July 7 2017

Steno Machine Repair: Screen Damage

Stentura Fusion Main Screen

Stentura Fusion Screen

I take very good care of my machine. However, I must have inadvertently hit the screen with something because when I turned my machine on a few days ago, it had the above-pictured damage to the screen. I’m really attached to this machine. It’s the first professional machine that I saw in person. That was one of the reasons that I purchased this model over more popular models that were out at the time that I purchased it.

I called a few repair places to inquire about how much they would charge to fix it. However, I couldn’t get a clear estimate. I refuse to send my machine across several states without getting a proper estimate; that doesn’t sit well with me. It just might be time to get a new machine. I’m doing some research on the available options. If anyone has some information on a great repair place, or reasonably priced machines, let me know. Thanks.

Love, Speed, and Accuracy,

Elsie Villega

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December 11 2015

Steno Gadgets & Accessories: Lines Of Text Ruler

Magnifying Ruler
Lines of Text Ruler
Rulers with inches divided into tenths are not that common. However, such a tool is necessary when measuring margins for Case CATalyst settings.

Previously, when I needed to measure margins, I would use a paper ruler that as divided into the increments I needed. The paper ruler is on a page that is included in a Case CAT instruction manual I used in school. (I think the Case CAT program also came with a flexible ruler that can be used to measure margins.) However, I found a sturdier option.

The Westcott ruler I found was less than $5. It is a happily added addition to my steno gadgets and accessories.

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February 17 2015

Steno Gadgets & Accessories: Laptop Tray

This laptop tray seems interesting. It looks a little shaky at a couple of points in the video. However, I like the versatility of its positioning. I have either this one or a similar one on order as a gift. I’ll do an update on this contraption as soon as I receive my gift and try it out. Its features seem super-cool!

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