Kapsys SmartVision User manual

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SmartVision
SmartVision Lite
USER GUIDE

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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing SmartVision or SmartVision Lite.
SmartVision is the first Android Smartphone especially designed for people with low
vision and visual impairment. SmartVision combines a physical keypad, a full voice
interface, and a touchscreen, making it a fully accessible device.
SmartVision is the latest generation smartphone that provides you with a fully
adaptive interface and functionalities that are easy to navigate for everyday use. Its
applications are organised by favorites, its user interface has been simplified with a
large display (large icons, 4 font sizes), voice command, speech-to-text (dictation
mode for message writing), voice over description of what is on your screen, Kapten
GPS(1) with voice control, a magnifier feature with contrast filter panels, NFC tags(1),
web based assistance, character recognition(1), etc… it’s all there!
SmartVision gives you the best of smartphones with ease-of-use and unique
accessibility.
This User Guide has been developed to help you learn step by step, with the help of
screen shots, how to use the various basic functions in any of the three operating
modes that you have chosen.
It is complementary to the Quick Guide, and will allow you to make the most of your
SmartVision.
How to use this material
This User guide describes SmartVision’s main features and operating modes.
Features are described in a generic manner without reference to the more specific
requirements of the advanced accessibility mode (default mode) which are fully
described in the "Accessibility mode" section.
(1) : Not available on SmartVision Lite.

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Content of the box
SmartVision by KAPSYS includes:
- A battery
- A 220/110V - 5V USB mains charger
- A docking station for charging(1).
- A USB / micro USB cable
- A lanyard
- Two stereo earphones with microphone and a push-to-talk button.
- A protective case(1).
This list of accessories may vary depending on the country, device configuration or
model version.
(1): Not available on SmartVision Lite.

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Table of Contents
Introduction 2
Content of the box 3
Introducing SmartVision 5
Installation 8
Keypad, Touchscreen and Voice control 13
Accessibility Mode 16
Voice interface 22
Screen reading 29
Home screen 30
The notification status bar 31
Applications 33
Favorites 34
Telephone 36
Messaging 42
E-Mail 46
Settings 50
People 57
SOS Function 63
Kapten(1) 66
Assistance 79
Calendar 81
Alarm Clock 81
Camera 82
Calculator 82
Gallery 82
Video Player 83
Magnifier 83
Sound recorder 84
Music 84
Browser 85
NFC(1) 85
OCR(1) 86
FM Radio 87
Search 87
Downloads 87
Legal notice and Warranty 88
Troubleshooting 92
About this document 94

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Introducing SmartVision
Front panel
The numeric keypad at the bottom part of the front panel enables you to dial a phone
number or type characters for text messaging using multi-tap mode.
4 control keys are located above the keypad:
- "OK" key to pick up a call, or confirm your entry.
- The two arrow keys "" allow to scroll or browse within a menu or a current
page.
- "C" key to end a call or clear an entry.
Above these 4 control keys, there are 3 easily recognizable Android recessed push
buttons:
- “Menu” on the left: press to access the ongoing "Menu".
- “Home” in the middle: press to go back to the "Home screen" any time.
- “Back” on the right: press to go "Back" to the previous screen.

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Top:
The "On Off" and screen off mode button is located on the top right side of the
handset. Press and hold this button to start or stop your SmartVision. A short
keypress will set the handset to standby mode and an additional short press will
reactivate it.
The audio 3.5 jack on the left side of the "On Off" button connects to the earphones
supplied with the device.
Right side:
The voice control key is located on the right side of your SmartVision. Press briefly
this key to send a voice command and press and hold if you want to write a message
through dictation.
The mini-USB port on top of the handset provides for connection to a PC or to a
mains charger using the cable included in the box.
Bottom:
Connection terminals at the bottom of the handset are used to connect to a docking
station to charge the battery, and a microphone.
Left side:
The two keys located on the left side of the handset are used to increase (volume up
key) or decrease (volume down key) the sound volume.

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Rear:
The emergency orange button is located on the back panel top left. Push down this
button to start an emergency instance. On the right of this SOS button are found the
camera lens and a port for amplified listening.

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Installation
Inserting the SIM Card
The SIM Card is issued by a telephone service provider when you take out your
telephone contract.
Please note: only Mini-SIM (2-FF) Cards are supported by SmartVision. If you have a
different SIM card, please ask your telephone service provider to replace it with a
Mini SIM. It is recommended to change the format of the SIM card rather than using
an adapter.
Inserting the SIM Card:
1. Turn the device upside down, look for the notch at the bottom left, and lift the
back cover.
2. Install the SIM Card, with the chip downwards and the tapered angle to the
bottom right. Slide the SIM card pushing upwards to fit it snugly into its
compartment.
Please note: the Micro-SD memory card reader is located right above the SIM Card
holder. Depending on the configuration of your product, the Micro-SD may be already
installed in the product.

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The battery
Inserting the battery:
1. Insert first the bottom of the battery into the slots.
2. Snap the battery into place.
3. Put back the rear panel fitting the top part first.
4. Snap firmly and close your device.

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Charging the battery
The battery you purchased with your SmartVision is not fully charged. Before using
the device, we recommend that you charge the battery for at least 4 hours.
You may subsequently charge it as needed and depending on your use and the
available charge of the battery.
You may check the icon located in the top right bar at anytime to know how much
charge is available in the battery. You can also short press the control key and say
clearly the keyword “Battery level”
To charge the battery, plug the USB cable (included in the box) into the mains
charger.
You may also charge your SmartVision using the docking charge.
Please note(1): the protective case should be removed when using the docking
station. If you don’t want to remove the protective case to charge the device, you
may use the USB port located on the right side of the device.
(1) : Not available on SmartVision Lite.

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Switch ONOFF your SmartVision
Press and hold the "On Off" button (on the top of the device) to start your
SmartVision. Release the button as soon as the device vibrates.
Please note: if the device does not start, please check if the battery has been
properly installed, if not, please repeat the installation procedure.
Press and hold the "On Off" button to switch off your SmartVision.
Several configurations are displayed for you to choose.
Click on "Power off" and confirm. You will feel a slight vibration as the device goes
off.
Screen off mode
When your SmartVision is on, a short keypress of the "On Off" button will bring it
to sleep mode (screen off), or back to awake mode (screen on).
In sleep mode, SmartVision’s screen is off but its features remain enabled. You can
still receive incoming calls, messages, emails and navigation instructions.
Please note: as a default setting, the handset automatically switches to screen off
mode after two minutes of inactivity in order to save the battery.

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Unlocking the PIN on the SIM Card
The SIM Card has a 4 digit identification code called PIN. PIN helps you lock your
SIM Card to avoid fraudulent use of your SmartVision.
To unlock the SIM Card and access the various functions in your SmartVision, enter
your PIN using the keypad then confirm with "OK".
If you click on "Dismiss" from this screen, you still have access to all the features of
the device but no communication functions provided by your telephone service
provider are available.
Please note: for confidentiality reasons, retrieving your PIN using text-to-speech is
possible through earphones only.

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Keypad, Touchscreen and Voice control
The three interfaces or operating modes by SmartVision:
- The Keypad operating mode is for those who know how to easily handle keys
and buttons on a mobile phone. To become familiar with SmartVision keypad,
please refer to the section where functions specific to each key and button are
described in detail. (See page 5).
Please note: the advanced accessibility mode (preset on your SmartVision)
supports additional keypad shortcuts for easy navigation through the screens
and interact with yours smartphone, they are described in the "Accessibility
mode" section.
- Touchscreen mode is smartphone typical operating mode. It allows you to
navigate through the various menus from the tip of your finger. To select an
item or confirm an action, simply touch the relevant item on the screen.
Please note: the advanced accessibility mode (preset on your SmartVision)
includes additional gesture commands which enable navigation between
screens and interaction with your smartphone. These commands are
described in the "Accessibility mode" section below.
- Voice control enhances the use of the device by freeing the user from keypad
handling whether it is a physical or virtual keypad. The voice control function is
activated by pressing the voice key located on the right side of the unit.
Depending on your option, please read the explanations and recommendations
below provided for easy handling of each interface.
Keypad interface
Your SmartVision includes four control keys located horizontally on the top of the
keypad. They are, from left to right:
- "OK" key: to confirm an option, a selection or to accept an incoming call.
In some instance, when pressing this key, a context menu is displayed with
additional options available for the selected item (a contact, an application, a
message, etc.).
- "" The up and down arrow keys: to scroll up and down the various items
displayed on the screen.
- "C" key: to clear a character or digit, reject or end a call.

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The alphanumeric keypad located under these control keys, is presented in three
rows of number keys organized from left to right as follows:
- First row: 1, 2, 3, star keys.
- Second row: 4, 5, 6, 0 keys.
- Third row: 7, 8, 9, # keys.
The alphanumeric keypad (key 1 to #) is used to enter text or characters depending
on the input field.
Each key gives access to several characters: number key "2" gives access to a,
b, c, 2, A (capital), B (capital), C (capital).
To select the appropriate character, press repeatedly the relevant number key to
access the various characters associated with this key.
Number key "1" is used to insert punctuation marks and number key “Hash
Mark” is used to insert a space.
Touchscreen interface
By default "Explore by touch" is live in SmartVision. This feature has the effect of
modifying the behaviour of the touch screen interface to suit the persons with vision
impairment. The rest of this section describes how to use the standard touchscreen
interface when that feature is disabled. To learn more about this feature (how to
enable/disable it) please refer to the "Accessibility mode" section.
Standard Touchscreen mode
The touchscreen helps you navigate through the screens from the tip of your finger.
Touch the screen with your fingertip to select an item, touch the entry window to
display the virtual keypad, type on it to write a message, or slide your finger up and
down to scroll the display.

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Selecting or activating an item on the screen:
Make a short keypress or click on an item to select it, confirm an action, or display
the virtual keypad in the provided input field.
Make a long keypress to get more options for the selected item (context menu).
Scrolling a list:
Scroll up and down a displayed list by sliding your finger up and down without
removing your finger of the screen.
Zooming in/out (available on specific applications such as Image Viewer,
Email, etc.):
Use two fingers to touch the screen, pinch inwards to zoom out, and pinch outward to
zoom in.

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Accessibility Mode
This section describes specific commands and gestures as well as keypad shortcuts-
hot-keys to help you control and interact with your SmartVision when the accessibility
mode is enabled (default setting).
From the home screen, click on "Settings" to enable or disable the accessibility
mode, then click on "Accessibility" and check or uncheck the "Explore by touch"
option in the list.
Keypad control mode:
SmartVision allows quick access to some functions by pressing and holding the hash
key "Hash Mark" located at the bottom right of the physical keypad, and
pressing on another key of the physical keypad. A beep will signal the switch to
"keypad control mode". If no other key is pressed right after, another beep will go off
If you press the "Hash Mark" control key with another key, the device will
perform the following commands:
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key and press "1": inform you about
your smartphone’s status (time, battery level, current network status, etc).
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key and press "2": lets you read the
content of the current screen.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "3": displays the
smartphone status bar.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "4": increases the speed
of speech.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "5": decreases the
speed of speech.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "" up key: moves to
the left, for example, when browsing through the various categories of the
"Music" application.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "" down key: moves
to the right.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "volume up" key:
increases the volume of the ringtone.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "volume down" key:
decreases the volume of the ringtone.

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Edition mode:
SmartVision allows a quick and easy editor mode. This mode allows navigating into
an input area to modify or insert a character or a word. To edit an input area, press
continuously on star “*” key and simultaneously press one of keys as follow :
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "#": selects the whole text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "1": moves the cursor one
character to the left
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "2": moves the cursor one
word to the left
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "3": moves the cursor back
to the beginning of the text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "4": moves the cursor by
character to the right
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "5": moves the cursor by
word to the right
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "6": moves the cursor at
the end of the text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "7": copy the selected text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "8": cut the selected text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "9": paste the selected text
Android keypad shortcuts:
- Press and hold the "" up key to open the current page menu (same as
"Menu").
- Press and hold the "" down key to go back to the home screen at anytime
(same as "Home screen" ).
- Press and hold the "C" key to go back to the previous screen (same as "Back"
).

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Gesture control of the Touchscreen:
How to have an audio description of what is on the screen, place your finger on
the screen, slide it from right to left then from left to right. You will hear a voice over
description of items displayed on the screen.
How to browse and activate items on the screen, move your finger about the
screen. The text-to-speech feature will tell you which item your finger is hovering
over.
To activate this item, press "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
How to get back to the Home screen, place your finger on the screen, slide it up
then left. You can also move your finger down and to the middle of the screen, the
voice over feature will indicate "Home screen". Press the "OK" key without removing
your finger from the screen.

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How to move back to the previous display, place your finger on the screen, slide it
down then left without removing your finger of the screen. You can also slide your
finger down and to the right, you will hear the text-to-speech feature say "Back".
Then, press the "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
How to access the menu or the options for the active application, place your
finger on the screen, slide it up then right without removing the finger. You can also
slide your finger down and left, the voice over feature will say "Menu". Then press
the "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
.
How to scroll a list, place your finger on the screen and slide it up or down to scroll
a page or a list upwards or downwards.

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How to open the "Notification" status bar, place your finger on the screen and
slide it from left to right and down. The voice over feature will indicate the status of
your smartphone (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, etc...), as well as the last ten notifications.
How to open the list of active applications, slide your finger from right to left and
up, without removing your finger. The list of active applications will be announced by
the text-to-speech feature.
Please note: from the list of active applications, you can select an application to
directly access it.