Lightspeed LSCv3 User manual

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LightSpeed models LSCv3, LSCv2, LSF, LightSpeed Classic and LSS. LightSpeed Graphic User Interface 1.50 Build 12.01

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Copyright and Trademarks
The LightSpeed writer is manufactured by Stenovations, Incorporated.
Copyright © 2013 by Stenovations, Incorporated.
All rights reserved.
LightSpeed Writer User Guide.
Fourth Edition.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted in any form or by any means
electronic, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal
use, without the prior written permission of Stenovations, Incorporated.
The information provided in this guide is furnished for informational use only and is subject to change without
notice. The software described in this guide is furnished under a license agreement, and may be used or copied only
in accordance with the terms of that agreement.
Microsoft, Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows 8 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and or other countries. All other brands or product names are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
Printed in the USA

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WARNINGS!
CALIBRATED SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT:
Do not place objects on top of the LightSpeed.
Do not apply more pressure to the LightSpeed keys than can be
expected during normal writing operations.
KEYPAD REMOVAL WARNING:
Avoid any upward pulling force of the LightSpeed keys themselves.
Doing so can separate the keys and destroy the LightSpeed.
SD Card WARNINGS:
SD cards used must not have a storage capacity over 1 gigabyte.
SD card must be installed before the LightSpeed is powered on or
backup to the SD card will not occur.
Do not remove or insert SD card with LightSpeed powered on.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
Technical Support can be contacted at 304-346-8363 or by email at
[email protected]

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Table of Contents
Section 1: LightSpeed Introduction 6
Section 2: Initial Installation and Quick Start 7
Brief descriptions of Individual CAT Programs
Translation 10
Normal LightSpeed startup and translation
Sequence 10
Section 3: LightSpeed Configuration 12
Toolbar Selections 12
Real-Time Backup 12
SD Card Backup 13
Writer Settings 13
Number Bar Settings 14
Stroke Monitor Configuration 15
Sleep Mode Theory 16
Sleep Mode configuration 16
Bluetooth Settings 17
Section 4: LightSpeed Key Sensitivity Adjustments 18
Basic Threshold Settings 19
Single-Key Threshold Settings 20
Advanced Settings 21
Combination Rule Editing 22
Anti-Stacking Options 24
Section 5: Bluetooth Connectivity 25
Section 6: Steno Editor 28
Section 7: Raw Data Viewer 30
Section 8: Translation from Secure Data Card 31
Section 9: General Information 35
Section 10: LightSpeed Maintenance Plan 38

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Section 1: LightSpeed Introduction
The LightSpeed is compatible with Microsoft Windows 8, 7, XP and Vista.
Bluetooth Reset
Power and Bluetooth Indicator SD Card Slot Power Button
USB Connection
(figure 1-1)
Power Button: The Power button is used to turn the LightSpeed on and off. It is used to
place the LightSpeed into Bluetooth Pairing Mode and to indicate the battery state of
charge.
Power and Bluetooth Indicator: The power and Bluetooth light will indicate power
applied, Bluetooth status and writing to SD card backup.
SD Card Slot: The Secure Data card slot is used to house a 1GB (max size) SD card for
backup of Smartwriter and RTF files. (1 GB SD card included with LightSpeed)
Bluetooth Reset: The Bluetooth Reset button is found on the bottom half of the
LightSpeed. It is a pinhole access to the Bluetooth reset /on button.
USB Connection: The USB is used to connect a 5-pin mini-B connector.
The port is used for steno transmission and battery charging.
Battery Pack: The LightSpeed comes equipped with a rechargeable battery
pack. See Section 8 for charging details.

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Section 2: Initial Installation and Quick Start
For initial LightSpeed installation the following steps must be performed
sequentially.
1. Insert Secure Data card into Secure Data card port.
2. Connect LightSpeed to the PC USB port using the supplied USB cord.
3. Press and hold the power button until the blue power indicator light illuminates, then
release the power button.
4. Allow time for the LightSpeed’s USB drivers to load. Once finished, the PC will display a
message stating the USB component is ready for use. This will only be required on initial
installation.
5. Insert disc labeled, “LightSpeed Installation,” into the CD-ROM drive. It should start
loading the LightSpeed Graphic User Interface (GUI) automatically. If the software does
not start to load, go to the Windows Start Menu, then My Computer. Left-select the CD-
ROM drive that contains the GUI disc. Once the folder is open, double-select the file
named, “Autorun.exe.”
6. From the Installation menu / select, “Install.” (figure 2-1)
(figure 2-1)
a. Agree to the license agreement / select “I agree.”
b. Select component / select “Application Files”/ select “Next.”
c. Select install location / select “Next.”
d. Select Start Menu folder / select “Next.”
e. Select to “Load Eltima drivers.”
f. Software will complete loading.

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7. Select the Windows LightSpeed icon to start the GUI software (figure 2-2).
(Figure 2-2)
8. The LightSpeed Graphic User Interface will open displaying the
Stroke Monitor Window and the LightSpeed control panel. (figure 2-
3).
(figure 2-3)
9. Select on the Tool icon. (figure 2-4).
(figure 2-4)
10. Select the Writer Settings tab. (figure 2-5).
(The LightSpeed emulates Baron Transcript TX and Smartwriter)

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11. Under the Writer Mode drop-down, select “Baron Transcript TX.”
12. Select “OK”/ an Updating Keyboard Flash Memory notification should display.
(figure 2-5)
13. Return to main GUI screen, select the Start/Stop button, Start should display.
14. Use the COM port drop-down to select the desired port assignment. (figure 2-6).
15. Select the Start/Stop button until “Stop”is displayed.
16. Open CAT program. Continue to next page.
(figure 2-6)