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JAWS for Windows
The most popular screen reader worldwide, JAWS® for Windows works with your PC to provide access to today's software applications and the Internet for those who are blind or vision impaired. With its internal software speech synthesizer and the computer’s sound card, information from the screen is read aloud, providing technology to access a wide variety of informative, educational and job-related applications.

Connect Outloud
Designed for beginners or experienced computer users, Connect Outloud offers speech and Braille output of the Internet, email and basic Windows Operating System applications. Perfect for home use! Connect Outloud's interactive talking install makes it easy to get started without sighted assistance.

MAGic
MAGic helps people with Iow vision view information on their computer screen while hearing it through their speech synthesizer. MAGic combines state of the art magnification features with a true Iow vision speech option. The software magnifies screen information, from two times to 16 times its normal size. It gives users the ability to choose the information they want read from the screen as they navigate applications, MAGic is easy to use with its talking, large print

OPENBOOK
OpenBook is the world's leading optical character recognition software developed for those who are blind or vision impaired. The software converts a printed page into electronic text to be read aloud through a voice synthesizer and shown on a customizable screen display. Simply scan your printed text. This powerful software program, with a choice of scanning engines, converts text that is embedded in graphics for greater accessibility.

Notetakers

Type 'n Speak
This durable notetaker allows you to input in either QWERTY keyboard style or in Grade 1 or Grade 2 Braille mode with full translation. With a portable lightweight design, 2.75 MB internal storage and responsive speech output, the Type 'n Speak can go with you to the classroom, the boardroom or the living room.

Braille Lite M20 & M40
These popular notetakers come with refreshable Braille displays in 20- and 40-cell models. CompactFlashTM port, built-in 56K baud modem, responsive speech output, and POP3 email capabilities are included in the Braille Lite's compact design. When used with a screen reader such as JAWS, the M20 and M40 become a dynamic refreshable display for your PC complete with cursor routers.

PAC Mate
PAC Mate, the world's first accessible pocket PC device, definitive hand-held computer f0r those who are blind. PAC Mate provides access to everyday Windows-based desktop data software applications via Pocket PC including Pocket Word, Outlook, Pocket Excel, and Internet Explorer. PAC Mate is available in two models -- the with its 8-dot Braille keyboard, and the TNS for users who a QWERTY-style keyboard.

Braille 'n Speak Notetaker
This portable, personal notetaker and organizer combines the Perkins-style Braille keyboard input with responsive speech output. For meeting or classroom notes, phone book and calendar maintenance -- even word processing. The Braille 'n Speak has 2 MB of internal storage.

Type Lite Notetaker
This 40-cell refreshable Braille notetaker with a QWERTY-style keyboard offers 56K modem and POP3 email capability. It is ideal for creating documents, organizing your schedule and maintaining contacts. It offers notetaking, speech and Braille access with virtually unlimited storage capacity thanks to its CompactFlashTM port. Use it as a Braille display for your PC using a screen reader such as JAWS, and you can easily transfer files and information to and from your PC using the included WinDisk software.

Braille 'n Speak Notetaker
This portable, personal notetaker and organizer combines the Perkins-style Braille keyboard input with responsive speech output. For meeting or classroom notes, phone book and calendar maintenance -- even word processing. The Braille 'n Speak has 2 MB of internal storage.

Blazer Braille Embosser
This lightweight, portable embosser gives you high-grade Braille on computer paper,Braille paper, plastic labels and even index cards. Compact and quiet, the Blazer is a top choice for students, professionals or for home use. This device combines with any number of Freedom Scientific notetakers and accessory software to emboss hard copy of your personal data. An internal synthesized speech system makes unit reconfiguration quick and simple, and doubles as external speech for your computer.

VersaPoint Duo Braille Embosser
Additional Model: VersaPoint Duo with Speech
Get high quality, interpoint Braille in a reliable, Iow maintenance embosser. The VersaPoint Duo provides you with an economical method of completing high volume Braille production. Easy one-button commands allow you to reconfigure Braille output and check work. Braille can be configured for 6-dot and 8-dot output of speeds up to 40 characters per second. The speech synthesizer option speaks menus and doubles as external speech for your computer.

Focus 44-, 70- and 84-cell Braille Displays
The Focus Series of refreshable Braille displays provides the newest technology and features for users needing superior navigation. Used with the JAWSO for Windows screen reader, the refreshable Braille cells act as a tactile monitor that allow users to navigate and read information faster than any other Braille display currently available. Users can choose from three Focus models -- the 44-, 70- and 84-cell versions -- depending on the workstation requirements. All three models include easy to remember Braille commands for Windows, JAWS and Braille settings.

PowerBraille 40- and 80-cell Braille Displays
The PowerBraille displays offer reliable access to your computer screen by instantly translating screen data into 6- or 8-dot refreshable Braille. Choose from two PowerBraille models -- the 40-and 80-cell versions -- depending on the workstation requirements. They deliver excellent functionality with JAWS® for Windows and other popular screen reading applications.

VERA System
This stand-alone reading machine is elegantly designed in a finely crafted wooden case for high quality looks and simple operation. This "Very Easy Reading Appliance" uses three basic buttons to take a picture of printed material and read the text to you through its internal speech synthesizer. You also can view it on your computer monitor or television. VERA is a complete reading machine for books, magazines, recipes and typed correspondence. Plug it in, turn it on and begin reading.

SAL Speech Assisted Learning System
SAL offers a revolutionary approach to teaching and learning Braille. SAL integrates Braille curriculum that is professionally prepared with a stand-alone, multimedia Braille station that uses Speech Assisted Learning. SAL provides everythingyou need to learn and teach Braille and the Braille alphabet, and it provides everything you need to master your tactile perceptual skills and your Braille reading techniques. The courseware is designed to teach in areas that are of emphasis to teachers and rehabilitation professionals. These areas include: students who need help developing faster and more efficient reading, writing and arithmetic skills; teens and adults who want to enhance learning through self-directed study, and children and adults who have socio-economic and/or geographical barriers that prevent them from receiving direct professional help.

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