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Smart Reader User Manual Outline Congratulations on your purchase of the Smart Reader with OCR (Optical Character Recognition) from Enhanced Vision. The Smart Reader is a fully integrated solution, offering the advantage of a built-in camera and OCR. Smart Reader enables individuals with low vision to retain the joys of reading by listening along or viewing with an attached monitor in color, enhanced high-contrast positive or negative modes.
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Smart Reader Introduction & Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Safety and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Smart Reader and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Smart Reader Control Console & Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY AND CARE To ensure your safety and obtain the most benefit from the Smart Reader, please review these safety precautions carefully. The Smart Reader is designed to enlarge and enhance text and read print aloud in order to improve the quality of life for people who are visually impaired. The extent to which this product can improve the ability to see images depends on a person’s individual condition and level of visual impairment.
Additional Electrical Safety Precautions • The power supply cord is a disconnect device for electrical equipment. The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible. • This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug as a safety feature. This plug has a third (grounding) pin and can only be plugged into a grounding-type power outlet. If necessary, contact an electrician to replace your power outlet with a grounding-type power outlet.
Transporting Smart Reader • Use caution if you are repositioning the Smart Reader a short distance across a desk or table. Make sure you do not pull on any power cords or connector cables. • Disconnect and secure all power and video cables before moving the unit. • Carry the unit only by the recessed handle located on the back. Do not carry Smart Reader by the Camera Arm.
Smart Reader And Accessories 4 1 2 5 3 6 9 7 10 8 *For More information about your control console please refer to page 9 of this manual.
Smart Reader Packaging & Accessories Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the items included with your Smart Reader: 1. Green Power button 2. Speaker (x2) 3. 3.5mm jack for Headphones 4. Camera Arm 5. Camera Arm Release Button 6. Smart Reader 12V power supply 7. Smart Reader Power Cord (power cord style may vary based upon country) Accessories included: 8.
Smart Reader Control Console Zoom While In OCR Mode 2 Mode Brightness 1 3 OCR / Capture 4 Volume OCR Speed 5 Find 6 7 Next Line Previous Line 9 8 Recall Save 10 11 12 Play /Pause See the following Page for Console Controls in Detail Control Console 9
CONTROL CONSOLE BUTTONS DEFINED 1. Brightness – When in live camera mode, press Up/Down to increase/decrease brightness. When in OCR mode, press [Brightness] Up/Down to move to the Next/Previous word. ‘Press and hold’ [Brightness] Up/Down to quickly advance between words. Note: Word navigation is only available when OCR is paused. 2. Zoom Wheel – Turn clockwise/counter-clockwise to increase/decrease the zoom level (Zoom is Possible only while in OCR Mode).
Setting Up the Smart Reader 1. Find a steady and level location, such as a table or desk, where you will be comfortable using Smart Reader. Carry the Smart Reader only by the recessed handle on the backside of the unit for a secure grip. DO NOT lift the Smart Reader unit by the camera arm. Gently place it on the table or desk (see Figure 4). 2. Connect the Control Console cord to the any one of the four USB ports on the back of your Smart Reader, (See Figure 7 page 12). 3.
Using Smart Reader for the First Time The Smart Reader product is an OCR that can function in two modes: Stand-alone Reader mode without display or Reader with a connected display. The unit consists of the OCR-Base and USB camera structure that can be folded. Whichever mode you choose for your Smart Reader you will have several options in how you customize it to fit your unique needs and preferences. Please familiarize yourself with these options to discover which settings are Figure 7 right for you.
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. Smart Reader will announce each potential item as you turn the Zoom Wheel. The list of available choices is provided below.
OCR Settings Menu Set Clock - Configure the current Time and Date Progress Bar (Display Mode Only) Enables/Disables the visibility of a progress bar when the Smart Reader is processing a document to Text-To-Speech. Page Mode (Display Mode Only Page 22) - When this feature is ‘enabled’ The OCR Playback will be displayed to fit the full display size. Text Size and Color Mode can be adjusted. The display will automatically adjust for formatting changes you make.
Setting the Clock Time/Date The Smart Reader remembers the current time & date once it is set. To set the current time/date: 1) Enter the Menu by pressing the [Find] and [Mode Up] buttons.
Using Smart Reader OCR/Text-To-Speech Mode To open the Camera Arm simply press the Camera Arm Release button (Page 7 Item 5), the arm will stop automatically in the correct position – do not force the arm into position under any circumstance. 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.
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.
Turning LED lighting On/Off (toggle) To turn the Smart Reader LED lighting On/Off: Press and hold [Find] for more than 5 seconds. To reduce glare and improve OCR with glossy materials or in particularly bright environments ensure Light is OFF. To improve OCR in Dark conditions ensure Light is ON. ***Note: The Smart Reader lights will default to OFF and must be turned on *** Table Mode During a normal OCR Scan your Smart Reader automatically attempts to read your document in a logical way.
Save Book 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] ; or [Find] to exit”. After each additional page is captured/saved the Smart Reader will announce “Saving Page (page #)” then prompt “Place next page and press [CAPTURE] ; or [FIND] to exit”.
Once in the Recall Menu highlight the desired file using the [Scroll Wheel]. Select the file by pressing the [FIND] button. Move the highlight bar to ‘DELETE’ using the [Scroll Wheel]. Press the [FIND] button to select DELETE. Move the highlight bar to the desired selection (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] ”.
Smart Reader Shutdown Please do not disconnect your Smart Reader from power until the Shutdown Sequence has completed. 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). Shut Down When your Smart Reader is not in use you may want to Power it OFF. 1.
Display Modes & Operation with Attached Display This mode applies when a display device (such as a monitor or television) is connected to the base unit (Either through HDMI or DVI port only). In this mode you will have access to a visual menu for settings and configuration. When you are using your Smart Reader with an attached television or monitor the “Display Mode” only features will be available for your use.
Line-Mode This mode is similar to Page-mode but text is displayed across the middle of screen in one line and the wordmarker scrolls left to right. When zoom is used the Text border opens up vertically to accommodate the text size. Color Select mode is active in this mode (Figure 10). Word-Mode This mode is similar to linemode but only one word will be displayed in the middle without the Figure 10 Word-marker (Figure 11). Color Select mode is active in this mode.
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. Each push will allow you to cycle through all seven viewing modes.
Color Modes selection Changing Favorite Color Modes The Smart Reader provides 28 selectable Color Select Modes and allows selecting up to 6 favorites for use. The following directions can be used to change the favorite color modes on your Smart 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” sub menu. 4.
Tips & Tricks Improving OCR Accuracy -To improve the accuracy of your Smart Reader ensure that whenever you begin a document capture the lighting in the room is evenly distributed over your target document. (Avoid Hotspots) -Flatten out books (especially if it has a large spine) or other materials with an observable curvature. -For optimal OCR Readback please position your material in the same way as shown in the picture to the right. You can use the left and rightmost boundaries to filter out content.
Troubleshooting The Smart Reader will not power on -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 on. -Make sure the two parts of the power supply cord are securely connected. -Ensure the power supply cord is completely plugged into the DC 19V IN jack on the back of the viewing stand base.
Software Recovery Utility Please only attempt to use the recovery utility when prompted to do so by an Enhanced Vision Technical Support Representative. In the event that your Smart Reader has experienced a severe error as a result of a power surge, incorrect shutdown or other undesired behavior you will find an Enhanced Vision Software Recovery Utility Flash Drive has been included with your accessories. Utilizing this tool is a way for you to repair the device in extreme circumstances.
Smart Reader Specifications Product Measurements Height: 9.5 inches or 24.13cm Width: 9 inches or 22.86cm Length: 4.5 inches or 11.43cm Weight: 4.5lbs or 2.05kg Power Supply - Input voltage/current: 120-240 VAC / 0.3-0.
WARRANTY STATEMENT & CONTACT INFORMATION Warranty Statement Enhanced Vision Smart Reader Warranty Policy Enhanced Vision products are designed to give you the highest quality image, convenient features, ease of use and reliable service. The Smart Reader has been inspected and tested prior to shipping. Enhanced Vision warrants the Smart Reader against defects in material and workmanship under normal use for two years from the date of original purchase.
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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. www.enhancedvision.com (800) 440-9476 (US Office, toll free) (714) 465-3400 (US Office) +44 (0) 115 9442317 (UK Office) Tel.
