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ECTACO® SpeechGuard®
TLX
TWO-WAY RADIO,
LANGUAGE LEARNING SYSTEM &
DURABLE SMARTPHONE
USER MANUAL
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ECTACO® SpeechGuard® TLX User Manual
ECTACO, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this manual.
ECTACO, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties
which may arise through the use of this product.
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deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or battery replacement. Be sure
to back up all important data on other media to avoid data loss.
The contents of this manual as well as software functionality are subject to change
without prior notice.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 5
Highlights ................................................................................................. 5
Notes and Cautions ................................................................................. 6
Maintenance ............................................................................................ 6
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................ 7
General View ........................................................................................... 7
USB port and Headset Jack .................................................................... 9
Installing microSD, SIM, and UIM Cards ................................................. 9
Setting up Wi-Fi ....................................................................................... 9
Making Telephone Calls ........................................................................ 10
Keyboard ................................................................................................ 10
Power Supply ......................................................................................... 11
Turning the Device on/off ....................................................................... 11
Display and Main Menu ......................................................................... 12
On-screen Keyboard .............................................................................. 14
Application Menu ................................................................................... 14
Context Menu ......................................................................................... 14
Basic Editing .......................................................................................... 15
Notifications Panel ................................................................................. 15
Pronunciation of Words and Sentences ................................................ 16
Voice Input ............................................................................................. 16
PC Communication ................................................................................ 16
TRANSLATION AID & LANGUAGE STUDIES ...................................... 16
Text Translation ..................................................................................... 16
Voice Translation ................................................................................... 17
Photo Translation ................................................................................... 18
Audio Phrasebook™ .............................................................................. 18
Usage of Audio PhraseBook for Foreign Language Studies ................. 21
Universal Translator ............................................................................... 22
Dictionary ............................................................................................... 22
English Dictionary .................................................................................. 26
Picture Dictionary ................................................................................... 26
Language Teacher® ............................................................................... 27
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U-Learn™ .............................................................................................. 28
Vocabulary Builder ................................................................................. 29
Linguistic Crossword .............................................................................. 29
SpeedReading Course .......................................................................... 29
Pockets .................................................................................................. 30
Linguistic FlashCards ............................................................................ 30
Spell-It-Right .......................................................................................... 31
Translation Test ..................................................................................... 31
Learning Settings ................................................................................... 32
OTHER CAPABILITIES .......................................................................... 33
Google Play ........................................................................................... 33
Using the 2-Way Radio .......................................................................... 33
Settings .................................................................................................. 34
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Language Learning System & Durable
Smartphone – ECTACO® SpeechGuard® TLX! The product you have purchased
is the result of the combined efforts of the ECTACO team of linguists, engineers,
and programmers. You are now the owner of one of the most advanced and
durable electronic devices ever produced for translation purposes and language
studies.
Highlights
Talking Dictionary
Voice input of text
Voice translator
Picture translator
Audio PhraseBook™ with speech recognition
Foreign language course
Language Teacher® – a Language Learning System
U-Learn™ – a hands-free/eyes-free Language Learning System,
SpeedReading course
Picture Dictionary for 39 languages, Universal Translator, Text Translator
Reading text aloud
Games
Installing of third-party applications compatible with Android OS
Support for 2G and 3G cellular networks
2 SIM cards (SIM & UIM supported), World emergency numbers
Rear camera (8 Mp), Front camera (0.3 Mp) for video conversations
Laser pointer, flashlight
2-Way Radio, up to 10 km range in open space
Alarm clock
microUSB port, headset jack 3.5 mm
microSD slot for up to 32 GB cards
Li-Polymer rechargeable battery (3800 mAh)
Dustproof and waterproof design
The functionality of a particular model depends on the set of languages included,
and it may partially differ from the device description in this manual. For more
information about a particular model, please visit our Web site at
www.ectaco.com.
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The device is powered by a rechargeable battery, AC/DC adapter, or a PC via
USB cable.
Notes and Cautions
Road safety comes first! Always keep your hands free to operate the vehicle
while driving.
When using the laser pointer: LASER RADIATION! AVOID DIRECT EYE
EXPOSURE!
Sensitive locations, such as hospitals and airplanes, may have restrictions on use
of radio transmitting equipment to avoid radio interference.
If you are listening to music or otherwise using your ECTACO® SpeechGuard®
TLX, but do not want to make or receive calls, switch the Airplane mode on under
Settings / Wireless & networks / More.
When using this device, obey local laws and respect local customs, privacy and
legitimate rights of others, including copyrights.
The built-in GPS receiver is on the left side in the interior of the device (see
General View on page 7). When using the GPS function, do not block this part of
the device.
Maintenance
To achieve optimum waterproof properties, follow the guidelines below.
Do not open the battery cover when the device is wet.
Make sure the battery cover and micro-USB slot cover are fixed properly.
Even though the 2-Way Radio antenna connector is made durable and water-
resistant, keep the plastic cap in place when not using the antenna.
Do not use the device in hot water.
If the device has been exposed to salt water, rinse it in fresh water. The device
must be wiped dry carefully after it has been rinsed.
Do not use a dryer with this device. Let it dry in a natural way.
Make sure there are no any extraneous items in the battery compartment.
Never charge the device when the connectors or terminals are wet or damp.
Before detaching the battery cover, the device must be wiped dry.
Do not use chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the
device.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
General View
Front Panel
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Back Panel
Battery Compartment
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USB port and Headset Jack
The micro-USB port and 3.5 mm headset jack are protected with a plastic cover.
To detach the cover, slide the pair of lock switches inward.
To attach the cover, push one side of the cover until it snaps into place and
then push the other side in the same way.
Installing microSD, SIM, and UIM Cards
Before installing the SIM card, make sure that the device is dry and switched off.
To open the battery compartment, unscrew six screws, holding the battery
compartment cover.
Take out the battery.
Installing SIM or UIM Cards
Insert your SIM or UIM card(s) ensuring that the beveled corner is on the
bottom right and the contact area is facing downwards.
You can install your SIM card into either SIM or UIM slot.
Installing microSD Card
MicroSD card is fixed on its place by a special metallic lock. You must unfasten
the lock prior to installing or removing the card.
Unfasten the lock by sliding it 1–2 mm outward of the battery compartment
terminals.
Put your microSD card to its place.
To fix the card, lower the lock to return it to the original position and then slide
it 1–2 mm toward the battery compartment terminals to fix into place.
Insert the battery into the compartment and screw six screws back.
Note: The screws should be tightened up properly. However, do not apply
excessive force to them, as it may result in damage.
Make sure the outside of the battery compartment cover and the cabinet of the
device are on the same level.
Setting up Wi-Fi
While most applications on your ECTACO® SpeechGuard® TLX can operate by
themselves, some would use a Wi-Fi connection in order to perform with
enhanced functionality.
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Key
Function(s)
SOS
Messaging with GPS coordinates and instant call to preprogrammed phone numbers configured in Settings / Emergency
rescue.
ET
The function may vary depending on the application.
Push-to-Talk
When using the 2-Way Radio function, press this key to speak.
When the Home Screen is displayed, tap and then select System
settings in the menu that appears.
For information on how to configure ECTACO® SpeechGuard® TLX to connect to
a Wi-Fi network, see Wireless & networks on page 34.
Making Telephone Calls
You can place calls from the People application , or other apps or widgets that
display contact information. Wherever you see a phone number, you can usually
tap it to dial.
Tap the Phone icon on the Home Screen or on the All Apps Screen.
Notice the three tabs at the top of the screen.
The Dialer tab lets you dial manually. Enter the number and then tap the
Phone icon below the keypad to dial.
If you enter a wrong number, tap to erase digits one by one.
To see numbers for all your contacts, tap . You can also search your
contacts from here.
To dial an international number, tap & hold the 0 key to enter the plus ( + )
symbol.
The Call log tab shows recent calls.
The Favorites tab shows the numbers you usually call.
You can switch applications during a call; for example, to look up information by
using the Browser.
To return to the Phone application while a call is in progress:
swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal your notifications;
tap the phone icon.
To end a call in progress, tap the End Call icon at the bottom of the screen.
Keyboard
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Volume up/
Volume down
Adjust the volume.
Camera button
Activate camera. Take a picture.
Back
Close application and go to the Home Screen. Cancel.
Menu
Show or hide the application menu. When in the Home Screen,
press this key to activate the system menu.
Search
Search. In the search window, enter the desired word or title you
want to find.
Home
Switch to the Home Screen. Press and hold: show recently used
applications.
Power Supply
ECTACO® SpeechGuard® TLX is powered by a special Li-Polymer rechargeable
battery. When the battery becomes low, a warning message will be displayed. To
restore full functionality of the device, recharge the battery as soon as possible.
The battery compartment is located on the back of the device and is covered with
a plastic cover. To open the battery compartment, unscrew six screws, holding the
battery compartment cover.
How to Recharge the Battery
Only a special charger may be used with your ECTACO® SpeechGuard® TLX.
Use of an inappropriate external power supply may cause failure of the device and
will void the warranty.
Battery charging is performed via micro-USB port by using the AC/DC adapter or
by a computer with USB-cable. The micro-USB port is located on the lower edge
of the device and protected by a cover which can be removed by sliding the pair of
lock switches inward.
Note: Charge the battery for at least 5 hours prior to the first use of the device.
When the battery is fully discharged, the device might not turn on even if you
connect it to the AC/DC adapter. You may need to charge the battery for 2 hours
before turning on the device.
Turning the Device on/off
To turn the device on or off, press the On/Off button (see General View on page
7). When the device is in sleep mode, press the On/Off button briefly to turn the
device on. Otherwise, press and hold the On/Off button for 3–5 seconds. If the
screen remains blank, connect the AC/DC adapter to your device via the microUSB port. The LED signal shows that the battery is recharging.
To put the device in sleep mode, press the On/Off button briefly.
To shut down the device, press and hold the On/Off button for a few seconds.
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