Traveller SC West - Hexaglot - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Traveller SC West Hexaglot

Storing data in the device 61 Using the operating instructions 61

2. Scope of delivery and product description 61

3. Inserting and changing the batteries 62

Inserting/changing main batteries. 62 Important information on batteries 62

4. Inserting and changing the card 62

5. Changing the device cover 63

6. Overview of device 63

Powering on and off 63 Keyboard 63 Display symbols 65

Selecting language 68 Reading entries correctly 68 Searching for a word 68 Working with the hit list 69 Incremental suggestion list 69 Special entries in the hit and suggestion lists 69 Correcting spelling and searching for spelling variants 69 Searching with wildcards 70 Scrolling within dictionary 70 Following cross-reference 70 Re-select entries in history. 70

Search for phrases using topic selection 71 Find phrase with search term 71

14. User dictionary/memo 71

Creating entries in the user dictionary/memo 72 Searching for and changing entries in the user dictionary/memo 72 Deleting entries in the user dictionary/memo 73

Calculating with the Hexaglot Traveller SC 74 Using the calculator memory. 74

18. Taking care of your product 75

ENGLISH Welcome Thank you for choosing the Hexaglot Traveller SC. Please take a few minutes to read through these operating instructions carefully before using it so as to be able to take full advantage of the functionality and to have years of enjoyment. Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place so as to be easily accessible next time you need to look something up. Hexaglot wishes you all the best in using your Hexaglot Traveller SC!

To ensure years of trouble-free enjoyment, and to maintain your guarantee, please note the following: – Never carry out repairs yourself. There are no serviceable parts in the device. – Do not expose device to water, sand or dust. – Never use coloured paint thinners or other chemical cleaning agents. Read "Taking care of your product". – Do not expose device to high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight. – Do not drop or expose to heavy impact. – The Hexaglot SmartCard has been specially designed for this device. – Do not use any other card in this device as this may result in irreparable damage. – Never use the Hexaglot SmartCard in a device other than the Traveller SC as this may result in irreparable damage to the card or device. Storing data in the device The device has a 515 kB memory area which is freely usable for the user to store his own dictionary entries or memos. This memory retains its content even after batteries have been exchanged or when the batteries are flat. We recommend making a written note of any important information. Essentially any system with an electronic memory can lose information under certain conditions. We therefore assume no liability for loss of data, irrespective of whether this is as a result of incorrect use, a repair, a technical fault, exchanging of batteries, using batteries passed their shelf life or any other circumstances. We accept no direct or indirect liability for financial loss or grievance of third parties resulting from the use of this product and its functions, such as theft of credit card numbers, loss or change of information. Using the operating instructions The keys of the Hexaglot Traveller SC are depicted as white framed boxes in these operating instructions: The TRANS symbol stands for the TRANS key on your Hexaglot Traveller SC. The functions of the display keys are depicted as black boxes with white lettering: The PHRASE symbol stands for the display key above which "PHRASE" is displayed in inverse colouring. The screen diagrams de- scribed in the operating instructions are provided purely as examples. Actual diagrams in the device may vary.

2. Scope of delivery and product description

Included in the delivery are: - Hexaglot Traveller SC - Operating instructions - 2 demonstration batteries, model Micro / AAA - Hexaglot SmartCardHexaglot Traveller SC

3. Inserting and changing the batteries

Power to the device is provided by two standard batteries of type AAA (Micro, Lr03, AM4). Inserting/changing main batteries. First insert the batteries provided: – The battery compartment is on the underside of the device (diag I). – Remove the cover of the battery compartment. – Insert the two batteries, paying careful attention to correct polarity (+/–) – Close the battery compartment cover. – Press the reset key at the back of the device using a straighten paper clip or something similar. Important information on batteries Note: Incorrect use of batteries can result in leakage or cracks and ultimately in damage to your product. Please be aware of the following precautions: – Make sure you always switch the device off before changing the batteries. – Pay careful attention to correct polarity (+/–). – Never mix batteries of different types, or mix old with new. – Never leave used batteries in the battery compartment as this may result in faulty operation. – Remove the batteries if the device is not to be used for a long period. – The batteries supplied are not rechargeable. – Do not expose batteries to direct heat. Do not short-circuit batteries and do not attempt to take them apart. – If a battery leaks, clean the battery compartment immediately, ensuring that battery fluid does not come into contact with skin. – You may continue to use the device with rechargeable batteries - reducing energy costs for the device significantly. – Please note, however, that the operational life of the device is generally shorter when using rechargeable batteries. – Suitable rechargeable batteries and battery chargers are available from specialist outlets. Note on disposal: Please only throw discharged batteries away at collection points provided by the dealer or the local authorities. Batteries are generally discharged when the device is switched off and indicates "battery flat" or, after prolonged periods of use, "no longer work efficiently". To be on the safe side, place sticky tape over the poles of the battery or put them into individual plastic bags.

4. Inserting and changing the card

Ensure that the device is switched off before inserting, removing or changing a card. Then open the cover of the card compartment on the back of the device on the bottom left -hand side (diag II). To remove, press gently on the card, releasing the locking mechanism. Now pull the card out of the device. To insert, push the card, with contacts pointing forward and downward, into the empty card slot (diag II), until the locking mechanism grips the card and fixes it into position. Close the cover of the card compartment. The new card is now ready to use. Note: Hexaglot SmartCards only work with the Traveller SC. Never insert a commercially available SD or MMC card into the Hexaglot Traveller SC. You may damage card, card contents and device beyond repair. Never use Hexaglot SmartCards in other card devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players etc., or in PC card readers. You may damage these devices and the Hexaglot SmartCard beyond repair. A "No card!" message is displayed on calling the dictionary function if there is no card in the device or if the card is not inserted correctly. You can use the calculator and the games without a card. Additional SmartCard accessories with other language combinations are available from Hexaglot (see contact information).Hexaglot Traveller SC

ENGLISH Note: You can continue using the memo function, the user dictionary, the calculator and the games without installing a card. These functions are, however, only available in the English language. You are prompted to set the user language after changing the card.

5. Changing the device cover

Please switch the device off before removing or exchanging the device cover. Open the cover of the battery compartment on the back of the device (diag. I). To remove, simply lift the cover from the retaining pins: The device may also be operated without the cover. To insert a new cover, locate the retaining holes of the cover lug at the retaining pins of the battery compartment lid (diag III). Close the battery compartment carefully. Ensure that the lug is fed cleanly through the gap between the housing and the battery compartment lid. Device covers are available as accessories from Hexaglot (see contact information).

6. Overview of device

Powering on and off To power the Hexaglot Traveller SC on, press until the device turns on. The Hexaglot Traveller SC switches itself off automatically if no keys are pressed within a period of a few minutes. Press again to switch off the device manually. Keyboard The following functions are provided with the Hexaglot Traveller SC keys: Mode keys Use these keys to enable basic functions of the Hexaglot Traveller SC. Keep pressed to switch the device on and off. help Displays help text for the mode currently active. MENU Opens a menu with further functions: - user dictionary - memo - calculator - unit converter -games - settings TRANS Switch to dictionary mode. Display keys Three large display keys are positioned below the Hexaglot Traveller SC screen. The functions currently active for these keys are displayed as text in the bottom line of the display on the black fields. Below is an overview of all possible display key functions in alphabetical order: UNIT starts the unit converter. UNIT1+ unit converter: enables the input field of the source unit and scrolls to the next unit.Hexaglot Traveller SC

ENGLISH time. Check whether the card is correctly seated in the device. Note: information stored in the user dictionary and the memo list is not lost on resetting the device. To delete this information, use the appropriate functions in the user dictionary or memo list.

Our Hexaglot products are subject to stringent final quality inspections. Hexaglot guarantees that your device is free of material and production defects. If your hand-held device demonstrates any of the defects mentioned above within a period of two years after pur- chase, Hexaglot offers, at its discretion, either a free-of-charge repair or exchange. The guarantee applies only for you as original end customer. It does not apply for damage to fragile components such as the housing or the display, damage caused by improper use, culpable damage, damage caused by breakage, heat, water or acts of God, damage caused by unauthorised tampering with the device or exposure to chemicals caused by e.g. leaking batteries. You also have statutory guarantee rights vis-à-vis the dealer from whom you purchased the device; these are no limited by this guarantee. Please return the defect device to your dealer, together with a short description of the fault and the receipt, so he can pass it on to us. Alternatively, stamp it sufficiently and post to HEXAGLOT Holding GmbH, Kundenservice, Sportallee 41, D-22335 Hamburg, Germany The return is free-of-charge. We accept no responsibility for deliveries to or from ourselves. After the guarantee period has elapsed, you may still return the defect product to the above address for repair. Costs are payable for out-of-guarantee repairs.

21. Contact Information

For more information on our products and Hexaglot Traveller SC accessories such as replacement covers or SmartCards with additional language combinations, please contact us directly: Hexaglot Holding GmbH, Sportallee 41, 22335 Hamburg, telephone: +49-(0)40- 51456-200, fax: +49-(0)40-51456-993, e-mail info@hexaglot.de . Or visit our web site www.hexaglot.comHexaglot Traveller SC

22. List of Abbreviations

a: Adjective adj: Adjective adv: Adverb AE: American English Am: American Spanish BE: British English coll: Colloquial f: Feminine m: Masculine n: Neutral n: Noun o: Other word type p: Plural pl: Pluraletantum, only occurs in the plural prp: Preposition sg: Singularetantum, only occurs in the singular v: Verb Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems). This symbol on the product or on ist packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you pu rchased the product. www.hexaglot.com © 2006, Hexaglot Holding GmbH, Hamburg, Germany Standard dictionary: © 2005, Hexaglot Holding GmbH, Hamburg, Germany Gastronomic dictionary: © 2005, Hexaglot Holding GmbH, Hamburg, Germany Parts of the gastronomic dictionary: © 2000, Joachim W. Glaeser, Hamburg, Germany Word form recognition using technology from IntraFind Software AG, Munich, Germany device design: gahlow, Hamburg, Germany St and 10/05Hexaglot Traveller SC