Electronic Magnifier
Desktop Magnifier
As your macular degeneration progresses you will need different magnifiers for different tasks. However, electronic magnifiers provide several benefits over traditional glass magnifiers. 1. Adjustable Magnification 2. Larger Field of View 3. Adjustable Contrast
Low Vision TechnologyThe cost of these magnifiers can range from $200 to over $3000.If it serves the purpose you are buying it for, it will be well worth it. Before making a large purchase consider meeting with a low vision rehab specialist before you purchase. They can assess your needs and then make recommendations for the best magnifiers for you. They can also provide training in using low vision technology. If you must make your own best decisions, then purchase a video magnifier that has a free trial period so that you can try it at home and see how it works for you. Low Vision CCTVAnother form of electronic magnification is through a closed circuit television (CCTV).A CCTV magnifier is for people who need text and photos magnified, but find that their current optical magnifiers are no longer meeting their needs.
The benefits of this type of electronic magnifier are:1. A Larger Viewing Field - up to 22" 2. Adjustable Magnification - up to 75X and 3. Adjustable Contrast- Black on White, White on Black and other high contrast color combinations This type of desktop magnifier uses a small TV camera that actually sits inside a hand-held "mouse." The camera also incorporates a zoom lens which allows the level of magnification to be adjusted. The magnified image is displayed on a large screen monitor in full color or enhanced black and white. The "camera" mouse has rollers so it is easy to scan over text or difficult-to-read items such as medicine bottles, cans, cooking instructions, etc., to be magnified easily. To learn more click here: Free Webinar - Electronic vs Conventional MagnifiersI'm excited to tell you about a free webinar sponsored by Enhanced Vision, the leading manufacturer of low vision products that are doctor recommended and customer approved.Kevin Huff, O.D. of ViewFinder Low Vision Resource Center and Justin Moore, Regional Manager of Enhanced Vision will discuss the benefits of new electronic magnification devices versus conventional magnifiers. Dr. Huff earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arizona. He completed his optometric degree at the Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. Huff also completed training in Low Vision Rehabilitation at the Southern Arizona Veterans Administration Healthcare System in Tucson, Arizona and at the Foothills Center for the Partially Sighted in Glendora, CA. Electronic magnifiers have helped thousands of people with Macular Degeneration and other Low Vision conditions regain their visual independence. To find out if electronic magnification is right for you please join us for this free seminar. Benefits of New Electronic Magnification Devices versus Conventional Magnifiers Date: Tuesday, March 6, 2012 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PST Space is limited. I've signed up for my spot. Register right NOW (it's FREE) and reserve your Webinar seat at: After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. System Requirements are: PC-based attendeesRequired: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server Macintosh®-based attendeesRequired: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer See you there, Leslie Degner Handheld Electronic Magnifier
The small, hand held, electronic pocket magnifiers are great to take with you shopping, traveling, or out to dinner. Some of their best features are:
* Pocket size - Small and lightweight. Fits in a pocket or purse * Portable - No matter where you go or what you do, you can see price tags, labels, pictures, instructions, menus or whatever it is you need to see. To learn more about this low vision technology click here:
PC Screen MagnifierElectronic magnifying software helps those with macular degeneration and low vision, read small print by displaying a magnified image on any desktop or laptop PC. Utilizing your computer's USB port, a full color image with adjustable magnification is displayed on your computer screen. After installing the software driver onto your computer, whatever you move the special mouse over will appear magnified on your screen. This software is great for reading schoolwork, office work, magazines, books, documents, and bills. It can be used on a desktop or laptop computer. To learn more about a computer screen magnifier click here:
Electronic Reading Device
An electronic reading device is a low vision technology that offers font magnification and the ability to adjust the contrast.
A new e book reader called The Kindle can also adjust the font size so that if you want to read you can or you can switch back and forth. Those with macular degeneration can continue to enjoy their favorite authors, periodicals or newspaper through this text to speech converter and font magnifier. To learn more click here:
Electronic Reading Device
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