Carolyn, The joystick lets you move the VO cursor, but of course you can redefine these on the Mac. THe bug I mention affects the iOS devices. The problem is not always apparent, so it is a tricky bug. Generally the problem is reconnecting the display after you put the phone/device asleep or turn it off. You can reestablish the connection by tapping on the Braille display in the accessibility/VOiceOver settings. The problem also can cause WIFI to disconnect at random. SOmetimes just changing the channel on the router will help, but not always. WOrked for me for a while and suddenly the WIFI became problematic until I removed the display. This problem does not just affect the Refreshabrialle and hopefully Apple has a fix for 4.3. I know this has been a challenge for Apple, but they are trying to kill off this bug. That is the short of it all. Scott
On Feb 7, 2011, at 2:02 PM, Carolyn Haas wrote: > Hi Scott: > > I think I'll make fewer identification mistakes even with the mac if I paired > one of these. It looks like the most affordable unit I'll be able to get my > hands on. I'm going to break down and get the refreshabraille. How bad is > the bug, please? Also, what does a joystick do on a braille display. Thanks > for any further info,. > .:) > Carolyn Haas > > On Feb 7, 2011, at 10:50 AM, Scott Howell wrote: > >> I got the free case when APH offered it. I use it with my iPHone, although >> there is a bug currently that APple is working on that poses problems with >> paring and other odd behaviors. However, it works great with the Mac Book >> pro via bluetooth or USB. >> Scott >> >> >> >> >> >> On Feb 7, 2011, at 12:36 PM, Cheree Heppe wrote: >> >>> Cheree Heppe here: >>> >>> This is good to hear. >>> >>> How do you carry and use the refresh-a-braille when you are out in the >>> community? >>> >>> >>> Regards, >>> Cheree Heppe >>> >>> ----- Original Message ----- >>> From: Scott Howell >>> To: [email protected] >>> Sent: Monday, February 07, 2011 8:19 >>> Subject: Re: refresh-a-braille reseatch >>> >>> I have this Braille display and like it very much. >>> Scott >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On Feb 7, 2011, at 11:16 AM, Cheree Heppe wrote: >>> >>>> Cheree Heppe here: >>>> >>>> In considering a refreshable Braille display that will be small, >>>> functional enough and compatible with the most devices, I am starting with >>>> the refresh-a-braille, an 18 cell display. >>>> >>>> Because I already use the PK successfully, I like Baum's products and >>>> discovered that the 18-cells offer enough readability. >>>> >>>> Here is what the website says in the intro material about the >>>> refresh-a-braille. >>>> >>>> >>>> Refreshabraille 18 User's Guide >>>> APH logo >>>> Refreshabraille 18 logo >>>> Copyright 2009-2010 >>>> American Printing House >>>> for the Blind, Inc. >>>> All Rights Reserved >>>> 2010/07/22 >>>> Introducing the Refreshabraille 18 >>>> Refreshabraille 18 image >>>> Congratulations. You now possess a unique refreshable braille display that >>>> sets a >>>> new standard in functionality, flexibility, and portability. Measuring >>>> only approximately >>>> 3 X 5 X 1 inches and powered with state-of-the-art battery and energy >>>> management >>>> firmware, Refreshabraille 18 is an ideal braille display and braille >>>> keyboard for >>>> mobile devices like notebooks, mobile phones and PDAs. It serves as an >>>> excellent >>>> reading environment for desktop computers as well. >>>> Refreshabraille 18 works with common screen readers like Window-Eyes and >>>> JAWS for >>>> the PC running Windows, Voice Over for the Mac (with 10.6 or later), >>>> iPhone, and >>>> iPod Touch (version 4.0 or later), and screen readers like Talks and >>>> Mobile Speak >>>> for mobile phones and PDAs. Accessible mobile managers like Icon™ and >>>> Braille+™ already >>>> work with the display and do not require a screen reader. >>>> Refreshabraille works under Linux using the >>>> BRLTTY >>>> program. Version 4.0 or higher is required. >>>> Refreshabraille 18 features: >>>> 18 eight dot Braille cells >>>> 18 cursor routing keys >>>> Forward and Back scroll buttons >>>> Eight dot braille input keyboard >>>> Five position joy stick >>>> Aux space bar >>>> USB Serial and HID protocol support >>>> Bluetooth connectivity >>>> Rechargeable lithium-ion battery >>>> Protected USB connector design >>>> Reversible operation >>>> Refreshabraille connects to your mobile device or desktop PC via USB or >>>> wireless >>>> Bluetooth interface. Leave your mobile device in your pocket while you >>>> control its >>>> full functionality with Refreshabraille's keys and joystick and read the >>>> device's >>>> screen with Refreshabraille's braille display. >>>> Outstanding battery life time of about 30 hours on Bluetooth or up to 100 >>>> hours on >>>> USB allows total freedom and mobility when using Refreshabraille with >>>> portable devices. >>>> Refreshabraille does not come with an AC adapter. It is designed to charge >>>> through >>>> your PC's USB port or with an optional USB AC adapter which you may >>>> purchase at places >>>> like Radio Shack or Best Buy. USB chargers are universal, so once you >>>> obtain one, >>>> you may use it to charge a variety of devices including Refreshabraille. >>>> Since many >>>> modern phones use such adapters, chances are you already have a charger >>>> you can use. >>>> Developed with the excellent engineering and attention to quality by Baum >>>> to APH >>>> specifications, Refreshabraille combines elegant design, reliability, and >>>> ease of >>>> use with a rugged metal case, small size, and extended battery life. >>>> In the Box >>>> Refreshabraille 18 display >>>> USB Cable >>>> CD ROM >>>> Print Quick Start >>>> Braille Quick Start >>>> The manual is on line and there is a discussion list at: >>>> >>>> [email protected] >>>> >>>> Send a blank E-mail and wait for the confirmation return E-mail inn order >>>> to write to the list. >>>> >>>> That's what I'm going to do. >>>> >>>> >>>> Regards, >>>> Cheree Heppe >>>> >>>> -- >>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>>> [email protected]. >>>> For more options, visit this group at >>>> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>> >>> >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>> [email protected]. >>> For more options, visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>> >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >>> [email protected]. >>> For more options, visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> [email protected]. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > [email protected]. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. 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