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Freedom Scientific Blind/Low Vision Group, LLC
June 2007 TOPAZ SpaceSaver Desktop Magni
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PUBLISHED BY
Freedom Scientific
11800 31
st
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.
© 2007 Freedom Scientific Blind/Low Vision Group, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
TOPAZ SpaceSaver is a trademark of Freedom Scientific Blind/Low Vision Group, LLC
in the United States and other countries. TOPAZ SpaceSaver
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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.
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Table of Contents
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 1

TOPAZ SpaceSaver Components ...................................................................................... 4

Whats in the Box
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Tools Required for Surface Mount Installation .................................................................... 6

Safety and Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 7

Getting Started .................................................................................................................. 9

Assembling TOPAZ SpaceSaver ........................................................................................ 9

Clamping the TOPAZ SpaceSaver to a Table Edge ..................................................... 10

Mounting the TOPAZ SpaceSaver on a Flat Surface ................................................... 11

Connecting the Video Cable ......................................................................................... 15

Connecting the KVM 2-port Switch ............................................................................... 15

Connecting the Power Cords ........................................................................................ 17

Quick Start Tutorial ......................................................................................................... 19

Using the TOPAZ SpaceSaver Camera Controls ......................................................... 21

Brightness Dial (Yellow) .................................................................................................... 21

Focus Lock Button (Orange) ............................................................................................. 22

Magnification Dial .............................................................................................................. 22

Position Locator Button (Red) ........................................................................................... 23

Video Mode Button (Blue) ................................................................................................. 23

Power Button (Green) ....................................................................................................... 23

Reading with TOPAZ SpaceSaver ................................................................................. 24

Adjusting the Picture ......................................................................................................... 25
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Changing the Brightness............................................................................................... 25

Changing the Video Mode ............................................................................................ 26

Writing or Doing Crafts with TOPAZ SpaceSaver ........................................................ 27

Viewing Photos and Other Glossy Items ...................................................................... 28

Connecting TOPAZ SpaceSaver to a Television .......................................................... 29

Service and Support ....................................................................................................... 30

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 31

Appendix: Advanced Video Controls ............................................................................ 34

Choosing Custom Video Modes ....................................................................................... 35

Changing the Brightness and Contrast for Custom Video Modes .................................... 37

Changing the Color and Tint ............................................................................................. 39

Hiding the Zoom Position Display ..................................................................................... 41

Hiding the Focus Lock Display .......................................................................................... 42

Minimal Video Mode Configuration ................................................................................... 43

Reset Factory Default ....................................................................................................... 43

Displaying Firmware Version ............................................................................................ 43



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Overview
The TOPAZ

SpaceSaver Desktop Video Magnifier makes seeing printed type, pictures,
handwriting, and small details easier than ever before. Just place a letter or picture under
the TOPAZ SpaceSaver camera, and adjust the magnification level and the display colors
to work best for your eyesight. Your document displays in large size on the screen.
Developed by Freedom Scientific
the worlds leader in technology solutions for those
with visual impairments the TOPAZ has been designed with special attention to the
vision needs of those with macular degeneration, glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa,
cataracts, and other causes of low vision.
The TOPAZ SpaceSaver includes the following features:
Space-saving design
A flat panel monitor that can be shared with your computer to provide the largest
view while using the least desk space.
Auto Focus creates the clearest view without any need to make adjustments.
Adjust pre-set video modes for high contrast text that is most comfortable for your
individual eyesight.
Increase or decrease brightness.
Use the Position Locator beam to mark the center of the image for easy document
placement and writing.
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16 magnification levels with a crisp, sharp image let you precisely adjust text to the
size you need.
Lock the focus onto an object you want to see when writing or doing crafts. The
camera stays focused on the object and not your hand.
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.
The forward-mounted camera is high above the table, so you have plenty of room to work,
write, and do projects like tightening the tiny screws on your eyeglass frames, threading
needles, and hand sewing. With
the units

magnification features, youll be able to read:

Small print in contracts
Numbers in the phone book
Instructions on prescription bottles
Labels from products of all sizes and shapes
Crossword puzzles
Controls on portable telephones and remote controls
Newspaper and TV program listings, and much more
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TOPAZ SpaceSaver is at home anywhere where desk space is at a premium. The TOPAZ
SpaceSaver takes up almost zero space on the desktop while providing illumination and
magnification for almost any task. The flat panel monitor can be shared with your
computer to provide a large view while occupying very little desk space. It uses just one
wall plug. Depend on it to magnify small parts for hobbies, sm