[accessibleimage] Re: Fwd: Tactile Graphics - Assistance Needed

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We had the same problem with the flexi-paper, be sure you are using it on the 
slick side for the diagrams, ours would also stick in the copy machine. We are 
no longer using the flexi-paper.
We have switched to using the Swell Touch paper from American Thermoform. It 
provides  crisper braille and diagram lines. Note: if using the by-pass for the 
copy machine, you will need to put the matte side down, glossy white side up 
(this if different from the directions). It will also jam if not done 
correctly.  
Also, I  have tried the thermo pen, but I did not like the final product. 
Kit Burnett 

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From: Sharon von See svonsee@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2006 15:15:24 -0500
To: accessibleimage@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [accessibleimage] Fwd: Tactile Graphics - Assistance Needed

> from another list .....
> 
> 
> >From: Cassandra Tex <tex@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
> >Subject: Tactile Graphics - Assistance Needed
> >
> >Greetings All,
> >Sorry for the cross-posting....
> >
> >I have a Tactile Image Enhancer (TIE) and use "Flexi-Paper" - not to be 
> >confused with the special puff paper that one uses with the P.I.A.F 
> >(Pictures in a Flash).  The packaging for the FlexiPaper states that it 
> >will work with HP Inkjet printers.  I just did a test with a graphic - I 
> >printed it on HP 6620 Deskjet and it did not work.  The ink never really 
> >dried on the paper, and when I put it through the TIE, it smeared and did 
> >not "puff up".  A couple of questions:
> >
> >1.  Is there a difference between Deskjet and Inkjet printers?
> >
> >2.  Are folks successful printing their images on FlexiPaper designed for 
> >the TIE on inkjet (or deskjet) printers and having that image puff up when 
> >run through the TIE?  If so, what model inkjet/deskjet are you using?  I 
> >cannot get the image onto the FlexiPaper using either my laser printer or 
> >our copy machine because they simply get too hot and jam.
> >
> >Any assistance you can give me would be greatly appreciated!
> >
> >Cassandra Tex
> >Assistive Technology Specialist
> >Humboldt State University
> 
> 
> 


Kit Burnett 
Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Laurel Vision Program
401 Monticello Ave
Lynchburg City Schools
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434)522-3716

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