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BrailleSense (Various Models)

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Model: 
U2, U2 Mini, QWERTY, Polaris, and Polaris Mini.
Product Type: 
Primary device
Manufacturer Name: 
HIMS
Approximate Cost: $4,595.00

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Product Description: 

The BrailleSense is a combination Braille notetaker, entertainment, and navigation device.

BrailleSense U2 

Compact and portable, it offers output via Braille, speech or both simultaneously. 

BrailleSense U2 Mini

Includes enhanced features, such as extended battery run time, improved GPS receiver sensitivity, the addition of a vibration motor, and an optimized Windows-based operating system with a familiar, Windows-like user interface.

BrailleSense U2 QWERTY

In addition to being a QWERTY notetaker, the BrailleSense U2 QUERTY is inclusively designed for deaf-blind users. With this product the user can create and read documents in five languages and use multiple bilingual dictionaries to ensure accuracy and style, highlight documents with font and style options, open EML files directly from the File manager, record in DAISY and secure valuable information with file encryption.

BrailleSense Polaris

Features a 32-cell Braille display, native compatibility with Google apps and an Android operating system.

BrailleSense Polaris Mini

Feature a more compact design, with a 20-cell Braille display.

Main Features: 

The BrailleSense U2 includes these features:

  • Easily accessible audio buttons and 11 equalizer settings.
  • Control the FM Radio, DAISY Player, and Media Player with designated media buttons located on the unit's front.
  • 1GHz Mobile CPU.
  • 32GB flashdisk.
  • Access to email with IMAP.
  • Input or navigation via Ethernet, Wi-Fi (b/g/n) or 3G USB modem.
  • Includes Nemeth code support.
  • Read and review Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel files in contracted Braille, and access Twitter, YouTube, Dropbox, and Facebook.
  • Bilingual features and Sense Dictionary.
  • Fraction calculation and Nemeth Braille code entry into a fully functional scientific calculator.
  • Built-in flippable LCD with an added vibrate motor.
  • Mobile connectivity and chat using Google Talk.
  • GPS receiver and electronic compass with directions or real-time, turn-by-turn navigation to the specified destination.

The BrailleSense U2 Mini includes these features:

  • Rapid data processing from a 1 Ghz Mobile CPU.
  • Windows-based operating system with familiar controls and file system.
  • YouTube streaming for accessing educational videos and finding homework help.
  • Excel Viewer for navigating complex spreadsheets at work, or for completing math and career training in an education setting (supports XLS and XLSX file types).
  • RSS Reader for accessing school website content, news feeds, and podcasts.
  • Twitter.
  • Built-in GPS and Compass for exploring your surroundings and providing directions and turn-by-turn navigation.
  • Word Processor that supports many different file types, including grade 1 & grade 2 Braille support with TXT, RTF, DOC, DOCX, BRL, BRF, HBL, PDF, and EPUB.
  • Built-in DAISY Player that supports DAISY 2.0/2.02, ANSI/NISO Z39.86 (DAISY 3.0), NIMAS, NLS, Bookshare.org and Learning Ally (formerly RFB&D).
  • Built-in Media Player that supports WAV, MP3, MP4, ASF, OGG, WMA, M3U, Audible (AA, AAX), WMV, FLAC, and MID.
  • External media controls for easy access without entering media player application.
  • Audio recording in MP3 and WAV with adjustable bit and sample rates – Using the built-in microphone or external audio device via the microphone jack.
  • Easy configuration of IMAP and POP3 email accounts and full automatic translation that allows emails to be written in contracted Braille but read in standard text by sighted recipients; it also allows Braille users to read any emails written to them in contracted Braille.
  • Online help available in every application.
  • Address manager, schedule manager, scientific calculator, database manager, alarm clock, stopwatch, sleep timer, and more.

The BrailleSense U2 QWERTY includes these features:

  • 1GHz Mobile CPU and a 32GB flashdisk.
  • Create and read documents in any of five languages and use multiple bilingual dictionaries to ensure accuracy and style.
  • Highlight your most important points with advanced font and style options. 
  • IMAP email access, and the ability to open EML files directly from the File manager. Secure your valuable information with file encryption.
  • Fraction calculation and Nemeth Braille code entry into a fully functional scientific calculator.
  • Built-in LCD allows sighted teachers and parents to view a student’s progress while he uses BrailleSense U2.
  • Easily accessible audio buttons and 11 equalizer settings. In addition, control the FM Radio, DAISY Player, and Media Player with designated media buttons located on the front of the unit.
  • Created with the Deaf-blind in mind: flippable USB Plug in Play LCD display (Optional) has facilitated communication with the deaf-blind. Now with an added vibrate Motor, a deaf-blind person can be alerted to messages or errors in input or navigation.
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi (b/g/n) or 3G USB modem.
  • Twitter and Google Talk.
  • GPS receiver and electronic compass, with real-time, turn-by-turn navigation to your destination. GPS map data is an optional add-on.

The BrailleSense Polaris includes these features:

  • Android Lollipop operating system.
  • 11-key Perkins keyboard.
  • Wi-fi 802.11AC dual band, Bluetooth 4.2, IRDA, USB 3.0 and HDMI.
  • The built-in 13 MP camera ensures accessible applications can take clear photos.
  • In addition to a traditional 9-key Perkins Braille keyboard and function keys, Polaris offers special touch-enabled function keys for quickly performing common operations, like copying and pasting in the Word Processor, or switching tracks in the Media Player.
  • Charge Polaris via the included AC jack, USB, or via wireless charging.
  • Use the Word Processor to create and print Braille and text documents.
  • Open and read text, RTF, DOC and DOCX, PPT and PPTX, PDF, and Epub files in contracted Braille.
  • Send email using POP or IMAP.
  • Keep track of contacts and appointments and sync them with your Google account.
  • Mobile connectivity and communication:
    • Search for and download accessible applications in the Google Play store.
    • Use accessible Android apps for social networking, gameplay, Google services, and more.
    • Browse the web with an accessible Web browser based on Google Chrome.

The BrailleSense Polaris Mini includes these features:

  • Compact design.
  • 11-key Perkins-style keyboard with Ctrl and Alt keys.
  • Android OS 5.1.1 (Lollipop).
  • External Micro SD slot.

Primary Specifications: 

The BrailleSense U2 includes these specifications:

  • Braille display: 32 Cells.
  • Dimensions: 250 x 128 x 39 mm; 9.84” x 5.0” x 1.5″.
  • Weight: 924g / 2 lbs.

The BrailleSense U2 Mini includes these specifications:

  • Braille display: 18 Cells.
  • Dimensions: 172 x 90 x 27 mm; 6.7″ x 3.5″ x 1.0″.
  • Weight: 427g / 0.94 lbs.

The BrailleSense U2 QWERTY includes these specifications:

  • Braille display: 32 Cells.
  • Dimensions: 250 x 160 x 20 mm; 9.84″ x 6.3″ x 0.78″.
  • Weight: 838g / 1.84 lbs.

The BrailleSense Polaris includes these specifications:

  • Braille display: 32 Cells.
  • Dimensions: 245 x 144 x 19 mm; 9.64 x 5.66 x 0.74 in.
  • Weight: 750 g / 1.65 lb.

The BrailleSense Polaris Mini includes these specifications:

  • Braille display: 20 Cells.
  • Dimensions: 185 x 103 x 23 mm; 7.28 x 4.05 x 0.90 in.
  • Weight: 415g / 0.91 lb.

Options & Accessories: 

These accessories are common to all models:

  • External USB LCD display.
  • Battery pack.

BrailleSense U2 includes these additional accessories:

  • Carrying case.
  • AC adapter.
  • Executive Products Premium Case.

BrailleSense U2 Mini includes these additional options and accessories:

  • GPS map data is an optional add-on.
  • Battery changer cradle.
  • AC adapter.
  • USB cable.
  • Earphones.
  • Leather carrying case.
  • Silk dust cover.
  • Manual (CD-ROM), command summary (Braille).

BrailleSense QWERTY includes these additional accessories:

  • AC adapter.
  • Carrying case.

BrailleSense Polaris includes these additional accessories:

  • TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) carrying case.
  • Wireless rechargeable battery pack.
  • USB 3.0 Data Cable x 1EA.
  • AC adapter x 1EA.
  • Earbuds x 1EA.

BrailleSense Polaris Mini includes these additional accessories:

  • TPU carrying case.

More Information: 

See Manufacturer's website about the BrailleSense U2.

See Manufacturer's website about the BrailleSense U2 Mini.

See Manufacturer's website about the BrailleSense U2 QWERTY.

See Manufacturer's website about the BrailleSense Polaris.

See Manufacturer's website about the BrailleSense Polaris Mini.

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