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Supported Braille Displays for SuperNova and Dolphin ScreenReader

Compatible refreshable braille displays and braille translation support for Dolphin SuperNova and Dolphin ScreenReader

 Overview

SuperNova Magnifier & Screen Reader and Dolphin ScreenReader support over 60 refreshable braille display models from leading manufacturers, providing seamless access to braille output for users who are blind or visually impaired.

In addition to extensive hardware compatibility, Dolphin software supports more than 50 literary and computer braille translation tables, including:

  • Unified English Braille (UEB)
  • English Braille American Edition (EBAE)
  • Contracted braille
  • Uncontracted braille
  • Multiple international braille standards

This broad compatibility enables users to connect their preferred braille display and work effectively across education, employment, and everyday computing environments.

Supported Braille Displays HumanWare Braille Displays

The following HumanWare devices are supported by SuperNova and Dolphin ScreenReader:

  • Brailliant BI Braille Display (Bluetooth and USB connection)
  • BrailleNote Touch Tablet and Notetaker
  • Mantis Q40 Braille Display
  • Chameleon Braille Display

Key Features

  • Wireless and wired connectivity
  • Portable braille note-taking
  • Integration with screen reading functionality
  • Refreshable braille output

Vario Braille Displays

Supported Vario devices include:

  • SuperVario Family Braille Displays
  • Vario3 Series Braille Displays
  • Vario4 Series Braille Displays
  • VarioPro 80
  • VarioPro 64

These displays are widely used in educational and professional environments where reliable braille access is required.

Freedom Scientific Braille Displays

Supported Freedom Scientific devices include:

  • Focus Braille Display Series
  • PAC Mate 20 Cell Displays
  • PAC Mate 40 Cell Displays

Benefits

  • Compact and portable designs
  • Multi-cell braille display options
  • Compatibility with screen reader navigation

Orbit Research Braille Displays

Supported Orbit devices include:

  • Orbit Reader 20
  • Orbit Reader 40

Suitable For

  • Education
  • Home use
  • Workplace accessibility
  • Reading and writing braille content

HIMS Braille Displays

Supported HIMS devices include:

  • Braille EDGE
  • SyncBraille
  • Sense

These devices provide both braille display functionality and note-taking capabilities.

Additional Supported Braille Displays

Dolphin software also supports:

  • Nattiq Note
  • Pulse Data BrailleNote
  • ALVA BC6

Papenmeier Braille Displays

Supported Papenmeier devices include:

  • BRAILLEX EL 2D-40
  • BRAILLEX EL 2D-66
  • BRAILLEX EL 80
  • BRAILLEX EL 2D-80
  • BRAILLEX 2D
  • BRAILLEX Compact 2
  • BRAILLEX Tiny
  • BRAILLEX 2D Lite
  • BRAILLEX 2D Lite Plus
  • BRAILLEX EL 40s
  • BRAILLEX Trio
  • BRAILLEX Duo

Ideal For

  • Professional users
  • Education environments
  • Advanced braille navigation and productivity

Handy Tech Braille Displays

Supported Handy Tech devices include:

  • Modular Evolution 88
  • Modular Evolution 64
  • Braille Star 80
  • Braille Star 80 Basic
  • Braille Star 40
  • Braille Star 40 Basic
  • Braille Wave
  • Easy Braille
  • Easy Braille Bluetooth
  • Bookworm
  • Braillino

Features

  • Portable and desktop braille solutions
  • Bluetooth and USB connectivity
  • Multiple display sizes available

Seika Braille Displays

Supported Seika devices include:

  • Seika Notetaker
  • Seika3 Braille
  • Seika v3
  • Seika v5
  • Seika v6
  • Seika v6 Pro
  • Seika v80
  • Seika Mini 16
  • Seika Mini 24
  • Seika Plus
  • Seika 16 Plus 1
  • Seika 24 Plus 1
  • Seika 40 Plus 1
  • Seika 16 Plus 2
  • Seika 24 Plus 2
  • Seika 40 Plus 2
  • Seika v7
  • Seika Studio
  • Seika Studio 1
  • Seika Studio 2

These devices offer a variety of display sizes and notetaking capabilities for users with different accessibility needs.

Braille Translation Support

Dolphin software supports a comprehensive range of braille translation standards and languages, allowing users to work with their preferred braille format.

Supported braille translation options include:

  • Unified English Braille (UEB)
  • English Braille American Edition (EBAE)
  • Contracted Braille
  • Uncontracted Braille
  • Literary Braille
  • Computer Braille
  • More than 50 national and international braille translation tables

This ensures compatibility across education systems, workplaces, and international deployments.

Compatibility Information

The list of supported braille displays is regularly updated as new devices become available and are tested with Dolphin software.

If your braille display is not listed, it may still be compatible through newer driver support or updates.

For compatibility advice, please contact the Dolphin Sales Team before purchasing new hardware or deploying devices in an organisation.

Benefits of Using Braille Displays with Dolphin Software

Connecting a supported refreshable braille display to SuperNova or Dolphin ScreenReader provides:

  • Real-time braille output
  • Enhanced navigation and productivity
  • Access to screen reader information without audio
  • Improved accessibility in shared environments
  • Support for education and workplace tasks
  • Compatibility with a wide range of braille standards

Summary

SuperNova Magnifier & Screen Reader and Dolphin ScreenReader support more than 60 refreshable braille display models from leading manufacturers, including HumanWare, Freedom Scientific, Orbit, HIMS, Papenmeier, Handy Tech, Vario, and Seika. Combined with support for over 50 literary and computer braille translation tables, Dolphin software provides flexible and comprehensive braille accessibility for users worldwide.

This article was last updated 22/07/2026.