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Assistive Technology Devices

All items are available to borrow for a two-week loan from the Teach Me Tech Lab (room 2A501) at Doon. Students at other campuses wishing to access these resources can do so by emailing us.

C-Pen Reader

Scanning & reading pen

C-Pen Reader

The C-Pen Reader is a portable, pocket-sized device that reads words and lines of text out loud. Also features a built-in dictionary for easy definitions, and a scanner for capturing and uploading text to a PC or Mac.

Device comes with:
  • Carrying Case
  • USB Cable
  • Instruction Manual
  • Headphones
Learn how to use the C-Pen Reader (User Guide).

Myo Gesture Control Armband

Touch-free control of your device

Myo Gesture Control armband

This device gives you touch-free control of your smartphone, computer, and other devices. It is designed to detect five distinct hand gestures, as well as the motions of your forearm, to let you wirelessly control the technology around you. Can be used as a wearable presentation remote.

Device comes with:
  • Bag
  • Micro-USB Cable
  • Bluetooth Adaptor
  • 10 Myo Sizing Clips
Learn how to use the Myo Gesture Control armband (User Guide).

HumanWare Victor Reader Stratus

Plays DAISY/MP3 books, CDs, SD cards, & USBs

HumanWare Victor Reader Stratus

Plays DAISY and MP3 books and music on CDs, SD cards, and USB flash drives. Includes a 12-key number pad for direct navigation allowing to reach specific heading, page, folder, or file numbers.

Device comes with:
  • CD User's Guide
  • Getting Started Guide
  • AC Adaptor
Learn how to use the HumanWare Victor Reader Stratus (User Guide).

Plextalk Pocket PTP1

Book reader & recording device

Plextalk Pocket PTP1

The Plextalk Pocket PTP1 is a convenient book reader and recording device. It allows you to play talking books and textbooks, record lectures, and listen to radio stations and podcasts.

Learn how to use the Plextalk Pocket PTP1 (User Guide).

Handheld Magnifiers

For reading & hard-to-see tasks

three different handheld magnifiers

Various styles of handheld magnifiers (including illuminated magnifiers) can be signed out for reading and hard-to-see tasks.

HumanWare SmartView 360

Rotating video magnifier

HumanWare SmartView 360

The SmartView 360 video magnifier features an integrated, rotating camera that is easily positioned to magnify images.

Device comes with:
  • Box
  • User's Guide
  • Getting Started Guide
  • AC Power Cord
Learn how to use the HumanWare SmartView 360 (User Guide).

Onyx Deskset HD

Portable video magnifier

Onyx Deskset HD

The ONYX Deskset HD is a portable video magnifier with an integrated camera and monitor that adapts to multiple viewing environments and tasks.

Device comes with:
  • Carrying Case
Learn how to use the Onyx Deskset HD (User Guide).

Magnibot

Portable distance magnifier

Magnibot

The Magnibot is a portable, battery-powered camera that can be controlled from any device, allowing one to easily look at anything at a distance with simple touch gestures.

Device comes with:

  • Box
  • Manual

Lewinner Wireless Lapel Mic

Bluetooth microphone

Lewinner Wireless Lapel Microphone

Professional grade Bluetooth lapel microphone. Connects to any smartphone (iPhone, Android) or iPad. Specifications:

  • Operating Range: 50feet
  • Working Time: Approx. 6hs
  • Charge time: Approx. 1h

Device comes with:

  • Box
  • Manual
  • Monitor Headset
  • Windscreen
  • Charging Cable
  • Carrying Case

Alvoxcon Wireless Lapel Mic

USB microphone

Alvoxcon Wireless Lapel Mic

Plug and play, cable-free USB lapel microphone. The portable USB receiver dongle connects to Windows PC, Mac, or Android phone. Specifications:

  • Operating Range: 100feet
  • Working Time: Approx. 6hs
  • Charge time: Approx. 1h

Device comes with:

  • Box
  • Manual
  • Compact Short Mic
  • Lapel Clip Mic
  • Transmitter
  • USB Receiver
  • USB-Type-C Adapter
  • Charging Cable