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English-Arabic-French Talking Dictionary
Ectaco EAF430T

English - Arabic - French Talking Dictionary

with Trilingual Business Organizer

This model is the result of the combined efforts of Ectaco’s linguists, engineers and programmers, and represents the last generation of the high-performance integrated educational tools available. Main vocabulary (English-French, English-Arabic, French-Arabic bidirectional dictionaries) of approx. 650,000 words, including medical, technical, legal, and business terms, as well as slang, idioms, and general expressions. Dictionary updates are available via the Internet. Unlimited voice synthesis in English and French is able to pronounce any text, not only dictionary entries. Over 1,100 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics will help you feel comfortable in almost any situation on a foreign trip.

Usage of this model will make your working with a foreign language easy and convenient. Just type in a few letters of a word and the dictionary will automatically display words starting with these letters. When you are unsure of the proper word’s spelling, the Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter the word as you hear it and to choose a spelling version from the suggestions list.

The device also contains a 128 KB trilingual business organizer with a telephone directory, a scheduler and a password security function. You may exchange data between your EAF430T and a personal computer to keep a backup copy of the your organizer data. There is also the Hangman game that will help you study English, Arabic or French.
Specification

Dictionary
Vocabulary 650,000
Voice English/French
Idioms 200
Commonly used phrases 1100

Technical
Organizer memory 128 KB
Games 1
Display 5 lines/graph
Screen backlight no
Headphones jack yes
PC connection yes
AC adapter jack yes
Batteries (included) 2xAAA
Dimensions (WxDxH) 117x89x15 mm; 4,6x3,5x0,6 in

Value pack
1 year warranty yes
Bonus & demo software Yes
Slim case Yes
English-Albanian Talking Dictionary
ECTACO - EAl400T

English - Albanian - English

Talking Dictionary with Business Organizer

This model is the result of the combined efforts of Ectaco’s linguists, engineers and programmers, and represents the last generation of the high-performance integrated educational tools available. Bidirectional dictionary contains over 450,000 translations to and from English and Albanian including medical, technical, business and legal terms. Dictionary updates are available via the Internet. Unlimited voice synthesis in English is able to pronounce any text, not only dictionary entries. Over 1,100 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics will help you feel comfortable in almost any situation on a foreign trip.

Usage of this model will make your working with a foreign language easy and convenient. Just type in a few letters of a word and the dictionary will automatically display words starting with these letters. When you are unsure of the proper word’s spelling, the Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter the word as you hear it and to choose a spelling version from the suggestions list.

The device also contains a 128 KB bilingual business organizer with a telephone directory, a scheduler and a password security function. You may exchange data between your EAl400T and a personal computer to keep a backup copy of the your organizer data. There is also the Hangman game that will help you study English or Albanian.
Specification

Dictionary
Vocabulary 450,000
Voice English
Idioms 200
Commonly used phrases 1100

Technical
Organizer memory 128 KB
Games 1
Display 5 lines/graph
Screen backlight no
Headphones jack yes
PC connection yes
AC adapter jack yes
Batteries (included) 2xAAA
Dimensions (WxDxH) 117x89x15 mm; 4,6x3,5x0,6 in

Value pack
1 year warranty yes
Bonus & demo software Yes
Slim case Yes
English - Chinese - Spanish Talking Dictionary
Ectaco ECS430T

English - Chinese - English Talking Dictionary

with a Business Organizer

This model is the result of the combined efforts of Ectaco’s linguists, engineers and programmers, and represents the last generation of the high-performance integrated educational tools available. Main vocabulary (English-Chinese (traditional), English-Spanish, Spanish-Chinese (traditional) bidirectional dictionaries) of approx. 650,000 words, including medical, technical, legal, and business terms, as well as slang, idioms, and general expressions. Dictionary updates are available via the Internet. The ECS430T provides six methods to input Chinese characters: ChangJie, Simple, PinYin, Cantonese, Strokes, and Radical. Unlimited voice synthesis in English, and Spanish is able to pronounce any text, not only dictionary entries. Over 1,100 commonly used and emergency phrases on 12 topics will help you feel comfortable in almost any situation on a foreign trip.

Usage of this model will make your working with a foreign language easy and convenient. Just type in a few letters of a word and the dictionary will automatically display words starting with these letters. When you are unsure of the proper word’s spelling, the Vector Ultima™ spell-checker allows you to enter the word as you hear it and to choose a spelling version from the suggestions list.

The device also contains a 128 KB trilingual business organizer with a telephone directory, a scheduler and a password security function. You may exchange data between your ECS430T and a personal computer to keep a backup copy of the your organizer data. There is also the Hangman game that will help you study English or Spanish.

Specification

Dictionary
Vocabulary 650,000
Voice English/Spanish
Idioms 200
Commonly used phrases 1100

Technical
Organizer memory 128 KB
Games 1
Display 5 lines/graph
Screen backlight no
Headphones jack yes
PC connection yes
AC adapter jack yes
Batteries (included) 2xAAA
Dimensions (WxDxH) 117x89x15 mm; 4,6x3,5x0,6 in

Value pack
1 year warranty yes
Bonus & demo software Yes
Slim case Yes
33 Languages Instant Immersion
Instant Immersion 33 Languages
Also Find MLS Easy Immersion for 40 Languages - Click Here
Incredible Value! 33 Separate CD ROM Language Courses...WOW!!!

33 Interactive CD ROM Discs

Arabic
Bengali
Brazilian
Chinese
Dutch
English
Farsi
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hebrew
Hindi
Hungarian
Irish
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Latin
Norwegian
Polish
Punjabi
Russian
Slovak
Spanish
Swahili
Swedish
Tagalog
Thai
Tibetan
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Zulu

Follow the 3 R's!
Instant Immersion lets you set your own pace for language learning!

Interactive Vocabulary Building In:

Salutations & Greetings
Essential Words & Phrases
Food

1. Receive - interactive, customized instruction from native speakers and translators.


2. Repeat - the lessons and animated drills using the record & playback features.


3. Review - your progress with quizzes & games at escalating difficulty levels.

With the step-by-step instruction in 33 native tongues making up Instant Immersion 33 Languages, your only dilemma is deciding which language you want to speak first! Join your live-action CD-ROM hosts as they guide you effortlessly through the 33 Talk Now! discs, each devoted to its own language. Follow along at your own pace to the animated Word Practice and Speaking Practice warm-ups, building vocabulary in subjects from Salutations to Shopping. Then, exercise your newfound linguistic skills with a variety of games and activities including "The Dealer" and his fast-paced drills at increasing difficulty levels. Pick any dialect from Instant Immersion 33 Languages, then get ready to Talk Now!
Choose any dialect in the world, and you're virtually assured of finding it among Instant Immersion 33 Languages, the revolution in foreign language learning. Ideal for travel or scholarly pursuits, each of the 33 CD-ROMs is devoted to one global language, exploring essential vocabulary and phrases in subjects ranging from Food to First Words; Colors to Countries. And with the effective user-friendly immersion of EuroTalk's Talk Now! method, comprehending and conversing anywhere on the globe is as simple as perusing an atlas. From the Creole spoken in Haiti, to the Cantonese dialect of Hong Kong, Instant Immersion 33 Languages uses a uniquely engaging blend of intuitive features that translates to multilingual proficiency
System Requirements:
PC: Windows 95 and higher, including XP, 486 processor or better,16 MB RAM, VGA display (256 colors), 4X CD-ROM drive, Sound card, Mouse, Microphone (recommended), Printer (optional), Internet Access (optional)

MAC: System 7.5.5 or above, G3 or G4 processor, 16 MB RAM, 256 color display, 4X CD-ROM drive, Sound card, Mouse, Mac compatible microphone (recommended), Printer (optional), Internet Access (optional)
ASL Instant Immersion
  
Do you Really want to learn how to sign?
• The fastest, most intuitive way to learn American Sign Language.
• Extremely user friendly - suitable for all ages, child through adult.
• Takes you from beginner to advanced intermediate levels.
• Ideal for business, school, and home.
As the third most commonly used language in the United States, American Sign Language is the fastest growing form of communication. Used by both the deaf and hearing community, ASL is the most thorough and eloquent system of signing ever developed. Instant Immersion American Sign Language™ is the quick and easy way many beginners learn how to sign. Based on the same tried and proven techniques that allow people to quickly pick-up a spoken language, the key to success with signing is to immerse yourself. For years, we have known that an immersion environment is the absolute, fastest way to learn a new language. The Instant Immersion™ method provides this atmosphere and allows you to put your lessons to use immediately. Suitable for all ages, this award-winning 4 CD-ROM set includes SigningAvatar™ Friends, Personal Communicator, SignLink™, and HyperSign Kids, which aids children in developing essential analytical skills. With 3D characters, one-on-one interactive dialog features, digital and full-motion video, word and phrase translators, and three interactive games, you will move from beginner to advanced in a surprisingly short time!
SigningAvatar™ Friends
Quickly master American Sign Language with the revolutionary SigningAvatar™ Friends software. Utilizing the same 3D animation graphics found in video games, this extremely user-friendly CD-ROM allows you to choose your own uniquely crafted 3D guide. Whether it’s Andy, Raven, Mona, or Pete, each character will successfully interpret words and sentences while engaging you in one-on-one, interactive dialog. Using signed gestures plus facial expressions, characters emulate the natural form and movement of humans, providing you with an accurate display of signing. Additionally, the speed control feature and rotational tool allow you to customize the rate of signing and adjust the angle of the character.
• Winner of 2 Golden Lasso Awards: “Best in Education” and “Best Overall.”
• Featured on CNN and the BBC’s Science in Action program.
SignLink™
With over 1,000 high-quality video clips for more than 2,300 English meanings, SignLink™ is an all-inclusive, easy-to-understand multimedia dictionary, tutorial, and reference source on American deaf culture and signing. Achieve a firm understanding of American Sign Language by grasping the fundamentals of hand shape, palm orientation, location, movement, and non-manual behavior such as facial expressions. Master the essential topics of fingerspelling, numbers, time concepts, pronouns, and crucial sign linguistics with the Grammar Lessons. Diversify your studies with the exclusive Parameter Search feature, which allows you to create a signed gesture and then find the English equivalent.
Personal Communicator
The most important step in mastering a language is to establish a firm understanding of fundamental concepts. Personal Communicator is a fantastic resource that provides a strong foundation of such essential, basic principles before moving on to advanced skills. With more than 2,500 digital video signs for 4,500 English words, this comprehensive CD-ROM combines three unique features that are easy-to-use and effective! Manually type words or phrases that you want translated with the Word Processing option. Use the English-ASL Dictionary to find definitions and to reference corresponding signs. To complete your study, visit the ASL Playroom where you can mouse-click objects to review their signs and receive audio and video feedback.
HyperSign Kids
Research shows that children who learn several different languages at a young age develop advanced analytical skills far beyond the level that is typically expected of them. HyperSign Kids allows preschoolers and early readers to get an advance start on comprehending the basics of American Sign Language while developing essential problem solving abilities.. Containing 450 words grouped into recognizable categories such as colors, animals, and action verbs, children will quickly master new signs while having fun. Each word from the dictionary is accompanied by a colorful picture to ensure comprehension, while the full-motion videos reinforce key concepts. The three interactive games, Tic Tac Toe, Match Game, and Which One?, can be customized to work on particular words, helping children stay focused, fascinated, and motivated to learn.
System Requirements
PC Compatible Pentium II 300 MHz or faster Windows® 95/98/ME/2000 48 MB RAM (64 MB recommended) 20 MB HD 1024 * 768 pixels, 16 bit high color 4X CD-ROM drive Internet Browser Internet Connection (optional) Sound Card, Mouse, Keyboard, Speaker

Foundation for Endangered Languages
Language Resource Online! donates 5% of all profits from this website to FEL. The funds are specifically earmarked to provide grant funding for groups and organizations actively engaging preservation efforts to save the very essence of humanity as it is embodied within the character and cconstructs of the world's remaining indigenous languages
English 2.0 Instant Immersion
NEW & IMPROVED
Instant Immersion English 5 CD-ROM Set
  • Speech recognition feature - you can even record your own voice
  • Learn 12,000 words
  • Point and click on any object to learn its meaning
  • Special activities module for language basics
  • Instant translations
  • "Succeeds in both the entertainment and educational stakes..." - PC World
  • "People have fun while they're learning..." - Multimedia Magazine
  • "You'll succumb to its charm..." - PC Review
  • "They are certainly addictive..." - The London Times
  • "Five Stars, Best Buy." - What PC? Magazine

Millions of people worldwide have discovered the value of Instant Immersion™, the most effective program available for learning to speak a foreign language quickly. The New and Improved! Instant Immersion™ English suite combines brand new features and speech recognition technology with an authentic learning environment - the best way to master a foreign language. Based on the highly effective EuroMethod™ (an intuitive approach that surrounds you with native speakers and a new culture) this 5 cd-rom suite immerses you in the learning process with cultural videos, entertaining games, and interactive lessons with native speakers. You'll quickly move from beginner level to that of intermediate with the first two discs from Eurotalk™, publisher of language-learning software in Europe. Talk Now and World Talk will have you speaking English faster than any other language-learning software on the market, with fun, easy-to-follow instructions. Speech Solutions builds on the Eurotalk™ discs by introducing more progressive dialogue skills while reinforcing basic pronunciation principles. For building vocabulary, the English Talking Dictionary includes thousands of essential terms. You can also run the start-up directions and definitions in your native language. Rounding out your immersion experience, Who is Oscar Lake, a fun and challenging interactive mystery game, tests your new skills.

Talk Now! is designed for beginners who want to start learning a new language as soon as possible. As handy for business as it is for pleasure, Talk Now! introduces the essential vocabulary needed to successfully communicate in English.

World Talk builds on the fundamentals of Talk Now, taking you to the next linguistic level with more intermediate activities, added dictation, and a recording section - topics covered include the calendar, building sentences, asking directions, and using numbers. With the unique recording feature, you can compare your pronunciation to that of native speakers. By mimicking the actors, you'll reap the rewards of language learning the fast EuroTalk way!

Speech Solutions serves as a thorough English pronunciation guide with all 52 English speaking sounds isolated for maximum comprehension. View close-up animations that provide a visual representation of your speech - helping you understand how to adjust airflow and maneuver the voice box for correct pronunciation. Record and compare your speech to that of a native speaker to further ensure accuracy. You can even make use of several special features dedicated to improving your listening skills - a key aspect in learning any language.

English Talking Dictionary allows you to search for words using 5 different methods: alphabetically, by sound, theme, part of speech, or text - simply type in the word you wish to define. No other dictionary can so easily adapt to an individual's needs and skill level. This unique dictionary allows you to hear a native speaker pronounce each word. You can even compare your speech to the instructor's by using the recording feature. Easily learn over 7,000 essential terms with the aid of thousands of pictures and sample sentences for each root word. This program also provides the translations and instructions in 12 different languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Who is Oscar Lake is the first language-learning program of its kind anywhere. You won't find repetitive drills or endless vocabulary lists here. Instead, Oscar Lake plunges you directly into a foreign city where you must solve a puzzling mystery in a new language. With Oscar Lake, you learn by hearing, seeing, and doing. And because you interact directly with all the characters you meet, you control the pace of the story, the speed of learning, and even the outcome of the game. But be careful! With its multiple endings, Who is Oscar Lake? can make you the hero who recovers the stolen diamond, or the convict who ends up taking the rap!

System Requirements
PC: Pentium® II 200MHz or higher, Windows® 98 or better including XP, 800X600, High color display , 32 MB RAM, 50 MB HD, 4X CD-ROM drive, Speaker, mouse, microphone (optional), printer (optional), internet access (optional)

Compare To Other Brands:
Title Number of CD-ROMS Multiple Native Language Selection Interactive Picture Talking Dictionary Intonation Stres & Linking Exercises Satisfaction Guarantee
Instant Immersion English 5 YES YES YES 100%
Learn To Speak English 4 NO NO NO 30 DAYS
Learn English Now!® 2 NO NO NO 30 DAYS
Berlitz® Communicate & Connect English 2 NO NO NO 30 DAYS
French 2.0 Instant Immersion
NEW & IMPROVED
Instant Immersion French 5 CD-ROM Set

 
  • Speech recognition feature - you can even record your own voice
  • Learn 12,000 words
  • Point and click on any object to learn its meaning
  • Special activities module for language basics
  • Instant translations
  • "Succeeds in both the entertainment and educational stakes..." - PC World
  • "People have fun while they're learning..." - Multimedia Magazine
  • "You'll succumb to its charm..." - PC Review
  • "They are certainly addictive..." - The London Times
  • "Five Stars, Best Buy." - What PC? Magazine

Millions of people worldwide have discovered the value of Instant Immersion™, the most effective program available for learning to speak a foreign language quickly. The New and Improved! Instant Immersion™ French suite combines brand new features and speech recognition technology with an authentic learning environment - the best way to master a foreign language. Based on the highly effective Euromethod™ (an intuitive approach that surrounds you with native speakers and a new culture) this 5 cd-rom suite immerses you in the learning process with cultural videos, entertaining games, and interactive lessons with native speakers. You'll quickly move from beginner level to that of intermediate with the first two discs from Eurotalk™, publisher of language-learning software in Europe. Talk Now and World Talk will have you speaking French faster than any other language-learning software on the market, with fun, easy-to-follow instructions. Talk To Me® builds on the Eurotalk™ discs by introducing more progressive dialogue skills. Including advanced speech recognition technology, Talk To Me® allows you to converse with the software, which corrects your pronunciation and intonation of individual words and phrases. For building vocabulary, the Interactive Picture Dictionary provides thousands of essential terms along with detailed images, illustrations and video clips designed to increase retention. You can even translate words from English to French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Rounding out your immersion experience, Who is Oscar Lake?, a fun and challenging interactive mystery game, tests your new skills.

Talk Now! is designed for beginners who want to start learning a new language as soon as possible. As handy for business as it is for pleasure, Talk Now! introduces the essential vocabulary needed to successfully communicate in French.

World Talk builds on the fundamentals of Talk Now, taking you to the next linguistic level with more intermediate activities, added dictation, and a recording section - topics covered include the calendar, building sentences, asking directions, and using numbers. With the unique recording feature, you can compare your pronunciation to that of native speakers. By mimicking the actors, you'll reap the rewards of language learning the fast EuroTalk way!

Talk To Me® 3.0 ties together the fundamentals covered in Talk Now and World Talk with lessons on pronunciation and dialogue. Using advanced speech recognition technology, Talk To Me® 3.0 allows you to converse with the software - the next best thing to hiring a personal tutor. This feature evaluates and corrects your intonation, stress, and rhythm of individual words and phrases (ensuring that you develop correct pronunciation skills). Create a personalized program by choosing activities that target your problem subjects. Plus, you can easily set our own learning pace by adjusting the difficulty level of the exercises.

Interactive Picture Dictionary allows you to easily explore over 2,000 words in French, Spanish, German, and Italian. Using highly effective picture association techniques, the Interactive Picture Dictionary includes high-quality images, illustrations, video clips, and other memory enhancing tools that make retaining vocabulary simple. Native French speakers introduce the words and phrases, ensuring you receive the most authentic translation available. With interactive games, worksheets, and a printable dictionary, you will quickly memorize key terms used in daily conversation.

Features include:
  • Photographs/video clips for every word
  • Categories include: clothes & accessories, conversation, food & drink, medical, travel and transportation
  • Extensive search feature
  • Interactive games

Who is Oscar Lake is the first language-learning program of its kind anywhere. You won't find repetitive drills or endless vocabulary lists here. Instead, Oscar Lake plunges you directly into a foreign city where you must solve a puzzling mystery in a new language. With Oscar Lake, you learn by hearing, seeing, and doing. And because you interact directly with all the characters you meet, you control the pace of the story, the speed of learning, and even the ou