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Victor Reader Pro Instructions
VICTOR READER PRO TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE|
The Victor digital talking book player only plays "DAISY" compatible books, such as RFB&D's AudioPlus® books. The Victor can perform a variety of functions, including locating the page you wish to read, placing bookmarks, and adjusting the playback speed.
The top of the Victor has a slotted speaker. All of the directions in this guide refer to the Victor when the speaker is in the upper left-hand corner.
On the back right corner of the Victor is a round button. This is the power button. To the left of the power button is the power input for connecting the Victor to an electrical outlet. On the back left corner is a serial port, which is not currently operable. On the right side of the unit towards the front is the headphone jack.
The top of the Victor has a faceplate with many different buttons. There are two columns of buttons, one on the right side and one on the left. In between the columns is another set of buttons, arranged like the number pad on a telephone.
The following is a list of these buttons and a general description of what they do:
Left Side of the Faceplate:
On the left side of the faceplate, there are four oval-shaped keys lined up vertically. The top button is the KEY DESCRIBER button. When this button is on, you can press any other button to hear its function.
Below the KEY DESCRIBER is the BOOKMARK key which allows you to place, jump to and delete bookmarks.
Below the BOOKMARK key is the GO TO PAGE key. Use this button to jump to a page entered on the numbered keypad.
Below the GO TO PAGE key is the QUICK BOOKMARK key, which allows you to quickly place and store one bookmark.
Center of the Faceplate:
In the center of the faceplate are 12 buttons, arranged like the numbered keypad of a telephone. Most of the numbered keys also have other functions, which are described below:
The 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys are arrow-shaped with raised tactile arrows on their edges, and point, respectively, up, left, right and down.
The 2 and 8 keys allow you to perform advanced navigation commands by scrolling up or down to different navigation levels.
The 4 and 6 keys allow you to move backward or forward to search RFB&D's AudioPlus books by chapter, section or sub-section.
The 1 key is the BOOKSHELF key, which can tell you the title of the current book.
The 3 key is the HISTORY key, which allows you to quickly return to places you have recently been.
The 5 key is the WHERE AM I? key and has a tactile dot. This key allows you to find out what page you are on, what navigation level, and the title of the book.
The 9 key is the SLEEP MODE key, which allows you to program a delay period before the Victor shuts off.
The 0 key is the INFORMATION key, which can give you information about the current book, including number of pages, time elapsed and remaining, and number of bookmarks placed.
The * key is used to confirm an entered command while the # key cancels an entered command.
Below the numbered keypad, there are three keys in a row:
The key on the left is arrow-shaped and points left. This is the REWIND key.
The rectangular key to the right of this is the PLAY/STOP key.
The FASTFORWARD key is to the right of PLAY/STOP. It is arrow-shaped and points right.
Right Side of the Faceplate:
On the right side of the faceplate, in a column, there are four keys lined up vertically. From the top down, the first three buttons have grooves in their centers, making them arrow-shaped.
The top key is the tone button and is used to adjust the treble and bass of the reader's voice.
Below the tone key is the speed control button, which is used to decrease or increase the reading speed.
Below the speed control button is the volume button.
Below the volume button is the eject button.
CD-ROM DRIVE
The front side of the Victor has a CD-ROM drive. This drive is similar to the CD-ROM drive on a computer. In the center of the CD-ROM drive is a small rectangular button. When pressed, this button will cause the CD-ROM drive to pop open if there is no CD in the drive.
Battery Information
It takes eight hours to fully charge the Victor battery. A fully charged battery will last six - eight hours with the machine in play. The battery charge will last about a month with the machine turned off.
Below are instructions for powering up the Victor and using the different features. Each set of directions contains descriptions of where the specified keys or buttons are located.
Turning the Victor On and Off
The power button is the round button on the back right corner of the Victor.
To turn the Victor on, press and hold the button until you hear one beep.
To turn Victor off, press and hold the power button until you hear two beeps
Key Describer Key
On the left column of the faceplate, there are four buttons. The first button from the tape is the KEY DESCRIBER key. This button will allow you to hear the function of the other buttons.
Press KEY DESCRIBER.
Press any other key to hear what it does.
Press KEY DESCRIBER again to turn it off.
When in KEY DESCRIBER mode, you will not be able to listen to a CD.
Inserting a CD
In the center of the CD-ROM drive is a small rectangular button. When pressed, this button will cause the CD-ROM drive to pop open.
To open the CD-ROM drive for inserting a CD, gently grasp the edges of the CD tray and slide it open fully. This button will only open the CD-ROM drive when there is no CD inserted.
To open the CD-ROM drive when there is already a CD in the drive, press the EJECT button, which is in the bottom right-hand corner of the faceplate.
Locate the CD spindle at the center of the tray. The spindle is a raised cylinder in the center of the tray that spins freely. It is best to find the spindle by feeling across the CD tray from the right side, as the CD reading lens is on the left side of the tray and can be damaged by dust and fingerprints.
Use your fingertips to feel toward the center of the CD for the circular ridge. This ridge is on the bottom of the CD.
Place the CD in the CD-ROM drive, with the ridge facing down and with the CD center hole over the edges of the spindle. Click it into place.
Gently slide the CD-ROM drive back into the Victor. Listen for the beeps while the Victor reads the CD. The title of the CD will be announced.
To Eject a CD
Press the EJECT button. The CD-ROM tray will slide out.
Gently grasp the edges of the CD-ROM tray and gently slide it open fully.
Grasp the edges of the CD to lift it out of the tray.
To Play or Stop a CD
There are three keys in a row below the numbered keypad. The middle key is a curved rectangle. This is the PLAY/STOP key.
Press the PLAY/STOP key to begin playing or stop playing a CD.
To Adjust the Speed, Volume, and Tone
On the right side of the faceplate, there are four oval-shaped keys lined up vertically.
The first key from the top is the TONE key. Press the right side of the TONE key to enhance higher tones and the left side to enhance lower tones.
The second button from the top is the SPEED key. Press the left side of the Speed key to decrease the speed and right side of to increase the speed.
The third key from the top is the VOLUME control. Press the right side of the key to increase the volume and the left side to decrease the volume.
The fourth key is the EJECT key, which opens the CD-ROM drive.
Below are directions for performing basic navigation functions.
To Fast Forward a CD
There are three keys in a row below the numbered keypad. The arrow-shaped key on the right is the FAST FORWARD key. Hold the FAST FORWARD key down until you reach the desired spot.
To Rewind a CD
There are three keys in a row below the numbered keypad.
The arrow-shaped key on the left is the REWIND key.
Hold the REWIND key down until you reach the desired spot.
To Jump to a Specific Page
In the center of the faceplate is a numbered keypad, just like the keypad on a push button telephone. Most of the buttons are oval-shaped. The 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys have arrow-shaped tactile ridges on them. To the left of the keypad, there are four keys lined up vertically. The third key from the top is the GO TO PAGE key.
Press the GO TO PAGE key.
Enter the page number on the numbered keypad.
Press PLAY.
To Page Forward
In the center of the faceplate is a numbered keypad, just like the keypad on a push button telephone. Most of the buttons are oval-shaped. The 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys have arrow-shaped tactile ridges on them.
Press the 2 key or the 8 key until you hear "PAGE"
Press the 6 key to move forward to the next page.
Each time you press the 6 key, you will jump forward to the next page
To Page Backward
In the center of the faceplate is a numbered keypad, just like the keypad on a push button telephone. Most of the buttons are oval-shaped. The 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys are arrow-shaped.
Press the 2 key or the 8 key until you hear "PAGE."
Press the 4 key to move backward to the previous page.
Each time you press the 4 key, you will jump backward to the next page.
In the center of the faceplate is a numbered keypad, just like the keypad on a telephone. Most of the buttons are oval-shaped. The 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys are arrow-shaped, with tactiles. As well as their numeric value, the following keys have these additional functions:
1 key – BOOKSHELF: Press the 1 key to find the title and number of the current book.
3 key – HISTORY: Allows you to quickly return to the last five places you have recently been. To operate, press the 3 key.
Press the 4 or 6 key to move from one item to another, listening for the desired page.
Press the #-key when you have found the desired page.
Press the *-key to return to the location before activating the history key.
4 and 6 key – MOVE BACK and MOVE FORWARD: Allows you to move through the different navigation and playback feature elements.
5 Key – WHERE AM I? Key: Press the 5 key to find out what page you are on, what level, and the title of the book.
2 and 8 key – Allows you to scroll to the different navigation levels.
0 key – INFORMATION key: This key will give the following information about the book:
Number of pages and total play time of the book
Time elapsed and time remaining
Number of bookmarks placed in the book
Number of books on the current CD
Battery Condition
Information about the Victor
To operate, press the 0 key.
Press the 4 or 6 key to move from on item to another.
9 key – SLEEP MODE: The 9 key allows you to program a delay period before Victor shuts off.
To operate, press the 9 key and listen for the current delay time.
Press the 9 key again to add 15 more minutes.
Each time you press the 9 key, 15 minutes are added to the delay period, for a maximum of 60 minutes.
Below are directions for using the BOOKMARK feature.
On the left side of the faceplate, there are four oval-shaped keys lined up vertically. The second key from the top is the BOOKMARK key.
Placing a Bookmark
Go to the page where you want to place a bookmark.
Press the BOOKMARK key twice.
Enter a number on the keypad to assign a bookmark number. You may want to assign the page number as the bookmark number.
Press the #-key to store the bookmark in the Victor's memory.
You can place an unlimited number of bookmarks in any book.
Jumping to a Specific Bookmark
Press the BOOKMARK key.
Enter the desired bookmark number on the keypad.
Press the #-key to hear the bookmark number announced or press PLAY to begin listening to the bookmarked section.
Jumping Forward to the Next Bookmark
Press the BOOKMARK key three times.
Press the 6 key to move to the next bookmark.
Continue pressing the 6 key until the correct bookmark is found.
Press the #-key to confirm and play.
Press the *-key to quit and return to last operation.
Jumping Back to a Previous Bookmark
Press the BOOKMARK key three times.
Press the 4 key to move to a previous bookmark.
Continue pressing the 4 key until the correct bookmark is found.
Press the #-key to confirm and play.
Press the *-key to quit and return to last operation.
Quick Bookmark
QUICK BOOKMARK allows you to place a bookmark in one step. This is especially useful if you need to frequently skip to a specific page.
On the left side of the faceplate, there are four oval-shaped keys lined up vertically. The fourth button from the top is the QUICK BOOKMARK key.
To save one place in just one step, press the QUICK BOOKMARK key until you hear "quick bookmark inserted."
Going to a Quick Bookmark
Press and release the QUICK BOOKMARK key.
Deleting a Bookmark
Press the BOOKMARK key four times.
Enter the number of the bookmark to be deleted.
Press the #-key to confirm or press *-key to cancel.
Deleting all Bookmarks
Press the BOOKMARK key four times.
Press the 9 key fives times.
Press the #-key to confirm or press the *-key to cancel.
An Explanation of the Levels in RFB&D's AudioPlus Books
RFB&D's AudioPlus books can be navigated forward and backward. They can also be navigated according to different levels. All Of RFB&D's AudioPlus books can be navigated by page and by major headings. Usually, the major heading is a chapter. For example, the major heading in a book about dogs might be the chapters – Large Dogs, Medium Dogs, and Small Dogs. On the RFB&D AudioPlus disc, the chapters would be considered level one.
To Search by Levels
In the center of the faceplate is a numbered keypad, just like the keypad on a push button telephone. Most of the buttons are oval-shaped. The 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys are arrow-shaped and have tactile arrows on them.
Searching by Chapter – Level One
Press the 2 key or the 8 key until you hear "Level One."
Press the 6 key to move forward until the chapter you want is announced.
Press the 4 key to move backward through the chapters.
Once you release the key, the Victor will continue to play the CD until you press another arrow key.
Searching by Sections and Sub-Headings – Levels 2, 3, and 4
Some books can also be searched by sections and sub-headings. Referring to our example above, perhaps the chapters in the dog book are divided into sections. For example, the chapter on Big Dogs has a section titled, "Rescue Dogs" and a section titled "Guard Dogs" and a section titled "Hunting Dogs." On the RFB&D AudioPlus disc, these sections would be Level Two.
To find Level Two:
Press the 2 key or the 8 key until you hear "Level Two."
Press the 6 key to move forward until the section you want is announced.
Press the 4 key to move backward through the sections.
Once you release the key, the Victor will continue to play the CD until you press another arrow key.
Some of RFB&D's AudioPlus books can be searched by subheading, within a section. For example, in the section on Rescue Dogs, there may be three subheadings: Dalmatians, St. Bernards, and Newfoundlands. If you wanted to find one of these subheadings, you would search by Level Three.
To find Level Three:
Press the 2 key or the 8 key until you hear "Level Three."
Press the 6 key to move forward until the sub-heading you want is announced.
Press the 4 key to move backward through the sub-heading.
Once you release the key, the Victor will continue to play the CD until you press another arrow key.
In some books, you may even be able to search by Level Four, sub-sections. Say, for example, that under each rescue dog sub-section there were stories about specific dogs. If you wanted to find one of these stories, you would search by Level Four.
To find Level Four:
Press the 2 key or the 8 key until you hear "Level Four."
Press the 6 key to move forward until the sub-section you want is announced.
Press the 4 key to move backward through the sub-section.
Once you release the key, the Victor will continue to play the CD until you press another arrow key.
VICTOR READER PRO TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
I can't open the CD-ROM drive.
Make sure the Victor is turned on.
Check that the power cord is firmly plugged into the wall.
Check that the power cord is plugged into the back of the Victor.
If using the Victor with the battery only, you may need to re-charge the battery.
Try pressing the rectangular button on the CD-ROM drive. This button will only work when there is no CD inserted.
If using the EJECT button, make sure the KEY DESCRIBER is turned off. You can not operate any of the other buttons when the KEY DESCRIBER is on.
If none of these suggestions work, the Victor may be malfunctioning. Please contact RFB&D's Technical Support at 800-772-3248.
When I insert the disc and close the CD-ROM drive, I hear a "disc bad" message.
Remove the disc and re-insert it.
Make sure the disc is placed in the CD-ROM tray with the label-side facing up.
Remove the disc from the CD-ROM tray and clean it.
If none of these suggestions work, the CD may be damaged. Please contact Technical Support at 800-772-3248.
I've turned the Victor on and nothing happens.
Check that the power cord is plugged securely into the wall and into the back of the Victor.
If using the Victor with the battery only, you may need to re-charge the battery.
If none of these suggestions work, the Victor may be malfunctioning. Please contact Technical Support at 800-772-3248.
I've pressed play and nothing happens.
Check that the power cord is securely plugged into the wall and into the back of the Victor.
If using the Victor with the battery only, you may need to re-charge the battery. The battery takes eight hours to charge and will provide six to eight hours of playtime.
Make sure CD is loaded before pressing play. When the CD is loaded you will hear the title.
Make sure the disc is placed in the CD-ROM drive with the label-side facing up and that it is clicked into place.
Make sure the volume is turned up.
Make sure the KEY DESCRIBER is off.
If none of these suggestions work, the Victor may be malfunctioning. Please contact Technical Support at 800-772-3248.
When I press play, I hear a "No disc" message.
Make sure CD is loaded before pressing play. When the CD is loaded you will hear the title.
Make sure the disc is placed in the CD-ROM drive with the label-side facing up.
If neither of these suggestions work, the CD may be damaged. Please contact Technical Support at 800-772-3248.
I've entered a page number to skip to but get a "page doesn't exist" message.
If possible, check the print copy of the book to determine if the page exists in the book.
Make sure that the RFB&D AudioPlus CD is the same volume and copyright year as the print book you are using. If not, you may want to follow the instructions above for searching by chapter or section.
Some of RFB&D's AudioPlus books that were converted from the original analog may be missing markers on some pages. This makes it impossible to jump directly to that page. Enter the next page number and push PLAY. Then press the PREVIOUS key until you find the beginning of the desired page.
I've entered a command and the Victor responds with a "beep."
The command was not accepted or does not exist. Refer to the instructions in this card to correctly re-enter the command.
If trying to navigate to a chapter or section, the beep means you have reached the end of the chapters or sections.
If trying to adjust the sound quality, the beep means that you have increased or decreased the tone, volume, or speed as much as possible.
I've entered a bookmark number but the Voice Guide says "No Bookmark."
The bookmark doesn't exist.
Enter the page number of the desired page and follow the steps for placing a bookmark.
I've jumped to a specific bookmark but can't find the information I am searching for.
Return to the page where you placed the bookmark and refer to the instructions in this guide to repeat the steps for placing a bookmark.
Immediately after I've charged the battery, the Voice Guide warns me "Battery low."
To fully charge the battery, the Victor must be plugged in for eight hours.
The battery may be at the end of its life. Please contact Technical Support at 800-772-3248.
I am trying to use the advanced navigation steps to search by major heading, section, etc. and am unable to access the level I want.
Check the announcement at the beginning of the book to determine the type of book that you have. RFB&D's AudioPlus books that were converted from analog recordings can only be searched by Level 1 - major headings and by page. The announcement "About this RFB&D Digital Talking Book" is played at the start, right after the title. It's also a Level 1 heading so you can navigate back to it if you're somewhere in the book. This announcement will tell you if it was converted. To navigate back to the opening announcement, press the up- or down-arrow key until you hear "Level 1." Press the left-arrow key until you hear the title announcement. The book announcement will begin to play right after the title announcement.
Press the up-arrow key or down-arrow key to determine how many levels of navigation the book has.
Make sure you're at the correct heading level. If you're at the highest, Level 1, you will skip over all lower level sections. If you are the lowest level for the specific title, you should be able to navigate to all the headings included in the digital version of the book.
IF YOU CONTINUE TO EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY USING THE VICTOR, PLEASE CONTACT RFB&D'S MEMBER SERVICES (National Headquarters) AT 800-221-4792 OR EMAIL: custserv@rfbd.org.
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