Adaptive Technology Lab Equipment

JAWS For Windows (JFW) by Freedom Scientific, Inc.

Synthesized speech technology that makes it possible for a Windows based computer to speak the information being displayed on the monitor. Key combinations provide access to reading, navigational and system controls for individuals with visual, learning and other impairments.

ZoomText Xtra by Ai Squared

Screen magnification application for use on Windows based computers. Information can also be spoken by the computer using the application's built-in synthesized speech technology.

SmartView Color CCTV by PulseData International

Close-circuit monitor and camera system provides access to print and other materials by increasing their size, contrast and brightness. Built-in controls are available for image size, focus and a variety of both black/white and color video modes. The SmartView can divide the screen to display both material placed under the camera and computer generated output on the monitor simultaneously.

BrailleWindow by Humanware, Inc.

Forty-five eight-dot cell refreshable Braille display allows tactile reading of text presented on the computer monitor. Multiple built-in controls are available for screen navigation and other functions.

Juliet Braille Embosser by Enabling Technologies Company

Braille printer that produces double-sided (interpoint) Braille documents. Output is 11" (H) X 11.25" (W) pages with 25 lines of 40 characters each per side.

Duxbury Braille Translator for Windows by Duxbury Systems, Inc.

Windows application used for creating, editing and producing Braille documents. Text in a variety of standard file types (e.g., .TXT, .WRI and .DOC) can be imported and converted to Braille.

NaturallySpeaking by Nuance Communications, Inc.

Speech recognition technologies that make it possible to control a computer and enter data without touching the keyboard or the mouse. A person who is unable to use their hands or who must limit their use can move cursors and pointers, perform keystrokes, carry-out system functions and create documents using only their voice.

WRIST WIZARD by R&H TECHNOLOGIES

The Wrist Wizard provides total support to the arms, wrists and palms. Vertical and lateral wrist motion is stabilized, while allowing fingers to move freely. The system holds the wrist rigid and allows the forearms to move effortlessly in any horizontal direction.
HELPS RELIEVE:

CARPAL TUNNEL
NECK PAIN
BACK PAIN
WRIST PAIN

Microsoft Natural Keyboards by Microsoft, Inc.

Microsoft Natural Keyboards are the result of extensive ergonomic and usability research. Their split, gently sloped shape encourages natural hand, wrist and forearm positioning. A built-in palm rest provides a comfortable place for hands when not typing.

Trackballs by Kensington Technology Group

Trackballs encourage natural hand positioning and reduce arm, shoulder and wrist movement. A top-mounted ball allows easy fingertip or mouth-pointer control and precision pointing. Their symmetrical design fits both left- and-right-handed users and all hand sizes. Some models offer custom programmable buttons, which can automate repetitive tasks or enable mouth-pointer users to perform drag-n-drop functions. Some models also offer scroll wheels for speeding through long documents and web pages.

Kurzweil 1000 by Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc.

An advanced reading tool for people who are blind or severely visually impaired. Kurzweil 1000 works on a personal computer in conjunction with a flatbed scanner and synthetic speech to convert printed text into speech.

Kurzweil 3000 by Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc.

Reads scanned or electronic text aloud using human sounding synthetic speech. Words are highlighted as they are spoken. This auditory and visual presentation of information helps increase reading accuracy, speed and comprehension for struggling readers.

OmniPage Pro by Nuance Communications, Inc.

Scanning application used to acquire and process digital images of print materials. Optical Character Recognition (OCR) processing can convert graphical characters into text, which may then be read using synthesized speech technology.