Caretec Tape King User Manual

Caretec Tape King User Manual

Talking tape measure, clinometer and spirit level

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USER MANUAL
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Tape King
Talking Tape Measure,
Clinometer and Spirit Level
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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ________________________________________________________________________________________ Tape King Talking Tape Measure, Clinometer and Spirit Level...
  • Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Description of the Device 3. Power Supply 4. Tape King’s Functions 4.1. Measurement 4.2. Measurements with and without the Case 4.3. Metric and Imperial System 4.4. Difference Measurement - Retain Current Value 4.5. Memory and Memory Functions 4.6.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION Tape King is a robust, smart talking tape measure for length up to 16.4 feet (~5 meters) and it is a talking clinometer and acoustic spirit level. Read instructions first! Do not operate Tape King before having read this user manual and getting accustomed to the device and its accessories.
  • Page 4 This port is only used as a service port by the manufacturer and is of no significance for consumers. On the left, narrow side of the Tape King’s body you will find the actual measuring tape, which can easily...
  • Page 5: Power Supply

    (30 cm) always stabilise the loose end with your hand when retracting the tape to avoid injuries. Rear On the reverse side of the case you will find a clip to attach Tape King for example to your belt. 3. POWER SUPPLY To open the battery compartment press the vise action latch and pull the lid to the right.
  • Page 6: Tape King's Functions

    4. TAPE KING’S FUNCTIONS 4.1. MEASUREMENT In order to activate the Tape King press and hold KEY #1 (ON/OFF key) until you hear the starting theme and the announcement ‘0 millimeter’. If the tape was not retracted properly Tape King will announce “Tape is not in the case!” After pulling the tape end for a little distance press the retraction button (the ribbed button above the tape end) until the tape is completely retracted.
  • Page 7: Metric And Imperial System

    KEY #2 (PLUS-key) and KEY #3 (MINUS-key). 4.4. DIFFERENCE MEASUREMENT - RETAIN CURRENT VALUE Tape King enables you to retain values independently from the standard memory function. After announcing of the measurement result press KEY #3 (MINUS-key).
  • Page 8: Clinometer And Spirit Level Functions

    “Voice Menu Functions” in this manual. The position of Tape King is signalled with tones. If the device is horizontally or vertically aligned it produces a steady, continuous tone to indicate that the alignment is perfectly horizontal or vertical.
  • Page 9: Calibration Of Clinometer And Spirit Level

    4.7. CALIBRATION OF CLINOMETER AND SPIRIT LEVEL You ought to calibrate Tape King’s spirit level before using it the first time. Then repeat calibration when travelling or if you suspect the measurement results to be inaccurate. This step is necessary to adapt to local changes in the gravitational field.
  • Page 10: Battery Level

    4.9 BATTERY LEVEL To hear the current battery level enter the voice MENU with KEY #4 (MENU- key) and choose function 7 “battery level”. Tape King will announce its battery status for example: “Battery level is on 95%”. 4.10 CHOOSE LANGUAGE (ONLY MULTILINGUAL-EDITION) To choose a different language enter the MENU with KEY #4 (MENU-key) and choose “8.
  • Page 11: Shortcut Key Combinations

    Function Action Short press Announcing measurement value KEY #1: ON/OFF (left round key) Long press Power On / Off Short press Add measurement to memory KEY #2: PLUS (left oval key; marked with tactile dot) Long press Recall memory Short press Retain/Release current value KEY # 3: MINUS (right oval key;...
  • Page 12: Safety Instructions

    Keep out of reach of children! Tape King is not a toy. 9. TROUBLE-SHOOTING Tape King alerts you with the sound of an emergency siren to the fact that the batteries are almost empty. You should change the batteries as soon as possible.
  • Page 13: Technical Data

    Operating 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to +40 °C) temperature: Included in box: Tape King, alkali batteries, pouch, instruction manual 12. GUARANTEE AND SERVICE Warranty periods from date of purchase: Twenty-four (24) month on the device itself Twelve (12) months on the accessories (e.g. power supply, batteries, earphones, etc.)
  • Page 14: Legal Notice On The Disposal Of Electronic Devices

    During the warranty periods mentioned above, the product will be either repaired or replaced free of charge. In no event shall CareTec be liable for indirect, special or consequential damages. The exposure of the device to liquids, strong electromagnetic fields, heat as well as dropping the device or opening the case causes immediate loss of guarantee.
  • Page 15: Symbols Used

    15. MANUFACTURER CareTec International GmbH Stubenbastei 1 A 1010 Vienna, Austria Is the manufacturer of this product. Phone: (+43 1) 513 80 81 0 Fax: (+43 1) 513 80 81 9 Email: office@caretec.at Web: www.caretec.at Tape King EN V1.7 10/2015...

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