Freedom Scientific BLV Group 676OX Onyx RF Remote Control User Manual ONYX Deskset XL Users Guide
Freedom Scientific BLV Group Onyx RF Remote Control ONYX Deskset XL Users Guide
user manual
ONYX™ Deskset XL
User’s Guide
Freedom Scientific, Inc.
April 2010
440454-001 Revision D
ONYX Deskset XL User’s Guide ii
PUBLISHED BY
Freedom Scientific
11800 31st Court North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33716-1805
USA
http://www.FreedomScientific.com
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this publication may
be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical, for any
purpose, without the express written permission of Freedom Scientific.
© 2010 Freedom Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
ONYX™, MAGic®, and MAGic EyeMerge™ are trademarks of Freedom Scientific, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
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Federal Communications Commission Notice
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
Do Not Make Modifications to Remote Control
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Table of Contents
Overview............................................................................................................................1
ONYX Deskset XL Components.........................................................................................2
What’s in the Box ................................................................................................................2
Safety and Maintenance .....................................................................................................3
Getting Started..................................................................................................................5
Camera Assembly...............................................................................................................5
Camera Video Connection..................................................................................................8
Monitor Video Connection...................................................................................................9
Monitor and Television Configurations..............................................................................10
Power Connection.............................................................................................................11
Adjusting Monitor Height and Tilt ......................................................................................12
Extending and Lowering the Camera Arm ........................................................................16
Turning On the ONYX Deskset XL ...................................................................................19
Positioning Camera for Long Distance or Close-up Work ................................................20
Basic Operation Using the ONYX Remote Control......................................................22
Turning On and Off the ONYX Deskset XL.......................................................................22
Removing the Remote Control Button Cover....................................................................23
Changing Magnification ....................................................................................................24
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Adjusting Brightness .........................................................................................................24
Changing Viewing Modes .................................................................................................24
Aiming the Camera at a Distant Image .............................................................................25
Flipping an Image..............................................................................................................26
Freezing an Image ............................................................................................................26
Auto Focus Toggle............................................................................................................27
Masking.............................................................................................................................27
Reading Lines ...................................................................................................................28
Saving Camera Settings ...................................................................................................29
ONYX Remote Control Functions..................................................................................30
Power/Function LED (Red)..............................................................................................31
Video Mode Button (Blue) – ONYX Monitor Operation.....................................................31
Video Mode Button (Blue) – ONYX Monitor and Television Operation.............................32
Video Mode Button (Blue) – Television Only Operation ...................................................33
Find Button (Red)..............................................................................................................34
Flip (Light Blue).................................................................................................................34
Zoom Buttons (Black) .......................................................................................................35
Brightness Buttons (Yellow)..............................................................................................35
Freeze Frame (Red) .........................................................................................................36
Focus Lock Button (Orange).............................................................................................36
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Reading Lines (Black and White)......................................................................................37
Mask (Black and White)....................................................................................................37
Width (White) ....................................................................................................................37
Up and Down (Black)........................................................................................................38
Power Button (Green) .......................................................................................................38
Pairing a Remote Control with a Camera .....................................................................39
ONYX Remote Control Tether........................................................................................42
Transporting the ONYX ..................................................................................................44
Service and Support.......................................................................................................47
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................48
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Overview
The ONYX™ Deskset XL makes seeing printed type, pictures, handwriting, and small details
easier than ever before.
The ONYX includes the following features:
Document reading
Distance reading
Self viewing
Auto Focus creates the clearest view without any need to make adjustments
Increase or decrease brightness
Masking
Reading Lines
Freeze Frame
Find function to easily target distant objects
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ONYX Deskset XL Components
What’s in the Box
ONYX magnifying camera
22- inch, 19-inch, or 17-inch
flat-panel monitor
Base plate with adjustable
height monitor assembly
Swinging/telescoping
camera arm
Remote control with two
AAA batteries
Remote control tether
Power cord
ONYX user’s guide
ONYX carrying bag
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Safety and Maintenance
To keep the unit in good condition and to ensure safe usage, observe the following guidelines:
Read the instructions in this user’s guide before attempting to use the unit.
Do not attempt to repair the unit or open its case. This product contains no user
serviceable parts.
Do not attempt to modify the remote control. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Keep the unit away from wet areas, rain, and other sources of liquids or high humidity. Do
not submerge the unit.
Always operate the unit in a place where the temperature is between 10° and 40° C (50°
and 104° F).
Always store the unit in a place where the temperature is between -20° and 65° C
(-4° and 149° F). Do not store in a parked car, because the temperature often exceeds
this range.
Always use the unit on a stable, level, hard surface such as a desk or table.
Never force connectors into the unit’s ports. All appropriate connectors should fit easily
into the ports. It the connector does not fit, turn it around, and try again.
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Use only the power cable that came with your unit. Other adapters may damage the unit.
When cleaning the screen, unplug the power cord and apply a small amount of non-
abrasive cleanser, such as the following, to a soft, lint-free cloth and gently wipe:
• Water
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Petroleum benzene
• Vinegar mixed with water at a concentration of no more than 10 percent vinegar, for
example, 1.5 tablespoons of vinegar per cup of water (100 ml per liter)
CAUTION:
Do not apply excessive pressure to the screen. Do not spray cleanser directly on
the screen. Also, do not use any cleanser that contains the following agents:
acetone, ethyl alcohol, ethyl acid, ammonia, or methyl chloride.
When cleaning the rest of the ONYX, make sure the unit is unplugged. Use a lightly
dampened, soft, clean cloth with water or mild detergent.
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Getting Started
Use the following procedures when assembling ONYX for the first time. Before beginning the
assembly, place the ONYX components on a sturdy and stable work surface, such as a desk
or table. Assembly is straightforward and will be very familiar to you after setting it up for use
and breaking it down for travel.
Camera Assembly
1. Place the base plate and monitor assembly on a sturdy work surface.
2. Attach the camera to the camera arm connector as shown in the following illustration.
Note: The camera and camera arm connector have a tongue-and-groove design. Make sure
that the top groove on the camera’s connector fits snuggly over the top of the camera
arm connector as shown in the following illustration.
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Attaching the ONYX camera to the camera arm connector
3. Rotate the locking lever down to lock the camera in place.
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ONYX Deskset XL camera assembly
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Camera Video Connection
Plug the camera’s modular RJ45 connector into the RJ45 connector on the ONYX monitor
stand. A click sound is made when the modular connector snaps into place.
Connecting video cable to RJ45 connector on monitor stand
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Monitor Video Connection
When facing the rear of the ONYX, there are three video connectors located vertically on the
left side of the ONYX monitor stand as shown in the following illustration.
ONYX Deskset XL monitor connectors
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S-Video: The top connector is a 4-pin mini-DIN connector. Use it to connect a television.
The S-Video cable is customer supplied.
RCA composite video: The center connector is a yellow RCA composite video
connector. Use it to connect a television. The composite video cable is customer supplied.
VGA: The bottom connector is a 15-pin VGA connector. The ONYX monitor connects
directly to this connector.
Monitor and Television Configurations
The standard ONYX Deskset XL configuration is to have the ONYX monitor connected directly
to the VGA connector on the side of the monitor stand.
A television can be connected to the ONYX using either the S-Video or composite video output
connectors. The ONYX monitor and television can be connected simultaneously. When
configured this way, the television only supports Normal and gray scale color modes.
If you disconnect the ONYX monitor from the VGA connector so that only the television is
connected, the following color modes are available: Normal, Reverse Color, Black on White,
and White on Black.
For more information about color modes, refer to Changing Viewing Modes on page 24.
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Power Connection
1. Plug the female end of the power cord into the ONYX monitor stand.
Connecting power cord to the ONYX Deskset XL
2. Plug the other end of the power cord into the wall outlet.
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Adjusting Monitor Height and Tilt
You can raise or tilt the monitor for more comfortable viewing.
Important:
When raising or lowering the monitor, always support the monitor’s weight by
holding the ONYX carrying handle or by holding the bottom of the monitor with
your hand.
To raise monitor height, do the following:
1. Lift and hold the carrying handle as shown in the following illustration.
2. Press and hold the lever to release the adjustment lock.
3. Raise the monitor using the carrying handle. There are five height positions.
4. After reaching the desired height, let go of the adjustment lock lever, and while still
holding the carrying handle, slightly lower or raise the monitor until the adjustment lock
engages. A click sound is heard when it locks into place.
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Raising monitor height
To lower monitor height, do the following:
1. Lift and hold the carrying handle as shown in the following illustration.
2. Press and hold the lever to release the adjustment lock.
3. Slowly lower the monitor while holding the carrying handle.
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4. After reaching the desired height, let go of the adjustment lock lever, and while still
holding the carrying handle, slightly lower or raise the monitor until the adjustment lock
engages. A click sound is heard when it locks into place.
Lowering monitor height
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To tilt the monitor forward or backward, do the following:
1. While facing the front of the monitor, place one hand on the top of the monitor and the
other hand on the ONYX base plate.
2. Do one of the following:
• To tilt the monitor forward, gently pull the monitor toward you until it reaches a
position that is comfortable to you.
• To tilt the monitor backward, gently push the monitor away from you until it reaches a
position that is comfortable to you.
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Extending and Lowering the Camera Arm
The unit has a telescoping camera arm that can be extended for distance viewing so that you
can see over individuals sitting in front of you in a classroom, and must be fully extended for
close up viewing. For example, you can position the camera directly over the monitor and point
it straight down to read material that you place directly in front of the monitor.
To raise the camera arm, do the following:
1. Press and hold the Release button, located on the side of the telescoping camera arm,
while simultaneously raising the camera arm. Refer to the following illustration.
2. Raise the arm until it is fully extended. The arm will click and lock in place.
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Extending the telescoping camera arm
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To lower the camera arm, do the following:
1. If necessary, move the camera so that when it is lowered it will not hit the monitor.
2. If you previously raised the monitor, lower it as described in Adjusting Monitor Height and
Tilt on page 12.
3. Press and hold the Release button, and push down on the black cap located on the top of
the camera arm until it is fully lowered. The arm will click and lock in place.
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Turning On the ONYX Deskset XL
1. Turn on the monitor.
2. Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control.
3. Press the green POWER button , which is located in the upper right corner of the
remote control. There is no need to aim the remote control at the camera.
When the camera is on, a red LED on the bottom of the camera is lit.
4. If an image does not appear on the monitor, try the following troubleshooting tasks:
• Verify that it is turned on using the POWER button located in the lower right corner of
the monitor.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged into the ONYX monitor stand.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.
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Positioning Camera for Long Distance or Close-up Work
For long distance reading, keep the camera lens up.
For close-up reading or self viewing, keep the camera lens down.
Distance reading configuration Desktop and self-view configuration
There are four primary camera positions and settings:
Horizontal with lens up – for looking at distant objects
Horizontal with lens down – for looking at nearby objects
Vertical and lens down – for when the camera is rotated to look down at an object on the
base plate or desktop
Horizontal and upside down with lens down – for when the camera is rotated and pointed
at yourself for self viewing
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When the camera is placed into each of these different positions, it recalls the brightness,
magnification, viewing mode, mask, Reading Lines, and other essential settings that you
created for that specific position. This allows you to make a separate camera configuration for
distance viewing, in which the magnification and brightness are adapted for that situation, while
also having a separate configuration for desktop viewing, one that takes magnification, viewing
mode, and brightness into account when reading a book.
Important:
Any changes made to the camera while it is in a given position are automatically
saved and used the next time you move the camera to that position. To
permanently save these settings, you must power the ONYX off using the green
POWER button on the remote control.
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Basic Operation Using the ONYX Remote Control
Turning On and Off the ONYX Deskset XL
1. Connect the power cable to the ONYX as previously described in the Power Connection
section on page 9.
2. Turn on the monitor by pressing the POWER button, which is located in the lower right
corner on the front of the monitor.
3. Press the green POWER button on the remote control. Its red LED flashes, and the
red LED on the bottom of the camera turns on.
4. Press the green POWER button again to turn off the ONYX Deskset XL.
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Removing the Remote Control
Button Cover
To remove the cover, do the following:
While holding the remote control in
one hand, use your other thumb to
slide the cover down and off to expose
the MASK and READING LINES
buttons.
Additional Features:
Masking and Reading Lines are functions to
help you focus and maintain your place
while reading. To access these additional
features, you must remove the button cover
located at the bottom of the remote control
below the other buttons.
For information about these functions, see
Masking on page 27 and Reading Lines on
page 28.
Removing button cover
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Changing Magnification
Press the black PLUS button , which is located in the center right of the remote control,
to zoom-in and enlarge the object that appears on the screen.
Press the black MINUS button , also located in the center right of the remote control, to
zoom away from the object on the screen.
Adjusting Brightness
To make the image lighter, press the top yellow BRIGHTNESS button , which is
located in the center left of the remote control.
To make the image darker, press the bottom yellow BRIGHTNESS button , which is
located in the center left of the remote control.
Changing Viewing Modes
Press the blue VIDEO MODE button , located in the upper right of the remote control, to
cycle through different viewing modes. These modes will vary based on the type and number
of monitors connected. When the ONYX monitor is connected, the following color modes are
available:
Normal (full color)
Black on White (enhanced positive)
White on Black (enhanced negative)
Yellow on Blue
Yellow on Black
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When a television is connected simultaneously to the ONYX, the following color modes appear
on the television when you press the VIDEO MODE button :
Normal (full color)
Gray scale (Black and White)
Gray scale
Gray scale
Gray scale
When only a television is connected, the following color modes are available:
Normal (full color)
Reverse color
Black on White (enhanced positive)
White on Black (enhanced negative)
Aiming the Camera at a Distant Image
If you are currently focused on an object, but you want to move the camera to another object,
use the FIND and ZOOM buttons to help you aim the camera, locate the center of the new
object, and return to your initial magnification level.
1. Press the red FIND button , which is located in the upper center section of the remote
control. Crosshairs appear on the screen indicating the center of the image on the screen.
2. Press the black MINUS button to zoom out.
3. Move the camera and center the crosshairs on the new object you want to view.
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4. Press the red FIND button again. The camera zooms in to its previous magnification
level and the crosshairs turn off.
Flipping an Image
With the ONYX camera, you can change the screen orientation so that the image is flipped and
mirrored both horizontally and vertically. (Note that the camera is configured so that it will flip to
a mirror image when rotated into the self-viewing position.)
This function is useful when the object you are viewing is upside down. For example, if you
receive a heavy package, it may be easier to flip the image around instead of turning over the
package.
Press the light blue FLIP button , located in the upper left of the remote control, four
times to cycle through the four different picture orientations.
Note: The camera will remember this setting the next time you rotate it back to this position.
Freezing an Image
Press the red FREEZE FRAME button to freeze the current image that appears on
the screen. The Menu text FREEZE appears in the lower left corner of the screen. This is
useful when viewing distant images such as text on a blackboard.
To turn off Freeze Frame and return to the camera’s live view, press the button again.
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Auto Focus Toggle
By default, the camera will adjust its focus to the nearest object in view. However, when
working or writing directly under the camera, you may want to turn this feature off.
1. Press the orange FOCUS LOCK button , which is located on the lower left side of
the remote control, to turn Auto Focus off. The Menu text LOCK appears in the lower left
corner of the screen. The camera’s focus setting will not change meaning that an object
moved closer to or farther away from the camera lens will be out of focus.
2. Press the orange FOCUS LOCK button again to return to the camera’s standard
Auto Focus live view.
Masking
Masking blocks the upper and lower halves of the screen, making it easier for you to focus on a
specific area of the screen and reducing glare.
Note: To access the MASK controls, remove the button cover located at the bottom of the
remote control. See Removing the Remote Control Button Cover on page 23 for more
information.
1. To turn on masking, press the black and white MASK button , which is located on the
lower right side of the remote control.
2. To adjust the size of the mask, do one of the following:
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• Press the white UP ARROW button , labeled Width, to narrow the mask.
• Press the white DOWN ARROW button to widen the mask.
3. To adjust the position of the mask on the screen, do one of the following:
• Press the black UP ARROW button to move the mask up the screen.
• Press the black DOWN ARROW to move the mask down the screen.
4. To toggle the mask on and off, press the black and white MASK button again.
Reading Lines
Reading Lines are used to help you maintain your place while reading text. To use Reading
Lines, do the following:
Note: To access the READING LINES controls, remove the button cover located at the bottom
of the remote control. See Removing the Remote Control Button Cover on page 23 for
more information.
1. Press the black and white READING LINES button , which is located on the lower
left side of the remote control, to display two horizontal lines.
2. To adjust the distance between Reading Lines, do one of the following:
• Press the white UP ARROW button , labeled Width, to move the bottom reading
line up the screen, thus decreasing the distance between lines.
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• Press the white DOWN ARROW button to move the bottom reading line down
the screen and increase the distance between lines.
3. To adjust the position of the Reading Lines, do one of the following:
• Press the black UP ARROW button , located in the lower right corner of the
remote control, to move the mask up the screen.
• Press the black DOWN ARROW to move the mask down the screen.
4. To toggle Reading Lines on and off, press the black and white READING LINES button
again.
Saving Camera Settings
To save camera settings, turn ONYX off using the green POWER button , which is
located in the lower right corner of the remote control.
Note: Camera settings are unique to the camera’s position. For example, if Reading Lines are
used while reading a document in the desktop position, they may not appear when the
camera is rotated and aimed at a blackboard or yourself. Also, if you unplug ONYX from
the wall outlet without turning it off first, any recently configured camera settings are
discarded. To save camera settings, always use the green POWER button to turn off the
ONYX. For more information about camera settings, see Positioning Camera for Long
Distance or Close-up Work on page 20.
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ONYX Remote Control Functions
This section describes each button on the remote control.
ONYX remote control
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.
Note: Slide the button cover down and off to
access the MASK and READING
LINES buttons. For more information,
see Removing the Remote Control
Button Cover on page 23.
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Button/LED Description and Function
Power/Function LED (Red)
This LED flashes red each time you press a button on the
remote control. It is located in the upper left corner of the remote
control.
Video Mode Button (Blue) – ONYX Monitor
Operation
Press the VIDEO MODE button, which is located in the upper left
corner of the remote control, to cycle through the following color
modes:
Normal (full color)
Black on White (enhanced positive)
White on Black (enhanced negative)
Yellow on Blue
Yellow on Black
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Button/LED Description and Function
Video Mode Button (Blue) – ONYX Monitor and
Television Operation
When the ONYX monitor and a television are connected
simultaneously to the ONYX, the following color modes appear
on the television when you press the VIDEO MODE button.
Normal (full color)
Gray scale (Black and White)
Gray scale
Gray scale
Gray scale
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Button/LED Description and Function
Video Mode Button (Blue) – Television Only
Operation
When only a television is connected to the ONYX, the following
color modes are available:
Normal (full color)
Reverse color
Black on White (enhanced positive)
White on Black (enhanced negative)
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Button/LED Description and Function
Find Button (Red)
Press the FIND button to locate the center of the object that is
currently in view and focus. This is indicated by the crosshairs
that appear on screen. You can then zoom out, using the black
MINUS button , and move the camera to place the crosshairs
on a different object. Press the FIND button again and the
camera zooms in to the previous magnification level. The
crosshairs then disappear.
This button is located in the upper center section of the remote
control.
Flip (Light Blue)
Pressing the FLIP button four times cycles the camera through
four different picture orientations.
This button is located in the upper left side of the remote control.
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Button/LED Description and Function
Zoom Buttons (Black)
Press the PLUS button to zoom-in and enlarge the object
that appears on the screen.
Press the MINUS button to zoom away from the object on the
screen.
These buttons are located in the center of the remote control.
Brightness Buttons (Yellow)
Press the top BRIGHTNESS button to increase the
brightness level.
Press the bottom BRIGHTNESS button to decrease the
brightness level.
These buttons are located in the center of the remote control.
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Button/LED Description and Function
Freeze Frame (Red)
Press the FREEZE FRAME button once to freeze the
current image that appears on the screen. The on screen
message FREEZE appears on the screen.
Press it again to turn off Freeze Frame mode and return to the
live camera view. It is located on the lower left side of the remote
control.
Focus Lock Button (Orange)
Auto Focus mode, also known as Focus Lock, allows the camera
to automatically focus on the closest object in view. Auto Focus
is on by default.
Press the FOCUS LOCK button to turn off Auto Focus.
When Auto Focus is off, as indicated by the on-screen message,
LOCK, the camera does not adjust its focus. Turning Auto Focus
off makes it easier to write or work with an object, because the
camera will not automatically focus on your hand. During normal
operation, it is recommended that you leave Auto Focus on.
Press the button again to restore Auto Focus mode. It is located
on the lower right side of the remote control.
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Button/LED Description and Function
Reading Lines (Black and White)
Press the READING LINES button to display two horizontal lines
on the screen. Use these lines to help you maintain your place
while reading text. You can then use the WIDTH and UP/DOWN
buttons to adjust the distance between lines and position on the
screen. Remove the button cover on the front of the remote
control to access these buttons.
Mask (Black and White)
Press the MASK button to cover the upper and lower parts of the
screen so that you can concentrate on specific items or lines of
text that appear on the screen. You can use the WIDTH and
UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the visible area and position on the
screen. Remove the button cover on the front of the remote
control to access these buttons.
Width (White)
Use these buttons to move the bottom reading line or mask on
the screen. This action closes and opens the distance between
reading lines or the mask. Remove the button cover on the front
of the remote control to access these buttons.
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Button/LED Description and Function
Up and Down (Black)
Use these buttons to move the reading lines or mask up and
down the screen. Remove the button cover on the front of the
remote control to access these buttons.
Power Button (Green)
Press the POWER button to turn the power on for the video
source and camera. To turn the power off, press and hold the
POWER button . The red LED on the camera indicates that it
is on.
The POWER button is located in the lower right corner of the
remote control.
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Pairing a Remote Control with a Camera
An ONYX camera always corresponds with a specific ONYX remote control. You cannot take a
remote control from another camera and automatically use it with your camera. Both the
camera and remote control must match. To match or pair another remote control with your
camera, do the following:
Note: An unfolded paper clip is required for this procedure. Because the following tasks must
be performed within a specified time limit, review and make sure that you understand this
procedure before attempting to pair a camera and remote control.
1. Make sure that your ONYX camera is connected to the RJ45 connector on the monitor
stand and that power is connected to the ONYX unit.
2. Use an unfolded paper clip to press and release the recessed PAIRING button on the
bottom of the ONYX camera. The button is located between the serial number label and
the camera lens. See the next illustration.
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Camera PAIRING button
Note: Step 3 must be done within 10 seconds after pressing the camera’s PAIRING button.
3. Open the battery cover on the back of the ONYX remote control. Insert and press the
unfolded paper clip into the recessed PAIRING button (the hole above and to the right of
the batteries). See the next illustration.
The remote control’s LED will flash approximately 10 times.
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Remote control PAIRING button
4. Press the remote control’s green POWER button and verify that the camera turns on.
The red LED on the bottom of the camera will turn on. This indicates that the camera and
remote control are correctly paired. Replace the battery cover on the remote control.
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ONYX Remote Control Tether
Use the coiled tether to secure the remote control with the ONYX. This flexible tether makes it
less likely that you will lose or confuse your remote control with another remote control.
Note: Give careful thought to where you want to attach the two plastic anchors. The adhesive
securing the anchor is very strong. Repositioning an anchor will be very difficult once it is
in place.
1. Determine where you want to affix the tether to the ONYX base plate. See the following
illustration for an example.
2. Peel away the paper from the adhesive tape on the bottom of the anchor that is attached
to the coiled tether.
3. Place the anchor on the base in the predetermined location.
4. Next, open and connect the coiled tether’s clasp to post on the remote control.
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Steps for attaching the coiled tether to the ONYX remote control
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Transporting the ONYX
The ONYX can easily be transported in its wheeled carrying bag.
Before packing the ONYX, do the following:
1. Disconnect the power connector from the ONYX.
2. If necessary, lower the monitor to its lowest position. See Adjusting Monitor Height and
Tilt on page 12 for height adjustments.
3. Make sure that the telescoping camera arm is fully extended. See Extending and
Lowering the Camera Arm on page 16 for more information.
4. Rotate the camera arm around to the front of the unit so that the camera is positioned
behind the monitor. See the following illustration.
Note: Do not remove the camera from the camera arm.
5. Press the Release button on the camera arm and lower it until the arm locks.
6. Position the camera so that the lens points toward the back of the monitor.
7. Place the power cord and remote control into a zippered pocket on the front of the bag.
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Rear view of ONYX in transportation position
To place the ONYX into the carrying bag, do the following:
1. Lift the ONYX by its carrying handle.
2. With the ONYX monitor facing the back of the carrying bag, lower the unit as shown in the
following illustration.
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Lowering the ONYX into the carrying bag
3. Close the bag and either use the bag’s handles to carry it, or use the convenient
telescoping handle to wheel the ONYX.
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Service and Support
You can contact Freedom Scientific Technical Support to receive technical assistance with
ONYX. Before contacting Technical Support, it is recommended that you refer to
Troubleshooting on page 48 to try to resolve your problem quickly.
If you cannot resolve your issue, you can visit www.FreedomScientific.com. Choose the
Support link to search the Knowledge Base. The Knowledge Base contains articles that
address many common questions and technical issues concerning Freedom Scientific
products.
Note: This device has no user-serviceable components. Any unauthorized attempt to service or
replace internal components will void the product warranty.
To contact Freedom Scientific Technical Support by telephone, customers in the United States
can call (727) 803-8600, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. (Eastern Time).
Alternatively, you can receive support by e-mail. Send your questions and problems to
Support@FreedomScientific.com.
When you call, have your documentation ready and be prepared to provide the following
information:
Product name
What you were doing when the problem occurred
How you tried to solve the problem
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The screen is blank. Ensure that the monitor is powered on
and that the Power LED for the camera
is on. The red Power LED is located on
the bottom of the camera.
Press the monitor’s AUTO button and
verify that SVIDEO is selected as the
source.
Make sure the power cable is correctly
connected to the ONYX and the wall
outlet.
Reduce the magnification level using the
black MINUS button .
Try adjusting brightness using the yellow
BRIGHTNESS buttons or .
Press the blue MODE button to switch to
a different video mode.
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Problem Solution
The unit does not turn on. Ensure that the camera and VGA
monitor are both plugged in.
Ensure that the wall outlets have power
and are not malfunctioning. If the outlets
are connected to a wall switch, make
sure that the switch is on.
Ensure that the remote control is
working. The red LED in the upper left
corner of the remote control flashes
when a button is pushed. If this does not
happen, replace the two AAA batteries..
Make sure that you use the remote
control that is paired with your camera.
The image on the screen is too bright, or
there is a glare from the screen that
makes it difficult to see.
Use the yellow BRIGHTNESS buttons
or to reduce the brightness.
Press the blue VIDEO MODE button
to switch to a different video mode.
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Problem Solution
The image on the screen is too dark. Use the yellow BRIGHTNESS buttons
or to increase the brightness.
Press the blue VIDEO MODE button
to switch to a different video mode.
The document I am reading is out of
focus. When reading a document close up,
extend the telescoping camera arm as
described in Extending and Lowering the
Camera Arm on page 16.
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Problem Solution
The image on the screen is blurry or
unfocused. Lift the camera lens and let the camera
try to regain focus.
Ensure that Auto Focus is on. You can
press the red FREEZE button to
turn Auto Focus on or off.
Move the object to within 18 inches of
the camera with the lens down or at least
30 inches away from the camera with the
lens up.
Make sure that the lens is clean.
Check that there are no objects in the
foreground. The camera might be trying
to focus on that object.
The image is upside down. Use the light blue FLIP button to
invert the image.
There are smudges or blemishes on the
screen. Clean the screen using a damp, soft, lint-
free cloth.
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Problem Solution
Text is too small to read. Use the black PLUS button to
increase the magnification level.
Text is too large. Use the black MINUS button to
decrease the magnification level.
When I move the camera to a new
position, I lose the previous position’s
settings.
This is normal operation since camera
settings are saved and stored per
position. For example, if you have
Reading Lines turned on for distant
viewing, and then change to desktop
viewing or self viewing, the Reading
Lines will not appear unless you set
them for those camera positions.
Nothing happens while pressing buttons
on the remote control.
Your camera and remote control are
matched through firmware. If you use a
remote control that is paired with another
camera, refer to Pairing a Remote
Control with a Camera on page 39 for
procedures describing how to match the
two devices.
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