This is updated, as of Friday, March 25th 2016.
We have the following Products to sell.
Please read this carefully, as it is packed with lots of products we would
love to sell to you.
If you order a Blaze EZ or Blaze ET, we'll give you free shipping for the
month of March 2016.
Please read below.
If you don't have a Blaze ET or a Blaze EZ yet,please read below.
We would love to sell you a Blaze ET for $795.00 or a Blaze EZ for $595.00
I was able to successfully pare both my Blaze EZ and Blaze ET with my Amazon
Echo. This means that the Echo may be used as a BlueTooth speaker for the
Blaze ET or Blaze EZ.
Do you know that The Blaze ET is the first and only Book reader and MP3
player that may be pared with your Hims Note Taker or a Hims Braille
Display?
It works very well, too! I did it with my Braille Sense U2 Mini!
Do you need a device to help you in school so you may scan your papers,
school books, etc.?
Do you need a device to recognize colors?
Do you need a device to download and play NLS books from Bard, and BookShare
on the Go?
Do you need a device to play all your favorite audio books?
Do you need something that will read documents such as pdf files, e-pub
books, and other important documents?
Do you need a device that will play all the different formats of music you
can listen to while riding to and from work or school?
Well, A Blaze ET or Blaze EZ is just for you.
Blaze ET: $795.00
Blaze EZ: $595.00
We will give you free shipping with your order of the Blaze ET or the Blaze
EZ along with the Premium Option Pack for the month of March 2016.
We have sold several Blaze units
Remember when you purchase from Ferguson Technologies, you receive our Blaze
ET or Blaze EZ Tutorial for free. You also get free technical support by
phone during our normal business hours, or by email, any time.
If you purchase your Blaze product from someone else, you may purchase our
Tutorial for the Blaze of your choice for $25.00 as an mp3 download.
We have High Capacity SD cards available for purchase with your Blaze ET or
Blaze EZ.
Here's what we have in SD cards.
128GB SDXC card: $92.15
64GB SDXC card: $35.99
32GB SDHC Card: $27.99
When you purchase a 128GB or a 64GB SDXC card from us, we'll format it for
you, so it's ready to fill up and put in your Blaze ET or Blaze EZ.
We have the following Products in stock and ready to ship to you:
Go Bible NIV: $79.95
Go Bible King James: $79.95
NIV Voyager: $99.95
Word Of Promise NKJV Voyager Refurbished: $69.99
Olympus LS-14 Digital Recorder: $199.99
New Olympus DM-720 digital recorder: $149.99
New Olympus LS-p2 digital Recorder: $179.99
PlexTalk Pocket: $224.99
We have lots more items in stock and ready to ship to you.
Please read this updated info below!
Blaze ET and Blaze EZ. Portable Multi-Players with OCR. Blaze EZ and Blaze
ET.
A New Standard in Book Players.
Revolutionary, Pocket-sized Multi-players with Integrated Stand-alone OCR
and More.
Blaze ET and Blaze EZ represent a merging of technologies that sets
a new standard for portable DAISY players. For the first time, blind
and visually impaired consumers have access to pocket-sized book
players integrated with OCR text-to-speech to capture and read
aloud hardcopy printed documents on-demand. Access to Books, Music, Printed
Text and More. Blaze ET features a numeric keypad as well as several
built-in apps
including Calculator, Memo and Dictionary. Both Blaze ET and Blaze
EZ play audio books and music files from their internal memory or your
SD card and connect through built-in Wi-Fi to access online media,
podcasts and internet radio. They support more than 20 file formats
including formats from BookShare, NLS and Learning Ally, and also
play your favorite music or podcasts. Create high-quality recordings
using the internal microphone, external stereo microphone or stereo
line-in, and enjoy live radio using the built-in FM Radio.
Stand-alone, One-touch OCR and Text-to-Speech.
Use Blaze ET and Blaze EZ to read printed material like brochures,
magazines, restaurant menus, government or business forms, class
or meeting agendas and more. Wherever you go, just scan, and then
listen as printed materials are read aloud, or save a scanned image
for reading at your leisure. Just hold the unit parallel above the
document, then click the OCR button. It’s that simple.
Intuitive, Large Button Navigation.
Single-button access to books, music, radio and OCR means Blaze
ET and Blaze EZ are ideal multi-players for many students, rehab
clients and individual consumers, including seniors with age-related
vision loss. Simple navigation, built-in Wi-Fi and a common sense
menu structure makes Blaze the easiest-to-use book player available.
DAISY, media and OCR support ensures endless hours of information
and entertainment at the touch of a button.
Call Ferguson Technologies 605-854-9280 to order your Blaze ET or Blaze EZ
today!
Specifications Blaze EZ Blaze ET
Model number T70EZ or T70ET.
Flash Memory 12 GB available to user
Interface 1 micro USB, 1 SD card slot. Bluetooth Yes
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. CD Rom Supports external CD ROM via USB connection
(DAISY, Audio)
OCR Capture, save and read, store as image or text.
Applications: Daisy Player, Media Player, Book Reader, Recorder, Daisy2.0,
2.02, XML DAISY, ANSI/NISO, Z39.86 (DAISY3.0), NIMAS1.1, NLS, Learning
Ally, Bookshare.org, Serotek (SAMNet), Open Library.
MP3, MP4, WAV, WMA, WMV, OGG, ASF, AAC, AVI, FLAC, 3GP, MPG, M4A
TXT, RTF, HTML, HTM, XML, DOC, DOCX, PDF, EPUB, FB2, PDF
MP3, WAV. Additional Tools FM Radio, Clock, FM Radio, Clock (with alarm),
Calculator, Memo, Dictionary, Copy, Paste, Zip/Unzip within File Manager.
Audio Output Stereo speakers, headphone jack. Battery, Rechargeable and
detachable Lithium Ion battery. 12 hours battery life, 3 hours charge time.
Size 4.59” x 2.31” x 0.64”
Weight 4.8 oz. Warranty 1-year limited parts and labor warranty.
Innovating a new generation of digital book players… multi-players with
built-in OCR text-to-speech and more.
Calculator, Memo and Dictionary (Blaze ET model only).
Stand-alone, single-button OCR capture and read. Play DAISY, music and audio
book files.
Built-in Wi-Fi to access online media, podcasts and internet radio.
High-quality recording
12 GB internal flash memory. 12 hours battery life. Blaze ET and Blaze EZ.
Blaze EZ T70EZ. $595.00
Blaze ET T70ET. $795.00
Dictionary: $30.00
Thesaurus: $20.00
Premium Option pack comes with the following: The OCR stand helps you
capture images of printed material more accurately, thus vastly increasing
the quality of the recognition results. The OCR stand provides a guide on
which to place printed materials, and a tray for the Blaze EZ which centers
the camera at the correct height and position for a standard page of text.
The Cradle: Turn your portable player in to a desktop and back again simply
by inserting it and removing it from the cradle. The cradle charges both the
Blaze EZ and a spare battery separately or simultaneously. It also contains
an audio jack for connecting External speakers.
Spare Battery and AC Adapter. Keep one adapter at work and one at home, or
use one with the cradle and the other with the unit itself. Use the spare
battery to double your playing time on the go.
POP-149. $149.00
Shipping and hahndling is extra.
EPI Case: $59.99
If you purchase a Blaze ET or the Blaze EZ from Ferguson Technologies, you
will receive our tutorial for free, and free technical support during our
normal business hours or by email any time.
You will not be disappointed!
Please see our contact info at the bottom of this email.
Call Ferguson Technologies and order your Blaze ET or Blaze EZ today!
New Olympus digital recorders in stock and ready to ship to you.
These are great recorders with voice guidance in most of the menus.
You can now set the time and date on these new Olympus recorders.
You will receive our tutorial on the recorder you purchase from Ferguson
Technologies.
You will also receive free technical support when you purchase from Ferguson
Technologies.
Please read below.
DM-720 Digital Recorder: TRESMIC - Three microphone system for high-quality
sound recording. Lightweight, high quality metal body. Extensive
transcription functionality. Direct PC connection for convenient data
storage and charging; Attachment usable as both a clip and a stand. Product
Description: The top of the class DM-720 includes high quality recording
features packed into an efficient, smart metal body. It is equipped with an
easy-to-use interface, extended editing operations and various playback
functions. The DM-720 provides outstanding practicality and reliability to
support your recording needs. High-quality recording: “TRESMIC”
Three-microphone system for superior sound. The DM-720 features a three
microphone system that includes both directional and omnidirectional
microphones to faithfully capture the depth and fullness of the sounds
recorded. This Tresmic combination provides a wide frequency range for the
most demanding professionals. Zoom microphone for recording from a distance.
Using the latest technologies, zoom microphone unleashes the power of
proximity in noisy environments or when recording from a distant position.
The zoom microphone allows you to expand and contract the microphone range
by adjusting the direction with the "+" and "-" buttons on the recorder.
Compact recorder with 48 kHz/ 16 bit linear PCM recording. Create high
quality recordings using linear PCM format. While this feature may exceed
everyday business needs, when selecting this bit rate and sampling
frequency, users can readily make CDs of their own recordings. Automatic
sensitivity adjustment with Intelligent Auto Mode. The Intelligent Auto Mode
function automatically adjusts the microphone sensitivity according to the
input level. This function makes it easy for users by automatically
adjusting the microphone sensitivity according to the volume of the speaker.
Low-cut filter eliminates extraneous noise. The low-cut filter is used to
eliminate sound at frequencies lower than 300 Hz during the recording
process. By cutting the lower frequency sounds during recording your audio
is free of background noise and distortion during playback. Playback
functions: Create meeting minutes efficiently with Voice Playback. The Voice
Playback function allows you to skip non-voice parts during playback, and
only play the parts of the file where there is vocal content. Voice Playback
saves time and improves efficiency during transcription. Voice Balancer
delivers audio quality that is easier to hear. The Voice Balancer function
works during playback, the volume of recorded voices is adjusted to make
dialogue easier to hear. When voices are at different volume levels due to
the distance and physical relationship to the recorder, the Voice Balancer
automatically makes smaller voices louder, and ensures that louder voices
stay below a given level, providing playback where everyone is audible.
Noise cancellation for clear playback quality. The noise cancellation
function powerfully reduces unwanted ambient sounds such as air conditioner
noise or projector fan noise to enable clear playback quality. Create
meeting minutes efficiently with "Transcription mode". Transcription mode
comes in handy when creating minutes from recordings. While transcribing,
users frequently repeat play, and stop to check the text. In Transcription
Mode, the recorder will automatically playback the 3 seconds before the
stop, so you can check the contents before proceeding. On the other hand,
fast forward is preset to 3.5x so you can skip the silence in your
recording. Effective language learning through Speech Shadowing. Speech
shadowing is an effective technique to learn foreign language by repeating
the subject right after hearing it. This mode helps you learn languages by
having the audio playback, and then silently playback repeatedly, so you can
easily practice speech. Usability: Direct PC connection without a cable. The
DM-720 can connect directly to your PC via the built-in USB connector. This
makes it possible to save data any time, anywhere. Not only can you save and
share data, but the DM-720 can also be charged via USB. Clip Stand
Attachment: Included with this recorder is a handy attachment that can be
fastened to the rear of the recorder for use as a stand or clip. The clip
can be attached to your pocket or notebook for easy access or it can be used
as a stand to direct the recorder towards the audio source. Voice guidance
and other usability improvements: The voice guidance feature provides audio
announcements of the recorders operations in an easy to understand spoken
voice. For further ease-of-use, the buttons are designed so the recorder can
be maneuvered without looking at the display. The File Divide function makes
it easier to handle longer recordings. Large audio files can be divided on
the recorder without the use of a PC. Split and divide files, by topic or
size for easy file management. microSD card slot: The DM-720 includes a
micro SD card slot that supports cards up to 32 GB in size. You can select
whether to use the 4GB of built-in memory or a micro SD card from the
recorder menu. This DM-720 Digital recorder comes complete with the
recorder, and the stand, and our Audio mp3 tutorial and the manual in
several formats. 2 LBS.
DM-72000. $149.99
Shipping/handling is extra.
LS P2 Digital Recorder: The LS-P2 packs the advanced technology of the
flagship LS series into a portable size. The LS-Pocket is the first recorder
equipped with Bluetooth technology, using capable speakers or headphones,
you can wirelessly play back recorded audio. The LS-Pocket makes
high-resolution audio recording possible. Not only can you record musical
performances both instrumental and choral, the compact size offers
convenience and portability. High-quality recording: The LS-P2 features a
three microphone system that includes both directional and omnidirectional
microphones to faithfully capture the depth and fullness of the sounds
recorded. The stereo microphones are arranged at a 90° angle to produce a
natural stereo experience, with an added central microphone to capture lower
bass frequencies and deliver premium sound. This Tresmic combination
provides a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz when the center
microphone is on, and 60 Hz to 20 kHz when off. Natural stereo sound with 90
Degrees outward-facing stereo microphones
To get the most out of specifications like frequency response and
directional characteristics, design was focused on the microphone casing
size and shape.
The 90 degrees outward-facing microphone units on the left and right achieve
a stereo sound with a natural effect. High quality, compact metal body. With
a robust design, that exudes a strong, classy style, and a compact size that
easily fits in your pocket, the LS-P2 is suitable for a wide range of
situations, from outdoor activities to concerts, ensuring that you will
never miss a sound. 96 kHz / 24 bit, linear PCM recording quality The LS-P2
supports linear PCM recording up to 24 bits and sampling frequencies as high
as 96 kHz far surpassing the 16 bits of CD-quality audio. By selecting this
bit rate and sampling frequency, users can make CDs of their own recordings.
Manual recording level settings: The Manual Recording Level setting lets you
fine-tune the recording level to match the volume of your sound source,
maximizing the dynamic range for high quality audio recording. This is a
particularly important function when recording music. The Limiter function
is effective for keeping volume below a specific point when using the Manual
setting. By checking the recording level meter on the LCD display and PEAK
display indicator, you can fine-tune your recording level settings.
Convenient recording functions: Zoom microphone for recording from a
distance. Using the latest technologies, zoom microphone unleashes the power
of proximity in noisy environments or when recording from a distant
position. The zoom microphone allows you to expand and contract the
microphone range by adjusting the direction with the "+" and "-" buttons on
the recorder. Intelligent Auto Mode - Does the adjusting for you. The
Intelligent Auto Mode function automatically adjusts the microphone
sensitivity according to the input level. This function makes it easy for
users by automatically adjusting the microphone sensitivity according to the
volume of the speaker. Let Intelligent Auto Mode keep your recordings
consistent, by not having speakers too quiet or too loud. High Quality Sound
Playback: Normalization function maximizes volume for easier listening. The
LS-P2’s Normalization function raises the volume of recorded data to its
highest limit without causing distortion. So, even when the recording level
is low, it can still be raised to a decent level. Sometimes, when raising
the recording level to capture quiet sounds, the resulting audio may become
distorted, or when making adjustments to avoid this distortion, the
recording may be too quiet. With the Normalization function, the volume is
maximized while maintaining quality recording data during playback.
Equalizer for enhanced music playback; Simply transfer your music files to
the Music folder to use the voice recorder as a music player. The LS-P2
includes an Equalizer function with presets for popular music genres. Users
can select from ‘Rock’, ‘Pop’ or ‘Jazz’, for ideal playback characteristics.
To create custom settings, the ‘User’ option allows you to manually adjust
frequencies and sound pressure levels. Playback functions for business
situations. Create meeting minutes efficiently with Voice Playback The Voice
Playback function allows you to skip non-voice parts during playback, and
only play the parts of the file where there is vocal content. Voice Playback
saves time and improves efficiency during transcription. Voice Balancer
delivers audio that is easier to hear. The Voice Balancer function works
during playback, the volume of recorded voices are adjusted to make dialogue
easier to hear. This feature works great in combination with the Intelligent
Auto Mode which is used to ensure recording quality. When voices are at
different volume levels due to the distance and physical relationship to the
recorder, the Voice Balancer automatically makes smaller voices louder, and
ensures that louder voices stay below a given level, providing playback
where everyone is audible. This comes in handy when recording sound sources
from many positions, such as in a large meeting or conference. The voice
filter function operates simultaneously, and reduces the prominent noise
produced when amplifying small sounds. By eliminating the lower and higher
frequencies during playback, recorded voice is further enhanced. Noise
Cancellation - for clear playback quality. The noise cancellation function
powerfully reduces unwanted ambient sounds such as air conditioner noise or
projector fan noise to enable clear playback quality. This function is
effective during playback. Usability: Bluetooth compatibility for an
expanded range of uses. The LS-P2 is equipped with Bluetooth for wirelessly
connecting to peripherals. This feature lets you enjoy wireless playback of
recorded audio on compatible headphones and speakers. If you install the
free OLYMPUS Audio Controller BT app on your smartphone, you can use it as a
remote control for the recorder. INSTALL APP OLYMPUS Audio Controller BT App
is for Android devices only. Direct PC connection without a cable: The
built-in USB connector can be easily deployed and stored using the slide
lever. With this feature, you can connect directly to a computer without
using a cable or software. Not only can you have and share your recordings,
the LS-P2 can also be recharged via USB. Various file editing functions:
File Divide: Use this function when you have continuously recorded several
songs in one file such as in a concert, with file divide you can split the
recording into individual songs. Trimming: Use the trimming function to
clip the time taken to ready the instrument after pushing the record button.
This works great for band and solo performances alike. Partial Erase
function: When you have continuously recorded several songs in one file, you
can remove the unwanted space in between. Tripod adapter lets you attach a
tripod To keep the recorder small, a small diameter tripod socket is
included on the body. To use a tripod with the recorder, simply attach the
tripod adapter to the recorder.
Recording format PCM/MP3
44.1kHz/128kbps Approx. 126 hrs
44.1kHz/64kbps (mono) Approx. 253 hrs
11.025kHz/8kbps (mono) -
Internal memory 8GB
External memory microSD (Max.32GB)
PC connectivity USB Direct
Plug-in power x
Noise cancel x
Voice Balancer x
Voice filter -
Playback speed control 3.5X - 0.5X
Forward skip x (File skip, 10sec, 30sec, 1min, 5min, 10min)
Reverse skip x (File skip, 1sec to 3sec, 5sec, 10sec, 30sec, 1min, 5min)
A-B repeat x
Recording & playback scene select x£¨ Only recording£©
Calendar Search x
File divide x
Index mark x (Max. 99)
Simple mode (Selectable font size)
Power requirements AAA alkaline battery x1, or AAA Ni-MH rechargeable
battery x1
Battery life - Recording Approx. 39hr.
Playback (Earphone) Approx. 31hr.
Internal battery charge x
Speaker /Maximum output Built-in ö18mm round dynamic speaker/ 150mW
Microphone jack 3.5mm, impedance approx. 2
Earphone jack ö3.5mm impedance 8 or more
USB microphone/speaker x.
Dimensions (HxWxD) 4.29 x 1.6 x 0.57
Weight (including batteries) 2.7. LS-P2 comes complete with Battery. No
need for USB Cable. You will receive the manual in several formats and our
audio tutorial in MP3. Shipping Weight: 2 LBS.
LS-P2000. $179.99
Shipping/handling is extra.
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time, and on Saturdays from 8 AM to noon Central Time. We are closed on
Sundays, Mondays, and all major Holidays.
For additional questions, or any assistance, please do not hesitate to
contact us via phone during our business hours, or
by email any time.
Thank you very much.
Kind Regards,
Pat Ferguson
v/p Marketing and Sales
Ferguson Technologies, Inc.
205 Joliet Ave., S. E.
Suite 101
De Smet, SD. 57231-2411
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-----Original Message-----
From: Chris Skarstad
Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2016 2:18 PM
To: pc-audio@pc-audio.org
Subject: recommendation for a low-cost digital recorder?
Howdy folks
I have a friend whose interested in getting a digital recorder, she
doesn't have an iPhone, at least not yet. She would prefer to spend no
more than $100 to $120 tops, and since she's also blind it would have to
have some kind of voice guidance. Barring that, she'd have to have
someone go through the menus and learn them that way. Is there such a
recorder? I remember back in he early 2000s, there were lots of
recorders that you could use and they were really accessible, they were
great for podcasting. I'm not sure if such recorders exist nowadays,
but it would be great. I'm also kind of curious about this myself I
have to be honest. But if anyone has any ideas that'd be great!
Thanks folks!
