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iPortal

the wheelchair display

interface for powered

wheelchairs

Installation Manual

GBK52991 iPortal Installation Manual Issue 2.03, November 2012

compatible with

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Page 1: ...iPortal the wheelchair display interface for powered wheelchairs Installation Manual GBK52991 iPortal Installation Manual Issue 2 03 November 2012 compatible with ...

Page 2: ...plicable iDevice s in this manual refers to iPhone and iPod touch In this manual a few symbols will help you identify the purpose of the paragraph that follows WARNING Warnings provide important information that must be followed in order to install configure and use the product safely and efficiently Not following the instructions given in a warning can potentially lead to equipment failure damage...

Page 3: ... Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Apple is under license Apple is not a participant in or sponsor of this promotion Made for iPod means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speciﬁcally to iPod and has been certiﬁed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards Made for iPhone means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speciﬁcally to iP...

Page 4: ...ICATION 21 4 PROGRAMMING 22 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 22 5 1 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION FAILS 22 5 1 1 Restart the iDevice s Bluetooth 22 5 1 2 Wait longer for Bluetooth to establish a connection 22 5 1 3 Clear the iPortal from the iDevice s Bluetooth list 22 5 1 4 Increase the sleep timeout of the chair 22 6 APPENDICES 23 6 1 INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY STATEMENT 23 6 2 SERVICE LIFE 23 6 3 MAINTENANCE 24 6 4 W...

Page 5: ... iPhone 3GS only seat adjustment indicator battery state indicator a log of wheelchair faults emergency call function The iPortal also features connection with DYNAMIC CONTROLS Shark DX or DX2 wheelchair control systems without reprogramming the wheelchair an adjustable mounting arm and cradle for iPhone or iPod touch that attaches to the wheelchair and conveniently positions the iPhone or iPod to...

Page 6: ... for the host control system 2 1 Electrical specifications Parameter Min Nom Max Units DK and DX BUS Battery voltage powered on non operating 12 40 V Battery voltage operating 17 24 34 V Battery voltage powered off 0 45 V Reverse supply voltage 40 V Quiescent current 35 100 mA Powered off current 0 25 0 5 mA Operating current 1000 mA iDevice USB charging connector Output voltage at connector 4 75 ...

Page 7: ...7 Specifications 2 2 Mechanical specifications DJ BTINT DJ GNKS IPH DJ GNKL IPH M4 ...

Page 8: ... 1 Mounting the arm and cradle The iPortal mounting arm and cradle can be mounted anywhere on the wheelchair However when choosing the location of the mounting arm and cradle the following should be taken into consideration ease of access by the wheelchair user the length of the charging cable mechanical interference with other equipment protrusion beyond the frame of the wheelchair crushing by th...

Page 9: ...ang down Secure any excess cable at or near the iPortal connection module in accordance with general wiring recommendations CAUTION When not in use protect the charging cable connector by putting it in the cable park The cable park prevents the ingress of dirt and moisture There are two packages available for the mounting arm and cradle long and short The long mounting arm and cradle package inclu...

Page 10: ...nly the charging cable supplied by DYNAMIC CONTROLS Do not substitute this cable with one that looks similar The characteristics of the supplied cable are essential to the correct operation of the iPortal The charging cable is available in only one length 950 mm 37 4 inches Remove the cradle from the mounting arm o Loosen and release the nut from the cradle o Pull hard to release the cradle from t...

Page 11: ... 15 Nm Do not omit the washers The mounting arm may become loose if these instructions are not followed 3 1 2 Mounting the module The iPortal module can be mounted anywhere on the wheelchair using two M4 bolts and lock nuts to secure the module to the frame of the chair However the following should be taken into consideration ease of access by the wheelchair user the length of the charging cable t...

Page 12: ...e for the user to insert a USB plug into the auxiliary USB connector on the module CAUTION Mount the module only with the Apple USB connector DK and DX BUS connectors facing down or towards the rear of the chair It is important for the routing of cables and protection from the ingress of dust and moisture that the module is only mounted as shown above ...

Page 13: ...p 1 Assemble the USB cover see diagram below around the USB end of the charging cable Step 2 Insert the charging cable into the Apple USB connector of the iPortal module Step 3 Attach the USB cover to the iPortal module using the two screws provided Assembling the USB Cover 3 1 3 2 Connect the BUS cable The iPortal module connects with either the Shark or the DX BUS Do not connect the module to bo...

Page 14: ...Connecting with the Shark system when there is an Attendant Control Unit ACU If an Attendant Control Unit ACU is in the system use two Y cables GSM80951 as shown in the diagram below Connecting with the Shark system using a Y cable at the remote If there is no ACU and if it is more convenient for cable routing a Y cable GSM80951 may be used from the Shark remote as shown in the diagram below Y Cab...

Page 15: ...DK BUS extensions and cables are available in a range of lengths See the DYNAMIC CONTROLS product catalogue for more information Always use the shortest cable that can be routed without it being stretched or pinched Y Cable ...

Page 16: ...ely use an available connector on a DX splitter box DX SKT X4 and a short DX cable such as the GSM63005 Some DX compatible modules have only one DX BUS socket for example the DX2 REM42x Remote If this is the case use a Y cable GCB65231 to connect to the iPortal NOTE DX BUS extensions and cables are available in a range of lengths See the DYNAMIC CONTROLS product catalogue for more information Alwa...

Page 17: ...l and Bluetooth connection status from the icons on the top right of the iDevice s screen visible at all times NOTE The charging cable does not carry data The iDevice connects to the iPortal module using a Bluetooth wireless connection You must first pair the iPortal with the iDevice For instructions on pairing please refer to the next section NOTE The word iDevice refers to the iPhone iPhone3G iP...

Page 18: ...e iPortal it will remain paired during normal operation To pair the devices follow the three steps below The numbers in square brackets refer to the images below Step 1 Turn the iDevice s Bluetooth On The iDevice will start searching for nearby devices NOTE To switch the iDevice s Bluetooth on start from the iDevice s Home screen and select Settings 1 General 2 Bluetooth 3 Switch Bluetooth On 4 St...

Page 19: ...he section above NOTE Allow approximately 60 seconds for the iPortal to find the new device Step 3 On the un paired device reset Airplane mode to OFF REFERENCE For more details of how to manage Bluetooth on an iDevice refer to the online help available at www apple com support After the iDevice and the iPortal have successfully paired the connection is listed on the Bluetooth menu 7 Note that some...

Page 20: ...20 Installation To clear the iPortal from the iDevice Bluetooth list From the iDevice Home screen choose Settings General Bluetooth Forget this Device and tap Forget Device ...

Page 21: ...ponding One short flash every 5 seconds Device present Dashboard not running or responding Off Bluetooth off or power off 3 1 5 2 iPortal connection module flash codes green LED The status of the iPortal system is indicated by a green LED on the iPortal connection module Pattern Status Steady green light The iPortal is operating normally Flashing green light An internal error has occurred contact ...

Page 22: ...ome screen select Settings General Bluetooth Step 2 Set Bluetooth to Off Step 3 Set Bluetooth to On Step 4 Turn the wheelchair s power off and then on Step 5 On the iDevice when asked for a PIN enter 7654 and then tap Connect 5 1 2 Wait longer for Bluetooth to establish a connection After Step 4 above allow up to 60 seconds for the PIN prompt to display 5 1 3 Clear the iPortal from the iDevice s B...

Page 23: ... output display from the Shark System or DX System classified as an accessory of a Class II medical device Powered Wheelchair as detailed in 21 CFR 890 3860 Accordingly the iPortal is itself categorized as a wheelchair accessory as detailed in 21 CFR 890 3910 Class I 510 k exempt Compliance and Conformance with Standards In accordance with the regulatory classification the iPortal is designed to c...

Page 24: ... at all times If any component is damaged in any way or if internal damage may have occurred for example by being dropped have it checked by qualified personnel before operating 6 4 Warranty All equipment supplied by Dynamic Controls is warranted by the company to be free from faulty workmanship or materials If any defect is found within the warranty period the company will at its sole discretion ...

Page 25: ...o Frequency Interference RFI caused by the iPhone does not change the behaviour of the wheelchair control systems in any way In the very unlikely case that the iPhone or another mobile communications device would cause the wheelchair to behave erratically turn off the control system When you turn off the control system the chair will halt 5 It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure th...

Page 26: ...ll not at any time rely on any information presented on your Apple Product as the basis for health care medical or other decisions that may result in injury or other ill effects You agree to take sole responsibility for your health care decisions including contacting a physician or other health care professional regarding all medical conditions tests diagnoses and treatment options and agree that ...

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