Dolphin Computer Access Inc.

231 Clarksville Road
Suite 3
Princeton Junction, New Jersey 08550
United States
Telephone: 866-797-5921 or 609-803-2171.
Fax: 609-799-0475.
Web: http://www.yourdolphin.com.
Email: info@dolphinusa.com.

Products manufactured by Dolphin Computer Access Inc. (listed alphabetically)

1. APOLLO 2 DESKTOP SPEECH SYNTHESIZER

   The Apollo 2 Desktop Speech Synthesizer is a multi-lingual speech synthesizer designed to be used in conjunction with screen reader and text reading software by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This synthesizer provides high-quality speech output through its own built-in loudspeaker. Designed for rapid response, speech output can be stopped with a single keystroke. The unit plugs into the serial port of any desktop, laptop, or notebook computer and includes a choice of four languages from 30 available, a power supply, and a connector cord.

2. CICERO TEXT READER

   Cicero Text Reader is a reading machine program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This reading machine program uses optical character recognition (OCR) to turn a personal or laptop computer connected to a scanner into a reading machine with voice, large print, or braille output. It scans documents using Recognita's 32-bit OCR engine, and starts talking automatically as soon as the page scan is complete. The user can start and stop speech instantly with a key press, or browse through a document using the cursor keys. Users with low vision can view the document on screen in large print, with a choice of high contrast colors and fonts. The program also supports refreshable braille displays, and can export scanned text directly to a braille translation program (not included) for the production of embossed braille documents. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Intel P2 300 megahertz (Mhz) or AMD K6-2 300 Mhz processor; Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, or XP; Internet Explorer v3 or later; 50 megabytes (MB) free hard disk space; 64 MB memory; PCI or AGP graphics card; Sound Blaster compatible sound card; twain-compatible scanner.

3. DOLPHIN PEN

   The Dolphin Pen is an access software pen drive designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This USB pen drive device comes loaded with Dolphin Computer Access software, and allows users to carry the software with them and run it on any personal computer (PC) on which Dolphin Interceptor software has been installed (this software can be installed from the pen drive if it has not been previously installed on the PC). The device is available with one of four computer access programs: Supernova screen reader / screen magnifier software, Hal screen reader software, Lunar screen magnification software, or Lunar Plus screen magnifier / screen reader software (see separate entries). When the device is inserted into a computer's USB port, the access software begins running automatically with the user’s personal settings. When the device is removed from the USB slot, the software ceases running and the PC is ready for another user. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers running Windows. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 2000, XP Home, or XP Professional; Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 5 or later; Intel P2 400 megaHertz (MHz) equivalent or higher processor; 125 megabytes (MB) free hard disk space; 128 MB memory; PCI or AGP graphics card; Sound Blaster compatible sound card; and a USB port. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 7 x 2 centimeters.

4. EASEREADER DAISY PLAYER

   The EaseReader DAISY Player is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program enables publishers of audio e-books to deliver text and audio content that is protected from unauthorized copying, viewing, or editing of the source text. Content published using this program can be played back on DAISY-format playback devices, but cannot be copied, edited, or distributed in other formats. When content is viewed in applications such as Internet Explorer or a word processor, it appears as scrambled text.

5. HAL SCREEN READER

   HAL Screen Reader is a screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program provides speech output and also provides braille output for users of refreshable braille displays. It reads word processor documents and web pages, and recognizes Windows dialogs, icons, buttons, menus, and controls. When it is installed on a network or a server, it can be used from any terminal and can be switched on or off as required, giving the user the freedom to move around a building or campus. Users can save their preferred settings and retrieve them from wherever they choose to log on. The program comes with a print manual, quick reference cards in print and braille, and an audio manual and interactive tutorials on CD. Technical support is available by telephone and e-mail. OPTIONS: Standard or Professional edition. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Intel P2 300 megahertz (Mhz) or AMD K6-2 300 MHz or higher processor; Windows 95, 98, NT v4.0 (SP 6), 2000, or XP operating system; Microsoft Internet Explorer v3 or later; 50 megabytes (MB) free hard disk space; 64 MB memory; PCI or AGP graphics card (Windows Hardware Compatibility List approved); and Sound Blaster compatible sound card.

6. LUNAR SCREEN MAGNIFIER

   Lunar Screen Magnifier is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software provides screen magnification up to 16 times the usual size, high resolution type smoothing for all True Type fonts, adaptable split screen facility, overview mode, color changer, and scrolling line view with control of speed, line, and magnification. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, or Windows XP (home and professional); 16 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM).

7. LUNARPLUS ENHANCED SCREEN MAGNIFIER

   LunarPlus Enhanced Screen Magnifier is a screen magnification program with voice output designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software provides speech output, screen magnification up to 16 times the usual size, high resolution type smoothing for all True Type fonts, adaptable split screen facility, overview mode, color changer, and scrolling line view with control of speed, line, and magnification. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 95/98/NT/2000; 16 megabytes (MB) random access memory (RAM).

8. POCKET HAL

   Pocket Hal is a screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This screen reader produces voice output for Pocket PCs (PDAs), and it also supports input and output via compatible Braille display devices. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows Mobile 2003 Pocket PC Second Edition (SE), Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition (SE) Phone Edition, Windows Mobile 5 (WM5) for PDA, or Windows Mobile 5 PDA Phone Edition; 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM on the PDA. WARRANTY: 30-day money back guarantee.

9. SUPERNOVA READER MAGNIFIER

   Supernova Reader Magnifier is a combination screen magnification, braille output, and voice output screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The screen magnifier enables the user to magnify the screen up to 32 times original size. Image smoothing capability provides legibility at higher magnification levels. The software also offers the features of a screen reader program, and provides braille output for users of braille displays. It comes with a print manual, quick reference cards in print and braille, an audio manual and interactive tutorials on CD. Technical support is available by telephone and e-mail. OPTIONS: Standard or Professional edition. The Professional edition is designed to be easily configured to support business software applications, corporate intranets, and databases. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium or better processor; Windows 95, 98, Me, NT4.0, 2000, or XP; and a minimum of 16 megabytes (MB) RAM (32 MB recommended).

Products distributed by Dolphin Computer Access Inc. (listed alphabetically)

1. HAL ARABIC SCREEN READER

   Hal Arabic Screen Reader is a voice output screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is an Arab-language version of the Hal Screen Reader program (see separate entry). It reads the full screen, including text, dialog boxes, icons, buttons, menus, and controls, with voice and braille output in Arabic. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium processor; Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP operating system.

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