Re: New Optacon User
- From: nocyou@xxxxxxx
- To: optacon-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Sat, 25 Feb 2006 12:58:01 -0500
Hi, I have been using an Optacon for over 20 years. Did you try
plugging it in? I have a really good repair place in case you need it.
The company is called Visual Aids Electronics and the gentleman's name
and number is Leo Drell, (818) 909-9453.
Peggy
-----Original Message-----
From: Karen Poulakos <kpoulakos@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: optacon-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Sat, 25 Feb 2006 10:22:24 -0600
Subject: New Optacon User
Hi,
I am new to the list. I received an opticon from someone who could no
longer use it. Is anyone currently servicing these?
My understanding is that as i run the little camera over the printed
text, I should hear a buzz as it sees the letters, and it should be
quiet where there is none. This unit seems to work correctly for a few
minutes, then goes to a constant buzz, and does not display correctly
on the array. When it sounds like it's working correctly, I'm not sure
the full letter is showing up on the array, but that may be because I
am new at this.
The person who gave it to me did tell me that the battery no longer
holds a charge, and the unit hadn't been used for over a year.
The previous owner also told me that at one time there was a tracking
device to aid in tracking a straight line. I would love to fine one,
if possible. I was able to read print years ago, so am familiar with
print letters and numbers.
Any suggestions would be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
Karen Poulakos
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