Humanware StellarTrek User Manual

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StellarTrek

USER GUIDE

by HumanWare

Version 1.1.0

2022/11/25

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Page 1 StellarTrek USER GUIDE by HumanWare Version 1.1.0 2022/11/25 FGAB-0001...
Page 2 The StellarTrek is a navigation aid for people blind or with visual impairments intended for outdoor localization. Real-time GPS data provided are processed by dedicated navigation software to determine the directions to a destination. As such, the StellarTrek is intended to be used by visually impaired and blind users.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Sleep Mode .........................7 ....................... 7 ESCRIBER ......................7 UTTON ESCRIPTION ......................9 ETTING TARTED CONFIGURING THE STELLARTREK DEVICE ..............10 ....................10 ANGUAGES AND OICES 2.1.1 Adding and Managing Voices .................. 10 2.1.2 System, Navigation and Reading Voices ..............10 2.1.3 Changing the Speech Recognition Language ............
Page 4 ............33 DDRESS UMBER ETECTION AND ECOGNITION TEXT RECOGNITION ......................35 ....................35 ENERAL ESCRIPTION ....................... 35 UICK EADING ......................35 ETAILED EADING SETTINGS MENU ........................37 ................37 ETTINGS TEMS UBMENUS UPDATING THE STELLARTREK SOFTWARE ..............39 Ver 1.1.0-2022/11/21...
Page 5 ....................43 ISPOSAL NSTRUCTIONS 11 CYBERSECURITY ......................... 44 12 TECHNOLOGIES HUMANWARE CONTACT INFORMATION ..........45 13 SYMBOLS USED ON THE LABEL ..................46 14 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ..................47 15 APPENDIX 1 – MANUFACTURER WARRANTY ..............48 Ver 1.1.0-2022/11/21...
Page 6: Overview Of Stellartrek
1.2.4 Bottom Edge of the Device At the right of the bottom edge of the StellarTrek is a 3.5mm audio jack. You can use the device with headphones, which will take over the speaker when plugged in. In the center of the bottom edge is the USB-C port. Use this port to recharge the device or to access content on the device’s internal storage using the included USB cable.
Page 7: Back Side Of The Device
Belt Clip The StellarTrek must be inserted in the belt clip with the top edge of the device first, so that the USB-C port and the 3.5mm audio jack are exposed. Placing the device like that in the belt clip also gives access to the Volume buttons on the left side, and the Record and Power buttons on the right side.
Page 8: Sleep Mode
StellarTrek User Guide To turn the device Off, press and hold the Power button again. The StellarTrek device will announce: “Press Confirm to shutdown, press any other key to cancel”. After pressing the Confirm button, you will hear two beeps and feel 2 vibrations indicating the device is powering Off.
Page 9 The Left arrow and Right arrow are used to browse through items in a list. Press and hold the Right arrow to lock you into open area and prevent the StellarTrek from automatically placing you on a nearby street. Press and hold the Right arrow again to leave open area lock.
Page 10: Getting Started
StellarTrek User Guide Getting Started Upon activating the StellarTrek for the first time, you will need to go through a setup wizard to configure the device: 1. If the battery level is below 25%, the StellarTrek will prompt you to charge the device.
Page 11: Configuring The Stellartrek Device
5. Select the language of your choice from the list and press Confirm. 6. After selecting a language, the StellarTrek will display a list of the different voices you can choose for this language. Select the voice of your choice from the list and press Confirm.
Page 12: Changing The Speech Recognition Language
HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide 2. In the Settings menu, use the Left and Right arrows to access the item Voices and press Confirm. 3. In the Voices menu, use the Left and Right arrows to access the type of voice you wish to change: System Voice, Navigation Voice or Reading Voice and press Confirm.
Page 13: Text Entry Method
5. Choose the layout of your choice from the list using the Left and Right arrows and press Confirm. Bluetooth To configure the Bluetooth settings on the StellarTrek device, you first need to access the Bluetooth menu: 1. Press and hold the Down arrow to access the Settings menu.
Page 14: Toggle Bluetooth
You will receive confirmation once you are paired. Note that the device you are trying to pair to the StellarTrek might have to be put into Pairing Mode. Some devices may require a PIN in order to be paired. If this is the case, the StellarTrek will...
Page 15: Forget A Bluetooth Device
2.3.5 Forget a Bluetooth Device If you wish to unpair the StellarTrek with a Bluetooth device, select the Paired Devices item. Upon selecting this sub-menu, the StellarTrek will display the list of all the Bluetooth devices you are paired with. Navigate to the device of your choice using the Left and Right arrows, then use the Up and Down arrows to access the item “Forget device”.
Page 16: Display Saved Networks
StellarTrek User Guide for more details on how to type text with the StellarTrek device. End your entry with the Go To button. If successful, the router SSID and password will be added to your list of configured connections (routers) and the new connection will be launched.
Page 17: Time & Device Status
Time & Device Status When connected to a Wi-Fi signal, and with the GPS position known, the StellarTrek will configure the time automatically. If you wish to know the time, along with the battery level and the GPS signal quality, you can do so by double-pressing on the Down arrow.
Page 18: Software Update
StellarTrek, you must first have an active connection to the Internet using the built-in Wi-Fi. Note that you must connect the StellarTrek to a power outlet with the AC power adapter or the battery of your device must be at least 20% charged for the update to be performed.
Page 19: Gps - Orientation Mode
A conventional mobility aid like a white cane or a guide dog should also be used. The StellarTrek is not meant to be used as a solo mobility device, but along other forms of mobility tools as mentioned previously. It is the user’s responsibility to use this device with caution.
Page 20: Landmarks
StellarTrek will announce your current position and attempt to find street names and landmarks. Your StellarTrek is ready to use. If a connection cannot be established or if it is lost along the way, move to a different location with an unobstructed view of the sky. Note that this step can take a few minutes the first time you use your StellarTrek.
Page 21: Updating Gps Satellite Positions
Confirm. Upon selecting this option, the device will prompt “Update successful” when done. Note that you may have to wait up to 2 minutes for the GPS positions to be updated on your StellarTrek. Carrying the StellarTrek For your safety, you should not use headphones when walking on the street.
Page 22: Forcing A Travel Mode
When no name is provided for a specific street in the map database, the StellarTrek will announce ‘Street with no name’, ‘Junction’ or ‘Ramp’.
Page 23: Next Instruction Or Next Intersection
Once you are done typing, press the Go To button. The StellarTrek will then provide you with a list of up to 50 points of interest found within a range of 5 miles (8 km) that contains the partial name entered.
Page 24: Repeat Previous Messages
StellarTrek recognizes the location as a position on that Street (and not an open area). Similarly, if the intended Landmark is meant to be in an open area, make sure the StellarTrek does not recognize the location as being linked to streets.
Page 25: Sort Landmarks
Sort and press Confirm. Routes The StellarTrek provides the user with an opportunity to record a route while walking it a first time. This way, it is possible to select the most secure or preferred path. The created route can be named and retraced to be used at a later moment.
Page 26: Activate A Recorded Route
When the route you are looking for is announced, press Confirm to load the route in the StellarTrek. 2. Press and hold the Right arrow. The StellarTrek will announce you are in the Indoor Preview mode followed by the first instruction.
Page 27: Getting Guidance To A Landmark
If you are in an open area and heading towards a landmark that is also in an open area, the StellarTrek will guide you in a straight line towards it. It will give you an indication of its relative distance and heading. The StellarTrek will inform you when you reach your landmark and the route will be deactivated.
Page 28: Getting Guidance To A Postal Code (Uk And Netherlands Users Only)
Go to. If the civic number you entered does not exist, the StellarTrek will provide a list of address ranges for that given street, followed by a list of intersections where address ranges are not available.
Page 29: Map Browsing Mode
Right arrow will rotate you clockwise until you reach the last segment, at which point the StellarTrek will emit a beep. You can always press the Left arrow to rotate counter-clockwise. When you hear the segment you wish to continue exploring, press the Up arrow to move forward, or press and hold the Up arrow to move forward and have points of interest announced.
Page 30: Locking/Unlocking Open Area
3.12 Locking/Unlocking Open Area If you are walking in a park, university campus, or doing outdoor hiking, the StellarTrek can ensure you remain in open area without automatically placing you on a nearby street. To do so, simply press and hold the Right arrow. You will hear a beep sound and the StellarTrek will announce “Entering open area locked”.
Page 31: Configuring Routes
3.13.1.1 Set or Unset Landmark as Possible Destination Upon selecting this option, the StellarTrek will ask you to set or unset the current landmark as a possible destination. When you unset a landmark as a possible destination, it will no longer appear in the list of destinations upon setting a route.
Page 32: Export Landmarks And Routes
Selecting this item will export all your saved landmarks and routes to the internal storage of your device. It will then be possible to connect the StellarTrek to a computer by using the USB-C cable provided with the device. Once connected, the StellarTrek will be detected by the PC as an external device, and the landmarks and routes will be accessible from the PC.
Page 33: Using The Compass
Using the Compass General Description The StellarTrek is equipped with a compass tool, which works in a very similar way to any regular compass. This tool can be very useful if you wish to identify by yourself the orientation of your surroundings.
Page 34: Address Detection Mode
Hold your device vertically with the camera facing up. To avoid blocking the camera, place your hands on the bottom of the StellarTrek, with your thumbs on the front of the device and your other fingers on the back, on the raised part. This will make it easier to press the Confirm button when you are ready to take the picture without moving, which could change the final result.
Page 35 HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide When the StellarTrek beeping indicates a high enough level of confidence, use your thumbs to press the Confirm button and take the picture. Ver 1.1.0-2022/11/21...
Page 36: Text Recognition
Quick Reading The StellarTrek device allows to quickly detect and read text on an object close to you. This can be useful, for example, if you wish to detect and read text on a bus sign or a computer screen, or in activities like sorting out your mail.
Page 37 9. Once you reach the category of text you wish to read, press the Confirm button to display the text with the selected category. The StellarTrek will announce the first element of the chosen category. 10. If you wish to read further into the chosen category, use the Left and Right arrows to navigate through the elements of the category.
Page 38: Settings Menu
Connected Devices: Displays a list of devices currently connected with the StellarTrek. • Paired Devices: Displays a list of devices currently paired with the StellarTrek. • Pair New Device: Displays a list of nearby Bluetooth devices discovered by the StellarTrek. Wi-Fi • Toggle Wi-Fi: Enabled (by default), Disabled •...
Page 39 HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide Voices • System Voice : Voice currently set, add voice (if there is only one voice on the device) • Navigation Voice : Voice currently set, add voice (if there is only one voice on the device) •...
Page 40: Updating The Stellartrek Software
Wi-Fi configuration menu). Note that you must connect the StellarTrek to a power outlet with the AC power adapter or the battery of your device must be at least 20% charged for the update to be performed.
Page 41: Technical Specifications
IP Certification: IPX1 Care and maintenance To keep your StellarTrek clean, we recommend that you wipe the surface of the unit periodically using a soft damp cloth. Squeeze cloth to remove excess moisture. Only use warm water. Do not use any cleaning agents. The product is not intended to be disinfected.
Page 42 Service shall only be done by HumanWare or its authorized distributor. Susceptibility to Interference There may be temporary degradation of the sound when the StellarTrek is subjected to a strong radio-frequency field, electro-static discharge or transient electrical noise. FCC Warning This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 43 HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide Audio Warning To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use. Ver 1.1.0-2022/11/21...
Page 44: 10 Safety Precautions
Only use supplied adapter and cable to charge the StellarTrek. If the battery is discharged for a long period of time there will be a delay of up to a few minutes before the device shows any activity, including charging. Do not submerge the product –...
Page 45: 11 Cybersecurity
It is recommended to enable the firewall on the your PC if it is used to store map landmarks. The StellarTrek is a closed device: it is not possible to install other software or applications, nor to apply changes to the security settings.
Page 46: Technologies Humanware Contact Information
HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide 12 Technologies HumanWare Contact Information 1800, Jean-Berchmans-Michaud street Drummondville, Quebec Canada J2C 7G7 Telephone: 1 (819) 471-4818 Toll-free (Canada & USA): 1 (888) 723-7273 Fax: 1 (819) 471-4828 E-mail: support@humanware.com Website: www.humanware.com Ver 1.1.0-2022/11/21...
Page 47: 13 Symbols Used On The Label
HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide 13 Symbols Used On The Label Ver 1.1.0-2022/11/21...
Page 48: 14 End User License Agreement
1. License Grant. HumanWare grants to End User a non-exclusive, non-transferable right and license to use the Software on this product. 2. Ownership of Software. End User acknowledges that HumanWare retain all right, title and interest in and to the original, and any copies, of software which is incorporated into this product.
Page 49: 15 Appendix 1 - Manufacturer Warranty
HumanWare www.humanware.com StellarTrek User Guide 15 Appendix 1 – Manufacturer Warranty This device is a high quality product, built and packaged with care. All units and components are guaranteed against any operational defects as follows: US and Canada: One (1) year...

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