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* Suitable for people who are totally blind or have dual sensory impairment
* This portable symbol communicator can store 6 messages on 6 levels for a total of 36 6-second messages
* Touch one of the six removable tactile symbols to activate a message and at the same time you will feel a vibration, which can be turned off if not desired
* Tactile symbols are a graphic language system using concrete or abstract representations that are both permanent and changeable. They can be tactually discriminated by an individual who is totally blind or dual sensory impaired
* The symbols attach via hook and loop fastening
* Digitised speech (ie. human speech recorded in a similar manner to a tape recorder)
* Requires 4 x AA batteries
* Includes a starting kit of 6 tactile symbols: Bathroom; Something wrong; Drink; I want; Finished; Eat.

Models

One model is available - Part No KA4040

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.