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General Description

The digital-talking book player is used to play audiobooks stored on USB flash-drive cartridges. These players are
supplied to eligible patrons through a network of co-operating libraries under the program administered by the
National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress in executing United States
Public Law 89-522.
The player is able to play digital-talking books (DTBs) structured in ANSI/NISO Z39.86-2002, DAISY 2.02, or
CEA-2003 formats. The player can play audio files stored as AMR-WB+, MPEG I/Layer 3 (MP3) and RIFF WAV
format, either as part of a talking book or as stand-alone audio files.
The user operates the player using a number of buttons located on the top surface. In addition several player functions
occur automatically in response to patron actions or inactions. The player automatically powers on and gives an
audible greeting when the patron plugs the power cord into a live AC power outlet. When powered on, the player will
start or resume the playing of a DTB automatically when the cartridge is inserted into the player. When operating on
battery power and not playing a book, the player will turn off after 30 minutes of inactivity.
There are two models of the digital-talking book player, the Standard Model (DS1) and the Advanced Model (DA1).
Features Common to Both Models
The Rewind, Play/Stop, and Fast Forward controls are centered and located close to the front edge of the player.
These primary controls are used to start and stop the book and to move the reading position.
Tone Up
Tone Down
Sleep
Power
On/Off
Rewind
Play/Stop
Fast
Forward
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Figure 1-1. Standard Player (DS1)
Digital Talking-Book Player
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Speed Up
Speed Down
Assistive Technology
USB Socket
Headphone Socket
Volume Up
Volume Down
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