Optelec compact mini User manual

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mini
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WEEE Notice
The directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), which entered into force as
European law on 13
th
February 2003, resulted in a major change in the treatment of electrical
equipment at end-of-life.
The purpose of this Directive is, as a first priority, the prevention of WEEE, and in addition, to promote
the reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of such wastes so as to reduce disposal.
The WEEE logo (shown at the left) on the product or its box indicates that this product
must not be disposed of or dumped with your other household waste. You are liable to
dispose of all your electronic or electrical waste equipment by relocating over to the
specified collection point for recycling of such hazardous waste. Isolated collection and
proper recovery of your electronic and electrical waste equipment at the time of disposal
will allow us to help conserving natural resources. Moreover, proper recycling of the electronic and
electrical waste equipment will ensure safety of human health and environment. For more information
about electronic and electrical waste equipment disposal, recovery, and collection points, please
contact your local city centre, household waste disposal service, shop from where you purchased the
equipment, or manufacturer of the equipment.

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RoHS Compliance
This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 27 January 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.
European Union Notice
Products with CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC), and the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following international standards:
IEC 60950-1 2004;
IEC 55022
IEC 55024 (IEC61000-4-2 excluded)
FCC
FCC part 15 Class B

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Compact
mini
User Manual
OPN: UDC-02032 Version 1.3
© 2009 Optelec, the Netherlands
All rights reserved
Optelec
P.O. Box 399
2990 AJ Barendrecht
The Netherlands
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.optelec.com

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Contents
1. Introduction.............................................................................................................. 5
About this manual................................................................................................. 5
What’s in the box?................................................................................................ 6
2. Getting to know your Compact
mini
........................................................................... 7
Top side................................................................................................................ 7
Front side ............................................................................................................. 8
Back side.............................................................................................................. 9
Right side ........................................................................................................... 10
Underside ........................................................................................................... 11
3. Getting started....................................................................................................... 13
Turning the power on / off................................................................................... 13
Using the magnification wheel............................................................................ 13
Selecting a viewing mode................................................................................... 13
Using the snapshot button.................................................................................. 14
Writing with the Compact
mini
.............................................................................. 15
Using the Compact
mini
reading stand................................................................. 15
4. Power and battery use........................................................................................... 16
Charging the Compact
mini
.................................................................................. 16
System Auto Off ................................................................................................. 16
Appendix A: Safety..................................................................................................... 17
Appendix B: Technical information ............................................................................. 18

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1. Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the Compact
mini
, a pocketsize electronic video magnifier
designed by Optelec.
Optelec’s smallest video magnifier enables you to view printed text and images in up to 11
times magnification on a 3.5” display.
With its simplicity the Compact
mini
offers an enhanced design that extends in operating
comfort. It is designed for instant use at any location.
If you have any questions or suggestions concerning the use of this product, please contact
your distributor or the Optelec headquarters using the contact information at the last page of
this manual. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We hope you enjoy working with your
Compact
mini
.
About this manual
This manual will familiarize you with the features and basic operation of the Compact
mini
.
Please read this manual carefully before using your device.

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What’s in the box?
The Compact
mini
packaging contains the following:
The Compact
mini
pocketsize video magnifier with integrated rechargeable battery
A detachable wrist cord
A protection pouch
A power cable with power adapter and 4 plugs (EU, UK, US and AUS)
The user manual
If any items are missing from your package, please contact your distributor.

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2. Getting to know your Compact
mini
The unit is placed correctly in front of you when the display is facing up and the Optelec logo
is on the top of the display.
Top side
The following figure shows the top side of the Compact
mini
.
3.5” display

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Front side
The following figure shows the front side of the Compact
mini
.
Mode / Magnification wheel
Mode Pressing the wheel allows you to select one of the five viewing modes.
Magnification Turning the wheel clockwise or counter clockwise allows you to change
the magnification.
Cord fixture

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Back side
The following figure shows the back side of the Compact
mini
.
Snapshot button
Snapshot button The snapshot button allows you to take a temporary picture of a
distant text or image, enabling you to bring the image closer to your
eyes.

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Right side
The following figure shows the right side of the Compact
mini
.
On / Off switch DC IN 5V jack with charging indicator
On / Off switch Pressing the small round orange button for one second will switch
the unit on / off.
DC IN 5V jack The AC adapter cable connects to this jack. Use only the model of
AC adapter that comes with the Compact
mini
.

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Underside
The following figure shows the underside of the Compact
mini
.
Centralized camera
Collapsible reading stand

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Camera The Compact
mini
features an auto-focus camera that is centralized
to the screen for an optimal ease of use while reading or writing.
Reading stand For an optimal image quality extend the reading stand before
placing the unit on a flat surface.

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3. Getting started
Turning the power on / off
Switch the unit on and off by pressing the orange button, located at the right side of the unit,
for one second. For the first time the Compact
mini
will start up in Photo mode. Afterward the
unit will start up in the mode in which it was switched off.
Using the magnification wheel
To set the magnification, simply operate the magnification wheel located on the front side
under the display. Turn the wheel clockwise to decrease or counter clockwise to increase the
magnification. Once the wheel is released, it springs back to the middle position. Opening the
reading stand and placing the unit on a flat surface, allows you to select one of the three
magnification levels; 5 X, 8 X or 11 X. Lifting the unit, allows you to lower the magnification
down to 2 X.
Selecting a viewing mode
Pressing the mode wheel on the front side of the unit allows you to select one of the five
viewing modes:
- Negative mode: reading in high contrast white on black
- Positive mode: reading in high contrast black on white
- Photo mode: view full color text and photos

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- High contrast yellow text on a black background: reading in high contrast yellow on
black
- High contrast yellow text on a blue background: reading in high contrast yellow on
blue
Pressing the mode wheel for approximately one second, allows you to switch object lighting
off. Object lighting can be turned on and off in each of the above mentioned viewing modes,
facilitating reading of glossy magazines, displays and screens. Pressing the mode wheel for
one second again, will switch object lighting back on, whereas selecting the next viewing
mode by a short press of the mode wheel will turn the lighting on too.
Using the snapshot button
The snapshot button allows you to take a temporary picture of a text or an
image.
- Hold or place the Compact
mini
over the text or image.
- Press the oval shaped snapshot button located at the back side above the display.
- Bring the image closer to your eyes to view the object or text.
- Operate the magnification wheel located on the front side of the unit to change the
magnification.
- Press the wheel on the front of the unit to change the viewing mode.
- Press the snapshot button again to unfreeze the image.

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Writing with the Compact
mini
The Compact
mini
has a super-light design enabling you to hold the unit easily while writing.
Take a pen in one hand while holding the unit in your other hand above the paper and start
writing. Follow your hand movement with the Compact
mini
and magnify your handwriting
instantly.
Using the Compact
mini
reading stand
The Compact
mini
is designed to read documents comfortably on a flat surface with the use of
the integrated reading stand. Pull the stand at the arrow sign to extend it. The collapsible
reading stand gives you control for optimal reading comfort.
Pull here to extend
the reading stand

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4. Power and battery use
Charging the Compact
mini
To charge the Compact
mini
, connect the adapter supplied in the box to the DC IN 5V jack,
located at the right side of the unit. Plug the other side of the adapter into a power outlet. The
orange LED indicator next to the adapter socket will glow continuously while the Compact
mini
is charging. When the unit is fully charged the LED light will switch off. If the LED indicator
starts to flash, it means there is a charge problem. Disconnect the adapter and try it again.
Charging the Compact
mini
takes approximately three and a half hours. A fully charged
Compact
mini
can operate for approximately three and a half hours continuously. Please note
that, for safety reasons, only the adapter that came with the Compact
mini
can be used to
charge the unit’s battery compartment.
System Auto Off
This feature will turn the Compact
mini
off automatically if it is not used for a period of 4
minutes. Pressing the orange button at the right side will switch the unit on again.

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Appendix A: Safety
Do not expose the Compact
mini
to excessive heat or direct sunlight to avoid the risk of
fire.
Do not remove any parts of the Compact
mini
. Contact an Optelec authorized service
organisation in your area.
To avoid risk of electrical damage, keep your Compact
mini
away from fluids and
chemicals.
Handle the Compact
mini
with care. Rough handling will damage the internal
components.
Do not use the Compact
mini
near inadequately shielded medical devices.
Do not try to open the battery compartment or try to remove the battery.
Contact your dealer to service this equipment if necessary. Do not open your unit as
it will void the warranty.
Always unplug the system before cleaning. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the exterior.
Do not use cleaning agents or abrasive materials as they will damage your unit.
Use of the Compact
mini
other than described in this manual will exclude it from warranty
conditions.

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Appendix B: Technical information
Magnification 2x - 11x
Viewing modes High contrast white on black
High contrast black on white
Full color photo mode
High contrast yellow on blue
High contrast yellow on black
Focus Auto-focus
Screen 3.5” TFT
Screen resolution 320 x 240
Battery 3.5 hours continuous use
3.5 hours charging time
Li-ion battery rechargeable, 3.7V 1200mAh
Weight 134 grams / 4.7 ounces (excl. adapter)
Power supply type SMPS 110 – 230V, 50 – 60Hz / DC 5V, 2A