Photosonix Nova Pro 100 User Manual

Quick Start
Using this top of the line Light&Sound relaxation device is very easy. It really is. We
do however, strongly suggest the following preparation before you get to the “easy” part:
1. Do, get acquainted with Light&Sound relaxation and all it’s about. You can do this
via information on the internet thru our or other web sites, or via books available on the
subject.
2. Do, please take extra care to read about the warnings inside the front cover, the
warnings are there as important information, seriously aimed at informing and protect-
ing you and your loved ones.
To set up
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Step1. Choose a comfortable sitting area.
Step 2.Step 2.
Step 2.Step 2.
Step 2. Connect the glasses into the LIGHT jack and the headphones into the SOUND
jack.
To play a session
Step 1.Step 1.
Step 1.Step 1.
Step 1. Turn the Nova Pro 100 unit on: press the ON switch on the left side of the unit.
Step 2.Step 2.
Step 2.Step 2.
Step 2. Press the SELECT switch to cycle thru the session categories.
Stop at the category you want.
Step 3.Step 3.
Step 3.Step 3.
Step 3. Press the UP and DOWN switches to cycle thru the sessions in the selected
category. Stop at the session you want.
Step 4.Step 4.
Step 4.Step 4.
Step 4. Press PLAY.
The Nova Pro will start a 10 second countdown before starting to play the session.
Connect yourself to the Nova Pro 100 by putting the glasses and headphones on and
explore the light intensity level (with your eyes closed) and volume control level until you
find your personal comfort level (brighter and louder is not better).
Step 5.Step 5.
Step 5.Step 5.
Step 5. Close your eyes and get comfortable. Sit back and enjoy.
To pause or stop a session
To
pausepause
pausepause
pause a session, press PLAY. The right hand decimal point appears on the
display. The session will now
pausepause
pausepause
pause and play only the segment parameters that were
playing when you paused it. To continue a session after pausing, press PLAY again.
To
stopstop
stopstop
stop a session double click on PLAY.
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Photosonix Nova Pro 100 Specifications

General

Brand	Photosonix
Model	Nova Pro 100
Category	Personal Care Products
Language	English

Summary

Quick Start

To set up

Connect the device and find a comfortable area.

To play a session

Turn on, select category/session, press play.

To pause or stop a session

Use the PLAY button to pause or double-click to stop.

Please read this first, it's important

Warning

Read warnings regarding photosensitivity and health conditions.

Recharging the battery

Battery Life and Charging

System operates 3-6 hours; recharge takes 5 hours.

Warranty provisions

Warranty Duration and Service

One-year warranty; contact customer service for repairs.

Setting Ramps

Manual Ramp Control

Set ramp time, frequency, and pitch using manual mode.

General notes about the displays

LED Indicator Functions

Explains the meaning of various LEDs on the device.

Advanced functions

Overview of Advanced Features

Lists various advanced settings and options.

Features

Device Components

Diagram and labels for the Nova Pro 100 unit and accessories.

Real Time Control via COM port

Connect to a computer for real-time control and session downloading.

Microphone input

Connect a microphone for voiceover during sessions.

Audio Strobe

Sync light stimulation with music via an AudioStrobe decoder.

About "dl" (downloading) sessions

Session Downloading and Management

Download sessions via computer using Light/Sound Designer or Librarian.

Light Sound Designer™

Session Design Software

PC software for designing, saving, and downloading custom sessions.

About the sessions

Session Categories and Effects

Sessions grouped by objectives like relaxation, meditation, or energizing.

To play a session

Simple steps to start a session: turn on, plug in, select, play.

Session library guide

Relaxation Sessions

List of relaxation sessions with time, frequency, and tone.

Meditate Sessions

List of meditation sessions with time, frequency, and tone.

Sleep Sessions

List of sleep sessions with time, frequency, and tone.

Learning Sessions

List of learning sessions with time, frequency, and tone.

Energize Sessions

List of energize sessions with time, frequency, and tone.

Create/Visualize Sessions

List of creativity and visualization sessions.

Entertain/Fun Sessions

List of entertainment and fun sessions.

Special Applications Sessions

List of specialized application sessions.

About binaural beats

Binaural Beats Explained

How binaural beats create auditory perception of frequency differences.

About dual binaural beats

Dual binaural beats use four tones for richer sound and beat effects.

Frequency choices

Understanding Frequency Settings

Details on available frequency ranges and steps.

Phase choices

Phase Control Options

Explains phase controls for eyes and ears.

Tone choices

Available Sound Tones

Descriptions of different sound tones like pulsed, surf, chord, and binaural beats.

Pitch choices

Pitch Range and Settings

Details on the extended pitch range and selection.

Personal preference setting

Setting Custom Preferences

How to save personal settings and default sessions.

Session Choices, Relax

Relax Session 1: Relax Break

15 min, pulsed surf, 5-21 Hz; for refreshed awareness.

Relax Session 2: Relax and Back

46 min, dual binaural beats, 3-14 Hz; for light to medium relaxation.

Relax Session 3: Power Relaxation

15 min, dual binaural beats, 10-11 Hz; for physical relaxation.

Relax Session 4: Stress Killer

36 min, dual binaural beats/surf, 2-11 Hz; for relief from stress.

Relax Session 5: Gates of Calmness

27 min, mixed, 3.5-12 Hz; general purpose relaxation.

Adjusting session time

Session Duration Adjustment

Adjust session time from 1/2 to 2 times default.

Manual mode “oPc” (operator controlled session)

Manual Mode Operation

Control stimulation parameters manually in oPc mode.

Session Choices, Special

Session Choices, Meditate

Session Choices, Entertain/Fun

Session Choices, Sleep

Session Choices, Learn

Session Choices, Visualize/Create

Session Choices, Energize