Humanware Victor Reader Classic 3.1 User Manual

Victor Reader Classic 3.1
by HumanWare
Getting Started session with Victor Reader Classic
Welcome to Victor Reader Classic, your new digital talking book player. Simple and friendly,
Victor Reader Classic is ideal to listen to your favorite best-sellers, novels, and magazines
recorded on CD-ROM. Compact, portable and sturdy, Victor Reader Classic goes anywhere with
you, with it’s optional rechargeable batteries and built-in carrying handle.
The first time you use Victor Reader you should connect the unit to a power outlet even if it’s
equipped with the rechargeable batteries. The batteries may have lost power during shipping
even though they were charged before leaving the factory. For safety reasons, the battery
compartment is sealed. Only HumanWare or an authorized service center should replace
batteries.
To connect to a power outlet, plug one end of the provided AC/DC power cord in the power jack,
which is the uppermost jack of the four jacks located on the right side of the unit and the other
end in an electrical outlet. Please note that you can use Victor Reader while charging the
batteries.
The box you just opened contains the following items: A Victor Reader Classic, a power cord
located under a cardboard separator, a plastic bag containing documentation and the CD you are
currently listening to, containing a Getting Started session followed by the User’s Guide.
This introductory session will give step-by-step instructions and the basic information needed in
order to use Victor Reader correctly. First you will hear a physical description of the unit. Then
we will introduce Victor Reader easy-to-use features.
This introduction is not a complete training session but the User’s Guide provided on this CD
will help you with specific information about Victor Reader’s operation, as you need it.
Before we begin, note that you can interrupt this session at any time by simply pressing the
Play/Stop key, which is located at the bottom center of the face, between the Rewind and Fast-
Forward keys. When you are ready to continue the session, simply press the Play/Stop key
again.
We are now ready to start the session.
First, a physical description of Victor Reader Classic. Have the unit positioned in front of you so
that you can explore it.
A large carrying handle, for easy transport, is located on the left side. A built-in speaker is
located on the upper left corner of the face.

Humanware Victor Reader Classic 3.1 Specifications

General

Brand	Humanware
Model	Victor Reader Classic 3.1
Category	Machine Vision Systems
Language	English

Summary

Overview of Victor Reader Classic

Unpacking the Unit

Details the contents of the Victor Reader Classic package and initial checks.

Physical Description of Victor Reader

Provides a detailed breakdown of the Victor Reader Classic unit's physical layout and components.

The Face of the Unit

Describes the controls and features located on the front face of the Victor Reader.

The Left Side of the Unit

Details the components found on the left side of the Victor Reader Classic unit.

The Right Side of the Unit

Outlines the jacks and ports located on the right side of the Victor Reader.

The Front Side of the Unit

Identifies the CD-ROM drive slot located on the front of the Victor Reader.

The Limited Interface

Explains the behavior of keys when the Victor Reader operates in a limited mode.

Powering On Victor Reader

Guides users on how to turn the Victor Reader unit on and off.

Batteries

Provides information on battery type, charging, and expected playtime.

Inserting or Ejecting a CD

Instructions on how to properly insert and eject CDs from the Victor Reader.

Basic Functions

Control Functions

Explains the Tone, Volume, and Speed controls and their operation.

Play/Stop

Details how to start and pause playback of a book.

Rewind and Fast Forward

Describes how to quickly move backward or forward within a book.

Key Describer Mode

Explains the feature that identifies the function of each key on the Victor Reader.

Navigation Functions

Navigation Keys

Details the use of Up, Down, Left, and Right keys for moving within a book.

Bookshelf

Explains how to access and select books from the Bookshelf.

Time Jump Navigation Mode

Describes how to navigate through a book using time intervals.

Ten Page Jumps

Explains how to quickly jump ten pages at a time within a book.

Skippable Elements

Discusses optional material like footnotes that can be skipped during playback.

Advanced Functions

Info Key

Explains how to use the Info Key to get details about the book and player status.

Sleep Mode

Guides on programming a delay period for the unit to shut down automatically.

Bookmarks

Describes how to insert, go to, and delete bookmarks for saving reading progress.

Undo / Redo Functions

Explains how to cancel or resume the last performed action.

Listening to Music or MP3 CD

Functions

Covers navigation and information retrieval when playing music or MP3 CDs.

Troubleshooting

Book Navigation

Addresses common issues and questions related to navigating through books.

Batteries and Charging

Provides answers to frequently asked questions about battery life and charging.

CD's

Answers common questions regarding CD insertion, ejection, and playback issues.

General

Covers general troubleshooting questions not specific to other categories.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

Lists the physical dimensions and weight of the Victor Reader Classic.

File Formats Supported

Specifies the digital audio file formats compatible with the Victor Reader.

Battery and Charging Information

Details the battery type, charging time, and battery life.

Power Supply and Ports

Information on the power adapter and available audio/control jacks.