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U s e r M a n u a l
A c t i v a t o r
Version 1.0
Horb, June 2023
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  • Page 1 U s e r M a n u a l A c t i v a t o r Version 1.0 Horb, June 2023 Handy Tech is a trademark of Help Tech GmbH © All Rights Reserved Help Tech GmbH; Brunnenstraße 10; 72 160 Horb, Germany Phone : +49 7451 55 46 0;...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installation of the Bluetooth Tie-In 2.5.1 Bluetooth-PC Tie-In 2.5.2 Bluetooth Apple iOS Device Tie-In 2.5.3 Bluetooth-Android Device Tie-In Connecting the SmartDock to the Activator 2.6.1 The SmartDock at a glance 2.6.2 Connecting the iPhone to the SmartDock 2.6.3 Attaching the SmartDock to the Activator 2.6.4...
  • Page 3 Transferring data between the Activator and a PC 4.2.6.1 The file transfer program HTCom 4.2.6.2 Transferring a File using HTCom from the Activator to the PC 4.2.6.3 Transferring a File using HTCom from the PC to the Activator The Activator in combination with the iPhone 4.3.1...
  • Page 4 5.1.10.5 show f(O)lders first 5.1.10.6 (Q)uick entry 5.1.10.7 show file attri(B)utes 5.1.10.8 s(W)itch Activator auto off 5.1.10.9 (S)tartup mode 5.1.10.10 (T)one signals 5.1.10.11 (V)ibrations 5.1.10.12 (D)ate and time format 5.1.10.13 (I)nput indication 5.1.10.14 dot (F)irmness 5.1.10.15 atc s(E)nsitivity 5.1.10.16 sta(N)dby...
  • Page 5 Braille input with the braille keys in the screen reader [SPC+1 2 7] (Chord B)70 5.3.1 Table of Key Commands for Controlling the PC THE FOLDING COMPUTER KEYBOARD THE ACTIVATOR AS A BRAILLE DISPLAY Starting the Screen Reader with [SPCC]. Screen readers using Windows: Example JAWS 7.2.1...
  • Page 6 Saving Files in Case of Fatal Errors 11.2 Symbols 11.3 Safety Information under the Standards for Medical Devices 11.4 General Safety Information 11.5 Handling the Activator 11.6 Warranty 11.7 Technical Support LIST OF KEY COMBINATIONS 12.1 Navigating the Menu System 12.2 Editor Functions...

  • Page 7: Discover The Activator

    1.2.1 Top of the Unit Please place the Activator in front of you on the table with the Braille keyboard facing up. The two keys in the front center are the two space keys. The left space bar will be referred...
  • Page 8 Braille. The keyboard is held in place by magnets, which means it cannot accidentally flip open when the Activator is being transported. The 8-dot Braille keyboard consists of 8 ergonomically arranged function keys. The function keys are...

  • Page 9: Left Side Of The Device

    If you move from the front to the back on the left side of the housing, you can feel the round on/off button. This has several functions (see chapter 3.3.1 Functions of the on/off button). Behind it is a USB-C port for connecting the Activator to a PC or charging the device's batteries via the wall power supply.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Activator 2021 Installation Installation This section contains helpful information about how to install your Activator. Please read it carefully to prevent difficulties while setting up. Package Contents Please verify that your package contains all of the items listed below. If one of the components is missing or damaged, please contact us in order to request the missing part or a replacement.
  • Page 11 "Help Tech" in the Start menu under Programs. In it you will find the following subgroups: • Braille Driver: Under this you will find the Activator's key assignment for your screen reader.

  • Page 12: Nvda And Jaws

    If another Braille display is connected to the PC while JAWS is running, it will also be recognized and controlled immediately. For information on how to use JAWS and how to assign the keys of the Activator in JAWS, see chapter 7.2 Screen readers using Windows: Example JAWS.

  • Page 13: Installation Of The Bluetooth Tie-In

    To connect the Activator to the PC via the USB port, use the supplied USB connection cable. The USB connection cable has a small oval plug on one end. At the other end you will find a larger flat plug.

  • Page 14: Bluetooth Apple Ios Device Tie-In

    Activator with an Apple device, you must first enable VoiceOver. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Please make sure that the Activator is turned on and Bluetooth is enabled. For this purpose, it may be necessary to switch the device off and on again.

  • Page 15: Bluetooth-Android Device Tie-In

    Play Store. In order to connect the Activator via Bluetooth with an Android device, please follow these steps: 1. Please make sure that the Activator is turned on and Bluetooth is enabled. For this purpose, it may be necessary to switch the device off and on again.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Iphone To The Smartdock

    SmartDock with the inserted iPhone can then easily fall down and be damaged. If the Activator is already turned on when the SmartDock is attached, a tone will sound to indicate that the connection has been successfully established. If VoiceOver is enabled in the iPhone, the iPhone's screen content is now displayed on the Braille display.

  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    Activator 2021 Installation Technical Specifications • 40 concave piezoelectric Braille cells • 40 cursor routing keys • 6 independent navigation keys • 2 space keys • 1 control stick • Ultra slim multifunctional 2-in-1 folding keyboard: o Braille keyboard with 8 function keys and one space bar o Computer keyboard foldable •...

  • Page 18: Start Up

    Version 1.0 of your Activator. Turning the Power On Press the on/off button to turn on the Activator. You can now work without a power source, as the battery is fully charged. You will hear a sound signal and the following start up message will be displayed on the Braille display: ’Activator F1.0 2SbMi.30.03.23 14:14 ?’...

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    4. to switch to SAVE mode, press and hold for 5 seconds. See also chapter 3.3.9 The SAVE Mode. 5. to reset the Activator when it stops responding, press the power button for a very long time (10 seconds). 3.3.2 Chords The Activator's keyboard is very easy to use.

  • Page 20: Signal Tones

    3. Error signal: These are three consecutive signals with an ascending tone pitch, which may be emitted, for example, before you delete a file. Note: You can specify which types of acoustic signals you want the Activator to emit (see chapter 5.1.10 and 5.1.10.10).

  • Page 21: Radio Buttons (1 Of X)

    Whenever possible, various components of the Activator will be deactivated in order to conserve energy. If no key is pressed on the Activator for several minutes, it will enter sleep mode (standby). In sleep mode, the Braille display is turned off and some of the electronic modules are also deactivated.

  • Page 22: The Save Mode

    Start Up 3.3.9 The SAVE Mode In SAVE mode, the Activator can only be operated as a Braille display. The SAVE mode is comparable to the safe mode under Windows. To enter SAVE mode, press and hold the on/off button for more than 5 seconds.

  • Page 23: Quick Start

    Activator itself. To use the Activator as a Braille display, connect the USB cable to the USB port on your PC or use the wireless Bluetooth connection.

  • Page 24: The Activator As A Note-Taking Device

    The Activator as a note-taking device 4.2.1 Navigating the Menu Turn the Activator on and navigate through the menu using the [N3/N6] and [N1/N4] keys. Pressing [N5] or the [CR] keys activates functions or opens submenus; by pressing [N2] you can deactivate functions or close submenus. [SPC+1 2 3] or [SPC+4 5 6] sends you to the first or last item on the menu, respectively.

  • Page 25: Opening A File

    Braille character sets into the Activator. It has the task of transferring files from a PC to the Activator via the USB port. In addition, you can also use HTCom to send files from the Activator to the PC in reverse.

  • Page 26: Transferring A File Using Htcom From The Activator To The Pc

    Enter key. The PC will show all the files on your Activator. You can select one or more files to transfer. Use the tab key to move to the input field that allows you to specify where the transmitted files should be stored.

  • Page 27: Braille Monitor

    To do this, you only have to open the desired text file in the Activator before starting the voice recording and place the cursor at the position where the recognized text is to be inserted.

  • Page 28: Transferring Files Between Activator And Iphone

    2. open the "File Manager" menu item in the app. 3. you can select whether you want to copy a file from the iPhone to the Activator or from the Activator to the iPhone. 4. the "Files" app from Apple opens in a window. This is pre-installed on every iPhone.

  • Page 29: Creating, Editing And Saving Word Files

    Activator 2021 Quick Start 4. depending on your personal iPhone settings, one of the available storage locations will now open. For example, if the "iCloud Drive" should open, you need to navigate back to the "Browse" level. 5. under "Browse", go to "Storage locations". Select the USB stick there and open it.

  • Page 30: Operation Of The Activator

    Furthermore, you can configure your Activator such that these objects are not only selected, but also activated by pressing the hotkey. By pressing Chord g or {Ctrl+g} you can switch the menu of the Activator from uncontracted Braille to contracted Braille and back at any time.

  • Page 31: New

    The reverse translation from contracted Braille to uncontracted Braille works in the same way. To do this, select a BRL file in the editor's file list and press [Chord g] or {Ctrl + g}. The Activator will now create a new text file with the content retranslated to uncontracted Braille.
  • Page 32 With the Chord commands listed in the context menu you can execute the respective function directly in the file and folder list. If you want to open a txt file in contracted Braille, you can enter [Chord g] directly. The txt file is translated by the Activator into contracted Braille and opened directly.
  • Page 33 Activator's (O)ptions menu is set to output warning tones. Assuming that the file is opened for the first time, the cursor is located at the beginning, if not, it will be located at the previous cursor position.
  • Page 34 For example, if you were to delete the file (msg.hsf), you could not work on the Activator until you have loaded this file again. Because of this, you will receive the following warning before you can delete any system file: ’Warning: Deleting this file can cause system instability'...

  • Page 35: Ios Apps

    • HelpTech+ • Edit If the Activator is connected to the SmartDock including the inserted iPhone and the mentioned iOS apps are installed and pre-configured on the iPhone, these iOS apps can be accessed from the submenu by pressing a cursor routing key above the respective entry, by pressing the Braille input key for dot 8 on the 8-dot Braille keyboard or by pressing {Enter} on the computer keyboard.

  • Page 36: Mail

    After selecting this entry, our specially developed iOS app HelpTech+ opens. It is under constant development (updates can be downloaded from the AppStore) and extends the Activator with additional Smart Services such as an optimized message area. This will be discussed in more detail in chapter 5.1.4 Smart Services.

  • Page 37: C)Lock

    5.1.5.1 (D)isplay date/time After selecting this item, the time of the internal clock of the Activator is displayed. The time is displayed in hours, minutes and seconds, each separated by a colon. The time format (12 or 24 hours) can be set in the "Options" menu (see 5.1.10.12 (D)ate and time format).

  • Page 38: Braillehunt (B)

    5.1.6.2 (H)angman This is a variation of the classic game of Hangman, in which the Activator generates a mystery word. Your goal is to guess the word by finding its individual letters. When (H)angman starts, there will be several dots on the Braille display. Each dot represents a letter of the mystery word.

  • Page 39: B)Raille Sets

    IMPORTANT: In Mass Storage Mode, you cannot use the Activator's internal functions. The Activator can be used with a screen reader, and you can transfer files between the Activator and your computer, just as you would with a USB flash drive or external hard drive.

  • Page 40: Loading Braille Character Sets

    5.1.8.3 Selecting and Activating Braille Tables Once you have activated the menu item '(B)raille sets' on the Activator, you can select a character set and activate it by pressing [N5]. The slots besides the standard character set are empty in the condition of delivery.

  • Page 41: D)Elete Selection

    Computer keyboard. 5.1.9.1 (M)emory usage The Activator contains 32 GB of text memory which equals text consisting of more than 32 billion characters. After you select '(M)emory usage', the size of free disk space will be displayed in GB (gigabytes).

  • Page 42: K)Eyboard Layout

    ’Charging’: The batteries are only receiving a maintenance charge, if the Activator is connected to a computer via USB ’On USB power’: Activator is connected via USB with the PC. There is no charging nor discharging of the batteries. The power is provided by the USB interface.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Info

    (e.g. file transfer) and when a file is being printed. 5.1.10 (O)ptions The options described below are used for customizing your Activator's features. The various options are specified by using checkboxes or radio buttons contained in the submenus. You can review additional information regarding checkboxes and radio buttons in chapter 3.3.5 and 3.3.6.

  • Page 44: H)Ighlight Hotkeys

    Braille or while you are still learning the hotkeys. 5.1.10.4 show s(Y)stem files If you activate this checkbox, the system files needed by the Activator will be displayed in the file list, along with the files created by you. WARNING!!! We recommend not to activate this option.

  • Page 45: S)Tartup Mode

    Activator 2021 Operation of the Activator power off does not happen if the Activator is powered by the AC adapter or USB port, or if it is connected to a screen reader via Bluetooth. 5.1.10.9 (S)tartup mode Start-up mode determines what the Activator will do after it starts up in work mode. The start-up mode options are provided in the form of radio buttons.

  • Page 46: V)Ibrations

    For vibration, all signals are enabled by default. 5.1.10.11.1 (E)rrors The Activator generates a tone and/or vibration only if an error has occurred. In addition to internal errors, errors can also result from operator mistakes, but these are usually not indicated by any message in Braille.

  • Page 47: D)Ate And Time Format

    Activator 2021 Operation of the Activator 5.1.10.12 (D)ate and time format Any settings specified here will affect the entire System, including the Editor. If you specify the 12-hour format, the time will be displayed in the 12-hour format everywhere; otherwise the 24-hour military time format will be used.

  • Page 48: Dot (F)Irmness

    ATC. You can also adjust the dot firmness within the setting dialog of the Handy Tech Braille driver (see chapter 8.5). Please be aware, that the settings are saved on the Activator, not on the PC. 5.1.10.15 atc s(E)nsitivity When using ATC, we recommend adjusting the ATC sensitivity to your individual needs.

  • Page 49: Use Hid Braille

    This option determines which protocol is used for Handy Tech braille displays on the USB port of the Activator. If checked, the Activator will use the HID Braille protocol on the USB port. In most cases (e.g. operation on a Windows PC running JAWS or NVDA, or on a Mac), this checkmark must be unchecked.

  • Page 50: The Editor

    The Editor provides the following features: • Text input, moving the cursor and setting bookmarks. • Quick transfer of files or text blocks from the Activator to a connected device. • Translation from uncontracted Braille into contracted Braille and reverse.

  • Page 51: Entering And Deleting Text

    Operation of the Activator The Editor uses the following tone signals and/or vibrations that alert you of all successful actions or errors. You can turn off the tone signals and vibrations in the Activator's “(O)ptions” menu.(see chapter 5.1.10.10 and 5.1.10.11).

  • Page 52: Atc Within The Editor

    Braille elements is used to press the [CR] keys. The [CR] keys' shape is designed to facilitate navigation. If you attempt to use the [CR] keys to move beyond the end of a line, the Activator will beep and the cursor will be positioned such that you can continue to enter characters.

  • Page 53: Editing Modes (Spc+2 4 = Chord I)

    If you are in read-only mode and attempt to enter text, the Activator will only generate warning beeps. Read-only mode is specified when opening a file and once it is open, the editing mode cannot be changed. You can set a file to read- only mode in the Editor's setup menu, or you may open any file in read-only mode from within the Editor.

  • Page 54: Status Display (Spc+2 3 4 7 = Chord S)

    Activator 2021 Operation of the Activator 5.2.8 Status Display (SPC+2 3 4 7 = Chord S) The [SPC+2 3 4 7] command allows you to activate the Editor's status display for the current file. The following information is displayed in list form: •...

  • Page 55: Delete Mark (N1/N4 + N3/N6, Select Name, Spc)

    Activator 2021 Operation of the Activator 5.2.11 Delete Mark (N1/N4 + N3/N6, Select Name, SPC) If you want to delete a mark, activate the function for setting a mark by pressing [N1/N4 + N3/N6] at the same time and then select the mark you wish to delete from the list using [SPC + 1] or [SPC + 4].

  • Page 56: Copy (Spc+1 4 = Chord C)

    [SPC+1 2 3 6] (Chord v). The contents of the clipboard remain intact as long as the Activator is in operation, so that you may paste several times, including into other files. However, once the Activator is turned off, the contents of the clipboard are deleted upon turning the device back on.

  • Page 57: Deleting A Text Block (Spc+ 1 3 4 6 7 = Chord X, Spc+1 2 = Chord

    [SPC+1 2 4] (Chord f) again, as long as you do not press [N2]. However, this only applies to the current editing session. Once the Editor is closed or the Activator switched off, the search string will be deleted.

  • Page 58: Buffered Search

    Just as in a buffered search, you will be asked to enter a search term. The message 'Replace:' appears on the Activator. Enter the search term. By pressing [N5], you indicate that you have finished entering the search string and the message 'Replace x with:' appears instead, (x is the previously entered search string).

  • Page 59: Calculator

    The calculation steps can also be saved. To do this, enter [SPC + 2 3 4] (Chord s). The activator suggests a file name from the first characters, but you can change it as you wish before saving.

  • Page 60: Opening Additional Files

    2. Enter the name of the file to be opened in the input field. Please remember that the file name must be entered exactly as it is stored on the Activator, otherwise the file is not found and cannot be opened.

  • Page 61: Suspending The Editor (Spc+1 2 3 4 5 6)

    Editor utilizes certain regions of memory which are needed during file transmissions for processing data. Also, the transfer of certain files causes the Activator to restart. Any open files would not be saved, and all changes would be lost.

  • Page 62: Direkttransfer Of Files Or Blocks Of Text To A Connected Device

    Activator also notes the file's current size while saving it. When the file is opened again, the Activator checks the size to see if it is the same as that recorded at the last save. If it is, the marks and the cursor position will be restored.

  • Page 63: Activating Terminal Mode From The Editor (Spc+2 3 4 5= Chord T)

    4] (Chord m) for a little while (approximately one half second). WARNING!!! Before the Activator can be turned off, the Editor must be closed with all edited files saved. You should therefore always return to the Activator's internal menu by using [SPC+1 3 4] (Chord m) in order to ascertain the status of the Editor.

  • Page 64: Window Scrolling (Global)

    In contrast, if you specify the highest possible value (40), the Activator will react just like the older versions of Braille system software: the entire line will be rebuilt every time you move beyond it.

  • Page 65: Dialog Timeout (Global)

    5.2.24.7 Result Position [e] This option affects the calculator function of your Activator. For the calculator function in the Editor, the position of the calculation result can be set. The letter [e] stands here for the setting in the Editor.

  • Page 66: Margin Action (Global)

    This option is appropriate if you want to ensure that a file is formatted exactly like it was on the Activator once it has been transmitted to your word processing program on the PC. The disadvantage here is that you cannot delete...

  • Page 67: Tab Stops (Global)

    Valid arguments for this value are from 0 up to the maximum number of positions on your Activator (40). If you specify 0, either a tab character or the number of spaces set under 'Tab Width' (see next section) will be inserted into the text each time you input the tab character, independent of your position within the text.

  • Page 68: Insert Cursor (Global)

    Activator 2021 Operation of the Activator 5.2.24.17 Insert Cursor (Global) Here you can specify the form the cursor should take in insert mode. This means you also specify the cursor shape in overwrite mode at the same time, since the overwrite cursor always takes the shape not chosen for the insert cursor.

  • Page 69: Step Size (Global)

    Here the valid settings are between 0 and the maximum number of positions available on the Activator (40), but both 0 and 1 refer to the first Braille module. The default setting here is always the center of the display (20).

  • Page 70: Braille Input With The Braille Keys In The Screen Reader [Spc+1 2 7] (Chord

    Braille keys of the Activator in Braille. You can activate and deactivate the PC control separately. This is necessary because the Braille keys of the Activator are used to control the PC as well as to trigger screen reader functions. The following functionalities are available here: •...

  • Page 71: Table Of Key Commands For Controlling The Pc

    1, 2 or SPC+2 3 7, z. The cursor routing keys are abbreviated as CR (e.g. CR12 = cursor routing key above Braille module 12). PC Key(s) Chord Emulated on the Activator by Commands Activate/deactivate PC Chord B...
  • Page 72 Activator 2021 Operation of the Activator PC Key(s) Chord Emulated on the Activator by Commands SPC + 2 3 4 7 again Previous word (Ctrl SPC + 3 Cursor left) Next word (Ctrl + Cursor SPC + 6 right) Page Up...

  • Page 73: The Folding Computer Keyboard

    Activator 2021 The folding computer keyboard The folding computer keyboard If you fold up the support feet on the right and left of the Braille keyboard, you can unfold the Braille keyboard to the rear and a standard computer keyboard is in front of you. With tactile feel bars for better orientation, the f and j, 6 and arrow down keys are marked.

  • Page 74: The Activator As A Braille Display

    New versions of the respective operating systems may extend these functions. Starting the Screen Reader with [SPCC]. Starting the screen reader directly is possible with Activator. After turning on Activator, you can enter PC shortcut keys when the start-up message is displayed. The [SPCC] key can now be used as a Ctrl key.

  • Page 75: Overview

    There is more text on the left and right in the window line 7.2.1 Overview This table lists all functions associated with the Braille and control keys on the Activator. We have not included an exhaustive description of each of the functions, because these are contained in the JAWS for Windows User Guide.
  • Page 76 Activator 2021 The Activator as a Braille Display Control Key/Braille Dot Function [2 3] Beginning of line [5 6] End of line [1 2 3] Top of file [4 5 6] End of file [3 6 7] Speech interruption on/off...

  • Page 77: Voiceover: Screen Reader For Apple Ios Devices

    VoiceOver: Screen reader for Apple iOS Devices Activator is directly supported by the Screen reader VoiceOver included in iPhone, iPod, iPad or Mac. How to connect Activator to an iPhone is described in chapter 2.5.2 Bluetooth Apple iOS Device Tie-In.
  • Page 78 Activator 2021 The Activator as a Braille Display Control Key/Braille Dot Function [SPC + 1 7] iPad only Move to previous container [SPC + 4 or 5] Moves through the list [SPC + 2] Pan Braille to the left [SPC + 5]...

  • Page 79: Operation Settings For Handy Tech Braille Displays

    The universal Handy Tech Braille display driver features several settings for operating your Activator with your PC and screen reader. In order to open the Settings window, activate the [1 8] keys simultaneously. The Settings window can also be started up from the Start menu, under "Programs –...

  • Page 80: Atc

    If you do, you will receive the message e.g. "Searching Activator" in short intervals. The Activator's integrated ATC technology detects your reading position on the Braille display which allows for innovative features in the operation and control of the PC.

  • Page 81: Key Actions

    Operation Settings for Handy Tech Braille Displays Key Actions This tab sheet allows you to adjust the behavior of each key of your Activator on press in the following three different ways: • Key Lock: Keys defined as locked will be ignored when pressed.

  • Page 82: Miscellaneous

    Info In the ”Info“ tab sheet you find important information about your Activator and the driver software you are using. In the field ”Active display“ you find the type of Braille display you are using, the interface it is connected to and its serial number.

  • Page 83: Active Tactile Control (Atc)

    Active Tactile Control (ATC) Active Tactile Control (ATC) The Activator's integrated ATC technology now makes it possible for the first time to detect the Braille dots that you touch. By evaluating the pressure on the individual tactile elements, your reading position on the Braille line can be determined. Using various assistive functions that can be customized, your reading position can be employed to control the screen reader.

  • Page 84: Atc Assistant For Reading Or Learning

    Activator 2021 Active Tactile Control (ATC) any name for this protocol file. The default file name is “HtAtc.log”. Generating the reading protocol stops only when you deactivate this "Generate protocol" option again or when you quit the screen reader. The protocol file can be scanned and analysed by an evaluation program later.

  • Page 85: Tips For Utilizing Atc To Learn Braille

    Activator 2021 Active Tactile Control (ATC) The time period after which the ATC-function will identify your reading status as "resting" can also be customized. This value is specified in milliseconds. You can further control the speech output by checking or unchecking the checkboxes "Speak word only at end of word"...

  • Page 86: Atc-Monitor Settings

    Activator 2021 Active Tactile Control (ATC) In the default settings, the Assistant Mode is "Reading". You can turn ATC off again by entering the same key combination. Automatic scrolling is the default setting. The active cursor should be tracking the Braille display in order to make automatic scrolling of the text possible.

  • Page 87: Battery Management

    Activator is connected to a wall outlet or if the Activator is connected via USB to a computer that is switched on. Recharging via a power outlet takes approximately 3 hours if the batteries were empty.

  • Page 88: Automatic Recognition Of Low Voltage

    (O)ptions menu (see chapter 5.1.10.10 (T)one signals and 5.1.10.11 (V)ibrations). When the lowest limit for the battery voltage has been reached at about 3 V, your Activator turns itself off. However, even in this state it uses up a small amount of electricity. You should therefore never leave the Activator in this state for longer than one day.

  • Page 89: Important Information

    3. A fatal error was detected: It is necessary to reformat the entire flash disk. In the case of a warning, the Activator will output the following message on the display: ’Warning when initializing file system, Backup recommended!’ As soon as this message has been confirmed by pressing [N2], a message appears showing the version number of the file system, the identification number of the error that was detected and a description of the error.

  • Page 90: Saving Files In Case Of Fatal Errors

    Instead, turn off the Activator and restart it in SAVE mode by pressing and holding the on/off button for more than 5 seconds. Load the previous firmware version into the Activator.

  • Page 91: Handling The Activator

    Help Tech directly. Only an authorized Handy Tech dealer has permission to service the device. Avoid switching your Activator on immediately after moving it from a cold room into a warm environment. Under unfavourable conditions, condensation might ruin the device. Wait until the device has warmed to room temperature before turning it on.

  • Page 92: Warranty

    Damaged lithium-ion batteries have to be disposed in appropriate containers immediately. Your Activator will reward you if you take care to operate it with clean hands because otherwise the tactile pins can become sticky and may release only if prodded.

  • Page 93: List Of Key Combinations

    Activator 2021 List of Key Combinations List of Key Combinations The following list contains all important functions with their key combinations. The digits in the right column refer to Braille dots. 12.1 Navigating the Menu System Function Keys One menu item to the left...

  • Page 94: Keys In Terminal Mode

    Activator 2021 List of Key Combinations beginning of block Cut block Chord x (SPC+1 3 4 6) Copy block Chord c (SPC+1 4) Delete block (without copying) Chord X (SPC+1 3 4 6 7) or SPC+1 2 Paste block Chord v (SPC+1 2 3 6)
  • Page 95 Activator 2021 List of Key Combinations Delete character left of cursor Backspace Set beginning of block Ctrl+Enter Copy block Ctrl+c Cut block Ctrl+x Delete block (without copying) Ctrl+X or Backspace Paste block Ctrl+v Exchange mark and cursor Ctrl+Tab Status display...

  • Page 96: Error Messages

    Error Messages Error Messages This section contains the error messages that can be displayed on the Activator. Some messages are always in English because they are not part of the message files. They come directly from the firmware because they must be always available.

  • Page 97: General Errors

    The file system can only be restored by reformatting the device. Note: In the first case, you can turn off your Activator, reload the old firmware and transfer all of your valuable files to the PC. In the second case you have no remedy other than reformatting the flash disk.

  • Page 98: Warnings And Messages

    “HTSYS”. All saved files will have been deleted. "WRN: KBD layout not found. Using standard layout." Cause: During the Activator's start up procedure no valid keyboard layout table was found for the selected language. Result: The default internal German table will be used.

  • Page 99: Editor Messages

    The possible results depend on which file you are attempting to delete. For example, if you delete the file containing the Braille character sets, that file will be regenerated once the Activator has been turned off and back on again and you must then download the needed character sets again.
  • Page 100 Enter a value within the specified permissible range. "Out of disk space" Cause: While you are working within the Editor, the Activator determines whether the available memory is sufficient to save all of the open files. If this is not the case, this message is issued.
  • Page 101 Try to re-enter the file name. It is important to note that the file name must be entered with exactly the same spelling under which it is stored on the Activator. If the result is again negative, you can suspend the Editor and open the file from the file list.
  • Page 102 Activator 2021 Error Messages complications. The configuration file contains the version number for this reason. If it does not match the Editor's internal version number, the configuration file is deleted and then regenerated. Although this causes the loss of all configuration settings saved for a file, such as marks, it is necessary because of safety concerns.

  • Page 103: Copyright Notice

    Activator 2021 Copyright Notice Copyright Notice All rights reserved, copyright Help Tech GmbH. No portion of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior written permission from Help Tech GmbH. Handy Tech is a trademark of Help Tech GmbH.

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