 The
Braille
Sense
is
an
assistive
technology
device
designed
to
allow
visually
impaired
individuals
access
to
personal
applications
(including
word
processing,
address
management,
schedule
management,
email,
web
browsing,
digital
audio,
and
wireless
technologies)
through
simultaneous
refreshable
Braille
and
synthesized
speech
output.
Multi-tasking
The
Braille
Sense
can
support
up
to 7
programs
running
simultaneously,
with
easy
switching
between
programs
comparable
to
the
Windows
ALT-TAB
feature.
Visual
Output
With
an
innovative
LCD
window,
Braille
Sense
users
have
the
unique
opportunity
to
collaborate
with
sighted
people,
increasing
productivity
in
rehabilitation,
academic,
and
personal
pursuits.
Audio
streaming
and
MP3
player
Listen
to
live
radio
broadcasts
via
the
Internet
through
Braille
Sense's
built-in
speakers.
There
is
also
an
MP3
player
for
listening
to
music
and
audio
books,
or
learning
from
an
audio
workbook.
DAISY
player
Braille
Sense
includes
a
DAISY
player,
ideal
for
reading
and
listening
to
books,
newspapers
and
magazines,
or
technical
information.
Braille
output
Crisp,
clear,
quiet
Braille
dots
make
reading
easier
and
more
enjoyable.
The
32
cell
Braille
display
can
automatically
scroll
line
by
line
�
set
the
rate
and
read
at
your
own
speed.
External
monitor
support
Connect
the
Braille
Sense
to
an
external
VGA
monitor
to
allow
others
to
see
your
work
or
help
you
with
a
project.
Detachable
battery
The
detachable
battery
can
be
replaced
easily
by
the
user,
meaning
no
loss
of
productivity,
and
no
worry
about
shipping
the
unit
back
to
the
manufacturer
for
battery
replacement.
Powerful
word
processor
The
word
processor
features
increased
speed
and
function.
Importing
and
exporting
documents,
printing
text,
and
embossing
Braille
documents
are
faster
and
more
flexible.
Digital
audio
recording
Braille
Sense
has
a
digital
audio
recorder
and
internal
microphone
for
voice
recording.
Connect
to a
personal
computer
Connect
the
Braille
Sense
to a
PC
with
Microsoft
Windows.
Use
the
Braille
Sense
as a
refreshable
Braille
display
or
copy
files
to
and
from
your
computer
via
serial,
USB,
infrared
interface,
or
bluetooth
(note:
bluetooth
support
requires
an
additional
card,
available
from
GW
Micro
at
an
additional
cost).
USB
compatibility
Use
a
USB
memory
stick
for
extended
data
storage,
or
connect
an
external
USB
QWERTY
keyboard,
CD-ROM,
or
other
USB
device.
Access
to
email
and
the
Internet
You
can
use
Braille
Sense
to
access
the
Internet
through
the
built-in
Ethernet
port
or
optional
Compact
Flash
wireless
card.
Printer
and
Embosser
support
Connect
Braille
Sense
to a
printer
or
Braille
embosser
and
print
out
important
documents,
meeting
and
class
notes,
papers,
and
reports.
Two
Compact
Flash
slots
Two
Compact
Flash
slots
are
available,
one
for
extended
memory,
and
the
other
for
wireless
Internet,
modem
connection,
etc.
These
accessories
are
available
from
Lab
Computers.
Other
specifications
include:
- Size : 10" (width) * 6.1" (depth) * 1.1" (height, middle 1.9")
- Weight :1.2kg (2.7lb)
- Operating system : Windows CE.NET
- CPU : Intel X-Scale (PXA255)
- Flash memory : 64MB
- RAM : 64MB
- Battery : Lithium ion (Detachable), back up battery installed
- Keyboard : Braille input keyboard
- Braille display : 32 Braille cells with cursor routing keys
- Video output : VGA, LCD
- Network : 10 Base-T Ethernet
- Interface : 2 USB, 2 CF slots, Serial port, Parallel port
- Sound output : Internal stereo speakers, Stereo headphone jack
- Voice recording : Internal microphone, External microphone jack
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