English Speaking Electronic Dictionaries

Featuring a fully functional and comprehensive English<->Polish<->English bidirectional dictionary, this handheld from the 586 series is one of our newest and most advanced models. Featuring the latest English speech synthesis capabilities and the Accent Correction function, this is a powerful and flexible translation device and learning aid. The included bilingual organizer and fax and email capabilities will allow you to keep track of all your communications in whichever language you choose.

Integrated language solution

• Bilingual interface
• 1,200 useful phrases grouped into 12 topics for easy navigation
• Advanced English speech synthesis
• Accent correction function
• The award-winning Vector Ultima™ bilingual spell-checking system
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary
• English grammar reference section
• TOEFL practice exercises and tests
• Full Text Translation system
• American citizenship exam preparation guide
• Upscale business assistant Bilingual personal organizer with fax and e-mail capability, shorthand function, reference system, travel guide; conforms to highest industry standards
• Digital voice recorder with 12-minute recording limit
• AC adapter, PC-link options available; purchased separately

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

PLEASE NOTE: A New version has been released. Have a look at the ECTACO Partner EP800 - English <-> Polish Talking Electronic Dictionary and Audio PhraseBook

These models are choice professional dictionaries. They feature unlimited speech synthesis in three languages, in addition to advanced sentence translation function, grammar reference and other language-learning aides. Professional class models, these Partners® encompass efficiency and outstanding linguistic capabilities. The winning combination of functionality and speed help you become fluent in three languages at once. These dictionaries 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
• Advanced unlimited multilingual speech synthesis
• Over 1,000 professional dialogues
• Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter words as you hear them and pick a spelling choice from the suggestion list
• English and German grammar textbook
• Reverse 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

This series features dictionaries with advanced linguistic capabilities. Practical and efficient, this model includes extensive bidirectional English <-> Croatian and English <-> Serbian dictionaries. It contains all you need to feel comfortable and assured abroad or when communicating with your overseas business partners. Flexibility and speed, along with our user-friendly interface are at the core of this product line.

Efficient linguistic tool

• Bilingual interface
• English <-> Croatian and English <-> Serbian dictionaries
• Over 1,200 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics
• Advanced English speech synthesis with adjustable speech frequency
• Compact and elegant modern design
• The award-winning Vector Ultima™ bilingual spell-checking system
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary
• Comprehensive TOEFL guide with sample exercises and tests
• English grammar reference

Excellent organizer

• Bilingual business organizer with alarm, reminder and password security lock, conforms to highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters are indispensable tools for a business traveler
• AC adapter, data protection system, PC-link options

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

This series features dictionaries with advanced linguistic capabilities. Practical and efficient, this model includes extensive bidirectional English <-> Croatian and English <-> Serbian dictionaries. It contains all you need to feel comfortable and assured abroad or when communicating with your overseas business partners. Flexibility and speed, along with our user-friendly interface are at the core of this product line.

Efficient linguistic tool

• Bilingual interface
• English <-> Croatian and English <-> Serbian dictionaries
• Over 1,200 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics
• Advanced English speech synthesis with adjustable speech frequency
• Compact and elegant modern design
• The award-winning Vector Ultima™ bilingual spell-checking system
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary
• Comprehensive TOEFL guide with sample exercises and tests
• English grammar reference

Excellent organizer

• Bilingual business organizer with alarm, reminder and password security lock, conforms to highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters are indispensable tools for a business traveler
• AC adapter, data protection system, PC-link options

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

The latest in linguistic innovation is found in this stylish model. Practical and efficient, it includes all you need to feel comfortable and assured abroad or when communicating with your overseas business partners. Flexibility and speed, along with great performance rates are at the core of this product line.

Efficient linguistic tool

• Bilingual interface
• Over 1,200 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics
• Advanced English and German speech synthesis with adjustable speech frequency
• Compact and elegant modern design
• The award-winning Vector Ultima™ bilingual spell-checking system
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary
• Comprehensive TOEFL guide with sample exercises and tests
• English grammar reference

Excellent organizer

• Bilingual business organizer with alarm, reminder and password security lock, conforms to the highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters are indispensable tools for a business traveler
• AC adapter, data protection system, PC-link options

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

This series features dictionaries with advanced linguistic capabilities. Practical and efficient, these models include all you need to feel comfortable and assured abroad or when communicating with your overseas business partners. Flexibility and speed, along with great performance rates are at the core of this product line.

Efficient linguistic tool

• Bilingual interface
• Over 1,200 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics
• Advanced English speech synthesis with adjustable speech frequency
• Compact and elegant modern design
• The award-winning Vector Ultima™ bilingual spell-checking system
• New words recording function will allow you to customize your dictionary
• Comprehensive TOEFL guide with sample exercises and tests
• English grammar reference

Excellent organizer

• Bilingual business organizer with alarm, reminder and password security lock, conforms to the highest industry standards
• Built-in metric and currency converters are indispensable tools for a business traveler
• AC adapter, data protection system, PC-link options

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

This state-of-the art dictionary is a fantastic resource for negotiating the differences between English and Korean. Its multiple dictionaries contain over 1,000,000 entries and provide dialogues for use when traveling that include Japanese and Chinese. It is also a sophisticated talking dictionary able to speak dictionary entries and recognize handwriting. The included business organizer and digital voice recorder are just a few of the tools you will find here to help keep you on schedule and effective.To switch the interface of your AP320 electronic dictionary to English, please, use the CIRCLE button, located to the left of the ENTER button.

The Dictionaries:

The built-in dictionaries of AP320 provide the following functionality:

• Smart input methods and wildcard search
• Middle, Large and Small font sizes on the definition screen
• Ability to cross-search up to 20 layers
• Reading and recording, with adjustable speed of delivery
• Saving data for review and self-testing

These dictionaries are found inside:

• Minjung's English <-> Korean Dictionary
     
  • Total of 230,761 words    
  • Allow secondary search; spell-checking, synonyms list and adding new words    
  • Definition screen gives easy access to cross-searching with Korean <-> English and Oxford English <-> English Dictionaries
• Minjung's Korean <-> English Dictionary: Features a total of 183,279 words
• The authoritative Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
• Webster's Collegiate Thesaurus
• Webster's Dictionary of Synonyms
• Korean <-> Korean Dictionary: Features a total of 220,000 words
• BBI Word Combination Dictionary
• Chinese Character Dictionary : Over 7,744 Chinese words and detailed definitions
• Dictionary of English Idioms

Additional features:

• Incorporating MP3, Voxware and Bestalk voice technologies
• Built in with FM radio, MP3 Player & Digital Voice Recording
• Travel Dialogues (phrasebook) for 8 Languages: Japanese / Chinese / French / Germany / Spanish / Italian / Dutch / Korean (with human pronunciation in Korean and English)
• Hand writing recognition
• Phonetic search and unlimited word expansion
• Compact and slim design
• Fun games: learn & relax at the same time
• Card slot enabling memory extension with standard SD cards
• USB transmission media and portable hard disk function
• Using Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery, with a FREE 100-240V transformer

A comprehensive study tool for Asian and English languages, this handheld contains 11 dictionaries for an absolutely massive amount of entries from some of the most respected sources. This extensive language resource also provides travel dialogues in 9 different categories and available to be spoken aloud in 8 different languages. Powerful search functions offer instant access to the information you need and the inclusion of the state-of-the-art ScanSoft and VoxWare protocols for voice synthesis mean that the articulation and accuracy of the pronunciation you receive will be able to help you improve your fluency and be understood.

The touch sensitive screen makes it extremely easy to get started and navigate through the databases and it is also able to recognize handwriting. Helping you to improve your work habits and increase effectiveness, it is also compatible with a variety of IC cards and e-Books.

Core functionality

• The Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English, with a expanded vocabulary
• The top ScanSoft and Voxware pronunciation systems, featuring articulate and accurate pronunciation
• Digital recording function for audio messages
• Listen & Learn functions to improve pronunciation
• Sentence-making helps you grasp the structure of sentences
• Class schedule function puts your daily school life in order
• Double-card function expands the capabilities of the unit
• Radio can save records, and can also merge, delete and rename them

Great Features

• Larger screen: clear display is easy on your eyes
• Handwriting input system: automatic recognition of simplified and traditional Chinese handwriting. Conversion of simplified into/from traditional Chinese.
• Real voice system: the pronunciation in standard American English in male and female voice powered by TRUVOICE System.
• Listening practice: customizable pronunciation settings - from 3 to 99 repetitions. You may repeat the pronunciation following the units lead, which corrects your pronunciation.
• Expanded vocabulary source: multiple dictionaries in one. Built-in English-Chinese/ English-English Longman dictionary, recommended by most American teachers.
• Multiple languages: Japanese<->Chinese, English<->Chinese and Chinese<->Chinese dictionaries with pronunciation of English/Mandarin/Cantonese/Japanese.
• Supplementary dictionary: the Study Card contains more than 40,000 words and phrases. It will instantly switch to this card if the unit is unable to find a word in the main materials. It is possible to download new words to expand this function.
• Conversation practice: there are real-voice conversations in nearly 20 languages. Travel the world and communicate with ease and confidence.
• Digital recording: allows you to record, listen, and study at any time with less effort.
• MP3 music: listen to music as you look up words in the dictionary.
• FM radio: built-in FM radio with automatic scanning function. Flash card: e-books may be downloaded to this device .
• Two card slots: this device is expandable with two expansion slots available.

Also included is a slim case for carrying and protecting your device, a set of lithium batteries and a CD containing bonus and demo software to enhance and extend functionality.

The User’s Manual is available in Chinese.

Pinyin input and output 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 and output is the most popular and easy to use methods of communicating in Chinese without using hieroglyphs.

The ECTACO Partner EV586HT 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 1,000,000 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 1,000,000 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 1,000,000 words in English-Vietnamese 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
• 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 1,000,000 words in English-Vietnamese 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 EV800 - English <-> Vietnamese Talking Electronic Dictionary and Audio PhraseBook

Please note: EV586HT 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 - Headphones - 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);

Effective learning curve

General and specialized dictionaries, numerous glossaries the speech function, make this device a universal tool when it comes to variety of language-related tasks.

• Built-in English-Chinese Oxford Dictionary with 120,000 words and picture function, English-Chinese Dictionary, Oxford Dictionary, Chinese-English Dictionary, Recognize Through Picture Dictionary, Japanese-Chinese Dictionary, Chinese-Japanese Dictionary and number of specialized dictionaries, the Computer and New Technology glossary, English grammar reference
• English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese pronunciation
• 8 different character input methods
• Powerful search functions include cross-search, custom-built history search, wild-card search, nearest word search, and spelling alternatives
• Creation of customized user dictionaries and search histories
• Interactive dialogues and preparation for GRE, GMAT, TOEFL and other standard English-language tests
• Revision tests including conversation, vocabulary and dictionary reviews
• TruVoiceTM and VoxwareTM, two top US-developed pronunciation systems, enabling speech function inEnglish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Japanese

Added functionality

• Full organizer functions with PC synchronization
• MP3 player functioning with SD/MMC card, supports English / Chinese song name display
• E-book reader
• General leisure information including airlines, international airports, travel guides, world clock, local attractions, weather, and more
• Advanced personal organizer includes schedule master, phone directory, data search function, password security feature, calendar, financial management, and games

*This product comes complete with Chinese-language paper manual, English Manual on CD, slim case, power adapter, rechargeable battery, headphones and pc-link cable

This handheld is a sophisticated interactive bilingual dictionary and language learning system. It features English and Polish 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. The interface is easy to navigate and one of the best looking around, offering you immediate access to its powerful search functions and electronic grammar resource suitable for both beginner and intermediate level students. It even has an accent correction feature that lets you improve your pronunciation!

The EP-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!

This model is designed mostly for native English speakers studying Polish.

Advanced bilingual communication

An improved version of the Partner® EP-X5 dictionary, this is a powerful linguistic tool for those who use foreign languages on regular basis and need to communicate fluently. Partner® EP-X8c is a remarkable study aid with English and Polish 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
• Highly efficient full-text translation with Lingvobit translation system
• You can create your own customized editable dictionary which automatically links to the main dictionary
• Polish 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 Polish adjective forms
• Polish speech playback is limited to phrasebook 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 with a complete guide to English grammar, vocabulary, and phonetics and ‘Getting a Job in America’. These highly effective resources will help you improve 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 Polish

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

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.