NEW! Optelec accelerate innovation with the launch of the stylish FarView

November 22, 2008
FarView portable video magnifierLaunched at the Sight Village London exhibition, on 4 November, 2008, the FarView is the first in a series of significant new Optelec products to be launched for the benefit of low vision people.

Designed to offer so much more than a hand-held video magnifier, the FarView offers the capability to capture and enlarge images - even those taken at a distance, appear clearer when enlarged.


Enjoy effortless, continuous reading
Use the FarView as a live video magnifier for easier reading and writing.  Alternatively, capture, store and enlarge images for easier reading whenever convenient.  Position the FarView over a newspaper or magazine and capture an entire page. At the press of a button, the image can be enlarged to a more comfortable reading size.  Ergonomic scrolling buttons help the user to navigate through any text or document easily and comfortably, whereas the auto-scroll function brings the user back to the beginning of the text line within a snap.


Clearer distance viewing
Imagine being able to see what time your train is leaving. Use the FarView to capture and enlarge travel information displayed on a live “Departures” board.  The captured image appears clear, even when enlarging and reading.


Enjoy PC connectivity
Capture and store up to 100 images and view them on the built-in screen. Alternatively, transfer and view them on your PC.

FarView offers real innovation in design. Carry it with you for studying or working anywhere. Use the FarView to access information around you - read in close proximity, or at a distance – from a whiteboard or presentation.

Optelec’s UK Managing Director, Sarah Forde commented, “Never before has there been such a flexible and conveniently-sized low vision solution in a single product, using just a single camera.”

“Optelec have undertaken extensive consumer research and consulted with technology experts to identify the latest technologies that are available.  The FarView offers many new possibilities for low vision people.”

The FarView will be available for shipping from January 2009.  To request further information, contact Optelec

 
Optelec offer the widest range of video magnifier solutions for low vision people. In 2007, the Compact+ was recognised with an Independent Living Design Award for innovation in design.  

Optelec also offer the best-selling ClearView+ desktop video magnifier, designed with a simple one-button control and available with the latest 22-inch widescreen and a full three-year warranty.


Improving the quality of life of visually impaired and dyslexic people – reaching out with simple and effective solutions.






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