Audio Tutorial on the Second Generation Victor Reader Stream by Mystic Access

Description

A Note on This Tutorial

This audio tutorial is for the second generation Victor Reader Stream released in 2013. If you obtained a Victor Stream between 2013 and very early 2023, it was probably this second generation version.

Discover all that you can do with your second Generation Victor Reader stream

This is a comprehensive audio tutorial on the HumanWare second Generation Victor Reader Stream. It is updated to include Stream features through version 4.6.4. At over eight hours and thirty minutes in duration, this tutorial will support you in:

• Becoming thoroughly oriented with the Stream’s interface, as well as getting familiar with the functions of each key
• Exploring and navigating each online and offline bookshelf in detail
• Authorizing, downloading and navigating Audible content on your Stream’s Audible bookshelf
• Creating, using and deleting bookmarks
• Date, time and sleep features and settings
• Key describer mode
• Using the built-in user guide
• Using the multi-tap text entry method to conduct text searches
• Configuring and using wireless connections

Take full advantage of the exciting online features available at your fingertips

In the “Online Bookshelves” portion of this tutorial, each section thoroughly explores the specifics of an individual shelf. Discover all about how to navigate and enjoy using the following features directly on your Stream without the need for connecting to your computer:

• Internet radio
• NLS Bard service
• Bookshare
• NFB-NEWSLINE
• Podcasts
• Wikipedia / Wiktionary

Discover the ease and convenience of using the Humanware Companion software with your Stream

Part Four of the tutorial is specifically devoted to the Humanware companion software. Whether you’ve always wanted to learn to use this program in conjunction with your Stream, or are just now discovering the Companion and how it may enhance your personal Stream experience, this section examines the many benefits and conveniences of this software tool.

Still more to enjoy

In addition to these benefits, you’ll also learn:

• Two ways to reset your Stream if trouble arises
• How to use your Stream with Bluetooth devices and external speakers
• How to change the firmware in order to enjoy different text to speech voices on your stream
• How to use thumb drives and NLS cartridges with your Stream
• An easy way to conserve your stream’s battery life
• Much more

When learning alone is not enough

Mystic Access realizes that sometimes the act of learning your asistive technology is not enough. We know that you may also be in need of discovering self-empowerment for your journey. That’s why we include our inspiring “Encouragement Corner” and “Now It’s Your Turn” sections. These allow you to build self-confidence and self-motivation, and become more proactive in the use of your assistive technology. We want you to enjoy your learning adventure, and these portions of the tutorial will hopefully make doing so easier and more fun.

Listen in DAISY or MP3 formats

The tutorial may be downloaded in two formats. The first is as a fully-navigable DAISY audio book. This DAISY version of the tutorial can be played in the $VRDB folder of your Stream, or in any other device or software that can play DAISY files. You may also download the tutorial as a series of MP3 files, and play it on any device that supports MP3 playback. Please note that if using the MP3 version of the tutorial, there will be far less navigation available to you as you move through the tutorial.

Please click on the player below to listen to the Stream tutorial’s full introduction and table of contents.