Alternative Computer Access The ICT Suite

Alternative Computer
Access
The ICT Suite
Do you have difficulty using the Mouse?
Do you difficulty using a Computer Keyboard?
Do you have difficulty reading the screen?
If the answer is YES to any of these questions then maybe we can
help you.
Computer Access
Computer access devices allow people who
have problems using a conventional keyboard
or mouse to access the computer. Use of
computers and ICT (Information
Communications Technology) is now a
fundamental part of day to day life and
accessing the computer can be a significant
factor in someone's quality of life.
In the ICT Suite we have a range of
computer access equipment.
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We can assess your requirements.
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Offer advise on the equipment you may
need.
If you would like
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More information on this service
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To make an appointment to have look
around
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To make an appointment for an
assessment
Contact Ray Curtis on: 01302 892942
Email me on: ray.c@sycil.org
Alternative access equipment we have in
the ICT Suite:
1.
Big Keys LX
2.
Cherry Compact Keyboard
3.
Roll Up Keyboard
4.
Intelikeys Keyboard
5.
PCTrac Trackball
6.
AirObic Mouse
7.
Kensington Optical Expert Mouse
8.
Roller II Trackball
9.
Roller Joystick
10.
Helpjoy Mouse
11.
Help Click Mouse
12.
Glidepoint Mouse
13.
Smart Nav
14.
Buddy Buttons
15.
Bierley Video Magnifier
16.
Word Prediction Software
17.
Screen Magnification /
Reader Software
18.
Voice Recognition Software
19.
Ergorest (Arm Rest)
1: Big Keys LX Keyboard
BigKeys LX keyboards offer 1" large
square keys with lettering 10X larger
than standard keyboards. BigKeys is a
simplified 60 key format that retains all
the functions of a standard keyboard.
Features:
Shown opposite with optional key
guards.
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Variety of key layouts available
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Full keyboard functionality with only
60 keys
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No repeat key send
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Brightly coloured or high-contrast
versions
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PS/2 Connector/Port Optional USB
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Adaptor PS/2 to AT adaptor
available upon request
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Plug and go for all PC's (PS/2 and
USB), iMac (with PS/2 to USB
adaptor)
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Punctuation and Internet ready
symbols
2: Cherry Compact Keyboard
This smaller sized keyboard allows users
to reduce the amount of reach and room
needed to operate a standard QWERTY
keyboard. This can be particularly
beneficial for people challenged by
mobility issues.
Key Guards can be are available for
this keyboard.
Features:
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Uses mechanical keys with high
precision key action in small
physical dimensions
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Keycaps are arranged in 18mm grid
Exceptionally space-efficient
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Lightweight
LED indicators for Num Lock, Cap
Lock, Scroll Lock
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Reliability rating of 170,000 hours/
20 million key operations
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Soft contact actuation
3: Air Touch Flexible Keyboard
This revolutionary keyboard is water
resistant, flexible, dust and
contaminant proof. The keyboard can
be used in Industrial environments,
hospitals, libraries, marine and boating
applications, in fact anywhere where
dust and liquids are present or silence
is a must. You can even use it in the
home! You will find it practical if the
kids tend to eat snacks while doing
their homework on the computer.
Features:
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Completely waterproof: Withstands
spills, splashes and moisture
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Flexible, roll it up and carry it with
your laptop
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Clean with standard household
cleaners
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Helps eliminate RSI (it's flat, not
raised up at an angle)
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You choose the colour: Be
different!
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Child friendly
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Soft and safe to use in a variety of
hostile environments
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Ideal for studio use with open
microphones
4: Intelikeys Keyboard
The Keyboard with the Changing
Face.
Unlike the keyboard on your standard
computer, the Intelikeys keyboard can
be
customized in appearance and
functions when you slide in special
printed overlays. The Standard Overlays
that come with Intelikeys feature large,
well spaced keys in high contrast colours
to make it easy for users to locate
letters and numbers. Overlays for
numbers, mouse movement, and
alphabetical and QWERTY keyboard
layouts can be slid into Intelikeys for
instant us.
Features:
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Macintosh and Windows
compatible
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Works alongside standard
keyboard
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Works with any keyboardaccessible software
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Settings can be customized using
Setup Overlay or control panel
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Software updates can be
downloaded from Web
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Convenient and flexible switch
interface
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Plugs and unplugs without
disrupting your work
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Turns on or off while connected to
your computer
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Plastic keyguards (sold separately)
help users select the right keys
5: PCTrac Trackball & KidTrac
The PC Trac is a large, sturdy and
affordable track ball mouse device. This
100% Microsoft mouse compatible
trackball offers you plug-and-go
technology - by simply inserting the
cable into your IBM PC or PS/"
compatible computer.
This specially adapted KidTrac mouse
has been modified to include sockets
specifically compatible for large button
switches frequently used for special
needs environments.
Features:
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Native USB with Adaptor for PS/2 or PS/2
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100% Windows XP, 2000, 98, 95,
3.1 and NT compatible
Features:
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Full-sized, 2.25" trackball
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PS/2 connection type
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Plug-&-Play, no software needed
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Drag lock feature enabled for easy
use.
Delivers comfort and performance
for precise cursor control
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Drag Lock lets you drag and drop
without holding a button down
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Suits hands of all sizes
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For left handed and right handed
users
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Full-sized, three button trackball
input
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Microsoft PS/2 mouse compatible
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Extra Large Buttons for ease of
use
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Windows XP, 2000, 98, 95, 3.1
and NT compatible
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Ambidextrous compatible
6: AirObic Mouse
A new mousing approach for RSI
sufferers. Left handed and right handed
versions.
The Airobic Mouse repositions and
sup po r t s t he h a nd a n d w r i st ,
minimising pressure on the muscles
and tendons.
By cradling the 'hand and wrist' and
encouraging the hand in an upright
position, the design relieves pressure
on the wrist. Available in left and righthanded versions, the design is ideal for
anyone experiencing Repetitive strain
Injuries (RSI).
The AirObic Mouse is now available in
black.
Features:
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Helps with Carpel Tunnel
Syndrome and Tendonitis
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Reduces pressure on muscles and
nerves
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Three button scroll wheel design
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Left and right-handed versions
available
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USB Connection
7: Kensington Optical Expert Mouse
Designed for PCs and Mac's, the new
Expert Mouse® employs Kensington's
Diamond Eye™ optical technology for
smooth, precise cursor movement.
Features:
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DiamondEye™ Optical tracking for
superior accuracy
Surrounding the ball, we have a brand
new implementation of our award
winning Scroll Ring™ that puts scrolling
right at your fingertips.
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Award-winning Scroll Ring™ for
precise fingertip scrolling
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Exceptional comfort for ultimate
productivity
More comfortable than ever, the Expert
Mouse® even comes with a soft new
wrist rest-right in the box!
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Large ball for maximum precision
and control
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Detachable wrist rest cradles hand
in comfort
You get all of these great new features
along with the same, large ball,
exceptional control, and ease-of-use
that has set the industry standard for
more than 15 years.
8: Roller II Trackball
Roller II and Roller PlusTrackballs Are mouse alternatives ideal for users
with moderate to severe motor skill
difficulties.
Features:
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Drag lock button for easier
mousing
Roller II
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Three buttons, and three
corresponding switch sockets
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Colour coded buttons and switch
sockets
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Removable finger guard to support
and guide hand
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Solid construction keeps unit in
place
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Ideal for users with motor skill
difficulties
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Plug-and-Go - no special software
needed
The Roller II Trackball is easy to
operate with your finger-tips. It
features three buttons, which are
guarded with a removable finger guard
which helps locate the correct switch,
support the hand, and avoid pressing
wrong keys. A useful latching 'dragswitch' is also fitted. No additional
software is needed.
Three ability switch ports are fitted on
the back of the unit, allowing external
access to the buttons.
Roller Plus
This rugged mouse alternative is ideal
for users with severe motor-skill
difficulties. Traxys Roller and Joystick
devices were previously known as
Penny and Giles.
The large trackball has a latching 'dragswitch' and a double-click switch. In
addition the X-Y inhibit switch enables
the cursor to be moved horizontally or
vertically only. The 5 speed variable
cursor can adjust to suit user needs.
The Roller Plus Trackball comes
complete with all of the above features
PLUS the following options:
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Double-click key to simplify this
sometimes difficult action.
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Speed control key allowing the
user to select the most appropriate
cursor speed.
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Up/down or left/right only key to
make it easier to navigate menus,
tool bars etc.
9: Roller II & Roller Plus Joystick
The Roller II Joystick is an excellent
alternative to a mouse. It will seem
familiar to powered wheelchair users,
eliminating the need for the user to
learn a new control method. The Roller
Plus Joystick has some enhancements
to the Roller II.
Compared to a conventional mouse,
this joystick requires very little energy
to operate. Other mice or trackballs
require lots of pushing to move the
mouse around. The Roller II Joystick
just needs holding in the direction that
you want the cursor to travel - and the
computer does all the hard work.
The Roller II Joystick includes two
alternative stick grips which can be
easily fitted - a T-Bar and a soft orange
sized ball.
Features:
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Drag lock button for easier mouse
use
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Three buttons, and three
corresponding switch sockets
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Colour coded buttons and switch
sockets
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Removable finger guard to support
and guide hand
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Solid construction keeps unit in
place
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Ideal for users with motor skill
difficulties
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Similar to joystick controls on
powered wheelchairs
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Plug-and-Go - no special software
needed
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Comes with both USB and PS/2
connections
The Roller Plus Joystick has all of the
above features, but cursor movement
is achieved by moving the joystick
against the rolling track ball. Certain
users find this easier, particularly those
with more severe motor impairments.
As with all of the “Roller” range these
units are PS2/USB compatible.
10: Helpjoy Mouse
This robust Joystick Mouse uses a
joystick interface to control the mouse
with four mouse click function buttons
situated on the unit: Left Click, Right
Click, Double Click and Drag Lock.
The Joystick Mouse is a considerable
help for those with motor skill
difficulties, poor dexterity, tremors or
Repetitive Strain Injury.
The compact device has four mouse
click function buttons: Left Click, Right
Click, Double Click and Drag Lock. All of
these buttons can also be controlled via
external ability switches or other input
sensors.
There is also a 9-pin connector allowing
the user to connect other input
switches/sensors to control the
directional movement of the mouse
pointer. The Joystick Mouse comes with
a USB connection and is Plug and Play.
No software drivers are required.
Features:
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External Button Inputs.
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External Direction Inputs.
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Ideal for RSI, motor skill
difficulties and similar.
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Four Buttons.
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USB Connection.
11: Help Click Mouse
Helpiclick is a very small static mouse
that you can work with one finger.
The Helpiclick mouse works by rolling
your finger around a static button to
move the cursor and accessing left and
right clicks via buttons on either side of
the central mouse.
Similar in operation to the mouse
button found on some types of laptop
computer, choose the Helpiclick for
users who have limited arm or finger
movement, for example muscular
dystrophy, motor neurone disease, or
arthritis. There is no need to move the
mouse physically and no trackball to
roll around. An ideal solution for
wheelchair users who may find
reaching the desktop difficult.
The Helpiclick is also equipped with two
switch sockets facilitating alternative
access to the left and right clicks or
other mouse functions.
No additional software or drivers are
required.
Features:
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Small size only 8 x 3 x 1 cms
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USB connection
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Works with light pressure
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Two standard 3.5mm switch
sockets
12: Glidepoint Mouse
No mouse can do all this! Cirque Smart
Cat sets a higher standard of
performance and comfort with the new
generation of GlidePoint? technology.
That old mouse or trackball can't
compete with effortless control like
this... Intelligent software you can
personalize, one-touch scroll and zoom
in most applications, distinctive sounds
for each operation, and more make the
Cirque Smart Cat the most precise,
easy-to-use pointing device in its class.
Features:
Scroll
Horizontal and vertical scroll commands
are operable in most 97 applications
and many non-97 applications. Just
glide your finger along the right and
bottom edges of the touchpad to
activate up/down and sideways
scrolling. Scroll areas are labelled on
the touchpad surface; feature requires
installation of the Cirque driver.
Zoom
Magnification feature is operable in
most 97 applications. Glide your finger
along the left edge of the touchpad to
activate zoom in/out. Zoom area is not
labelled on the touchpad surface;
feature requires compatible applications
and installation of the Cirque driver.
Right Taps
Right "clicks" can be activated by
tapping your finger in the upper right
corner of the pad. The area is marked
on the pad surface with a change of
colour and texture, and is a Microsoft?
Plug-and-Play feature. Customizing the
feature requires installation of the
Cirque driver.
Glide Extend
Edge extenders are activated when
your finger reaches the pad's edge. The
area is marked on the pad surface with
a change of texture, and is a Plug-andPlay feature. Customizing Glide Extend
requires installation of the Cirque
driver.
Other Sounds and custom speed,
sensitivity, and orientation settings also
require installation of Cirque driver.
13: Smart Nav 3
This is the SmartNav 4,
we have an earlier
version in the centre.
The only truly hands-free cursor
control. Ideal for ergonomic relief and
prevention of Repetitive Strain Injury,
the SmartNav 4:EG makes using a
computer what it should be: useful and
convenient. Other devices such as
trackballs and touch pads might reduce
pain and permanent damage, but the
hands free Smart-Nav EG eliminates
the aggravating movements associated
with these conditions completely. The
Smart-Nav EG also works with popular
voice recognition programs and
external clicking switches.
True Ergonomic Relief The SmartNav 4:EG package ends wrist
strain, by eliminating the need for a
mouse. With the built-in switch input
it's the best solution available for
Tendonitis, Repetitive Strain Injury,
and other wrist strain related problems.
Use Your Head, Spare Your Hands The main cause of RSI and tendonitis is
the repeated stressful motion of
moving your hand from your keyboard
to your mouse - and especially the
action of crimping a mouse whilst
dragging it across the desk to create
cursor movement. SmartNav doesn't
require any hand motion for cursor
movement and thus offers you the
highest level of relief possible.
Natural Motion SmartNav was designed to complement
the natural head motion you already
perform when looking around. Moving
your head less than a quarter inch
easily manoeuvres the cursor across
your entire screen.
Switch Input You can plug a click switch or a
footswitch directly into the side of the
SmartNav. With the Y Breakout Cable
(included), you can plug in separate
switches for left and right clicking.
Exclusive Software Features Cursor Control and Clicking
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Absolute Cursor Positioning Mode for
moving the cursor like a digitiser
instead of a relative mouse
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Separate X and Y Scaling, for dual
screen monitors or users with
limited head movement in one
direction
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Smoothing Control, for dampening
unwanted head movements
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Key Activated, to have the cursor
only move when you hold down a
key
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Pause, to simply pause the system
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Hotkeys for clicking, pausing and
centring the cursor.
14: Buddy Buttons
Buddy Buttons are very simple switch
devices designed to enable computer
access for people who cannot use
keyboards or mice at all. Use Buddy
Buttons with scanning or other switch
software to provide access to a wide
range of computer functions.
Several important hardware products
can be used with switches, for example
the BigTrack switch access version has
sockets that can be used with Buddy
Buttons to facilitate mouse clicking. The
Helpikeys will accept up to 5 Buddy
Buttons and has the capacity to allow
programming of functions. The Helpijoy
16 has a huge set of 16 sockets
delivering ready made functions for
games and educational software
access.
Buddy Button has s 60mm diameter.
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Features:
All purpose
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Light touch
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Wipe clean design
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Practical and tough
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Suitable for foot, head, or elbow
control as well as hands and
fingers.
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Cable Length: 1.4 metres
15: Bierley Video Magnifier
Bierley's easy to use and affordable
video magnifier.
allows users to simultaneously read and
write on the computer monitor.
The most cost-effective hand-held
video magnifier available. Simply plugin and use!
Features:
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Crisp, clear images
An affordable solution for anyone with
low vision requiring straight-forward
magnification. Simply, plug the
magnifier into your PC and you’re ready
to go! Bierley's Mouse Magnifier
displays excellent image quality and
automatically makes adjustments to
ensure the image is always balanced.
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Compact and manoeuvrable
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Ergonomic , easy to install and use
Comfortable to use
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Resize to change magnification
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24 x magnification
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USB Connection - plugs directly
into any USB 2.0 port
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Desktop or notebook compatible
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Microfiber Mouse Bag included
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5 feet of cable
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Works with any desktop or
notebook PC using USB 2.0 and XP
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Durable, CE approved, built to last
It's built-in scanning technology allows
users to simply glide over text and
images for clear magnification up to 24
times. The mouse-shaped design is the
world's first ergonomic video magnifier
and is extremely comfortable to use
even for users with hand movement
restrictions. It is lightweight and
compact and therefore easily portable
in its Microfiber Mouse Bag for use at
work or home.
This video magnifier is handy in a
learning environment where it can be
moved between classrooms and users
thereby promoting inclusivity. Also
useful for students especially when
combined with split-screens which
16: Word Prediction Software (Pen Friend XP)
Penfriend XP is a powerful tool for
those with dyslexia and physical
disabilities adding word prediction,
speech and an on-screen keyboard to
almost any other software.
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Features:
Boosts the confidence of struggling
spellers
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Broadens vocabulary
Penfriend allows children to store their
own preferences and lexicons, and is
available from any machine. It is easy
for teachers to select preferences, edit
children's lexicons and add topic
specific vocabulary. Teacher time input
is minimal, allowing schools to benefit
more.
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Speeds up writing
It integrates with Clicker 5, providing a
fully switch accessible predictive writing
environment.
Penfriend XL builds on the wellestablished Penfriend XP. In addition to
Penfriend XP's features, it provides
screen-reading and text-magnification
facilities so, for example, you can use it
to hear web pages spoken. The spoken
text can be transferred automatically to
the clipboard where, if a large font is
used, the text can be magnified for
those with visual impairment.
17: Screen Magnification / Reader Software (Zoom Text)
An audio reader and magnifier in
one software package.
ZoomText Magnifier/ Reader provides a
total computer access solution. Both
enlarging text and reading it aloud for
you so that you have complete access
to documents, Web pages and email.
ZoomText magnifies from 1x to 36x
and includes fractional powers of 1.25x,
1.5x, 1.75x and 2.5x so that you can
find the perfect level of magnification
for you. Additionally, Zoom Text's new
xFont technology displays the clearest
text possible and 8 zoom window types
allow you to choose what part of the
screen is magnified. You can even
change the screen colours to eliminate
glare and reduce eyestrain and
enhance the size and colour of the
mouse pointer and text cursor, making
them easier to find and follow.
The reader enables you to choose from
a variety of speech synthesizers,
i nc l u d in g t he ne w N e o S pe e c h ,
recognised for its human-sounding
voice quality. The package can narrate
all of your actions with echo options
including program, typing and mousing
and you can program ZoomText to
speak as little or as much as you want.
AppReader or DocReader can read your
documents, Web pages and email,
highlighting each spoken word along
the way. ZoomText's new Reading
Zones let you instantly see and hear
selected areas of your applications and
you can define up to 10 zones per
application.
18: Voice Recognition Software (Dragon Naturally Speaking V9)
This is version 10, we
have the earlier version
(9) in the centre.
Dragon Naturally peaking 10
Preferred gives small business and
advanced PC users the power to create
documents, reports and emails three
times faster than most people type —
with up to 99% accuracy. Surf the Web
by voice or dictate and edit in Microsoft
Word and Excel, Corel WordPerfect,
and most other Windows-based
applications. Create voice commands to
quickly insert blocks of texts or images
— such as your name, title, and
signature. Dictate into a handheld
device when you're away from your PC,
or use a Bluetooth microphone for the
same great dictation results without the
wires. A high-quality headset is
included.
Up to 99% Accurate and Three
Times Faster than Typing
Most people speak over 120 words per
minute, but type less than 40 words a
minute. That means you can create
documents and emails about three
times faster with Dragon Naturally
Speaking. Dragon never makes a
spelling mistake, and it actually gets
smarter the more you use it!
Easy to Use
Dragon
Naturally
Speaking
installs
quickly and requires no special script
reading. New on-screen help and
tutorials will make you an expert user
in no time.
Use with Many Windows Programs
Use your voice to dictate, edit and
control applications such as Microsoft
Word, Microsoft Outlook Express,
Microsoft Internet Explorer, and AOL.
NEW Search the Web and Your
Computer with Dragon Voice
Shortcuts
Use Dragon Voice Shortcuts to quickly
search for information on the Web or
on your own computer. Need to find
some information on the Web? Just say
“Search the Web for global warming
articles,” “Search Wikipedia for Tony
Blair,” or “Search eBay for Batman
comic books.” Searching the Web or
your computer has never been faster —
or easier.
Bluetooth Support
Use Dragon Naturally Speaking with
Nuance-approved Bluetooth headsets.
Be Productive on the Go
Dictate into any Nuance-certified
ha ndhe ld de vic e fo r a uto ma tic
transcription when you synch with your
PC.
19: Ergorest (Arm Rest)
Arm rest for complete
mounted forearm support.
desk
These ergonomically designed Arm
rests support your forearm whilst
allowing you a full range of movement.
They can help reduce stress, muscular
fatigue, pain and numbness in your
arm, wrist, shoulder and neck.
Especially helpful for users with Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome, RSI or WRULDS, the
ergonomically designed Ergorest
adjustable arm rests incorporate a
mouse pad platform. These can be
placed at the height and position which
is most comfortable, removing the need
to reach over your desk for your
mouse.
The standard version fits desks
between 15 - 43mm thickness (desk
top to underside); the wide clamp
option is for desks which have a
thickness of between 34 - 64mm.
Also available to buy in pairs.
Features:
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Complete forearm support
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Ergonomic
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Suitable for Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome, RSI and WRULDS
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Easy to fit
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Adjustable to suit most desks
South Yorkshire Centre For Inclusive Living
The ICT Suite
For
Training
&
Alternative
Computer Access
South Yorkshire Centre for Inclusive Living
M & M Business Park
Doncaster Road
Kirk Sandall
Doncaster
Telephone: 01302 892942
Minicom: 01302 892968
ICT Direct Line: 01302 892942
Web: www.sycil.org
Email: ray.c@sycil.org
Photographs taken from within the ICT Suite at SYCIL.