If you have been looking for a replacement for your antiquated CCTV reading device, Optelec is now shipping their new product, the ClearReader+ advanced. To characterize this gadget as a CCTV however, would be to fall short of accurate. The Optelec ClearReader+ offers both magnification and text-to-speech functionality, with the portability demanded by our mobile lifestyle.
I’ve had a long history with Optelec, as they were the manufacturer of my very first CCTV back when electricity was first invented. Okay, not quite that long ago, but back then, CCTV’s were absolutely enormous, as well as enormously heavy. By comparison, the ClearReader+ is like using a spaceship for transport instead of the covered wagon I had been using. My old CCTV was about the size of a covered wagon, anyway.
Here’s the scoop on features: :
The Optelec ClearReader+ Advanced is a bundle package of the Magnification Feature Pack and ClearReader+ for dual functionality and multi-purpose. For existing ClearReader+ users, the Magnification Feature Pack is also easily integrated and can be purchased separately.
Now, low vision and blind users can view and/or listen to scanned or saved newspapers, favorite books, letters or other documents with quality, convenience, and simplicity in an attractive portable design.
By the simple press of the button to scan any document, the portable and battery-operated ClearReader+ begins reading text aloud within seconds using high quality, fast OCR and text-to-speech recognition technology.
Low vision users can add the optional Magnification Feature Pack to the ClearReader+ for expanded product functionality, video magnifier benefits, and document saving capabilities. Blind users can also operate with voice-only menu options.
Simply connect the ClearReader+ to any VGA monitor, TV or video magnifier (such as the Optelec ClearView+), plug in the Magnification Feature Pack, select the preferred high contrast color and text magnification, and rediscover a new concept in reading!
*Special Note: Monitor and VGA cable sold separately.
Here are a few more details:
4 Pre-Selected Reading Voices (US English Jill, US English Tom, Mexican Spanish Paulina, Canadian French Julie)
24 Total Different Voices Available, in 12 Languages with 2 in Spanish and 3 in American English.
Photo and Text Mode (Column and Line view)
12 Selectable High Contrast Colors
Up to 16X Magnification of Original Document
3 Menu Options (Advanced, Basic, Voice Only)
2 Font Options (Arial and Verdana)
Save Photo, Text or Book Documents
Expandable Memory on SD Card or USB Drive
3 Saving Options (Save without voice label, Save with voice label, Save book)
2 Word Highlight Options (Block or Box).
Want to see a demo? This informative video shows off the cool capabilities of the ClearReader+:
Video demo on YouTube
Want one? Get it here:
Visit Optelec online at Optelec.com:
www.optelec.com/en_US/new-clear-reader-advanced
Products are available NOW through Optelec’s Authorized Dealer Distribution Network.
Call Optelec at 800.826.4200 or email info@optelec.com with any questions, pricing, ordering information, and to connect with a local representative near you.
Optelec’s Authorized Dealer Distribution Network is a group of authorized dealers throughout the U.S. who can offer you local sales support, provide an in-home demonstration at no obligation, product training and ongoing on-site servicing and customer care.
Want more? You can find Optelec at the American Council of the Blind 50th anniversary conference exhibit hall at booth 43. The ACB event will be held July 8-16, 2011 in Reno, Nevada. Be sure to stop by and ask for a live demo. When tweeting about Optelec or the conference, be sure to use hashtag #ACB11. See you there!
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