Baum Retec AG

Schloss Langenzell
Wiesenbach, D-69257
Germany
Telephone: 011-49-6223-4909-0.
Fax: 011-49-6223-4909-7321.
Web: http://www.baum.de.
Email: info@baum.de.

Products manufactured by Baum Retec AG (listed alphabetically)

1. COBRA BRAILLE

   COBRA Braille is a voice output screen reader and braille output program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It offers the user to option to hear the content of a computer's display through voice output or read the information on a braille display. COBRA Braille accesses the user's computer software programs and optimizes the information on a braille display in text form. The user can switch between Braille Grade I and Grade II by pressing a button, and he or she can input braille via a personal computer (PC) keyboard. The program runs on Unicode which makes texts in Arabic, Hebrew, and Cyrillic/Russian readable. The program also saves all personal configurations in the user's profile. The user also has the option to split the braille display into user defined sections to present different types of information in separate parts of a braille display. COBRA Braille supports multiple braille displays with Terminal Server and Remote Desktop environments. TASO sliders enable the user to get an overview the contents of a computer screen. For speech output, this program allows the user to vary speed, pitch, volume and intonation. COBRA Braille supports the Internet Explorer and Firefox Web browsers. It can also read PDF files with Adobe Reader and emails in Outlook or Outlook Express. The program's built-in optical character recognition (OCR) function recognizes text in graphics and images, analyzes them, and extracts readable text that is made available on a braille display and via speech output. The user can create their own signatures and standardized texts or phrases, and apply them any time with AutoText. COBRA Braille's acoustic hourglass audibly reports the status of the computer system. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 7, Vista, or XP operating system; 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM; 800 megabytes (MB) hard disk space; graphic card; sound card; CD-/DVD-drive; Internet Explorer 7 or 8 or Firefox 3.5; Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007; and Adobe Acrobat Reader 9 or higher.

2. COBRA PRO

   COBRA Pro is a voice output screen reader, braille output, and screen magnification program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It offers the user to option to hear the content of a computer's display through voice output, read the information on a braille display, or see a magnified version of the display on the screen. COBRA Pro accesses the user's computer software programs and optimizes the information on a braille display in text form. The user can switch between Braille Grade I and Grade II by pressing a button, and he or she can input braille via a personal computer (PC) keyboard. The program runs on Unicode which makes texts in Arabic, Hebrew, and Cyrillic/Russian readable. The program also saves all personal configurations in the user's profile. The user also has the option to split the braille display into user defined sections to present different types of information in separate parts of a braille display. COBRA Pro supports multiple braille displays with Terminal Server and Remote Desktop environments. TASO sliders enable the user to get an overview the contents of a computer screen. COBRA Pro can magnify the contents of the display up to 32 times its original size, and it offers three magnification modes: full screen magnification, split screen views, and magnifying glass with enhanced edge smoothing. For speech output, this program allows the user to vary speed, pitch, volume and intonation. COBRA Pro supports the Internet Explorer and Firefox Web browsers. It can also read PDF files with Adobe Reader and emails in Outlook or Outlook Express. The program's built-in optical character recognition (OCR) function recognizes text in graphics and images, analyzes them, and extracts readable text that is made available on a braille display and via speech output. The user can create their own signatures and standardized texts or phrases, and apply them any time with AutoText. COBRA Pro's acoustic hourglass audibly reports the status of the computer system. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 7, Vista, or XP operating system; 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM; 800 megabytes (MB) hard disk space; graphic card; sound card; CD-/DVD-drive; Internet Explorer 7 or 8 or Firefox 3.5; Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007; and Adobe Acrobat Reader 9 or higher.

3. COBRA ZOOM

   COBRA Zoom is a voice output screen reader and screen magnification program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It offers the user to option to hear the content of a computer's display through voice output or see a magnified version of the display on the screen. COBRA Zoom runs on Unicode which makes texts in Arabic, Hebrew, and Cyrillic/Russian readable. The program also saves all personal configurations in the user's profile. TASO sliders enable the user to get an overview the contents of a computer screen. COBRA Zoom can magnify the contents of the display up to 32 times the original size, and it offers three magnification modes: full screen magnification, split screen views, and magnifying glass with enhanced edge smoothing. For speech output, this program allows the user to vary speed, pitch, volume and intonation. COBRA Zoom supports the Internet Explorer and Firefox Web browsers. It can also read PDF files with Adobe Reader and emails in Outlook or Outlook Express. The program's built-in optical character recognition (OCR) function recognizes text in graphics and images, analyzes them, and extracts readable text that is made available via speech output. The user can create their own signatures and standardized texts or phrases, and apply them any time with AutoText. COBRA Zoom's acoustic hourglass audibly reports the status of the computer system. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 7, Vista, or XP operating system; 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM; 800 megabytes (MB) hard disk space; graphic card; sound card; CD-/DVD-drive; Internet Explorer 7 or 8 or Firefox 3.5; Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007; and Adobe Acrobat Reader 9 or higher.

4. POET BE (BOOKEDGE)

   The Poet BE (BookEdge) is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This stand-alone reading machine is designed to allow the user to read bound books without damaging the spine and without having to know how to operate a computer. The user places a book with the text down and its spine flush against the edge of the scanner and then presses a button. The machine automatically recognizes the orientation of document placed on the glass scanner bed, scans the document, converts the picture into spoken language using optical character recognition (OCR), and reads it aloud. The Poet BE's OCR software allows the user full control over reading speed, volume, pausing and moving between text passages. The machine consists of an integrated flatbed scanner with a book edge, built-in speakers, one on/off button, five buttons, and two rotary control knobs. These buttons and knobs are large and have tactile markings. Speech output is human-like and is based on a new generation speech synthesizer. The Poet BE can be connected to a braille display via USB Master Type A. External headphones (not included) can also be used with the machine. OPTIONS: Additional languages and voices, and Baum braille display. POWER: Uses standard 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz power outlet; power cord is included. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 17.7 x 11 x 4.5 inches. WEIGHT: 11.7 pounds.

5. POET COMPACT 2

   The Poet Compact 2 is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This stand-alone reading machine is designed to allow the user to listen to any kind of printed documents without having to know how to operate a computer. The machine automatically recognizes the orientation of documents placed on the glass scanner bed, scans the document, converts the picture into spoken language, and reads it aloud. The machine consists of an integrated flatbed scanner, two built-in stereo loudspeakers, text recognition software with italics adjustment, one on/off button, two buttons, and two rotary control knobs. These buttons and knobs are large and have tactile markings. The first button scans and recognizes texts with high-quality speech output. The second button pauses, stops and starts speech. The control knobs are used to adjust the volume and reading speed to the user's preference when the machine is running. Speech output is based on a new generation speech synthesizer. OPTIONS: Additional languages and voices. POWER: Uses standard 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz power outlet; power cord is included. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 11 x 18.1 x 3.9 inches. WEIGHT: 12.8 pounds.

6. POET COMPACT 2+

   The Poet Compact 2+ is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This stand-alone reading machine is designed to allow the user to listen to any kind of printed documents without having to know how to operate a computer. The machine automatically recognizes the orientation of documents placed on the scanner bed, scans the document, converts the picture into spoken language, and reads it aloud. The machine consists of an integrated flatbed scanner, two built-in stereo loudspeakers, text recognition software with italics adjustment, one on/off button, three buttons, two rotary control knobs, and one menu keypad. The buttons, keypad and knobs are large and have tactile markings. The first button scans and recognizes texts with high-quality speech output. The second and third buttons pause, stop and start speech. The control knobs are used to adjust the volume and reading speed to the user's preference when the machine is running. Speech output is based on a new generation speech synthesizer. The front panel menu keypad allows access to menu functions, speech settings, plug-ins, a CD drive for listening to DAISY books, MP3 files, connecting USB sticks, and a Baum Pronto! organizer. OPTIONS: Additional languages and voices, and Baum braille displays. POWER: Uses standard 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz power outlet; power cord is included. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 11 x 18.1 x 3.9 inches. WEIGHT: 12.8 pounds.

7. PRONTO! 18

   The Pronto! 18 is a braille notetaker and voice output electronic organizer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It has an 18-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located left and right of the display; alternatively, a navistick (mini-joystick) can be used to place the cursor. The Pronto! 18 includes an eight-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes, and it provides natural speech output in addition to the braille display. It can be used as a notebook, calendar with diary, voice recorder, address and phone book, and an MP3 player. The device has four function keys for direct control of critical applications, 128 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM), 64 MB flash memory, and 128 MB flash dish. It also includes a 4 gigabytes (GB) SDHC memory card. The device can be used to read and write emails, navigate the Internet, and chat via MSN Messenger. The Pronto! 18 support English and German speech output. It has a built-in monaural speaker, a built-in microphone, and comes with a 3.5-millimeter stereo jack plug for headphones (not included). Data can be transferred to and from a personal computer (PC) or reading devices, such as the Poet reading machines (see separate entries) via Microsoft ActiveSync. This organizer supports GSM cell phones (reading and writing SMS). Interfaces include Wi-Fi with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) – IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth, USB Type A Master, Mini-USB (slave) to Mini-B type, COM port/serial, and phone. The outer shell is made of painted magnesium and the lower shell is made of plastic. A carrying case is included. POWER: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery with operating time up to 20 hours. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 6.8 × 3.6 × 1.25 inches. WEIGHT: About 1 pound.

8. PRONTO! 40

   The Pronto! 40 is a braille notetaker and voice output electronic organizer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It has a 40-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located left and right of the display; alternatively, a navistick (mini-joystick) can be used to place the cursor. The Pronto! 40 includes two interchangeable keyboards - an eight-key braille keyboard and a standard QWERTY keyboard. These keyboards provide natural speech output in additional to the braille display. The user can switch between the keyboards by exchanging the keyboard module without turning off the device. The Pronto! 40 can be used as a notebook, calendar, voice recorder, address and phone book, clock, standard and scientific calculator, and an MP3 player. It can also provide altitude and compass information. The device has four function keys to quick-launch applications, 128 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM), 64 MB flash memory, and a 1 gigabyte (GB) flash disk. It also includes a 4 GB SDHC memory card. The device can be used to receive and send SMS messages, read and write emails, navigate the Internet, and chat via MSN Messenger. The Pronto! 40 supports English and German speech output. It has two built-in stereo loudspeakers, a built-in microphone, and comes with a 3.5-millimeter jack for an external microphone and headphones (not included). Data can be transferred to and from a personal computer (PC) or reading devices such as Poet Compact, Poet Compact 2+ and Poet BE (see separate entries) using Microsoft ActiveSync. Interfaces include WLAN with WPA2 – IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth, USB Type A Master, Mini-USB (slave) to Mini-B type, serial, and phone. The top of housing is made of aluminum, and the body is made of plastic. A protective slip-cover for traveling is included. ACCESSORIES: Visual display that shows the characters on the braille display and additional reading voices. POWER: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery with 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz power charger (included). Operating time is up to 20 hours. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 11.7 x 6 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: Approximately 2.75 pounds.

9. PRONTO! QS

   Pronto! QS is a braille notetaker and voice output electronic organizer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Pronto! QS includes a standard 69-key QWERTY keyboard with tactile markers for entering data and natural sounding speech output. It can be used as a notebook, calendar with diary, voice recorder, address and phone book, clock, standard and scientific calculator, altitude and compass information, and an MP3 player. It has one built-in microphone and two built-in stereo loudspeakers. Pronto! QS can be connected to a Braille display via Bluetooth or USB. The device features WLAN with WPA2 – IEEE 802.11g, SDHC card slot, four function keys and a navistick to quick-launch applications. The device has 128 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM), 64 MB flash memory, and it includes a 4-gigabye (GB) SDHC card. The USB Master socket allows the user to connect USB memory sticks, iPods and other devices as an additional external storage device with a capacity of more than 4 GBs. The device can be used to receive and send SMS messages, read and write emails, navigate the Internet, and chat via MSN Messenger. The device can support English and German speech output. Data can be transferred from a personal computer (PC) or reading machine such as BAUM Poet Compact, Poet Compact 2+, or Poet BE (see separate entries) using Microsoft ActiveSync. The top of the housing is made of aluminum, and the body is made of plastic. A protective slip-cover for traveling is included. ACCESSORIES: SuperVario 32 or VarioConnect 32 braille displays and additional reading voices. POWER: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery with 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz power charger (included). Operating time is up to 20 hours. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 9.9 x 3.6 x 0.7 inches. WEIGHT: 1.07 pounds.

10. SUPERVARIO2 24

    The SuperVario2 24 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has 24-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located to the left and right of the display, three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, an on/off button, and an internal settings menu in different languages. The unit is available as Human Interface Device (HID) which allows interfacing with computers without any drivers needing to be installed. The device works with screen reading programs such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as other programs such as Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. It connects to a computer through Bluetooth or USB (cable included). The top of the SuperVario2 24's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. OPTIONS: Protective slip-cover for traveling and external 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz USB battery charger. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPhone, iPad or iPod. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.5 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. Operating time is up to 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 8.2 x 3 x 0.8 inches. WEIGHT: 0.8 pound.

11. SUPERVARIO2 32

    The SuperVario2 32 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has 32-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located to the left and right of the display, three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, an on/off button, and internal settings menu in different languages. The unit is available as Human Interface Device (HID) which allows interfacing with computers without any drivers needing to be installed. The device works with screen reading programs such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as other programs such as Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. It connects to a computer through Bluetooth or USB (cable included). The top of the SuperVario2 32's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. OPTIONS: Protective slip-cover for traveling and external 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz USB battery charger. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPhone, iPad or iPod. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.5 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 10.2 x 3 x 0.8 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound.

12. SUPERVARIO2 40

    The SuperVario2 40 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a 40-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located on the left and right of the display, three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, an on/off button, and an internal settings menu in different languages. The unit is available as Human Interface Device (HID) which allows interfacing with computers without any drivers needing to be installed. The device works with screen reading programs such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as other programs such as Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. It connects to a computer through Bluetooth or USB (cable included). The top of the SuperVario2 40's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. OPTIONS: Protective slip-cover for traveling and external 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz USB battery charger. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPhone, iPad or iPod. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.5 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 12.2 x 3 x 0.8 inches. WEIGHT: 1.2 pounds.

13. SUPERVARIO2 64

    The SuperVario2 64 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a 64-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located to the left and right of the display, three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, on/off button, and internal settings menu in different languages. The device works with screen reading programs such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as other programs such as Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. It connects to a computer through Bluetooth or USB (cable included). The top of the SuperVario2 64's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. OPTIONS: Protective slip-cover for traveling and external 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz USB battery charger. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPhone, iPad and iPod. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Widows; Mac OS X 10.5 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 18.2 x 3 x 0.8 inches. WEIGHT: 1.9 pounds.

14. SUPERVARIO2 80

    The SuperVario2 80 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has an 80-cell braille display with integrated cursor routing keys located on the left and right of the display, three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, on/off button, and internal settings menu in different languages. The unit is available as Human Interface Device (HID) which allows interfacing with computers without any drivers needing to be installed. The device works with screen reading programs such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as other programs such as Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. It connects to a computer through Bluetooth or USB (cable included). The top of the SuperVario2 80's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. OPTIONS: Protective slip-cover for traveling and external 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz USB battery charger. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPhone, iPad and iPod. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.5 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 22.3 x 3 x 0.8 inches. WEIGHT: 2.4 pounds.

15. VARIOCONNECT 12

    The VarioConnect 12 is a refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has 12 braille cells with integrated cursor routing keys located left and right of the display; alternatively, a navistick (mini-joystick) can be used to place the cursor. The VarioConnect 12 includes a six-key braille keyboard with which the user can type notes. The seventh braille key located in the middle of the keyboard allows brailling while standing. The unit can be used to read and write text messages and operate a mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), personal computer (PC), or notetaker. The device has three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, three ergonomically positioned space keys, four function keys, an on/off button, and an internal settings menu that's available in different languages. The device works with screen readers such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as devices loaded with screen reader programs such as Virgo, Windows Eyes, Jaws, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, SuperNova, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. Connection is made through Bluetooth. The top of housing is made of aluminum and the body is made of plastic. A protective cover for traveling is included. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPod, iPhone and iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery with 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz charger (included). Operating time is up to approximately 20 hours. DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): 5.1 x 0.7 x 3.2 inches. WEIGHT: 0.4 pound.

16. VARIOCONNECT 24

    The VarioConnect 24 is a refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 24 braille cells with integrated cursor routing keys located left and right of the display; alternatively, a navistick (mini-joystick) can be used to place the cursor. The VarioConnect 24 includes an eight-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The unit can be used to read and write text messages and operate a mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), personal computer (PC), or notetaker. The device has three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, two ergonomically positioned space keys, four function keys, an on/off button, and internal settings menu in different languages. The device works with screen readers such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as devices loaded with screen reader programs such as Virgo, Windows Eyes, Jaws, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, SuperNova, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. Connection is made through Bluetooth or USB. The top of this unit's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. ACCESSORIES: Protective cover for traveling. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPod, iPhone and iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The unit can be charged through USB or through a 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz charger (included). Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 8.4 x 3.4 x 0.7 inches. WEIGHT: 0.9 pound.

17. VARIOCONNECT 32

    The VarioConnect 32 is a refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 32 braille cells and integrated cursor routing keys located left and right of the display; alternatively, a navistick (mini-joystick) can be used to place the cursor. The VarioConnect 32 includes an eight-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The unit can be used to read and write text messages and operate a mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), personal computer (PC), or notetaker. The device has three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, two ergonomically positioned space keys, four function keys, on/off button, and internal settings menu in different languages. The device works with screen readers such as COBRA as well as devices loaded with screen reader programs such as Virgo, Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, SuperNova, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. Connection is made through Bluetooth or USB. The top of housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. ACCESSORIES: Protective cover for traveling. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPod, iPhone and iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or through a 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz power charger (included). Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 10.2 x 3.4 x 0.7 inches. WEIGHT: 1.1 pounds.

18. VARIOCONNECT 40

    The VarioConnect 40 is a refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 40 braille cells with integrated cursor routing keys located left and right of the display; alternatively, a navistick (mini-joystick) can be used to place the cursor. The VarioConnect 40 includes an eight-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The unit can be used to read and write text messages and operate a mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), personal computer (PC), or notetaker. The device has three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display, two ergonomically positioned space keys, four function keys, on/off button, and internal settings menu in different languages. The device works with screen readers such as COBRA (see separate entry) as well as devices that use other screen reader programs such as Virgo, Windows Eyes, JAWS, Apple VoiceOver, HAL, SuperNova, Nuance TALKS Premium, and Code Factory Mobile Speak. Connection is made through Bluetooth or USB. The top of the unit's housing is made of aluminum alloy and the body is made of plastic. OPTIONS: Protective cover for traveling. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows or GNU/Linux and Apple Macintosh computers and iPod, iPhone and iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows; Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard or higher; or iOS 4 or higher. POWER: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or through a 100-240 volt, 50-60 Hertz charger (included). Operating time is up to approximately 25 hours using Bluetooth. DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): Approximately 12.2 x 0.7 x 3.4 inches. WEIGHT: Approximately 1.3 pounds.

19. VARIOPRO 64

    The VarioPro 64 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a 64-cell braille display with three navigation rollers located on the front of the display, and three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display. The device requires a screen reading program such as COBRA (see separate entry). It connects to a computer through a USB (cable included) or serial port. The casing of the VarioPro 64 is made of aluminum. A carrying case is included. OPTIONS: State Module (SM), Telephone Module (TM), Audio Module (AM), Voice Module (SSM), and Tactile Acoustic Slider Orientation (TASO) Module. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC or compatible computer. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows 2000, NT, XP Home or Pro; keyboard; and screen reader. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 458.6 x 260 x 23.9 millimeters.

20. VARIOPRO 80

    The VarioPro 80 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has an 80-cell braille display with three navigation rollers located on the front of the display, and three navigation keys left and three navigation keys right of the display. The device requires a screen reading program such as COBRA (see separate entry). It connects to a computer through USB (cable included) or serial port. The casing of the VarioPro 80 is made of aluminum. A carrying case is included. OPTIONS: State Module (SM), Telephone Module (TM), Audio Module (AM), Voice Module (SSM), and Tactile Acoustic Slider Orientation (TASO) Module. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC running Windows. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Windows ME, NT, XP Home or Pro; keyboard; and screen reader. POWER: Built-in rechargeable battery. Charging is through USB or external charger. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 561 x 260 x 23.9 millimeters.

21. VISIO (MODELS 19 AND 19+)

    The Visio, models 19 and 19+, is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full-color 19-inch TFT (thin film transistor) flat-panel monitor. Model 19 has a control panel with 4 buttons at the bottom of the screen; auto-focus; and the following viewing modes: full-color, inverse, and 7 artificial color combinations. Model 19+ has a control panel with 6 buttons; auto-focus that can be disengaged; and full-color and inverse viewing modes along with 14 artificial color combinations. The unit magnifies images between 3 and 45 times their original size. Items to be viewed are placed on the Visio's reading X/Y platform that can be moved laterally and vertically. Other features include automatic contrast, adjustable brightness, and text enhancing. POWER: 100-240 volt AC, 50-60 Hertz power plug. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 15.3 x 19.6 x 22 inches (model 19); 16.7 x 23.6 x 19.6 inches (model 19+). WEIGHT: 23.8 pounds (19); 25.4 pounds (19+).

22. VISIO HD

    The Visio HD is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The unit features a full-color, automatic focus, high definition (HD) camera (1280 x 720 pixels) and a rich contrast 22-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) flat-panel monitor (1920 x 1080 pixels) with energy-saving LED-back lit technology. Viewing modes include full natural and inverse colors and 14 artificial color combinations. The unit magnifies images between 2.3 and 85 times their original size. The Visio HD has a button panel at the bottom of the screen with six function keys and a control dial for adjusting the size of the text. It also offers dynamic contrast adjustment and picture optimizing control, and the automatic focus can be switched off. POWER: 100-240 volt AC, 50-60 Hertz power plug. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 20.5 x 18.5 x 22.4 inches. WEIGHT: 26.5 pounds.

23. VISIOBOOK

    The VisioBook is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The VisioBook is portable and folds into a shape and size similar to a laptop computer. When folded, it is designed to fit into a large briefcase or bag. It has a folding mechanism with three safe articulated joints. This video magnifier features a full-color, auto-focus high definition (HD) camera (1280 x 720 pixels) for both close range and distance viewing and a 12.5-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen with LED-backlight technology. The screen's position is height-adjustable, and it can be inclined. Viewing modes include full natural colors, seven artificial color combinations, and inverse colors. The unit magnifies images between 1.8 and 30 times their original size. Other features include a button panel with six function keys and a control dial for adjusting the size. POWER: Built-in lithium-ion battery with 100-240 volt AC, 50-60 Hertz power charger (included). Operating time is 5 hours. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 13.4 x 12.5 x 2.1 inches (folded); 15.7 x 12.5 x 18.9 inches (in operation). WEIGHT: 7.9 pounds.

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