User manual FRANKLIN HID-100

[. . . ] Need To KnowTM is a hand-held encryption device that provides virtually unlimited possibilities for encrypting your messages. You need no longer worry about the documents you send to public or hotel fax machines falling into the wrong hands or being read by just anyone. Only those possessing both your password and encoded message will be able to decode the encrypted letters and numbers. Read on to learn how to use your Need To Know to the fullest. HELP NUM Key Guide Shows a help message. [. . . ] Password Safety Each time you use Need To Know, you should enter your password. It is possible to inadvertently enter a new password by pressing keys. 5 6 Encoding a Message After your password is set, you can encode a message. Be wary of long messages; a long message will have an equally long code. Press N-CODE. Decoding a Password Decoding a message is just as easy as encoding a message. Every character must be typed exactly as it is written or the message cannot be decoded. Press CLEAR when done. Typing Different Currencies You can type $, £, and ¥ signs. To type a £ or ¥ , press $ and then until the sign you want appears. If your message didn't decode see "Trouble Shooting" for more help. Be sure to clear the screen after decoding or encoding a message so no one can read it. 7 8 Trouble Shooting I can't decode a. Are you sure the letters or numbers you typed are correct (e. g. , 0 or O, and 1 or I)?Your messages are not actually stored, they are encrypted using a formula. To ensure your message will not be decoded in the future, dispose of the written encoded message so no one with access to your password can encode it. Product Information Model HID-100 · 2-minute shutoff · $, £, ¥ currency symbols · Self-demo · Screen contrast adjustment · Help text · Automatic scrolling and Number Lock · LCD: 1 x 16 characters · Battery 1 CR-2032 3-volt lithium Customer Service If you have a problem with your unit, refer to the limited warranty. If you purchased your unit outside the United States, contact the place of purchase to obtain warranty or repair information. Replacing the Battery The battery in your Need To Know is designed to last for many years. Doing so will change the software in the product and void your warranty. For battery replacement, please send your unit back to Franklin at 122 Burrs Road, Mt. Copyright, FCC Notice, and ISBN ©1994 Franklin Electronic Publishers, Inc. Complies with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. only) Franklin Electronic Publishers, Inc. , ("Franklin") warrants to the end user this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original retail purchase, as evidenced by sales receipt. [. . . ] UNLESS OTHERWISE CONTRARY TO APPLICABLE LAW, FRANKLIN'S LIABILITY SHALL IN NO CASE EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT CLAIMED TO BE DEFECTIVE. This warranty shall not be applicable to the extent that the enforcement of any provision may be prohibited by applicable law. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty may last so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. [. . . ]