LexCam

LexCam connected to laptop computer running Lex software displaying captured text in large print and hight contrast.

What is the LexCam?

LexCam is designed to be used in conjunction with the Lex software. It is a highly portable camera system that gives dyslexic users near instant access to practically any physical document.

Weighing just 1.6 pounds it is the ideal portable solution for computer users of all ability levels.

Simply place your document under the camera, press Enter on your keyboard and a few seconds later, your document is being read aloud to you, in your chosen visualisation, text size, colour and formatting. Reading couldn't be easier!

Who is the LexCam for?

LexCam is for any computer user who has difficulty reading print text because of dyslexia or other learning disabilities or any person who wants near instant, easy and accurate bi-modal (hear the text as it is highlighted on the screen) access to printed documents.

LexCam has been specifically designed for the requirements of dyslexic students, business professionals and anyone on the move with a laptop PC.

LexCam could be your ideal system if the Lex software's features are useful, plus:

  • You need to read physical documents such as text books, letters, invoices, etc and are looking for something light weight and portable to enable you to read your documents more easily.
  • You are tired of using flatbed scanners which take a long time and require spines of books to be broken or ripped open in order to accurately scan them.

What are the LexCam's Benefits?

LexCam features many benefits over traditional dyslexic flatbed scanner systems including:

  • Fast mutli-page capture: up to 20 pages per minute capture with advanced motion detection algorithms mean you can acquire and store entire text books or long documents in minutes, not hours. Once they're captured, you never need to carry them with you again.
  • Time to read: modern PCs will allow you to capture and begin reading a page of your document in just two seconds.
  • Incredible accuracy: LexCam uses a high resolution camera which recognises down to 6pt text. It has a superb depth of field allowing even the thickest of books to be captured with ease. Breaking the spines of books to scan them is a thing of the past!
  • Glossy document capture: Some camera systems have difficulty with glossy documents but this is not the case for the LexCam! Although it has integrated lighting, the camera and software have been optimised to capture without the lights being required, meaning even glossy magazines can be captured without difficulty.
  • Fastest Set Up time: LexCam has been specifically designed to be as fast to set up and take down as possible - it takes less than 5 seconds. Just unfold it, plug in one USB connector into your laptop or PC and you're ready! Nothing to screw in or plug together.
  • No Batteries: All LexCam needs is one USB 2.0 port - no need to worry about keeping a separate battery charged.
  • Stylish and practical design: A stylish, discreet and light weight design ensures that LexCam is ideal to use in nearly any location.
  • Footprint: Occupying just 65mm x 81mm, (2.6 x 3.2 inches), of table area, LexCam takes up very little space.
  • Weight: Lex weighs just 720 grams (1.6 lbs) making it easy to take with you wherever you go.
  • Versatility:\Read almost any surface, flat or round. LexCam's camera allows it to capture deep into the spines of books without flattening them, as well as read 3D objects like tins.

LexCam's Features

Easy to set up

LexCam unfolds in just one simple step.

LexCam is designed to be as fast and simple to set up and pack away as possible. Just lift the camera head up until it stops and plug in the integrated USB cable into your computer. To pack away, just do the same in reverse! It takes just 5 seconds.

Integrated right angle USB cable

LexCam's integrated USB cable making it exceptionally fast to set up and pack away.

In order to make LexCam as fast to set up and pack away as possible, it ships with an integrated right angled USB cable which is safe to be left plugged in to LexCam at all times. This means you only need to connect one end to your computer when you wish to use it.

Lex's speed icon.

Speed

Capture documents at up to 20 pages per minute. Advanced motion detection algorithms in Lex's software ensure a clear image is captured every time.

Accuracy

LexCam's high resolution camera allows text down to 6pt in size to be accurately captured and recognised. This is extremely small text which is 25 to 30 percent smaller than newspaper print.

Depth of field

LexCam's large depth of field showing it capturing an encyclopedia.

LexCam has a very large depth of field (over 3.5 inches). This means that even the thickest of books can be accurately captured, right into the spines. This is key difference when comparing it to a flatbed scanner where books often have to have their spines destroyed in order for them to be flat enough to be accurately scanned.

Versatility

LexCam's advanced camera allows extremely thick books to be photographed and read accurately, without the need to flatten them, damaging their spines.

What's more, due to the advanced Lex software, even round objects such as tins of food can be read aloud.

You can use LexCam for reading:

  • Text books
  • Novels
  • Mail items
  • Bank statements and bills
  • Magazines
  • Newspapers
  • Cans of food
  • Product packaging
  • Product instructions
  • Recipes
  • Much more!

Size, Weight and Portability

LexCam has a footprint of just 2.6 x 3.2 inches, meaning it can be placed onto even the smallest and most cramped of desk surfaces with ease.

LexCam is also very lightweight, at just 1.6 pounds. It fits easily into most 15 inch laptop carry bags so you can take it with you anywhere you go.

Integrated lighting

LexCam's integrated lighting that allows for easy adjustment of lighting levels.

LexCam is optimised to take pictures without the need for additional lighting in most conditions. However, its adjustable integrated lighting allows the perfect picture to be taken even in poorly lit surroundings.

LexCam's Included Accessories

LexCam comes with the following accessories included as standard:

LexCam's included comfortable over ear headphones with in-line volume control. LexCam high contrast capture mat for use with dark or very reflective table surfaces.
Comfortable over ear headphones High contrast capture mat
LexCam's included USB extension cable for easy desktop PC connection LexCam's included drawstring bag to protect it in transport
USB extension cable Protective drawstring bag

LexCam Specifications

  • Magnification: 0.2 to 4x (on a 22" screen)
  • Time to Read: 2 to 15 seconds (hardware dependent)
  • Camera Resolution: 5 megapixels
  • Focus Depth:3.5 inches
  • Capture Speed: Up to 20 pages per minute
  • Dimensions WxDxH:
    • Inches: 2.6 x 3.2 x 16.4
    • Centimeters: 6.5 x 8.1 x 41.7
  • Weight: 1.6 lbs
  • Power: USB only, less than 500 milliamps at 5V; The LexCam camera has no measurable effect on laptop battery life.
  • Connectivity: 1x USB 2.0

Lex Software Minimum Computer Requirements

  • Windows XP, Vista 32 & 64 bit, Windows 7 32 & 64 bit, Windows 8 32 & 64 bit
  • CPU: Intel Atom Dual Core 1.6 Ghz
  • RAM: XP 512MB, Vista 1.5GB, 7 - 1GB
  • HDD: Language dependent, minimum 400MB

Warranty

GW Micro offers a two-year warranty on the LexCam, starting from the purchase date. The warranty covers labor and materials.

Pricing and Ordering

For pricing information or to order the LexCam, please call GW Micro at (260) 489-3671 or visit our Reading Systems product catalog page. To check for a local distributor in your area, please use the Find a Dealer locator.