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  • Page 1 User Manual...

  • Page 2: Smart Reader Introduction & Notice

    Prior to using this system, please carefully review and follow the instructions provided within this booklet. Your Smart Reader is ready to use right out of the box. By reviewing all Smart Reader features and controls before use and following the directions carefully, you’ll be able to enjoy all the great benefits from your purchase.
  • Page 3 FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Smart Reader Control Console & Definitions ........

  • Page 5: Safety And Care

    Precautions for Use • Follow all warnings, cautions, and instructions marked on the product. • Use the Smart Reader on a stable, level surface such as a solid desk or table, according to its intended design specifications. • Avoid placing the Smart Reader on an unstable table, cart or stand. It may fall causing serious damage to the unit or bodily injury.
  • Page 6 • Do not use the Smart Reader in, near or around water. The Smart Reader is not designed to offer protection against contact with liquids of any kind.
  • Page 7 (Please avoid trying to Shut Down the device by spontaneously removing from power) • Ensure that your Smart Reader is completely OFF before cleaning. • Clean the Smart Reader with a soft dry cloth or an electrostatic dusting cloth. DO NOT use liquid cleaners on its plastic surfaces.

  • Page 9: Smart Reader And Accessories

    Smart Reader And Accessories *For More information about your control console please refer to pages 10-15 of this manual.
  • Page 10 4. Camera Arm 5. Camera Arm Release Button 6. Smart Reader 12V power supply (This item is not provided with Smart Reader with 13 inch Monitor bundle) 7. Smart Reader Power Cord (power cord style may vary based upon country and is not...

  • Page 11: Smart Reader Console Configuration

    Smart Reader Console Configuration Control Console Introduction The Control Console and the Included Console Cover are required to use the Smart Reader (both of which are shown on page 8 item #8 of this manual). Familiarizing yourself with the Console will be helpful because how you configure the console will affect your user experience.
  • Page 12 Simple Controls Enabled Advanced Control Scheme The Smart Reader has a lot to offer when it comes to customization which is covered in the rest of this manual. If you have used the Simple Control Console and are comfortable with it, you may start by trying out some of the advanced features that are available.

  • Page 13: Smart Reader Control Console & Definitions

    Smart Reader Simple Control Console Zoom While In OCR Mode Brightness & Pause/Play Mode OCR Speed Volume OCR/Capture...
  • Page 14 SIMPLE CONTROL CONSOLE BUTTONS DEFINED 1. OCR/Capture – Press to capture an image for OCR. Press again to exit out of OCR and back to desktop/live mode. This allows you to Start and Stop the OCR Readback. 2. Zoom Wheel – Turn clockwise/counter-clockwise to increase/decrease the zoom level (Zoom is Possible only while in OCR Readback Mode with connected Display).
  • Page 15 Smart Reader Advanced Control Console Zoom While In OCR Mode Brightness Mode OCR / Capture OCR Speed Volume Find Next Line Previous Line Recall Save Pause/Play See the following Page for Advanced Console Controls in Detail Control Console...
  • Page 16 Press again to exit out of OCR and back to desktop/live mode. 6. Volume – Smart Reader has 3 independent volume controls. (Page 22 for more details) While Reading Rotate to increase/decrease volume in OCR mode to change reading volume.

  • Page 17: Setting Up The Smart Reader

    4. To turn the Smart Reader on, press the Green Power Button once. An image should appear on your monitor (If Connected) and enter into “Live Preview”...
  • Page 18 Figure 7 you. Once connected press the Green Power button see Item 1 on Smart Reader and Accessories on page 7. This will turn on your smart reader. Figure 7 Demonstrates how to connect your Control Console to the USB Ports.

  • Page 19: Configuring Smart Reader

    Configuring the Smart Reader System Settings Menu Once Smart Reader has been set up and turned on, you will want to begin by adjusting your settings. Press [Find] and [Mode Up] to access your Smart Reader’s system menu. Then turn the [Zoom Wheel] in single increments to scroll through your available options.
  • Page 20 TTS volume. Please note that Voice Prompts cannot be disabled in Headless mode. Male Voice/Female Voice - Set the Smart Reader to read aloud or prompt in a Male or Female Voice. Fonts (Display Mode Only) - Allows you choose the OCR Playback Font Type: Serif, Sans-Serif...
  • Page 21 With ‘Exit’ highlighted press [Find] to return to normal operation If you are using Smart Reader without a display, turning the Scroll Wheel after choosing “Set Clock” will announce the currently selected time. Select the time Via Hour, Minute, AM/PM and then Day, Month and Year.

  • Page 22: Using Smart Reader Ocr/Text To Speech

    Stand-Alone Reader: Operation without Display • On power up, if no Monitor is detected, the Smart Reader will default to this mode. The only user input to the device is the Smart Reader Control Console. After scanning a book or...

  • Page 23: Smart Reader Settings & Features

    Smart Reader Settings & Features Adjusting Volume for Smart Reader (OCR Playback, Menus & Tic-Toc/Bong) There are 3 independent volume controls on your Smart Reader. The Smart Reader provides up to 10 volume levels for each of the following options.
  • Page 24 The Save function can only be used during (or at the end of) Read-back. ‘Press and Hold’ the [Save] button, which will pause TTS temporarily. An EXIT, Save PAGE, Save BOOK prompt will appear. When Save PAGE is selected a ‘Saving’ prompt will appear and the Smart Reader will announce “Document (Page Title) saved”.
  • Page 25 The Save Book function allows you to save multiple ‘related’ pages as a single document (Book) under a single Book name. By selecting Save Book the Smart Reader will display a ‘Saving’ prompt and announce that the “title of the Book” has been saved. Next, it will prompt “Place next page and press [Capture] ;...
  • Page 26 (Cancel? or DELETE) using the [Scroll Wheel] and press the [Find] button. Deleting all Saved Files To delete all Pages and Books from your Smart Reader simply enter the Main Menu by pressing “[Find] and [Mode Up] ”. Using the [Scroll Wheel], highlight ‘Product Information’ and press [FIND] .

  • Page 27: Smart Reader Shutdown

    If you have an attached monitor connected a message will display which lasts about 10 seconds (The Green LED above the Power Button on the side of your Smart Reader will Turn Off indicating it is safe to remove from power).

  • Page 28: Display Modes & Operation With Attached Display

    “Display Mode” only features will be available for your use. Live Preview Mode (Figure 8) When the Smart Reader is powered on it will default to Preview mode. In this mode the Monitor will display the full FOV (Field- of-View) of the camera centered in the display area.
  • Page 29 Figure 12 Changing Text Size The Smart Reader offers a large range of adjustable text capabilities. The following directions can be used with the Smart Reader Control Console (See Figure 13). 1. To adjust the size of your text, while in OCR read-back simply turn the [Zoom Wheel] on the Control Console until you reach your desired size.
  • Page 30 Changing Viewing Mode (OCR Readback Mode Only) The Smart Reader was designed to provide optimum viewing for people with certain visual conditions by offering a range of choices in both text and background colors. Press [Mode Up/Down] on the Control Console while in OCR Readback mode to toggle between Enhanced Positive, Enhanced Negative, and up to 6 of your favorite color select modes.
  • Page 31 Reader. 1. Press “[Find] and [Mode Up]” located on the Control Console of the Smart Reader to enter the Menu. 2. Turn the [Zoom Wheel] clockwise until “Color Mode Selection” is highlighted 3. Press the [Find] button to select the “Color Mode Selection”...

  • Page 32: Tips & Tricks

    Annunciation. Ideal Position -If you are using your Smart Reader in headless mode (Without Monitor), use the center of the Smart Readers base foot stand and camera arm as a reference point. This can avoid cutting off text that you want read.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    -Make sure the power supply from the Smart Reader is securely connected to a working outlet. Push the Power button on the Smart Reader’s Side Panel. A green light near the Power button, and blue Control Console LED, should illuminate indicating the power is turned -Make sure the two parts of the power supply cord are securely connected.

  • Page 34: Smart Reader Specifications

    • Storage/transport temperature range: 0-60°C / 32-140°F Warranty: 2 Years *Product specifications subject to change without notice. OCR Storage Capacity •The file size of an OCR scan varies based on text density. 3,000 full page scans at minimum can be stored on Smart Reader.

  • Page 35: Warranty Statement & Contact Information

    All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal use; e) Damage due to operation of the Smart Reader with equipment not supplied by Enhanced Vision.

  • Page 36: Other Enhanced Vision Products

    OTHER ENHANCED VISION PRODUCTS Pebble HD Pebble HD boasts a new HD camera providing a crisp, clear, colorful, high definition picture. A new ergonomic lightweight compact design makes it the perfect companion whether at home or on the go. Carry Pebble HD in your purse, pocket, or clip it on your belt with the included carrying case.
  • Page 37 THER ENHANCED VISION PRODUCTS Amigo Amigo is a truly portable desktop magnifier and is the lightest weight it its class. Optimal viewing is achieved with a tilting 6.5 inch viewing screen. Amigo is battery operated and can be taken anywhere.

  • Page 38: Contact Information

    Magnification 2.4X to 30X (based on 17”screen) Contact Information: Enhanced Vision manufacturers many different types of products tailored to meet the needs of our low vision customers. If you have questions about any of our products, please don’t hesitate to give us a call.
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  • Page 40 The Smart Reader is a high performance desktop reader - featuring text to speech (OCR). Smart Reader will read any printed text aloud with just the push of a button. Listen or Read along with a connected Display. For more information, please visit www.enhancedvision.com.

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