Multiposition handheld electronic magnifier

摘要

Disclosed is a magnifier for use by blind or low vision users. The magnifier includes a camera, such as a CMOS image sensor, that displays enlarged images upon a screen for easy viewing. The magnifier further includes a handle that is pivotally interconnected to a housing to allow for handheld use in a variety of different configurations.

主权项

1. A handheld magnifier to assist blind or low vision users in viewing objects, the magnifier comprising:
a housing, a camera positioned within the housing, a light source positioned adjacent the camera, a screen positioned within the front face, the screen selectively displaying objects viewed by the camera; a handle pivotally connected to the housing, an opening and a light guide formed in the handle; a light chamber formed within the handle; whereby the handle can be folded onto the housing such that the camera is in registry with the handle opening, the light source is in registry with the light guide, and the light guide is in registry with the light chamber, thereby permitting objects to be viewed upon the screen with the handle and the housing brought together.