Accent 800 Hardware Manual - Waking Up The Accent

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Manual is about: For Accent 800 Models with Serial Numbers 3000AC8 and Higher

Summary of 800

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    Hardware manual prentke romich company 17054v1.2.

  • Page 2: Acknowledgements

    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 is a trademark of prentke romich company minspeak and unity are regist...

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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 (softwar...

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  • Page 5: Contents

    Contents acknowledgements ............................................................................................................ 2 end user licensing agreement ........................................................................................... 3 introduction ..............................

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    Using the hdmi port ....................................................................................................... 23 connecting your accent and a monitor ............................................................................ 23 if your monitor does not have speakers ....................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction accent™ 800 and 800-d are speech-generating devices that offer 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 comes with your device, us...

  • Page 8: Back View

    Back view side view switch jack a switch jack b charging port 2 usb ports mini usb port (for wired computer connection) headphone jack ir area rear-facing camera carry strap holders ir area install optional mounting plate here handle stand wire stand power button usb ports hdmi port switch jacks cha...

  • Page 9: Power Button

    Overview of device features power button when you press the power button, the indicator lights will illuminate and the device will open to nuvoice. For information on setting up and using power options, see “managing power settings” on page 25. Tools key select the tools key to open a mini-menu of o...

  • Page 10: Hdmi Port

    Mini usb port for wired computer access use this port to connect your device to a computer with a mini-usb cable. Hdmi port use this port to connect to an hdmi monitor or tv. For details, see “using the hdmi port” on page 23. Switch jacks a and b if you use a switch or switches for access to your de...

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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. Place the device face down on a flat surface...

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    Carry handle and wire stand options note: your device may look slightly different from the device shown in the pictures. You will need a phillips screwdriver. Option 1: carry handle plus wire stand the device is shipped with the handle in the carrying position and the two-position wire stand attache...

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    Option 3: four-position handle stand the handle also offers the option to be used as a four-position handle-stand combination. This configuration requires removing the wire stand and cup washers, if installed. The handle requires two hands to operate, as described below. Depending on how firmly the ...

  • Page 14: Attaching The Carry Strap

    Attaching the carry strap at the end of each side of the strap there is a loop connector and, on the strap side, a quick- release connector. Detach the loop connector from the strap by pressing in on the sides of the quick-release connector. Thread the loop through the carry strap holder. Then threa...

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    Insert the loop connector into the strap connector until the two pieces click and hold together. Repeat these directions to connect the other end of the strap to the device. Accent 800 hardware manual page 15.

  • Page 16: Charging The Batteries

    Charging the batteries charging dangerously low or dead batteries to fully charged will take about 4 hours. Always use the battery charger that came with your device. Any other charger may damage your batteries. When your batteries need to be charged, a warning will be displayed on the screen tellin...

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a computer you can connect your accent to a computer with a prc bluetooth wireless adapter or a mini- usb cable. The mini-usb cable comes with your device. Using the prc bluetooth wireless adapter to connect wirelessly to a computer, you must use the prc bluetooth wireless adapter. The...

  • Page 18: Using The Mini-Usb Cable

    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...

  • Page 19: Adding A Device

    On your device 1. Select the tools key on the front of the case or select the tools key to the right of the text display area. 2. Select the toolbox key. 3. In the toolbox, select output menu. 4. Set output to on. 5. Set output destination to external. 6. Set output method to usb. 7. Set host comput...

  • Page 20: Modifying A Device

    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 ...

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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 ...

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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 co...

  • Page 23: Using The Hdmi Port

    Using the hdmi port you can connect your accent to a computer monitor or a tv with an hdmi cable. This allows you to see your device display on a larger screen. You can also set the monitor to display something different from your device display. Important note: prc has tested and recommends that yo...

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    Displaying different images on your device and monitor when you first plug in an hdmi cable, the monitor defaults to displaying whatever is currently being displayed on your device. You can set the system to display different images on your device and your monitor. For example, you could have your m...

  • Page 25: Managing Power Settings

    Managing power settings to manage your device’s power settings, go to the toolbox, select maintenance menu, and select power management. The power management options are i/o function, shutdown, restart, auto backlight dim, and auto sleep. Using the maintenance menu power options i/o function the opt...

  • Page 26: Waking Up The Accent

    Shutting down the accent using windows selecting shutdown from the power off menu in the charms menu only puts the device into a form of “sleep”. This takes about 30 seconds. The advantage is that the device wakes up quickly. The disadvantage is it does not clean up the memory or provide a fresh sta...

  • Page 27: Updating Nuvoice

    Updating nuvoice we recommend that you install nuvoice updates when they are available. Updating via the internet 1. Plug in the battery charger. 2. Select the tools key. 3. Select the toolbox. 4. Select maintenance menu. 5. Select software update menu. 6. Select internet update. A yellow dialog box...

  • Page 28: Storing Your Device

    Storing your device if you are not going to use your device for a month or more: 1. Charge the batteries to full. 2. When the batteries are fully charged, go to the toolbox and select maintenance menu. 3. Open the battery menu. 4. Select enter ship mode. 5. Respond yes to put your device into ship m...

  • Page 29: Cleaning And Disinfecting

    Cleaning and disinfecting important! Never immerse your device in water. Routine cleaning and disinfecting cleaning the case before cleaning the case or the display, turn the device off. Clean the case with a slightly dampened, lint-free cloth. Dry the case thoroughly with another lint-free cloth be...

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    Disinfecting a device and accessories for use by multiple clients note: this section applies only when multiple clients will be using the same device. In that situation, it’s vital to effectively disinfect the device and accessories that have been used by a client before handling and use by another ...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting battery troubleshooting there is a slight risk of explosion if you replace the batteries with an incorrect type. Call the prc service department before replacing the batteries: (800) 262-1990. Outside the united states, call your local distributor. Use only the battery charger that c...

  • Page 32: Nuvoice Troubleshooting

    Nuvoice troubleshooting if you are experiencing problems with windows or the nuvoice software, it is important to read and follow these instructions. For any internal system software troubleshooting, always plug in the battery charger first. The device stops speaking 1. Open the nuvoice toolbox. 2. ...

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    If you have access to a usb keyboard: 1. Plug the keyboard into a usb port on the accent. 2. Press ctrl-alt-del. 3. If a blue screen appears with lock, switch, sign-out, etc., on it, press the tab key until it highlights the i/o option in the lower left corner. 4. Select enter. 5. Use the up and dow...

  • Page 34: Restoring Windows

    Restoring windows these instructions apply to the accent 800. If you have an accent 800-d, call the prc service department before trying to restore windows. If you are having problems with windows or the nuvoice software, and the suggestions under “nuvoice troubleshooting” did not solve them, it is ...

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    When the restore is complete 1. Follow the windows setup and customizing instructions that appear on the screen. Use accent800 for a username or account name. 2. Nuvoice will automatically install and generate the icon sets. This process will take several minutes. To view installation progress, sele...

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    Activating your copy of windows if you don’t see “activate windows”, windows is already activated and you don’t need to do anything. “activate windows” is only visible if you had to restore your windows operating system. In that case, if you do not activate your copy of windows within 30 days, windo...