Training Documentation
The purpose of this page is to allow those who have attending the KOM on-site training to have ready access to the latest revisions and updates to the manual. Please note a very significant update to both the Glasses Reader and also the Glasses Inventory programs to allow them to install and run in all versions of windows since Windows 2000.
Production Program information:
Vista, Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and 11 Program Announcement:
Glasses Reader has been updated to version 4.0-2 (later patched to 4.7-5) and Glasses Inventory has been updated to version 7.0-1 (later patched to 7.6-6). These revisions allow the programs to run under Windows 2000, XP, VISTA-32, VISTA-64, Windows 7-32 and 64 bit, Windows 8-32 and 64 bit, Windows 8.1-32 and 64 bit and Windows 10 or 11 on 32 and 64 bit PCs. These programs have been tested extensively and no problems have been discovered with these new updates. With Windows 8 you should download and install a START button which is otherwise missing. This will allow you to use the programs to their fullest. You will be able to load these new versions from the below link within the red square brackets [ ]. There are numerous functional differences between these new version and version 6.4-4 of Glasses Inventory and 3.2-5 of Glasses Reader. One difference is the new location of the program files as shown in the document at this link. A second difference is that it now captures into a file all previous autorefractor measurements along with patient number, age, and date/time of the measurement. This will allow you to reload a previous reading and search for further choices of glasses. Click this link to see some of the differences. The last difference is that the program finds more valid matches.
Version 7.2-2 of Glasses Inventory and 4.3-1 of Glasses Reader add support for operation of the program in a wireless network. Recently these programs were used in a mass Mexico clinic. The below network diagram depicts that clinic. Kendall Optometry Ministry provided the wireless equipment.
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Click this link to go to other documentation which aren't part of the training manual including:
Vista, Windows 7, 8, 10 & 11 Production Program Updates:
Both Glasses Inventory and Glasses Reader programs have been modified to install and run properly under Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows VISTA-32bit, Windows VISTA-64bit, Windows 7 32 and 64 bit, Windows 8 32 and 64bit, plus Windows 10&11 in 32 and 64 bit. If you plan to run the programs under Windows 8 it is easier to run them if you download and install Windows Classic Shell from this link to create a START button which can be made to look like Windows XP or the Windows 7 START button. Here is a link to a description of this new start button.
Windows 10 & 11 (and perhaps Windows 8) unique problem.
Windows 10 introduces a "feature" called Virtual Store. This "feature" causes grief for both Glasses Reader and Glasses Inventory in that when you make your initial options settings and wish to change them later the change will not happen as far as the program is concerned. To disable Virtual Store copy the lines below between the "=============" lines into note pad and save the file as a .REG file (not a .TXT (text) file).
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Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System]
"EnableVirtualization"=dword:00000000
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Now double click the file and allow it to run. Virtual Store will be disabled.
Glasses Inventory Program:
BE SURE to remove any version 7.x.x of Glasses Inventory before installing this new program.
NOTES: 1) The Version 7.1-1 update increased the number of valid matches found by this program. It is worth the
update. Click this link to see detailed information about this update.
2) Version 7.1-2 fixes a bug in the Network Journal option.
3) Version 7.1-3 add the new MAX button which will provide glasses in some cases where in the past none
would be listed. This is especially helpful for those with VERY poor vision.
4) Versions 7.1-5 & 7.1-6 fix several bugs and adds new features. Click this link to see the list. Click this
link to see the changes for version 7.2-2.
5) Version 7.4-3 adds practice play and an optometrist analysis of every prescription.
6) Version 7.5-7 allows you to make a close match to the dominant eye plus provides Windows 10 support.
For an install of the Glasses Inventory Program version 7.0-1 click this link and follow these steps.
1. You will get a popup window with options of RUN and SAVE. Click RUN and the program will be downloaded to a temporary location.
2. You will then get a "Security Warning". Click RUN to continue.
3. Now click OK to begin the program installation.
This is a 11MB file so it might take a while to download it. Before installing this program be sure that you remove the previous version of the Glasses Inventory Program. Save your inventory file before removing this program.
You must now update your program to the latest version 7.6-1 beyond verion 7.0-1 above.
Click this link to download patch version 7.6-6 for 32 bit Windows.
Click this link to download patch version 7.6-6 for 64 bit Windows.
Version 7.5-15 adds the ability to list/remove readers from your inventory and also prevents the execution of 2 copies of the program.
Install this patch before you first start the program. Check system properties to tell whether you have a 32 or 64 bit version of windows.
Click this link to see a list of the changes made in version 7.4-3 update of the program.
Click this link to see a list of the additional changes made in versions 7.5-2 and 7.5-3 updates of the program.
Click this link to download update pages to the October 20th, 2012 usage guide for both Glasses Inventory and Glasses Reader.
Click this link to download a practice autorefractor readings file which you should unzip and place in the <My documents>\Glasses_Inventory folder. You can then use this file to practice finding glasses in your inventory. It operates just like having an autorefractor to feed it prescriptions.
Topcon RK-3000 Autorefractor.
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If you want to order a training video of the Retinomax autorefractor, you should send an E-Mail by clicking this link. This sends a message to hollandkendall@kendalloptoministry.org. The DVD cost is $10 including shipping costs.
Glasses Reader Program:
BE SURE to remove any version 3.x.x of Glasses Reader before installing this new program.
NOTES: 1) The version 4.0-4 update fixes a problem where the program crashes if the barcode read is corrupt.
2) Version 4.1-0 updates the program to support the Reichert AL500 lensmeter.
3) Version 4.2-2 Updates the program to support OCR data entry using an IRISPen scanner.
4) Version 4.2-3 Adds more clarification to the use of the Update Inventory feature.
5) Version 4.2-5 Allows the retention of the lensmeter operators initials upon program exit.
6) Version 4.2-6 prevents the accidental printing of an all zeros label and a duplicate printing of the same label for 2 different pairs.
Click this link to download update information about version 4.2-6.
7) Version 4.2-7 addresses 2 problems. One fix prevents the operator from printing an all zeroes label. The second fix prevents
the printing of a duplicate label unless the operator indicates this is required (due to a printer jam).
8) Version 4.2-8 adds support for the Tomey TL-2000 Lensmeter.
9) Version 4.3-1 adds support for operation with Glasses Inventory 7.2-2 in a wireless network.
10) Version 4.4-3 adds new checks on lensmeter operation and also inventory control.
11) Version 4.4-6 adds further lensmeter operation checks and also allows you to restrict the segment of your glasses inventory you will use.
12) Version 4.6-1 adds support for more lensmeters and provides support for Windows 10.
13) Version 4.6-10 adds the ability to print pairs of vacancy number labels using the DYMO printer included with the kit.
14) Version 4.7-5 adds the ability to switch back and forth between Spanish and English.
For an install of the Glasses Reader Program version 4.0-2 click this link and follow these steps.
1. You will get a popup window with options of RUN and SAVE. Click RUN and the program will be downloaded to a temporary location.
2. You will then get a "Security Warning". Click RUN to continue.
3. Now click OK to begin the program installation.
This is a 8MB file so it might take a while to download it. Before installing this program be sure that you remove the previous version of the Glasses Reader Program. Save your inventory file before removing this program.
You must now update your program to the latest version 4.7-5 beyond verion 4.0-2 above.
Click this link to download patch version 4.7-5 for 32 bit Windows.
Click this link to download patch version 4.7-5 for 64 bit Windows.
Version 4.6-13 adds the ability to list and/or remove readers from your inventory plus it has a check which prevents the execution of 2 copies of the program. version 4.6-14 adds support for the Huvitz 3100P lensmeter.
Click this link to a document to set it up.
Check system properties to tell whether you have a 32 or 64 bit version of windows.
Click this link to download a one page description of update 4.2-7.
Click this link to view a description of update 4.4-3.
Click this link to download update pages to the October 20th, 2012 usage guide for both Glasses Inventory and Glasses Reader.
One thing to note about these programs is the new locations for the inventory files:
<your document space>/Glasses_data is the location for the Glasses Reader files and
<your document Space>/Glasses_inventory is the location for the Glasses Inventory files.
Extensive testing has been performed on these programs but be sure to report any problems you discover by sending a mail message to this address by click here.
If you want to order a training video of the use of the Reichert AL200 lensmeter, you should send an E-Mail by clicking this link. This sends a message to hollandkendall@kendalloptoministry.org. The DVD cost is $10 including shipping costs.
Label Printing Spreadsheet (Tested and found to run under Office XP, 2003. 2007, 2010, 2013, and 2019)
Avery 8167 labels (80 per sheet) are used to print labels for the eyeglasses bags, the temples of the eyeglasses and the openings in the boxes where the glasses reside. Avery 8163 labels (10 per sheet) are used to print labels for the each end of the trays of glasses (80 per tray) and also the ends of the big boxes. Click this LINK to download the spreadsheet that you can use to automate the printing of these labels. Usage instructions are included in the spreadsheet. Save this spreadsheet to your local computer hard drive and execute it from there. Do NOT execute it off the website as it will not work properly. Keep in mind that in your copy of Excel, you must have Macros enabled. I set Macro Security to Medium by doing:
Tools | Options | Security (tab) | Macro Security (button) | Medium (Radio button)
followed by OK twice. This means that each time I start the spreadsheet it prompts me to enable macros
Click this link to download and run a training VIDEO on how to setup and use this spreadsheet. This video uses Shockwave Flash so you may have to install that package at http://www.adobe.com.
INTERNET TRAINING VIDEO:
These are the training video links for the internet class held March 16, 2012. This class lasted about 3.5 hours. Each link shows 1/4th of the class.
===================================== May 21st, 2013 Internet Training ==================================
The following are the training video links for the internet class held May 21st, 2013.
All of these videos are on YouTube. Below is the list. A more up to date list can be found on the
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(What you do before your trip)
2. CDs training and Install: -------------------------------------------------------
6. 4 Methods of inputting data to Glasses Reader: ---------------------
d. Lensmeter Data Entry: -----------------------------------------------------
7. The mechanics of building inventory: -----------------------------------
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(Measuring a single patient)
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5. Contents of the Autorefractor and
10. Using Eyeglasses Inventory Program: ------------------------------------------
entry and retrieval of prescriptions. (Version 7.5-13 and above)
c. Practice play and the use of the Wizard: Click-To-View (See Updated version below)
e. Sample inventory file and loading your
g. Automatic Refresh feature. Click-To-View Version 7.5-14 and above.
11. Operation of Lens Rack & Confirmation
Updates for Glasses Inventory Version 7.5-3 and above.
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Other Training Videos:
Hands on Training 11/19/2016
This is a nearly 6 hour video of the hands on training that we had in Louisville, Kentucky on November 19th, 2016. It is a YouTube Video.
Click this link to see the video.
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Measuring Children Without Dilation.
To get an accurate reading with the Retinomax 2 or 3 autorefractor (and any autorefractor for that matter) you must dilate. We recommend that you dilate 100% of those below 20. Between 20 and 30 dilate 100% if not rushed; otherwise, check twice and if a significant reading difference, then dilate. Rarely must you dilate those over 30. Wait 15 minutes for dilation to work. Flash penlight in eyes and wait longer if you get a reaction. Remember to test children (before dilation) with clear glass glasses as they might try to trick you to get glasses.
If for some reason you cannot dilate then click the below link (Same as above YouTube video) and follow the procedure documented in this video:
Retinomax 2 Autorefractor:
Click here to download a training video of the Retinomax 2 autorefractor. This is the same as the DVD without the initial menu. It is also does not have the high clarity as the DVD but it is still very clear and usable. This video will play on your windows media player. Keep in mind that this file is 69MB so it will take several minutes to download on a high speed internet connection.
Click here to download an index and timing information for this video. You will need this in order to use Windows Media Player to go directly to a particular location in the video.
Click here to download a self-extracting EXE which when executed will create in the root of your C drive a directory called "Retinomax_2_Operation". If you drag the contents of this directory to a CD, when you insert the CD, the training video will automatically play.
If you want to order a DVD of the training video of the autorefractor, you should send an E-Mail by clicking this link. This sends a message to hollandkendall@kendalloptoministry.org. The DVD cost is $10 including shipping costs.
Here is a link to a Retinomax 2 Usage Manual which is very much oriented toward a kit which was produced for Baptist Medical Dental Mission Internation ( http://www.bmdmi.org)
Reichert AL200 Lensmeter Training Video:
Click here to download an index and timing information for this video. You will need this in order to use Windows Media Player to go directly to a particular location in the video.
Click here to download a training video of the Reichert AL200 Lensmeter. This is the same as the DVD without the initial menu. It is also does not have the high clarity as the DVD but it is still very clear and usable. This video will play on your windows media player. Keep in mind that this file is 363MB so it will take several minutes to download on a high speed internet connection.
If you want to order a DVD of the training video of the LensChek, you should send an E-Mail by clicking this link. This sends a message to hollandkendall@kendalloptoministry.org. The DVD cost is $10 including shipping costs.
Reichert LensChek Lensmeter Training Video:
Click here to download an index and timing information for this video. You will need this in order to use Windows Media Player to go directly to a particular location in the video.
Click here to download a training video of the Reichert LensChek Lensmeter. This is the same as the DVD without the initial menu. It is also does not have the high clarity as the DVD but it is still very clear and usable. This video will play on your windows media player. Keep in mind that this file is 310MB so it will take several minutes to download on a high speed internet connection.
If you want to order a DVD of the training video of the LensChek, you should send an E-Mail by clicking this link. This sends a message to hollandkendall@kendalloptoministry.org. The DVD cost is $10 including shipping costs.
Copy of training Manual:
To determine if your copy of a portion of a manual needs an update, check the date of your manual section and compare to the below.
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 Reading eye charts are available in: (click a selection)
Other eye charts are available upon request.
 Health Charts:
 Retinomax 2 Patient Information
Reichert LensChek Information:
Click one of the items under "Document Name" below to download the document. The below 3 documents are in support of the Reichert LensChek Lensmeter.
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New 7.1-x Dropdown option.
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New option window. <===== Click to return to text.
Version 7.1-5 and V7.1-6 Update list for Glasses Inventory Program:
Bug Fixes:
- Set ADD did not always work. (V7.1-5)
- Printer may not work under MAX or high closeness of match. (V7.1-5)
- Low minus sphere may not be found and MAX may not help. (V7.1-5)
- Autorefractor readings file corruption fixed. (V7.1-5)
- MAX setting now shows on printout. (V7.1-5)
- When closeness of fit number is > 10 it will appear on the printout. (V7.1-6)
Others fixed or functions added:
-Allow printer selection and save like Glasses Reader. This means something
other than the default printer can now be used. (V7.1-5)
- When you save deleted-rejected do a rename of current file and not a delete. (V7.1-5)
- Roses rule for NO over cylinder now allows .25 (V7.1-5)
- Optionally .50 cylinder is allowed under the Prescription Modification Wizard. (V7.1-5)
Version 7.2-2 Update List:
- Add full support for operation in a wireless network including AutorefractorReadings &
the JournalFile.txt files being added to the network share.
Version 7.4-3 Upgrade list:
Version 7.5-5 Update List:
- Fixed bug causing a runtime error loading several different forms.
Version 7.5-6 Update List:
- Extablish a maximum number of autorefractor readings and inventory entries.
- Above maximum entries drive various different reports.
- Write prescription record in the diagnostic file when diagnostics file enabled.
Version 7.5-7 Update List:
- Added feature allowing a close match for the dominate eye for the wizard.
Version 7.5-8 Update List:
- Prevent an error when you hide the autorefractor form.
Version 7.5-9 Update List:
- When the person count is zero set the number of used glasses to zero also.
Version 7.5-10 Update List:
- Provide support for the Marco Nidek HandyRef autorefractor.
Version 4.4-3 of Glasses Reader Upgrade list:
Version 4.5-7 Update list:
- For the VX40 don't print blank incoming readings or reading exactly like the last readings.
Version 4.5-8 Update list:
- Add option to adding Spherical Equivalent to the labels printed.
Version 4.5-9 Update list:
- Continue to enhance spherical equipvalent function on labels printed.
Version 4.5-10 Update list:
- Add full support for the VisionX VX40 lensmeter.
Version 4.6-3 Update list:
- Further changes and enhancements to VX40 code to record possible errors in the instrument.
- Also changes made to accommodate VX40 code version 2.3.1610.1901.
Version 4.6-4 Update list:
- Further changes in VX40 code.
Version 4.6-5 Update list:
- Check for too low add.
- Code added for the Reichert LensChek Plus lensmeter.
Version 4.6-6 Update list:
- Further VX40 changes.
- Flag all VX40 low add messages.
Version 4.6-7 Update list:
- Check for fake progressive glasses given by the VX40 and record to the diagnostic file.
Version 4.6-8 Update list:
- Flag for out or belivable range values of prescription.
- Add operators initials for diagnostic file.
Version 4.6-9 Update list:
- Flag missing left or right reading and send to diagnostic file.
- Flag measuring clear glasses.
Version 4.6-10 Update list:
- Add vacancy number label pairs printing to DYMO printer.
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