Specifications RK-F1

Full Auto Ref-Keratometer

REFRACTOMETRY Retroillumination Available; 2 images can be
Sphere (SPH) -30 to +22 D when VD=12mm stored in memory
(Increments: 0.12D and 0.25D) Memory 10 measurements for each eye
Cylinder (CYL) 0 to ±10 D Built-in printer Thermal line printer
(Increments: 0.12D and 0.25D) Data output RS232C
Axis (AX) 1˚ to 180˚ (Increments: 1˚) The instrument to be connected must
comply with the IEC601-1 standard.
Pupil distance (PD) 0 to 85 mm (Increments: 1mm)
Power-saving system Available
Vertex distance (VD) 0/12/13.5 mm
Power supply 110/120V, 220/240V, 230V
Cylinder form –, +, +/–
50/60Hz, 0.4 – 0.8A
Minimum pupil size ø 2.5mm
Dimensions (W x L x H) Approx. 280 x 520 x 470 mm
Weight Approx. 21kg
KERATOMETRY
Components
Radius of curvature 5.5 to 10 mm (Increments: 0.01mm)
Main unit 1
Corneal power 33.75 to 61.25 D when cornea
Power supply cable 1
equivalent refractive index is 1.3375
Keratometry model eye 1
(Increments: 0.05D, 0.12D, 0.25D)
(with contact lens holder)
Axis 1˚ to 180˚ (Increments: 1˚)
Printing paper 2 rolls
Corneal periphery Measurement area: 30˚ when radius
Chin rest paper 100 sheets
of curvature is 8mm
Blower brush 1
Dust cover 1
CORNEAL DIAMETER MEASUREMENT
Optional accessories
Corneal diameter 2.0 to 16.0 mm (Increments: 0.1mm)
Printing paper, chin rest paper, motorized table,
printer cable

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 Easier, more comfortable operation
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DIN EN ISO 9001

The RK-F1 replaces the conventional joystick with a trackball and roller
Certificate: 09 100 5789

tandem that eases hand movement during manual alignment. And, once Specifications are subject to change without notice.
the examinee's pupil is visible in the monitor, you just press the Start button
to initiate—and complete—measurements of refraction and keratometry.

 More efficient exam procedures

From the first part of the process to the last, the RK-F1 simply does things
better. Its measurement head covers an exceptionally wide area, thus
speeding up the auto-alignment process, and even the built-in printer
delivers your printout faster than ever. CANON MEDICAL SYSTEMS © 2009 Canon Canada Inc. All rights reserved.
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By simplifying operation, Canon's fully automated measurement technology L5T 1P7
takes on a greater share of the workload and increases the reliability of
measurement data. What's more, the unit's monitor employs a deep focal
point, which makes it easier for you to tell whether an examinee's
Please contact us at:
Telephone: (905) 795-1111
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
eyelashes are obstructing measurement. Medical_Systems@canada.canon.com
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B E Y O N D A U T O - A L I G N M E N T
 One Touch Does It
All—From Automatic
Reliable measurements User-friendly design
Alignment to Refraction and keratometry Retroillumination Ergonomic controls and more A great fit in any exam area
In terms of reliability and Through retroillumination, the RK-F1 brings you an The RK-F1 features a stylish, original body design
Precision Output. precision, the RK-F1's
performance is second to
extremely detailed view of the eye that's particularly
useful for identifying
that does more than just change the notion of
what optometric equipment
none. For refraction, its cataracts, vitreous opacity, can look like. Because its
dioptric measurement range scars, and other serious eye measurement head is the only
of -30D to +22D is among problems. Dust or scratches part that moves, examinees
the widest available, which on the examinee's contact are free to place their hands,
For over a decade, Canon has continually allows you to better examine strong myopia and other lens are also clearly visible eyeglasses, or belongings
set the standard for innovation in conditions. And for keratometry, the radius of curvature in this mode. The RK-F1 The operation panel of the next to the unit while their
1 S T A R T extends from 5.5mm to 10.0mm. As refraction and stores up to two images, RK-F1 offers an unmatched eyes are being checked—a
keratometry are measured in the same sequence, the which can be selected and level of operator comfort at nice benefit especially if exam
ophthalmic and optometric technology. And

final printout includes all the results together: SPH, CYL, displayed on the monitor every stage of the process. space is limited. Furthermore,
now, with the RK-F1 Full Auto Ref-

AX, central radius of the cornea, residual astigmatism, at a magnified size for First of all, manual alignment the power cord connects to the
Keratometer, we're ready to do it again.

and pupil distance. To further ensure the reliability of observation. can be done using your bottom of the unit, which
That's because the RK-F1 simplifies the
d
d your data, the RK-F1 also features a small minimum fingertips alone, thanks to the unique trackball and contributes to tidy installation.
standard measurement procedure to an
d pupil size requirement and an automatic fogging system roller configuration—a major improvement over
A U T O unprecedented degree—all operations in
with color picture target. conventional joystick operation. Also, the easy-to-press
RIGHT EYE

just one step. With a press of the Start

button, the RK-F1 automatically completes control keys are grouped together to simplify access to
the unit's various functions, which include vertex
distance switching, measurement mode switching, and
the entire series of steps for both eyes:

display of data stored in memory. The layout of the

alignment, measurement, and printout. This

operation panel allows comfortable use from either a

improved process promises not only to
Corneal periphery measurement
seated or standing position. In addition, the unit's body
c

reduce overall exam time, but—in

design gives you unrestricted access to the eye—an
combination with improved measurement 90˚
LEFT EYE

important feature when long eyelashes obstruct

135˚

technology—will raise the accuracy and

measurement or in other situations where the
30˚

reliability of eye exams as well. Easier to

examinee's eyelid needs to be lifted.
180˚
R center
3.3mm 12˚
8mm
use, more efficient, more precise: The 0˚

225˚
Diameter measurement
Diameter measurements of
Canon RK-F1 represents yet another

The peripheral keratometry mode provides accurate the cornea or pupil, or of a

breakthrough in optometric technology. 270˚

measurements for examining oblique astigmatism as contact lens being worn

well as for determining the best fit for a contact lens. The during the eye exam, are
Motorized chin rest
A motorized chin rest makes it easy to adjust the
RK-F1 can be used to make a series of measurements at easy to acquire with the
RK-F1 when beginning the eye exam. The chin rest
a 30˚ angle from the eye's center, along the attentive RK-F1. To ensure the accu-
can be moved up and down
meridians. Full auto-alignment technology streamlines racy of measurements, the
to match the examinee's
this procedure, as all the operator needs to do is press unit first deploys its intelligent auto-alignment feature to
height using a pair of keys
the Start button to confirm that the eye is properly fixated capture an optimum still image of the eye. Next, it
located on the unit's
on each measurement point. Readings for the corneal derives its data from the captured image. This process
operation panel.
astigmatism axis and corneal eccentricity (E) are overcomes the obstacles posed to obtaining precise
automatically included on the printout. measurements by eye movement.