Section 508 Statement

Pandora Data System Software

Section 508 §1194.21 Compliance Statement

Date: January 1, 2003

Name of Product: Pandora Data System

Contact for more Information: Pandora Data Systems, 209 Golf Club Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA 831-429-8900

Summary Table

Criteria

Supporting Features

Remarks and explanations

Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems

Supported

The Pandora Data System is software as defined under section 1194.21.

Section 1194.22 Web-based internet information and applications

Not Applicable

The Pandora Data System is not web based as defined under section 1194.22.

Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria

Supported

Please see section 1194.31 below.

Section 1194.41 (a) Information, Documentation and Support

Supported

Please see section 1194.41 below.

Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems - Detail

Criteria

Supporting Features

Remarks and explanations

(a) When software is designed to run on a system that has a keyboard, product functions shall be executable from a keyboard where the function itself or the result of performing a function can be discerned textually.

Supported

The core functionality in The Pandora Data System is fully keyboard accessible.

(b) Applications shall not disrupt or disable activated features of other products that are identified as accessibility features, where those features are developed and documented according to industry standards. Applications also shall not disrupt or disable activated features of any operating system that are identified as accessibility features where the application programming interface for those accessibility features has been documented by the manufacturer of the operating system and is available to the product developer.

Supported

The Pandora Data System supports the accessibility settings of the host operating system.

(c) A well-defined on-screen indication of the current focus shall be provided that moves among interactive interface elements as the input focus changes. The focus shall be programmatically exposed so that Assistive Technology can track focus and focus changes.

Supported

The Pandora Data System provides a well-defined on-screen indication of the current focus that moves among interactive interface elements as the input focus changes.

Menu items and all reports display well using Microsoft Magnifier.

(d) Sufficient information about a user interface element including the identity, operation and state of the element shall be available to Assistive Technology. When an image represents a program element, the information conveyed by the image must also be available in text.

Supported

The Pandora Data System uses Microsoft Active Accessibility (MSAA) to expose information.

The Pandora Data System provides sufficient information about user interface elements and program elements represented by images are available in text.

(e) When bitmap images are used to identify controls, status indicators, or other programmatic elements, the meaning assigned to those images shall be consistent throughout an application's performance.

Supported

The Pandora Data System provides consistent usage of bitmap and other graphical elements.

(f) Textual information shall be provided through operating system functions for displaying text. The minimum information that shall be made available is text content, text input caret location, and text attributes.

Supported

The Pandora Data System provides textual information through operating system functions for displaying text at required minimum levels.

(g) Applications shall not override user selected contrast and color selections and other individual display attributes.

Supported

The Pandora Data System does not override user selected contrast and color selections or display attributes.

(h) When animation is displayed, the information shall be displayable in at least one non-animated presentation mode at the option of the user.

Supported

The Pandora Data System provides functionality that meets these criteria.

(i) Color coding shall not be used as the only means of conveying information, indicating an action, prompting a response, or distinguishing a visual element.

Supported

The Pandora Data System does not use color coding as the only means of conveying information to users.

(j) When a product permits a user to adjust color and contrast settings, a variety of color selections capable of producing a range of contrast levels shall be provided.

Supported

The Pandora Data System provides functionality that meets these criteria.

(k) Software shall not use flashing or blinking text, objects, or other elements having a flash or blink frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz.

Supported

The Pandora Data System does not use any flashing or blinking elements.

(l) When electronic forms are used, the form shall allow people using Assistive Technology to access the information, field elements, and functionality required for completion and submission of the form, including all directions and cues.

Supported

The Pandora Data System provides functionality that meets these criteria.

Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria - Detail

Criteria

Supporting Features

Remarks and explanations

(a) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user vision shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired shall be provided.

Supported

The Pandora Data System supports Microsoft Active Accessibility. This enables commonly used assistive technologies, such as screen readers, to be used with t he Pandora Data System. Therefore, user vision is not required for using the core functionality of the products.

(b) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require visual acuity greater than 20/70 shall be provided in audio and enlarged print output working together or independently, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are visually impaired shall be provided.

Supported

Users of Microsoft Windows operating systems can access Microsoft Magnifier and High Contrast Settings in the Accessibility Options to enlarge the screen display. An assistive aid may also be used.

(c) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user hearing shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing shall be provided

Supported

Sound is not used as a sole method of input/output, so user hearing is not required.

(d) Where audio information is important for the use of a product, at least one mode of operation and information retrieval shall be provided in an enhanced auditory fashion, or support for assistive hearing devices shall be provided.

Not Applicable

The Pandora Data System does not use auditory information.

(e) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user speech shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided.

Not Applicable

The Pandora Data System does not require user speech.

(f) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions and that is operable with limited reach and strength shall be provided.

Supported

The Pandora Data System does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions. Keyboard access provides all of the functionality required.

Section 1194.41 Information, Documentation, and Support - Detail

Criteria

Supporting Features

Remarks and explanations

Section 1194.41 (a) Product Support Documentation provided to end-users shall be made available in alternate formats upon request, at no additional charge.

Supported

Product Help is provided only as a User Guide that ships in the retail box. HTML Help can be accessed using accessibility aids and is available at no additional charge.

Section 1194.41 (b) Accessibility and Compatibility Features. End-users shall have access to a description of the accessibility and compatibility features of products in alternate formats or alternate methods upon request, at no additional charge.

Supported

The “Accessibility” section in the product Help describes accessibility features, customization options, and keyboard shortcuts.

1194.41 (c) Support Services for products shall accommodate the communication needs of end-users with disabilities.

Supported

Support for deaf and hard-of-hearing users is provided by email 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays.

This document is for informational purposes only.

PANDORA DATA SYSTEMS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN THIS DOCUMENT.

© 2003 Pandora Data Systems. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, and Active Accessibility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. The information contained in this document represents the current view of Pandora Data Systems on the issues discussed as of the date of publication. Pandora Data Systems cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. Pandora Data Systems regularly updates its website and provides new information about the accessibility of products as that information becomes available.

Revised February 7, 2003.

Summary Table
Criteria	Supporting Features	Remarks and explanations
Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems	Supported	The Pandora Data System is software as defined under section 1194.21.
Section 1194.22 Web-based internet information and applications	Not Applicable	The Pandora Data System is not web based as defined under section 1194.22.
Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria	Supported	Please see section 1194.31 below.
Section 1194.41 (a) Information, Documentation and Support	Supported	Please see section 1194.41 below.
Section 1194.21 Software Applications and Operating Systems - Detail
Criteria	Supporting Features	Remarks and explanations
(a) When software is designed to run on a system that has a keyboard, product functions shall be executable from a keyboard where the function itself or the result of performing a function can be discerned textually.	Supported	The core functionality in The Pandora Data System is fully keyboard accessible.
(b) Applications shall not disrupt or disable activated features of other products that are identified as accessibility features, where those features are developed and documented according to industry standards. Applications also shall not disrupt or disable activated features of any operating system that are identified as accessibility features where the application programming interface for those accessibility features has been documented by the manufacturer of the operating system and is available to the product developer.	Supported	The Pandora Data System supports the accessibility settings of the host operating system.
(c) A well-defined on-screen indication of the current focus shall be provided that moves among interactive interface elements as the input focus changes. The focus shall be programmatically exposed so that Assistive Technology can track focus and focus changes.	Supported	The Pandora Data System provides a well-defined on-screen indication of the current focus that moves among interactive interface elements as the input focus changes. Menu items and all reports display well using Microsoft Magnifier.
(d) Sufficient information about a user interface element including the identity, operation and state of the element shall be available to Assistive Technology. When an image represents a program element, the information conveyed by the image must also be available in text.	Supported	The Pandora Data System uses Microsoft Active Accessibility (MSAA) to expose information. The Pandora Data System provides sufficient information about user interface elements and program elements represented by images are available in text.
(e) When bitmap images are used to identify controls, status indicators, or other programmatic elements, the meaning assigned to those images shall be consistent throughout an application's performance.	Supported	The Pandora Data System provides consistent usage of bitmap and other graphical elements.
(f) Textual information shall be provided through operating system functions for displaying text. The minimum information that shall be made available is text content, text input caret location, and text attributes.	Supported	The Pandora Data System provides textual information through operating system functions for displaying text at required minimum levels.
(g) Applications shall not override user selected contrast and color selections and other individual display attributes.	Supported	The Pandora Data System does not override user selected contrast and color selections or display attributes.
(h) When animation is displayed, the information shall be displayable in at least one non-animated presentation mode at the option of the user.	Supported	The Pandora Data System provides functionality that meets these criteria.
(i) Color coding shall not be used as the only means of conveying information, indicating an action, prompting a response, or distinguishing a visual element.	Supported	The Pandora Data System does not use color coding as the only means of conveying information to users.
(j) When a product permits a user to adjust color and contrast settings, a variety of color selections capable of producing a range of contrast levels shall be provided.	Supported	The Pandora Data System provides functionality that meets these criteria.
(k) Software shall not use flashing or blinking text, objects, or other elements having a flash or blink frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz.	Supported	The Pandora Data System does not use any flashing or blinking elements.
(l) When electronic forms are used, the form shall allow people using Assistive Technology to access the information, field elements, and functionality required for completion and submission of the form, including all directions and cues.	Supported	The Pandora Data System provides functionality that meets these criteria.
Section 1194.31 Functional Performance Criteria - Detail
Criteria	Supporting Features	Remarks and explanations
(a) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user vision shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired shall be provided.	Supported	The Pandora Data System supports Microsoft Active Accessibility. This enables commonly used assistive technologies, such as screen readers, to be used with t he Pandora Data System. Therefore, user vision is not required for using the core functionality of the products.
(b) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require visual acuity greater than 20/70 shall be provided in audio and enlarged print output working together or independently, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are visually impaired shall be provided.	Supported	Users of Microsoft Windows operating systems can access Microsoft Magnifier and High Contrast Settings in the Accessibility Options to enlarge the screen display. An assistive aid may also be used.
(c) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user hearing shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing shall be provided	Supported	Sound is not used as a sole method of input/output, so user hearing is not required.
(d) Where audio information is important for the use of a product, at least one mode of operation and information retrieval shall be provided in an enhanced auditory fashion, or support for assistive hearing devices shall be provided.	Not Applicable	The Pandora Data System does not use auditory information.
(e) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user speech shall be provided, or support for Assistive Technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided.	Not Applicable	The Pandora Data System does not require user speech.
(f) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions and that is operable with limited reach and strength shall be provided.	Supported	The Pandora Data System does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions. Keyboard access provides all of the functionality required.
Section 1194.41 Information, Documentation, and Support - Detail
Criteria	Supporting Features	Remarks and explanations
Section 1194.41 (a) Product Support Documentation provided to end-users shall be made available in alternate formats upon request, at no additional charge.	Supported	Product Help is provided only as a User Guide that ships in the retail box. HTML Help can be accessed using accessibility aids and is available at no additional charge.
Section 1194.41 (b) Accessibility and Compatibility Features. End-users shall have access to a description of the accessibility and compatibility features of products in alternate formats or alternate methods upon request, at no additional charge.	Supported	The “Accessibility” section in the product Help describes accessibility features, customization options, and keyboard shortcuts.
1194.41 (c) Support Services for products shall accommodate the communication needs of end-users with disabilities.	Supported	Support for deaf and hard-of-hearing users is provided by email 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays.

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