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Military, Law Enforcement, and Security

Ectaco Speech-to-Speech Military SpeechGuard GI-4a
for English-Arabic, English-Pushtu, English-Dari, English-Indonesian, or English-Tagalog
Military operations can be full of personal danger and the pressure to get the job done can be immense. The Military SpeechGuard can help reduce the stress of trying to communicate with captives and foreign allies alike and have you communicating easily in no time at all. Recognizing thousands of English phrases, its clear voice output in Tagalog can be easily heard using its built-in speaker or connected to an external amplifier to help get your message across no matter what the conditions. Its patented My SpeechGuard section allows you to add new entries and make notes of frequently used phrases from the databank. A high-quality back-lit touch screen provides ease of use in situations where the light conditions may be less than optimal. Tough, rugged and tireless, this unit is powered by a rechargeable Li-Polymer battery, is both dust and water resistant and provides you with everything you need in your effort to communicate. Now you have another weapon in your arsenal to combat miscommunication, save lives and win the war!
$699     
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Ectaco Medical, Fire & Rescue SpeechGuard MD-5 for English-Spanish
On the front lines when it comes to helping those in need and providing the assistance that can make the difference between life and death, emergency workers are often hindered by the miscommunication that may arise between the people they are trying to help. In a profession where seconds count, waiting for an interpreter to arrive is rarely a viable option. Created specifically for the emergency response community, the Ectaco Medical, Fire & Rescue SpeechGuard MD-5 addresses these problems by providing a way to communicate instantly without any knowledge of a foreign language. The MD-5 understands thousands of medical, fire and rescue phrases spoken in English, and is capable of pronouncing the translations back to those you are trying to help in any language you choose. Able to contain more than 20 languages, you decide which languages you need in the unit. Then, by simply speaking into the device in English, this hands free/eyes free operational unit produces 100% understandable translations spoken by profession native-speakers. Now you have the assistance you need to make the right decision and provide the help that saves lives.

Ectaco Medical SpeechGuard MD-4s for English-Spanish
Communication is absolutely indispensable to comprehensive and effective health care. Without it both the doctor and the patient suffer and when it is a matter of moments, misunderstanding can be tragic. The new ECTACO Medical SpeechGuard helps you to be understood when there is no room for imprecision and guess-work. Not only will this powerful and sophisticated handheld assist you communicating with your patient but it will provide the peace of mind that comes from knowing that you have based your diagnosis on all the available facts. The information in this invaluable handheld is compiled from hundreds of medical reference books. It puts a library of important information in the palm of your hand and is accessible by simply touching the screen. This model recognizes English speech and pronounces translations in Spanish. You can also create a personal database of the phrases and words you find yourself using most often with the My SpeechGuard function. This unit will allow you to ask the questions you need answers to in Spanish and help you understand the response. With the Medical SpeechGuard MD-4s you now have a new diagnostic tool at your command!

Ectaco Law Enforcement SpeechGuard PD-5
Police work is dangerous enough without the added risk of language-based miscommunication. When tension levels are running high or even when interrogating a suspect there is often no time to wait for the arrival of interpreters. The Ectaco Law Enforcement SpeechGuard PD-5 provides instant backup for you and your partners in situations where communication barriers prevent you from carrying out your duties, saving lives, and bringing a situation under control. Designed specifically for use by Law Enforcement personnel, the Law Enforcement SpeechGuard PD-5 provides officers with access to thousands of directives, phrases, and questions that can all be issued without looking at the device. Recorded by professional native-speakers, all phrases are designed to be 100% understandable in extreme noise environments. Simply speak up to 3 words into the device in English and have a phrase spoken back in the language of the person you need to communicate with. Current languages include Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Chinese (Mandarin), Polish, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, and Farsi (Persian) with the possibility to add more languages upon special request.

Ectaco Police SpeechGuard PD-4c
When law and order are in question, one cannot risk using anything other than an Ectaco Police SpeechGuard™! The unit understands thousands of typical police commands spoken in English and is capable of pronouncing the translations in Arabic, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Chinese (Mandarin), Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, and Farsi (Persian). Police work demands from an individual to constantly be on guard, to detect, anticipate and resolve intense and disorderly situations in any community, in any language. So, in instances where misunderstandings are unaffordable, and you are dealing with persons who speak no or little English, use the SpeechGuard™ to ask questions, and to get answers in the form of clear-cut signs and words that you can understand. The unit offers easy, voice prompted topic navigation. The 'My SpeechGuard' section will store your personal data and entries. Durable and easy to use, the SpeechGuard is the choice of professionals.

Ectaco Attorney SpeechGuard AT-4
In legal matters, the outcome of a case can hang on a single word. Don’t let misunderstandings compromise you or your client’s position. With the Attorney SpeechGuard you will be able to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely with your client – all indispensable conditions for the successful presentation of a case. This portable and discreet handheld device recognizes English, contains a large number of frequently used phrases and expressions particular to the work of the legal professions and then speaks them aloud in Spanish. When working with those who may not speak English you no longer need resort to imprecise methods of communication. With the SpeechGuard you will be prepared to put everyone at ease while effectively dealing with the full range of legal matters required of you. The choice of savvy legal professionals working with non-native English speakers, this rugged and convenient device offers straightforward, voice-activated topic navigation as well as allowing you to store your own personal entries. The high-quality touch screen is equipped with a backlight for easy readability in less than optimal lighting conditions and a volume control to allow you to maintain your client’s privacy. Equipped with a multimedia card slot (card included) you can easily update the device, keeping up with new developments in the field.
Ectaco Attorney SpeechGuard AT-4
$699  
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Ectaco Transport Security SpeechGuard TS-4
Now the Ectaco Transportation Safety SpeechGuard T-4 is here to help you manage when there are no interpreters around and no time to lose. Useful for evacuation instructions, boarding procedure or checkpoint announcements and directives this handheld device is just the thing when there is no room for misunderstanding. For use in airports, train stations, bus depots, etc this amazing device will issue clear and understandable instructions recorded by native speakers to travelers in 20 languages! Featuring over 2,000 phrases, its clear voice output can be easily heard using its built-in speaker or connected to an external amplifier to help get your message across no matter what the conditions. Its patented My SpeechGuard section allows you to add new entries and make notes of frequently used phrases from the databank. A high-quality back-lit touch screen provides ease of use in situations where the light conditions may be less than optimal. Tough, rugged and tireless, this unit is powered by a rechargeable Li-Polymer battery, is both dust and water resistant and provides you with everything you need in your effort to communicate. Now you have another way to help the people who need it the most and to ensure their security.