CATscan.com

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PO Box 46199 Station 'G'
Vancouver, BC V6R 4
Canada
Telephone: 604-857-0828.
Fax: 604-857-2726.
Web: http://www.catscan.com/ekeg/index.html.

Discontinued products manufactured by CATscan.com (listed alphabetically)

1. ACTIVITY BOARD

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Activity Board is a communication training aid consisting of 21 three-inch squares in a seven by three array. The array is covered by a sheet of clear plastic that may be removed so that pictures, symbols, letters, numbers, colors, or shapes may be placed in the grid squares. Selections are made by pressing on a square. Multiple overlays may be constructed for a variety of users. The 21 squares on the Activity Board may be grouped to represent larger activation areas if desired. The Activity Board may be used to operate a battery-operated toy or device by connecting it to a jack on the device's control box corresponding to the proper square on the board. The Activity Board may be used to operate any battery-operated toy or device, but should not be used to control any device powered by 110V line current. A forty- square (ten by four array) version of the Activity Board is also available. Contact the manufacturer for details. One toy is included in the price of the board. A cable that allows any battery-operated device to be connected to the board is available for $25. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 24 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 5 pounds.

2. BREAKTHRU BOX

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- The Breakthru Box is a device that permits some membrane keyboards to be used as computer input devices. The box contains the electronics used in EKEG's stand-alone keyboards, and plugs into the microcomputer keyboard socket. A membrane keyboard which has at least 84 keys (6 x 14 layout) and a plug configured for the Adaptive Firmware Card is then plugged into the box. Examples of suitable keyboards are the Unicorn Board, MemKey Board, and Membrane Keyboard II (see separate entries). Additional features include audible click and light flash on key activation, and a DIP switch which allows repeat and delay rate adjustment. Four models are available. COMPATIBILITY: BTB 901AM is for Apple IIGS and Macintosh computers; BTB 901BX is for IBM PC and XT computers; BTB 901BA is for IBM AT and PS/2 computers; and BTB 901CA is for Commodore Amiga 2000 computers.

3. EKEG MINI KEYBOARDS (MODELS MIN 901AM, MIN 901BX, MIN 901BA)

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- The EKEG Mini Keyboards, models MIN 901AM, MIN 901BX, MIN 901BA, are designed for individuals with limited upper limb mobility. They have square keys, are waterprook and are covered by a clear plastic cover which can be peeled back to allow the use of overlays. There are three models available for IBM, Apple and Macintosh computers and all plug into their respective computers through the keyboard socket. They do not require additional hardware or software to operate which reduces the problem of not being able to run certain programs that might not be compatible otherwise. COMPATIBILITY: Available for Apple IIGS and Macintosh; IBM PC and XT compatibles; and IBM AT and compatibles and PS2's. DIMENSIONS: Two sizes are available: 7 x 3 inches with 0.5 inch square keys and 14 x 6 inches with 1 inch square keys.

4. EXPANDED KEYBOARD FOR APPLE II+ AND IIE

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboards for the Apple II+ and IIe are large panels designed to operate exactly like the standard Apple Keyboards, but having substantially larger (1.5-inch and 2-inch square) keys. These keyboards connect in such a way that the standard keyboard can remain in operation as well. Latching keys are provided for those keys such as SHIFT which would normally have to be held down at the same time as another key. The keyboards are flat, allowing overlays to be added. Expanded Keyboards for the Apple II+ and IIe send the same output to the computer as the standard keyboard to which they are equivalent, allowing the user to perform all the same functions. A keyguard consisting of a thick plastic coated wire grid is available ($75 extra). COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple II+ and Apple IIe computers. DIMENSIONS: 14 x 32 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 6 pounds.

5. EXPANDED KEYBOARD FOR APPLE MACINTOSH AND APPLE IIGS

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboard for the Apple Macintosh and the Apple IIGS is a large panel that operates like the standard keyboard, but has membrane keys. The keyboard contains its own microprocessor and has the same connector as the standard keyboard. Provision is made for having the standard keyboard connected and in operation at the same time as the expanded keyboard. Latching keys are provided for those keys such as SHIFT which would normally have to be held down at the same time as another key. The keyboard is flat, allowing overlays to be added. The surface is seamless and moisture-proof. Additional features include audible click and light flash on key activation, and a DIP switch which allows repeat and delay rate adjustment. The expanded keyboard sends the same output to the computer as the standard keyboard to which it is equivalent, allowing the user to perform all the same functions. A keyguard consisting of a thick, plastic-coated wire grid is also available ($75). COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple IIGS and Apple Macintosh computers. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 24 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 4 pounds.

6. EXPANDED KEYBOARD FOR AUTOMATIC TELEPHONE

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboard for Automatic Telephone is a system consisting of a speaker phone and an expanded keyboard that allows the user to dial by pressing 2-inch square keys. The telephone unit contains a combination speaker and microphone, and does not require the user to pick up the receiver to answer or to talk into the phone. Two models are available, one with space for 10 stored phone numbers for automatic dialing ($375) and the other with space for 32 stored phone numbers ($575). Both models will work on rotary dial or touch tone exchanges, and thick plastic-coated wire grid keyguards are available for both models ($45). An adjustable microphone is also available. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 14 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 4.5 pounds.

7. EXPANDED KEYBOARD FOR COMMODORE AMIGA

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboard for the Commodore Amiga is a large panel that operates like the standard Amiga keyboard, but has substantially larger (1.5-inch square) keys. The keyboard contains its own microprocessor and has the same connector as the standard keyboard. Provision is made for having the standard keyboard connected and in operation at the same time as the expanded keyboard. Latching keys are provided for those keys such as SHIFT which would normally have to be held down at the same time as another key. The keyboard is flat, allowing overlays to be added. The surface is seamless and moisture-proof. A key layout selected by the Voice of the Cerebral Palsied of Greater Vancouver is included but may be changed to any key layout desired. A DIP switch is provided to allow adjustment of the delays and repeat rate while the keyboard is in use. An eight-foot cable is included. Additional features include audible click and light flash on key activation, and a DIP switch which allows repeat and delay rate adjustment. A keyguard consisting of a thick, plastic-coated wire grid is also available ($50. 00). COMPATIBILITY: For use on Commodore Amiga computers.

8. EXPANDED KEYBOARD FOR IBM COMPUTERS

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboards for the IBM Computers are large panels designed to operate exactly like standard IBM keyboards, but having substantially larger (1.5-inch square) keys. Latching keys are provided for those keys such as SHIFT which would normally have to be held down at the same time as another key. The keyboards are flat, allowing overlays to be added. Expanded Keyboards for the IBM-PC series send the same output to the computer as the standard keyboard to which they are equivalent, allowing the user to perform all the same functions. The expanded keyboards do not automatically work at the same time as the standard keyboard; an adapter that permits switching between the standard and expanded keyboards for $75. A keyguard consisting of a thick plastic coated wire grid is available for $50. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM PS/2 and IBM PC computers. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 24 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 4 pounds.

9. EXPANDED KEYBOARD MOUSE

   --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboard Mouse is a mouse emulating device for IBM PC-XT, PC-AT, and PS/2 computers. The device consists of twelve 1.5-inch membrane keys. Eight of these keys are labeled with arrows pointing up, down, left, right, and towards the four diagonal directions. When one of these keys is pressed, the mouse pointer moves in the corresponding direction on the screen until the key is released. The rate of pointer movement is adjustable from the computer's keyboard. The rest of the keys emulate standard mouse functions (drag, Mouse1, and Mouse2), and turn the device on and off. Expanded Keyboard Mouse comes with a clear plastic cover and is waterproof. A keyguard (optional) is available for $50. Expanded Keyboard Mouse plugs into the mouse socket in place of the standard mouse. Contact manufacturer for further information. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM PS/2, IBM PC AT, and IBM PC XT computers. DIMENSIONS: 9 x 9 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound.

10. EXPANDED KEYBOARDS FOR SPEAK N' SPELL

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- These expanded keyboards are designed to connect to the Texas Instruments series of talking learning aids. They offer the same selection of keys as the TI devices, but have membrane surfaces and 2-inch key areas. Three keyboards are available: the Speak & Read, the Speak & Spell, and the Speak & Math. All come complete with the TI learning aid as well as the keyboard. POWER: Rechargeable batteries. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 24 x 0.75 inches. WEIGHT: 6 pounds.

11. EXPANDED KEYBOARDS FOR THE TALKING BLISSAPPLE

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboards for the Talking BlissApple are keyboards with a great number of squares, all the correct size for standard bliss stamps. The Keyboards have been designed for use with the Trace Center' s Talking BlissApple program, but contain a small microprocessing unit and can send serial ASCII to any computer or device that will accept it through an RS-232 serial port. Overlays for the Keyboards are user- definable. Expanded Keyboards for the Talking BlissApple come in two models. One has 512 7/8-inch squares, measures 19 x 31 inches, and weighs 8 pounds. ($1,450); the other has 220 1" squares, measures 15 x 26 inches, and weighs 6 pounds. ($950). Keyguards for both models are available for $75. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple II computers. DIMENSIONS: 19 x 31 inches and 15 x 21 inches. WEIGHT: 6 and 8 pounds.

12. EXPANDED NUMERIC KEYPADS

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Numeric Keypads are membrane keypads designed to facilitate data entry by persons with disabilities. The keypads consist of 1.5-inch keys including: all numeric keys, plus, minus, multiply, divide, period, return, space, backspace, all cursor arrows, and word processing paging control keys. The keys are covered by a transparent waterproof cover which can be raised to allow overlays to be placed over the keys. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple IIGS and Macintosh ($675.00), for IBM PC and XT ($525.00), for IBM AT and PS/2 ($ 525.00), and Commodore Amiga ($525.00) computers.

13. LIFESTYLE PERSONAL COMMUNICATOR EXPANDED KEYBOARD

    --- DISCONTINUED. RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboard for the Lifestyle Personal Communicator is designed to provide that communication aid (see entry, Garid, Inc.) with 1.5-inch square keys for easier access. The expanded keyboard is flat, which allows overslip to be put over the top. This keyboard connects directly to the Personal Communicator, operates exactly like the device's standard keyboard, and requires no power source of its own. The Lifestyle Personal Communicator must be purchased separately. A keyguard is available for $50. DIMENSIONS: 18 x 12 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 4 pounds.

14. MACRAT

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Macrat is a mouse emulating device for the Apple IIGS and Macintosh computers. The device consists of twelve 1.5-inch membrane keys. Eight of these keys are labeled with arrows pointing up, down, left, right, and towards the four diagonal directions. When one of these keys is pressed, the mouse pointer moves in the corresponding direction on the screen until the key is released. The rate of pointer movement is adjustable from the computer's keyboard. The rest of the keys emulate standard mouse functions (click, drag, and unlock), and turn the Macrat on and off. Macrat comes with a clear plastic cover and is waterproof. A keyguard (optional) is available for $50.00. The device requires use of Easy Access (see entry), which is included as a standard part of Apple IIGS and Macintosh system software. Macrat plugs directly into any Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port and comes with an eight-foot cord. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple IIGS and Apple Macintosh computers. DIMENSIONS: 9 x 9 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound.

15. MINI-KEYBOARDS

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Mini-Keyboards are membrane keyboards designed to be compatible with standard software. The keyboards are waterproof, and are covered by a clear plastic cover which can be peeled back to allow the use of overlays. The keyboards plug into the keyboard socket of the computer, and work transparently with most software. Additional features include audible click and light flash on key activation, and a DIP switch which allows repeat and delay rate adjustment. Three configurations are available: with 0.5-inch square keys ($475), with 0.75-inch square keys and an active keyboard area of 10.5 x 4.5 inches ($625), and with 1-inch square keys and an active keyboard area of 14 x 6 inches ($750). COMPATIBILITY: Both models for use on the Apple IIGS and Macintosh (MIN 901AM), IBM PC and XT (MIN 901BX), IBM AT and PS/2 (MIN 901BA), and Commodore Amiga 2000 (MIN 901CA) computers.

16. NARWHAL EXPANDED KEYBOARDS FOR ADAPTIVE FIRMWARE CARD

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Expanded Keyboards for Use with the Adaptive Firmware Cards are alternate keyboards designed for use with the Trace Center's Talking BlissApple program. Unlike EKEG's other keyboards for the BlissApple program, these do not contain a microprocessor, but must be used with an Apple II+ or IIe equipped with an Adaptive Firmware Card (see entry). Four models of these Expanded Keyboards are available, one with 48 1-inch squares, one with 48 1.25-inch squares, one with 128 1-inch squares, and one with 128 1.25-inch squares. Keyguards are available for all these boards, ranging in cost from $35.00 to $50.00. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple II+, Apple IIe, and Apple IIGS computers. DIMENSIONS: 10 to 12 x 12 to 20 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 1 to 2 pounds.

17. RADIO REMOTE CONTROL

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Radio Remote Control is a system that allows remote control of electrical appliances. Two types of hand-held transmitter are available, one with a nine-key keypad and one with a single switch. The first allows more than one appliance to be controlled; the second controls only one. The receiver units come with an antenna for reception of the transmitter signal. The range of reception is 440 yards. The appliance plugs into the receiver unit and the receiver unit plugs into the wall socket. Control relays in the receiver units are rated at 15 amps. Price will vary according to what type of transmitter (single switch or keypad) and what type of receiver (single duplex outlet, double duplex outlet, alarm only) are ordered. DIMENSIONS: 11 x 4.5 x 4 inches. WEIGHT: 5 pounds.

18. REMOTE KEYBOARD FOR THE APPLE II+ AND IIE

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Remote Keyboards for the Apple II+ and IIe are alternate keyboards for these computers that are modified to allow operation with one hand, stylus, headstick, or mouthstick. Size and layout of keys are exactly the same as the standard Apple keyboards, but several features have been added. SHIFT and CONTROL keys are latching, repeat time is adjustable for the II+ version, and can be extended up to five seconds, and a special joystick that can be operated by headstick or mouthstick has been added, allowing the user access to graphics programs that require a joystick. Remote Keyboards for the Apple II+ and IIe send the same output to the computer as their standard counterparts, and plug into the keyboard and game paddle sockets. They are mounted on brackets that allow raising, lowering, and tilting. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple II+ and Apple IIe computers. DIMENSIONS: 15 x 8 x 3 inches. WEIGHT: 3 pounds.

19. TEN KEY BOARD

    --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2000) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Ten Key Board is a alternate keyboard for the Apple II+ or IIe computers consisting of ten 2-inch squares, each of which corresponds to a digit zero through nine, and a larger ENTER key. Ten Key Board is designed for use with the Trace Center's Talking BlissApple program, with which it can be used to accelerate the selection of symbols, by bypassing the scanning otherwise necessary for selection. The Board can also be used with overlays for a child with a maximum Bliss vocabulary of nine symbols. Ten Key Board can also be used with other programs which allow the user to input using the numbers zero through nine. Ten Key Board plugs into the numeric keypad socket of the IIe and behind the keyboard of the II+. A keyguard for the Board is available for $50. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple II+ and Apple IIe computers. DIMENSIONS: 10 x 12 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pounds.

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