The Franklin Bill Reader is a handheld device for the blind and visually impaired. It uses Evolution Robotics’ ViPR (Visual Pattern Recognition) object recognition and identification technology with an imbedded digital camera and speaker to immediately determine the denominations of U.S. paper currency.
Hold the BR-1000 over a single U.S. dollar bill (each bill must be identified one at a time), with the camera lens pointing towards the bill and approximately 3 to 8-inches away from the bill. Press the large CAPTURE button in the top corner of the unit to take a picture of the bill, determine the denomination and speak the value of the note in English or Spanish. It is capable of identifying all current and recent versions/designs of U.S. paper currency, including the One Dollar bill, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100 bills.
Specifications:
- Uses two AAA batteries
- Battery Life is approximately 1000 scans or about 200 days in standby mode
- Size: 79mm x 42mm x 20 mm
This item is available for a 30-day loan to Indiana residents. Visit www.eastersealstech.com and click on “Equipment Loan Library” for more information.
Great concept- how do I order one and how much are they?
You can find one of the Franklin Bill Reader’s from their website: http://www.franklin.com/estore/product/br-1000/