Unpacking
Inspection
Site Selection
DynaVision 2000
Features
Flash Option
LCD
Printer
Test Mode
Wall Mount
Dynavision 2000 Programs
Reaction Timer
Warranties
Trouble Shooting
Unpacking:
After
you unpack the DynaVision 2000, save the crate as
you may need to ship the unit at some time in the
future.
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Inspection:
Examine
the unit carefully to ensure there is no damage from
shipping. Plug it into an outlet. Make sure all lights,
control panel, printer, and display are operating.
Turn power switch to ON position (lower side of left
cabinet).
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Site
Selection
The
DynaVision 2000 should be placed in an area with
controllable lighting. The optimum working conditions
for the board are in low lighting.
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DYNAVISION
2000 FEATURES
The
system offers the following "state of the art" features;
(1)
Solid steel and aluminum construction.
(2)
Height adjustment (spanning 28 inches) controlled
by a sturdy and smooth operating gas spring which
locks into place for stability and safety.
(3)
Flexible wall mount system.
(4)
L.E.D (light emitting diodes) light switches have
long life span which prevents burn-out problems.
(5)
Printer provides analysis of each `run' on the system.
(6)
Membrane control panel has 37 different operating
keys for total flexibility of programs. The user
can employ any of 4 modes incorporating up to 6 different
light speeds. The working area can be reduced by
eliminating outer rings and/or any combination of
the 4 quadrants. Each run can last 30, 60 or 180
seconds. The flash option will flash 1 to 7 digits
at a speed range of 1 second to 1/100 of a second
(8 different adjustments).
(7)
The L.C.D. (liquid crystal display) shows score and
other `run' information as well as acting as an instructional
readout. Any person can operate the unit by simply
following the instructions as they appear.
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FLASH
OPTION
The
Flash Option gives the user the option of increasing
the amount of visual information in the focal area.
This intensifies concentration and also trains the
user in divided attention processing (ie. processing
visual information in both central and peripheral
areas of the visual field simultaneously). This also
increases stress on a different level than is achieved
by speeding up the light movements. This allows the
user to progress to higher processing levels on a
very gradual, incremental basis.
The
flash option will display from 1 to 7 digits at speeds
of 1, 0.75, 0.50, 0.4, 0.25, 0.1, 0.05 or 0.01 seconds.
These numbers appear every 5 seconds and the digits
(current flash value) are displayed on the LCD readout
(for 5 seconds) so that a training partner can monitor
the number of correct/incorrect responses. The numbers
that are flashed will also appear in the printout,
with a space beside each one, to fill in the number
of correct responses. This is valuable information
for the regular or mini (mail in) program operated
by Performance Enterprises.
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LCD
The
LCD ( Liquid Crystal Display) unit is a source of
information for the user. The information is displayed
in three separate applications:
1)
As the system is in its display mode, messages are
flashed every 10 seconds that describe the visual
skills, how often to use the system, and why it is
important to use the DynaVision, etc.
2)
By pressing any of the Mode buttons, or any Flash
Option button, the LCD flashes specific instructional
messages about those functions.
3)
The LCD displays ongoing scores as the user is going
through his/her run. Running score, average reaction
time, and the numbers that flashed (if applicable)
are shown in this mode.
The
LCD is backlit with LED (light emitting diode) lighting.
This lighting operates on 12 volts from the power
supply. The character display is 4 lines x 40 characters
and this operates on 5 volts DC current. It is programmable
in many different languages.
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PRINTER
Your
unit is equipped with an Epson printer, model #260-000.
It
uses ribbon #26001X - B (for black); #26001X - P
(for purple). You can order this part through the
DynaVision Service number (905) 472-9074.
The
printer paper is a standard 3" width roll (76cm)
that can be purchased from any stationary store.
TO
CHANGE THE PRINTER PAPER
- Replace
empty roll on the paper axle with a new roll (use
76 cm. or 3
in. printer paper) by removing the pin from the end of
the axle and
exchanging the new roll for the old roll, then restoring
the pin.
Mount the roll back in place on the printer bracket AFTER
the paper
has been fed back into the printer.
- Using
scissors, cut the end of the paper roll on an angle
so that one
corner
of the paper will feed through the printer first.
Feed the
paper
into the BOTTOM slot of the bracket. Make sure it
is aligned
in the slot.
- Turn
the small BLACK manual feed wheel on the lower
right hand side
at
he back. This feeds the paper through. Make sure
it feeds evenly
through the slot by 2 methods;
A:
When observing the paper that has
come
through the front of the machine, make sure that there
are no
folded edges on the sides of the paper.
B:
You can feel when the paper is in
its "groove" by
pulling back and forth on it with your left hand
inside
the cabinet and your right hand at the paper slot at
the front
of
the unit.
When
the paper is in its "groove" and hanging
out a few inches from
the
front slot, you are ready to begin.
This
is a tricky job the first time but does become easier
with
practise. If you are having problems, please call (905)
472-9074.
- Close
the cabinet door and turn the Dynavision on.
- Press
the PRINT button on the control and make sure the
paper is
feeding through straight and even.
OR
When
paper is close to the end of the roll you will see
colored lines appear on the paper. This is your signal
that it is time to change the paper.
- cut
the existing roll off inside the cabinet and tape
the new roll to
it using a small piece of Scotch Tape.
- Exchange
the paper axle from the old roll to the new one
and then
simply press PRINT and the new roll will automatically
feed through
the Printer.
To
Change Printer Ribbon:
- Carefully
detach Printer Wire Connector from Circuit Board.
- Remove
ENTIRE PRINTER BRACKET by unscrewing the 4 mounting
nuts with
a 5/16th nut driver or wrench.
- Remove
printer from the bracket by disengaging the two
nuts and
washers
that secure the printer to its bracket (located at
the bottom
of the printer.
- Ribbon
simply snaps out of unit. Then replace ribbon by
snapping a
new one into place and turning the black knob to feed
it into place.
- Remount
the bracket on its four posts, secure with original
nuts and
carefully
reattach the printer connector harness to its circuit
board
(be
careful to plug the off-coloured wire into the same
end as it was
removed from.
- Feed
the printer paper back into the unit as described
above.
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TEST
MODE
If
there is a possible shorted switch, use the TEST
MODE to locate it as follows:
- Turn
DynaVision 2000 OFF, using white power button.
- Holding
any light switch down, turn power back on.
- The
unit is now in TEST.
- Every
switch that you push will now be activated. This
will allow you to isolate a problem with a particular
light switch.
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WALL
MOUNT
TOOLS
REQUIRED: Tape measure, level, drill and 1/2" bit;
5/16"socket
wrench. A wall bracket with pre drilled holes is provided.
Select
wall location and determine stud location if applicable.
(Ideal mounting surface is concrete wall).
Place
bracket on wall as in Illus. A (use level). Horizontal
section of bracket should be 70" from floor.
This provides central focal area for users that are
5'10" average height. (If average height of
users is more or less, adjust bracket accordingly.)
Holding bracket in place align with at least 2 studs.
Mark 4 stud holes and 2 central holes. (Illus. A)
Remove
bracket and drill marked holes using 1/2" drill
bit. Install wall plugs.
Replace
bracket and mount to studs with 5/16" lag bolts.
Use butterfly mounts for central holes. Make sure
each bolt is secure.
Set
unit in front of wall bracket and lift (2 people
required) onto bracket so that top support beam on
back of board (Illus. B) hooks over bracket (Illus.
C).
**Note:
It is very important that when the unit is lifted
onto the bracket that the exposed wire harness is
not pinched between the bracket and the support beam.
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DYNAVISION
2000 PROGRAMS
The
DynaVision 2000 has flexibility for individualized
programs because of its variety of functions. In
most programs the board is adjusted to eye-level
(by pressing the release handle and moving the working
area up or down). The user is then instructed to
concentrate (not stare) into the crimson coloured
plexiglass focal point. He/she should stand in a
comfortable athletic stance at a distance so as to
be able to reach all lights easily (suggested distance
is approximately 1 foot away from working area).
Hands should be in a position ready to strike out
at the lights as they come on one at a time. The
users should be instructed to strike and recoil as
quickly as possible so as to be able to move on to
the next light.
Here
are the normal operating modes:
MODE
A
One
light comes on and remains stationary until the user
contacts it. This initiates another light switch
(in a random pattern) to turn on. The user reacts
and turns out as many lights as possible during the
(pre-set) length of the run.
MODE
B
The
lights travel in random patterns at various (pre-set)
speeds. Depending on the users'skill level he/she
will work at 1, 0.75, 0.50 or 0.40 seconds. Each
increasing speed puts more stress on the user. A
large part of the program is to monitor the effect
of these rising levels of stress on the physical
responses of the athletes.
MODE
C
The
lights travel around the outside circle at pre-set
speeds. Optimum speeds for this exercise are 0.25
and 0.1 seconds. The user initially stands back approximately
6 feet from the system and tracks the lights without
moving the head. As he/she is able, they will move
closer to the board. The lights change direction
every 15 seconds. This exercise strengthens the muscles
that control eye movements. The more developed your
eye muscles are, the less likely you are to experience
eye fatigue.
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REACTION
TIMER
This
program actually contains six tests; three with the
right hand and three with the left. Note: the left
hand should always move to the right and the right
hand should always move to the left.
Tests
five and six are between two fixed points (lights).
The user simply holds one of the two target switches
down (they will identify themselves on the board
by flashing) and reacts as quickly as possible with
the same hand to strike the other light when it comes
on. This process is then repeated with the other
hand!
The
first and second test involve a linear random target
switch. The user holds down the line target switch
and reacts to 1 of 4 (random) switches along the
same plane. This procedure is then carried out with
the other hand (in the opposite direction). The third
and fourth tests are again random, unknown targets
which will appear in one of 8 different planes.
These
results are shown on the display, as well as the
printout for each of the six tests.
The
first result is the Visual Reaction Speed, ie. the
amount of time it takes to identify the target and
initiate a reaction.
The
second number is the Physical Response Speed, ie.
a measurement of the total elapsed time from the
introduction of the target stimulus to the physical
completion of the task (turning out the light).
Your
overall Motor Response Time is the amount of time
(measured in 1/100's of a second) it takes to physically
respond to the target, after the initial visual reaction.
The
following equation illustrates this:
PHYSICAL
RESPONSE (PR) = VISUAL REACTION (VR) + MOTOR RESPONSE
(MR)
PR
= VR + MR also
MR
= PR - VR
*NOTE:
The Performance training program and or training
on the DynaVision 2000 will generally not improve
Motor Response Time. This will be improved bydeveloping
strength and flexibility. However, our program and
equipment will improve visual reaction time.
The
DynaVision 2000 has a built-in printer which provides
an immediate printout of individual scores.
Following
is an example of a printout:
PROGRAM
- MODE "B"
RUNTIME
- 60 SECONDS
LIGHT
SPEED - .50 SEC.
QUADRANTS
- ALL INDICATES
AREA - FULL light did not
--------------------------------
activate
(QUAD
1) X (QUAD 2)
INDICATES
light
missed 01 12
in
one attempt
01
INDICATES
INDICATES
03 X light hit once
light
missed 02 12 in two attempts
twice
in two 1
attempts
1 13 23 13 INDICATES
light
hit once
25
01 X in one attempt
13 23
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PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS:
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QUADRANT? REACTION
TIME
LIGHTS HIT % (AVG.)
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QUAD
1 40 36 090% 0.37 SEC.
QUAD 2 35 34 097% 0.36 SEC.
QUAD 3 36 32 088% 0.35 SEC.
QUAD 4 39 33 084% 0.36 SEC.
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WARRANTIES
The
DynaVision 2000 is guaranteed against all defects
in workmanship to the original purchaser for a period
of one (1) year from the date of shipment, unless
otherwise stated. All electronic parts are guaranteed
for a period of 90 days from date of purchase.
Performance
Enterprises will repair or replace, at our option,
any equipment sold which proves to be defective during
the warranty period. Merchandise must be returned
prepaid for our inspection and must not have been
abused or altered.
DAMAGED
GOODS, EXCHANGES AND REFUNDS
Damaged
goods must be reported to the CARRIER immediately.
Once they have been inspected and an insurance claim
has been filed, then they may be returned to Performance
Enterprises for repair or replacement. Unacceptable
materials may be returned for credit only if Performance
Enterprises is consulted and have pre-approved the
return. Apparatus must be returned prepaid within
15 days after receipt of the article and in the original
shipping carton. Always include a cover letter explaining
the reason for returning the material and give the
name of the person authorizing the return. Return
goods must always be insured for their full value.
SERVICE
If
any product should fail, call Performance Enterprises
for advice re: service or possible return for factory
service. If return is necessary, the board should
be packed securely, insured for full value, and returned
along with a cover letter explaining the malfunction
noted so that the technicians at Performance Enterprises
may quickly locate the cause of the malfunction and
repair it as quickly and effectively as possible.
Warranty
repairs will be returned to you freight prepaid;
however, an invoice will follow for freight charges
only. All labour and parts will be covered under
the conditions of the warranty. Non-warranty repairs
will be invoiced on the basis of the materials and
labour required to execute the necessary repairs,
plus freight charges.
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TROUBLE
SHOOTING
SYMPTOM
- Board
does not operate on a selected mode,
- Printer
does not work,
- Liquid
Crystal Display does not light,
- Control
Panel does not light.
PROBABLE
CAUSE
i)
Loose connection inside left cabinet.
REMEDY
- Turn
unit off and unplug.
- Open
left cabinet door and reattach loosened connector.
If
the above problem persists, then call (905) 472-9074
for more explicit
instructions.
SYMPTOM
One
of the light switches does not activate.
PROBABLE
CAUSE
i)
Wire has come off switch terminal.
REMEDY
Refasten
wire connector to exposed terminal (Figure 3) by
following instructions: A, B, C, D, E, I (next page).
If
loose connector was not the problem, there may be
a shorted light switch which can be replaced by following
instructions: F, G, H (next page).
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Locate
faulty switch by using test mode (see page 4)
- Turn
power off and unplug unit.
- Unbolt
and lift off of wall mount, onto floor or table,
(requires 2 to 3 people - see page 5).
- Disengage
gas spring from unit by unscrewing mounting nut
as in Figure 1, lifting main board (not cabinets)
up until spring is separated from its bracket,
and removing the bottom bracket.
- Unscrew
back panel and carefully remove so (Figure 1) as
to expose the wire harness and light switches (Figure
2).
- Disengage
4 wires from terminal of faulty switch (Figure
3). Push the switch through and out the front of
the unit.
- Push
in replacement switch from the front. Be sure to
line switch terminals up exactly the same way as
the other switches. Reattach wire connectors to
correct terminals.
- Replace
back of unit and gas spring. Reinstall unit
on
bracket as per mounting section.
SYMPTOM
Flash
unit does not light up.
PROBABLE
CAUSE
i)
Flash unit connector has come loose.
REMEDY
- Remove
back panel (as described on page 11).
- Reattach
connector.
- Replace
back panel.
SYMPTOM
Unit
develops rattle.
PROBABLE
CAUSE
i)
Horizontal and/or lateral adjustment bolts have come
loose.
REMEDY
- Locate
these (as per diagram below).
- Adjust
board in both directions so there is no play, by
holding in
place while re-tightening bolts.
SYMPTOM
Paper
does not come out of printer.
PROBABLE
CAUSE
i)
Scrap of paper is jammed in mechanism.
REMEDY
- Turn
power off and unplug.
- Remove
printer by:
- Opening
left cabinet door
- Remove
2 nuts and security bar holding unit in place.
- Removing
connector from top so that printer is now free.
- Remove
printer from its bracket.
- Look
into paper feeder and locate jammed paper. Carefully
remove it using tweezers or a similar tool.
- Replace
printer (fasten bar and nuts securely).
- Re-feed
paper (as per page 4).
