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Produce Reviews - As a practicing doctor of optometry specializing in low vision and vision rehabilitation I will be reviewing various products that are made available to persons with vision impairment. I will be honest and also tell you if I would recommend the product to my patients. I do not receive any compensation for my reviews.
Ed Huggett, O.D.
Ed Huggett, O.D.
Electronic Magnifiers
EAZY READER
Smart Visions, LLC
EAZY READER®
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION - Developed by optometrist Dr. Thomas Dahlby to help people who cannot read standard size print due to vision impairment. Using a black and white video camera to display print from newspapers, magazines and books on your TV screen. The print will appear 5 to 10 times larger depending on the size of your TV screen. (from product packaging).
"I have personally tried the Eazy Reader and I was impressed! It is easy to set-up. One electrical plug, one plug into my TV set and turn the power switch on and it worked immediately! Although the image produced is not in color that was not a problem especially with the knowledge that I can order one for $149.00 online at EAZY READER.
It is lightweight so it will not cause you to become tired by holding it. It is self standing and can be used by persons with almost any problem causing low vision including macular degeneration and glaucoma. So, would I recommend it for MY patients? Two thumbs-up! Most definitely. For a patient needing a up to moderate magnification, wanting to read, not wanting to spend much but have a well-constructed video magnifier that is very easy to use this is the ticket!" Dr. Huggett
From the product insert:
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION - Developed by optometrist Dr. Thomas Dahlby to help people who cannot read standard size print due to vision impairment. Using a black and white video camera to display print from newspapers, magazines and books on your TV screen. The print will appear 5 to 10 times larger depending on the size of your TV screen. (from product packaging).
"I have personally tried the Eazy Reader and I was impressed! It is easy to set-up. One electrical plug, one plug into my TV set and turn the power switch on and it worked immediately! Although the image produced is not in color that was not a problem especially with the knowledge that I can order one for $149.00 online at EAZY READER.
It is lightweight so it will not cause you to become tired by holding it. It is self standing and can be used by persons with almost any problem causing low vision including macular degeneration and glaucoma. So, would I recommend it for MY patients? Two thumbs-up! Most definitely. For a patient needing a up to moderate magnification, wanting to read, not wanting to spend much but have a well-constructed video magnifier that is very easy to use this is the ticket!" Dr. Huggett
From the product insert:
EAZY READER® is the most affordable Video Reading Magnifier on the market. We designed the EAZY READER® to be as easy to use as possible. It weighs less than a pound and will plug into any television. You also have the option to plug the magnifier into your computer with a USB adapter.
DETAILS
- Weighs less than 4 ounces
- High Quality Sony® black-and-white digital camera
- Camera adjusts automatically to different levels of lighting
- Durable clear composite casing
- Video output plug-in
- Works with any television with a video input socket (yellow on most TVs)
- Will work with your computer if you have a USB adapter (available from us)
- 6 foot Power/Television cord (length can be extended if necessary)
- Stands up on its own for hands free reading
- No batteries needed - saves you the cost and hassle of buying batteries. Environmentally friendly.
Contact information:
Smart Vision LLC
POB 996
La Crosse, WI 54602
Telephone: 866-916-1596