The Humanware Brailliant BI 20X braille display is designed for enhanced accessibility and usability for individuals who rely on braille reading and note-taking. This 20-cell refreshable braille display comes equipped with standalone applications, allowing users to connect seamlessly to five Bluetooth devices and one USB connection. The unit incorporates an intuitive Key Soft Lite interface, ensuring a seamless user experience with productive applications available at your fingertips.
Flexible in storage solutions, the device boasts 16GB of internal usable storage along with possibilities for SD cards or USB connections. Onboard braille translation facilitates smooth translation between braille to print and vice versa, essential for effective communication. The device also allows for switching between different braille grades, aiding users in building their proficiency in contracted braille.
Daisy book player for audio content
Victor Reader application for easy resource downloads from Bookshare, NLS BARD, and other libraries
Support for various file formats including DOCX, DOC, TXT, BRF, and BRL
Basic note-taking capability using an ergonomic, silent Perkins style keyboard
Lightweight and portable, the device includes a carrying case, making it an ideal braille companion for users on the go.
An exam mode is available that restricts access to the internal storage during exam environments.
A future software upgrade will include audio support, allowing users to listen to audiobooks, thus broadening their literary access.
Dimensions: 93mm (3.3”) x 182mm (7.2”) x 23mm (0.9”) with a weight of 400g.
System languages supported include English, French FR, French CA, German, Dutch, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, and Arabic.
The Humanware Brailliant BI 40X braille display is an innovative device designed for those who rely on braille for reading and writing. This 40 cell refreshable braille display features standalone applications, making it a versatile tool for users across various contexts. With Bluetooth 5 technology, it ensures a more reliable and stable connection, allowing you to connect to up to five Bluetooth devices and one USB as a braille display. This connectivity makes it easy to integrate into any workflow or study environment.
One of the standout features of the Humanware Brailliant BI 40X braille display is its built-in applications, powered by Key Soft Lite, which provides an intuitive and seamless user experience. Users can enjoy onboard braille translation, allowing them to translate braille to print and vice versa. With 32GB of internal storage, users can save a vast library of documents and resources.
The Humanware Brailliant BI 40X also functions as a Daisy book player and comes equipped with the Victor Reader application, enabling easy downloads from Bookshare, NLS BARD, and other libraries. It supports a variety of file types, including DOCX, DOC, TXT, BRF, and BRL, making it a flexible choice for individuals with diverse reading needs.
Notetaking is made easier with the ergonomic and silent Perkins style keyboard, which is perfect for jotting down notes during meetings and classes. It even provides an exam mode which removes access to the internal storage, ensuring a distraction-free environment during assessments. Moreover, users can switch between braille grades, aiding their proficiency in contracted braille.
Looking ahead, more features are on the horizon, including audio support from a free upgrade, allowing users to listen to audiobooks. This functionality will significantly expand the availability of audio resources, enriching the reading experience. The device also supports various system languages, including English, French, German, Dutch, and many more, making it accessible to a wider audience.
The Mantis Q40 Braille Display is designed to enhance the reading and writing experience for individuals who rely on braille. With its advanced features, this device provides a versatile tool for anyone seeking greater independence in their daily tasks. The built-in applications are particularly noteworthy, as they address various user needs effectively.Contains the following built-in applications:
Basic editor to function as a user’s pen and paper.
Book reader to download and read books in braille.
Calculator to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Clock to check the date and time.
File manager to organize one’s work.
Homeware signature thumb keys and home button.
15 hours of battery life with rechargeable, removable batteries.
16 GB of internal storage.
SD card slot and USB host port for flash drives.
Additionally, the Mantis Q40 Braille Display is compatible with a range of devices, making it a great addition to any tech setup. It works seamlessly with Windows 8 and above using JAWS 18+, NVDA, and Narrator, as well as MacOS 10.15.+ Catalina and iOS 13.5.1+. This compatibility ensures that users can integrate the braille display into their existing workflows with ease.Whether used for writing, reading, or managing tasks, the Mantis Q40 Braille Display empowers users to achieve their goals with confidence. Experience the blend of functionality and accessibility with this innovative device.
HumanWare low vision video magnifiers are the core focus of this specialist collection, bringing together electronic magnifiers, reading players, and braille displays designed to support low vision and blindness needs at home, work, and school. Within this curated range of HumanWare low vision video magnifiers you will find portable handheld solutions, full‑featured desktop units, flexible tablet‑style magnifiers, and complementary audio and braille products that can be combined into a complete accessibility workstation.
Explore and Reveal video magnifiers
The HumanWare low vision video magnifiers in this collection include the Explore 5 handheld electronic magnifier, Explore 8 handheld electronic magnifier, and Explore 12 – Portable Video Magnifier for users who need compact, lightweight tools for reading labels, mail, photos, and documents on the go. For extended reading sessions and a larger, more stable viewing area, the Reveal 16 Full HD digital video magnifier and Reveal 16i Full HD digital magnifier offer comfortable desktop use, high‑quality imaging, and an easy viewing posture.
The Connect 12 electronic magnifier (new gen.) distance viewing 25X provides a tablet‑style experience that pairs traditional magnification with smart digital features and the ability to view materials at a distance up to 25X, supporting classroom, office, and presentation environments.
Reading players and braille displays
Alongside HumanWare low vision video magnifiers, this collection includes HumanWare digital talking book and media players such as Victor Reader Trek – talking book player & GPS, Victor Reader Stream – Handheld media player, and Victor Reader Stratus12 M Daisy MP3 player for accessible reading and audio navigation.
For braille access, options include Humanware Brailliant BI 20X braille display, Humanware Brailliant BI 40X braille display, and Mantis Q40 Braille Display, delivering refreshable braille for computers and mobile devices. The BrailleNote Touch 18 Plus – Braille note taker/tablet and BrailleNote Touch 32 Plus – Braille note taker/tablet combine braille input with tablet‑style productivity for education and professional use.
Choosing the right solution
Select handheld Explore magnifiers when maximum portability and everyday convenience are the priority.
Choose Reveal desktop video magnifiers for longer reading sessions and a larger, stable screen.
Use Connect 12 to gain a tablet‑like magnifier with distance viewing up to 25X for classrooms and meetings.
Combine Victor Reader players with Brailliant or Mantis braille devices to build a multi‑modal accessible reading and braille workstation.
FAQ
Are these products suitable for a range of low vision needs? Yes, the mix of handheld, desktop, and tablet‑style magnifiers, together with audio and braille devices, supports many different low vision and blindness requirements.
Can I combine magnifiers with braille and audio players? Many customers pair video magnifiers with Victor Reader players and braille displays or note takers to create a flexible, multi‑modal setup for reading, studying, and working.
