Alva BC 680
Efficient access to information
Imagine sending and receiving e-mails, reviewing appointments and surfing the web, all in Braille. Offering 80 Braille cells, an optional built-in screen reader and integrated Bluetooth technology, the ALVA Braille Controller 680 wirelessly connects to your computer, tablet or smart phone without having to install a driver.
Enjoy using a seamless Braille display
The ALVA BC680 guarantees a paper-like reading experience thanks to the seamless Braille caps and to the luxurious Braille cells using the same technology as those found on the ALVA BC640.
Enjoy using 80 cells
Imagine connecting to a computer and reading a whole line of text before moving the cursor along. The slim design of the ALVA BC680 enables you to read up to 80 characters at once. It is the smallest Braille display containing 80 Braille cells making it the ideal solution for professional and educational environments.
Two Braille Controllers, one device
Thanks to the two USB ports and the integrated Bluetooth, the ALVA BC680 is the only Braille terminal offering simultaneous connectivity with two separate PCs or a PC and a smart phone. Connect your PC keyboard directly to the BC680 and work on the PC while staying connected to receive text messages in real time. Connect to one mainstream device by USB and the other by wireless Bluetooth. The ALVA BC680 makes all this possible using the innovative “split-point” feature to divide the cells into a pair of separate displays with individual sets of keys and the use of just one PC keyboard.
Specifications
- 80 Braille cells: for reading
- Two piece cell cap
- 80 cursor routing keys: positioned below the Braille line
- 2 Smartpads, each with 5-way navigation key and 4 function keys
- 10 navigation thumb keys
- 4 navigation keys
- 4 GB integrated memory
- Possibility to include your preferred screen reader on-board
- Integrated Bluetooth technology: within a range of 100 meters
- Integrated rechargeable battery: offering 10 hours of continuous use
- Two high speed USB ports
- USB keyboard connection
- Dimensions: 59.5 x 7.5 x 1.8 cm / 23.4 x 2.9 x 0.7 in
- Weight: 1.19 kg / 2.6 lb
Screen Reader Compatibility
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: Talks
Apple Mac OS X Mountain Lyon: VoiceOver
Linux: BRLTTY