Computer Direct Selection Communicator
Products are listed alphabetically.
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CHATPC-II
--- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 01/2008) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- ChatPC-II is a computer direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities. Intended primarily for those who use symbols, this handheld computer is built from an iPAQ palm-top computer and offers a brilliant color dynamic display along with both synthesized and digitized speech output. This device is designed in a sturdy rubberized body armor to protect the unit and ...[More Information]
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CHATPC-M3
--- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 2/2009) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- ChatPC-M3 is a computer direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities. Intended primarily for those with existing or emerging literacy who use symbols, this handheld computer is built from a Dell PocketPC computer and offers a dynamic color display and digitized speech output. The device can be accessed using a finger and provides one or more hours of recorded s...[More Information]
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COMMUNICATION AND CONTROL DEVICE --- DISCONTINUED. RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Program turns the microcomputer into both an augmentative communication prosthesis and an environmental control system for the non verbal, profoundly motor handicapped individual. Uses any single input type switch to select options from a menu using a scanning technique. Communication is built by choosing words, letters, and phrases from vocabulary displayed on various "pages" displayed on the top 4/5 of the video screen, using row/column...[More Information]
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DANYL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 1000 (DCS 1000) --- DISCONTINUED. RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Portable computer aided communicator for the speech impaired, with choice of output through visual correctable display, self contained printer or voice output. System uses the Epson HX-20 microcomputer, and Voltrax Type 'n Talk text to speech synthesizer. Includes 4 line by 20 character LCD screen, standard typewriter keyboard, built in printer, R5232 port, with microcassette recorder optional. Operates on rechargeable batteries. Voice sy...[More Information]
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DYNAVOX VMAX
-- DISCONTINUED. VERIFIED 7/2012. REPLACED BY THE DYNAVOX VMAX+. RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. -- The DynaVox Vmax is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech, language, and learning disabilities. This speech generating device can be used for day-to-day communication and real-time communication in person, via text message or e-mail, and by phone. The device also supports language and literacy development. The device is available as a dedicate...[More Information]
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E-TALK TABLET WITH CRADLE
--- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 9/2011) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- E-Talk Tablet with Cradle is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This tablet-computer based communicator uses Windows XP and features touch screen access, a 1.0 gigaHertz (GHz) processor, built-in networking and Wi-Fi capabilities to surf the web, and a high-resolution screen of 1024 x 768 pixels. The device offers word processing, and MP3 video capab...[More Information]
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EXPRESS 3 --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 1/94) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Microprocessor based expressive communication aid for non-speaking individuals. Users words, phrases, sentences can be stored in memory for easy retrieval at a later time. 18,000 character memory. The standard EXPRESS 3 expressive communication aid can be operated through a wide variety of control interfaces, depending on user's physical capabilities. Variety operating modes include: direct selection, directed scanning, ro...[More Information]
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EYETYPER --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 05/93) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Computerized direct selection communicator controlled by eye movement, with no physical contact. Keyboard has 60 keys arranged around a central camera lens. Automatically focusing camera tracks user's eye, user looks at desired key, gazing at light in center for 1/2 to 3 seconds (user adjustable time span) until light brightens to signify computer acceptance of entry. Entries appear on two line, 80 character LED display b...[More Information]
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FREEDOM TOUGHBOOK
--- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 4/2013) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Freedom ToughBook is a computer direct selection and keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This rugged laptop computer has an Intel Centrino 1.8 gigahertz (GHz) Core 2 Duo processor, a magnesium-alloy-protected liquid crystal display (LCD), a fiberglass-reinforced lower case, and a shock-mounted hard drive. The unit comes preloaded with E Z Keys, Say-it! SAM PC, ...[More Information]
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FRS COMLINK ST
--- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 08/2012) REPLACED BY COMLINK ST3G (SEE SEPARATE ENTRY). RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE--- The FRS ComLink ST is a computer-based direct selection communicator and environmental control unit (ECU) designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, mobility, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. The system consists of a computer with a 30- gigabyte hard drive and Windows XP Pro operating system, with over 10,000 communication symbols, a lar...[More Information]
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POLYCOM --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 5/2001) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Poylcom is battery-operated electronic communication aid which has simple word processing functions and telecommunication capabilities. The device has a keyboard which requires only one hand for input. A display screen, which has five lines and can show up to 100 characters simultaneously, allows the user to make choices from a menu. Polycom can act as a simple word processor and as an electric writing pad. The device ha...[More Information]
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SAMY SYSTEM --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 08/96) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- The Samy System is a communication device which is Macintosh compatible. The device is a self-contained computer with its own built- in hard disk, floppy drive, keyboard, screen, and track ball. The system uses a rechargeable battery (extra) or standard house current. Most Macintosh software can be used with this computer; the Mayer-Johnson Talking Pictures and Board Maker Program are also compatible for use with this sys...[More Information]
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SPEECHBOX ---DISCONTINUED. (VERIFIED 3/18/96) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE.--- SpeechBox is a single switch-operated version of the SpeechPad portable communication aid (see entry). SpeechBox can contain 15,000 phonemes and 256 phrases; phrases can be grouped into 16 levels, with each level containing a maximum of 16 phrases. These phrases are spoken using the Votrax speech synthesizer included in the system. Scan speed, switch response time, keywording, and other data and operating parameters can b...[More Information]
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SPEECHPAD ---DISCONTINUED. (VERIFIED 3/18/96) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE.--- SpeechPad is a PowerPad (see entry) converted to function as a portable voice output communication aid. The 12" x 12" membrane surface of the PowerPad can be divided into a number of squares, each of which can be programmed to "speak" a given word or phrase when pressed. A system of levels can also be used, so that each square can speak more than one phrase. The surface can be divided into 16 three-inch squares, 64 1.5- i...[More Information]
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STARSET WITH POCKET GRID
--- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 04/2009) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- StarSet with Pocket Grid is a hand-held direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. The system includes a Casio Cassiopeia EG-800 palmtop computer loaded with a Pocket PC version of The Grid direct selection communicator program from Sensory Software International (see separate entry). The unit's screen displays symbols, digital photos, or scanned images in...[More Information]
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SYNERGY COMPUTER SYSTEM --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 01/2008) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- The Synergy Computer System is a portable computer with a flat screen that can be plugged into a wheelchair battery. The Synergy computer is modeled on laptop computers but it can accept any IBM compatible component and can have all the capabilities of a desktop computer system. The Synergy computer is modular and can be attached in front of a wheelchair. By installing a speech synthesizer and adaptive software ( extra)...[More Information]
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TALKER II --- DISCONTINUED. RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Talker II is a portable speech output communication aid with internal batteries and 80 character display. A HELP key accesses a built-in tutorial showing user how to program in any mode. Examples are spoken. Vocabulary text-to-speech mode will pronounce any keyboard entry. Automatic inflection control or a choice of 64 pitch levels are available. Messages can be stored under any key or combination of keys. Sentences can be constructed fro...[More Information]
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VANTAGE PLUS
The Vantage Plus is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. The large, bright touch screen display is viewable in a variety of environments. The unit offers more than 60 minutes of digitized speech and can be accessed through direct selection from the touch-screen display, optional integrated headpointing, or single- or dual-switch scanning and joystick. Digitized speech enables the addition of fun sounds, songs, or additional lang...[More Information]
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WORDS + PORTABLE VOICE --- DISCONTINUED. (Verified 3/93) RETAINED IN DATABASE FOR REFERENCE. --- Direct selection communicator with synthesized voice output and microcomputer. Includes Epson HX-20 notebook computer, with built in printer and keyboard, text to speech synthesizer with rechargeable battery per supply and WORDS + TALK computer program. As communicator, machine speaks words typed into it. Printed copy also available. Sentences can be stored and recalled. Micro computer can hold up to 5 basic programs in me...[More Information]
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