User Manual
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1. gt Connect the Pocket Reader to the PC or Mac gt Activate the Pocket Reader gt For the PC execute PReader Start Programs PReader PReader gt For the Mac launch the PReader application The first time you start PReader you ll be asked to identify in the PC Configuration under the Tools menu item which serial port COM 1 or COM 2 for the PC modem or printer port for the Mac the Pocket Reader connection is using You can also select the language to be used on the user interface default setting English Please note that if the PReader main window displays a searchlight for more than three seconds you should check the following Is the Pocket Reader connected to the PC or Mac Is the correct serial port identified Is the Pocket Reader activated VV VV Is the Pocket Reader in the default operating mode configuration menu not active gt Is any other program blocking the serial port eg fax modem etc Operating the PReader program You can access the PReader program functions via gt Menus gt Shortcuts Ctrl Key gt Icons for direct access The bottom line of the main window contains status messages issued by the Pocket Reader lower left and lower right additional information help text for the currently selected function The mein window displays the text transferred fromthe Pocket Reader You can use simple editing functions to further edit the text Y2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY Table of Contents Introduction What the Pocket Reader can do for you The CD ROM What the Pocket Reader package includes The Pocket Reader Components Activating the Pocket Reader Deactivating the Pocket Reader Using the Pocket Reader Tips for successful operation Troubleshooting Editing text Configuring the Pocket Reader Table of contents 2 uu ono a 10 BKB Notes on selecting menus and items Configuration menu items Pocket Reader Desktop Software Connecting the Pocket Reader to the PC or Mac Installing the PReader desktop program Starting the PReader program Operating the PReader program First steps Safety instructions Maintenance instructions How to replace the batteries Warranty information Technical data System requirements Table of contents 3 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 23 24 26 27 Introduction 4 Introduction 5 What the Pocket Reader can do for you gt Travel with you wherever you go gt Operate for up to 20 hours without battery replacement gt Scan common types of printed material in a variety of type sizes gt Store up to 20 pages of text gt Retain stored text even without batteries gt Transfer stored text to a PC or Mac The CD ROM The CD ROM included in the Pocket Reader package contains an interactive tutorial and an installer for the PReader program which places the necessary files on your de
3. return Erase all data erase all yes return Exit menu return to stored text or scanning from configuration menu The Pocket Reader uses different character sets depending on the original language specified Identify the correct language to obtain the highest scan quality Pocket Reader Desktop Software 16 Pocket Reader Desktop Software 17 Connecting the Pocket Reader to the PC or Mac The PReader software supplied with the Pocket Reader will allow you to gt Transfer text stored in the Pocket Reader memory to a desktop computer gt Erase text stored in the Pocket Reader memory and gt Configure the Pocket Reader from the desktop Follow these steps to connect your Pocket Reader to a desktop computer gt Make sure the Pocket Reader is deactivated gt Plug the jack end of the connector cable into the plug located at the end of the pen opposite the head and ensure that it is firmly seated gt Insert the 9 pin sub D plug of the connector cable into the jack of a serial port COM 1 or COM 2 on the PC or using the Mac adaptor connect to the modem or printer port gt Activate the Pocket Reader Installing the PReader desktop program The PReader desktop software runs under Microsoft Windows 95 or later versions Microsoft Windows NT 4 0 or later versions and Mac OS 7 5 or later Other operating system versions of PReader including Linux Psion and Windows 3 1 are
4. is not connected to the PC and that the batteries have been removed How to replace the batteries Before replacing the batteries make sure gt the Pocket Reader is deactivated gt the Pocket Reader is not connected to the PC or Mac The Pocket Reader battery compartment is located along the top of the rear non window side of the Pocket Reader Remove the cover by pressing down lightly on the raised ribs and sliding sideways gt Use only standard alkaline manganese cells size Micro AAA LRO3 with 1 5 V or NiCd rechargeable batteries with 1 2 V gt Pay careful attention to the battery polarity marked in battery compartment Warranty Information 24 Warranty Information 25 POCKET READER WARRANTY INFORMATION The warranty is only valid if the product is purchased and used in the U S It is not valid if the product is transported outside the U S Warranty period The warranty guarantees that the Pocket Reader is free from malfunctions and defects in both materials and workmanship for a period of twelve months fromthe date of purchase Warranty repair coverage If the Pocket Reader does not function properly within the warranty period due to defects in materials or workmanship Siemens AG Osterreich will replace the unit without charge In no way will the customer be entitled to new software as part of the warranty The warranty is not valid if the customer fails to package the Pocket Reader ina manner con
5. of flashing cursor The Pocket Reader 8 The Pocket Reader 9 Activating the Pocket Reader Depress for about one second until a red light flashes in the scanning head Immediately after activation the display window indicates available text memory and battery power and shows the text last stored in the Pocket Reader Emergency measures Should inconsistencies arise in the flash EPROM of your Pocket Reader e g after a power failure while you were storing or deleting text and the Pocket Reader is no longer operational you can call up the configuration menu directly while activating your Pocket Reader by depressing the key at the same time In the configuration menu you then need to erase the entire memory Deactivating the Pocket Reader Depress briefly The Pocket Reader will also switch off automatically after two minutes of inactivity Using the Pocket Reader gt Following activation place the wedge shaped head of the pen firmly on the document just in front of the text to be scanned Make sure that the rubber roller in the scanning head is also pressed against the surface A red light will shine on the text gt Move the Pocket Reader smoothly over the line you want to scan gt As soon as you lift the Pocket Reader fromthe paper the last few words of the line you just scanned will appear in the display window A blinking cursor in the window marks the current position gt You can l
6. ater transfer the text you have stored to the PC or Mac for further processing The Pocket Reader 10 The Pocket Reader 11 Tips for successful operation The Pocket Reader s advanced technology is reliable but sensitive Keep the following pointers in mind to achieve the best possible perfomance gt Keep the head of the Pocket Reader and the roller wheel pressed firmly against the surface while scanning gt Keep the Pocket Reader head as square as possible to the line of text you re scanning gt Hold the Pocket Reader almost upright and work on a hard flat surface gt There are a few conditions in which the Pocket Reader s character recognition capabilities will not function well These include gt under extreme light conditions e g direct exposure to sunshine gt text printed in red or yellow on a light or red background gt text printed in a dark color on a blue or gray background gt dirty or creased paper gt poor typography e g insufficient space between characters Troubleshooting gt no line found or line lost error message the Pocket Reader wasn t able to read the line of text Check to be sure you re holding it almost upright and dragging it smoothly fromleft to right in a straight line Missing characters you may have lifted the Pocket Reader fromthe page before the end of the line or Pocket Reader encountered a character it couldn t read Garbled text a va
7. available for download through the Pocket Reader web site at www pocketreader com The PReader desktop program is installed from the Tutorial We recommend that you take a few minutes to run the Tutorial before you install your PReader program To run the Tutorial and or install your software For Windows gt Make sure to quit fromall currently running applications except your internet connection gt For best results set your monitor color depth to thousands and screen resolution to 800 x 600 gt Insert the CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The Tutorial will start autorratically gt If the Tutorial does not begin automatically select Start Run Browse Tutorial Exe OK To Uninstall the Pocket Reader Application gt Open the PReader application folder and double click on the Uninstall PReader icon Pocket Reader Desktop Software 18 Pocket Reader Desktop Software 19 To run the Tutorial and or install your software For Mac gt Insert the CD ROM into your CD ROM drive gt Make sure to quit fromall currently running applications except your internet connection gt For best results set your monitor color depth to thousands and screen resolution to 800 x 600 gt Double click on the Pocket Reader Tutorial icon to launch the Tutorial To Uninstall the Pocket Reader Application gt Open the PReader application folder and double click on the Uninstall PReader icon Starting the PReader program
8. le in any way For repairs or warranty information always contact customer service gt According to the current state of the art it is not possible to design computer software in a way to warrant that it will work without errors for every particular purpose and in all kinds of combinations Therefore the software delivered here is generally fit for use in the sense of the program description gt You install software on a desktop computer at your own risk gt It is highly inadvisable to use the Pocket Reader for scanning confidential information Similarly the PReader software should not be used on computers where confidential or security relevant information is handled gt SIEMENS will not accept liability for damages caused by using the Pocket Reader except in cases of intent or gross negligence on the part of SIEMENS and particularly those damages caused by improper use or by non compliance with the operating instructions gt SIEMENS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL Safety Instructions 22 Safety Instructions 3 VVVVV V DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT OR ANY PART THEREOF EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SIEMENS DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ANY PART THEREOF Don t open the battery compartment unless Pocket Reader is deactivated and the connector cable is disc
9. onnected Don t cut or break open batteries The cells contain alkaline solutions which may cause burn injury In the case of skin or eye exposure to such alkaline solutions immediately flush the affected body part with plenty of water and get medical attention Don t burn batteries in stoves or open fires Don t try to recharge non rechargeable batteries Don t short circuit batteries Be aware of the danger of explosion if batteries are used improperly Don t mix batteries of different cell types and capacities This might damage the batteries or the Pocket Reader itself Make sure the polarity is correct when inserting batteries into the device When storing the Pocket Reader for an extended period make sure to remove the batteries fromthe device Batteries will discharge when not in use Ensure proper disposal of batteries in accordance with all appropriate regulations Maintenance instructions gt For the most part the Pocket Reader is maintenance free gt A dry cloth is sufficient for cleaning the Pocket Reader If the Pocket Reader is particularly dirty use a cloth that has been soaked in water with a mild detergent and well wrung out afterwards gt Never use scouring powder or plastic dissolving detergents gt Use only dry soft and lint free objects e g cotton swabs to clean the scanning head and the rubber roller gt Allow no liquids to seep into the device gt During cleaning make sure the Pocket Reader
10. ou can save the textina file or transfer it in whole or in part to other applications text processing database e mail using common Windows functions and commands clipboard drag and drop Pocket Reader Desktop Software 20 Safety Instructions 21 First steps The menu items and icons needed for operating the program are self explanatory If you point the mouse to a menu itemor icon the bottomline of the PReader main window will offer you a brief explanation Select the Tools pull down menu and then PC Configuration In the window displayed choose the language you prefer To familiarize yourself with the program options use the mouse to point to all the other menu items and read the information provided in the bottom line of the main window For more details on the option or activity currently selected press the F1 key Failure to properly maintain or operate the equipment may result in minor or moderate injury or a product failure The instructions given should be carefully reviewed understood and followed gt Use the Pocket Reader only in dry places gt Don t store the Pocket Reader in damp or hot environments e g in a vehicle exposed to the sun gt Don t use the Pocket Reader with any cable other than the one supplied gt Use the connector cable only for data transfer between the Pocket Reader and desktop computers gt Don t modify or disassemble the Pocket Reader or connector cab
11. reater CD ROM drive 4 MB free hard disk space 8 MB free RAM Sound card speakers CPU Pentium Mac Tutorial requirements Mac OS 7 5 or later 16 bit thousands color or greater 800 x 600 screen resolution 4x or greater CD ROM drive 4 MB free hard disk space 8 MB free RAM QuickTime 3 or higher CPU Power Mac Siemens AG Osterreich Erdbergerlande 26 A 1031 Vienna Austria http www pocketreader com P N C98130 A7511 A2 4 7619 800 665 8445 1999 06
12. riety of reasons including text color background patterns and the condition of the page could cause an incorrect reading Stored text is corrupted a power failure or surge that occurs while the Pocket Reader is activated and connected to your computer can corrupt whatever happens to be stored in the Pocket Reader at that time If this happens call up the configuration menu directly during activation by depressing the and buttons simultaneously and selecting the erase all option For additional help refer to the CD tutorial or the Pocket Reader web site http www pocketreader com or call Pocket Reader customer service at 800 665 8445 The Pocket Reader 12 The Pocket Reader 13 Editing text Configuring the Pocket Reader Use the following keys to view and edit text stored in memory Q Depress for three seconds In the display window you will see the first item of the configuration Moves cursor one character to the left menu Moves cursor one character to the right Use the following keys and commands to check and change settings Double click Places the cursor at the beginning of the active f paragraph or if the cursor is already there at the beginning of the Previous menu item preceding paragraph Next menu item Double click Places the cursor at the beginning of the next paragraph or at the end of the stored text Double click first menu item Inserts a carriage return at the end of the stored te
13. sistent with the original product packaging and damage occurs during shipment The warranty does not cover the following circumstances beyond Siemens AG Osterreich s control damage to the Pocket Reader resulting fromthe use of attachments accessories or alterations not marketed by Siemens AG Osterreich or its representatives damage as a result of unauthorized modifications or service misuse abuse or failure to use items supplied by Siemens AG Osterreich such as adapters and cables Siemens AG Osterreich makes no other warranties expressed implied or of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose for this equipment or software Replacement of the Pocket Reader is Siemens AG sterreich s only obligation under this warranty Siemens AG Osterreich will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental damages resulting fromthe purchase use or improper functioning of the Pocket Reader regardless of the cause Such damages for which Siemens AG Osterreich will not be responsible include but are not limited to loss of revenue or profit downtime costs loss of use of equipment cost of any substitute equipment facilities or services or claims of your customers for such damage How to obtain warranty service 1 Call Pocket Reader LLC Technical Support at 800 665 8445 2 If the scanner is defective contact customer service for a Return Material Authorization RMA number 3 Make sure the RMA number is prin
14. sktop computer To use follow the instructions on the CD sleeve What the Pocket Reader package includes gt The battery powered Pocket Reader gt PCserial cable and Mac adaptor iMac computers require a USB adaptor which is not included gt CD ROM containing the Tutorial PReader program and installation software for Windows 95 or later Windows NT 4 0 or later and Mac OS 7 5 or later gt Operating instructions and warranty gt Quick Start Card gt Two batteries Micro AAA LRO3 The Pocket Reader 6 The Pocket Reader 7 Components gt Scanning head The tapered scanning head is used for scanning printed text gt Display The Pocket Reader s window displays 24 characters of scanned text as well as menu options and status messages gt Control keys gt PC Mac interface The PC serial cable connects the Pocket Reader to the PC Mac see How to connect the Pocket Reader to the PC or Mac gt Battery compartment The battery compartment holds two AAA batteries see How to replace the batteries SIEMENS ock P reader There are six buttons on the Pocket Reader Here s what each is for Inserts carriage retum Q Function menu selection depressed for several seconds calls up menu depressed briefly indicates text language o Moves cursor backward in text menu Moves cursor forward in text menu Tums the Pocket Reader on and off Deletes text to right
15. ted clearly on the outside of the shipping container 4 Areplacement unit will be shipped within five days after the defective product is received by Pocket Reader LLC 5 All replacements will be shipped via UPS ground transport RETURNS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A RMA NUMBER CLEARLY PRINTED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE SHIPPING CARTON POCKET READER LLC IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPMENTS DELAYED OR LOST IN TRANSIT RETURN SHIPPING CHARGES ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CUSTOMER Linmitations Warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase Technical Data 26 System Requirements 27 Technical data Dimensions 6 25 x 1 5 x Lin LxWxH Weight 3 0 oz including disposable or rechargeable batteries Power supply 2 Micro AAA LRO3 Operating period longer than 20 hours with alkali Mn batteries Memory capacity approximately 20 pages of text Scanner resolution 400 dpi Font sizes 8 16 point 2 8 5 6 mm Fonts Sans serif Helvetica and similar Serif Times Courier and similar Storage and transport temperature 4 F 104 F Operation temperature 41 F 104 F relative air humidity 5 85 Minimum PReader system requirements Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 Mac OS 7 5 Required RAM 2 4MB Required Hard Disk Space 5MB CPU Pentium or Power Mac Windows Tutorial requirements Windows 95 or later 16 bit high color or greater 800 x 600 screen resolution 4x or g
16. xt and also moves Double clicker ASE menulltenn the cursor there Select menu item Depressed briefly Indicates text language Press any key or start a Conni me Selection iN SUBMENU new scan to exit from this display Exit configuration menu Deletes all text to the right of the cursor position In the display window carriage returns are represented by and will produce line breaks during text processing on the PC or Mac The Pocket Reader 14 The Pocket Reader 15 Notes on selecting menus and itens gt Selecting a menu item will bring up a second menu level where you can change settings Use the return option on the second level to return to the first menu level gt The currently active setting appears in capital letters in the display window gt When you change a setting you ll automatically exit from the configuration menu gt If you select the erase all data menu item you must confirm the erase all request by pressing the key within two seconds All text stored in the Pocket Reader will be erased gt After you exit the configuration menu the display window will briefly indicate available text memory and battery power Configuration menu itens Text language language of original text Deutsch English Francais Espanol Italiano return Menu language language in which the menu items and status messages are displayed Deutsch English Francais Espanol Italiano
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