BraillePen12 and 6-key entry into Braille files
BraillePen12 with the Windows Keyboard software can be used for 6-key entry into Braille
files from Duxbury Braille Translator or other translators. Note that 6-key or direct Braille entry
is only available after the file has been translated. Before translation, your BraillePen12 will
enter text into the editor part of your translation software in the same way as your standard
keyboard.
The US-ASCII Keymap
This keymap has been specially developed to allow 6-key entry into Braille files, so that the
Braille character entered corresponds exactly to the Braille which will be embossed. This
keymap is supplied with every BraillePen12. Generally the US ASCII keymap will be correct;
ask your dealer to supply you with the correct keyboard map for 6-key entry into your chosen
Braille translation software if you find that US-ASCII doesn't work for you.
Duxbury Braille Translator
To install BraillePen Write, see the previous section. Once you have the driver installed,
select and load the US-ASCII keymap file. This keymap file gives you keyboard emulation
functionality while making sure that the Braille dots you press are echoed exactly on the
screen. Consult the Keymap Appendix for information about the available keystrokes.
For Braille entry directly into a Duxbury Braille file, you can either open a new Braille file or
open an existing Braille file. For illustration purposes, we have opened a new file, using File,
Open from the menu. Duxbury displays the following dialog:
Make sure that you click the radio button next to Braille in Document Type. The template you
select is not so important, as you will not be translating this file; it will be sent directly to the
embosser.
Once the file is open, you can type Braille directly into the editing window.
Use the other available keystrokes in the keymap to access all the Duxbury menus and
commands. Remember you have two Alt keystrokes for different purposes.
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Illustration 14: Duxbury Braille Translator's opening dialog
