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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content General remarks 1. First use 1.1. Introduction 1.2. Safety instructions 1.3. Scope of delivery 1.4. Charging the battery 1.5. Switching on / off 2. How SPECTATOR functions 2.1. Product Function Diagram 2.2. OPERATION 3. Connect to the PC 3.1. Minimum systems requirements 3.2.

  • Page 4: General Remarks

    The components cannot be serviced by the user. If the device does not function properly it must be examined by a qualified staff mem- ber of the JOBO Technical Service. In this context please observe the warranty conditions listed in Chapter 4.
  • Page 5 because otherwise the danger of electrical shocks, of fire or of short circuits will increase. - Do not place the drive next to other electrical devices like television sets, ra- dios or loudspeakers as this may impair the functioning of these other devices. - Do not place the drive next to sources of magnetic interferences like computer screens, television sets or loudspeakers.

  • Page 6: First Use

    The integrated Li-Ion battery makes the SPECTATOR your ideal companion with which you can store, view and show your photos wherever you are. For more information on all JOBO premium class storage products please go to www.jobo.com 1.2. Safety instructions The hard disk of the SPECTATOR is factory-formatted.

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    1.3. Scope of delivery The package contains the following parts: - JOBO SPECTATOR - integrated battery - integrated hard disk - mains adapter - driver CD including software - USB cable - video cable - manual 1.4. Charging the battery The device has an integrated Li-Ion battery with 2000 mAh.

  • Page 8: Switching On / Off

    1.5. Switching on / off 1.5.1. Switching on SPECTATOR On the right-hand side there is the „ON / OFF” sliding switch by which to switch on SPECTATOR. In order to avoid switching on the device by mistake the switch needs to be held in the “ON” position for 2 seconds to activate the device. Make sure that the battery is sufficiently charged.

  • Page 9: How Spectator Functions

    2. How SPECTATOR functions 2.1. Product Function Diagram In order to familiarize you with SPECTATOR all keys and their functions are explai- ned in the following diagram: RESET : Restart the machine Power : Pull 3 seconds to turn on or turn off Hold : Lock the current status (except On/Off button) TV Out...

  • Page 10: Operation

    2.2. OPERATION 2.2.1. COPYING FILES to Hard Disk After power on, the start up screen will give you three modes to choose from. The device is also immediately in standby mode to copy files from memory cards to internal Hard Disk. If you insert a card then press the file will be copied to Hard Disk automatically.

  • Page 11: File Mode

    Important: Under no circumstances should you remove the memory card during the copying process. This may lead to the complete freezing of the SPECTATOR which can only be released by a Reset. For a copying process involving a large data volume it is recommended to check the battery capacity by observing the battery symbol on the display.
  • Page 12 2.2.2.2. Functions of buttons in FILE mode In the FILE mode the buttons have the following functions: a.) down to next folder in folder structure b.) pan after zoom to right side a.) up to previous folder in folder structure b.) pan after zoom to left side a.) Select a file or folder in folder structure b.) confirm to display an image...
  • Page 13 The red highlighted button for example “copy” can be confirmed by pressing the button. After doing so the menu disappears, this is also the confirmation that the process has worked. If you choose the “delete” button, there is a security step added. Once you con- firmed “delete”...

  • Page 14: Image Mode

    Press: to finally delete the file or folder to go back to previous menu. 2.2.3. IMAGE MODE The image mode gives you all the possibilities to view your images: You can preview the images, there is a thumbnail view, slideshow mode, zoom function and you can use the “TV out”...
  • Page 15 2.2.3.2 Functions of buttons in IMAGE mode In the IMAGE mode the buttons have the following functions: a.) next picture b.) down to next folder in folder structure c.) pan after zoom to right side a.) previous picture b.) up to previous folder in folder structure c.) pan after zoom to left side a.) Select a file or folder in folder structure b.) confirm to display an image...
  • Page 16 2.2.3.4 Thumbnail view / Slideshow mode When you have selected a folder, press button for thumbnail view. Then 8 pictures are displayed on the screen. You can move through the whole folder by using the buttons: To start the slideshow press button again and the slideshow will start auto- matically.
  • Page 17 2.2.4.1 Select SYSTEM mode On the start up screen you can use the buttons three modes; FILE, IMAGE or SYSTEM mode. To confirm press the selected mode is highlighted in red. 2.2.4.2 Functions of buttons in SYSTEM mode In the SYSTEM mode the buttons have the following functions: change options selecting functions takes you back to main menu...
  • Page 18 You can update the firmware if there is a new release with new functions. Warnings: If you wish to update the firmware to a new version, please download a correct updated firmware from JOBO first and store it on a memory card; insert the memory card in the slot, and press time, the screen will turn black but it still works (LED power light on).
  • Page 19 2.2.5. SPECTATOR as external HDD or USB card reader Connect the SPECTATOR to your computer with the USB cable. Then you can select that the device will be identified as an HDD or CARD REARDER. Press button to confirm your choice. After confirming your choice the device will power off automatically and the screen will turn black Your computer will now automatically recognize the connected device.

  • Page 20: Connect To The Pc

    It is imperative that this is done in the FAT32 format. For Windows XP you need the program „Swissknife“ or „FAT32API.exe“ in order to do the formatting. You will find the „FAT32API.exe“ program under www.jobo. com (SPECTATOR formatting program) and „Swissknife“ on the enclosed driver CD.
  • Page 21 (WIN 2000, ME, XP). The installation is either automatic or after inserting the CD you can activate the program with > Start / Execute / Jobo / Swissknife / and a double click on „Swissknife.exe“. All the installation queries can be confirmed. The computer may have to be re-started after the installation.
  • Page 22 All data on the hard disk is now deleted and you can proceed to re-format. Important settings for the re-formatting process: The File System must be adjusted to FAT 32 > 2 Under Volume label enter the name SPECTATOR and this drive description will then also appear in the connection with the computer in the drive structure >...

  • Page 23: Connect To Pc

    3.6 Connect to PC If there are any problems in the USB connection to the PC or MAC these can be removed by connecting a USB HUB between the SPECTATOR and the computer.

  • Page 24: Warranty And Service

    JOBO AG repair workshop - Damage caused by natural disasters (acts of God) - A hard disk change during the warranty period must only be performed by JOBO. Such a change by any other party will entail the loss of all warranty claims.

  • Page 25: Contact/Service

    If you want to make any claims under the warranty you are asked to contact the Technical Service of JOBO AG. You will be expected to quote the serial number of the JOBO product and may also have to submit proof of purchase to show that the warranty period has not yet elapsed.

  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    - When you use the hard disk please make sure to operate the file correctly. If you lose any file because of wrong operation we will not assume any responsibility. - Regarding your personal data stored in the machine we suggest that you copy it to your PC in time - Hard disk partition should be at most 3, because you may not see the files stored outside the third partition in the machine;...
  • Page 28 JOBO AG • 51645 Gummersbach • Kölner Straße 58 • Tel: 02261 / 545-0 • Fax: 02261 / 545-46 • Mail: info@jobo.com • www.jobo.com • 07007 (86 554...

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