To those on both lists to which I am forwarding this
apologies if you see this twice.? Sounds an interesting player
and I dare say the TN I work with will take a look at it.?
There is mention for chapter support - the ability I take it
to skip between sections within a single file which is very
useful for long podcasts such as Living Blindfully.? I have
heard as well there is the ability to move between folders if
a pendrive is organised that way.
Ray.
From the Tech-VI list owner:
I heard about this player from the RNIB
on the April 27 I have no other information about
it beyond what is contained on the Web site. I do not know
if this device is shipped internationally or if there are
distributors for it outside of the U.K. Please direct any
questions about the product to the RNIB and not to me.
Distribution on the Tech-VI list does not imply endorsement.
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The
RNIB Accord combination USB player and Bluetooth speaker
is our most advanced audio device and designed
specifically for blind and partially sighted users, with
easy-to-use tactile controls, wireless charging,
easy-to-locate ports, bookmarking features and chapter
skipping function.
Small
(just a little larger than a standard coffee mug) and
highly portable, you can listen to Talking Books on USB
and any other audio via Bluetooth – podcasts, BBC Sounds,
Audible audiobooks, your ‘dance like nobody’s watching’
playlist. If your smartphone or tablet can play it, you
can listen to it on the RNIB Accord.
The
rechargeable battery provides five to six hours listening
on a full charge. Simply place the RNIB Accord on to the
wireless charger provided and hear the player announce
when it is correctly positioned for charging. Your RNIB
Accord is supplied with one Qi wireless charging pad for
fast charging and two USB-C cables, but not a USB charger
plug – these can be purchased separately using product
code HT376.
With
its high quality speaker, the RNIB Accord is the perfect
way to listen to your favourite things in the living room,
kitchen, garden or shed. Weighing only 384g (less than a
tin of tomato soup!), you can easily move it with you as
you go about your day. It is supplied with a lanyard
attached for extra security.?
Controls
Stylish
and modern-looking, it has a black case with contrasting
white buttons. The volume control buttons are a large,
tactile plus and minus sign on one side of the device,
designed to be easily located by touch. They also function
as chapter skip forward/backward buttons.
The
RNIB Accord’s two other control buttons and all ports are
on top of the device for ease of use. The round, white
power button is engraved with a power symbol, and the
white book/folder skip button is distinctly smaller and
smooth. The power button also functions as the play/pause
button.
Voice prompts
The
RNIB Accord gives voice prompts in a clear, natural,
English male voice to indicate battery, Bluetooth,
charging and software update status. It will also speak
when headphones, a USB stick, or an SD card are
connected/disconnected and when a control button is
pressed, (for example, “Volume up”, “Play”, “Power on”).
Bookmarking
Bookmarking
of your last position is automatic when the player is
paused or stopped. When the USB stick is removed and
reinserted the player will automatically start playing at
the point you left off. The player can bookmark hundreds
of individual USB sticks. You cannot add multiple
bookmarks to a USB stick.
For
more details about this product, check the product
instructions manual (in the User Guides tab) to help you
decide if this product is suitable for you.
Specifications
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USB
player and Bluetooth speaker.
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Plays
MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick).
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Large,
tactile volume control buttons.
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Chapter
skip function (forwards and backwards).
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Book
skip (forward) function.
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Automatic
bookmarking.
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Wireless
and wired charging ability.
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USB-A
port on top of device to read USB sticks.
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MicroSD
slot for additional input and also for software updates
(on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use).
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3.5mm
jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth
headphones).
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Lanyard
attached for security when carrying.
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Size:
93mm diameter × 114mm high (3.66 × 4.49 inches).
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Weight:
384g (13.55oz).
Technical
specifications
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Bluetooth
5.0 connectivity (10m range)
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Two
passive, mono sub-woofer speakers.
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Speakers:
mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz,
S/N ratio > 80dB
Battery
information
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Rechargeable
2000mAh Li battery
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Charges
fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging
pad).
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Playing
time without recharging: five to six hours.
·???????
Battery
low indication (voice announcement).
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Please
note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging
on the wireless pad.
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QI
wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to
assist with correct orientation?supplied.
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USB-C
port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber
cover when not in use).
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Two
USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ×?50cm, one × 82cm).
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Please
note, USB power adaptor is not supplied.
Important
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The
device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the
wireless pad, this is normal. However, you should not
leave the device on the pad for extended periods as this
can overheat the battery and degrade the battery life.
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The
device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect
the ports. These should be removed before first use.
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Please
retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the
product.
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This
product is returnable within 14 days from purchase date.
Warranty
Two-year
manufacturer’s warranty.
This item is
eligible for VAT exemption.
Barcode:?DH472
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We always
include large print instructions. Download other formats
from our user guides section or select below if you want
them sent to you.
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David Goldfield,
Blindness Assistive
Technology Specialist
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