NanoPac, Inc.

4823 S. Sheridan Road, Suite 302
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74145-5717
United States
Telephone: 800-580-6086 or 918-665-0329.
Fax: 918-665-0361.
Web: http://www.nanopac.com.
Email: info@nanopac.com.

Products manufactured by NanoPac, Inc. (listed alphabetically)

1. CINTEX4

   CINTEX4 is an environmental control unit designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This system enables the user to dial and answer the phone, control infrared devices such as televisions, VCRs, DVD’s, stereos, CD players, etc., and control appliances such as lights, fans, etc. using voice commands or switch input (an input program such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking Professional or a switch input program for keyboard emulation required, but not included). Users may choose telephone only, appliances only, or both. Telephone features include dialing calls, answering calls, call disconnecting, dialing from a directory, and flash for call waiting redial and voice mail. All functions are hands free. The program automatically synchronize the operation of its phone amplifier with dialing and answering phone calls. Private-Talk is available for individuals wishing to use the same microphone/headset for computer voice input as for the phone. The CINTEX4 Controller controls infrared equipment (TV, VCR, stereo, CD players, cable, satellite etc.) as well as controlling up to 255 X10 devices (lights, appliances, etc.). The controller has the capacity to learn 416 infrared commands (channel up, play, track up, etc.) in addition to the 255 X10 devices. This system is available as software only or as a package with a desktop personal computer or laptop. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible PC computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000 or XP, 500 kilobytes of memory, a serial port, and a modem for phone dialing.

Products distributed by NanoPac, Inc. (listed alphabetically)

1. BRAILLE BOOKMAKER

   The Braille BookMaker is a portable desk-top Braille printer that produces Braille characters on both sides of the page for individuals who are blind. Commands are issued from a calculator-style keypad, and confirmed by tones so that the operator can change settings without having to print out prompts and responses in Braille. A brief comma sequence places the unit in single-sided mode, where it can become a terminal using the optional external keyboard, or generate samples for easier proofreading by a sighted operator. The embosser's performance can reach a daily average rate of 5 hours of actual embossing figures to generate up to a quarter million pages over a full year. The unit is housed in an attache type carrying case. PAPER: This embosser has a rear panel impact control to allow the use of different tractor feed paper stock, ranging from 20-pound computer paper to 100-pound tag. CPS: This printer has a speed of 80 characters per second (cps). BUFFER SIZE: The standard multi-copy buffer size is 30K ($7,995), but can be expanded to 512K ($8,995), which will allow a connected computer to resume editing or calculating while the printer does the embossing by itself. WARRANTY: 1-year.

2. BRAILLE EXPRESS (MODELS 100 & 150)

   The Braille Express, models 100 and 150, is a Braille printer designed to print in book format with two pages on each sheet for individuals who are visually disabled. The printers offer interpoint Braille at a rate of 100 or 150 characters per second. They both print up to 44 characters per line macimum, combine text and graphics on a single sheet, save up to 16 full groups of settings, and emboss raised print characters for tactual or visual reading. A rear panel impact control selector allows users to adjust for different weights of paper from 20-pound computer paper to 100-pound tag. Both printers also provide single sided printing. DIMENSIONS: Printer measures 21.25 x 18 x 8.75 inches. Paper width is adjustable from 1.5 to 13.25 inches. Pafe length is selectable from 3 to 14 inches. WEIGHT: Weighs 52 pounds.

3. BRAILLE KEYTOP LABELS

   The Braille Keytop Labels are overlays for computer keyboards designed to assist individuals who are blind and read braille to recognize the keys. These transparent adhesive labels have braille symbols on them and may be stuck to the keytops for tactile recognition of keys. COMPATIBILITY: For IBM PC and similar keyboards.

4. BRAILLE LITE MILLENNIUM (SERIES M20)

   The Braille Lite Millennium, Series M20, is a Braille notetaker designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Input is through a an eight-dot Perkins-style Braille keyboard, and output is through a 20-character refreshable Braille display and an adjustable speech synthesizer. The Braille Lite M20 features a 56K modem, e-mail capability, word processing, one-key commands, and 14 megabytes (MB) of internal memory. Use of removable SanDisk CompactFlash cards allows virtually unlimited file storage. WinDisk software (included) allows the user to easily transfer files to a personal computer. WhizWheels enable the user to scroll through documents rapidly and easily. The Braille Lite M20 comes with a leather carrying case and strap, documentation, and cables. The unit is available with one or two languages. Available languages include English, Latin American Spanish, French, French Canadian, German, Norwegian, and Italian. OPTIONS: Annual maintenance agreement. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.5 x 5 x 8.25 inches. WEIGHT: Two pounds.

5. BRAILLE LITE MILLENNIUM (SERIES M40)

   The Braille Lite Millennium, series M40, is a Braille notetaker designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Input is through a an eight-dot Perkins-style Braille keyboard, and output is through a 40-character refreshable Braille display and an adjustable speech synthesizer. The Braille Lite M40 features a 56K modem, e-mail capabilities, word processing, quick one-key commands, and 14 megabytes (MB) of internal memory. Use of removable SanDisk CompactFlash cards allows virtually unlimited file storage. WhizWheels allow the user to scroll through documents rapidly and easily. WinDisk software (included) allows the user to easily transfer files to a personal computer. The Braille Lite M40 comes with a leather carrying case and strap, documentation, and cables. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.5 x 5.125 x 11.75 inches. WEIGHT: Two pounds. WARRANTY: One year, with 30-day money-back guarantee of satisfaction.

6. BRAILLE 'N SPEAK

   Braille 'N Speak is an electronic braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The unit features a six-key Perkins-style braille keyboard and the capability to provide output in print, synthesized speech, or braille. This portable stand-alone data manager offers a simple command structure; word processing capabilities and spell check; a fully-adjustable speech synthesizer which enables the user to control the rate of speech, tone, pitch, and more; a Grade 2 Braille back-translator for standard print output; and the capacity to operate in two languages. The unit is available with an English module only, with English and one of 14 other languages, or with any two of 14 non-English languages Other features include a one-handed operation mode; a double-speed mode; the capability to run external software; 786 kilobytes of RAM and two megabytes of flash ROM; and a talking clock, calendar, telephone directory, scientific calculator, and stopwatch. The complete package includes the Braille 'N Speak, a soft leather case, a serial cable, a computer interface kit, a manual in print and on audio cassette, and a braille quick-reference guide. POWER: A rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery (included) provides 25 to 30 hours of use between charges. An alternating current (AC) adapter/charger (included) enables operation using standard household current. OPTIONS: Braille manual, service contract, 9-volt battery adaptor for five hours of emergency power using a 9-volt battery, and parallel printer cable. DIMENSIONS: 8 x 5 x 1.25 inches. WEIGHT: One pound. WARRANTY: One-year warranty from date of receipt.

7. BRAILLE SENSE

   Braille Sense is a braille notetaker, refreshable braille display, and digital recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It has an 8-key braille input keyboard and a braille display with 32 braille cells and cursor keys. Other features include an MP3 player, voice recording, and a liquid crystal display (LCD) display for teaching braille to beginners (Korean version only). This device can be used for word processing, file management, writing and reading e-mail, and as a web browser and media player. Utilities include calendar, clock, and calculator functions. Files can be shared with a desktop computer through USB interfaces or with other notetakers through infrared communication. Sound output is through an internal stereo speaker or stereo headphone jack; voice recording uses an internal microphone or an external microphone jack. This unit has two USB and two CF slots, a serial port, and a parallel port. It uses the Windows CE.NET operating system with an Intel X-Scale (PXA255) central processor and 64 megabytes (MB) of Flash memory. The package comes with a carrying bag, manuals in print and braille, a USB cable, a serial cable, and earphones. OPTIONS: Compact flash card, USB stick memory, USB 3.5-inch FDD. POWER: Uses a lithium ion battery with back up battery installed. An alternating current (AC) adapter is included. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.1 to 1.9 (in the middle) x 6.1 x 10 inches. WEIGHT: 2.7 pounds.

8. BRAILLECONNECT 12

   The BrailleConnect 12 is a braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has 12 refreshable Braille cells and can be used to read and write text messages and operate a mobile phone or a personal digital assistant (PDA) or notetaker. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.7 x 8.1 x 13.0 centimeters.

9. BRAILLENOTE APEX (MODEL BT 18)

   The BrailleNote Apex, model BT 18, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has an eight-dot braille keyboard, voice output, and an 18-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX31 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SDRAM; three USB 2.0 host ports and one USB 2.0 client port; Ethernet port to connect to computer networks; WiFi to connect to the Internet; Bluetooth 2.1 to connect to cell phones, keyboards and other devices; stereo speakers; and an internal omni-directional microphone. The BrailleNote Apex BT 18 includes the KeySoft Suite of applications which features a word processor; book reader; Web browser; email client; voice memo; media player; streaming audio player; and Keychat for instant messaging (IM). POWER: Rechargeable and user-replaceable lithium-ion battery. OPTIONS: USB voice modem; GPS receiver via Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.78 x 9.61 x 5.63 inches. WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds. WARRANTY: Warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.

10. BRAILLENOTE APEX (MODEL BT 32)

    The BrailleNote Apex, model BT 32, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has an eight-dot braille keyboard, voice output, and a 32-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX31 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SDRAM; three USB 2.0 host ports and one USB 2.0 client port; Ethernet port to connect to computer networks; WiFi to connect to the Internet; Bluetooth 2.1 to connect to cell phones, keyboards and other devices; stereo speakers; and an internal omni-directional microphone. The BrailleNote Apex BT 32 includes the KeySoft Suite of applications which features a word processor; book reader; Web browser; email client; voice memo; media player; streaming audio player; and Keychat for instant messaging (IM). POWER: Rechargeable and user-replaceable lithium-ion battery. OPTIONS: USB voice modem; GPS receiver via Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.78 x 9.61 x 5.63 inches. WEIGHT: 1.8 pounds. WARRANTY: Warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.

11. BRAILLENOTE APEX (MODEL QT 18)

    The BrailleNote Apex, model QT 18, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has a standard alphabetic (QWERTY) keyboard, voice output, and an 18-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX31 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SDRAM; three USB 2.0 host ports and one USB 2.0 client port; Ethernet port to connect to computer networks; WiFi to connect to the Internet; Bluetooth 2.1 to connect to cell phones, keyboards and other devices; stereo speakers; and an internal omni-directional microphone. The BrailleNote Apex QT 18 includes the KeySoft Suite of applications which features a word processor; book reader; Web browser; email client; voice memo; media player; streaming audio player; and Keychat for instant messaging (IM). POWER: Rechargeable and user-replaceable lithium-ion battery. OPTIONS: USB voice modem; GPS receiver via Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.78 x 9.61 x 5.63 inches. WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds. WARRANTY: Warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.

12. BRAILLENOTE APEX (MODEL QT 32)

    The BrailleNote Apex, model QT 32, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has a standard alphabetic (QWERTY) keyboard, voice output, and an 18-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX32 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SDRAM; three USB 2.0 host ports and one USB 2.0 client port; Ethernet port to connect to computer networks; WiFi to connect to the Internet; Bluetooth 2.1 to connect to cell phones, keyboards and other devices; stereo speakers; and an internal omni-directional microphone. The BrailleNote Apex QT 32 includes the KeySoft Suite of applications which features a word processor; book reader; Web browser; email client; voice memo; media player; streaming audio player; and Keychat for instant messaging (IM). POWER: Rechargeable and user-replaceable lithium-ion battery. OPTIONS: USB voice modem; GPS receiver via Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.78 x 9.61 x 5.63 inches. WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds. WARRANTY: Warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.

13. BRAILLENOTE PK

    BrailleNote PK is a braille notetaker and personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has an eight-key braille keyboard, speech output, and an 18-cell braille display with thumb navigation by line, sentence, or paragraph. Other features include Bluetooth technology for connecting to wireless devices; USB functionality; WiFi (wireless) connectivity; Internet Explorer (version 6); and KeySoft media player. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.3 x 3.6 x 6.8 inches. WEIGHT: 0.99 pounds.

14. BRAILLIANT 80

    Brailliant 80 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This braille display has 80 braille cells and can be used to read the screen of a computer that is loaded with a screen reader program. A copy of the Window Eyes screen reader is included (see separate entry). This braille display has Bluetooth, USB, and serial interfaces. POWER: Uses the included battery. Battery life is 25 to 30 hours with Bluetooth connectivity, or 100 hours when connected via USB. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.85 x 3.03 x 22.28 inches. WEIGHT: 2.36 pounds.

15. CLASSMATE READER

    The ClassMate Reader audio book player is a voice output electronic text reader designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities or low vision. This unit reads electronic text and digital recorded books aloud and simultaneously displays text on its color screen. The user can highlight text and enter bookmarks by touching the screen. The user also can record text or voice notes within the text, and transfer them to a computer through a USB 2.0 port. It also can store and retrieve data from USB flash drives through the USB port, and two USB cables are included. The ClassMate Reader features a speaking dictionary containing more than 25,000 words, and it provides spelling, pronunciation and definitions. The built-in text-to-speech (TTS) engine uses Nuance Vocalizer with two female voices and one male voice. It can play digital files in a variety of formats, including DAISY 2.x, DAISY NISO, NIMAS, MP3 WAV, ogg Vorbis, unprotected WMA, txt, RTF, HTML, and XML. The unit has voice recording through a built-in microphone and playback through stereo headphones (included) or a built-in speaker. It has a built-in stand for hands-free listening and a built-in user guide. POWER: Uses a replaceable, rechargeable battery. A power adapter is included. One charge supports 7 hours of playback, and the battery can fully recharge in 4.5 hours. DIMENSIONS (WxLxH): 3.54 x 6.1 x 0.98 inches. The screen measures 2 x 3 inches. WEIGHT: 10.7 ounces. WARRANTY: 1-year warranty.

16. COMBINATION BRAILLE / LARGE PRINT KEYTOP LABELS

    The Combination Braille/Large Print Keytop Labels are embossed keytop overlays designed to be affixed to the top of computer keyboard keys for facilitated key recognition by persons with low vision or who read braille. The labels are adhesive-backed with braille symbols and large print characters on them. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM PC and other 101-key keyboards.

17. DOLPHIN PEN

    The Dolphin Pen is an access software pen drive designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This USB pen drive device comes loaded with Dolphin Computer Access software, and allows users to carry the software with them and run it on any personal computer (PC) on which Dolphin Interceptor software has been installed (this software can be installed from the pen drive if it has not been previously installed on the PC). The device is available with one of four computer access programs: Supernova screen reader / screen magnifier software, Hal screen reader software, Lunar screen magnification software, or Lunar Plus screen magnifier / screen reader software (see separate entries). When the device is inserted into a computer's USB port, the access software begins running automatically with the user’s personal settings. When the device is removed from the USB slot, the software ceases running and the PC is ready for another user. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers running Windows. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 2000, XP Home, or XP Professional; Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 5 or later; Intel P2 400 megaHertz (MHz) equivalent or higher processor; 125 megabytes (MB) free hard disk space; 128 MB memory; PCI or AGP graphics card; Sound Blaster compatible sound card; and a USB port. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 7 x 2 centimeters.

18. ET BRAILLE PRINTER

    The ET Braille Printer is a desktop interpoint printer designed for printing on both sides of the paper at higher speeds for individuals with visual disabilities. The ET is an improved version of the Juliet (see separate entry) with a 40 character line and a speed of 60 characters per second. It will accept paper weighing from 20 to 100 pounds and prints on either one or both sides of the paper. Other features include high resolution graphics and a multi-copy buffer, which will print a 30 page document over and over without tying up the computer. A rear panel impact control allows the user to select perfect Braille for different paper. ET can also add well-defined Braille to heavy plastics and some light metals to Braille on signs. The printer comes standard with continuous tractor feed. COMPATIBILITY: Fully compatible with popular braille translators for IBM, Apple, and Macintosh computers through its standard parallel and serial ports. OPTIONS: Single sheet feed is available. DIMENSIONS: Printe measures 11.5 x 24.63 x 8.69 inches. The paper width is adjustable from 1.5 to 15 inches. The paper length is selectable from 3 to 14 inches. WEIGHT: Measures 50 pounds.

19. FLIPPER

    Flipper is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Flipper consists of a lightweight camera that sits on a rolling base, rotates 225 degrees and connects to any television. The user points the camera in the desired direction and views the magnified image on the connected television screen. Control knobs allow the user to change the magnification level and contrast. This magnifier can also be connected to a computer monitor, although additional hardware may be required. Flipper can be used for near, intermediate, and distance viewing. The magnification range is 6 to 30 times original size for near objects and 1 to 12 times original size for distant objects. Flipper magnifies in full color with auto-focus magnification and multiple contrast options, and can magnify images on any surface. The system includes a video cable, switch assembly, and power adapter. OPTIONS: Flippper Stand allowing the unit to function as a desktop video magnifier (see separate entry); carrying case. DIMENSIONS: Less than seven inches high. WEIGHT: One pound. WARRANTY: One year.

20. FLIPPER STAND

    The Flipper Stand is a video magnifier stand designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is compatible with both the Flipper and FlipperPort video magnifiers (see separate entries). It holds the Flipper or FlipperPort camera unit 15 inches above a platform to view blackboards, screens, and presentations in a classroom or auditorium setting. The camera can be rotated left or right. The stand also converts to a desktop video magnifier by pointing the camera unit down towards the table. The Flipper magnification range is 6 to 40 times original size for near viewing, and 1 to 24 times original size for distance viewing. The stand has an extra large working space with a locking table. WARRANTY: 1 year.

21. FOCUS 40 BRAILLE DISPLAY & FOCUS 80 BRAILLE DISPLAY

    Focus 40 Braille Display and the Focus 80 Braille Display are refreshable braille displays designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. The Focus 40 has 40 braille cells and the Focus 80 has 80 cells. These displays navigate the Windows environment and a new design eliminates seams between the braille cells, making the display feel like paper. The location of navigation keys, bars and buttons promotes comfort and economical hand movement. An additional Perkins-style keyboard is located behind the front panel. All buttons can be individually configured to set up hot keys for specific functions. Whiz Wheels enable the user to scroll by line, sentence, or paragraph, or pan through a document. Front panel select buttons used in combination with panning buttons, rocker bars, and cursor router keys enable the user to select a block of text, page up or down, or move to the beginning or end of a document. Ten dual-purpose hot keys give instant access to many braille and JAWS (see separate entry) commands: enable contracted braille, switch to display modes such as structured and line mode, or perform keyboard commands like TAB, SHIFT+TAB, HOME, and END. Rapid Reading Mode configures the display to use only 20 cells of braille for faster reading with minimal hand movement. VariBraille allows the user to select the firmness of the braille display. Both models connect to a desktop personal computer (PC) or laptop computer using a USB port. Both models include cables, manuals, a leather carrying case, and an adjustable laptop/keyboard stand/handle. DIMENSIONS: The Focus 40 is 13.7 x 5.3 x 1.7 inches. The Focus 80 is 23.8 x 5.3 x 1.7 inches. WEIGHT: The Focus 40 weighs 2 pounds, 10 ounces and the focus 80 weighs 4 pounds. WARRANTY: A 24-month warranty against manufacturing defects from date of receipt is standard. An optional one-year product maintenance agreement is available for both models.

22. IBM VIAVOICE SPEECH RECOGNITION SDK

    The IBM ViaVoice Speech Recognition SDK (Software Developers Kit) is a voice output and software authoring program designed for use by software developers to create software accessible to individuals who are blind or have low vision or upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This kit contains documentation, samples, and tools to help the developer to speech enable applications using IBM ViaVoice dictation and/or command & control Runtimes. This large vocabulary speaker-dependent voice recognition technology dynamically converts voice into text for a wide variety of application uses, including dictation and/or live computer navigation. The software development kit supports a US English development environment to speech-enable applications in multiple languages. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: 266 megaHertz (MHz) processor and 256 Kilobyte L2 cache or equivalent; Windows 95 OSR2, 98, Me, NT SP5, XP, or 2000 operating system; 64 megabytes (MB) RAM for Windows 95/98/Me/NT, or 96 MB RAM for Windows 2000; 450 MB of available hard disk space; 16-bit sound card; noise canceling microphone; Quadspeed CD-ROM drive; and IBM ViaVoice RunTime Kit for Windows.

23. JAWS FOR WINDOWS

    JAWS (Job Access with Speech) for Windows is a voice output screen reader program designed to read computer screens for persons who are blind or have low vision. JAWS for Windows installs its own speech synthesizer software, Eloquence for JAWS, which works with the Windows sound card and supports nine languages (U.S. and British English, Latin American and Castilian Spanish, French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, and Finnish). Interactive talking installation makes it easy to set up without sighted assistance. All standard Windows applications, including Microsoft Office XP, are supported without the need for special configuration. Microsoft Internet Explorer is supported, including special features such as links lists, frames lists, forms mode, HTML tables, and graphic labels. A unique scripting language allows customization of nonstandard Windows applications and proprietary software, while other tools allow customization without the need to write scripts. Output is provided to most popular refreshable Braille displays in computer or Grade 2 Braille. New features in JAWS for Windows version 4.01 include support for Windows XP help balloons, support in all Windows operating systems for display settings with more than 256 colors, and automatic disabling of non-optimal visual effects. JAWS for Windows 4.01 comes with a Windows Basic Training Tutorial with over seven hours of audiocassette instruction. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: A computer that will run Windows 95/98/Me/XP Home (Standard Edition) or Windows 95/98/Me/XP Home/NT/2000/XP Pro (Professional Edition); a Windows 95/98/Me or Windows NT/2000 Pro compatible sound card to run the Eloquence for JAWS synthesizer, or another JAWS-compatible synthesizer; 32 MB of available random access memory (RAM) for the Standard Edition and 64 MB for the Professional Edition using Windows 2000; 50 MB of available hard disk space; and a VGA or higher-resolution video adapter (Super VGA 256-color recommended). OPTIONS: Standard Edition or Professional Edition, Software Maintenance Agreement, and Multi-User Licensing.

24. JORDY

    JORDY is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is worn like a pair of glasses, and can be used for such activities as watching television, using a computer, reading and writing, painting, playing cards or board games, and more. Objects are magnified up to 30 times. This video magnifier features a wide field of view, automatic focus, object locator capability, focus lock capability, and digital zoom capability. There are four viewing modes: Full color, black and white, high contrast positive, and high contrast negative. This magnifier comes with a control unit, a plastic case, a belt clip, glare shields, and a cleaning cloth. POWER: Uses a rechargeable battery (included) or alternating current (AC) adapter (included); a battery charger is also included. OPTIONS: Soft carrying case; JORDY Stand allowing the unit to be used as a desktop video magnifier (see separate entry).

25. JORDY STAND

    The JORDY Stand is a video magnifier stand designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is designed for use with the JORDY head-mounted video magnifier (see separate entry). When the headworn device is placed in this docking stand, and the stand is attached to a monitor, the JORDY functions as a desktop video magnifier. The stand can be used with any monitor, including a computer monitor. The stand uses the same controls as the JORDY glasses. It has an extra large working space with a locking table and a built-in lighting system. WARRANTY: One year.

26. KNFBREADER MOBILE

    The knfbReader Mobile is a cell phone, optical character recognition device, and voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The user takes a photo of the text to be read with the built-in cell phone camera, and the text is read aloud. An automatic viewfinder tells the user whether the entire document is in the photo. While the text is being read, the device can display the text on the phone’s built-in screen and highlight each word as it is spoken. The device can also recognize U.S. currency. Scanned text can be stored on a flash memory card, or transfered to and from a computer or a braille notetaker. Reading speed is adjustable. The cell phone is a Nokia N82 using a Symbian S60 operating system, with a built-in 5-megapixel autofocus camera with xenon flash. The phone has 40 megabytes (MB) free RAM, 50 MB free Flash storage, and a Flash card slot. Supported languages are US English or UK English. The device comes with polarizers for the camera and flash, and printed and on-device help files (braille available by request). OPTIONS: Voice output software for cell phone functions (Talks or MobileSpeak); GPS software; and phone case.

27. KURZWEIL 3000 FOR WINDOWS

    Kurzweil 3000 for Windows is an optical character recognition (OCR) and test program with voice output designed for use by individuals with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. This OCR software scans documents and reads scanned or electronic text aloud using synthetic speech. Documents are shown on screen with words highlighted as they are spoken. This combined auditory and visual presentation of information helps increase reading accuracy, speed, and comprehension for struggling readers. This software can read documents in portable document file (.pdf), hypertext markup language (HTML), and DAISY digital talking book formats. It presents the original image, with color graphics, photographs, and columns intact, while reading the text aloud. Documents can also be opened, edited, and saved in Microsoft Word format. The program offers a suite of learning tools, including syllabification, pronounciation, text preview, thesaurus, phonetic spelling, and a dictionary. Users can choose from a variety of output voices, and can speed up or slow the pace and replay any word or phrase at will. The user may also select from continuous, self-paced, or word-by-word reading modes. The program also enables users to take notes, add them to the document, and read, print, and review them. As a test-taking program, this software allows teachers to accommodate students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP) needs for visual and auditory accommodations. The software reads questions and answers aloud, and allows students to type answers directly onto the image of a scanned test. Another feature of this software is the ability to automatically search for books by title or author on electronic text repositories such as Bookshare.org, Project Gutenberg, or the Baen Free Library, and then download and read those books. OPTIONS: Three versions of Kurzweill 3000 for Windows are available: a scan/read color version ($1,895), a scan/read black-and-white version ($1,095), and a read-only version called Read Station ($349). The Read Station program can be used by students who obtain scanned reading materials from their teachers and therefore do not need their own scanning software. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: 300 megaherz (MHz) Pentium III or better processor Windows 95/98/ME/2000/NT/XP, 128 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM), 300 to 400 MB hard disk space, CD-ROM drive, 16-bit high color display support for color images, SVGA monitor with 800 by 600 resolution or higher, sound card and speakers, and a TWAIN-compliant scanner.

28. LUNARPLUS ENHANCED SCREEN MAGNIFIER

    LunarPlus Enhanced Screen Magnifier is a screen magnification program with voice output designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software provides speech output, screen magnification up to 16 times the usual size, high resolution type smoothing for all True Type fonts, adaptable split screen facility, overview mode, color changer, and scrolling line view with control of speed, line, and magnification. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 95/98/NT/2000; 16 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM).

29. MAESTRO

    Maestro is a voice output personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is an HP iPAQ Pocket PC made accessible by means of a text-to-speech application and a tactile keyboard membrane over the PDA touch screen. Functions include a calendar, contact list, notetaking, and access to text files. Notes can be taken directly using the tactile keyboard or an external wireless braille or alphabetic keyboard. Files can be transferred to and from a personal computer. The PDA comes with a suite of PC Windows-based applications, including an electronic agenda and contact manager, text notetaking, vocal notes, and synchronization to PC MS Office applications. It has an expansion slot for Secure Digital I/O (SD) cards. Audio output is through an internal speaker or a stereo jack and headset. Audio input is through a microphone. It has a USB port, 400 MHz processor, 64 MB (megabytes) SDRAM memory (55 MB user accessible), and 32 MB Flash ROM. POWER: Uses batteries or AC (alternating current) adapter. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 4.47 x 0.5 x 2.78 inches. WEIGHT: 4.67 ounces.

30. MAGIC STANDARD EDITION & MAGIC PROFESSIONAL EDITION

    MAGic is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software enlarges text up to 12 times and graphics, including Windows, up to 8 times. Other features include complete type through access; follow-the-cursor, follow-the-mouse, and attribute tracking modes; a screen location display; support for 8-, 16-, 24-, and 32-bit color; color smoothing; ability to use keystrokes to access a list of running programs and system tray items, and to bring up column and row settings, lists of cells, cells, rows, cells with content, and lists of hyperlinks and comments in Word. Additional features include interoperability with JAWS for Windows (not included; see separate entry), and keystroke control of specific functions when using high levels of magnification. The program comes with a large print manual and 120 days of unlimited call-in support from date of purchase. OPTIONS: Available with or without speech output. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: For Standard Edition, Windows 95/98/Me/XP; for Professional Edition, Windows 95/98/Me or NT 4.0/2000/XP Pro.

31. MAXDETAIL HANDS-FREE MAGNIFYING GLASSES (MODEL 1624-5)

    The MaxDetail Hands-Free Magnifying Glasses, model 1624-5, are magnifier glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. These lenses provide 2X magnification and are worn like eyeglasses. They provide clear resolution of minute details for enhanced viewing of small-print materials or intricate hobbies. The glasses focus on near objects with a working distance of 16 inches, and can be adjusted so that each eye lens can be focused separately (±3 diopters). These lightweight lenses are made from durable scratch-resistant PXM plastic. A zippered nylon case is included. DIMENSIONS (HxWxL): 2.75 x 4 x 7 inches. Lens size is 32 millimeters. WEIGHT: 1.7 ounces.

32. MAXEVENT TELESCOPIC GLASSES (MODEL 1624-3)

    MaxEvent Telescopic Glasses, model 1624-3, are binocular magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. These hands-free, head-mounted glasses provide 2.1x magnification, and focus on objects from a distance of 10 feet to infinity. They can be used for viewing sports events, concerts, movies, theater, bird watching, or any other distance viewing activity where a magnified image would be helpful. The Galilean-type lenses are made of PXM material and have a mirrored coating to prevent glare. Each lens can be adjusted separately up to plus or minus 3 diopters for spherical correction. The frame features flexible temples, an open saddle bridge, and rounded edges. A zippered nylon case is included. DIMENSIONS: Temple length is 135 millimeters and frame size is 137 millimeters. The lens size is 32 millimeters. WEIGHT: 1.7 ounces.

33. MERLIN

    Merlin is a desktop video magnifier (CCTV) designed for use by individuals with low vision. This full-color system magnifies images from four to 66 times their original size on a 14-inch monitor. It enables people with low vision to read, write, view photographs, and enjoy crafts and hobbies. Merlin features a large working space; tactile control buttons for easy use; four viewing modes (full color, black & white, high contrast positive, and high contrast negative); auto focus; a preset button for preferred settings; an intelligent focus lock; and an object locator feature. OPTIONS: Computer enabled; black and white display; and voice enabled.

34. MERLIN PLUS

    The Merlin Plus is a video Magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This full-color, auto-focus video magnifier system features split-screen capability, line markers, and windowing Merlin Plus Remote Software; color selection for text and background;and four standard viewing modes, including full-color, black and white, high-contrast positive and high-contrast negative. Simultaneous dual-monitor use permits use of a PC and TV concurrently. A foot pedal (included) allows for quick toggle between modes. Button presets enable frequently used magnification settings and accesses favorite settings to be used with one touch. An object locator zooms the camera in and out for ease in changing places or locating a precise place on an object. Instant Auto-Focus with intelligent focus lock brings images and text into focus instantly, with no manual adjustment required. Lock mode maintains focus even when the magnification is changed. A rotary magnification dial changes the magnification size incrementally. The unit is compatible with desktop and laptop computers and provides magnification up to 67x on a 21-inch VGA monitor. OPTIONS: Voice recognition that recognizes the user's voice and responds to user commands. WARRANTY: Three-year warranty with a 30-day money back guarantee. A lifetime warranty option is available for the original purchaser.

35. MOBILE SPEAK POCKET

    Mobile Speak Pocket is a voice output screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This screen reader provides access to mainstream personal digital assistants (PDAs) and PDA phone hybrid devices, including Pocket PCs and handheld computers. Applications that can be accessed with this software include, but are not limited to, Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, File Explorer, Pocket Internet Explorer, Messaging for both SMS and e-mail, Pocket MSN Messenger, PPC Phone application, Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Windows Media Player. COMPATIBILITY: For use with Pocket PC or GSM or CDMA cell phones. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pocket PC or Pocket PC Phone edition of the Windows Mobile operating system.

36. ONYX FLEXIBLE-ARM PC EDITION

    The Onyx Flexible-arm PC Edition is a computer-linked video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system's camera is mounted on an omni-directional articulating arm for magnfication up close or at a distance. Magnified images can be viewed on any computer screen through the included USB connector. The system comes with MAGic screen magnfication software (see separate entry) with speech, enabling the user to view magnified camera images and a magnified PC screen at the same time on a split sreen, or alternately in full screen mode. The camera arm can move horizontally, vertically, and laterally with a total reach of up to 32 inches. The camera magnifies up to 75 times on a 15-inch screen (not included). Other features include focus lock, freeze frame, the ability to change text and background colors and contrast levels, masking and reading lines, and an RF remote control. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Requires support for Microsoft DirectX 9. POWER: Camera uses power from PC via two USB ports. WEIGHT: 4 pounds, 7 ounces.

37. OPEN SESAME SYSTEM II

    The Open Sesame System II is a residential powered door operator designed for use by people who use wheelchairs. The system includes the Open Sesame Deluxe Door Opener (Model 100), an electric strike plate for mounting in the wooden door frame, the wall transformer and wiring, the transmitter, and mounting hardware for inward and outward opening doors. The system opens and closes left- or right-side hinged doors with the touch of a button on the matchbox-sized transmitter which can be mounted on a wheelchair using the included Velcro fasteners. The transmitter features a pressure pad on the face which allows the system to be activated using fingers, the palm, the side of the hand, an arm, or the chin. The system can also be customized for other activation devices and integrated with other environmental controls. Because the system does not use a spring mechanism, the door may be left open or left ajar according to the user's needs. The unit features an adjustable hold-open delay of 5 to 60 seconds and an auto-close setting which causes the door to close automatically after a specified delay when the door has been opened manually. The automatic open/close cycle is interrupted when an obstacle is encountered. The electric strike plate also enables the door to be unlocked via the transmitter while retaining the existing key lock and the automatic clutch disengagement allows unimpeded manual operation of the door when it is not being powered by the transmitter. POWER: The system is powered by a plug-in wall transformer with low voltage wiring, eliminating the need for special electrical outlet installation. The unit also includes battery back-up, allowing the door to be operated in the event of a power failure. OPTIONS: Security entry system, wireless wall pad, extra transmitters, environmental control interface, and custom modifications. WARRANTY: One-year limited workmanship on materials and internal workmanship.

38. PAC MATE 20 PORTABLE BRAILLE DISPLAY

    The Pac Mate 20 Portable Braille Display is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device has 20 refreshable display cells with 10 dual-purpose hot keys in the center for shortcuts to applications, and Freedom Scientific's exclusive Whiz Wheels for navigation by line, sentence, or paragraph through files, dialogs, lists, and menus. Dual cursor router buttons on the back row and buttons on the left and right enable panning forward and backward. The unit features seamless braille cells for a feel like reading braille on paper. The intensity of the braille display dots can be adjusted with the VariBraille feature. COMPATIBILITY: This device supports the Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP and Windows CE 3.0 operating systems. POWER: Uses power from USB A-Mini B cable. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.53 x 11 x 4.8 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound, 12 ounces.

39. PAC MATE 40 PORTABLE BRAILLE DISPLAY

    The Pac Mate 40 Portable Braille Display is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device has 40 refreshable display cells with 10 dual-purpose hot keys in the center for shortcuts to applications, and Freedom Scientific's Exclusive Whiz Wheels for navigation by line, sentence, or paragraph through files, dialogs, lists, and menus. Dual cursor router buttons on the back row and buttons on the left and right enable panning forward and backward. The design of the braille keyboard eliminates seams between braille cells to give the display the feel of reading braille on paper. The intensity of the braille display dots can be adjusted with the VariBraille feature. COMPATIBILITY: This device supports the Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP and Windows CE 3.0 operating systems. POWER: Uses power from USB A-Mini B cable. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.53 x 12.5 x 4.8 inches. WEIGHT: 2 pounds, 3 ounces.

40. PAC MATE BNS

    The PAC Mate BNS is a personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This Pocket PC device has an eight-dot braille keyboard and utilizes JAWS for Windows (see separate entry) for braille and speech output. It provides access to Windows-based desktop data and software applications, and can run Pocket PC versions of popular software programs to manage information internally or to sync up and share data with other devices. With the addition of a modem, it can be used to surf the Internet and send and receive e-mail. This device includes an Eloquence speech synthesizer, which supports many languages, with a dual channel sound card so the speech function can be used while listening to Internet broadcasts. Other features include a calculator, a linear formatting editor, a clock, and a stopwatch. A Personal Points of Interest area allows the user to save selected settings. The device has a USB port for connection with desktop and laptop computers, printers, and other devices in either host or client mode; a PC Card connection for choice of peripherals including modem, micro-drive, diskette drive, CD-ROM, and others; an IrDA port that allows the user to transfer files between this device and other PC products; and a compact Flash port for unlimited document storage. An adjustable strap holds the unit for use while standing. POWER: Uses a user-replaceable battery. OPTIONS: A renewable, annual Product Maintenance Agreement and/or Annual Software Agreement are available. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 5.25 x 9.75 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound, 13 ounces with the battery installed.

41. PAC MATE TNS

    PAC Mate TNS is a personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This Pocket PC device has an alphabetic keyboard and utilizes JAWS for Windows (see separate entry) for speech output. The alphabetic keyboard uses standard JAWS commands. The device provides access to everyday Windows-based desktop data and software applications, and can run Pocket PC versions of popular software programs to manage information internally or sync up and share data with other devices. With the addition of a modem, it can be used to surf the Internet and send and receive e-mail. This device includes an Eloquence speech synthesizer, which supports many languages, with a dual channel sound card so the speech function can be used while listening to Internet broadcasts. Other applications include a calculator, a linear formatting editor, a clock, and a stopwatch. A Personal Points of Interest area allows the user to save selected settings. The device has a USB port for connection with desktop and laptop computers, printers, and other devices in either host or client mode; a PC Card connection for choice of peripherals including modem, micro-drive, diskette drive, CD-ROM, and others; an IrDA port that will allow the user to transfer files between this device and other PC products; and a compact Flash port for unlimited document storage. An adjustable strap holds the unit for use while standing. POWER: Uses a user-replaceable battery. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 6 x 12 inches. WEIGHT: 2 pounds, 9 ounces.

42. POCKET HAL

    Pocket Hal is a screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This screen reader produces voice output for Pocket PCs (PDAs), and it also supports input and output via compatible Braille display devices. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows Mobile 2003 Pocket PC Second Edition (SE), Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition (SE) Phone Edition, Windows Mobile 5 (WM5) for PDA, or Windows Mobile 5 PDA Phone Edition; 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM on the PDA. WARRANTY: 30-day money back guarantee.

43. SAPPHIRE PORTABLE MAGNIFIER

    The Sapphire Portable Magnifier is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It magnifies text and objects from 3.4 to 16 times on a bright, high-contrast display screen. The video image can be displayed in 23 combinations of type and background color, including full color, white type on a black background, and yellow type on a blue background. The top can be opened to magnify three-dimensional objects, or rotated back for reading flat documents or books. For its highest magnification, the magnifier connects with a video cable to a television. A built-in writing stand elevates the magnifier to provide space to work under the camera with a small tool or the writing end of a pen or pencil. A carrying case is included. POWER: Uses rechargeable batteries. DIMENSIONS: 7 inch liquid crystal display (LCD) screen. WARRANTY: 30-day money-back guarantee.

44. SARA SCANNING AND READING APPLIANCE

    Sara (Scanning and Reading Appliance) is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Printed material placed on the scanning area is scanned and then read aloud in a variety of user-selectable voices. Users can pause, fast forward, rewind, or have words spelled out, and the device can be connected to a computer monitor to display the text in large print. The device also plays the audio elements of DAISY formatted digital talking books, and comes with a library of 40 popular public domain books in DAISY format.

45. SCANNAR

    ScannaR (Scan and Read) is a scanner and voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This compact flat bed scanner automatically scans text and reads it aloud. Users can control speed and volume of speech by turning a dial. All functions are performed using seven buttons with tactile markings. In addition to reading printed materials aloud, the machine can store up to 500,000 pages of text, and can be used to capture print materials for the BrailleNote or VoiceNote notetakers (see separate entries) by transferring the saved files using Active Sync. OPTIONS: English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish language versions.

46. TIGER PREMIER 100 BRAILLE PRINTER

    The Tiger Premier 100 Braille Printer is a braille printer designed for use in the production of braille books and documents. Its printing speed is 100 cps (Braille cells per second), with automatic double-sided embossing. The unit comes with the Tiger Software Suite, which can be used for Braille translation from Microsoft Word or Excel and for tactile graphics design in conjunction with computer graphics software such as Illustrator or CorelDraw. OPTIONS: Floor stand for printer; Braille paper. COMPATIBILITY: Connects to IBM-compatible personal computers, network printer servers or braille notetakers through a USB port. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows Vista, XP, or 2000. POWER: 85-264 volts at 50-60 hertz. DIMENSIONS (HxWxD): 8.8 x 22.3 x 13.8 inches. WEIGHT: 60 pounds. WARRANTY: 1-year full warranty on parts and service.

47. TIGER PREMIER 80 BRAILLE PRINTER

    The Tiger Premier 80 Braille Printer is a braille printer designed for use in the production of braille books and documents. Its printing speed is 80 cps (Braille cells per second), with automatic double-sided embossing. The unit comes with the Tiger Software Suite, which can be used for Braille translation from Microsoft Word or Excel and for tactile graphics design in conjunction with computer graphics software such as Illustrator or CorelDraw. OPTIONS: Floor stand for printer; Braille paper. COMPATIBILITY: Connects to IBM-compatible personal computers, network printer servers or braille notetakers through a USB port. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows Vista, XP, or 2000. POWER: 85-264 volts at 50-60 hertz. DIMENSIONS (HxWxD): 8.8 x 22.3 x 13.8 inches. WEIGHT: 60 pounds. WARRANTY: 1-year full warranty on parts and service.

48. TOPAZ DESKTOP VIDEO MAGNIFIER

    The Topaz Desktop Video Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device magnifies objects and printed matter from 2 to 70 times the actual size on a 19-inch monitor. The camera is forward-mounted and a laser pointer helps position the item on the table. The system is available with a 17-inch or 19-inch LCD screen; a 15-inch or 17-inch CRT monitor; or in a camera-only model. All models have user-selectable screen color modes: full color; black on white; enhanced black on white; inverted white on black; yellow text on blue; or blue text on yellow. Foreground and background colors can be customized for a total of 28 color combinations. DIMENSIONS: The forward-mounted camera is a 8.9 inches above the viewing table.

49. TRANSEND LT

    TranSend LT is a dual braille / print printing system designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The system can produce braille together with ink text on alternating lines on the same page. Ink text can be either large or small print. The system consists of a control unit, a dot matrix printer, and a braille printer. TranSend uses text files that can be created by most popular word processing programs. The system has a built-in speech synthesizer which speaks all prompts as they appear on the control unit's screen. POWER: Uses either direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC). OPTIONS: The TranSend LT control unit can be purchased separately or together with an Epsom dot matrix printer and one of the manufacturer's Braille printer models (Romeo 25, Romeo Pro 50, Thomas, ET, Juliet Classic, Juliet Pro, Juliet Pro 60, BookMaker, or Braille Express; see separate entries). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): Control unit is 3 x 12 x 9.5 inches. WEIGHT: Control unit is 9.5 pounds. WARRANTY: One year for the control unit and braille printer, two years for the Epsom printer.

50. VIAVOICE PRO USB EDITION

    ViaVoice Pro USB Edition is a voice input program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and vision disabilities. This continuous speech dictation software allows users to dictate, edit, and correct text in SpeakPad, the resident speech-enabled word processor, or in Word, Excel, or other applications within the Microsoft Office product suites, including Office XP, or directly into a variety of other PC applications. Users can create macros that will run across multiple applications, and can control the speed at which their macros run. This software supports the use of select digital handheld recorders. Other features include IBM ViaVoice Documents, which provides Microsoft Word-based customized templates for letters, reports, faxes, and e-mails, and VoiceMarks, which can read the name of a customized navigation macro to the user as an audio confirmation that the macro is being run correctly. The software comes with a noise-cancelling USB headset microphone. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows XP Professional and Home, Windows 98SE, Me and 2000 operating systems; sound card; USB port; CD-ROM drive.

51. VIAVOICE STANDARD

    ViaVoice Standard is a voice input program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and vision disabilities. This voice recognition software enables users to dictate, edit, correct, and format text in the IBM ViaVoice speech-enabled word processor, SpeakPad. Commands such as File, Open, Save can be spoken, and text dictated into SpeakPad can be exported to other text-based Windows applications through use of a single voice command, or through the Windows Copy and Paste features. Users can also dictate directly into Microsoft Word 2002, Word 2000, and Word 97 to create letters, reports, and other documents. This product comes with a 300,000 word vocabulary that can be customized to add new words, addresses, acronyms, and other personal phrases and expressions. Users can initiate basic commands to navigate Internet Explorer. The software comes with a noise-cancelling headset microphone. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows XP Home, Windows 98 SE, or Windows Me operating system; sound card; CD-ROM drive.

52. VICTOR READER CLASSIC PLUS WITH RECORDING

    The Victor Reader Classic Plus with Recording is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This device plays digital talking books in DAISY format, with navigation by chapter, section, page, and paragraph. The player has variable speed playback with pitch compensation. Users can place multiple bookmarks and record spoken notes while reading. A Key Describer function announces the functions of each key. The device also plays audio and MP3 CDs. The unit is equipped with built-in speakers and a carrying handle. POWER: Uses rechargeable batteries. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 2.1 x 8.2 x 9.3 inches. WEIGHT: 2.64 pounds.

53. VICTOR READER STREAM CD EDITION

    The Victor Reader Stream CD Edition is a handheld digital talking book and MP3 player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It differs from the standard Victor Reader Stream (see separate entry) in that it does not require a PC for loading digital talking books and other content such as e-text files, music, podcasts, and voice recordings. The player comes with a CD player accessory that connects to the player via the included USB cable and can transfer DAISY books directly from a CD to the player's removable 2-gigabyte (GB) SD card (included). Ear buds and a documentation CD are also included. POWER: The player uses a rechargeable battery; battery and recharger are included. The CD accessory has a power adaptor allowing it to use standard 100-240 volt alternating current; 50-60 hertz. DIMENSIONS (HxWxD): 4.6 x 2.6 x 0.9 inches (player). WEIGHT: 6 ounces. COLOR: The player is black and silver; the CD accessory is black.

54. VOICENOTE BT

    VoiceNote BT is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Input is made through a nine-key braille keyboard while output is delivered through synthetic speech. The notetaker has a Windows CE operating system and a program suite that includes a word processor that can read and write files in Microsoft Word format; a planner with a calendar, scheduler, and diary with audible alarms; an address list manager; an e-mail program with POP3 access; a scientific calculator; a file manager; translation programs for translating between text, braille, ASCII, Microsoft Word, and WordPerfect formats; an ActiveSync function with the ability to transfer files between the notetaker and a personal computer; and a remote synthesizer to allow the device to act as a speech synthesizer for other computers. This braille notetake has a visual display function that allows a blind student doing schoolwork in braille to show it to a sighted teacher by connecting the notetaker to a personal computer running a terminal program like Windows Hyperterminal. The notetaker has 8 megabytes (MB) flash disk memory, which is internally upgradeable to 48 MB. Interfaces include an RJ11 telephone socket, an infrared port, a Type 11 PCMCIA card slot, a 9-pin serial port, and a 25-pin parallel port. POWER: Uses internal battery for 21 hours of use or alternating current (AC) adaptor. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.6 x 9.9 x 5.9 inches. WEIGHT: 1.65 pounds.

55. VOICENOTE QT

    VoiceNote QT is an electronic notetaker designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. Input is made through a standard alphabetic (QWERTY) computer keyboard while output is delivered through synthetic speech. This notetaker has a Windows CE operating system and a program suite that includes a word processor that can read and write files in Microsoft Word format; a planner with a calendar, scheduler, and diary with audible alarms; an address list manager; an e-mail program with POP3 access; a scientific calculator; a file manager; translation programs for translating between text, braille, ASCII, Microsoft Word, and WordPerfect formats; an ActiveSync function with the ability to transfer files between the notetaker and a personal computer; and a remote synthesizer to allow the notetaker to act as a speech synthesizer for a personal computer. The notetaker has 8 megabytes (MB) flash disk memory, which can be upgraded to 48 MB. Interfaces include an RJ11 telephone socket, an infrared port, an Type 11 PCMCIA card slot, a 9-pin serial port, and a 25-pin parallel port. POWER: Uses internal battery for 21 hours use or an alternating current (AC) adaptor. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.6 x 9.9 x 5.9 inches. WEIGHT: 1.65 pounds.

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