Kurzweil 1000 Scanning Software

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Detailed Description

Kurzweil 1000TM is award-winning software that makes printed or electronic text readily available to people who are blind or visually impaired. It combines accessibility, communication and productivity tools to ease and enhance their reading, writing and learning experience. The software speaks text aloud in a variety of natural-sounding voices that can be modified to suit individual preferences. In addition, it provides users with document creation and editing as well as study skills capabilities for note taking, summarizing and outlining text. Kurzweil 1000 delivers quick access to a wealth of information including online books, magazines and encyclopedias so users can pursue any reading interests. They can also take their reading wherever they go by sending files to Braille note takers and embossers as well as portable devices such as DAISY and MP3 audio players. Kurzweil 1000 is easy to use for beginners, yet powerful and flexible for advanced users. With its wide array of useful features, users save time and gain independence – whether at home, at school, or at work.

Product Features

  • Simple Forms Recognition and Completion
  • Choices for More Accurate Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
  • State-of-the-Art Speech Options Clear, natural-sounding Appointment Calendar with Audible Reminders
  • Study Tools
  • Quick Access to Scan, Photocopy, and Fax Features
  • Create Documents and Work with Tables
  • Link Documents and Settings
  • Online Information Search and Retrieval
  • DAISY Format Support
  • Read Files Away From Home and Burn CDs
  • Create and Play Audio Files
  • Broad Range of File Access

Manufacturer's Information

Kurzweil Educational Systems produces two important software products for individuals with learning difficulties and for those who are blind. List of minimum system requirements for Kurzweil 1000: - 500 MHz Pentium III processor of faster - 128MB of RAM - At least 500 MB of available hard disk space - A CD-ROM drive - A TWAIN compatible flatbed scanner (go to www.kurzweiledu.com for more information) - A Sound Blaster-compatible sound card with speakers - A full-size keyboard and/or a 17 button keyboard - Windows 2000 and Windows XP and Vista. While most of the Kurzweil 1000 will work on Windows 98 and ME systems, there may be significant features that will not be available. The OCR engine titled ScanSoft 15 cannot be used in earlier operating systems, so ScanSoft 12 will be installed in systems with those operating systems. The CD writing facility will only be available in systems running Windows 2003, Windows XP or Vista.

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Kurzweil 1000 Upgrade

Upgrading to the new Kurzweil 1000 version 11 will give you access to many new features and superior text recognition and reading quality.

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