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Victor Trekker

VisuAide has developed an orientation and mobility aide using global positioning satellite (GPS) technology for persons with vision impairments. Victor Trekker is a portable receiver that works with various computer platforms, include Braille notetakers, personal digital assistant (PDA) devices, and laptop computers. It integrates software, GPS hardware, and voice output to assist with navigation.

The software core is based on the CityGo GPS guide for tourists. The satellite tracker can tell a person the name of the street they are on, give directions to a specific destination, and give information about the location of businesses. The system comes with a variety of maps that cover most major countries in the western world. Users can plan routes and record them for later use. The system’s presentation can be adjusted to meet the needs of beginning to advanced users. Optional voice input capabilities allow the user to enter notes. The user wears the speaker and GPS receiver on a shoulder strap. The system is designed to be used in conjunction with traditional orientation and mobility aids, such as a white cane or a guide dog.

VisuAide
841, Jean-Paul-Vincent
Longueuil, Quebec, Canadda J4G 1R3
Phone: 1-450-463-1717, 1-888-723-7273
http://www.visuaide.com

AudiSee

The AudiSee is a headset and receiver system that enables students who have hearing impairments to view a speaker’s mouth for lip-reading purposes. The headset houses a miniature camera and microphone that captures audio and visual information from the speaker. A transmitter, worn at the speaker’s waist, then transmits the information wirelessly to a receiver connected to a desktop or larger monitor. The receiver unit can be connected to an external monitor or purchased with an integrated monitor. Both the transmitter and receiver are powered by rechargeable batteries and the receiver can also be operated with an AC adapter. The system is packaged with a carrying case and battery charger. Additional accessories make the AudiSee compatible with some hearing aids, FM systems, and cochlear implant processors. The Audisee costs $4,650, or $5,100 with an integrated monitor.

AudiSoft Technologies, Inc.
1470-B Joliet-Curie
Boucherville, Quebec, Canada J4B 7L0
Phone: 1-877-641-8436
Fax: 1-430-641-3659
http://www.audisoft.net