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Handheld Electronic Magnifiers (CCTV's)

Handheld Electronic Magnifiers and CCTV's, also called pocket magnifiers, use a small camera to display and enlarge text or images on a screen. Magnifications powers vary from one model to another, with most magnifying from 3X to 60X. Handheld Electronic Magnifiers can be used to read any text. They are especially useful for reading labels in shops, notices, bills, menus and magazines whilst travelling.
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  • Product Description:

    Looky is a portable electronic magnifier with several unique and appealing features. Its 3.5" handle lets you hold it like a standard magnifier, however, you can fold the handle under the unit if you prefer sliding the camera, or for compactness when carryiing it in its pouch. The handle also serves as a stand for the camera, holding it at a distance from the paper on which you are writing so you can see your writing magnified on the screen. The camera is located in the middle of the 4" LCD screen making it easy to know where to place it to magnify the text or images. Images can be seen in color, black on white, white on black and in high contrast. Once you capture an image, you can freeze it to bring the unit closer to your eyes. It is like taking a photograph. You can do this in a supermaket when you are not able to read the price of a product on the top shelf. Hold the Looky up in front of it, push the button to capture the picture and afterwards you can check the price or ingredients with ease. It comes with standard "AA" rechargeable batteries and a bettery charger. When charged, these batteries last for 1.5 hours, but you can also use standard alkaline batteries to power the magnifier. Looky measures 4.25" x 3" x 1.3" without the handle and weighs 7 oz.

    Product Description:

    Do you have difficulty reading small print? The Clarity i-vu is a simple to use magnifier that will help you read menus, books and bills more easily, view pictures more clearly and enjoy your favorite hobbies. It will open the world again as you are able to see and read details of reading materials and photos like never before. Anytime, anywhere, the i-vu gives you instant magnification. Let Clarity bring your world into focus. Includes 3 rechargeable AAA batteries and AC adapter.

    Special features include:

    • Powerful 5 to 20x magnification on a compact 2 inch LCD
    • Color and inverse viewing modes for enhanced reading
    • Pocket-sized, lightweight 4 oz. design that's easy to carry with you
    • Includes 3 rechargeable AAA batteries and AC adapter
    • Freeze frame feature
    • 1 year manufacturer's warranty

    Product Description:

    The Maggie is an ultra compact handheld electronic magnifier that you can easily slip into most a purses or pockets, and even some wallets It offers 4 magnification levels: 4x, 6x, 8x and 11x, plus color control allows you to view an image in black/white or choose a color combination to suit your needs. Brightness control lets you adjust for varying lighting conditions, both indoors and out. Freeze allows you to capture an image on the 3.0 wide screen LCD for closer examination.

    With 3.5 hours of battery time, you could find yourself checking and reading things for days without needing a re-charge. When it is time to re-charge, use any wall socket or even a computer, notebook, netbook or anything else with a USB port. The included overnight charger, slowly and fully charges your battery for extended life or you can be on your way with a partial charge in just minutes.


    Product Description:

    Designed for the person on the go, the Compact Mini Pocket Video Magnifier easily fits into your pocket, purse or schoolbag, yet offers full features, including a 3.5 screen, 2X to 11X magnification and variable high-contrast viewing modes for maximum image clarity. Optelec's smallest and lightest video magnifier, it gives those with Age-related Macular degeneration and other low vision conditions a simple, effective high-contrast alternative to traditional optical magnifiers.

    Imagine being able to read from medicine dosage labels, restaurant menus and bus timetables. Simply position the Compact Mini over reading material and objects and view an enlarged, high-contrast image on the 3.5-inch full-color screen. Adjustment of the magnification up to 11 times is at the press of a button, as is the ability to change the appearance of text colors using a range of high-contrast viewing options.

    The camera on the easy-to-use Compact Mini is centrally located, so positioning it over reading material is simple and intuitive. When you're out and about shopping, the snapshot feature is useful for capturing images that are out of eye-line such as the price displayed on a supermarket shelf. Simply place the Compact Mini over the object, press the snapshot button and the captured image can be viewed as the Compact mini is brought back into view. Great for reading, shopping and travel.


    Product Description:

    Pocketmate is the lowest priced color, B/W and reverse portable video magnifier on the market today. It features a unique state of the art camera combined with a 4 inch LCD screen, weighing less than a pound and measuring 3½ inches x 6 inches. Easily fitting into a pocket or purse, it provides 6X magnification, and can be used in stores to read labels and restaurants to read menus. It is supplied with rechargeable batteries and a plug-in wall charger. Made in the USA, it has a lifetime manufacturer's warranty against defects in workmanship or material.

    Product Description:

    The Pebble from Enhanced Vision, is an affordable, light weight battery-operated electronic magnifier. It's design makes it the perfect companion whether you're travelling or at home. Easily read labels, prescriptions, price tags, menus, bus schedules and so much more with this ultra-portable video magnifier. Carry Pebble in your pocket, purse or strap it onto your belt, the only time you'll know its there is when you need it. Features:
    • adjustable magnification of 2x to 10x
    • lightweight 7.7 ounce design
    • 3.5" high resolution LCD display
    • adjustable brightness
    • easy-to-use tactile controls
    • 6 viewing modes
    • freeze Image feature with capability to magnify
    • foldable and adjustable telescopic handle with comfort grip
    • 3 different positions available for viewing & writing
    • over 2 hours battery life (2 rechargeable batteries included)

    Product Description:

    Junior is a small, portable video magnifier with a 4" viewing screen that you can carry for use wherever you go - the office, grocery store, pharmacy, the beach etc. If you use it at home and want more than its 3X to 9X magnification, you can connect it to your own television set. Junior displays images in black on white, white on black, color and color select and by using the writing position, you can see as you are wriing beneath it. Its tactile controls make it easy to operate. Its rechargeable battery operates for 3 hours. Measures 5.25" x 4.75" x 1.5". Includes wrist strap and carrying case.

    Product Description:

    The SmartView Versa+ handheld electronic magnifier is fully and easily adaptable to meet the specific requirements of the user. The contrast mode and magnification can be configured to best match the vision of the user. The auto focus feature lets you hold the Versa at the optimal distance from the object and your eyes, or, rest the Versa on the page, use the writing stand or flip out the handle for optimal viewing. The Versa is so versatile, from hobby work at home and TV viewing, to the array of uses for the workplace and school, the SmartView Versa+ redefines the handheld electronic magnifier. The SmartView Versa+ combines the traditional electronic magnifier with the features of MP3 and video players, supporting the ability to save, zoom and pan images, listen to music and watch videos.

    Features:

    • 4.3 Inch color LCD screen
    • Magnification from 5x up to 15x
    • Lightweight and portable at only 7 ounces
    • Easily connects to the TV with the included video cable, for significant magnification
    • Versa+ can freeze an image and then save it in internal memory or on the SD card; saved images can be transferred to your computer
    • Make/playback voice recordings, Playback videos and music
    • Viewing modes: full color, black/white, white/black, yellow/blue, yellow/black
    • Includes: AC power supply, RCA video cable, writing stand, carrying strap, protective case, USB cable, earphones, CD-ROM
    • User replaceable rechargeable lithium battery; usage time = 2.5 hours, charge time = 4 hours

    Product Description:

    A versatile portable electronic magnifier that offers built-in magnification from 4.3X up to 26X on its own 7 inch (diagonal) monitor in black-on-white, white on black or full color. It also has the capability to plug into any standard TV monitor for greater magnification. The Olympia measures 8.2 inches long by 5.4 inches wide by 4.25 inches high and weights only 2.5 lbs. It features adjustable brightness control and a tilted screen to reduce glare. A writing stand is included, a carrying case and a battery pack that lasts up to 6 hours when fully charged.

    Product Description:

    The Compact+ by Optelec is designed for individuals with an active lifestyle who require portable magnification on-the-go. The Compact+ digital magnifier easily fits into your purse, schoolbag, or briefcase. The Compact+ comes with 2 AA batteries with 3 hours of continuous use and provides 2X to 10X magnification on a 4.3" widescreen TFT color screen. Reading a menu or signing a check is now easier than ever with the Compact+. Features: 2X to 10X magnification on a 4.3" color TFT screen. Multiple Viewing Modes: Full Color Black and White Blue and Yellow Black and Yellow Reverse Mode. Freeze frame functionality, Camera positioned at center of screen for writing capabilities. Weighs only 10 ounces Three-hour rechargeable battery, Convenient carrying case. Retractable hand grip for optimal reading convenience. One Year Manufacturer Warranty.

    Product Description:

    The Shoppa is a high quality, easy to use and affordable battery powered, hand held electronic magnifier. It comes with a 7" viewing screen, is available in full color, comes with brightness and contrast controls and has a detachable camera to help make hard to reach literature more accessible. There are also a number of different ways that the product can be utilized. The Shoppa has a variable magnification of about 5X - 8X and is the only portable magnifier of its kind on the market that has a swappable, rechargeable battery. The battery life when fully charged is 4 hours and a spare battery can be purchased separately. One Year Manufacturer's Warranty.

    Product Description:

    Designed for the person on the go, the Traveller+ is a portable video magnifier with a bright 6" color screen that magnifies text and pictures up to 16X. It can be connected to any TV for even greater magnification. Excellent for reading, taking notes, looking at menus, doing hobby work, etc. It is always in focus and displays images in full color, black on white or white on black. Its flexible tilt screen allows screen positioning for maximum comfort and visibility. The built-in roller makes it easy to move over the reading material. Comes with an optional car charger and a convenient carrying case. Operates on its rechargeable battery that lasts for 2.5 hours. It measures 7" x 6" x 4" and weighs only 1.75 lbs.


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