The newly redesigned Connect 12 combines a high-performance digital magnifier with the versatility of a tablet, plus unmatched ease of use and integrated access to newspapers or magazines from online libraries. This ideal solution for active seniors, students and professionals, allows free and open access to more than a million apps.
An integrated digital magnifier for your connected life
Smarter and more connected than all other low-vision products, HumanWare's Connect 12 is the evolution of the most advanced digital magnifier product line. The new simple interface gives you all the tools you need in one place allowing you to choose what you want to do: enlarge a printed document, read a book, newspaper or magazine, adjust for your visual comfort, sign or fill a form and more.
Intelligence and convenience in one powerful tool
Augmenting the Connect's renowned attributes with a set of outstanding features makes the Connect 12 a powerful tool for low-vision users, whether you're at home or on the go.
See more of the world in a new and improved way
- Lightweight, sturdy and extremely portable
- 12-inch full HD touchscreen
- Live HD magnification from 1-24x with intelligent LED illumination
- Capture/save single or multiple pages providing accurate OCR with magnification of 1- 80x
- Option to use speech to relieve reading fatigue
- 3 efficient reading modes: full page, column and line modes
- Diamond Edge fonts with perfect clarity
- Optional distant viewing up to 40X magnification
- Wireless Smartboard connectivity projected on the tablet for distant viewing in the classroom
- Scientific calculator with large numbers, characters and adjustable high contrast colors
- Ready to use apps: Dropbox, Google docs, and many more educational apps pre-installed
- Shortcuts for Wi-Fi access and compatible with optional Bluetooth keyboards for taking notes
- Includes laptop-style carrying case, cables and power adapter
- Optional Customer Care Program
What's in the box
- Preinstalled authorized Tablet and charger
- Connect Stand
- Pre-paired camera SL10 and charging cable (no charging block)
- Distance camera stand
- Carrying case
- User Guide
- Getting Started
- Warranty Card
Technical Specifications:
|
Folded size |
9.4 x 15.7 x 1.1 inches / 240 x 400 x 29 mm |
|
Tablet size |
11.9 x 7.3 x 0.4 inches / 301 x 186 x 10 mm |
|
Tablet and stand weight |
4.3 lbs / 1940 g |
|
Tablet only weight |
1.8 lbs /840 g |
|
Battery autonomy |
More than 7 hours (tablet only, default settings, about 4½ hours with the stand LED on) |
|
Battery charging time |
Less than 4 hours using the provided power supply |
|
Supported optional long distance camera |
Kodak SL-10 and SL25 |
|
Processor |
Quad core |
|
Memory |
Internal storage: 32GB (eMMC) Removable storage: microSDHC up to 64GB |
|
Camera |
13 Mpx UHD |
|
Screen |
11.6" diagonal / 16:9 ratio |
|
Screen resolution |
1920 x 1080 (full HD) |
|
Connectivity |
WIFI 802.11 a/b/g/n Bluetooth V4.0 |
|
Input and Outputs |
HDMI output to connect to any external TV monitor USB 2.0 with type C connector 3.5 mm stereo jack for external speakers or headphones |
|
Viewing Modes |
Live Read and Multicapture |
|
Reading Modes |
Page, Column and Line |
|
Enhanced Contrast Options |
Full Color, Positive, Negative and Diamond Edge Text |
|
Colour Schemes |
20 different color schemes |
|
File Import Formats |
JPEG |
|
File Export Formats |
JPEG and TXT |
|
Number of TTS Voices |
Two |
|
OCR Language Recognition |
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, Danish, Polish, Russian, Mandarin. More to be added soon. |
|
Auto-rotate text |
Yes: rotates text placed at 90° and 180° on viewing surface |
|
Image capture area |
Yes: rotates text placed at 90° and 180° on viewing surface |
|
Image naming |
A4 or 8.5" x11" (Letter) |
|
System Fonts |
Bold and Regular |
|
Font Sizes |
Medium, Large, Very Large, Extra Large |
Bridges accepts institutional P.O’s (purchase orders).
Call us for a quote or just fax or email a P.O. on your letter head.
How secure is my online order?
Any information submitted through the web store is safe and secure. Bridges uses state-of-the-art security encryption methods to ensure the highest standards of security for its online customers.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Visa and MasterCard for online orders.
What if I do not have a credit card?
If you do not have a credit card, please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to discuss alternative payment methods.
How do I know if you have received my order?
When your order has been completed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will be sent to the e-mail address that you entered in the "Registration” page before checkout.
Shipping
What shipping options are available?
Most of our items are shipped by secured courier, which takes 3-5 business days to reach the customer. Where service is not available, or due to the special requirements of the product, we will also use UPS, Puralator or Canada Post.
Ordering multiple, heavy-weighted items?
If our store can’t calculate your shipping costs during checkout, your order may fall outside weight, size, or destination restrictions, for online ordering.
Sorry about that.
Just contact us by email or phone and we'll figure out another way to get your order to you.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated individually depending on the weight and size of the item. This will be calculated automatically upon checkout and will be included in the total price when you go to the checkout.
How long does it take for me to receive my order?
Order processing time depends on availability of the product from the manufacturer, but typically products are shipped within 10-15 business days after the order is placed. See shipping options for the number of days it will take to reach you after it leaves our warehouse.
Do you ship internationally?
No, we currently sell our products and services only in Canada.
How can I track my order?
When the order is shipped out, you will receive an e-mail with a tracking number. If you do not receive this e-mail, please call 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to receive your tracking number.
Returns
Do you offer a money back guarantee?
We offer a 21-day money-back guarantee unless otherwise noted. Products must be returned in a resalable condition as determined by Bridges. Returns are subject to a 20 percent restocking fee after 21-days. Many of our manufacturers offer additional limited warranties of longer durations on their products. Returns will no longer be accepted after a period of 90 days. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) or send an e-mail to info@bridges-canada.com for more information about manufacturer's warranties or returning your product.
Please note, customers cannot return software for a refund. However, we do offer a store credit for the full amount if returned within 21 days. After 21 days a restocking fee may apply.
How do I return a product?
To return a product you need to get a Return Authorization (R.A.) number from us. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST), e-mail us at info@bridges-canada.com or fax us at 905-542-7242 to get an R.A. number and further instructions. Please note, Bridges will not accept returns without an R.A. number. The customer is responsible for shipping costs of returned products.
- Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.