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Talking Reading Machines

There are several models of talking reading machines available. Many allow you to set a page of text on the reading machine's bed, press a button, the machine will scan the text and begin reading it aloud to you. Other types of talking reading machines are designed for specific purposes, such as money readers. These machines allow you insert a bill and the machine will announce the denomination of the bill entered.
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  • Product Description:

    Use the QuickLink-Pen to scan over text like a highlighter and it will store up to 1,000 pages of text which it can read aloud to you or upload to your computer, SmartPhone or PDA. Read your notes off the bright LCD screen or hear them read through a built-in speaker. You can even plug the included headphones into its audio jack for private listening. You can also use it to scan business cards, spreadsheets, internet links or small images. A dictionary is installed inside this clever device, so you can easily get a definition of an unfamiliar word from within your scanned notes. Measures 6.5 x 1.5 x 1 inches and weighs 3 oz. Takes 2 AAA batteries (included). Has 2MB integrated Flash memory. The dictionary is non-speaking visual.

    Intel Reader
    Intel Reader

    Buy from MaxiAids
    $899.00

    Product Description:

    This ultra-convenient scanner and reader is the latest in take-along reading technology. An excellent tool for the elderly to read mail, or for kids to take along to school. Does not require sight to operate. The Intel Reader is the size of a paperback novel. Just point at the book or document, shoot and listen to the page being read back to you. Whole chapters can be stored at one sitting for later listening. Create audio versions of entire books. The Intel Reader even plays MP3s, DAISY books, and text transferred from a PC. During playback, the user can see the original picture of the document, or follow along with the highlighted text on the screen. Includes rechargeable 6-cell lithium ion battery. PC-compatible.

    Product Description:

    The Intel® Portable Capture Station is used with the Intel® Reader to quickly and conveniently capture large amounts of text for school, work or pleasure. The sturdy, portable stand enables complete, rapid text capture, holding the camera to help capture books, magazines, newspapers, and other documents. A transparent film holds books flat for easy capture, and the large, easy-to-find capture button on the base helps users quickly capture lots of pages. It folds up into a convenient briefcase size for use at home, work or school.

    Please note: The Intel® Portable Capture Station is sold separately from the Intel® Reader.

    Features:
    • capture area: 12.5in. x 18in.
    • dimensions: 16.4in. x 11.9in. x 4.25in. (folded case) and 20.6in x 15.6 in. x 7.2in. (packaged)
    • weighs 9.4 lbs (device only), 11.4 lbs (packaged)

    Product Description:

    Loaded with features, yet simple to use, Ultima is the most advanced and accurate Electronic Magnifier and Text-to-Speech Reader available today It magnifies print and photos up to 18x, scans, reads text aloud with an impressive 99 percent accuracy and even identifies US currency. Plus, with both a touch screen and keypad controls, navigation couldn't be easier.

    In magnification mode, you can use the touch screen to zoom in (increase magnification) or pan (move around the document or photo) to examine it more closely. You may magnify the image size anywhere from 2x up to 18x and adjust the brightness.

    In the reading mode, Ultima uses the highest quality text-to-speech technology to read text aloud with an accuracy rate of 99 percent. you can pause the reading process at any point (for example, to answer a ringing phone) and resume again when you are ready to continue. If you have to go out, you can pick up where you left off without having to hear the entire document read back to you again. You can also choose from different voices (male or female) and adjust the reading speed faster or slower as is necessary to suit your specific needs.


    Product Description:

    There is a brand new software package available that uses an advanced Object Character Recognition (OCR) technology that is both user friendly and inexpensive. This software will support up to 12 different languages. The Pro version also takes advantage of the automatic document feeders that are available on the more expensive scanners. You can also create MP3 files from the system and take them with you System Requirements - CPU: 166Mhz Pentium Processor or Faster (300 or faster is recommended). Sound Card: 16 Bit with Speakers.


    Product Description:

    The joys of reading anytime and anywhere with the Optelec ClearReader+, combining fast text recognition, a choice of high quality naturally sounding voices and all in an attractive portable design. Access to printed documents such as magazines, newspapers, books or a letter from a friend has never been so easy. Portable and battery powered, the Optelec ClearReader+ assistive technology device can be used in the home, at school or work, making it ideal for reading a recipe in the kitchen, reading a book at home, or reviewing bills. To operate, simply power on the unit, release the camera arm and place the reading material under the high-resolution camera. Press the scan button to take a snap shot of the text, and in seconds the Optelec ClearReader+ will read the desired text in high quality speech. Additionally, the Optelec ClearReader+ is easily customized to read text at different speeds, in up to twelve different languages and twenty-three different voices.

    Product Description:

    MobilEyes Basic is a handheld portable reading machine that combines the functions of numerous different devices into one compact, lightweight and portable unit. It is the perfect reading device for Blind, Low Vision and Dyslexic individuals. MobilEyes can recognize text displayed from TV's, projectors, and computer monitors (even DOS text and text based formats including non-accessible PDF files.) MobilEyes is a portable reading, magnification, and multi-media access device. For those with low vision, everyday things like grocery shopping, eating out at a restaurant, browsing through a photo album or reading mail and important documents can be challenging. Now with the use of two controls, one under each of your thumbs, you can navigate MobilEyes through any of the following functions:
    • Aim at a piece of paper and listen to the words found on it.
    • View objects 100 feet away as though they were up to ten times closer.
    • Photo-capture a scene and enlarge the picture to see all its detail.
    • Play music stored on your device or from a friend's external media.
    • Listen to an audio book of your own or from another source.
    • Magnify the image of your personal check and watch yourself sign it properly.
    • View and share your photos with others.
    • Speak an important message into the device and listen to the recording later.
    • Record a class or lecture and share the playback of it with classmates.
    • Set for yourself countdown timer to know when turn off the oven.
    • Read electronic documents downloaded or produced onto compact flash or USB.
    • Go into a grocery store and 'scan' a UPC bar code to hear the product information.
    • Listen again and again to text you scanned and saved from long ago.
    • Play a CD audio book or a music CD at your leisure.

    Product Measurements: 9 Wide x 5.5 High x 3.5 Deep (4 deep while actively taking pictures) Weight: 2.5 lbs.

    MobileEyes Basic includes: 512MB USB flash stick, AC adapter, work station camera stand, carry case.


    Product Description:

    This reading machine scans, reads, edits and saves text. Multiple options include your choice of speech (female/English or male/German), adjustable voice rate and pitch, scan single or multiple pages, column recognition, punctuation recognition, pause between words, recording settings (for use with included microphone to record document titles), ability to create, save and delete documents in folders, and a control panel with templates included to mask non-essential features affording easier functionality for visually impaired users. Place any printed text document on the flat-bed scanner and the LIBRA II automatically recognizes the page orientation, converts the text into spoken language and reads it aloud to you. Scanner/Reader measures 16 long x 15 wide x 4 high. MP3 Player Included at NO CHARGE! Save your files in MP3 format and take them with you in this handy MP3 player! MP3 player has a 128 MB pen drive (USB), a headphone/neckstrap and is powered by 1 AAA Alkaline battery (included). Sized at only 4 long and ¾ wide, this MP3 player is super compact and portable. Made especially for use with the LIBRA II Reading Machine.

    Features:

    • INCLUDED MP3 Player Plays Your Text Files Anywhere
    • Scans and Reads Almost Any Printed Document
    • On-Site Service Department
    • Adjustable voice rate and pitch
    • Can be used with a Braille display

    Product Description:

    Are you tired of opening the wrong can? Are you embarrassed to find out that you put on a green shirt when you wanted a blue shirt? Are you frustrated when you can't find the CD or movie you were looking for? Those days are over now, with the new SCAN-A-CAN Technology at your finger tips. The days of endless waiting for sighted assistance with product identification are now over. With the SCAN-A-CAN technology you can have it all. Since just about everything you purchase has a bar code on it, there is no excuse for not keeping track of all your items that are already barcoded. Now, with the excellent quality commercial Omni Directional Laser Wedge bar code scanner, you can easily identify anything with a standard or UPC bar code on it. SCAN-A-CAN For Windows allows you to identify groceries, and anything with a standard bar code just by passing it in front of the lense of the scanner. If the item you scanned or entered is not in the database of 84000 items, you can add it to the existing database with just a few key strokes. SCAN-A-CAN For Windows is a must for you. SCAN-A-CAN For Windows is easy to install, and uses standard Windows commands. This includes the SCAN-A-CAN For Windows software on cd-rom, and the excellent quality Omni Directional Laser WedgeBar code scanner, a stand and bracket for mounting on the wall, 100 bar code labels, the manual in print, and cassette instructions.


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