Italian Talking Electronic Dictionaries

The ECTACO Partner EI400T, offering English speech synthesis, is fully-integrated bidirectional language tool. This is one of our most versatile and flexible high-performance communication devices. Incorporating the latest text-to-speech technology, it will quickly become one of your most important and reliable tools for use in fulfilling a wide range of communication requirements. Its more than 440,000 entries make it an effective study aid as well as one of the most adaptable multipurpose language resources available.

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

Highlights:

• Large, 5 line high-resolution graphic screen makes for natural, smooth font appearance that is easy on your eyes.
• Expandable vocabulary: over 440,000 words already included in the general dictionary
• Advanced English speech synthesis.
• Instant reverse translation
• Over 440,000 words in English-Italian general dictionary
• Advanced word recognition and MorphoFinder™
• Custom function ‘Add new word’ allowing to create your own vocabulary and add them to the existing ones
• Slang lock: function allowing you to include or lock out slang from your dictionaries
• Look-up function helps you easily navigate through huge vocabulary bases at your disposal
• Phonetic transcription, essential tool for those learning to speak and write properly
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter words as you hear them and choose a spelling from the list of suggestions.

And more…

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

Please Note: EI400T is available for pre-order only

Our newest release, the Audio PhraseBook-7 B-3 Multilingual, is an inexhaustible talking travel companion. It instantly translates 49,000 English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian travel-oriented phrases divided by activity and speaks the translation aloud. Featuring natural pronunciation as recorded by native speakers it is easily understood by your listeners. And its powerful search functions allow you to quickly find what you need – exactly when you need it. So you will be communicating with ease in a matter of seconds!

This dynamic handheld substitutes for an interpreter in most standard situations, such as when registering at a hotel, shopping, visiting a bank and more. It is extremely flexible. And it easily switches between subjects to fit almost any circumstance. To make it even more useful, there is an entertaining FlashCards word game included. This lets you practice from a personal list of words and phrases to improve your vocabulary. It’s the fun way to increase your confidence no matter where you are.

The B-3 comes complete with a stylish, self-amplified loudspeaker that you wear around your neck. It helps make sure you get your message across loud and clear. A bonus CD of more than 20 software dictionaries and the ECTACO Desktop Manager is included to enhance your device. Furthermore, this remarkable translator is extremely customizable. It even allows you to add additional languages if needed.

We have also included many practical organizer features to help you keep track of things. With an address book, diary, and digital voice memo, it is your own personal assistant. We have even included an MP3 music player to provide entertainment during your travels. Simply load it directly from your desktop PC before leaving home!

Features and Accessories

• Display: 16-level grayscale display and high-resolution touch screen with enhanced polarizers;
• Hardware features: USB port - Multimedia Card (MMC) slot - Headphone jack - Speaker - Microphone - Backlight;
• Core applications: Music MP3 Player - Date Book with audio reminders- Address Book - Voice Memo - Memo Book - To Do Book - Calculator;
• Two input methods: keyboard and handwriting recognition;
• Natural pronunciation of all phrases recorded by native speakers;
• Accessories: LS-101 self-amplified loudspeaker (batteries, connection cable and neck strap included) - Stylus - Removable cover - USB Cable (USB and Serial Cradle sold separately);
• Password protection;
• User’s manual in English

  Connectivity Option

  You can connect this device to your PC; for this purpose your system should meet the following minimum requirements: IBM-compatible 486 PC or higher - 256 color VGA monitor - Mouse or other pointing device - Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, Windows 2000 and Windows XP- 50 MB free disk space - 32 MB RAM (recommended) - available serial or standard USB port - Internet connectivity - Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 (or later) OR Netscape Navigator 4.02 (or later);

This product is one of the most popular translators from our famous iTRAVL series. Complete with the most sophisticated voice capabilities available anywhere, this device features a unique combination of state-of-the-art speech recognition allowing your machine to understand an individual user"s voice, professionally recorded real human voice output, and advanced TTS voice synthesis. Featuring over 14,000 phrases it can voice in Italian and English, this unmatched phrasebook is a must-have for international travelers, helping them to navigate foreign language terrain and communicate efficiently. It gives one a comprehensive two-way dictionary and easy-to-use sentence builder pronunciation for every word from shopping and eating to camping and football: everything the traveler needs; it includes useful everyday conversation topics giving one an immediate insight into foreign language culture. Complete with fun and efficient FlashCards for optimized language learning: you can pick any of four entertaining games, go at your pace, and build up your vocabulary.

Enclosed into a water-resistant and dustproof case this rugged, durable, and compact handheld translator with a fine quality loudspeaker is a swift little machine made for effective communication.

Phrasebook

• The ultimate source of ready-made phrases, expressions, and lists of single words, the phrasebook includes the following topics: Basics, Traveling, Hotel, Local Transport, Sightseeing, Bank, Communications means, In the restaurant, Shopping, Repairs/Laundry, Sport/Leisure, Health/Drugstore, Beauty Care.
• "You may hear it" is the function, allowing you to see what you may hear in reply to the voiced phrase. For instance, having picked the topic "In a restaurant" you chose the phrase "I would like some white wine please". When you choose "You may hear it" option, the system will display the potential answers you may hear from the waiter in response to your request.
• "Useful words" function displays the key words in a given topic, which are the most important for the traveler to memorize.
• Advanced human-recorded speech output in Italian and English
• Superb English and Italian speech recognition technologies allow the device to transform your speech into digital information. Once your speech has been transformed, it can then be translated and/or spoken aloud.
• Single words or whole phrases search function
• Flashcards for effective language learning: this classical setup uses the card system to help you effectively memorize foreign words and quickly expand your vocabulary

Expanded vocabulary

• Advanced speech synthesis in Italain and English
• Instant reverse translation for added convenience
• Look-up function lets you navigate easily through volumes of information
• Advanced word recognition and MorphoFinder™
• "Add New Word" function
• The virtual keyboard provides access to the dictionary
• Slang Lock feature
• Easy expandable by adding MMC/SD cards with more languages and ultimate linguistic content from ECTACO, Inc.

Additional Features

• MP3 player
• MultiMedia Card slot (Card included) for simplified content replacement and updates, you can add up to 20 languages on MMC and over the Internet
• World Time
• Daily Alarm
• Calculator
• Currency and Metric conversion
• Touch screen (320x240 pixels)
• Screen backlight
• Auto Off function will shut off translator when it’s idle
• AC adapter, MMC Card English-Italian iTRAVL - 128MMC TL-EI and rechargeable battery are included in the package. Rechargeable battery charges by adapter.

Please Note: A New version has recently been released. Have a look at the ECTACO iTRAVL NTL-2I English <-> Italian Talking 2-way Language Communicator and Electronic Dictionary

The ECTACO Partner C-4I is a fully expandable, professional-level Talking Dictionary. With two high-quality screens that open like a real book, it offers an enhanced translating and reading experience while taking up a fraction of the space. An absolutely exhaustive dictionary contains more than 480,000 words.

Equipped to speak any entry from dictionary or any word you type into it, the C-4I employs the latest TTS speech capabilities. It also comes pre-loaded with 14,000 indispensable phrases that can also be spoken out loud using crystal clear digital recordings of authentic native speakers. Packed with all the information and utilities necessary for complete understanding, the C-4I makes communicating in another language effortless and accurate. The new Partner is fully customizable and expandable and ready to keep pace with the demands of busy international professionals whether at home or abroad.

As an additional benefit the C-4I package incorporates a bonus CD containing over 150 linguistic applications including translating Dictionaries, FlashCards and PhraseBooks for 39 languages that can easily be used to improve your command of the world's most popular languages.

Exclusive features:

• High-resolution display
• Expandable vocabulary: over 480,000 words pre-loaded in the general and specialized dictionaries with the option to add more than 50 language combinations available as ECTACO MMC/SD Cards!
• Traveler's friend Audio PhraseBook delivers real human voice output in English and Italian for over 14,000 pre-recorded phrases. It also provides the different responses you might receive in the "You May Hear" section
• Advanced English and Italian TTS speech synthesis delivers the pronunciation of any text, not only dictionary entries
• English Standard and Phonetic keyboard layouts
• Unlimited pronunciation of text in both languages. Type any text you want and it will speak the word out loud using its built-in Text-To-Speech processor.

Dictionaries:

• Over 480,000 words in the English-Italian dictionary that featuring synthesized TTS voice output for both languages as well as comprehensive examples of use in real-life situations
• WordNet Princeton edition English - English dictionary of modern English with over 70,000 head words and detailed explanations
• Advanced word recognition and MorphoFinder™
• Slang lock: function allowing you to include or lock out slang from your dictionaries
• Look-up function helps you easily navigate through huge vocabulary bases at your disposal
• ECTACO MMC/SD cards allow you to add a variety of languages and endless linguistic content from ECTACO, Inc.

Language-learning:

• SAT 200 and SAT 5000 vocabularies, helping you to prepare for these tough, English-language standard proficiency tests
• A handy English grammar guide
• American Citizenship test preparation
• Linguistic games that help you learn at your own pace, expand your vocabulary and improve spelling
• WordNet Princeton edition English - English dictionary of modern English containing over 70,000 head words and detailed explanations
• Over 480,000 words in the English and Italian dictionary featuring synthesized TTS voice output for both languages as well as comprehensive examples of use in real-life situations
• Phonetic transcription provides essential assistance for those learning to speak and write correctly
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker

Traveling:

• English <-> Italian Audio PhraseBook with natural human-recorded speech of 14,000 phrases to assist you in a variety of standard everyday situations and activities
• FlashCards: the classic game that helps you to improve your vocabulary while you play!

Extras:

• English interface
• Bonus CD containing over 150 exclusive LingvoSoft applications including Talking Dictionaries, FlashCards and PhraseBooks for 39 languages
• Currency and metric conversions
• World Time
• Calculator
• And More…

This device is powered by AC/DC adapter and rechargeable battery (all included in the standard package)

The new ECTACO Partner EI500 is a bilingual English <-> Italian translating dictionary and so much more. Designed to let anyone understand and communicate instantly, the EI500 features all the latest programming advances. Containing a massive 490,000 words in its comprehensive vocabulary database plus 14,000 of the most important phrases for immediate communication, the EI500 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 EI500 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

490,000 words that can be instantly translated in either direction make the EI500 the perfect choice for anyone who needs on-the-spot translations between English and Italian. 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 EI500 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 EI500 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 interface makes navigating through the volumes of information contained in the EI500 fast and easy. 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 EI500 also comes pre-loaded with loads of extras usually found in the most sophisticated business organizers. Use the 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 EI500 includes:

• English Interface
• 490,000 entry bi-directional dictionary
• Advanced English and Italian TTS speech synthesis pronounces any word
• 14,000 entry Audio PhraseBook enabled with English and Italian 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…

Our newest release, the Audio PhraseBook-5 B-3 Multilingual, is an inexhaustible talking travel companion. It instantly translates 35,000 English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish travel-oriented phrases divided by activity and speaks the translation aloud. Featuring natural pronunciation as recorded by native speakers it is easily understood by your listeners. And its powerful search functions allow you to quickly find what you need – exactly when you need it. So you will be communicating with ease in a matter of seconds!

This dynamic handheld substitutes for an interpreter in most standard situations, such as when registering at a hotel, shopping, visiting a bank and more. It is extremely flexible. And it easily switches between subjects to fit almost any circumstance. To make it even more useful, there is an entertaining FlashCards word game included. This lets you practice from a personal list of words and phrases to improve your vocabulary. It’s the fun way to increase your confidence no matter where you are.

The B-3 comes complete with a stylish, self-amplified loudspeaker that you wear around your neck. It helps make sure you get your message across loud and clear. A bonus CD of more than 20 software dictionaries and the ECTACO Desktop Manager is included to enhance your device. Furthermore, this remarkable translator is extremely customizable. It even allows you to add additional languages if needed.

We have also included many practical organizer features to help you keep track of things. With an address book, diary, and digital voice memo, it is your own personal assistant. We have even included an MP3 music player to provide entertainment during your travels. Simply load it directly from your desktop PC before leaving home!

Features and Accessories

• Display: 16-level grayscale display and high-resolution touch screen with enhanced polarizers;
• Hardware features: USB port - Multimedia Card (MMC) slot - Headphone jack - Speaker - Microphone - Backlight;
• Core applications: Music MP3 Player - Date Book with audio reminders- Address Book - Voice Memo - Memo Book - To Do Book - Calculator;
• Two input methods: keyboard and handwriting recognition;
• Natural pronunciation of all phrases recorded by native speakers;
• Accessories: LS-101 self-amplified loudspeaker (batteries, connection cable and neck strap included) - Stylus - Removable cover - USB Cable (USB and Serial Cradle sold separately);
• Password protection;
• User’s manual in English

Connectivity Option

• You can connect this device to your PC; for this purpose your system should meet the following minimum requirements: IBM-compatible 486 PC or higher - 256 color VGA monitor - Mouse or other pointing device - Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, Windows 2000 and Windows XP- 50 MB free disk space - 32 MB RAM (recommended) - available serial or standard USB port - Internet connectivity - Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 (or later) OR Netscape Navigator 4.02 (or later);

PLEASE NOTE: A New version has been released. Have a look at the ECTACO Audio PhraseBook B-3 TL-2m5