Monarch is the breakthrough braille reading and learning tool.
With a multi-line dynamic tactile display for braille or graphics, finally there’s an alternative to unwieldly printed braille books.
Now learners or professionals have instant access to whole books in braille.
And with a built-in graphics display – for graphs, pictures and diagrams via APH’s Tactile Graphics Library too – the Monarch is set to revolutionise math, literacy and science instruction for the visually impaired.
The Monarch is more than a braille display – it’s a graphing calculator, an e-book reader, a brailler, and more – a complete learning and information access tool for braille learners and the braille literate alike!
The barrier breaking braille tool
The Monarch’s cutting-edge breaks barriers in learning and productivity by delivering thousands of pages of tactile text and images, on demand, to the fingertips of individuals: ideal for students, children and adults who are blind or have low vision.
Monarch’s 480 braille cells display up to 10 lines of braille, with 32 characters in each line. This is essentially a braille screen. This means users can display not just text but also:
- tactile imagery
- graphs
- algebraic expressions
- geometric shapes
- and so much more that’s essential for STEM learning
In addition, students can access a vast array of tactile graphics from the APH’s Tactile Graphics Image Library (TGIL).
No more lugging around the heavy, cumbersome, multi-binder versions of books – a significant practical, social and cost barrier to braille learning and learning with braille. With the Monarch, users can download and store hundreds of digital textbooks or other material, for easy search, reading and reference.
The Monarch puts information literally at the user's fingertips, reducing the time and effort required to access important information and enhancing the learning experience for blind students or working professionals.
The Monarch comes with a 2 year warranty.
Additional 1 or 2 year Care Plans are available -- contact Bridges for more details.
Apps included for learning, productivity and fun
The Monarch comes loaded with applications powered by HumanWare’s KeySoft accessibility suite:
- Interactive Startup Tutorial by APH
- KeyWord - Word processor supporting MATHML
- KeyMath - Graphing calculator powered by Desmos
- Tactile Viewer - Direct access to online libraries such as TGIL
- Victor Reader - Book reader with direct access to online digital libraries such as Bookshare and more
- KeyBrf - Braille Editor, read and create with multilple lines of braille
- Internet Browser - A first multiline web browser experience
- Monarch Chess - Have fun while learning, understanding the the concept of Monarch's unique touch capabilities
And there's more to come! An SDK has been made available to close partners, allowing APH to develop various educational applications for Monarch. Including Monarch Chess, which gamifies braille learning .
Stay tuned for more releases, soon!
Technical Specifications
- Ten line 32-cell refreshable display containing 3,840 pins
- Visual display capabilities – connect your Monarch to a monitor via HDMI to display what the Monarch user is viewing on a screen for sighted students
- 8-dot Perkins braille keyboard
- Customizable line spacing for introductory braille readers
- Text-to-Speech functionality
- Touch Gesture recognition
- Battery life lasting longer than 24 hours
- WiFi connectivity
- USB and Bluetooth® connections for thumb drives, keyboards and headsets
- Weight:4.65 lbs
- Dimensions: 40.3 x 26.7 x 3.5 cm (15.9” × 10.5” × 1.4”)
- Language: English, French, Spanish
- Over 250 onboard braille tables including learning Braille tables (Duxbury & Liblouis)
What’s in the box?
- Monarch device
- Monarch case
- Pack of five membranes to protect the tactile display surface
- Membrane screwdriver tool
- A USB-C charging brick and cable along with three international power adapters
- Quick Start guide Print / Braille
Bridges accepts institutional P.O’s (purchase orders).
Call us for a quote or just fax or email a P.O. on your letter head.
How secure is my online order?
Any information submitted through the web store is safe and secure. Bridges uses state-of-the-art security encryption methods to ensure the highest standards of security for its online customers.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Visa and MasterCard for online orders.
What if I do not have a credit card?
If you do not have a credit card, please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to discuss alternative payment methods.
How do I know if you have received my order?
When your order has been completed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will be sent to the e-mail address that you entered in the "Registration” page before checkout.
Shipping
What shipping options are available?
Most of our items are shipped by secured courier, which takes 3-5 business days to reach the customer. Where service is not available, or due to the special requirements of the product, we will also use UPS, Puralator or Canada Post.
Ordering multiple, heavy-weighted items?
If our store can’t calculate your shipping costs during checkout, your order may fall outside weight, size, or destination restrictions, for online ordering.
Sorry about that.
Just contact us by email or phone and we'll figure out another way to get your order to you.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated individually depending on the weight and size of the item. This will be calculated automatically upon checkout and will be included in the total price when you go to the checkout.
How long does it take for me to receive my order?
Order processing time depends on availability of the product from the manufacturer, but typically products are shipped within 10-15 business days after the order is placed. See shipping options for the number of days it will take to reach you after it leaves our warehouse.
Do you ship internationally?
No, we currently sell our products and services only in Canada.
How can I track my order?
When the order is shipped out, you will receive an e-mail with a tracking number. If you do not receive this e-mail, please call 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to receive your tracking number.
Returns
Do you offer a money back guarantee?
We offer a 21-day money-back guarantee unless otherwise noted. Products must be returned in a resalable condition as determined by Bridges. Returns are subject to a 20 percent restocking fee after 21-days. Many of our manufacturers offer additional limited warranties of longer durations on their products. Returns will no longer be accepted after a period of 90 days. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) or send an e-mail to info@bridges-canada.com for more information about manufacturer's warranties or returning your product.
Please note, customers cannot return software for a refund. However, we do offer a store credit for the full amount if returned within 21 days. After 21 days a restocking fee may apply.
How do I return a product?
To return a product you need to get a Return Authorization (R.A.) number from us. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST), e-mail us at info@bridges-canada.com or fax us at 905-542-7242 to get an R.A. number and further instructions. Please note, Bridges will not accept returns without an R.A. number. The customer is responsible for shipping costs of returned products.
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