Connecting a Focus Braille Display to a computer using JAWS screen reader enhances accessibility for blind and visually impaired users. The process of connecting a Connect Focus 40 Braille display allows users to interact with digital content through tactile feedback, improving independence and productivity. By following a few simple steps, you can seamlessly connect the Braille display via USB or Bluetooth and configure it in JAWS for optimal use. This guide provides an easy-to-follow approach for setting up your Focus Braille Display and ensuring smooth integration with JAWS.
Here are the steps to connect a Focus Braille Display to your computer using JAWS screen reader:
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- Power on the Focus Braille Display
Ensure the Focus Braille Display is fully charged and powered on before connecting.
- Connect the Display to the Computer
Use either USB or Bluetooth to connect the Focus Braille Display to your computer.
For USB: Plug the USB cable into both the Braille display and the computer.
For Bluetooth: Enable your computer’s Bluetooth and pair the Focus display in the Bluetooth settings.
- Enable Braille in JAWS
Open JAWS by pressing Insert + J. Then, press Alt + O to open the Options menu.
Press B to select Braille or use the arrow keys to navigate, then press Enter.
- Select the Braille Display
In the Braille settings window, ensure the “Focus” display is selected under the Default Braille Display dropdown.
If it’s not selected, use the arrow keys to choose “Focus” or manually type the model of the Braille display.
- Check Braille Display Connection
After selecting the correct display, click OK or press Enter to confirm the connection.
JAWS should now detect the Focus Braille Display. Braille output should appear, and the display keys will control JAWS.
- Configure Settings (Optional)
To further customize settings like verbosity and Braille output, go to Braille options via Insert + J, Alt + O, and B.
- Test the Connection
Use JAWS commands on your keyboard or the Focus Braille Display keys to navigate.
If the connection works, the Braille display will respond to the text output from the computer.
By following these steps, you should successfully connect your Focus Braille Display to a computer using JAWS.
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