AbleNet, Inc.
Overview
AbleNet creates “solutions in context” that excite and empower educators and others to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities. We develop, market, and support creative, reliable, fairly, and affordably priced solutions used by individuals around the world to become active participants at home, at work, at school, and in their communities. These solutions are created and delivered in ways that allow the educator, parent, caregiver, etc. to be successful and fulfilled in their role of empowering the individual with the disability to be the best that they can be.
Products
All-Turn-It Spinner
The All-Turn-It spinner is a fun way to include students with disabilities in regular classroom activities even if they don't understand the curriculum content.
The switch-activated All-Turn-It Spinner, with built-in external switch jack, enables random selections for choosing groups or playing games of chance like bingo. Also a fun alternative to rolling dice.
BigKeys LX Rigid Keyguard
AbleNet rigid keyguards are made of durable clear acrylic and easily attach to the top of the keyboard. A rigid keyguard provides a barrier between the user’s hand and the keyboard enabling them to rest their hands on the keyboard without activating any keys on the keyboard. Small holes in the rigid keyguard allow the user to activate individual keys on the keyboard with a finger press.
THIS RIGID KEYGUARD IS COMPATIBLE WITH:
BIGmack
Record any single message up to two minutes in length directly into the BIGmack communicator and press its activation surface for playback. Connect a toy or appliance for additional motivation. With its large, 5-in/12.7-cm activation surface, BIGmack is an excellent choice for persons with visual impairments and persons with physical disabilities who require a larger target area. Powered by a replaceable 9-volt battery, BIGmack never needs charging and can last for weeks or even months on a single battery.
BIGMACK FEATURES:
- Switch tops included: Red, Yellow, Green, Blue
- Crystal-clear digital sound
- Volume control and ON/OFF switch
BIGMACK TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Messages/Levels: 1/0
- Recording Time: 2-min.
- Switch Input: 1
- Toy/Appliance Output/ECU: 1
- Activation Surface: 5-in/12.7-g
- Activation Force: 3-5-oz/85-142-g
- Weight with Battery: 15.5-oz/439-g
- Battery Type: 9-volt - It is highly recommended to use a standard Alkaline 9V battery with this device. Alternative batteries may be comprised of materials that do not distribute power in a suitable manner, and when installed, some users may experience inconsistencies.
- Accessories Available: Travel strap, Mounting Plate, Interchangeable Switch Tops
- Mounting Connection: Universal Mounting Plate
Blue2 Bluetooth Switch
Blue2 3rd Generation is now available! Blue2 is the most widely used Bluetooth switch interface for tablets, phones, and computers. Blue2 allows you to quickly and easily wirelessly connect one or two switches with your device.
Here are some of the great improvements with Blue2 3rd Generation:
- New Bluetooth 4 connection pairs up to 50% faster
- Monitor Blue2’s battery level from your tablet, phone, or computer
- Each Blue2 is serialized making it easy to pair with the correct Blue2 when multiple Blue2 are present in the same room
Blue2 is compatible with:
- iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch running iOS 7 or newer
- Apple laptop and desktop computers running macOS Mavericks 10.9 or newer
- Desktop and laptop computers running Windows 10
- Chomebooks and Chromeboxes
- Android 9 phones and tablets
Blue2 does require switch accessible software on the device (software not included). iOS 7 or newer, macOS Mavericks 10.9 or newer, and some versions of Android already include switch control software. If you have questions about switch access on a specific software, please contact the software developer to inquire if switch access is available and what keystrokes they recognize as switch clicks.
Hook+ Switch Interface
Hook+ is an Apple MFi approved switch interface that provides a reliable wired connection to the iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch via the Lightning connector. To get started, simply connect one to four switches to Hook+, turn Switch Control on, and connect Hook+ to your iDevice.
Hook+ utilizes the Apple auto switch configurator and the first time Hook+ is used with an iDevice it will automatically configure the iDevice to use single switch auto scanning or dual switch step scanning based on how many switches are connected to Hook+. Once initially configured, switches can be manually re-configured to meet the needs of the user. The Apple auto switch configurator is only available on Apple MFi approved switch interfaces.
With iOS 9, you are able to program two unique commands per switch for a total of eight different switch commands.
iDevice Lever Universal Mounting System
This strong, reliable mounting system is designed for fast, easy and secure placement of any iDevice. The arm extends to 20.5-in/52-cm and clamps onto most flat or tubular surfaces, such as tabletops and wheelchairs.
LITTLE Step-by-Step
Record any series of messages into the LITTLE Step-by-Step communicator. Press its activation surface once to hear the first message. Press it again to hear the next message in the sequence, and so on. Two full minutes of recording time allow you to record as many messages as you need. LITTLE Step-by-Step features an angled base and 2.5-in/6.4-cm activation surface. Powered by a replaceable 9 volt battery, LITTLE Step-by-Step never needs charging and can last for weeks or even months on a single battery.
LITTLE STEP-BY-STEP FEATURES:
- Switch tops included: Red, Yellow, Green, Blue
- Better-than-ever digital sound
- 40% more recording time
- 25% more battery life
LITTLE STEP-BY-STEP TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Messages/Levels: Unlimited Sequential/1
- Recording Time: 2-min.
- Switch Input: 1
- Toy/Appliance Output/ECU: 1
- Activation Surface: 2.5-in/6.4-cm
- Activation Force: 2-3-oz/57-85-g
- Weight with Battery: 8.5-oz/241-g
- Battery Type: 9-volt - It is highly recommended to use a standard Alkaline 9V battery with this device. Alternative batteries may be comprised of materials that do not distribute power in a suitable manner, and when installed, some users may experience inconsistencies.
- Accessories Available: Travel Strap, Universal Shoulder Strap, Mounting Plate
- Mounting Connection: Universal Mounting Plate
Possum Sero!
The Possum Sero! provides, for the first time, a loud speaking, remote control telephone and answering machine with AAC communication aid functions. The Sero! can be operated via the majority of Possum, Infrared enabled home controllers and Communication Aids.
Quick Talker Freestyle
The NEW QuickTalker Freestyle (9.7-in screen) is a highly customizable iPad-based speech generating device (SGD) with the critical options necessary for speech-language pathologists to better meet the unique needs of their clients with communication disabilities. Unlike other SGDs available today, QuickTalker Freestyle provides greater customization by harnessing the power of the iPad, providing opportunity to prescribe nearly any augmentative and alternative communication app, and choose from a selection of protective cases. QuickTalker Freestyle meets Medicare’s funding coverage requirements for SGDs and is also eligible for funding via most Medicaid and Private Insurance programs.
QuickTalker Freestyle mini
The NEW QuickTalker Freestyle mini is a flexible, dynamic display speech generating device (SGD) with the critical options necessary for speech-language pathologists to better meet the unique needs of their clients with communication disabilities. Unlike other SGDs available today, QuickTalker Freestyle mini provides greater customization by harnessing the power of the iPad mini, and providing the opportunity to prescribe nearly any augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app to best meet the needs of the patient.
TrackerPro 2
The NEW TrackerPro 2 head mouse provides reliable hands-free mouse control for individuals who are unable to use a traditional computer mouse. The smooth and pixel precise cursor control of TrackerPro 2 opens a world of possibilities for the user. An individual can use communication software, browse the internet, read a digital book, type an email, or just about anything else that can be done on a computer, tablet, or phone.
- Updated electronics and tracking camera
- Compact and modern design
- Two integrated switch jacks for left and right click
- Improved mounting hardware
TrackerPro 2 is plug-and-play and uses the standard mouse drivers already installed on your device. To get started, connect TrackerPro 2 to a computer, tablet, or phone with a USB Type A port. A small reflective dot is placed on the forehead, nose, or glasses of the user and small head movements control the mouse cursor movement. For left and right clicks, attach two switches (not included) or use a dwell selection software for automatic clicking (not included).
TrackerPro 2 is compatible with most Windows, macOS, Google Chrome, Android, iOS 13, and iPadOS 13 devices.
