIO-VISUAL STIMULATION.
All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part is forbidden without
the express written consent of Mind Alive Inc.
The Delight is protected under U.S. Patents:
5,709,645
11,322,042
11,536,965 B2
© 2011-2023
Mind Alive Inc.
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTICE TO HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS .........................................................INSIDE FRONT COVER
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................1
COMPONENT LIST............................................................................................................................... 1
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................... 1
SESSION CONTROLS...........................................................................................................2
VOLUME................................................................................................................................................ 2
INTENSITY............................................................................................................................................ 2
TONE SELECTION................................................................................................................................ 2
HEARTBEAT SELECTION.................................................................................................................... 2
SAVING PREFERENCES ....................................................................................................................... 2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................3
SETUP ................................................................................................................................................... 3
POWER.................................................................................................................................................. 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................4
TURN ON/TURN OFF......................................................................................................................... 4
BATTERY LEVEL.................................................................................................................................. 4
SELECTING A SESSION........................................................................................................................ 4
QUICK START .......................................................................................................................5
ICON DESCRIPTIONS..........................................................................................................6
DELIGHT SESSIONS ............................................................................................................7
SOUND SYNC SESSIONS.....................................................................................................8
TONES AND HEARTBEAT ................................................................................................................... 8
WARNINGS ............................................................................................................................9
PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................................................................... 9
WARRANTY AND CARE..................................................................................................10
RETURNING FOR REPAIRS ...............................................................................................................10
WARRANTY AND CARE..................................................................................................11
FOR UNITED STATES AND INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS..........................................................11
CARE AND MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................................11
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY...............................................................................................................11
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................................12

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INTRODUCTION
The DAVID Delight uses the most innovative technology to ensure a safe and
effective Audio-Visual Entrainment (AVE) experience. We are confident you will
find using the DAVID Delight not only an enjoyable, relaxing experience, but
also beneficial.
The portability of the DAVID Delight lends itself to easy travel (airport X-ray
machines will not harm the DAVID Delight).
To obtain the maximum enjoyment and benefits from your DAVID Delight, please
read this operator's manual and the companion DAVID AVE User Guide thoroughly.
Go online to view user guide:
COMPONENT LIST
✓DAVID Delight Unit
✓Tru-Vu Omniscreen Eyeset, Eyeset Cord, and Carry Case
✓Headphones
✓Carry Bag
✓9-Volt Alkaline Battery
✓9-Volt Power Adapter
✓Operator’s Manual
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
•Tru-Vu Omniscreen Multi-Color Eyeset
•Tru-Vu Omniscreen White Viewhole Eyeset - For eyes open use
•Stereo Patch Cord
•Extra User Package
•DAVID Session Editor
If you would like more information about our products and research on
AVE, visit our website at www.mindalive.com.If you require additional
assistance, please call us toll free at 1-800-661-MIND (6463). Outside
Canada and the U.S., please call 001-780-465-6463.

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All of the Delight
buttons are raised to
help you find them
easily with eyes
closed.
SESSION CONTROLS
VOLUME
The volume level affects both tones and the heartbeat together. There are 30
volume levels. To adjust the volume, press and release, or press and hold the
VOL or buttons. The graph will display the volume level. The volume
cannot be adjusted during Soft Off™.
INTENSITY
The intensity level affects the brightness of
the lights in the eyeset. There are 15 eyeset
intensity levels. To adjust the intensity,
press and release, or press and hold the INT
or buttons. The graph will display the
intensity level. The intensity cannot be adjusted during Soft Off™.
TONE SELECTION
There are three (3) different tone
options available in the Delight: Pulse
Tones, Binaural Beats, and Stereo
Monaural Beats. Tones may also be
turned off. All sessions start with
Pulse Tones. Press and release the
tone button ( ) to cycle through the
tone options.
HEARTBEAT SELECTION
All sessions start with the heartbeat on. The heartbeat can be used to help
modulate breathing for improved HRV (for more information on HRV go to:
https://mindalive.com/hrv/). To turn the heartbeat on/off, press and hold the
tone button ( ) .
SAVING PREFERENCES
You can save your preferred volume, intensity, tone, and heartbeat settings for
each session. First adjust the volume, intensity, and tone settings. Press and
hold the session group button. The session group icons will blink. You may
continue the session or end it immediately and the Delight will save your
preferred settings and use them the next time you run that session.
PULSE
BINAURAL
MONAURAL
OFF

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SETUP
The headphones connect to the headphone output jack ( ). When using an
Extra User Package (sold separately), connect the 3.5 mm splitter cord to the
Delight and connect each set of headphones to the splitter cord. Please ensure
that you have the side marked “L” on your left ear and the side marked “R” on
your right ear. It is recommended that you disconnect the headphones from the
unit before storing or travelling to prevent accidental damage to the jack.
The Tru-Vu Omniscreen, Tru-Vu Omniscreen Viewhole, or Tru-Vu Omniscreen
Multi-Color Eyeset connect to the eyeset output jack ( ) with the included
2.5 mm eyeset cord. Connect one end to the Delight and the other to the jack
located on the lower left of the glasses. When using an Extra User Package (sold
separately), connect the 2.5 mm splitter cord to the Delight and connect each
eyeset to the splitter cord. It is recommended that you disconnect the eyeset
cord from the unit and from the eyeset before storing or travelling to prevent
accidental damage to the jacks.
An external audio source can be connected to the Delight so that music or other
audio can be listened to while running a session. Plug a 3.5 mm stereo patch
cord (sold separately), into the headphone output of the audio device and the
audio input jack ( ) of the Delight.
Note: start the Delight and select a session before playing audio unless you
would like to run a Sound Sync Session (see page 8).
POWER
The Delight can be powered with a 9-Volt alkaline or rechargeable battery, or
with the 9-Volt power adapter provided. To install the battery, slide the cover
off the battery compartment on the back of the unit. Insert a 9-Volt battery as
indicated on the diagram in the battery compartment. Slide the cover back into
place. An alkaline 9-Volt battery will provide approximately seven (7) hours of
operation.
To use the 9-Volt power adapter, connect the adapter to the 9-Volt jack ( )
on the side of the unit. The 9-Volt power adapter uses a 1.3 mm center-positive
plug. No battery power is used when plugged into an adapter.

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Each session button
remembers which option
was played last. If you ran
Energize 2, the next time
you select Energize, the LED
will blink for Energize 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TURN ON/TURN OFF
Press and hold the power button ( ) until the power LED turns on. The graph
(between the VOL and INT controls) will display the battery level when you
first turn on the unit (see Battery Level). If no session is selected within two (2)
minutes, the Delight will turn off.
At the end of a session, the lights and sound will fade out (Soft Off™) and the
Delight will automatically turn off. To end a session early, press and release the
power button ( ) to initiate a short Soft Off™(30 seconds).
To turn off the Delight at any time, press and hold the power button ( ) until
the unit turns off. This may take up to three (3) seconds if a session is running.
BATTERY LEVEL
The battery level is displayed on the graph for a couple of seconds when the
Delight is first turned on. The battery level is also monitored and displayed
periodically while the session is running.
When the battery level is getting low, the graph will display two (2) blinking
bars. It is recommended that you replace the battery before running a session if
this warning is displayed.
When the battery level is critically low, the graph will display a single (1)
blinking bar. If this warning is displayed when you turn the unit on, replace the
battery. If this warning occurs during a session, the session will end early, and
the battery indicator will continue to blink for a short period of time. The
battery must be replaced before the unit can be used again.
SELECTING A SESSION
The Delight has five (5) session category buttons ( , , , , ). Each button
offers two (2) session options. Session 1 is indicated by the steady session
LED. Session 2 is indicated by the blinking session LED.
To select a session, press the session button.
The session LED will turn on. To select the
alternate session, press the session button a
second time within five (5) seconds. Press a
different Session button to change the
current selection.
The selected session will start after a five (5)
second delay.

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All the session
LEDs are dimly lit
before a session is
selected, so that
they can be easily
seen in the dark.
We recommend running
sessions with eyes closed for
best results. Viewhole eyesets
are available for an
additional cost.
QUICK START
Find a comfortable spot
Sessions are an average of 30 minutes. Find a place where you won’t be
disturbed. Dark, quiet places are better.
Stay hydrated
Drink a glass of water at least 15 minutes before your session. Staying hydrated
will help to prevent headaches or feeling groggy.
Connect power
Insert the 9-Volt battery according to the diagram inside the battery
compartment. Or connect the 9-Volt power adapter to the jack
Plug in the eyeset
One end of the eyeset cord connects to the jack on the
left side of the glasses, the other to the jack on
the unit.
Plug in the headphones
Connect the headphone plug to the jack on the
unit. Please ensure that you have the side marked “L”
on your left ear and the side marked “R” on your right
ear.
Turn on the Delight
Push and hold until the power light comes on.
Select a session
Press a session button to start that session. Press it again to select the alternate
session. See the session list for details (page 6).
Relax and enjoy
The session will begin in 5 seconds. Put on the headphones and eyeset. Close
your eyes and relax.

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ICON DESCRIPTIONS
Icon
Control
Power
Turn the Delight on/off
Initiate manual Soft Off™
Tone/Heartbeat Control
Cycle through the available tones
Turn the heartbeat on/off
VOL
Volume Control
Increase or decrease the loudness of the tones and
heartbeat
INT
Intensity Control
Increase or decrease the brightness of the eyeset lights
Icon
Connection
9-Volt Power Adapter
Audio Input (3.5 mm, stereo)
Headphones
Tru-Vu Omniscreen Eyeset
Icon
Session Group (see page 7 for descriptions)
Energize
Meditate
Brain Booster
Sleep
Feeling Better

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DELIGHT SESSIONS
Session 1 –Steady light Session 2 –Blinking light
Energize 1 –Energizer
20 min
19-21 Hz
Energize 2 –Super Energizer
18 min
20-23 Hz
The Energize sessions are a great way to get going in the morning. Use them
as a caffeine-free burst of energy.
Brain Booster 1 –SMR/Beta
24 min
L: 13.5 Hz
R: 18 Hz
Brain Booster 2 –Alpha to SMR/Beta
30 min
L: 14-10 Hz
R: 19-10 Hz
The Brain Booster sessions are used to improve concentration and memory.
SMR/Beta is great for students and seniors. Alpha to SMR/Beta is more
stimulating and particularly effective for teens and adults with ADHD.
Feeling Better 1 –Mood Booster
30 min
L: 10 Hz
R: 18 Hz
Feeling Better 2 –Mood Booster w/ Med.
42 min
L: 10 Hz
R: 18 Hz
The Feeling Better sessions settle down negative thoughts while boosting
happiness. Mood Booster is best used in the morning but may be used at any
time. Mood Booster with Meditation has a relaxing introduction to calm
generalized anxiety.
Meditate 1 –Healthy Alpha Relaxer
30 min
10 Hz
Meditate 2 –Schumann Resonance
40 min
7.8 Hz
The Meditate sessions are a great way to relax and easily reach meditative
states. Healthy Alpha Relaxer will help to produce healthy alpha waves.
Schumann Resonance can be used for deeper meditation.
Sleep 1 –Paradise
45 min
7.8-6 Hz
Sleep 2 –Serenity
40 min
14 Hz
The Sleep sessions help guide you from restless wakefulness into sleep.
Paradise is for those with busy minds and tense bodies and helps to lower
anxiety and reduce tension. Serenity is most effective for busy minds and
relaxed bodies. Start with Paradise first and move to Serenity as needed.