Ectaco Besta CD-616 User Manual

Index

Attention .................................................................................................

1

Introduction to the Unit

1.	Product Layout.................................................................................	3
2.	Keyboard Buttons ............................................................................	5
3.	Key Descriptions ............................................................................	14
4.	On-screen Control Keys ................................................................	14
5.	Indicator Descriptions ....................................................................	15
6.	Hot Key Functions .........................................................................	15
7.	The Stylus ......................................................................................	16
8.	The Panel .......................................................................................	16

User Guide

1.	Power Source ................................................................................			17
	1.1	Replacing the Battery ........................................................................		17
	1.2	Replacing the Card ............................................................................		18
	1.3	Recharging the Battery .....................................................................		18
	1.4	Checking the Battery Power ..............................................................		19
2.	Main Menus ....................................................................................			20
3.	Input systems ................................................................................			21
	3.1	Inputting English on the Keyboard .....................................................		21
	3.2	Inputting Special Symbols on the Keyboard ......................................		22
	3.3	Inputting Chinese on the Keyboard ....................................................		22
	3.4	Inputting Japanese .............................................................................		29
	3.5	Handwriting Recognition ....................................................................		29
	3.6	Tips for Handwriting Input ..................................................................		30
		3.6.1	Increasing the recognition rate. .........................................................	30
		3.6.2	Writing Chinese with standard stroke .............................................. .	30
	3.7	On-screen English Keyboard ............................................................		30
	3.8	On-screen Symbol Keyboard ............................................................		31

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Index

4.	Data Editing ...................................................................................			31
	4.1	Selecting data ...................................................................................		31
	4.2	Copying/Cutting/Clearing data ...........................................................		32
	4.3	Pasting data ......................................................................................		32
5.	Data Search ..................................................................................			32
6.	Selecting Date................................................................................			33
7.	Inputting Digits ................................................................................			33
8.	Setting the Time ..... ........................................................................			34
9.	Initializing		.......................................................................................	34
	9.1	Touch Panel Correction .....................................................................		34
	9.2	Resetting the Device .........................................................................		35
10. USB Disk			.......................................................................................	36
11. Menu Management .........................................................................				37
Dictionary
Features ...............................................................................................				39
1.	Data Index ......................................................................................			42
	1.1	Index .................................................................................................		43
		1.1.1	Itemindex........................................................................................................	43
		1.1.2	Path...................................................................................................................	44
		1.1.3	Language Selection ..........................................................................	44
2.	Definition ........................................................................................			44
	2.1	UnderDefinition .................................................................................		45
		2.1.1	Font size .............................................................................................	46
		2.1.2	Syllablepronunciation....................................................................................	46
		2.1.3	Repetition ...........................................................................................	46
		2.1.4	Following to read..........................................................................................	47
		2.1.5	Others .................................................................................................	48
		2.1.6	Storing data ........................................................................................	50
		2.1.7	Pronunciation..................................................................................................	50
3.	Data Search ..................................................................................			51
	3.1	Search by Smart Input ......................................................................		51

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Index

	3.2	Wildcard Search ...............................................................................	53
	3.3	Cross Search ....................................................................................	54
	3.4	Secondary Search ............................................................................	55
	3.5	Multilayered Search ..........................................................................	56
	3.6	Other Data Search ............................................................................	58
	3.7	Special Data Search .........................................................................	58
4.	Illustrated Dictionary .......................................................................		59
5. A Card & B Card ............................................................................			60
Study
Features ...............................................................................................			62
1.	Animation Study Series..................................................................		66
	Animation Dictionary ................................................................................		66
	Animation Grammar .................................................................................		67
	Animated Phrases ....................................................................................		69
	Animated English .....................................................................................		72
2.	Language Study Series ..................................................................		73
	TravelDialogue .........................................................................................		73
	Interactive English ....................................................................................		74
	English Proficiency Test ...........................................................................		75
	Word Component .....................................................................................		76
3.	English Study Series .....................................................................		77
	Video Teaching .........................................................................................		77
	Listening&Speaking Classroom ................................................................		78
	Words Studio ...........................................................................................		80
	DIY Dictionary .........................................................................................		81
	Review and Self-Test ................................................................................		81
PIM
Features ...............................................................................................			84

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Index

Operation Guide
1.	Data Input ......................................................................................		87
	1.1	Inputting Data in a Field.....................................................................	87
	1.2	Defining a Field .................................................................................	88
	1.3	Editing a Category ............................................................................	88
2.	Data Index ......................................................................................		89
3.	Viewing an Entry ............................................................................		90
1.	Name Card ....................................................................................		91
	1.1	Portrait/Photo....................................................................................	91
	1.2	Securing/Unlocking Data ...................................................................	92
2.	Memorandum .................................................................................		92
3.	Schedule ........................................................................................		93
	3.1	Cycle ................................................................................................	93
	3.2	Index .................................................................................................	94
4.	To Do List ........................................................................................		94
5.	World Time .....................................................................................		95
6.	Calendar .........................................................................................		96
7.	Curriculum Schedule ......................................................................		97
8.	Paint Brush .....................................................................................		97
9.	Calculator .......................................................................................		98
10.	Conversion .....................................................................................		98
11.	Income & Expense .........................................................................		99
System
Features ..............................................................................................			100
1.	Communication with PC ...............................................................		102
2.	Memory Management ...................................................................		102
3.	After Service .................................................................................		103
4.	Password Setting ..........................................................................		104

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	Index
5.	Startup Picture ..............................................................................	104
6.	Menu Setting .................................................................................	105
7.	Power Management ......................................................................	105
8.	Phonetic Repeat ...........................................................................	106
9.	Alarm ............................................................................................	106
10.	Input Setting ..................................................................................	106
11.	Handwriting Setting .......................................................................	107
12.	Personal Setting ...........................................................................	107
Multi
Features ..............................................................................................		108
Retrieving Data from Folder ................................................................		110
1.	MP3...............................................................................................	110
2.	Games World................................................................................	111
3.	Recorder .......................................................................................	112
4.	My Photo Album ............................................................................	112
5.	Dictionary Picture Library..............................................................	113
6.	eBook City ....................................................................................	113
7.	Flash Sprite ...................................................................................	114
8.	Text Viewer ...................................................................................	114
9.	File Manager .................................................................................	115

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Attention

Data Backup

All your personal data should be copied to separate permanent printed records. Resetting the device will cause permanent personal data loss. Such loss is not covered by warranty.

Touch Panel & Display

To avoid scratching the screen, use the stylus that comes with this device only.

When cleaning, rub the screen lightly with a clean, dry and soft cloth (do not use volatile liquids).

Expansion Card

Insert the Secure Digita Card/Multi Media Card into SM Card slots. Do not turn off the power, remove the SMC cover or the card during data saving to avoid abnormal operation.

Non Waterproof

The device is non waterproof. Please keep it away from any liquid. In case it happens, please dry the surface and send the device to our service center for checking.

Magnetism

The microphone of the product possess magnetism design, so please do not place it with others which have magnetism design together lest it should lose magnetism and inherent functions.

Note:

Weareobligedtochargeusermaintenancefeeifthedeviceisdamagedduetothebreakageonthescreenorliquid percolation,fortheman-madedamagesarenotcoveredbywarranty.

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Attention

Expansion Card Notice

!! ! Turn off the unit before removing/inserting the card.

!! ! Otherwise the memory of the device and the card will be damaged or lost.

!If users remove/insert card without turning off the power first, the device will automatically turn off.

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Introduction to the Unit

Product Layout

1.Product Layout

*Obverse side:

Screen

RESET Key

Right on-screen control keys

Hidden microphone

Speaker

Left on-screen Control Keys

Keyboard

MP3 Hot Key/LED Indication Light

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Introduction to the Unit

Product Layout

*Reverse side:

Mini USB Socket	Serial number Label of Products
Earphone Socket	Stylus
SD/MMC Slot A	Stylus Slot
Battery Cover (Slot)	SD/MMC Slot B
	DC Adaptor Socket

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	Introduction to the Unit	Keyboard Buttons
2. Keyboard Buttons

Numeric key “1”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

The first tone of Chinese Pinyin input method

Numeric key “2”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

The second tone of Chinese Pinyin input method

Numeric key “3”

The third tone of phonetic/Pinyin input methods

Numeric key “4”

The fourth tone of phonetic/Pinyin input methods

Numeric key “5”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Numeric key “6”

The second tone of phonetic/Pinyin input methods

Numeric key “7”

The light tone of phonetic/Pinyin input methods

Numeric key “8”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Numeric key “9”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Numeric key “0”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

English letter “A”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

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Introduction to the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical signs: square

AM setting in 12-hour system

English letter “B”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical signs: percentage

English letter “C”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese input method: lower case in Japanese

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical signs: Y power of X

English letter “D”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

English letter “E”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

In index of E-C-J-K Dictionary, input Korean symbol “ ”; with , input Korean symbol “ ”

English letter “F”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

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Introduction to the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

English letter “G”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: logarithm

English letter “H”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: exponential

English letter “I”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: with , make “not” calculation

English letter “J”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: X power Y

English letter “K”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

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Introduction of the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: square root

English letter “L”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: positive/negative

English letter “M”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese long tone with

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

English letter “N”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

English letter “O”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” ; with , input Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: with , make “xor” calculation

English letter “P”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

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Introduction to the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ”, with , input Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: addition

PM setting for 12-hour system

English letter “Q”

Mandarin Phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ”, with , input Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: exponential constant (e=2.71828…)

English letter“R”

Mandarin Phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ”, with , input Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: start bracket

English letter “S”

Mandarin Phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese kana in “” line

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

English letter “T”

Mandarin Phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ”, with , input Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

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Introduction to the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

Mathematical sign: close bracket

English letter “U”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: with , make “or” calculation

English letter “V”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: o (degree), ' (minute), " (second)

English letter “W”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ”, with , input Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: Pi (π=3.14159…)

English letter “X”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese input method “half-voiced sound”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: Factorial (!)

English letter “Y”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

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Introduction to the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

Mathematical sign: with , make “and” calculation

English letter “Z”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

ChangJie input method “ ”

Japanese input method “voiced sound”

Korean symbol “ ” in index of E-C-J-K Dictionary

Mathematical sign: inverse and inverse matrix

Pronounce English

Pronounce Japanese with

Pronounce Chinese

Pronounce Cantonese with

Learning key (Use it on the definition screen of dictionaries, travel dialogues and interactive English

Repeat function with

Switch the font size

Pronounce syllable by syllable for over twosyllable words more in the definition screen of dictionaries

Set the volume and the voice speed with

Select item “ ” under main menu

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Open “Function” menu, same as [Func] on screen

Select item “ ” under main menu

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

In English input mode input symbol “.”

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Introduction of the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

Switch option (focus) in some screens

Multimedia hot key—open the multimedia function

Switch traditional/simplified character with

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Mathematical sign: subtraction

Switch to capitalization when input English

Combine with other keys

Lock the keyboard for inputting capital letters

Asterisk “ ”

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Japanese kana “”, “”, “”

Mathematical sign: multiplication

Select Chinese input methods

Mathematical sign: division

Delete a letter/character

Delete the selected items, same as [DEL] on screen

Combine with to switch the editing mode

Input special symbols in English mode

Mandarin phonetic symbol “ ”

Mathematical sign: clear numerals, same as [CE]

Switch among F1 F5 main menus

Directly return to the main menu

Exit from the current function

Show the on-line-help messages

Save the current record or data

Save an item for review and test (definition of dictionaries, travel dialogues and make sentence)

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Introduction to the Unit

Keyboard Buttons

Switch Chinese/English mode when editing

Switch Chinese/Japanese/Korean/English menus

Input “ ” instead of unknown word in index screen

Of dictionaries

Input a space when editing

The first tone in Mandarin phonetic/Pinyin input method

Confirm the first choice while inputting Chinese

Mathematical sign: clear, same as [AC]

Confirm the current action

Move the cursor to the next line to input data

Mathematical sign: equal to [=] to calculate result

Left direction key/move cursor to left/page left

Right direction key/move cursor to right/page right

Pronounce or search when data is highlighted in the definition screen of dictionaries

Modify equation in Tabulation calculation

Switch the cursor up or scroll a line up

Switch the cursor down or scroll a line down

Page up

View the previous record

Page down

View the next record

RESET key

Power on/off key

Select the corresponding main menu

~Function keys, same as F1~F5 on the screen

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	Introduction to the Unit	key Description
3. Key Descriptions

A. ChangJie code

B.Japanese kana

C.Mathematical signs

D.Mandarin phonetic symbol

E.English letter

F.Korean phonetic symbol

A B C

D F E

4. On-screen Control Keys

Tap with stylus to activate the functions.

MP3 player	Illustrated Dictionary
Recorder	Oxford Advance Dictionary
My Photo Album	English-Chinese Dictionary
Paint Brush	Animation Dictionary
To adjust the speed and volume	Function same as	key
To adjust LCD contrast	Function same as	/	key
Data Edit	Function same as	key
Data Search	Function same as	key
To check the battery power	Function same as	key

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	Introduction of the Unit	Indicator Description
5. Indicator Descriptions

The following indicators will appear when specified functions are selected or executed.

Data searching
Corresponding Chinese input methods
ChangJie	Zhu Yin symbol	Simplified ChangJie
Radical strokes	General Pinyin	Chinese/Japanese Pinyin
Total Strokes	Cantonese Pinyin Internal code
BoshiAmy	SBC case	Korean Pinyin
Address	English input	Japanese radical
Association	Phonetic symbol

Handwriting recognition (Chinese/Japanese/English)on-screen keyboard (English/symbol/Japanese)Hiragana or Roman Hiragana

Katakana or Roman Katakana

on-screen Japanese keyboard

Tap to access handwriting or on-screen keyboard

To view more detail or help of current input method

(When input Japanese, “ ”points to Japanese PinYin)

6. Hot Key Functions

In the [OFF] mode, tap the MP3 Hot Key on the left side of the screen for over 2 seconds, and

the red light will be on. The system will start to search for song and play. Tap the hot key again to stop the playing.

Press in the main menu to access the hot key functions.

Press to view multimedia data in the dictionary mode.

Press to pronounce syllable by syllable in the definition screen of dictionaries for word with over 2 syllables.

Press open [Func] pull-down menu of the current corresponding function. The icon of the touch panel has all hot key functions.

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	Introduction of the Unit	The Stylus
7. The Stylus
Remove the stylus: pull it out lightly.
Insert the stylus: Place it into the stylus slot lightly.
8. The Panel
Easy to access the function.
Multi-color screen with 3.3 inch 320x240 STN .

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User Guide Power Source

1. Power Source

One of the following power sources can be used.

Rechargeable lithium battery which comes with this device (3.7V/ 780mAH)

A power adaptor with DC output 5V/ 1A which comes with this device.

This power source can be combined with operation .

Lithium Battery

SD/MMC Card

SD/MMC Card

1.1 Replacing the Battery

Insert:

(Turn off the power)

Remove the battery cover.

Insert the battery into the compartment following the arrow instructions.

Close the battery cover securely.

Remove:

Remove the battery cover.

Remove the battery.

Close the battery cover securely.

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User Guide

Main Power

Notes:

WhenBatterystatusdisplaylowelectricitymessageorthebeepalarmsoundsthreetimes,itindicatesthe powerisinsufficient. Pleaseturnthedeviceofffirst,theninsertapoweradaptortorechargethebattery.

Thepersonaldatawillberetainedeventhedeviceisoutofpower.Makesuretoturnoffthepowerbeforeyou changebattery.

Ifthebatterylowmessageappearsshortlyafteryouhaverechargedthebatteryfully,itindicates thebattery isexhausted.Pleasechangeanewone.

1.2 Replacing the Card

Insert:

(Turn off the power)

Remove the cover of SM Card slot.

Insert the card into the compartment following the arrow instructions.

Close the cover of SM Card slot.

Remove:

Remove the cover of SM card.

Remove the SM card.

Close the cover of SM Card slot securely.

1.3 Recharging the Battery

Be sure to use a Besta DC 5V/ 1A power adaptor.

Plug the charging adaptor into the DC socket on the device and plug the power adaptor into a wall outlet. It takes about 3 hours to recharge fully.

Notes:

Anydamageduetousingofotherpoweradaptorwhichdoesnotcomewiththisdeviceisnotcoveredby ourwarranty.

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User Guide

Battery Power

Anydamageduetousingofotherrechargeablebatterywhichdoesnotcomewiththisdeviceisnotcovered byourwarranty.Pleasedonotusethisbatteryonotherproducts.

Forthefirstuseofthisdevice,pleasefullyrechargethebatteryfor3hours.ThegreenLEDturnsoffwhenit isfullycharged.

ThegreenLEDblinkswhentheadaptorispluggedintothedevicewithoutbattery.

1.4 Checking the Battery Power

You are allowed to tap the hot key on the screen to check the battery power anytime.

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	User Guide	Main Menus
2.Main Menus

Tap [F1]~[F5] on the screen, press or ~ or to select a main menu. indicates the category has more pages to display.

[F1] Dictionary

[F2] Study (Page 1)

[F2] Study (Page 2)

[F3] PIM

[F4] System

[F5] Multimedia

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User Guide

Input Systems

Notes:
Inthemainmenus:
Press	toswitchbetweenChinese,Japanese,KoreanandEnglishmodes.(IdealforChineselearners.)
Press	toopenthehotkeyfunction.
Underthemainmanu,pressanyletterkeytoaccessthecorrespondingmode.
ToswitchthemainmenubetweenSimplifiedandTraditionalChinesmenu,justPress				and then	.
Atthefunctionscreen
Press	toreturntothemainmenu.
Press	toaccesstheon-linehelp.
Press	toreturntothepreviousscreen.
Under any dictionary mode of the [F1 DICT], tap		or press	to browse the multimedia
information.

Main Menu

To access the corresponding function, you may:

*Tap the function under the main menu or submenu directly.

*Press - / / keys.

3. Input Systems

3.1 Input English on the Keyboard

Press to switch to English input mode, then you may enter English letters or numbers.

Press twice to lock the keyboard for capitalized English letters input. Press for one capitalized English letter input.

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	User Guide	Input Systems
3.2 Inputting Special Symbols on the Keyboard

In English input mode, press key , then press numerical key to input the special symbols. You have the following symbols for selection.

Note:Indictionaryinputmode,youcan’tenterthespecialsymbolasthefirstletter.

3.3 Inputting Chinese on the Keyboard

Press to switch to Chinese input mode.

Press or tap the Chinese input icon to select your Chinese input method.

*There are ZhuYin (Phonetic symbol), Simplified ChangJie, Radical strokes, Chinese Pinyin, General Pinyin, Total strokes, Internal code, BoshiAmy and SBC case.

*You may access “0 Input Setting” under [F4 SYS] menu to set input methods or access out website to download more input methods.

Press or tap the corresponding numeric keys to select the desired Chinese character.

Except internal code and address, other input methods can activate [Association] function.

Please access [Input Setting] under [F4 System] to set the input methods.

When you enter the first character, the Association function offers the list of combination.Tap or press the corresponding numeric keys to select the second character.

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User Guide

Input Methods

Ex: Input the Chinese character “ ”. (take Chinese Dictionary for example )

ChangJie

Input “ ”.

Then click character.

ZhuYin (Mandarin Phonetic Symbol )

Input “ .”.

Then click character.

When [Association] function activates,

tap “ ” or press to select the second character.

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	User Guide	Input Methods
Radical Stroke

Press the direction keys to select

” ”(radical/Chinese/remaining stroke)

Tapor press page up/down to select the stroke of ” ”(radical/remaining stroke)

Press [SPACE] to select the desired character.

Cantonese Pinyin

Input “di”

Then click the desired character.

Simplified ChangJie

Input ” ”

Then click the desired character.

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