Description
Select and read books of your interest online, you do not have to wait for a CD to be delivered! Check and share the latest news and articles from newspapers & magazines.
The PLEXTALK Linio has an internal memory where you can store books, newspapers or magazines. And no computer needed!
Your books are ready to be read online.
Many libraries serving the visually impaired have started an online book distribution service by using the DAISY Online Delivery Protocol (DODP). The DODP allows computer-free online distribution directly to a talking book player.
When you call a library for books of your interest, you will have access to the books using your PLEXTALK Linio. Some libraries or organizations will regularly and automatically distribute newspapers or magazines that you subscribe to on your PLEXTALK Linio.
Store your books into your PLEXTALK Linio
The PLEXTALK Linio has an internal memory where you can store books, newspapers or magazines.
Search books of your interest
You can search and find books of your interest using your PLEXTALK Linio. Type the title name or the author’s name on your Linio and you will get a list of the results. You can also call your library and access the list with the recent published titles you selected.
Note: Service types of online distribution vary depending on libraries. Please check with your library.
Three easy steps to read online books
- Step 1: Configure network settings of PLEXTALK Linio to connect with your wireless network router or just simply connect via LAN cable without any configuration.
- Step 2: When the power is on, your books are ready to be read online.
- Step 3: Select your preferred book by the title key and start reading by the play key.
Portable and hands free
Wireless online access
- Wireless online access is provided by your Internet connection.
Bluetooth connection
- Bluetooth connection will be supported so that you can listen to your titles with a wireless headphone.
Rechargeable battery
- Rechargeable battery is included and you can playback even when the AC adaptor is disconnected.
Carry handle
- The handle of the optional carry bag allows you to bring the unit with you with one hand.
- The shoulder strap can be adjusted for your comfort.
Reliable design
High sound quality
- Hi-Fi speaker is optimized to provide a clear sound, especially for human voices.
Scratch guard
- The rubber slot-in disc mechanism prevents the disc from scratching when inserting or ejecting CD’s.
Shock resistant
- Even when dropped from a height of 70 cm, the internal stabilizers and rubber edges absorb shocks, keeping your player up and running.
Waterproof
- The special rubber keypad offers protection against liquids.
A variety of media
- Online bookshelf via wireless or wired network connection.
- USB device like USB flash memory or PLEXTALK Pocket
- SD card up to 32GB
- 2GB internal memory (1.4GB user area)
- CD for DAISY book, audio book, and music!
Other functions
DAISY/e-Text Playback
- Advanced navigation functions in heading, group, page, phrase, bookmark, album, track, level, screen, paragraph, line, sentence, spell, word or character. (*Depending on the content)
- Reading Microsoft Word DOC and DOCX, plain text, html or DAISY text by text-to-speech.
- Audio files: MP3, unprotected WMA, AMR-WB+, Ogg Vorbis, Wave (PCM) formats, Music CDs (CD-DA).
- Bookmarks, maximum 10,000 items.
- Optimal sound quality in lower and higher speed is guaranteed with the PLEXVoice technology. The playback speed can be changed from 0.5 to 3 times true speed. The tone can be changed from -6 to +6. The tone can be changed from -6 to +6.
Intuitive operation
- The sleep timer function turns the player automatically off at a set time.
- Voice guides help the user through all key operations and menu items.
- Key description mode.
- Built-in user’s guide in DAISY format.
Removable cover
Flexible data management
- Supported disk:12cm diameter, Stamped CD, CD-R, CD-RW
- LAN:10/100Base-TX 1 port, IEEE802.11 b/g
- Bluetooth Ver2.1+EDR
- 2GB internal memory
- Compatible with SDHC to support up to 32GB.
- Plays content on USB flash memory drives with USB 2.0 high speed.
- A DAISY CD can be recorded onto a SD card or a USB device and internal memory. Recording between SD card and USB device are also possible.
Specifications
General Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| CD loading | Slot loaded |
| Playable media | 12cm diameter, Stamped CD, CD-R, CD-RWNote: 8cm CD and irregularly shaped CDs will cause a malfunction and should not be used. |
| Internal memory | 2GB flash memory (1.4GB user area) |
| SD card slot | SD/SDHC card (maximum storage size: 32GB) |
| Playable audio formats for DAISY books | Books conforming to DAISY 2.0, 2.02 and 3.0 standards Reading Microsoft Word DOC, plain text, html or DAISY text by text-to-speech Audio files in MP3, WMA, AMR-WB+, Ogg Vorbis, Wave (PCM) formats Music CDs (CD-DA) |
| Recording audio format | MPEG1 Layer3: 44100Hz ‐ 32000Hz, 32kbps ‐ 320 kbps MPEG1 Layer3: 22050Hz ‐ 16000Hz, 8kbps ‐ 160kbps. |
| Sound output | Headphone (Stereo), Built-in speaker (Monaural) |
| Externally connected terminal | USB 2.0 (Type A) LAN (10/100Base-TX 1 port) |
| Wireless interface | IEEE802.11b/g Bluetooth Ver2.1+EDR |
| Electric power source | AC adaptor, AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 or 60 Hz |
| Dimensions (W/L/H) | 170 mm x 219 mm x 56 mm |
| Weight | 1.3kg |
| Accessories | Mask cover AC adaptor User’s Guide CD Quick Reference guide Safety Instructions |
Audio Features
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Headphones (line output) |
Compatible impedance 32 ohm unbalanced Jack 3.5mm diameter stereo mini jack |
| Built-in speaker | Output impedance 4 ohm Output 2.0W |
Main Functions
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Guide Voice | Gives spoken information about the current operation Provides key descriptions in Key Describer mode Speaks menu items Gives help information (press the Information key) |
| Search Function | DAISY book: Heading, Group, Page, Phrase, Bookmark Audio: Album, Track, Bookmark Text file: Screen, Paragraph, Sentence, Word, Character, Bookmark HTML file: Level, Paragraph, Sentence, Word, Character, Bookmark |
| Volume adjustment steps | 0 to 25 (in increments of 1) |
| Guide volume adjustment steps | -5 to +5 (in increments of 1) |
| Play speed adjustment | 11 settings from -2, through 0, to +8 (in increments of 1). Normal speed is at 0. -2 is 0.5 times speed, +4 is double speed, +8 triple speed |
| Tone adjustment steps | 13 settings from -6, through 0, to +6 (in increments of 1) Normal tone is at 0 |
| Memory function | Bookmarks, maximum is 10,000 |
Battery Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of battery | Ni-MH |
| Dimensions | Length 53.64 mm Width 56.68 mm Height 29.00 mm |
| Capacity | 1,800 mAh |
| Charging Time | 4 hours approximately |
| Operating Time | DAISY format, CD playing, 5 hours Music CD (CD-DA) format, CD playing, 2 hours DAISY format, SD card playing, 8 hours |
