Humanware Braille Trail Reader LE User manual

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QUICK START GUIDE
Thank you for purchasing the Braille Trail Reader LE braille
display. This display combines a comfortable and simple braille
display experience with efficient note-taking and
synchronization.
Prior to using your Braille Trail Reader LE, make sure it is
charged completely. Connect the small end of the included
micro-USB cable to the port located on the left edge of the
Braille Trail Reader LE, just in front of the power button. Plug
the larger end of the cable into the included wall charger and
plug into the wall. You should read “Charging” on the display.
Note - you can use other USB wall chargers, but charging
speeds may be slower.

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When charged, you can turn on your Braille Trail Reader LE by
pressing down the power button (located on the left edge of the
device, just behind the charging port) for 3 seconds. Press the
power button again to turn the device off.
On the front edge of the Braille Trail Reader LE, you will find
four rectangle keys called thumb keys. The two outer keys are
Previous and Next, navigating you to the previousor next items.
The two inner keys are Left and Right, and pan the display left
or right.
Above each of the 14 braille cells are cursor router touch
sensors. Slide your finger up from a cell to touch the cursor
router sensor. You can configure the sensitivity in the settings
menu.

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Near the braille input keys Dots 1 and 4 you will find the Braille
Trail Reader LE navigation joystick. Pressing on this joystick
enables you to select items.
On the back edge of the device is the mode switch. Sliding this
switch to the right puts the Braille Trail Reader LE in braille
Terminal mode, and it is then ready to be paired with a
smartphone or computer. Sliding the switch to the left puts it in
Application mode where you can access the Notes and
Stopwatch applications.
To pair your Braille Trail Reader LE with an iPhone or iPad
running iOS 10.3 or later, do the following:
You can use the standard VoiceOver method. On your Braille
Trail Reader LE, make sure the toggle switch is to the right and
the unit is on. This ensures the Braille Trail Reader LE is in

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Terminal mode and ready to be paired with devices. From the
home screen, activate Settings, General, Accessibility,
VoiceOver, and Braille. If Bluetooth is not turned on, you will be
prompted to do so now. At the bottom of the list, you will now
find the Braille Trail Reader LE listed as “Brailliant BI 14”.
Activate it, and it will immediately pair.
To take notes on your Braille Trail Reader LE:
Download the Brailliant Sync app from the App store. Make
sure your Bluetooth on your iPhone/iPad is turned on. On your
home screen, double tap to activate the Brailliant Sync app.
Make sure your Braille Trail Reader LE is paired with your
phone and double tap “Select Brailliant Device” if one is not
found. Double tap on your Braille Trail Reader LE to make sure
you are syncing with the correct device. Now, double tap on

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“Add an account”. Select if you have a Google or other account
by double tapping on the appropriate item. Fill in your account
info, and double tap on “save item”in the top right corner of the
screen when done.
Slide your switch on the back of the Braille Trail Reader LE to
the left to set it to Application mode and use your thumb keys
or joystick to navigate to the Notes application. Select your
emailaccount, and press Space with N (Dots 1-3-4-5), to create
a new note. While in the Notes application, the following
keyboard shortcuts are available:
New line: Joystick action, Dot 8 (Enter)
Backspace: Space with B, or Dot 7
Previous line: Space with Dot 1, joystick up
Next line (paragraph): Space with Dot 4, joystick down

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Previous word: Space with Dot 2
Next word: Space with Dot 5
Previous character: Space with Dot 3, joystick left
Next character: Space with Dot 6, joystick right
Jump to beginning of note: Space with Dots 1-2-3
End of the note: Space with Dots 4-5-6
Save without exiting: Space with S
Save and exit: Space with E
Exit without saving: Space with Z
In notes list, delete note: Space with D
In notes list, force sync: Space with S
To read documents/files on your Braille Trail Reader LE:
The Braille Trail Reader File Transfer Windows ® application
allows teachers to read and manage documents/files, as well

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as transfer TXT and BRF files to and from each student’s
Braille Trail Reader LE. To download the Braille Trail Reader
File Transfer application from https://www.aph.org/braille-trail-
reader/.
For more information on using the Braille Trail Reader windows
application, please visit https://www.aph.org/braille-trail-reader/
to download the complete User Guide.
Manufacturer Warranty
This device is a high-quality product, built and packaged with
care. All units and components are guaranteed against any
operational defects for one (1) year after date of purchase.
Warranty covers all parts and labor (except battery). For
general user questions, contact APH Customer Service

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at 1-800-223-1839. If any defect should occur, please contact
the HumanWare technical assistance line at 1-800-722-3393.
Conditions and Limitations
No replacement or repair covered by the warranty will be
carried out unless the unit is accompanied by a copy of the
original bill of purchase. Please retain your original. If the unit
has to be returned, please use the original packaging. This
warranty applies to all cases where the damage is not a result
of improper use, mistreatment, negligence or acts of God.

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Additional Resources
For additional resources, including more information about
braille literacy, fun and engaging student activities, and to order
a complimentary Classroom Kit, please visit
www.braillebug.org.
VER 03-2019-03-11

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