Phraselator
(Developed under a DARPA SBIR grant)

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Features

  • Easy to learn and use
  • 1000+ phrases translated into multiple languages
  • Phraselator doubles as a ruggedized pocket PC

What is it?

  • One-way phrase-based voice-to-voice machine translator
  • Input phrase is matched with a prerecorded output phrase and played through a speaker.
  • User can provide information, give orders or directions, and ask simple questions in another language.
  • Powerful tool for humanitarian assistance, medical, security, travel and law enforcement.
 

Specifications

  • SA-1110 Strong ARM 206 MHz processor.
  • 32Mb SDRAM, 32Mb Flash RAM on-board
  • Compact Flash slot for additional memory or devices.
  • Windows CE operating system.
  • High quality audio input characteristics for speech recognition software.
  • Full frequency one-watt speaker.
  • Daylight and night readable transflective color LCD touchscreen display
  • Small, lightweight (less than a pound)
  • Weather resistant, rugged, ergonomic case.
  • Interchangeable lithium-polymer rechargeable battery or 4AA alkaline batteries.
  • Battery charging and power management circuitry.
  • Built in belt clip and stand.
  • Fold back transparent screen cover.
  • Audio in and out jacks.
  • Standard USB upstream jack.


Uses

  • Provide general information
  • "We are here to help you."
    "The soup is cold."
    "Read Miranda Rights."

  • Give orders or provide direction
  • "Open your mouth."
    "Lie face down on the ground."

  • Ask questions with yes/no or easily conveyed answer

"Are you thirsty?"
"How old are you?  Hold up the number with your fingers."

Users

Military

  • Peacekeeping operations
  • Intelligence screening
  • Training
  • Ship boardings and inspections

Government and Law Enforcement

  • Police and fire departments
  • Customs inspectors and border patrols
  • Coast Guard inspections and safety

Travel Industry

  • Business travelers
  • Aviation flight crews and ticket agents at check-in

Cost and Availability

Initial Phraselator availability Fall 2002.  Estimated cost: $1500 (includes one standard module)

Also available:
- Module Builder Toolkit
- Compaq iPAQ and PC Phraselator software
- Many specialized phrase modules

Contact

Call toll free: 1-866-4VOXTEC                  (1-866-486-9832)

 

 

More info

info@ www.voxtec.com



VoxTec LLC
1571 St. Margarets Rd.
Annapolis, MD 21401
www.voxtec.com