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ALVA BC640

A thin, rectangular braille writer with a row of control buttons below a row of braille cells.
Product Type: 
Device modifier
Manufacturer Name: 
Optelec
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Product Description: 

The ALVA BC640 is a braille reader offering 40 Braille cells, an optional built-in screen reader and high range integrated Bluetooth technology. 

Main Features: 

  • Wirelessly connects to a computer, smartphone, or tablet without having to install a driver.
  • Offers a paper-like reading experience due to Braille caps and Braille cells.
  • The integrated Braille keyboard enables users to take a quick note or write down a phone number.
  • Ergonomically designed input keys to reduce the need to use the computer or smartphone keypad.
  • Integrated stereo speakers allow users to listen to the speech output of their screen reader while reading Braille.
  • Light, compact design for traveling.
  • Carrying case included.

Primary Specifications: 

  • 40 Braille cells for reading.
  • One-piece cell cap.
  • 40 cursor routing keys positioned below the Braille line.
  • Smartpad with 5-way navigation key and 4 function keys.
  • 5 navigation thumb keys.
  • 4 navigation keys.
  • 4 GB integrated memory.
  • Bluetooth technology within a range of 100 meters.
  • Integrated Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery offering 10 hours continuous use with auto standby function.
  • High-speed USB port.
  • Dimensions: 33.8 x 7.5 x 1.8 cm / 13.3 x 2.9 x 0.7 in.
  • Weight: 725 g / 1.6 lb.
  • Screen Reader Compatibility v.4:
    • Windows 7, 8 and 10 (32-bit and 64-bit):
      • JAWS (version 10 and up).
      • SuperNova.
      • Window-Eyes.
      • System Access To Go.
    • Windows Vista and Windows XP:
      • JAWS (version 10 and up).
      • SuperNova.
      • Window-Eyes.
      • System Access To Go.
    • Symbian:
      • Mobile Speak.
      • Talks.
    • Android:
      • BrailleBack.
      • Mobile Accessibility.
    • Apple Mac OS X Leopard, Lyon, Mountain Lyon and higher: VoiceOver.
    • Apple iPod Touch, iPad and iPhone iOS 5.1 and higher: VoiceOver.
    • Linux: BRLTTY.
  • Screen Reader Compatibility v.4.1:
    • Windows 10:
      • JAWS (version 16 and up).
      • SuperNova.
    • Android:
      • BrailleBack.
    • Apple Mac OS X Leopard, Lyon, Mountain Lyon and higher: VoiceOver
    • Apple iPod Touch, iPad and iPhone iOS 11 and higher: VoiceOver.
    • Linux: BRLTT.

Options & Accessories: 

  • Also available in version ALVA BC640 Feature Pack which includes:
    • Braille Audio Feature Pack.
    • 8 Braille input keys for writing.
    • Keys for Control, Windows, Enter, Alt, and Spacebar.
    • Internal note-taking functionality.
    • Time and date function.
    • Built-in stereo speakers.
    • Volume control and mute button.
    • Additional rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery (extends the battery life up to 20 hours of continuous use).
    • 3.5 mm headset and microphone connections.

More Information: 

See manufacturer's website.