Promote functional communication!
Our two switch communicator has built-in visuals in form of the colored buttons and
mirror to assist and encourage production of utterances followed by auditory feedback to
raise self-awareness. The red button allows the user to record 4 messages up to 5
seconds each and a green switch for playback of messages. This provides auditory
feedback and promotes functional communication with intent, encompassing language
structure and/or articulation. Size: 8"L x 2"W x 2½"H. Requires 4 AA Batteries.
Weight: 2 lbs.
Operation:
. The Language Facilitator requires 4 AA Alkaline batteries to operate. Use alkaline
batteries only (e.g. Duracell or Energizer brand). Do not use rechargeable batteries
or any other type of batteries because they supply lower voltage and the unit will
not perform properly. Never mix old and new batteries together or different brands
or types together.
2. The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the unit. Carefully remove the
small screw from the battery compartment and slide the battery compartment cover
off. Observing polarity, install four AA size batteries into the holder. Replace the
battery compartment cover and replace the screw.
3. Turn the unit on by turning the ON/OFF/VOLUME knob (black knob located on the
back right side) clockwise. You will hear an audible click when the unit turns on.
4. Next, turn the (message knob with the “ - 2 - 3 - 4” label next to it) so that the cut
in indicator portion is pointing towards the “ ” This indicated that you will be
recording the
st
of four messages.
5. To record, simply press and hold the round red “RECORD” button on the front of
the unit. While continuing to hold the red button down, speak your message (the
microphone is the small black “fuzzy” circle in between the base and the mirror).
Make sure that your recording is 5 seconds or less. Release the red button when
you finish recording.
6. To play back your message, press the round green button. It is not necessary to
continue holding the green button down while listening to the message. The unit
will continue to playback the entire message, even if pressure on the green button is
released.
I portant Notes:
• The memory of this unit is capable of holding up to a total of 20 seconds of speech
information. Each message should be 5 seconds or shorter.
• The mirror is made out of high impact plastic. It is held onto the unit via two thumb
screws on the front of the unit. See photos on back of guide for removable and
installation. Please Note: Do not over-tighten the thumb screws or damage will
occur.
7. Now turn the message knob so that the indicator points towards the “# 2.” Record
your second message the same way. Do the same for message #3 and message #4.
8. You do not need to record all four messages if it is not appropriate for your needs.
Make sure that all messages you do record are 5 seconds in length or shorter.
9. The unit will retain recorded information indefinitely, even if the batteries are
disconnected. Previously stored information will be erased only when a new
recording is performed.
Mirror Attach ent:
The removable mirror is attached to the base with two thumb screws. Simply place the
mirror inside the recessed grove in the front of the communicator and line up the two
screw holes in the mirror and the base. Next screw in each thumb screw until finger
tight. (See photos on back page of this guide).
Troubleshooting:
Proble : The unit fails to operate, or operates incorrectly.
Action #1: Make sure that the four AA batteries are fresh and installed according to
proper battery polarity.
Action #2: Make sure that the unit is turned ON and it turned up to an audible volume.
Action #3: Make sure there is no dirt or obstacles between the round plates and the
housing of the unit.
Action #4: Make sure that you are holding the red RECORD button down while
recording.
Action #5: Make sure that each message is 5 seconds in length or less.
Action #6: Disconnect the power by removing one of the batteries for 20 seconds in
order to reset the unit. Re-install the batteries. If the unit does not work correctly,
replace all the batteries paying careful attention to proper polarity.
Care of the Unit:
The Language Facilitator can be wiped clean with any household multi-purpose, non-
abrasive cleaner and disinfectant.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will scratch the surface of the unit.
Do not sub erge the unit, as it will damage the electrical components.
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