SPECIAL NEEDS AngelEye Smart Reader User Manual

SPECIAL NEEDS AngelEye Smart Reader

Product Introduction

Based on advanced computer vision and artificial intelligence technology, the wearable intelligent device that assists people with Low Vision, weak vision and vision impairment to read and identify brings a new change to the method of text information acquisition.

User Guide

1. Pull out the rubber blanket, and have it installed in the buckle (The step is to have it installed under your own glasses,  and it can be negligible if you wear the glasses provided by our company).
2. Pull out the buckle, and have it installed on the right leg of the glasses.
3. Screw down with the screwdriver after the buckle is installed on the leg.
4. Pull out the main device, and finish the installation by tightening the magnet on the buckle by using the reverse side containing the magnet.
5. Switch on the reader by pressing the Power button for 3 seconds after wearing  the glasses.
6. Put the text in the front and keep the distance of half arm in the normal illumination after the reader switching on, the reader  will remind you of the orientation automatically;  move the text according to the instruction, the camera will capture the picture automatically after remaining stationary; you can also click the touch bar to make the recognition directly.

Touch Control Instructions:

The reader enters the default OCR mode after starting up.
In the OCR mode:

1. Click: It means photographing and making the text identification. During the broadcasting it can be paused or continued by a single click; it can be fast-forwarded and fast-rewind by sliding forward and backward.
2. Double click: To interrupt the current status, and return to the OCR mode.
3. Long-press: Enter the Setting mode by long-press and return to the OCR mode by long-press again.

In the Setting mode:

1. Click: Confirm to enter an operation. For example, you can click to enter the speed setting while sliding to the speed.
2. Double click: Get back to the previous status.
3. Slide: Switching among the settings.
4. Long-press: Return to the OCR mode.

Operation Instruction

1. Startup & Power-off

2. Startup: Press the Power button for 3 seconds. After waiting for a while, you will hear a length of light music. Then the successful startup will prompt “Welcome to use the AngelEye Smart Reader”.

3. Shutdown: Press the Power button for 3 seconds, and you can hear the power-off music, then the power-off completes.

4. OCR Mode

5. By default, the device will enter OCR Mode after startup.

6. Automatic integral recognition: After activation, there will be a voice prompt “Please put the text in front and keep half an arm’s distance”, and you can place the text to be recognized according to the prompt and the reader will right”, then move to the appropriate position as required and keep still.

7. Double-click: Means return to the OCR mode forcibly.

8. Long-press: In the OCR mode, long-press means entering the setting mode. In the setting mode, long-press means returning to the OCR mode.

9. Slide: Sliding forward and backward means turn-up and turn down the volume in the OCR mode; sliding forward and backward can switch the settings in the Setting mode.

10. Setting Mode

11. Speed setting: The users can slide forward and backward to adjust the reading speed.

12. Volume Settings: The users can slide forward and backward to adjust the volume.

13. Character setting: By default, the device will read with male tone, but the user can switch it to female’s by sliding the touch bar in this setting.

14. Headset setting: The user can connect the device with Bluetooth Headset by following the voice instruction in this setting.

15. Network setting: The user can connect the device with internet by following the voice instruction in this setting.

16. Factory reset: T he device will be recovered to the initial status.

17. Instructions of Manual Photographing Recognition

18. Ensure that the text and background of the material to be identified have a certain contrast, and it is recommended to use black character on a white background (FSTN).

19. Reflection of light should not be contained in the material for recognition.

20. Please under the normal indoor illumination.

21. When taking photos, touch the reader lightly and ensure that your both hands and glasses are remaining stationary.

22. Try your best to ensure that the center of the camera is on the same line  with the center of material for recognition, and the center line should be perpendicular to the paper.

23. We suggest you that while photographing manually :

24. Touch the reader with your hand to confirm the position of the camera;

25. Find the central position of materials (such as books, magazines, etc.);

26. Adjust the camera and the material, try to keep the camera and the material center position in the sane straight line.at the same time this line is perpendicular to the material as far as possible;

27. You can probably estimate the distance and angle with a ruler or your own hand.
    The pose before photographing is shown in the following

28. The best photographing distance for different materials is as follows:

29. Business card, medicine box, ID card category: Since the object is relatively small, it is recommended to take photos at a distance of about 25cm and the font size above 9pt.

30. B5-sized paper: the recommended distance is about 30cm, and the font size above 9pt.

31. A4 paper and B5 books are spread out: The recommended distance is about 35cm and the font size is above 9pt.

32. A4 books should be unfolded: the version is relatively large; the recommended distance is about 45cm and the font size is above 10pt.

33. E-mail: Reflection of light should not be contained and the background should be kept clean on the computer screen while reading the email, while the suggested distance should be around 35cm, with the characters text above 10pt due to the larger versions.

34. Headset connection:

35. How does the reader connect to the Bluetooth headset:

36. Slide in the reader device setting layer to find the “headset setting” option, and single click to enter it.

37. There will be the prompt saying “The Bluetooth is off now”, then click to switch on it, as the Bluetooth will scan other Bluetooth devices around automatically after being switched on (The Bluetooth of the headset needs to switched on simultaneously).

38. After scanning, you can slide to switch different Bluetooth devices. The voice instruction will broadcast the name of headset and you can hear the prompt after connecting successfully; it will automatic return to the setting mode.

39. Network connection and Software upgrade:
    There are 3 steps for the connection process:

40. First, download the AngelEye Smart Reader App by scanning the QR code on the user manual or searching in the Android or App store;

41. Register and login to the App. Choose the 2.4g Wi-Fi name and input the password on the phone. After that, a QR code will be generated on the phone screen;

42. Follow the voice instruction of the reader and you will hear “the camera has been turned on. Please place the QR code on the phone screen in front of the reader to finish network connection”. You will hear “Network connection successful” after the reader scans the QR code.
    Now let’s learn how to upgrade the software. Firstly, we need to connect the reader with network according to the process above with the device over 50 % battery. When the reader succeeds in connecting the network, it will automatically detect the available new software version. When the software is being downloaded, you can hear the progress of the percentage by sliding on the touch bar. When the software is downloaded successfully, the reader will reboot automatically.

43. Prompt tone description
    “Deng”: This means that it is vague. Three consecutive “Deng” will quit and ask for a new photo.
    “Didi kacha”: focusing and photographing.
    “Ding-ding”: the tone at the end of the broadcast.

44. Lamp Effect
    Running: The green light keeps bright, and the red breathing light will become bright while the power is lower than 30%.
    Sleeping: The blue breathing light will become bright.
    Power on: Long-press the power button for 3 seconds and then the red light becomes bright first, as the green light will keep bright while running.
    Power off: Long-press the Power button for 3 seconds and then it will power off as the green light is shut down.

Specification Parameter

• Brand: AngelEye
• Model No.: SR-W1
• Material: PC+ABS
• Product Name: AngelEye Smart Reader
• Dimensions: 72mm27mm15mm
• Device Weight: Less than 30gr /1.06oz
• Recognition Rate: Above 95%
• Frequent Use Time: 1.5 hours
• Power Supply: 5V/2A
• Battery: 500mAH

Packing List

Product Features

• Off-line enjoyment
• Layout analysis
• Background filtering

Reader Error and Correct Use of Column Diagram

Picture2: The photographing distance is 25cm and the background is clean .

Picture 3: the photographing distance is adjusted according to the material. the book is perpendicular to the reader and the background is clean . Picture 4: The computer screen has no reflection and the background is clean. Picture 5: Normal illumination, avoid use in dim places .

Picture 6: Please keep your head and hands still when taking photos.

FAQ（Frequently Asked Questions）

Q1. The words in the distance cannot be recognized when taking photos?
Ans. For the time being, we only support reading scenes at close range, using a distance of 20-60cm and the best photographing distance of 30-50cm.

Q2. After taking photos, did the voice broadcast hear the garbled code?
Ans. Blurred photos lead to the need to readjust the posture to keep the product still during the photo taking process.

Q3. Successfully connected to the network and started downloading updates for more than 10 minutes, but still no response or the download upgrade was interrupted. What should I do to quit?
Ans. The network needs to be reconfigured to check whether WIFI is properly connected and the signal is good. If the network connection and signal are good, the software download and upgrade process can be tried again. If the network is unstable or the signal is poor and the network speed is slow, the user is advised to choose to download and upgrade again under the condition of good network connection environment.

Q4. Will you hear “Deng” during the broadcast?
Ans. A “Deng” means the trip is fuzzy. Three consecutive “Deng” will indicate that the photo is fuzzy. Please take another shot.

Q5. Always remind that the photos are fuzzy and need to be taken again?
Ans. Make sure the lens is dirty and the equipment shell is not damaged.

Safety Instructions

To confirm that you are using the product safely and correctly, please read “User’s Manual” carefully and abide by the following safety regulations before using the product:

• The overheat phenomenon will occur on the device if it has been used for a long time. We suggest you should let it sleep and place it for a moment before using it again to avoid the impact on performance and your normal use.
• The device needs to be put down and moved lightly, and don’t crash or shake it strongly.
• The device has gone through several experiences, so we do not suggest you place it into a seriously polluted environment to check, so as to avoid the unnecessary hazards for your health
• Chemicals such as benzene and diluent should be avoided while using the product. Don’t approach a high-intensity magnetic field or strong electric field, and keep away from the pyrotoxins such as direct illuminating light or fire.
• Please keep away from fire and water while using the product.
• Do not place the product in the high temperature and high humidity, and do not wash it to avoid the device from being damaged, or triggering an electric shock during the use.
• Do not dismount by yourself, repair, transform or change any parts of the product.
• Do not remove the built-in batteries. Improper replacement of the batteries may lead to explosion risk. If you want to remove the batteries, please ask a professional/ maintenance manufacturer to remove them.
• Reduce the influence of electromagnetic wave, please use it properly.
• Please classify and properly handle the waste package, battery, electron devices, etc.
• Please use the self-contained charge of the device only. Using other charges will probably cause that your warranty loses efficacy, and will probably cause the serious hazards.
• Please place the product in the position which cannot be touched by the children.

Disclaimer

• To protect your legitimate interests as user, please read our manual, disclaimer and safety instruction provided with the product carefully before use. Our company keeps the rights of updating the above documents. You should operate the product in accordance with the manual and safety instruction.
• Once the product begins to be used, it means that you have read, understood, approved and accepted all the clauses and contents of the manual, disclaimer and safety instruction of the product. You shall make the commitment foryour behaviors as user and take charge of any consequences caused by that. You shall make the commitment about using the product only for the legitimate purposes, and agree with the clause and any related policies or criteria enacted by our company.
• You shall strictly abide by and execute the requirements including but not limited to the manual and safety instructions. For any personal injuries, accidents, property losses, legal disputes caused by violating the using behaviors shown in the safety instruction or force majeure, and any other adverse events causing the interest conflict, the related responsibilities and losses shall be taken charge of by user, as our company assumes no responsibility.
• Our company and Special Needs Computer Solutions assumes no responsibility for any behaviors against the law caused directly or indirectly
• during the use of the product.
  Our company and Special Needs Computer Solutions does not take charge of any indirect losses caused by defects, flaws and repair of the product (including but not limited to losses in profits, anticipated profits, business reputation, time, etc.), as our liability for damage of the product and repair shall not exceed the actual amount of the product afforded by user.

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Contact Address: 5th Floor, Building 7, No. 3000 Longdong
Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, P.R. China
Service Tel: +86-400-606-8806
Service Email: international@nextvpu.com

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