The following is a list of equipment that helps people with disabilities to use library resources. Please check with the library location to ensure availability of the equipment.
Public use computers | Text magnification
- All locations have at least one computer with a 20" monitor and track ball.
- All public computers with internet access have Screen Magnifier (ADA) software.
Text Magnification Machines for Use in the Library
- Mini Reader System by Magnisight, Inc. Available at the Pleasant Hill Library. A portable CCTV designed to magify text for individuals with low vision. It is a camera with roller stand which the user places directly on the material to be viewed. Magification ranges from 4 to 20 times.
- Optelec Spectrum (no model number) Available at the El Cerrito Library.
A closed-circuit television (CCTV) system, it uses a stand-mounted video camera to project a magnified image onto a 20 inch color monitor. It magnifies up to 70x. It has focus, contrast and brightness control, and background and foreground color options. This system was received in 1998.
- Optelec Spectrum 517xl Available at the Moraga Library.
One places the reading material on a platform that moves. It projects the text onto a monitor, enlarging it to about 3 inch letters. (Gift from an anonymous donor).
- Optelec Spectrum (no model number) Available at the Orinda Library.
One places the reading material on a platform that moves. It projects the text onto a monitor, enlarging it to about 3 inch letters. (Gift from a convalescent hospital)
All community libraries have applications for patrons to register with the California State Library Braille and Talking Book Library to have tapes and equipment made available to them.