Directory of 2008 Exhibitors by Company Name
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A.T. Kratter & Company, Inc. – 338 Marriott
12062 Valley View St., Ste. 109, Garden Grove, CA 92845
(714) 799-3000, Fax (714) 7993100
www.atkratter.com
Southern California's leading provider of adaptive technology for people with visual and reading disabilities. Our store in Orange County is one of four Your Low Vision Store locations in Southern California, offering the best selection of low vision devices and CCTV magnifiers in the area. We are Freedom Scientific's premier dealer in Southern California. We offer complete sales, service, support and training in computer technology, offering speech access, magnification, Braille, GPS, and tactile graphics and maps.
AAC Connections – DME- 624 Renaissance
418 Wall Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 924-7616, Fax (609) 924-0793
www.aacconnections.com
AAC, Eye and Head Tracking Access. Assistive technology workshops, in-service presentations and site visits. Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance Provider. Contact: Meghan Conover or Jean Walsh 800-630-9443.
AAC TechConnect - 518 Renaissance
P.O. Box 1944, Evergreen, CO 80437
(303) 674-8553, Fax (303) 670-3564
www.aacTechConnect.com
A unique company which provides the website, AAC TechConnect.com along with AAC Evaluation Workshops - currently is a project partner with AAC-RERC. The website provides free information on most AAC Devices. Products include the Device Assistant, a feature–match comparison of AAC Devices, the Paperwork Assistant, and other toolkits for AAC evaluations.
ABISee, Incorporated - 355 Marriott
141 Parker Street Apt 201, Maynard, MA 01754
(978) 201-9302, Fax (253) 595-3623
www.abisee.com
ABISee, Inc. makes unique portable devices for the blind that turn a computer into magnifier, 20 pages/minute leafing scanner, instant book-to-speech or Braille. Zoom-Ex and Eye-Pal bring new levels of independence to the blind. Zoom-Twix makes students fully functional in class. ChipMonk reads anything anywhere using your cell phone alone.
AbleLink Technologies - 618 Renaissance
528 North Tejon, Ste. 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 592-0347, Fax (719) 592-0348
www.ablelinktech.com
AbleLink Technologies, Inc. specializes in the research and development of Cognitive Support Technologies for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic and acquired brain injuries, and age-related cognition issues. Our award-winning technologies provide solutions for access, independence, and self-determination across environments in work and life for people with cognitive disabilities whose needs are not being consistently or comprehensively addressed in most universal design applications.
AbleNet - 501, 503 Renaissance
2808 Fairview Ave., Roseville, MN 55113
(800) 322-0956, Fax (651) 294-2259
www.ablenetinc.com
AbleNet’s proven system of special education curricular programs, technology and support creates an active learning environment where students and teachers achieve measurable results. See why our programs have been chosen by several of the nation's largest school districts. Experience "Lingo" wearable communication aid and other new products and programs!
Accelerations Educational Software - 619 Renaissance
1225 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 233-0541, Fax (803) 545-4058
www.dttrainer.com
The Activity Trainer is a research-based software program that makes Video Modeling teaching method practical for classroom and home. Includes a library of ready-to-use videos with options to modify, collect data, and create new activities with your own videos. The DT Trainer software is a highly-configurable, independent, direct instructional tool with over 165 content programs, data-collection, hundreds of reinforcers. Both are affordable & effective tools.
Access Ingenuity - 271 Marriott
3635 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
(877) 579-4380, Fax (707) 579-4273
www.accessingenuity.com
Access Ingenuity distributes and supports innovative assistive technology and offers effective access solution services that promote independence and productivity for individuals with disabilities.
ACCT Inc. - 546 Renaissance
247-2628 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC Canada V6H 4B4
(604) 731-8860, Fax (866) 801-5302
www.acctinc.ca
ACCT Inc develops assistive computer access devices. Continuing to expand it´s product line they will introduce their new full featured sip and puff mouse, lip-synch.
AD Information & Communications Co., Ltd. - 403, 404
#214 Samsung IT Valley, 196-5 Guro-dong, Guro-gu, Seoul 152-848 KOREA
+82-2-2028-2300, Fax +822-2-028-2309
www.voiceye.com
VOICEYE Player,a personal digital device designed and developed to convert text data stored inVOICEYE symbol into speech,using Text-To-Speech. Fully portable, features enables visually impairedpersons to accesstextinformation from the samesource as everyone else. The audible paper, combining 2D barcode encryption, decryption and optical recognition.
Adamlab, LLC - 307 Marriott
55 E. Long Lake Rd. Suite 337, Troy, MI 48085
(248) 362-9603, Fax (248) 362-9606
www.adamlab.com
Join us for demos and hands-on training of our easy to use high quality low cost portable and desktop augmentative communication devices.
Adaptivation, Inc.- 504, 506 Renaissance
2225 W. 50th St., Ste. 100, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-4445, Fax (605) 335-4446
www.adaptivation.com
Adaptivation manufactures switches, voice output communication aids, and environmental controls. Stop by our booth to find new ideas and applications that can be used in a variety of settings.
Adaptive Technology Services - 210 Marriott
629 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 409-6650, Fax (415) 358-4726
www.adaptivetec.com
Adaptive Technology Services is a leading provider of computer technology services for people who are blind and visually impaired. Our staff provide the highest level of on-site training, technical support, evaluations, configuration and scripting; delivering the best service to every individual using adaptive technology to achieve professional and personal goals.
ADAS - 539 Renaissance
2720 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702
(800) 957-2720, Fax (208) 362-8009
www.ad-as.com
Accessible computer workstations for use with assistive technology devices. The Accella™, Infinity™, Equity™ and Progression™ series each offer quick height adjustment and an array of accessories that enhance seated accessibility. ADAS manufactures therapy tables and pediatric furniture for rehab, and the Approach™ line of unique height-adjustable kitchen products.
Adobe Systems, Inc. - 402 Renaissance
8201 Greensboro Dr., Ste. 1000, McLean, VA 22102
(408) 536-6000, Fax (408) 537-6000
www.adobe.com
Adobe Systems Incorporated offers business, creative and mobile software solutions that revolutionize how the world engages with ideas and information. With a reputation for excellence and a portfolio of many of the most respected and recognizable software brands, Adobe is one of the world's largest and most diversified software companies.
Advanced Multimedia Devices - 538, 540 Renaissance
200 Frank Road, Hicksville, NY 11801
(516) 822-0808, Fax (516) 822-6611
www.amdi.net
Experience the Smart/Series by Amdi a new generation of low tech AAC devices. We have taken something good and made it better. Our new devices use an interchangeable flash memory card. Create as many overlays as you wish or take advantage of our Smart/Start activities just plug and play.
Ai Squared - 218, 231 Marriott
P.O. Box 669, Manchester Center, VT 05255
(802) 362-3612, Fax (802) 362-1670
www.aisquared.com
Ai Squared is a worldwide leader in screen magnification and reading software for the visually impaired. The ZoomText family is expanding: ZoomText USB Edition – carry ZoomText with you to install and use at any time; ZoomText Scripting Edition – customize ZoomText and other applications for enhanced functionality and automation of tasks; and ZoomText Lite – a simple and affordable magnifier for individuals with early vision loss. Stop by for a hands-on demonstration and free trial software.
Alternative Communication Services (ACS), LLC - 607 Renaissance
P.O. Box 278, Lombard, IL 60148
(800) 335-0911, Fax (813) 926-7875
www.AlternativeCommunicationServices.com
Alternative Communication Services (ACS) provides CART, remote CART, Captioning, and Text Interpreting (C-Print and Typewell). ACS blends high quality with economics and education. We have problem solved may classroom issues. You benefit from what we have learned by accessing great services at a realistic rate. Services are also available in Spanish.
Ambutech - 356 Marriott
34 De Baets Street, Winnipeg MB, CANADA R2J 3S9
(800) 561-3340, Fax (800) 267-5059
www.ambutech.com
We provide Mobility Products for the blind and visually impaired.
American Foundation for the Blind - 238 Marriott
11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300, New York, NY 10001
(212) 502-7600, Fax (212) 502-7774
www.afb.org<br />
AFB features its fully accessible web site which provides information on blindness and vision loss and AccessWorld: Technology and People Who are Blind or Visually Impaired.
American Printing House of the Blind - 274 Marriott
1839 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206
(800) 223-1839, Fax (502) 899-2363
www.aph.org
APH is the world’s largest company devoted solely to making products for people who are visually impaired, and is the official supplier of educational materials for blind students in the U.S. Visit our website at www.aph.org or call one of our friendly Customer Service representatives at 800-223-1839 for more information.
American Thermoform - 319 Marriott
1758 Brackett Street, La Verne, CA 91750
(909) 593-6711, Fax (909) 593-8001
www.americanthermoform.com
Manufacturers Thermoform Duplicators, Dot and Print embossers, Touchscreens, Brailon, Braillables and Computer Braille paper. Distributes Braille Printers for production applications and Zychem fusers and paper.
Applied Human Factors - 502 Renaissance
P.O. Box 228, Helotes, Texas 78023
(210) 408-0098, Fax (210) 108-0097
www.ahf-net.com
AHF conducts research and develops assistive products. Products: REACH Interface Author™, Smart Key Technology™, Smart Lists Technology™, ScanBuddy™, REACH Sound-It-Out Keyboard™, SoothSayer Word Prediction™, "Sounds Like" - Spell Write™, REACH Smart Speech™, Mouse&Caret Buddy™, and the AHF Spanish Dictionary™. Ask about our latest product "One Way" and our current research project: "CyberCoach™."
Assistive Technology, Inc - 536 Renaissance
333 Elm Street, Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 461-8200, Fax (781) 461-8213
www.assistivetech.com
Assistive Technology, Inc. is the premier developer of innovative hardware and software solutions for people with physical, cognitive, and speech disabilities. Products include Mercury and MiniMerc communication devices, LinkPLUS and LinkClassic talking keyboards, L*E*O recorded speech device, AT Profile checklist, and Stages Assessment, Stages Math, and EvaluWare software.
ATEC/Goodwill Industries of Orange County - 512 Renaissance
200 North Fairview, Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 547-6308, Fax (714) 541-2387
www.ocgoodwill.org
ATEC provides assessments, training, technical support, and the necessary tools to people with disabilities enabling them to achieve greater independence through the use of assistive technology.
ATNAD, Inc. - 544 Renaissance
16 E. Ave. A, Temple, TX 76501
(254) 771-0025, Fax (254) 773-9611
www.atnad.com
ATNAD, Inc. is a distributor for Assistive Technology products made in Germany. Our focus is Computer Access, Communication, and Environmental control. Our newest product B.A.BAR supports the work of Speech Therapy.
AT&T - 327 Marriott
525 Market St. 18th Floor #9, San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 778-1307, Fax (415) 543-3726
www.att.com
Video Relay Service (VRS) allows people who are deaf or hard of hearing to converse in sign language, through computer, with people who use standard phones to communicate. AT&T's wireless product, Mobile Speak and Mobile Magnifier will increase usability for customers who are blind or visually impaired. AT&T delivers solutions that keep our customers with vision, hearing, mobility or speech limitations.
Attainment Co., Inc.- 221 Marriott
504 Commerce Parkway, Verona, WI 53593
(608) 845-7880, Fax (608) 845-8040
www.attainmentcompany.com
Attainment Company has an affordable line of products: Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) and Auditory Cueing devices, Language Development, Literacy, Life Skills, and Vocational materials. Materials include: videos, print, hands-on, materials and software. Early Literacy Skills Builder (ELSB) is a new research-based literacy curriculum for students with autism and/or significant cognitive disabilities.
Augmentative Resources, Inc - 240 Marriott
8331 Epicenter Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33809
(877) 471-1863, Fax (877) 471-1865
www.augresources.com
Light/Low Tech Velcro - receptive communication books, visual aid apcons, picture, schedules, choice boards and literacy aids. Use pictures on our devices to improve communication, language, and literacy skills. Check out the new "Magnetic Page Turners", "Velcro-Receptive Create-a book" "Portable picture Schedules" and "Clear Literacy Page Extenders".
Aurora Ministries/Audio Bibles for the Blind.org - 234 Marriott
P.O. Box 621, Bradenton, FL 34206-0621
(941) 748-4100, Fax (941) 748-2625
www.auroraministries.org
Aurora Ministries/Audio Bibles for the Blind.org provides an audio bible completely free of charge to individuals who cannot read regular print because of visual impairment or physical limitation. Nearly 70 languages are available.
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Benetech/Bookshare.org - 264 Marriott
480 California Ave., Suite 201, Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 644-3400, Fax (650) 475-1066
www.benetech.org
Bookshare.org is an online community that enables members who have visual impairments, reading or other print-related disabilities to legally share scanned books. Bookshare.org utilizes the provisions of copyright law that permit the reproduction of publications into specialized formats for people with disabilities. Qualified members can download from the collection of over 36,000 books and periodicals. U.S. Schools and students can now access services for free. For more information please visit us at Booth 264.
Beyond Sight, Inc. - 305 Marriott
5650 S. Windermere St., Littleton, CO 80120
(303) 795-6455, Fax (303) 795-6425
www.beyondsight.com
Since 1989, BeyondSight has been providing a one-stop-shopping solution for blind and low-vision individuals. This year we will be highlighting: VoiceSense with GPS - the smallest, lightest & most powerful notetaker available today,LapTalk - still the most affordable talking notebook computer, the new revolutionary Visionary CCTV,Plus the smallest portable talking Reader.
Blink Twice - 507, 509, & 511 Renaissance
900 Broadway, 8th floor, New York, NY 10003
(212) 369-8080, Fax (917) 591-0808
www.blink-twice.com
Blink Twice produces the Tango, the AAC device that lets you do more. It offers the fastest communication and personalization possible, and multiples modes to address the broadest number of individuals. With the Tango, you'll have access to the most innovative and engaging support materials in the industry. Let's talk!
Blista Brailletec - 308 Marriott
Industriesstrasse 11, Marburg 35041 Germany
00049 (0)6421-802 30, Fax 0049(0)6421-802 14
www.brailletec.de
Blista Brailletec produces and sells everything for writing and printing in Braille for printing houses and end users. Mechanical and electronic Braille writers (Eurotype, Elotype, Tape writer), embossing and printing machines for production of high quality and quantity of Braille books (Puma, Flat-bed presses, Rotary presses).
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C.J.T. Enterprises, Inc. - 609 Renaissance
P.O. Box 10028, Cost Mesa, CA 92627
(714) 751-6295, Fax (714) 751-5775
www.cjt-yes.com
We’ve created a modular mounting system allowing AT devices to be optimally positioned to help accommodate the unique needs of every person using assistive technology.
California Assistive Technology Exchange (CATE) - 621 Renaissance
18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8267
(818) 677-2510, Fax (818) 677-6270
www.csun.edu/cod/cate
California Assistive Technology Exchange (CATE) is the new California’s State Wide Assistive Technology Project to improve the provision of Assistive Technology (AT) to individuals with disabilities. CATE is a project under the leadership of the Center on Disabilities (COD) and the National Center on Deafness (NCOD) at the California State University, Northridge (CSUN). This project is funded by the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) of California. This project has three (3) programs: AT Device Loan Program- Try Before You Buy, AT Device Reutilization Program- Want Ad Postings, and AT Loan Guarantee Program- Funding Options.
California Department of Education - 320 Marriott
1430 N. Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 445-5103, Fax (916) 323-9732
www.cde.ca.gov
The California Department of Education provides specialized media for student with disabilities to access core curriculum. We produce Braille, large print, audio and ASL videos along with assistive technology devices at no cost to public school students.
Clarity - 214, 215 Marriott
2222 Park Place, Suite 1C, Minden, NV 89423
(775) 782-5611, Fax (775) 783-0696
www.clarityusa.com
Clarity is a leader in video magnification systems. Our innovative designs for portability, flexibility and close/distance viewing have set the trend for today’s video magnifiers.
California Telephone Access Program - 334 Marriott
2677 N. Main Street, Suite 130, Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 881-4232, Fax (714) 210-4947
www.ddtp.org
The California Telephone Access Program distributes adaptive telecommunications equipment and services to individuals certified as having functional limitations of hearing, vision, mobility, speech and/or interpretation of information.
Cambium Learning Technologies: IntelliTools/Kurzweil - 201, 202 Marriott
100 Crosby Drive, Bedford, MA 01730
(508) 647-1340, Fax (303) 776-5934
www.cambiumlearningtechnologies.com
Cambium Learning™ Technologies (IntelliTools® and Kurzweil Educational Systems) is a division of Cambium Learning™, the largest education company focused exclusively on serving the needs of at-risk and special student populations.
Canon USA, Inc. - 363, 364- Marriott
Once Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY11042
(516) 328-5000, Fax (703) 807-3159
www.cusa.canon.com
Professional success in today's workplace requires access to technology that is easily approachable. That's why Canon has developed new solutions that make our products easier to use, regardless of ability. The Voice Operation Kit for multifunction devices is the latest of these solutions.
Caption First Inc - 625 Renaissance
P.O. Box 1924, Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 828-4924, Fax (888) 957-5234
www.captionfirst.com
Caption First has provided cart/captioning services for the deaf and hard of hearing community for nearly two decades now. We are able to provide text almost any where there is audio.
Compusult Limited - 306 Marriott
40 Bannister Street, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 1W1 Canada
(709) 745-7914, Fax (709) 745-7927
www.hear-it.com
Turn access into success with Compusult! We have 14 years of experience providing access solutions for computers and software; broadcast, spoken, audible, and printed information; telephones, office and electronic equipment; and bar code systems. We provide: Workplace adaptation and accommodation products and services; Sales-Talk, a fully accessible Point-of-Sale system for blind vendors; Jouse2, 2-Switch, U-Switch, and other products for computer access; Closed Caption Display systems; Outspoken Communicator for AAC; Solutions for education; and much more!
Computer Application Specialties Co. - 343 Marriott
P.O. Box 22219, Lincoln, NE 68542
(402) 423-4782, Fax (402) 423-5154
www.braille2000.com
Braille2000 V2
by Computer Application Specialties Company
Long recognized as an easy-to-use state-of-the-art what-you-see-is-what-you-get Braille production tool, Braille2000 Version 2 has just been released with all the features you need to process NIMAS publisher files, including math. The new release supports Unicode and is fully compatible with WindowsVISTA. The new table formatting tool works with RTF-origin material as well as NIMAS-origin material. The software is available for purchase or lease, starting at $26/month.
Computer Prompting + Captioning (CPC) - 354 Marriott
1010 Rockville Pike, Suite 306, Rockville, MD 20852
(800) 977-6678, Fax (301) 738-8488
www.cpcweb.com
CPC offer award winning Macintosh and Windows closed captioning software for DVDs, Webcasts, and Videotape. Patented software caption encoder lets you caption without generation loss. NEW: HD closed captioning software. Upgrade your current CPC software to get all the latest features. CPC also operates an outstanding captioning and subtitling service.
Cyrano Communicator - 610, 612 Renaissance
P.O. Box 628, Lancaster, OH 43130
(800) 268-6070, Fax (800) 504-2260
www.cyranocommunicator.com
The Cyrano Communicator uses digital pictures from the built-in camera for personalized speech. For those who can type, Cyrano Shorthand™ provides a text-to-speech engine and vocabulary library.
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Daedalus Technologies, Inc. - 513 Renaissance
2491 Vauxhall Place, Richmond, B.C. V6V 1Z5 Canada
(604) 270-4605, Fax (604) 244-8443
www.daessy.com
Making technology more accessible for over 20 years. The DAESSY Mounting System for AAC devices and computers and the DAESSY Stem System for switches provide quality, versatile mounting solutions to meet the individual user's needs.
Dancing Dots - 259 Marriott
1754 Quarry Lane Box 927, Valley Forge, PA 19482
(610) 783-6692, Fax (610) 783-6732
www.dancingdots.com
Dancing Dots: technology to benefit blind musicians and those who educate them since 1992. Scan printed scores, listen to results or convert to Braille music notation. Play your musical ideas into your PC. Convert to print notation, Braille score or audio CD. Braille music courses/educational resources. Training courses offered.
www.DancingDots.com
Deque Systems Inc. - 411 Marriott
11130 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191
(703) 225-0380, Fax (703) 225-0387
www.deque.com
Deque's solutions take the guesswork out of accessibility, privacy, Web application security, and quality laws for the World Wide Web. Backed by unparalleled expertise and services, we eliminate the complexity of making your Web content compliant. With Deque's products you can make the mundane chores of standards adherence a breeze.
Design Science - 330 Marriott
140 Pine Ave. 4th Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 432-2920, Fax (562) 432-2857
www.dessci.com
Design Science is the leading maker of software for creating, editing, and displaying mathematics. Visit us at our booth or on the web at www.dessci.com/accesibility to learn how our work, together with federal and logical legislations, is making mainstream content that contains math universally accessible.
DeWitt & Associates, Inc. - 408 Marriott
700 Godwin Ave, Suite 110, Midland Park, NJ 07432
(201) 447-6500 Fax (201) 447-1187
www.4dewitt.com
De Witt & Associates is a full service consulting firm that can provide training, assessment, curriculum development, software and technical support for the full range of assistive technology for the blind, visually impaired and print disabled. We also feature PC Talking Typing Tutor: a fully interactive, self-voicing typing tutorial.
Docsoft, Inc. - 500 Renaissance
115 E. California Ave. Suite 400, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
(405) 236-2466, Fax (405) 526-7564
www.docsoft.com
Docsoft provides the Docsoft: AV automatic captioning and AV search solutions. This product greatly reduces costs to associated with closed captioning digital audio and video files, and can make previously inaccessible content readily available through search and retrieval.
DOD CAP - 342 Marriott
5111 Leesburg Pike, Suite 810, Falls Church, VA 22041
(703) 681-8813, Fax (703) 681-9075
www.tricare.mil/cap
CAP provides FREE assistive technology for Federal employees and wounded service members. CAP services are available to individuals with visual, hearing, dexterity and cognitive disabilities.
DO-IT - 204 Marriott
3737 Brooklyn Ave. NE #12, Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 685-3648, Fax (206) 221-4171
www.washington.edu/doit
DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, & Technology) is based at the University of Washington in Seattle. DO-IT serves to promote access to education and challenging careers for people with disabilities through the use of empowering technologies, electronic mentoring, and regional alliances. DO-IT maintains an extensive array of resources and training materials, many of which are available online.
DO-IT projects involve national and international initiatives.
Dolphin Computer Access - 317, 318 Marriott
231 Clarksville Road, Suite 3, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
(866) 797-5921, Fax (609) 799-0475
www.yourdolphin.com
Dolphin Computer Access have been developing software that delivers independence to people with visual impairments, learning disabilities and dyslexia since 1986. These innovative tools range from the award winning Lunar Screen Magnifier, to the ultimate alternative format creation tool in EasyConverter and mobile tools such as the Smart Hal screen reader for Windows Smartphones. To learn more about Dolphin visit www.YourDolphin.com
Duxbury Systems, Inc. - 206 Marriott
270 Littleton Road #6, Westford, MA 01886
(978) 692-3000, Fax (978) 692-7912
www.duxburysystems.com
Duxbury Systems, Inc. has developed software for Braille since 1975-used by professionals, transcribers, students, teachers, publishers and Novices. DBT Win supports literary and math for many languages with graphics. MegaDots also support transcription. SALSA is an authoring tool for SAL curriculum.
DynaVox Technologies - 611 Renaissance
2100 Wharton Street, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 222-7838, Fax (412) 381-9096
www.dynavoxtech.com
DynaVox Technologies is the world’s largest manufacturer of advanced augmentative communication solutions. Our innovative products assist thousands of individuals around the world to live fuller lives each day as they conquer communication barriers. Brands include the DynaVox V, VMax and M3 as well as the Lightwriter and adVOCAte from Toby Churchill!
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EnableMart - 275, 276 Marriott
5353 S 960 E, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84117
(888) 640-1999, Fax (360) 695-4133
www.enablemart.com
EnableMart’s mission is to market, promote, and distribute innovative technology-based products and services that promote independence, enhance productivity, and change the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Enabling Devices - 524 Renaissance
385 Warburton Ave, Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706
(800) 832-8697, Fax (914) 479-1369
www.enablingdevices.com
Enabling Devices is a company dedicated to developing affordable learning and assistive devices to help people of all ages with disabling conditions. Founded by Steven E. Kanor, Ph.D. and originally known as Toys for Special Children, the company has been creating innovative communicators, adapted toys, and switches for the physically challenged for more than 30 years.
Enabling Technologies - 260, 261 Marriott
1601 Northeast Braille Place, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
(800) 777-3687, Fax (800) 950-3687
www.brailler.com
Enabling Technologies is the world’s leading manufacturer of a complete line of Braille Embossers. Our line includes embossers for home, school, office and commercial use.
Enhanced Vision - 236, 237
5882 Machine Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
(800) 440-9476, Fax (714) 374-1821
www.enhancedvision.com
Enhanced Vision: The preferred manufactures of innovative products for people who are legally blind, have macular degeneration and other low vision conditions. From desktop to portable systems, we have a solution for every need and budget. Providing people with the ability to read, write and live again. We can help.
En-Vision America - 268 Marriott
1845 W. Hovey Ave., Normal, IL 61761
(800) 890-1180, Fax (309) 452-3643
www.envisionamerica.com
For more than a decade, En-Vision America has developed life enhancing assistive technology for the blind and print impaired. Scriptalk Station audible prescription reader offers the most complete prescription label information available. i.d.mateomni barcode scanner offers instant identification and information on products with applications at home, work, or leisure.
EVAS - 224 Marriott
39 Canal Street, Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 596-3155, Fax (401) 596-3979
www.evas.com
EVAS creates computer based accessibility Solutions for people who are visually, physically, hearing or learning disabled. EVAS Dell desktop and notebook computers are plug & play systems that run right out of the box with all Assistive Technology, application software and peripherals installed and configured. Visit www.evas.com for more information.
Eye Response Technologies Inc. - 526 Renaissance
100 2nd Street NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-3846, Fax (434) 296-3890
www.eyeresponse.com
Eye Response Technologies' ERICA System provides you with a simple, easy to use method to communicate and to control a computer through eye movement alone. The system works with any Windows or Mac OSX based software, so you can surf the Internet, write e-mails, or play games easily. When configured as a Dedicated Communication Device, it meets all funding requirements for Medicare and most insurance companies.
EyeTech Digital Systems, Inc., -510 Renaissance
2160 E. Brown Road, Suite 2, Mesa, AZ 85213
(480) 704-3158, Fax (703) 814-8626
www.eyetechds.com
With your eyes, control your computer or SGD! The new ET3 eye tracker allows individuals to control their computer or SGD hands free with their eyes to communicate, websurf, email, control their environment, play games, and runs Windows based software. Now funded through Medicare/Medical, and insurance.
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Flexiciser International - 628 Renaissance
800 Grand Ave, Suite B2, Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 759-1300, Fax (760) 729-0349
www.flexiciser.com
Flexiciser facilitates movement therapy in three modes: active, passive and resistive. Flexiciser is the only technology to offer natural elongated strides for arms and legs simultaneously.
Florida Reading & Vision Technology - 263 Marriott
736 NE Third Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
(800) 981-5119, Fax (954) 462-4647
www.floridareading.com
Florida Reading & Vision Technology is proud to introduceIDEX - Folding Portable Video Magnifier for Laptop/PC andthe STRIX - offering "flexible portability" in a video magnifier - Reading, Writing and Distance Viewing All-In One Device. Come see why iDex and STRIX are the first choice - Truly Portable Video Magnification for Work, Home and School.
Franklin Electronics Publishers, Inc. - 410 Marriott
One Franklin Plaza, Burlington, NJ 08016
(609) 386-2500, Fax (609) 239-5943
www.franklin.com
Handheld Electronic Spellers, Dictionaries and Thesauri. Franklin offers a special edition dictionary and thesaurus for blind or visual impaired.
Freedom Scientific - 250 Marriott
11800 31st Court North, St. Petersburg, FL 33716
(800) 444-4443, Fax (727) 803-8001
www.freedomscientific.com
Freedom Scientific provides leading-edge software and hardware assistive-technology products to serve the needs of people who are blind, have low vision, or are learning disabled. Freedom Scientific’s low vision products include the ONYX™ multiple-view magnification camera, the TOPAZ™ desktop video magnifier, the OPAL™ ultra-portable video magnifier, the SARA™ scanning and reading appliance, and MAGic® screen magnification software. Blindness products include Braille displays, notetakers, and JAWS®, the world’s most popular screen reader.
Freedom Vision - 212 Marriott
615 Tami Way, Mountain View, CA 94041
(800) 961-1334, Fax (650) 968-4740
www.freedomvision.net
Freedom Vision presents a full range of portable electronic video magnifiers including the new 4.3" LCD QuickLook Auto Focus, QuickLook Basic, QuickLook Zoom, our award-winning 7" LCD Fusion, and the 12" Liberty Solo, plus our OPTi models of laptop-compatible distance and near magnification cameras. We will also feature the new Presto LCD desktop 15" LCD desktop video magnifier, and our unique Prisma mini desktop-style magnification camera.
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Ghc, LLC - 620 Renaissance
1305 Cumberland Ave., West Lafayette, Indiana 47906
(765) 775-3776, Fax (765) 775-2501
www.gh-accessibility.com
GH provides software for Digital Talking Books, an Accessible Testing System, and also produces Accessible Media such as Braille and Tactile Graphics.
GW Micro, Inc. - 314, 333 Marriott
725 Airport North Office, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 489-3671, Fax (260) 489-2608
www.gwmicro.com
GW Micro is the manufacturer of Window-Eyes, a screen reader for Microsoft Windows Vista, Server 2003, XP Home and Professional, and 2000. Other products available are Braille Sense, first Braille notetaker offering note taking and entertainment in one package; Voice Sense, pocket size notetaker; Portable SenseView, one of the smallest hand-held digital magnifiers; and Small-Talk Ultra, full-featured portable computer.
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Handy Tech Elektronik GmbH - 302 Marriott
Brunnenstrasse10, Hurd 72160 Germany
+49 745155460, Fax +49 74515-54667
www.handytech.de
Handy Tech presents a broad range of intelligent and especially ergonomic Braille devices. Modular Evolution, the world's first Braille display using the patented ATC technology-perfect support for learning Braille or for the professional workplace. Mobile Braille systems such as Braille Star 40, Braille Wave or Braillino with note taking capability.
HIMS, Co., Ltd. - 241, 242 Marriott
139-9 Gajung-dong Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-350 Korea
+82-42-864-4460, Fax +82-42-864-4462
www.himsintl.com
No more note takers for the blind!!! HIMS offers new experiences on the assistive technologies at the Conference 2008. HIMS introduces new concept of “Braille Laptop Computer” and “Braille PDA”. Also, you can see most advanced desktop and portable Sense View magnifiers at booth #241/242. Please come and feel new world.
HiSoftware - 243 Marriott
9 Trafalgar Square, Nashua, NH 03063
(603) 578-1870, Fax (603) 578-1876
www.hisoftware.com
HiSoftware provides automated solutions that test, repair, monitor and enforce web content, quality and regulatory compliance for accessibility, privacy, site quality and more. For more information visit www.hisoftware.com.
HumanWare - 247 Marriott
175 Mason Circle, Concord, CA 94520
(925) 680-7100, Fax (925) 681-4630
www.humanware.com
HumanWare provides innovative solutions, empowering people who are blind, visually impaired or learning disabled. Products include the BrailleNote range of note takers; portable and desktop video magnifiers; myReader, a low vision auto reader; digital talking books and music players; GPS, Braille displays; accessible PDAs; ClassMate Reader, a mobile solution for learning disabled, and ViewPlus print, Braille and graphic embossers.
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IBM Human Ability and Accessibility Center – 269, 270 Marriott
11400 Burnet Road, Austin, TX 78758
(919) 447-0078, Fax (919) 405-3433
www.ibm.com/able
IBM Human Ability and Accessibility Center was established in 2000 to apply research technologies to help solve problems experienced by people with disabilities. An integral part of IBM Research, today it is a worldwide organization that strives to enhance human capacity by enabling and easing information access for the largest number of people, regardless of ability or disability.
In Touch Graphics – 309 Marriott
429 Winslow Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55107
(612) 220-6657, Fax (651) 312-1332
www.intouchgraphics.com
We custom design tactile/low vision maps in both permanent display (magnesium) and portable (swell paper) formats. We also have a new software application called VisiPrint (for schools and agencies) that produces large print materials for multiple end users instantly, and each copy is printed according to the individuals' visual preferences for front type, size, and style.
Inclusive TLC Special Needs - 522 Renaissance
2206 Legacy Oak Drive, Waxhan, NC 28173
(704) 243-3622, Fax (704) 243-3623
www.inclusivetlc.com
Inclusive TLC aim to include all learners and enable them to take advantage of computer based education. We specialize in the very best special needs software, switches, and computer access devices, as well as sample communication aids and AT, for learners with a physical disability, sensory impairment or severe learning disability.
Independent Living Aids, Inc. – 272, 273 Marriott
200 Robbins Lane, Jericho, NY 11753
(516) 937-1848, Fax (516) 937-3906
www.independentliving.com
Independent Living Aids is the oldest privately owned catalog company of its kind.We offer the latest products for low vision & blind.Soundbytes, a division, offers a full line of products for the hard of hearing and deaf community.
Industry Canada – 336 Marriott
3701 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON K2H 8S2 Canada
(613) 990-4316, Fax (613) 998-5923
www.at-links.gc.ca
Providing information on great Canadian assistive technology and services! Answering questions about disability issues and policies and industrial developments in Canada.
Infogrip, Inc. – 337, 339 Marriott
1794 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 652-0770, Fax (805) 652-0880
www.infogrip.com
Infogrip has creative computer access solutions for people with all types of disabilities. Alternative keyboards and mice, switches, screen readers, magnifiers and educational software. Come by and learn more about our retail stores--Your Low Vision Store. We have three locations in Southern California offering the best selection of video magnifiers in the industry.
Innovation Management Group – 541 Renaissance
21350 Nordhoff Street, Ste. 112, Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 701-1579, Fax (818) 701-1581
www.imgpresents.com
IMG is pleased to introduce its AT Accessibility Suite! The ultimate set of assistive technology pointing device enhancement utilities with no licensing hassles. Licensing includes all computers and all active students/teachers, including home use.Suite includes OnScreen w/ Word Complete, CrossScanner, SmartClick, Joystick-to-Mouse, PointSmart, and The Full Screen Magnifier.
Innovative Rehabilitation Technology, Inc. – 409 Marriott
13465 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 274-2090, Fax (530) 274-2093
www.irti.net
Products for the blind, visually impaired, those with dyslexia, and print challenged. Daisy player/recorders, 2/4 track tape players, accessible software, custom computers, and much more.
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Job Accommodation Network – 412 Marriott
P.O. Box 6080, Morgantown, WV 26506-6080
(800) 526-7234, Fax (304) 293-5407
www.jan.wvu.edu
JAN is a free service of the Office of Disability Employment Policy, US Department of Labor. JAN is designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities by: 1) providing individualized worksite accommodations solutions, 2) providing technical assistance regarding the ADA and other disability related legislation, and 3) educating callers about self-employment options.
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Key Ovation- 626 Renaissance
2111 West Baker Lane, Suite #200, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 795-9994, Fax (512) 795-9997
www.keyovation.com
Goldtouch by Key Ovation (manufacturer of the celebrated line of ergonomic products) offers solutions that create a healthier, more productive work environment. The product line includes Ergosuite, a bundling of ergonomically designed desktop peripherals. Each device has been engineered using world-leading technology to help reduce repetitive stress injuries (RSI).
KGS America, LLC – 366 Marriott
1265 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 244-5831, Fax (408) 244-1831
www.kgs-america.com
KGS, the world's leading manufacturer of Braille cells, will be again showcasing its line of innovative products for the blind. On display will be the Dot View tactile graphic display devices as well as other products sold by KGS America.
KNFB Reading Technology – 360 Marriott
P.O. Box 620128, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462-0128
(877) 547-1500, Fax (781) 263-9999
www.knfbreader.com
K-NFB Reading Technology, Inc. will present the knfbReader Mobile, the latest generation of portable reading technology. Following the success of the popular K-NFB Reader, the revolutionary knfbReader Mobile contains groundbreaking software advancements that provide more accurate print analysis and TTS on a truly hand-held device.
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Laureate Learning Systems – 244 Marriott
110 East Spring Street, Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 655-4755, Fax (802) 655-4757
www.laureatelearning.com
For over 25 years, professionals and parents have relied on Laureate software to teach critical language, cognitive, and reading skills. We offer award-winning, research-based programs for Autism/PDD, Developmental Disabilities, Language-Learning Disabilities, Early Intervention, Title 1, ESL, and Reading Difficulties. Laureate software ensures success and makes learning a fun and rewarding experience.
LevelStar, LLC – 304 Marriott
1500 Cherry Street, Ste. D, Louisville, CO 80027
(800) 315-2305, Fax (303) 926-1787
www.levelstar.com
Experience the LevelStar Icon™ plus Docking Station-the revolutionary leap in pocket-sized PDA for the visually impaired, loaded with book player, email manager, web browser, word processor calendar, music player, 30GB hard drive for thousands of digital books and songs, plus much more. Snap it into the Braille or Qwerty Docking Station and you’ve got a highly functional notetaker.To learn more stop by our booth or visit our website at www.levelstar.com.
Logical Software Solutions – 207 Marriott
8200 Chambray Court, Plano, TX 75025
(214) 641-8065, Fax (972) 390-7329
www.logicalsoft.net
A completely automatic back translation system for translating mathematics encoded in Nemeth Math Braille notation (used by visually impaired individuals) to print math. The tool can translate both literary Braille text and Nemeth Math to print math.
LS&S, LLC – 328 Marriott
1808 G Janke Drive, Northbrook, IL 60656
(847) 498-9777, Fax (847) 498-6647
www.lssproducts.com
LS&S is a leading national catalog company providing products for the visually impaired and hard of hearing. We have a wide range of talking and optical products, as well as a large selection of educational and daily living aids.
LVI Low Vision International – 278 Marriott
Verkstadsgatan 5, Vaxjo 35246 Sweden
+46 470 727700, Fax +46 470 727725
www.lvi.se
LVI Low Vision International is a Swedish company specialized in development and manufacturing of CCTV systems for visually impaired. Our broad product range meets the different needs of individual users and contains basic reading units as well as specialized equipment for work and education.
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Madentec – 316, 331 Marriott
4664-99 Street, Edmonton, AB T6E 5H5 Canada
(780) 450-8926, Fax (780) 988-6182
www.madentec.com
IntelliSwitch is an easy and flexible switch interface. Simply install the driver software, plug a switch into one of IntelliSwitch's five switch ports, and plug the receiver into your computer's USB port. Users can then access switch software with one or more switches - wirelessly! IntelliSwitch is compatible with Discover software, Intellitools software, and most self scanning software. With over 25 functional switch presets, IntelliSwitch is one of the most comprehensive switch interfaces on the market. Computer access has never been so easy - great products, simple choices.
MagniSight, Inc. – 346, 353 Marriott
3631 N. Stone Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 578-8893, Fax (719) 578-9887
www.magnisight.com<br />
MagniSight offers flat panel, auto focus, manual focus, as well as PC compatible CCTV systems to assist the visually impaired. Come see our latest products!
Maxi-Aids – 257 Marriott
42 Executive Boulevard, Farmingdale, NY 11735
(800) 522-6294, Fax (631) 752-0689
www.maxiaids.com
Maxi Aids supplies more than 5000 products for the blind/visually impaired, deaf and physically challenged. Featured products include the Voxcom labeler and the TADI talking organizer with 5 hours of talk time. We supply the largest selection of talking products including watches, clocks, and calculators. We also carry a wide selection of adaptive computer products and CCTVs.
Mayer-Johnson – 531, 533, 535 Renaissance
6650 Flanders Drive, Ste. F, San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 550-0084, (858) 550-0049
www.mayer-johnson.com
Boardmaker Plus! featuring Picture Communication Symbols is the premier software in special education classrooms. It makes the computer a student learning tool!
Metroplex Voice Computing, Inc. – 407 Marriott
P.O. Box 121984, Arlington, TX 76012
(817) 265-8863, Fax (817) 543-1103
www.mathtalk.com
See How Student Voices Math Homework With MathTalk™–Setup to Printing Setup student’s math homework–pre-algebra/algebra/trig/calculus/statistics/graphing--can be done by someone other than student--can voice or keyboard/mouse. Selecting student’s math level training. Student voicing math/text/calculate feature. Uses Vista™ and Dragon NaturallySpeaking™. MathPad™ By Voice™--voice arithmetic.
Mozilla Foundation – 267 Marriott
1981 Landings Drive, Bldg. K, Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 903-0800, Fax (650) 903-0875
www.mozilla.org
Mozilla Foundation is a non-profit organization managing the open source movement behind the award-winning Mozilla Firefox web browser.
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NetCentric Technologies – 203 Marriott
300 March Road, Ottawa, ON K2K 2E2 Canada
(613) 270-9582, Fax (613) 270-0574
www.net-centric.com
NetCentric Technologies provides products and services specifically designed to ensure the accessibility of electronic documents and their compliance with standards. The company's unique product offerings include CommonLook Section 508 Plug In for Adobe Acrobat™ and a PDF wizard that allows content authors to generate accessible PDF from MS Word™ and PowerPoint™.
News-2-You – 600 Renaissance
366 North Main Street, Huron, OH 44839
(419) 433-9800, Fax (419) 433-9810
www.news-2-you.com
Stimulate communication and increase learning with News-2-You; a current events internet newspaper serving readers of all ages. News-2-You, Joey's Locker, and World News (all included) provide: kid-friendly news items, recipe, activity pages, adapted storybook, online games, and a Spanish edition. All content is standards-based.
Nippon Telesoft Co., Ltd. – 301 Marriott
IF, 1-8-1 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0083 Japan
+81-3-3264-0800, Fax +81-3-3264-0800
www.nippontelesoft.com
Nippon Telesoft is a representative company that produces and sells hardware and products related to Braille: Braille printers and Braille display. Our Braille printer operates very quietly. Gemini printer can print Braille and Ink simultaneously on the same page. Our newest Braille display Seika version 3 is light enough and designed compact to carry, supports all kind of screen reader.
Nokia Inc. - 622 Renaissance
6000 Connection Drive, Irving, TX 75039
(972) 894-5000, Fax (972) 894-6427
www.nokia.com
Nokia Technology is revolutionizing the way people communicate. With a wide range of phones and enhancements, and convenient features like text and multimedia messaging, our customers are able to stay connected like never before. And while we're busy dreaming up the technology that makes these things possible, we're also developing technology to make them accessible to anyone.
Nuance – 303 Marriott
One Wayside Road, Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 565-5000, Fax (781) 565-5001
www.nuance.com
Nuance is a leading provider of speech and imaging solutions for businesses and consumers around the world. Its technologies, applications and services make the user experience more compelling by transforming the way people interact with information and how they create, share and use documents. Every day, millions of users and thousands of businesses experience Nuance's proven applications and professional services.
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Optelec US/Low Vision.com – 323 Marriott
3030 Enterprise Court, Ste. C, Vista, CA 92081
(800) 826-4200, Fax (800) 368-4111
www.optelec.com
Optelec is recognized worldwide as a provider of innovative solutions for persons who are blind and vision impaired. It is the only company offering electronic low vision products, professional products, and blindness products through an integrated storefront.
OPTRON Assistive Technologies – 235 Marriott
P.O. Box 5454, Morton, IL 61550
(888) 567-8766, Fax (309) 694-2077
www.optronusa.com
OPTRON magnifiers are known for their excellent image, versatility and sturdy design. Their unique features provide an outstanding performance in classrooms, at home and on the job. Now also available is the I-Stick, an ultra-portable, laptop and VGA-compatible CCTV with an exchangeable battery and 360 degree surround view.
Origin Instruments Corporation – 515, 517 Renaissance
854 Greenview Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
(972) 606-8740, Fax (972) 606-8741
www.orin.com
HeadMouse® Extreme is Origin Instruments flagship product that enables users to control the mouse pointer on their computer or AAC screen with the natural movements of their head. HeadMouse Extreme can be used in conjunction with a variety of mouse click solutions including adaptive switches and onscreen keyboards as well as Origin Instruments Sip/Puff Switch, Dragger™, SofType™ and KeyStrokes™. Also offered is Mac OS software for switch scanning, language and communication and access for those with vision impairments.
OVAC, Inc. – 304 Marriott
67555 East Palm Canyon Drive, #C103
(800) 325-4488, Fax (760) 321-9220
www.ovac.com
OVAC is a manufacture and distributor of adaptive equipment for the blind and low vision user. CCTV’s, desktop and portable, computers and adaptive software.
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Pal Software Service – 614 Renaissance
3-10-31 Amayama, Kutsuna Bldg. #2, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0951 Japan
+81-89-932-7520, Fax +81-89-932-7516
www.palsoft.co.jp
We demonstrate an assistive tool (RAINMAN version 3) which is designed to support children with developmental abilities. Audience has opportunities to experience the application on both PC and mobile phone in our seminar. The RAINMAN has four functions as follows: (1) Calendar, (2) Scheduler, (3) Timer and (4) Picture Card.
Perkins Products – 213 Marriott
175 North Beacon Street, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 972-7308, Fax (617) 926-2027
www.perkinsstore.org
Perkins Products/ Howe Press at Perkins School for the Blind manufactures the Perkins Brailler®, the most widely used Brailler in the world. We have recently introduced an electric Brailler for increased speed with less effort, as well as other products to enhance literacy in children and adults who are blind or visually impaired.
Plextor, LLC – 239 Marriott
830 Hillview Court, Ste. 210, Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 719-3000, Fax (408) 719-3030
www.plextor.com
The Plextalk PTR2 is a durable high quality recorder for the visually impaired with the ability to create DAISY 2.02, audio books and Music CDs. The bundled Plextalk Recording Software gives you all the necessary tools to record, edit and finalize your own audio only DAISY 2.02 books. The PTN1 CD player is an easy way to enjoy your favorite audio titles such as Daisy Digital Talking Books, music CD's, MP3 CD's, or audio books on CD. The PTN1 also includes a host of special features such as a navigational voice guide, speed and pitch controls, and page/time jump functions.
Prentke Romich Company – 519 Renaissance
1022 Heyl Road, Wooster, OH 44691
(800) 262-1984, (330) 263-4829
www.prentrom.com
Visit PRC and learn about our new device, ECO-14 which is opening new doors for AAC communicators through Windows XP compatibility! PRC delivers quality communication devices for a wide range of clients, all with proven language programs such as Unit and Word Core, and supports these products with industry-leading service and support.
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Quillsoft, Ltd. – 361 Marriott
2416 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M1N 1A2 Canada
(416) 698-0111, Fax (416) 698-1555
www.wordq.com
WordQ™ and SpeakQ™ Speech Recognition Plug-in Software Quillsoft Ltd. will be highlighting the fully-integrated speech recognition and word prediction software for individuals with learning disabilities.
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Read How You Want – 265 Marriott
323 Park Place, San Ramon, CA 94583
(925) 309-4431, Fax (925) 309-4457
www.readhowyouwant.com
Read How You Want offers high quality, alternative format books that meet most disability requirements worldwide. Our innovative technology creates multiple formats of books including four large print formats, special formats for print reading disabilities, reader designed formats, eBooks, audio books, DAISY and Braille. All formats are available for sale on our website www.readhowyouwant.com.
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic – 311 Marriott
20 Roszel Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 452-0606, Fax (609) 243-7056
www.rfbd.org
Daisy formatted audio text books and other educational material.
Reinecker Reha-Technik GmbH – 329 Marriott
Sandwiesenstr.19, Alsbach-Hänlein 64665 Germany
+49 6257 9311-0, Fax +49 6257 2561
www.reineckerreha.com
Since 37 years family owned and run manufacturer of opto-electronic magnifying systems of the premium class located in the U.S.A. Individual service guaranteed. Complete range of innovative and state of the art products: light weight portable systems, small stationary and high end professional systems--all designed for the fun of reading.
Repro-Tronics, Inc. – 209 Marriott
75 Carver Avenue, Westwood, NJ 97675
(201) 722-1880, Fax (201) 722-1881
www.repro-tronics.com
Repro-Tronics Inc. will be exhibiting hardware and software products that produce tactile graphics, both on Flexi-Paper and converted to high resolution Braille graphics for embossers.
RERC on Communication Enhancement – 537 Renaissance
DUMC 3888, Durham, NC 27701
(919) 681-9983, (919) 681-9984
www.aac-rerc.com
The Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Communication Enhancement (the AAC-RERC) conducts research, sponsors/conducts conferences, develops technology, provides technical assistance, conducts training seminars, facilitates technology transfer, and evaluates technology that is focused around improving AAC technologies and enhancing the lives of those who rely on these technologies.
Revolution Enterprises, Inc. – 233 Marriott
12170 Dearborn Place, Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-5785, Fax (858) 679-5788
www.advantagecanes.com
Advantage Graphite Canes for blind individuals.
RL & Associates, Inc. – 217 Marriott
340 Bryant Street, Ste. 205, San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 512-1180, Fax (415) 512-1198
www.rla.com
For over twenty years RL & Associates, Inc. has been providing products and services that augment the capabilities of people who are blind and low-vision. They manufacture Wave Systems Assistive Computers, Talking Navigator and more. They are authorized by most major hardware and software companies.
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SAJE Technology – 616 Renaissance
765 Dixon Court, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 756-7603, Fax (847) 496-4515
www.saje-tech.com
SAJE provides voice-activated solutions to control the telephone and environment giving independence and control to the user.
Saltillo Corporation – 602, 604 Renaissance
2143 Township Road 112, Millersburg, OH 44654
(330) 674-6722, Fax (330) 674-6726
www.saltillo.com
Saltillo Corporation manufactures and distributes AAC equipment, specializing in products for ambulatory individuals and persons with cognitive disabilities. The new ChatPC sets the standard for PocketPC-based AAC devices.
sComm, Inc. – 520 Renaissance
4224 South Hocker Drive, Ste. 260, Independence MO 64055
(816) 350-7008, Fax (816) 350-7008
www.scommonline.com
sComm, Inc develops, engineers, and manufactures the UbiDuo Face to Face Communicator.The UbiDuo enables a deaf or hard of hearing and a hearing individual to communicate with each other face to face without the need of an interpreter.The goal is to allow deaf or hard of hearing people to strike up a conversation with hearing people anywhere anytime such in professional or social communication situations. The UbiDuo changes the landscape for face to face communication.The development of the device was funded with a grant from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders with the National Institutes of Health. You can learn more about the UbiDuo at www.scommonline.com.Come by our booth #520 and find out how you can get a 200 dollar discount on the UbiDuo.
Serotek Corporation – 357 Marriott
1128 Harmon Place, Ste. 310, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 341-3030, Fax (612) 659-0760
www.serotek.com
Serotek Corporation is a leading technology company that develops software and manufactures accessibility solutions. Committed to the mission of providing accessibility anywhere, Serotek launched an online community specifically designed to meet the needs of people with disabilities. Since then, Serotek has introduced several powerful, affordable solutions that require minimal training. For more information, visit www.serotek.com.
Sight Enhancement Systems – 362 Marriott
60 Bathurst St. Unit #17, Waterloo, ON N2V 2A9 Canada
(519) 883-8400, Fax (519) 883-8405
www.sightenhancement.com
WatCam - versatile, high performance, image enhanced, low vision camera for school, home or work. Sci-Plus - scientific calculator with enlarged display and speech outputs.
Slater Software, Inc. – 211 Marriott
151 Purple Martin Lane, Guffey, CO 80820
(719) 479-2255, Fax (719) 479-2254
www.slatersoftware.com
Slater Software is the leader in Picture-Assisted Literacy™. New versions of Picture It and PixWriter™ can be mastered in a minute and offer reading and writing opportunities for all students. Simply Science Series are ready-to-use standards based science lessons. Come to booth 211 Marriott to experience the excitement yourself!
Soft Touch – 516 Renaissance
17117 Oak Drive, Ste. C, Omaha, NE 68130
(402) 334-8477, Fax (402) 334-8478
www.softtouch.com<br />
SoftTouch develops software with universal access for students with special needs. We have everything from cause-and-effect software to curriculum studies and self-authoring programs. Popular titles include Teaching Access Ability, All About Animals Activity Books, Test Me Score me, My Own Bookshelf, "Switching On" Curriculum series, and Old MacDonald's Farm!
Solutions Radio – 310 Marriott
Motorenweg 5K, Delft 2623 CR Netherlands
+1 201 977 1229, Fax +1 201 608 6803
www.solutionsradio.com
Listen to all kind of content on the Internet without a PC! The easy to use Orion Webbox gives blind and Visual Impaired users easy access to on-line information. Orion Webbox stands for on-line Reading Information ON-demand.
Soneil Vision Enabling Systems – 205 Marriott
6033 Shawson Drive, Unit 29, Mississauga, ON L5T 1H8 Canada
(905) 469-2707, Fax (905) 565-0352
www.soneilves.com
The Duo B20 is a compact Braille and speech dual-boot device with a built-in Braille display that lets you run our Notetaker suite of programs or run full desktop applications in Windows XP Pro. Get the best of both worlds in one device-fast-booting Notetaker and full-featured Windows XP Pro.
Sound Foresight, Ltd. - 345 Marriott
BB1C, Innovation Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S75 1JL
+ 44 1226 201 666, Fax + 44 1226 201 877
www.ultracane.com
The award-winning Ultracane, an electronic mobility aid, has been developed with input from the vision impaired community. This listening to customer need is core to sound foresight's ethos. As a result, the Ultracane is changing people's lives by making users feel more confident, independent and safe.
Speech Banana Therapies – 359 Marriott
190 West Magee Road, Ste. 162, Oro Valley, AZ 85704
(520) 579-2026, Fax (520) 579-3368
www.hearitllc.com
Speech Banana Therapies provides 3-step Hearit Phonologic Auditory amplification tools which are uniquely calibrated in the "speech bananas" range of frequencies to expedite auditory processing abilities to children with language/hearing disabilities.
Sun Microsystems – 405, 406 Marriott
500 Eldorado Blvd., M/S BRM 05-171, Broomfield, CO 80021
(303) 562-3118, (303) 562-3118
www.sun.com/access
Sun Microsystems provides accessibility support for users and developers. The Java Desktop System ships with assistive technologies plus a full suite of desktop applications. For developers, Java technology makes it easy to build accessible applications for any desktop platform.
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T&T Consultancy - 365 Marriott
Advantage House Trentio Bsus. Quarter, Stoke-on-Trent, England ST4 8GQ
44 1782 644141, Fax
www.tandt-consultancy.com
T&T consultancy is a world leader in developing integrated voice input speech output solutions for blind and low vision computer users.
Tack-Tiles Braille Systems, LLC – 258 Marriott
P.O. Box 475, Plaistow, NH 03865
(603) 382-1904, Fax (603) 382-1748
www.tack-tiles.com
Tack-Tiles Braille Systems are a sophisticated teaching toll for all ages based on LEGO-type blocks. These Braille blocks provide a unique bridge, a smoother, shorter, more interesting path to Braille literacy. Now in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian literacy Braille Code as well as Nemeth Braille Code for mathematics, Braille code for music notation, and computer Braille code.
TAGARNO AS – 505 Renaissance
Sandoevej 4: 8700 Horsens: Denmark
+45 7625 1111, Fax +457625 1199
www.tagarno.com
TAGARNO AS is a Danish manufacturer of electronic magnifiers for visually impaired persons. We believe intelligent solutions are the future, which is why we continuously develop innovative technologies and designs in close consultation
with the experts – our customers! And we are pleased to introduce our brand-new High Definition solutions at CSUN 2008.
Talking Tabs – 216 Marriott
1411 Trovillion Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32751
(407) 740-5080, Fax (407) 539-0460
www.talkingtabs.com
Talking Tabs innovative music instruction in exclusively audio formats. Learn to play the guitar just by listening to instructions on CD's. Learn to play the great songs of yesterday and today with our professionally developed audio lessons we call Play it Now Tunes. Come check our "Coming Soon" Piano instruction.
Tash, Inc. – 514 Renaissance
3512 Mayland Court, Richmond, VA 23233
(800) 463-5685, Fax (804) 747-5224
www.tashinc.com
Since 1979, Tash has made the most extensive line of switches and access products for computers, AAC, educational, toys and ECU's that are the hardware solutions for your clients. Easy to use and set up--no conflicting software. Free training CD for switch and mounting selection. Come by the booth to see new products.
Tenacity, Inc. – 208 Marriott
102 Versailles Blvd., Ste. 250, Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 735-9500, Fax (337) 735-9501
www.tenacitycorp.com
Access A Phone is software that was created in order to make telephones easier and more convenient to use. Access A Phone’s unique approach is to integrate the latest telephone technology with the power and versatility of a Windows-based PC. Telephone users are now able to control and command their telephone through simple keyboard commands or by using alternative input methods like voice commands and many others. Installation is simple, training takes only a few minutes, and no expensive hardware add-ons are required.
Texthelp Systems Inc. – 528 Renaissance
100 Unicorn Park Street, Woburn, MA 01801
(888) 248-0652, Fax (866) 248-0652
www.texthelp.com
Texthelp Systems specializes in providing literacy software solutions for individuals with reading and writing difficulties, learning disabilities such as dyslexia, or who are English Language Learners. Read&Write GOLD is a customizable toolbar that seamlessly integrates with familiar applications including Microsoft~ Word, Internet Explorer, and Adobe~ Reader allowing students to access the support tools they need from within mainstream software programs.
The Bookbinder Group/Telesensory – 335 Marriott
224 Monterey Drive, Naples, FL 34119
(239) 455-9081, Fax (239) 348-9038
www.telesensory.com
The Bookbinder Group is a consortium of premier dealers, representing the finest Low Vision Products in North America. Our number one focus has always been on improving the quality of life for people with low vision. The Bookbinder Group features the Telesensory Product Line, renowned and recognized as being the forerunner for low vision products since 1969. Our variety of Video Magnifiers provide outstanding versatility and image quality. The Bookbinder Group's premier dealer network and customer service staff is dedicated to providing personalized service before, during and after purchase.
The Great Talking Box Company – 542 Renaissance
2245 Fortune Drive, Ste. A, San Jose, CA 95131
(408) 456-0133, Fax (408) 456-0134
www.greattalkingbox.com
We manufacture hand-held speech devices.
The Royal National College for the Blind – 232 Marriott
College Road, Hereford HR11EB England
(+441432) 01432 265725, (+441432) 01432 376628
www.rncb.ac.uk
The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is the leading UK residential college for young people and adults who are blind or visually impaired. We will demonstrate innovative web 2.0, remote desktop and self-study ICT technology. We will be promoting a range of projects and our Blind Football Academy.
The Writer Learning Systems – 344 Marriott
P.O. Box 186, Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 237-2055, Fax (805) 239-8973
www.writerlearning.com
Writer Learning Systems introduces FUSION. A fantastic low-cost assistive technology work station that features text to speech, word prediction, software, variable font size, and much more.
Tobii Technology, Inc. – 530, 532, 534 Renaissance
510 North Washington Street, Church Falls, VA 22046
(888) 898-6244, Fax (419) 715-7750
www.tobii.com
MyTobii P10 is a fully integrated, portable and non-intrusive eye controlled speech generating device. Eye control enables users with special needs to communicate and interact using only their eyes. This brings new opportunities for communication, interaction and improved quality of life for people who previously relied on slow and cumbersome alternatives for their communication.
Touch Graphic, Inc. – 401 Marriott
330 West 38 Street, Ste. 1204 New York, NY 10018
(212) 375-6341, Fax (646) 452-4211
www.touchgraphics.com
Touch Graphics Inc. is the creator of the Talking Tactile Tablet, also known as TTT. The TTT is a simple computer peripheral device that acts as a "viewer" for raised line and textured images. Users place one of a large number of tactile overlay sheets on the TTT then press down to hear descriptive audio for various parts of the illustration. Many applications are available for the TTT.
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University of Illinois – 262 Marriott
1207 South Oak Street, Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 244-5870, (217) 333-0248
www.cita.uiuc.edu
The Illinois Center for IT Accessibility has developed several resources for web accessibility evaluation and development. Resources aid in making web content more accessible and usable by everyone, including people with disabilities.
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VersEye, Inc. – 266 Marriott
27601 Forbes Road #49, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 350-4722, Fax (949) 582-2676
www.verseye-inc.com
The DigiView is a small portable high resolution digital viewing system that can also be used as a table top unit simply by plugging into a television or a VGA monitor. The totally digital video signal utilized in the DigiView allows an expansion into features not available with analog systems.
ViewPlus Technologies – 349 Marriott
1853 S.W. Airport Avenue, Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 754-4002, Fax (541) 738-6505
www.viewplus.com
ViewPlus Technologies Braille Embosser Powered by Tiger™; The quietest & most versatile Braille printers ever! Handle documents just like ink printers. It's finally quick and easy to print Braille, tactile graphics, mathematical charts, labels, business cards, and more. IVEO Software; IVEO builds accessibility into mainstream computer and print materials. By enhancing visual information to include sound and touch feedback, IVEO makes written materials more engaging and interactive. Pro Ink Attachment (PIA) makes possible everything from basic Braille and print text to complex printed tactile graphics. Accessible Graphing Calculator Software (AGC): provides the major functionality of handheld graphing calculators in a Windows application. From simple trigonometry to high-level statistics, the AGC is the leading choice for students and teachers looking for tactile and audio access to mathematics.
VisionCue – 277 Marriott
4858-A S.W. Scholls Ferry Road, Portland, OR 97225
(503) 297-1510, Fax (503) 459-4003
www.visioncue.com
If you are interested in learning about the latest developments in Braille displays and notetaker technology… look no further. The experts at VisionCue will be demonstrating the latest products from Optelec, including the ALVA BC640. Sign-up to win an EasyLink 12, the handiest, wireless Braille display for cellphoneson the market- a $2,000 value!
Vision S.A.S. – 623 Renaissance
32 Chemin de Terron, Nice, 06600 France
+33 497 070404, Fax (408) 356-5936
www.visionsas.com
The product invented by Raoul Parienti and perfected by the VISION S.A.S Company is named: « Top Braille ». It is a reading personal assistant of the size of a mouse, allowing blind people to read any kind of printed document. It works as if the printed document was immediately printed in Braille characters and was given simultaneously an audio version.
Vision Technology, Inc. – 312, 313 Marriott
8501 Delport Drive, St. Louis, MO 63114
(314) 890-8300, Fax (31 4) 890-8383
www.visiontechnology.com
Vision Technology’s pursuit of innovative design has led the company to the forefront as a U.S. manufacturer of portable and distance-viewing CCTVs. All VTI CCTVs offer 2X magnification allowing individuals with the beginning stages of low vision the benefit of these products; as well as those needing higher magnification.
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Walters Low Vision - 279 Marriott
30423 Canwood Street, Suite 115, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
(818) 706-2292, Fax (818) 706-2206
www.walterslowvision.com
Stop by and examine the complete line of WALTERS MONOCULARS and ACCESSORIES for Low Vision Applications, the WALTERS MONOCULAR AND MAGNIFIER KITS for the Professional, plus a variety of MAGNIFIERS and BINOCULARS. New products
include: 7x21 WALTERS MONOCULAR and the WALTERS "MAC" KIT designed for working with Macular Degeneration patients.
Words Plus, Inc. - 601 Renaissance
42505 10th Street W, Lancaster, CA 93534
(800) 869-8521, Fax (661) 723-2114
www.words-plus.com
From Customer Care to Medicaid/Medicare Funding, Words+ is dedicated to providing products and services that enrich the lives of individuals with special communication needs. Come by booth 601 R to see the new vocabularies for Say-it! SAM product line and our new and improved Say-it! Sam Communicator!
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Zygo Industries, Inc. - 603, 605 Renaissance
P.O. Box 1008, Portland, OR 97207
(503) 684-6006, Fax (503) 684-6011
www.zygo-usa.com
Our full range of Assistive technology will be on display, including AAC devices and software (Optimist 3HD, Polyana, TalkingAid Wireless, MACAW, Talara, Allora, Spok21, and The Grid2), and an assortment of environmental control products (GewaTel 200 speakerphone, Progress dynamic screen transmitter, etc.)
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