Baum Poet Compact 2+, User Manual

Page 1: ...Poet Compact 2 User Guide Item number 102311H12 From Software version 4 User guide version 1 4 English 06 2017...

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Page 3: ...and improve quality of life We always question the way things have been done in the past We explore new and innovative ways to solve problems Our approach includes ergonomics thoughtful design and ma...

Page 4: ...3 Retrieve or Delete a saved document 13 LISTEN TO AUDIO BOOKS ON CD 14 4 7 TURN OFF THE DEVICE 15 4 8 INTRODUCTION TO THE MENU SYSTEM 16 5 ACCESSING AND NAVIGATING THE MENU 16 5 1 HOW TO USE THE SETT...

Page 5: ...or omissions Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein We suggest that you store this user guide in a safe place for future reference Notice for...

Page 6: ...er s Guide It is strongly recommended that you retain all packaging in case you need to return the device for any reason in the future Improper packing when shipping the device may void warranty Caref...

Page 7: ...d on the top the mains connector jack and the transportation lock are located on the rear Front panel from left to right Left rotary knob Speed control of reading voice Right rotary knob volume contro...

Page 8: ...elp function Round On Off button down right Turns on or off the device LED above the on off button green light while device is turned on Connector jack for headphones and USB port are on the left edge...

Page 9: ...ing steady 2 Make sure that there is some space between the sides of the device and other things for an adequate airing 3 Check if the slide switch of the transporting lock on the rear side is in the...

Page 10: ...s while a document is being read to you to directly check the result Increase Volume Turn the right rotary knob clockwise Decrease Volume Turn the right rotary knob counter clockwise Increase reading...

Page 11: ...s Up key and release both keys 3 Now you can start continuous reading with the round Pause key Or you can read the text by pressing Down key according to the selected navigation level i e line by line...

Page 12: ...3 Move with Right key into the sub menu 4 The menu item Open document will be presented In case another menu item is presented move with Up key or Down key until you get this item 5 Press OK key Then...

Page 13: ...3 Retrieve or Delete a saved document You can retrieve a saved document to read the text whenever you want Proceed as follows 1 Open the menu by pressing menu key which is located to the right of Up...

Page 14: ...in the list of the headings 4 Press Pause key to start pause or resume playback 5 During playback use Down key or Up key to move to the next or previous title resp next or previous heading in Daisy bo...

Page 15: ...and functions are described in chapter 10 Turn off the device 4 8 1 Press the on off key to the very right of the front panel 2 You get a sound and a message that the Poet is switched off followed by...

Page 16: ...s the end of the branch Then with Up or Down key you can select a function or command and execute with OK key Left key will always takes you back one step The Escape key located left of Up key closes...

Page 17: ...heir function So you are informed which function is executed with this item or which other options are available Following consequently the instructions of an entry will lead you to the desired functi...

Page 18: ...layer You only get this entries if you have connected an USB memory stick or an USB MP3 player to the USB port first CD ROM Daisy Reader automatic or manual This entry opens the Daisy Reader in case y...

Page 19: ...u voice Turn the speed knob within the edit functions and confirm with OK key Reading voice Here you can change the language the voice speed and pause between sentences In the edit functions you can a...

Page 20: ...General Settings Here you can activate or deactivate signals set different reading options check the MP3 mode or select further options Restore original settings About Poet Here you get the system pro...

Page 21: ...return to the text window NB Depending on the configuration settings of the delivered device some optional or additional functions may be activated or deactivated i e MP3 Mode find CD ROM automatical...

Page 22: ...3 player automatically This is the default mode 2 MP3 and MP3 Easy Mode An MP3 file can be created from a scanned or saved document and saved to the connected MP3 player In the menu you have the addit...

Page 23: ...creating of the MP3 file has finished you get a corresponding message 5 Before you remove the MP3 player from the USB port first open the menu and select the entry Disconnect MP3 player Then remove t...

Page 24: ...rward Stop key Backward Start key Previous track Up key Next track Down key Stop playing and announce name of track OK key Access CD player functions Right key Exit CD player Escape key Daisy CDs 8 2...

Page 25: ...The content of the Daisy book is read continuously While reading you do not notice a change of levels Useful when reading novels Daisy manually The content of a level is read and then reading stops Wi...

Page 26: ...t although the triangular Start key is pressed Check if the device is switched on LED lights green Do you get a message when you press the start key What does the message tells you Probably the text w...

Page 27: ...o not hesitate to contact your local BAUM dealer or BAUM Retec AG You can reach BAUM Retec AG at telephone number 49 6223 4909 0 in Germany We will help you check your Poet and in case it is broken we...

Page 28: ...should not be regarded as household waste An environmentally friendly way of final disposal is compulsory This device contains electronic components In order to avoid risks or dangers for the environ...

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Page 30: ...seals For additional warranty claims or service during or after warranty period please refer to your local distributor BAUM Retec AG does not take responsibility for use of this device other than des...

Page 31: ...only be used in a home or office environment Do not place on an instable surface It may fall causing serious damage to the device or injury to the user Please follow the instruction on how to place th...

Page 32: ...source accessories may damage the device or cause malfunction or safety issues Do not use a power supply not made for this device Only use the original power supply Do not use the power supply with ot...

Page 33: ...om your local electro store Please note this does not provide a 100 protection from overvoltage Do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands Do not heat in a microwave oven on a cooker or similar N...

Page 34: ...With extreme cold and frost the device becomes inoperable and must be brought slowly back to room temperature Under no circumstances must the device be warmed up or thawed out in a conventional oven m...

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