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# Re: State of Virginia Red Oval questions

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- Subject: Re: State of Virginia Red Oval questions
- From: "Greg Forsythe" <gfglobal@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 29 Aug 2001 16:47:22 -0400
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Larry Dix
> To: Support@gesn.com
> Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 4:30 PM
> Subject: State of Virginia Red Oval questions

> I received a call from State of Virginia with the following questions regarding red ovals and I need assistance in responding.

> 1.) Can we use red ovals? Yes the color of red ink must be Pantone 032

> 2. ) Are there issues with the blind population in regards to seeing the red ovals? According to the National Institute for the Blind, 90% of the blind have limited vision. Those that are colour blind see colour in shades of grey. Red is seen as almost black. The ideal is a 14 point font on white paper with good lighting. I would think that using one of those technician's lamps with the circular fluorescent lamp and magnification would be ideal. I believe they are used for repairing circuit boards.

> 3.) What is the acceptable width of the line that makes up the red oval?

> 4.) Can I print all ovals in black and then make a second pass at the ballot covering the black ovals with red ink? I have run an election with this combination. About 4,000 voters. No problems.

> 5.) Does anyone have the printer specs for red ovals?

> They would like a response by September 1, 2001 so that they can discuss at a state wide meeting.

> I would suggest you call the local blind association and discuss what is ideal.

> Greg

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> Larry J. Dix

> Vice President of Operations

> Global Election Systems

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