User manual

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ACEManual rev.080614
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Scan and Read
This function enables you to read printed text like letters, documents, books, portions
of food packages and pill bottle labels, including the fine print. The Ace reads aloud
(unless a Braille display is in use) and also displays magnified text on the screen.
Positioning a document
The Ace can scan and read a document that fits in the 8 ½ by 11-inch field directly in
front of the device on a flat surface. Using the base of the device as a guide, place the
long side of the paper so that it is aligned with the length of the base. The orientation of
the document will not influence the recognition of the text.
If you are scanning a document that is smaller than the 8 ½ by 11-inch field, for best
results, place a blank sheet of 8 ½ by 11-inch paper in the scanning area and lay your
smaller document on top of that. For smaller documents, it works better to place it
toward the right side of the scan field rather than in the center of the blank page.
Scanning and Reading Printed Material
This section gives directions for Scanning and Reading documents via the text and
voice modes. If you prefer to read with a Braille display, please refer to Appendix C.
Scanning and Reading without a Braille Display:
Turn on the Ace by pressing the power button. After the beeps, you will hear: “Main
Menu: Scan and Read.” Press the Action button to choose the Scan and Read option.
Position your document as described above.
Press the Scan Button once – you will hear a shutter sound. The Ace will start reading
the text almost immediately after that.
Do not press any other buttons until the Ace starts reading, as it will interrupt the
scanning/reading process.