[Trainer-talk] OCR software and scanning

Wed Feb 20 06:10:10 UTC 2013

I loved the newest ABiC unit, but it costs $2,500 or so.  If your situation
permits it, I'd look around for a used KNFB reader since they do show up
from time to time.

Dean

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laotab
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Anyone have a favorite for a portable scanner not needing a computer?  like
the KNFB or just an Apple product?  Rather not go with the Apple because the
client has no desire for the extras.  Just small in size; reasonable price
and is able to scan and read utility bills.  I thought the ITouch or the
mini IPad for the price and size but knowing 99% of the features are not
being used just seems wrong.
Client is not very fond of OpenBook either.

Bridget
AT Training in PA
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Michael D. Barber
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I personally prefer DocuScan Plus myself.  It seems to do a very good job of
PDF interpreting.  In fact, I think it's better than most.   
Regarding scanners, The Cannon LI series of scanners is awesome.  Can't beat
that portability.

Both Kurzweil and Openbook, which are great OCR packages, are feature rich,
but most of which I never use.

Cordially,
Michael D. Barber
(515) 771-8348

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Caroline
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Hi. Personally, these days I'm using DocuScan Plus from Serotek. It may not
be as feature-rich as Kurzweil 1000 or OpenBook, but it really does a great
job, and is available from anywhere that has a scanner and an Internet
connection. Also, there are no yearly fees to pay for updates. I still own a
version of K1000, but DocuScan Plus is really meeting my needs. It does
single pages, batch scanning, and PDF recognition, and those are the main
things I use my scanner for these days. If a client doesn't need anything
more than a way to scan and read books or regular documents, I personally
think that this is a great solution. I know some people are using some of
the mainstream scanning solutions too, but having never used those, I don't
know how they compare.

Caroline

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Bonnie Lucas
Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 2:08 PM
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Subject: [Trainer-talk] OCR software and scanning

Hello,
Looking for advice regarding what folks are doing nowadays with scanning
things such as mail, handouts, small pamphlets and such. What are
differences between standard OCR software and ones specifically for blind
users (Open Book and Kurzweil), in terms of how well they work with JAWS and
how accessible they are in general. Also, given the price of Open Book with
the Pearl Scanner from FS, is it worth recommending them for a client when
VR doesn't think they are worth the money? Hope this is making sense. Thanks
for your suggestions.

Bonnie Lucas, VRT, MSW
Braille and Technology Instructor, VISA Coordinator Equipping Alaskans for
Success Alaska Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
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