IBM SPECIAL NEEDS INFORMATION REFERRAL CENTER RESOURCE GUIDE FOR PERSONS WITH MOBILITY IMPAIRMENTS P.O. Box 2150 Atlanta, GA 30301-2150 Continental USA - Telephone: (800) 426-2133 (Voice) ˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙Telephone: (800) 284-9482 (TDD) IMPORTANT NOTICE This report helps to identify products which may assist persons with disabilities in accessing IBM Personal Computers and the IBM Personal System/2 family of products. The report includes only a portion of the products, vendors and support groups which are available. IBM does not recommend or endorse products or assist customers in the selection, review or acquisition of non-IBM products, including those listed in this publication. IBM takes no responsibility with regard to the selection, performance or use of the products listed here. All understandings, agreements or warranties must take place directly between the program/product suppliers and prospective users. 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Box 2150 Atlanta, GA 30301-2150 (800) 426-2133 (USA Voice) (800) 284-9482 (USA TDD) TABLE OF CONTENTS _________________ HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 TECHNOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Keyboard Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Alternate Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Switching Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Electronic Environment Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Alternatives to Printed Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Word Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 IBM VoiceType . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 IBM AccessDOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 SUPPORT GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE _____________________ This guide presents information about some of the technology and services that are available to help persons with disabilities. Some of the information deals with devices that may be attached to IBM computers to allow a disabled individual to lead a more independent and productive life. This guide is organized in four sections: INTRODUCTION This section provides a general overview of the disability, including a discussion of how computer technology can improve the employability and quality of life of persons with disabilities. TECHNOLOGY This section lists products which may be used with IBM Personal Computers and the IBM Personal System/2 family of products to adapt the technology for persons with disabilities. SUPPORT GROUPS National agencies, associations and support groups available to persons with disabilities are listed in another guide, "Technology for Persons with Disabilities - an Introduction." Local, state and regional groups are listed in another guide, "Support Organizations." Both of these guides may be ordered from the Center. INDEX The index contains two lists: products and vendors. PLEASE CONTACT THE VENDOR DIRECTLY for more product information. 1 How to Use This Guide 2 How to Use This Guide INTRODUCTION ____________ For people with a mobility impairment, computer technology provides an OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN INDEPENDENCE in daily living and working activities. With modifications a computer can become accessible for an individual with a disability affecting motor control. Because mobility impairments differ in degree of severity, it is necessary to consider all areas of needs when choosing a computer. Included in the group of persons with mobility impairments are more than 238,000 quadriplegics in the U.S. who can benefit from modifications and alternatives to standard keyboards and PC devices. Among the needs to consider are degrees of mobility, positioning, endurance and communication. Some individuals need modifications to standard computer equipment. Others may need to replace an input device or add software to tailor the computer to their specific needs. HOW COMPUTERS HELP PERSONS WITH MOBILITY IMPAIRMENTS MODIFICATIONS AND ALTERNATIVES TO STANDARD KEYBOARDS Some people with physical disabilities can use a standard computer keyboard, but may type with one hand, one or two fingers, a head pointer, a mouthstick, a handstick or with reduced motor control. For these situations, there are software and hardware modifications that simplify keyboard operations. Persons who have reduced motor control or who use a headstick or mouthstick to press the keys may need a way to prevent accidental keystrokes. A KEYGUARD is a keyboard overlay with holes positioned over each key. It helps the user to stabilize finger, hand or stick movement and to select a key without accidentally activating others. Standard IBM keyboards have a built-in AUTO-REPEAT feature. If a key is held down long enough, it begins repeating and extra characters may be typed. Software programs are available to slow down or eliminate this feature. SINGLE-FINGER programs allow the user to change the operation of keys such as SHIFT, CONTROL and ALT so that two or more keys do not have to be pressed simultaneously. KEYLATCHES that toggle off and on may be used to lock keys temporarily. For the typist able to use only one hand, KEYBOARD REDEFINITION programs allow each key to be reassigned and permit the keyboard layout to be redesigned. For example, keys may be reassigned to distribute the typing load more evenly between the fingers on one hand, and keyboards with layouts for right- or left-handed typing are available. 3 Introduction In some instances, substitutes or replacements for the standard keyboard may be required. An individual who can press on a flat surface, but cannot depress keys, may be able to use a MEMBRANE KEYBOARD. There are EXPANDED KEYBOARDS with larger keys for those who can target only large areas and MINIATURE KEYBOARDS for those with an extremely limited range of movement of their limbs. Some keyboards may be tailored to allow single keystrokes to produce frequently-used words or phrases. ALTERNATIVE INPUT METHODS A keyboard is the most commonly used method of providing input to a PC. For an individual with a motor control impairment who may not be able to use a keyboard effectively with adaptations such as those just described, other input methods have been developed. The computer accepts characters or commands coming from these alternative input methods just as if they were coming from the computer's standard keyboard. When choosing an alternative method, one should ensure the method is compatible with all software applications to be used, such as word processing programs, database programs and educational programs. One input method uses a SWITCH to enter the same data that would be keyed. A wide variety of switches are activated by almost any motion of any part of the body. A switch adapts to a user's abilities - the voluntary actions that the user can reliably control. For example, a switch may be turned on or off by sipping and puffing on a tube, wrinkling the eyebrows or making contact with a metal plate. A SWITCH INTERFACE, which can be a software program or hardware device, acts as the link between the switch and the computer. One technique for operating a computer with a switch is SCANNING. The user selects the desired characters or words from the computer display or a separate panel. With scanning, a cursor or highlighted area moves repeatedly from one character (or group of characters) to the next. Activating a switch enters the selection into the computer as if it had been keyed. Another technique using a single or dual switch is MORSE CODE. The switches connect to an adapter that translates the pattern of dots and dashes into standard keyboard signals. The advantage of Morse code is that it may be faster than scanning for some people and does not require a separate panel or occupy a part of the computer screen. With a DIRECT SELECTION method, the user points to target items through a single action such as eye gaze, head pointer or light beam. The characters selected may be displayed on the computer terminal or on a separate panel. 4 Introduction VOICE RECOGNITION is an alternative input method by which a computer accepts a spoken command. Previously stored voice patterns are compared with the incoming sound. With some voice recognition systems, the person using the system must first train the computer by speaking several repetitions of the key word or phrase into the microphone attached to the computer. The computer saves this as a voice pattern. To use a voice recognition system successfully, an individual should be able to reproduce the same speech patterns that were used when setting up the system; that is, the user needs to speak the same way every time. When the computer receives voice commands as input, it matches them against the stored voice patterns and executes the keystrokes set up for that command. ACCELERATION TECHNIQUES In conjunction with modified and alternative input methods, other adaptations increase the rate of input from a keyboard or alternative device. ABBREVIATION EXPANSION allows the user to input a predefined shorthand version of a word or phrase that is automatically expanded by the computer into words. WORD LISTS or WORD PREDICTION use the initial letter(s) of the words entered and present a dynamic menu of word choices. The user then selects the whole word, rather than typing each letter. Acceleration techniques may be available as separate software programs that run with an application program or as built-in features of word processing packages or multi-purpose adaptive software programs. In addition, acceleration features are included in some programs that modify keyboard operation and in software programs for alternate input systems. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION AIDS Individuals who have a physical disability that also affects the muscles used in speaking may benefit from technology that enhances oral communication. Portable devices providing synthesized speech or written output may aid communication. They may be accessed in a variety of ways, including touch-sensitive keyboards, switches and optical pointers. They may be used standalone or, in some cases, as alternate input to a computer. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS An environmental control program helps an individual operate lights, a radio or television, a telephone or most any electrical device. For example, by using an environmental control device and a switch or voice recognition system, a person with reduced motor control can turn appliances on and off. In addition, some environmental control aids also function as input to a computer for purposes such as word processing. 5 Introduction TECHNOLOGY __________ Keyboard Modification Many individuals with a disability can use a standard IBM PC keyboard but may be under the constraint of typing with one hand, with only one or two fingers, with a head pointer, mouthstick or handstick or with poor motor control. Hardware and software adaptations to the standard keyboard assist a person in achieving productive, efficient and accurate typing on the computer keyboard. For persons who need some means of preventing accidental keystrokes, KEYGUARDS are a common modification. A keyguard is a plate which fits over the top of a keyboard and has holes over some or all of the keys. It allows the user a place to rest the hands while typing, but primarily it is designed to prevent inadvertent key presses caused by poor motor control or other factors. Some other adaptations for the one-finger, one-hand or stick typist are key latches and single-finger programs. Key latches are levers positioned over keys such as SHIFT, CONTROL or ALT which can be locked down on these keys. SINGLE-FINGER PROGRAMS allow the user to change the operation of keys so that they do not need to be pressed at the same time as another key. Keyboard redefinition programs allow the value of each key to be reassigned so the user can create a layout tailored to individual needs. Software programs are available to enhance typing speed and accuracy by reducing the number of keystrokes needed to produce words, phrases, sentences or paragraphs. For example, ABBREVIATION EXPANSION PROGRAMS accept a few predefined keystrokes from the keyboard ("macros" or abbreviations) and expand them automatically into longer strings of characters (user-defined). Word prediction programs use the initial letters of words as they are typed and present the user with a dynamic "menu" of the most commonly used words that begin with that letter. The user selects the whole word from the menu, rather than typing each letter of the word separately. PRODUCT: 1-KEY VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 1-Key is a program for persons with physical impairments who press one key at a time or have trouble pressing a key and releasing it before the key repeats. The repeat function can be suspended; the SHIFT, CTRL and ALT keys can be temporarily locked. ________________________________________________________________________ 6 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: ACCESS UTILITY SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 3.0 VENDOR: Trace Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Access Utility Software provides access for persons with disabilities to Microsoft Windows 3.0 and consists of replacement keyboard and mouse device drivers, a Windows application for changing and saving parameters and a manual in electronic form. The program creates "sticky" Atl, Ctrl and Shift keys that do not have to be held down, and lets the number keypad function as a mouse. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ACCESSDOS VENDOR: Trace Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: AccessDOS is a software program that provides extended keyboard, mouse, and sound access for IBM DOS users and is especially helpful for people with disabilities; its features include StickyKeys, MouseKeys, RepeatKeys, SlowKeys, BounceKeys, SerialKeys, and ShowSounds. AccessDOS works in DOS 3.3, 4.0, 5.0. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: BLOORVIEW MINIATURE KEYBOARD VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Bloorview Miniature Keyboard (now supported by Tash) is a replacement keyboard which allows someone with limited strength or limited range of motion to access an IBM PC or PC XT. Features include a light activation force (less than 30 grams), local screen display of each key press, a small target area, tactile and auditory feedback and long battery life. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CHAMELEON KEYBOARD CUSTOMIZER VENDOR: Sirius Industries Inc. 21608 North 20th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85027 (602) 780-0034 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Chameleon is a small, stand-alone device allowing the user to plug a PC keyboard into it to customize the keyboard; running independently of software, Chameleon lets the user represent multiple keystrokes with one keystroke, program Macros and store over 2,000 characters. It permits one-hand operation. ________________________________________________________________________ 7 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: CLOSE-UP VENDOR: Norton-Lambert Corporation P.O. Box 4085 Santa Barbara, CA 93140 (805) 687-8896 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: With this program the user can run virtually any program on a distant PC and have full control of the other computer. Its use allows two˙computers in two˙locations˙to operate˙simultaneously. With the pop-up "chat" window, the two computer users may chat with each other while working with any application. Includes˙total error protection, remote work at twice the speed, remote printing, quick file transfer, graphics, built-in time and billing system, disabled customer keyboard feature˙and three ways of recording and playing back. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CTRL, ALT AND SHIFT KEY ADAPTATION VENDOR: Loyola High School attn: Father B. Murray, S.J. Towson, MD 21204 (301) 435-1833 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: CTRL, ALT and SHIFT Key Adaptation is a program for one-finger operation of keys which normally have to be pressed at the same time as another key. The program resides in memory and is in effect while the user runs standard software applications programs. Typing CONTROL, SHIFT or ALT will automatically affect the next keystroke (i.e., striking CONTROL and then "a" triggers CONTROL-A). Successive keystrokes are not affected. A CONTROL-ALT-DELETE combination (system re-boot) can also be executed sequentially. Certain programs have been tested and found compatible with this program, while others have been found incompatible. The program is not copy-protected, and the cost covers updates. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DOS DIRECTOR VENDOR: Power Up Software P.O. Box 7600 San Mateo, CA 94403 (800) 851-2917 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: DOS Director is a transparent interface to the operating system that allows single-key commands and shows a graphic representation of the disk's directory. The user can copy, erase, rename files, move, remove and change directories without typing a word. ________________________________________________________________________ 8 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: DREAMER VENDOR: T.S. Micro Tech Inc. 12565 Crenshaw Blvd. Hawthorne, CA 90250 (213) 644-0859 ˙ FAX213 644-0567 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dreamer is an intelligent, add-on function keyboard providing single-keystroke access to multiple-keystroke functions. In addition to special toggle keys for CTRL, ALT, SHIFT to turn the key ON or OFF, there is a numeric keypad and 30 other programmable keys. The 7" x 10" Dreamer is used with the existing PC keyboard. No software is involved; training is minimal. There are variations of the Dreamer. The Dreamer and keyboard are daisy-chained. Programmable models (50-key) are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DVORAK KEYBOARD CONVERTER VENDOR: Typewriting Institute for the Handicapped 3102 W. Augusta Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85051 (602) 939-5344 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dvorak Keyboard Converters are alternate computer keyboards that function like the standard keyboard but have the keys laid out in the Dvorak configuration, a system that reduces strain and increases efficiency for a person typing with only one hand. The Dvorak layout distributes the typing load more evenly for each finger on the one-hand typist's hand than does the standard layout. Right- and left-handed models are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DVORAK KEYBOARD MODIFICATION PROGRAMS VENDOR: Dvorak P. O. Box 129 Brandon, VT 05733 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dvorak carries many programs which allow the user to remap the computer keyboard to the Dvorak configuration. Programs for the IBM PC family include PC/Dvorak and a software typing tutorial called Dvorak QED Typing Made Easy. Keyboard overlays and one-handed Dvorak layouts are available. ________________________________________________________________________ 9 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: EXPANDED COMPUTER KEYBOARDS VENDOR: EKEG Electronics Co. Ltd. P.O. Box 46199, Station G Vancouver, BC V6R 4G5 CANADA (604) 273-4358 ˙ FAX604 273-1148 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Expanded Computer Keyboards are large panels of the standard computer keyboards that send the same output as the standard so that any program will run with the expanded keyboard. The keyboards measure 14x24x1" and have 1 1/2" square keys. Keyboards are flat so overlays may be added. The keyboards contain their own microprocessor to provide additional features such as adjustable delay to accept a key, adjustable delay before repeat, adjustable repeat rate and firmware latching on Caps lock, Shift, Control and Alt which normally have to be held down at the same time. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: EXPANDED KEYBOARD MOUSE VENDOR: EKEG Electronics Co. Ltd. P.O. Box 46199, Station G Vancouver, BC V6R 4G5 CANADA (604) 273-4358 ˙ FAX604 273-1148 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This expanded keyboard mouse is available for IBM PCs and PS/2s. It gives points of compass control over the mouse pointer and measures 9"x9"x1" and weighs 1 pound. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: EXPANDED NUMERIC KEYPADS VENDOR: EKEG Electronics Co. Ltd. P.O. Box 46199, Station G Vancouver, BC V6R 4G5 CANADA (604) 273-4358 ˙ FAX604 273-1148 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: These expanded numeric keyboards were developed for data entry by persons with disabilities - especially those with severe motor impairments (C.P.). The keys are 1 1/2" square and are covered with a transparent waterproof cover overlaying the keys. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FILCH 2.2 VENDOR: Kinetic Designs Inc. 14231 Anatevka Lane SE Olalla, WA 98359 (206) 857-7943 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Filch is a programmable keyboard filter program that offers multiple keyboard aid functions on a PC. In addition to the common multiple one finger typing modes, software keyguard functions and keyboard auto-repeat controls, Filch provides cognitive and ergonomic benefit. It comes with an interactive tutorial and manual, a full function text editor and helpful utilities, including a keyboarding capability assessment program. ________________________________________________________________________ 10 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: FLEXSHIELD KEYBOARD PROTECTORS VENDOR: Hooleon Corporation P. O. Box 201 Cornville, AZ 86325 (602) 634-7515 ˙ FAX602 634-4620 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: FlexShields are transparent keyboard protectors allowing instant recognition of keytop legends. They have a matte finish to reduce glare. The protector fits over the entire keyboard to prevent dust, spills, ashes or any foreign object from entering the key area. Can be used with keytop labels which fit over the keys or attach to the FlexShields, allowing for customizing of the keyboard and changing programs. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FOOTMOUSE VENDOR: Resources Exchange Associates 220 N. Dunlap St. Petersburg, VA 23803 (804) 733-0287 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Footmouse is a cursor control device operated by foot movement. The base of the Footmouse remains on the floor, and the cursor is moved by sliding the foot over the base in an up, down, left or right motion. Footmouse performs all the functions of the standard keyboard cursor keys, including auto-repeat if held down. Footmouse plugs in between the keyboard and the computer; it does not interfere with normal keyboard operations when in use. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FREEDOM WRITER VENDOR: World Communications 245 Tonopah Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 (415) 656-0911 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Freedom Writer is a word processor specifically designed for individuals with disabilities. The user does not have to type on the keyboard - the keyboard can be operated entirely with an "on screen keyboard" and pointing devices such as a mouse, light pen or joystick or a single key from the computer keyboard or single switch or speech input. The user enters complete words and phrases and has instant access to the most commonly used words. In addition to 12,000 fixed words, the user can store up to 5000 words and up to 200 phrases. The Freedom Writer may be used to write computer programs as well as documents. It has all the standard word processing features such as block move, block copy, underlining, heading and footing. Memory requirements are 192 K. The vendor may be contacted for a free demonstration disk. ________________________________________________________________________ 11 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: FREESTYLE KEYBOARDS VENDOR: RosePoint Technology Corp. 770 S. Arroyo Pkwy - Suite 100 Pasadena, CA 91105 (818) 793-0330 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Freestyle keyboards may be used in place of, or in addition to, the keyboards of most personal computers. The layout may be as large or small as necessary and each individual key may be in any location. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HANDIKEY/DELUXE VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiKEY/Deluxe, memory resident software, permits alternate means of entering keyboard data using sets of matrices that may be scanned or directly selected using a trackball, mouse, joystick, etc. It includes word prediction, abbreviation expansion and matrix modification. Deluxe support speech output. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HELP U KEY VENDOR: World Communications 245 Tonopah Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 (415) 656-0911 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Help U Key is for people who have difficulty using the computer keyboard, for those who hate repetitive commands, words and phrases and for the people who want to increase productivity and reduce spelling mistakes. It's for those who use one or two fingers, mouthsticks, headsticks or keyguards. Features include One Finger Operation, Word Prediction, Repeat Key Defeat, User defined dictionaries and Macros. Free demo disk is available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HELP U KEY AND SPEAK VENDOR: World Communications 245 Tonopah Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 (415) 656-0911 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Help U Key and Speak is for persons who have difficulty using the computer keyboard and are non-speaking or speech impaired. Features include One Finger Operation, Repeat Key Defeat, Word Prediction, User Defined Dictionaries and Macros. The product provides complete keyboard control and the ability to speak sentences via Text to Speech Converter. A free demo disk is available. ________________________________________________________________________ 12 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: HELP U KEYBOARD VENDOR: World Communications 245 Tonopah Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 (415) 656-0911 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Help U Keyboard eliminates the need to type on the regular computer keyboard. The user selects keys from the keyboard display using alternative input devices such as Mouse, Trackball or other Mouse-like devices. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEY TRONIC KB 5153 TOUCH PAD KEYBOARD VENDOR: KeyTronic P.O. Box 14687 Spokane, WA 99214 (800) 262-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This keyboard integrates a regular full-function keyboard, a numeric keypad with a cursor key capability and a touch pad into one unit. Touch pad allows for four modes of operation: cursor key, mouse, graphic and a function key. In the cursor key mode, motion of the stylus or finger is converted into cursor key codes. The mouse mode converts the same motion into movement or position change messages. In the graphic mode, the point of touch is digitized and transmitted to the host, while the function key mode divides the surface of the touch pad into separate function key areas. A string of characters selected by the user is associated with each function key. Touching the function area sends the words or phrase directly to the computer as if keyed by user. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEY TRONIC PLUG-COMPATIBLE KEYBOARDS VENDOR: KeyTronic P.O. Box 14687 Spokane, WA 99214 (800) 262-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Key Tronic Plug-Compatible Keyboards function like their standard counterparts, but offer different layouts. Among the features offered are function keys along the top of the board (rather than on the left as on a standard PC keyboard), separate cursor and numeric keypads, different locations for some of the non-character keys and Dvorak layouts. Price differs between models of the keyboards. The KB 5150 has the same layout as a standard PC/XT, but with some different features, including the option for one-finger typing adaptation. The KB 5151 models have separate numeric and cursor keypads and can be changed to Dvorak configuration with a conversion kit. These keyboards are available for the IBM PC XT; some models have special versions for persons with disabilities. Models offered a re KB101 (101 keys with 12 function keys), KB101 PLUS, KB5151 (XT compatible and AT upgradeable), KB3270, KB5184WP (10 function keys on left hand side). ________________________________________________________________________ 13 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: KEYBOARD COVERS VENDOR: Glen Weil Westland Estates 4139 Paramount Blvd.- S.P. 57 Pico Rivera, CA 90660 (213) 692-4939 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: These custom-made plastic keyboard covers come in half size for individuals who need a key cover for the return key or a full size cover designed by the user; the cover may also be used on a typewriter. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARD EXPANDER VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyboard Expander software/hardware is an alternate access method to IBM PC XT; AT; PS/2-25, -30 and -30-286. With the expander and an alternate keyboard, persons with physical disabilities can use most commercial software packages. It supports Unicorn, Mini and Narwhal alternate keyboards. All 128 keys are redefinable, and the repeat rate and hold-down rate are user-controlled. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARD KOOZY VENDOR: JAR Industries Inc. 16910 Texas Ave. Webster, TX 77598 (800) 876-2524 ˙ (713) 332-0777 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Keyboard Koozy is an ergonomically correct wrist rest to address Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ailments for persons using a computer keyboard; it is made of a durable high density foam covered with a washable material. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING - DYSLEXIC EDITION VENDOR: Teachers' Institute for Special Education 2947 Bayside Court Wantagh, NY 11793 (516) 781-2020 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This edition is a combined modality approach to help dyslexic students make maximum use of functional intellectual capabilities while avoiding frustrations associated with reading disabilities. ________________________________________________________________________ 14 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING - HEARING IMPAIRED EDITION VENDOR: Teachers' Institute for Special Education 2947 Bayside Court Wantagh, NY 11793 (516) 781-2020 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This edition is for the unique needs of hearing students (all grade levels). It incorportes a visually cued split-screen approach. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING - L.D. EDITION VENDOR: Teachers' Institute for Special Education 2947 Bayside Court Wantagh, NY 11793 (516) 781-2020 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This edition is introduced alphabetically through a software menu that is visually engineered to provide the learning disabled student with an optimal learning environment. Data input lessons are included along with one-, three-, and five-minute speed tests that are automatically timed and graded. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING - VISUALLY LIMITED EDITION VENDOR: Teachers' Institute for Special Education 2947 Bayside Court Wantagh, NY 11793 (516) 781-2020 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This edition is introduced alphabetically through a software menu that is visually engineered using a visual cue. Individualized spelling and quiz supplements selected by teacher or student range from elementary to college. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING BY ABILITY VENDOR: Teachers' Institute for Special Education 2947 Bayside Court Wantagh, NY 11793 (516) 781-2020 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This keyboarding product teaches typing to physically challenged students who have the full use of one hand; the program may be designed for any physically challenged person and is also adaptable for headstick and mouthstick. ________________________________________________________________________ 15 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING FOR THE PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED VENDOR: Glencoe Division - Macmillan/McGraw-Hill 13955 Manchester Rd. Manchester, MO 63011 (800) 334-7344 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyboarding for the Physically Handicapped is a typing tutor for those needing touch typing adapted to their keyboard. Programs vary from one for both hands through various combinations to one for one finger or a mouthstick. Each program uses a chart showing which fingers to use. A separate speed test disk contains tailored drill materials that provide further assistance in developing keyboard skills. Programs for individual handicaps for the homebound students can be ordered through: Teachers' Institute for Special Education. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARDING WITH ONE HAND VENDOR: Educational Electronic Techniques, LTD 1088 Wantagh Ave. Wantagh, NY 11793 (800) 433-8872 ˙ (516) 221-4173 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyboarding with One Hand instructs and drills an individual with the use of only one hand in efficient keyboarding. The program allows full printout. After mastery of the first ten lessons, the basic elements of word processing are introduced. The user types, saves, recalls and prints with this program. The program consists of two disks, one containing instructional material, another containing a series of drills. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYGUARD VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The TASH keyguard for computers is a metal shield with holes over the key positions which help prevent the unintentional activation of more than one key at a time. Velcro fasteners for mounting are included. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYGUARD VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This is a clear plastic keyguard for the IBM 101 enhanced keyboard and is attached with velcro. Included is a program for staydown of the SHIFT, ALT, and CTRL keys. Optional manual latchdown levers for these keys are also available. ________________________________________________________________________ 16 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: KEYGUARD VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This keyguard for the IBM PC is made of dark brown plastic and has 0.6"-diameter holes for each key. The keyguard prevents the user from inadvertently pressing more than one key at a time. Software provides for single finger typing, eliminating the necessity of holding down two keys at once. Hook-and-loop type fasteners attach the keyguard. For information on custom keyguards for PC and PS/2, contact Prentke Romich. If a typewriter keyguard is ordered, the typewriter must be shipped custom fit. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYGUARDS / EXPANDED KEYBOARDS VENDOR: Special Access Systems 4 Benson Place Oxford Endgland OX2 6QH, 0865-56154 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyguards and expanded keyboards from this English manufacturer fit IBM PCs and compatibles, as well as the PS/2 family. Made of plastic coated steel, the expanded keyboard withstands heavy use and is designed for single finger, toe or headpointer; it features an adjustable tremor delay to prevent unwanted keystrokes. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYPORT (300, 60, 176) VENDOR: Polytel Computer Products Corporation 1287 Hammerwood Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94089 (800) 245-6655 ˙ (408) 745-1540 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyport 300, a touchpad input device for the PC, provides 300 programmable keys arranged in 20 rows of 15 columns; each key is 1/2" square. It supplements or replaces the standard keyboard. Interchangeable overlays identify the function of each programmed key. By recognizing the illustrated function of a Keyport key, a user has one-touch access to a program's command sequence or series of keystrokes without knowing or recalling the keystroke sequence or navigating through menus. Reducing keystrokes allows the user to work faster. Keyport allows sequential entry of SHIFT, ALT, CTRL keys; it may be used as an enlarged keyboard for users with visual impairments. The Keyports may be used for word processing, spreadsheets, database applications, language translations, desktop publishing and as a computer-aided design tool. The Keyport 60 is the same as the 300 except it has three rows of 20 keys and fits along the top of the standard keyboard. The keyports may be used with the PS/2 25 and 30 models as well as the PC family; a microchannel interface card is available; KP 176 has a tactile feedback touch key feature. ________________________________________________________________________ 17 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: KEYSTOPPER KIT VENDOR: Hooleon Corporation P. O. Box 201 Cornville, AZ 86325 (602) 634-7515 ˙ FAX602 634-4620 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This kit helps a user prevent data loss through accidental keystrokes. KeyStopper devices restrict the use of individual keys without damaging the keyboard. Each kit contains four each of "hard" and "soft" KeyStoppers: the hard key lockouts disable a key, the soft key lockouts partially immobilize a key, requiring more pressure to operate a key. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYSWAP 4.0 VENDOR: Maverick Software Inc. P.O. Box 998 Melrose, MA 02176 (617) 662-0856 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyswap combines keyboard enhancement features with macro functions, including the ability to redefine keys and edit macros. The program enables a user to keep a library of macros, organizing them by function. The new version contains windowing capabilities, enabling users to switch between two different applications and to execute DOS commands from within an application. Also contains "cut and paste" capabilities so that users can capture information from their screen, save it in a macro and call it back from within another application. Keyboard macros can also be turned on and off with a hot key. The memory requirement is 42K. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYUP VENDOR: Ability Systems Corporation 1422 Arnold Ave. Roslyn, PA 19001 (215) 657-4338 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: KeyUp is a "device driver" keyboard software program for physically impaired persons. It eliminates unwanted repeats by generating a character only when one key is released; it allows single finger shifts and turns repeats on and off; it runs transparent to DOS and other programs, occupying less than 3K of system memory. A fully functional demo is available. ________________________________________________________________________ 18 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: KEYWORKS VENDOR: Alpha Software Corp. 1 North Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (617) 229-2924 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyworks is a memory-resident keyboard macro enhancer that allows the user to record a complex series of keystrokes within any application program and play the entire series back with one keystroke. Keyworks offers pop-up menus of available macros, full screen editing of macros while running another program and a DOS window. Macros can send control codes to the printer. In running a macro, a pause can define how the user enters data or gives commands directly to the application. Macros are saved as ordinary DOS text files that can be altered by any text editor. Keyworks 3.0 replaces 2.0 as Alpha Software's entry level product; highlights include: abbreviation expansion with quick bypass, a quick macro recording key, longer macro descriptions and comments and improved EGA and EMS support. Keyworks advanced version builds on the features in 3.0 by adding a powerful programming language allowing macros to read the screen and branch to other macros. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LIFT MECHANISM VENDOR: Van Norman/Design 202 East Cheyenne Mountain Blvd Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (800) 542-4333 ˙ (303) 540-8618 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This lift mechanism allows computer tables and other tables to be raised or lowered three inches with the push or pull of a lever. The intent is to accommodate both wheelchairs and other office chairs with the same computer table. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LOC-DOTS VENDOR: ARTS Computer Products Inc. 121 Beach St. - Suite 400 Boston, MA 02111-2501 (800) 343-0095 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Loc-Dots are clear, adhesive-backed raised dots which affix to the keyboard to identify certain keys, e.g., the "home row" position, the shift or return keys to help those who can't see the keyboard. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LOCATOR*DOTS VENDOR: Prodigy Products Company Attn: Loc-Dots 14152 Superior Ave. - Suite 4 Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 (216) 932-1413 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Adhesive-back raised dots that provide a reference point. They can be used on the "F" and "J" keys of typewriters and computers to help identify the home row. Also may be used on knobs, buttons, bottle caps, etc., to help provide identification. ________________________________________________________________________ 19 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: MACROMASTER VENDOR: A. J. Weiner Inc. 160 North Main St. Randolph, MA 02368 (800) 253-4727 ˙ (617) 963-9310 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: MacroMaster is a "robot typist" that remembers what you type at your keyboard. MacroMaster will automatically input 24 of your most frequently used software commands or other keyboard input to your PC - at the press of a button. Formerly called echoBOX, MacroMaster eliminates repetitive typing of routine keyboard input. Also available is Macro/Module - a small plug in module enabling the user to have a module for each software or series of macros with unlimited capabilities. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MAGIC FINGERS VENDOR: Words Plus P.O. Box 1229 Lancaster, CA 93534 (805) 949-8331 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Magic Fingers is an abbreviation expansion software program that increases keyboard speed and accuracy and eliminates the need to type often-used words and phrases - allowing the user to define up to 500 abbreviations per disk or directory. Magic Fingers automatically replaces an abbreviation with its expanded form, e.g., "tyfyi" indicates "thank you for your interest." Abbreviations may be up to 8 characters, including letters, numbers and some symbols. This utility can be used in word processing, programming languages, forms entry, databases and other software in which the same terms are often typed repeatedly. Additional features include fast cursor for setting the keyboard repeat rate, extended keyboard buffer for typing ahead up to 300 characters, audible key click if desired, screen saver which blanks the screen after 1-9 minutes of no keyboard activity, privacy pop-up screen, system date and time and password lockout. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MAGIC WAND KEYBOARD VENDOR: In Touch Systems 11 Westview Road Spring Valley, NY 10977 (914) 354-7431 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This is a miniature computer keyboard designed for mouthstick users and one-handed typists. It works with the slightest touch of a wand. It is a full-function keyboard, with the complete set of IBM keys and a standard IBM keyboard layout. Twelve special keys have been added for easier word processing, including six programmable keys. ________________________________________________________________________ 20 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: MALTRON KEYBOARD VENDOR: P.C.D.-Maltron Ltd. 15 Orchard Lane East Molesey - Surrey England KT8 0BN, (44)01 398-3265 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Maltron keyboard, ergonomically designed to fit hands, is available for the IBM PC. The Maltron has keys where the fingers find them easily and with comfort. It includes a top row of function keys, a central number group and thumb keys for frequently used functions. Maltron also makes a single-handed keyboard. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MINI-KEYBOARDS VENDOR: EKEG Electronics Co. Ltd. P.O. Box 46199, Station G Vancouver, BC V6R 4G5 CANADA (604) 273-4358 ˙ FAX604 273-1148 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: EKEG Mini-Keyboards have 1/2" square keys, are waterproof and are covered by clear plastic covers that may be peeled back to allow the use of overlays. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MOISTURE GUARD VENDOR: Words Plus P.O. Box 1229 Lancaster, CA 93534 (805) 949-8331 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Moisture Guard is a clear plastic cover for the keys of a computer. The cover allows keys to be pressed, but prevents liquids, dust and dirt from getting on or between the keys. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MOTIONLESSMOUSE VENDOR: Sirius Industries Inc. 21608 North 20th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85027 (602) 780-0034 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The MotionlessMouse allows the benefits of a pointing device that operates solely by touch and stays in place. It is touch sensitive: the harder the user presses, the faster it goes. ________________________________________________________________________ 21 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: MOUTHSTICKS VENDOR: Fred Sammons Inc. Box 32 Brookfield, IL 60513-0032 (800) 323-5547 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Four models all have a V-shaped mouthpiece that allows tongue movement. The Wand Mouthstick has a rubber tip for typing or page turning. Clamp-On Mouthstick holds a pencil, pen or brush. Auto Pencil Mouthstick allows the user to adjust pencil lead without hands. The Vertical Pincher Mouthstick has a tongue-controlled pincher at the end which can be used to insert paper into a typewriter. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: OCTIMA CHORD KEYBOARD VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Octima is a computer keyboard that is controlled by one hand; its system of chords (groups of keys) represent all the standard keys of the keyboard. The user presses a group of keys and the appropriate key is sent to the computer. A software tutorial and instruction manual are included. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ONE FINGER VENDOR: Trace Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: One Finger (version 5.05) allows a finger-, headstick-, mouthstick-user to access standard DOS software for the IBM PC XT, AT and PS/2. The program remains resident. Although each model handles the keyboard a bit differently, the program is able to determine which is being used. The program allows for one finger use of Shift, Control, Alt. Depressing and releasing one of these keys once makes it active for the next key. Depressing it twice locks that key until it is unlocked by depressing it again. One Finger also allows: manual turning on/off of the program, audible feedback on the status of the shift keys and user selectable delay time on the automatic repeat of the keys from 0.5 to 60 seconds. ________________________________________________________________________ 22 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: OPTIMOUSE VENDOR: ISCAN Inc. P.O. Box 2076 Cambridge, MA 02238 (617) 868-5353 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: OPTIMOUSE is a remote cursor-control system allowing operators to control computer functions by pointing at the computer screen. It consists of a small two-dimensional video sensor, a lightweight hand-held pointer and the OPTIMOUSE electronics package interfacing to a computer in much the same way as a conventional light pen or digitizer tablet. The pointer contains a push button, allowing menu selection or other forms of data entry. It is designed for use in environments requiring intensive or tedious data entry or wherever it is inconvenient to use a mouse, digitizing tablet or light pen. Applications include CAD/CAM data entry and control systems for the disabled. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PC KING KEYBOARD VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Separated and enlarged keys are slightly recessed allowing user to stabilize limb on keyboard without activating keys. Microswitch keys click when activated providing feedback to user. Keys require 200 gms force to operate. Keyboard automatically recognizes IBM PC, XT, AT and PS/2 model 30-286 (and higher) and can be operated simultaneously with the standard keyboard. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PC MINI KEYBOARD VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The PC Mini Keyboard is a small size keyboard with closely spaced membrane keys. Very little force is required to activate keys (100gm). Keys can be activated with mouthstick, pointer, finger, etc. The keyboard plugs into the keyboard port of an IBM PC, XT or AT and does not need any special hardware or software to set up; also it works with PS/2 model 30-286 and higher. The size is 7.5" x 4.5" x .5". The user may set key response time from 0 to 2 seconds. ________________________________________________________________________ 23 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: PC-PEDAL VENDOR: Brown & Co. Inc. P.O. Box 2443 So. Hamilton, MA 01982 (508) 468-7464 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC-Pedal is a single foot-pedal switch that acts as any of several keys to permit one-hand computing. Two versions are available: Standard controls the SHIFT, ALT, CONTROL keys; Enhanced controls any key. The Standard version redefines the space bar as a backspace-delete key so the user does not need to move from home position to perform this function. To choose which key the pedal emulates, the user presses the pedal with the desired special key. When the pedal is subsequently pressed, it acts as the defined key until redefined. Any simple switch may be substituted for the pedal. All setup software is included; PC-Pedal plugs into the standard parallel port; a printer may be plugged into the PC-Pedal plug without interfering. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PC-WRITE VENDOR: Quicksoft Inc. 219 First Ave. N. #224 Seattle, WA 98109 (800) 888-8088 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC-Write is a full-featured word processor that includes a visual beep for persons with hearing impairments, a sticky shift key that assists one finger keying, and a redefinable keyboard, including macros. It requires DOS 2.0 or higher, 448K and works with 3.5 or 5.25 disk drives. There is a PC-Write Lite version which is a simpler word processor for those not needing advanced formatting. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PECK VENDOR: Productivity Software International Inc. 211 E. 43 St. - Suite 2202 New York, NY 10017-4707 (212) 818-1144 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Peck allows the user to enter such common combined-keystroke commands as Ctrl-Alt-Del one key at a time. It enables users who cannot depress multiple keys simultaneously to operate programs that sometimes require those combination keystrokes. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: POLYWRIST-WREST VENDOR: PolyWrist-Wrest Co. 15727 N.E. 1st St. Bellevue, WA 98008 (206) 746-9884 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PolyWrist-Wrest, made of polyethylene foam tubing, cushions wrists while typing on keyboards - ideal for repetitive data entry. ________________________________________________________________________ 24 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: POWERMOUSE VENDOR: ProHance 1307 S. Mary Ave. #104 Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 746-0950 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PowerMouse is a 40-button mouse with numeric keypad, digitizing tablet and remote control device all in one package. It offers 1, 2 or 3-button mouse compatability plus user-configurable keys; each button replaces commands of up to 255 keystrokes. It includes a universal driver that works with most programs, mouse or non-mouse driven. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: POWERPAD VENDOR: Dunamis Inc. 3620 Highway 317 Suwanee, GA 30174 (800) 828-2443 ˙ (404) 932-0486 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PowerPad is a flexible alternate computer input consisting of a grid of 14,400 microswitches covered with a 12" x 12" plastic pad. The surface of the PowerPad can be divided up many ways yielding different sized activation areas. Overlays may then be custom designed to indicate what each key on the PowerPad signifies in that program's configuration. PowerPad connects through the parallel or serial port. Many programs have been developed for the PowerPad for augmentative communication or for rehabilitation training and education. Authoring programs are included for creating one's own program for the PowerPad. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: POWERTRACK VENDOR: ProHance 1307 S. Mary Ave. #104 Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 746-0950 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PowerTrack is a 40-button trackball offering 1, 2 or 3-button mouse compatibility plus user-definable keys which can be configured as number, function or alphabetic keys - or as a series of keystrokes. PowerTrack comes with 30 predefined configurations for DOS, Windows, 1-2-3, WordPerfect, Microsoft Word and WordStar. ________________________________________________________________________ 25 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: PRODUCTIVITY PLUS (PRD+) VENDOR: Productivity Software International Inc. 211 E. 43 St. - Suite 2202 New York, NY 10017-4707 (212) 818-1144 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Productivity Plus is a memory-resident program that works with word processing programs (Wordstar, WordPerfect, etc.) to increase productivity. The user defines abbreviations for frequently used words and phrases, names and addresses, boilerplate text or programming language statements. As the user types, PRD+ replaces the abbreviations with the full text - up to 4,000 characters. There are twenty versions: the Legal Edition, other professional editions for such vertical markets as branches of the federal government, Wall Street and construction. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: QUICKEY VENDOR: Trace Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: QuicKey (version 2.02) is an abbreviation expansion program. The user types a short set of characters (the abbreviation) to produce a longer set (the expansion). It runs simultaneously with other software. Abbreviations may be expanded manually by pressing a single key, or the program may customize the list of abbreviations and expansions. Up to 1,000 abbreviations with an average length of 16 characters may be accommodated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: RAPIDTEXT VENDOR: Rapidtext Inc. 18013 Sky Park Circle Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-6333 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Rapidtext is a software program using a steno machine to input words, phrases, even whole paragraphs to be written in a single keystroke or two. Up to 200 words per minute may be written in WordPerfect. Ideal for educating hearing-impaired students, it allows for instant display of spoken words on a computer monitor and captioning at up to 225 words per minute. ________________________________________________________________________ 26 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: ROBOTIC WORKSTATION ATTENDANT VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Persons with the most severe disabilities will be able to control many work and personal tasks independently with this robotic workstation attendant. It can retrieve files, manuals, turn pages and safely handle diskettes and telephone handsets. The robotic arm can be controlled with IBM PCs and compatibles. A variety of input control options are available, including voice, keyboard, expanded keyboard and single/dual switch Morse code or row scanning. It weighs 18 pounds and can be easily moved from one workstation to another. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROLL & SLIDE VENDOR: The Ability Center of Greater Toledo 5605 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH 43569 (419) 885-5733 ˙ TDD419-882-2387 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Roll & Slide is a keyboard wrist support aid that is helpful for persons with carpal tunnel syndrome. It reduces muscle fatigue and stiffness while keeping the wrist in a neutral or straight position. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SAFESKIN KEYBOARD PROTECTOR VENDOR: Merritt Computer Products 5565 Red Bird Center Dr. - Suite 150 Dallas, TX 75234 (214) 339-0753 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: SafeSkin Keyboard Protectors prevent damage from liquids and foreign matter. SafeSkin is molded to fit the exact contours of the keyboard and is virtually transparent, making keytops and any side markings clearly visible; it remains in place during keyboard use and is available for a wide variety of PCs and workstations, including the IBM PC XT and AT, the IBM 3270 and 3180, and the IBM 3278 and 3101. Custom covers are available. ________________________________________________________________________ 27 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: SCANPAC WITH REALVOICE VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ScanPAC with RealVoice is a portable, battery-powered communication aid with a human voice quality, diphone-based speech synthesizer in male or female voice. It can be mounted in a number of positions and attached to the front of the keyboard. ScanPAC is accessed through scanning, joystick control, Morse code and Memkey Board. This software gives the ability to relocate letter, function and picture, symbol or phrase placement: rearranging the QWERTY keyboard. ScanPAC comes with an abbreviation expansion program; the user may store and recall messages with 1 to 5 letters or numbers; memory capacity is 27,000 characters. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: STICKEY VENDOR: Center for Computer Assistance to the Disabled (C-CAD) 617 Seventh Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: STICKEY is a program which addresses the problem of hitting multiple keys; the program turns these keys into locking keys allowing multiple-key functions to be performed sequentially - for example, the CTRL, ALT and DEL keys. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SUPERKEY VENDOR: Borland International 1800 Green Hills Rd. Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (408) 438-8400 ˙ FAX408 438-0389 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: SuperKey, a keyboard enhancement program, allows the user to store frequently-used commands and retrieve them with two keystrokes and to cut and paste text between applications programs and create single-page help screens for each set of macros created. The user may include fixed or variable-length pauses in macros. SuperKey turns off the screen if the keyboard is not touched for a user-specified time. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: THE BREAKTHRU BOX VENDOR: EKEG Electronics Co. Ltd. P.O. Box 46199, Station G Vancouver, BC V6R 4G5 CANADA (604) 273-4358 ˙ FAX604 273-1148 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Breakthru Box is a smart electronics box which plugs into the keyboard socket of the computer - thereby making the electronics from standalone keyboards available to membrane keyboard users. Suitable membrane keyboards (Unicorn, MemKey and Computability) may be plugged into the box; no additional hardware or software is required. ________________________________________________________________________ 28 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: THE MCKEY MOUSE VENDOR: In Touch Systems 11 Westview Road Spring Valley, NY 10977 (914) 354-7431 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The McKey Mouse is a Microsoft-compatible mouse for persons with little or no hand/arm movement; it's an option for the Magic Wand Keyboard and adds full mouse function without adding any extra devices. The user touces the keys on the Magic Wand and the mouse pointer glides anywhere on the screen. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOTEBOARD VENDOR: Compute Able Network P.O. Box 1706 Portland, OR 97207 (503) 645-0009 ˙ FAX503 645-2049 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Toteboard is a wireless, portable and compact computer keyboard. It uses an infrared system to connect to the processor and is compatible with all IBM PCs and PS/2s. It has a range of 30 feet and comes in a smaller version of 100 key layout on a vertical axis for persons with disabilities involving flexibility and one-handed typing. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOUCH PAD VENDOR: KeyTronic P.O. Box 14687 Spokane, WA 99214 (800) 262-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Touch Pad is a keytronic keyboard. Programmable cursor mouse, graphic, barcode and Dvorak are optional. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOUCHDOWN KEYTOP/KEYFRONT KITS VENDOR: Hooleon Corporation P. O. Box 201 Cornville, AZ 86325 (602) 634-7515 ˙ FAX602 634-4620 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: These kits modify or enlarge the key legends of a computer or typewriter. Keytops are cut to fit and are imprinted on the underside to prevent wear. An adhesive keeps the label in place, while allowing its removal without damaging the keyboard. Custom kits may be ordered or the following are available: home row indicators, reconfiguration kits, emulation kits, word processing kits (for applications such as DisplayWrite, WordPerfect), Dvorak conversion kits, accounting/spreadsheet kits, foreign language kits and more. ________________________________________________________________________ 29 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: UNICORN MEMBRANE KEYBOARDS VENDOR: Unicorn Engineering Inc. 5221 Central Ave. - Suite 205 Richmond, CA 94804 (415) 528-0670 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Unicorn membrane keyboards make it possible for disabled people to access standard software and also serve as communication and writing aids. They operate all software and come in two sizes. Model II features a 10"x20" area and model 510 has an active area of 5"x10" - each with 128 touch sensitive squares which may be grouped to form larger squares. Setups for the squares may be saved on disk; interchangeable overlay sheets slide beneath the plastic cover on the board; interface required. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: UNIKEY UTILITY SOFTWARE VENDOR: Nat. Institute for Rehabilitation Engineering P. O. Drawer T Hewitt, NJ 07421 (800) 736-2216 ˙ (201) 853-6585 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: UniKey is a memory-resident program that modifies the keyboard so that keys can be hit in sequence instead of being held down simultaneously - Shift, Ctrl, Alt, for example. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ E Z KEYS VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: E Z Keys is a RAM-resident program that helps keyboard users run standard software and can provide voice output at the same time. The program combines word prediction and abbreviation expansion strategies. Automatic spacing after punctuation is a feature. Keyboard controls include single finger (or headstick/mouthstick) entry, adjustable accept time, adjustable repeat rate and optional audible key click. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ E Z TALKER VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: E Z Talker is a keyboard input augmentative communication system that combines word prediction, abbreviation expansion, full keyboard control and voice output. It contains a 2,000 word vocabulary and lets the user produce either speech or printed output. Instant Speech keys may be used to generate stored items. ________________________________________________________________________ 30 Keyboard Modification PRODUCT: WORDS+ EQUALIZER VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Equalizer is an integrated speech output and writing system that includes word processing, drawing, games and music capabilities. Communication is enhanced by large, stored vocabulary, rapid access to frequently-used words, word prediction and automated grammatical functions. It allows for fast communication speed for limited access users and can be used by single stroke, two switch, five switch/joystick or full keyboard users. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ KEYWIZ VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: KeyWiz is a RAM-resident program that helps keyboard users run standard software in different ways: combining word processing, automatic word endings, word prediction, abbreviation expansion and full keyboard control with other standard software. It operates with one finger, headstick or mouthstick. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ZYGO TETRASCAN II VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The TETRAscan II alternate computer keyboard uses scanning. Each selection area represents a key on a keyboard. The user makes selections by a row-and-column scanning method (single switch) or by directed scanning (multiple switches). Scanning speed and timing are adjustable. The 4K user-programmable memory allows for programming information into 156 locations so selection of a single message area sends a combination of characters to the computer. Audible feedback is provided for each "key" activation. Cost depends on the interface desired. Connectors include a 7-pin DIN jack for multi-switch, a mini-phone plug for single switch or two 16-pin flat ribbon connectors for the computer. Complete standard keyboard key selections are available. ________________________________________________________________________ 31 Keyboard Modification Alternate Input The keyboard is the primary means of input to an IBM PC for most people. For a disabled person, an alternate input method may be needed in order to access the computer. One option is a keyboard which is a different size from the standard keyboard. Generally, these ALTERNATE KEYBOARDS have a programmable membrane surface that allows the user to define the key assignments and the size of the key. Other ALTERNATE INPUT devices allow an individual to indicate a desired letter or position on a matrix or grid by pointing with a light pointer or touching the grid. Devices with scanning arrays allow an individual to make a selection when the desired letter, number or word is reached. Common forms for scanning arrays are menus on a computer screen, grids of squares with lights which light sequentially and dial faces (like clocks) with pointers which revolve to point to symbols. When using a scanning array, the user activates a switch to move through the choices to make a selection. In order to connect some alternate input devices to an IBM PC, a KEYBOARD EMULATING INTERFACE may be required to allow the device and the computer to communicate. A keyboard emulating interface translates the signals from the alternate input device into signals resembling those from a standard keyboard. An additional alternate input system is MORSE CODE entry using single or dual switches. Keyboard emulators accommodating Morse Code input and training programs are available. PRODUCT: ABLE-2 PRODUCT FAMILY VENDOR: Automated Business Systems & Services Inc. 6715 Kenilworth Ave. Riverdale, MD 20737-9960 (301) 454-8200 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ABLE-2 Product Family supports computer users with special needs in a systematic program in four parts: needs assessment, workstation family, focused training, life cycle support. Needs assessment focuses on vision-impaired/blind, hearing-impaired/deaf and neuromuscular impairment or para/quadriplegic. Computer users with visual impairments are provided with optical character readers, voice synthesizers, screen readers, tactile output displays and Braille devices. The workstation family may be configured with voice input, mouse, foot pedal, joystick and headpointer. ________________________________________________________________________ 32 Alternate Input PRODUCT: ACS MEDICOM COMPUTER SYSTEM VENDOR: ACS Telecom 25825 Eshelman Ave. Lomita, CA 90717 (213) 325-3055 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ACS Medicom system for communication, environmental control and computer access is based on two IBM PCs connected as a parallel system, allowing access to all IBM PC software. Two input systems are provided: voice and switch/body movement. Voice input allows the user to create vocabularies; switch/body movement output allows the user to enter data with a single switch, multiple switches or a joystick. A voice output option reads the screen via a speech synthesizer. With the system, the user may run standard software, control various appliances with BSR X-10 control modules, dial and talk on the phone or communicate via computer networks. The system may be used for wheelchair and robotics control. Expansion options are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: AID+ME VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: AID+ME is an access interface that helps the user to select a variety of entry methods/devices such as a membrane keyboard, switch, touch window, mouse or joystick. It is supported for the PC and PS/2 family of computers. Features include scanning setup, key redefinition, mouse emulation, voice output with on-board synthesizer. It enables the user to run a variety of applications including text programs, educational software and CAD applications. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CANON COMMUNICATOR M VENDOR: Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NY 11042-9979 (516) 488-6700 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Canon Communicator M is a portable communication aid that offers 190 keyboard functions and printed tape output. The A, B, C, D and E keys store words or phrases (up to 19 characters). Stored messages or phrases may be changed at any time. The Communicator may be used as an alternate input to a computer with a serial interface. Output from the Communicator is to a thermal dot printer. Input is made via direct selection. Keyguards, wheelchair mounting, raincover, arm belts and other accessories are available. ________________________________________________________________________ 33 Alternate Input PRODUCT: CINTEX VENDOR: NanoPac 4833 South Sheridan Rd. - suite 402 Tulsa, OK 74145-5718 (918) 665-0329 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: CINTEX allows computer input by eyebrow switch, sip-n-puff switch, joystick or other contact switches. It offers functions for word processing and word prediction, printing, appliance and environmental control, telephone support, games, music composition and calculator use. A speech output and voice input function recognize repeated sounds. The word processor contains anticipatory arrays providing word prediction. Its environmental controller operates up to 256 household devices. Telephone support includes automatic dialing, switch to speaker phone, a note-taking function, touch or pulse dialing and easy touch-tone access. The word processor accepts and stores musical notes for music composition. The system provides musical playback without additional hardware. Full keyboard support is provided for those using mouthsticks or head pointers. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DADA ENTRY VENDOR: Designing Aids for Disabled Adults 249 Concord Ave. - Unit 2 Toronto, ON M6H-2P4 Canada (416) 975-9206 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dada Entry provides a number of ways of alternative access codes including row/column, Morse code, joystick and mouse. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DARCI VENDOR: WesTest Engineering Corp. 1470 North Main Bountiful, UT 84010 (801) 298-7100 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: DARCI is a joystick computer control device for mobility impaired users for IBM PCs and PS/2s. DARCI comes with an extra plug so the standard keyboard can still be connected while it is in use. No modifications to the standard computer are needed. DARCI allows keyboard use by anyone who can position a joystick and works with all standard software. It comes with a reference manual, a set of training software and a series of reference cards. ________________________________________________________________________ 34 Alternate Input PRODUCT: DATAGLOVE MODEL 2 VENDOR: VPL Research Inc. 656 Blair Island Rd. - Suite 304 Redwood City, CA 94063 (415) 361-1710 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: VPL's DataGlove is a patented computer input device which converts hand gestures and positions into computer-readable form. It consists of the DataGlove and a desktop control unit. Sensors mounted on a lightweight lycra glove monitor flexion and extension of the fingers and the position and orientation of the hand. The microprocessor-based control unit acquires data from the DataGlove and transmits it to the host. DataGlove opens up new ways of interacting with computers in CAD/CAM applications, robotics and telemanipulation, simulation and animation. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DRAGONDICTATE VENDOR: Dragon Systems Inc. 90 Bridge St. Newton, MA 02158 (800) 825-5897 ˙ (617) 965-5200 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: DragonDictate is a complete speech recognition system with phonetic models built for 30,000 words to allow the user to run a computer by voice - ceating memo, reports, any free text by speaking. It adapts to your voice, learning how you say words and predicting how you will say similar words (usually at 35 words per minute). It requires an IBM PS/2 386 processor or compatible running MS-DOS and 5 1/4 disk drive. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: E Z COM VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: E Z Com is a scanning and communication system designed for someone who needs widely-spaced characters in the scanning display or who can use auditory scanning with no display; it is for someone who has reasonably good spelling skills and requires single switch input. It is simple and limited - providing relatively slow communication. ________________________________________________________________________ 35 Alternate Input PRODUCT: EYEGAZE COMPUTER SYSTEM VENDOR: LC Technologies Inc. 4415 Glenn Rose St. Fairfax, VA 22032 (800) 733-5284 ˙ (703) 425-7509 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Eyegaze is a vision-controlled computer system that brings a variety of functions together under the control of a person's eyes - typing, word processing, speech output, environmental control and running most DOS software. The system includes an eye-activated printer, telephone and several games. Response is accurate within 1/4" of where the user's eye is focused. Activation time is 2/3 second. The new interactive keyboard permits a teacher to type manually while a student types via Eyegaze on the same screen. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: EYETYPER MODEL 300 VENDOR: Sentient Systems Technology Inc. 5001 Baum Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (412) 682-0144 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: An electronic keyboard and portable communication aid controlled by eye gaze, the EyeTyper is placed 11" in front of the user's eyes for selecting letters, numbers or commands by gazing at the positions. Longer units may be typed using two-gaze combinations. Vocabulary may be programmed by the user with the eyes, from an external keyboard or by loading from disk. Text is displayed on a 40-character display and spoken by a built-in synthesizer. Overlays may be purchased or made. Options include a printer, an external display and an external keyboard for programming vocabulary. A built-in keyboard emulating interface is provided, permitting the EyeTyper to be used as an alternate computer keyboard or to run an environmental control system. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: EZMORSE VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ezMorse is a morse code keyboard emulator that uses basic military codes with mneumonic codes for other keyboard keys. Features include on-screen help, single or dual switch access, manual on disk (or printed), cable for serial, parallel or game port. ________________________________________________________________________ 36 Alternate Input PRODUCT: EZSCAN VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ezScan is part of Regenesis Development Corp.'s Multi-Access Package (see separate listing) for physically disabled users. It allows disabled users to use most software packages and features overlapping windows to help control the screen through single or dual switch. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FREEBOARD COMPUTER ACCESS SYSTEM VENDOR: Pointer Systems Inc. One Mill Street Burlington, VT 05401 (800) 537-1562 ˙ (802) 658-3260 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Freeboard offers a range of computer access options for people whose disabilities make it difficult to type on a regular keyboard. As a keyboard replacement program, it allows typing using a mouse, trackball, joystick or a simple switch in a scanning mode. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FREEDOM WRITER VENDOR: World Communications 245 Tonopah Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 (415) 656-0911 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Freedom Writer is a word processor specifically designed for individuals with disabilities. The user does not have to type on the keyboard - the keyboard can be operated entirely with an "on screen keyboard" and pointing devices such as a mouse, light pen or joystick or a single key from the computer keyboard or single switch or speech input. The user enters complete words and phrases and has instant access to the most commonly used words. In addition to 12,000 fixed words, the user can store up to 5000 words and up to 200 phrases. The Freedom Writer may be used to write computer programs as well as documents. It has all the standard word processing features such as block move, block copy, underlining, heading and footing. Memory requirements are 192 K. The vendor may be contacted for a free demonstration disk. ________________________________________________________________________ 37 Alternate Input PRODUCT: FREEWHEEL HEAD POINTING SYSTEM VENDOR: Pointer Systems Inc. One Mill Street Burlington, VT 05401 (800) 537-1562 ˙ (802) 658-3260 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: FreeWheel provides computer access for people whose disabilities prevent them from using their hands on a regular keyboard. An optical pointer provides control of a special cursor, plus menu selection capability. The keyboard appears as a visual image placed over the screen; the cursor moves around by head motion. The optical camera has a standard input jack making it compatible with any stock input switch. The visual keyboard can be "dragged" to any position on the monitor and can disappear on command. A common word feature completes words to speed up data entry. FreeWheel can be used for environmental control purposes (lights and appliances) with the X-10 Powerhouse. Applications include word processing, spreadsheets, data communications, desktop publishing, CAD/CAM and programming. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FULCRUM TRACKBALL PLUS VENDOR: Fulcrum Computer Products 459 Allan Court Healdsburg, CA 95448 (707) 433-0202 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This is a cursor pointing device, designed for interfacing with an IBM computer and many CAD/CAE environments via a standard RS232 port. Pointing and cursor control can be achieved by the use of the fingertips to position the ball. It requires 4.62" by 5.37" of desk space. Six user switches are provided for additional flexibility with menu driven software such as CAD/CAM applications. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HANDICODE VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiCODE is a memory resident Morse code facility which converts Morse code into keyboard data. Total keyboard functionality is obtained through Morse code input via single, dual or triple switch interface (sip & puff, etc.) or Morse code paddle. Supports speech output. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HANDIKEY/DELUXE VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiKEY/Deluxe, memory resident software, permits alternate means of entering keyboard data using sets of matrices that may be scanned or directly selected using a trackball, mouse, joystick, etc. It includes word prediction, abbreviation expansion and matrix modification. Deluxe support speech output. ________________________________________________________________________ 38 Alternate Input PRODUCT: HANDISHIFT VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiSHIFT is a memory resident sticky key utility for users with restricted access to the keyboard. Three modes of operation are provided: shifting the next character and two modes of shift lock. It has an optional visual shift state indication. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HANDIWORD VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiWORD is a memory-resident, statistically-weighted word prediction software facility; it learns user's word usage and includes abbreviation expansion, complete macro capability and dictionary maintenance; it is available in French, Spanish, German and Italian. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HEADMASTER VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HeadMaster allows persons who are unable to use their hands to perform computer functions. It performs all mouse functions; the headset and control unit work together to measure the rotation of the user's head and translate it into cursor movements on the screen. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: IBM VOICETYPE VENDOR: Dragon Systems Inc. 90 Bridge St. Newton, MA 02158 (800) 825-5897 ˙ (617) 965-5200 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IBM VoiceType, a multimedia speech recognition product, allows a person to use DOS 5.0, word-processing, database, and spreadsheet applications simply by dictating a word or command. VoiceType provides an accessible workstation that may be used by people who can't easily use a keyboard or who can only use the keyboard in a limited way. An 80,000 word dictionary assists in word prediction. ________________________________________________________________________ 39 Alternate Input PRODUCT: IDEAPHONE VENDOR: IDEATECH Inc. 1806 T St. NW Washington, DC 20009 (800) 247-IDEA ˙ (202) 667-4559 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IDEAPHONE is a programmable telephone installed inside a personal computer. It consists of a microprocessor board, a software diskette and a headset. The PC continues to function as a computer, enabling the user to enter or retrieve information while talking on the system. It allows for single keystroke operation of the telephone for both incoming and outgoing calls; it can be operated with voice recognition for hands-free operation. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: INTEX TALKER II VENDOR: Intex Micro Systems Corporation P.O. Box 12310 Birmingham, MI 48012 (313) 540-7601 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This portable speech output communication aid has internal batteries and an 80 character display; special HELP key accesses built-in tutorial. Examples are spoken; unlimited vocabulary text-to-speech mode pronounces any entry. Single keystroke operation with up to 40 programmable levels (or pages) is available. Symbolic overlay kit with different sized target areas and keyguard available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ISCAN VENDOR: ISCAN Inc. P.O. Box 2076 Cambridge, MA 02238 (617) 868-5353 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ISCAN Eye Slaved Poting (ESP) System is a turnkey eye movement monitoring system designed as a communication aid for severely disabled persons. By looking, the ESP system operator can select one of 24 icons displayed on the PC screen; the icons allow the user to interface with the computer and/or the user's external environment to spell words, turn on lights, etc. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KEYBOARD EXPANDER VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyboard Expander software/hardware is an alternate access method to IBM PC XT; AT; PS/2-25, -30 and -30-286. With the expander and an alternate keyboard, persons with physical disabilities can use most commercial software packages. It supports Unicorn, Mini and Narwhal alternate keyboards. All 128 keys are redefinable, and the repeat rate and hold-down rate are user-controlled. ________________________________________________________________________ 40 Alternate Input PRODUCT: KEYBOARD INTERFACES VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Keyboard Interfaces are adaptive devices that accept ASCII characters from alternate input devices, such as an electronic communication aid, and translate them into signals that a computer interprets as keystrokes from a standard keyboard. The standard keyboard remains active while the interface is connected. For information on input device compatibility, contact Prentke Romich. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KOALAPAD PLUS VENDOR: Koala Technologies 70 N. Second St. San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 287-6311 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This touch-sensitive graphics tablet is a device for art, academic work or recreational use for any person with limited dexterity; it is a good introductory device for students with short attention spans or for those who have difficulty relating keyboard input to display output. The drawing surface is 4" x 4." KoalaPad uses a PC Design program diskette (included) and requires a game control adapter card; it is best used with a color monitor. Additional software includes Micro Illustrator (electronic video sketchpad), Illustrator (draws 3-dimensional visuals), Dancing Bear (motion & sound commands) and Spider Eater (musical note recognition, meter & composition). Koala comes with Dr. Halo, a freehand paint/draw software program. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LIAISON VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: LIAISON is a computer workstation for high-level (C-1 to C-5) spinal cord injured persons with quadriplegia. The user can, without assistance, approach the computer and, via infrared remote, turn it on, run programs, enter data, position with a mouse, tablet or joystick, concurrently use the telephone and operate other peripheral accessories. LIAISON is a transparent keyboard/mouse emulator; it operates as part of a DU-IT wheelchair system or as a stand-alone unit. ________________________________________________________________________ 41 Alternate Input PRODUCT: LIGHT TALKER VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Light Talker is an electronic communication aid with synthesized speech output and optional printer or keyboard emulating output. Selection can be direct with an optical head pointer or by scanning with switches (extra). Automatic scanning (single switch), row-and-column scanning (dual switch), directed scanning (multiple switches) and Morse code (two or three switches) are possible. Light Talker may be used with Minspeak firmware to store vocabulary by abbreviation expansion or semantic compaction. Light Talker can also operate an environmental control system. Options include an external printer, a keyboard emulating interface that works with kits for converting the keyboard to 8 or 32 positions, rather than the usual 128. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LITE TOUCH VENDOR: Lovejoy Electronics 35 Garrison Street Portland, ME 04102 (207) 774-9421 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Lite Touch, a light-activated joystick emulator, has four sensors that attach to each side of the computer screen. Up to four more sensors may be placed at the corners. An optical pointer, attached to the head or body, directs the first four sensors to emulate the directions of movement of a joystick. The additional sensors act as the "fire" button. The sensors plug into an external receiving unit which plugs into the computer's joystick or game port. Lite Touch runs any program that uses a switch-type joystick. Lenses of different focal lengths are available for the printer. A word processing program that uses joystick input is available. The four sensors have mini-plugs attached; two may be used as dual switch input with PC AID available from DADA. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LONG RANGE OPTICAL POINTER VENDOR: Words Plus P.O. Box 1229 Lancaster, CA 93534 (805) 949-8331 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Long Range Optical Pointer is a hardware/software package allowing keyboard input using head movement. The program creates a graphic image of the keyboard on a second monitor. The user wears a headset with a built-in optical sensor. By directing the sensor toward the screen, the user moves a dot around the keyboard image. Holding the dot on a particular "key" for a period of time sends the character to the computer. Activating a SHIFT, ALT or CONTROL key once holds that key for the next character only; activating twice in a row latches that key on until it is released by being activated again. The optical sensor attaches to another part of the body if desired. ________________________________________________________________________ 42 Alternate Input PRODUCT: MALTRON KEYBOARD VENDOR: P.C.D.-Maltron Ltd. 15 Orchard Lane East Molesey - Surrey England KT8 0BN, (44)01 398-3265 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Maltron keyboard, ergonomically designed to fit hands, is available for the IBM PC. The Maltron has keys where the fingers find them easily and with comfort. It includes a top row of function keys, a central number group and thumb keys for frequently used functions. Maltron also makes a single-handed keyboard. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MEMBRANE KEYBOARD II VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This 128-key mid-size keyboard is programmable and requires a maximum of 300 grams of operating force to activate the keys. AID+ME interface is required. It measures 13.25" x 7.25"a dn includes a 6 ft. cable; keys may be programmed - individual commands or grouped commands may be inputed with one keystroke. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MINI KEYBOARD VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This programmable miniature keyboard requires a small range of motion to access entire keyboard area - a force of only 100 grams is needed to activate the keys. This small board measures 7x4 inches and is compatible with all software programs through the correct interface card. It includes a 6 ft. cable and protective coversheet. AID+Me interface is recommended. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MORSE CODE DRILLS VENDOR: Personally Developed Software P.O. Box 3266 Wallingford, CT 06492 (800) 426-7279 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Morse Code Drills is a drill and practice program that teaches the dot and dash patterns for each letter of Morse Code. The program presents Morse code patterns both visually and auditorally, with variable pitch and speed. Users can pause at any time in the program by pressing a designated key. The program operates on IBM computers and requires DOS 1.0 or higher. ________________________________________________________________________ 43 Alternate Input PRODUCT: MORSEK VENDOR: Kinetic Designs Inc. 14231 Anatevka Lane SE Olalla, WA 98359 (206) 857-7943 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: MorseK is a Morse code keyboard emulator program allowing all keyboard keys to be entered via Morse code using any input device connected to any I/O port including the standard keyboard. Some of the features included are: one, two and three-switch modes with user definable delays and switch assignments, user definable audible and visual indicators, a built-in code editor with automatic error detection and a coding scheme using 11 codes for over 60 keys and functions. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MOUSE VENDOR: Mouse Systems 47505 Seabridge Dr. Fremont, CA 94538 (415) 656-1117 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: A hand-held input device that moves the cursor on the PC screen, the Mouse moves on its pad placed on a flat surface. It can be used in place of a keyboard and serves as a pencil or paint brush with compatible graphics software such as PC Paint. It produces fine to broad lines, and the "brush" can take on 32 different shapes and sizes. Features include pop-up menus and single keystroke commands. There is ready-to-install software for packages like Lotus 1-2-3 and PFS: Write. A RS-232 serial port is required. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MOUSE-TRAK VENDOR: Itac Systems Inc. 3121 Benton Drive Garland, TX 75042 (800) 533-4822 ˙ (214) 494-3073 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Mouse-trak is a trackball that emulates a mouse. A user's wrist rests on a cushioned pad while the fingers activate the two or three programmable buttons and rotate a 2-inch polished trackball. The trackball movement controls the cursor, and its movement sensitivity is adjustable. The input buttons functions are user-definable to support various software packages and different user preferences. Models range from Quadrature output, Serial, BUS and the PS/2 mouse port interface. ________________________________________________________________________ 44 Alternate Input PRODUCT: MULTI-ACCESS PACKAGE VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Multi-Access Package, a complete access package for physically disabled individuals, includes: ezMorse, ezScan 1-key and Keyboard Expander (each may be purchased separately). EzMorse is a Morse code keyboard emulator that uses basic military codes, with mnemonic codes for other keyboard keys; features include on-screen help, single/double switch and manual on disk, cable for serial, parallel or game port. ezScan features overlapping windows so the user has complete control through single or dual switch operation. The Keyboard Expander allows for an expanded keyboard as an alternate for the IBM PC. All 128 keys are redefinable and the repeat rate and hold down rate are controlled by the user. All 3 adaptive devices work with most IBM programs. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: NEUROLINK VENDOR: Cybernetics 3120 Odd Fellows Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24506 (804) 847-2010 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Neurolink is an input/output access system for severely mobility-handicapped persons that translates low neurological signals into a form the computer can interpret. The only requirement is that the user have voluntary control of some neuromuscular system, however small. Neurolink for the IBM PC consists of a three-electrode EMG, an infra-red transmitter and receiver connecting to a card. Neurolink simulates keyboard entry by inputting characters from a scanning array on the monitor. A Morse code program also provides inputting. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: OPTIMOUSE VENDOR: ISCAN Inc. P.O. Box 2076 Cambridge, MA 02238 (617) 868-5353 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: OPTIMOUSE is a remote cursor-control system allowing operators to control computer functions by pointing at the computer screen. It consists of a small two-dimensional video sensor, a lightweight hand-held pointer and the OPTIMOUSE electronics package interfacing to a computer in much the same way as a conventional light pen or digitizer tablet. The pointer contains a push button, allowing menu selection or other forms of data entry. It is designed for use in environments requiring intensive or tedious data entry or wherever it is inconvenient to use a mouse, digitizing tablet or light pen. Applications include CAD/CAM data entry and control systems for the disabled. ________________________________________________________________________ 45 Alternate Input PRODUCT: PC AID/PC SERIAL AID VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC AID is a device that allows various alternative methods of input to be used with the IBM PC and PS/2. The techniques that can be used include scanning, single/dual switch Morse code and assisted keyboard operation. The products are compatible up to DOS 3.3; PC AID provides customized scanning arrays, online help screens and allows redefinition of Morse Code and redefinition of keys on the keyboard, including one-finger use of keyboard. PC AID plugs into the computer's parallel port; a similar aid for use with the serial port is the PC Serial AID. PC AID will run transparently with most software. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PC MORSE CODE VENDOR: Personally Developed Software P.O. Box 3266 Wallingford, CT 06492 (800) 426-7279 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC Morse Code is a training program to teach Morse code. The program breaks down the alphabet, numbers and special symbols into small groups. These groups can be learned interactively with the computer and practiced individually, at variable transmission speed from 5 to 60 words per minute. Online dictionary contains more than 6,000 words and Morse code translations. Morse code units and special symbols are presented auditorily as well as on the keyboard. The program requires DOS 2.0 or higher. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PC-TRAC VENDOR: MicroSpeed Inc. 44000 Old Warm Springs Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538 (415) 490-1403 ˙ FAX415 490-1665 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: An alternative to the Mouse, PC-TRAC lets the user control data input and access three buttons without lifting the hand. It requires a space less than 4 1/3 3/4" wide. A MAP device driver monitors the rate at which the cursor is moved and adjusts the response from 50-1000 pulse per inch. ________________________________________________________________________ 46 Alternate Input PRODUCT: PC-VOICE VENDOR: Compeer Inc. 1409 Graywood Dr. San Jose, CA 95129 (408) 255-3950 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC-Voice is an add-on hardware and software package that transforms an IBM PC into an augmentative communication system. Speech may be generated in five ways: by accessing user modifiable phrase lists, word lists, scratch pads, text files, and/or direct typing. The system may be controlled by mouse, trackball, keyboard, or other pointing device. The system includes a speech synthesizer, software, speaker/amplifier, and a user's guide. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: POWERMOUSE VENDOR: ProHance 1307 S. Mary Ave. #104 Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 746-0950 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PowerMouse is a 40-button mouse with numeric keypad, digitizing tablet and remote control device all in one package. It offers 1, 2 or 3-button mouse compatability plus user-configurable keys; each button replaces commands of up to 255 keystrokes. It includes a universal driver that works with most programs, mouse or non-mouse driven. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: POWERTRACK VENDOR: ProHance 1307 S. Mary Ave. #104 Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 746-0950 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PowerTrack is a 40-button trackball offering 1, 2 or 3-button mouse compatibility plus user-definable keys which can be configured as number, function or alphabetic keys - or as a series of keystrokes. PowerTrack comes with 30 predefined configurations for DOS, Windows, 1-2-3, WordPerfect, Microsoft Word and WordStar. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PROPORTIONAL KEYSTROKE SCANNER VENDOR: Ability Systems Corporation 1422 Arnold Ave. Roslyn, PA 19001 (215) 657-4338 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This scanner is for persons with severe spinal cord injuries, but it may be modified to accomodate other disabilities. Alternate input device uses ordinary COM port on IBM PCs and PS/2s. Proportional scanning technique allows rapid key entry. Supports all standard key strokes including function and multiple depressions. Sip and Puff control. ________________________________________________________________________ 47 Alternate Input PRODUCT: RDS SPEECH AND LEARNING CENTER SYSTEM VENDOR: Royal Data Systems Rt. 14 Box 230 Highway 64 West Morganton, NC 28655 (800) 843-9750 ˙ (704) 433-5909 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The RDS System uses a speech synthesis system, an alternate input device and a software program to create a system which can be customized for a variety of uses. An external hardware device produces human-like machine speech to verbalize both input and output. A touch-sensitive keypad allows separate programmable keys to be defined by a simple keystroke for data input. Stock and custom adaptive applications are provided to configure the system for personal communication needs or for teaching literacy skills. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROBOTIC WORKSTATION ATTENDANT VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Persons with the most severe disabilities will be able to control many work and personal tasks independently with this robotic workstation attendant. It can retrieve files, manuals, turn pages and safely handle diskettes and telephone handsets. The robotic arm can be controlled with IBM PCs and compatibles. A variety of input control options are available, including voice, keyboard, expanded keyboard and single/dual switch Morse code or row scanning. It weighs 18 pounds and can be easily moved from one workstation to another. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROLL & SLIDE VENDOR: The Ability Center of Greater Toledo 5605 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH 43569 (419) 885-5733 ˙ TDD419-882-2387 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Roll & Slide is a keyboard wrist support aid that is helpful for persons with carpal tunnel syndrome. It reduces muscle fatigue and stiffness while keeping the wrist in a neutral or straight position. ________________________________________________________________________ 48 Alternate Input PRODUCT: SCANPAC WITH REALVOICE VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ScanPAC with RealVoice is a portable, battery-powered communication aid with a human voice quality, diphone-based speech synthesizer in male or female voice. It can be mounted in a number of positions and attached to the front of the keyboard. ScanPAC is accessed through scanning, joystick control, Morse code and Memkey Board. This software gives the ability to relocate letter, function and picture, symbol or phrase placement: rearranging the QWERTY keyboard. ScanPAC comes with an abbreviation expansion program; the user may store and recall messages with 1 to 5 letters or numbers; memory capacity is 27,000 characters. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOTEBOARD VENDOR: Compute Able Network P.O. Box 1706 Portland, OR 97207 (503) 645-0009 ˙ FAX503 645-2049 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Toteboard is a wireless, portable and compact computer keyboard. It uses an infrared system to connect to the processor and is compatible with all IBM PCs and PS/2s. It has a range of 30 feet and comes in a smaller version of 100 key layout on a vertical axis for persons with disabilities involving flexibility and one-handed typing. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOUCH MONITOR VENDOR: MicroTouch 10 State St. Woburn, MA 01801 (617) 935-0080 ˙ FAX617 935-0133 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: MicroTouch makes several touch monitors; all support CGA, EGA and VGA graphics and can display 256 colors. Some have a tilt and swivel option. A software driver enables most software to be used with a MicroTouch Capacitive Screen. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOUCH SYSTEM VENDOR: Carroll Touch Inc. P.O. Box 1309 Round Rock, TX 78680 (512) 244-3500 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Touch System, using a scanning infrared technology, provides a variety of CRTs and flat panel displays with touch input capability for menu-driven applications. No overlay covers the display surface, so 100% image clarity is maintained. Systems are available as compete assemblies or as add-ons. ________________________________________________________________________ 49 Alternate Input PRODUCT: TOUCH WINDOW VENDOR: Edmark Corporation P.O. Box 3903 Bellevue, WA 98009 (800) 426-0856 ˙ (206) 746-3900 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Touch Window is a transparent plastic screen that fits over a computer monitor. When Touch Window is used with the right software, touching the screen with finger or stylus generates input to the computer. Selection of commands, composition of graphics and other functions can be performed. Pressure activates only the pixel at the center of the area touched. Touch Window can be removed from the monitor and used like a graphics tablet. Software includes programs for word processing, spread sheets, management information systems, recreation, education and writing customized programs. Software is also available from other companies. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TRINE SYSTEM VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ACS Trine System is a three-function communication aid, serving as a portable electronic notebook, a communication aid with printed or synthesized voice output and an alternate input to a general purpose computer. The function can be changed with a single keystroke. The system is based on the Epson HX-20 PC and is equipped with a standard keyboard, an 80-character LCD display, a built-in strip printer, an optional speech synthesizer and the Trine software and documentation. Text can be composed in six word spaces, each holding up to 55 20-character lines and retaining their memory when the power is off. Text can be reviewed on the display and can be spoken (optional), printed or stored on microcassette. Programs for abbreviation expansion (QuicKey) and single-finger operation are provided. The keyboard emulating interface complies with the industry standard for KEIs. RealVoice is not available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TURBOSELECT VENDOR: Venture Technologies Inc. 304 - 134 Abbott Street Vancouver, V6B2K4 Canada (800) 663-8931 ˙ (604) 684-9803 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: TurboSelect is a keyboard and mouse emulator for people with physical disabilities; it replaces the standard input devices (keyboard and mouse) to provide computer access. Familiar input techniques including Morse code, Scanning and Direct Select may be used simulaneously in any of the above techniques to optimize the abilities of the user. ________________________________________________________________________ 50 Alternate Input PRODUCT: TWINKLE VENDOR: ICOM Design, Ltd. Long Leys Rd. Lincoln, LN1 1EH England ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Twinkle is an eye switch device which can detect eye movement in two directions and generate one or two switch closures as output. These can be fed to a PC to interpret the switch closures as keystrokes (WORDS+ produces the software). The switch detects movement of a charge across a portion of the eyeball. Software allows use of Twinkle as communication aid and keyboard emulator. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WIRELESS DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Wireless Data Transmission System, a portable transmitter and stationary receiver, transmits ASCII output from a PC or communication aid to a stationary computer or environmental control system. The small portable transmitter connects to the portable input device (computer or communication aid) and transmits output via radio waves to a stationary transmitter connected to the computer or environmental control system. The transmitter unit receives power from the portable input device, and the receiver gets power from the host stationary device. An alternative power source may be required for the transmitter. Various portable input devices and stationary computers or environmental controls work with the system. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ E Z KEYS VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: E Z Keys is a RAM-resident program that helps keyboard users run standard software and can provide voice output at the same time. The program combines word prediction and abbreviation expansion strategies. Automatic spacing after punctuation is a feature. Keyboard controls include single finger (or headstick/mouthstick) entry, adjustable accept time, adjustable repeat rate and optional audible key click. ________________________________________________________________________ 51 Alternate Input PRODUCT: WORDS+ E Z TALKER VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: E Z Talker is a keyboard input augmentative communication system that combines word prediction, abbreviation expansion, full keyboard control and voice output. It contains a 2,000 word vocabulary and lets the user produce either speech or printed output. Instant Speech keys may be used to generate stored items. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ MULTISCAN AND ROTOSCAN VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Multiscan and Rotoscan are two software programs for PCs that can be used as augmentative communication systems or tools for teaching and assessing scanning skills. Both incorporate menu-driven technology and use SmoothTalker software voice synthesizer or any serial port voice, including Real Voice. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ SOFTWARE KEYBOARD EMULATOR (WSKE) - MORSE CODE VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: WSKE is a hardware and software system that allows Morse code to serve as keyboard input. The user enters Morse code on one or two switches connected to the emulator, and the emulator sends the characters to the computer as if they were characters entered on a standard keyboard. A standard keyboard can be in operation with the Emulator. WSKE lets the user switch to a talking mode in the middle of programs to generate speech output on a voice synthesizer. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ TALKING BOARD VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Talking Board is a picture-based communication system that allows complete keyboard control and uses menu-driven programming. It allows the user to arrange the keyboard in any way and can use the Smooth Talker software voice synthesizer or any serial port voice. ________________________________________________________________________ 52 Alternate Input PRODUCT: ZYGO SCANWRITER VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Zygo ScanWRITER is a portable scanning communication and writing aid with a 20-character LCD display, a 20-column built-in printer and optional voice output. The user generates characters from a full keyboard scanning array. Scanning may be row-and-column (single switch) or directed (multiple switches). Up to 800 characters may be stored at 40 locations for quick messages. A 120-character temporary private storage area (for display without printing) is provided. Up to 4000 characters may be stored in 156 locations. A text-to-speech synthesizer may be added for voice output. ScanWRITER can also be used as an alternate keyboard with the purchase of a special keyboard emulating interface. ________________________________________________________________________ 53 Alternate Input Switching Device For most of us, the keyboard is the primary means of input to an IBM PC. For people with little or no use of their hands, the standard keyboard is not an effective means of accessing the computer. SWITCHES, when used in conjunction with a hardware or software device providing input to the computer, allow a disabled individual to enter information into a computer. Switches connect to devices such as alternate keyboards, environmental controls and electronic communication aids. A wide variety of switches are available. In most cases, a switch is available or can be designed for an area of the body or muscle group where the individual can produce an intentional movement or action. Examples of how switches may be activated include pushing small buttons or large plates, sipping and puffing on a tube, wrinkling the eyebrows, blinking an eye or making contact with a metal plate. The many types of switches available make it possible for a person with limited or uncontrolled movement to operate a computer. PRODUCT: 4-PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 4-Plate Switch is a set of four switches housed side by side. Each switch is activated by pressing down on its rectangular plastic plate. An audible click accompanies switch activation. The activation pressure is 8 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: 4-PNEUMATIC SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 4-Pneumatic Switch is a switching unit that accepts input from one sip-and-puff tube. Different combinations of light and heavy sip and puff serve to activate each of four switches. Any desired tube may be used; one is available as well from the manufacturer (extra). Switch activation is silent. The activation pressure for this switch can be 0.1 or 0.2 psi. ________________________________________________________________________ 54 Switching Device PRODUCT: 4-PUSHBUTTON SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 4-Pushbutton Switch is a set of four snap-action button switches housed side-by-side, each in a 0.5" diameter recess. Pressing each button activates one switch. An audible click accompanies switch activation. The activation pressure is 4 ounces. A 5-button switch is also available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: 4-SWITCH JOYSTICK VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 4-Switch Joystick is a joystick lever that may be moved in any of four directions. Moving it in a particular direction will activate one switch. This joystick is also available with an additional pushbutton switch. Activation pressure is 11 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: 5-TREAD SWITCH SLOT CONTROL VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: 5-Tread Switch Slot Control is a set of five tread Switches mounted in an arc array, with dividers between them. The user activates the switches by moving the arm (or other activator) into the appropriate slot and pressing down on the switch. Activation produces a click. The activation pressure needed for this switch is 5 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ABLE-2 PRODUCT FAMILY VENDOR: Automated Business Systems & Services Inc. 6715 Kenilworth Ave. Riverdale, MD 20737-9960 (301) 454-8200 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ABLE-2 Product Family supports computer users with special needs in a systematic program in four parts: needs assessment, workstation family, focused training, life cycle support. Needs assessment focuses on vision-impaired/blind, hearing-impaired/deaf and neuromuscular impairment or para/quadriplegic. Computer users with visual impairments are provided with optical character readers, voice synthesizers, screen readers, tactile output displays and Braille devices. The workstation family may be configured with voice input, mouse, foot pedal, joystick and headpointer. ________________________________________________________________________ 55 Switching Device PRODUCT: AIR CUSHION SWITCH VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Air Cushion Switch is a sensitive air bellows which when depressed transmits a change in air pressure along a tube, activating a switch. The activation pressure for this switch is 2 ounces. When used for single switch input, the AID+Me interface is required. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: AIR CUSHION SWITCH (SINGLE OR DUAL) VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: These switches consist of an air bellows with a tube leading to a switching unit. A light touch on the bellows sends air pressure to the switching unit where the change in pressure activates a switch. Switching units are available with one or two sets of bellows for single or dual switching. The bellows have a threaded hole for mounting. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: AIR SWITCH VENDOR: Medical Equipment Distributors Inc. 3223 South Loop 289 - Suite 150 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 793-8421 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This single switch is activated by a change in air pressure in a tube connected to it - activated by either a sip or a puff. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ARM SLOT CONTROL VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Arm Slot Control is a semicircular array of five lever switches, each in its own slot. The user can activate any of the switches by guiding an arm into the slot and then pressing down on the switch. Dividers between the switches prevent more than one switch from being activated at a time. An audible click is presented when a switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ 56 Switching Device PRODUCT: ARMSLOT SWITCH CONTROLLER (ASC-5) VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Armslot Switch Controller is typically used by a person with severe cerebral palsy to drive a powered wheelchair. It contains five paddle switches arranged so that poorly controlled arm movement cannot activate more than one switch at a time. The switch functions (typically forward, back, left, right and select) install in any slot in the configuration. An audible click is provided when a switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ASAFLEX MODEL TS VENDOR: Asahel Engineering Inc. N.E. 117 Olsen St. Pullman, WA 99163 (509) 334-2226 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Asaflex is a single-input switch operated by muscle tensioning. It can discriminate between voluntary and involuntary eyeblinks. It also includes sensors for switching by minimum force, pressure release, sound or vibration. Buzzer and timer are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: BARREL SWITCH VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Barrel Switch is a cylinder mounted horizontally on a wooden base. Switch closure is triggered by rotation of the cylinder. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: BIG RED SWITCH VENDOR: AbleNet Inc. 1081 10th Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 (800) 322-0956 ˙ (612) 379-0956 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ABLENET Switch 100 is a momentary touch switch made of shatterproof plastic. Mounting holes are included. The switch 100 comes with a six foot cable and a mini-phone plug connector. An audible click is provided when switch is activated. Activation pressure: 20-30 grams. ________________________________________________________________________ 57 Switching Device PRODUCT: BODY SWITCH (BS-1) VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Body Switch, a large pushbutton (1 1/4" active surface), single switch operated by pressure from any convenient part of the body, comes with normally open contacts, but is also available with normally closed contacts. It may be activated with as little as 3 oz. of force, but can sustain up to 200 lbs. of force. It emits an audible click when activated. (Note: a dual body switch is also available.) ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: BUTTON SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Button Switch is activated by pressing a button similar to a doorbell. The button is mounted on a rectangular base with suction cup feet. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CAP SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Cap Switch is a small single switch controlled by pressing the top surface. Cap Switch provides auditory feedback upon activation. Activation pressure is 50 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CAPACITIVE TOUCHPLATE INTERFACE VENDOR: Hugh MacMillan Medical Centre 350 Rumsey Road Toronto, ON M4G 1R8 Canada (416) 425-6220 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Capacitive Touchplate system has five individual capacitive touch plate channels. The touch plate is operated from the body's capacitance and requires only contact - no pressure. Three versions are available that alter positions and sizes to adapt for limited range of motion or force output. The system can control communication aids or wheelchairs. ________________________________________________________________________ 58 Switching Device PRODUCT: CLAMP-ON BUMP SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Clamp-On Bump Switch is activated by 2 oz. of pressure on its tip. This switch attaches to a bed, chair, table, etc. and is activated by any convenient part of the body. Both momentary and toggle models are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: COMPUTER KEYBOARD SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Computer Keyboard Switch is a small version of a computer keyboard that functions as a single switch. Pressing any key activates the same switch closure. This switch is designed to accustom the user to causing an event by pressing on a keyboard and cannot actually function as a computer keyboard. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: COMPUTER PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Computer Plate Switch is a plate switch with a picture of a computer keyboard laminated to the surface of the plate. This switch is designed to accustom the user to striking a computer keyboard to achieve some effect, without the user needing to handle actual computer equipment. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CONTROL UNIT VENDOR: AbleNet Inc. 1081 10th Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 (800) 322-0956 ˙ (612) 379-0956 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Control Unit allows operation of any two electrical devices simultaneously up to a 1700 watt capacity. One switch turns on all devices attached. ________________________________________________________________________ 59 Switching Device PRODUCT: CUP SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Cup Switch is a Cap switch "cupped" in a plastic base. The base provides a surface for easy mounting on table, pillow or wheelchair bracket. The switch is operated by pressing the top surface. The switch is 1.75" in diameter, height 0.5". Activation pressure is 180 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CYLINDRICAL TOUCH SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Cylindrical Touch Switch is a switch activated by skin contact. Two surfaces on the switch can be contacted; each activates a different switch. Cylindrical Touch Switch may require a power supply (extra) to be operated with some devices. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DEUCE VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Deuce is a fully mobile, distributed ECU system that controls a standard or speaker phone, up to 8 ECU accessories, and an X10 remote control system. It may be configured to feed two switch closures to operate any two-switch device; the two signals may be used by a communication aid or computer to interpret them as Morse code or scanning control devices. A suitable adapter or interface is required. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DEVELOPMENTAL LEVER CONTROL VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Developmental Lever Control is a switch device with two levers mounted on a speaker which can plug into the auxiliary port to control a tape recorder. The unit is mounted onto a flat object with a C-clamp (extra). The activation pressure is 4 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ 60 Switching Device PRODUCT: DOUBLE PUSH PANEL VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Double Push Panel is a pair of plexiglass panels mounted on a wooden base. Pushing either panel activates a switch; an audible click sounds when the switch is activated; activation pressure is 5 oz. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DUAL PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is activated by pressing either end of a rocking plate. Pressing one end activates one switch; pressing the other activates the second switch. Activation pressure is 8 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DUAL PUSHBUTTON SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dual Pushbutton Switch is a pair of snap-action button switches housed side-by-side, each in a 1.25" diameter recess. Switches are activated by pressing. An audible click is provided when switch is activated. The activation pressure required is 8 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DUAL ROCKING LEVER SWITCH VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Dual Rocking Lever Switch is dual-operated by pushing on either end of a plate. One end activates one switch, the other activates the other switch. The housing is made of plastic, with rubber feet and a threaded hole for mounting. Dual Rocking Level Switch is available in two models: low or medium activation force. The activation pressure is adjustable. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DUAL TONGUE SWITCH (TS-2C) VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dual Tongue Switch is a small movement, dual switch operated by tongue, nose, chin, cheek, finger or other movement. The switch comes with gooseneck and table mounting hardware. Activation pressure is 1 oz. ________________________________________________________________________ 61 Switching Device PRODUCT: EYEBROW SWITCH VENDOR: Words Plus P.O. Box 1229 Lancaster, CA 93534 (805) 949-8331 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is mounted on a visor. A lever projects down in front of the forehead, resting against it. When the user wrinkles the forehead or raises the eyebrow, the switch is activated. An audible click is provided with switch activation. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FINGER FLEX SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Finger Flex Switch is a switch built into a partial glove. Bending fingers approximately 10 to 25 degrees activates the switch. The switch uses a 3.5 mm mini-phone plug as a connector. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FIRM GRIP JOYSTICK HOLDER VENDOR: Psychological Software Services Inc. 6555 Carrollton Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-9672 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Firm Grip Joystick Holder allows easy use of the joystick for persons with limited or no use of one hand. Two straps hold the joystick in place, while four suction cups on the bottom of the device secure it to a flat surface in front of your computer. An optional plexiglass undersheet provides a workspace and assures a good hold for the suction cups. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FLAT AIR CUSHION SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Flat Air Cushion Switch is a single switch consisting of a flat circular air bellows and a switching unit connected by a flexible tube. When the bellows is depressed, the change in pressure is transferred along the tube, activating the switching unit, which functions as a regular switch. ________________________________________________________________________ 62 Switching Device PRODUCT: FLEX SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Flex Switch is a single switch operated by bending the flexible rubber tip 1/2 inch in any direction. Flex comes mounted on an angled metal rod; the rubber tip can be removed and rotated. Activation pressure is 180 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: GRASP SWITCH VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Grasp Switch is a cylindrical switch activated by grasp pressure. The switch requires an activation pressure of six ounces to trigger a response. A 1/8" mini-phone plug connects the switch to the device or toy to be controlled. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: GRIP SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Grip Switch is a rubber cylindrical air bellows connected by a tube to a switching unit. Grasping the cylinder and exerting slight pressure activates the switching unit, which functions as a regular switch. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HAND SWITCH VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This Easy Action Hand Switch is a 2"-long lever switch designed to be operated by hand. It may be mounted on a gooseneck; activation pressure is 2 ounces. Interface to IBM PCs and PS/2s is through AID+ME. ________________________________________________________________________ 63 Switching Device PRODUCT: HEAD CONTROL FOR WHEELCHAIRS VENDOR: Hugh MacMillan Medical Centre 350 Rumsey Road Toronto, ON M4G 1R8 Canada (416) 425-6220 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Head Control for Wheelchairs is a switching unit that uses four mercury tilt switches to trigger switch closures based upon six possible positions of the user's head. The control unit is mounted on the user's headband and plugs into the control box of the wheelchair. The six positions are FWD, REV, FWD RIGHT, FWD LEFT, REV RIGHT and REV LEFT. There is also a neutral position. Each position makes a different momentary SPST (Single Pull Single Throw) closure. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HEAD SWITCH VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Easy Action Head Switch is a lever switch designed to be operated by the hand or head. Padded lever is 3" long and is easily mounted on gooseneck with a clamp mounting; activation pressure required is 2 ounces. Interface to IBM PCs and PS/2 is through AID+ME. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HEADBAND SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Headband Switch consists of an adjustable headband equipped with a switch that has a small paddle for a lever. The paddle rests on and must be taped to the forehead; raising the forehead muscles activates the switch. The activation pressure ranges between 1 and 2 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HEADMASTER VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HeadMaster allows persons who are unable to use their hands to perform computer functions. It performs all mouse functions; the headset and control unit work together to measure the rotation of the user's head and translate it into cursor movements on the screen. ________________________________________________________________________ 64 Switching Device PRODUCT: INFRARED SWITCH VENDOR: Words Plus P.O. Box 1229 Lancaster, CA 93534 (805) 949-8331 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Infrared Switch is activated by the reflection of an infrared beam. The small unit that projects the beam can be mounted on a pair of eyeglass frames, and the harmless beam is directed at the eye. Sufficient lateral eye movement or blinking activates the switch. It may also be activated by movement of other body parts if attached properly. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ISCAN VENDOR: ISCAN Inc. P.O. Box 2076 Cambridge, MA 02238 (617) 868-5353 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ISCAN Eye Slaved Poting (ESP) System is a turnkey eye movement monitoring system designed as a communication aid for severely disabled persons. By looking, the ESP system operator can select one of 24 icons displayed on the PC screen; the icons allow the user to interface with the computer and/or the user's external environment to spell words, turn on lights, etc. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: JELLY BEAN SWITCH VENDOR: AbleNet Inc. 1081 10th Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 (800) 322-0956 ˙ (612) 379-0956 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Jelly Bean Switch is a momentary touch switch made of shatterproof plastic. Small (2 1/2" across) and sensitive to 2- 3 oz. of pressure, this switch provided audible feedback when activated and is a compact version of the Big Red Switch. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: JOYSTICK VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This joystick has a cylindrical handle and a thin base. Pushing the handle in each of four directions activates one of four devices. ________________________________________________________________________ 65 Switching Device PRODUCT: JOYSTICK INTERFACE CONTROL VENDOR: Hugh MacMillan Medical Centre 350 Rumsey Road Toronto, ON M4G 1R8 Canada (416) 425-6220 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Joystick Interface Control is a four-microswitch, non-gated, eight-position joystick that activates switches individually or adjacent switches simultaneously. It is adaptable to communication aids using this kind of switching. The Joystick is of the "X" format; a variety of connectors, knobs and bars are available. An OFF/ON switch and power ON visual indicator are included. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: JOYSTICK WITH PAD SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Joystick with Pad Switch is a four position gated joystick, with four slotted directions of movement. The fifth switch is a pad switch used for control action. This switch requires an activation pressure of 200 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: L.T. SWITCH VENDOR: Don Johnston Developmental Equipment Inc. P.O. Box 639 Wauconda, IL 60084 (800) 999-4660 ˙ FAX708 526-4177 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The L.T. Switch, designed for users with limited strength, is activated with 0.75 ounces of pressure and emits a click when activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LATCHING PNEUMATIC SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Latching Pneumatic Switch plugs into a 3-pin grounded power receptacle, allowing control of 120 volt appliances up to 10 Amps. The air cushion actuator can be mounted with screws, Velcro or tape. ________________________________________________________________________ 66 Switching Device PRODUCT: LATCHING PUFF SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Latching Puff Switch latches mechanically to an on or off position. No external power, batteries or adapter box is needed. A puff of mouth air will set the switch and turn it off. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LEAF SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch has a protruding flat vinyl-covered metal leaf and holes for mounting. Flexing the leaf activates a switch. Two leaf lengths are available; activation pressure needed is 1 oz. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LEAF SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Leaf Switch is a single switch operated by pressing one side of the leaf. The tip of the leaf requires 1/4" of movement for operation. The Leaf Switch has a removeable 3" diameter foam pad. Mounting requires additional tubular mounting hardware. Activation pressure is 50 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LEAF SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch consists of a vinyl covered flexible spring. When a very light, delicate touch is applied, the switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LEFT/RIGHT ROCKER SWITCH VENDOR: Don Johnston Developmental Equipment Inc. P.O. Box 639 Wauconda, IL 60084 (800) 999-4660 ˙ FAX708 526-4177 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Left/Right Rocker Switch is a dual switch activated by pressing the plate on either side. Pressing one end activates one switch; pressing the other end activates the second. An auditory click is produced when a switch is activated. Activation pressure is 5 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ 67 Switching Device PRODUCT: LEVER SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is activated by pressing against a padded lever. The lever must travel 0.06" for activation. The activation pressure required ranges between 4 and 8 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LEVER SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This Lever Switch is a dual switch activated by pushing the lever in either of two directions; it automatically returns to the center-off position when pressure is off. Activation pressure is 100 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LIGHT TOUCH LEVER SWITCH VENDOR: Medical Equipment Distributors Inc. 3223 South Loop 289 - Suite 150 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 793-8421 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This dual switch has a short protruding lever. Pushing on the lever activates the switch. Moving the lever to one side operates one switch and moving it to the other side operates another switch. The activation pressure required by this switch is less than 4 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LITE TOUCH VENDOR: Lovejoy Electronics 35 Garrison Street Portland, ME 04102 (207) 774-9421 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Lite Touch, a light-activated joystick emulator, has four sensors that attach to each side of the computer screen. Up to four more sensors may be placed at the corners. An optical pointer, attached to the head or body, directs the first four sensors to emulate the directions of movement of a joystick. The additional sensors act as the "fire" button. The sensors plug into an external receiving unit which plugs into the computer's joystick or game port. Lite Touch runs any program that uses a switch-type joystick. Lenses of different focal lengths are available for the printer. A word processing program that uses joystick input is available. The four sensors have mini-plugs attached; two may be used as dual switch input with PC AID available from DADA. ________________________________________________________________________ 68 Switching Device PRODUCT: MAGNETIC FINGER SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Magnetic Finger Switch consists of a sleeve, which contains the magnet, that fits over a finger and a small external switch unit. A small movement (0.38") of the finger toward the switch unit activates the switch. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MEMBRANE PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: Crestwood Company P.O. Box 04606 Milwaukee, WI 53204-0606 (414) 352-5678 ˙ FAX414 352-5679 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Membrane Plate Switch, a thin membrane switch operated by 2.0 ounces of force, comes with a five foot cable and a mini-phone plug connector. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MERCURY TILT SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Mercury Tilt switch is activated by a change in position. This switch comes with a band for attaching to the wrist, arm, leg, etc. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MINI CUP SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This is the smallest single switch produced by TASH, Inc. It has a diameter of 1" and a height of 5/16". As with the larger Cup Switch, it is a Cap switch in a plastic base which provides a surface for easy mounting on table, pillow or wheelchair bracket. The switch is operated by pressing the top surface. The activation pressure needed is 120 g. ________________________________________________________________________ 69 Switching Device PRODUCT: MINI JOYSTICK WITH PNEUMATIC SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This joystick is a four position short stroke (0.5") ungated joystick with a flexible rubber shaft. The fifth switch is activated by puffing through the shaft. Activation pressure is 120 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MINI ROCKING LEVER SWITCH (MRL-2) VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Mini Rocking Lever Switch is a small dual switch operated by pressing the plate on top. Pressing one side activates one switch; pressing the other side activates the other. Hook-and-loop type material for mounting comes on the bottom. The activation pressure is 2.5 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MOUNTING SWITCH VENDOR: Don Johnston Developmental Equipment Inc. P.O. Box 639 Wauconda, IL 60084 (800) 999-4660 ˙ FAX708 526-4177 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Mounting Switch is a versatile switch that may be mounted in a variety of locations at head level. An audible click is emitted by the Mounting Switch when the switch is closed. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MULTIPORT VENDOR: Psychological Software Services Inc. 6555 Carrollton Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-9672 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Multiport is a game peripheral port adapter that allows the user to select between two different game control devices with a single switch. Multiport eliminates the need to unplug either of the two game controls. ________________________________________________________________________ 70 Switching Device PRODUCT: NEUROLINK VENDOR: Cybernetics 3120 Odd Fellows Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24506 (804) 847-2010 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Neurolink is an input/output access system for severely mobility-handicapped persons that translates low neurological signals into a form the computer can interpret. The only requirement is that the user have voluntary control of some neuromuscular system, however small. Neurolink for the IBM PC consists of a three-electrode EMG, an infra-red transmitter and receiver connecting to a card. Neurolink simulates keyboard entry by inputting characters from a scanning array on the monitor. A Morse code program also provides inputting. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: P-SWITCH VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The P-Switch is a sensitive electronic switch that is activated by any muscle movement. When any surface in contact with the switch moves (e.g., the forehead when the brow is wrinkled), the wafer sends a signal to the switch unit. Sensitivity of the P-Switch can be adjusted. Light and optional audible tone indicate when the switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PADDLE PANEL VENDOR: Psychological Software Services Inc. 6555 Carrollton Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-9672 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Paddle Panel is a replacement for handheld gamepaddle 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. ________________________________________________________________________ 71 Switching Device PRODUCT: PC-PEDAL VENDOR: Brown & Co. Inc. P.O. Box 2443 So. Hamilton, MA 01982 (508) 468-7464 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC-Pedal is a single foot-pedal switch that acts as any of several keys to permit one-hand computing. Two versions are available: Standard controls the SHIFT, ALT, CONTROL keys; Enhanced controls any key. The Standard version redefines the space bar as a backspace-delete key so the user does not need to move from home position to perform this function. To choose which key the pedal emulates, the user presses the pedal with the desired special key. When the pedal is subsequently pressed, it acts as the defined key until redefined. Any simple switch may be substituted for the pedal. All setup software is included; PC-Pedal plugs into the standard parallel port; a printer may be plugged into the PC-Pedal plug without interfering. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PENTA SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Penta Switch is a set of five small button switches fitted in a disk-shaped housing. The activation pressure is 120 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PHOTO CELL SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Photo Cell Switch is a switch operated by interrupting a light beam. Any body part that can interrupt the beam can activate the switch. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PICTURE SWITCH KIT VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Allows up to eight switches to be connected to the computer for direct selection input. Includes multi-switch interface box and four picture switches measuring 2-1/2" x 4". AID+ME is recommmended. ________________________________________________________________________ 72 Switching Device PRODUCT: PILLOW SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Pillow Switch is a single switch operated by pressing the top foam surface. A pin and a velcro strip are attached to the switch for fastening to a pillow or to clothing; activation pressure is 180 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PINCH SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is a small, thin, vinyl-covered switch. When the user pinches lightly on the unit, the switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Plate Switch is a very thin single membrane switch. A colored circle on the surface marks the pressure sensitive area. Available in red, green, yellow, blue and orange. Activation pressure is 50 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This single switch is activated by pressing on the plate on top. An audible click accompanies activation. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: Don Johnston Developmental Equipment Inc. P.O. Box 639 Wauconda, IL 60084 (800) 999-4660 ˙ FAX708 526-4177 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This Plate Switch is activated by 3 ounces of pressure and offers a click as audible feedback. ________________________________________________________________________ 73 Switching Device PRODUCT: PLATE SWITCHES VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is activated by pressing the plate on top. Suction cup feet are provided for stability. A Musical Plate Switch (with a built-in music box), a Lighted Plate Switch, a Plate Switch on Stand (gooseneck with stand for stability), a Mirror Plate Switch and a Vibrating Plate Switch (which vibrates when activated) are also available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PLATFORM SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Platform Switch is a single switch consisting of a square platform with a large button in the center. Pressure on the button activates the switch. Activation pressure needed is 100 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PNEUMATIC SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Pneumatic Switch is a single switch controlled by sipping or puffing. Any small change in air pressure (caused by pursing the lips, moving the tongue, etc.) causes the switch to be activated. Attaching two switches "piggy back" allows the user to operate two switches with a single mouth tube. Activation pressure required is 0.02 psi. A dual pneumatic switch (where each of the two actions activates two separate switches) is also available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PNEUMATIC SWITCH VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Pneumatic Switch is a dual switch activated by sipping or puffing. A tube (mounted for convenient access) has a mouthpiece attached. The user sips or puffs on the mouthpiece, and the change in air pressure is transferred along the tube to a switching unit. This unit activates one switch for sipping, one for puffing. It comes with gooseneck and one table clamp. ________________________________________________________________________ 74 Switching Device PRODUCT: PNEUMATIC SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Pneumatic Switch is a dual switch operated by breathing through a tube. Sipping activates one switch; puffing activates the other. Pneumatic Switch has an internal saliva trap which can be cleaned. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PRC JOYSTICK (JS-4) VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The PRC joystick is activated by pushing the handle in any of four directions. Each direction activates one of four switches. When used to control a scanning device, pushing diagonally may allow for diagonal scanning. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PRESSURE SWITCH VENDOR: Luminaud Inc. 8688 Tyler Boulevard Mentor, OH 44060 (216) 255-9082 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Pressure switch is designed to be worn on the upper arm, lower arm, knee, etc, on a 12-inch velcro strap. Pressure activates the switch. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PUFF SWITCH VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Puff Switch is a switch activated by puffing into a mouthpiece attached to a tube. The switch comes with a 20" gooseneck and extra removeable mouthpieces. AID+ME is recommended as the interface. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PUFF-SIP VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Puff-Sip Dual Switch is a pneumatic dual switch activated by blowing and sucking on the mouthpiece. Mounted on a gooseneck stand which is internally reinforced and longer than most, it has replaceable mouthpiece. It requires little or no movement and offers an easy and unobstrusive way to operate two switches. ________________________________________________________________________ 75 Switching Device PRODUCT: PUSHBUTTON SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Pushbutton Switch is a single snap-action switch. To activate the switch, the user presses a round button located in a 1.25" diameter recess. This switch requires an activation pressure of 2 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: REGENESIS BREATH SWITCH VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: A lightweight, electronic dual input switch to access a computer through the game port or serial port. This is a sensitive switch not affected by saliva, for use by persons with little head movement and good lip closure and by those dependent on a ventilator. The sensitivity is fully adjustable. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROCKER SWITCH VENDOR: Medical Equipment Distributors Inc. 3223 South Loop 289 - Suite 150 Lubbock, TX 79423 (806) 793-8421 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This dual switch is activated by pressing down on either end of the plate on top. Pressing one end activates one switch; pressing on the other end activates the other. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROCKER SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Rocker Switch is a dual switch operated by pressing either side of the switch. It may be used to control a device requiring two switches for operation or to control two devices requiring a single switch. Activation pressure is 130 g. ________________________________________________________________________ 76 Switching Device PRODUCT: ROCKING PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Rocking Plate Switch is a dual switch activated by pressing on either end of a long plate. Pressing one end activates one switch; pressing the other end activates the second. Suction cups are provided for stability. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROUND PAD SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Round Pad Switch is a disk-shaped single switch activated by pressure on the top surface. The activation pressure is 180 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SENSOR SWITCH VENDOR: Don Johnston Developmental Equipment Inc. P.O. Box 639 Wauconda, IL 60084 (800) 999-4660 ˙ FAX708 526-4177 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is activated by small muscle movement. It has the capability of being a single or dual switch with separate controls for each. The switch may be positioned on the forehead or other parts of the body, work surface or headrest. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SINGLE PUSH PANEL VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Single Push Panel is a plexiglass panel mounted on a wooden base. Switch is activated by pushing the panel. Activation pressure is 6 oz. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SINGLE ROCKING LEVER SWITCH VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Single Rocking Lever Switch is a single switch activated by depressing the plate on top. The switch housing is made of plastic and has rubber feet on the bottom with a threaded hole for mounting. It comes in two models: low and medium force. ________________________________________________________________________ 77 Switching Device PRODUCT: SIP & PUFF SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This single switch is activated by sipping or puffing into a tube which is attached to a housing where the actual switch is located. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SOFT SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Soft Switch is a single switch with a soft surface; it comes in a velvet bag that can be removed and washed. Activation pressure is 800 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SPONGE NURSE CALL SWITCH VENDOR: Dickey Engineering 3 Angel Road North Reading, MA 01864 (508) 664-2010 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Sponge Nurse Call Switch is a cloth covered single switch. Any slight movement will activate the switch. An eight foot cord is provided with a phone jack plug; a miniature jack plug is also available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SQUARE PAD SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Square Pad Switch is a large single switch operated by pressing the top surface. A large target area is designed to compensate for the user's lack of controlled movement. Activation pressure needed is 600 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: STRING SWITCH VENDOR: AbleNet Inc. 1081 10th Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 (800) 322-0956 ˙ (612) 379-0956 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The String Switch, an easily activated switch for users with limited active movement, requires less than 1/2 ounce of tension. The string is wrapped around a user's hand or other body part. ________________________________________________________________________ 78 Switching Device PRODUCT: SWITCH ASSESSMENT KIT VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Multiple versions are available including Ability Switch Tester, Deluxe Assessment Kit and Switch Assessment Kit. These items may help in the selection of appropriate switches to suit the user's needs and facilitates the selection of appropriate mounting arrangements. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SWITCH LATCH INTERFACE VENDOR: AbleNet Inc. 1081 10th Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 (800) 322-0956 ˙ (612) 379-0956 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The interface allows any momentary switch to operate in a latching mode - similar to the normal controls used to operate home applicances, allowing the user to turn on a device (i.e., a personal computer) with one touch of the hand. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: T-TAM KEYBOARD AND MOUSE EMULATOR VENDOR: Trace Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: T-TAM (Trace Transparent Access Module) is a box connecting communication or access aids to the computer. T-TAM translates signals generated from the access aid into standard keyboard or mouse signals and passes them to the computer. This feature is called "SerialKey" and allows a user to access all the same software available to the computer-using public. It includes enhancement features: StickeyKeys, RepeatKeys, SlowKeys, MouseKeys and ToggleKeys. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: THUMB SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Thumb Switch is a conical housing with a button switch located at one end. The switch is held in the palm of the hand, and the button is pressed with the thumb. The switch is styled as a traditional nursing call alarm switch. Activation pressure is 20 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ 79 Switching Device PRODUCT: TILT SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Tilt Switch is a small unit containing a single mercury switch. When the unit is tilted, the switch is activated. The unit is mounted on a band which can be strapped to the desired part of the body. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TILT SWITCH VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Tilt Switch is a unit containing a mercury-filled level and a switch. When the level indicates that the unit is tilted, the switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TIP SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Tip Switch is a mercury switch with smooth surface to allow easy mounting and positioning. The switch is operated by tipping it down 5 degrees from its horizontal position. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TONGUE SWITCH (TS-2) VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Tongue Switch is a dual switch activated by pushing up or down on a short lever. The switch has a threaded hole for mounting, for easier access by the body part used to activate it. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TOUCH SENSITIVE JOYSTICK CONTROL VENDOR: Handicapped Children's Technological Srvs. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 (401) 861-6128 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Touch Sensitive Joystick Control is a single, omni directional touch-sensitive switch that can be triggered by any movement which moves the control away from the neutral position. Activation pressure for this joystick is between 1 and 2 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ 80 Switching Device PRODUCT: TOUCH SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Touch Switch is a single switch activated by very light pressure on a plastic plate. The activation pressure is 3 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TREAD SWITCH VENDOR: ZYGO Industries P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207-1008 (503) 684-6006 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Tread Switch is a single switch operated by depressing a treadle type lever. An audible click accompanies activation. The lever and the bottom of the switch are foam rubber coated. A tapped mounting hole is provided on the bottom of the switch. Activation pressure is 5 ounces. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TREADLE SWITCH VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Treadle Switch is a single switch operated by pressing the hinged top surface. This switch allows the user to rest the body part used for activation on the switch's surface between activations. The activation pressure is 700 g. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TWINKLE VENDOR: ICOM Design, Ltd. Long Leys Rd. Lincoln, LN1 1EH England ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Twinkle is an eye switch device which can detect eye movement in two directions and generate one or two switch closures as output. These can be fed to a PC to interpret the switch closures as keystrokes (WORDS+ produces the software). The switch detects movement of a charge across a portion of the eyeball. Software allows use of Twinkle as communication aid and keyboard emulator. ________________________________________________________________________ 81 Switching Device PRODUCT: VERTICAL PLATE SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Vertical Plate Switch is a switch activated by pressing a circular button mounted on a right-angle bracket to allow it to be activated from the side. The bracket can be attached to a horizontal surface with provided suction cups, screws or double-sided tape. It can be mounted at a 41 degree angle. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICE ACTIVATED SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Voice Activated Switch is a switch unit with a self-contained microphone. When the microphone detects a sound (such as speech), the switch is activated. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WOBBLE SWITCH VENDOR: Toys for Special Children Inc. 385 Warburton Ave. Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 (914) 478-0960 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is activated by any flexion of the spring lever. The lever comes mounted on a gooseneck and stand. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WOBBLE SWITCH VENDOR: ComputAbility Corp. 40000 Grand River - Suite 109 Novi, MI 48375 (800) 345-1267 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch has a protruding flexible lever; bending the lever activates the switch. The switch placement is flexible, allowing it to be placed directly on the monitor for activation. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WOBBLE SWITCH (WS-1) VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This switch is activated by pushing against a lever. The lever has a spring built in and can be pushed in any direction for activation. The Wobble Switch comes with a threaded hole for mounting. ________________________________________________________________________ 82 Switching Device Voice Recognition Voice input may be used as a form of data entry. Although voice recognition technology is not advanced enough for unlimited vocabulary and speech pattern variations, significant function and products do exist and are being used. PRODUCT: ABLE-2 PRODUCT FAMILY VENDOR: Automated Business Systems & Services Inc. 6715 Kenilworth Ave. Riverdale, MD 20737-9960 (301) 454-8200 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ABLE-2 Product Family supports computer users with special needs in a systematic program in four parts: needs assessment, workstation family, focused training, life cycle support. Needs assessment focuses on vision-impaired/blind, hearing-impaired/deaf and neuromuscular impairment or para/quadriplegic. Computer users with visual impairments are provided with optical character readers, voice synthesizers, screen readers, tactile output displays and Braille devices. The workstation family may be configured with voice input, mouse, foot pedal, joystick and headpointer. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ACS MEDICOM COMPUTER SYSTEM VENDOR: ACS Telecom 25825 Eshelman Ave. Lomita, CA 90717 (213) 325-3055 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ACS Medicom system for communication, environmental control and computer access is based on two IBM PCs connected as a parallel system, allowing access to all IBM PC software. Two input systems are provided: voice and switch/body movement. Voice input allows the user to create vocabularies; switch/body movement output allows the user to enter data with a single switch, multiple switches or a joystick. A voice output option reads the screen via a speech synthesizer. With the system, the user may run standard software, control various appliances with BSR X-10 control modules, dial and talk on the phone or communicate via computer networks. The system may be used for wheelchair and robotics control. Expansion options are available. ________________________________________________________________________ 83 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: BUG VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM VENDOR: Command Corp. Inc. 6045 Atlantic Blvd. Norcross, GA 30071 (404) 662-1598 ˙ FAX404 662-1561 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: BUG is a speech recognizer for use with DOS based applications running on IBM PC/XT/AT and compatible systems. It works by recognizing a spoken command and entering keystrokes just as if they had been entered from the keyboard. Recognition is performed realtime by a dedicated 25 Mhz microcomputer on an expansion card that fits in a 8 or 16 bit slot. BUG is transparent and compatible with CAD workstation peripherals. A voice operated microphone turns system on/off. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: BUTLER-IN-A-BOX VENDOR: MasterVoice 10523 Humbolt Street Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (213) 594-6581 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Butler-In-A-Box is a voice-activated environmental control system with speech output. The user trains the Butler to recognize the user's voice. Commands activate appliances: lights, TV, stereo, etc. Appliances may be set to turn on or off and are activated remotely using X-10 remote control modules. A telephone allows the user to remote-dial, answer and speak on the phone. Butler-In-A-Box may be programmed to respond vocally and to detect the presence of intruders and request their identity. The device acts as a voice input unit for the IBM PC. Various appliance control units (lamp control, thermostat control, etc.) are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CINTEX VENDOR: NanoPac 4833 South Sheridan Rd. - suite 402 Tulsa, OK 74145-5718 (918) 665-0329 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: CINTEX allows computer input by eyebrow switch, sip-n-puff switch, joystick or other contact switches. It offers functions for word processing and word prediction, printing, appliance and environmental control, telephone support, games, music composition and calculator use. A speech output and voice input function recognize repeated sounds. The word processor contains anticipatory arrays providing word prediction. Its environmental controller operates up to 256 household devices. Telephone support includes automatic dialing, switch to speaker phone, a note-taking function, touch or pulse dialing and easy touch-tone access. The word processor accepts and stores musical notes for music composition. The system provides musical playback without additional hardware. Full keyboard support is provided for those using mouthsticks or head pointers. ________________________________________________________________________ 84 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: DRAGONDICTATE VENDOR: Dragon Systems Inc. 90 Bridge St. Newton, MA 02158 (800) 825-5897 ˙ (617) 965-5200 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: DragonDictate is a complete speech recognition system with phonetic models built for 30,000 words to allow the user to run a computer by voice - ceating memo, reports, any free text by speaking. It adapts to your voice, learning how you say words and predicting how you will say similar words (usually at 35 words per minute). It requires an IBM PS/2 386 processor or compatible running MS-DOS and 5 1/4 disk drive. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HOME AUTOMATION LINK (HAL-ES) VENDOR: Voice Connexion 17835 Skypark Circle - Suite C Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HAL-ES is a multitasking system controlled by voice. The complete voice-controlled IntroVoice VI (500 words) system allows a person to operate the computer, including word processing; spread sheets; database management; programming; CAD/CAM, AUTOCAD, VERSACAD by voice - no mouse. The ability to bypass or augment keyboard operation is a significant capability by voice. Two programs operate simultaneously: the environmental program memory and the working program, allowing a user to work and control the computer at the same time. IntroVoice VI, a speech recognition synthesis card, converts spoken words into commands or data. Multiple key entry is controlled by voice, so word processing can be run by voice. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: IBM VOICETYPE VENDOR: Dragon Systems Inc. 90 Bridge St. Newton, MA 02158 (800) 825-5897 ˙ (617) 965-5200 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IBM VoiceType, a multimedia speech recognition product, allows a person to use DOS 5.0, word-processing, database, and spreadsheet applications simply by dictating a word or command. VoiceType provides an accessible workstation that may be used by people who can't easily use a keyboard or who can only use the keyboard in a limited way. An 80,000 word dictionary assists in word prediction. ________________________________________________________________________ 85 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: INTROVOICE III VENDOR: Voice Connexion 17835 Skypark Circle - Suite C Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IntroVoice III is a combination keyboard and voice input system for an IBM PC, AT, and XT. The keyboard offers separate numeric and cursor keypads, top-row function keys, and a voice on/off key. The system recognizes utterances of up to 1.25 seconds in length and programs a particular character string (1 to 76 characters long) for each trained utterance spoken into the microphone. Software includes a program to create and store vocabulary, one to load an applications program and its vocabulary by voice, and one with pre-programmed vocabularies for some applications. The portable system comes with microphone, manual, and software. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: INTROVOICE V VENDOR: Voice Connexion 17835 Skypark Circle - Suite C Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The IntroVoice V voice input system for the IBM PC, XT/AT, and PS/2 Model 30 may be trained to recognize certain spoken utterances (up to 1.25 seconds long); when the user speaks a trained utterance into the system's microphone, the programmed string of characters is sent to the computer as if it were input from the keyboard. Sets of trained utterances may be created; the vocabularies can contain up to 500 utterances. The number of characters triggered by each utterance depends on memory; the maximum number of characters is 1,000. The microphone can be turned on and off by voice command. Software includes a program to assist the user in creating vocabularies, as well as one with predetermined vocabularies for certain popular applications. The system includes a PC board, microphone, manual, and software; it hooks up to DECTalk or Speech Plus for output for the blind to say and hear voice input and output. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: INTROVOICE VI VENDOR: Voice Connexion 17835 Skypark Circle - Suite C Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IntroVoice VI is a complete voice input/output system for the IBM PC, XT, and AT. The compact half-size circuit board combines voice recognition of 500 words with 98 percent accuracy and also provides unlimited text-to-speech synthesis. IntroVoice listens to commands and responds by sending keystrokes to the computer and text to the synthesizer for audio output verification and prompting. Both voice input and output can be used with any IBM application program, with no modification to software. Voice recognition and synthesis character strings are defined by the Voice Utility Program. ________________________________________________________________________ 86 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: KURZWEIL VOICEWORKS (KVW) VENDOR: Kurzweil Computer Products 185 Albany Street Cambridge, MA 02139 (800) 343-0311 ˙ (617) 864-4700 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Kurzweil Voiceworks (KVW) is a speech recognition system for creating written text and documents. With its 20,000 word vocabulary and advanced word processing features, the KVW can display, edit, process, store and print documents by having the user speak the commands. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PRONOUNCE VENDOR: MTI Inc. 14711 N.E. 29th Pl. - Suite 245 Bellevue, WA 98007 (206) 881-1789 ˙ FAX206 883-7136 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Pronounce is a voice input system for the IBM PC consisting of a microphone, a circuit card and special software. Pronounce learns a word or phrase after being exposed to it once. The user defines the utterances stored as commands for any standard software. Up to 128 utterances of 0.5 to 2 seconds' duration can be stored in a single vocabulary, and the number of vocabularies possible is limited only by available memory of the computer. Utterances of several words can also be interlinked. Commands triggered may be up to 255 keystrokes long. Pronounce requires 68K of RAM and works with most MS-DOS and PC-DOS software. Contact the manufacturer regarding compatibility of software. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PTVC-756 (PORTABLE TRANSACTION VOICE COMPUTER) VENDOR: Voice Connexion 17835 Skypark Circle - Suite C Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PTVC, a Portable Voice Data Logger, is a self-contained battery-powered data entry device consisting of a Telxon Portable Transaction Computer with built-in IntroVoice recognition/synthesis unit. This hand-held microcomputer with Voice I/O collects and delivers information; it is ideal for warehouse or in-plant applications such as onsite data collection and inventory management, meter reading, real estate estimation, shipping, receiving and material handling. ________________________________________________________________________ 87 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: R/S II SERIES WIRELESS LINK VENDOR: Communications Applied Technology 11150-14 Roger Bacon Dr. Reston, VA 22090 (703) 481-0068 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The R/S II Series Wireless Link system transmits speech from a remote location to the voice input module of a computer. The user speaks into a microphone connected to a portable transmitter sending the signal via radio wave to a receiver unit connected to a computer's voice input module. The R/S II can be equipped with input circuitry to accept audio signals sent back from the computer. The Series does not actually provide input to a computer, but transmits audio to an existing voice input module hooked up to a computer. An IBM PC type expansion board version of the base radio is available. Cost includes headset, housing for 10-hour duty cycle, battery pack, charger, base radio and interconnect cable to recognizer. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SPEECH RECOGNITION BOARD VENDOR: International Voice Products 14251-B Chambers Rd. Tustin, CA 92680 (714) 544-1711 ˙ FAX714 544-4045 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Connected speech recognition board. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOCALINK SERIES 4000 VENDOR: International Voice Products 14251-B Chambers Rd. Tustin, CA 92680 (714) 544-1711 ˙ FAX714 544-4045 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: VocaLink Series 4000 is a voice recognition system that provides voice input to a computer. The user trains the system to recognize certain spoken utterances (1 to 2 seconds long) and to associate each one with a character or string of characters that can be sent to a computer as input. The Series 4000 will accept continuous speech; unnatural pauses between words are not necessary. Up to 100 words or phrases may be stored in memory, and vocabularies for different users or different applications may be stored on cartridges and loaded when needed. Software is provided to train the user. The VocaLink Series 4000 is an external unit. The system sends ASCII characters as input to the computer via an RS-232 interface. A headset with microphone is provided. A more extensive software package for vocabulary management, the Voice Planner, is also available (extra). ________________________________________________________________________ 88 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: VOCALINK SPEECH RECOGNITION BOARD (SRB-LC II) VENDOR: International Voice Products 14251-B Chambers Rd. Tustin, CA 92680 (714) 544-1711 ˙ FAX714 544-4045 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The VocaLink Speech Recognition Board (SRB-LC II), a voice recognition/voice response device for the IBM PC and compatibles, recognizes the user's voice pattern for each word or command used. Once trained, the device recognizes vocabulary with 99 percent accuracy. It does not occupy any of the computer's available memory while operating. The keyboard remains active while the CSRB is in use. Software is provided to help create vocabularies. Starter vocabularies are provided for some popular applications programs. It provides voice digitization, recording/playback and telephone I/O. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICE CARD VENDOR: Votan 4487 Technology Drive Fremont, CA 94538-6377 (415) 490-7600 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Voice Card is a plug-in circuit card for entering data and commands by voice. Utterances of more than one word can be recognized when spoken continuously (without pauses). The card stores up to 300 continuous voice templates and up to 425 isolated (one-word) voice templates. Additional templates may be stored; the keyboard continues to operate while the Voice Card is engaged. The Voice Card can digitize, store and play back speech, so pre-recorded speech output can be added to programs with the card. Input and output for the Voice card can be transmitted via telephone. Several software options are available, including VoiceKey (to allow a single utterance to trigger a sequence of up to 80 characters) and a Software Development Toolkit (to allow development of various custom applications, including telephone answering and dialing). Software is extra and requires an extra disk drive and 256K RAM. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICE COMMAND VENDOR: Heath/Zenith Educational Systems P.O. Box 377 St. Joseph, MI 49085 (616) 925-6000 ˙ FAX616 925-2949 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Voice Command is a voice-controlled workstation designed for use by persons who are quadriplegic or with upper body restrictions. The computer-based, robotic arm workstation allows persons to become more productive and self-sufficient. Voice Command features a programmable robotic arm and a telephone management system. The systems operate most MS/DOS software. ________________________________________________________________________ 89 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: VOICE COMMUNICATIONS OPTION VENDOR: IBM Corporation IBM Telemarketing Operations 3035 Center Green - Plaza 2 Boulder, CO 80301 (800) 426-3388 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The IBM PC Voice Communications Option allows for voice recognition, speech synthesis, variable speed data communication through emulation, message recording/playback, phone system management and line monitoring. It adds specialized processing capability to emulate a modem, record and play back voice (audio), recognize voice commands, convert text to speech and recognize and issue telephony signals for the IBM PC, XT and AT. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICE INTERACTIVE COMPUTING VENDOR: Hy-Tek Manufacturing Company Adaptive Systems Division 1980 Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (312) 466-7664 ˙ (312) 587-1207 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Voice Interactive Computer allows the user to run popular business and educational programs with voice input and to communicate using an optional modem, voice output and emulator systems. It aids the user in operating computer functions such as print, copy, type and format. Voice patterns are stored and used for input as keyed data. The voice input system adapts to vocal changes over time, reducing the need to retrain. Voice variation as a result of physical disability is compensated by internal programming, tolerance and vocabulary enhancement. Voice output options include most synthesizers and review programs. Adaptive microphone designs include a headset, desk mount, throat mount and wireless design. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICE MASTER KEY VENDOR: Covox Inc. 675 Conger St. Eugene, OR 97402 (503) 342-1271 ˙ FAX503 342-1283 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Voice Master Key is a desktop utility allowing the user to add voice commands to existing programs. It turns any series of keystroke entries into macros commanded by voice. The user may say "zoom" or "magnify" instead of moving a mouse and may perform functions by voice: "italic" or "check spelling" or "print." It operates with most business programs, including Lotus 1-2-3, WordPerfect, DBase III and Wordstar. The package includes developer software for speech and sound recording and editing. ________________________________________________________________________ 90 Voice Recognition PRODUCT: VOICEBOX VENDOR: Voice Recognition Technologies Inc. 220 Henley Rd. Woodmere, NY 11598 (516) 295-3632 ˙ FAX516 295-3230 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The VOICEBOX is a computer voice recognition system available for IBM PCs and compatibles. It includes software and manuals, and it comes with overlays for DOS and Lotus 1-2-3. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICEBUILDER VENDOR: Votan 4487 Technology Drive Fremont, CA 94538-6377 (415) 490-7600 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: VoiceBuilder is a high-level language application environment with voice recognition, recording, and playback capabilities; it is used with Votan's multi-purpose voice cards to offer continuous speaker-dependent voice recognition, compression, and playback - on one PC-based printed circuit card. It is multi-tasking, supports up to 8 channels of voice, and runs under DOS 3.3. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICECAD VENDOR: Voice Technologies 120 Village Square - #143 Orinda, CA 94563 (415) 283-7586 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: VoiceCAD is an alternative input device for creating AutoCAD drawings. Voice input simplifies and enhances the input process by allowing the user to focus attention on the drawing rather than on the input procedure. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: VOICESCRIBE-1000 VENDOR: Dragon Systems Inc. 90 Bridge St. Newton, MA 02158 (800) 825-5897 ˙ (617) 965-5200 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: VoiceScribe-1000 is a voice input system with a potential 1000-word vocabulary. The user trains the system to recognize certain utterances (short words or phrases) and associates each one with a particular input to the computer. When the user speaks a trained utterance into a microphone, the programmed character or string of characters is sent to the computer. The package consists of an internal circuit card for the IBM PC, voice recognition software, documentation and the DragonKEY voice activated keyboard utility software, which allows the system to interface with most MS-DOS PC software. ________________________________________________________________________ 91 Voice Recognition Electronic Environment Control To be self-sufficient is fundamental to one's sense of independence and initiative. For an individual with a disability, having access to appliances and other household items is essential in developing independent living skills. Using accessories connected to an IBM Personal Computer, a radio, television, telephone, air conditioning or heating unit, motorized drapes or most any other electrical device can be operated. For example, a voice recognition system may be programmed to recognize commands given by the user's voice and, thus, activate certain appliances. PRODUCT: ACCESS-ABILITY VENDOR: Dayspring Associates Inc. 2111 Foley Rd. Havre de Grave, MD 21078 (301) 939-5900 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ACCESS-ABILITY is a software product that matches the needs and capabilities of persons with disabilities with adaptive aids, devices, equipment and job modification strategies. It contains information on hundreds of devices designed to overcome functional limitations. It provides a bridge to the workplace. It is available for the IBM PC. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ACS MEDICOM COMPUTER SYSTEM VENDOR: ACS Telecom 25825 Eshelman Ave. Lomita, CA 90717 (213) 325-3055 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ACS Medicom system for communication, environmental control and computer access is based on two IBM PCs connected as a parallel system, allowing access to all IBM PC software. Two input systems are provided: voice and switch/body movement. Voice input allows the user to create vocabularies; switch/body movement output allows the user to enter data with a single switch, multiple switches or a joystick. A voice output option reads the screen via a speech synthesizer. With the system, the user may run standard software, control various appliances with BSR X-10 control modules, dial and talk on the phone or communicate via computer networks. The system may be used for wheelchair and robotics control. Expansion options are available. ________________________________________________________________________ 92 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: BUTLER-IN-A-BOX VENDOR: MasterVoice 10523 Humbolt Street Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (213) 594-6581 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Butler-In-A-Box is a voice-activated environmental control system with speech output. The user trains the Butler to recognize the user's voice. Commands activate appliances: lights, TV, stereo, etc. Appliances may be set to turn on or off and are activated remotely using X-10 remote control modules. A telephone allows the user to remote-dial, answer and speak on the phone. Butler-In-A-Box may be programmed to respond vocally and to detect the presence of intruders and request their identity. The device acts as a voice input unit for the IBM PC. Various appliance control units (lamp control, thermostat control, etc.) are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CINTEX VENDOR: NanoPac 4833 South Sheridan Rd. - suite 402 Tulsa, OK 74145-5718 (918) 665-0329 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: CINTEX allows computer input by eyebrow switch, sip-n-puff switch, joystick or other contact switches. It offers functions for word processing and word prediction, printing, appliance and environmental control, telephone support, games, music composition and calculator use. A speech output and voice input function recognize repeated sounds. The word processor contains anticipatory arrays providing word prediction. Its environmental controller operates up to 256 household devices. Telephone support includes automatic dialing, switch to speaker phone, a note-taking function, touch or pulse dialing and easy touch-tone access. The word processor accepts and stores musical notes for music composition. The system provides musical playback without additional hardware. Full keyboard support is provided for those using mouthsticks or head pointers. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: COMPUDESK HCP VENDOR: R.J. Cooper & Associates 2144 South 1100 East - Suite 150 Salt Lake City, UT 84106 (801) 263-1388 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: CompuDesk HCP is an adjustable workstation for the disabled computer user witha main work area that cranks up and down up to twelve inches to accommodate a variety of wheelchair heights. CompuDesk is designed so the user's arms will be naturally positioned for increased efficiency and comfort. It will accommodate a microcomputer, a monitor, a printer, external disk drives, printer paper, an expanded keyboard and other necessary materials. The height of the user's chair should be specified when ordering. ________________________________________________________________________ 93 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: CONTROL 1 VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Control 1 is an environmental control unit with eight control receptacles that operates electrical devices and a telephone (including speakerphones, cordless phones and handsets mounted on a gooseneck) and stores up to ten phone numbers. It may be controlled by dual switch, communication aid or microcomputer. Software may be customized, and Control may be used to control data output to a computer. The eight receptacles, with optional control modules, may control up to 256 devices. Additional options/adapters and accessories are available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DEUCE VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Deuce is a fully mobile, distributed ECU system that controls a standard or speaker phone, up to 8 ECU accessories, and an X10 remote control system. It may be configured to feed two switch closures to operate any two-switch device; the two signals may be used by a communication aid or computer to interpret them as Morse code or scanning control devices. A suitable adapter or interface is required. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DISK GUIDES VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Disk Guides help persons with poor hand control to access computers - by providing a stable surface and aligning the disk with the drive opening. They are available for 3 1/2 and 5 1/4" diskettes. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DROID PERSONAL ROBOT VENDOR: Droid Systems Corp. 412 East 88th St. New York, NY 10128 (212) 534-5800 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Droid Personal Robot is an automated network-driven upright robot with the ability to do manual tasks on voice, keyboard or joystick command. The mobile unit is powered by two rechargeable batteries; it is capable of muti-task operations assisting disabled persons indoors or out. All electronics are networked to an IBM PC as the host system. The robot retains all of the features of a standard PC. ________________________________________________________________________ 94 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: EASY-LOAD-A-DISKETTE VENDOR: Extensions for Independence 555 Saturn Blvd. - B-368 San Diego, CA 92154 (619) 423-7709 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Easy-Load-A-Diskette is a tray allowing floppy disks to rest on a surface parallel to the opening of a disk drive and then slide into the drive. Operated by using hand, foot, mouthstick or headwand, the tray attaches to the outside of the drive with adhesive and comes in two lengths. Options include a disk storage case (extra), wire hangers attaching to disks and a special hook to grasp the hangers. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: EYETYPER MODEL 300 VENDOR: Sentient Systems Technology Inc. 5001 Baum Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (412) 682-0144 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: An electronic keyboard and portable communication aid controlled by eye gaze, the EyeTyper is placed 11" in front of the user's eyes for selecting letters, numbers or commands by gazing at the positions. Longer units may be typed using two-gaze combinations. Vocabulary may be programmed by the user with the eyes, from an external keyboard or by loading from disk. Text is displayed on a 40-character display and spoken by a built-in synthesizer. Overlays may be purchased or made. Options include a printer, an external display and an external keyboard for programming vocabulary. A built-in keyboard emulating interface is provided, permitting the EyeTyper to be used as an alternate computer keyboard or to run an environmental control system. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FREEWHEEL HEAD POINTING SYSTEM VENDOR: Pointer Systems Inc. One Mill Street Burlington, VT 05401 (800) 537-1562 ˙ (802) 658-3260 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: FreeWheel provides computer access for people whose disabilities prevent them from using their hands on a regular keyboard. An optical pointer provides control of a special cursor, plus menu selection capability. The keyboard appears as a visual image placed over the screen; the cursor moves around by head motion. The optical camera has a standard input jack making it compatible with any stock input switch. The visual keyboard can be "dragged" to any position on the monitor and can disappear on command. A common word feature completes words to speed up data entry. FreeWheel can be used for environmental control purposes (lights and appliances) with the X-10 Powerhouse. Applications include word processing, spreadsheets, data communications, desktop publishing, CAD/CAM and programming. ________________________________________________________________________ 95 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: HOME AUTOMATION LINK (HAL-ES) VENDOR: Voice Connexion 17835 Skypark Circle - Suite C Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HAL-ES is a multitasking system controlled by voice. The complete voice-controlled IntroVoice VI (500 words) system allows a person to operate the computer, including word processing; spread sheets; database management; programming; CAD/CAM, AUTOCAD, VERSACAD by voice - no mouse. The ability to bypass or augment keyboard operation is a significant capability by voice. Two programs operate simultaneously: the environmental program memory and the working program, allowing a user to work and control the computer at the same time. IntroVoice VI, a speech recognition synthesis card, converts spoken words into commands or data. Multiple key entry is controlled by voice, so word processing can be run by voice. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HOT LINE VENDOR: General Information Inc. 401 Parkplace - Suite 305 Kirkland, WA 98033 (206) 828-4777 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Hot Line is an electronic telephone directory and automatic dialer with over 2,000 phone numbers of major companies, government agencies and institutions. It also allows users to add up to 65,000 personal numbers. Hot Line can be used with a modem to place local, long distance, international and credit card calls and has a pop-up speed dialer for important numbers. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ISCAN VENDOR: ISCAN Inc. P.O. Box 2076 Cambridge, MA 02238 (617) 868-5353 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The ISCAN Eye Slaved Poting (ESP) System is a turnkey eye movement monitoring system designed as a communication aid for severely disabled persons. By looking, the ESP system operator can select one of 24 icons displayed on the PC screen; the icons allow the user to interface with the computer and/or the user's external environment to spell words, turn on lights, etc. ________________________________________________________________________ 96 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: LIAISON VENDOR: DU-IT Control Systems 8765 Township Rd. Shreve, OH 44676-9421 (216) 567-2906 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: LIAISON is a computer workstation for high-level (C-1 to C-5) spinal cord injured persons with quadriplegia. The user can, without assistance, approach the computer and, via infrared remote, turn it on, run programs, enter data, position with a mouse, tablet or joystick, concurrently use the telephone and operate other peripheral accessories. LIAISON is a transparent keyboard/mouse emulator; it operates as part of a DU-IT wheelchair system or as a stand-alone unit. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LIFESTYLE PERSONAL COMMUNICATOR VENDOR: Cascade Medical 10180 Viking Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (612) 941-7345 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Lifestyle Personal Communicator, a two-way communication device for people with speech impairments, incorporates a voice synthesizer, connects to telephones to communicate with computers, TDDs/TTYs and has a changeable 253 message memory. Pocket size and weighing 18 ounces, the voice synthesizer speaks to listening people over the phone or in person, has a 1700 word vocabulary, can pre-record messages and has the capability for voice synthesis when words are spelled out. It records messages from computers, TDDs and TTYs; indicates busy signal, ringing or response; and dials phone numbers from memory. It signals incoming calls by alarm, vibrator or flashing light. The word processing function allows many words and phrases to be typed with one keystroke and saves messages in memory for transmission later. The device has clock, calendar and calculator functions. It has a 40 character liquid crystal display with .33 inch character height. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: LIFT MECHANISM VENDOR: Van Norman/Design 202 East Cheyenne Mountain Blvd Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (800) 542-4333 ˙ (303) 540-8618 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This lift mechanism allows computer tables and other tables to be raised or lowered three inches with the push or pull of a lever. The intent is to accommodate both wheelchairs and other office chairs with the same computer table. ________________________________________________________________________ 97 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: LIGHT TALKER VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Light Talker is an electronic communication aid with synthesized speech output and optional printer or keyboard emulating output. Selection can be direct with an optical head pointer or by scanning with switches (extra). Automatic scanning (single switch), row-and-column scanning (dual switch), directed scanning (multiple switches) and Morse code (two or three switches) are possible. Light Talker may be used with Minspeak firmware to store vocabulary by abbreviation expansion or semantic compaction. Light Talker can also operate an environmental control system. Options include an external printer, a keyboard emulating interface that works with kits for converting the keyboard to 8 or 32 positions, rather than the usual 128. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MODULAR MOUTHSTICK VENDOR: Extensions for Independence 555 Saturn Blvd. - B-368 San Diego, CA 92154 (619) 423-7709 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Extensions offers a mouthstick for quadriplegics that is designed to allow the user to talk and swallow while maintaining a firm and comfortable grip. It is telescoping and contains a mechanism for the user to interchange implements independently. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MODULAR TWIN TURNTABLE DESK VENDOR: Extensions for Independence 555 Saturn Blvd. - B-368 San Diego, CA 92154 (619) 423-7709 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Modular Twin-Turntable Desks are U-shaped tables with two large turntables built into them. The turntables can be easily rotated by a non-functional hand or mouthstick to give the user access to any object on either table without excessive reaching. Smaller Single-Turntable Desks are also available. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MULTI-USE DESK VENDOR: Resources for Industry Prospect Ave. Walton, NY 13856 (607) 865-7376 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This Desk/Table is adjustable to meet the needs of non- or semi-ambulatory persons. An optional, adjustable monitor arm is available for use with computers. ________________________________________________________________________ 98 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: PRIVATE EYE VENDOR: Reflection Technology 240 Bear Hill Rd. Waltham, MA 02154 (617) 890-5905 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Private Eye is a miniature virtual display which creates the full size image of a 12" monitor in a package measuring 1.2"x1.3"x3.5" and weighing 2.25 oz. The image appears to float in space about two feet in front of the user, providing a hands-free view of information. This is a helpful product for persons with mobility impairments as well as vision impairments. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROBOTIC WORKSTATION ATTENDANT VENDOR: Regenesis Development Corporation 1046 Deep Cove Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7G 1S3 Canada (604) 929-6663 ˙ FAX604 929-3227 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Persons with the most severe disabilities will be able to control many work and personal tasks independently with this robotic workstation attendant. It can retrieve files, manuals, turn pages and safely handle diskettes and telephone handsets. The robotic arm can be controlled with IBM PCs and compatibles. A variety of input control options are available, including voice, keyboard, expanded keyboard and single/dual switch Morse code or row scanning. It weighs 18 pounds and can be easily moved from one workstation to another. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ROLL & SLIDE VENDOR: The Ability Center of Greater Toledo 5605 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH 43569 (419) 885-5733 ˙ TDD419-882-2387 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Roll & Slide is a keyboard wrist support aid that is helpful for persons with carpal tunnel syndrome. It reduces muscle fatigue and stiffness while keeping the wrist in a neutral or straight position. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SMARTHOME I VENDOR: CyberLYNX Computer Products Inc. 2885 E. Aurora Ave. - Suite 13 Boulder, CO 80303 (303) 444-7733 ˙ FAX303 444-9062 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Smarthome, an environmental control and alarm system, controls appliances or a telephone and up to sixteen sensor/transmitters via VHF radio transmission and sixteen control modules via powerline carrier. Smarthome automatically sends telephone messages in emergency situations. The system may be controlled by time of day, entry to a computer, a handheld transmitter or a personal emergency transmitter. Smarthome can be controlled by an IBM computer with an RS-232 interface. ________________________________________________________________________ 99 Electronic Environment Control PRODUCT: TOUCH TALKER VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Touch Talker is a portable electronic communication aid offering synthesized speech output and optional printer or keyboard emulating output. Selections are made by pushing keys on the membrane keyboard. Messages may be viewed on an LCD display before being spoken. The Touch Talker may be used with Minspeak Firmware to allow vocabulary to be stored and recalled by semantic compaction. Touch Talker also operates an environmental control system; options include an external printer, a keyboard emulating interface and kits for converting the keyboard to 8 or 32 positions (rather than 128) and three application software packages. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WIRELESS DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM VENDOR: Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl Rd. Wooster, OH 44691 (800) 642-8255 ˙ (216) 262-1984 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Wireless Data Transmission System, a portable transmitter and stationary receiver, transmits ASCII output from a PC or communication aid to a stationary computer or environmental control system. The small portable transmitter connects to the portable input device (computer or communication aid) and transmits output via radio waves to a stationary transmitter connected to the computer or environmental control system. The transmitter unit receives power from the portable input device, and the receiver gets power from the host stationary device. An alternative power source may be required for the transmitter. Various portable input devices and stationary computers or environmental controls work with the system. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: X-10 HOME CONTROL INTERFACE VENDOR: X-10 (USA) Inc. 185A LeGrand Ave. Northvale, NJ 07647 (201) 784-9700 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: X-10 Home Control Interface is a system for remote appliance control using an IBM PC (not included). The system includes software. The interface does not tie up the computer. ________________________________________________________________________ 100 Electronic Environment Control Alternatives to Printed Documentation This section provides the names of vendors or organizations who produce software and hardware documentation for persons needing documentation in other than printed format. PRODUCT: 1-2-3 LEARNING DISK VENDOR: Hands-On Learning Corporation 27 Cambridge Street Burlington, MA 01803 (617) 272-0088 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This training product for Lotus 1-2-3 provides instruction and is an alternative to the application's documentation and tutorial material. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: BOOKMANAGER VENDOR: IBM Corporation IBM Telemarketing Operations 3035 Center Green - Plaza 2 Boulder, CO 80301 (800) 426-3388 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IBM BookManager is an online book product consisting of two programs, READ and BUILD. READ (5684-062) helps users view online information, track topics take electronic notes and mark a place to return to later. BUILD (5684-026) converts source files for printed books into online books. Used with screen reading products, this program makes more information available to blind users. Users with mobility problems can also use BookManager to increase efficiency in accessing more sources of information. Callers should tell the IBM branch that online books are available via PROFS: LEXVMK(BRAILLE). ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DOS HELP! VENDOR: Flambeaux Software 1147 E. Broadway - #56 Glendale, CA 91205 (818) 500-0044 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This online DOS help software covers standard DOS manual explanations and examples. Additional information may be obtained by selecting highlighted key phrases on each help screen. It can be run from the command line or made resident. Package includes a tutorial. ________________________________________________________________________ 101 Alternatives to Printed Documentation PRODUCT: DOS-HELPER VENDOR: Aristo Computers Inc. 6700 SW 105th Ave. - Suite 307 Portland, OR 97005 (800) 3ARISTO ˙ (503) 626-6333 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This online help system for DOS covers DOS and debug commands and most DOS manual topics. Standard and RAM-resident versions are included. Users may add their own help files. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DS TUTOR VENDOR: Design Software 19808 Nordhoff Pl. Chatsworth, CA 91311 (818) 885-9000 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: DS Tutor is a DOS tutorial which opens with a brief overview of the computer's hardware, such as the keyboard, disk drives and video monitor. It continues with "DOS Overview," "DOS Command Line" and "DOS Transient Commands." ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: EASY DOS 3.2 VENDOR: Easyware Software Development Corporation 940 East 7th Place Mesa, AZ 85203 (602) 969-7957 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This software provides online help with any PC-DOS command as well as lessons on how to use them. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HELP-ME WITH DOS VENDOR: Public Brand Software P.O. Box 51315 Indianapolis, IN 46251 (800) 426-DISK ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This DOS tutorial provides a reference guide to 40 DOS commands and error messages with definitions, variations and examples. The program is available for free on selected bulletin boards, through shareware houses and from the company. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: IBM DISPLAYWRITE 3 LEARNING DISK VENDOR: Hands-On Learning Corporation 27 Cambridge Street Burlington, MA 01803 (617) 272-0088 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This training product for IBM DisplayWrite 3 provides instructions and is an alternative to the application's documentation and tutorial material. ________________________________________________________________________ 102 Alternatives to Printed Documentation PRODUCT: MULTIMATE LEARNING DISK VENDOR: Hands-On Learning Corporation 27 Cambridge Street Burlington, MA 01803 (617) 272-0088 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This training product for Multimate provides instructions and is an alternative to the application's documentation and tutorial material. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ONLINE BOOKS VENDOR: Computerized Books for the Blind University of Montana - Corbin Hall Missoula, MT 59812 (406) 243-2899 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Computerized Books for the Blind (CBFB) is a nonprofit organization providing written information in computer-accessible format to disabled persons. CBFB accepts requests from members and attempts to provide the written material in computer format compatible with the individual member's equipment. Current titles include computer-related texts, Borland manuals, Microsoft's manuals, IBM Manuals, a dictionary, a thesaurus, and the Bible. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ONLINE DOCUMENTATION VENDOR: IBM Corporation IBM Telemarketing Operations 3035 Center Green - Plaza 2 Boulder, CO 80301 (800) 426-3388 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IBM provides some of its publications in machine readable form for persons with disabilities. The publications are provided on a user-supplied 3420 tape or 3480 cartridge. More information about the products and titles available is provided by your local IBM branch office - through the IBM PROFS network: LEXVMK(BRAILLE). ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TECH HELP! VENDOR: Flambeaux Software 1147 E. Broadway - #56 Glendale, CA 91205 (818) 500-0044 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This online help tool for DOS gives programmers an encyclopedia of details from the DOS and hardware Technical Reference manuals and other sources. It describes DOS interrupts and functions, file headers, switch settings, video attributes, I/O control, differences between DOS versions and more. It runs from the command line or is resident. ________________________________________________________________________ 103 Alternatives to Printed Documentation PRODUCT: TEXT SCANNING VENDOR: 1st Run Computer Services 1261 Broadway - Suite 508 New York, NY 10001 (212) 779-0800 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Text scanning provided by user sending a document to this company. OCR text scanning to disk in Wordstar, Multimate, DisplayWrite, Word Perfect, ASCII and others. Scanning of typeset books, manuals, publications, 6-24 point including roman and italic. Disk/tape conversions (bi-directional from PC, WP, 9-track tape and CP/M-DOS). ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: TEXT SCANNING, DISK & TAPE CONVERSION VENDOR: Media Conversion Corporation 800 Roosevelt Rd. D-106 Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (708) 858-4566 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Text scanning to disk or tape. Typed or typeset documents converted to any disk or tape format. Books, directories, catalogs, photocopy printouts, etc. Also disk and tape conversion to most computer systems. ________________________________________________________________________ 104 Alternatives to Printed Documentation Word Processing Word processing products are probably the most commonly used micro-computer software. There are hundreds to choose from, with a wide range of prices and functions. Products which accommodate a mobility-impaired person are included in this list. For example, products to improve the key entry process by "guessing" the word or phrase after just a few letters are entered. And, of course, many word processing products today include spelling checkers - a function helpful to many users. PRODUCT: ACCESSDOS VENDOR: Trace Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: AccessDOS is a software program that provides extended keyboard, mouse, and sound access for IBM DOS users and is especially helpful for people with disabilities; its features include StickyKeys, MouseKeys, RepeatKeys, SlowKeys, BounceKeys, SerialKeys, and ShowSounds. AccessDOS works in DOS 3.3, 4.0, 5.0. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: ATTACHE' VENDOR: TeleSensory 455 North Bernardo Ave. P.O. Box 7455 Mountain View, CA 94039-7455 (800) 227-8418 ˙ (415) 960-0920 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Attache' is a personal computer organizer that provides a directory manager, word processor, pop up algebraic calculator, scientific calculator, address file database, DOS shell, personal menu, and keyboard explorer. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: CACTI WORD PROCESSOR VENDOR: Cacti Computer Services 130 9th Street SW Portage la Prai Manitoba, R1N 2N4 Canada (204) 857-8675 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Cacti Computer Services will write custom software for IBM computers if a disabled person is unable to find appropriate software for a particular purpose. One program is a simple word processor which operates without the requirement of using multiple keys (e.g., control-P) for some functions. It performs many basic word processing functions (save, load, insert, delete), but does not perform fancier functions such as block moves. Everything is controlled with single keystrokes. ________________________________________________________________________ 105 Word Processing PRODUCT: CINTEX VENDOR: NanoPac 4833 South Sheridan Rd. - suite 402 Tulsa, OK 74145-5718 (918) 665-0329 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: CINTEX allows computer input by eyebrow switch, sip-n-puff switch, joystick or other contact switches. It offers functions for word processing and word prediction, printing, appliance and environmental control, telephone support, games, music composition and calculator use. A speech output and voice input function recognize repeated sounds. The word processor contains anticipatory arrays providing word prediction. Its environmental controller operates up to 256 household devices. Telephone support includes automatic dialing, switch to speaker phone, a note-taking function, touch or pulse dialing and easy touch-tone access. The word processor accepts and stores musical notes for music composition. The system provides musical playback without additional hardware. Full keyboard support is provided for those using mouthsticks or head pointers. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DADA ENTRY VENDOR: TASH Inc. 70 Gibson Dr. - Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 Canada (416) 475-2212 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: DADA Entry is a menu-driven data entry program. This versatile access producthas on-screen Help utilities, transparent software, line and row column scanning methods, alternative keyboard accessibility (King, Mini and Unicorn), Morse code feature and on-screen keyboards for mouse/joystick operation and abbreviation expansion capability. It also allows ASCII input permitting speech devices to function as keyboards. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: DISPLAYWRITE 4 VENDOR: IBM Corporation IBM Telemarketing Operations 3035 Center Green - Plaza 2 Boulder, CO 80301 (800) 426-3388 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: IBM DisplayWrite 4 is a full-function, menu-driven word processor with all the functions of DisplayWrite 1,2 and 3. DisplayWrite 4 includes a new, streamlined user interface with an extensive HELP facility; enhanced document creation, revision and editing capabilities and enhanced data import; and voice/audio support, document interchange and print support. Designed for ease of use, IBM DisplayWrite 4 also features an optional mouse-printing device, a direct link to the IBM System/36, revision marking capability and notepad and paperclip functions. System requirements: PC, PC XT, PPC, DOS 2.1; PC AT, DOS 3.2, 384K. ________________________________________________________________________ 106 Word Processing PRODUCT: FORM-MATE VENDOR: Henter-Joyce Inc. 7901 4th St. N. - Suite 211 St. Petersburg, FL 33702 (813) 576-5658 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Designed to work with JAWS or any similar screen reader program, Form-Mate helps blind persons complete any pre-printed form by answering simple prompts and entering data. This same information may then be used to complete any number of other forms automatically. Form-Mate features flexible, pop-up Lotus-style menus and is for use with IBM PCs and the PS/2 family of PCs. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: FREEDOM WRITER VENDOR: World Communications 245 Tonopah Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 (415) 656-0911 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Freedom Writer is a word processor specifically designed for individuals with disabilities. The user does not have to type on the keyboard - the keyboard can be operated entirely with an "on screen keyboard" and pointing devices such as a mouse, light pen or joystick or a single key from the computer keyboard or single switch or speech input. The user enters complete words and phrases and has instant access to the most commonly used words. In addition to 12,000 fixed words, the user can store up to 5000 words and up to 200 phrases. The Freedom Writer may be used to write computer programs as well as documents. It has all the standard word processing features such as block move, block copy, underlining, heading and footing. Memory requirements are 192 K. The vendor may be contacted for a free demonstration disk. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HANDISHIFT VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiSHIFT is a memory resident sticky key utility for users with restricted access to the keyboard. Three modes of operation are provided: shifting the next character and two modes of shift lock. It has an optional visual shift state indication. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: HANDIWORD VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: HandiWORD is a memory-resident, statistically-weighted word prediction software facility; it learns user's word usage and includes abbreviation expansion, complete macro capability and dictionary maintenance; it is available in French, Spanish, German and Italian. ________________________________________________________________________ 107 Word Processing PRODUCT: INLINE VENDOR: Compusense 55 Constitution Dr. Bedford, NH 03102 (603) 472-2088 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: An outliner for entering, editing, moving and changing the order of outline entries. It helps unscramble all the ideas and facts on a particular subject so that they can be set in order. Inline is word processing compatible and generates proposals, reports and lists. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: KURZWEIL VOICEWORKS (KVW) VENDOR: Kurzweil Computer Products 185 Albany Street Cambridge, MA 02139 (800) 343-0311 ˙ (617) 864-4700 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Kurzweil Voiceworks (KVW) is a speech recognition system for creating written text and documents. With its 20,000 word vocabulary and advanced word processing features, the KVW can display, edit, process, store and print documents by having the user speak the commands. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: MINDREADER VENDOR: Brown Bag Software 2155 S. Bascom Ave. Campbell, CA 95008 (800) 523-0764 ˙ (800) 323-5335 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Mindreader uses Artificial Intelligence to create a word processing system with practical business writing tools. One of the features is Wordcomplete which guesses at the word the user is entering based on the first few letters and provides choices to select from with a single keystroke rather than finishing the word or phrase. The user can customize the word and phrase list. In addition, the program's 2,500 word dictionary tracks the frequency with which the individual uses a word so that the words with the highest frequency are shown in the word-selection window. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: PC-WRITE VENDOR: Quicksoft Inc. 219 First Ave. N. #224 Seattle, WA 98109 (800) 888-8088 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: PC-Write is a full-featured word processor that includes a visual beep for persons with hearing impairments, a sticky shift key that assists one finger keying, and a redefinable keyboard, including macros. It requires DOS 2.0 or higher, 448K and works with 3.5 or 5.25 disk drives. There is a PC-Write Lite version which is a simpler word processor for those not needing advanced formatting. ________________________________________________________________________ 108 Word Processing PRODUCT: PRODUCTIVITY PLUS (PRD+) VENDOR: Productivity Software International Inc. 211 E. 43 St. - Suite 2202 New York, NY 10017-4707 (212) 818-1144 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Productivity Plus is a memory-resident program that works with word processing programs (Wordstar, WordPerfect, etc.) to increase productivity. The user defines abbreviations for frequently used words and phrases, names and addresses, boilerplate text or programming language statements. As the user types, PRD+ replaces the abbreviations with the full text - up to 4,000 characters. There are twenty versions: the Legal Edition, other professional editions for such vertical markets as branches of the federal government, Wall Street and construction. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: SEEBEEP VENDOR: Microsystems Software Inc. 600 Worchester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 626-8511 ˙ FAX508 626-8515 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: SeeBEEP is a memory resident utility which provides a visual, on-screen message each time the PC sounds an audio beep. Shareware version available free on BBS: (508) 875-8009. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDS+ EQUALIZER VENDOR: Adaptive Communication Systems 354 Hookstown Grade Rd. Clinton, PA 15126 (412) 264-2288 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The Equalizer is an integrated speech output and writing system that includes word processing, drawing, games and music capabilities. Communication is enhanced by large, stored vocabulary, rapid access to frequently-used words, word prediction and automated grammatical functions. It allows for fast communication speed for limited access users and can be used by single stroke, two switch, five switch/joystick or full keyboard users. ________________________________________________________________________ PRODUCT: WORDSTAR 2000/H VENDOR: Wordstar International 201 Alameda del Prado Novato, CA 94949 (415) 382-0606 ˙ PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This is a special version of WordStar 2000 prepared for persons with disabilities. It has been developed with a "sequential-key" capability for users with problems depressing two keys simultaneously, such as using the Control key and "B" or Shift/A. ________________________________________________________________________ 109 Word Processing IBM VoiceType IBM VoiceType is a flexible speech recognition program that provides an affordable keyboard alternative. Until now the ability to use a keyboard was essential for operating computers...and for career advancement. VoiceType frees the user from the keyboard, allowing voice input instead of keyboard input. VoiceType lets you control DOS and many popular text-based software applications with voice. VoiceType responds to voice input, allowing text entry and word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs. VoiceType's unique advantages include the following: o Exceptional flexibility and cost effectiveness. o Greater productivity through an input rate that exceeds rates of other assistive technology. o Adaptive learning capability. o Multiple user speech models can be maintained on a single system. o Large flexible vocabulary (over 7,000 words) that allows for up to 2,000 user-specified words and commands. o Word prediction, made possible by the 80,000-word backup directory, helps with quick recognition and accurate spelling. o Voice-accessible online documentation. o Instructional videotape to assist in learning and becoming proficient with VoiceType. o Simple user interface that employs popup windows. o Built-in voice commands for controlling popular applications. o Voice macros that allow commands, common repetitive phrases, and even paragraphs (up to 1000 keystrokes total) to be entered with a single utterance. 110 IBM VoiceType WHAT YOU GET VoiceType is shipped with the following items: o Two 3.5-inch 1.4Mb program diskettes o One 3.5-inch 1.4Mb Online Reference diskette o Introduction Videotape o User's Guide o Reference Card SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS VoiceType requires a minimum of 6Mb of memory, a 30Mb fixed disk, and DOS 5.0. The appropriate IBM M-Audio Capture and Playback Adapter is required as well. TO ORDER To order VoiceType, IBM part number 92F2666: In the Continental USA call Dragon Systems, Inc., an IBM Authorized Industry Remarketer, at 1-800-TALKTYP. 111 IBM VoiceType IBM AccessDOS 112 IBM AccessDOS AccessDOS is a software program developed by the Trace Research and Development Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison with support from IBM. It provides keyboard, mouse, and sound access for IBM DOS user's. It is especially helpful for those with disabilities. Some key features are. STICKYKEYS Allows you to press each key seperately when performing a multiple key operation. StickyKeys works with the SHIFT, CTRL, and ALT keys. MOUSEKEYS Allows you to use the keys on the numeric keypad to move the cursor around the screen as if you were using a mouse. REPEATKEYS Allows you to set how fast keys repeat when held down. You may also set this to Off and eliminate the repeat function. SLOWKEYS Instructs the computer not to accept a key as 'pressed' until it has been held down for a specific length of time. BOUNCEKEYS Prevents double characters from being typed if you bounce on the key when pressing or releasing it. SERIALKEYS Allows you to control the keyboard and mouse functions using a special input device (not included) attached to the serial port. TOGGLEKEYS Uses a 'beep' to indicate when the Caps Lock, Num Lock, or Scroll Lock keys are activated. SHOWSOUNDS Blinks the screen or displays a small musical note in the upper left-hand corner of the display when the computer makes a sound. 113 IBM AccessDOS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS All You need to use AccessDOS is an IBM Personal Computer or an IBM Personal System/2 and IBM DOS 3.3 or higher. AccessDOS includes a User's Guide, Registration Card, one 3.5-inch diskette, and one 5.25-inch 360Kb diskette. HOW TO ORDER AccessDOS (part number 84f9872) is offered "as is" without without charge. To order, call IBM: o United States (8:00am-8:00pm EST) 1-800-IBM-PCTB (1-800-426-7282) o Canada (8:30am-4:30pm EST) 1-800-465-1234 o British Columbia 112-800-465-1234 o Alaska (toll call) 1-414-633-8108 You can also obtain AccessDOS without charge by contacting an IBM Authorized Dealer, an IBM Marketing Representative, or an IBM Branch Office. Purchase orders will only be accepted when ordering through an IBM Branch Office or IBM Marketing Representative. When ordering through an IBM Branch Office or IBM Marketing Representative ask for form number G84f-9872-00. IBM and Personal System/2 are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. 114 IBM AccessDOS 115 IBM AccessDOS SUPPORT GROUPS ______________ Support groups, including agencies and professional associations, use numerous approaches to disseminate information and direct activities toward a diverse audience. Examples of activities and services provided by these groups include information clearinghouse; database; legislative monitoring; newsletters and publications; peer counseling; sponsorship of conferences, workshops and seminars. To reference NATIONAL support groups, see the Center's guide, "Technology for Persons with Disabilities - an Introduction." LOCAL, STATE AND REGIONAL support organizations are listed in "Support Organizations," also available from the Center. 116 Support Groups INDEX _____ +---+ DataGlove Model 2 35 | P | Deuce 60, 94 +---+ Developmental Lever Control 60 Disk Guides 94 Products DisplayWrite 4 106 ABLE-2 Product Family 32, 55, DOS Director 8 83 DOS Help! 101 Access Utility Software for DOS-Helper 102 Windows 3.0 7 Double Push Panel 61 ACCESS-ABILITY 92 DragonDictate 35, 85 AccessDOS 7, 105 Dreamer 9 ACS Medicom Computer Droid Personal Robot 94 System 33, 83, 92 DS Tutor 102 AID+ME 33 Dual Plate Switch 61 Air Cushion Switch 56 Dual Pushbutton Switch 61 Air Cushion Switch (Single or Dual Rocking Lever Switch 61 Dual) 56 Dual Tongue Switch (TS-2C) 61 Air Switch 56 Dvorak Keyboard Converter 9 Arm Slot Control 56 Dvorak Keyboard Modification Armslot Switch Controller Programs 9 (ASC-5) 57 E Z Com 35 Asaflex Model TS 57 Easy DOS 3.2 102 Attache' 105 Easy-Load-A-Diskette 95 Barrel Switch 57 Expanded Computer Keyboards 10 Big Red Switch 57 Expanded Keyboard Mouse 10 Bloorview Miniature Keyboard 7 Expanded Numeric Keypads 10 Body Switch (BS-1) 58 Eyebrow Switch 62 BookManager 101 Eyegaze Computer System 36 BUG Voice Command System 84 EyeTyper Model 300 36, 95 Butler-in-a-Box 84, 93 ezMorse 36 Button Switch 58 ezScan 37 Cacti Word Processor 105 Filch 2.2 10 Canon Communicator M 33 Finger Flex Switch 62 Cap Switch 58 Firm Grip Joystick Holder 62 Capacitive Touchplate Flat Air Cushion Switch 62 Interface 58 Flex Switch 63 Chameleon Keyboard FlexShield Keyboard Customizer 7 Protectors 11 CINTEX 34, 84, 93, 106 Footmouse 11 Clamp-On Bump Switch 59 Form-Mate 107 CLOSE-UP 8 Freeboard Computer Access CompuDesk HCP 93 System 37 Computer Keyboard Switch 59 Freedom Writer 11, 37, 107 Computer Plate Switch 59 Freestyle Keyboards 12 Control Unit 59 FreeWheel Head Pointing Control 1 94 System 38, 95 CTRL, ALT and SHIFT Key Fulcrum Trackball Plus 38 Adaptation 8 Grasp Switch 63 Cup Switch 60 Grip Switch 63 Cylindrical Touch Switch 60 Hand Switch 63 DADA Entry 34, 106 HandiCODE 38 DARCI 34 HandiKEY/Deluxe 12, 38 117 Index HandiSHIFT 39, 107 Keyworks 19 HandiWORD 39, 107 KoalaPad Plus 41 Head Control for Kurzweil Voiceworks (KVW) 87, Wheelchairs 64 108 Head Switch 64 Latching Pneumatic Switch 66 Headband Switch 64 Latching Puff Switch 67 HeadMaster 39, 64 Leaf Switch 67 Help U Key 12 Left/Right Rocker Switch 67 Help U Key and Speak 12 Lever Switch 68 Help U Keyboard 13 LIAISON 41, 97 Help-Me With DOS 102 Lifestyle Personal Home Automation Link Communicator 97 (HAL-ES) 85, 96 Lift Mechanism 19, 97 Hot Line 96 Light Talker 42, 98 IBM AccessDOS 113 Light Touch Lever Switch 68 IBM DisplayWrite 3 Learning Lite Touch 42, 68 Disk 102 Loc-Dots 19 IBM VoiceType 39, 85, 110 Locator*Dots 19 IDEAPHONE 40 Long Range Optical Pointer 42 Infrared Switch 65 L.T. Switch 66 Inline 108 MacroMaster 20 Intex Talker II 40 Magic Fingers 20 IntroVoice III 86 Magic Wand Keyboard 20 IntroVoice V 86 Magnetic Finger Switch 69 IntroVoice VI 86 Maltron Keyboard 21, 43 ISCAN 40, 65, 96 Membrane Keyboard II 43 Jelly Bean Switch 65 Membrane Plate Switch 69 Joystick 65 Mercury Tilt Switch 69 Joystick Interface Control 66 MindReader 108 Joystick with Pad Switch 66 Mini Cup Switch 69 Key Tronic KB 5153 Touch Pad Mini Joystick with Pneumatic Keyboard 13 Switch 70 Key Tronic Plug-Compatible Mini Keyboard 43 Keyboards 13 Mini Rocking Lever Switch Keyboard Covers 14 (MRL-2) 70 Keyboard Expander 14, 40 Mini-Keyboards 21 Keyboard Interfaces 41 Modular Mouthstick 98 Keyboard Koozy 14 Modular Twin Turntable Desk 98 Keyboarding - Dyslexic Moisture Guard 21 Edition 14 Morse Code Drills 43 Keyboarding - Hearing Impaired MorseK 44 Edition 15 MotionlessMouse 21 Keyboarding - L.D. Edition 15 Mounting Switch 70 Keyboarding - Visually Limited Mouse 44 Edition 15 Mouse-trak 44 Keyboarding by Ability 15 Mouthsticks 22 Keyboarding for the Physically Multi-Access Package 45 Handicapped 16 Multi-use Desk 98 Keyboarding with One Hand 16 Multimate Learning Disk 103 Keyguard 16, 17 Multiport 70 Keyguards / Expanded Neurolink 45, 71 Keyboards 17 Octima Chord Keyboard 22 Keyport (300, 60, 176) 17 One Finger 22 KeyStopper Kit 18 Online Books 103 Keyswap 4.0 18 Online Documentation 103 KeyUp 18 OPTIMOUSE 23, 45 118 Index P-Switch 71 Smarthome I 99 Paddle Panel 71 Soft Switch 78 PC AID/PC Serial AID 46 Speech Recognition Board 88 PC King Keyboard 23 Sponge Nurse Call Switch 78 PC Mini Keyboard 23 Square Pad Switch 78 PC Morse Code 46 STICKEY 28 PC-Pedal 24, 72 String Switch 78 PC-TRAC 46 SuperKey 28 PC-Voice 47 Switch Assessment Kit 79 PC-Write 24, 108 Switch Latch Interface 79 Peck 24 T-TAM Keyboard and Mouse Penta Switch 72 Emulator 79 Photo Cell Switch 72 TECH Help! 103 Picture Switch Kit 72 Text Scanning 104 Pillow Switch 73 Text Scanning, Disk & Tape Pinch Switch 73 Conversion 104 Plate Switch 73 The Breakthru Box 28 Plate Switches 74 The McKey Mouse 29 Platform Switch 74 Thumb Switch 79 Pneumatic Switch 74, 75 Tilt Switch 80 PolyWrist-Wrest 24 Tip Switch 80 PowerMouse 25, 47 Tongue Switch (TS-2) 80 PowerPad 25 Toteboard 29, 49 PowerTrack 25, 47 Touch Monitor 49 PRC Joystick (JS-4) 75 Touch Pad 29 Pressure Switch 75 Touch Sensitive Joystick Private Eye 99 Control 80 Productivity Plus (PRD+) 26, Touch Switch 81 109 Touch System 49 Pronounce 87 Touch Talker 100 Proportional Keystroke Touch Window 50 Scanner 47 Touchdown Keytop/Keyfront PTVC-756 (Portable Transaction Kits 29 Voice Computer) 87 Tread Switch 81 Puff Switch 75 Treadle Switch 81 Puff-Sip 75 Trine System 50 Pushbutton Switch 76 TurboSelect 50 QuicKey 26 Twinkle 51, 81 Rapidtext 26 Unicorn Membrane Keyboards 30 RDS Speech and Learning Center UniKey Utility Software 30 System 48 Vertical Plate Switch 82 Regenesis Breath Switch 76 VocaLink Series 4000 88 Robotic Workstation VocaLink Speech Recognition Attendant 27, 48, 99 Board (SRB-LC II) 89 Rocker Switch 76 Voice Activated Switch 82 Rocking Plate Switch 77 Voice Card 89 Roll & Slide 27, 48, 99 Voice Command 89 Round Pad Switch 77 Voice Communications Option 90 R/S II Series Wireless Link 88 Voice Interactive Computing 90 SafeSkin Keyboard Protector 27 Voice Master Key 90 ScanPAC with RealVoice 28, 49 VOICEBOX 91 SeeBEEP 109 VoiceBuilder 91 Sensor Switch 77 VoiceCAD 91 Single Push Panel 77 VoiceScribe-1000 91 Single Rocking Lever Switch 77 Wireless Data Transmission Sip & Puff Switch 78 System 51, 100 119 Index Wobble Switch 82 Communications Applied Wobble Switch (WS-1) 82 Technology 88 WordStar 2000/H 109 Compeer Inc. 47 Words+ E Z Keys 30, 51 Compusense 108 Words+ E Z Talker 30, 52 ComputAbility Corp. 16, 33, Words+ Equalizer 31, 109 43, 56, 63, 64, 72, 75, 82 Words+ KeyWiz 31 Compute Able Network 29, 49 Words+ Multiscan and Computerized Books for the Rotoscan 52 Blind 103 Words+ Software Keyboard Covox Inc. 90 Emulator (WSKE) - Morse Crestwood Company 69 Code 52 CyberLYNX Computer Products Words+ Talking Board 52 Inc. 99 X-10 Home Control Cybernetics 45, 71 Interface 100 Dayspring Associates Inc. 92 Zygo ScanWRITER 53 Design Software 102 Zygo TETRAscan II 31 Designing Aids for Disabled 1-Key 6 Adults 34 1-2-3 Learning Disk 101 Dickey Engineering 78 4-Plate Switch 54 Don Johnston Developmental 4-Pneumatic Switch 54 Equipment Inc. 66, 67, 70, 4-Pushbutton Switch 55 73, 77 4-Switch Joystick 55 Dragon Systems Inc. 35, 39, 5-Tread Switch Slot Control 55 85, 91 Droid Systems Corp. 94 DU-IT Control Systems 41, 57, +---+ 58, 60, 61, 75, 94, 97 | V | Dunamis Inc. 25 +---+ Dvorak 9 Easyware Software Development Vendors Corporation 102 Ability Systems Edmark Corporation 50 Corporation 18, 47 Educational Electronic AbleNet Inc. 57, 59, 65, 78, Techniques, LTD 16 79 EKEG Electronics Co. Ltd. 10, ACS Telecom 33, 83, 92 21, 28 Adaptive Communication Extensions for Systems 28, 30, 31, 35, 49, Independence 95, 98 50, 51, 52, 109 Flambeaux Software 101, 103 Alpha Software Corp. 19 Fred Sammons Inc. 22 Aristo Computers Inc. 102 Fulcrum Computer Products 38 ARTS Computer Products Inc. 19 General Information Inc. 96 Asahel Engineering Inc. 57 Glen Weil 14 Automated Business Systems & Glencoe Division - Services Inc. 32, 55, 83 Macmillan/McGraw-Hill 16 A. J. Weiner Inc. 20 Handicapped Children's Borland International 28 Technological Srvs. 57, 60, Brown Bag Software 108 61, 63, 77, 80 Brown & Co. Inc. 24, 72 Hands-On Learning Cacti Computer Services 105 Corporation 101, 102, 103 Canon U.S.A. Inc. 33 Heath/Zenith Educational Carroll Touch Inc. 49 Systems 89 Cascade Medical 97 Henter-Joyce Inc. 107 Center for Computer Assistance Hooleon Corporation 11, 18, 29 to the Disabled (C-CAD) 28 Hugh MacMillan Medical Command Corp. Inc. 84 Centre 58, 64, 66 120 Index Hy-Tek Manufacturing Productivity Software Company 90 International Inc. 24, 26, IBM Corporation 90, 101, 103, 109 106, 110, 113 ProHance 25, 47 ICOM Design, Ltd. 51, 81 Psychological Software Services IDEATECH Inc. 40 Inc. 62, 70, 71 In Touch Systems 20, 29 Public Brand Software 102 International Voice P.C.D.-Maltron Ltd. 21, 43 Products 88, 89 Quicksoft Inc. 24, 108 Intex Micro Systems Rapidtext Inc. 26 Corporation 40 Reflection Technology 99 ISCAN Inc. 23, 40, 45, 65, 96 Regenesis Development Itac Systems Inc. 44 Corporation 6, 14, 27, 36, JAR Industries Inc. 14 37, 40, 45, 48, 76, 99 KeyTronic 13, 29 Resources Exchange Kinetic Designs Inc. 10, 44 Associates 11 Koala Technologies 41 Resources for Industry 98 Kurzweil Computer Products 87, RosePoint Technology Corp. 12 108 Royal Data Systems 48 LC Technologies Inc. 36 R.J. Cooper & Associates 93 Lovejoy Electronics 42, 68 Sentient Systems Technology Loyola High School 8 Inc. 36, 95 Luminaud Inc. 59, 62, 64, 66, Sirius Industries Inc. 7, 21 67, 69, 75 Special Access Systems 17 MasterVoice 84, 93 TASH Inc. 7, 16, 22, 23, 46, Maverick Software Inc. 18 58, 60, 63, 66, 67, 68, 69, Media Conversion 70, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, Corporation 104 78, 79, 80, 81, 106 Medical Equipment Distributors Teachers' Institute for Special Inc. 56, 68, 76 Education 14, 15 Merritt Computer Products 27 TeleSensory 105 MicroSpeed Inc. 46 The Ability Center of Greater Microsystems Software Inc. 12, Toledo 27, 48, 99 38, 39, 107, 109 Toys for Special Children MicroTouch 49 Inc. 58, 59, 62, 63, 65, 67, Mouse Systems 44 72, 73, 74, 77, 78, 80, 82 MTI Inc. 87 Trace Center 7, 22, 26, 79, NanoPac 34, 84, 93, 106 105 Nat. Institute for Typewriting Institute for the Rehabilitation Engineering 30 Handicapped 9 Norton-Lambert Corporation 8 T.S. Micro Tech Inc. 9 Personally Developed Unicorn Engineering Inc. 30 Software 43, 46 Van Norman/Design 19, 97 Pointer Systems Inc. 37, 38, Venture Technologies Inc. 50 95 Voice Connexion 85, 86, 87, 96 Polytel Computer Products Voice Recognition Technologies Corporation 17 Inc. 91 PolyWrist-Wrest Co. 24 Voice Technologies 91 Power Up Software 8 Votan 89, 91 Prentke Romich Company 17, 39, VPL Research Inc. 35 41, 42, 51, 56, 61, 64, 70, WesTest Engineering Corp. 34 71, 74, 75, 77, 80, 82, 94, Words Plus 20, 21, 42, 62, 65 98, 100 Wordstar International 109 Prodigy Products Company 19 World Communications 11, 12, 13, 37, 107 X-10 (USA) Inc. 100 121 Index ZYGO Industries 31, 53, 54, 1st Run Computer Services 104 55, 61, 67, 68, 73, 74, 76, 79, 81 122 Index +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | IMBED TRACE | +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ Page 0 (READPC SCRIPT D0) Page 0 (SCRIPTX SCRIPT D0) Page 0 (FONTS SCRIPT D0) Page 0 (OMNISYM SCRIPT) Page 0 (MOBILITY FNT D0) Page 1 (KICKOFF SCR D0) Page 2 (IMPNOTIC SCT D0) Page 3 (NSCPDINT SCT D0) Page 1 (DISABHOW COV D0) Page 3 (MOBILITY EAP D0) Page 6 (KEYBOARD COV D0) Page 6 (KEYBOARD SCT D0) Page 32 (ALTINPUT COV D0) Page 32 (ALTINPUT SCT D0) Page 54 (SWITCHES COV D0) Page 54 (SWITCHES SCT D0) Page 83 (VOICEREC COV D0) Page 83 (VOICEREC SCT D0) Page 92 (ENVIRON COV D0) Page 92 (ENVIRON SCT D0) Page 101 (DOC1 COV D0) Page 101 (DOC1 SCT D0) Page 105 (WORDPROC COV D0) Page 105 (WORDPROC SCT D0) Page 110 (VOICE SCR D0) Page 113 (ACCSSDOS SCR D0) Page 116 (DISABSUP CV1 D0)