Penpower Technology Super ScanEYE User manual

PenPower Super ScanEYE
User Manual
Version 2.1
Created: September, 2010

Contents
Chapter 1 Product Features ............................................................................1-1
Chapter 2 Installation ......................................................................................2-1
2.1 Accessories ...........................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Product Contents ..................................................................................................2-1
2.3 System Requirements ...........................................................................................2-1
2.4 Hardware Installation ...........................................................................................2-2
2.5 Super ScanEYE Installation .................................................................................2-3
Step 1: Set up USB Cable on your PC ..................................................................2-3
Step 2: Install the Desktop Application.................................................................2-4
Step 1: Establish Pen-PC Communications..........................................................2-6
Chapter 3 Main Function ................................................................................3-1
3.1 Hardware Button ..................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Main Function Flow Chart ...................................................................................3-2
3.3 Addition Function Flow Chart ..............................................................................3-3
3.4 Main Function Layout ..........................................................................................3-4
Chapter 4 Dictionary Program .......................................................................4-1
4.1 Scanning Techniques ............................................................................................4-1
4.2 Single Word Translation .......................................................................................4-3
4.3 Phrase Translation ...............................................................................................4-5
4.4 Sentence Translation ............................................................................................4-7
4.5 Dictionary Program Function ...............................................................................4-9
Chapter 5 Scan and Store ................................................................................5-1
5.1 Edit Current File ...................................................................................................5-1
5.2 Creating New File ................................................................................................5-1
5.3 Open File ..............................................................................................................5-2
5.4 Delete File ............................................................................................................5-2
5.5 Set Scanning Direction .........................................................................................5-2
5.6 Set New File Language .........................................................................................5-2
5.7 Beam Current File ................................................................................................5-3

Chapter 6 Data Transfer ..................................................................................6-1
6.1 Super ScanEye Program ......................................................................................6-1
6.2 Connecting Super ScanEYE to the PC ..................................................................6-2
Connection Wizard .........................................................................................6-2
Manual Connection ...........................................................................................6-4
6.3 Data Transfer ........................................................................................................6-6
Data Transfer Setting............................................................................................6-6
Transfer Data........................................................................................................6-7
6.4 Editing data Within Super ScanEYE Manager .....................................................6-8
Chapter 7 Scan to PC .......................................................................................7-1
Chapter 8 Additional Functions .....................................................................8-1
8.1 Install Add-on Programes..................................................................................8-1
8.2 Address Book Component ...................................................................................8-3
New Address .......................................................................................................8-3
View Addresses ...................................................................................................8-4
Settings ................................................................................................................8-5
Beaming .............................................................................................................8-5
Edit Address Book in Super ScanEYE Manager ..................................................8-6
8.3 Internet Link Component .....................................................................................8-7
New Link ............................................................................................................8-7
View Link ...........................................................................................................8-7
Settings ...............................................................................................................8-7
Edit Internet Link in Super ScanEYE Manager ..................................................8-8
8.4 Table Component..................................................................................................8-9
Edit Current File...................................................................................................8-9
Settings ..............................................................................................................8-10
New File ............................................................................................................8-10
Open File...........................................................................................................8-10
Delete File ........................................................................................................8-10
Edit Table in Super ScanEYE Manager ............................................................8-11
8.5 Add/Delete Software..........................................................................................8-12
8.6 Install External Dictionary.................................................................................8-13
8.7 Transtar..........................................................................................8-14

Chapter 1 Product Features 1-1
Chapter 1 Product Features
Scanning/Recognition/Translation 3-In-1
Combining the functions of scanning, recognition, translation, it provides immediate
translation once scanning has completed. The Super ScanEYE can also be used to scan
words directly into application programs.
Scanning Input Method
The Super ScanEYE’s memory enables quick scanning and input of words, even articles.
Super ScanEYE is Light in Weight and User-Friendly
It provides great assistance when users are gathering or translating data.
Human Voice Reading for English Document
Human voice reading is available for all English sentences or single words that are
scanned.
Combination of Address Book, Internet Link and Tables
Super ScanEYE can scan name card, communication document, for example, email,
documents or Internet Link and save these data in the appropriate file type.
Sophisticated Recognition System
Using the most advanced words recognition techniques availability globally, it can
recognize both horizontally aligned or vertically aligned words. Right-handed or
left-handed users setting are available too.
Computer Connection and Data Organization
By connecting the Super ScanEYE to the computer, direct transfer of data into the
computer and backup of data is easy.
Extra Software
The installation CD includes an extra translation software, Transtar, which can help to
shorten the translation time.

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Chapter 2 System Installation 2-1
Chapter 2 System Installation
2.1 Accessories
2.2 Product Properties
CPU: ARM7TDMI
Computer Cable Connection: USB conversion cable.
Scanner Head: 128 line and image sensor.
Scanning Analysis: 400 DPI.
Display Screen: 61mm × 20mm.
Power: 2 × 1.5 V AAA batteries.
Weight: 90g (without batteries).
Size: 163mm × 38mm × 23mm.
2.3 System Requirement
Traditional Chinese Windows2000 /XP/Vista/7
16MB RAM.
8MB free hard drive space.
CD ROM (program installation).
Computer must have USB port.
Super ScanEYE
Registration Card
2 AAA batteries
Earpiece
Registration Card
User Manual
Installation CD
USB Conversion Cable

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2.4 Hardware Installation
in built speaker
display screen
power on/offbutton
scanner head
protection casing
Take off Super ScanEYE battery cover and put in 2 AAA batteries.
battery cover
battery compartment
RAM
earphone connection
Infrared communication port
PC connection

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2.5 Super ScanEYE Installation
Step 1: Set up USB-to-Serial Drive
1. Insert the installation CD-ROM, the system will automatically load the installation
screen. Select “Super ScanEYE” (Figure 1). Next select “I accepet the terms of the
licence agreement” (Figure 2).
2. Enter the selection screens for installation steps, and select “Install and Set Up Super
ScanEYE”. Make sure that the USB cable is not connected to the computer, If it is,
disconnect the cable and click on “Install Driver” to install the USB cable driver.
3. Click “Next” to begin installation.
Figure 1 Figure2
Figure 3 Figure 4

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4. Click “Finish” to end the installation
and restart the computer. You can also
choose to restart your computer later.
Figure 5
Figure 6
Step 2: Install the Desktop Application
5. When the software installation is
completed, click on the [>>] button
in Figure 4, and Figure 5 will appear.
Refer to the instructions in Figure 5
and plug the USB connector into the
computer’s USB port. Then click on
[>>] button to continue Step 2 of 2 for
installing Desktop Application.
1. Select “Install Desktop Application”
in Figure 6 and start installation.

Chapter 2 System Installation 2-5
2. Click “Next” to begin installation.
3. Select the folder destination and click
“Next” to continue.
4. Please enter the user name and the
company name, then click “Next”.
5. Please check the duplicate file setting,
then click “Next” to continue.

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6. The system will enquire whether you
want to load the Super ScanEYE
controller automatically when starting
the computer. Click “Yes” will enable
the Super ScanEYE controller to be
activated automatically when you
switch on the computer.
7. Click “Finish” to end the Super
ScanEYE Controller installation. The
“Super ScanEYE Desktop Application
” program will be shown when you
click on “Start” / “Program”. The Super
ScanEYE Desktop Application icon
will also appear at the bottom right
corner of the computer screen.
Initializing Super ScanEYE
Click on the [>>] button in Figure 6
to open the Help Screen for “How to Use
the Pen with the PC”.
1. Insert the USB connector side to a USB
socket on your PC.
2. Connect the plug side to the PC-Link
connector socket on your Pen.
3. Make sure that Desktop application
is rnning. If not, execute “Start”/
“Programs”/ “Super ScanEYE ”/
“Super ScanEYE” to run it.
8. Click on [>>] button in Diagram 6 and return to Diagram 3, where you can continue to
establish the connection between Super ScanEYE and the computer.
Note: For how to create the link between Super ScanEYE and your PC, refer to Section
6.2. and use the “Communications Wizard” to establish connection. And please
refer to Chapter 8 for the additional software installation, such as Transtar.

Chapter 3 Main Function 3-1
Chapter 3 Main Function
3.1 Hardware Button
: power on/off
: confirm, select or proceed to next screen
: cancel, back to previous screen
: up
: down
: right
: left
Use the buttons to explore and select the functions
Select the function
Use the direction button and move to the required function. Press to confirm your
choice. Press if you want to go back to the previous menu.
Error Message
When error message appears due to improper usage, such as scanning too fast, press
to select the error message.

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Main Menu
3.2 Main Function Flow Chart
Scan and Translate
Hear English Speech
Set Volume
Set Speaking Speed
View Translated Words
Select Dictionary
Scan Now
Scan to PC
Chinese T.
Chinese S.
English
Horizontal
Vertical
Edit Current File
Create New File
Open File
Set Scanning Direction
Set New File Language
Beam Current File
Scan and Store
Chinese Traditional
Chinese Simplified
English
Horizontal
Vertical
Send Stored Files to PC
Options
Set Interface Language
Set Right/Left-Handed
Set Black/White Text
Set Auto Shut-Off Time (1~4 Minutes)
Set Contrast (0~15)
Advanced Options
Chinese Traditional
English
Left-Handed
Right-Handed
Black Text
White Text
Enter Upgrade Mode
Set Serial /IR Comm.
(Serial Port /Infra-Red
Set Baud Rate
(9600/19200/28400/57600/11520)
Compact Memory
Information
View Battery Status
View Memory Status
View Serial Number
Versions & Copyrights
Chinese to English
English to Chinese

Chapter 3 Main Function 3-3
Additional Software Function Menu
3.3 Addition Function Flow Chart
Address Book
New
Address
View Addresses
Settings
open word/symbol list
First Name
Last Name
Title
Commpany
Address
Business Phone
Business Fax
Mobile Phone
E-mail
Web Page
Home Phone
Home Fax
Notes
Title
Commpany
Address
Business Phone
Business Fax
Mobile Phone
E-mail
Web Page
Home Phone
Home Fax
Notes
Beaming Send Address
Receive Address
Scroll Screen
Auto Advance
Auto Name
Select Fields
Fields Settings
Resume Editing
Activate Overwrite Mode
Insert Line
Delete Line
Clear Line
Scanning Opitons
Numeric
Multiple Lines
Internet Link
New
Link
View Link
Settings
open word/symbol list
Scroll Screen
Auto Advance
Link Abbreviation
Next Link Language
Resume Editing
Activate Overwrite Mode
Insert Line
Delete Line
Clear Line
Scanning Opitons Numeric
Multiple Lines
Table
Edit Current File
open word/symbol list
Settings
Scroll Screen
Auto Advance
Right-to-Left Table
Resume Editing
Activate Overwrite Mode
Clear Text
Scanning Opitons Numeric
Multiple Lines
New File
Open File
Delete File
Set New File Language
Chinese Traditional
Chinese Simplified
English
Chinese Traditional
Chinese Simplified
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3.3 Main Function Layout
Dictionary Program
Translation from English to Chinese after Super ScanEYE scan in the English document.
(Please refer to Chapter 4: Dictionary Program.)
Scanning Input To Computer
Connect the Super ScanEYE to the computer using the connection cable allows direct
input transfer into the computer application program. (Please refer to Chapter 7: Scanning
to computer.)
Scan and Store
Input and edit data (Please refer to Chapter 5: Scan and Store.)
Data Transfer
To synchronize or transfer the data between Super ScanEYE notebook and the computer.
(Please refer to Chapter 6: Data Transfer.)
Selection
User can select the interface language left-handed or right-handed usage.
1. Interface Language
Set the interface language. The default language is traditional Chinese.
2. Left-hand/Right-hand Usage
Set the left-hand/right-hand usage. The default setting is right-hand usage, scanning
from left to right. If the setting is left-hand usage, please scan from right to left.
3. Reverse White Setting
Select the scanning of usual words or scanning of reverse white words. If the setting
is scanning of reverse white words, Super ScanEYE can scan in light coloured words
with dark coloured background.

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4. Automatic Power Off Time
By default, if the device is not in use for 60 seconds, it will power off automatically.
The default power off time can be altered and reset.
5. Contrast Setting
Set the contrast and brightness of the device. The bigger the number, the darker the
display screen.
6. Other Setting
Update setting, connection setting, data transfer speed setting and data compress set-
ting are available. (Please refer to Chapter 6: data transfer.)
Information
Displays SuperScaEYE hardware information.
1. Battery Status
Examine how much power is left for the battery.
2. Memory Status
Examine the memory usage by diagrams indicating the space in use and space unused.
3. Super ScanEYE Serial Number
Examine the Super ScanEYE serial number.
4. Read Me
Examine the Super ScanEYE model number, copyright information and the operating
environment model number.

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Chapter 4 Dictionary Program 4-1
Chapter 4 Dictionary Program
Dictionary program translate English to Chinese. Using Super ScanEYE to scan English
document directly and translate it instantly to Chinese.
4.1 Scanning Techniques
Penpower Super ScanEYE can be used to scan many kinds of character. The size must be
between 6 and 22 biggest font 8mm). It can scan in any words with different background
colours except ‘red words with white background’ or vice versa and also’ blue words with
black background’ and vice versa.
1. Take off the protection cap, then press to power on.
2. Select “Scan and Translate” from the menu. Press when the screen shows “Scan
Now” message, and the scanner is ready for scanning. As the red light at the scanner
head is blinking, this indicates that scanning can begin. Press for options.
Press the left-right direction button to select Traditional Chinese to English dictionary
or English to Traditional Chinese dictionary. Under the English to Traditional Chinese
dictionary mode, the English words can be scanned and translated into Chinese
readily. Under the Traditional Chinese to English dictionary mode, the Traditional
Chinese words can be scanned and translated into English readily.
Attention: The red light should be blinking during scanning. Otherwise, please power
off the scanner and power on again.
3. Left-hand/Right-hand Setting: If you are using your left hand to operate the scanner,
please set to left-hand usage in the setting. Please refer to Chapter 3, Section 3.3.
4. Scanning Direction Setting: Default setting is auto-detection. Users can follow the
words direction and do a vertical or horizontal scanning, so as to increase the scanning
recognition speed. Please to Chapter 5 Section 5.5.

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5. Word Scanning
* Place scanner head at the starting word position at about half an inch from it.
* Hold the Super ScanEYE and tilt the scanner head at an angle between 75-90 degree,
allowing the scanner head to touch the article lightly.
* For horizontally aligned words, scan from left to right. If left-hand option has been
set, scan from right to left.
* For vertically aligned words, scan from top to bottom, keeping the scanner head
consistently at the center of the vertically aligned words.
* When the scanner head has scanned in the final word, remove the scanner from the
article and the scan in words and its translation will be shown on the screen.
6. Rescan the wrong words
Rescan the wrong words: If there are errors in the words being scanned, please follow
step 5 above to rescan the incorrect words.
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4.2 Single Word Translation
Translation From Single Traditional Chinese Word To English
If the Chinese word is scanned one at a time, the English translation will be shown after
the Chinese word.
1. Different translations will be separated by the punctuation “;”. Use the up-down
direction button to scroll for more translation contents.
2. If the display remains at the translation screen, you need not go back to the previous
dictionary program screen. You can continue to scan in new word and it will replace
the old word that you scan in before.
For example, when the Chinese word
“掃” is scanned, the translation screen
display will be as shown below.
Translation From Single English Word To Chinese
If you scan in a single word at a time, the screen displays two rows after scanning. The
top row shows the single English word and bottom row shows the Chinese translation.
For example, when the single word ‘“row” is scanned, the translation screen display will
be as shown below.
1. The single English word that is scanned in will have its word and translation shown on
the display screen.
2. Press up-down button to scroll the screen to check for more translation.
3. Press and the English word will be read out aloud.
4. If the display remains at the translation screen, you need not go back to the previous
dictionary program screen. You can continue to scan in new word and it will replace
the old word that you scan in before.
5. Word with multiple meanings: When the single word being scanned has two or more
translation, Super ScanEYE will list out all the translation and give each translation a
number.