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1. SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 1 COLLE Ry 2 S D O JUTIONS LUE ight LED Portable xZ Light Therapy The natural way to improve energy levels and enjoy that feel good factor instruction guide P SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 2 w wt ay 5 4 lt A AD l o gt J tr S ETTITA contents Introduction Safety Warnings Electrical Safety Product Contents Product Symbol Key Understanding BLUElight Product Keys LCD Display Getting Started When You Should use BLUElight SY oN a Cr Aa Aa A UA WV CO aK EMC Information n N Cleaning EN N Guarantee N Repairs amp Services Introduction Thank you for purchasing the new SAD Solutions BLUElight SAD Light The NEW BLUElight from SAD Solutions uses blue light technology to give you a quick safe and 100 effective light treatment Medical CE certified to treat SAD this product has been developed based on extensive published research on the efficacy of light therapy The BLUElight SAD Light is simple Straightforward and very easy to use all it takes is the press of a couple of buttons and your light therapy treatment can begin The BLUElight SAD Light from SAD Solutions features BLUE ie nt LED Portable Light Therapy long lasting eye safe LEDs full EU safety certification adjustable brightness clear LCD
2. 850MA Battery Performance Fully charged LED Run time 3hrs at full intensity Blue LEDs 60 x single peak wavelength 470 475 nm LED life Approx 30 000 hrs Light Output 350 400 LUX at full intensity At 100 intensity energy between 1 5 2 5 mW cmC 18 Display ELP Backlit LCD Plastic Material PC and ABS Plastic 11 P SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 12 cleaning Use a soft dry cleaning cloth only Do not use a damp cloth or any cleaning solution Take care not to scratch the lens guarantee The SAD Solutions BLUElight is guarantee for two years against original factory faults in material and workmanship If repairs are necessary as a result of accident or misuse this is not included in our quarantee Important This undertaking is in addition to consumer s statutory rights and does not affect those rights in any way repairs and services If the unit is damaged it must be returned to Internet Fusion Ltd Do not tamper with wires or attempt to open control unit as this will invalidate the guarantee ATLI s 14s qulllay AM te t S lt AS TTT TT Ade Internet Fusion Ltd Fusion Way Bolingbroke Road Louth LN11 OWA Tel 08445 090 444 www SADsolutions org 12 P
3. Use of Certain Hazadous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE recycling directives a European Representative SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 5 understanding SAD Solutions BLUElight user interface 60 Blue LEDs Adjust Up or Down Buttons Anti glare Reflector Diffuser product keys description key rower tustheuntonaniot O Used for Increasing LED intensity setting the time and setting timed treatment Used for Decreasing LED intensity setting the time and setting timed treatment product LCD display battery charge level HEE symbol description No bars indicates lt 20 level Product nn No bars flashing indicates battery is empty must be charged as product will Battery capacity charge indicator auto shut off 1 bar indicates 20 40 charged So 2 bars indicates 40 80 charged WwW pee TEN Ey neon 3 bars indicates 80 100 charged Low Battery Sun Symbol will always remain on The battery symbol will flash showing no bars indicating battery needs charging SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 6 getting started Charge Battery 1 Position your SAD Solutions BLUElight Correctly The charger comes with adapter plugs suitable for all countries Select correct plug Position plug in adapter at bottom of arrow indicators half way along adapter guides then slide towards push button and it will click and secure To
4. and mobile RF communications equipment and the SAD Solutions Bluelight The SAD Solutions Bluelight is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled The customer or the user of the SAD Solutions Bluelight can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment transmitters and the SAD Solutions Bluelight as recommended below according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment Rated maximum output power of transmitter W 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above the recommended separation distance d in meters m can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts W according to the transmitter manufacturer NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures objects and people technical specifications Model No 1708 SAD Solutions BLUElight Power Input 9v DC up to 1 1A via external Transformer Adaptor Batteries Rechargeable Li lon Polymer Capacity
5. the blue light can be at a far lower intensity than full spectrum light and therefore much kinder on the eyes SAD Solutions are a UK company that use only the very best manufacturing techniques the highest quality components and the best designers in their mission to produce the very best SAD treatment products at affordable realistic prices UI a ea ta E Some medications can react adversely to light emitting devices If in doubt consult your doctor Do not place the unit closer to your eyes than the recommended range which is 50cm 20 inches to 75cm 30 inches M Do not stare directly at the blue LED s The unit should be placed at an angle as indicated in the instructions SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 4 electrical safety T Always remove the cord from the unit after recharging by holding the jack plug Do not pull the cord mM Always hold the adapter when unplugging it from a socket Do not pull the cord You should not use the adapter if there are any signs of damage to the cord product contents symbol indicators on product SAD Solutions symbol description BLUElight Consult accompanying instructions for use plugs Full instructions RROJ DC Jack Polarity Tip pouch for adapter set s tip storage pouch REF mose number O European Declaration of Conformit product C i Compliant with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Restriction of the
6. display rechargeable battery adjustable timer clock anti glare soft light diffuser and a convenient SAD Solutions carry case The BLUElight is ideal for those on the go who may not have time to plug in their light work the night shift or travel frequently The improved long lasting Lithium lon battery technology means power for up to 5 to 7 treatment sessions Flexibility is key in the design of the BLUElight and It can also be used directly from Mains power The BLUElight uses the latest blue light technology and is a leap forward in the treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorders and other Circadian Rhythm related problems such as Jet Lag sleep disorders and problems brought about by shift working The BLUElight is one of the world s smallest Light Therapy products but there has been no compromise on treatment and effectiveness as it still boasts a full treatment time as quick as the most expensive conventional size light boxes The SAD Solutions bluLIGHT uses specially designed small LED lights rather than conventional large tubes to deliver a quick safe and effective Light Therapy treatment The BLUElight is extremely small yet just as effective as larger conventional Light Boxes It s small but powerful specification plus the carry case makes the BLUElight the ultimate in portable convenient and effective light therapy The reason why the SAD Solutions BLUElight has such a fast and effective treatment time is because it
7. es output lines Surge 1 kV differential 1 kV differential Mains power quality should be that IEC 61000 4 5 mode mode of a typical commercial or hospital 2 kV common mode 2 kV common mode environment Voltage dips short lt 5 Ur lt 5 Ut Mains power quality should be that interruptions and gt 95 dip in Ur gt 95 dip in Ut of a typical commercial or hospital voltage variations for 0 5 cycle for 0 5 cycle environment If the user of the SAD on power supply Solutions Bluelight requires input lines 40 UT 40 UT continued operation during power IEC 61000 4 11 60 dip in Ur 60 dip in Ur mains interruptions it is for 5 cycles for 5 cycles recommended that the SAD Solutions Bluelight be powered from 70 UT 70 Ur an uninterruptible power supply or a 30 dip in UT 30 dip in Ur battery for 25 cycles for 25 cycles lt 5 Ut lt 5 Ut gt 95 dip in Ur gt 95 dip in Ur for 5 sec for 5 sec Power frequency Power frequency magnetic fields 50 60 Hz should be at levels characteristic of a magnetic field typical location in a typical IEC 61000 4 8 commercial or hospital environment NOTE Ut is the a c mains voltage prior to application of the test level Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the SAD Solutions Bluelight including cables than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the freq
8. ess or button to required level of intensity There are 4 setting which are indicated on the LCD display Press light button to switch off LED s after you have ended your session Switch power button OFF and LCD display will disappear If you forget to turn power OFF it will Auto switch off Timed Session Press timer button and timer symbol will appear on LCD screen with default time of 10 mins underneath which will flash SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 7 To adjust required length of session press or button Up to 60 mins Blue LED s will automatically come on after 5 seconds If you want to re set session time again press light button so LED s go off Press timer button again and the or button to select required session length Session length time will count down on the LCD screen LED s will go off after your selected session length has ended Auto Memory The BLUElight will automatically remember time LED intensity and session length from your last session Re Set Button The re set button is located at the back of the unit Insert tip of ball point pen and press until you here click Unit will re set to factory settings when you should use SAD Solutions BLUElight If you are feeling generally rather down and lacking in energy particularly during the dark winter months you may benefit greatly from a daily session of around 30 minutes using SAD Solutions BLUElight at 50 in
9. n before they leave Here are some tips Travelling West Before you depart UK use SAD Solutions BLUElight for at least 30 minutes in the evening for 2 or 3 days preferably one or two hours later each evening This will help your body clock adjust to your destination time Travelling East Before you depart UK use SAD Solutions BLUElight for at least 30 minutes first thing in the morning for 2 or 3 days preferably one or two hours earlier each morning This will help your body clock adjust to your destination time zone emc information Guidance and manufacturer s declaration electromagnetic immunity The SAD Solutions Bluelight is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below The customer or the user of the SAD Solutions Bluelight should ensure that it is used in such an environment SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 9 Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic environment test level level guidance Electrostatic 6 kV contact 6 kV contact Floors should be wood concrete or discharge ESD 8 kV air 8 kV air ceramic tile If floors are covered IEC 61000 4 2 with synthetic material the relative humidity should be at least 30 E t Electrical fast 2 kV for power 2 kV for power Mains power quality should be that transient burst supply lines supply lines of a typical commercial or hospital IEC 61000 4 4 1 kV for input 1 kV for input environment output lin
10. p in the morning and feel slow and drowsy then try a 30 minute session of BLUElight when you wake up then you will feel refreshed and ready to start your day Shift Work If you have trouble staying awake particularly at the start of a night shift routine then use BLUElight for 30 minutes before you start work and repeat for another 15 minutes during the night if you start to feel drowsy This should help your body clock adjust to this new routine If possible avoid bright light when coming off a night shift and preferably wear sun glasses You may find this helps you go to sleep when you return home After coming off a night shift schedule the temptation is to fall asleep because your body clock is used to this routine Use BLUElight to keep you awake until evening and again this will help re set your body clock so you sleep at night rather than during the day Jet Lag Long distance air travel East or West across different time zones can play havoc with your body clock As a general tip try planning your arrival time at your destination in the morning rather than the evening Sleep on the plane if you are able Then try to keep awake for as long as possible after you reach your destination preferably in natural daylight and using your BLUElight can be a great help in keeping you awake until it gets dark Bad sufferers of jet lag can use SAD Solutions BLUElight to try to adjust their body clock to the new time at their destinatio
11. release plug push button and slide out Do not try to slide in plug in front of metal contacts The initial charge should be a minimum of 12 hours Subsequent re charging will take 5 6 hours Battery indicator on LCD screen will flash whilst charging and stop flashing indicating 3 bars when fully charged g You should sit in a comfortable chair in front of a table or desk g o rN Diagram 1 BLUElight should be positioned NOT CLOSER than 50cm 20 inches AND NOT FURTHER than 70cm 30 inches from your eyes Place BLUElight at an angle of around 45 to the left or right of your vision directly in front of you See diagram 1 Adjust stand so LED s are directed to your eye level The environment where you are using BLUElight should be a well lit room Natural daylight or electric lighting if it is dark You can carry on doing normal activities whilst using BLUElight ie Reading writing using a computer or watching TV Easy Operation 1 Z Press the round power button to turn on LCD display will indicate 12 00 To set the time press timer button using finger of one hand and hold down whilst at the same time press or button with finger of other hand to adjust time If you keep or button depressed display will move very quickly You will not need to set time again even if unit is switched off It will memorise the time set Manual Operation Press light button and Blue LED s will come on Pr
12. s amateur radio AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters an electromagnetic site survey should be considered If the measured field strength in the location in which the Daylight Lamp is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above the Medical Daylight should be observed to verify normal operation If abnormal performance is observed additional measures may be necessary such as reorienting or relocating the Daylight Lamp Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz field strengths should be less than v1 V m Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment guidance RF emissions Group 1 The SAD Solutions Bluelight uses RF energy only for it internal CISPR 11 function Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment RF emissions Class B CISPR 11 The SAD Solutions Bluelight is suitable for use in all Harmonic establishments including domestic establishments and those EMISSIONS Class A directly connected to the public low voltage power supply network IEC 61000 3 2 that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes Voltage fluctuations Complies flicker emissions IEC 61000 3 3 SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 11 emc information Recommended separation distances between portable
13. tensity This will help compensate for the lack of natural sunshine Light affects your circadian rhythm or body clock In simple terms this means the body wakes up and all functions are fully on during daylight hours During darkness the body slows down and all functions reduce until it goes into sleeping mode This is why you may find it easier to wake up and start your day in summer months when it is light Conversely in winter when it is dark you may feel less inclined to wake up With the stresses of modern day life your natural circadian rhythm and body clock can go out of SYNC It is possible to use SAD Solutions BLUElight to re set your body clock to suit your routine and lifestyle Below are some examples of how SAD Solutions BLUElight can be very effective It is recommended that you start using BLUElight at 50 intensity and gradually increase to your comfort level Waking Up and Sleeping If you fall asleep in front of the TV and when you go to bed have difficulty sleeping then use BLUElight for 30 mins while you are watching TV and you are less likely to go to sleep in your armchair and more likely to sleep when you go to bed If you find yourself going to bed early and then waking up too early in the morning then also use BLUElight to keep you awake longer in the evening You are then more likely to wake up later SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 8 If you find it difficult to wake u
14. uency of the transmitter Recommended separation distance 1 2VP 1 2VP 80MHz to 800MHz 2 3 VP 800MHz to 2 5 GHz Radiated RF 3 V m 3 V m IEC 61000 4 3 80 MHZ to 2 5 GHZ Conducted RF 3 Vrms d IEC 61000 4 6 150 kHz to 80 MHZ d d SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 10 emc information Guidance and manufacturer s declaration electromagnetic immunity The SAD Solutions Bluelight is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below The customer or the user of the SAD Solutions Bluelight should ensure that it is used in such an environment Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic environment test level level guidance where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts W according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in metres m Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters as determined by an electromagnetic site survey a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range b Interference may occur in the vicinity of Co equipment marked A with this symbol At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies These guidelines may not apply in all situations Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures objects and people Field strengths from fixed transmitters such as base stations for radio cellular cordless telephones and and mobile radio
15. uses special low intensity LED s that emit only BLUElight at a specific wavelength SAD Solutions IB 16 9 10 12 31 Page 3 The effectiveness of these blue LED is proven because published research revealed that receptors in our eyes convert the blue spectrum of light present in natural sunlight into chemicals that stimulate energy in the human body That is why people feel better when they are outside in sunshine especially in summer In winter there is less sunshine so the body receives far less blue light than in summer and indoor lighting does not contain this natural blue spectrum of light That is why people often suffer from lack of energy mood swings difficulty sleeping well and feel general more depressed in winter The blue LED s in SAD Solutions BLUElight emit only low intensity blue light at a specific wavelength known to be most effective in safety warnings iy a A AN es A be ee Do not use if you are suffering from epilepsy or any associate illness stimulating energy Conventional light boxes emit full spectrum 10 000 LUX designed to simulate natural sunlight Whilst these can be effective in treating Seasonal Affective Disorder they are very bright and sometimes uncomfortable on the eyes to sit in front of for the recommended treatment times The SAD Solutions BLUElight is not only more effective in a shorter time because it emits only the blue spectrum of light that provides energy

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