Prentke Romich Company Accent 1200 User manual

Hardware Manual
Prentke Romich Company
16957v1.3

Acknowledgements
Data can be uploaded from this unit to a personal computer for storage on a hard disk, CD, or other storage medium. Be sure to make
multiple copies of all important data to protect against accidental loss.
Accent, NuEye and NuVoice are trademarks of Prentke Romich Company
Minspeak and Unity are registered trademarks of Semantic Compaction Systems, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Semantic Compaction is a trademark of Semantic Compaction Systems, Inc.
Windows, Windows Explorer, Windows Media Player, Windows Movie Maker and Windows Live Movie Maker are registered trademarks of
Microsoft, Inc.
The Skype name, associated trademarks and logos and the "S" logo are trade arks of Skype Limited
Bluetooth Wireless Technology is a registered trademark. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of such marks by PRC is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Digital photos by Gary Yasaki, Yasaki Photographic and Doug Miller, Holmes County Photography
ELECTRONIC INTERFERENCE INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 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.
Warning! Changes or modifications to this product which are not authorized by Prentke Romich Company could exceed FCC limits and negate
your authority to use this product.
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. You can determine whether
this product is causing interference in your radio or television by turning this product off. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by
this product or one of its accessories. You can attempt to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures:
•Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.
•Move this product to one side or the other of the television or radio.
•Move this product farther away from the television or radio.
•Plug this product into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio; that is, this product should be controlled by
different circuit breakers/fuses from the television or radio.
•If necessary, contact a Prentke Romich Company service technician for assistance.
Bluetooth Adapter
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) these devices may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) these devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The Bluetooth device contains FCC-ID POOWML-C40. Bluetooth QD ID B013848
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de
la classe B respect toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouiller du Canada.
CE ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Use: 0o - 45oC; Storage: (-20o) - 50oC; 95% maximum relative humidity @ ambient temperatures less than
40oC.
Attention! Consult accompanying documents .This device not intended to be an emergency call device or sole communication aid.
Warnings!
•When operating this device in a medical environment, do not use with any product that is not medically approved. Follow all rules for
appropriate cell phone and wireless device use.
•Any mounts used should be fitted by a qualified person. Failure to install the mounting system according to the manufacturer's instructions
may result in an injury to the user.
© 2012 Prentke Romich Company. All rights reserved. Under copyright laws this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the
written consent of the Prentke Romich Company.
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End User Licensing Agreement
You have acquired a PRC device which includes software licensed by PRC from Microsoft Licensing Inc. or its affiliates ("MS").
Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials and "online" or electronic
documentation (software) are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA), DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR COPY THE SOFTWARE.
INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT PRENTKE ROMICH COMPANY FOR INSTRUCTIONS. ON RETURN OF THE UNUSED DEVICE(S) FOR
A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR
AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE.
This EULA grants you the following license:
•You may use the SOFTWARE only on your PRC device.
•NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT TOLERANT. PRC HAS INDEPENDENTLY DETERMINED HOW TO USE
THE SOFTWARE AND MS HAS RELIED UPON PRC TO CONDUCT SUFFICIENT TESTING TO DETERMINE THAT THE SOFTWARE
IS SUITABLE FOR SUCH USE.
•NO WARRANTIES FOR THE SOFTWARE. THE SOFTWARE is provided "AS IS" and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO
SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU.
ALSO THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST
INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DEVICE OR SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES
DO NOT ORIGINATE FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS.
•Note on Java Support. The SOFTWARE may contain support for programs written in Java. Java technology is not fault
tolerant and is not designed, manufactured, or intended for use or resale as online control equipment in hazardous
environments requiring fail-safe performance, such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or
communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the failure of Java
technology could lead directly to death, personal injury or severe physical or environmental damage. Sun Microsystems,
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PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL MS BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF U.S. TWO HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS (U.S.
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•Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and Disassembly. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or
disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law
notwithstanding this limitation.
•SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may permanently transfer rights under this EULA only as
part of a permanent sale or transfer of the Device, and only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an
upgrade, any transfer must also include all prior versions of SOFTWARE.
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additional information see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting/.
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Contents
Acknowledgements ............................................................................................................2
End User Licensing Agreement ...........................................................................................3
Introduction....................................................................................................................... 7
Front View..........................................................................................................................7
Back View .......................................................................................................................... 8
Overview of Device Features........................................................................................... 9
Power Button......................................................................................................................9
Tools Key.............................................................................................................................9
Battery Charging Indicator..................................................................................................9
Low Battery Indicator .........................................................................................................9
Touch Screen ......................................................................................................................9
Switch Jacks A and B ...........................................................................................................9
Installing the Wheelchair Mounting Plate.....................................................................10
Adjusting the Wire Stand ...............................................................................................12
Attaching the Carry Strap ..............................................................................................13
Charging the Batteries ...................................................................................................14
Connecting to a Computer with the Bluetooth Wireless Adapter..............................15
Setting Up Infrared (IR) for Remote Controls...............................................................17
Adding a Device ................................................................................................................17
Modifying a Device ...........................................................................................................17
Sending IR Signals to an Appliance ...................................................................................18
Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection..................................................................19
Using the Cameras.......................................................................................................... 21
Managing Power Settings ..............................................................................................22
Using the Maintenance Menu Power Options .................................................................22
Shutting Down the Accent using Windows.......................................................................23
Waking Up the Accent ......................................................................................................23
Performing a Full Shutdown .............................................................................................23
Updating NuVoice........................................................................................................... 24
Updating via the Internet .................................................................................................24
Updating via USB Flash Drive............................................................................................24
Storing Your Device........................................................................................................25
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Disposing of the Device or Battery...............................................................................26
Cleaning and Disinfecting..............................................................................................27
Routine Cleaning and Disinfecting....................................................................................27
Disinfecting a Device and Accessories for Use by Multiple Clients...................................28
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................29
Battery Troubleshooting...................................................................................................29
General Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................29
NuVoice Troubleshooting .................................................................................................30
Restoring Windows...........................................................................................................32
Activating Your Copy of Windows ....................................................................................34
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Introduction
The Accent™ 1200 is a speech-generating device that offers user-friendly features to make
speaking fast and easy for individuals with severe speech impairments. This manual describes
how to use and maintain your device.
To learn about the NuVoice™ software that comes with your device, use the Help button to
the right of the text display area when the device is turned on. You can also download the latest
version of the NuVoice Software Manual from the PRC web site: www.prentrom.com.
Front View
Power Button
Low Battery Indicator
On/Off Indicator
Protective Case
Display Screen
Tools Key
Battery Charging Indicator
Camera
Camera Indicator
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Back View
* Detailed View of Standard Connector Module
Battery Charging Port
Switch Jack B
Switch Jack A
Headphone Jack
USB Ports
Camera
Carrying Handle
Connector Module *
Battery Compartments
Wire Stand
IR Transmitter Area
IR Receiver Area
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Overview of Device Features
Power Button
Press the power button. The indicator lights will illuminate and the device will open to NuVoice.
For information about setting up and using the power button, see “Managing Power Settings”
on page 22.
Tools Key
Select the Tools key to open a mini-menu of often-used tools. Select the Toolbox key in the menu
to open the Toolbox. Select the Tools key twice to bypass the mini-menu and open the Toolbox
directly.
Battery Charging Indicator
When the battery charger is plugged in, the Battery Charging LED will flash. If the batteries are very
low, the LED will flash rapidly until the battery is charged. When the batteries are mostly or fully
charged, the LED will blink approximately once per second to indicate the charger is plugged in.
Low Battery Indicator
The device has batteries that run the NuVoice system software and firmware. These batteries
are under the battery doors on the back of the device. When these batteries are low, the LED
will light and a warning tone will sound. Once the charger is plugged in, the Low Battery LED will
eventually go off and the Battery Charging LED will flash. When the Low Battery LED is lit,
always plug in the charger. When the battery warning sounds, you will no longer be able to save
changes and eventually the device will shut down completely.
Touch Screen
Do not use sharp, pointed objects on the touch screen! The touch screen is designed to be
used with your finger or the stylus that came with your device. This stylus is made specifically
for a capacitive touch screen. Anything else will harm your touch screen and may cause your
device to stop working.
The touch screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD). Should the display break (unlikely except
in extreme circumstances) and you come into contact with the liquid crystal, wash and rinse
your skin thoroughly. Be careful to avoid splintered glass.
Switch Jacks A and B
If you use a switch or switches for access to your device, plug them into these jacks. To use a
joystick, you will need a Y-adapter. If you have a joystick plugged in and it does not respond
normally, reverse the way it is plugged in (plug switch A into jack B, switch B into jack A).
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Installing the Wheelchair Mounting Plate
With the mounting plate in place, the device can be mounted on a table stand or a wheelchair
mount. If you purchased the wheelchair mounting plate, you received the mounting plate and
three screws in a plastic bag.

If you ordered a separate NuEye™ Tracking System, a different mounting plate will be
needed. Instructions are included with your NuEye unit.
Place the device face down on a flat surface. Be careful not to scratch the display.
The mounting plate screws into the four small holes outlined above in white.
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Place the mounting plate over the small holes on the device. (The actual mounting plate will be
black.)
Place the screws through the mounting plate and device holes and tighten the screws.
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Adjusting the Wire Stand
The wire stand allows the device to sit on a flat surface at two different angles, high or low. The
stand is set for the higher angle. This section explains how to change the angle.
Warning!Never carry the device by the wire stand.
1. Remove the three screws from the top of the
module.
2. Lift the module up and out. Keep the module facing
in the same direction.
3. Pull the wire stand legs out of the module.
4. Rotate the wire stand 180 degrees and place the
legs back in the module. Do not turn the module.
5. Replace the module and put the screws back in.
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Attaching the Carry Strap
Note: Not all devices come with a shoulder strap.
The carry strap holders are on the bottom of the device. At the end of each side of the strap
there is loop connector and, on the strap side, a quick-release connector.
1. Detach the loop connector from the strap by pressing
in on the sides of the quick-release connector.
2. Thread the loop through the carry strap holder.
3. Thread the connector through the loop and pull it
securely to the strap holder post.
4. Insert the loop connector into the strap connector until
the two pieces click and hold together.
5. Repeat these directions to connect the
other end of the strap to the device.
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Charging the Batteries
Always use the battery charger that came with your device. Any other charger may damage
the batteries.
How long the batteries last depends on how you are using your device. You may be able to get
10 or more hours of use from one charge, or you may use your device so heavily that a charge
only lasts 6-8 hours. Spend some time using your device every day in different ways to learn
how much battery life you will get from a single charge.
The time required to fully charge the batteries varies depending on the charge level when the
charge begins. When your battery needs to be charged, a warning will be displayed on the
screen telling you to plug in your charger. You will also hear a low-battery warning.
Plug in the small end of the charger cable. Plug the larger end into a wall outlet.
The best practice is to plug in your battery charger every night when you go to bed and any
time you see the low battery warning and/or the low battery LED comes on.
The status area of your display and the Battery Menu in the Maintenance Menu are places to
check for battery information. In Windows, look for the battery-charging icon in the task bar.
Status area on the display when the device is turned on
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Connecting to a Computer with the Bluetooth
Wireless Adapter
To connect wirelessly to a computer, you must use the PRC Bluetooth wireless adapter.
You can only use one Bluetooth device at a time with your device. If you are using a Bluetooth
switch and want to connect to an external computer, you must unpair your switch and pair with
the wireless adapter instead.
Before You Plug In the Adapter
Notice that the wireless adapter has a PRC label on one side and a label with a white circle and an
arrow pointing down on the other. The circle label covers a small switch called the "pair button".
You will need to press this white circle during the setup process. Depending on where the USB
ports are on your computer, it may be difficult to reach the circle and also reach your device.
You may want to ask someone to help you.
1. Plug the Bluetooth wireless adapter into the USB port on your computer. Remember where
the white circle is on the adapter. The LED on the adapter may flash for a moment when
you plug it in.
2. Make sure your device is turned on.
3. Select the Tools key on front of the case or select the Tools key to the right of the text
display area.
4. Select the Toolbox key
5. In the Toolbox, select Output Menu.
6. Set Output to On.
7. Set Output Destination to External.
8. Set Output Method to Bluetooth.
9. You will see a yellow box telling you to press the Pair button on the adapter. Press the white
circle label on the Bluetooth adapter.
10. The LED on the adapter will begin to blink. When you see a solid light, the adapter has
paired with your device and computer. This can take up to 20-30 seconds. In the status box
in the Output menu you will see, “Paired, Connected”.
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11. Exit the Output menu and go to your spelling keyboard.
12. Open a Word document or an application on your computer that you can type into.
13. Begin typing on your spelling keyboard. Your information should appear on your computer screen.
Once the adapter is paired with your computer, it should always be paired. You can remove
it from your computer. The next time you plug it in, the LED should light and it should be ready
to go as long as the Output menu is set correctly.
The Bluetooth adapter has a wide range. Your communication device and the adapter do not
have to "see" each other to work.
The Paired Devices option in the Output menu allows you to see and re-connect to any
Bluetooth devices you have been paired with. Disconnect allows you to disconnect from your
current Bluetooth device.
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Setting Up Infrared (IR) for Remote Controls
IR capability is enabled automatically with the Accent. The IR area of your device is on the back
of the case on each side of the headphone jack, near the top. When you are facing the front of
the device, the IR Learning Receiver is on the top left and the IR Transmitter is on the top right
of the IR area.
You can teach infrared signals for almost any appliance you own that has a remote control. If you
want to teach a remote control signal to your device, point your remote control at the IR area.
If you want to send an IR signal from your device, make sure the IR area is facing in the general
direction of the appliance you want to send the signal to.
Use the IR Setup Menu in the NuVoice Toolbox to teach remote signals to your Accent. The
following IR functions can be performed in NuVoice by using IR Setup Menu in the Toolbox:
•Add, modify, delete, or rename a device/appliance
•Add, change, delete, and test IR functions
Adding a Device
Several devices are already set up in the Accent. You only need to teach the signals to your
device. To add additional devices, select Add a Device and follow the instructions on the display.
Modifying a Device
1. Use the Up/Down arrows to select the appropriate device. When the appropriate device is
found, tap the button for the desired function and follow the instructions on the display.
2. Select Modify Selected Device.
3. Select the function to be changed and follow the instructions on the display.
4. When instructed, point the appliance’s remote control at the top of the Accent and press
the appropriate function button on the remote (e.g., power).
When teaching the device a new signal or re-learning a signal, make sure the remote is
pointed directly at the IR Learning Receiver on the left side of the headphone jack.
5. The Accent will beep when it receives the signal.
6. Select Test Signal to confirm that the signal functions properly.
The Re-Learn All Signals option allows each signal for an appliance to be re-learned
without re-entering the menu each time.
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Sending IR Signals to an Appliance
1. Make sure the IR area on the Accent is facing toward the appliance that will receive the
signal.
2. Select the device remote from the vocabulary screen.
3. Select the desired function.
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Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection
You can set up your device for a wireless Internet connection. You must have access to a local
Wi-Fi network. In the Accent, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are always turned on.
PRC is not responsible for the setup of your wireless network.
If you have, and can use, a USB mouse, you can plug it into your device and use it to select
icons on your desktop.
1. Turn your device on.
2. Select the Tools key on the right side of the front of the case or select the Tools key to the
right of the text display area.
3. Select the Toolbox key from the Tools menu.
4. Select Maintenance Menu from the Toolbox.
5. Select Hardware Diagnostics.
6. Select Network Setup.
7. From the Network screen, select the Connect or disconnect link.
8. You will see a list of available networks to connect to and their signal strength. If you are at
home, your home network should be visible. If you are at school or work, you will probably
see more networks to choose from.
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9. Select the network you want to connect to.
10. Select Connect.
11. Follow the directions on your display.
12. You may need to enter a network key or password.
13. When you are connected, the Wi-Fi icon in the task bar changes to bright white
14. Exit the menu and go to the Internet to test the connection.
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