Specifications

MegaDots Braille Translator word processor works
with your choice of input hardware, speech, printers and
embossers. The user-friendly, WYSIWYG editing envi-
ronment displays Braille or text (including dots, ASCII
and large print) and always has detailed, context-sensitive
help right where and when you need it.
The file importer automates translation and style-based
importation of files. MegaDots recognizes up to 50 pro-
grams and can import and translate most text formats,
including Macintosh and HTML. Files are imported and
formatted using fully customizable styles, and round trip
translation is virtually error-free. Inkprint capabilities cre-
ate beautiful Braille, large print and standard text in ink-
print. Compatible with Windows, 7, Windows XP Vista
and Windows 98 or DOS 6.
$595
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BLINDNESS
DECtalk USB is a compliant
full speed USB device that starts
and stops quickly and can meet
the demands of any screen ac-
cess program. The DECtalk USB
is a fully programmable device
that may receive fi rmware up-
dates while in the fi eld.
As an added bonus, the DECtalk USB comes equipped with
a standard serial port. If the synthesizer is operated solely
on the serial port, the unit can be powered via a supplied
D.C adapter or by connecting the unit to a computer via
the supplied USB cable.
The DECtalk USB has 9 predefi ned voices, 140 volume
levels, 75-650 words per minute, numerous unique pitches,
and is fully confi gurable to meet your listening needs. In ad-
dition, parameters such as tone, punctuation fi ltering, and
intonation are also adjustable. It is important to note that
these settings may be limited by certain software packages
such as screen access programs.
DECtalk USB $695
BRAILLE TRANSLATORS
SPEECH SYNTHESIZERS
INDEX Everest is the only high-
speed (324 PPH) Braille embosser that
works with normal cut sheet paper
(80-180 gsm) and produces a Braille
document ready for binding or mail-
ing. High speed, high quality and ease
of use make the Everest an excellent
choice for homes, schools, the workplace and Braille produc-
tion centers that prefer single sheet printing system. Speech
feedback makes it easy to install and operate for blind and
sighted users alike.
Everest V4 $4,295
Everest Acoustic Hood $945
INDEX Basic - Braille Embosser
for continuous tractor-fed paper. The
high-speed (Basic-D 340 PPH, Basic-
S 170 PPH), high quality, ease of use
and small size, makes Basic an excel-
lent choice for homes, schools, the work-place and Braille
production centers. The Basic is controlled by an ink and
Braille labeled front panel. Speech feedback makes it easy to
install and operate for blind and sighted users alike.
Basic-D V4 $3,295
Print Production Embosser
4Waves PRO
Large scale, around the clock Braille
embossing is here. With 4waves
PRO your production won’t stop. It
offers user friendly, high speed Braille
embossing. The multi printer design
facilitates service and use.
Key features
Tractor fed paper
High embossing speed
Module design: 4 modules + one service module
Minimum down time during mainteinance
Low noise level
Around the clock embossing
4Waves PRO is ready to emboss 24 hours a day. The
embosser consists of four individual modules. They simulta-
neously emboss 1 000 pages per hour. 4Waves PRO auto-
matically adjusts to any number of inserted modules. For
high speed, high quality production without halts.
Easy maintenance
One service module is included with 4Waves PRO. If
one of the modules should need maintenance, it is easily
replaced with the service module. The exchange takes a
few minutes and does not require any tools.
Braille Embosser 4Waves PRO . $25,950