Ectaco SpeechGuard TLX User manual

ECTACO®SpeechGuard®
TLX
TWO-WAY RADIO,
LANGUAGE LEARNING SYSTEM &
DURABLE SMARTPHONE
USER MANUAL
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ECTACO, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this manual.
ECTACO, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties
which may arise through the use of this product.
ECTACO, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by
deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or battery replacement. Be sure
to back up all important data on other media to avoid data loss.
The contents of this manual as well as software functionality are subject to change
without prior notice.
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otherwise, without permission from ECTACO, Inc.
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FCC Statement
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.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Note: 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. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Language Learning System & Durable
Smartphone –ECTACO®SpeechGuard®TLX! The product you have purchased
is the result of the combined efforts of the ECTACO team of linguists, engineers,
and programmers. You are now the owner of one of the most advanced and
durable electronic devices ever produced for translation purposes and language
studies.
The functionality of a particular model depends on the set of languages included,
and it may partially differ from the device description in this manual. For more
information about a particular model, please visit our Web site at
www.ectaco.com.
The device is powered by a rechargeable battery, AC/DC adapter, or a PC via
USB cable.
Notes and Cautions
Road safety comes first! Always keep your hands free to operate the vehicle while
driving.
Sensitive locations, such as hospitals and airplanes, may have restrictions on use
of radio transmitting equipment to avoid radio interference.
If you are listening to music or otherwise using your ECTACO®SpeechGuard®
TLX, but do not want to make or receive calls, switch the Airplane mode on under
the System settings / Wireless & networks / More menu.
When using this device, obey local laws and respect local customs, privacy and
legitimate rights of others, including copyrights.
The built-in GPS receiver is on the left side in the interior of the device (see
General View on page 6). When using the GPS function, do not block this part of
the device.
Maintenance
To achieve optimum waterproof properties, follow the guidelines below.
Do not open the battery cover when the device is wet.
Make sure the battery cover and micro-USB slot cover are fixed properly.
Even though the 2-Way Radio antenna connector is made durable and water-
resistant, keep the plastic cap in place when not using the antenna.
Do not use the device in hot water.
If the device has been exposed to salt water, rinse it in fresh water. The device
must be wiped dry carefully after it has been rinsed.

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Do not use a dryer with this device. Let it dry in a natural way.
Make sure there are no any extraneous items in the battery compartment.
Never charge the device when the connectors or terminals are wet or damp.
Before detaching the battery cover, the device must be wiped dry.
Do not use chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the
device.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
General View
Front Panel

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Back Panel
Battery Compartment

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USB port and Headset Jack
The micro-USB port and 3.5 mm headset jack are protected with a plastic cover.
To detach the cover, slide the pair of lock switches inward.
To attach the cover, push one side of the cover until it snaps into place and
then push the other side in the same way.
Installing microSD, SIM, and UIM Cards
Before installing the SIM card, make sure that the device is dry and switched off.
To open the battery compartment, unscrew six screws, holding the battery
compartment cover.
Take out the battery.
Installing SIM or UIM Cards
Insert your SIM or UIM card(s) ensuring that the beveled corner is on the
bottom right and the contact area is facing downwards.
Installing microSD Card
MicroSD card is fixed on its place by a special metallic lock. You must unfasten
the lock prior to installing or removing the card.
Unfasten the lock by sliding it 1–2 mm outward of the battery compartment
terminals.
Put your microSD card to its place.
To fix the card, lower the lock to return it to the original position and then slide
it 1–2 mm toward the battery compartment terminals to fix into place.
Insert the battery into the compartment and screw six screws back.
Note: The screws should be tightened up properly. However, do not apply
excessive force to them, as it may result in damage.
Make sure the outside of the battery compartment cover and the cabinet of the
device are on the same level.
Using the 2-Way Radio
Installing the 2-Way Radio Antenna
The 2-Way Radio function is designed to operate with an antenna. You must
install the antenna before using the 2-Way Radio. Do not install the antenna if you
only need GSM or CDMA cellular networking. The device is equipped with a built-
in antenna for this purpose.

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Open the antenna cover.
Screw the antenna on the connector.
Setting up Parameters
Launch the 2 Way Radio application.
Select the check box in the top row to enable country selection.
Tap the Area button and select your country or region.
Tap the CH button and select a channel.
Tap the CTCSS button and select one of the available levels. For example,
select 0.
Tap the SQ button and select a noise cancelation level. It is recommended
that you select 1.
Tap the OK button to save settings.
Note: Make sure the device of your interlocutor has the same 2 Way Radio
settings. To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel and CTCSS code.
Tap the Power On button to turn the radio on.
You can also configure the 2-Way Radio manually. To do this, select the check
box in the second row and then enter the frequency value manually. Below is an
example of settings.
Set TFV and RFV frequencies to 462.7 MHz or any other frequency allowed
for this purpose in the host country.
Set RX-CT to 0.
Set SQ to 1.
Tap the OK button to save settings.
Talking and Listening
To talk, press and hold the Push-to-Talk button (see General View on page 6).
To listen, release the Push-to-Talk button. Use the Volume Up and Volume
Down buttons to adjust the volume.
When you have finished using the 2-Way Radio function, tap the Power Off
button.

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Keyboard
Key
Function(s)
SOS
Messaging with GPS coordinates to up to 5 pre-programmed
phones numbers; instant call to the first phone number in
sequence.
ET
The function may vary depending on the application.
Push-to-Talk
When using the 2-Way Radio function, press this key to speak.
Volume up/
Volume down
Adjust the volume.
Shutter button
Activate camera. Take a picture.
Back
Close application and go to the Home Screen. Cancel.
Menu
Show or hide the application menu. When in the Home Screen,
press this key to activate the system menu.
Search
Search. In the search window, enter the desired word or title you
want to find.
Home
Switch to the Home Screen. Press and hold: show recently used
applications.
Power Supply
ECTACO®SpeechGuard®TLX is powered by a special Li-Polymer rechargeable
battery. When the battery becomes low, a warning message will be displayed. To
restore full functionality of the device, recharge the battery as soon as possible.
The battery compartment is located on the back of the device and is covered with
a plastic cover. To open the battery compartment, unscrew six screws, holding the
battery compartment cover.
How to Recharge the Battery
Only a special charger may be used with your ECTACO®SpeechGuard®TLX.
Use of an inappropriate external power supply may cause failure of the device and
will void the warranty.
Battery charging is performed via micro-USB port by using the AC/DC adapter or
by a computer with USB-cable. The micro-USB port is located on the lower edge
of the device and protected by a cover which can be removed by sliding the pair of
lock switches inward.
Note: Charge the battery for at least 5 hours prior to the first use of the device.
When the battery is fully discharged, the device might not turn on even if you
connect it to the AC/DC adapter. You may need to charge the battery for 2 hours
before turning on the device.

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Turning the Device on/off
To turn the device on or off, press the On/Off button (see General View on page
6). When the device is in sleep mode, press the On/Off button briefly to turn the
device on. Otherwise, press and hold the On/Off button for 3–5 seconds. If the
screen remains blank, connect the AC/DC adapter to your device via the micro-
USB port. The LED signal shows that the battery is recharging.
To put the device in sleep mode, press the On/Off button briefly.
To shut down the device, press and hold the On/Off button for a few seconds.
The battery can also be recharged through the USB port on your computer using
the special USB to micro-USB cable.
Note: Use of an inappropriate external power supply may cause failure of the
device and will void the warranty.
If the device is locked, drag a lock icon to unlock the screen.
Display and Main Menu
ECTACO®SpeechGuard®TLX features a large-size touch screen (800×480
pixels) with a responsive and efficient graphical interface. The Home Screen
consists of five sections, which visually organize access to the ECTACO®
SpeechGuard®TLX applications.
To display the Home Screen, turn the device on, and/or exit the currently
running application. You can also navigate to the Home Screen by tapping
.
The Home Screen consists of five sections. One of the sections is not filled out; it
provides space for applications, widgets and other items you may wish to add.
To open the desired item, tap it on the Home Screen. Touch and hold an
empty location on the Home Screen to choose different wallpaper. To remove
an item, use your finger to press and hold the item and then select Remove in
the menu that appears.
The contents of the Home Screen depend on product model.
To move between sections, swipe your finger left or right.
To view all your applications and widgets, tap the icon at the bottom of the
screen. Select APPS or WIDGETS at the upper left of the screen. To return to
the sections view, press the key.
You can add an item to the Home Screen:
tap the icon at the bottom of the screen;
hold your finger down on the chosen item and then drag it to the desired
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Just at the bottom of the screen, notice the Favorites tray. The application icons
you keep in the Favorites tray remain visible on every section of the Home
Screen.
When in the Home Screen, tap the desired application name. The application
will then open.
To close an application, use the key. In some applications, you will need
to tap and then select the Exit or Close command in the application
menu.
You can organize your applications with folders. To make a new folder on your
Home Screen, use your finger to stack one application on top of another.
To rename a folder, tap its name.
In certain applications (such as QuickPic), you can zoom in and out by placing two
fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or
spreading them apart (to zoom in). Additionally, in some applications you can
double-tap the screen to change zoom level.
The status bar, which appears at the top of the screen, shows the time, Wi-Fi
signal strength, battery status, and other information. It also displays notification
icons.
Scrolling is used when the contents do not all fit on the screen. To scroll through
the displayed content, swipe your finger across the screen.
The orientation of the screen rotates with the device as you turn it from upright to
its side and back again. You can turn this feature on and off as described in the
Settings section.