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From: Margo.Downey@f60.n382.z1.fidonet.org (Margo Downey)
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Subject: Re: !! Need Help Setting UP System For Visually Imapaired Person !!
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Date: 21 May 91 04:10:52 GMT
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[This is from the Blink Talk Conference]

Hi!  First, we need to know something about around how much money we're
talking about.

You're right about speech, scanners, etc., and there are Braille displays.  Is
there going to be laptop or desktop computer?

There are many speech products and other adaptive technology devices on the
market--and software, too.  Are you setting this system up at the university
for several people to use or for one individual?

what applications will the person(s) be doing with a computer?

One speech package that works for one person might not be good for another.
We can tell you what we use, and what we think.

Many here use Vocal-eyes with some kind of speech synthesizer/board.  Others
of us use Jaws.  Some use Flipper.  Some use the IBM Screen Reader.

Are there any particular specific products you've read about that might help
us get started a little better?

Personally, my favorite speech software programs are:  Jaws and Vocal-eyes,
and Tiny Talk (am still learning that), and would like to know about Asap.

If I were to buy a scanner, it'd be the Arkenstone scanner package.

For a Braille display, I'd use KeyBraille.

Oh, and I like Braille 'n Speak, also--several people use that device here,
also.

Will a Braille printer be needed in order to produce Braille?  If so, you'll
need a Braille translator.

Am being mostly general in my reply because I feel I need just a bit more
information.

Take care, and good luck.  am sure others will respond, also.

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