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Tue, 20 Jun 2017 11:06:08 -0400
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I'm sorry, I know the RT system software is been mentioned a lot on this list, but I don't remember. What radios is it used for and is it strictly a programming software or just do you other things as well?

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> On Jun 20, 2017, at 10:54 AM, Dave Marthouse <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> Darrell,
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> Yes, the Wouxun radios are still accessible to blind users.
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> The software from the manufacturer isn't accessible with JFW or NVDA.  
> The good news is the RT Systems software is 100% accessible using the 
> NVDA screenreader.  It is not usable with JFW at all.
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> You can find the RT Systems stuff at the following link.
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> http://www.rtsystemsinc.com
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> It is well worth the $50 for the software and cable.
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> Dave Marthouse N2AAM
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>> On 6/20/2017 5:30 AM, Darrell Hilliker wrote:
>> Hello,
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>> Is this rig still accessible like the older versions?
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>> I found an eyes-free guide for a much older iteration of this radio. Does it
>> still mostly apply to this newer model?
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>> Are there some additional, newer resources?
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>> How about any screen-reader-accessible radio programming software? Which
>> software do you recommend?
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>> Thanks,
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>> Darrell Hilliker (NU7I)
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