Topaz EZ HD User Manual

TOPAZ ® EZ HD

Desktop Video Magnifier

User’s Guide

Freedom Scientific, Inc.

www.FreedomScientific.com

440843-001 Revision A

Freedom Scientific, Inc., 11800 31st Court North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33716-1805, USA
www.FreedomScientific.com

© 2016 Freedom Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. TOPAZ® is a trademark of Freedom Scientific, Inc. in the
United States and other countries. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of
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purpose, without the express written permission of Freedom Scientific.

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Safety and Maintenance

To keep the unit in good condition and to ensure safe usage, observe the following guidelines:

 Do not stare at the operating illumination LED as it may be harmful to the eyes
 Power rating: 100-240V~ 1A 47-63Hz
 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.
 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)
 Always use the unit on a stable, level, hard surface such as a desk or table
 When cleaning the screen, camera lens, or self-view lens, 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, camera, or self-view lens. Do not spray cleanser
directly on these items. 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 unit, make sure the unit is unplugged. Use a lightly dampened, soft, clean cloth
with water or mild detergent.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement

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. 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:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
 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

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement

CAN ICES-3(B) / NMB-3(B)

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Table of Contents

TOPAZ EZ HD at a Glance ............................................................................. 1

Hardware Description.................................................................................... 2

Rear Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 3

Transporting and Moving the Unit ................................................................ 4

Power and Monitor Adjustments .................................................................. 6

Basic Operation ............................................................................................. 7

Placing Items on the XY Table .................................................................... 7

Changing Magnification ............................................................................... 8

Adjusting Screen and Image Brightness ..................................................... 8

Changing Screen Colors ............................................................................. 9

Freezing an Image ...................................................................................... 9

Displaying Firmware Version Number ....................................................... 10

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 11

Service and Support .................................................................................... 12

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TOPAZ EZ HD at a Glance

The TOPAZ® EZ HD is an easy-to-use desktop video magnifier that provides
clear and sharp magnification of documents, newspapers, photos, and other
items. With simple to use controls, you can make quick magnification, color,
and brightness adjustments to best suit your vision needs.

The high-definition camera produces a clear picture with sharp images and
crisp text. This lets you use a lower magnification to maximize the amount of
information displayed on the screen. It also reduces the need to move the XY
table as much when reading text, looking at pictures, or working on crafts and
other projects.

The unit includes the following features:

 Auto Focus, which creates the clearest view without any need to make

adjustments

 16 magnification levels with a crisp, sharp image that lets you precisely

adjust text to the size you need

 Four color modes; choose the one that is most comfortable for you
 One-touch button to freeze images
 Widescreen 20-inch or 24-inch LCD monitor
 Adjust the height and angle of the monitor for the best view as well as

extra neck and upper back comfort when viewing the screen

 Adjustable screen brightness
 Two lights on either side of the camera provide object illumination, which

is diffused to prevent glare and reflections when viewing shiny
documents like magazines and photos

 Large low-friction XY table moves a full 16 inches from left to right for

easy reading of even large-format documents

 XY table’s braking mechanism lets you lock the table movement down

tight when you want it to hold steady

 Working distance between XY table and camera: 8.25 inches / 21 cm

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