ALVA BC680

Are you a Braille reader? Would you like a device that converts information from your computer screen into a seamless line of 80 Braille characters? Would you like to have a high quality Braille display which enables you to use two PCs at the same time?

Efficient access to information

Imagine sending and receiving e-mails, reviewing appointments and surfing the web, all in Braille. Offering 80 Braille cells, an optional built-in screen reader and integrated Bluetooth technology, the ALVA Braille Controller 680 wirelessly connects to your computer, tablet or smart phone without having to install a driver.

Enjoy using a seamless Braille display

The ALVA BC680 guarantees a paper-like reading experience thanks to the seamless Braille caps and to the luxurious Braille cells using the same technology as those found on the ALVA BC640.

Enjoy using 80 cells

Imagine connecting to a computer and reading a whole line of text before moving the cursor along. The slim design of the ALVA BC680 enables you to read up to 80 characters at once. It is the smallest Braille display containing 80 Braille cells making it the ideal solution for professional and educational environments.

Two Braille Controllers, one device

Thanks to the two USB ports and the integrated Bluetooth, the ALVA BC680 is the only Braille terminal offering simultaneous connectivity with two separate PCs or a PC and a smart phone. Connect your PC keyboard directly to the BC680 and work on the PC while staying connected to receive text messages in real time. Connect to one mainstream device by USB and the other by wireless Bluetooth. The ALVA BC680 makes all this possible using the innovative “split-point” feature to divide the cells into a pair of separate displays with individual sets of keys and the use of just one PC keyboard.

Specifications

80 Braille cells: for reading
Two piece cell cap
80 cursor routing keys: positioned below the Braille line
2 Smartpads, each with 5-way navigation key and 4 function keys
10 navigation thumb keys
4 navigation keys
4 GB integrated memory
Possibility to include your preferred screen reader on-board
Integrated Bluetooth technology: within a range of 100 meters
Integrated rechargeable battery: offering 10 hours of continuous use
Two high speed USB ports
USB keyboard connection
Dimensions: 59.5 x 7.5 x 1.8 cm / 23.4 x 2.9 x 0.7 in
Weight: 1.19 kg / 2.6 lb
Screen Reader Compatibility

Windows 7, 8 and 10 (32-bit and 64-bit)

JAWS (Version 10 and up)
SuperNova
Window-Eyes
System Access To Go

Windows Vista and Windows XP

JAWS (Version 10 and up)
SuperNova
Window-Eyes
System Access To Go

Symbian: Talks

Apple Mac OS X Mountain Lyon: VoiceOver

Linux: BRLTTY

Downloads

ALVA BC6xx Talks Driver for Symbian 9.xx
ALVA BC680 User Manual
ALVA 6 Software Setup Dolphin V4.0 for Windows 7, 8 and 10
ALVA 6 Software Setup JAWS V4.0.9.0 for Windows 7, 8 and 10
ALVA 6 Software Setup Window-Eyes v4 for Windows 7, 8 and 10
ALVA 6 Braille Contraction Tables Setup V1.1
ALVA 6 CD V4 for Windows 7, 8 and 10
ALVA 6 series Quick Start Guide ENG v4
ALVA BC640 and BC680 Screen Reader Key Assignments

SKU: BC680ENUS