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Active Braille - the flexible and mobile Braille display with patented ATC technology

Active Braille - the flexible and mobile Braille display with patented ATC technology

Active Braille - the flexible and mobile Braille display with patented ATC technology

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Active Braille is a 40-character Braille display featuring patented ATC technology. It serves as both a Braille display and a powerful notetaker with 16 GB of storage. It supports text entry via an ergonomic Braille keyboard and offers automatic text scrolling for uninterrupted reading. The device can connect to PCs via USB or to up to three devices via Bluetooth, making it a versatile mobile companion with a weight of 900 g and a battery life of 20 hours.
Key Features
  • 40 concave Braille elements with cursor routing and adjustable dot firmness.
  • Integrated notetaking functions including an editor, calculator, and clock.
  • HID technology for plug-and-play use without driver installation.
  • ATC technology for real-time reading position detection and behavior analysis.
  • Bookworm function for automatic text scrolling.
  • USB and Bluetooth connectivity.
Connectivity and Compatibility
The Active Braille connects via USB or Bluetooth, supporting major screen readers like JAWS, Supernova, and NVDA on Windows, as well as Apple devices. It features two USB ports for additional peripherals like a standard keyboard.
Notetaking and Storage
Active Braille includes comprehensive notetaking capabilities and can store hundreds of books on its 16 GB Micro SD card. Notes can be transferred to a PC and converted into normal text using Help Tech software.
ATC Assistance and Reading Analysis
ATC technology enhances accessibility by reading text lines or words upon touch and announcing text attribute changes. It allows real-time observation of reading positions and logs reading behavior for analysis, including characters per minute and reading flow.
Bookworm Mode
This mode facilitates seamless book reading by automatically scrolling text after it is read, eliminating the need for manual advancement.
Technical Specifications
  • Input/Output: 40 piezoelectric Braille cells, ergonomic keyboard, adjustable pin firmness.
  • Control/Navigation: 2 triple action keys.
  • Connections: 1 USB Type B port, 2 USB Type A ports.
  • Memory: 16 GB text memory.
  • Battery: 20-hour duration, 3-hour quick charge.
  • Dimensions: 31.7 x 12.3 x 2.8 cm, Weight: 900 g.
Design and Ergonomics
The device features uniquely sloped and concave Braille cells for comfortable reading. It is designed for mobility, with a lightweight build and a carrying case for easy transport and use.
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Active Braille - the flexible and mobile Braille display with patented ATC technology-1

Help Tech The home of Handy Tech Braille Displays The Active Braille is a 40 character Braille display with patented ATC technology. In addition to an ergonomically designed Braille display, the Active Braille is also a powerful notetaker with numerous integrated functions and 16 GB of storage space. You can enter text with the ergonomically designed Braille keyboard. Active Braille allows for relaxed nonstop reading by automatically scrolling the text as you read. The Active Braille can be connected via USB to the PC or via Bluetooth to three additional devices, like smartphones. With only 900 g and a battery life of 20 hours, the Active Braille is your reliable mobile companion. ■ 40 concave braille elements with cursor routing ■ adjustable Braille dot firmness ■ practical notetaking functions such as editor, calculator, clock and more ■ integrated ergonomic braille keyboard ■ HID technology - ready to use, without driver software ■ ATC technology - detects the reading position, analyzes the reading behavior, visualizes the reading position in real time ■ Bookworm function: automatic scrolling at the end of the line ■ Connection via USB or Bluetooth ■ up to 20 hours of battery life

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Active Braille - perfect for school and study The Outstanding Braille Display Connected via USB to a PC, Active Braille is immediately ready to use for you. The HID technology allows using Active Braille without the need of installing a software driver. With the use of HID technology (Human Interface Device), Help Tech sets new standards for Braille displays. Active Braille also offers a wireless Bluetooth connection ready to use for PC and mobile phones. Active Braille has complete note taker functions like editor, calculator, clock and much more. Hundreds of books can be stored on the 16 GB...

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ATC Assistance Function Besides the automatic scrolling when reading text, the ATC technology of Active Braille opens up new possibilities for you using a PC. Assistance functions make information accessible or faster to access. ATC assistance can for example read the whole line of text or words for you if you have touched the first letter. ATC can also announce the changes of text attributes at the reading position. So it is indicated to you that for example normal text has turned into bold text. Analyzing the Reading Flow The reading position can be observed by a sighted person in real time...

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Active Braille III Help Tech Mobility is the Key Weighing only 900 g and with a battery life of 20 hours, Active Braille can be used everywhere. The batteries can be fully recharged within 3 hours. The rechargeable batteries can easily be exchanged himself. Active Braille comes with a handy carrying case, just open it and you can start taking notes with Active Braille. Your notes can be easily transferred to a PC where you can modify and print them. The Perfect Ergonomics Only the Braille cells of Handy Tech braille displays are sloping backwards and are concavely shaped. The reading area is...

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