last up to six hours on a single charge, ensuring that users can rely on the device for extended periods without worrying about power. The system also incorporates an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), meaning that even if the camera is unplugged during use, it will continue to operate without interruption. SEEING IS BELIEVING: THE WS1 IN ACTION Let’s take a closer look at how the WS1 can transform every- day tasks. For example: you’re in the kitchen, ready to bake a cake. The first step is reading the recipe, which is printed in tiny, barely legible text. With the WS1, all you need to do is place the recipe card under the camera, the text is magnified on the large screen, making it easy to read. The recipe card or instructions can be zoomed in to by adjusting the articulated arm and cam- era closer to view the smaller print. Next the ingredients, utensils and pans are gathered. Each ingredient is then viewed to verify correct amount or expiration date.
When it’s time to set the oven temperature, you can carry the camera over to the stove, adjust the articulated arm to get the best view of the control panel, and make sure the oven controls and time is set correctly. The WS1’s versatility doesn’t stop in the kitchen—it’s just as useful for personal grooming, reading mail, reading prescription bottles, and reading for pleasure, tying flies for fishing, working on hobbies like knitting or needlepoint, and even playing board games. But the WS1 isn’t just about convenience; it’s about reclaim- ing independence. For many people with AMD or low vision, the ability to perform these everyday tasks without assistance is a game-changer. The WS1 empowers users to take control of their lives, restoring a sense of autonomy that might otherwise have been lost. The WS1 can be used by any age group that has low vision or AMD. There is minimal training if any to use the system. The only controls are using one switch and two buttons and the ability to
The monitor size used with the WS1 depends on the user’s needs. Any HDMI monitor or TV can be used, a smart TV is not necessary. This is a simple guideline when the WS1 is at its max zoom. See the features / guidelines and how to use the WS1 from the downloadable user manual from the website.
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