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  1. ANCHORED JOYSTICK AND BUTTON COMPUTER CONTROL INPUT INTERFACE ----CUSTOM ADAPTATION ---- PURPOSE: To provide a child with cerebral palsey with a stable interface to control a computer. A commercially available joystick and large button is used in place of a mouse and keyboard to control a computer. A metal plate and screwed stud is attached to the bottom of the base of the joystick. A hole is drilled in the child's desk, and the stud is screwed into a second plate on the underside of the desk. A nut holds the assembly in place while the joystick is in use....[More Information]

  2. BATTERY INTERRUPTER KIT 2 Picture of BATTERY INTERRUPTER KIT 2 The Battery Interrupter Kit 2 is a control input interface designed to enable individuals to adapt toys and other battery-operated devices for use with capability switches. This kit can be used to adapted battery-powered toys or devices equipped with a simple on/off switch. The kit includes one Jumbo Switch, one Gumball Switch, one Button Click Switch (switches also sold separately; see entries), three double-A battery interrupters, and three C and D battery interrupters. COLOR: The Jumbo Switch...[More Information]

  3. BRAIN CAP Picture of BRAIN CAP -------- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype an Electroencephalography (EEG) “brain cap” technology that allows an individual to transfer one’s thoughts into motion. Researchers at the University of Maryland have created a prototype “brain cap” that can transform thoughts into motion using brain signals captured from the cap’s EEG sensors that are attached to user's scalp. The computer connected to the brain cap reconstructs 3D hand movements so that one can control a computer’s c...[More Information]

  4. FRANKENKINDLE Picture of FRANKENKINDLE -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create a custom adapted electronic book reader for an individual with cerebral palsy. Glenn, an electrical engineer created the "Frankenkindle" for his sister using an Amazon Kindle and a keypad from a children's reader. This e-reader adaptation features controls that are easier for and individuals with cerebral palsy or other types of fine motor and neurological disabilities to use compared to the standard buttons on the Kindle. The device is...[More Information]

  5. JOYSTICK REPLACER BOX The Joystick Replacer Box is a control input interface that allows up to five switches to act in place of a joystick for a Commodore 64, 128, or VIC-20. If all five switches are used, pressing each one corresponds to up, down, left, right, and "fire" on the joystick. The Joystick replacer box with switches can operate any software designed to be operated with a joystick on these computers. A short program is provided which will control the 64-Talker or the VIC-Talker speech synthesizers. A speci...[More Information]

  6. MAC SWITCH INTERFACE The Mac Switch Interface is a control input interface designed to permit switch control of a Macintosh computer. This plug-and-play unit plugs directly into the ADB connector on the Macintosh keyboard and enables up to five switches to be connected. No software setup is required and the unit is compatible with any switch-ready program....[More Information]

  7. NE-AT SWITCH DIVIDER The NE-AT Switch Divider is a control switch input interface that allows the user to activate up to five devices with a single switch. The Input switch can be any standard special needs switch such as aa Zygo Lever switch, a Spec switch, or a Buddy Button (see separate entries)....[More Information]

  8. NE-AT SWITCH MULTIPLIER Picture of NE-AT SWITCH MULTIPLIER The NE-AT Switch Multiplier is a control switch input interface designed to allow up to five switches to control a single device. The input switches can be of different types, or they can be the same type. Input switches can be any standard special needs switch such as aa Zygo Lever switch, a Spec switch, or a Buddy Button (see separate entries). Any one of the input switches connected through the Switch Multiplier activates the device. The Switch Multiplier can be used with such devices as a po...[More Information]

  9. PADDLE PANEL The Paddle Panel is a replacement for hand-held game paddle devices designed to allow better control as well as bilateral manipulation activities. Paddle Panel has two buttons and two knob controls, and plugs directly into the game I/O port on the back of the computer. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple IIc, Apple IIe, IBM PC, and Atari computers....[More Information]

  10. PC SWITCH INTERFACE The PC Switch Interface is a control input interface designed to permit switch control of a personal computer (PC). This plug-and-play unit plugs directly into any unused serial port and enables up to five switches to be connected. Four different configurations are available and can be accessed by pressing a function key. No software setup is required and the unit is compatible with any switch-ready program....[More Information]

  11. POWERLINK 4 CONTROL UNIT Picture of POWERLINK 4 CONTROL UNIT The PowerLink 4 Control Unit is a control switch interface unit designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or neurological disabilities or cerebral palsy. This unit enables switch users to control up to two electrical appliances with single switches. Six modes of control allow the user to define exactly how, and for how long, appliances will be turned on. The unit accepts any single switch, including AbleNet’s Big or Jelly Beamer wireless switches (see separate entries). The unit is se...[More Information]

  12. SAM (SWITCH-ADAPTED MOUSE) TRACKBALL & SAM (SWITCH-ADAPTED MOUSE) JOYSTICK Picture of SAM (SWITCH-ADAPTED MOUSE) TRACKBALL & SAM (SWITCH-ADAPTED MOUSE) JOYSTICK SAM Joystick and SAM track ball are designed to provide adapted computer access for individuals with upper extremity disabilities. These modified pointing devices are designed for both "Adaptive" and "Non-Adaptive" software applications under Windows. The switch is a substitute for the track ball or joystick and can be operated with various parts of the body , such as hands, feet, knees, elbows, head, etc. These SAM devices serve three purposes: First, they function as switch interfaces for sp...[More Information]

  13. SWIFTY USB SWITCH INTERFACE Picture of SWIFTY USB SWITCH INTERFACE The Swifty USB Switch Interface is a switch interface designed to provide mouse or keyboard emulation for people with severe physical, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. This device can output mouse clicks, joystick button actions, or keyboard functions. This device It accepts standard 3.5-millimeter (mm) stereo or mono plugs for directly connecting up to two adaptive switches. When used with Beam (not included; see separate entry), the device supports three inp...[More Information]

  14. SWITCH INTERFACE PRO Picture of SWITCH INTERFACE PRO The Switch Interface Pro is a control input interface designed to enable individulas with upper extremity disabilities to operate computers using switches. This unit moves easily between Macintosh and personal computers (PC) and enables up to five single switches (not included) to be connected to control computer functions. The unit is preprogrammed with mouse clicks and keyboard functions. Macintosh users can access a mouse click and the numeric keys 0,1, 2, and 3. PC users can access arrow key...[More Information]

  15. SWITCH RADIO-LINK Picture of SWITCH RADIO-LINK The Switch Radio-Link is a switch interface unit designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This interface allows wireless connection of switches to computers, communication aids, toys, environmental controls, and other devices. The interface enables switches to be operated from anywhere within 12 feet, even through obstacles such as people and furniture. It works with all personal computer (PC) switch software that uses a standard switch interface, ...[More Information]

  16. SWITCHAMAJIG CONTROLLER Picture of SWITCHAMAJIG CONTROLLER The Switchamajig Controller is a control switch input interface that allows a person to use an Apple iPad to control remotely up to six switch ports on switch-adapted toys or appliances. The user connects the controller to the adapted item(s) using the included cables, and the Controller connects to an Apple iPad running the Switchamajig app (see separate entry) via WiFi. POWER: Requires 2 AA batteries (not included)....[More Information]

  17. TECLA SHIELD Picture of TECLA SHIELD The Tecla Shield is a control switch input interface designed for people with fine motor control or upper extremity disabilities. The Tecla Shield allows a person to use adapted switches or the driving controls of their powered wheelchair to control remotely Android-powered, Bluetooth-enabled electronic devices. The switches or driving controls connect to the Tecla Shield using the included cables through the device's six ports. The ports include 2 3.5-millimeter mono sockets, a D-Sub 9-pin male...[More Information]

  18. TECLA SHIELD DOS Picture of TECLA SHIELD DOS The Tecla Shield DOS is a control switch input interface designed for people with fine motor control or upper extremity disabilities. The system allows a person to use adapted switches or the driving controls of their powered wheelchair to control remotely an Apple iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad or an Android tablet or smartphone. The Tecla Access app (see separate entry) is required to use the Tecla Shield DOS with an Android device. The switches or driving controls connect to the system using the ...[More Information]

  19. TECLA SHIELD FOR IPHONE & IPAD Picture of TECLA SHIELD FOR IPHONE & IPAD The Tecla Shield for iPhone & iPad is a control switch input interface designed for people with fine motor control or upper extremity disabilities. The system allows a person to use adapted switches or the driving controls of their powered wheelchair to control remotely an Apple iPhone or iPad. The switches or driving controls connect to the system using the included cables through the device’s six ports. The ports include 2 3.5-millimeter mono sockets, a D-Sub 9-pin male connector ECU port, a U...[More Information]

  20. WIRELESS SWITCH LINK The Wireless Switch Link is a control input interface designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This unit is an infrared two-switch interface for remote computer operation. The device comprises a receiver that plugs into the serial port of a computer and a transmitter into which switches (not included) are plugged for use at a remote location....[More Information]

  21. X-KEYS CONTROLLER (USB) Picture of X-KEYS CONTROLLER (USB) The X-Keys Controller (USB) is a keyboard interface designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This unit is a compound programmable keyboard and joystick designed to provide access to custom or stock software and can be used in conjunction with the standard keyboard or as a stand-alone keyboard for applications not requiring a standard keyboard. The patented built-in joystick offers precise control with little movement and the design permits additional contr...[More Information]

  22. X-KEYS DESKTOP Picture of X-KEYS DESKTOP X-Keys Desktop is a keyboard interface designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This unit is a keypad with 20 user-programmable keys that provide one-button access to shortcuts such as macros and hotkeys. Users can create their own macros with keystroke programming. The keyboard comes in USB or PS/2 versions. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible or Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: For PC, 2000, XP, or Vista operating system. For Mac, OSX o...[More Information]

  23. X-KEYS FOOT PEDAL Picture of X-KEYS FOOT PEDAL The X-Keys Foot Pedal is a keyboard interface designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This unit is a programmable keyboard designed to provide access to custom or stock software and can be used in conjunction with the standard keyboard or as a stand-alone keyboard for applications not requiring a standard keyboard. The unit provides three foot pedals that can be programmed to replace keyboard commands; a separate command can be programmed with the pedal ...[More Information]

  24. X-KEYS PRO The X-Keys Pro is a keyboard interface designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This unit is a programmable keyboard designed to provide access to custom or stock software and can be used in conjunction with the standard keyboard or as a stand-alone keyboard for applications not requiring a standard keyboard. The unit provides 58 user-programmable keys that accept multiple keystrokes, enabling multiple keystrokes to be programmed to a single key. Informa...[More Information]

  25. X-KEYS USB SWITCH INTERFACE Picture of X-KEYS USB SWITCH INTERFACE The X-Keys USB Switch Interface is a computer control input interface designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This unit enables up to 12 single switches (not included) to be connected to a computer to activate standard or onscreen keyboard and mouse commands. The unit is programmable by flipping a switch on the side of the unit, pressing a switch, and keying the desired function or sequence from the main keyboard. COMPATIBILITY: For use with IBM and compatible computer...[More Information]

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