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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table des matières Introduction Box content SmartVision2 Overview Getting started Controle modes Accessibility Homescreen Applications Notification shade Book reader Calculator Calendar Camera Chrome Clock Colors detection Contacts Gmail FM Radio Kapten Light detection Magnifier Messaging Note Phone Photos Play Musique...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    SmartVision2 User Guide Introduction Read before first use Please read these instructions carefully for a safer and better use of your SmartVision2. · Descriptions given in this document are based on the default settings of your device. · Depending on your location, network operator or device software characteristics, some contents may differ from your device.
  • Page 4: Box Content

    The appearance and characteristics of the product and accessories are subject to change without notice. Use only approved accessories KAPSYS. The use of unauthorized accessories may result in performance issues, malfunctions and will not be covered by KAPSYS warranty. End of chapter...
  • Page 5: Smartvision2 Overview

    The detailed description of the key functions is available in the "Keyboard mode" section of the chapter "Control modes". Upper side The On/Off button is located on the right of the upper side of the SmartVision2. Right side On the right side of the SmartVision2, the first button is the voice command button.
  • Page 6 · The place for the neck strap (provided in the box) · The USB connector to plug the C type USB cable and to charge the SmartVision2 (provided in the box). Rear face At the top of the rear face is the 8-mega pixel camera and two LEDs located each side of the camera.
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    KAPSYS warranty. Turn your phone on/ off To turn your SmartVision2 on, press and hold the On/Off button located on the top edge. When SmartVison2 vibrates, release the button. If it does not turn on, please check if the battery has been properly installed. If necessary, repeat the battery installation procedure.
  • Page 8 Good to know: by default, after one minute of inactivity the product automatically goes to standby mode to save battery power. Quick settings at launch When you first start your SmartVision2, a series of screens let you set up your smartphone quickly. Step 1: Language selection Use the navigation arrows to select your language and press the "OK"...
  • Page 9: Controle Modes

    Keyboard mode The keyboard mode is the main control mode of SmartVision2. It allows you to navigate through the phone and launch apps using short and long press on the keyboard. To familiarize yourself with the keys positioning, please refer to the chapter “SmartVision2...
  • Page 10 Short press Home key Write text When SmartVision2 announces "Edit box", it means that it is in an input field and you can enter a text. The alphanumeric keypad (key 1 to #) is used to enter a text or characters depending on the edit box.
  • Page 11 Short press Volume + Move cursor to the left Short press Volume - Good to know: SmartVision2 supports additional keyboard shortcuts with the "star" key. These shortcuts are described in the chapter "Accessibility". Menu The menu allows you to display additional options related to the application or the displayed page.
  • Page 12 These shortcuts are described in the "Accessibility" chapter. Touchscreen mode The touchscreen mode is the secondary control mode of the SmartVision2. It allows you to navigate through the various menus with your fingertips. Kapsys accessibility service, which is automatically activated with the SmartVision2, modifies the touchscreen behavior to better adjust it to the needs of visually impaired people.
  • Page 13: Voice Recognition Mode

    Voice Recognition mode The voice recognition is the last control mode of the SmartVision2. It allows you to dictate text in an input zone, to perform internet search or to launch specific functions. SmartVision2 uses Google voice recognition, an internet connection is therefore required to use this service.
  • Page 14 SmartVision2, wait for the beep and dictate your text. Once finished, your text will automatically be incorporated in the input text zone. End of chapter 14 / 86...
  • Page 15: Accessibility

    SmartVision2 User Guide Accessibility Settings SmartVision2 has many accessibility settings that are enabled by default on the product, such as the modifications of voice speed, characters font size or keypad shortcuts. To change accessibility settings, first select “Settings” then “Accessibility”.
  • Page 16 Volume up and Volume down buttons. Accessibility Service select “Settings” then “Accessibility” To modify parameters of Kapsys then “Kapsys Accessibility Service” and press the Android “Menu” key. The following list gives different parameters of Kapsys Accessibility Service: · Screen reader: enables or disables text-to-speech output.
  • Page 17 Accessibility context menus As you navigate using SmartVision2, two context menus are available to help you find settings and controls. The global context menu contains commands that work anywhere, and the local context menu varies depending on the focused item.
  • Page 18 Sometimes applications are missing labels on images. You can use Kapsys Accessibility Service to create your own labels for images, to make it easier to identify them in the future. You can manage the custom labels from the “Manage custom label”...
  • Page 19 Decrease the volume of text-to-speech output · Activate / Deactivate MagniText mode · Activate / Deactivate “Magnification gesture” mode · Kapsys Accessibility Global Menu · Kapsys Accessibility Local menu · Toggle audio output between receiver and loud speaker · Enable / disable vocalization ·...
  • Page 20 By default, some shortcuts are already predefined on SmartVision2. These shortcuts are organized into two categories: · Accessibility related shortcuts associated with the "hash" key, · Editing related shortcuts associated with the "star" key. These shortcuts can be modified through "Keypad Shortcuts" item in Kapsys Accessibility Service.
  • Page 21 End of chapter 21 / 86...
  • Page 22: Homescreen

    SmartVision2 User Guide Home Screen The Home screen is the main screen of SmartVision2. This screen works as a start menu from which you can activate the various functions and applications of your smartphone. To return to the Home screen at any time, press the "Home" button of your SmartVision2.
  • Page 23 move to the top, move to the bottom. Good to know: if an application is placed on the Home screen for quick access, a yellow star will appear on the top left of the application icon. End of chapter 23 / 86...
  • Page 24: Applications

    SmartVision2 User Guide Applications All applications installed on your SmartVision2 are available from the Home screen via the "Applications" icon. Applications are presented as a list in alphabetical order. To open an application Select from the list the application you want to open and press the "OK" button.
  • Page 25: Notification Shade

    Quick settings To access SmartVision2 "Quick Settings" screen, select the first item from the notification panel, which provides information about the phone status (time, date, Wi-Fi reception level, battery level) and press the "OK" button.
  • Page 26 • Audio profile: allows you to adjust the audio profile of the SmartVision2 (general, silent mode, meeting, outdoor) End of chapter 26 / 86...
  • Page 27: Book Reader

    SmartVision2 User Guide Accessibility Settings SmartVision2 has many accessibility settings that are enabled by default on the product, such as the modifications of voice speed, characters font size or keypad shortcuts. To change accessibility settings, first select “Settings” then “Accessibility”.
  • Page 28 Volume up and Volume down buttons. Accessibility Service select “Settings” then “Accessibility” To modify parameters of Kapsys then “Kapsys Accessibility Service” and press the Android “Menu” key. The following list gives different parameters of Kapsys Accessibility Service: · Screen reader: enables or disables text-to-speech output.
  • Page 29 Accessibility context menus As you navigate using SmartVision2, two context menus are available to help you find settings and controls. The global context menu contains commands that work anywhere, and the local context menu varies depending on the focused item.
  • Page 30 Sometimes applications are missing labels on images. You can use Kapsys Accessibility Service to create your own labels for images, to make it easier to identify them in the future. You can manage the custom labels from the “Manage custom label”...
  • Page 31 Decrease the volume of text-to-speech output · Activate / Deactivate MagniText mode · Activate / Deactivate “Magnification gesture” mode · Kapsys Accessibility Global Menu · Kapsys Accessibility Local menu · Toggle audio output between receiver and loud speaker · Enable / disable vocalization ·...
  • Page 32 By default, some shortcuts are already predefined on SmartVision2. These shortcuts are organized into two categories: · Accessibility related shortcuts associated with the "hash" key, · Editing related shortcuts associated with the "star" key. These shortcuts can be modified through "Keypad Shortcuts" item in Kapsys Accessibility Service.
  • Page 33 End of chapter 33 / 86...
  • Page 34: Calculator

    SmartVision2 User Guide Calculator This application performs basic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Perform basic calculations When using the “Calculator” application, keypad buttons have the following functions: · 0 to 9 keys allow entering digits. · « * » key allows to select the operation (multiply, divide, plus, minus, comma and point) ·...
  • Page 35: Calendar

    SmartVision2 User Guide Calendar The Calendar application is a standard Google application that allows you to create events and associate reminders. Please refer to the Google user manual below to learn how this application works. Link to Google Calendar End of chapter...
  • Page 36: Camera

    SmartVision2 User Guide Camera This application allows you to take pictures or videos using SmartVision2 rear and back built-in cameras. Take a photo Select « Shutter » button located on lower part of the screen and press « OK » key. When the capture is done a sound that characterizes the shutter of the camera is generated.
  • Page 37: Chrome

    SmartVision2 User Guide Chrome The Chrome application is a standard Google application allowing you to surf the internet. Please refer to the Google user manual below to find out how it works. Chrome Google link. End of chapter 37 / 86...
  • Page 38: Clock

    SmartVision2 User Guide Clock The Clock application is a standard Google application that allows you to create alarms and check the time. This application also includes a timer and a chronometer. Please refer to the Google user manual below to learn how it works.
  • Page 39: Colors Detection

    Select from the main page of the application « Announce colors » item then position the SmartVision2 about 5 centimeters away from the target and press « OK » key. The detected color is then spoken and the result is repeated periodically.
  • Page 40: Contacts

    SmartVision2 User Guide Contacts The application works as a phone book in which all your contacts are grouped. Create a contact Select "Create New Contact" from the main screen of the application. The screen entitled "Add New Contact" appears. Fill in the contact information such as Name, Phone, Email, Address, etc.
  • Page 41 · Export to a VCF file: Allows you to export all your contacts into a VCF file and place them into the internal memory of your SmartVision2. · Share visible contacts: Allows you to share the visible contacts of your SmartVision2 by SMS, email, Bluetooth, etc.
  • Page 42: Gmail

    SmartVision2 User Guide Gmail The Gmail application is a standard Google application that allows you to send and receive emails. Please refer to the Google user manual below to learn how this application works. Link to Google Gmail End of chapter...
  • Page 43: Fm Radio

    SmartVision2 User Guide FM Radio The FM Radio application allows you to listen to FM radio stations around you. Listen to the radio To listen to the radio, connect the headphones (used as an antenna) then use the navigation pad to browse the different items available on the screen: ·...
  • Page 44: Kapten

    Map download By default, no map is installed on your SmartVision2, you must first download the maps you are interest in using an Internet connection. Select the country you want to install from the list and press the "OK"...
  • Page 45 Keyboard entry: enables you to enter this address using the SmartVision2 keyboard, in the following sequence: country, town/city, street, and then street number. When you have entered the various fields for the destination address, press the “OK”...
  • Page 46 Caution: the information provided is for your convenience only and does not consider the topography nor possible dangers you may come across such as rivers, bridges, barriers, or similar obstacles. Kapsys declines all liability for damages either direct or indirect resulting from the use of this mode.
  • Page 47 destination point is 250 meters in a North-West direction, you must turn right. Please note "Direct guidance" does not automatically stop after you reach your destination; you must press the "Back" button to stop it. Good to know: “Direct guidance” settings (see settings) can be used to define the frequency of automatic repetition of messages or to enable or disable the "Direct guidance"...
  • Page 48 Edit track Select "Edit a track" and select the track you want to rename. Enter the new name of the route and confirm with the "OK" button. Delete track Select "Delete a track" and select the track you want to delete. Manage K-tags The Kapten application has the K-TAG function, which allows you to geotag a location, that is, to record a position with information associated with it.
  • Page 49 Modify a K-Tag From the "Manage K-Tag" screen, select "Edit K-Tag", then select the K-Tag category you want to change. Once the K-Tag is selected, you can change the "Category", or "Rename the K-tag" Select an option and make the necessary changes by following the suggested steps. Delete a K-Tag From the "Manage K-Tag"...
  • Page 50 · Download maps: allows you to download new maps for your Kapten application · Update maps: allows you to update preinstalled maps · Storage location: allows you to modify the storage location of your maps (internal memory or SD card) «...
  • Page 51: Light Detection

    How to detect the brightness level? Point the back of the phone in the desired direction. Should the environment be luminous, the SmartVision2 will generate high frequency sounds. Should it be dark, the SmartVision2 will generate lower frequency sounds. Additional options are available using the « Menu » key as follows: ·...
  • Page 52: Magnifier

    It provides different zoom levels and color contrasts using the rear camera. Text magnification Place your SmartVision2 over a text to enlarge, adjust the height until the image is sharp. Use the "2" or "3" keys on your keyboard to respectively increase or decrease the zoom level.
  • Page 53: Messaging

    SmartVision2 User Guide Messaging This application sends and receives short messages called SMS or MMS (text messages containing a multimedia element). Send a message Select "New Message" from the main application screen. Then select the call recipient from the following choices: ·...
  • Page 54 To delete a message, select the item to be deleted and do a long press on the "OK" key. Select then "Delete" from the pop-up menu list to delete the message. Parameters Press the « Menu » key from the main screen of the Messaging application to access the following parameters: ·...
  • Page 55: Nfc

    Smartphone or an electronic tag, to establish communication by bringing them closer together. NFC can also be used to share contacts, photos, and videos. Moreover, SmartVision2 allows you to program and read your NFC tags and perform the associated action.
  • Page 56: Note

    · Delete: deletes the note · Export: copies the note into the “Note” folder of SmartVision2 internal memory Modify a note Select the note you want to edit from the application main screen using navigation keys. Then do a long press on the "OK" key to open the contextual menu and select "Edit" item.
  • Page 57: Ocr

    Place the document in front of you and point your smartVision2 camera about twenty centimeters from the target. The OCR regularly announces the visible edges and the angle of the sheet.
  • Page 58 application and start the process again. During the vocalization of the recognized text, you can use the keypad keys to navigate manually in the resulting text as follows: · “1” key: allows reading the character at the left of the courant position ·...
  • Page 59: Phone

    SmartVision2 User Guide Phone The Phone application allows you to make calls and view call history. Answer a call When the phone rings, press the “Call Pick-up” key to answer the call. The "Call Pick-up" key is present at the left end of the keyboard. It consists of 3 vertically embossed green points.
  • Page 60 Good to know: a short press on the voice command button switches the SmartVision2 into hands-free mode. · Silent: Allows you to mute the SmartVision2 so that your correspondent cannot hear you. · Put the call on hold: Put the current call on hold. Press a second time on the button to resume the communication.
  • Page 61: Photos

    SmartVision2 User Guide Google Photos The Google Photos app is a standard Google application that allows you to view your photos in your SmartVision2. Please refer to the Google user manual below to learn how this application works. Link to Google Photos...
  • Page 62: Play Musique

    SmartVision2 User Guide Play Music The Play Music app is a standard Google application that allows you to download and listen to your music. Please refer to the Google user manual below to learn how it works. Play Music link.
  • Page 63: Play Store

    SmartVision2 User Guide Play Store The Play Store application is a standard Google application that allows you to download new apps and widgets. Please refer to the Google user manual below to find out how it works. Play Store link.
  • Page 64: Sos

    10 predefined numbers. Caution: KAPSYS cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect damage due to the non- functioning of the SOS function, should it be caused by a technical problem of the product or by the non-availability of the telephone network.
  • Page 65: Settings

    · Location: Allows you to enable or disable the Google Location service. This service allows third-party applications and websites to collect and use information related to the location of your SmartVision2 to provide a variety of location related services. ·...
  • Page 66: Connect A Bluetooth Device

    Select "Bluetooth" from the settings list. Change the status of Bluetooth to "On" to display the list of the Bluetooth device visible around you. Select the Bluetooth device you want to pair with your SmartVision2 from the list and press the "OK" key to connect to it.
  • Page 67 (vocalization feedback). Change Voice Synthesis By default SmartVision2 comes with a male and female voice in standard quality. You can also download free premium voices using an internet connection. To change the voice synthesis or download new voices, select "Accessibility"...
  • Page 68: Voice Recorder

    SmartVision2 User Guide Voice Recorder The Voice Recorder application allows you to record voice memos and play them later. Record a voice memo To start recording, select "Record" from the main application screen. Select "Pause" to pause the recording and "Record" to resume it.
  • Page 69: Web Radio

    SmartVision2 User Guide Web Radio This application allows you to listen to your preferred radio stations using an Internet connection. Listen to a radio station To listen to a web radio, type the name of the radio you want to listen to in the input box and press the "OK"...
  • Page 70: Faq

    If an error occurs while downloading, please restart the update from “Settings”, “About Phone”, “System Updates”. If you have included an extra memory card into the SmartVision2. Please remove it before performing the update. You can view the progress of the download via the update notification in the notification pane.
  • Page 71 "Text-to-Speech Settings". Select the "Launch Engine Settings" button of the Kapsys voices. Then select "Settings for Kapsys Voice", then "select voice". The list of voices installed on your SmartVision2 appears. Select the voice you wish to use and confirm by pressing the "OK" key.
  • Page 72 Very Slow, Slow, Normal, Fast, Faster, Very Fast, Rapid, or Very rapid. How to adjust the phone volume? SmartVision2 distinguishes three types of volume, for which it is possible to define the sound level separately. These volume categories are "Ringtone and Notifications", "Multimedia" and "Alarms"...
  • Page 73 If your computer is on Windows 10, you will need to install a driver before the SmartVision2 is recognized as a storage space. To do this, open the Windows File Manager when the SmartVision2 is connected to your computer.
  • Page 74 Select "Settings" and then "Sounds & Notifications." Then select "Silent" and confirm with "OK". To return to ringing mode, select "General settings" and confirm with the "OK" key. These options are also available in the SmartVision2 quick settings pressing the pound key + key 3. How to repeat the caller ID? When the phone rings, you can short press on a volume key to mute the phone ring, so the name and number of the caller could be heard.
  • Page 75 "Books" folder. You can also reboot the product to force a SmartVision2 scan of your stored documents. I downloaded an audio book on the internet but I still cannot read it with my SmartVision2.
  • Page 76 (folder, medicine box, corner of table etc.) When you put the back of the phone back on the NFC label, SmartVision2 will start the action associated with the tag.
  • Page 77 · The SmartVision2 will detect the edges of the document to take the picture. Once all four sides of the document are in its field of view, the photo will be taken automatically.
  • Page 78 Once the OCR result is vocalized, you can use the "Menu" key and then "Save as a note". The result will be saved and available as a note in the "Note”. End of chapter 78 / 86...
  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    Check that the battery is inserted. It must be inserted before plugging in the charger. · Make sure you are using the battery and charger provided by KAPSYS. · When abroad, check that the electrical current is compatible. My mobile phone will not connect to a network: ·...
  • Page 80 SIM card error / No phone feature can be accessed: · Check if the SIM card has been correctly inserted. · Check if the chip on your SIM card is not damaged or scratched. Unable to make outgoing calls: · Make sure you have dialled a valid number.
  • Page 81: Technical Specifications

    SmartVision2 User Guide Technical Specifications OPERATING SYSTEM · Android 6.0 DESIGN · Size : 152 x 66 x10mm · Weight : 150g · Touchscreen : 4" LCD IPS HARDWARE · Processor Type : Quad Core 64-Bit @ 1.3 GHz ·...
  • Page 82: Legal Notice And Warranty

    SmartVision2 User guide Legal notice and Warranty Precautions for use and recommendations · Handle your SmartVision2 and its accessories with care, do not drop or knock them · Do not dismantle the product as this will result in the warranty being voided ·...
  • Page 83: Limitation Of Liability

    Articles L.211-1 and seq. of the French Consumer Code. Kapsys warrants to the initial purchaser that from the date of purchase and as long as it is used under normal conditions and according to its intended purpose, the product is free from any defects in workmanship and materials.
  • Page 84 Kapsys cannot be held liable in the event of any technical or publishing errors or omissions contained herein, or in the event of accidental or indirect loss or damage resulting from the product operation or from using this document.
  • Page 85 Kapsys therefore invites you to visit their website (www.kapsys.com) for the latest update on the use and operation of this product. 85 / 86...
  • Page 86: A Propos De Ce Document

    SmartVision2 Userʼs Manual About this document The information published herein is subject to change without notice. KAPSYS reserves all rights to modify the content of this document without obligation to notify any person or entity whatsoever. KAPSYS disclaims any liability for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein;...

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