Logan ProxTalker User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ProxTalker.com, LLC
327 Huntington Avenue
Waterbury, CT 06708-1413
[phone]
www.ProxTalker.com
Logan Technologies Ltd
Logan Technologies Ltd
Centaur House
Ancells Business Park
Ancells Road
Fleet GU51 2UJ
www.logan-technologies.com

Thank You ! Backpack and Binder Removal
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Thank you for purchasing the Logan® ProxTalker® and
Sound Tags. We hope that this speech augmentation device
brings you and the people you help a new voice, reduced
frustration, and an easier mode of communication.
Please visit our website (http://www.ProxTalker.com)
for the most up-to-date information.
Backpack and Binder Removal:
Whether you are removing the backpack from the ProxTalker® or the binder from the
ProxTalker®, the procedure is identical. It is also simple to perform and requires only
one simple tool.
1) Refer to the illustrations below and insert a large at blade screwdriver or a butter
knife into either one of the two slots located in the underside of the tray.
2) Pry the tray tab loose by pushing downward on the screwdriver or butter knife as
you pull the ProxTalker® away.
3) Continue pulling that end of the ProxTalker® away until the other end of the
ProxTalker® is also free from its tray tab. Due to the tight t, it might be
necessary to wiggle the ProxTalker® a little.
Large at-blade
screw driver
tray tab
tray tab
slot
tray
Removing
the
binder
Removing
the
backpack
tray
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this publication
may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means, electronic or mechanical, for any
purpose, without the express written permission of ProxTalker.com, LLC.
Copyright © 2010 ProxTalker.com, LLC All Rights Reserved.
Knife

DECREASE VOLUME
INCREASE VOLUME
(+)
(-) ?
Programming Tags Reference Guide Quick Start Guide
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The Programming tags are a very quick and easy way to change the set ups and
recordings on the ProxTalker. Simply hold the tag on any button and it will activate
the function described on the tag.
Record or re-rcord
Increase Volume
Decrease Volume
Return tag’s original sound
OR
Erase a custom tag
Check Battery
Diagnostics
Unpacking
If you are reading these instructions you’ve already unpacked the Logan ProxTalker®
and SmartTags®. Please do not discard the package or the security screwdriver. In
the unlikely event that you will need to return the unit for upgrade or repair, you will
need this packaging material. It is designed to protect the unit from damage during
shipping.
Power
The Proxtalker is tted with 4 x C size batteries at the factory and is delivered ready
for use.
The ProxTalker ® goes to sleep after a few seconds of not speaking. It draws very
little power in the sleep mode. The batteries should last 6 months or more.
Although the ProxTalker® can accept any kind of C size batteries, we highly
recommend using Duracell® alkaline batteries. We do not recommend carbon
batteries as they will wear out very quickly.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT over tighten the screw. Turn it until you feel resistance
and then stop.
Playing Sounds
The ProxTalker ® can play one Sound Tag or several Tags in sequence.
1. Select the Sound Tag or set of Sound Tags you would like to play.
2. Place a Sound Tag on any button on the ProxTalker ®.
3. If you are building a phrase, place additional Sound Tags on the other buttons.
4. When you are ready to play a sound, press down on the Sound Tag rmly.
5. If you are playing a phrase, press down on the other Sound Tags in the sequence in
which the words should come out. You do not need to wait for a sound to nish before
pressing down on another tag.
Speak All
The ProxTalker® can automatically play several tags in sequence.
• Place the round green tag on any button.
• Press and tags play from left to right
Changing Speaker Volume
The ProxTalker® has four volume levels.
You can quickly and easily increase or decrease the volume any time you like.
To increase the speaker volume, press the INCREASE VOLUME Programming Tag
on any button of the ProxTalker®.
To decrease the speaker volume, press the DECREASE VOLUME Programming Tag
on any button of the Proxtalker®.
After each press of a Programming Tag, the ProxTalker® will play a beep. A double
beep indicates end of range.
Speak

Customizing Sound Tags Battery Installation or Replacement
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There are two ways to customize sound tags:
Use a blank tag.
Record over a programmed tag.
Making Custom Tags
Recording a new sound on a blank Sound Tag:
1. Place the blank Sound Tag to be recorded on any button on the Proxtalker®.
2. Press and release the Record Programming Tag on any other button on the
ProxTalker®.
3. The ProxTalker® will prompt you to RECORD a new sound. Start speaking
when the ProxTalker® beeps. The recording is over when the ProxTalker® beeps
again.
4. Apply a picture label to identify the blank Sound Tag.
NOTE: By default, the ProxTalker® will record a 2-second sound. However, if you
press and hold the blank tag, you can extend the recording time up to 8 seconds.
NOTE: Make sure tags are not duplicated e.g. two x number 5’s or two x ‘dad’
Re-recording a previously programmed Sound Tag:
Any Sound Tag can have its sound replaced - whether it is a pre-programmed Sound
Tag or a customized blank Sound Tag. The steps required are identical to creating a
new Sound Tag. Follow the steps above.
Resetting a Sound Tag:
1. Place the Sound Tag you want to reset to its original sound on a button on
the ProxTalker®.
2. Press and release the ERASE Programming Tag on any other button.
3. ProxTalker® will prompt you to press the Sound tag to be erased.
4. Press and release the Sound Tag to be erased.
5. Remember to change the label.
NOTE: If you erase a pre-recorded Sound Tag it will return to its original sound. If
you erase a blank Sound Tag that you had customized it will return to having no sound.
Making Custom Labels
New custom images, symbols, photos or words, can be printed and applied with
pressure sensitive adhesive labels to Sound Tags and laminated with clear tape.
Sound Tags are very robust and can withstand lots of abuse. Labels and clear tape are
available for purchase from ProxTalker® as a kit.
**Note: Exhausted batteries should always be disposed of properly.
1
2
3
Note the orientation of the battery as indicated
on the plastic in the battery compartment.
• Carbon batteries are not
recommended as they
wear out quickly.
• Never mix battery types.
Replace*
(do not overtighten)
Remove*
Put all 4 of them in
here - one at a time.
If you are REPLACING exhausted batteries**, remove them before continuing.
C-size alkaline batteries (We highly recommend using Duracell batteries)
DONE!
* Use supplied
security tool
It’s as easy as 1-2-3

Notes Troubleshooting
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The ProxTalker® is designed to be very physically robust. It should provide many
years of trouble-free service. If the ProxTalker® is damaged or stops working, there
are a few things you can do to determine the problem. In some cases you can repair
the ProxTalker® yourself. In other cases you will need to return the ProxTalker® for
repair.
No sound, or some tags work and some do not.
Possible Causes:
The ProxTalker® may need to be reset.
1) Remove and reinsert one battery (see page 13).
The batteries may be exhausted.
1) Replace all 4 batteries (see page 13).
The SD card might have ejected.
Open the hatch on the front of the ProxTalker and if it is misplaced follow
instructions below. (see page 7).
1) Remove all 4 batteries (see page 13).
2) Using a nger, gently push in SD card and listen for click.
3) Remove nger from SD card.
Results:
• If card was out, it should have clicked into place and stayed seated.
• If card was already in, it should have clicked and popped out a little.
4) If card popped out a little, press it in again and listen for click.
5) Reinstall batteries, or replace with new ones if necessary (see page 13).
6a) If unit does work, reinstall cover onto SD card hatch (see page 7).
6b) If unit still does not work, please contact: your sales representative,
the factory, or ProxTalker®.
My recording keeps changing or appearing to erase.
• Make sure you are not using two tags with the same code e.g. two number 8’s
• All tags must have different codes on an individual device
Use this page to record an index of custom sounds you’ve recorded, the serial
number of your ProxTalker® and the number of blanks ordered
e.g. 1-120 or 121-220
Serial Number:
Date Purchased:
Where Purchased:
Tag Number Custom Sound Description

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Troubleshooting Continued… Warranty Information
ProxTalker.com, LLC warrants that any hardware provided is free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use. ProxTalker.com, LLC warrants that the
product will perform substantially in accordance with the specications set forth in the
documentation accompanying the device. However, abusive handling, contamination
by immersion in liquids, exposure to extreme temperatures, battery leakage, or
modication of the housing may make it difcult or impossible for the product to
perform. The warranties described above are made for a period of one year from the
date the products are delivered to you as the rst user.
ProxTalker.com, LLC does not warrant that the product will meet your requirements
or that its operation will be uninterrupted or error free. The warranty does not cover
any component or part of the product that has been subjected to damage or abuse, or
that has been altered or changed in any way by you or others. ProxTalker.com, LLC is
not responsible for problems caused by any user supplied hardware, batteries, or any
upgrades or modications to these items that are made after the delivery of the product
to you.
THE WARRANTY DESCRIBED ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
WARRANTY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED, TO THE
FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
ProxTalker.com, LLC will repair or replace any hardware that proves defective in
materials, workmanship, or must be corrected to achieve warranted performance,
without additional charge, on an exchange basis, as described below. If ProxTalker.
com, LLC is unable to replace defective hardware or is unable to make the product
perform to its specications within a reasonable time, ProxTalker.com, LLC will either
replace the defective product with a similar product or refund the purchase price of the
product.
The remedies described above are the sole and exclusive remedies available in
connection with warranty claims and ProxTalker.com, LLC shall have no further
obligations. In particular, to the fullest extent permitted by law, ProxTalker.com, LLC
shall not, in any case, be liable for special, incidental, consequential, indirect or other
similar damages arising from any breach of these warranties, even if ProxTalker.com,
LLC or its agent has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Extended warranties are available. Contact factory for information and pricing.
I can’t get a good recording. Recorded sound is too quiet. The end
of the recording gets chopped off.
Important items to obtain good quality recordings
• Speakclearlyinaquietroom
Record sounds in a very quite room and speak very clearly into the microphone
using a normal speaking voice as though you were speaking to the person you help.
• Placement
Record sounds with the ProxTalker® placed on a table or desk in front of you so you
can easily see the front edge. Do not push the ProxTalker® too far away.
Some Buttons Do Not Work.
Make sure the area surrounding the buttons is free of dirt and debris.
TIP: A toothpick is useful for freeing up difcult to remove foreign objects.

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RoHS Statement Accessing the SD Card
All environmentally friendly ProxTalker.com ProxTalker® units are certied to comply
with all requirements of the Restriction of Hazardous Substances - EU Directive
2002/95/EC: restriction on the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical or
electronic equipment sold or used in the European Union after July 1, 2006. These
substances are lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated
biphenyls, and polybrominated diphenyl ethers.
Specications
Dimensions 12” width x 7” height x 3” depth
Weight 4 lbs with batteries, 3 lbs without
Power Requirements 4, C-size alkaline batteries
Battery Life Continuous use: at least 6 months
Moderate use: over a year
Storage Temperature 0 to 120 F
Operational Temperature -20 to 120 F
Sound File Capacity Approx. 30,000 2-second sounds w/1G SD card.
Approx. 1,000 minutes of recording time.
Humidity 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Volume Levels 0 dB, -3 dB, -6 dB, and -9 dB
metal ngers
front of card
Push in,
listen for click
back of card
SD Card
This is what the
SD card looks like
(both sides are shown)
After you install the 4 batteries and the cover (see page 13), you are... DONE!
* Use supplied
security tool
1
2
3
4
Remove all 4 batteries. (See page 13 for removing the battery cover.)
If card was out, it should have clicked into place and stayed seated.
If card was already in, it should have clicked and popped out a little.
> If card popped out a little, press it in again and listen for click.
Replace*
(do not over
tighten)

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FCC ID: W2BLGNPT1
IC: 8140A-LGNPT1
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FCC Notice CE Declaration of Conformoity
Manufacturer: ProxTalker.com, LLC
Address: 327 Huntingdon Avenue, Waterbury, CT 06708-1413
Telephone: [phone]
Product: Logan® ProxTalker®
Model: LPT1.0
Serial Number: 1-65,535
The undersigned hereby declares on behalf of ProxTalker.com, LLC that the
above-referenced product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity
with the provisions of:
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 61000-6-1
EN 61000-6-2
EN 61000-6-3
EN 61000-6-4
EN 61326
EN 55011
EN 55022
The Technical Construction File required by this Directive is maintained at the
corporate headquarters of ProxTalker.com, LLC.
Kevin Miller
Vice President
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 the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
4. Modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.