[blindkid] Scanners

[Jaquiss, Robert]

Hello:

     You will need a scanner that has TWAIN interface software. For school use, I would recommend a flatbed scanner with a document feeder. The flatbed works for reading books. The document feeder will handle loose papers. The document feeder is an extra, but nice to have. I would suggest looking at the plustek Optic book scanner. It is designed to handle books. I have not dealt with a recent model of this device.
You likely want a fast scanner, so look at scanners targeted for businesses. Hope this helps. Always try before you buy or make sure you can return a product if it doesn't work. Hope this ehlps.


Regards,

Robert


Robert Jaquiss
Access Technology Specialist
National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute
200 E. Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: (410) 659-9314, Ext.2422
Email: rjaquiss at nfb.org<mailto:rjaquiss at nfb.org>
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Subject: [blindkid] Scanners

        Can anyone recommend a scanner compatible with Kurzweil software that would be good for home and college use?  Thanks!