Livescribe APA-00002 User manual

PULSE™ SMARTPEN
VERSION 1.7
USER GUIDE
NOTE: 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.

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COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARK
LIVESCRIBE, PULSE, and PAPER REPLAY are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Livescribe, Inc.
Anoto is a trademark of Anoto Group AB. Microsoft and Microsoft Word are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States or other countries.
Apple and iTunes are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. in
the United States or other countries. MyScript is a registered trademark of Vision Objects,
Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
Copyright © 2007-2009 Livescribe, Inc. All rights reserved.
NOTE: Please read the End User License Agreement with this product before using the
accompanying software program(s). You accept the terms of the End User License
Agreement by using any part of the software. Using any non-authorized charging
accessories or ink cartridges may damage your Pulse smartpen and voids your Pulse
smartpen’s warranty.
Software Downloads Available
To download Livescribe™ Desktop software, go to www.livescribe.com/install.
Agency Compliance Information
For product, regulatory, and compliance information, see Regulatory Information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCING THE PULSE SMARTPEN 1
What’s in the Box 1
What is New in this Version? 1
Your Pulse Smartpen 1
USB Mobile Charging Cradle 2
3D Recording Headset 2
How do binaural recordings work? 3
ABOUT THE PULSE™ SMARTPEN AND LIVESCRIBE™ DOT PAPER 4
Livescribe Dot Paper 4
How the Pulse Smartpen Works 5
USING YOUR PULSE SMARTPEN 5
Changing the Display Orientation 6
Setting Time and Date 7
Charging your Pulse smartpen 8
Checking Status 9
NAVIGATING YOUR PULSE SMARTPEN 10
Using a pre-printed Nav Plus 10
Drawing a Nav Plus 12
USING PAPER REPLAY 13
Recording Audio 14
Tap the Record button on a notebook 14
Use Quick Record 14
Use Nav Plus to begin a recording 15
Stopping Recording or Audio Playback 16
Pausing and Resuming Recording or Audio Playback 16

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Playing Audio 17
Controlling Audio Playback 19
Jumping Forward and Backward 19
Speed Jumping 19
Jumping to a Position 19
Changing Playback Speed 19
Setting Audio Bookmarks 20
Adding Bookmarks 20
Reviewing Bookmarks 20
Changing Playback Volume 20
About Paper Replay Sessions 21
Paperless Sessions 21
Linking Notes to Previously-Recorded Audio 22
Browsing Paper Replay Sessions 22
Deleting Paper Replay Sessions 24
Using Background Recording 26
Using Nav Plus during Paper Replay 27
Sharing your Notes 27
CHANGING PULSE SMARTPEN SETTINGS 27
Setting the Time and Date 27
Setting the Time 27
Setting the Date 27
Setting the Date Format 28
Changing Display Settings 28
Changing Display Brightness 28
Changing Display Scroll Speed 28
Changing Display Orientation 29
Changing Audio Settings 29

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Setting Recording Quality 29
Setting Microphone Sensitivity 30
Setting Playback Latency 30
Turning On/Off the Menu Voice 30
Using the Settings Menu 31
ADDITIONAL PULSE SMARTPEN APPLICATIONS 32
Calculator 32
Basic math functions 33
Scientific Functions 34
Using Quick Commands 35
Quick Command List 35
Battery Quick Command 36
Calc Quick Command 37
Storage Quick Command 39
Audio Quick Command 40
Play Quick Command 42
Time and Date Quick Command 43
Translator Demo 44
Translator demo Word List 44
Launching Translator Demo 45
Piano 46
Launching Piano 46
Drawing Your Piano 47
Turning Off the Rhythm Track 48
Adding Sharps and Flats 49
LIVESCRIBE DESKTOP 50
LIVESCRIBE ONLINE 50
ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES 50

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3D Recording Headset 50
USB Mobile Charging Cradle 51
Stylus Option 51
PRODUCT SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE 52
Product Safety Information 52
Maintaining Your Pulse Smartpen 53
Resetting Your Pulse Smartpen 53
Cleaning Your Pulse Smartpen 54
Disposal 54
Hearing Notice 54
GETTING HELP 54
Contacting Customer Service 54
Web-based knowledgebase 55
Web-based forum 55
Response form 55
Phone 55
Returns 55
Items purchased directly from Livescribe 55
Items Purchased from A Third party 55
REGULATORY INFORMATION 56
US FCC Statement 56
Canadian, Industrie Canada ICES-003 Statement 57
CE Declaration of Conformity 57
ROHS Compliance Statement 57
UL 58
Battery Warning 58
Static Electricity, ESD, and Your Pulse Smartpen 58

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Description of ESD 59
ESD-susceptible equipment 59
Precautions against ESD 59
Warranty Information 60
GLOSSARY 61

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This guide contains detailed descriptions of the Pulse smartpen and applications that run
on it. Use this guide along with the Getting Started Guide included with your Pulse
smartpen. For information about desktop software that works with your Pulse smartpen,
see the Livescribe Desktop User Guide.
NOTE: This guide instructs you to tap on paper controls to perform certain functions.
When you see this instruction, use the ink tip of your smartpen to tap on the printed
buttons within the Getting Started Guide and the Livescribe™ Starter Notebook.

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INTRODUCING THE PULSE SMARTPEN
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pulse smartpen. Soon you will be able to
personalize your smartpen settings, use your smartpen applications, share your notes at
Livescribe Online, and download new applications as they become available. To set up
your Pulse smartpen, follow the steps in Using Your Pulse Smartpen.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
•Pulse smartpen
•3D Recording Headset
•USB mobile charging cradle
•Getting Started Guide
•Tips and Tricks
•Starter single-subject, college-ruled notebook
•Carry-all soft case
•Ink cartridge
WHAT IS NEW IN THIS VERSION?
Livescribe made improvements to the Pulse™ smartpen firmware to correct known
issues, improve usability and performance. For detailed information about this release,
including known issues, read the release notes located here:
http://www.livescribe.com/releasenotes.
YOUR PULSE SMARTPEN
1. Power button
2. Headset jack
3. Built-in microphone
4. Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED)
display
5. Built-in speaker
6. USB connector
7. Infrared camera
8. Removable ink cartridge
9. Rechargeable lithium battery (non-
removable)

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USB MOBILE CHARGING CRADLE
The Pulse smartpen USB mobile charging cradle serves several important functions.
Once you dock your smartpen into the cradle, Livescribe Desktop automatically transfers
your written and recorded data to your computer after the Livescribe Desktop
application is opened. The cradle will also allow you to charge your smartpen through
the USB port on your computer.
1. Nav Plus (navigation control) - If you
have no Livescribe™ dot paper
available, you can use this label to
navigate your smartpen menu and
applications.
2. USB connector - A magnet helps
your smartpen lock snugly into
place.
3. Ink cartridge removal ring - To
replace ink cartridges see Replacing
the Ink Cartridge.
NOTE: Make sure to use the USB Mobile charging cradle that came in the box with your
product. Smartpen models that have a power symbol printed on the power button
are only compatible with USB mobile charging cradles that have SKU: AAA-00012
printed underneath. These cradles are compatible with all Pulse smartpens.
3D RECORDING HEADSET
With your Pulse smartpen, you can record audio with either the built-in microphone or
the 3D Recording Headset. Livescribe designed the built-in microphone for monaural
recordings in smaller recording environments, such as a conference room. When
recording in larger spaces, we recommend using the 3D Recording Headset (see below),
which contains a microphone in each earbud. The dual microphones enable binaural
recordings, which accurately recreate the spatial audio environment.