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User's Guide
Accent
800 Integrated and Dedicated Devices with NuVoice
Software
®
®
Applies to Accent 800 Models with
Serial Numbers 10000AC8 and Higher
18664
Version 2.00

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Accent 800 Integrated and Dedicated Devices with NuVoice Software ® ® Applies to Accent 800 Models with Serial Numbers 10000AC8 and Higher 18664 Version 2.00...
  • Page 2 Web : www.prentke-romich.de Web: www.liberator.co.uk Technical Support To report unexpected operation of the device or an unexpected event related to the device, please contact PRC technical support by phone at 1-800-262-1990 or by email at service@prentrom.com. Document Version 18664v2.00 ∙ 03/30/2020 Applies to: •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents The Accent® 800 is a speech-generating device that offers user-friendly features to make speaking fast and easy for individuals with severe speech impairments. This manual describes how to use and maintain your device. Safety Information ..............................5 A Quick Look at Device Features ..........................7 Front View .................................
  • Page 4 Backing up Your Vocabularies ..........................35 Updating the NuVoice Software via a Wi-Fi ® Connection ..................36 Updating the NuVoice Software via USB Flash Drive ....................36 Finding Additional Information ..........................36 Appendix A: Compliance Information ........................37 Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Your device is intended for use in normal communication situations. It is not waterproof, so use extreme caution when using it around water. As with most electronic devices, you should never use the device when you are actually in the water (for example, a pool or bath). Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...
  • Page 6 Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of the implantable medical device. If you have any questions about using your wireless mobile device with an implantable medical device, consult your health care provider. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 7: A Quick Look At Device Features

    A Quick Look at Device Features Front View 10 11 3 4 5 Handle Volume button Microphone Microphone Front camera Battery/charging LED Light sensor Power LED Camera indicator Display screen Power button Tools key Carry strap holders Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 8: Back View

    Y-adapter. If you have a joystick plugged in and it does not respond normally, reverse the way it is plugged in (plug switch A into jack B, switch B into jack A). Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 9: Left Side View

    Y-adapter. If you have a joystick plugged in and it does not respond normally, reverse the way it is plugged in (plug switch A into jack B, switch B into jack A). Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 10: Turning On The Device

    The screen also reacts to raindrops and extremes in temperature (condensation). To dust the touchscreen, use a soft, lint-free cloth. For heavier cleaning, use a slightly dampened, lint- free cloth and then dry the screen with another soft, lint-free cloth. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Device Disposal: Please dispose of your device in accordance with your local, state, and/or federal electronic recycling laws. Battery Disposal: If the battery in your device needs to be replaced, dispose of the old battery in accordance with your local, state, and/or country regulations. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 12: Cleaning And Disinfecting The Device

    Try using the device. If it does not work, call the PRC Service Department and tell them what happened. They may ask you to send in your device for servicing. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...
  • Page 13 Final Step: Wipe the touch screen 1. When the device and accessories are dry, wipe down the viewing area (device touch screen, TouchGuide, keyguard, etc.) with glass cleaner, so the screen doesn’t discolor. 2. Allow the equipment to dry. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 14: Positioning Or Removing The Stand

    5. Pull the stand free and put it in a safe place in case you need to use it later. Important! If you reattach the stand, be sure to secure the legs with the holders to prevent someone from pulling it loose accidentally. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 15: Removing Or Reattaching The Handle

    Remove the two screws that hold the port cover in place. Use the screws to mount a NuPoint module or to reattach the handle. Note: Store the port cover where you can find it if you need to use it again. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 16: Mounting The Ir Reflector On An Integrated Device

    2. Align the holes in the reflector with the empty holes in the handle, port cover, or NuPoint module. Important! Make sure the reflective shield is aimed downward toward the back of the device, as shown in step 3 on the next page. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...
  • Page 17 Reflector side pointing downward Insert the two short screws NuPoint Module: Reflector side pointing downward Insert the two long screws Port Cover: Reflector side pointing downward Insert the two short screws 4. Tighten the screws. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 18: Applying A Screen Protector

    8. Wipe the protector with a lint-free cloth to remove any fingerprints. Hint: Regularly wipe off the protector with a damp lint-free cloth to remove fingerprints, smudges, etc. If the protector becomes too dirty, peel it off and replace it with a new protector. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 19: Removing Or Replacing The Device Frame

    (steps 5 and 6) may pull out at the same time. 6. Pull the tab on the bottom of the frame out of 7. Proceed to the next section, “Attaching the the slot on the device. New Frame”. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 20: Attaching The New Frame

    If necessary, lift up the inside edge slightly and press until the rubber backing fits smoothly between the frame and device. 6. To secure the frame to the device with screws, proceed to the next section, “Attaching the Frame More Securely”. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 21: Attaching The Frame More Securely

    When the device frame is attached securely: After you attach the frame securely to the device, you can attach a keyguard or TouchGuide to the frame. See “Attaching the Keyguard” on page 22 or “Attaching the TouchGuide” on page 24. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 22: Attaching, Raising, And Removing A Keyguard

    4. Press down on the bottom portion of the keyguard to snap the tabs into place. Note: If the keyguard tabs at the bottom do not snap into place, make sure that the keyguard is not upside-down. (See step 1.) Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 23: Raising The Keyguard

    3. Lift upward with your fingers to bend the top-middle portion of the keyguard upward slightly. Bottom tabs already pulled loose from the device. 4. Pull the pins out of the openings at the top of the device frame. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 24: Attaching Or Removing A Touchguide

    TouchGuide into the rubber. Removing the TouchGuide 1. Grasp the plastic above the first row of keyholes. 2. Pull out and down on the TouchGuide until the upper tabs pop out. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 25: Attaching A Carry Strap

    5. Pull the connector through until it is tied 6. Insert the loop connector into the strap securely to the device. connector until they click and hold together. 7. Repeat these steps to connect the other end of the strap to the device. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 26: Attaching A Strap Handle

    Attaching a Strap Handle The strap handle allows you to carry your Accent device with one Connector hand comfortably. Connectors on the ends of the handle attach to the holders on the top (or bottom) of the device. Connector 1. If the standard handle is attached to your device, remove it by removing the screws. See “Removing or Reattaching the Handle”...

  • Page 27: Attaching A Qrm Mounting Plate

    1. Loosen the screws just enough that you can pull the plate off the back of the device. 2. Leave the screws held in place by the washers. 3. Store the plate (with the screws held in place) in a safe location in case you need to mount it later. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 28: Mounting A Nupoint Module

    You can use a strap handle to carry your device when a NuPoint module is mounted on the device. Attach the strap handle to the strap holders either across the top or diagonally across the back. See “Attaching a Strap Handle” on page 26. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 29: Getting Started With The Nuvoice Software

    Recommendation: Power off the device when it won’t be used for more than a couple days or when it will be transported in a carry case. 1. Select the Tools key. 2. Select the Shutdown option. 3. Select Yes at the confirmation prompt. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 30: Selecting A Vocabulary

    6. When the question “Switch to this User Area now?” appears, answer Yes or No. 7. Select OK twice to return to the vocabulary screen. 8. If you want to load all three LAMP WFL vocabularies, follow these same steps, selecting a different user area for each. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...
  • Page 31 Unity-configured device, Essence vocabularies and settings can be loaded as a product configuration. To configure the device for the Essence language system, follows steps 1-5 under “CoreScanner” above, substituting Essence for CoreScanner in step 3. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 32: Using The Exploration Wizard

    5. On the keyboard page, type replace and select OK. 6. In the User Area Menu, select Switch User Area. Then select the new vocabulary. 7. Select OK twice to return to the vocabulary screen. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 33: Changing The Voice

    2. Select Access Method Menu and then select Choose Different Access Method. 3. Select Touch, 1 Switch, 2 Switch, Headpointing/Joystick, or Eyegaze. The Access Method Menu will show the method you selected. 4. From the Access Method Menu, change the access method settings as necessary. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 34: Accessing The Setup Key

    6. Select OK again. The photo will automatically be placed in the Imports folder. Note: When changing an icon, your photos will be in the category called Imports. 7. Select OK and then select Go to Home. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 35: Disabling And Enabling The Toolbox

    5. Make sure the pre-set folder is a USB drive. If so, select OK. Type the file name and date (xx-xx-xx). 6. Select OK and wait for the information to be transferred. When the transfer is complete, select OK. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

  • Page 36: Updating The Nuvoice Software Via A Wi-Fi Connection

    For detailed information on changing NuVoice settings, refer to the NuVoice Software Manual, available from https://www.prentrom.com/support/accent For information on using an Accent 800 device with Empower software, view or download the Accent 800 User’s Guide for Empower from https://www.prentrom.com/support/devices/accent-with-empower. For warranty information, please visit https://www.prentrom.com.

  • Page 37: Appendix A: Compliance Information

    Device Intended Purpose The Accent 800 is a speech generating device that augments communication for an individual with speech/language impairment. This device and its language programs give the user the ability to initiate conversation, seek information, state opinions, and share feelings. It can be hand- held, used with a table stand, or mounted to a wheelchair.
  • Page 38 Integrated Feature Pack (IFP) Most funding sources require that an Accent device be shipped as a dedicated communication device. This means that access to some of the extended features is limited. To use all extended features, the device needs to be unlocked by purchasing an Integrated Feature Pack (IFP). For more information on purchasing an IFP, contact Sales at (800) 262-1933 or sales@prentrom.com.
  • Page 39 Ambient temperature -20°C to 60°C or -4°F to 140°F Relative humidity 10% to 90% Atmospheric pressure 80 kPa to 106 kPa The device needs to be protected from moisture when being transported or in storage. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...
  • Page 40 42.3°C or 108.14°F Touching the surface of the device with broken skin may aggravate a wound. Infants or high-risk groups should not touch the surface of the device if there is a chance of burning the skin. Accent 800 User’s Guide: NuVoice...

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