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Custom Laptop Based Communication Systems

There are countless options available if intending to set up communication software on a

laptop or tablet P.C. The following options are simply an illustration of potential systems,

and their cost using 4 different laptop/tablet P.C.s; the Fujitsu Stylistic Tablet, Compaq

Tablet, Panasonic Toughbook laptop and Dell Inspiron laptop (the stated prices are as

advertised in April 2004). The final decision will of course be governed by the specific

needs of a given user. In any of the examples given below, the laptop/tablet shown could

be exchanged with another, as long as the chosen P.C. has adequate memory to run the

software (check with the software distributor), and it provides the necessary ports for

connection of peripherals, such as the E.C.U. and switch interface. For example, the

Fujitsu Stylistic 3500 is the only tablet of those shown that provides a serial port, which is

required for the Prog III. The choice of laptop/tablet may, of course, increase or decrease

the total final cost, but the aim is to select the most suitable P.C. for the intended user

(make sure you have read “Things to consider when choosing a laptop for A.A.C.”).

Three of the examples shown utilize touch-screen P.C.s, however if this is not a required

feature then the cost may be lowered by purchasing a standard screen laptop. If E.C.U. is

to be controlled with the P.C. alone then it is possible to purchase a Prog III without

keypad function (reducing the cost by ~$200).

The final point regarding this cost analysis is that the additional cost of actually setting up

and implementing the given systems cannot be factored in. As mentioned previously, this

cost will vary depending on the complexity of the system and the availability of a willing

participant. The time of engineering, therapy and IT professionals can be a costly resource

that may contribute significantly to the total cost of the system.

Example 1

Laptop/Tablet + Speaking Dynamically Pro + Switch Interface + E.C.U. + Speakers

Example:

• Speaking Dynamically Pro and Boardmaker (requires a mouse/keyboard switch

interface) - $1178.

• Clicker U.S.B. switch interface - $299.

• Prog III (with keypad) and cable kit - $1072.

• P.C. speakers - ~$30.

• Wheelchair battery power converter (not shown) - $200.

Laptop Fujitsu Stylistic 3500

($6000).

Panasonic Toughbook

73 ($5899).

Dell Inspiron 600M

($2098).

Total cost $8779 $8678 $4877

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