The Topaz PHD (the PHD stands for Portable High Definition) is an intuitive and fully-featured video magnifier that folds like a laptop or netbook, provides brilliant image quality in a compact and portable design! Visually impaired users can discover the freedom of independently reading and viewing the details that matter...
in the home, office, classroom, or on the go.
Watch a short video on the benefits of the very portable Topaz PHD created by Freedom Scientific. You can watch Brent Frueauf, sales rep from Freedom Scientific, demonstrate the Topaz PHD at INDATA Project, Easter Seals Crossroads location in Indiana. Both videos are Closed Captioned (CC).
You can find out where the Topaz PHDs are located and their availability by going to Check Availability Here
Check the Guidelines page on the home page of this Lib Guide.
Most HCC Libraries have a Desktop Video Magnifier in the library area. Ask your friendly library staff where the CCTV is located.
Note: These Desktop Video Magnifiers are NOT for checkout. They are to be used in the library areas.
MAGNIFICATION DIMENSIONS H/W/D WEIGHT
12-in monitor: 1.7x to 24x 13.5 in / 12.5 in / 2.4 in 8.4 lbs / 3.8 kg w/o battery
34.3 cm / 31.7 cm / 6.1 cm 9.4 lbs / 4.3 kg w/battery
STANDARD COLOR MODES
POWER SUPPLY
CAMERA
14 MP Sensor
WORKING HEIGHT UNDER CAMERA
9.75 in / 24.8 cm
STANDARD OPTIONS
The Li-ion battery will last for up to 4 hrs without needing a charge. Your checkout will include the power cord/plug that allows you to recharge the Li-ion battery so you'll be ready to go! It takes approximately 3.5 hours to fully charge. The unit automatically powers on when you open it and move the monitor from its closed position. The unit powers off when you collapse and close it.
Battery Status
The POWER button is a multi-color LED (green/red) that indicates battery status when an optional battery is installed in the unit. The button is located next to the power jack on the left side of the unit.
Note: To save battery life, the unit powers off automatically if it is idle for 30 minutes. If the unit is connected to AC power, it will continue to run and not power off after 30 minutes.
Return the unit to the closest HCC Library for tech support. If another unit is readily available, you will be able to check out another unit if you meet the requirements.
When you checkout a Topaz PHD, these items are included:
No. HCC does not provide SD Cards. You will need to purchase your own SD Card to utilize that feature on the Topaz PHD. Make sure that you keep your SD Card in a safe place, and take it out of the case/unit when returning the unit to the library.
No. To use the Topaz PHD, there is no software involved. It is a stand-alone unit; however, there is a USB port for connectivity to computer using GEM® software installed on your personal computer or laptop.
Note 1: HCC does not provide the GEM® software, nor does HCC install software on personal computers.
Note 2: HCC does not provide the USB cable to connect the Topaz PHD to your personal computer.
Note 3: For more information regarding the GEM® software, and installation guides, and system requirements, please visit Freedom Scientific.
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