Mayer-Johnson, LLC, A Division of Dynavox Technologies

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United States
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Products manufactured by Mayer-Johnson, LLC, A Division of Dynavox Technologies (listed alphabetically)

1. BOARDMAKER SYMBOL ADDENDUM LIBRARIES (1998, 2000, 2002, & 2004 EDITIONS)

   Boardmaker Addendum Libraries are a symbolic language picture creation programs designed for use with Boardmaker (see separate entry). These libraries were created in response to Boardmaker users' requests The 1998 Edition ncludes symbols for each of the 50 states, history symbols, animals, foods, entertainment, people, descriptive words, and more. The 2000 Library contains more than 1,300 symbols, including public signs, country symbols, and country flags. The 2002 Library has more than 1,200 symbols, including bathroom skills, behavioral problems, and science categories. The 2004 Library contains more than 1,000 symbols including behavior, animals, food, health, school, and grooming categories. A picture index is included with each. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on Macintosh computers and IBM and compatible computers equipped with Windows. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: CD-ROM drive.

2. CALCU-SCAN (MODEL M126)

   CalcuScan, model M126, is a scanning calculator program designed for use by students with sverere physical or neurological disabilities, cerebral palsy, or low vision. This calculator program can be used as a classroom math aid for teachers and students. Multiple key layout options and access modes are provided to suit specific teacher and student needs. The user can edit and reassign key names and functions; display calculator key layouts at any size, up to full-screen, with high-contract keys and digits; enter answers to problems with or without using the calculator functions; specify and save layout, access, sound, miscellaneous, and work options (for example, scan interval, say value, auditory scan, scroll/normal register); and display or print records of student progress. Scanning modes include auto, inverse, and one- or two-switch scans, and dwell access for head-pointing devices. In the Problem Editor, teachers can view, create, and edit math problems and save lists of problems. Numeric problems and word problems are entered just as they will be displayed to the student. The program can display math problems to be solved by the student using the calculator or by entering the answer directly. OPTIONS: Keystrokes Onscreen Keyboard, model F1OI102. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows operating system.

3. CLIP WITH CHAIN

   The Clip with Chain is a carrying aid for a communicator designed to be used by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The clip features a belt clip, a nine-inch chain and a ring that attaches to the grommet hole of a communication aid. It allows the user to carry a small pocket communication aid for easy retrieval and helps to ensure that the aid is not lost.

4. COMMUNICATION BINDER

   The Communication Binder is a Communication book designed for use with a symbolic language system for nonspeech or limited speech persons. This three-ring binder contains sheets to which communication symbols may be attached. The pages are printed with blank grids of one or two inch squares, and have non-glare vinyl sleeves that resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied symbols. The front cover of the binder has a pocket for an identification card. Each binder comes with five vinyl sheet protectors with two grids each, and one extra grid sheet. Additional grids and protectors are available. DIMENSIONS (WxH): 8.88 x 11.38 inches.

5. COMMUNICATION FOLDER & TRI-FOLDER

   The Communication Folder and Tri-folder are communication books designed for use as part of a symbolic language system. The vinyl covered folder contains sheets printed with grids that are covered by transparent, non-glare vinyl pockets. Communication symbols may be affixed to the pockets to provide a quick and easy-to-read communication display. The vinyl pockets resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied communication symbols. Two spare grid sheets are provided with each folder; more are available. DIMENSIONS: The Communication Folder opens to 19.25 x 11 2/3 inches to display four 8.5 x 11 inch grids. The three-panel Tri-folder opens to 29.5 x 11 2/3 inches (folds to 9.5 x 11 2/3 inches) to display six 8.5 x 11 inch grids.

6. C-SPEAK APHASIA

   C-Speak Aphasia is a language tutorial program designed for use by adults with aphasia. The program provides a complete set of boards for use with Boardmaker, Boardmaker Plus, or Boardmaker with Speaking Dynamically Pro version 5 or higher. Pictures are selected on screen and combined to create a message which can be written or spoken. Little or no reading comprehension or spelling ability is required. Some boards are designed to be customized for the individual. The program includes a training manual, 85 Speaking Dynamically Pro boards, a screening test with 15 Speaking Dynamically Pro boards, 28 stimulus cards, and a score sheet. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers.

7. EVERBODY'S DOING IT!

   Everybody's Doing It! is a personal skills tutorial program, symbolic language pictures, and a visual symbol training program designed to teach people who communicate nonvocally or who have speech impairments about their health. This symbolic picture communication book provides 440 pages of full body action pictures to be customized by the user. This book targets 55 commonly used verbs in 527 action situations. Each action is depicted in at least three situations, giving the user multiple opportunities to generalize about his or her understanding and usage of each target verb. The pictures are adaptable to many different types of language activities including facilitating language in students with language delays, training and expanding communication board use, improving word retrieval skills, and retraining receptive and expressive language skills in people with traumatic brain injuries. The characters in the pictures are "bald" so the user can decide gender as well as hair style; the characters' mouths are left blank so the user can decide what expression is appropriate; and the character's and scenes of each picture may be colored as desired. A communication board is provided in the book to help some clients communicate how they want their character personalized. The board includes colors, descriptive words, feeling, and clothing items. An appendix with more than 200 one-inch verb symbols is also included.

8. FACTS BOARD

   The FaCTS Board is a communication board designed to be a simple, inexpensive, low-tech device for facilitated communication. The board consists of card stock printed with the alphabet in QWERTY format and some blank spaces. The back side of the sheet has all blank spaces, which may be used for picture symbols or words. The card stock attaches with report clips to a plexiglass template with .5-inch holes for each letter on the keyboard. The holes provide tactile feedback and a more defined visual target. An instructional booklet explaining the basics of facilitated communication, suggestions for using the FaCTS Board, and a list of additional resources is included. The board comes with a vinyl carrying case for portability. DIMENSIONS: Board is 8.5 x 11 inches.

9. FOOD BINGO, CLOTHING BINGO, & GROOMING BINGO

   Food Bingo, Clothing Bingo and Grooming Bingo are pre-reading tutorial programs designed to reinforce common picture symbols for persons with language disabilities. These are low-level games using the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) and may be played by up to 20 players.

10. FOOD KIT

    The Food Kit is a group of symbolic language pictures designed for teaching basic language skills using the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) to nonspeech or limited speech students. The kit focuses on 53 common food and drink nouns, persons, and the verbs "like," "don't like," "eat," and "drink." Included are 44 or 88 stamps for each symbol, two decks of 54 playing cards with 2-inch versions of the picture symbol set, masters of duplicable worksheets, large stimulus cards to promote discussion of themes, suggestions for adapting materials, masters of symbols, "people" symbols to be customized to represent clients, blank food container shapes to allow clients to create symbols, and instructions for conducting suggested activities.

11. GOTALK POCKET (MODEL GT-P06)

    GoTalk Pocket, model GT-P06, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This hand- or pocket-sized communicator has six message keys with five levels, for a total of 30 possible messages. Overlays slide in place and are stored in a removable compartment on the back. Total recording time is 5 minutes. The casing is rugged and contoured. POWER: Uses 3 triple-A batteries (included). WEIGHT: 7 ounces.

12. HOLIDAY KIT

    The Holiday Kit is a communication board designed for use with the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) for use by nonspeech or limited speech persons. The holiday symbols are intended to motivate spontaneous conversation about holidays and other special occasions. The kit includes pre-made boards for Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter, birthdays, Halloween, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Thanksgiving, and Valentines Day. Duplicable symbol masters are also included for the above holidays, along with Labor Day, July 4, St. Patrick's Day, six Jewish holidays, Memorial Day, Presidents Day, April Fools Day, Veterans Day, and Martin Luther King Day. The symbol masters include over 250 symbols, 130 of which are not in Picture Communication Symbols Book 1 or 2 (see entry). Blank color-coded boards (six of each), a vinyl folder, an information sheet about each special day, and two reproduceable worksheet masters (one to be filled in before a special day and one to be filled in afterwards) are also included. DIMENSIONS: Pre-made and blank color-coded boards are provided in both one- and two-inch sizes.

13. I CAN PLAY, TOO!

    I Can Play, Too! is a voice output game program and speech training program designed for use with various card and board games to allow a nonverbal individual to use a computer for his or her speech output while playing. Screens are included for the following games: Go Fish; Red Light, Green Light; Cootie; Checkers; Battleship; Simon Says; and other general board games. Features of the program include a child's human speech; touches of animation, including a tumbling musical die; a manual with practical information on how to adapt these games so that all students will have fun and be included; and multiple access choices including mouse, joystick, touchscreen, alternative keyboard, Unicorn Board, Intellikeys, Light Talker, Touch Talker, and switches. When using scanning with a single or two switches includes normal scan, step scan, inverse scan, group/item scan, or item scan in a linear or circular pattern. All scanning modes allow the user to vary scanning speed and the number of repetitions before the scan goes back to the beginning. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh Plus or greater computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: A HyperCard 2.0 or higher, 2 Megabytess of Random Access Memory (RAM), and a hard drive with 5 Megabytes of disk space available.

14. INDIVIDUALIZED COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

    Individualized Communication Systems are communication boards designed for instructing non-vocal persons in the fundamentals of non-speech communication. Each plastic board features a set of clear vinyl pockets. Communication symbols of any type may be placed in the pockets, which are secured by a clear, non-glare plexiglass cover that snaps on top. Seven colors of card stock paper are included for mounting the communication symbols. The boards are primarily designed to aid teachers and therapists in training non-vocal persons to use picture symbols. They are not intended for use as a long-term communication system. DIMENSIONS: An 8.5 x 11 inches board with 1 inch pockets, and an 11.75 x 19 inches board with 2 inch pockets are available.

15. INTRODUCTION TO KITCHEN APPLIANCES

    Introduction to Kitchen Appliances is are symbolic language pictures and an independent living skills tutorial and safety awareness tutorial program designed to provide symbolic language pictures, along with text, for teaching the use of appliances in school or home settings to people who communicate nonvocally or who have other disabilities. This daily living skills workbook includes units on the stove, oven, freezer, microwave, refrigerator, and a review section. Each chapter moves in sequence from general to specific facts. New information is gradually increased with continuous repetition. The review chapter compares and contrasts the appliances. Both function and safety tips are incorporated into the lessons. The worksheets are self- explanatory, and Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) are used throughout so that students do not require reading skills to respond to questions. After each appliance is introduced, there are cut and past, multiple choice, and fill in the blank activities.

16. KEY RETURN

    The key return is designed to be used as a carrying aid for a communicator by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The key return features a 24-inch retractable chain which attaches to a small communication aid, board or notebook for easier carrying. A clip belt is attached to the retractable chain for easy access and carrying.

17. LANGUAGE BUILDER OCCUPATION PICTURE CARDS

    The Language Builder Occupation Picture Cards are symbolic language pictures designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This set of 115 functional photo cards shows 61 up-to-date occupational images using both men and women. In addition to assisting with communication, the cards can be used to teach occupational labels, community helpers, gender labels, pronouns, and storytelling. DIMENSIONS: Each card is 3 x 5 inches.

18. LIFE EXPERIENCES COMMUNICATION KIT

    The Life Experiences Communication Kit is a communication board designed to teach 11 separate lessons in daily life experiences to non-speech or limited speech students. The lesson plans cover such activities as "Make Juice," or "Wash Face," or "Go Restaurant." Each lesson comes with a Miniature Communication Board with the appropriate color-coded Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication Symbols (a total of six boards with some designed to be used for more than one lesson), a step-by-step Picture Direction Sheet for the student, and an instruction sheet for the teacher. Additional boards and symbols are available at extra cost. SIZE (w x h): 8.5 inches x 11 inches.

19. LISTEN TO THIS

    Listen to This is a memory improvement activity designed to provide repetive practice in the five areas of categorization, word retrieval, auditory association, problem solving, and auditory memory for persons with cognitive disabilities or non-verbal individuals of any age. No reading is required to successfully complete the exercises.

20. LONG WALLET

    The Long Wallet is a communication book for use as part of a symbolic language system for persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech disability. The wallet features a symbol display which fits easily into a back pants pocket. It comes with a grommet so that it can be attached to a belt with a strap or clip. CAPACITY: The wallet will hold 576 one-inch pictures. DIMENSIONS: 4 x 8.5 inches.

21. MEGA BOOK

    The Mega-Book is a communication book and symbolic language system designed for use by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. This full sized folder features 12 top loading cover sheets seamed into the book. The book contains a third half-panel which can be used for common vocabulary in a ready reference format. Grids are not included. CAPACITY: At full capacity, the book holds 580 two-inch symbols or 2,320 one-inch symbols. DIMENSIONS: Each cover sheet holds an 8.5 x 11 inch display.

22. MID-SIZED COMMUNICATION BOOK

    The Mid-Sized Communication Book is a communication book designed to accommodate communication symbols for non-speech or limited-speech persons. The vinyl covered folder features twelve non-glare vinyl page covers that resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied communication symbols. Replacement grids are also available; contact manufacturer for details. The book includes a grommet for attachment to a belt clip or strap. CAPACITY: The book is designed to hold 624 one-inch or 156 two-inch communication symbols. DIMENSIONS: 5.13 x 6.75 inches

23. NYLON STRAP

    The Nylon Strap is a carrying aid for a communicator designed for use as a by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The adjustable strap snaps in two different lengths and features a key ring on the plastic snap hook. The strap is designed to go around a belt or wheeelchair armrest and clips onto a communication book that has a grommet hole.

24. PCS COLOR STICKERS

    PCS Color Stickers are symbolic language stickers designed to be used on most communication devices. The stickers are peel and stick versions of the Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). The stickers feature six background colors, organized according to topic. Two copies of the 596 most commonly used PCS vocabulary items from Picture Communication Symbols, Books I, II, and III are included with each set. DIMENSIONS: .75 inch square

25. PCS GALLERY

    PCS Gallery is a communication device accessory and symbolic language picture library for children and adults with learning disabilities. The software includes nearly 3,500 colorful Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) used on communication boards on and off the computer. Users can make on-screen displays, scan windows or create overlays for alternate keyboards. The PCS backgrounds are color-coded by category and include people, verbs, adjectives, fast foods, restaurant logos, games and more. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Requires Ke:nx 3.0 or Ke:nx On:Board 1.0.8 MB on hard drive.

26. PCS STAMPS

    PCS Stamps are symbolic language stickers designed to be used on most communication devices. The stamps are versions of the Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication Symbols printed and designed for use as lick-and-stick stamps. Four stamp sets are available, containing 4 to 12 copies of each of 1,100 symbols. Book I offers a total of 5,400 stamps (700 symbols) and is available in Black on White Stamps ($29. 00) or Color-Coded Stamps ($34.00), color-coded by topic. Book II Black on White ($39.00) contains 9,100 stamps (over 1,100 symbols), as does Book II Color-Coded ($44.00). SIZE: 1 inch square.

27. PCS WORDLESS EDITION

    The PCS Wordless Edition is a volume of symbolic language pictures designed for use by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The 240-page spiral bound book features 1,600 symbols taken from the Picture Communication Symbols Books I and II (see separate entry). The words located over the symbols have been removed for using the symbols on various voice machine overlays or for translation into other languages. The pages of the spiral bound book are easy to duplicate. DIMENSIONS: Each symbol comes in a 2-inch, 1-inch, and .75-inch size.

28. PICTURE COMMUNICATION SYMBOLS BOOK I, II, III & PICTURE COMMUNICATION SYMBOLS COMPLETE SET

    Picture Communication Symbols Book I, II, and III are black and white line drawings designed for use with non-vocal communication systems, such as communication boards. Each drawing is labeled with a word, and abstract symbols are represented by a word. The pages may be photo-copied and cut apart. Book I features over 700 different communication symbols, and comes with a starter guide illustrating the basics of making communication boards. Book II includes 1,100 additional symbols, and features such topic areas as fast food restaurants, religion, sexuality, computers, and conversational discourse phrases such as "please repeat." Book III contains an additional 1,400 symbols. The complete set ($119) includes all three books. DIMENSIONS: Pictures are presented in .75-, 1- or 2-inch squares.

29. PICTURE SYMBOL LOTTO GAME

    The Picture Symbol Lotto Game is a perceptual training activity designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. Each game includes four sturdy lotto boards and thirty-six matching cards. The game strengthens symbol recognition, matching, and color-coding skills. It can be played by 1 to 4 players.

30. PLAYING DYNAMICALLY

    Playing Dynamically is a symbolic language picture library designed for use with children with communication disabilities and autism. This program provides over 70 communication boards that combine language development and play, providing action, variety, and a choice of control. The program displays 13 commonly available toys on a toy shelf, with additional choices available in a toy store. When a toy or an activity is selected, corresponding communication boards on the computer screen enable the user to talk while playing. Board choices are arranged on two shelves, primary for young children and secondary for older individuals. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers.

31. POCKET-SIZED & DOUBLE POCKET-SIZED COMMUNICATION BOOK

    The Pocket-Sized and Double Pocket-Sized Communication Books are vinyl covered notebooks designed for use with symbolic language systems by nonspeech or limited speech persons. Communication symbols may be affixed to the pages of either book; the pages come with clear, non-glare vinyl protectors that resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied communication symbols. Additional grid pages are available at extra cost. The books also feature a grommet for attachment to a belt clip or strap. CAPACITY: The pocket-sized notebook holds 144 one-inch symbols; the double notebook holds 288 one-inch symbols. DIMENSIONS: Small book 3.2 x 4.2 inches; Large book 4 x 5.3 inches.

32. PRACTICE COMMUNICATION CARDS

    Practice Communication Cards are a visual symbol training system, a symbolic language system, and symbolic language pictures designed for use by nonspeech or limited speech students. The notecards feature a line drawing on the front and a target word on the back for use as flash cards; i.e., the instructor shows the student a card, and the student tries to make the target response. Each set consists of 135 cards that test 42 words commonly used on communication boards. Instructions and suggestions are included. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 7 inches.

33. PRINT 'N PLAY

    Print 'N Play is a language tutorial program designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This program includes more than 50 bingo and mystery game boards for language skills. The CD-ROM also features motivational games for themes, holidays, and special occasions. The games can be printed directly from the CD-ROM or they can be dragged to the user's hard drive to enable the games to be customized. COMPATIBILITY: This CD-ROM contains versions for use on Macintosh computers and IBM and compatible computers equipped with Windows95.

34. SENTENCE KEY & PICTURE SENTENCE KEY

    Sentence Key and Picture Sentence Key are language tutorial programs and reading tutorial programs designed to teach language structure for children with autism and other disorders. The main objective of the programs is to teach a student how to make a phrase saying "who is doing what". As pictures are selected to make the phrase, the computer speaks in a clear digitized speech. When the sentence is completed, the entire sentence is spoken and an animated picture appears depicting the sentence. Both programs are HyperCard stacks; Picture Sentence Key uses symbolic pictures and text; Sentence Key works the same way except that it uses text instead of pictures. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh Plus or greater computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: A hard disk and any version of HyperCard.

35. SIMPLE SYMBOL STORIES

    Simple Symbols Stories is a story reading program designed for use with children with communication disabilities. This program contains 20 stories cleverly read by a variety of people. The stories are written in short rhyming sentences and include humorous illustrations. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers.

36. SIMPLY SILLY ABOUT SYNTAX

    Simply Silly About Syntax is a language training system filled with low-level language exercises designed for individuals of all ages who need repetitive practice expressing basic three and four word sentence structures. This 280-page book uses Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) to create sentences allowing use by both speaking and nonverbal students. Several main characters are used throughout the book so that users get to know them and how they behave, allowing for comparisons and encouragement of language use. One aspect of this program is that the user gets to express "silly" thoughts, reinforcing that language can be fun as well as practical. The book is divided into eight chapters according to what parts of speech and parts of sentences: object, verb, subject, descriptor, verb and objects, subject and verb, verb an descriptor, and the entire sentence. The program focuses on the five main topic areas of grooming, meals, body parts, clothing, and chores. All chapters and topics use consistent and repetitive vocabulary so that the user may concentrate on sentence structure.

37. SPEAKING DYNAMICALLY & SPEAKING DYNAMICALLY PRO

    Speaking Dynamically and Speaking Dynamically Pro are symbolic communicator, direct selection communicator, and scanning symbol communicator programs designed for making customized, multi-level, picture or word communication boards with speech output. These programs may be used as tools for teaching cause and effect, switches, scanning, symbol training, phrase and sentence structure, spelling, word prediction, or reading activities. As assessment tools, these programs can evaluate augmentative communication needs, the best mode of access for an individual, the best method of training and practice, and the device requirements most beneficial for the individual user. The user designs the activities and decides what actions will occur when a picture is selected. Selecting a picture can activate speech, change screens, or both activate speech and change screens. The final result is a dynamic changing display of multiple screens. A picture may be selected using many different access methods. Using the Speaking Dynamically programs in conjunction with the Mayer-Johnson BoardMaker program (see separate entry) provides access to the more than 3,000 Picture Communication Symbols in the PCS Books I, II, and III. In addition to the features listed below, Speaking Dynamically Pro offers improved graphics handling, word processing, and word prediction; pop-up boards; verb tensing; access improvements; environmental control unit control; and new button actions. FEATURES: Choice of using text to speech or recorded speech; color for symbols, text, or photographs; sentence building buttons, allowing the user to change screens while stringing pictures or text together to make phrases; auditory scanning; multiple scanning modes including normal, step, inverse, group/item, or row/column; variable scanning speed and changeable number of repetitions; adjustable fonts and sizes in both preview and typing displays; and the ability to bring in pictures from the clipboard to customize symbols or scan in photos. This program allows the Macintosh computer to provide facilitated communication with printed and speech output. MULTIPLE ACCESS: Selections may be made using the mouse, joystick, touchscreen, keyboard, alternate keyboard, single switch, or multiple switches. OPTIONS: Optional equipment or software includes Boardmaker (see separate entry) since Speaking Dynamically does not include pictures; and a touchscreen for the Macintosh; MultiVoice. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers. Compatible speech synthesizer equipment includes DECTalk, Multivoice, Portable Too, Real Voice, Infovox, or MacinTalk (included with the program). SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Speaking Dynamically requires a 68020 processor or better, System 7.1 or higher, an a minimum of 4 megabytes RAM (8 MB recommended.) Speaking Dynamically Pro requires an LC or better with System 7.1 and 8 MB RAM or System 7.5 and 12 MB RAM. A switch interface is required if single or multiple switches are to be used.

38. STORIES ABOUT ME

    Stories About Me is a communication book designed to allow users of all ages to write and read stories about themselves in order to encourage communication and writing skills, and reinforce basic reading skills such as left to right progression and some sight word reading. Each story in this workbook is 4 to 5 lines long and made primarily with Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). The user fills in the blanks to personalize each story. More than 200 pages of reducible stories are divided into the categories of home and family, activity, holiday, health and augmentative aids, school, sports, and weather. Included in the book are a ready-made parent letter, questionnaire, and activity form to provide a simple, efficient way to receive information from home for the stories, and to encourage parent involvement.

39. TEST OF AIDED-COMMUNICATION SYMBOL PERFORMANCE (TASP)

    The Test of Aided-Communication Symbol Performance (TASP) is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessment battery designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This test of symbolic skills provides a starting point for designing or selecting an appropriate page set for an AAC device. The test can also be used to help design communication boards. Results can also help in establishing appropriate AAC intervention goals and strategies targeting symbolic and syntactic development, and can be used to benchmark progress in aided communication performance. Subtests, which can be administered over a period of sessions, are included for symbol size and number, grammatical encoding, categorization and syntactic performance. Basals and ceilings are established for each subtest. The test can be administered to children or adults who have the physical ability of functional pointing. Administration time is 10 to 20 minutes, and scoring procedures are objective and rapid. Test forms are reproducible.

40. THIS IS THE ONE I WANT

    This is the One I Want is a communication book designed to provide constructive, organized communication activities for nonverbal individuals. This book integrates the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) into a series of entertaining but structured activities and exercises. This activity book may be appropriate for any low functioning student who enjoys creating simple pictures, and use of the picture symbols may also allow students with physical disabilities to participate by directing activities. The book is divided into five chapters dealing with the topics of food, holidays and seasons, the environment, around the house, and out in the community. Each chapter consists of multiple lesson activities dealing with the chapter's theme topic. Each lesson in a chapter contains detailed recommended instructions on how the lesson is to be completed, allowing for aids and parents to conduct each lesson; drawings to cut out, color, and paste together to create a picture; 1 to 3 pages of questions to answer about the picture just completed with multiple choice symbol answers so no reading is required by the student; a suggested list of questions on the activity topic that may be used to stimulate spontaneous conversation; a communication board with symbols that correspond to the chapter lessons. All lesson materials may be duplicated on copying machines, so the book may be used over and over again with multiple individuals.

41. VOICEPOD

    VoicePod is a digital recorder and playback unit for direct selection communiction cards designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This portable recording and playback unit enables the user to create talking cards using photos, language cards and Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). It includes 36 reusable, two-sided sleeves for up to 72 stored messages, which can be up to nine seconds each. Messages can be erased and re-recorded. A record-lock feature prevents accidental erasures. The unit includes an attachable PRESS/PLAY bar. It comes with 36 dual-sided cards, plastic storage boxes, and an instruction book. POWER: Uses 3 triple-A batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (LxW): 5.5 x 4.5 inches.

42. WHAT'S IN YOUR HOME? & WHAT'S IN YOUR COMMUNITY?

    What's In Your Home? and What's In Your Community? are language tutorial programs and communication books designed to supplement communication and independent living classes for students who need practice with such skills as symbol identification, association, matching, workbook skills (drawing, circling, cutting, and pasting), and working independently. Symbols are presented that students need to use in everyday living, such as "chair", "store", and "bedroom". Illustrations are also included to facilitate association between the symbol and real life. Each workbook includes 9 discussion sheets, 9 study sheets, 45 vocabulary and association worksheets, 3 unit reviews, and 6 multiple choice unit review worksheets. Each of the consumable workbooks is available individually ($8), or in sets of 5 workbooks ($35).

43. WIDGIT LITERACY SYMBOLS WITH BOARDMAKER

    Widgit Literacy Symbols with Boardmaker is a symbolic language picture library designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This collection includes the Widgit Literacy Symbols (WLS) set, consisting of over 8,000 symbols, covering a vocabulary of over 24,000 words, as a Boardmaker Addendum. Widgit Literacy Symbols have been developed to support literacy and to help make information accessible to those struggling with traditional orthography. The symbols feature simple line drawings, and cover a range of terms common in elementary and secondary education. The full library of symbols is included in both color and black-and-white. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh or Windows-based computer systems.

44. WRITING ACTIVITIES

    Writing Activities is a writing skills training system designed for use with children with communication disabilities. This program includes 13 writing activities and more than 240 boards. Users can compose stories by selecting words or pictures. Upon completion, writing exercises can be read aloud or printed in word or picture format. Activities include making grocery lists, to do lists, Christmas and Channukah lists, birthday and vacation lists, story composition, making greeting cards, writing to a pen pal, and writing sentences. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers.

45. WRITING WITH SYMBOLS - SPANISH

    Writing with Symbols - Spanish is a picture-based voice output word processing program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This Spanish-language program is a version of Writing with Symbols 2000 (see entry). It enables individuals who do not recognize text to write with pictures. Picture symbols appear with each word as it is typed. The program also allows teachers and parents to make picture-based instructional materials, and includes a pictorial spell checker. The program includes over 3,800 Picture Communication Symbols, each in black and white and color, over 4,000 black and white Rebus symbols, with multiple symbols to choose from for many words. The user can import additional photos and graphics. Text and symbol sizes and background colors are adjustable, and symbols can appear above or below the text. The program supports scanning with one or two switches. Files created with the program can be saved as HTML documents. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 98 to XP operating system; Pentium II processor; 64 megabytes (MB) total system RAM; 250 MB program disk space; sound card; and CD drive.

46. WRITING WITH SYMBOLS 2000

    Writing with Symbols 2000 is a picture-based voice output word processing program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program enables individuals who do not recognize text to write with pictures. Picture symbols appear with each word as it is typed. The program also allows teachers and parents to make picture-based instructional materials, and includes a pictorial spell checker. The program includes over 3,800 Picture Communication Symbols, each in black and white and color, over 4,000 black and white Rebus symbols, with multiple symbols to choose from for many words. The user can import additional photos and graphics. Text and symbol sizes and background colors are adjustable, and symbols can appear above or below the text. The program supports scanning for one or two switches. Files created with the program can be saved as HTML documents. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 98 to XP operating system; Pentium II processor; 64 megabytes (MB) total system RAM; 250 MB program disk space; sound card; and CD drive.

47. ZOO KIT

    The Zoo Kit is a set of symbolic language pictures designed for teaching basic language skills to nonspeech or limited speech students. The kit focuses on 53 zoo animal nouns, descriptors, and verbs. Included are 44 or 88 stamps for each symbol, two decks of 54 playing cards with 2-inch versions of the picture symbol set, masters of duplicable worksheets, large stimulus cards to promote discussion of themes, suggestions for adapting materials, masters of symbols, and instructions for suggested activities.

Products distributed by Mayer-Johnson, LLC, A Division of Dynavox Technologies (listed alphabetically)

1. ADVOCATE+ WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

   AdVOCAte+ With Environmental Control is a direct selection and scanning communicator and environmental control unit designed for use by indviduals with communication or speech disabilities together with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This portable unit provides environmental control capabilities with recorded speech output for communication. It has the same speech output and auditory prompt features as the adVOCAte communicator (see separate entry), but in addition has trainable infrared output to learn the control codes of home entertainment equipment, and a library of infrared codes to operate GEWA and Possum environmental control peripherals. The unit can be accessed by direct selection using either the unit's keypad or up to four external switches. Scanning uses high legibility LEDs or auditory prompts; scanning modes include single-switch automatic scanning, single-switch inverse scanning, two-switch inverse scanning, and two-switch step scanning. The keyboard can be configured for 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 locations on five levels, including four levels with single selection and one level with key linking. The unit can record up to 16 minutes of messages, with up to 16 seconds recording per location. Also included are two built-in alarms to attract attention in case of emergency. OPTIONS: Link module; control module. POWER: Uses replaceable batteries. WEIGHT: 10 ounces.

2. BASE TRAINER (MODEL BT-4)

   Base Trainer, model BT-4, is a direct selection communicator and perceptual training activity designed for use by children with communication or speech disabilities. This augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device has four pockets holding switch plates in an in-line layout. Four audio messages can be recorded (up to 8 seconds per message) and played back by pressing one of the plates. To help users with object discrimination, picture cards and/or objects can be placed on an elevated platform with a card holder and Velcro securing strip, located behind the plates. Two output jacks are provided for external connections to control toys, appliances, and other devices. Two input jacks are provided for switch access. DIMENSIONS (LxW): Switch plates are 3 x 4 inches.

3. CHATBOX 40-XT

   ChatBox 40-XT is a direct selection, scanning, and keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This sturdy voice-output device speaks pre-recorded (digitized) or synthesized messages when the user presses buttons on its alphabetic/symbolic keyboard, which has 40 keys with 10 levels for a total of 400 messages. The device has 30 minutes of recording time, and supports single-switch, dual-switch, and joystick scanning, with auditory prompts for individuals with visual disabilities. Messages also appear on a two-line liquid crystal display (LCD). Keyboard grid formats are adjustable, and the unit can be connected to a computer to provide keyboard emulation. It has an earphone jack and a serial port. POWER: Uses rrechargeable battery with alternating current (AC) adapter. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 8 1/3 x 12 inches. WEIGHT: 2.25 pounds. COLORS: Red or white. WARRANTY: 12 months.

4. CHATPC-4

   ChatPC-4 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities or cerebral palsy. The unit has a color touch screen dynamic display that allows hundreds of communication pages to be linked together to meet the user’s communication needs for home, school, work, and other situations. The number of buttons on a page can be customized, along with the size, color, background, symbol, font, label, message, and action of each button. Vocabulary can be added and edited, and photos and other graphics can be imported for use as symbols. The unit comes with 3,000 picture communication symbols (PCS) and Loquendo and NeoSpeech speech synthesizers with male and female voices. Both synthesizers can pronounce words in U.S. English; Loquendo can also pronounce words in UK English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian. The included DesktopChat software has approximately 10,000 PCS symbols and 3,000 Imagine symbols. Software includes PalmChat, a word-based vocabulary program; VocabPC; 16 Primary and 16 Basic starter vocabularies; and Saltillo Sampler. The unit’s hardware is a rugged industrial PocketPC computer with a rubber housing. A screen protector also serves as a stand. Inserts on the back accommodate a wheelchair mounting plate and loops at the bottom of the unit accommodate a carrying strap. There are three models. The Standard model has limited text functions for individuals who primarily use symbols for communication, while the Plus model has word prediction dictionaries and other text-based features for individuals with existing or emerging literacy skills. Both models come loaded with PocketPC applications such as Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, a calendar and a calculator, and can run otherapplications. To meet Medicare and Medicaid guidelines, the Dedicated Plus model does not run PocketPC applications. The Dedicated Plus model comes with a carrying case. OPTIONS: Carrying case for Standard and Plus models; DecTalk speech synthesizer with adult male, adult female, child voices; and stylus for touch screen. POWER: Uses rechargeable lithium-ion battery. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 6.4 x 3.5 inches. The screen is 3.7 inches diagonally. WEIGHT: 19 ounces. COLOR: Blue or black. WARRANTY: One year for Standard or Plus model; three years for Dedicated Plus model.

5. COMMUNICATE: SYMWRITER (MODEL R1WD109)

   Communicate: Symwriter, model R1WD109, is a voice output symbolic word processor program designed for use by individuals with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program enables teachers, parents, and therapists to adapt written materials with symbols to create stories, sentence strips, directions, recipes, schedules, songs, poems, and worksheets. The program can also be used to create computer-based activities with voice output and symbol support, such as topical writing and sentence building, spelling and counting activities, assessments, and cross-curricular exercises. Parts of speech are automatically symbolized. Beginning writers or individuals unable to recognize text can write with symbol support and benefit from speech feedback, while text users benefit from a talking word processing program. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IB and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows Vista operating system.

6. DOLLAR & CENTS SOFTWARE

   The Dollars & Cents Software is a money management tutorial program designed to teach basic money concepts to people who have mental retardation or learning disabilities. These three software programs make up Attainment's Dollar and Cents Software Series. The First Money program, Level I, teaches the value of money to beginners and to those who do not read. It teaches money names and the concepts of equal value and what something is worth. Voice prompts and graphic prompts lead students through each segment, with each segment offering display or multiple choice options. Spending Money, Level II, a more advanced program, simulates making purchases and using the correct combinations of bills and/or coins. Students also learn comparison shopping at the "Money Mall" using a shopping list and computer cash. Making Change, Level III in the series, is the most advanced where users function like any store clerk by entering purchases and returning change. The program randomly generates hundreds of purchasing situations and makes an excellent vocational training and applied math program. Its features include animated graphics, quality audio and a Canadian currency option. Programs can be purchased as a package or separately on 3.5 inch diskette or CD-ROM. For students with physical disabilities, these programs are TouchWindow (see separate entry) accessible. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on Macintosh or IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Macintosh: A 68020 or higher microprocessor, 1 megabyte (MB) RAM, hard drive, Apple superdrive or high density 1.4 MB floppy disk drive, System 7 (version 7.0 or higher), 12-inch or larger color monitor, and a mouse or TouchWindow (see separate entry). For IBM and compatible computers Windows95 and a sound card are required. WARRANTY: The manufacturer guarantees complete satisfaction with this product or it may be returned for exchange, refund, or replacement within 30 days of the date of purchase.

7. FUNCTIONAL LIVING SKILLS AND BEHAVIORAL RULES CD

   The Functional Living Skills and Behavioral Rules CD is a behavioral training flash card program designed for use by parents and teachers of children and adults with behavioral, cognitive, and communication disabilities.The program contains over 1,000 full-color photographs of children, adolescents, and adults engaged in a variety of functional activities. Activity areas include daily schedules and routines, personal hygiene/grooming, toileting, homework, leisure, simple meal preparation, community, and behavioral rules. The CD includes formatting software similar to that in Picture This... Standard Edition (see separate entry). COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatibe computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP and the Macintosh version requires Mac OS 7.5 or higher. Both versions require a CD-Rom drive and a printer (preferably color).

8. GOTALK 20 PLUS

   GoTalk 20+ is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This lightweight, rugged device has a 105-message capacity (20 keys on each of five recording levels, plus five core messages which stay the same on each level). Total recording time is 15 minutes. Other features include volume control, sequential recording, whole level erasing, and built-in overlay storage. OPTIONS: GoTalk Overlay Software. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries (included), DIMENSIONS: 9 x 12 x 1 1/8 inches. Keys are 1 x 1 inch. WEIGHT: 23 ounces. WARRANTY: 1 year.

9. GOTALK 4 PLUS

   GoTalk 4+ is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This lightweight, rugged device has a 22-message capacity (four large message keys on five recording levels, plus two core messages that remain constant on all levels). Total recording time is 4.5 minutes. Other features include volume control, sequential recording, whole level erasing capability, and built-in overlay storage. OPTIONS: GoTalk Overlay Software for making custom overlays. POWER: Uses 2 double-A batteries (included). DIMENSIONS: 9 x 12 x 1 1/8 inches. Keys are 3 x 3 inches. WEIGHT: 23 ounces. WARRANTY: 1 year.

10. LIGHTWRITER (MODEL SL35)

    The LightWRITER SL35 is a hand-held, dual-display communication aid. The device consists of an oversize keyboard and two liquid crystal displays: one display faces the person typing, and the other faces the message recipient. A DECtalk Speech Synthesizer is included to allow phone conversations. A memory unit permits storage of lists, such as address files, or of a frequently used message, and the screen can prompt words for selection by sight. Control keys include backspace and clear keys for correcting mistakes, a replay key for rerunning messages, and a buzzer key for attracting attention. POWER: Rechargeable batteries. OPTIONS: A keyguard is available for use with the LightWRITER; contact manufacturer for further information on this and other options. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches. WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds.

11. LISTEN TO ME

    Listen to Me is a single-level direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This unit can record and play back voice messages on 12 message buttons, each with independently recordable sound bites of up to 10 seconds per button. Each button has a clear sleeve on top for exchangeable icons or pictures. A red/green light emitting diode (LED) indicates whether the unit is in record or playback mode. The unit is constructed of high impact plastic, and has an on/off/volume control with three loudness settings; a port for audio input from an external source; and a battery compartment on the rear of the unit with screw closure. The unit omes with a clear plastic carrying case with hand and shoulder straps. POWER: Uses 3 double-A batteries or an alternating current (AC) adapter (included). DIMENSIONS: 7 x 5 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 8.4 ounces.

12. MAGIC TOUCH ADD-ON TOUCH SCREEN KIT

    The Magic Touch Add-On Touch Screen Kit is a touch screen designed to provide computer access for individuals with upper extremity or cognitive disabilities. This add-on touch screen converts an existing computer monitor into a touch screen that can function in place of the mouse with most cause and effect and point-and-click software. Two hangers (included) support the unit's weight and Velcro fasteners (included) keep it attached to the monitor. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on Apple Macintosh and IBM and IBM-compatible personal and notebook computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, XP, or NT4.0; Apple iMac, G3, or G4; Linux. DIMENSIONS: Models for both versions are available for 13- to 21-inch monitors and 12- to 14-inch notebook computers.

13. PARTNER ONE / STEPPER

    The Partner One/Stepper is a direct selection sequential communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or cognitive disabilities. On this one-button sequential-messaging communication aid, messages are programmed in a preset order and played back in succession. Any number of steps can be recorded within the allotted recording time of 60 seconds. The recorded sequence can also be played in reverse order. The unit is lightweight and portable, and comes with input/output jacks, volume control, and reverse, repeat, and reset buttons. POWER: Uses 4 triple-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 2 x 4.5 x 5.5 inches. The overlay pocket is 3.5 x 3.5 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound. WARRANTY: Comes with a one year warranty.

14. PARTNER/ONE, PARTNER/TWO, & PARTNER/FOUR

    Partner / One, Partner / Two, and Partner / Four are direct selection communicators designed for individuals with communication disabilities. These self-contained augmentative communication devices have one, two, or four buttons with interchangeable picture overlays that play recorded messages when pressed. Partner/One has one button with 32 seconds of memory, Partner/Two has two buttons with 16 seconds of memory each, and Partner/Four has four buttons with 8 seconds of memory for each message. Each communicator has on/off volume control and an input/output jack for external hook ups. OPTIONS: Partner/Four is available with light emitting diode (LED) signals and vibrating feedback for users who are blind or have low vision. DIMENSIONS: Overlays are 3.5 inches square.

15. PICTURE SENTENCE KEY

    Picture Sentence Key is a language tutorial program designed for use by individuals with communication or language learning disabilities. This software program helps children learn how to put words together to make simple sentences by providing a structure within which the child can choose what words go together to make a sentence. The meaning in each statement is illustrated by an animated picture. Sentences concern activities such as eating, drinking, pouring, cleaning, sweeping, and household chores. After clicking on the Teacher button, the teacher can change the selection of symbols shown on screen, and set the difficulty level to easy, medium, or hard. The program comes in two volumes, each providing for more than 72 possible sentences, with animations and sets of Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). Control options include normal or inverse scanning; step (one switch) or manual (two switch) scanning for use with switch devices; and dwell mode access for use with head pointing devices. Student scores can be saved to a text file for long-term record keeping. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 95, 98SE, NT4, ME, 2000, or XP operating system; 64 megabytes (MB) RAM; 14 MB disk space; Pentium 166 megaHertz (MHz) processor or faster; and a sound card.

16. PICTURE SENTENCE MATCH

    Picture Sentence Match is a visual symbol training system designed for use by children with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This program helps students learn to identify and match a sequence of Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) with the corresponding sentence. The program presents either a random picture or a random sentence. The student then selects the matching sentence or the matching picture from two, three, or four choices. The action described by the sentence is shown, spoken, and/or animated. A teacher can set up the difficulty level and number of pictures or sentences to match. The program also provides options for voicing, reinforcement, and display. Other options include normal or inverse scanning and access by switch controls, head pointer, or other devices.

17. PICTURE THIS...

    Picture This... is a flash card program designed for use by parents and teachers of children with learning, cognitive, and language disabilities. The compact disk (CD) contains 2,700 photos in 30 different categories, along with a basic program that allows the user to format photos into various size flash cards with or without text. The high-resolution photos are shot against a plain background and are sorted into the following categories: Actions, animals, bathroom, bedroom, body, buildings, clothing, colors, electronics, emotions, food, furniture, holidays, household, kitchen, lineart, music, nature, opposites, people, places, prepositions, rooms, sequences, shapes, sports, tools, toys, travel, and vehicles. In addition to flash cards, the user can create lotto boards with different colored borders. OPTIONS: Regular edition or professional edition. The professional edition contains an additional 200 photos and three additional photo categories (health, what's different, and what's wrong), along with software that allows users to search pictures phonetically or by word; print labels in English, French, German, Spanish, or Italian; move and copy pictures; print custom-sized cards with or without colored borders; print colored labels above or below the picture; and use the clipboard to copy pictures into and out of the program. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers or Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: For the IBM compatible version, Windows 95/98/ME/XP/2000/NT (regular or professional edition), a printer (preferably color), and a CD-ROM drive are required. The Macintosh version requires MacOS 7.5 or higher (regular edition), or MacOS 8.5 or higher (professional edition), a printer (preferably color), and a CD-ROM drive.

18. RANDOMIZER

    The Randomizer is a random message communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device can record a series of messages and play them back in a random order. The Randomizer offers 90 seconds of recording time per level. Levels are independent and messages can be recorded in any order. Messages can be played by touching the surface of the device or using a connected external switch. Modes of operation include single message, jumble (messages play in random order), and eliminator (messages occur in random order, but once a message is played, that message is not played again until all messages have been played). Relay/switch output capabilities can be used for cause-effect skill building. Other uses for the Randomizer include greetings, rolling dice, choosing colors for a game, and picking teammates. Volume is adjustable. The device has an external speaker jack, an external switch jack and a relay jack for cause-and-effect use. POWER: Uses 9 volt battery (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 2.25 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches. WEIGHT: 10 ounces. COLOR: Red, yellow, green, blue, or purple top with black base.

19. SCHOOL ROUTINES AND RULES CD

    The School Routines and Rules CD is a behavior training flash card program designed for use by parents and teachers of children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This CD contains over 2,000 full-color photographs of young children (ages four to eight years) doing a variety of school routines and activities. The photographs can be used to teach routines and behavioral rules, to set expectations, and to promote skills acquisition and greater independence. Photo folders in this CD include the following content areas: Arrival/departure, art, bathroom, cafeteria, chores, circle time, classroom, facilities, free play, gym, health, math, music, no rules, one-on-one, occupational and physical therapy, reading , recess, science, seat work, speech therapy, supplies, visual aids, writing, and yes rules. The formatting software that comes with this CD is similar to that in Picture This... Standard Edition (see separate entry). COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computers and Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The IBM and compatible version requires Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP and the Macintosh version requires Mac OS 7.5 or higher. Both versions require a CD-Rom drive and a printer (preferably color).

20. SUPERTALKER

    SuperTalker is a direct selection and sequential message communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This eight-level communicator can be configured in four different grid formats with one, two, four, or eight cells, enabling a child to use the same device as his or her abilities and needs change. The unit has 16 minutes of recording time with variable message lengths. A step-ahead switch jack allows single switch users to play back messages sequentially. Other features include matching keyguards for each grid format; built-in keyguard storage; volume control; eight input jacks for single-switch access to any specific location; and compatibility with BoardMaker (see entry) overlay software. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (not included).

21. TALARA-32

    The Talara-32 is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This electronic communication aid has a keypad on which the number and size of keys can be changed to a variety of patterns with one to 32 keys. The communicator has four levels, which all use the same key pattern. Up to 45 minutes of messages can be recorded, with no restriction on message length per key. The messages are selected and spoken when the user selects a key either by pressing it directly, or by using a switch with scanning. The messages are usually represented with a paper overlay, which may display pictures, photos, graphics, or words. Available key layouts are 4 x 8, 2 x 1, 4 x 1, 2 x 2, 2 x 4, 4 x 4, or single key. POWER: Uses 4 AA batteries. DIMENSIONS (LxW): Keyboard is 7.75 x 11.5 inches. WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds.

22. TECH/SCAN 32 & TECH/SCAN 32 PLUS

    Tech / Scan 32 and Tech / Scan 32 Plus are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. These direct selection communicators can play back 32 separate messages per level on two, four, or six levels. Messages can be scanned in three different modes (Linear, Step, and Row/Column) at three different scan speeds (slow, fast, and medium). The scanning grid provides the user an uninterrupted view of the scanning lights without having to look through a hole in the overlay. This makes changing overlays easy for therapists, family members, and users by eliminating the need to punch holes into the overlays. Tech Scan 32 Plus has an audio prompt (an audible beep) to provide a scanning cue for users with low vision. These direct selection communicators are similar to Tech/Speak 32 (see separate entry), with the addition of scanning and/or audible scanning cues. Messages on both models are spoken in high-quality "Real Voice" audio. Messages are activated by a light touch on the surface of the message cells. Functions are controlled by switches on the back. There is an adjustable on/off volume control and level switch. The devices automatically turn off when not activated after five scanning sweeps, and turn back on with a touch of the user switch. These devices are drop resistant, able to withstand rough handling, such as falling off of a table or being thrown against a wall, and water resistant for easy cleaning, making them hygienic as well as resistant to adverse environmental conditions. A shoulder strap is included. POWER: Uses rechargeable battery pack. The battery provides up to eight hours of use with a recharging time of four hours. An alternating current (AC) charger is included. OPTIONS: Standard (2.25 second) or extended (4.5 second) message time. Tech/Scan 32 is available with two, four, or six levels, 32 messages per level; Tech/Scan 32 Plus is available only in a 6x32 version. WEIGHT: Less than two pounds.

23. TECH/SCAN 8 & TECH/SCAN 8 PLUS

    Tech / Scan 8 and Tech / Scan 8 Plus are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. These direct selection communicators each have eight message cells that produce clear audible four-second messages when pressed. Users can select from eight message sets (or levels), for a total of 64 messages. These devices are similar to Tech/Talk 8x8 (see separate entry) with the addition of scanning and audible prompts. On both of these direct selection communicators, the message cells can be scanned using a light emitting diode (LED) built into the case. Users can scan at three speeds, in linear or single switch step scan mode. In addition, Tech/Scan 8 Plus has an audible prompt, a beep that can be turned on or off. Both devices have a simple rotary on/off volume control, a level select switch, a built-in speaker and built-in recording, and jacks for external inputs or outputs. OPTIONS: Carrying case. DIMENSIONS: Message cells are 2.5 x 2.5 inches.

24. VOICE SWITCH

    The Voice Switch is a sound-based control switch designed for use by individuals with neurological or severe physical disabilities, and a sound production training device designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities. This device provides a switch closure to control connected assistive technology in response to sound production, and it can be used to train sound production capability by persons with speech disabilities, including persons who have limited ability to produce sounds with the larynx or voice box because of cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, brainstem stroke, or nerve damage due to injury or surgery. The device comes in a plastic case and all controls are on the front panel, while the input and output ports are located on the top panel. It is equipped with a removable belt clip.The unit contains software that analyzes an incoming sound to determine if it is human speech. The switch can be set up by the user to only accept speech sounds, or to accept any sound (including speech sounds) that meets the input requirements. Two knobs on the top panel enable the user to set the sound duration and volume required to activate the output relay. The third knob adjusts the volume of the auditory feedback to the user indicating that a sound has met the input requirements. The output relay is activated for 0.1 second (100 milliseconds). POWER: Uses two double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 2.5 x 0.75 inches. WEIGHT: Less than one pound.

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