Dutch ECTACO Handhelds

This amazing Smartphone is the essence of entertainment, functionality and value joined in one stylish device. A successful combination of a mobile phone and a PDA, our G18 will let you stay connected to the net and your friends, be organized, read books, learn languages and even take pictures! Connect to your desktop to download Mpg4 movies. Use the G18 to send English or Chinese short messages. It recognizes Chinese handwriting and will store a photo album, linked to your address book great for the caller ID purposes; the 32-polyphonic melodies will be good to your ears.

Bonus CD with ECTACO Dictionaries and Flashcards

Additional Device features

• Built-in English-Chinese Dictionary of 50,000 entries
• Supports Chinese handwriting recognition
• Built-in 16MB memory
• SDRAM - 16M Bytes, Flash - 4M Bytes
• Option to install Palm OS 4.1 software, maps, games, etc.
• Built-in digital camera CIF (352 x 288) with 2X digital zoom
• Picture caller ID function
• Supports 850 MHz and 1900 MHz GSM networks (functional in the US and Canada only)
• GPRS class 10
• Supports E-book, E-mail, WAP, SMS, MMS, STK, Java
• Touch screen speed dial-up of up to 40 numbers
• Bilingual Chinese (traditional/simplified) English organizer
• IrDA 1.2
• GSM Talk Time (2 hours), GSM standby time (100 hours)

The GSM Mobile Phone w/Palm OS PDA comes boxed with a PC-link cable (serial port), 100-240V -0.18A 50/60Hz adapter, Li-Polymer Battery, headphones, CD PDTalk G18 with software manuals and games, a leather cover, plus the ECTACO bonus CD.

Absolutely unique in the world of handheld language and travel assistants iTRAVL includes everything the business or leisure traveler needs to make visiting foreign destinations an enjoyable and easily navigated experience.

• The world’s most sophisticated Speech Recognition System that understands and instantly translates any of the tens of thousands of pre-programmed words and phrases contained in the iTRAVL
• Unsurpassed Travel Voice PhraseBook translates and speaks 14,000 phrases using native-speaker voice narration
• iHELP for instant access to emergency and frequently used phrases which can be spoken immediately
• Indispensable travel resources that include CIA World Factbook and Travel AudioBooks
• Amazing Language Teacher system to help you learn foreign language in the time it takes to fly to your destination.
• Exhaustive Translating Dictionary that pronounces English and Dutch words using state-of-the-art Speech Synthesis
• Customizable multilingual English, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish interface
• Hands free, voice navigation and hi-res touch screen for easy access to information
• Extended functionality and responsiveness powered by Windows CE
• Outstanding Mp3 player for your media files to keep you entertained on the road
• Enjoyable language learning games so you can learn while you play – anywhere!
• Plus much, much more!

Innovation Award 2008 from the Consumer Electronics Association

Loaded with a full range of the most useful communication tools. By simply speaking into the iTRAVL, you can have your phrases instantly translated and spoken aloud using a sophisticated combination of speech recognition modules, real human voice narration and speech synthesis. Helping you to enjoy sightseeing more, meet new friends and deal with emergencies, it is loaded with a full range of the most advanced language management tools ever combined and includes iHELP which lets you immediately access a list of emergency or most frequently used phrases instantly. Thanks to its remarkable Speech Recognition modules all you have to do is pronounce a voice tag and iTRAVL will speak the phrase immediately. A real life saver!

Lost? Never Again. Detailed maps with destination advice and addresses will help you find your way around in no time. Need a more hands on approach? Now asking for directions has never been easier. Equipped with the CIA World Factbook, detailed information on every nation in the world is now just a click away.

No more books or papers! Now you can leave it all at home, greatly reducing the time and energy necessary to access the information you depend on most while traveling. Before and after your trip you can also use the built-in speech enabled Language Teacher and language-learning games to improve your speech and accent. You can even use iTRAVL to communicate with your non-English speaking housekeeper or construction workers, to impress your visiting business partners with your knowledge of their language or to show your friends and family how much you know. Speaking another language has never been easier or more fun!

The Best of the Best! Easy to navigate and user-friendly iTRAVL offers a hi-resolution touch-screen interface that puts Windows CE powered convenience at your fingertips. A user-friendly and customizable multilingual interface that offers you a choice of English, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish display languages. A robust MP3 player lets you enjoy all your favorite media files and AudioBooks. Whether you’re on the go, or ready to study, this global travel companion is always at your side. With the inclusion of a convenient metric converter and a talking calculator, you can now verify exchange rates and have them pronounced instantly. In addition, a world clock is now accessible so you can check the time in any time zone just by clicking the location on a virtual map. The newest and best there is to offer, ITRAVL is like no other communication device in the world.

Once you take a trip with iTRAVL, you’ll never leave home without it!

Specifications:

• 496,000 entry English <-> Dutch translating dictionary with voice synthesis
• Audio Travel PhraseBook recognizes and speaks 14,000 travel-related phrases
• Audio Travel PhraseBook includes the following topics: Basics, Traveling, Hotel, Local Transport, Sightseeing, Bank, Communication means, In the restaurant, Food/Drinks, Shopping, Repairs/Laundry, Sport/Leisure, Health/Drugstore, Beauty Care, Calling for Police
• iHELP pronounces Emergency or frequently used phrases instantly
• CIA World Factbook for 180 countries around the world: Maps, Flags, Country Profiles, People, Geography, History, Economy, Essential Statistics, International Organizations and Groups and more
• 70,000 WordNet English explanatory dictionary
• Windows CE powered for advanced functionality and responsiveness
• Hi-resolution touch-screen and hands-free speech navigation functionality
• Mp3 player, games, calculator, metric converter, and word time clock utilities.

AC adapter, headphones, USB cable, case and bonus CD are included in the standard package.

The entire linguistic content of the iTRAVL is included on a 512 MB SD card which comes with the device.

The iTRAVL is available in different colors: the iTRAVL Alpine (white), the iTRAVL Corrida (red) and the iTRAVL NTL (black). Find your favorite here:

Alpine (white) Buy now!	Corrida (red) Buy now!	NTL (black) Buy now!

Absolutely unique in the world of handheld language and travel assistants the multilingual iTRAVL Alpine-11N includes everything the business or leisure traveler needs to make visiting foreign destinations an enjoyable and easily navigated experience.

• Unique multilingual handheld translates words and phrases from English to Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Finnish, Swedish, Dutch, Estonian, Latvian, Lithuanian and back!
• The world’s most sophisticated Speech Recognition System that understands and instantly translates any of the tens of thousands of pre-programmed words and phrases contained in the iTRAVL
• Unsurpassed Travel Voice PhraseBook translates and speaks 84,000 phrases using native-speaker voice narration
• iHELP for instant access to emergency and frequently used phrases which can be spoken immediately
• Indispensable travel resources that include Fodor’s Travel Guide, CIA World Factbook and Travel AudioBooks
• Amazing Language Teacher system to help you learn foreign language in the time it takes to fly to your destination.
• Reliable and accurate 2-way Full-text Machine Translation between English and French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish!
• Exhaustive Translating Dictionary that pronounces Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish words using state-of-the-art Speech Synthesis
• Hands free, voice navigation and hi-res touch screen for easy access to information
• Responsive virtual keyboard for each of the included languages
• Extended functionality and responsiveness powered by Windows CE
• Outstanding Mp3 player for your media files to keep you entertained on the road
• Enjoyable language learning games so you can learn while you play – anywhere!
• Plus much, much more!

Innovation Award 2008 from the Consumer Electronics Association

Loaded with a full range of the most useful communication tools. By simply speaking into the iTRAVL, you can have your phrases instantly translated and spoken aloud using a sophisticated combination of speech recognition modules, real human voice narration and speech synthesis. Helping you to enjoy sightseeing more, meet new friends and deal with emergencies, it is loaded with a full range of the most advanced language management tools ever combined and includes iHELP which lets you immediately access a list of emergency or most frequently used phrases instantly. Thanks to its remarkable Speech Recognition modules all you have to do is pronounce a voice tag and iTRAVL will speak the phrase immediately. A real life saver!

Lost? Never Again. Detailed maps with destination advice and addresses will help you find your way around in no time. Need a more hands on approach? Now asking for directions has never been easier. The combination of a fully translating Dictionary, PhraseBook and Travel Guide offers a compact and easy to use resource that fits in the palm of your hand. The inclusion of the world-renowned Travel Guide lets you benefit from expert advice on hotels, restaurants, local attractions and transportation. Equipped with the CIA World Factbook, detailed information on every nation in the world is now just a click away.

No more books or papers! Now you can leave it all at home, greatly reducing the time and energy necessary to access the information you depend on most while traveling. Before and after your trip you can also use the built-in speech enabled Language Teacher and language-learning games to improve your speech and accent. You can even use iTRAVL to communicate with your non-English speaking housekeeper or construction workers, to impress your visiting business partners with your knowledge of their language or to show your friends and family how much you know. Speaking another language has never been easier or more fun!

The Best of the Best! Easy to navigate and user-friendly iTRAVL offers a hi-resolution touch-screen interface that puts Windows CE powered convenience at your fingertips. A responsive virtual keyboard for each of the included languages makes entering text quick and easy. A robust MP3 player lets you enjoy all your favorite media files and AudioBooks. Whether you’re on the go, or ready to study, this global travel companion is always at your side. With the inclusion of a convenient metric converter and a talking calculator, you can now verify exchange rates and have them pronounced instantly. In addition, a world clock is now accessible so you can check the time in any time zone just by clicking the location on a virtual map. The newest and best there is to offer, ITRAVL is like no other communication device in the world.

Once you take a trip with iTRAVL, you’ll never leave home without it!

Specifications:

• 4,712,700 entry multilingual translating dictionary with voice synthesis
• Audio Travel PhraseBook with speech recognition that translates and speaks 84,000 travel-related words and phrases
• Audio Travel PhraseBook includes the following topics: Basics, Traveling, Hotel, Local Transport, Sightseeing, Bank, Communication means, In the restaurant, Food/Drinks, Shopping, Repairs/Laundry, Sport/Leisure, Health/Drugstore, Beauty Care, Calling for Police for every language pair
• iHELP pronounces Emergency or frequently used phrases instantly
• Fodor’s Travel Guide with maps and essential information for 50 cities and CIA World Factbook for 180 countries around the world: Maps, Flags, Country Profiles, People, Geography, History, Economy, Essential Statistics, International Organizations and Groups and more
• Consistent Full-text Machine Translation for all languages including English and French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
• 70,000 WordNet English explanatory dictionary
• Windows CE powered for advanced functionality and responsiveness
• Hi-resolution touch-screen and hands-free speech navigation functionality
• Mp3 player, games, calculator, metric converter, and word time clock utilities.

AC adapter, rechargeable battery, strap and PC-link cable are included in the standard package.

The entire linguistic content of the iTRAVL is included on a 1GB SD card which comes with the device.

You can see the previous version ECTACO iTRAVL NTL-11N Talking 2-way Multilingual Language Communicator and Electronic Dictionary here.

The difference between the iTRAVL NTL and iTRAVL Alpine series is:

• the color
  
• the Alpine series contains the most recently updated dictionary databases
  
• the delivery package (the NTL series comes with: corresponding SD card, AC adapter, rechargeable battery and two LCD protecting films, slim case; the Alpine series comes with: corresponding SD card, AC adapter, rechargeable battery, strap, PC-link cable and slim case)

Unsurpassed Translation

With a massive 520,000 entry English <-> Dutch Translating Dictionary, an easy to use 39 language translating Picture Dictionary, and complete English explanatory dictionary, the remarkable new EDu900 contains everything you need for superior translation and accurate communication. Exclusive User Dictionaries allow you to store your own personalized lists of frequently used words and a history function remembers your most recent translations to provide instant access to the information you need to understand and be understood.

Scan and Read Translation

Using the included Ectaco/C-pen Handheld Scanner you can now translate things you never dreamed possible as easy as grabbing an entire text wherever you find it. Simply scan a word or a phrase from any surface - a book, newspaper, doctor’s prescriptions or a poster on the wall - upload it and get an instant translation. In addition, with the help of the included mini-USB to USB adapter and ECTACO software (sold separately) you can use the Ectaco/C-Pen to import image data to your desktop or laptop PC as well.

Advanced Speech Capabilities

Delivering flawless voiced output of all the words in its enormous database with True Voice human pronunciation, the EDu900 offers a unique chance to improve your pronunciation by hearing how a native speaker says a word or phrase. A pre-recorded word list provides access to the dictionary’s spoken entries. The world’s most advanced English and Dutch Speech Recognition modules let you speak into the device in your own language and get an instant, hands-free translation that can be spoken out loud in the target language.

Dependable Audio PhraseBook

A fully functional talking, translating Audio PhraseBook provides you with all the words and phrases you need to communicate in almost any situation. Divided into 15 easy to navigate topic areas, it includes 14,000 phrases so that there's nothing you won’t be able to say. Simply select a category, press the 'Say' button and the translator speaks the phrase fluently in the language of your choice.

Successful Language Study

With the patented Language Teacher system that comes pre-loaded on the EDu900 you are well on your way to complete control of a new language within minutes. One of the most effective methods ever designed for language study, it employs the advanced True Voice and Speech Recognition modules and step-by-step lessons to guide you comfortably from beginner to advanced speaker. With a full set of enjoyable games and exams, you improve your language skills naturally and intuitively. In addition, with the unique Word-of-the-day utility, a Memorize splash screen appears when starting an application to show you a useful word or phrase, a translation and a corresponding picture. It's an excellent way to improve your vocabulary and master a foreign language!

Study languages while driving

The inclusion of the unique U-Learn™ Car Tutor lets you study hands-free and eyes-free to make use of every spare moment to improve your language skills. This unique application allows learning the language while you are in a car which is a great way to beat the time crunch. The Mobile Infotainment system will help you enlarge your vocabulary quickly and effectively. All you need is to launch the application following the announced instructions and you will be able to memorize new words and phrases in no time at all.

Loaded With Extras

The EDu900 offers the most sought-after extras to make every trip you take more enjoyable. The included jetBook Reader lets you read and translate your favorite e-Books. A handy Voice Recorder lets you record conversations and audio notes and the built-in Video Player supports .avi, .mp3, .wma, .wav, .ogg, .jpg and .png audio, video, and image formats so you can access your favorite media files anytime, anywhere. EDu900 also includes an FM radio to help keep you up to date on the latest news while a Calendar, a World Time clock, Metric Conversion, and a Calculator keep you organized to save you time and money.

Complete Support

Easy to navigate and astonishingly responsive, the customizable and intuitive Windows CE powered interface offers instant access to the information you need quickly, easily and dependably. A Smart Virtual Keyboard with Audio interface and layout for both languages complete the built-in support that makes the EDu900 different from all the rest.

Features:

• Large 3.5” color LCD screen
• 520,000 entry English <-> Dutch bilingual translating Dictionary
• 70,000 English explanations with the WordNet Princeton English Dictionary
• Unique User’s Dictionary lets you create personalized word lists
• Advanced English and Dutch Speech Recognition
• True Voice human pronunciation of all English words and phrases
• Pre-recorded words list provides access to spoken dictionary entries
• Talking 39 language Picture Dictionary with pronunciation for all words
• 14,000 entry Audio PhraseBook for commonly encountered situations
• Patented Language Teacher system
• Unbeatable Word-of-the-day vocabulary builder
• Spell-Check, History and Slang Lock options
• Smart Virtual Keyboard with Audio interface
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker and English Morphofinder™ to help find the words you need
• Customizable interface with support for the C-Pen/Ectaco handheld scanner
• English Grammar, Irregular Verbs, Idioms, and SAT 200/5000 vocabulary builders
• Linguistic Crossword, Pockets, Spell-It-Right, FlashCards, Hangman games and a Translation Test
• Customizable translating jetBook Reader with FB2, TXT and XML file support
• Video Player with .avi, .mp3, .wma, .wav, .ogg, .jpg, and .png. support; Voice Recorder; FM Radio

Headphones with mic, Usb cable, Bonus CD, Adapter, Rechargeable battery and Pouch are included in the standard package.

Featuring an absolutely unique combination of language pairs and voice output capabilities, it is the only handheld dictionary to contain synthesized TTS (text-to-speech) functionality in English, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish within the same device. A giant leap forward for modern electronic translation, the ECTACO Partner XL-1500 Multilingual Talking Dictionary is absolutely one-of-a-kind. Never before has it been so easy to communicate in so many languages. Thanks to its advanced synthesized voice output capabilities, the Partner XL-1500 makes traveling almost anywhere in the world enjoyable and all your communication effective. Its ability to speak translations aloud using the latest TTS modules lets it act as your own personal language assistant and interpreter. With an astonishing vocabulary database of over 3,367,000 words, you will always find something to say. And the inclusion of a 14-topic phrasebook containing travel-related words and phrases means that it can also speak 31,000 phrases in 15 languages to help get your message across in almost any situation. All the features are accessed via an intelligent, user-friendly interface and are located quickly using the fastest and smartest search functions yet deployed. Exceptionally powerful, effective, and affordable, the Partner XL-1500 is the first choice for outstanding international communication.

Highlights:

• English<->Arabic, English<->Chinese, English<->Dutch, English<->French, English<->German, English<->Greek, English<->Hebrew, English<->Italian, English<->Japanese (Kana and Kanji), English<->Korean, English<->Polish, English<->Portuguese, English<->Russian, English<->Spanish dictionaries with a total of over 3,367,000 words, including general words and idioms, medical, technical, legal, business terms, as well as slang and useful expressions.
  Bonus Feature: the XL-1500 translates to/from all included languages via English.
• 14-topic English<->Arabic, English<->Chinese, English<->Dutch, English<->French, English<->German, English<->Greek, English<->Hebrew, English<->Italian, English<->Japanese, English<->Korean, English<->Polish, English<->Portuguese, English<->Russian, English<->Spanish audio PhraseBookTM with a total of 31,000 phrases in 15 languages for daily communication designed exclusively for frequent travelers
• Unlimited TTS voice function in English, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish in the dictionary
• Reverse translation
• Multiple input methods for typing in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Russian entries
• Look-up function
• Award-winning Vector UltimaTM spell-checking system
• Phonetic transcription for English and Romanization for Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese, and Korean
• Metric and currency converters
• World time clock
• Slang lock
• External power jack for AC operation
• Headphone jack

Plus! Super Value Bonus CD!Get access to millions of words. This amazing bonus CD includes numerous LingvoSoft dictionaries for Windows, Palm OS, and Pocket PC.

This product employs the Pinyin system for input of text.

Pinyin input is a transliteration system that allows you to read and write Chinese using the Latin alphabet. It requires users to enter a series of standard symbol combinations which are then able to be read as an accurate, standardized approximation of the Chinese language. The Pinyin system of input is the most popular and easy to use methods of communicating in Chinese without using hieroglyphs.

Unsurpassed Translation

With a massive 520,000 entry English <-> Dutch Translating Dictionary, an easy to use 39 language translating Picture Dictionary, and complete English explanatory dictionary, the remarkable new EDu900 contains everything you need for superior translation and accurate communication. Exclusive User Dictionaries allow you to store your own personalized lists of frequently used words and a history function remembers your most recent translations to provide instant access to the information you need to understand and be understood.

Advanced Speech Capabilities

Delivering flawless voiced output of all the words in its enormous database with True Voice human pronunciation, the EDu900 offers a unique chance to improve your pronunciation by hearing how a native speaker says a word or phrase. A pre-recorded word list provides access to the dictionary’s spoken entries. The world’s most advanced English and Dutch Speech Recognition modules let you speak into the device in your own language and get an instant, hands-free translation that can be spoken out loud in the target language.

Dependable Audio PhraseBook

A fully functional talking, translating Audio PhraseBook provides you with all the words and phrases you need to communicate in almost any situation. Divided into 15 easy to navigate topic areas, it includes 14,000 phrases so that there's nothing you won’t be able to say. Simply select a category, press the 'Say' button and the translator speaks the phrase fluently in the language of your choice.

Successful Language Study

With the patented Language Teacher system that comes pre-loaded on the EDu900 you are well on your way to complete control of a new language within minutes. One of the most effective methods ever designed for language study, it employs the advanced True Voice and Speech Recognition modules and step-by-step lessons to guide you comfortably from beginner to advanced speaker. With a full set of enjoyable games and exams, you improve your language skills naturally and intuitively. In addition, with the unique Word-of-the-day utility, a Memorize splash screen appears when starting an application to show you a useful word or phrase, a translation and a corresponding picture. It's an excellent way to improve your vocabulary and master a foreign language!

Study languages while driving

The inclusion of the unique U-Learn™ Car Tutor lets you study hands-free and eyes-free to make use of every spare moment to improve your language skills. This unique application allows learning the language while you are in a car which is a great way to beat the time crunch. The Mobile Infotainment system will help you enlarge your vocabulary quickly and effectively. All you need is to launch the application following the announced instructions and you will be able to memorize new words and phrases in no time at all.

Loaded With Extras

The EDu900 offers the most sought-after extras to make every trip you take more enjoyable. The included jetBook Reader lets you read and translate your favorite e-Books. A handy Voice Recorder lets you record conversations and audio notes and the built-in Video Player supports .avi, .mp3, .wma, .wav, .ogg, .jpg and .png audio, video, and image formats so you can access your favorite media files anytime, anywhere. EDu900 also includes an FM radio to help keep you up to date on the latest news while a Calendar, a World Time clock, Metric Conversion, and a Calculator keep you organized to save you time and money.

Complete Support

Easy to navigate and astonishingly responsive, the customizable and intuitive Windows CE powered interface offers instant access to the information you need quickly, easily and dependably. A Smart Virtual Keyboard with Audio interface and layout for both languages complete the built-in support that makes the EDu900 different from all the rest.

Features:

• Large 3.5” color LCD screen
• 520,000 entry English <-> Dutch bilingual translating Dictionary
• 70,000 English explanations with the WordNet Princeton English Dictionary
• Unique User’s Dictionary lets you create personalized word lists
• Advanced English and Dutch Speech Recognition
• True Voice human pronunciation of all English words and phrases
• Pre-recorded words list provides access to spoken dictionary entries
• Talking 39 language Picture Dictionary with pronunciation for all words
• 14,000 entry Audio PhraseBook for commonly encountered situations
• Patented Language Teacher system
• Unbeatable Word-of-the-day vocabulary builder
• Spell-Check, History and Slang Lock options
• Smart Virtual Keyboard with Audio interface
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker and English Morphofinder™ to help find the words you need
• Customizable interface with support for the C-Pen/Ectaco handheld scanner
• English Grammar, Irregular Verbs, Idioms, and SAT 200/5000 vocabulary builders
• Linguistic Crossword, Pockets, Spell-It-Right, FlashCards, Hangman games and a Translation Test
• Customizable translating jetBook Reader with FB2, TXT and XML file support
• Video Player with .avi, .mp3, .wma, .wav, .ogg, .jpg, and .png. support; Voice Recorder; FM Radio

Headphones with mic, Usb cable, Bonus CD, Adapter, Rechargeable battery and Pouch are included in the standard package.

The ECTACO Partner EDu586HT is a revolutionary, expandable bilingual Dictionary. With cool modern styling and state-of-the-art linguistic tools it is one of a kind. The massive vocabulary contains over 470,000 words and is one of the biggest around. The inclusion of the most sophisticated and accurate voice capabilities available on today’s competitive market is the defining feature of this remarkable handheld. It features highly advanced English voice synthesis powered by the latest TTS (Text-to-Speech) technology.

This intelligent linguistic device is literally packed with information and tools to help you master your foreign language skills for either academic endeavors.

Highlights:

• Expandable vocabulary: over 470,000 words already included in the general dictionary
• Advanced English speech synthesis delivers the pronunciation of any dictionary entries
• Superb English speech recognition, allowing the machine to fine-tune to an individual user’s voice – an excellent language study tool and source of rewarding infotainment.
• Instant reverse translation

Dictionaries:

• Over 470,000 words in English-Dutch general dictionary
• Advanced word recognition and MorphoFinder™
• Custom function quot;Add new wordquot; allowing to create your own vocabulary and add them to the existing ones
• Look-up function helps you easily navigate through huge vocabulary bases at your disposal .

Language-learning:

• Linguistic games: Flash Cards, Pockets, Spell It, Translation Test: these help you learn at your own pace, expand your vocabulary and improve spelling
• Over 470,000 words in English-Dutch general dictionary, featuring synthesized English as well as comprehensive examples for use in real-life situations
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker

And more…

• Currency and metric conversions
• World Time
• Daily Alarm
• Calculator
• … and more

PLEASE NOTE: A New version has been released. Have a look at the ECTACO Partner EDu800 - English <-> Dutch Talking Electronic Dictionary and Audio PhraseBook

Please note: EDu586HT is available for pre-order only

The new ECTACO Partner EDu500 is a bilingual English <-> Dutch translating dictionary and so much more. Designed to let anyone understand and communicate instantly, the EDu500 features all the latest programming advances. Containing a massive 420,000 words in its comprehensive vocabulary database plus 14,000 of the most important phrases for immediate communication, the EDu500 employs sophisticated TTS (Text-To-Speech) voice synthesis to speak any of its entries aloud so you don’t have to. Perfect for anyone just beginning to explore the world of international communication, the EDu500 is loaded with the linguistic resources and extras that make all the difference when you need a reliable, portable companion to help make sense of the world in another language.

A Complete Resource

420,000 words that can be instantly translated in either direction make the EDu500 the perfect choice for anyone who needs on-the-spot translations between English and Dutch. And an additional 14,000 first-use phrases that can also be spoken aloud make it simple to understand and be understood in almost any commonly encountered situation. SAT 200 and SAT 5000 vocabularies help those preparing for tough standardized college-entry tests by building a winning vocabulary quickly and accurately. Add in popular American idioms, a full English grammar resource with irregular verbs, and enjoyable linguistic games to improve your skills while you play and you have one of the best all-around translators ever designed.

Unlimited Voice Output

Employing the latest TTS speech synthesis to deliver complete pronunciation of all the entries in the EDu500 database means that you will always know just how a word should be said. No more trying to sound out a transcription. Just touch a button and let the EDu500 do the talking for you. And with unlimited voice output, the device will say anything at all – just enter any word using the comfortable and intuitive keypad and get instant clear and audible pronunciation at the touch of a button.

Intuitive Interface

The user-friendly English interface makes navigating through the volumes of information contained in the EDU500 fast and easy. In addition to a choice of English or Dutch display languages, the device also features an advanced Look-up function and a Word Recognition utility plus the award-winning Vector Ultima™ spell-checker to ensure accuracy. An easy to read 255x160 LCD display lets you use the device for hours on end without the fatigue that comes from using other screens.

Loaded with Extras

In addition to all the most indispensable linguistic resources, the EDu500 also comes pre-loaded with loads of extras usually found in the most sophisticated business organizers. Use World Time utility to stay on schedule no matter where you are and take charge of your finances with the built-in calculator. Currency and metric converters let you make sense of exchange rates and size differences easier than ever before.

The Partner EDu500 includes:

• English Interface
• 420,000 entry bi-directional dictionary
• Advanced English and Dutch TTS speech synthesis pronounces any word
• 14,000 entry Audio PhraseBook enabled with English and Dutch TTS pronunciation
• English Phonetic transcription
• Instant reverse translation
• Look-up function
• Advanced word recognition
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker
• Slang Lock feature to exclude slang from translations
• English Irregular verbs
• American English Idioms
• Electronic English grammar book
• SAT 200 and SAT 5000 vocabulary builders
• Linguistic games including the ever-popular and effective Hangman
• USA interview utility to help prepare for citizenship exams
• World Time clock
• Calculator
• Currency and Metric converters
• Easy to read 255*160 dot LCD screen
• Instant mini-USB PC connection
• SD card support
• And more…