Ok I'll make good and sure of that. Thanks for that prompt informal response. By the way love your quotes at the end of your messages. I already downloaded the manual for this device. I’ve been reading all about it and it sounds pretty basic so should be very simple to use.
Sent from my iPhone > On May 18, 2022, at 6:37 AM, Richard Turner <richardr_tur...@comcast.net> > wrote: > > The library that set; you up with the display has to also sign you up for > the mailing list. > If they had you fill out the survey, I'd guess you have a good shot at being > accepted. > So, if you get the device, ask the library to be sure and sign you up for the > mailing list. Only those with the device can be on the mailing list. > HTH, > > > > > > Richard > “What we think or what we know or what we believe is in the end of little > consequence. The only thing of consequence is what we do” ~ John Ruskin > My web site: https://www.turner42.com > > >>> On May 18, 2022, at 6:19 AM, CHELA Robles <cdrobles...@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >> I filled out the survey from the BTBL which is also taking part in this >> endeavour the pilate program in the summer or fall this year I had to fill >> it out meaning of the survey before May 31 so I filled it out last night I’m >> hoping to be selected to be part of this because I truly need a second >> braille display. Right now I don’t have the Necessary funds for buying the >> Actilino which I still would like in the future later on, but I'll take what >> I can afford, even if it's a chance to take part in the pilate program. I >> also would like to know about once the pilot program faces out if one can >> keep the braille display as well and steps for that if need be. And if there >> is a list for users in this program that would be nice as well. I will check >> out the manual. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>> On Apr 3, 2022, at 12:56 PM, Lelia Struve <leliastr...@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>> Hi all, I heard that there is a mailing list for the pilot program for the >>> human where e reader. Or the other one I guess is that true? If so does >>> anybody have the way to join? Thanks >>> >>> Lelia >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>>>> On Apr 3, 2022, at 1:17 AM, Joshua Hendrickson <louv...@gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>> Hi Pricilla. The humanware braille E-reader is not the BI-20X >>>> display, however, it is very similar. I have a bi40x display instead >>>> of the 20x. There is an hour long tutorial of the humanware braille >>>> E-reader available on bard that I highly recommend you take a quick >>>> look at. Regarding a nicer case for your display, I recommend >>>> checking out the executive leather case for the bi20x display. I saw >>>> it available from AT guys. The cost is $95 which is expensive for a >>>> case, however, executive products makes wonderful cases and the cost >>>> is well worth it in my opinion. You'd then have the sholder strap >>>> like you want, and the case is very nicely thick and padded for great >>>> protection of your device. One of the differences between the >>>> humanware braille E-reader and the bi-20x display is on the 20x, you >>>> can directly download books from bookshare and the braille E-reader >>>> you cannot. I'm glad you're enjoying your E-reader. >>>> >>>>>> On 4/2/22, Priscilla Garces (prisci) <garcesp...@gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> Hi everyone, >>>>> This is Priscilla. I have a couple questions since I am new to the NLS >>>>> E-Reader pilot program and just received the NLS E-Reader because my >>>>> library >>>>> just got onboard. >>>>> So far, I’ve had it for a week. >>>>> I called my local Talking-book and Braille library and they said that they >>>>> are currently participating in the pilot program. Some of my observations >>>>> of >>>>> the Humanware NLS E-reader are as follows: >>>>> When opening the cardboard box containing the device, I got very excited >>>>> because the braille display felt just right and pretty comfortable for me >>>>> to >>>>> use. I liked the ergonomic keys and the fact that the space keys were >>>>> further apart from the braille display. That position is more comfortable >>>>> for me, and the keys felt rather large. But then again,I have small hands >>>>> and fingers because I’m very petite. >>>>> It came with two lanyards, one for the case holding the braille display, >>>>> and >>>>> the other one for the braille display itself. When closed, the braille >>>>> display looks like a small hardcover book which is cute, and with the >>>>> straps, it feels like wearing a cute pocketbook. >>>>> They’re meant to be hung around the neck, but I would prefer to use them >>>>> as >>>>> a shoulder strap and wear it as a small purse. Beware that the straps are >>>>> indeed skinny and fragile, so you cannot put too much force on them. I’d >>>>> prefer thicker straps with a stronger clip. >>>>> Personally, I’d rather carry it in my regular purse than just by itself >>>>> because chances are that one of the clips can break easily if not careful. >>>>> >>>>> One thing I would like to have is the ability to use it as a basic >>>>> notetaker >>>>> though. >>>>> I have a Macbook air M1 computer using VoiceOver, and to my surprise, it >>>>> works beautifully when I connect it using the USBC cable that came with my >>>>> laptop. It also charges the display which is a bonus, and I don’t need to >>>>> bring multiple cables if I need to travel. I can leave the charger and >>>>> cable >>>>> at home. >>>>> It also connects to my iPhone using bluetooth like all other devices. >>>>> In comparison to the freedom scientific focus 40 braille display, the keys >>>>> work better for me on this one and are quieter. I also like the fact that >>>>> you can connect USB drives to the braille E-Reader. >>>>> As for the focus 40 braille display I mainly use it for editing on my >>>>> computer. With the focus 40, you need to bring the extra bulky charger >>>>> which >>>>> I don’t like because it doesn’t have the ability to charge using my >>>>> computer. But with this new Humanware E-reader, you can do that, and it >>>>> has >>>>> a separate cable and wall charger which is a lot better. >>>>> The braille feels crisp for me to read. Also the cursor routing buttons >>>>> feel like bump dots. >>>>> It also has a memory card slot to insert a memory card which I like. >>>>> I connected my bard account and it is a breeze to download books onto the >>>>> device rather than getting the extra cable and hooking it up to the >>>>> included >>>>> cartridge to load the book. >>>>> I tried using a USB flash drive and it worked well. So far, I was able to >>>>> open PDF files on it. However, I was disappointed in finding out that you >>>>> cannot open word or powerpoint documents. >>>>> I connected my external drive , and was disappointed because it said USB >>>>> connection failed. >>>>> >>>>> I have a question though, >>>>> I’ve heard that at the end of the pilot program, you can keep the device >>>>> if >>>>> you want? How does this work? Do you have to email a completed transfer of >>>>> ownership form for that after you do all the surveys? From my experience, >>>>> I >>>>> had a school-issued laptop, and once you graduate you fill out a transfer >>>>> of >>>>> ownership form proving that you completed all required courses, final >>>>> exams >>>>> and papers. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Because if that is the case, that would be of great use for me in the >>>>> future >>>>> since I plan to go back to school someday or attend other conferences. >>>>> Also, what has been your experience with the NLS E-Reader. I believe I got >>>>> the new version. >>>>> It’s so small that I can carry it in my handbag and use it as a braille >>>>> keyboard for my phone. >>>>> Why didn’t I do that instead of buying a keyboard case for my iPad during >>>>> the Covid19 pandemic? Laughing out loud . >>>>> I wish I knew this sooner though. >>>>> Is this the smart brilliant VX braille display from humanwhare or another >>>>> model? >>>>> Just wondering. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Thank you, and I hope this helps >>>>> Kind regards, >>>>> >>>>> Priscilla >>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone >>>>> list. >>>>> >>>>> If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or >>>>> if >>>>> you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners >>>>> or >>>>> moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. >>>>> >>>>> Your V iPhone list moderator is Mark Taylor. Mark can be reached at: >>>>> mk...@ucla.edu. 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