OPTELEC Alva 640 Comfort

The Alva 640 Comfort is a very small and light Braille display with an integrated Braille keyboard. Information from a computer, tablet or smartphone is converted into Braille that is displayed on 40 Braille cells.
The Braille keyboard makes the reading line even more versatile. This makes it possible to type text in Braille and to operate the computer or other devices.
Due to the ergonomically designed input keys, it is not necessary to use the keyboard of the computer or smartphone.
The Alva 640 Comfort can be used with screen reading software such as Supernova, Jaws, Window-Eyes, VoiceOver. The Alva 640 Comfort can be connected via USB.
Thanks to the built-in rechargeable battery, the display can also be used on the go.
Key features
40 Braille cells
five thumb keys for navigation
40 touch switches
integrated braille keyboard
In addition to the Alva 640 Comfort, there is the ALVA BC640. This display has the additional functionality of a 'Smartpad' which is located directly under the Braille cells.
The 'Smartpad' has a five-way navigation key and four function keys, enabling a number of functions to be activated directly below the display, such as arrow keys, mouse clicks and 'Enter'.
Specifications
40 Braille cells
40 touch switches (cursor routing)
integrated note-taking function where notes can still be taken without a paired device
five thumb keys for navigation
eTouch reading keys, directly to the braille cells for easy reading and navigation in the text
on-off switch
integrated rechargeable battery, ten hours of continuous use, charging time four hours
8 GB internal memory
USB port
dimensions: 33.8 x 7.5 x 1.8 cm
weight: 780 grams
comes with a protective cover, USB cable and CD-ROM with software drivers and manuals
The Alva computer operating software works under Windows 7, 8 and 10 (32 and 64 bit).