FW: tech-vi Announce List] For Users of The Victor Reader Stream 3: What's New in Version 1.1
Just in on the TechVi list.? Good to see chapter support as one
of the things we've been waiting for incorporated at last.
I want to see what's coming to support BBC streaming - on this
and other players.
Ray.
What's
in 1.1?!
Hi
all!
A list of what's new and what's fixed in 1.1. :)
NEW
FEATURES
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Daisy
Online (DOD):
This is what's used in a lot of countries around the
world to access libraries. We are supporting basic DOD,
which allows for downloading books and returning them.
Search and dynamic menus will be introduced in 1.2.
Audio/Highlight
bookmarks:
Two very well liked features on the Stream 2, they're
back! Please note that they require the use of an SD
card to store them.
Internet
Radio Recording:
This feature from the Stream 2 is now implemented on the
3.
Chapter
navigation in podcasts:
A much requested feature, we're happy to introduce it!
Changing
the secondary TTS directly on the device:
Currently, the main (system) language can only be
changed using one of the packages on our website. We
have one per locale (mostly one per language, with
notable exceptions being English that have three flavors
(US-UK-AU), French (EU and CA), and Spanish (NA and EU),
as well as Dutch. You can select any other voice you'd
like as your secondary TTS in any language, it doesn't
have to be the same language as the main system voice.
In 1.2, we will introduce switching the voices for the
main system language as well.
End
of book notification:
There is now an option to have a light beep or a spoken
message at the end of the book.
Localizations:
Packages are now available in English, French, Spanish,
Danish, Dutch, Italian, Norwegian, Polish and Swedish.
More languages will be available in the future.
BUGS
FIXED
WIFI
instability:
An issue that caused some WIFI disconnects when using
SSIDs with certain lengths has been fixed. Wifi signal
strength should also be more accurate.
BARD
book download failures:
Same issue as the WIFI issue, also fixed.
Internet
Playlist import crash:
This should now work properly.
Bookshare
books not resetting the idle timer:
There was an issue where reading a Bookshare book for 30
minutes would turn off the device, this has been
resolved.
Bookshare
book crashes:
We believe we've fixed most of it, but it's possible
certain corner cases remain, don't hesitate to flag
those and submit a bug report.
Reading
positions in books not being remembered after a
shutdown:
The device should now remember where you were at in your
books prior to shutting down.
Podcast
episodes sorting:
Podcasts should now be listed in order of publication
date.
Notes
consolidation:
Notes consolidation now acts as it did on the Stream 2.
Podcast
search results:
There is now a "next page" if there are more than 200
results.
Bookshelf:
The bookshelf you were on before shutting down or going
to the settings menu should we the one you land on after
booting or exiting the settings menu.
There
are several more minor bugfixes also included, but I
won't list them all here as they were really just minor
things.
But
here you go! As a reminder, the update will be available
over-the-air Tuesday next week during the day.
Woohoo!
Mathieu
Paquette
Product
Manager
Humanware
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? ? ?David Goldfield
Assistive Technology Specialist
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
Thanks for that info ray. The podcast you mention is it called double tap Canada? Best Mrs Villa
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----- Original Message ----- 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 Double Tap podcast. <> 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. Original Source <> 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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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* ¡¤USB player and Bluetooth speaker. ¡¤Plays MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick). ¡¤Large, tactile volume control buttons. ¡¤Chapter skip function (forwards and backwards). ¡¤Book skip (forward) function. ¡¤Automatic bookmarking. ¡¤Wireless and wired charging ability. ¡¤USB-A port on top of device to read USB sticks. ¡¤MicroSD slot for additional input and also for software updates (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤3.5mm jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones). ¡¤Lanyard attached for security when carrying. ¡¤Size: 93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches). ¡¤Weight: 384g (13.55oz). *Technical specifications* ¡¤Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity (10m range) ¡¤Two passive, mono sub-woofer speakers. ¡¤Speakers: mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N ratio > 80dB *Battery information* ¡¤Rechargeable 2000mAh Li battery ¡¤Charges fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad). ¡¤Playing time without recharging: five to six hours. ¡¤Battery low indication (voice announcement). ¡¤Please note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the wireless pad. ¡¤QI wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist with correct orientationsupplied. ¡¤USB-C port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤Two USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á50cm, one ¡Á 82cm). ¡¤Please note, USB power adaptor is not supplied. *Important* ¡¤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. ¡¤The device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the ports. These should be removed before first use. ¡¤Please retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the product. ¡¤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 ¡¤*We always include large print instructions. Download other formats from our user guides section or select below if you want them sent to you.*** David Goldfield, Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist JAWS Certified, 2022 <> NVDA Certified Expert <> Subscribe to the Tech-VI announcement list to receive news, events and information regarding the blindness assistive technology field. Email: [email protected] <mailto: [email protected]> www.DavidGoldfield.com <>
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
Yes, I¡¯m sure of it. I don¡¯t think that player is going to be clever enough to do that, at that price. ? All the best
Steve
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Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 5:30 PM
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Subject: Re: [dap-uk] FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord? Hi Steve, Would this be the case even if the chapter markers are added to the MP3 prior to rendering? Cheers, Ed On 28 April 2023 10:42:54 "Steve Nutt via groups.io" <steve@...> wrote: No, it has no support for podcasts. In order to get the chapters of a podcast, it would need to refer to the RSS feed, and I¡¯m pretty sure it¡¯s not that advanced. ? All the best
Steve
? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of claire amoroso
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 9:30 AM
To: [email protected]; vi-genaccess@...
Subject: Re: [dap-uk] FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord ? This indeed looks like a good device at a reasonable price. However, I think the chapter forwards and backwards feature refers to skipping to the next or previous chapter or file on a folder on a USB stick, not to Podcast chapters.
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. ?
? 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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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 ¡¤??????? USB player and Bluetooth speaker. ¡¤??????? Plays MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick). ¡¤??????? Large, tactile volume control buttons. ¡¤??????? Chapter skip function (forwards and backwards). ¡¤??????? Book skip (forward) function. ¡¤??????? Automatic bookmarking. ¡¤??????? Wireless and wired charging ability. ¡¤??????? USB-A port on top of device to read USB sticks. ¡¤??????? MicroSD slot for additional input and also for software updates (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤??????? 3.5mm jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones). ¡¤??????? Lanyard attached for security when carrying. ¡¤??????? Size: 93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches). ¡¤??????? Weight: 384g (13.55oz). Technical specifications ¡¤??????? Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity (10m range) ¡¤??????? Two passive, mono sub-woofer speakers. ¡¤??????? Speakers: mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N ratio > 80dB Battery information ¡¤??????? Rechargeable 2000mAh Li battery ¡¤??????? Charges fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad). ¡¤??????? Playing time without recharging: five to six hours. ¡¤??????? Battery low indication (voice announcement). ¡¤??????? Please note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the wireless pad. ¡¤??????? QI wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist with correct orientation?supplied. ¡¤??????? USB-C port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤??????? Two USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm). ¡¤??????? Please note, USB power adaptor is not supplied. Important ¡¤??????? 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. ¡¤??????? The device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the ports. These should be removed before first use. ¡¤??????? Please retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the product. ¡¤??????? 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 ¡¤??????? We always include large print instructions. Download other formats from our user guides section or select below if you want them sent to you. ? ? David Goldfield, Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
? Subscribe to the Tech-VI announcement list to receive news, events and information regarding the blindness assistive technology field. Email: [email protected]
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
Hi Steve,
Would this be the case even if the chapter markers are added to the MP3 prior to rendering?
Cheers,
Ed
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On 28 April 2023 10:42:54 "Steve Nutt via groups.io" <steve@...> wrote:
No, it has no support for podcasts. In order to get the chapters of a podcast, it would need to refer to the RSS feed, and I¡¯m pretty sure it¡¯s not that advanced. ? All the best
Steve
? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of claire amoroso
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 9:30 AM
To: [email protected]; vi-genaccess@...
Subject: Re: [dap-uk] FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord ? This indeed looks like a good device at a reasonable price. However, I think the chapter forwards and backwards feature refers to skipping to the next or previous chapter or file on a folder on a USB stick, not to Podcast chapters.
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. ?
? 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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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 ¡¤??????? USB player and Bluetooth speaker. ¡¤??????? Plays MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick). ¡¤??????? Large, tactile volume control buttons. ¡¤??????? Chapter skip function (forwards and backwards). ¡¤??????? Book skip (forward) function. ¡¤??????? Automatic bookmarking. ¡¤??????? Wireless and wired charging ability. ¡¤??????? USB-A port on top of device to read USB sticks. ¡¤??????? MicroSD slot for additional input and also for software updates (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤??????? 3.5mm jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones). ¡¤??????? Lanyard attached for security when carrying. ¡¤??????? Size: 93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches). ¡¤??????? Weight: 384g (13.55oz). Technical specifications ¡¤??????? Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity (10m range) ¡¤??????? Two passive, mono sub-woofer speakers. ¡¤??????? Speakers: mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N ratio > 80dB Battery information ¡¤??????? Rechargeable 2000mAh Li battery ¡¤??????? Charges fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad). ¡¤??????? Playing time without recharging: five to six hours. ¡¤??????? Battery low indication (voice announcement). ¡¤??????? Please note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the wireless pad. ¡¤??????? QI wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist with correct orientation?supplied. ¡¤??????? USB-C port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤??????? Two USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm). ¡¤??????? Please note, USB power adaptor is not supplied. Important ¡¤??????? 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. ¡¤??????? The device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the ports. These should be removed before first use. ¡¤??????? Please retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the product. ¡¤??????? 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 ¡¤??????? We always include large print instructions. Download other formats from our user guides section or select below if you want them sent to you. ? ? David Goldfield, Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
? Subscribe to the Tech-VI announcement list to receive news, events and information regarding the blindness assistive technology field. Email: [email protected]
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
No, Chapter support is just a posh way of saying it can jump to the next file. ? All the best
Steve
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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Rea Lists
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 8:53 AM
To: vi-genaccess@...; [email protected]
Subject: [dap-uk] FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord? 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. ?
? 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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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 1.?????? USB player and Bluetooth speaker. 2.?????? Plays MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick). 3.?????? Large, tactile volume control buttons. 4.?????? Chapter skip function (forwards and backwards). 5.?????? Book skip (forward) function. 6.?????? Automatic bookmarking. 7.?????? Wireless and wired charging ability. 8.?????? USB-A port on top of device to read USB sticks. 9.?????? MicroSD slot for additional input and also for software updates (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). 10.?? 3.5mm jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones). 11.?? Lanyard attached for security when carrying. 12.?? Size: 93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches). 13.?? Weight: 384g (13.55oz). Technical specifications 1.?????? Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity (10m range) 2.?????? Two passive, mono sub-woofer speakers. 3.?????? Speakers: mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N ratio > 80dB Battery information 1.?????? Rechargeable 2000mAh Li battery 2.?????? Charges fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad). 3.?????? Playing time without recharging: five to six hours. 4.?????? Battery low indication (voice announcement). 5.?????? Please note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the wireless pad. 6.?????? QI wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist with correct orientation?supplied. 7.?????? USB-C port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). 8.?????? Two USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm). 9.?????? Please note, USB power adaptor is not supplied. Important 1.?????? 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. 2.?????? The device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the ports. These should be removed before first use. 3.?????? Please retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the product. 4.?????? 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 1.?????? We always include large print instructions. Download other formats from our user guides section or select below if you want them sent to you. ? ? David Goldfield, Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
? Subscribe to the Tech-VI announcement list to receive news, events and information regarding the blindness assistive technology field. Email: [email protected]
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
No, it has no support for podcasts. In order to get the chapters of a podcast, it would need to refer to the RSS feed, and I¡¯m pretty sure it¡¯s not that advanced. ? All the best
Steve
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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of claire amoroso
Sent: Friday, April 28, 2023 9:30 AM
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Subject: Re: [dap-uk] FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord? This indeed looks like a good device at a reasonable price. However, I think the chapter forwards and backwards feature refers to skipping to the next or previous chapter or file on a folder on a USB stick, not to Podcast chapters.
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. ?
? 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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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 ¡¤??????? USB player and Bluetooth speaker. ¡¤??????? Plays MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick). ¡¤??????? Large, tactile volume control buttons. ¡¤??????? Chapter skip function (forwards and backwards). ¡¤??????? Book skip (forward) function. ¡¤??????? Automatic bookmarking. ¡¤??????? Wireless and wired charging ability. ¡¤??????? USB-A port on top of device to read USB sticks. ¡¤??????? MicroSD slot for additional input and also for software updates (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤??????? 3.5mm jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones). ¡¤??????? Lanyard attached for security when carrying. ¡¤??????? Size: 93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches). ¡¤??????? Weight: 384g (13.55oz). Technical specifications ¡¤??????? Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity (10m range) ¡¤??????? Two passive, mono sub-woofer speakers. ¡¤??????? Speakers: mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N ratio > 80dB Battery information ¡¤??????? Rechargeable 2000mAh Li battery ¡¤??????? Charges fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad). ¡¤??????? Playing time without recharging: five to six hours. ¡¤??????? Battery low indication (voice announcement). ¡¤??????? Please note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the wireless pad. ¡¤??????? QI wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist with correct orientation?supplied. ¡¤??????? USB-C port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use). ¡¤??????? Two USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm). ¡¤??????? Please note, USB power adaptor is not supplied. Important ¡¤??????? 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. ¡¤??????? The device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the ports. These should be removed before first use. ¡¤??????? Please retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the product. ¡¤??????? 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 ¡¤??????? We always include large print instructions. Download other formats from our user guides section or select below if you want them sent to you. ? ? David Goldfield, Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
Thanks for the clarification Claire.? I should have known the
"chapter" feature as I interpreted it was too good to be true!
Ray.
On 28/04/2023 09:29 am, claire amoroso
wrote:
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Hi Ray?
This indeed looks like a good device at a
reasonable price.
However, I think the chapter forwards and
backwards feature refers to skipping to the next or
previous chapter or file on a folder on a USB stick, not
to Podcast chapters.
Claire?
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.
?
?
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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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
¡¤???????
USB
player and Bluetooth speaker.
¡¤???????
Plays
MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick).
¡¤???????
Large,
tactile volume control buttons.
¡¤???????
Chapter
skip function (forwards and backwards).
¡¤???????
Book
skip (forward) function.
¡¤???????
Automatic
bookmarking.
¡¤???????
Wireless
and wired charging ability.
¡¤???????
USB-A
port on top of device to read USB sticks.
¡¤???????
MicroSD
slot for additional input and also for software updates
(on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use).
¡¤???????
3.5mm
jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth
headphones).
¡¤???????
Lanyard
attached for security when carrying.
¡¤???????
Size:
93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches).
¡¤???????
Weight:
384g (13.55oz).
Technical
specifications
¡¤???????
Bluetooth
5.0 connectivity (10m range)
¡¤???????
Two
passive, mono sub-woofer speakers.
¡¤???????
Speakers:
mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz,
S/N ratio > 80dB
Battery
information
¡¤???????
Rechargeable
2000mAh Li battery
¡¤???????
Charges
fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging
pad).
¡¤???????
Playing
time without recharging: five to six hours.
¡¤???????
Battery
low indication (voice announcement).
¡¤???????
Please
note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging
on the wireless pad.
¡¤???????
QI
wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to
assist with correct orientation?supplied.
¡¤???????
USB-C
port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber
cover when not in use).
¡¤???????
Two
USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm).
¡¤???????
Please
note, USB power adaptor is not supplied.
Important
¡¤???????
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.
¡¤???????
The
device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect
the ports. These should be removed before first use.
¡¤???????
Please
retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the
product.
¡¤???????
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
¡¤???????
We always
include large print instructions. Download other formats
from our user guides section or select below if you want
them sent to you.
?
?
David Goldfield,
Blindness Assistive
Technology Specialist
?
Subscribe to the Tech-VI
announcement list to receive news, events and information
regarding the blindness assistive technology field.
Email:
[email protected]
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Re: FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
Hi Ray?
This indeed looks like a good device at a reasonable price.
However, I think the chapter forwards and backwards feature refers to skipping to the next or previous chapter or file on a folder on a USB stick, not to Podcast chapters.
Claire?
toggle quoted message
Show quoted text
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.
?
?
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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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
¡¤???????
USB player and Bluetooth speaker.
¡¤???????
Plays MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick).
¡¤???????
Large, tactile volume control buttons.
¡¤???????
Chapter skip function (forwards and backwards).
¡¤???????
Book skip (forward) function.
¡¤???????
Automatic bookmarking.
¡¤???????
Wireless and wired charging ability.
¡¤???????
USB-A port on top of device to read USB sticks.
¡¤???????
MicroSD slot for additional input and also for software updates (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use).
¡¤???????
3.5mm jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones).
¡¤???????
Lanyard attached for security when carrying.
¡¤???????
Size: 93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches).
¡¤???????
Weight: 384g (13.55oz).
Technical specifications
¡¤???????
Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity (10m range)
¡¤???????
Two passive, mono sub-woofer speakers.
¡¤???????
Speakers: mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N ratio > 80dB
Battery information
¡¤???????
Rechargeable 2000mAh Li battery
¡¤???????
Charges fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad).
¡¤???????
Playing time without recharging: five to six hours.
¡¤???????
Battery low indication (voice announcement).
¡¤???????
Please note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on the wireless pad.
¡¤???????
QI wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist with correct orientation?supplied.
¡¤???????
USB-C port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover when not in use).
¡¤???????
Two USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm).
¡¤???????
Please note, USB power adaptor is not supplied.
Important
¡¤???????
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.
¡¤???????
The device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the ports. These should be removed before first use.
¡¤???????
Please retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the product.
¡¤???????
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
¡¤???????
We always include large print instructions. Download other formats from our user guides section or select
below if you want them sent to you.
?
?
David Goldfield,
Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
?
Subscribe to the Tech-VI announcement list to receive news, events and information regarding the blindness assistive technology field.
Email:
[email protected]
?
|
FW: [tech-vi Announce List] From the RNIB: New Book Player/Bluetooth Speaker: the RNIB Accord
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.
?
?
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 ¨C 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 ¨C 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
¡¤??????? USB
player and Bluetooth speaker.
¡¤??????? Plays
MP3 and WMA files (up to 32GB USB stick).
¡¤??????? Large,
tactile volume control buttons.
¡¤??????? Chapter
skip function (forwards and backwards).
¡¤??????? Book
skip (forward) function.
¡¤??????? Automatic
bookmarking.
¡¤??????? Wireless
and wired charging ability.
¡¤??????? USB-A
port on top of device to read USB sticks.
¡¤??????? MicroSD
slot for additional input and also for software updates (on
top of device, with rubber cover when not in use).
¡¤??????? 3.5mm
jack for headphones (not for use with Bluetooth headphones).
¡¤??????? Lanyard
attached for security when carrying.
¡¤??????? Size:
93mm diameter ¡Á 114mm high (3.66 ¡Á 4.49 inches).
¡¤??????? Weight:
384g (13.55oz).
Technical
specifications
¡¤??????? Bluetooth
5.0 connectivity (10m range)
¡¤??????? Two
passive, mono sub-woofer speakers.
¡¤??????? Speakers:
mega bass, three-inch diameter, 4 ohm, 5W 150-Hz/-18KHz, S/N
ratio > 80dB
Battery
information
¡¤??????? Rechargeable
2000mAh Li battery
¡¤??????? Charges
fully in under three hours (on the QI wireless charging pad).
¡¤??????? Playing
time without recharging: five to six hours.
¡¤??????? Battery
low indication (voice announcement).
¡¤??????? Please
note, the device will feel warm to the touch when charging on
the wireless pad.
¡¤??????? QI
wireless charge pad with USB-C port and rubber feet to assist
with correct orientation?supplied.
¡¤??????? USB-C
port for wired charging (on top of device, with rubber cover
when not in use).
¡¤??????? Two
USB-C to USB-A cables supplied (one ¡Á?50cm, one ¡Á 82cm).
¡¤??????? Please
note, USB power adaptor is not supplied.
Important
¡¤??????? 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.
¡¤??????? The
device will arrive with rubber covers inserted to protect the
ports. These should be removed before first use.
¡¤??????? Please
retain packaging until you're sure you'd like to keep the
product.
¡¤??????? 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
¡¤??????? We always
include large print instructions. Download other formats
from our user guides section or select below if you want
them sent to you.
?
?
David
Goldfield,
Blindness
Assistive Technology Specialist
?
Subscribe to
the Tech-VI announcement list to receive news, events and
information regarding the blindness assistive technology
field.
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Hi David,
You are right, the Milestone doesn't support any UK online libraries at this point.
All the best
Steve
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of David Griffith via groups.io Sent: Thursday, April 6, 2023 11:17 PM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [dap-uk] milestone questions I don't have a Milestone but as far as I am aware none of the Libraries in the UK provide online access yet through specialist players except for possibly RNIB Bookshare. I have a subscription to International Bookshare which I can certainly access through my Trek which works well. Paul Porter from RNIB talked in the Sight and Sound SensePlayer webinar about "working" with Hims to provide Daisy Online support for RNIB Reading in that player. However, I would have thought that once the RNIB genuinely adopted the Daisy online protocol this would fairly automatically extend Daisy Online support to all the specialist players that support this protocol. it should be possible to include on all players which support Daisy Online, that is Victor Reader devices, Evo devices and I presume Milestone if it also supports Daisy and other Online library features. David Griffith -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Adrien Sent: Thursday, April 6, 2023 5:53 PM To: discussion@... Cc: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] milestone questions Hi I have a couple of questions regarding my milestone. I have recently installed the up-date to the milestone 312 wifi. Everything works fine apart from the on-line book library, it says no active database, is there a file missing? Are any of our uk libraries on there yet, calibre etc? For those who are interested they are now on version 6.5 and a few things have been moved, the on-line library is with the books under books, and there are a few other minor changes. Regards Adrien
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I don't have a Milestone but as far as I am aware none of the Libraries in the UK provide online access yet through specialist players except for possibly RNIB Bookshare. I have a subscription to International Bookshare which I can certainly access through my Trek which works well.
Paul Porter from RNIB talked in the Sight and Sound SensePlayer webinar about "working" with Hims to provide Daisy Online support for RNIB Reading in that player.
However, I would have thought that once the RNIB genuinely adopted the Daisy online protocol this would fairly automatically extend Daisy Online support to all the specialist players that support this protocol. it should be possible to include on all players which support Daisy Online, that is Victor Reader devices, Evo devices and I presume Milestone if it also supports Daisy and other Online library features.
David Griffith
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Adrien Sent: Thursday, April 6, 2023 5:53 PM To: discussion@... Cc: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] milestone questions Hi I have a couple of questions regarding my milestone. I have recently installed the up-date to the milestone 312 wifi. Everything works fine apart from the on-line book library, it says no active database, is there a file missing? Are any of our uk libraries on there yet, calibre etc? For those who are interested they are now on version 6.5 and a few things have been moved, the on-line library is with the books under books, and there are a few other minor changes. Regards Adrien
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Hi
I have a couple of questions regarding my milestone. I have recently installed the up-date to the milestone 312 wifi. Everything works fine apart from the on-line book library, it says no active database, is there a file missing? Are any of our uk libraries on there yet, calibre etc?
For those who are interested they are now on version 6.5 and a few things have been moved, the on-line library is with the books under books, and there are a few other minor changes.
Regards
Adrien
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Re: milestone ace and book shelves
Hi Steve
I have books in my audible folder on internal memory and rnib books on the sd card, when I go to book shelf it is as if they are in one long row, I wonder if bones could put in a jump or search facility, I have nearly 400 books on the book shelf. If you could jump perhaps ten books or something like that. But it would be better if the two book shelves were separate, use the rec or mode buttons to go between book shelves. Same as they have done under audio.
Regards
Adrien
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Nutt Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 11:32 AM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [dap-uk] milestone ace and book shelves Hi Adrian, That's weird, if I select External Memory on mine, I only seem to get books that are on my external memory. I'll do further testing though and come back on this. All the best Steve -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of adrien collins Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 12:08 AM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] milestone ace and book shelves Hi I have up-dated my milestone with the latest firmware, 6.5. I still can't work out an easy way to organise the book shelf. I have loads and loads of rnib talking books on an sd card and several audible books on the internal memory. When I go to book shelf, I seem to have to go through them all to get to a particular book. It would be nice if like on the audio on the milestone if internal memory and external memory were separate book shelves. Also some way of searching. You can get a lot of books on a 128 gb sd card. Regards Adrien -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Pele West Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2023 9:27 AM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] More Questions Hi Mathieu Thanks for joining this list and answering our questions so promptly. You say you are in contact with the BBC, which is great. Do you have any plans to talk to other groups in the UK who have now changed their stream formats, such as the owners of Absolute Radio, or are they using the same technology as the new Stream? By the way, I like the folder structure on the Stream. Pele West
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Re: milestone ace and book shelves
Hi Adrian,
That's weird, if I select External Memory on mine, I only seem to get books that are on my external memory.
I'll do further testing though and come back on this.
All the best
Steve
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of adrien collins Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 12:08 AM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] milestone ace and book shelves Hi I have up-dated my milestone with the latest firmware, 6.5. I still can't work out an easy way to organise the book shelf. I have loads and loads of rnib talking books on an sd card and several audible books on the internal memory. When I go to book shelf, I seem to have to go through them all to get to a particular book. It would be nice if like on the audio on the milestone if internal memory and external memory were separate book shelves. Also some way of searching. You can get a lot of books on a 128 gb sd card. Regards Adrien -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Pele West Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2023 9:27 AM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] More Questions Hi Mathieu Thanks for joining this list and answering our questions so promptly. You say you are in contact with the BBC, which is great. Do you have any plans to talk to other groups in the UK who have now changed their stream formats, such as the owners of Absolute Radio, or are they using the same technology as the new Stream? By the way, I like the folder structure on the Stream. Pele West
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milestone ace and book shelves
Hi
I have up-dated my milestone with the latest firmware, 6.5. I still can't work out an easy way to organise the book shelf. I have loads and loads of rnib talking books on an sd card and several audible books on the internal memory. When I go to book shelf, I seem to have to go through them all to get to a particular book. It would be nice if like on the audio on the milestone if internal memory and external memory were separate book shelves. Also some way of searching. You can get a lot of books on a 128 gb sd card.
Regards
Adrien
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Pele West Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2023 9:27 AM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] More Questions Hi Mathieu Thanks for joining this list and answering our questions so promptly. You say you are in contact with the BBC, which is great. Do you have any plans to talk to other groups in the UK who have now changed their stream formats, such as the owners of Absolute Radio, or are they using the same technology as the new Stream? By the way, I like the folder structure on the Stream. Pele West
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Re: Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer
Hi Mathew
I myself have decided not to buy one of the new streams until they have
ironed out most of the bugs, plus I can't afford it right now, but reading
some of the messages on the other group, there seems to be a few bugs so
will just wait a while.
Regards
Adrien
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Mathieu Sent: Monday, March 27, 2023 12:17 AM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [dap-uk] Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer Hi David, While it is true that there are a few bugs with the Stream 3, I wouldn't say "crammed with bugs". There are a few rough edges, and we're working on smoothing them out. I can tell you that the release date of the Stream 3 was decided before HIMS announced their player. It was not a factor, nor did it "rush" anything on our end. I just came back from CSUN last week and I saw the HIMS player, it does seem like a nifty little machine. It has pros and cons, just like the Victor does. At that point, it becomes a matter of user preference! The Stream 3 is not out in the UK yet, indeed, it was launched only in the US. The worldwide release will be done in April. For your info, we're also working with RNIB for support later this year. Audible and BBC Sounds is also being worked on. I actually have a meeting with the BBC scheduled tomorrow! Thank you. Mathieu Paquette Product Manager Humanware -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of David Griffith via groups.io Sent: Sunday, March 26, 2023 5:04 PM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer EXTERNAL EMAIL - Be vigilant with attachments and clickable links. COURRIEL EXTERNE - Attention aux pi¨¨ces jointes et aux liens cliquables. I have pre-ordered the new SensePlayer from Hinns. Although I have not received mine I have heard that some have received it already? From reading on the Victor Reader lists the panic induced by the release of the Hinns SensePlayer has caused a bit of a dogs dinner with the early release of the victor Rader 3 Firmware which seems crammed with bugs and not really fit for release. Still it is not even being advertised on the HumanWare UK site when I checked last night. Only the Stream 2 and trek were purchased options. Anyway has anybody received the SensePlayer yet and got any first impressions? I am looking forward to being able to use VoiceDream Reader via smart connect from my iPhone in addition to the player capabilities. Apparently both BBC Sounds and Audible will be added as app op[options in the summer as these bespoke apps will b ported across from the Braille Sense where apparently they already work. David Griffith David Griffith.
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Re: Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer
Sorry to disagree Matthew and I fully respect your right even obligation to
defend your product.
I may even buy one as well as the Hinns once things are ironed out.
However I am a observer on the list and have heard of multiple issue.
These are not minor.
The inability of the Stream to continue playing text content for more than
half an hour without being plugged in and crashing off has been reported by
multiple contributors and is particularly serious, especially as you then have
apparently to not just turn the Stream back on but re-trawl through all the text
content to relocate where you are.
I won't check back through all the posts but I remember Difficulties in
importing Internet Radio playlist as from memory has problems about recompiling
Podcast lists from opml files from other victor devices.
I cannot quote all the other issues reported but these are the ones which spring
to mind.
I really hope that all this is ironed out and I have supported Victor Reader
products for years on other list but I am surprised that bugs of this kind were
not detected before release and it does really smack to me of a rush to release
without proper quality control and testing to make sure these issues did not
arise on release.
Fore example, did nobody try reading a text based book for more than half an
hour on battery to detect the crash bug?
David Griffith
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Mathieu Sent: Monday, March 27, 2023 12:17 AM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [dap-uk] Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer Hi David, While it is true that there are a few bugs with the Stream 3, I wouldn't say "crammed with bugs". There are a few rough edges, and we're working on smoothing them out. I can tell you that the release date of the Stream 3 was decided before HIMS announced their player. It was not a factor, nor did it "rush" anything on our end. I just came back from CSUN last week and I saw the HIMS player, it does seem like a nifty little machine. It has pros and cons, just like the Victor does. At that point, it becomes a matter of user preference! The Stream 3 is not out in the UK yet, indeed, it was launched only in the US. The worldwide release will be done in April. For your info, we're also working with RNIB for support later this year. Audible and BBC Sounds is also being worked on. I actually have a meeting with the BBC scheduled tomorrow! Thank you. Mathieu Paquette Product Manager Humanware -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of David Griffith via groups.io Sent: Sunday, March 26, 2023 5:04 PM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer EXTERNAL EMAIL - Be vigilant with attachments and clickable links. COURRIEL EXTERNE - Attention aux pi¨¨ces jointes et aux liens cliquables. I have pre-ordered the new SensePlayer from Hinns. Although I have not received mine I have heard that some have received it already? From reading on the Victor Reader lists the panic induced by the release of the Hinns SensePlayer has caused a bit of a dogs dinner with the early release of the victor Rader 3 Firmware which seems crammed with bugs and not really fit for release. Still it is not even being advertised on the HumanWare UK site when I checked last night. Only the Stream 2 and trek were purchased options. Anyway has anybody received the SensePlayer yet and got any first impressions? I am looking forward to being able to use VoiceDream Reader via smart connect from my iPhone in addition to the player capabilities. Apparently both BBC Sounds and Audible will be added as app op[options in the summer as these bespoke apps will b ported across from the Braille Sense where apparently they already work. David Griffith David Griffith.
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Re: Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer
Hi David,
While it is true that there are a few bugs with the Stream 3, I wouldn't say "crammed with bugs". There are a few rough edges, and we're working on smoothing them out.
I can tell you that the release date of the Stream 3 was decided before HIMS announced their player. It was not a factor, nor did it "rush" anything on our end.
I just came back from CSUN last week and I saw the HIMS player, it does seem like a nifty little machine. It has pros and cons, just like the Victor does. At that point, it becomes a matter of user preference!
The Stream 3 is not out in the UK yet, indeed, it was launched only in the US. The worldwide release will be done in April.
For your info, we're also working with RNIB for support later this year. Audible and BBC Sounds is also being worked on. I actually have a meeting with the BBC scheduled tomorrow!
Thank you.
Mathieu Paquette
Product Manager
Humanware
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of David Griffith via groups.io Sent: Sunday, March 26, 2023 5:04 PM To: [email protected]Subject: [dap-uk] Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer EXTERNAL EMAIL - Be vigilant with attachments and clickable links. COURRIEL EXTERNE - Attention aux pi¨¨ces jointes et aux liens cliquables. I have pre-ordered the new SensePlayer from Hinns. Although I have not received mine I have heard that some have received it already? From reading on the Victor Reader lists the panic induced by the release of the Hinns SensePlayer has caused a bit of a dogs dinner with the early release of the victor Rader 3 Firmware which seems crammed with bugs and not really fit for release. Still it is not even being advertised on the HumanWare UK site when I checked last night. Only the Stream 2 and trek were purchased options. Anyway has anybody received the SensePlayer yet and got any first impressions? I am looking forward to being able to use VoiceDream Reader via smart connect from my iPhone in addition to the player capabilities. Apparently both BBC Sounds and Audible will be added as app op[options in the summer as these bespoke apps will b ported across from the Braille Sense where apparently they already work. David Griffith David Griffith.
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Hinns Daisy/Media SensePlayer
I have pre-ordered the new SensePlayer from Hinns.
Although I have not received mine I have heard that some have received it already?
From reading on the Victor Reader lists the panic induced by the release of the Hinns SensePlayer has caused a bit of a dogs dinner with the early release of the victor Rader 3 Firmware which seems crammed with bugs and not really fit for release.
Still it is not even being advertised on the HumanWare UK site when I checked last night. Only the Stream 2 and trek were purchased options.
Anyway has anybody received the SensePlayer yet and got any first impressions?
I am looking forward to being able to use VoiceDream Reader via smart connect from my iPhone in addition to the player capabilities.
Apparently both BBC Sounds and Audible will be added as app op[options in the summer as these bespoke apps will b ported across from the Braille Sense where apparently they already work.
David Griffith
David Griffith.
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Hi I just want to remind people about speakon. Speakon is a text based program for windows which is speech only, it allows visually impaired people to listen to music, podcasts, read rnib talking newspapers, and much more, it also has a radio player built in. I run the speakon user group, to subscribe to the group send a message to [email protected]You ca n find out more at Regards Adrien
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