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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is it possible to plug headphones into the handset?
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Yes, according to the configuration of the handset, the loud-speaker stops automatically when headphones are plugged in, however, it is possible for the two to play concurrently. The new Orpheo has 2 headphone jacks.
- How long do the batteries last?
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24 hours in idle mode (the screen of the handset is illuminated while waiting for further commands).
10 hours whilst producing sound (playing the commentaries).
- What is the length of the commentary we can save onto the handset?
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Everything depends on the memory size chosen - from 2 hours to 80 hours.
- What is the optimal length for a commentary on each point of interest?
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Ideally, each piece of commentary should be shorter than 3 minutes - 1min 30sec is a good duration.
- How many languages can we put onto the device?
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The only limitation on the number of languages is the size of the memory.
- Can we set-up the Audioguide to just play the one commentary completely, from start to stop?
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Yes, this is within the default parameters. In this case, the handset functions like a 'walkman'. Of course, the visitor still has the option to key in a number while the commentary is playing to listen to a different segment of information.
- Is there the possibility to change the commentary stored on the Audioguide?
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Yes, the Orpheo is sold with software included for the PC that allows you to change and save the commentary stored on the devices.
- Is it possible to accidentally erase the content of the handsets?
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No, because the commentary is saved using compact Flash, which means that even if the device is completely discharged it will still retain everything stored in its memory.
- What quality of sound can we have?
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This varies according to the type of sound compression. The device accepts compression from 8kb/s to 256 k/s. The quality therefore ranges from that of a standard telephone to CD quality sound. It is also possible to 'mix' the compression type within the one sound segment in order to save on memory size.
- Can we synchronize the devices with television, video, or DVD images?
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Yes, by using a small built-in antenna in the handset. The video, TV or DVD must have a mini-transmitter attached to broadcast the sound. For small spaces we use infra-red and for larger or outdoor sites we find that radio-frequency works best.
It's really a very simple procedure that we can take care of for you.
- What size of memory do I need for 1 hour of sound ?
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Bitrate and duration table
| bitrate |
16 MB |
32 MB |
48 MB |
64 MB |
96 MB |
192MB |
256MB |
512MB |
| 16kb/s |
2h10 |
4h21 |
6h40 |
8h44 |
13h20 |
26h12 |
34h56 |
69h53 |
| 24kb/s |
1h27 |
2h54 |
4h21 |
5h49 |
8h40 |
17h 28 |
23h17 |
46h35 |
| 32kb/s |
1h05 |
2h10 |
3h16 |
4h 22 |
6h30 |
13h00 |
17h28 |
34h 56 |
| 48kb/s |
0h43 |
1h27 |
2h10 |
2h54 |
4h20 |
8h44 |
11h38 |
23h17 |
| 56kb/s |
0h37 |
1h14 |
1h52 |
2h29 |
3h42 |
7h29 |
9h59 |
19h58 |
| 64kb/s |
0h32 |
1h05 |
1h38 |
2h11 |
3h15 |
6h33 |
8h44 |
17h28 |
| 128kb/s |
0h16 |
0h32 |
0h49 |
1h50 |
1h37 |
3h16 |
4h22 |
8h44 |
- How long does it take to recharge the Audioguide batteries?
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2 hours.
- How long is the battery life?
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Approximately 1000 recharges, that is to say around 3 years if the devices are recharged once every day.
After three years, the batteries will still function but some of the battery life will be lost.
- How long does the warranty last for?
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The ORPHEO product comes with a 2 year warranty. It is possible to extend the standard warranty in the form of a maintenance contract. Please ask us if you would like more information.
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