04-03-2002, 08:39 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
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Seiko InkLink Handwriting System
http://www.dreampages.com?aff=pocketpcthoughts&page=seikinhansys.html
One of our affiliate partners, DreamPages, is now offering a new product dubbed the "Seiko InkLink" - I couldn't find it on the Seiko web site, but I imagine we'll see something soon.
"InkLink allows normal handwriting on plain paper to instantly become �digital ink�. Your notes, drawings, doodles and comments can now become instantly available on PC�s or PDA�s locally, across your network or across the world. Simply write with the InkLink pen on any sheet of paper up to letter/A4 size while the InkLink data clip is attached to one edge of your paper. Each pen stroke is precisely traced and recorded electronically and no digitizing tablet or portfolio is required!
Using Binaural Technology, InkLink locates the position of the pen�s pinpoint position using ultrasonic signals placed a known distance from each other. InkLink�s pen transmits a signal as it writes, allowing the sensor pair mounted in InkLink�s Data Clip to receive and track the signal � and thus know the pen�s position relative to the Data Clip. Thanks to patented Digital Signal Processing controllers, InkLink always knows precisely how far and which direction the pen is relative to the Data Clip."
DreamPages is also offering free ground shipping in the US - use the coupon code "freeshipapr".
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04-03-2002, 09:14 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 90
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Does anyone have one of these? How well do they actually work?
Any samples you could post?
Thanks,
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04-03-2002, 09:26 PM
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04-03-2002, 09:53 PM
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04-03-2002, 11:06 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 110
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I tried SmartPad with a Palm VX - wasn't impressed that much. When the Palm went to sleep there seemed to be problems with the "recogniser" app restarting. I tend to scribble arcane notes (well they mean something to ME) in meetings - so getting an electronic storage version (even without any recognition as such - ie just the "ink") would be well worth it. But it didn't even do that - well it did when you fired the app first time - but not when you switched the Palm back on with the App running. REALLY useful!
To be fair it could be that I gave up too easily - maybe I should have persisted. Of course PPC could be totally different.
I did download the software for the PPC - when they announced compatibility with it - it wouldn't extract because it said I didn't have Palm Desktop loaded. No - that would be because I'm using an iPaq.
I tried their support system - first line was prompt but "bounced" me to somebody in Germany who never even bothered replying - so I gave up (again!).
So - for me at least - not a happy story. But that was Smartpad - not this thing. This sounds pretty interesting - but I'd be a bit cautious and wait for some "happy" stories! :lol:
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04-04-2002, 02:13 AM
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Neophyte
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 9
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SmaprtPad and PocketPC
I have been using a Seiko SmartPad for about two weeks for taking notes on an iPaq. So far it works just fine, and I am very happy with it.
Paul
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04-04-2002, 06:34 AM
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Pupil
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 47
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Here is a quote from some posts a few days ago:
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The Seiko SmartPad (the second version of the older CrossPad) somewhat dovetails into this thread.
I responded to Jason Dunn's post a few weeks ago here:
Seiko SmartPad Post
A key point that fits into this conversation is:
"The best thing about the [SmartPad] Pocket PC version is that it uses Transcriber to recognize your handwriting. It is limited to only key words (for searching purposes) or word strings that are directly transfered to the Outlook task lists but it is as accurate as Transcriber normally is. This is out of the box recognition with no training required unlike the old Cross solution which required significant training. "
I would think that it should simple to extend that recognition beyond a few words and even make it real time.
On the other hand, Casseopia already resells their version of the e-Pen:
E-Pen
This is a wireless pen which uses a receiver that you clip to the top of your paper tablet to triangulate your pen strokes on the paper for real time recognition. It seems promising, but only works for the Cassiopeia right now because of its USB interface. I called their toll free number and was connected to Isreal where I talked to a technician who explained the limitations and why I could not use it with my iPaq. You can, however, download thier Pocket PC software from their website.
Steve
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You can follow the thread here: Cocktail Napkin Thread
Steve
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04-04-2002, 06:40 AM
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Pupil
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 47
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The E-Pen only works with the Cassiopeia because of the usb connectivity. I wonder if this Inknotes will work with the other PocketPCs or only be limited to the Cassiopeia as well?
Steve
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04-04-2002, 11:42 AM
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Ponderer
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 90
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The E-Pen only works with the Cassiopeia because of the usb connectivity. I wonder if this Inknotes will work with the other PocketPCs or only be limited to the Cassiopeia as well?
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Thats weird - I thought it worked via Infra-red?
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04-04-2002, 02:51 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 47
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On the E-Pen, the pen itself is "tracked" wirelessly by an attachment to the top of the writing pad. That attachment is connected via wire and USB to the computer (i.e. desktop, laptop, Pocket PC, etc.).
You can read more at www.e-pen.com
From what I can see on the Inknotes setup, it looks similar in design.
Steve
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Linear Mode
