The EAA-Pad® from ANKER makes every self-service terminal barrier-free - whether self-checkouts in supermarkets, self-service scales, ticket machines or information terminals. With haptic buttons, audio support and flexible installation options, it enables easy navigation for people with visual impairments or limited motor skills. The EAA-Pad® makes it possible for self-service terminals to comply with current legal accessibility requirements.
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Accessibility counts now!
- Legal requirements - The Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG) and the European Accessibility Act (EAA) oblige companies to make certain digital systems accessible.
- Inclusion and participation - People with visual impairments, reading difficulties or limited fine motor skills are given an equal opportunity to use digital services.
- Easier navigation - Haptic button control and audio support allow users to navigate through menus and directories without visual aids.
- Compliance with DIN EN 301-549 - The EAA-Pad® contributes to conformity with the standard for accessible information and communication technology (ICT).
- Audio support for digital content - Software can output content via headphones to enable auditory user guidance.
- Flexible integration - Compatible with different types of installation (horizontal, vertical, poles), as well as the possibility of using standardized or individual mounting brackets to adapt to different applications.
- Easy to find - RGB backlighting makes it easier for visually impaired people to identify the device.
- Hardware as an enabler - As a hardware solution, the EAA-Pad® is the flexible enabler for software solutions to achieve maximum accessibility.
- Future-proofing for retailers - Companies that implement barrier-free solutions at an early stage are legally and technologically prepared for future requirements.
Functionality
of the ANKER EAA-Pad®
Tactile function button
To open menus in the software, e.g. to enable the minimum legal requirements for volume and speed settings or to add a language selection or other desired functions.
Tactile arrow keys
To navigate
Audiojack
For headphones and microphone
Tactile ENTER button
To confirm/select
RGB backlighting
Can be controlled in 3 zones
Dip switch
On the back, for flexible installation; vertical or horizontal
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EAA-Pad® - Inclusion made easy
The EAA-Pad® is an assistive USB device for the barrier-free design of self-checkouts, information terminals and other self-service touchpoints. With a tactile keypad, audio support and flexible installation options, it enables intuitive operation for people with visual impairments or motor impairments. This enables companies to comply with legal requirements (BFSG & EAA) and make their digital services accessible to everyone. Simple integration - maximum inclusion!
- USB-C port on the back
- Haptic buttons
- RGB backlighting with 3 individual zones
- Switch on the back enables either horizontal or vertical mounting
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Barrierefreiheitsstärkungs-
Gesetz (BFSG)
European Accessibility Act (EAA)
The Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG) implements the requirements of the European Accessibility Act (EAA) in Germany and obliges companies to make digital products and services accessible. The aim is to enable equal access for people with disabilities.
- EU-wide requirement: The EAA sets minimum accessibility requirements.
- Legal obligation: The BFSG transposes these requirements into German law.
- Scope: Concerns digital products and services, including certain self-service terminals, EC terminals, websites and apps.
- Obligation for companies: Retailers, banks and service providers must ensure accessibility.
- Implementation deadline: The regulations are binding from June 28, 2025.
- Penalties for non-compliance: Violations can be punished with sanctions.
The BFSG & EAA make accessibility mandatory -
also for certain self-service solutions at the point of sale.
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What should accessible operating concepts make possible?
- Use with impaired vision
- Use with impaired vision
- Use with impaired cognition
- Use with limited range
- Use with limited manual motor skills or limited strength
- Use in the absence of hearing
- Use with impaired hearing
- Use in the absence of speech
- Minimizing the risk of triggering a photosensitive seizure
- Privacy
Your contact at ANKER
Fabienne Neumann
The EAA-Pad® is currently in the final stages of product development.
Do you have any questions about the EAA-Pad® or would you like to find out how you can retrofit your self-service terminals to be barrier-free?
Fabienne Neumann will be happy to advise you on the legal requirements and optimum application options.
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