Overview

Efficient access to information
Offering 40 Braille cells, an optional built-in screen reader and high range integrated Bluetooth technology, the ALVA Braille Controller 640 wirelessly connects to your computer, smart phone or tablet without having to install a driver.

Enjoy using a seamless Braille display
The ALVA BC640 guarantees a paper-like reading experience thanks to the seamless Braille caps and to the luxurious Braille cells.

Ideal mobile solution
The light, compact design makes the ALVA BC 640 your ideal companion while travelling. Take the ALVA BC640 with you, using the convenient carrying case, and effortlessly interact with your phone or computer.

Specifications

• 40 Braille cells: for reading
• One piece cell cap
• 40 cursor routing keys positioned below the Braille line
• Smartpad with 5-way navigation key and 4 function keys
• 5 navigation thumb keys
• 4 navigation keys
• 4 GB integrated memory
• Possibility to include your preferred screen reader on-board
• Integrated high range Bluetooth technology (within a range of 100 meters)
• Integrated Lithium Ion rechargeable battery: offering 10 hours continuous use with auto standby function
• High speed USB port
• Dimensions: 33.8 x 7.5 x 1.8 cm / 13.3 x 2.9 x 0.7 in
• Weight: 725 g / 1.6 lb

Screen Reader Compatibility v.4

Windows 7, 8 and 10 (32-bit and 64-bit):

• JAWS (version 10 and up)
• SuperNova
• Window-Eyes
• System Access To Go

Windows Vista and Windows XP:

• JAWS (version 10 and up)
• SuperNova
• Window-Eyes
• System Access To Go

Symbian:

• Mobile Speak
• Talks

Android:

• BrailleBack
• Mobile Accessibility

Apple Mac OS X Leopard, Lyon, Mountain Lyon and higher: VoiceOver

Apple iPod Touch, iPad and iPhone iOS 5.1 and higher: VoiceOver

Linux: BRLTTY

Screen Reader Compatibility v.4.1

Windows 10:

• JAWS (version 16 and up)
• SuperNova

Android:

• BrailleBack

Apple Mac OS X Leopard, Lyon, Mountain Lyon and higher: VoiceOver

Apple iPod Touch, iPad and iPhone iOS 11 and higher: VoiceOver

Linux: BRLTT

Downloads

Find the available downloads for this product here:

• ALVA BC640 & BC680 User Manual
• ALVA BC6xx Talks Driver for Symbian 9.xx
• ALVA BC640 and 680 Driver (Version 3.0.5.5)
• ALVA 6 Braille Contraction Tables Setup V1.1
• ALVA 6 series QUick Start Guide ENG v4 (PDF)
• ALVA 6 series Quick Start Guide ENG v4
• ALVA BC640 and BC680 Screen Reader Key Assignments
• ALVA 6 Software USB Stick Dolphin/JAWS V.4.1 for Windows 10
• ALVA 6 Software Setup Dolphin V4.0 for Windows 7 and 8
• ALVA 6 Software Setup JAWS V4.0.9.0 for Windows 7 and 8
• ALVA 6 Software Setup Window-Eyes v4 for Windows 7 and 8
• ALVA 6 CD V4 Dolphin/JAWS/Window-Eyes for Windows 7 and 8