The Savant Elite Triple Action Foot Switch has 3 foot pedals preprogrammed to allow foot operation of left, middle and right mouse button actions. These switches can be reprogrammed to perform keyboard actions or keyboard combinations. The unit connects via a USB cable.
System Requirements
Windows
* Standard, preprogrammed operation is reported to be available for any system supporting USB input devices, however the programming driver is only supported under Windows 98,2000 and XP.
* Left click and drag may not be supported on Windows 98 i.e. you cannot click with the device and move a standard mouse to perform a drag function
* Full functionality of mouse clicks only available in Windows 2000, XP, Vista and 7
Macintosh
* Standard, preprogrammed operation is reported to be available for OS 8.6 - 10.X
* Only OSX provides full functionality of left and right mouse clicks
Linux, Sun and other non Windows systems
* Standard, preprogrammed operation is reported to be available, however no compatibility guarantee is provided by the manufacturer
* Reprogramming is not possible with these systems
* Mouse clicks may not work on these systems
Interface
USB cable
* It is possible to lightly rest feet on the pedals without activation, however a user may have difficulty controlling the resting pressure
* The height of the user's chair and the forward position of the pedals need to be carefully adjusted to reduce strain and static postures when using the pedals
* The foot switch may assist people who have difficulty operating standard mouse buttons but continue to be able to move a standard mouse unit with their hands
* The foot switch may assist people who are using head or eye operated mousing systems but have difficulty managing dwell clicking
* Regular breaks should be necessary whilst using the foot switch
Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
| Supplier | Location | Contact | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| PPS Australia | Croydon, NSW | Sales: 02 9299 4493 Fax: 02 9231 5210 Contact Person: Tony O'Sullivan | |
| Spectronics | Underwood, QLD | Sales: 07 3808 6833 Fax: 07 3808 6108 Contact Person: Michael O'Leary Toll Free: 1800 999 718 |
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