Adaptivation WIRELESS PAL PAD User manual

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WIRELESS
PAL PAD
Instruction Manual
The World at a Touch
ADAPTIVATION
INCORPORATED
2225 W. 50th St., Suite 100
1-800-723-2783 Sioux Falls, SD 57105 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION................................................... 3
THEORY OF OPERATION.................................... 3
TERMINOLOGY.................................................... 4
MODES OF CONTROL ......................................... 5
WIRELESS PAL PAD DIAGRAM ........................ 6
BATTERY INSTALLATION .................................. 7
OPERATION FOR AC APPLIANCES................... 7
OPERATION FOR BATTERY OPERATED .......... 8
MOUNTING OPTIONS ......................................... 9
DELAYED ACTIVATION .................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 10
WARRANTY ........................................................ 12

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INTRODUCTION
Your Adaptivation, Inc. Wireless Pal Pad has been de-
signed to provide access for individuals with physical or
mental disabilities to basic environmental control. The
Wireless Pal Pad will allow one electrical appliance or bat-
tery operated device to be activated. The Wireless Pal Pad
uses an RF signal to remotely operate either an X-10 pow-
erhouse module, Wireless Receiver, or a Wireless Pager.
Each unit is sold separately. Because it is wireless, you are
not tied down by cords or limited to a particular area.
Wireless activation will allow greater flexibility and conve-
nience for the user. Adaptivation strives to offer our cli-
ents the highest quality products and support. Feel free to
contact us at any time for assistance using your Wireless
Pal Pad.
Operating your Wireless Pal Pad
Theory of Operation
The Wireless Pal Pad activates by sending a radio frequency
(RF) signal to a Powerhouse X-10 transceiver module (also
known as Lamp and Appliance Modules at Radio Shack),
Wireless Receiver, or Wireless Pager. Diagram 1 helps illus-
trate a typical scenario.

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Terminology
RF
RF stands for radio frequency. RF devices can transmit
through walls unlike infrared which requires line of sight.
Wireless Receiver
A Wireless Receiver will allow the Wireless Pal Pad to control
most battery operated devices and also communication aids or
other assistive devices.
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Transceiver Module
The Transceiver Module accepts the RF signal from the Wire-
less Pal Pad and will allow activation of most electrical or AC
appliances.
House Code
The house code is the frequency the Wireless Pal Pad uses to
transmit to either a Wireless Receiver or a Transceiver Mod-
ule. The house code must be set to the same letter on both de-
vices. Using different house codes can allow different
individuals to operate their own devices without interfering
with each other.
Unit Code
This code allows one Transceiver Module to operate up to 16
other appliance modules. The unit code on the Wireless Pal
Pad must be set to the same number as the number on the ap-
pliance module.
Modes of Control
Direct selection: The appliance activates for as long as the
switch is pressed. To set mode of control, set the two position
slide switch to the desired position. Use a small screwdriver to
slide the switch.
Latch selection: Press once and the appliance turns on. Press
again and it turns off. The latch mode is effective when a de-
vice needs to be turned on for an extended amount of time.
To set mode of control, set the two position slide switch to the
desired position. Use a small screwdriver to slide the switch.

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Diagram 2.
Delayed
Direct
Latched Normal
Transmit
Light
Battery Cover House Code Dial
Unit Code Dial
Mode Selection
Switch
Delayed Activation
Switch
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Battery Installation
*Note: Under normal conditions the battery in the Wireless
Pal Pad should last several years. Please call Adaptivation
before replacing the battery.
1. With the Wireless Pal Pad lying face up, carefully lift up
the battery cover tab. Do not bend the tab any more than
needed to remove the battery.
2. Place a pointed tool in the slot on the bottom side, and slide
the battery out.
3. Insert a new CR2032 battery into the battery holder, mak-
ing sure the negative (-) side is down.
4. Carefully bend the battery cover tab back to its original po-
sition.
Note: To conserve the batteries, turn off the Wireless Pal Pad
when not in use. "OFF" is located between "A" and "O" on
the House code dial. Also when using, for longer battery life
use house codes A through G.
Operation for AC Appliances
1. Set the Wireless Pal Pad and the Transceiver Module to the
same house code. Also make sure the unit code is set to the
House Code Dial
Unit Code Dial
OFF
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number 1 position, unless you are plugging the appliance to be
activated into another Appliance Module set to a different unit
code.
2. Plug the appliance you wish to operate into the bottom of
the Transceiver and plug it into the wall outlet. Make sure the
appliance is in the "on" position.
3. Check to make sure the wattage of the appliance does not
exceed the recommended maximum amount on the back of the
Transceiver Module.
4. Set the Wireless Pal Pad to the desired mode of control.
Press the top of the Wireless Pal Pad to activate the appliance.
Note: If using other Appliance Modules other than the Trans-
ceiver Module, you must still have the Transceiver Module
plugged in since the Wireless Pal Pad sends the RF signal to
this module first. Also make sure both the Wireless Pal Pad
and the Appliance Module are set to the same unit code num-
ber.
Operation for Battery-Operated Devices
1. Set the Wireless Pal Pad and the Wireless Receiver to the
same house code. Also make sure both have the unit code set
to the same number.

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2. Make sure you have inserted batteries into the Wireless Re-
ceiver and it is turned on.
3. Insert the plug on the Wireless Receiver into the battery
operated device you wish to activate.
4. Set the Wireless Pal Pad to the desired mode of control.
5. Press the top of the Wireless Pal Pad to activate.
Options: If you are activating a communication aid such as
Adaptivation's VoicePal, insert the plug on the Wireless Re-
ceiver into the switch jack on the communication aid. Set the
Wireless Pal Pad to the Direct mode. Activate the Wireless
Pal Pad to access your message on the communication aid.
If you are activating a battery-operated device or toy, insert the
plug on the Wireless Receiver into the switch jack on the
adapted device. If your device is not adapted use a battery in-
terrupter which is inserted into the battery compartment of the
device.
Mounting Options
The Wireless Pal Pad also comes with a rubber backing which
can be attached to help keep it from sliding. When mounting
on a table or other flat surface, Velcro or Dual-Lock can be
used as an alternate mounting method.

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Delayed Activation
Typically when the Wireless Pal Pad is pressed, the corre-
sponding device activates almost immediately. A one second
delay can be added. This means the Wireless Pal Pad must be
held down for one second before the device will operate. This
can be very helpful for a person who may accidentally drag
their hands. Delayed activation will help with these accidental
activations.
To set the one second delay, set the two position slide switch to
the "Delayed" position. Use a small screwdriver to slide the
switch. Now your Wireless Pal Pad is set for a one second de-
lay.
Trouble Shooting
Your AC appliance is not working.
-Make sure the device works independently of the
Wireless Pal Pad.
-Make sure the Wireless Pal Pad is not turned to the
"off" position.
-Make sure the device is turned "on" at all times.
-Make sure the house code is set the same on both
transceiver and Wireless Pal Pad.
-Make sure you are within range (25 to 45 feet max)
and there are no obstructions covering the
antenna on the Transceiver Module.
-Check mode of control.
-Check to see if you are using delayed activation.

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Your Battery-Operated device is not working.
-Make sure the device works independently of the
Wireless Pal Pad.
-Make sure the Wireless Pal Pad is not turned to the
"off" position.
-Make sure the Wireless Receiver is turned on,
batteries are fresh, and it is plugged into the device.
-Make sure you are within range.
-Make sure the house code and unit code are set
the same on both receiver and Wireless Pal Pad.
-Check to see if you are using delayed activation.
The device activates intermittently.
-Move the Wireless Pal Pad closer to the receiver.
-Make sure batteries are fresh.
-Be sure to wait approximately 2 seconds before
reactivating. The Wireless Pal Pad needs time to
send the RF signals. If activated rapidly, signals will
become backed up and receiver may not respond.
The device activates without using the Wireless Pal Pad.
-Something in the environment is causing
interference. Set the Wireless Pal Pad and receiver
units to a different house code.
-Check to make sure other X-10 compatible
environmental controls are not set to the same house
code and, or unit code.

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Wireless Pal Pad
1Year Limited Warranty
YourAdaptivationWireless Pal Pad was carefully tested and inspected before it was
shipped from the factory. We warrant this product to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use and service for one (1) year from the date of
purchase. In the event of a defect in materials or workmanship, we will either repair
orreplacewithout charge, atouroption, any partwhichin ourjudgmentshows evi-
dence of such defect within one (1) year of purchase.
This warranty does not apply if the Wireless Pal Padhas beenmisused,abused,
altered, or tampered with. At the end of the warranty period, Adaptivation shall be
undernofurther obligation expressedorimplied.
Thiswarrantygives you specificrights,and youmayalso haveotherrights which vary
from state to state.
Forrepair service, contact Adaptivation'stechnicaldept.to receive a re-
quired RMA# (return material authorization number) prior to the return of
thedevice.
Adaptivation,Inc.
2225 W. 50th St. Suite 100
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
1(800)-723-2783,[phone], Fax: [phone],e-mail:
[email protected],WebPage:www.adaptivation.com
Please insure your Wireless Pal Padis clean before returning it to Adaptivation for
service.
This is not a medical device. It should not be used where incorrect or
faulty operation could reasonably be expected to result in injury or
worse!
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