Readit (Various Models)
Product Description:
Readit is a lightweight video magnifier with built-in read-aloud software. The device allows users to instantly hear any printed materials spoken out loud.
Readit Air
A compact, lightweight portable 5 megapixel camera that works with the Readit software. It enables instant access to printed documents converting them to large print and text-to-speech output.
Readit Scholar HD
A high resolution 3-in-1 camera that is compact, lightweight and works with the Readit software. It enables instant access to printed documents converting them either to large print or text-to-speech output. This model is not as portable, but it features the ability to capture materials from a distance, along with full whiteboard and projector screen capture.
Main Features:
The Readit Air includes these features:
- Capture and read back documents in just 2 to 3 seconds on modern laptops.
- Capture documents at up to 20 pages per minute so entire text books can be stored in minutes.
- High resolution (5 MP) camera and latest OCR engine means the highest accuracy down to text as small as 6pt.
- Advanced motion detection algorithms ensure a clear image is captured every time.
- Captures an entire A4 page.
- Virtual X/Y Live View.
- For access to documents without capturing, place them under the Readit Air, & move the magnified & colour enhanced real-time image around with your mouse.
- Lightweight.
- Includes an attachable positioning guide.
- USB connection cable is included.
- Fits easily into standard 15 - laptop carry bags.
The Readit Scholar HD includes these features:
- Compact and foldable.
- Set up for document capture, the camera is just 36 cm tall (14.2 inches).
- 720p (1280x720 resolution) up to 60 fps via single USB 2.0 connection (Core i3 processor required for 60 fps live view at full resolution).
- Automatic switching between close-up and distance viewing modes as the camera head is lifted.
- Open base design means it's easy to handwrite and read in the traditional video magnifier way, without the base getting in the way of the paper or book.
- 16MP sensor with A3 capture area down to 6pt text.
- Zoomed in, 4pt text can be captured and read with 100% accuracy.
- 21x Optical zoom.
- The camera is optically and digitally stabilized meaning the Scholar HD is far less prone to shake and wobble.
- The combination of the 16 MP sensor, 21x optical zoom, optical and digital stabilization means it can perform OCR at distance (for whiteboards and projectors).
- Full whiteboard and projector screen capture for easy navigation with trackpad/mouse, removes the need for the end user to constantly track around the board by holding and repositioning the camera, even if OCR is not possible (on pictures or noncomputer based text).
- Powered via 1 USB 2.0 port.
- Adjustable length, integrated USB cable.
- Includes magnetic positioning guide with three positions: Storage, A4 (Letter), A3 (11 x 17) for easy positioning of documents for blind and well as low vision users.
- Includes headphones and laptop rucksack with easily enough space for user's laptop, charger, books and Readit Scholar HD.
Primary Specifications:
The Readit Air includes these specifications:
- Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.4 x 10 inches.
- Weight: only 500g.
The Readit HD Scholar includes these specifications:
- Dimensions: 28 x 17 x 4.5 cm.
- Weight: 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs).
- Live magnification: Up to 50x (on a 15.6 screen).
- Selectable live resolution from: 640x480, 30 fps; to 1280x720, 60 fps.
- Over 50 colour modes.
- 16 megapixel autofocus camera.
- Captures up to 20 pages per minute.
- Time to read: 4 - 15 seconds (hardware dependent).
- Compact design, foldable and easy to set up.
- 3-in-1 camera solution: Close-up, distance and self-viewing.
- Optical and digital image stabilisation.
More Information:
See Manufacturer's website about the Readit Air.
See Manufacturer's website about the Readit Scholar HD.