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C-Pen Reader

The C-Pen ReaderPen™ is a stand alone digital highlighter. The device has three main features: text reading using a high quality natural speaking voice, obtaining definitions from a Collins dictionary and capturing text remotely to file or directly to a cursor point on any computer. Simply select your application, scan, and enjoy the benefits!

OCR Engine
C-Pen Reader contains a high accuracy OCR that enables you to capture and save quotes and other text of interest instantly. The text is saved in text files which is then easily transferred to your computer. Extremely handy if you are a student or a reseacher or if you just want to save some text of interest.

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Text to speech
Use C-Pen Reader to read printed text for you! C-Pen Reader features a high quality naturally speaking British English voice. Use it to listen to pronounciations or to help you read in general.

Dictionary
Not sure about a word? C-Pen Reader contains high quality electronic dictionaries. Capture the word(s) and they are located in the dictionary for you. It´s an instant experience. C-Pen Reader also remember words that you have looked up and keep the history available for you.

Voice memos
Aside from everything else C-Pen Reader also features a microphone (and of course speaker and headphones connector) allowing you to record audio. Like voice memos. The audio files are saved in the device, can be retrieved and listened to any time. You can also upload the audio files to your computer.

USB drive
C-Pen Reader also double as a USB drive. 3GB user space is available. Most likely enough to store a backup of your documents or other important files. Connect it to a USB port on your MAC, Windows or Linix computer.

Interfaces
C-Pen Reader uses a standard micro USB connector for charging and connecting to computers, and a standard 3.5 mm connector for your favourite headphones.

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C-Pen Exam Reader

The C-Pen Exam Reader pen scanner is a major technological breakthrough for anyone wanting to read English, Spanish, French, German or Italian exam questions. The C-Pen Exam Reader is a totally portable, pocket-sized device that reads text out aloud with an human-like digital voice.

The Exam Reader has been approved by The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ)* for use in exams. This means students who have reading difficulties such as dyslexia can independently take exams knowing that they can read and understand the questions. No special access arrangements are required.The pen is half the size of other portable pen scanners on the market and at 50g is half the weight.

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As well as promoting Independent Reading this pen is:
  • Ideal for hearing words & lines of text read aloud
  • Great for students with dyslexia, reading difficulties and english as a second language
  • Designed to allow students to be with their peers in the main exam hall with headphones plugged into their pens
  • Available in a class set of ten pens
Text to speech
Use C-Pen Exam Reader to read printed text for you! C-Pen Exam Reader features a high quality naturally speaking British English, American English, Spanish, French, German or Italian voice.

Compact
The C-Pen Exam Reader is small, portable, and light making it easy to carry with you anywhere you like to read.

Interfaces
C-Pen Exam Reader uses a standard micro USB connector for charging, and a standard 3.5 mm connector for your favourite headphones

Cost Savings
Please click here to see how much your school could be saving if it switches from using human readers to using C-Pen Exam Readers instead.

Warranty
Products are warranted against defects for 1 year from date of purchase.

C-Pen Exam Reader Specifications
  • Screen OLED 256*64
  • CPU 600MHz
  • USB Micro USB
  • Earphone 3.5mm
  • Battery 1,200mAh
  • Scan Font Size Range 6.5 - 22 pt
  • Menu Languages English
  • Certifications CE RoHS FCC
  • Size Dimensions: 135*33*19mm Weight: 50g

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C-Pen Exam Reader Class Pack and C-Pen Reader Class Pack

C-Pen Exam Reader Class Pack and C-Pen Reader Class Pack - 10 headsets and 10 USB cables all in a smart attache case.

This brief case is designed for easy storage and safety when transporting around the school premises.

C-Pen Exam Reader Class Pack
C-Pen Exam Reader Class Pack
C-Pen Reader Class Pack
C-Pen Reader Class Pack
Storage and safety

designed for easy storage and safety when transporting around the school premises.

Smart attache

10 headsets and 10 USB cables all in a smart attache case