LoupeCam By VizVocus Inc.

LoupeCam By VizVocus Inc.

ProHD LoupeCam
One Year Limited Warranty

ProHD LoupeCam By VizVocus Inc. (LBV) warrants this product against defects in
material or workmanship as follows:
PRODUCT: ProHD LoupeCam will repair this product with new or refurbished parts,
free of charge, for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the
event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
REPAIRS: ProHD LoupeCam will repair or replace defective parts used in the repair or
replacement of this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, for a period
equal to the remainder of the original limited warranty period on the original product,
or for ninety (90) days after the date of the repair or replacement, whichever is longer.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt, bill of
sale or other receipted proof of date of original purchase will be required before
warranty service is rendered. This warranty only covers failures due to defects in
materials and workmanship that occurs during normal use. The warranty does not
cover damages which occurred in shipment, cosmetic damage, damage that is
attributable to acts of God, failures which are caused by products not supplied by the
warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling,
faulty installation, misapplication, improper installation, operation or maintenance,
alteration, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, line power surge,
improper voltage supply, lightning damage, or subjecting the product to
operating/environmental conditions in excess of the maximum values or below the
minimum values set forth in the applicable specifications, or products serviced by
anyone other than ProHD LoupeCam.

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ProHD LoupeCam
One Year Limited Warranty (continued)

This warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or
removed from the product or if the camera casing has been opened. This warranty
does not cover products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS. This warranty excludes all
optical lenses.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED ABOVE. REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
THE PURCHASER. LBV SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST SALES, LOSS OF
USE OF THE PRODUCT, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF
THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND
TITLE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state. If a problem
with this product develops during or after the warranty period, please contact:

LoupeCam By VizVocus Inc.

10245 E. Via Linda Blvd, Suite 210
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
USA
www.LoupeCam.com
Tel: 614-901-0662
Fax: 614-441-9654

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Table of contents
1.

INTRODUCTION .......................................................4

1.1.

The ProHD LoupeCam Calibration ............................................4

1.2.

Various Lenses & Field of View .....................................................5

1.3.

USB Foot Pedals ..............................................................................6

1.4.

Sterilization & Protection ...............................................................6

2.

SOFTWARE SETUP .................................................7

2.1.
Preparing your computer ...............................................................7
2.1.1. Minimum System Requirements ..................................................7
2.1.2. Power Management ......................................................................7
2.2.

LoupeCam Settings Software Installation ..................................8

2.3.

Software Licenses ............................................................................8

2.4.

USB Connectivity ............................................................................8

3.

USING THE SOFTWARE ..........................................9

3.1.

Getting started .................................................................................9

3.2.

File Automation ............................................................................. 10

3.3.
Interface Overview ........................................................................ 10
3.3.1. Exposure ..................................................................................... 10
3.3.2. Brightness & Color Depth .......................................................... 11

4.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT .......................................... 11

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1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing ProHD LoupeCam. Designed from the ground up with
ease-of-use in mind, this high definition video camera will take you to a level
of simplicity and portability never achieved before.
We suggest that you take a few minutes to consult this manual before you
utilize your ProHD LoupeCam. By doing so, you will reap the full benefits of
what your digital camera has to offer.

1.1. The ProHD LoupeCam Calibration

The ProHD LoupeCam System is a digital and high definition video device
which digitally acquires video data, compresses it and transfers it to your
computer in its digital form over the USB 2.0 standard.
The lens of your ProHD Camera System can easily accommodate different
working distances but is currently set up for use at about 16 (40cm) of focal
distance.
To operate the camera from a different distance, some minor adjustments
are required:
1. It is recommended that you use a target against a wall with a small
print e.g. a business card.
2. Determine the appropriate working distance you are trying to
calibrate your camera to. As an example, if your surgical/dental
loupes are calibrated at 20 (50cm), put the camera at that distance
(preferably on a table) and point toward your target.
3. Simply loosen the lens lock ring (metal counter screw) that holds the
lens in its position, and start unscrewing/screwing the lens until you
reach a clear focus on your target.
4. Lock the metal ring so that the lens keeps its position.

*NOTE please refer to the tutorial video entitled Chapter 3 Software

Calibration for more information.

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1.2. Various Lenses & Field of View

The ProHD LoupeCam system is lens swappable and allows for calibration
adjustments of various working distances.
Provides divergent fields of view.
Closely matches or exceeds current loupe magnifying
Glasses.
2x Lens: At 16"/40cm, the Field of View is approx. 3.5" x 5"/8 cm x 12 cm
3x Lens: At 16"/40cm, the Field of View is approx. 2.5" x 4"/6 cm x 10 cm
4x Lens: At 16"/40cm, the Field of View of approx. 1.5" x 2.5"/3cm x 12cm
Special Order Lenses:
1.5x Lens: At 16"/40cm, the Field of View is approx. 8"x5"/20cm x 12cm
1x Lens: At 16"/40cm, the Field of View is approx. 18"x 10"/45cm x 25cm
You can purchase these additional optional lenses by contacting your
LoupeCam By VizVocus Inc. representative or consult our website:
www.LoupeCam.com.

The digital camera requires good lighting conditions to

perform optimal quality video and images. The camera
does not perform well in less illuminated conditions. The
use of additional light is recommended.

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1.3. USB Foot Pedals

Optional USB Foot pedals are available to remotely operate the camera
recording functions without requiring external aid. The USB foot pedals are
pre-programmed, and work in conjunction with Apple QuickTime and the
software LoupeCam Settings. The USB foot pedals will not perform with
any other software program that is not associated with Apple QuickTime or
ProHD LoupeCam.

1.4. Sterilization & Protection

The ProHD LoupeCam cannot be sterilized. It is designed for usage in a nonsterilized zone. When used with a head-mounted adaptor, or surgical/dental
loupes adapter, the camera is located in a non-sterile area.

Ensure that the lens is securely tightened to the camera

and that it will not come loose or fall during the
intervention. Hand tightening only, using a tool will most
likely damage the lens.

Do not operate camera at extreme temperatures. Normal

operating temperatures are between 59oF (15oC) and 77oF
(25oC).

Do not let the camera or any of its components near a

child to avoid any risk of suffocation.
For external use only. Always keep the recommended
distance between the camera and the sterilized zone.

DO NOT STERILIZE THE CAMERA. Attempting to sterilize

the camera or any other part will most likely damage it and
void your warranty. Avoid any contact with water. Do not
submerge under water.

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2. Software setup
2.1. Preparing your computer
2.1.1. Minimum System Requirements
-In order to optimize the camera and software, the minimum system
requirements for your computer are as follows:
System:
- Intel Core i5 rated at 1.7GHz or higher
- 8GB RAM or higher
- Intel HD Graphics 4000 or higher

OS:
-Macintosh OS-, 10.9 (Mavericks)
Other Features:
-2 USB ports are needed if you utilize the camera and foot pedal setup
-HDMI output is a plus if you would like to watch and/or preview videos on
an HDTV monitor
*NOTE please refer to the tutorial video entitled Chapter 1 Hardware
System Requirements for more information.

2.1.2. Power Management

Set up your computer Power Management to avoid slow motion video that
could occur when your PC is in Energy Saving Mode.
*NOTE please refer to the tutorial video entitled Chapter 4 Energy Saver
for more information.

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2.2. LoupeCam Settings Software

Installation
IMPORTANT
1. Insert the USB Flash Drive in your computers USB Connector, and
the setup procedure should begin automatically. If it does not,
manually launch the program.
2. Complete the setup procedure by following on-screen instructions.
3. Upon successful installation, connect your camera system. The
LoupeCam Settings Software will load automatically when
launching Apple QuickTime Player.
4. A computer reboot is strongly recommended before you start using
your ProHD LoupeCam.

2.3. Software Licenses

By purchasing the ProHD LoupeCam for Macintosh, you obtained unlimited
software licenses to LoupeCam Settings. You are welcome to install it on
multiple computers. However, if you require the software to operate in a
Windows environment, you will need to purchase ProHD Capture for
Windows by contacting your LoupeCam By VizVOCUS Inc. representative or
consult our website: www.LoupeCam.com.
Your ProHD LoupeCam has been registered before shipping and you might
receive future notifications via email for software updates.

2.4. USB Connectivity

Most computers offer between 2 to 4 USB connections. Not all USB
connections offer equal capability. There is always one port called the
Master which is stronger build, the other called Slave.
Should you experience a connection issue, or slow data transfer, it is
recommended to switch USB ports.

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3. Using the software

3.1. Getting started

The Software LoupeCam Settings will load

automatically upon launch of Apple QuickTime Player
and selecting File New Movie Recording.

Once the installation is complete, you are ready to use LoupeCam Settings.
After plugging in your LoupeCam system, launch Apple QuickTime Player
from the Applications folder and our pre-configured ProHD LoupeCam
settings software will load.
The use of the LoupeCam Settings Software is very easy. It offers the
camera control settings that are much needed to regulate the lighting in
your clinical setting. It has been designed to go hand-in-hand with
QuickTime Player (already built-in to your Mac) which offers the most
robust, well-built and user friendly recording platform.
Please note that QuickTime Player utilizes Apples proprietary codec called
MPEG4 and the video output format will be .MOV.
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3.2. File Automation

Integrated within the bundled LoupeCam settings package is File
Automation. Our pre-configured convenience code delivers
unparalleled automation by incorporating shortcuts within the Up
and Down arrow keys on your laptop.
By depressing the following keys, you can

Up Arrow

Down Arrow
Timestamp

: Start Recording
: Stop / Save Recording w/. Military

3.3. Interface Overview

3.3.1.

Exposure

The most important parameter is

"Exposure," located in the "Adjustments"
tab: it will control the luminosity of your
videos. The lower the value, the darker the
image will be. Uncheck the Auto box, in
order to manage Exposure settings.
When you move the slider, verify how your
image adjusts depending on the Exposure
value.
It is recommended to test both, the Exposure in Auto mode and Manual
to determine which one offers the best image given your clinical setting.

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3.3.2. Brightness & Color Depth

You can adjust the brightness and color depth in the second tab entitled:
"Adjustments."
While there are several options available, we recommend adjusting
Exposure and White Balance only to calibrate your setup.
To modify, move the switch from Auto to Manual. You can verify how
your image will be modified depending on the values you select.

When you close the application, all of your settings are saved on the camera,
so you will not have to reconfigure everything each time you use it.
-

Close ProHD Capture properly: File-> exit or red cross on the top
right corner of the window

While the software is stopping, youll see the red light blinking on
the camera: all the settings are being saved.

Unplug the camera

4. Technical Support
If you encounter any problems with your LoupeCam, or its software, follow
the steps below to obtain assistance:
1.

Consult this Users Guide for information related to the situation and the
series of video tutorials made available to you

2.

Check the Support section of our web site at:

www.LoupeCam.com

3.

Contact us via email at: [email protected]. Please include a

detailed description of the issue.
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Notes

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device
+pursuant to Part 15B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designated to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturers
instruction manual, may cause interference with 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, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
.

Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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/TV technician for help.

Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards

The product complies with the harmonized EMS standards. It complies with essential
requirements of the Medical Devices Directives EMS 60601-1-2:2007. The manufactured
products are in accordance with a product for which a technical report has been obtained from
the Norwest EMC Laboratories. (ISO 9001 certificate no 008999). As manufacturer, we declare
that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directives stated above.

Tested To Comply
With CE Directives

Apple Inc., Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP are

registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks
mentioned herein are registered to their respective owners.

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