Kapsys SmartVision Lite, SmartVision User Guide
SmartVision
SmartVision Lite
USER GUIDE
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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing SmartVision or SmartVision Lite.
SmartVision is the first Android Smartphone especially designed for people with low
vision and visual impairment. SmartVision combines a physical keypad, a full voice
interface, and a touchscreen, making it a fully accessible device.
SmartVision is the latest generation smartphone that provides you with a fully
adaptive interface and functionalities that are easy to navigate for everyday use. Its
applications are organised by favorites, its user interface has been simplified with a
large display (large icons, 4 font sizes), voice command, speech-to-text (dictation
mode for message writing), voice over description of what is on your screen, Kapten
(1)
GPS
web based assistance, character recognition
with voice control, a magnifier feature with contrast filter panels, NFC tags
(1)
, etc… it’s all there!
SmartVision gives you the best of smartphones with ease-of-use and unique
accessibility.
This User Guide has been developed to help you learn step by step, with the help of
screen shots, how to use the various basic functions in any of the three operating
modes that you have chosen.
It is complementary to the Quick Guide, and will allow you to make the most of your
SmartVision.
How to use this material
This User guide describes SmartVision’s main features and operating modes.
Features are described in a generic manner without reference to the more specific
requirements of the advanced accessibility mode (default mode) which are fully
described in the "Accessibility mode" section.
(1)
: Not available on SmartVision Lite.
(1)
,
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Content of the box
SmartVision by KAPSYS includes:
- A battery
- A 220/110V - 5V USB mains charger
- A docking station for charging
(1)
.
- A USB / micro USB cable
- A lanyard
- Two stereo earphones with microphone and a push-to-talk button.
- A protective case
(1)
.
This list of accessories may vary depending on the country, device configuration or
model version.
(1)
: Not available on SmartVision Lite.
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Table of Contents
Introduction 2
Content of the box 3
Introducing SmartVision 5
Installation 8
Keypad, Touchscreen and Voice control 13
Accessibility Mode 16
Voice interface 22
Screen reading 29
Home screen 30
The notification status bar 31
Applications 33
Favorites 34
Telephone 36
Messaging 42
E-Mail 46
Settings 50
People 57
SOS Function 63
Kapten
(1)
65
Assistance 78
Calendar 80
Alarm Clock 80
Camera 80
Calculator 81
Gallery 81
Video Player 81
Magnifier 82
Colors Detections 82
Sound recorder 83
Music 83
Browser 84
(1)
NFC
OCR
84
(1)
85
FM Radio 86
Search 86
Downloads 86
Legal notice and Warranty 87
Troubleshooting 91
Technical Specifications 93
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Introducing SmartVision
Front panel
The numeric keypad at the bottom part of the front panel enables you to dial a phone
number or type characters for text messaging using multi-tap mode.
4 control keys are located above the keypad:
- "OK" key to pick up a call, or confirm your entry.
- The two arrow keys "" allow to scroll or browse within a menu or a current
page.
- "C" key to end a call or clear an entry.
Above these 4 control keys, there are 3 easily recognizable Android recessed push
buttons:
- “Menu” on the left: press to access the ongoing "Menu".
- “Home”
- “Back”
in the middle: press to go back to the "Home screen" any time.
on the right: press to go "Back" to the previous screen.
Top:
The "On Off" and screen off mode button is located on the top right side of the
handset. Press and hold this button to start or stop your SmartVision. A short key
press will set the handset to standby mode and an additional short press will
reactivate it. On the middle, a clip for the necklace.
Then, the audio 3.5 jack on the left side of the "On Off" button connects to the
earphones supplied with the device.
Right side:
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The voice control key is located on the right side of your SmartVision. Press briefly
this key to send a voice command and press and hold if you want to write a message
through dictation.
The mini-USB port on top of the handset provides for connection to a PC or to a
mains charger using the cable included in the box.
Bottom:
Connection terminals at the bottom of the handset are used to connect to a docking
station to charge the battery, and a microphone.
Left side:
The two keys located on the left side of the handset are used to increase (volume up
key) or decrease (volume down key) the sound volume.
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Rear:
The emergency orange button is located on the back panel top left. Push down this
button to start an emergency instance. On the right of this SOS button are found the
camera lens and a port for amplified listening.
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Installation
Inserting the SIM Card
The SIM Card is issued by a telephone service provider when you take out your
telephone contract.
Please note: only Mini-SIM (2-FF) Cards are supported by SmartVision. If you have a
different SIM card, please ask your telephone service provider to replace it with a
Mini SIM. It is recommended to change the format of the SIM card rather than using
an adapter.
Inserting the SIM Card:
1. Turn the device upside down, look for the notch at the bottom left, and lift the
back cover.
2. Install the SIM Card, with the chip downwards and the tapered angle to the
bottom right. Slide the SIM card pushing upwards to fit it snugly into its
compartment.
Please note: the Micro-SD memory card reader is located right above the SIM Card
holder. Depending on the configuration of your product, the Micro-SD may be already
installed in the product.
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The battery
Inserting the battery:
1. Insert first the bottom of the battery into the slots.
2. Snap the battery into place.
3. Put back the rear panel fitting the top part first.
4. Snap firmly and close your device.
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Charging the battery
The battery you purchased with your SmartVision is not fully charged. Before using
the device, we recommend that you charge the battery for at least 4 hours.
You may subsequently charge it as needed and depending on your use and the
available charge of the battery.
You may check the icon located in the top right bar at anytime to know how much
charge is available in the battery. You can also short press the control key and say
clearly the keyword “Battery level”
To charge the battery, plug the USB cable (included in the box) into the mains
charger.
You may also charge your SmartVision using the docking charge.
Please note
(1)
: the protective case should be removed when using the docking
station. If you don’t want to remove the protective case to charge the device, you
may use the USB port located on the right side of the device.
(1)
: Not available on SmartVision Lite.
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Switch ONOFF your SmartVision
Press and hold the "On Off" button (on the top of the device) to start your
SmartVision. Release the button as soon as the device vibrates.
Please note: if the device does not start, please check if the battery has been
properly installed, if not, please repeat the installation procedure.
Press and hold the "On Off" button to switch off your SmartVision.
A screen called “Main menu” appears. Click on "Power off" and confirm. You will
feel a slight vibration as the device goes off.
Please note: The "Main Menu" screen also provides shortcuts to other direct options:
Aeroplane mode, Explore by touch, Screen off mode and configuration of the ringer.
To learn more about these different modes, refer to chapter "Settings" and
"Accessibility Mode".
Please note: The "Screen off" mode is only available when "explore by touch" is
enabled. This mode allows you to turn the screen of the SmartVision into black
during use in order to save the battery and protect your privacy data.
Screen off mode
When your SmartVision is on, a short key press of the "On Off" button will bring it
to standby mode (screen off), or back to running mode (screen on).
In standby mode, SmartVision’s screen is off but its features remain enabled. You
can still receive incoming calls, messages, emails and navigation instructions.
Please note: as a default setting, the handset automatically switches to screen off
mode after two minutes of inactivity in order to save the battery.
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Unlocking the PIN on the SIM Card
The SIM Card has a 4 digit identification code called PIN. PIN helps you lock your
SIM Card to avoid fraudulent use of your SmartVision.
To unlock the SIM Card and access the various functions in your SmartVision, enter
your PIN using the keypad then confirm with "OK".
If you click on "Dismiss" from this screen, you still have access to all the features of
the device but no communication functions provided by your telephone service
provider are available.
Please note: for confidentiality reasons, retrieving your PIN using text-to-speech is
possible through earphones only.
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Keypad, Touchscreen and Voice control
The three interfaces or operating modes by SmartVision:
- The Keypad operating mode is for those who know how to easily handle
keys and buttons on a mobile phone. To become familiar with SmartVision
keypad, please refer to the section where functions specific to each key and
button are described in detail. (See page 5).
Please note: the advanced accessibility mode (set by default on your
SmartVision) supports additional keypad shortcuts for easy navigation through
the screens and interact with yours smartphone, they are described in the
"Accessibility mode" section.
- Touchscreen mode is smartphone typical operating mode. It allows you to
navigate through the various menus from the tip of your finger. To select an
item or confirm an action, simply touch the relevant item on the screen.
Please note: the advanced accessibility mode (set by default on your
SmartVision) includes additional gesture commands which enable navigation
between screens and interaction with your smartphone. These commands are
described in the "Accessibility mode" section below.
- Voice control enhances the use of the device by freeing the user from
keypad handling whether it is a physical or virtual keypad. The voice control
function is activated by pressing the voice key located on the right side of the
unit.
Depending on your option, please read the explanations and recommendations
below provided for easy handling of each interface.
Keypad interface
Your SmartVision includes four control keys located horizontally on the top of the
keypad. They are, from left to right:
- "OK" key: to confirm an option, a selection or to accept an incoming call.
In some instance, when pressing this key, a context menu is displayed with
additional options available for the selected item (a contact, an application, a
message, etc.).
- "" The up and down arrow keys: to scroll up and down the various items
displayed on the screen.
- "C" key: to clear a character or digit, reject or end a call.
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The alphanumeric keypad located under these control keys, is presented in three
rows of number keys organized from left to right as follows:
- First row: 1, 2, 3, star keys.
- Second row: 4, 5, 6, 0 keys.
- Third row: 7, 8, 9, # keys.
The alphanumeric keypad (key 1 to #) is used to enter text or characters depending
on the input field.
Each key gives access to several characters: number key "2" gives access to a,
b, c, 2, A (capital), B (capital), C (capital).
To select the appropriate character, press repeatedly the relevant number key to
access the various characters associated with this key.
Number key "1" is used to insert punctuation marks and number key “Hash
Mark” is used to insert a space.
The “star “ key is used to switch a character in uppercase or lowercase
Touchscreen interface
By default "Explore by touch" is live in SmartVision. This feature has the effect of
modifying the behaviour of the touch screen interface to suit the persons with vision
impairment. The rest of this section describes how to use the standard touchscreen
interface when that feature is disabled. To learn more about this feature (how to
enable/disable it) please refer to the "Accessibility mode" section.
Standard Touchscreen mode
The touchscreen helps you navigate through the screens from the tip of your finger.
Touch the screen with your fingertip to select an item, touch the entry window to
display the virtual keypad, type on it to write a message, or slide your finger up and
down to scroll the display.
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Selecting or activating an item on the screen:
Make a short key press or click on an item to select it, confirm an action, or display
the virtual keypad in the provided input field.
Make a long key press to get more options for the selected item (context menu).
Scrolling a list:
Scroll up and down a displayed list by sliding your finger up and down without
removing your finger of the screen.
Zooming in/out (available on specific applications such as Image Viewer,
Email, etc.):
Use two fingers to touch the screen, pinch inwards to zoom out, and pinch outward to
zoom in.
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Accessibility Mode
This section describes specific commands and gestures as well as keypad shortcutshot-keys to help you control and interact with your SmartVision when the accessibility
mode is enabled (default setting).
From the home screen, click on "Settings" to enable or disable the accessibility
mode, then click on "Accessibility" and check or uncheck the "Explore by touch"
option in the list.
Keypad control mode:
SmartVision allows quick access to some functions by pressing and holding the hash
key "Hash Mark" located at the bottom right of the physical keypad, and
pressing on another key of the physical keypad. A beep will signal the switch to
"keypad control mode". If no other key is pressed right after, another beep will go off
If you press the "Hash Mark" control key with another key, the device will
perform the following commands:
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key and press "1": inform you about
your smartphone’s status (time, battery level, current network status, Wi-Fi
status, GPS status, Bluetooth status, NFC Status, ringer mode and alarm
status).
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key and press "2": lets you read the
content of the current screen.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "3": displays the
smartphone status bar.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "4": increases the speed
of speech.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "5": decreases the
speed of speech.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "" up key: moves to
the left, for example, when browsing through the various categories of the
"Music" application.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "" down key: moves
to the right.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "volume up" key:
increases the volume of the ringtone.
- Press and hold the "Hash Mark" key then press "volume down" key:
decreases the volume of the ringtone.
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Edition mode:
SmartVision allows a quick and easy editor mode. This mode allows navigating into
an input area to modify or insert a character or a word. To edit an input area, press
continuously on star “*” key and simultaneously press one of keys as follow:
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "#": selects the whole text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "1": moves the cursor one
character to the left
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "2": moves the cursor one
character to the right
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "3": copy the selected text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "4": moves the cursor one
word to the left
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "5": moves the cursor one
word to the right
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "6": cut the selected text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "7": moves the cursor back
to the beginning of the text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "8": moves the cursor at
the end of the text
- Continuous press on "Star" key and short press on "9": paste the selected text
Android keypad shortcuts:
- Press and hold the "" up key to open the current page menu (same as
"Menu" ).
- Press and hold the "" down key to go back to the home screen at anytime
(same as "Home screen" ).
- Press and hold the "C" key to go back to the previous screen (same as "Back"
).
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Gesture control of the Touchscreen:
How to have an audio description of what is on the screen, place your finger on
the screen, slide it from right to left then from left to right. You will hear a voice over
description of items displayed on the screen.
How to browse and activate items on the screen, move your finger about the
screen. The text-to-speech feature will tell you which item your finger is hovering
over.
To activate this item, press "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
How to get back to the Home screen, place your finger on the screen, slide it up
then left. You can also move your finger down and to the middle of the screen, the
voice over feature will indicate "Home screen". Press the "OK" key without removing
your finger from the screen.
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How to move back to the previous display, place your finger on the screen, slide it
down then left without removing your finger of the screen. You can also slide your
finger down and to the right, you will hear the text-to-speech feature say "Back".
Then, press the "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
How to access the menu or the options for the active application, place your
finger on the screen, slide it up then right without removing the finger. You can also
slide your finger down and left, the voice over feature will say "Menu". Then press
the "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
.
How to scroll a list, place your finger on the screen and slide it up or down to scroll
a page or a list upwards or downwards.
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How to open the "Notification" status bar, place your finger on the screen and
slide it from left to right and down. The voice over feature will indicate the status of
your smartphone (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, etc...), as well as the last ten notifications.
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The virtual keypad
To enter text into the input field, you can use the real keypad but also the virtual
keypad.
To access the virtual keypad, move your finger until you touch the input field, then
press "OK" key without removing your finger from the screen.
The virtual keypad appearance changes from numeric to alphabet to suit the content
of SmartVision’s input field.
Select the character to be entered by sliding your finger on the bottom virtual keypad,
and confirm the character by pressing the keypad "OK" key without removing your
finger from the screen.
If you want to enter a digit while only alphabetical characters are available, press the
“Symbol” key at the bottom left of the virtual keypad, then to switch back to the
alphabet, press the “ABC” key .
Pressing "Back"
Please note: use the "C" key on the physical keypad to erase a typing mistake at
anytime.
will close the virtual keypad.
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Voice interface
Free yourself from the keypad, either physical or virtual.
To activate the voice mode, look for the voice control key located on the right side of
your handset, press it.
SmartVision’s voice interface integrates the latest generation voice recognition
technology which makes it the major asset of this smartphone. The voice interface
enables you to control fully your handset as well as to input text, using the two
options below:
- Short press of the control key to browse the various screens and menus, get
information or performance from your device using the built-in keywords as
voice commands.
- Long press of the control key to perform speech-to-text entry in an input field.
The following pages focus on the voice control interface.
Please note: to enhance voice control performance, you should use it in a quiet
environment and speak clearly.
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Controlling the screens through voice commands
The voice control feature enables audio description of all texts displayed on your
SmartVision freeing you from using the physical or non physical keypad.
1. Press and release the voice control key (short key press), a signal tone is
heard and a "Voice Command" window opens.
2. Pronounce clearly the displayed text to activate screen reading, for example, an
application name, an item in a list.
Warning: Screen reading of items that are not displayed on the screen is not
possible.
Voice command
A voice command is an audio instruction given by the user using their own voice. The
purpose is to obtain audio information from your SmartVision, enable or disable a
functionality, or perform more complex operations on the unit.
Voice commands are managed through key words which have been predefined and
incorporated into the product. You can use these commands at anytime and under
any circumstances.
1. Press and release the voice control key (short key press), a beep sounds.
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2. The "Voice Command" window opens, say clearly the keyword, for example
"What time is it?"
The answer is given by SmartVision’s text-to-speech functionality, for example:
"It’s1:46pm".
Here are two additional examples of voice commands.
You want to make a call to Paul Thomas
1. Press briefly the voice control key. A beep sounds. You are prompted to dictate a
command.
2. There are two possible commands:
- "Call Paul Thomas", if this contact has been added to your "People" list.
- "Call Paul Thomas mobile", if several numbers have been recorded for this
contact.
3. The system asks for confirmation, confirm to make your call to Paul Thomas.
You want to disable the ring mode on your SmartVision
1. Make a short press. A beep sounds. The screen prompts for your instruction.
2. Say "Activate silent mode".
3. The ring mode is disabled as SmartVision switches to silent mode.
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Voice command keywords
The following voice commands have been implemented in the product and are the
only words recognizable by SmartVision.
SmartVision keywords fall into three categories:
- Keywords to get information about your smartphone’s current status.
- Keywords to enable or disable a setting or an option.
- Keywords to manage commands and options within an application.
Keywords about SmartVision’s different statuses
What time is it? Gives the current time.
Date? Gives the current date.
Keywords? Gives the list of all the keywords currently enabled.
Battery level? Gives the battery available charge.
Network status? Gives the cellular service’s signal strength.
Wi-Fi status? Gives the Wi-Fi current status(connected or disconnected).
Bluetooth status? Gives the Bluetooth current status (connected or
disconnected).
GPS status? Gives the GPS current status(connected or disconnected).
NFC status?
(1)
Gives the NFC current status (connected or
disconnected)
(1)
.
Ringtone status? Gives the ring mode current setting (standard, silence,
meeting).
Phone status? Gives the telephone operation mode (Wi-Fi, GPS,
Bluetooth).
(1)
: Not available on SmartVision Lite.
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Keywords used for activating a function or a setting
Menu Opens the menu of the current application.
Home Restores the main screen.
Back Displays the previous screen.
Notifications Opens the notification status bar.
Activate GPS Enables GPS localisation.
Deactivate GPS Disables GPS localisation.
Activate Wi-Fi Enables the Wi-Fi.
Deactivate Wi-Fi Disables the Wi-Fi.
Activate Bluetooth Enables the Bluetooth.
Deactivate Bluetooth Disables the Bluetooth.
Activate NFC
Disable NFC
(1)
Enables the NFC reader
(1)
Disables the NFC reader
(1)
(1)
.
.
Activate Standard ringtone Activates the standard ring mode with ringtone and
vibration.
Activate silent mode Activates the vibration ring mode.
Activate meeting mode Deactivates the ringtone and vibration.
Activate outdoor mode Activates the ringtone to maximum volume.
Volume up Increases the sound volume.
Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
(1)
: Not available on SmartVision Lite.
Application specific keywords
"Start application" followed by the name of the application: the named application is
started. Example: "Start application Magnifier".
"Send Message to" followed by the name of the contact: a message is created for the
named contact. Example: "Send Message to Paul Thomas".
"Call" followed by the name of the contact: a call is sent to the named contact.
Example: "Call Paul Thomas".
"Call" followed by the name of the contact and "Mobile" or "Office": a call is made to
the named contact on his/her mobile or office line. Example: "Call Paul Thomas
Mobile".
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Speech-to-text or Dictation mode
The voice interface also makes it possible to input text in a text field using speech-totext. This feature is particularly useful for message or email writing, web searching or
voice dialling a phone number.
1. When a text field is displayed, the smartphone is ready for dictation mode.
2. Press and hold the voice control key while dictating your text, all the way
through. Example:
With the "Dictation" window displayed, speak out clearly and audibly: "Would
you like to come over for lunch next Sunday?"
3. Release the voice control key when dictation is complete.
4. The dictated text is shown in the text field.
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Please note: to add punctuation marks (,? ! …), you must pronounce the name of the
punctuation mark you want. Example: "Would you like to come over for lunch next
Sunday question mark".
Please note: Speech-to-text can be used for up to 30 seconds at a time.
Warning: Speech-to-text feature requires a data connection such as Wi-Fi or 3G. If
you are not connected to a data network or if the connection speed is too low, the
service will not be available and you will get the following alert.
You are free to use the 3 interfaces on your SmartVision, either separately or in turn.
You can start with the touchscreen mode and continue with the voice control mode or
the other way round, as described in the example below.
Open the "Messaging" application by clicking on the “Messaging” icon from the
touchscreen. As soon as the input field is displayed, choose speech-to-text for your
message. To do so, press and hold the voice control key while you dictate. Release
the key at the end of the message then, briefly press on the same key to "Send".
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