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Sharper Image 595 Password Safe User Manual
OVERVIEW
Enter one PIN number and have access to 400 Accounts.
Password Safe allows you to save all of your Passwords, Login’s, ATM PIN numbers, store card numbers and more. The user accesses the unit by entering their PIN passcode which they specify during the initial set up. If the unit has been inactive for 3 minutes the unit will go to sleep to protect your passwords and preserve battery life. If this happens the user needs to press ON and enter the PIN again.
- RESET – In case of device malfunction the unit can be reset by using a pen tip to press the “RESET” button on the right hand side of the unit keypad.
- ERASE – If required the user can erase all information in the unit by using a pen tip to press the “ERASE” button on the left side of the unit keypad when the device is on.
BATTERY CONNECTION
The unit uses 3 piece AAA batteries. To change the battery remove the battery compartment door, change the battery and replace the battery compartment door.
In case of malfunction the unit can be reset by using a pen tip to press the “reset” button on the right hand side of the unit keypad. If required the user can erase all information in the unit by using a pen tip to press the “erase” button on the left side of the unit keypad when the device is on.
INTRODUCTION
PASSWORD SAFE PROTECTION
To prevent unauthorized use the unit will lock after 5 incorrect PIN attempts. The unit will lock for 30 minutes.
EASY TO USE
On the top face of the product are a Red ON button, keypad buttons, four directional buttons around an “OK” button and an “ACTION” button;
- Use the Directional buttons to move the cursor around the main menu screen display. “OK” button – to confirm an entry.
- “ACTION” button- to display the on screen main menu allowing the user to View, Add, Edit, Delete accounts and change the Settings of the unit.
FIRST TIME START AND SET UP
- To start and set up the unit for the first time press the RED “ON” button.
- Follow the on screen instructions and press the “OK” button to set up and enter your own Master PIN Passcode to protect unauthorised use of the unit.
- Your Master PIN Passcode can be between 4-16 numbers and/or letters (lower case letters only) – example 23quo89
- When you have entered the PIN Passcode you wish to use press the “OK” and confirm by retyping in your PIN Passcode for a second time then press the “OK” button.
On the screen you will now see the main menu options of;
- VIEW – this is where you can view the accounts you have set up
- ADD – this is where you can add a new account
- EDIT – this is where you can edit an existing account
- DEL – this is where you can delete an existing account
- SETTINGS – this is where you can turn the Sound on/off, change your PIN passcode or change the Auto-off time by following the on screen instructions.
- Use the arrow directional buttons on the top right of the unit to navigate around the screen to choose which option you require then press the “OK” button.
- You can return to the main screen at anytime by pressing the ACTION button.
- In the bottom right hand corner of the screen is a number displaying the number of Accounts you have entered into the unit. On first time set up the number displayed is 0.
- ADD
- To Add an Account press the ACTION button to view the main menu and use the keypad to move the cursor to highlight ADD and then press the OK button.
- “Site” will flash on the first line of the display – use the keypad to add in the website address of the account you wish to enter into the unit. Example – facebook.com and then press OK to go to the second line. “ID” will flash on the second line – use the keypad to add in the email address, login name or user name you use for the account.
- Example – FrancisRick1976@gmail.com And then press OK to go to the third line. “PW” will flash on the third line – use the keypad to add in the Password you use for that account. And then press OK to go to the fourth line.
“Notes” section for the Account – you can add any notes that may be useful for that particular account information. - Press OK to end input of the entry and continue to add further accounts if required or press the ACTION button to return to the main menu.
Note – “Caps Lock” key – by using the Caps Lock key you can enter upper or lower case letters as required. To enter an upper case letter press the - Caps Lock key and then press the button of the letter you require, you will see that it is a Capital letter. To then use lower case press the Caps Lock key again and the letters you type will be in lower case.
Note – “Shift” key – press and hold down the Shift key to use any of the symbols shown in Red on the first two rows of the keypad. - EDIT
- To Edit an Account press the ACTION button to view the main menu. Use the Directional buttons to select “EDIT” and press the OK button. A list of your Accounts will be displayed.
- Use either the Search function or Directional buttons to select the account you wish to edit and press OK.
- To use the Search function just type in the first letter of the account you are looking for and all accounts starting with this letter will be listed.
- The account details will be displayed, use the directional arrows to move the flashing Cursor to select the line you wish to edit and make your required changes. You can move the Cursor anywhere along the line of your entry to make a change. If required you can use the Backspace button to delete a character. Press OK to confirm the change. Press ACTION to return to the Main Menu.
- DELETE
- To Delete an Account press the ACTION button to view the main menu and use the keypad to move the cursor to highlight DELETE and press OK. A list of your Accounts will be displayed. Use the Search function or the directional buttons to select the account you wish to delete and press OK. The account details will be displayed, press OK and then follow the on screen instructions to press OK again to confirm the deletion. Press ACTION to return to the main menu.
- VIEW
- To View an account press the ACTION button to view the main menu and use the keypad to move the cursor to highlight VIEW and press OK. Your list of accounts will be displayed. Use the Search function or down and up directional buttons to select the account you wish to view and press OK.
- Use the directional buttons to view the lines of account information.
- Press ACTION to return to the main menu. Backlit – To make the screen much brighter and easier to use turn on the Back Light button. The
- Back Light button is located on the front face at the bottom left of the Unit with this symbol
- The Backlit function can be toggled on and off as required to save battery power.
FAQs
How do I turn the unit on?
- Press the Red button.
What happens if I forget my PIN Passcode?
- Only you know your PIN Passcode. If you forget your PIN Passcode you will not be able to access the unit. This is to protect your information from unauthorised use. After 5 incorrect attempts to enter a PIN passcode the unit will go to sleep for 30 minutes after which time you can try again.
- If you have really forgotten your PIN Passcode then the only way to access the unit again is to Erase all of the information on the unit and set up a new PIN Passcode. To erase all of your information turn the unit On and then use a ball point pen or similar to press and hold down the ERASE button until the screen asks you to confirm that you want to erase all data by pressing OK. Following this you can proceed to set up a new PIN Passcode and re-enter your data.
Where is the Space Bar button?
- The Space Bar button is the longest button and is located towards the bottom of the unit.
Where is the Back Space button?
- The Back Space button is marked with this symbol and is located on the bottom right of the unit above the Backlit button.
Where is the hyphen – button?
- You can see that the hyphen button is marked in red and is located on the key for R. To use the hyphen symbol press down and hold the Shift key and at the same time use another finger to press down on the R key.
What is the RESET button for?
- In the rare case that the unit malfunctions electronically you can reset it by using a ball point pen or similar to press and hold down the RESET button which is labelled RESET and located on the right hand side of the unit. All the data will be retained.
When I change the batteries will lose my data?
- No the unit has Flash Memory and will retain all of your data during a battery change.
How can I use the Search function?
- To use the Search function just type in the first letter of the account you are looking for and all accounts starting with this letter will be listed.
CAUTION
- As with a small battery, the battery used with this unit should be kept away from small children who might still put things in their mouths. If a battery is swallowed, consult a physician immediately.
- Be sure you insert the battery correctly and always follow the unit and battery manufacturer’s instruction.
- Do not dispose of battery in fire.
- Battery might leak if improperly installed, or explode if recharged, disassembled or heated.
MAINTENANCE
- Handle this product carefully.
- Store this product away from dusty or dirty areas.
- Keep this product away from moisture or extreme temperature.
- Do not disassemble this product. If a problem occurs, remove and replace the battery to reset the unit, or try new battery. If problems persist, consult your warranty card for replacement instructions.
- Use only the recommended battery type.
- Remove any exhausted battery from the product.
- Do not short-circuit the supply terminal.
- Insert battery with the correct polarity.
- Do not drop, knock or shake the product.
- Rough handling can break the display and internal circuit boards.
- Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the display or the touch panel.
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