Reinecker topolino capo light User manual

Please read this user
manual carefully prior to
installation, use and
maintenance for
your own safety and in
order to avoid damages
on your video magnifier.
topolino capo light
EN
User manual
4A
Gewa art.nr.: 1169140

topolino capo light
01.05.2016

Content
I. General information..................................................................................................6
Notes on the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) .....................................................6
Storage of the user manual.........................................................................................6
Product description .....................................................................................................6
Medical device.............................................................................................................7
Purpose .......................................................................................................................7
Life span of product.....................................................................................................7
Safety advice...............................................................................................................7
Combination with other products.................................................................................7
Precautions by alteration of the performance of the
system .........................................................................................................................7
Reinstatement and installation ....................................................................................7
Cleaning of the system................................................................................................8
Special advice for transport and storage ....................................................................8
Disposal of the unit according to EU directive 2002/96/EEC......................................8
Power supply...............................................................................................................8
Safety instructions ......................................................................................................9
II. Instructions for the camera reading system topolino capo light............................10
Included in the delivery .............................................................................................10
Mobility Pack (optional) .............................................................................................10
Setting up of the system............................................................................................10
Connection of unit .....................................................................................................11
VGA-connection..................................................................................................11
USB-connection..................................................................................................11
Description of the operating-elements ......................................................................12
Control panel - top side of the device
Power plug ON/OFF...........................................................................................12
Saving of the adjustments last used ..................................................................12
Illumination..........................................................................................................12
The reset function...............................................................................................12
Control element remote control.................................................................................13
Preset function keys / menu navigation keys............................................................14
Menu button........................................................................................................14
Shift button .........................................................................................................14
Colour mode .......................................................................................................14
Artificial colours ..................................................................................................14
Brightness...........................................................................................................14
Saturation and contrast ......................................................................................14
Control elements on the top of the camera block .....................................................15
Autofocus (AF)....................................................................................................15
Overview mode...................................................................................................15
Zoom + / -...........................................................................................................15
Mirror image .......................................................................................................15
Start-up the camera reading system.........................................................................16
Mains operation ..................................................................................................16

Power on ............................................................................................................16
Power off ............................................................................................................16
Automatic save regulation for the device set-up ................................................16
Replacement of lighting......................................................................................16
Automatic switching from mains operation to
rechargeable battery operation...........................................................................16
Important note ....................................................................................................16
Handling the rechargeable battery ............................................................................17
Replace the rechargeable battery ......................................................................17
Battery operation ...............................................................................................18
Charging the rechargeable battery.....................................................................18
Operating and charging times ............................................................................18
Liability for battery defects..................................................................................18
Menu settings ............................................................................................................19
Device settings ...................................................................................................20
Main menu: Picture settings ...............................................................................21
Main menu: Resolution.......................................................................................21
Main menu: Colour settings................................................................................22
Main menu: Illumination settings ........................................................................22
Main menu: Preset functions..............................................................................23
Main menu: Languages.............................................................................................25
Note: Connect remote control to several devices .....................................................25
Using the camera reading system with a CRT or TFT screen..................................26
Using the camera reading system on a computer
or notebook ...............................................................................................................26
Connecting topolino capo light to a computer...........................................................26
Installation of the software on a PC or notebook......................................................27
Operation of the system through the topolino-software ............................................31
Description of the software menu bar ................................................................31
Description of the toolbar ..........................................................................................33
Technical data ...........................................................................................................34
Warranty Information.................................................................................................35
Notes .........................................................................................................................36

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I. General information
Important notes on the operation of the camera reading system topolino capo
light!
Please read them carefully prior to the operation of the camera reading system!
Notes on the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
This camera reading system is suited for use in all set-ups including the domicile
that are connected directly to a public power supply for buildings with residential
purposes.
This camera reading system is designed for the use in the indicated electromagnetic
environment. The user should ensure the use in the indicated environment.
This camera reading system operates on HF-Energy exclusively for its own function.
Therefore the emitted interference of high frequency disturbances is very low and
the interference with other appliances operated close-by is improbable. When oper-
ating the camera reading system simultaneously with other systems, however, the
possibility of disturbances of the system or other systems should not be neglected.
For this reason it should be ensured that the system is not placed directly beside
or on top of another system. If the set-up of this system in the proximity of medi-
cal, measuring devices cannot be avoided, the operator of these devices has to be
informed that it is necessary to observe the performance of the system to control the
conventional use of the system in the chosen set-up.
Electronic devices are sensitive towards electric discharge and towards high fre-
quency electromagnetic fields.
Attention: In order to avoid high frequency disturbances the operator should respect
a minimum distance of one meter to portable and mobile HF-telecommunication
devices.
The device may not be used in the patients environment.
Storage of the user manual
The user manual is an essential part of your camera reading system. Please keep
the manual in a safe place for future reference.
Product description
topolino capo light is an opto-electronic camera reading system, which magnifies
text and pictures. It may be used permanently for private and professional appliance.
The text or pictures are being captured by the integrated camera and then displayed
on a directly connected VGA, desktop, or notebook monitor.
●FullHD near view camera with resolution up to 1920 x 1080 pixels
●Magnification approximately 1.2 - 85 times, depending on monitor size
●sharp images up to size DIN A3
●overview mode via crosshairs view
●incl. user-friendly remote control

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Medical device
This camera reading system is classified as a Medical Device, class I according to
93/42/EEC, annexe IX, standard 12. For the distribution to countries outside the
EU the respective country-specific guidelines have to be regarded.
Purpose
This opto-electronic camera reading system is a medical device to assist with the
reading and magnifying of printed text and images. Visually impaired people can
compensate for their loss of visual acuity by using this device.
Life span of product
Seven years from the date of invoice (ex Reinecker). According to EEC the supplier
of medical devices is obliged to define the life span of a product.
Note: The mentioned life span does not reflect the complete life span of the topolino
smart. It is rather an indication on when the product might be obsolete and substitu-
tion might be recommended due to new product developments.
Safety advice
topolino capo light has to be installed in closed and dry rooms only. Do not plug
topolino capo light into an electrical circuit that is also being used for any life sustain-
ing or support systems. The device may not be used in the patients environment.
This device should not be operated in explosion-endangered environments. This
opto-electronic device should only be installed in conjunction with modern electrical
circuitry. It is a device of protection class II. The openings in the casing ensure opti-
mum cooling and must not be covered.
Combination with other products
Warning: This camera reading system must not be located directly beside, next
or on top of another medical device. If the device is used near another electrical
device, monitor the other device to ensure that it is working properly.
In case of doubt please contact Reinecker Vision GmbH or any licensed distribution
partner.
Precautions by alteration of the performance of the
system
Stop using the reading device if technical features or performances should change.
Switch the device off and disconnect the power supply from the mains wall socket.
Refer directly to your dealer or to Reinecker Vision GmbH Service Center.
Reinstatement and installation
This device may be technically maintained and reconditioned by Reinecker Vision
GmbH only or by an authorized technician. Reinstatement may only take place after
the system has been cleaned and safety checked.

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Cleaning of the system
●topolino capo light has to be disconnected from the power supply before clean-
ing.
●Clean the system with a slightly damp cloth and a mild household detergent.
●Interior of device must NOT come in contact with liquids.
Special advice for transport and storage
For reasons of safety, the unit must only be transported and stored in the original
packing. The unit must be stored in dry and closed rooms in the original packing.
The following conditions for transport and storage have to be respected:
●Air pressure 700 - 1000 hPa
●Temperature range +5° to + 50°
●Relative air humidity 30% to 80%
Disposal of the unit according to EU directive 2002/96/EEC
topolino capo light contains of electronic components. In order to avoid damage to
the environment, the country-specific rules have to be respected.
Power supply
Only use the original power supply which is included in the delivery by Reinecker
Vision GmbH.
Caution: The use of any other equipment might lead to an increased electro-
magnetic emission and to a product damage.

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Safety instructions
Please follow the following safety instructions:
1. Do not plug the AC adapter into a faulty electrical outlet. Doing so may cause
electrical shock or fire.
2. Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands.
3. Only use the original power supply which is included in the delivery by Reinecker
Vision GmbH. The use of any other equipment might lead to a product damage.
4. Only use the original battery which is included in the delivery by Reinecker
Vision GmbH. The use of any other equipment might lead to a product damage
5. Do not expose the system direct sunlight or to very hot or cold environment, as
this would harm the picture quality.
6. Do not use this device below +5°C or above +40°C.
7. No liquids must reach the interior of the system. Only use the device in a dry
environment.
8. The device may not be used next to medical devices (patients environment).
9. Do not lean on the system and do not put heavy objects on it as the system could
be damaged.
10. Do not try to repair or to dismantle the system by your own. This would automati-
cally void the warranty. If you need any technical assistance please get in contact
with the local distributor or with Reinecker Vision GmbH.
11. Always switch OFF the system and disconnect it from the power supply before
cleaning it. Only use a soft and slightly damped cloth. Only use a mild household
detergent. Do not use alcohol containing or strong detergents.

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II. Instructions for the camera reading system topolino capo
light
Included in the delivery
●Basic system topolino capo light
●Remote control
●Power supply unit 12V DC 5,0A
●Adapter cable (country-specific)
●USB-cable
●Software
●User manual
●Information sheet for repair cases
Optional
●carrying case
●optional xy-table for higher comfort while reading
●topolino VOX-Software (text-to-speech)
Setting up of the system
Your system will normally be unpacked and set up by the supplier’s representative.
If you have not purchased a Videomatic stand that fits to the product you must pro-
vide a solid surface for the system with sufficient surface area.
Set up device according to pictures below:
Camera
Interlock release
Control panel
D-SUB / USB

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Connection of unit
Connect the power supply to a mains wall socket and plug the adapter end of the
cord into the DC12V power supply socket located on the base of the topolino capo
light.
Note: The delivered power cable is to be used exclusively in connection with the
topolino capo light.
Once the device is plugged in, it is ready to use.
D-SUB-connection
If you wish to connect your topolino to a monitor, use your own connecting cable
and plug it into the back of the base of the topolino capo light, in the socket labelled
D-SUB. Then plug the other end into your own monitor (optional use D-SUB to DVI /
HDMI adapter in order to use a digital monitor).
USB-connection
To connect to a PC or laptop (non-Macintosh), use the included USB/mini-USB plug
and plug the mini-USB end into the back of the base of the topolino capo light, in the
socket labelled USB. Then plug the other end into your own PC or laptop.
Attention: Unplug by pulling the plug and not by pulling the cable!
VGA OUT USB
D-SUB to DVI / HDMI adapter
VGA OUT USB
Electrical outlet
Power supply
Adapter PCMonitor
Notebook
D-SUB

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Description of the operating-elements
Control panel - top side of the device
Power plug ON/OFF
Switches the system ON and OFF. When the device is switched ON the
green LED spot will be illumintated.
Saving of the adjustments last used
When turning ON topolino capo light, you will automatically revert to the last
used colour and magnification settings. Topolino capo saves two different
settings for the reading and distance viewing modes.
Illumination
By pressing the illumination button, the illumination will either switch ON,
OFF, or be dimmed. The light will turn OFF automatically when the camera
position changes from reading to distance viewing mode.
When switching back to the reading mode the illumination will automatically
be set back to the last selected illumination level.
The reset function
Keep the illumination button pressed for approx. 4 sec and the factory set-
tings will be recalled.

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Control element remote control
Note: All functions are controlled by the remote control.
Note: The remote control is working based on infrared. When using the remote
control always point it towards the reading device.
Switching
full colours, artificial
colours and reset
Switching
artificial colours
Brightness plus
Contrast plus in
artificial colours mode
Colour saturation plus
in real colour mode
Image limitation plus
in mask function
Linemarker down
Keys , ,
and : Control keys
(pre-settings)
Navigation menu
Menu key ON/OFF
Switching
positive/negative
artificial colours
Brightness minus
Contrast minus in
artificial colours mode
Colour saturation
minus in real colour
Image limitation
minus in mask function
Linemarker up

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Preset function keys / menu navigation keys
Preset function
In the menu: turn to the left
Preset function
In the menu: turn upwards
Preset function
In the menu: turn to the right or save settings
Preset function
In the menu: turn downwards
Menu button
The menu is switched ON/OFF
Shift button
Negative / positive switch in artificial colour mode
Colour mode
Switch from full colour mode to artificial colour mode and reverse;
Reset function, see description on page 11.
Artificial colours
Artificial colour selection. Available colour combinations: black/white, green/
black, yellow/black, user-defined colour
Brightness
By pressing the Brightness keys, you control the brightness of the
image (intensity of the illumination).
Saturation and contrast
By pressing the Saturation keys, the contrast of the image changes.
In Full Colour mode, the Saturation buttons will control the intensity
of the colours.
In Artificial Colour mode, the Saturation buttons will control the
degree of contrast.

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Control elements on the top of the camera block
Autofocus (AF)
By using the Autofocus key, autofocus can be turned ON or OFF. The status of the
autofocus function is displayed for approximately 4 seconds at the bottom of the
screen. When autofocus is switched ON, the camera will automatically adjust the
focus setting.
Overview mode
If you are working with a higher magnification and you do not know which area of
the reading material or which part of the room you want to locate, this function will
give you an overview of the magnified area.
To activate the overview mode and temporarily zoom out for scanning (either in
reading or distance mode), hold down the AF key until „overview mode“ is displayed
at the bottom left of the screen and the camera zooms out.
The cross-hair in the middle of the picture serves as a locator for the material you
want to magnify. Center the cross hair on the desired viewing object and then
release the AF key. The camera will then automatically zoom back in and return to
your original magnification setting.
Zoom + / -
The magnification can be increased or decreased by using the keys +/-.
-ZOOM +
AUTOFOCUS
-ZOOM +
AUTOFOCUS

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Start-up the camera reading system
Mains operation
Check if the power adapter is connected to the mains and the power supply socket
(12 VDC) of the topolino capo light.
Power on
Press the on/off button to switch on the device. When the topolino capo light and the
baseplate is illuminated, you can put a page or an object onto the table.
All the optional settings – for example zoom, colour or brightness- can be adjusted
individually.
Power off
Switch off the device with the on/ off button.
Automatic save regulation for the device set-up
When you reset the device all settings used before will be activated again.
Replacement of lighting
The electronic magnifier is equipped with a high power LED Illumination.
If replacement of the lamp is required it should only be done by a specialist or by
Reinecker Vision GmbH.
Automatic switching from mains operation to
rechargeable battery operation
As soon as topolino capo light is plugged into the electrical outlet, the system switch-
es
automatically to electrical power operation even if it had been operating on the battery.
Important note
Please only use the power supply included in the delivery. Use of any other
power supply will void the warranty!

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Handling the rechargeable battery (optional)
Attention: In order to assure a long life span of the rechargeable battery you must
follow the instructions for charging and operating the battey:
●The battery is only fully charged once the yellow charging light turns OFF.
●If topolino capo light will not be used for a long time, please charge the battery
completely. Even if switched OFF, topolino capo light may discharge. Total dis-
charge might damage the battery.
Replace the rechargeable battery
●You must only use the original rechargeable battery.
●Replacement batteries can be ordered through Reinecker Vision GmbH.
Article number: 00354004.
●The usage of other rechargeable batteries will damage the system. All warranties
of defects for topolino capo light will then be voided.
●How to exchange the battery-pack:
Pull the battery pack out of the device and put instead in the new battery pack
until it flips into place.
●The battery compartment can be optionally equipped with a visor.
Battery operation
●AC adapter is not connected.
●Press the On/Off button for about 1 second, system is turned on and operational.
●After switching on the battery capacity for about 6 seconds is shown on the dis-
play.
●If battery icon is flashing: Battery is empty and must be charged. Only a few min-
utes remain before the unit turns off automatically.
●The batteries must be charged before the next operation.

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Battery operation
Make sure that the power supply is disconnected once the battery has been
charged completely.
●press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit ON
●permanent red LED: this indicates that the rechargeable batteries will only work
for 10 minutes
●flashing red LED: this indicates that the rechargeable batteries will be switche
OFF; you may no longer use the rechargeable battery. They have to be charged
again
Charging the rechargeable battery
●flushing red LED: the battery is empty
●connect the power supply unit
●when charging switch OFF the device or use it without illumination
●flushing yellow LED: The battery is charging
●when the yellow LED is switched OFF the battery is fully charged
●when operating in the battery mode the device can be used as normal
Operating and charging times
●Operating time with illumination, when the battery is fully charged: approx. 2 hours.
●Without using the light, the operating time is about 3 hours.
●Battery charging time is approximately 4 hours with topolino capo light switched
off.
Liability for battery defects
Batteries are subject to natural wear and tear and are therefore not covered by the
warranty.

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Menu settings
By pushing the menu button the menu is switched ON and OFF.
The buttons , , and are used for the navigation through the menu.
The menu is switched ON:
The following options appear on the screen:
●Device settings
●Picture settings
●Resolution e.g. XGA, 75Hz
●Colour settings
●Illumination settings
●Preset settings
●Language
●Exit
Note: In case the screen does not show any picture the reason might be an
incorrect resolution setting (TFT-monitors shall not be operated in a higher
resolution than designated). Please push the illumination button until the
reset function is activated (see page 11).
How to navigate through the menu:
●switch ON/OFF the menu using the button
●turn downwards using the button
●turn upwards using the button
●turn to the right with button
●turn to the left with button
How to leave the menu:
●mark “exit menu” and press
●or press the menu button
How to navigate back to main menu level:
●mark “back” and press

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Device settings
Line marker ON/OFF
move the line marker downwards
move the line marker upwards
Shadowing ON/OFF
Is the shadowing function selected, the transparency can be adjusted in three steps
from 50% to 100% by using the following buttons.
decrease shadowing sector
increase shadowing sector
increase transparency
decrease transparency
Note: The shadowing is ment to limit the field of vision in order to avoid any irrita-
tions in case the user suffers from a certain visual impairment. The shadowing area
can be adjusted by using the contrast buttons on the remote control.
Type of mask:
left/right, top/button, left/right FS (full screen), top/button FS (full screen), full screen
Mode
Switch from distance to reading mode and reverse.
When switching to the distance viewing mode:
●the stand illumination is switched OFF
●the picture is rotated by 180°
●several picture parameters in the camera are adapted automatically
Autofocus (AF) modes
The AF-modes for the reading and the distance viewing mode are the following:
Semi-automatic + zoom
After focussing once, the picture will not be re-adjusted.
Permanent / zoom
The shift between permanent and semi-automatic mode can be effected by pressing
the AF-button.
Permanent
The focus is permanent active and automatically re-adjusting when the magnification
is changed.
Semi-automatic
After every change of the camera-zoom the AF has to be activated once before the
picture is displayed in focus again.