The Colorino is a small, hand-held device that has only two buttons. The device can detect and differentiate among 150 different shades of color. It is able to differentiate between natural and artificial sources of light as well as detect light
Purpose
- The purpose of the Colorino is to detect more than 150 colors and announce then in a clear voice. It is also able to detect and notify you if you left the light on in a room. The device offers an earphone jack to plug-in earphones for more privacy as well as three-volume levels.
- Skills include: physical, cognitive, tactile, and auditory
- To identify colors press the button closest to the speaker, while holding the wide end against any object. The device will then announce the color of the object in a clear voice.
- To detect light sources, press the button farthest from the speaker. The device will then emit an acoustic signal, based on your distance from the light source.
- The Colorino can be used by the low vision population.
- Pros-The device is able to provide the low vision population the ability to independently identify colors. The device can also detect a lack of light source, which can improve safety.
- Cons- The device is not always correct; it has times as difficulty identifying dark colors at times.
Availability
- The device can be order from: http://www.maxiaids.com/store/prodView.asp?idproduct=4874&gclid=CKTW0PHNuLACFQUEnQodmW6f8w
- Price: $156.59; Item #: 306044; Address: Maxi-Aids, Inc., 42 Executive Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 11735 USA; Fax number: 1-631-752-0689; Telephone number: 1-800-522-6294
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