3 Operation..........................9 4 Screen............................9 Safety 1 Safety............................. 10 Getting started 1 What's in the Allora 3 box?..................... 11 2 First use..........................11 3 Fitting the keyguard.........................11 4 Switching on the device......................12 5 Switching off the device completely..................12 6 Typing text and speaking it out....................12 7 Keyboard shortcuts........................
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Adding an infrared appliance............................24 Changing the name and length of the code for an infrared appliance.................24 Training an infrared code............................... 25 Using the Allora 3 to control an appliance via infrared......................25 8 Controlling a computer remotely....................25 9 Importing a note........................26 10 Exporting a note........................26...
Finding your device IP address............................38 Enabling or disabling flight mode........................... 38 Connecting with an appliance via Bluetooth........................39 Installing Macro Server..............................39 Connecting the Hey_ with the Allora 3..........................39 The Hey_ settings................................39 8 Backup and restore........................ 40 Create a backup................................40 Restore a backup................................40...
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Allora 3 2 Disposal..........................44 Index...
This extension is not suitable for clinical, therapeutic or diagnostic use. The Allora 3 is portable but you can also mount it to a wheelchair. To facilitate portability, it is equipped with a carry case. The Allora 3 is easy to operate and has extensive functions to support communication.
Allora 3 Figure 1: Allora 3 identi cation plate Technical data Technical data Allora 3 Specification Explanation Touchscreen • 8.8 inch touchscreen • Resolution: 1,920 x 480 pixels Partner display • 4 inch • White OLED Keyboard Rubberized backlit keyboard. The back light brightness is controlled by the light sensor.
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Allora 3 Specification Explanation Audio • 1 integrated microphone • 2 integrated speakers Power supply adapter USB-C charger 5 V - 15 W Memory 16 GB Introduction Technical data...
Allora 3 Description and operation Introducing the Allora 3 Figure 2: Front view Identification Explanation Light sensor The light sensor measures the ambient light intensity and on this basis illuminates the keyboard. USB-C You can charge the device using this port.
The Allora 3 comes as standard with one language. As an option, the Allora 3 can be loaded with extra languages. Operation Using the keyboard and/or the touchscreen of the Allora 3, the user can create a message, which is read out with a high- quality voice utilizing text-to-speech technology.
Allora 3 Safety Safety CAUTION When mounting the device to a wheelchair, ensure that the device is securely fastened and additionally locked, so that it cannot accidentally fall off with a shock or impact. ENVIRONMENT The device uses a battery. Ensure the device is safely disposed of. Observe the waste regulations that apply in your region.
Allora 3 Getting started What's in the Allora 3 box? The Allora 3 is supplied with the following parts: • Power adapter with plug and cable • Carry case • Strap • Keyguard (1) and clips (2) Figure 4: Keyguard and clips First use The device is adequately charged on delivery.
Press the key until the on/off indicator lights up. The device first displays the start-up screen with the Jabbla slogan We all have a voice. When the cursor flashes, the device is ready for use. The device starts up immediately from sleep mode.
Allora 3 Keyboard shortcuts NOTE Press the keys in succession. You do not need to hold down the FN or Shift key. Keyboard shortcuts Function Enter a special character. Set the volume. Set the brightness of the touchscreen. Set the size of the letters on your screen.
Allora 3 Start to type the word or sentence. The predicted words/sentences are displayed at the bottom of the screen. Choose one of the following options: • Using the touchscreen: tap on the word or sentence. • Using the keyboard: press the digit stated next to the word or sentence.
Allora 3 Deleting a note Press Do one of the following: • Via the touchscreen: Check and hold down the note until the Delete note dialog box opens. Confirm with • Using the keyboard: Select the note using the arrow keys.
Confirm with Selecting an item without using the touchscreen The method for selecting an item without using the touchscreen, is the same in each menu of the Allora 3. Go to the menu item that you wish to select. For example, notes, quickfire messages, messages, the menu, etc.
Allora 3 Press Automatically translate the text that has been entered and have it read out To automatically translate text, you must: • be connected to a Wi-Fi network, • have selected a language you want to translate into. You can automatically translate text that has been entered and have it read out if translation mode is enabled.
Allora 3 Control Put the device manually into sleep mode Sleep mode is an energy-saving mode that allows you to quickly wake up the device again. You can also set if and when the device automatically enters sleep mode. Briefly press Wake the device from sleep mode The device is in sleep mode when the screen is off and the on/off indicator is lit.
Red, when the battery needs to be recharged. Control options Keyboard control The Allora 3 can be operated using just the keyboard. • Use the keyboard to draft some text or a message. To type a capital letter, you first press Shift and then the letter. You do not have to keep Shift depressed.
Switching on your device's Bluetooth To be able to establish a connection between a different appliance, for example your mobile phone, and the Allora 3, you must switch on Bluetooth on both devices.
+ H to end the call. Answering or declining an incoming call If a call comes in then everything on the Allora 3 is interrupted and the message appears that there is an incoming call. Do one of the following: •...
, Send text. Proceed to step 9. Select or press + F to switch the Allora 3 microphone on or off. Use your device to communicate with the person that you have called. You can prepare your message in advance.
Allora 3 Messages. Choose A list of the most recent text conversations appears. Select the desired text conversation. Choose Type your message in. Choose to add an emoticon. Choose to send the message or choose if you do not wish to send the message.
Allora 3 Figure 8: Infrared receiver Figure 9: Infrared transmitter Adding an infrared appliance Connectivity > Infrared. Press and select Choose to add an infrared appliance. Enter the name of the appliance. For example, TV living room Confirm with Specify the length of the code.
You first need to install the Macro Server application on the computer that you want to control. • You need an Internet connection to be able to control the computer. Both the computer and the Allora 3 must be on the same network.
Allora 3 You can prepare your text in the editor. Your text appears in the top cell on the left of the screen after you have chosen Remote computer. NOTE Select an arrow and the mouse moves in the direction of arrow until you select the arrow again or until you select Importing a note You can create notes on your computer as txt files and import these notes to the device using a USB stick.
Allora 3 Settings General settings Change the date If the device is connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi, then the date and the time are automatically set and you cannot change the date and time. Press Select General > Date / time.
Allora 3 Select the desired time format. Confirm with Set the menu language Press Select General. Select Menu > Menu language. Select the language. Confirm with Password-protecting the settings You can set a password so that the device user is no longer able to make changes to the settings. The user can only the set the device to make calls or send/receive text messages.
Allora 3 1.11 Show system information When speaking to the Jabbla technical support team you may be asked to supply the version number of the software on your device. The system information contains: • The version of the software •...
Allora 3 Confirm with Set the speed of the voice Press Speech > Speed. Select Use the slider to set the desired speed of the voice to between 10% and 100%. Confirm with Setting the volume You can also change the volume via...
Allora 3 Immediately have each word that you enter read out You can specify that each word that you type is immediately read out after you have pressed the spacebar. A word that you select from the word prediction is also immediately read out. You can set at what volume the word is to be read out.
Enabling or disabling word prediction learning When word learning is enabled, there is an increased probability that a word will be predicted the more your use it. NOTE The Allora 3 only learns new words from sentences when they are also read out! Press Select Prediction >...
Allora 3 Enabling or disabling sentence prediction learning Press Select Prediction > Learn sentences while typing. • : you can teach the device new sentences. Select Prediction > Prediction > How to... to find out how to do this. •...
(at night or in the evening). The Allora 3 will remember this setting for each lighting mode. For example: in the evening with poor light you can have the keyboard lighting adjusted to 75%.
Allora 3 Display > Touchscreen. Select Select Active to disable the touchscreen. The Off status appears and you will now have to do everything using the keyboard. Enabling the touchscreen You can enable the touchscreen by performing all of the following steps using the keyboard.
(during the daytime or in a well-lit room) or in a dark environment (at night or in the evening). The Allora 3 will remember this setting for each lighting mode. For example: in the evening with poor light you have the brightness of the touchscreen adjusted to 75%.
Allora 3 5.10 Show capital letters on the touchscreen Display > All capitals. Press and select • : everything is displayed in capitals. • : lowercase letters are not changed to capitals. 5.11 Enabling or disabling automatic capitalization of letters You can configure it so that when typing, the first letter of a sentence is automatically converted to a capital letter.
Allora 3 Show all capitals on the partner display Partner display > All capitals. Press and select • : everything is displayed in capitals. • : lowercase letters are not changed to capitals. Show or hide text on the partner display while typing...
Finding your device IP address on page 38. Check whether the first three groups of numbers in the IP address are the same for the Allora 3 as for the computer that you wish to operate. For example 192.168.60.32 Connecting the Hey_ with the Allora 3 Switch on the Hey_.
Allora 3 Settings More info This enables you to select to display everything on the display of the Hey_ in uppercase. All capitals Backup and restore Create a backup You can create a backup and keep it locally on the device or externally using a USB drive.
Clean the carry case with a dry or slightly damp cloth or a soft hand brush. Troubleshooting Finding the Allora 3 serial number In your dealings with the support department, you will be asked to supply the serial number of your device.
Allora 3 Example: AL3 1001 Figure 10: Identi cation plate NOTE You can also search for the serial number of the Allora 3 via the system info. See Retrieving the version of the software on page 42. Retrieving the version of the software In your dealings with the support department, you will be asked to supply the software version on your device.
Allora 3 Confirm with Troubleshooting Problem Solution The touchscreen is slow or is not working properly. • Restart the device to correct any software errors. • Clean the touchscreen. See Cleaning the device page 41. • An acceptance time or delay after making a selection may have been set.
Switching off the device completely on page 12. Remove the Allora 3 from the mounting (if applicable). Take the Allora 3 out of the carry case (if applicable). Remove the charger. Disposal Do not dispose of the device with the household waste! Use specific collection systems to reduce the ecological impact.
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Call or text stop automatic replace select Acceptance time Control touchscreen keyboard Accessories touchscreen Accessory Appliance control via infrared Audio send to Hey_ / Allora 3 DAESSY 6, 8, Date change change format Decommissioning Backup create Delay after selection restore Delete Battery...
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Allora 3 Getting started Macro Server installing Maintenance cleaning repair Malfunction Headphone Menu socket set language Help Message consult as part of existing text conversation Hey_ delete connect forward read out Home automation retrieve recent select send to contact send to telephone number...
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Allora 3 Password set to change wake from sleep mode delete wake from sleep mode via touchscreen forgotten Software retrieve version Sound Phone mute / switch on connect with device Sound effect Power supply adapter play connection Prediction Speaker 8,...
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Allora 3 Update check for technical data USB-C port device prohibited Version software Vocal emoji play Voice select set speed use own voice Volume Weight Wi-Fi Word add / delete explanation change pronunciation delete from prediction delete from pronunciation dictionary...
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