Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) - List of Low or Light Tech Devices

When choosing a Low or Light Tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices for my clients  I reach for a reference list I created after AlbeData, the company which does not sell products, but helps to locate companies that do http://abledata.com/. See the list below and if interested in a particular device open a link to find more complete info. You can also find High Tech devices such as: Dynavox, Dynawrite, Tango, Palmtalk, Cyrano, Eco and downloads on http://abledata.com/; however for more comprehensive info you can go directly to http://www.dynavoxtech.com/

1. 4TALK4 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device is specifically designed for use in the classroom where its clear speech and adjustable volume allow students to participate in classroom activities. It can be placed on a desk or a wheelchair tray, and can be fixed in place using M4 captive nuts placed in the base. [MoreInformation]
2. 7LEVEL COMMUNICATION BUILDER (MODELS 7075 & 7075B) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. Designed to expand as the child develops new skills, the unit features 300 seconds of message recording time that can be divided into one, two, four, eight, or 16 selections on up to seven levels. Five interchangeable frames create the desired number of selection positions. [MoreInformation]
3. 7-MESSAGETAKE AND TALK GO! BOARD (MODEL 3347) is a direct selection communicator and educational toy designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This unit features seven light-sensitive compartments. When an object or picture is removed from a compartment, a photocell activates a recorded five-second message. Messages can be recorded as needed and recessed compartments on the front panel can hold pictures, symbols, or objects. [MoreInformation]
4. ACTIONVOICE(MODELS ACTV-1, ACTV-2A, & ACTV-1E) is a communication board designed as a supplemental communicator for persons with speech disabilities. This unit has a high quality electronic natural voice sound and records voice or other sounds using a built-in microphone. Messages may be played back in any order using one of four methods: touching the built in keypad, activating up to four external direct selection switches, using single/dual switch scanning, or directly using the LightBoard. [MoreInformation]
5. ADJUSTABLEANGLE SEQUENCER WITH SWITCH (MODEL 806) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication and vision disabilities. The circular patterned red LED lights in the center give the user a visual cue for targeting and encourage the user to activate the switch. The angle of large switch is adjustable from 32 degrees to 90 degrees. The light can be turned on or off. This sequencer has a total of 300 seconds recording time. [More Information]
6. ADVANCEDAUDITORY COMMUNICATOR (MODEL 4398) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This six-level communicator with auditory cueing has space for seven picture icons, and plays up to 42 messages. When the user pushes one of the icons, the selected message is played at a low volume; when the icon is pushed again, the message is played at an amplified volume. [MoreInformation]
7. ADVOCATE+WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL is a direct selection and scanning communicator and environmental control unit designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities together with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This portable unit provides environmental control capabilities with recorded speech output for communication. It has the same speech output and auditory prompt features as the ADVOCATE communicator, but in addition has train. [MoreInformation]
8. ALT-CHAT is a dynamic display communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This compact PDA-based dedicated communication device provides digitized (recorded) and synthesized (computer generated) speech output through direct selection of symbols or through spelling. For individuals using symbols to communicate, it includes the ability to use photos or choose from over 10,000 included symbols. [MoreInformation]
9. ANNOUNCERWITH 6 LEVELS (MODELS 5015 & 5021) with 6 levels is a sequencing direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This unit allows the user to first hear a series of words and then select one by simply activating its capability switch. Model 5015 is mounted on a gooseneck and model 5021 is a tabletop model. Features on both models include six levels with 300 seconds of recording time. [MoreInformation]
10. AUGGIE(MODEL H-58) is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This unit consists of an Ultra Mini PC (UMPC) running Windows XP, with two USB ports and a finger-operable true touchscreen. The unit comes with PTP-PC communication software, a wireless modem, and a desk stand. The unit is operated by direct touch. With an optional switch interface it can be operated by trackball, joystick or switches. [MoreInformation]
11. BASETRAINER (MODEL BT-4) is a direct selection communicator and perceptual training activity designed for use by children with communication or speech disabilities. This augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device has four pockets holding switch plates in an in-line layout. Four audio messages can be recorded (up to 8 seconds per message) and played back by pressing one of the plates. [MoreInformation]
12. BASICTALK 4 (MODEL 4047B & 4047) is a lightweight portable direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device features four light touch message squares, each with 5 seconds of recording time. Pressing one of the four squares will activate the device. The user can slide icons at the optimal ergonomic angle. [MoreInformation]
13. BIGTALK (MODEL 4200) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The device records a message, song, or joke, which the user can play back with the slightest touch on its large activation surface. Total recording time is 20 seconds. The device can also be activated by an external switch, and it can act as a switch for activating other connected devices when the message is spoken. [MoreInformation]
14. BIGTALK TRIPLE PLAY (MODEL 4202) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. This device offers single, sequential, and random message capabilities. Pushing the round plate activates pre-recorded messages that can be played back in single, sequential, or random order. Sequential capability is great for storytelling. [MoreInformation]
15. BIGMACKCOMMUNICATOR is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by people with visual, range of motion and communication disabilities. This single-message communicator offers 75 seconds of recording time. The communicator also has a toy/appliance feature which enables any message in the sequence, or as many messages as desired, to be paired with a reinforcer. To program, the user presses the record button and the top of the BIGmack while speaking into the built-in microphone. [MoreInformation]
16. FL4SHDELUXE KIT is a scanning or direct selection communicator package designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The package includes one Fl4sh Scanning Communicator, one overlay binder, one rechargeable battery pack with alternating current (AC) adapter, one sixteen-minute memory module, one additional eight-minute memory module, 24 blank overlay sleeves, three QuickStart overlay sleeves (MASTER for out-of-the-box training, Social Interaction to get started communicating, and Chase-The-Light to start teaching scanning), additional color-coded labels for use with memory module and overlay sleeves, an AbleNet tote bag, two Jelly Bean switches, and an AbleNet Travel Strap - Shoulder Mount. [MoreInformation]
17. FL4SHSCANNING COMMUNICATOR is a scanning or direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The device can be activated by direct selection, with one or two switches, or by connecting one switch for each message location. The unit offers three scan modes with adjustable scanning rate, including automatic scan, step scan and two-switch step scan. [MoreInformation]
18. FLAGHOUSESMART TALK 4 (MODEL W35489) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device can record up to four five-second messages. The user can activate a message by pressing the corresponding square. Icons or Pictures can be placed behind the protective covers over the squares. [MoreInformation]
19. FLAGHOUSESMART TALK 8 (MODEL W35486) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device can record up to eight five-second messages. The user activates the message by pressing the corresponding square. Icons or pictures can be placed behind the protective covers over the squares. [MoreInformation]
20. FLYINGCOLORS CHAT LINE DIRECT W/JACKS (MODEL W31452) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The unit is equipped with programmable message chips that can record up to four five-second messages. The user can either touch one of the buttons to play a message or plug capability switches. [MoreInformation]
21. FLYINGCOLORS CHATTER BOX W/JACKS (MODEL W31456) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This square-shaped communicator has two rows of two buttons each and records four five-second messages. Removable plastic guards enable the user to add words or pictures to each of the buttons. Jacks for capability switches allow messages to be switch-activated. [MoreInformation]
22. FOURCOMPARTMENT COMMUNICATOR (MODEL 1235) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. It has four lighted compartments holding icons. Pushing the colored plate below an icon holder plays a pre-recorded message. Four messages of five seconds each can be recorded, for a total record time of 20 seconds. [MoreInformation]
23. FOUR-PLATECOMMUNICATOR SAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 4055) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and communication disabilities. This communicator features four large plate switches in a window-pane configuration, each of which activates a message up to five seconds long. Light pressure on a plate activates a message and a toy or appliance can be plugged into a jack in the unit to be activated along with a message. [MoreInformation]
24. GOOSHYSTEP TALKING SEQUENCER (MODEL 673) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. When the device is activated, it plays a series of pre-recorded messages (a total of 300 seconds long), allowing a user with limited communication skills to carry on a simple conversation. The device can be used for sequencing, testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-along. [MoreInformation]
25. GOTALK20 PLUS is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This lightweight, rugged device has a 105-message capacity (20 keys on each of five recording levels, plus five core messages which stay the same on each level). Total recording time is 15 minutes. Other features include volume control, sequential recording, whole level erasing, and built-in overlay storage. [MoreInformation]
26. GOTALK4 PLUS is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This lightweight, rugged device has a 22-message capacity (four large message keys on five recording levels, plus two core messages that remain constant on all levels). Total recording time is 4.5 minutes. Other features include volume control, sequential recording, whole level erasing capability, and built-in overlay storage. [MoreInformation]
27. GOTALK9+ is a direct selection communicator designed to be used for both communicating and speech training for individuals with a speech disability or who need help remembering daily tasks. It features a built-in handle and nine message keys with four distinct levels that can be recorded and re-recorded as necessary. This communicator has six minutes of memory to record up to 36 messages with up to ten seconds per message. [MoreInformation]
28. GOTALKBUTTON (MODEL GT-00W) is a single-message communicator with a built-in magnet designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication or speech disabilities. This portable device records one 10-second message. The user presses the unit's large button to play the message. The built-in magnet holds the button on the refrigerator or any metal surface. [MoreInformation]
29. GOTALKPOCKET (MODEL GT-P06) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This hand- or pocket-sized communicator has six message keys with five levels, for a total of 30 possible messages. Overlays slide in place and are stored in a removable compartment on the back. Total recording time is 5 minutes. The casing is rugged and contoured. [MoreInformation]
30. GROOVEDPLATFORM TALKING COMMUNICATOR (MODELS 1900 & 1910) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Model 1910 features a raised compartmentalized platform to display objects, words, or pictures corresponding to the three five-second message activated by the switch plate slightly below each section. When the switch plate is pressed lights and the voice message automatically activate. The messages can be recorded as often as needed. [MoreInformation]
31. HIPTALK 12 (MODEL 5013) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Contoured and designed to be worn at the waist, this communicator is activated by pressing the buttons on the top. The device offers 300 seconds of recording time with 60 five second messages and five selection levels. Features include auditory cueing, sleep mode, volume control and on/off switch. [MoreInformation]
32. HIPTALK PLUS (MODEL 5012) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This communicator is worn in the included nylon waist pack. This clear-top communicator offers three interchangeable overlays which enable the 300 seconds of recording time to be utilized as three, six or twelve messages. Messages can be recorded as needed. Features include auditory cueing, magnetic snap-on frame for easy icon changing, adjustable waist strap contoured for the waist. [MoreInformation]
33. HOLD-ITDOWN TRAINER (MODEL 7400) is a control switch training program and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. This trainer switch encourages the user to sustain his/her hand on the textured switch plate using three different methods: recorded verbal direction cues, gentle vibration, and activation of any connected toy. The unit offers 300 seconds of recording time for up to 60 messages. [MoreInformation]
34. ITALK2COMMUNICATOR is a multiple-message communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. The unit offers two message areas, each with ten seconds of recording time. The unit is angled for ease of access to the activation areas and picture communication symbol storage is built in. Two included snap caps secure and protect the symbols during use. The unit is equipped with dual toy/appliance jacks to pair communication with an activity and to encourage choice making. [MoreInformation]
35. KOOSHSAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 881) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This device plays messages while simultaneously activating any connected device. The unit offers 20 seconds of recording time. [MoreInformation]
36. LINGO is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device is designed to be small and light enough to be worn comfortably on the waist or around the neck and shoulder and is an eight-message aid. This water-resistant unit offers seven message locations, each with 25 seconds of recording time and one memo location with a full 60 seconds of recording time. Each message location can be recorded and erased independently. [MoreInformation]
37. LINGRAPHICAEXPRESS2 is a direct selection communicator and speech training system designed for use by individuals with aphasia or speech or communication disabilities. This dynamic display speech generating device comes with an extensive library of icons representing single words or short phrases that can be combined and spoken in a natural-sounding voice, along with pre-loaded phrases for communicating in settings such as a doctor's office or restaurant. [MoreInformation]
38. LISTENTO ME is a single-level direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This unit can record and play back voice messages on 12 message buttons, each with independently recordable sound bites of up to 10 seconds per button. Each button has a clear sleeve on top for exchangeable icons or pictures. A red/green light emitting diode (LED) indicates whether the unit is in record or playback mode. [MoreInformation]
39. LITTLESTEP-BY-STEP COMMUNICATOR (FORMERLY STEP-BY-STEP)  is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with visual or upper extremity disabilities and communication disabilities. This communicator offers 75 seconds of recording time and is designed to record a series of sequential messages. The initial activation of the communicator plays the first message, the second activation plays the second message, etc. [MoreInformation]
40. LITTLEMACKCOMMUNICATOR (FORMERLY ONE-STEP) is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with visual or upper extremity and communication disabilities. This single-message communicator offers 75 seconds of recording time. The communicator also has a toy/appliance feature which enables any message in the sequence, or as many messages as desired, to be paired with a reinforcer. [MoreInformation]
41. MAYER-JOHNSONHAND HELD VOICE is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable dynamic display communicator has 2,400 built-in Mayer-Johnson PCS symbols, a monochrome LCD display with touch screen, a one-half watt built-n amplifier and speaker, and up to 8 minutes of recording time. Levels can be changed to play different recordings for different situations or locations. [MoreInformation]
42. MINI-COM(MODEL 9151) is a direct selection communicator designed to help persons with communication disabilities build communication skills. It features a series of flash cards with pictures on them and a picture clip to hold them in place. As an individual's communication skills grow, several of these communicators can be linked together to form complete sentences. This product also provides users with twenty seconds of recording time at the touch of a button. [MoreInformation]
43. MV-1000 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, and traumatic head injuries. Available as software only for use on existing hand-held devices running the Palm operating system or pre-loaded on a Palm Tungsten E2, it offers hundreds of pictures to help facilitate communication with male and female voice choices. [MoreInformation]
44. NOTOUCH TALKER is a single message communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This motion-sensitive device records up to a 10 second spoken message, and plays it back without physical contact when the device is activated by a slight movement, such as the movement of a finger or toe. A picture or word card can be placed on the unit for a visual message cue. The user can activate this device to seek attention, elicit assistance, or make a comment. [MoreInformation]
45. ONEBY FOUR TALKER is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This communicator offers four single-message communicators in a single case. The device can be used as a four-button communication aid or as four separate, wearable one-message devices. Transparent pockets hold picture or word cues on top of the case; users press the cue to activate the corresponding message. Each individual unit offers 10 seconds of recording capability. [MoreInformation]
46. ONETAKE N' TALK (MODEL 8708) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This device focuses on a specific task; placing an object (not included) on or removing it from the unit activates a 20-second message. Icons may be placed under a removable clear panel. [MoreInformation]
47. OPTIMIST3HD is a portable direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. Users of this augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device can choose spoken messages through direct selection or scanning. The device has a color touch screen TFT (thin film transistor) display, an audio amplifier/speaker module with stereo output, a one-GigaHertz processor with Windows XP. [MoreInformation]
48. PALMSAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 9121) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The device consists of a large textured switch on a palm rest. The user rests his/her hand on the base; applying slight pressure on the top, bottom, left side, or right side of the switch plays one of four recorded messages. A device plugged into the built-in jack can also be activated. [MoreInformation]
49. PARTNERONE / STEPPER is a direct selection sequential communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or cognitive disabilities. On this one-button sequential-messaging communication aid, messages are programmed in a preset order and played back in succession. Any number of steps can be recorded within the allotted recording time of 60 seconds. The recorded sequence can also be played in reverse order. [MoreInformation]
50. PARTNER/ONE,PARTNER/TWO, & PARTNER/FOUR are direct selection communicators designed for individuals with communication disabilities. These self-contained augmentative communication devices have one, two, or four buttons with interchangeable picture overlays that play recorded messages when pressed. Partner/One has one button with 32 seconds of memory, Partner/Two has two buttons with 16 seconds of memory each, and Partner/Four has four buttons with 8 seconds of memory for each message. [MoreInformation]
51. PERSONALTALKER is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device features a protective cover that opens like a book; the left side provides space for a picture or written information and the right side houses the communicator with its large press-to-play button which activates one ten-second message. The message may be re-recorded as needed, but the recording mechanism requires a pen tip for activation. [MoreInformation]
52. PHRASEMAKER is a direct selection communicator designed for use by adults with communication disabilities. The Phrase Maker has four modes: Standard Communicator (record and play back 15 pre-recorded words or short phrases to create unique sentences); Beep Acknowledgement (play back only; beeps as each word is selected); Auditory Cueing (play back only; speaks each word as it is selected); and Single Switch Message Entry (records and plays back using a capability switch connected to the device.) [MoreInformation]
53. ROCKINGTWO MESSAGE SAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 1410) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. The unit plays two 10-second messages when the plate is pressed; two switch outputs allow two connected devices to be activated with the messages. The messages can be re-recorded as needed. Icon holders are attached to the switch plate to enable pictures to be inserted. [MoreInformation]
54. SAUCERDOME SAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 9158) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. Pressing the dome activates swirling colors, vibration, and plays messages while simultaneously activating any connected device. The unit offers 20 seconds of recording time. [MoreInformation]
55. SMART/ SPEAK is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Messages can be recorded and played back on six levels with up to 36 10-second messages per level, and are stored on an interchangeable flash memory card. The water-resistant membrane panel has 36 picture slots for message identification. The unit has an ABS injection-molded case, with external speaker and record jacks, a carrying handle, a shoulder strap, and a caring cover. [MoreInformation]
56. SMART/ TALK is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Messages can be recorded and played back on six levels with up to eight 10-second messages per level. The water-resistant membrane panel has eight picture slots for message identification. The unit has four input jacks for switch access, four output jacks to control toys or appliances, and external speaker and record jacks. [MoreInformation]
57. SMART/128 is a direct selection communicator and communication board designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This augmentative and alternative communication device features a removable transparent top grid with 128 locations for recorded messages. Without the grid, the device can be used for pictorial communication. With the grid, messages up to 2.25 seconds long can be recorded and played back on six levels with up to 128 messages per level. [MoreInformation]
58. SMART/SCAN32 PLUS is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device has a light-touch membrane panel with a 32-cell overlay grid. It can record and play back 32 messages up to 10 seconds long on each of six levels, for up to 192 independent messages. Operating in row/column, linear, or step mode, it allows single- or two-switch scanning with LED and auditory prompts. Scan speeds are slow at 4.5 seconds. [MoreInformation]
59. SPEAKA NEED (MODEL 1254) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. Designed to be simple and fast to program and use, this five-level communicator allows the recording of five different categories of needs such as food, bathing, and health needs. Once a category is chosen, pushing the red button sequences through a list of up to 10 items within that category. [MoreInformation]
60. SPINNINGCOMMUNICATOR (MODEL 2043) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. The slightest touch rotates the carousel, enabling the most limited user to communicate special needs. This easy-access device can also be used in the classroom to match objects with words or pictures. Each of the 12 sectors has 18 seconds of recording time. Icons can be changed with the turn of a screw. [MoreInformation]
61. SPINNINGCOMMUNICATOR (MODEL W35934) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This communication device has 12 message slots on a rotating carousel, each with 18 seconds of recording time. A light touch turns the carousel. The doughnut-shaped icon holders can be changed with the turn of a screw to create a variety of activities. [MoreInformation]
62. SPRINGBOARDLITE is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by children or adults with communication or speech disabilities. This dedicated communicator for entry-level users has a 4-, 8-, 15-, or 36-location display with direct selection, single- or dual-switch scanning, or joystick access, and includes five integrated versions of pre-stored vocabulary with an emphasis on core words that power most speech. [MoreInformation]
63. STEPTALKING SEQUENCER SWITCH PLATE (MODEL 1355) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children or adults with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device plays a series of pre-recorded messages (300-second limit) when its switch plate is activated, enabling the user to carry on a simple conversation. Uses include sequencing, testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-alongs. [MoreInformation]
64. SUPER-SIZEDCOMMUNICATOR WITH LEVELS (MODEL 1221) is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication and cognitive disabilities. This unit features four large compartments that hold photographs, symbols, or objects to identify messages. The device offers four five-second messages on twelve levels. Linear scanning allows scanning by activating a capability switch with a choice of automatic or inverse scanning. [MoreInformation]
65. SUPERTALKER is a direct selection and sequential message communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This eight-level communicator can be configured in four different grid formats with one, two, four, or eight cells, enabling a child to use the same device as his or her abilities and needs change. The unit has 16 minutes of recording time with variable message lengths. A step-ahead switch jack allows single switch users to play back messages sequentially. [MoreInformation]
66. SWITCHEASEL STEP TALKING SEQUENCER (MODEL 1481) is a sequential communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. When the switch on the unit's easel is activated, the unit plays a series of pre-recorded messages, enabling a user with limited communication skills to carry on a simple conversation. Other uses include testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-along. [MoreInformation]
67. SYMBOLCOMMUNICATOR FOR THE BLIND (MODEL 4040) is a direct selection symbolic communicator designed for use by individuals who are blind or deaf-blind. On this portable symbolic communicator, messages are identified by removable tactile symbols. To activate a message, the user presses the tactile symbol. At the same time the message is activated, the symbol vibrates, enabling a deaf-blind user to know that the message has been played. [MoreInformation]
68. TAILLIGHT SWITCH AND SAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 464) is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. A light touch along the rim activates lights, vibration, and a recorded message. A connected toy or device is also activated. The surface is textured in a way similar to a car tail light. [MoreInformation]
69. TAKEOR PLACE N' TALK GO! BOARD! (MODEL 8703P) is a wall-mounted communication board designed for use by children with cognitive or communication disabilities. This board allows the user to record from one to seven different messages up to five seconds each. Messages can be played back by taking an item from one of the light sensitive compartments (Take mode), or by placing the item in one of the compartments (Place mode). [MoreInformation]
70. TAKEOR PLACE N' TALK SERIES (MODELS 8705, 8702P, 8701P, & 8704P) are direct selection communicators designed for use by children with communication and cognitive disabilities. These devices reinforce learning through action. Each self-contained unit permits four five-second messages to be recorded; the individual messages are activated by removing an object of the user's choice from the corresponding light-sensitive compartment (photocells). [MoreInformation]
71. TALARA-32 is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This electronic communication aid has a keypad on which the number and size of keys can be changed to a variety of patterns with one to 32 keys. The communicator has four levels, which all use the same key pattern. Up to 45 minutes of messages can be recorded, with no restriction on message length per key. [MoreInformation]
72. TALK4 WITH LEVELS is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device features four message areas on each of 12 levels with 300 seconds of recording time, a recordable level announcer, single jack automatic scanning with LED illumination, True Voice recording quality, and adjustable scanning speed. The unit is also equipped with a volume control, on/off auditory cueing, a removable and adjustable carrying strap. [MoreInformation]
73. TALK8 WITH LEVELS is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device features four message areas on each of 12 levels with 600 seconds of recording time, a recordable level announcer, scanning with LED illumination, two switch scanning, step scanning, True Voice recording quality, and adjustable scanning speed. The unit is also equipped with a volume control, on/off auditory cueing, a removable and adjustable strap. [MoreInformation]
74. TALKABLESII is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device enables the user to record two messages and has 10 seconds of recording time on each side. The unit is equipped with two output jacks to activate two connected devices. It also comes with clear covers for icons. [MoreInformation]
75. TALKABLESIII is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device enables the user to record three messages and has five seconds of recording time at each location. The unit is equipped with three output jacks to activate three connected devices. [MoreInformation]
76. TALKABLESW/BUILT-IN ICON HOLDERS (MODELS 2400, 2401, 2402, & 2403) are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Each device records messages and plays one back when a button is pressed. The Talkable II (model 2400) has two buttons with 10 seconds of recording time on each side and output jacks to activate two devices. Talkable III (model 2401) records three 5-second messages, and has three jacks to simultaneously activate a toy or device. [MoreInformation]
77. TALKBOOKFOUR (MODEL GT-018W) is a four-message direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. It consists of a vinyl folder with transparent pockets that hold four removable GoTalk Ones. Each GoTalk One is a single message talker with a large picture display; a large, colorful play button, and up to 10 seconds of recording time. [MoreInformation]
78. TALKINGALERT (MODEL 1412 & 1412-L) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Model 1412 plays a single 20-second message when the textured lens is pressed and a bright light confirms activation. Model 1412-L offers twelve 24-second messages, with one message on each level. The light confirms one of the messages has been transmitted. [MoreInformation]
79. TALKINGPICTURE CARD HOLDER (MODEL 9150) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This unit vertically displays a single large picture card behind a clear cover; pressing the large button at the base activates a single message of up to 20 seconds. Pictures and messages may be changed as required. Velcro strips on the sides of the base enable multiple devices to be connected for multiple message capability. [MoreInformation]
80. TALKINGPHOTO ALBUM (MODEL 9127) is a voice output photo album designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This album allows the user to record and retrieve a ten-second message for each of the 24 pages of photographs, icons, and drawings. The user can start a message by pressing the button of any page. This device can also function as a communication tool or it can be used to create a talking slide show or talking storybook. [MoreInformation]
81. TALKINGPIN SAY IT PLAY IT (MODEL 9157) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. By pushing the happy pin like a joystick, four separate messages can be played. The messages can be recorded and re-recorded by pushing a hidden switch. Playing time is 20 seconds. Four switch output jacks and cords are provided which can simultaneously activate four separate devices. [MoreInformation]
82. TWINTALK & TWIN TALK AND PLAY (MODELS 1401 & 1402) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, cognitive, and communication disabilities. Designed as a precursor and trainer before more complicated communicators are introduced, this unit enables two 10-second messages to be recorded, played back, and re recorded by pressing either of the two plates. Pictures, words, or symbols can be attached to the plate switches to identify the messages. [MoreInformation]
83. ROCKINGCOMMUNICATOR (MODEL W31458) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This communicator has an oval-shaped rocking plate with two brightly-colored contrasting sides. The unit plays two 10-second messages on each of the two sides. Messages can be recorded that require the user to make choices, make yes/no responses to questions, or for other messages. [MoreInformation]
84. TEXTURED ROLLER STEP TALKING SEQUENCER (MODEL 653) is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children or adults with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. By playing a sequential series of pre-recorded messages, this sequencer enables a user with limited communication skills to carry on a simple conversation. The device can also be used for testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-alongs. It is activated using roller with a textured surface. [More Information]