Today's Passport is the product of years of research and development by the industry's technology leader -- and it shows. Exclusive patented technology eliminates stacking and splitting problems, while superb ergonomics combine exceptional comfort with fine-tunable touch.

<> StenoVision
Patent-pending technology continuously monitors the exact exact position, direction of travel, and speed of movement of each key in realtime. Only the Passport allows you to fine-tune its powerful anti-stacking/anti-splitting software for optimum results with your personal writing style.  Because there is no physical contact with the sensors, metal fatigue and “bounce” are also eliminated. 

<> Shadow-Tracking
To make read-backs easier, turn on the Passport’s patented shadow-tracking display to see which keys you tend to drag or drop. Then use the Passport’s exclusive realtime key-registration adjustments to get better translation than with any other writer.

<> Ergonomics & Comfort
The Passport has been designed to comfortably accommodate a far wider range of writing styles than any other writer.

• The Passport features a “soft” landing at the bottom of the keystroke, increasing comfort and reducing shock. A linked number bar eliminates the uncomfortable “ridge” effect when the depth of stroke is adjusted.
• To make “bridging” more comfortable with wide keys, the Passport’s keys are slightly less concave than the keys on traditional writers. To reduce fatigue and pain associated with “wrist twist,” elevated vowel keys are available in the same plane as the other keys. Vowel keys are also available in the classic low position for those who prefer. 

Mouse-Style Scroll Wheel:  You’re going to love the Passport’s mouse-style scroll wheel which makes  key-sensitivity adjustments a snap. Navigating through menus, note  files, and English translations has never been easier.

Ultimate Adjustability: Don’t settle for one-size-fits-all key-sensitivity adjustments. If you’re feeling tired or need to compensate for a sore pinkie finger, only the Passport allows you to instantly fine-tune key-sensitivity adjustments with an easy-to-read graphic display that shows you the exact position and registration point of each key. Depth of stroke and tension can also be controlled while you write with easily-accessible adjustment wheels. Both wheels move in a continuous motion, and offer an unprecedented range of adjustment!

Twice the Backups of Any Other Writer: Other paperless writers have a maximum of three backups, but the Passport protects your precious data by automatically creating up to seven copies of your work – all in realtime. The Passport boasts four host USB ports, a USB client port, an SD slot, a PCMCIA expansion slot (compatible with CompactFlash cards), a headphone jack, a microphone jack, and a dedicated serial port. And with 128MB of total RAM – double the memory of any other writer – the Passport can easily accommodate the largest dictionaries.

Fail-Safe File System: Add or remove storage devices at any time – even in the middle of a job. The Passport automatically copies your steno and translated text to every drive.

Dual Power System with Hot-Swappable Battery: The main battery provides 8 to 16 hours of continuous power depending upon screen brightness, and can be quickly replaced with a spare without exiting your job or saving your work. In the event of emergencies, a built-in backup battery automatically provides up to four additional hours of runtime.

On-Board Audio Synchronization

Non-Proprietary Bluetooth: The Passport is compatible with a variety of inexpensive off-the-shelf Bluetooth devices for wireless realtime.

Built-in Dictionary Conversion Utility: Convert any RTF dictionary right on the Passport – with no computer required!

Attention to Detail: We haven’t forgotten the “little” things – like built-in carrying handles, pencil holders, a perfectly-balanced tripod mount, a sealed design, and recessed, side-mounted ports to help protect peripherals and cables in the event of an accident. We also include a serial cable, USB cable, SD card, CompactFlash card, tripod, charger, and a case with a Velcro strap to slip over the handle of your wheeled computer carrier or suitcase.

Dimensions & Weight: 6.7” x 9.5” x 11”, 5.7 pounds including both batteries.

24-Hour Support – 365 Days Per Year: You’ll get the same high quality of support for the Passport that you’ve come to expect with Total Eclipse. Compare that with other companies that only offer writer support during regular business hours Monday through Friday.

Free Software Updates -- Forever!

Now available: Passport skins.  Just $25 each. These high-quality decals are custom-fit to the Passport’s upper body, yet easily removable.
Here are just a few of the many designs that are offered.

Click here to view current styles offered.

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