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Compatible Systems:
Compatible with PC, Mac, Linux & Chromebooks

Functions and Features:
* Hear words, pronunciations and lines of text read aloud through built-in speakers or attached earphones
* AI enhanced text recognition
* Look up words using the built-in Collins, Oxford, Spanish, and French dictionaries
* Scan, store and transfer to a PC or Mac (1GB of storage and downloads to a computer like using a USB key - no software required)
* Scan direct to the cursor on a computer
* OCR engine enables you to capture and save quotes and other text of interest instantly. The text is saved in text files which is then easily transferred to your computer.
* Built-in microphone allows you to record audio notes which can be retrieved and listened to any time. You can also upload the audio files to your computer.
* Can also be used as a USB drive with 3GB user space available. Connect it to a USB port on your MAC, Windows, or Linux computer.

Specifications:
* Built-in batteries
* Uses a standard micro USB connector for charging and connecting to computers, and a standard 3.5 mm connector for your favourite headphones
* Scan Font Size Range 6.5 - 22 point - Note: Text versus background contrast is important e.g. black words in a blue background and/or blue words in a black background cannot be scanned.
* No touch screen, use button provided to navigate through the menu and select the required function/mode, e.g: dictionary.

Method Of Use

* Run the C-Pen over the word/sentence/paragraph, while you are in the text reader mode, this will the text aloud for you.
* Run the C-Pen over an unfamiliar word, while you are in the dictionary mode, this will read the word aloud to you and will also provide you with the word's definition.

Place Of Manufacture

China

Price Guide

Price is from Scanning Pens
GST Exempt

Models

Connect - Bluetooth/Wifi only version that connects directly to an app on iOS, Android, Mac or PC. Requires device to use.

LingoPen - Translates using 8 dictionaries, includes voice recorder.

ReaderPen Secure - GDPR compliant version suitable for use in the workplace. No storage or dictionary.

ExamReader - Contains only the text to speech function, suitable for exam settings. No storage or dictionary.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.