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A Discussion Paper on the Convergence of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (A.A.C.) Devices & Portable Computers Rebecca Gallio Rehabili

Page 8 of 27 HARDWARE COMMENTS IBM platform (Viewmaster Pentium 75 Laptop). Keyguard. Help with accuracy in key selection. Mounting system. Enables

Page 9 of 27 Problems Associated With Custom Systems Discussions with therapists who have had experience setting up custom integrated systems revealed

Page 10 of 27 Laptop/ Tablet Computer Considerations With the advancement of technology and the increased durability of commercial and personal laptop

Page 11 of 27 Figure 1: Toshiba Tablet P.C. What software is required? There are many communication software products on the market such as:• Speaki

Page 12 of 27 is the basis of some systems put together by Gus Communications, so it has quite a documented track record. Figure 2: Panasonic Toughbo

Page 13 of 27 introduce further mounting complications. Another option is to use a device such as the Micro CommPac or Gewa Mini Amplifier. The GEWA a

Page 14 of 27 possible to mount a laptop for significantly less than an ‘off the shelf’ A.A.C. device (approximately $500 vs $900). However, mounting

Page 15 of 27 Custom Laptop Based Communication Systems There are countless options available if intending to set up communication software on a lapto

Page 16 of 27 *Fujitsu Stylistic 3500 shown below. (Picture from http://www.infocater.com/stylistic3500.shtml accessed on 12/5/2004) Example 2 Laptop

Page 17 of 27 Laptop Fujitsu Stylistic 3500 ($6000) Panasonic Toughbook 73 ($5899) Dell Inspiron 600M ($2098) Total cost $12042 $11941 $8140 *Pan

Contents Introduction 1 Portable Computers with A.A.C. Software – Perceived Benefits 2 Current ‘Off-the-Shelf’ Laptop Based Communication Systems 3

Page 18 of 27 Conclusion If we consider the combined cost of hardware and software, a custom laptop system may appear to be significantly less expensi

Page 19 of 27 point is to ensure that you have explored all the information available. Make sure you understand all the potential issues and problems

Page 20 of 27 References Price, L. & Noble, G., “Using a Laptop Computer as a Communication device”. Stewart, S. & van de Loo, S., “Things to

Page 21 of 27 Appendix A Specifications – ‘Off-the-Shelf’ laptop/tablet based A.A.C. devices Mercury Gemini Optimist Freedom 2000 Extreme Toughbook

Page 22 of 27 Mercury Gemini Optimist Freedom 2000 Extreme Toughbook (based on toughbook 28) Freedom 2000 Toughbook (based on toughbook 50) Communi

Page 23 of 27 Appendix B Specifications – Laptops Compaq Evo Notebook N620c Panasonic Toughbook 28 Panasonic Toughbook 73 Panasonic Toughbook 48 DE

Page 24 of 27 Compaq Evo Notebook N620c Panasonic Toughbook 28 Panasonic Toughbook 73 Panasonic Toughbook 48 DELL Inspiron 600M Ports • MultiPort •

Page 25 of 27 Appendix C Specifications – Tablets Acer Travel Mate C100 Fujitsu Stylistic LT P-600 Fujitsu Stylistic 3500 Fujitsu Stylistic ST4110 C

Page 26 of 27 Acer Travel Mate C100 Fujitsu Stylistic LT P-600 Fujitsu Stylistic 3500 Fujitsu Stylistic ST4110 Compaq Tablet PC TC1000 Toshiba Porteg

Page 27 of 27 Acer Travel Mate C100 Fujitsu Stylistic LT P-600 Fujitsu Stylistic 3500 Fujitsu Stylistic ST4110 Compaq Tablet PC TC1000 Toshiba Porteg

Page 1 of 27 Introduction As computers become smaller, more powerful, more compact and portable, with longer battery life, the desire to explore their

Page 28 of 27 Appendix D Things to consider when choosing a laptop for A.A.C. Sandra Stewart & Sue van de Loo, June 1999 Define goals. Define the

Page 29 of 27 Opening and closing the lid. Can the student do this independently? How will this impact on communication? eg. dependency, time, effort

Page 30 of 27 Access to the computer software. How will the student access the computer software? If the student is using alternate access an on-scree

Page 31 of 27 Reliability/history/compatibility. What is the history, proven compatibility and reliability of the chosen software to be installed on t

Page 32 of 27 Funding. What is the main purpose of the laptop? If it is for communication, and is funded for this purpose, the laptop can only be reta

Page 2 of 27 Portable Computers with A.A.C. Software – Perceived Benefits There are many perceived benefits that have been outlined for the use of a p

Page 3 of 27 Current ‘Off-the-Shelf’ Laptop Based Communication Systems As the interest in using laptops for communication has increased various compa

Page 4 of 27 Freedom 2000 toughbook The Freedom 2000 Toughbook is again built using one of the ruggedised Panasonic Toughbooks as a platform, but i

Page 5 of 27 Custom Systems Used by C.C.A. Clients Within the organisation, speech pathologists and occupational therapists have worked together to pr

Page 6 of 27 Problems: • The process of setting up a customised mounting cradle was a complex, timely process and the mounting caused problems with w

Page 7 of 27 Due to the problems that were experienced, after three years of use a new laptop integrated system is being produced. This system consist