POCKETALK S VOICE TRANSLATOR User Manual Version: 1.0 Date: March 2020 Copyright (C) SOURCENEXT CORPORATION All Rights Reserved.
Before use Precautions are categorized as “Warning” or “Caution”. Follow the precautions during use. This indicates a description that, if not followed and not properly handled, may result in death or severe injury. This indicates a description that, if not followed and not properly handled, may result in minor injury. This indicates a description that, if not followed and not properly handled, may result in product failure, material damage, or loss of data.
Handling Do not operate while walking or driving a car, motorbike, or bicycle. Never disassemble, repair, or modify the product. Do not apply excessive force. • Do not step on or place heavy objects on the product. • Do not drop or throw the product. Keep the product away from liquids such as water (or drinking water, sweat, seawater, pet urine, etc.).
Built-in battery Do not leave or store in places of high temperature such as near fire. Do not prod with sharp objects (such as nails) or strike with hard objects (such as a hammer). If the built-in battery leaks or emits a strange odor, discontinue use immediately and keep it away from fire. If the built-in battery leaks, keep it away from clothing or your skin such as your face or hands. Failure to do so may cause damage to your eyes and skin. Do not attempt to replace the built-in battery yourself.
Electromagnetic interference Use the product properly in aircraft according to the instructions of the airline. In hospitals and places with electronic devices that require high-precision control and weak signals, use the product properly according to the instructions of the administrator.
When charging Use the included USB cable and charge using the specified procedure. Charging with an unspecified procedure may cause battery leakage, heating, or rupture. Also, when charging overseas, use a USB charger that is compatible overseas. Using damaged cables or chargers, or charging when moisture is present, can cause fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to the unit or other property.
When cleaning Do not use benzene, thinner, or alcohol. Doing so may deteriorate the exterior or dissolve the parts. If the product is dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth (such as a cloth for glasses).
When disposing Do not throw away the product with normal trash. This product uses lithium-ion battery, and throwing it away with normal trash may cause a fire. Dispose products that are no longer used according to the ordinances or regulations related to waste disposal of your local authority.
Confirming the packaged items In addition to the unit, confirm that the following items are included.
Names of the parts 1 Speaker 2 Microphone 3 SIM card slot 4 Touch display
5 Talk button 6 Power button 7 Volume button 8 Camera 9 Flash 10 Strap hole 11 USB port
Charging Charge using the included USB charger and USB cable.
Turning the unit on or off If you press and hold the power button at the side of the unit, the unit and display will turn on. To turn off the unit, press and hold the power button again, and tap [Power off]. To restart the unit, tap [Restart].
Tap Touching the screen with your fingertip is called a “tap”, which is a commonly used operation. Touching the screen and keeping your finger in place is called “tap and hold”.
Scroll Swiping repeatedly to view other parts in the screen such as lists is called “scroll”.
Swipe Dragging your fingertip on the screen in one direction is called a “swipe”.
Translating You can translate simply by pressing the button and speaking to the unit. 1 While pressing and holding , speak to the unit when you hear a beep sound (release your finger from the button when you are finished speaking). 2 Check the translation result. Your spoken words and the translation result will be displayed on the screen as text, and the translation result will be played back as speech. Some languages are only displayed as text, without speech playback. Adjust the volume as needed.
Changing the translation direction The translation languages are displayed as a pair at the top and bottom of the screen. The language with the blue background is translated to the language with the black background (in the direction of the arrow). You can change the direction of translation by tapping .
Changing the translation language If you tap a language you want to change, a list of languages is displayed. Scroll through the list of languages, select the language you want to use, and tap < at the upper left. You can easily search for the language you want with the following methods. Select from languages you have used previously. Display a list of countries. Select from the main languages used in a country. If this icon is displayed on the screen, press on the unit to search by voice.
Using the translation history You can reuse previous translations. If you swipe the top part of the screen downward, previous translations will be displayed in callout boxes. You can view older translations as you scroll upward. The history saves up to 10,000 translations. Adding translations to Favorites Swipe the callout of the translation you want to add to the right. You can add up to 500 translations to Favorites.
Deleting previous translations Swipe the callout of the translation you want to delete to the left.
Basic screens This section describes the Home screen used for translation, the Launcher used for other features, and the lock screen. Home screen and Launcher A Displays the Launcher. B Displays the translation history when swiped downward. Using the translation history C Frequently used features can be placed here. Placing frequently used features on the Home screen D Changes the language to be translated (blue background indicates the source language). E Returns to the Home screen.
Lock screen If the lock screen setting is on, the lock screen will be displayed when the unit is not used for a certain period of time. To unlock the screen, swipe the slider. About the lock screen The upper row displays the current location and time. The lower row displays the previously visited location and time.
Features available from the Launcher You can use the following useful features. Translates captured text. You can easily translate languages you Camera do not understand, such as city signs and restaurant menus. Translating text (image translation) Convert Units Converts currency, length, weight, and temperature to local units. Using the Convert Units feature Saves frequently used translation results for later use.
Translating text (image translation) You can easily translate text such as city signs and restaurant menus. 1 Tap - [Camera]. Face the camera toward the text you want to translate. ◦ If your surroundings are dark, tap (flash). To change the target language, tap the language name on the right side. 2 Take a photo of the text. Press the button to take a photo. ◦ After the photo is taken, a preview is displayed.
3 Specify the area to translate. Touch one of the four corners of the frame with your finger and move it to change the size of the frame. Touch the center of the frame with your finger to move the translation area. ◦ When you have decided the area to translate, tap 4 . Check the translation result. The translation result will be displayed over the image text. If you tap the translation result, the text will be displayed as a pop-up.
If you tap , the source text will be played back. ◦ To close the pop-up, tap . ◦ When you are finished translating, tap the upper left to return to the Home screen.
Using the image translation history You can reuse previous image translations. If you tap the thumbnail at the top of the screen, the image translation history will be displayed as a list. • The image translation history saves up to 100 translations. Tap the image you want to reuse to recall the translation data.
Using the Convert Units feature You can convert units such as currency and weight. This feature can be useful in occasions such as shopping overseas. 1 Tap - [Convert Units]. The [Exchange] screen is displayed. 2 Select the currency to convert. Tap the currency selection button and select a currency.
◦ If you tap , the upper row automatically changes to the currency of the current location. 3 Input the amount in the input field. When you input an amount in the upper row, the converted amount is displayed in the lower row. : Deletes a character. : Deletes all numbers. ◦ The conversion rate is updated once a day when this feature is started. Switching conversion units If you input an amount in the lower row, the converted amount is displayed in the upper row.
Using the Role Play feature You can practice typical conversations by setting. 1 Tap - [Role Play]. Common settings are displayed such as the airport or hotel. 2 Select a lesson. Tap a setting and a list of lessons will be displayed. Tap the lesson you want to practice. 3 Practice conversation.
A character will appear and talk to you. While pressing , reply to the character with an appropriate response. When the lesson is finished, tap the button and select another lesson.
Using Favorite translations You can easily recall the phrases that you added to Favorites from the translation history. NOTE When you purchase the unit, [Favorites] is not available in the Launcher at first. It will be displayed when you add phrases displayed in the translation history to Favorites. To add a translation to Favorites 1 Tap - [Favorites]. Favorites added from the translation history are displayed. 2 Tap the phrase you want to use.
The phrase is played back. Deleting Favorites Swipe the phrase to the left to delete it from Favorites.
The Medal feature You can earn medals by meeting certain conditions, such as the number of times translated, or the number of countries visited. 1 Tap - [Medals]. You can earn medals by meeting conditions such as “Translated 10 times” or “Visited 2 countries”. There are three types of medals based on difficulty: Gold, silver, and bronze. Tap on a medal to check when you earned it.
Various settings for the unit About [Menu] Allows configuration of various settings such as network settings, volume, screen brightness, and text size. 1 Tap - [Menu]. A list of various settings for the unit is displayed. ◦ Scroll the list upward to check all of the features. You can configure the following. Mobile Data Connect the unit to a mobile network. Mobile network settings Wi-Fi Connect the unit to Wi-Fi. Connecting to Wi-Fi Bluetooth Connect the unit to a Bluetooth device.
Brightness level Adjust the display brightness with the slider. Changing the display brightness Text Size Select from five types. Changing the size of the text displayed on the unit Software Update Keep the unit up-to-date with the latest version. Updating the software of the unit Shortcut Place frequently used features on the Home screen. Placing frequently used features on the Home screen Screen lock Lock the screen to prevent unintentional operation.
Reset Delete history or Favorites, or restore the unit to factory default settings.
Mobile network settings This section describes how to turn mobile communication on/off and how to switch SIMs. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Mobile Data]. Turning mobile communication on/off Tap the slide switch to switch between [ON] and [OFF]. Switching SIMs Tap the [SIM card to use] to select the SIM you want to use. To use a SIM card from a different carrier, refer to “Inserting a SIM” to insert the SIM card, follow the instructions of the SIM card provider, and set the access point.
Connecting to Wi-Fi This section describes how to turn Wi-Fi communication on/off and how to set an access point. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Wi-Fi]. Turning Wi-Fi communication on/off Tap the slide switch to switch between [ON] and [OFF]. Connecting to an access point Tap the access point you want to connect to and input the password. For details, contact the administrator of the access point.
Pairing with a Bluetooth device You can connect Bluetooth devices such as headphones or speakers. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Bluetooth]. Turning Bluetooth on/off Tap the slide switch to switch between [ON] and [OFF]. Pairing with a Bluetooth device If you put the Bluetooth device you want to pair with into pairing mode, it will be displayed in the [List of available devices]. If you tap the displayed device name, it will be paired and displayed in the [List of paired devices].
Adjusting the volume Set the volume for the source language voice or operation sound effects. 1 Tap - [Menu] and move the handle. Move to the right to increase the volume, or move to the left to decrease it. You can also adjust the volume with the volume button on the right side of the unit. A. Volume up B.
Changing the display brightness 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Brightness level]. Move the slider to adjust the display brightness. Move to the right to increase the brightness, or move to the left to decrease it.
Changing the size of the text displayed on the unit 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Text Size]. Select from five types.
Updating the software of the unit NOTE To download software, the battery level must be at least 30% and the unit must be connected to the internet through Wi-Fi. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Software Update]. The unit will be updated if there is newer software available. Tap [Update]. To receive notifications about software updates You can receive notifications when a new software version is released. For details, refer to “Using the Notification feature”.
Placing frequently used features on the Home screen You can place a shortcut for a frequently used feature at the upper right of the Home screen. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Shortcut]. A list of features that can be set as a shortcut is displayed. Tap the name of the feature you want to place.
Using the Lock Screen This feature locks the screen after the time set in [Sleep Settings] has elapsed. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Lock Screen Settings]. Turning the lock feature on/off Tap the slide switch to switch between [ON] and [OFF]. Displaying the previously visited location and time The previously visited location and time can be displayed while the screen is locked. Tap [Display Clock history] to turn it [ON].
Using the Notification feature 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Notifications Settings]. By setting the notifications on, you can receive the following types of notifications.
Setting the time until the unit sleeps The display turns off and saves battery power when the unit is not used for the amount of time set. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Sleep Settings]. You can select from five options. NOTE If [Lock screen] is [ON], the lock screen will be displayed when the unit wakes up from sleep.
Setting the display language of the unit 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Language]. Select from the list of languages that will be displayed on the unit and tap [OK]. Scroll the list upward to check all of the languages.
Setting when using the unit in China 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Region of use]. If you are using Wi-Fi in China, select [China] and tap [OK]. When you go to other countries, revert to [Global]. A fewer number of supported languages may be displayed while [China] is selected.
Confirming your Communication Plan 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Communication Plan]. Confirm the contract period of your data transmission plan.
Checking various information about the unit You can check information such as the software version and MAC address of the unit. 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Information]. Aside from [Device Info], you can check information such as the [EULA].
Using the Reset feature You can use the unit’s reset feature to do the following. • Delete all Favorites • Delete all translation history • Restore the unit to factory default settings 1 Tap - [Menu] - [Reset]. Tap the displayed items as needed. NOTE • The software does not return to a previous version even if the unit is restored to factory default settings. • All Favorites or translation history will be deleted. To delete individual entries, refer to the following.
Inserting a SIM NOTE • For global communication models, the SIM is built into the unit and the card slot is empty. • The unit supports nano SIM cards. • SIM cards other than those specified by Sourcenext are not supported. Carefully insert a thinly tipped object to remove the SIM card slot. Mount a nano SIM card onto the SIM card slot, and insert it into the unit.
Troubleshooting Issue The unit is not operating properly. Solution 1. Restart the unit. Turning the unit on or off 2. Return the unit to factory default settings. Using the Reset feature If the issue persists, supported signals may be out of range. Try connecting through Wi-Fi with a functional device.
Frequently asked questions This section summarizes frequently asked questions about the unit in a Q&A format. Issue Solution The unit does not Wait about 15 minutes while it is charging. If there is absolutely no charge. battery level remaining, it may take some time to start charging. If charging does not start even after about 15 minutes, please contact the support center. The unit does not turn Check the battery level. It may not start because there is no battery on. level remaining.
FCC Statement for the USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Radio Wave Exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used.
