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Poet Compact 2
User Guide
Item number: 102311H11
From Software version 4
User guide version: 1.4
English 06/2017

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  • Page 1 Poet Compact 2 User Guide Item number: 102311H11 From Software version 4 User guide version: 1.4 English 06/2017...
  • Page 3 About BAUM BAUM Retec AG has been a leading provider of products and services for blind and visually impaired people for more than 35 years. The high quality and innovative braille products, desktop magnifiers, reading machines, and software solutions are developed and manufactured in Germany, and are ideal for educational, professional and private use.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents ABOUT THIS USER GUIDE ..................... 5 BEFOR YOU BEGIN ......................6 ....................6 HAT IS IN THE BOX DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE ..................... 7 ................7 ESCRIPTION OF KEYS AND PORTS READING WITH POET COMPACT .................. 9 ................9 ET UP AND TURN ON THE DEVICE ..............

  • Page 5: About This User Guide

    We are sure you will enjoy reading with the new comfortable reading machine Poet Compact 2 is developed to scan printed text and to read it aloud with a naturally sounding TTS speech output. Poet Compact helps you stay autonomic and independent when handling printed matter.

  • Page 6: Befor You Begin

    2 Befor you begin Please check the contents of the package. In case you notice that parts are missing or damaged please contact your dealer immediately. What is in the box Poet Compact  Power cable  User’s Guide  It is strongly recommended that you retain all packaging, in case you need to return the device for any reason in the future.

  • Page 7: Description Of Device

    3 Description of Device Description of keys and ports Speed Volume Start Stop On/Of The buttons and loud speakers are located on the front side of the reading machine. The cover of the scanner is located on the top, the mains connector jack and the transportation lock are located on the rear.
  • Page 8 Rear: Mains connector: left.  Transportation lock: slide switch, in the middle.  (Unlock position = Push switch to the direction of mains connector) USB port: Deepening, in the middle.  Description of Device...

  • Page 9: Reading With Poet Compact

    4 Reading with Poet Compact Set up and turn on the device Put the device on a flat surface and make sure the device is standing steady Make sure, that there is some space between the sides of the device and other things for an adequate airing.

  • Page 10: Volume And Reading Speed Control

    Volume and Reading Speed Control Make your settings while a document is being read to you, to directly check the result. Increase Volume = Turn the right rotary knob clockwise.  Decrease Volume = Turn the right rotary knob counter clockwise. ...

  • Page 11: Saving And Retrieving Document Page

    Provided you have got this version, you can switch between those two languages easily by a long press on the triangular START button. Press until Poet Compact 2 beeps. It reads then with the other language.

  • Page 12: Connection Of Cable Remote Control

    5 Connection of cable remote control You can connect an external remote control in shape of a USB numeric keyboard to the USB port of Poet Compact. This offers you reading and navigation options in the document page. To execute the reading commands, press the assigned number key.

  • Page 13: System Version And Service Settings

    6 System version and service settings With the options of the special functions you can check the version number. Moreover you can execute various settings (Restore factory settings, Software Update, etc.) Proceed as follows to enter the special functions: Press and hold the triangular start key and in addition briefly press the square Stop key.

  • Page 14: Connection Of Cable Remote Control

    7 Connection of cable remote control You can connect an external remote control in shape of a USB numeric keyboard to the USB port of Poet Compact. This offers you reading and navigation options in the document page. To execute the reading commands, press the assigned number key.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    8 Troubleshooting Poet does not speak anymore:  Check the volume control. Turn the right rotary knob to a medium position. You cannot comprehend any word while reading:  Check the speed control. Turn the left rotary knob to a medium position.

  • Page 16: Defects And Repair

    If Poet Compact 2 is defective– what to do? Do not use a broken device! Unplug broken device from mains! Please do not hesitate to contact your local BAUM dealer or BAUM Retec AG. You can reach BAUM Retec AG at telephone number (+49) 6223 4909-0 in Germany.

  • Page 17: Compliances

    10 Compliances 10.1 CE Konformität This product conforms to the guidelines of the European Union and takes the CE- and ROHS marking. 10.2 Environmentally friendly disposal according to EC-Directive 2002/96/EG The symbol (crossed garbage can), which is also attached to the device, states that this device and its accessories, once come to the end of its lifetime, should not be regarded as household waste.

  • Page 20: Warranty

    BAUM Retec AG reserves the right to repair or replace with a similar or better product. In no event shall BAUM Retec AG or its distributors be liable for indirect or consequential damages.

  • Page 21: Safety Instructions

    Do not use the device if you find any damages at device or wires. If the device appears to be operating abnormally, or to be damaged in any way, please contact your BAUM dealer as soon as possible. Safety instructions...
  • Page 22 If you smell smoke or an door coming out of the device, turn off the power immediately. Do not try to repair the device yourself. Opening or removal of housing may cause damage or injury. Do not allow sand or dust to come into contact with the device as this may lead to serious damage and could make repair impossible.
  • Page 23 Do not pull the plug out by the lead when removing the power plug. Avoid shock. Do not throw or let fall. Repairs may only be carried out by BAUM service personnel or by service technicians authorized by BAUM Retec AG.
  • Page 24 the device with a soft cloth dampened with a diluted neutral detergent (stay clear from the Braille cells and Roll-bars!), then wipe dry with a cloth. Do not attempt to clean the Braille cells and/or Roll-bars yourself. Contact your dealer for intensive and professional cleaning of your device.

  • Page 25: Technical Specification

    13 Technical Specification Size: 27 x 47 x 9,5 cm (10.6 x 18.5 x 3.74 inches)  Weight: 5,8 kg (204.6 oz)  Ports: 3.5mm stereo Headphone jack, USB 2.0 host interface  Power supply: 110-240V AC, 50-60Hz  Temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C (41°F to 104°F) ...
  • Page 28 Hamilton House Email: info@baumuk.com Mabledon Place Web: www.baumuk.com London, WC1H 9BB United Kingdom Please be advised that this user guide may contain errors, and is therefore subject to being changed or updated without prior notice. © 2017 BAUM Retec AG...

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