Bill.Mcgarry@hnews.fidonet.org (Bill Mcgarry) (05/03/91)
Index Number: 15281 Hi Paul, This question has come up before and I was able to find only one talking thermometer. The American Foundation for the Blind seem to have the only talking thermometer around. Here is a full description from the ABLEDATA database from the Adaptive Equipment Center, Newington Children's Hospital (203-667-5405 and 800-344-5405). Thermovoice Talking Thermometer AFB # 651 American Foundation for the Blind 15 West 16th Street New York, NY 10011 201-862-8838 Cost: $ 229.00 Description: Thermometer with voice output comes with two probes, one for body temperature and general purposes, the other for high heat. Functions as a clinical thermometer, as indoor or outdoor thermometer and as a cooking thermometer. The clinical probe is plastic with a smooth edged metal tip and is accurate to within one tenth degree. It measures from 95 Fahrenheit to 105 Fahrenheit and 35 Centrigrade to 40 Centrigrade. It measures air tempertures from -25 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit or -32 to 232 degrees Centrigrade. The high heat probe (for use in oven) is used for temperatures from 80 Fahrenheit to 450 Fahrenheit. on/off switch, volume control, earphonse plug and special switch for clinical use are all marked in braille. The probes are white; when not in use they are stored in a case. The thermometer comes in a high impact resistant case with a carrying strap. Rechargeable battery, AC adapter and recharger included. Braille and large print instructions. Size 5 1/2 inches by 3 1/2 inches by 1 3/8 inches. * Origin: The Handicap News, Shelton CT (1-203-337-1607) (141/420)