IBM SCREEN READER/DOS VERSION 1.2 Announcement Letter Number 292-364 dated June 23, 1992 US - Last Revised on June 23, 1992 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability Screen Reader (TM)/DOS Version 1.2 provides a user interface to IBM Personal Computers or Personal Systems running IBM Disk Operating System (DOS) that enables a blind or visually-impaired user to hear screen information. It is compatible with and transparent to applications. Input is controlled by either the IBM Screen Reader Keypad or via the keyboard. The keypad is strongly recommended and may be required for computers attached to mainframes or networks. Output is through a non-IBM text-to-speech voice synthesizer. IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 is a replacement for IBM Screen Reader 1.1. Technical support for IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 customers is provided by CompuAnswer. IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 will have national language support in the form of translated messages and online documentation. Twelve languages will be supported. Planned Availability Date: June 30, 1992. (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Customer Letter Section HIGHLIGHTS o Follows visual focus and reads menus automatically o All needed function is predefined in profiles provided o Documentation is provided in print, audio, online and Braille DESCRIPTION USER PRODUCTIVITY IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 provides the primary interface to the computer for a user who is blind. PRODUCT POSITIONING The IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 is an enhanced version of the IBM Screen Reader 1.1, offering the following enhancements when compared with IBM Screen Reader 1.1: o May be used as a software only product o User-defined dictionary provides a customer with the ability to change pronunciation of commonly mispronounced words o DOS 5 profile provides for automatic speaking of DOS Version 5 messages. TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT MACHINE REQUIREMENTS: IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 runs on any Personal System/2 (R) or Personal System/1 (TM) and on PC/XT (TM) and AT (R) with the following characteristics: o 512KB RAM memory o One open serial port (non-IBM text-to-speech synthesizer) o PC/XT and AT -- one open slot for the Screen Reader Adapter. It is strongly recommended that Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 be used with the IBM Screen Reader Keypad (1393515) and Keypad Cable (72X8537), which plug into the mouse port on IBM Personal Systems and require the Screen Reader Adapter (57F1588) on PC/XT and AT. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS: IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 requires DOS 3.3, or later. COMPATIBILITY: IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 is compatible with Screen Reader 1.0 and 1.1. Profiles created for previous versions will work with IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 without modification. Hardware accessories used with previous versions are the same as used with IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2. LIMITATIONS: IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 customers may need technical support while using IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 with some applications. That technical support is provided by CompuAnswer. PLANNING INFORMATION APPLICATION SUPPORT: Technical assistance and service for IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 in the specified environment is available. The service and support telephone number is 1-800-237-5511. Calls may be placed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. IBM responds on a call-back basis between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Central time, Monday through Friday, except holidays. ServiceLink and SupportLink, within IBMLink (TM), may also be available. These links provide the ability to search product information and defect databases, report defects, order defect corrections and ask questions related to installing or operating this application. Contact the local IBM branch office for more information. (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. PACKAGING: The IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 Software is distributed in one package with the following materials: o IBM Program License Agreement o Proof of License o IBM License Information Booklet o Software on three 3.5-inch double-sided (720KB) and six 5.25-inch diskettes (backups are included). o IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 User's Guide (print) o IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 Reference (print) o IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 Installation (audio cassette) o IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 Tutorial (audio cassette) o IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 Tools and Techniques (audio cassette). o CompuAnswer Handbook (printed and diskette) o CompuAnswer Information (audio cassette). SECURITY, AUDITABILITY AND CONTROL IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 uses the security and auditability features of the IBM Personal System or personal computer and DOS. User management is responsible for evaluation, selection and implementation of security features, administrative procedures and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities. ORDERING INFORMATION Orders for new licenses will be accepted now. Unless a later date is specified, orders entered before June 30, 1992, will be assigned a schedule date of July 10, 1992. Shipment of orders will begin on June 30, 1992. Orders entered after June 30, 1992, will be scheduled for shipment on the Friday following the week of order entry or as soon thereafter as supply permits. Technical support for IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 customers is provided by CompuAnswer. To order the programs in this announcement for order type, specify the order type number, feature number, part number, program name and quantity. Order Type Feature Part Number Number Number Program Name Media 5875-XXX 3163 2261648 IBM Screen 3.5-inch Reader/DOS and Version 1.2 5.25-inch Diskettes 5876-XXX 3070 42G0455 IBM Screen Reader/DOS 1.2 Braille Books None The available order types are as follows: o Program Package -- program diskettes with documentation. o Documentation -- separate documentation without program diskettes. TERMS AND CONDITIONS LICENSING: The programs in this announcement are licensed under the terms and conditions of the IBM Program License Agreement. A copy of the agreement is included in the program package. The CompuAnswer Technical Support package is available from IBM as distributed by the service supplier. The terms and conditions of the supplier apply. They are included in the package and are passed on to the customer. LIMITED WARRANTY: Program: Yes. Media: Three months. The CompuAnswer Technical Support package is not warranted by IBM. Warranty, if any, is as provided by the service supplier. Address any questions pertaining to warranty to the service provider. PROGRAM SERVICES: Central Service will be available during the first three months following the date of delivery to the customer by IBM, but not later than June 30, 1995. The statement of service included in the program package describes this service. VOLUME DISCOUNT: Not applicable. NATIONAL EDUCATION LICENSE FEE: Not applicable. CHARGES PROGRAM ONE-TIME NAME/NUMBER ORDER TYPE CHARGE Screen Reader/DOS Version 1.2 2261648 Program Package $500 42G0455 Braille Documentation 75