Casio EW-B2000C User's Guide

EW-B2000CUser’s GuideEUsing a Dictionary Using the Oxford Learner’s Wordfi nder Dictionary Using the Practical English Usage Using the Encyclopedia Usi

8ContentsBefore Getting Started 1Unpacking ... 1Batteries ...

98To perform a History Search for all dictionaries1 Press , and then press .The last term you searched for is highlighted on the list.Indicates the d

993 Press .One entry deleteDictionary-specific deletePressing in step 1 will display the history memory for all dictionaries. In this case, the scre

100Looking Up a Term Used within a Defi nition or Comment Screen (Jump Search)Use the following procedure when you want to use a term that appears with

1014 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the dictionary you want to use, and then press .This displays a list of terms that completely match

102Changing the Size of Screen Characters (Zoom)You can perform a zoom operation to change the character size of on-screen text while a list screen, d

103Vocabulary ListVocabulary List lets you save headwords you want to remember. A marker feature lets you highlight words with one of three colours. Y

1044 Use , , , and to move the cursor to the highlighting end point.Text is highlighted as the cursor passes over it.5 After highlighting all the te

105Unhighlighting Text1 On the headword screen that contains the text you want to unhighlight, press .Alternatively, you could select the <Marker&

106Viewing, Selecting, and Deleting a Saved HeadwordYou can confi gure settings that control what appears on the screen when you view a Vocabulary List

107Displays all saved headwords.RefineDisplays only headwords highlighted with magenta.Displays only headwords highlighted with yellow.Displays only h

9Inputting Characters 37Inputting Alphabetic Characters ... 37Inputting Numbers ...

1084 After confi guring settings, use and to select the Vocabulary List you want to view and then press .This displays a saved headword index scr

109Function OperationDeleting a single headword1. Select the headword you want to delete and then press .*22. On the delete method selection screen

110Changing the Name of a Vocabulary List1 Press and then .You also can display the menu of Vocabulary Lists by selecting “Vocabulary List” on the

111Using LibraryWhat is Library?Library works in conjunction with a computer and memory card to expand the function of your electronic dictionary. Ini

112Proper operation is not guaranteed on a computer whose operating system has been upgraded to Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home Edition, XP Profess

113Using Photo DataYou can view images (JPEG format) stored on a microSD memory card on the electronic dictionary’s display.You also can use photo dat

1144 Use and to select “Photo”.This will display an index of photo data stored on the microSD memory card.A Library control folder (CASIO) and fi l

115Assigning and Deleting Photo DataYou can assign photo data to category icons on the MENU screen, and to the power off screen.1 Display the photo d

116Using a microSD Memory CardCommercially available microSD memory cards and microSDHC memory cards can be used to expand the storage capacity of you

117Important!Use only a microSD memory card or microSDHC memory card. Proper operation is not guaranteed when any other type of memory card is used.Ne

10Using the Practical English Usage 63Looking Up a Keyword (Keyword Search) ... 63Performing a Topic Search ...

118Inserting and Removing a microSD Memory Card1Turn off the electronic dictionary.Make sure that power is turned off.2 Open the microSD memory card

119Using the CalculatorThe calculator can perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, as well as constant and memory calculations.1 O

120Basic Arithmetic Calculations1 Press to clear the calculator before starting.2 In the following examples, press , , , or to input the corres

121Memory Calculations You can use the following keys to perform memory calculations. : Adds a value to independent memory. : Subtracts a value fr

122To correct an arithmetic operator ( , , , ) input error Simply input the correct operator. To clear the calculatorPress .This clears everything

123Changing SettingsYou can confi gure various settings to tailor operation of your electronic dictionary to your needs. The settings that can be confi

124LCD SettingsItem DescriptionBrightness Setting Display brightness adjustment (See below.)Illumination Duration Setting Illumination duration (30 Se

1254 Use and to select “Brightness Setting” and then press .5 Use and to select the brightness setting you want and then press .Confi guring

126CopyrightCopyright NoticeThe dictionary and mode contents of this electronic dictionary were compiled with the cooperation and permission of the ed

127CopyrightsCopyrightsOxford Dictionary of EnglishOxford Dictionary of English<Oxford University Press>About 355,000 words, phrases and defi nit

11Useful Dictionary Functions 84Using the Pronunciation Feature ... 84Before Using the Pronunciation Feature ...

128English idiom dictionaryOxford Idioms Dictionary for Learners of English<Oxford University Press>More than 10,000 idioms50 illustrations© Oxf

129Business English dictionaryOxford Business English Dictionary for learners of English<Oxford University Press>More than 30,000 words, phrases

130World Literature100 works of World Literature100 worksRemarkable Speeches and WordsRemarkable Speeches and Words Ver.3<TAISHUKAN Publishing Co.,

131Screen MessagesThe following explains why certain messages appear on the display, and the actions you need to take in response.Other messages remai

132Message Cause and RemedyIncorrect data card An improperly copied microSD memory card is inserted.Insert a proper microSD memory card.Copied data ca

133TroubleshootingWhen any of the following problems occurs, take the specifi ed action.Symptom Cause ActionPagePower SupplyCannot turn on power.Low ba

134Symptom Cause ActionPageDisplayAuto Power Off does not work.Auto Power Off trigger time is too long.Check Auto Power Off settings. 123The display s

135Symptom Cause ActionPageReadingSpeaker output is inaudible.Low volume settingAdjust the volume level.85Audio output switch set to “PHONES”.Slide th

136Resetting the Electronic DictionaryStrong electrostatic charge can cause abnormal electronic dictionary operation or lockup. If this happens, you n

1373 Open the cover of your electronic dictionary as shown in the illustration.This will cause the Battery Setting screen to appear.4 Follow the ins

12Using the Calculator 119Using the Calculator ...119Basic Arithmetic Calculations ...

138Replacing BatteriesReplace batteries as soon as possible after the message “The batteries are low.” appears on the display.You should replace batte

139Never mix old batteries with new ones.Do not expose batteries to direct heat, let them become shorted, or try to take them apart.Never leave dead b

140Replacing Batteries1 Prepare two new AA-size alkaline batteries or two fully charged AA-size rechargeable batteries.2 Press the key to turn off

1417 Open the cover of your electronic dictionary.This will cause the Battery Setting screen to appear.8 Follow the instructions that appear on the

142Supplying Power from a ComputerYour electronic dictionary can run on power it draws over the USB cable when connected to a computer (USB power).USB

1432 Turn on the electronic dictionary.This will start power supply from the computer to electronic dictionary.If you turn on the electronic dictiona

144Specifi cationsContent: See page 126 for information about dictionaries.Display: 528 x 320-dot TFT colour LCDCalculator: 12 digits; arithmetic calcu

145Batteries Operating ConditionsApproximate Battery Life*2Two AA-size rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteriesContinuous display of English-Englis

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13FeaturesUseful Functions Supported by All DictionariesSoft IconsSoft icons will appear along the left side of the screen when additional operations

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150General GuideĆ ę ũCharacter keysMode keyKey Role of the keyTurns power on and off. (page 26)Example:Each press of a mode key displa

151Key Role of the keyPress when the icon is on a dictionary screen to look up phrases. (page 44)Use these keys to scroll the screen content up an

152Key Role of the keykPress this key to hear a native speaker reading of a term. (page 86)To hear a simulated human voice reading of a term, press a

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14Narrow/Specific Word Order SearchNarrow/Specifi c Word Order search lets you quickly narrow down the list of hits or specify the word order for the l

15Vocabulary ListVocabulary List lets you save headwords you want to remember.A marker feature lets you highlight words with one of three colours. You

16Preview ScreenOn the list of hits produced by a search, you can display a preview screen that shows part of the defi nition of the highlighted headwo

17CalculatorThe calculator can perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, as well as constant and memory calculations.LibraryLibrary

Important!Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future reference.(This mark applies in EU countries only.)In this manual, TM marks and ® ma

18Important PrecautionsNote the following important precautions whenever using your electronic dictionary.Never expose your electronic dictionary to fi

19Keep the electronic dictionary away from your chest (breast pocket, etc.) if you are wearing a pacemaker or other medical device. Magnetism from the

20LocationNever use your electronic dictionary in a hospital, in an aircraft, or in any other location where operation of mobile telephones is control

21CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties arising out of the use of this product.The contents of th

22Names of PartsSpeakerLCDPOWER key (page 26)Earphones Jack (page 85)Keyboard (page 23)Audio Output Switch (pages 84 and 85)USB Cable Connector (page

23General GuideĆ ę ũMode keyCharacter keys Turns power on and off. (page 26) Each press of a mode key displays the initial screen of

24 Use these keys to scroll the screen content up and down. (page 30) To jump to the defi nition of the term before the one you are viewing, press

25º Press this key to highlight text on a defi nition screen with a marker. (page 103) To use the Vocabulary List, press and then this key. (page 1

26Turning Power On and OffPower turns on automatically whenever you open the electronic dictionary’s cover, and shuts off automatically when you close

27Basic OperationSelecting a ModeYou can select a mode either by performing the applicable mode key operation or by using the MENU screen.To select a

1UnpackingAs you unpack your electronic dictionary, check to make sure that all of the following items are included with it.Two AA-size alkaline batte

283 Use the and cursor keys to move the highlighting to the mode you want to select.4 Press .This displays the initial screen of the dictionary/m

29Selecting a Headword or Screen ItemTo select a headword or screen item by highlighting it or moving the cursor (●) to it1 Use the arrow keys to mov

30Scrolling Between ScreensAn up arrow ( ) or down arrow ( ) in the upper right corner of the display indicates that more screen content is available

31Switching the Screen LayoutTo switch the preview screen positionWhile a list screen is on the display, pressing and then will switch the position

32To centre a Phrase Search or Example Search list screenWhile a Phrase Search or Example Search list screen is on the display, press and then to c

33Looking Up Another TermAfter viewing the defi nition of a term, you can look up another term by using the keyboard to input it.The fi rst character yo

342 Use and to move the highlighting to the function you want to select.3 Press .The soft icons that appear depend on the current function or mod

35Using the Dictionary GuideDictionary guide information shows the dictionaries/modes that support specifi c types of searches and other functions.It a

36To close the guide information screen, press .•2 Press , and then press .This function is not supported by certain modes, such as the calculator,

37Inputting Alphabetic CharactersUse the keyboard to input alphabetic characters.Example: To input the word “internet” Press the keyboard keys to inpu

2Connecting to a Computer with a USB cableYou can use the USB cable that comes with your electronic dictionary to connect to a computer. While connect

38Inputting NumbersYou can input numbers when editing a Vocabulary List name and on the calculator screen. Entering the Calculator mode automatically

39Correcting an Input ErrorYou can use any of the following methods to correct input errors and to modify input.To delete a character1 Use the and

40Dictionaries and FunctionsThe following shows the reference content included in your electronic dictionary and where you need to go for more informa

41*1 Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary can be used to fi nd out how to write text for reports, resumes, letters, e-mail and other types of documents

42Looking Up a HeadwordThe following explanation and screen shots are based on the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.1 Select the dictionary you w

433 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the term (headword) you want to select, and then press .This displays the result of the look-up.•You

44Looking Up Details About a Term (Phrases, Examples, Comments)If you see the icon , (example), or (comment or fi gure) on the screen, it means tha

452 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the phrase you want to select, and then press .This displays the meaning of the phrases.Looking Up E

46Looking Up a Term when You are Unsure of Its SpellingWhen you are unsure of specifi c charactersYou can input the wildcard character (?) in place of

473 Press .This displays a list of hits that resemble the keyword you input.4 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the term you want to sele

3Loading Batteries for the First TimeBefore using your electronic dictionary for the fi rst time, be sure to perform the following steps to load the tw

48Spell Checking and Searching for an Original Form (Spell Check/Original Form Search)The following explanation and screen shots are based on the Oxfo

494 Press .This displays a list of possible spellings.If there are no terms that resemble the spelling you input, the message “No matching items” w

50Looking Up Phrases (Phrase Search)The following explanation and screen shots are based on the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.1 Select the di

515 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the phrase you want to select, and then press .This displays the meaning of the phrase.The English

52Looking Up Examples (Example Search)The following explanation and screen shots are based on the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.1 Select the d

535 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the example you want to select, and then press .This displays the meaning of the example.•You cannot

54Viewing Writing TutorWriting Tutor can be used to fi nd out how to write text for reports, resumes, letters, e-mail and other types of documents. Wri

55Looking Up a Keyword (Keyword Search)Keyword Search uses the English thesaurus.1 Press , and then press .Check to make sure that “KEYWORD” is highl

56Searching for Quasi-synonyms by CategoryCategory Search uses the English thesaurus.1 Press , and then press .2 Use and to highlight “CATEGORY S

57Searching for Common Word Pairs (Collocation Search)Collocation Search is performed using the English Collocations Dictionary.1 Press .2 Use and

4Correct InstallationSpring is not protruding from the side.Ribbon is extended and is not folded under the battery.Battery poles (+ and – ends) are fa

58You cannot input a wildcard character (?) or blank word character (✽)for this type of search.•6 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the collo

59Looking Up a Keyword (Keyword Search)1 On the MENU screen, select “Oxford Learner’s Wordfi nder Dictionary” (page 27).Check to make sure that “KEYWO

60Looking Up Related Terms (Related Term Search)1 On the MENU screen, select “Oxford Learner’s Wordfi nder Dictionary” (page 27).2 Use and to high

61Looking Up Examples (Example Search)1 On the MENU screen, select “Oxford Learner’s Wordfi nder Dictionary” (page 27).2 Use and to highlight “EXA

62Performing a Topic Search1 On the MENU screen, select “Oxford Learner’s Wordfi nder Dictionary” (page 27).2 Use and to highlight “TOPIC AREAS”,

63Looking Up a Keyword (Keyword Search)1 Press , and then press .Check to make sure that “KEYWORD” is highlighted.2 Input the English expression you

644 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the item you want to select, and then press .Repeat the above step as many times as required in orde

65Performing a Topic Search1 Press , and then press .2 Use and to highlight “TOPIC”, and then press .This displays a list of topics.3 Use , , ,

66Performing an Item Number Search1 Press , and then press .2 Use and to highlight “NUMBER LIST”, and then press .3 Use , , , and to move the

67Looking Up Information in the EncyclopediaYou can use Headword Search and Image Search to look up information.The following procedure explains how t

55 Check to make sure that “●Alkaline” is selected as the battery type.If you are using commercially available rechargeable batteries in place of the

683 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the term (headword) you want to select, and then press .This displays the result of the look-up. •If

69Using Images to Find Information (Image Search)1 Press .2 Use and to highlight “SEARCH BY IMAGE”, and then press .This displays a list of items

70Looking Up the Equivalents of a Term in Six LanguagesYou can use the procedure in this section to perform a Headword Search and then display the equ

713 Input the term you want to look up.This example looks up “acceptable”. A list of hits continually updatesas you input each letter of the term.4 U

72Looking Up Phrases by Category (Phrase Search)You can use Phrase Search to look up the equivalent of a phrase in U.K. English, American English, Fre

735 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the item you want to select, and then press .Here we selected “Sport”.6 Use , , , and to move the

74Looking Up Phrases by Word (Phrase Search)You can use Phrase Search to look up the equivalent of a phrase in U.K. English, American English, French,

755 Press .This displays a list of hits.6 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the phrase you want to select, and then press .This displays

76Reading a Term or PhraseYou can use the following procedure to have the term or phrase produced by a search read by a simulated voice (Text Voice).A

77Reading a World Literature Work1 On the MENU screen, select “100 works of World Literature” (page 27).2 Use and to move the highlighting to the

6Display Brightness and Battery LifeYou can adjust the brightness of your electronic dictionary to one of fi ve levels.The initial factory default sett

78Listening to Remarkable English Speeches and Words1 On the MENU screen, select “Remarkable Speeches and Words Ver.3” (page 27).2 Use and to mov

79Multiple Dictionary SearchYou can enter a term and search dictionaries/modes for the term itself, or examples or phrases that use the term.The maxim

80Searching for the Same Term in Multiple Dictionaries (Headword Search)1Press .Check to make sure that “HEADWORD” is highlighted.2Input the term you

81Searching the Examples and Phrases of Multiple Dictionaries (Example and Phrase Search)1Press .2Use and to highlight “EXAMPLE” for Example Sear

825Use , , , and to highlight the example or phrase you want, and then press .Note that the input words for Example or Phrase Search cannot include

83Specifying the Dictionary Display Sequence for Lists of HitsUse the procedure below to specify what order dictionaries should appear when displaying

84Using the Pronunciation FeatureThe pronunciation feature uses the voice of a native speaker to read certain English terms and sentences, and certain

85Useful Dictionary FunctionsUseful Dictionary FunctionsTo use the earphones1 Connect the earphones to the electronic dictionary.Make sure that you p

86Listening to Native Speaker PronunciationYou can listen to native speaker pronunciation under the following conditions.Condition Description display

871 While the term defi nition or explanation screen is displayed, press .This selects one of the terms for which pronunciation can be sounded, and c

7Battery LifeProlonged use of a bright display setting, keeping the display illuminated for long periods, and frequent use of the pronunciation featur

88Listening to a Synthesized Voice PronunciationYou can play the reading of terms, phrases, and examples of all built-in languages while a defi nition

89Changing the Pronunciation Language SettingYou can use the procedure below to change the language setting of the pronunciation feature for the curre

90Using My DictionaryYou can use “My Dictionary” to register the dictionaries/modes you most often use and other information for quick and easy recall

91If you want to register a text fi le added to the Library to “My Dictionary”, press and then in step 1 of the above procedure. Then on the “Librar

92Additional Search (Split Screen Search)You can split the screen and create upper and lower panes when you want to search for an additional term whil

935 Use and to select the dictionary/mode you want.6 Use , , , and to move the highlighting to the term you want to search for and then press

94Additional Search (Narrow/Specifi c Word Order Search)While a Phrase Search or Example Search list of hits is displayed, you can add search terms or

953 Use and to move the cursor (●) to the word order you want to use and then press .If you perform a Narrow/Specifi c Word Order Search following

96Additional Search (Spelling/Original Form Search)When you are performing a Headword Search in a dictionary that supports Spelling/Original Form Sear

97Performing Re-lookup of a Recently Searched for Term (History Search)Each time you look up a term, it is stored in history memory. You can view the