How do I create an audio file from KIC?

One of the features of the KIC Scanner in the James & Abigail Campbell Library is the ability to create an audio file based on your document scan.

Instructions

  1. Press “Scan”.
    KIC Start Screen
  2. If presented with KSS App screen, press “Continue to KIC”.
    KIC KSS App Advertisement Screen
  3. Place your document under the Click Mini area.
    KIC Placing a Book under the Click Mini Scanner Area
  4. Press “Scan” button in the upper right corner. If presented with the copyright notice, press Accept.
    Scan button
  5. (Optional) If the scanned image needs editing, press the “Compose Content” button towards the bottom right.  In this menu, you’ll be able to crop, adjust brightness, etc.
    KIC Compose Content Button Located in Bottom Right
  6. Repeats steps 4-5 until all pages have been scanned.
  7. With all pages scanned and edited, press the smaller “More Options” button inside the “Send PDF file(s) via E-mail or Insert USB drive” button.
    KIC Send More Options Button inside the Send Email button
  8. Press the “Audio” button towards the bottom right.
  9. Press the “Email” button.
    KIC Send More Options Button
  10. Type in your email address and press Send.
  11. The audio file will begin generating.  Note: The creation of the file can take several minutes depending on the size and complexity of your document.  The KIC is attempting to run optical character recognition (OCR) and generate the audio file.
    KIC Processing Audio File Screenshot
  12. When completed, you’ll be presented that your file has successfully been emailed to you.  Press “End Session” when done.
    KIC End Session

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