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OPTION 2: The Handle-Stand Option ..........21 Using the Carry Strap Holders ................. 22 Using an External Computer ................23 PRC Bluetooth Wireless Adapter ............23 USB Cable .................... 24 Wireless Internet Connection (Wi-Fi) ............. 26 Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection ........26 IR Setup ......................
Status Display Area when your device is turned on. You can also download the latest version of the NuVoice Software Manual to your computer from the PRC web site: www.prentrom.com. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 7...
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Display Screen (on side of device) Camera On LED TOOLS/HOME Camera HDMI port on side of case) FRONT OF DEVICE Carry Strap Holders POWER button Switch ports 2 USB ports HDMI port Battery Charger Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 8...
IMPORTANT NOTE: PRC has tested and recommends that you use the following HDMI cable with your Accent. You can purchase this cable from PRC by calling the Sales Department (800-262- 1933), or you can go to www.prentrom.com, select Accent 800, select Accessories. The cable is Part# 17093.
This stylus is made specifically for a capacitive touch screen. Anything else will harm your touch screen and may cause your device to stop working. In addition to the stylus that came with your device, PRC offers a bundle of six styli for sale in the Web store, www.prentrom.com...
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2 USB Ports Battery Charger Wire Stand Carry Strap Loop Holders Mini USB port Install optional mounting plate for wired computer here connection POWER button Switch ports 2 USB ports HDMI port Battery Charger Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 11...
Always use the battery charger that came with your device. Any other charger may damage your batteries. A battery charger came with your device. Plug the small end of the charger cable in here. Plug the larger end into a working wall outlet. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 12...
Headphone Connector Plug headphones in here. IR Area Infrared (IR) capability is automatically enabled with the Accent ™ You can teach infrared signals for almost any appliance you own that has a remote control. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 13...
“Carry” position and the Wire Stand inserted for use as the stand. For information about converting to the adjustable Handle-Stand option, see Handle/Stand Options. Carry Strap Holders Using the Carry Strap Holders for directions on using a carry strap. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 14...
IMPORTANT NOTE: Some HDMI cables do not work well with the Accent. PRC offers a cable that has been tested to work with the Accent. You can purchase it from PRC by calling the Sales Department, 800-262-1933. Ask for part# 17093; or go to www.prentrom.com, select Accent 800, select Accessories.) If you prefer to search online for a cable, we highly recommend that you...
• Select Project to a Second Screen. (The default is Duplicate.) • Select Extend. • Close the menu. When you plug in a USB mouse it will travel between the two screens depending on which one you are using. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 16...
Install the Mounting Plate Remove the three screws from the mounting plate area of your device. Keep these screws in a safe place in case you need to use them again. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 17...
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Place the mounting plate over the three holes. Attach the mounting plate using the screws that came in the bag with the plate. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 18...
Handle/Stand Options This Accent product comes with two different handle and stand options. Option 1. The Accent 800 is shipped with the handle in the carrying position and the 2 position wire stand attached. Option 2. This option provides for an adjustable handle/stand combination. This option allows the handle to be moved into 4 different stand positions.
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Slide the cup washer over the screw as shown below and re-insert in handle and tighten the screw. Small washer Cup washer (open side) Handle Stand screw Cup washer (flat side) Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 20...
Trying to adjust the Handle/Stand without pulling the handle out as shown below may damage the handle and post mechanism. Pull out and rotate Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 21...
Before You Plug In the Adapter Notice that the wireless adapter has a PRC label on one side and a label with a white circle and an arrow pointing down on the other. The circle label covers a small switch called the "pair button".
• If your device and your computer are not already On, turn them On now. On your Device • Select the HOME/TOOLS key on the right side of the front of the case or select the TOOLS key to the right of the Text Display Area. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 24...
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• Set Output Destination to EXTERNAL. • Set Output Method to USB. • Set Host Computer to the type of computer you are using: IBM (PC) or Mac. • Select OK to exit the menu. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 25...
You can set up your device for a wireless Internet connection. You must have access to a local Wi-Fi network. Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection IMPORTANT NOTE: PRC is not responsible for the set-up of your wireless network. In this device Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are always ON. ...
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• You see a list of available networks to connect to and their signal strength. If you are at home, your home network should be visible. If you are at school or work, you will probably see more networks to choose from. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 27...
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• Exit the menu and go to the Internet to test the connection. We recommend that you use Mozilla Firefox for your internet browser. The Mozilla icon is on your Windows display screen Most MAPS also have the Firefox icon on the Computer Pages. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 28...
IR Setup Infrared (IR) capability is automatically enabled with the Accent 800. Infrared signals can be learned for almost any appliance that has a remote control. The IR areas for the device are located on the top of the Standard Connector Module on the back of the device.
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• Make sure the IR area on the Accent is facing towards the appliance that will receive the signal. • Select the device remote from the vocabulary screen • Select the desired function. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 30...
POWER button to turn your device back on. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are not able to press the POWER button, set Auto Sleep to OFF so that your device never goes to sleep. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 31...
Battery Troubleshooting There is a slight risk of explosion if you replace the batteries with an incorrect type. Call the PRC Service Department before replacing the batteries: 330-262-1990; 800-262-1990. Outside the United States, call your local distributor. Use only the battery charger that came with your device. Other chargers may damage the batteries in your device.
• Tap Settings icon • Tap the Power icon • Select Restart; Do not select Shutdown. If you have access to a USB keyboard: • Plug the keyboard into a USB port on the Accent Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 33...
Internet access, programs, hardware drivers, etc. Whether you have an integrated or dedicated device, it is always a good idea to call the PRC Service Department first to tell the technician what is happening with your device. There may be another solution.
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Update NuVoice During the Restore process, NuVoice is reset to the version that was current when the device was We recommend that you update NuVoice. built or last serviced. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 35...
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• Plug a USB flash drive into your computer. • Go to www.prentrom.com/downloads/updates • Find the lastest Accent 800 update and download it to your computer desktop. You can also download update instructions. • Copy the downloaded software update to your USB drive.
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• The voice on the phone will give you blocks of numbers in return. • Type these numbers into the blocks on your screen as you receive them. • Click on Next when asked. • Click on Finish. • Close the program. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 37...
Please dispose of your device in accordance with local, state and/or federal electronic recycling laws. Battery Disposal If the batteries in your device need to be replaced, dispose of the old batteries properly. Follow your local, state and/or country regulations for the disposal of batteries. Accent 800 Hardware Manual Page 38...
Try using the device. If it does not work, you must call the PRC Service Department. Tell them what happened. They may ask you to send in your device for servicing.
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