Russian Talking Electronic Dictionaries

Our new professional German <-> Russian <-> German bidirectional talking dictionary is the choice model for those who use language resources in depth. Specialized Medical, legal, business, and computer dictionaries make this device the most advanced yet in this series. Encompassing a variety of professional fields and supporting German and Russian speech synthesis, it makes your professional communication effective and worry-free.

This model, represents the latest generation of the high-performance integrated linguistic tools and is the newest addition to our professional talking dictionary series. A wonderful multipurpose linguistic resource, it is designed for a wide audience of professionals, language students and businesspeople.

Effective learning curve

• Standard QWERTY keyboard, Russian standard and phonetic keyboard layouts
• New fully customizable bilingual interface
• Specialized Medical, legal, business, and computer dictionaries
• The latest technology delivering Russian and German speech synthesis
• Common phrases for business correspondence
• Instant back translation function
• German grammar reference and list of irregular verbs
• Customized word list compilation
• Popular German idioms, colloquial expressions, and useful phrases
• Award-winning Vector Ultima™ bilingual spell-checking system
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary
• User’s manual in German and Russian

Added functionality

• bilingual personal organizer for scheduling and telephone numbers, equipped with search function comply with highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters, local and world time
• AC adapter and PC-exchange options; purchased separately

For complete information on this model, please refer to the instruction manual available in PDF format.

In addition to the actual electronic dictionary, the package also includes a bonus CD with additional software titles and a PC-link application that allows for high-speed data transfer between your PC and the DR400 Professional.

The ECTACO iTRAVL Deluxe is the world's most sophisticated and elegant multilingual travel, translation, and language learning handheld ever made. A unique combination of the most advanced solutions for international communication ever invented, iTRAVL is designed to help you succeed anywhere you go. Whether you are at the airport, dealing with foreign partners, or visiting a doctor or restaurant, iTRAVL lets you get more from every trip you take by providing the tools you need for perfect understanding and effective communication.

Complete. iTRAVL Deluxe, which is based on its Military predecessor - SpeechGuard - contains the largest amount of linguistic resources ever assembled in a single device and features everything you could possibly need when traveling abroad. The strikingly beautiful design that features a crystal-clear, hi-resolution color touch screen, a user-friendly and customizable interface and unsurpassed voice navigation makes finding the information you need on the go easy and fast.

Understanding. Helping to understand the world around you, a unique combination of Mobile Infotainment Software for those who travel by car or train to work every day, Language Teacher Speech Recognition and Speech Analysis software with Machine Translation modules which translate entire texts at the click of the button* you have everything needed to get a head start on learning or translating language. A Speech Recognition-based Audio PhraseBook with native-speaker voice output means that your iTRAVL Deluxe understands exactly what you say and pronounces a translation back in the language of your choice. Not only can you translate single words with our largest built-in dictionary, and utilize the useful phrases, but with the included Ectaco/C-Pen handheld scanner and convenient iTRAVL desktop Cradle you can also grab entire texts from wherever you find them - in a newspaper, on a theatre program, a doctor's prescription or even from a poster on the wall - scan it, upload it to the iTRAVL instantly, and get a translation right away! 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 any desktop or laptop PC for further recognition.

Indispensable. The travel resources contained within the iTRAVL provide everything you need to make every trip you take more enjoyable. The inclusion of the unique iHELP utility even offers instant assistance in both emergency and frequently encountered situations when you speak short, simple voice commands. In addition, the pre-installed CIA World Factbook means that you will also have complete information on 180 countries at your fingertips from one of the world's most respected sources.

Unique. Unlike cheap imitations, iTRAVL Deluxe will never end up at the bottom of your desk drawer gathering dust. Both before and after your trip, the included Language Teacher and Mobile Infotainment System, with its unique combination of speech recognition, voice output, speech analysis and evaluation procedures, helps you learn a new language in less than the time it takes to fly to your destination. Once you return home you can continue to improve your language skills or use it to communicate with non-English speaking housekeepers or construction workers. It's also great for speaking with visiting business partners and foreign family members. Language learning games include FlashCards, Language Pockets, Translation Test and Spell-It-Right. A new addition - the Linguistic Crossword Puzzle - help anyone build their language and memory skills quickly and enjoyably.

Extras. Designed to keep you informed and entertained on any trip you take, iTRAVL Deluxe is your irreplaceable travel and language assistant. With pre-loaded Travel Audio Books that give you special insight into some of the world's most famous and popular sights and cultural notes to help you understand local customs, you'll be able to fit in wherever you go. In addition to everything you need to get your message across in any situation, iTRAVL Deluxe includes a number of general use applications that make organizing your life - whether at home or abroad - more effective. Including a daily Calendar, a robust Audio Player, a Voice Recorder, a Talking Calculator, plus Tasks and Notepad utilities, you will now be more organized than ever before with all the information you need when traveling and working in the palm of your hand.

iTRAVL Deluxe offers all of the following advanced features:

Design and Connectivity

• Customizable interface
• Unsurpassed hi-tech design
• Crystal-clear hi-resolution color touch screen
• Ectaco/C-Pen handheld scanner that scans from any surface
• iTRAVL Cradle for desktop connectivity, battery charging and connection to Ectaco/C-Pen
• Instant PC connectivity

Linguistic Resources

• Built-in English explanatory dictionaries
• Unlimited speech functionality
• Built-in Speech Recognition function
• Hands Free/Eye Free Mobile Infotainment System for learning languages in the car, on a train, while you workout or when walking the dog.
• Speech Recognition Audio PhraseBook that understands what you say and speaks its translations aloud
• Language Teacher system to let you begin speaking another language immediately
• The industry's largest translating Talking Dictionary
• Princeton WordNet Dictionary with definitions for more than 70,000 English words
• Bilingual interface
• Full Text Translation that delivers translations of entire paragraphs
• Language-learning games including FlashCards, Language Pockets, Translation Test and Spell-It-Right.
• Linguistic Crossword Puzzle for memorizing meaning, pronunciation and the correct spelling of words

Travel Modules

• CIA World Factbook supplies complete statistics on 180 countries
• iHELP gives you immediate access to frequently used and emergency phrases
• Size and Metric conversion utilities and a Talking Calculator let you keep track of just how much you are spending
• Cultural notes let you make a good first impression

Extras

• Travel Audio Books to keep you entertained and informed
• The included Audio Player lets you enjoy your favorite media files wherever you go
• A Voice Recorder helps you to keep notes and record information on the move
• Calendar, Tasks, and Notepad utilities let you keep track of appointments and the things you need to do

The ECTACO iTRAVL Deluxe package comes complete with the ECTACO iTRAVL handheld, AC adapter, the ECTACO/C-Pen Scanner, an SD card which contains the dedicated linguistic content of the device plus everything you need to get started including a rechargeable battery, a cradle for PC connection and charging, headphones, case, bonus CD, and the Ectaco/C-Pen connection.

In addition there are a number of accessories that are available to help you get the most out of the advanced features of your iTRAVL Deluxe including a Car Infotainment Pack, a Travel Accessories Pack and numerous individual items such as headphones, carry straps, microphones, silicone pouches and additional SD Cards featuring the various different ECTACO iTRAVL Linguistic and Travel modules for different language combinations.

Deluxe version comes with hands free/eye free Car Infotainment System to learn languages during driving.

One of the modules in the iTRAVL Deluxe is called "Car Infotainment System". User sets the device at dashboard, connects over-the-head microphone to the iTRAVL and follows the learning curve generated by device. The speech analyzing software processes user's speech and grades it as Good, Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.

Then iTRAVL speaks out the sets of words or phrases and user is offered to pick the right one, and so on.

Current course consists of 7 topics: Time, Hotel, Restaurant, Foodstuffs, Transport, Shopping and General Phrases with various subtopics.

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

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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 that understands exactly what you say and provides instant translation of words and phrases
• 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 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 with voice output
• Exhaustive Translating Dictionary that pronounces English and Russian 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!

Don't let an emergency ruin your vacation!

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 Fodor's 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:

• 919,100 entry English <-> Russian translating dictionary with voice synthesis
• Audio Travel PhraseBook with speech recognition that translates and speaks 14,000 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
• 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
• 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 and two LCD protecting films 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.

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NTL-2RX is specially developed for Russian-speaking which study English

The ECTACO iTRAVL Deluxe is the world's most sophisticated and elegant multilingual travel, translation, and language learning handheld ever made. A unique combination of the most advanced solutions for international communication ever invented, iTRAVL is designed to help you succeed anywhere you go. Whether you are at the airport, dealing with foreign partners, or visiting a doctor or restaurant, iTRAVL lets you get more from every trip you take by providing the tools you need for perfect understanding and effective communication.

Complete. iTRAVL Deluxe, which is based on its Military predecessor - SpeechGuard - contains the largest amount of linguistic resources ever assembled in a single device and features everything you could possibly need when traveling abroad. The strikingly beautiful design that features a crystal-clear, hi-resolution color touch screen, our most user-friendly and customizable interface yet, and unsurpassed voice navigation makes finding the information you need on the go easy and fast.

Understanding. Helping to understand the world around you, a unique combination of Mobile Infotainment Software for those who travel by car or train to work every day, Language Teacher Speech Recognition and Speech Analysis software with Machine Translation modules which translate entire texts at the click of the button* you have everything needed to get a head start on learning or translating any language. A Speech Recognition-based Audio PhraseBook with native-speaker voice output means that your iTRAVL Deluxe understands exactly what you say and pronounces a translation back in the language of your choice. Not only can you translate single words with our largest built-in dictionary, and utilize the useful phrases, but with the included Ectaco/C-Pen handheld scanner and convenient iTRAVL desktop Cradle you can also grab entire texts from wherever you find them - in a newspaper, on a theatre program, a doctor's prescription or even from a poster on the wall - scan it, upload it to the iTRAVL instantly, and get a translation into your chosen language right away!

Indispensable. The travel resources contained within the iTRAVL provide everything you need to make every trip you take more enjoyable. The inclusion of the unique iHELP utility even offers instant assistance in both emergency and frequently encountered situations when you speak short, simple voice commands. In addition, the inclusion of the world-renowned Fodor's Travel Guide provides you with maps for your destination as well as detailed information on local transportation, the best restaurants and hotels, and suggestions for the top local attractions in 50 of the world's most popular cities. In addition, the pre-installed CIA World Factbook means that you will also have complete information on 180 countries at your fingertips from one of the world's most respected sources.

Unique. Unlike cheap imitations, iTRAVL Deluxe will never end up at the bottom of your desk drawer gathering dust. Both before and after your trip, the included Language Teacher and Mobile Infotainment System, with its unique combination of speech recognition, voice output, speech analysis and evaluation procedures, helps you learn a new language in less than the time it takes to fly to your destination. Once you return home you can continue to improve your language skills or use it to communicate with non-English speaking housekeepers or construction workers. It's also great for speaking with visiting business partners and foreign family members. Language learning games include FlashCards, Language Pockets, Translation Test and Spell-It-Right. A new addition - the Linguistic Crossword Puzzle - help anyone build their language and memory skills quickly and enjoyably. Another new feature - Smart Audio Keyboard - is a great tool for those just beginning to learn a new language. It displays large images of the letters (including Chinese!) and pronounces them out loud when you touch them. You can type anything you want on this Smart Keyboard even with your eyes closed! And because the iTRAVL Deluxe is fully-customizable and updateable, you can easily add new content based on your travel plans using supplementary SD cards for more than 80 different language combinations.

Extras. Designed to keep you informed and entertained on any trip you take, iTRAVL Deluxe is your irreplaceable travel and language assistant. With pre-loaded Travel Audio Books that give you special insight into some of the world's most famous and popular sights and cultural notes to help you understand local customs, you'll be able to fit in wherever you go. In addition to everything you need to get your message across in any situation, iTRAVL Deluxe includes a number of general use applications that make organizing your life - whether at home or abroad - more effective. Including a daily Calendar, a robust Audio Player, a Voice Recorder, a Multilingual Talking Calculator, plus Tasks and Notepad utilities, you will now be more organized than ever before with all the information you need when traveling and working in the palm of your hand.

iTRAVL Deluxe offers all of the following advanced features:

Design and Connectivity

• Unsurpassed hi-tech design
• Crystal-clear hi-resolution color touch screen
• Ectaco/C-Pen handheld scanner that scans from any surface
• iTRAVL Cradle for desktop connectivity, battery charging and connection to Ectaco/C-Pen
• Smart Audio Keyboard for easy and accurate data entry
• Instant PC connectivity

Linguistic Resources

• Unlimited speech functionality
• Built-in Multilingual Speech Recognition function
• Hands Free/Eye Free Mobile Infotainment System for learning languages in the car, on a train, while you workout or when walking the dog.
• Speech Recognition Audio PhraseBook that understands what you say and speaks its translations aloud
• Language Teacher system to let you begin speaking another language immediately
• The industry's largest translating Talking Dictionary
• Princeton WordNet Dictionary with definitions for more than 70,000 English words
• Full Text Translation that delivers translations of entire paragraphs
• Language-learning games including FlashCards, Language Pockets, Translation Test and Spell-It-Right.
• Linguistic Crossword Puzzle for memorizing meaning, pronunciation and the correct spelling of words

Travel Modules

• Fodor's Travel Guide offers up-to-date information on 50 of the most popular destinations
• CIA World Factbook supplies complete statistics on 180 countries
• iHELP gives you immediate access to frequently used and emergency phrases
• Size and Metric conversion utilities and a Talking Calculator let you keep track of just how much you are spending
• Cultural notes let you make a good first impression

Extras

• Travel Audio Books to keep you entertained and informed
• The included Audio Player lets you enjoy your favorite media files wherever you go
• A Voice Recorder helps you to keep notes and record information on the move
• Calendar, Tasks, and Notepad utilities let you keep track of appointments and the things you need to do

The ECTACO iTRAVL Deluxe package comes complete with the ECTACO iTRAVL handheld, the ECTACO/C-Pen Scanner, an SD card which contains the dedicated linguistic content of the device plus everything you need to get started including a rechargeable battery, a cradle for PC connection and charging, and the Ectaco/C-Pen connection.

In addition there are a number of accessories that are available to help you get the most out of the advanced features of your iTRAVL Deluxe including a Car Infotainment Pack, a Travel Accessories Pack and numerous individual items such as headphones, carry straps, microphones, silicone pouches and additional SD Cards featuring the various different ECTACO iTRAVL Linguistic and Travel modules for different language combinations.

Make your journey as enjoyable as your destination with the new iTRAVL Deluxe!

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This model is the choice of professionals. It features speech synthesis in English, Russian and German. The dictionary has advanced sentence translation functions, grammar reference and other language-learning support features. This Partners® encompasses efficiency and outstanding linguistic capabilities. The winning combination of functionality and speed, it will help you become fluent in three languages at once. This dictionary is favored by those who look for quality and value.

Effective learning curve

The trilingual database is specially developed considering most advanced communication needs, and is packed with useful tools to assist you in language learning and communication.

• Trilingual interface
• Medical, technical, legal, business terms, as well as slang, idioms, and general expressions
• Over 1,000 professional dialogues
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter words as you hear them and pick a spelling from the suggestions list
• English and Russian speech synthesis in the dictionaries
• English, Russian and German speech functions in the phrasebook
• English and German grammar textbook
• Back translation function
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary

Added functionality

• Trilingual personal organizer for scheduling and telephone numbers, metric and currency converters, equipped with search function comply with highest industry standards
• Graphic, engineering, and financial calculators
• PC-link options available; purchased separately

For complete information on this model, please refer to the instruction manual available in PDF format.

The ECTACO Partner ER800 is a revolutionary, expandable bilingual Dictionary and Travel Audio PhraseBook. With its cool modern styling, hi-resolution color touch-display and state-of-the-art linguistic tools it is one of a kind. The massive vocabulary contains general and highly specialized professional dictionaries. The inclusion of the most sophisticated and accurate voice facilities available on today’s competitive market is the defining feature of this remarkable handheld. It features both state-of-the-art speech recognition and highly advanced English and Russian voice capabilities powered by the latest TTS (Text-to-Speech) technology. It even goes so far as to include crystal-clear native-speaker voices for both languages in the Audio Travel PhraseBook section as recorded by professionals.

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. It employs the latest language learning technologies that use foreign language Speech Recognition modules, a bilingual Machine Translation system and Text-to-Speech processing.

Highlights:

• Color display: the luxury of a hi-res color screen with adjustable color schemes, customizable elements, color-coded parts of speech, samples of use and much more
• Expandable vocabulary: over 1,030,000 words already included in the general and specialized dictionaries - the largest vocabulary base ever! Plus you can easily add more than 50 language combinations available as ECTACO MMC Cards!
• Advanced English and Russian speech synthesis delivers the pronunciation of any text, not only dictionary entries
• Coherent full-text translation into English and Russian, instant reverse translation
• Superb English and Russian speech recognition. Test your pronunciation by trying to speak out a phrase in the foreign language and see if the Partner understands you. If it does – then everyone else would understand your speech too!
• State-of-the-art Machine Translation system with unlimited pronunciation of translated text in both languages. Type any text you want and it will translate and speak the translation out loud using its built-in Text-To-Speech processor.
• Designed with the real traveler in mind, the Audio PhraseBook is at your disposal on pleasure or business trips. It delivers real human voice output in English and Russian for over 14,000 pre-recorded phrases. It also provides the different responses you might receive in the "You May Hear" section

Dictionaries:

• WordNet Princeton edition English-English dictionary of modern English - over 70,000 head words and detailed explanations
• Over 1,030,000 words in English-Russian general and specialized dictionaries: Business, Financial, Law, Medical, Oil, Telecommunication and Computers. They all feature synthesized voice in both English and Russian as well as comprehensive examples for use in the real-life situations
• Advanced word recognition and MorphoFinder™
• Custom function "Add new word" allowing to create your own vocabulary bases 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
• Interchangeable 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
• Linguistic games: Flash Cards, Pockets, Spell It, Translation Test: these help you learn at your own pace, expand your vocabulary and improve spelling
• WordNet Princeton edition English-English dictionary of modern English - over 70,000 head words and details explanations
• Over 1,030,000 words in English-Russian general and specialized dictionaries, featuring synthesized voice in both English and Russian
• Phonetic transcription, essential tool for those learning to speak and write properly
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker

Traveling:

• English <-> Russian Audio PhraseBook with natural human-recorded speech will help you in a variety of standard everyday situations and activities
• FlashCards: the classic game that helps you improve your vocabulary while you play!

And more…

• Bilingual interface
• Media Player with MP3 support - to aid you in study and at play. Thousands of Audio Books are available to be programmed into this MP3 player.
• Currency and metric conversions
• World Time
• Daily Alarm
• Calculator
• And More…

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

ER800 is an updated version of the Partner ER-X8 and ER-x8c. ER800 has the following additional functions: Russian as well as English voice feature for the whole vocabulary base, color display and MP3 player.

ECTACO Partner ER800 is an English <-> Russian translating device from the P800 series.

This handheld is a sophisticated interactive bilingual dictionary and language learning system. It features English and Russian speech recognition, state-of-the-art voice output functions and more than 1,000,000 words and phrases. Included are common American idioms, medical, technical, legal, and business terms and colloquial expressions. Its extensive resources include powerful search functions, an electronic grammar book and a supplementary German <-> Russian translating dictionary with 250,000 words. It even has an accent correction feature that lets you improve your pronunciation!

The ER-X8c is also a business class organizer that lets you stay on top of things no matter where you are. You can manage your business appointments, personal engagements and contacts with ease. Voice reminders are available so you will never forget that important birthday or anniversary again!

Advanced bilingual communication

An improved version of the Partner® ER-X5 dictionary, this is a powerful linguistic tool for those who use foreign languages on regular basis and need to communicate fluently. Partner® ER-X8 is a remarkable study aid with English and Russian speech recognition and voice output.

• Advanced English speech synthesis delivers the pronunciation of any text. The transcription for English words is given in all dictionaries
• Complete guide to English Grammar, Vocabulary, and Phonetics
• Highly efficient full-text translation with Lingvobit translation system
• You can create your own customized editable dictionary which automatically links to the main dictionary
• Russian speech recognition and output functions are supported in the phrasebook only
• MorphoFinder function helps you find dictionary entries for English past participles, gerunds, noun plural forms, and Russian adjective forms
• Russian speech synthesis is limited to phrasebook entries
• Additional Russian-German dictionary, 250 000 entries
• Accent correction function will coach you and help you to perfect your English pronunciation: Partner will recognize your speech and rate it
• US citizenship exam preparation guide
• Learner’s Cards will make memorization tasks easy and will work to quickly expand your vocabulary

Superior organizing system

• High resolution touch screen is easy on your eyes
• bilingual, user-friendly interface
• bilingual organizer corresponding to highest industry standards
• High-speed data exchange and synchronization with your PC
• Digital voice recorder
• Password protection

As an option, you can also purchase the new and updated interactive English language courses Let’s Talk American and Getting a Job in America These highly effective resources will help you perfect your English and give you tips on the American workplace. They will help you to polish-up your professional skills as well, letting you shine at work.

For complete information on this model, please refer to the instruction manual available in PDF format.

PLEASE NOTE: This model is designed mostly for native English speakers studying Russian.

A New version has been released. Have a look at the ECTACO Partner ER800

Introducing the latest and greatest iTRAVL translator from our famous line of portable translation solutions. This revolutionary handheld is the most remarkable talking dictionary available anywhere. 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 35,000 phrases, it can speak in English, French, German, Polish, Spanish and Russian. A must-have for international travelers, this incredible device will help anyone navigate a foreign language and communicate effectively. It provides a comprehensive bi-directional dictionary with easy-to-use sentence-builder pronunciation for every word from shopping and eating to camping and football; everything the demanding traveler needs. It also includes useful everyday conversation topics that give one an immediate insight into foreign language culture. And with the inclusion of the ever-popular FlashCards - our fun and efficient way to optimize language learning – you can choose any of four entertaining games to help you improve your vocabulary on the go.

Enclosed within a stylish, water-resistant and dustproof case this rugged, durable, and compact handheld translator features a hi-quality touchscreen. Its powerful loudspeaker and lightning fast response time mean that you’ll never be stuck for a word or phrase.

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 that allows you to see what you may hear in response to a phrase. For instance, having picked the topic "In a restaurant" you chose the phrase "I would like some wine please". When you choose the "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 any given topic, which are the most important for the traveler to memorize.
• Advanced human-recorded speech output in English, French, German, Polish, Spanish and Russian in the PhraseBook
• Superb English, Polish, Spanish, Russian and German 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 word or whole phrase search functions
• Flashcards for effective language learning: this time-honored classic uses the card system to help you effectively memorize foreign words and quickly improve your vocabulary

Expanded vocabulary

• Bi-directional English<->Russian dictionary includes general lexis and specialized dictionaries: Business, Financial, Law, Medical, Oil, Telecommunication and Computers
• Advanced speech synthesis in French, German, Russian, Spanish and English
• Phonetic transcription is helpful for mastering your pronunciation and spelling
• Instant reverse translation for increased comprehension
• 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
• Easily expandable by adding MMC/SD cards with more languages and exclusive 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 via 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 and rechargeable battery are included in the package. Rechargeable battery charges by adapter.

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);

The new ECTACO Partner ER500 is a bilingual English <-> Russian translating dictionary and so much more. Designed to let anyone understand and communicate instantly, the ER500 features all the latest programming advances. Containing a massive 620,000 words in its comprehensive vocabulary database plus 14,000 of the most important phrases for immediate communication, the ER500 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 ER500 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

620,000 words that can be instantly translated in either direction make the ER500 the perfect choice for anyone who needs on-the-spot translations between English and Russian. 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 ER500 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 ER500 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 bilingual interface makes navigating through the volumes of information contained in the ER500 fast and easy. In addition to a choice of English or Russian 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 ER500 also comes pre-loaded with loads of extras usually found in the most sophisticated business organizers. Use the bilingual 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 ER500 includes:

• Bilingual English-Russian Interface
• 620,000 entry bi-directional dictionary
• Advanced English and Russian TTS speech synthesis pronounces any word
• 14,000 entry Audio PhraseBook enabled with English and Russian 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
• Bilingual 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…

The Partner handheld is the powerhouse of our translating solutions. These trilingual business-class models are extraordinarily versatile, functional and capable. Able to synthesize English, German and Russian speech, this text-to-speech dictionary combines all the features you have come to expect from our multidirectional dictionaries. It also incorporates the extended functionality of a top-of-the-line business organizer in one reasonably priced and indispensable package you won’t want to travel without ever again!

Effective learning curve

This is the most recent addition to our 400 series of talking dictionaries and represents the latest generation of state-of-the-art language solutions currently available.

• Trilingual interface
• QWERTY keyboard, Russian standard and phonetic keyboard layouts
• Medical, technical, legal, business terms, as well as slang, idioms, and general expressions
• Over 1,100 commonly used and emergency phrases grouped into 12 topics for easy navigation
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter words as you hear them and choose a spelling from the suggestions list
• The dictionary is equipped with English, German and Russian Speech synthesis
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary

Added functionality

• English/German/Russian personal organizer for scheduling and telephone numbers, equipped with search function comply with highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters are indispensable tools for the business traveler
• AC adapter, PC-link options available; purchased separately

For complete information on this model, please refer to the instruction manual available in PDF format.

In addition to the electronic dictionary itself, included are two replaceable batteries, a carrying and storage pouch, an extra CD with supplementary software applications and the user’s manual.

The Partner EFR430T trilingual handheld is possibly one of the most versatile language tools you will ever encounter in this category. Extraordinarily flexible, functional and capable, this business-class model is able to synthesize English, French and Russian speech. Not only does this text-to-speech dictionary combine all the features you have come to expect from our multidirectional dictionaries but it incorporates the extended functionality of a top-of-the-line business organizer in one reasonably priced and indispensable package. Its handy phrasebook is divided into 12 topics to help you find just the phrase you need whether traveling for business or pleasure. It also includes popular English idioms, a grammar and irregular verbs to help you improve your command of a second or third language.

Effective learning curve

This is the most recent addition to our 400 series of talking dictionaries and represents the latest generation of state-of-the-art language and business solutions.

• Trilingual interface
• QWERTY keyboard, Russian standard and phonetic keyboard layouts
• Medical, technical, legal, business terms, as well as slang, idioms, and general expressions
• English, French and Russian speech synthesis
• Over 1,100 commonly used and emergency phrases grouped into 12 topics for easy navigation
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter words as you hear them and choose a spelling from the list of suggestions
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary

Added functionality

• English/French/Russian trilingual personal organizer for schedules and telephone numbers, equipped with search function that comply with the highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters are indispensable tools for the business traveler for the business traveler
• AC adapter, PC-link options available; purchased separately

For complete information on this model, please refer to the instruction manual available in PDF format.

In addition to the electronic dictionary itself, included are two replaceable batteries, a carrying and storage pouch, an extra CD with supplementary software applications and the user’s manual.

Our newest release, the Multilingual B-3, is an inexhaustible talking travel companion. It instantly translates 21,000 English, German 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 Audio PhraseBook B-3 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 iTRAVL TL-2EGmR Russian <-> English <-> German

Our newest release, the ECTACO Audio PhraseBook B-3 Multilingual B-3, is an inexhaustible talking travel companion. It instantly translates 21,000 English, 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 Audio PhraseBook B-3 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 iTRAVL TL-2ESpRu Spanish <-> English <-> Russian

The ECTACO Partner C-4R 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 1,000,000 words that includes the specialized professional vocabulary used by legal, medical and IT professionals.

Equipped to speak any entry from its massive dictionaries or any word you type into it, the C-4R 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-4R 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-4R 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 1,000,000 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 Russian 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 Russian TTS speech synthesis delivers the pronunciation of any text, not only dictionary entries
• Russian 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 1,000,000 words in English-Russian general and specialized dictionaries: Business, Information Technologies and Telecommunications, Finance, Oil and Gas, Law, and Medical that feature synthesized voice in both English and Russian as well as comprehensive examples for use in the 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 1,000,000 words in the English and Russian general and specialized dictionaries 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 <-> Russian 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:

• Bilingual 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)

Our newest release, the ECTACO Audio PhraseBook B-3 English <-> Russian B-3 , is an inexhaustible talking travel companion. It instantly translates 14,000 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. Its bilingual interface 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 ECTACO iTRAVL TL-2R English <-> Russian