myvu shades301 User Manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of
the myvu® personal media viewer,
shades 301 edition.

You are about to engage in a new, dynamic viewing
experience. The myvu personal media viewer takes
portable media to an unprecedented level.
Prepare to be captivated by sharp color images and
built-in stereo sound as you watch your favorite music
videos, movies, sports or other downloaded
entertainment.
The viewer is one of the world’s most comfortable and
fashionable portable video displays. Within this manual,
you will find guidelines for product operation, care and
safety. More information can be found at
www.myvu.com.

Please register your myvu personal media viewer
online at www.myvu.com/registration.

NOTICE

The information in this manual is subject to change
without notice. Myvu Corporation shall not be liable for
technical or editorial errors or omissions contained
herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from the furnishing or use of this material.

©2007 Myvu Corporation. All rights reserved. “myvu”
and “SolidOptex” are trademarks of Myvu Corporation.
This product is protected by U.S. Patents 5715377,
5886822, 6023372, 6091546, 6204974B1, 6349001B1,
6356392B2, 6384982B1, 6879443B2, and other U.S.
and International Patents issued and pending.

contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY & HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

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Handling your myvu personal media viewer . 2

Surface cleaning ............................................. 3

Proper handling & disposal of batteries ........ 3

Introduction........................................................... 3

Included system components ............................. 3

Getting started...................................................... 3

Tips for comfortable viewing ............................... 3

Nose pad ......................................................... 3

Earbuds and earbud pads.............................. 4

Mag Clip………………………………………...4

Picture Control………………………………….4

Using the pendant controls ................................. 4

About charging the battery .................................. 4

Watching video with Made for iPod edition ........ 4

myvu set-up 1: Watching video with iPod classic,

nano, and 5th generation video iPod.............. 4

myvu set-up 2: Watching video with iPod touch..5

myvu set-up 3: Watching video with iPhone . 5

Watching video with Universal edition ................ 5

myvu set-up 1: Watching video with iPod 5th

generation or Zune ......................................... 5

myvu set-up 2: Watching video with Archos or Nokia

N95……………………………………………...5

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myvu set-up 3: Watching video with DVD player,
camcorder or gaming device…………………5

Troubleshooting ................................................... 5

No video and no audio ................................... 5

Video image is not bright enough .................. 5

Video image is fuzzy or out of focus ............. 5

The video is clipped or black bars appear on top

and bottom of the image ................................ 5

Weak or nonexistent audio ............................ 6

Battery is not charging or is charging slowly 6

A note to individuals who wear prescription eyeglasses

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Technical support ................................................ 6

Available accessories .......................................... 6

Specifications ....................................................... 6

Limited warranty................................................... 6

Limitation of liability………………………………..7

Regulatory agency requirements........................ 7

important safety & handling
instructions

WARNING:
The myvu personal media viewer must not be used
in any circumstances for which a complete field of
vision is necessary for reasons of safety. Nor should
the viewer be used in any situation in which
undistracted viewing, hearing or mental
concentration is necessary. The viewer should never
be worn while operating equipment or vehicles,
while handling sharp, hot or otherwise dangerous
objects, or used in other situations where your
undivided attention is needed to avoid danger to
yourself or to others. It is the responsibility of the
user of this product to employ common sense with
regard to appropriate product usage.

This product is not recommended for children under 10
years of age, nor for people with atypical visual or
neurological conditions. Consult a physician if you have
concerns about your specific condition and the use of
this product.

Even though the viewer permits users to maintain most
of their natural vision, some people may still experience
motion sickness, perceptual after effects, disorientation,
instability and loss of balance, and eyestrain. If you
experience any of these effects, discontinue use of the
product.

Hearing loss can result when listening to audio at
excessively high levels or for prolonged periods of time.
Always set the volume level on your source device and
your myvu personal media viewer to a safe level before
placing the earbuds in your ears.

Handling your myvu personal media viewer
WARNING: Please use care when handling the cables.

Avoid kinks and knotting of the cables as careless
handling can result in permanent damage to the cables.

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The myvu personal media viewer is durable, but not
indestructible. Handle with care as you would other
portable electronics. Do not place the viewer on or near
hot surfaces such as heaters, stove top or electrical
components. Do not leave this product inside an
automobile on a hot or cold day. Do not immerse the
viewer in liquids.
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair or modify this
product.

Surface Cleaning

The viewer may be wiped with a clean, soft cotton cloth,
lens cloth or the microfiber protective sleeve supplied
with this product.
WARNING: Do not use alcohol or other solvents to
clean the viewer.

Proper Handling & Disposal of Batteries

Batteries contain toxic materials and therefore should be
kept out of the reach of children. Batteries should not be
punctured, burned, disassembled or damaged.
Batteries may be recyclable. Obey your local laws and
regulations when disposing of Li-Polymer batteries.

introduction

Your myvu personal media viewer allows you to enjoy
video entertainment anywhere you go. Its sleek profile
permits you to maintain most of your natural field of
vision by seeing over the viewer. The bright, full-sized
image is daylight-viewable for hands-free viewing
whether you are indoors or outside. In combination with
a fully-charged portable media player, a fully charged
myvu shades battery provides up to 10 hours of video
viewing.

included system components

• Shades personal media viewer

• In-ear noise reducing headphones from Ultimate

Ears plus two additional pairs of differently sized
earbud pads

• Pendant with audio and video controls that is
also a lithium polymer USB rechargeable battery

• One USB cable to charge your myvu battery

• Connection cables

• Mag clip for wearability and cable management

• Microfiber protective sleeve to store your viewer;

also functions as a lens cloth

• quick start guide

getting started

Follow these 3 steps to begin using your myvu personal
media viewer.

1. Please be sure that the TV Out/Video Out setting
on your portable media player is set to “On” (consult
your portable media player manufacturer for further
instructions.)

2. Charge your myvu personal media viewer.

Using the USB charger, insert the mini USB connector
into its port on the pendant (see figure 1.). Connect
the other end to a computer or USB wall charger.
Note: You can use the viewer and your portable media
player while your viewer is charging.

(figure 1)

3. Select content on your portable media player.
Turn the viewer “On” by pressing the button in the
middle of the viewer’s pendant and holding until the
light appears. Enjoy!

(figure 2)

tips for comfortable viewing

While wearing the viewer, adjust its position until you
can see the entire video image clearly. The position and
angle of the viewer relative to your eyes are important
for proper viewing. When the viewer is properly
positioned, the video image should be in full view.

Nose pad

You can make adjustments to the viewer’s position by
widening or narrowing the nose pad using gentle
squeezing (see figure 3.).

(figure 3)

Power

USB Port