Penna scanner I.R.I.S. IRISPen Reader 8 90 DPI 120 fps

The I.R.I.S. IRISPen Reader 8 is a compact pen scanner and reading pen designed for scanning printed text and converting it into editable or spoken output. It offers 90 DPI movement resolution, a scan speed of 120 fps and a 5 MP camera. The device includes 16 GB internal memory, SD card support and a 1200 mAh Lithium Polymer battery, allowing offline use without Wi‑Fi. The IRISPen Reader 8 supports multiple OCR and text-to-speech functions for educational and assistive use.

Advantages

The IRISPen Reader 8 performs fast line scanning with offline text recognition available in dozens of languages and provides text-to-speech directly from scanned lines. It supports photo OCR for converting images of text into editable text and can record live audio notes stored on the device or exported to a computer. A USB‑C headset option allows private listening. Its small form factor, built‑in display and SD expandability make it suitable for students and professionals who need portable, offline scanning and reading aid functionality.

Suitable for

• Students with dyslexia or other reading difficulties
• Teachers and support staff in educational settings
• Professionals needing portable OCR and audio notes
• Travellers who require offline text recognition

Key specifications

• Movement resolution: 90 DPI
• Scan speed: 120 fps
• Camera: 5 MP
• Internal memory: 16 GB
• Expandable storage: SD card supported
• Battery: 1200 mAh Lithium Polymer
• Built‑in display: Yes
• Duplex scanning: No
• Product colours: Black, White

How to use

Swipe the IRISPen Reader 8 along printed lines to capture text; the device recognizes and saves scanned lines as files that can be exported to a computer. Use the text‑to‑speech feature to have scanned lines read aloud; supported offline TTS languages include English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Take photos of pages to use Photo OCR for editable text conversion. Record live audio during lectures or meetings and save recordings to the pen or transfer them to a computer.

Recommendations

For best OCR results, scan on a steady surface in good lighting and maintain a consistent scanning speed. Use the built‑in display to check recognition results before exporting and keep the device firmware updated. When using text‑to‑speech for study or exams, use the USB‑C headset to reduce distractions.