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Access
Dynavox V has a touch screen with adjustable hold and release times, touch enter and exit modes, touch auto zoom and audio touch.
Other access methods include:
* Morse code
* Switch-joystick
* Scanning:
1-switch autoscan
1-switch and 2-switch directed scan
1-switch directed scan with dwell
Inverse scanning
Auditory scan
Zoom scan
* Mouse pause (compatible with head tracking devices such as Tracker Pro)
Each access method offers an option for both auditory and visual feedback and adjustable timing sliders for hold, release, pause and dwell support.
Speech Quality
Nuance RealSpeak Karen and Lee Australian Voices, AT&T Natural Voices, Acapela HQ, DECtalk, VeriVox, Microsoft voices and digitised speech.
Features
* Optional Keyguards and Accessories are available
* Text Messaging Capabilities - Available via Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone
* Environmental Control with learning IR transmitters built-in
* eBook Reader - Download eBooks in DAISY and text format from the Internet and read them aloud
* Onscreen keyboard and mouse controls
* DynaSyms and animated PCS symbol sets included
* Windows XP based and open architecture allows users to run Windows XP compatible software (standard version only)
* An in built spell-checker that can check the spelling of all messages composed within the Message Window
* Digital image, video and sound support
* Mayer-Johnson's Boardmaker with Speaking Dynamically Pro included
* Boardmaker pages can be imported directly into the device
* Life tools such as Calculator, Reminder and Address Book
* It can support a Web Cam
* Available in several colours - silver, black, green, blue, and pink
Support
* How-to video tutorials are included on the device
* Internet based upgrades and remote technical support
For updated and detailed additional information about this product, please see Web Link to Spectronics.
Factors To Consider
Prescription Guidelines
Assessment and advice from an interdisciplinary team, with an experienced speech pathologist and occupational therapist, in regard to mounting, programming and set up of this device is recommended.
Refer to the EnableNSW Prescription Guidelines for Speech Generating Devices for further information. This can be accessed at the EnableNSW website.
Programming
* This device is designed as a communication device and has additional functions to enable environmental control, computer interface and connectivity using the optional Web Browser with built-in Wi-Fi
Portability
* Consider suitability for people who are independently mobile, as this is quite a large and heavy device
Options
* Can be purchased as a dedicated communication device or in a standard version where computer capabilities are also available
* Consider your needs when selecting the device you want
* Ordering of a dedicated device may be a requirement within some funding guidelines
Support and Training
* Detailed information to support programming and use of this device is available
* This device should be trialled to ensure suitability for an individual
* Training video's are available through the supplier to assist