® Users Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of the Acrobat HD. Enhanced Vision products are designed to give you the highest quality and convenience available. The Acrobat HD product can enable people with low vision to read, write and to see objects at any distance. The unique design of this product provides the ultimate in flexibility and offers a large range of magnification with multiple viewing options that make reading easier than ever.
FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
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Important Safety Precautions For your safety and to obtain the most benefit and life from the Acrobat HD, please read these safety precautions very carefully. The Acrobat HD is designed to enlarge and enhance images in order to improve the quality of life for people who are visually impaired. The extent to which this product can improve the ability to see images depends on a person’s individual condition and level of visual impairment.
To Move the Acrobat HD to Another Location • Use caution if you are repositioning the Acrobat HD a short distance across a desk or table. Make sure you do not pull on any power cords or connector cables. Caring for the Acrobat HD • Always turn the power OFF on the Acrobat HD when the system is not in use. • Always turn the power OFF before cleaning the Acrobat HD. • Clean the Acrobat HD with a soft dry cloth or an electrostatic dusting cloth. DO NOT use liquid cleaners on its plastic surfaces.
• Follow all warnings, cautions, and instructions marked on the product. • The attached power cord is a disconnect device for electrical equipment. The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible. • This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug as a safety feature. This plug has a third (grounding) pin and can only be plugged into a grounding-type power outlet. If necessary, contact an electrician to replace your power outlet with a grounding-type power outlet.
• This product contains moving parts. Please use caution when moving the adjustable slide arm or when transporting the Acrobat HD to avoid possible injury to hands and fingers. • To avoid personal injury or damage to the Acrobat HD, do not make any other type of connections to the camera input jacks other than those indicated in the photos below.
ACROBAT HD PACKAGE CONTENTS All required accessories for operation are included in your Acrobat HD package. Acrobat HD is comprised of the following items and features: 1. 22”, 24" or 27" LCD Screen: displays high quality image 2. Camera: rotates 340 degrees to capture and enlarge the image 3. Carrying Handle: used for lifting the Acrobat HD 4. Zoom Lens: used up close high magnification 5. Arm: rotating arm that holds the camera 6.
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ACROBAT HD SETUP 1. Unpacking and transporting the Acrobat HD During unpacking and transporting, be sure to lift the Acrobat HD by the built-in carrying handle. Do not attempt to lift or carry the LCD by the base. (See Figure 1) 2. Setup the Acrobat HD Place the Acrobat HD on a flat, level surface such as a table or desk. 3. Connect the AC power Connect the attached power cord to an available wall outlet.
USING ACROBAT HD Adjust the camera position The Acrobat HD camera is attached to a specially designed arm that allows the camera to slide left or right, or to pivot in multiple directions.
Adjusting the Viewing Angle The Acrobat HD Camera rotates 340 degrees, providing unsurpassed flexibility for the visually impaired. Do NOT force the camera beyond its 340-degree angular range as this may damage the unit. The Acrobat HD may be used to see objects in the distance, viewing oneself and reading or writing. To change the viewing mode, simply turn the position of the Camera by rotating it on the arm. Distance Viewing Mode The camera can rotate forward to capture people, objects and scenery.
Self Viewing Mode The Camera can be rotated backwards to provide you with the equivalent of a full-length mirror. “Self Viewing” is displayed in the upper-left corner of the screen when changing to this viewing angle. In this position, you can use the Acrobat HD to help you put on makeup, shave or perform other personal hygiene (See Figure 1). For optimum clarity, use the Zoom Lens and position yourself between 7.5”-22” away from the Camera. 7.
Reading and Writing Mode The Camera can be adjusted downward for reading, writing and enjoying crafts or other hobbies (See Figure 1). This makes it ideal for classroom use. When the camera is rotated downward, “Reading-Mode” is displayed in the upper-left corner of the screen. The Acrobat HD can slide freely, left or right, along the specially designed bracket mechanism. It is best to close the Zoom Lens when objects are placed 12”-19” away from the Camera for optimal viewing clarity.
Adjusting Magnification The Acrobat HD offers a large range of magnification capabilities. The following directions can be used with the Remote or Camera (See Figure 1 & 2). 1. To adjust the magnification press and hold the + or - buttons located on the Remote or Camera until you reach your desired magnification. 2. “Zoom In” will appear in the upper left corner of your monitor when you are increasing magnification. ”Max Zoom,” will appear at the maximum magnification. 3.
Changing the Viewing Mode The Acrobat HD was designed to provide optimum viewing for people with certain visual conditions by offering a range of choices in both text and background colors. Use the Mode key (See Figure 1 & 2) to toggle between full color viewing, Black and White, enhanced positive, enhanced negative, and your 5 favorite color select modes. The 5 favorite color select modes can be modified to any of the 28 color select options by following the instructions provided on page 24.
Viewing Modes Full Color Image This mode gives a true color representation of the image being magnified. Black-and-White Image This mode gives a black and white representation of the image being magnified. Enhanced-Positive Image Crisp, Clear Text This mode provides a white background with black text. It increases the contrast to offer crisp Images! text images for reading. Enhanced Positive Enhanced-Negative Image This mode provides a black background with white text.
Changing Favorite Color Modes The Acrobat provides 28 selectable color modes, and allows selecting up to 5 favorites for use, as described on page 17. The following directions can be used to change the favorite color modes on your Acrobat: 1. Press and hold the "Mode" button for at least 3 seconds to begin the “Entering Setup” Menu. 2. Scroll with the "+" to "6. Color Select" 3. Press the "Mode" button. 4. Choose with "+ or -" which color select mode favorite you would like to change 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5. 5.
Adjusting Brightness (Color Mode Only) The following directions can be used if you would like adjust the brightness of the screen when in Color Mode: 1. Press and hold the “Mode” button for at least 3 seconds to begin the “Entering Setup” Menu. 2. Scroll with the “+” to “4. Brightness Color” 3. Press the “Mode” button. 4. Press the “+ or -” button to increase or decrease screen brightness. 5. Press the “Mode” button to set and save the screen brightness.
Adjusting the White Balance with the Remote Control The color white is often affected by the lighting used in a room. The Acrobat HD White Balance control allows you to achieve optimum clarity. The following directions can be used to adjust the White Balance with the Remote: 1. Press the White Balance “WB” button (See figure 1) on the Remote, and wait 2 seconds for the key to become active. 2. Repeat Step 1 to scroll through all four settings. a. W.B.
Adjusting the White Balance with the Camera The following directions can be used to adjust the White Balance from the Camera: 1. Press and hold the Mode button for 3 seconds to “Entering Setup” Menu. 2. Press the + to scroll to “2. White Balance”. 3. Press the Mode button to initiate the White Balance feature. 4. Press the +/- to scroll through the four settings. 5. Press the Mode button to exit this feature.
Using Line Markers with the Remote control Line Markers are used to frame an image between two horizontal lines. These lines may be used as a reading guide for long passages of text, as a guide to help keep your place as you move from one side of the page to the other, or just to make writing easier. The following directions can be used to add/remove Line Markers with the Remote: 1. Press and hold the Line Markers On/Off (“LM ON/OFF”) button for at least 1 second. 2.
Using Line Markers with the Camera The following directions can be used to add/remove Line Markers from the Camera: 1. Press and hold the "Mode" button for at least 3 seconds to begin the “Entering Setup” Menu. 2. The menu will automatically indicate “1. Line Markers. 3. Press the "Mode" button. 4. The menu will indicate “1. Line Makers Off” 5. Press the “-” button to activate "Line Markers On." 6. Press the "Mode" button to set line marker. 7. Next the menu indicates “1. Upper Line ADJ” 8.
Using Left handed mode The following directions can be used if you would like to switch between left and right handed mode: 1. Press and hold the "Mode" button for at least 3 seconds to begin the “Entering Setup” Menu. 2. Scroll with the "+" to "3. Left Handed Mode" 3. Press the "Mode" button. 4. The menu will indicate “1. Left Handed Off” 5. Press the “+” button to activate " 2. Left Handed On." 6. Press the "Mode" button to set Left Handed mode On or Off.
Using the Object Locator The Acrobat HD Object Locator feature can help you quickly locate something you're looking for on a page, or a specific part of an object you want to view more closely. The following directions can be used to locate a desired object with the Remote and Camera: 1. Press and hold down the "Find" button on Remote (See Figure 1) or Camera (See Figure 2).
Using Intelligent Focus Lock with the Remote Control When The Acrobat HD is turned on, it is automatically set on auto focus. This is the most convenient setting for everyday activities, such as reading from a single page to a book, reading a prescription bottle or working with arts and crafts. Focus Lock allows you to maintain focus on a specific object at a fixed distance, such as writing.
Using Intelligent Focus Lock with the Camera The following directions can be used to apply the Focus Lock feature using the Camera: 1. Place your notepaper, stationery, checkbook or other writing material on the table. 2. To initiate the Focus Lock feature simultaneously press the “Find” and “Mode” buttons for at least 1 second on the Camera (See Figure 1). 3. The word "Focus Lock" will appear and remain in the upper left corner of the monitor (See Figure 2). 4.
Using the Freeze Function Freeze allows you to take a snap shot of what the Acrobat HD is magnifying in order for you to have extended time to view the image. This is particularly helpful when taking notes in a classroom. The following directions can be used to apply the Freeze mode using the Remote control only: 1. Press and hold the “Freeze” button for at least 2 seconds (See Figure 1). 2. The picture or video will freeze and in the upper left corner of the screen will indicate “Freeze” (See Figure 2). 3.
ADVANCED PROGRAMING Advanced Programming Options The Acrobat HD has advanced capabilities for modifying the programming of the included remote control (when using multiple units) as well as changing the default language used within the setup menus. These settings are completely optional and should not be changed under normal circumstances. The information listed on the following pages are for technical reference purposes only.
ACROBAT HD FEATURES MENU Secret 4321 code to enter menu using SIZE +: 4 press, mode 3 press, mode 2 press, mode 1 press, mode ** Items currently selected appear in GREEN ** Select different IR codes to avoid multiple remote control conflicts 2nd Menu Level FEATURES MENU REMOTE CTRL CODES SUB MENU 1. REMOTE CTRL CODES 1. SC 28 (Default) Press MODE to enter menu Size + or Size - to navigate Size + or Size – to navigate 2. SC 15 Size + or Size – to navigate 2. LANGUAGES Press Mode to Select Code 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING Q. How should I clean the Acrobat HD? A. At least once per week, clean the Acrobat HD with a soft dry cloth or an electrostatic dusting cloth. DO NOT use liquid cleaners on any of the plastic surfaces. Q. The Remote Control is not functioning properly. What should I do? A. After ensuring you have fresh batteries installed in the remote control, please reset the remote control back to factory settings.
ACROBAT HD SPECIFICATIONS Product Dimensions: 20” LCD: 21”H x 19”W x 8”D (53cm x 48.25cm x 20cm) 22” LCD: 21”H x 20”W x 8”D (53cm x 51cm x 20cm) 24” LCD: 21”H x 22”W x 8”D (53cm x 56cm x 20cm) 27” LCD: 21”H x 25”W x 8”D (53cm x 63.5cm x 20cm) Product Weight: 20” LCD: 18.4 lbs / 8.35 kg 22” LCD: 18.6 lbs / 8.5 kg 24” LCD: 19.6 lbs /8.9 kg 27” LCD: 21 lbs / 9.
WARRANTY STATEMENT Enhanced Vision Acrobat Video Magnifier Warranty Policy Enhanced Vision products are designed to give you the highest quality image, convenient features, ease of use and reliable service. The Acrobat HD has been inspected and tested prior to shipping. Enhanced Vision warrants the Acrobat HD against defects in material and workmanship under normal use for two years from the date of original purchase.
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Accessories DVI Toggle Box Allows you to toggle between either the Acrobat HD or your computer display (DVI connection). Smart Video Connects Enhanced Vision’s low vision devices to a computer monitor. Carrying Cases Convenient cases for storage and transport of all Enhanced Vision products. Battery Rechargeable batteries for Enhanced Vision’s low vision devices.
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The Acrobat HD video magnifier is designed to enlarge and enhance images to improve the lives of people who have low vision. The extent to which the Acrobat HD can improve the ability to see images and text depends on a person's individual condition and level of visual impairment. The Acrobat HD is not designed to restore vision, correct eye conditions or halt degenerative vision loss. An eye-care professional can best determine the suitability of the Acrobat HD for a patient's specific condition.
