Nova chat 5 User manual

NOVA chat 5 ∙ 2nd Generation
NOVA chat 8 ∙ 1st Generation
NOVA chat 10 ∙ 3rd Generation
NOVA chat 12 ∙ 1
st
Generation
User’s Guide
for Dedicated Model
Saltillo Corporation
2143 Township Road 112
Millersburg, OH 44654
www.saltillo.com

10022 Dedicated Version 1.5
NOVA chat 5 ∙ 2nd Generation
NOVA chat 8 ∙ 1st Generation
NOVA chat 10 ∙ 3rd Generation
NOVA chat 12 ∙ 1
st
Generation
User’s Guide
for Dedicated Model
Saltillo Corporation
2143 Township Road 112
Millersburg, OH 44654
www.saltillo.com

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Copyright/Trademark Information
© 2013 Saltillo Corporation. All rights reserved.
10022v1.5 ∙ 08/04/2015
NOVA chat and VocabPC are trademarks of Saltillo Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
Ivona is Copyright © 2001-2010, IVO Software Sp.z o.o.
Acapela is a trademark of Acapela Group
PCS Symbols illustrations are copyright of Mayer-Johnson Co.
Symbol Stix is copyright of News2You. "The Library of Character/Logo Symbols contained in this
software is included free of charge, may be used solely for
communication purposes and may not be sold, copied or otherwise exploited for any type of profit."
WordPower and ChatPower trademarks of Inman Innovations, Inc.
My QuickChat 12 Adult is copyright of Talk To Me Technologies
My QuickChat 12 Child is copyright of Talk To Me Technologies
My QuickChat 8 Adult is copyright of Talk To Me Technologies
My QuickChat 8 Child is copyright of Talk To Me Technologies
My QuickChat 4 Child is copyright of Talk To Me Technologies
Chat Editor CD
Chat Editor, owned by Saltillo Corporation
Microsoft Voices, owned by Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft's agreement states:
INSTALLATION AND USE RIGHTS.
You may install and use one copy of the software on each
computer on your premises that you use to exchange data and software with portable devices
powered by a Microsoft operating system.
Saltillo grants permission for the use of Chat Editor on each computer used to exchange data with
the NOVA chat.
Attention! Consult accompanying documents.

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Warnings!
Device not intended to be an emergency call device or sole communication device.
When operating this device in a medical environment, do not use with any product that is not
medically approved.
Do not use the NOVA chat close to sources of RF radiation or you may encounter interference. Move
away, if possible, from the source of the interference.
Any mounts used should be fitted by a qualified person. Failure to install the mounting system
according to the manufacturer's instructions may result in an injury to the user.
Analysis of positioning by a qualified person is required to prevent repetitive stress injuries to the
user.
Saltillo Corporation assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise
through the use of this product.
Saltillo Corporation assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by the deletion of data
as a result of malfunction repairs or battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important data on
other media (computer) to protect against its loss.
Cords and straps are potential strangulation hazards. Please consider this prior to placing these
items with device users.
Implantable Medical Devices
A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained between a handheld wireless mobile
device and an implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter
defibrillator, to avoid potential interference with the device.
Persons who have such devices:
•Should ALWAYS keep the mobile device more than six (6) inches from their implantable
medical device when the mobile device is turned ON;
•Should not carry the mobile device in a breast pocket;
•Should turn the mobile device OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place
•Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your implantable
medical device. If you have any questions about using your wireless mobile device with
an implantable medical device, consult your health care provider.

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Table of Contents
Welcome to NOVA chat ....................................................................................... 9
What’s Included ................................................................................................. 10
Charging the Device and Amplifier .................................................................... 11
Connecting the Charger and Cables .............................................................. 11
NOVA chat 12 Detail ...................................................................................... 12
Charging the Device and Amplifier ................................................................ 12
Checking Battery Status ..................................................................................... 13
Checking Battery Status Using Menus........................................................... 13
Checking Battery Status Using a Button ........................................................ 13
Turning the Device On and Off .......................................................................... 15
Turning the Amplifier On and Off ...................................................................... 16
Reconnecting the Amplifier to Your Device ....................................................... 17
Turning Bluetooth On and Off ........................................................................... 17
NOVA chat 5 Device Features ............................................................................ 18
NOVA chat 8 Device Features ............................................................................ 19
NOVA chat 10 Device Features .......................................................................... 20
NOVA chat 12 Device Features .......................................................................... 21
Controlling Volume ............................................................................................ 23
Adjusting the Stand: NOVA chat 5 ..................................................................... 24
Adjusting the Stand: NOVA chat 8 or 10............................................................ 25
Removing the Stand: NOVA chat 8 or 10 ........................................................... 25
Positioning the Stand: NOVA chat 12 ................................................................ 26
Removing and Reattaching the Stand: NOVA chat 12 ....................................... 27
Removing the Stand ...................................................................................... 27
Reattaching the Stand ................................................................................... 27
Removing the Handle: NOVA chat 10 ................................................................ 28
Removing the Handle: NOVA chat 12 ................................................................ 28
Replacing the Wheelchair Mounting Plate: NOVA chat 12 .................................... 29
Attaching a Strap: NOVA chat 5 ......................................................................... 30
Attaching a Strap: NOVA chat 8 or 10................................................................ 31
Attaching a Strap: NOVA chat 12 ....................................................................... 32
Using the Touchscreen....................................................................................... 33
Using the Stylus.................................................................................................. 33
Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Device............................................................... 34
Routine Cleaning and Disinfecting................................................................. 34

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Disinfecting a Device for Use by Multiple Clients .......................................... 34
Using the Application Screen ............................................................................. 36
Using Application Menus ................................................................................... 37
Choosing a Vocabulary File ................................................................................ 38
Considering the Device’s Access Capabilities ................................................ 38
Considering the User’s Cognitive Capabilities ............................................... 38
Additional Considerations ............................................................................. 39
Exploring Vocabulary Files ................................................................................. 40
Available Vocabulary Files.................................................................................. 41
Chat Editor ......................................................................................................... 45
Installing Chat Editor ..................................................................................... 45
Configuring Chat Editor ................................................................................. 46
Enabling Speech in Chat Editor...................................................................... 46
Opening Chat Editor ...................................................................................... 47
Using Vocabulary Files with Chat Editor........................................................ 47
Device and Editor Differences ....................................................................... 47
Using Chat Editor to Create Instructional Materials...................................... 48
Turning Edit Mode On........................................................................................ 50
Creating a Customized Vocabulary File.............................................................. 51
Creating a Copy using the Device in Edit Mode............................................. 51
Creating a Copy from the Device Library....................................................... 51
Creating a Copy using Chat Editor ................................................................. 51
Modifying Button Text ....................................................................................... 52
Displaying the Button Text to Edit................................................................. 52
Editing the Button Text.................................................................................. 53
Using Images with No Text ............................................................................ 53
Adding or Modifying a Button Image................................................................. 54
Finding an Image from the Device Library..................................................... 55
Searching for an Image in the Device Library ................................................ 55
Using Your Own Image .................................................................................. 56
Transferring Images ........................................................................................... 57
Hiding Buttons ................................................................................................... 58
Hiding a Button.............................................................................................. 58
Hiding or Showing Multiple Buttons.............................................................. 59
Saving Hidden Button Settings ...................................................................... 59
Hiding and Showing Button Images............................................................... 59
Modifying Button Styles..................................................................................... 60

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Modifying a Button Style ............................................................................... 60
Modifying Button Color Saturation ............................................................... 61
Modifying a Page Button Style ...................................................................... 61
Modifying a Vocabulary Button Style ............................................................ 62
Overriding a Button Style .............................................................................. 62
Modifying a Button Arrow Link.......................................................................... 63
Adding or Modifying a Button Action ................................................................ 64
Available Button Actions.................................................................................... 65
Using Navigate, Visit, and Jump to Page........................................................ 67
Copying Buttons................................................................................................. 68
Copying and Pasting a Button........................................................................ 68
Copying and Reusing the Same Button ......................................................... 68
Copying and Pasting a Button Style............................................................... 68
Using a Button in Multiple Places.................................................................. 68
Prioritizing Buttons ............................................................................................ 69
Rearranging Buttons...................................................................................... 69
Resizing a Button ........................................................................................... 69
Creating a Page .................................................................................................. 70
Creating a New Page...................................................................................... 70
Creating a Copy of a Page.............................................................................. 70
Creating a Page from a Template .................................................................. 70
Copying a Page from a Different Vocabulary File .......................................... 71
Animating Page Transitions ........................................................................... 71
Adding a Grid to Pages .................................................................................. 71
Using Keyboards ................................................................................................ 72
Choosing a Different Keyboard...................................................................... 72
Linking a Button to a Keyboard ..................................................................... 72
Working with Gestures ...................................................................................... 73
Turning Gestures On or Off ........................................................................... 73
Creating a Gesture for a Page........................................................................ 73
Creating a Gesture for All Pages .................................................................... 74
Working with Speech ......................................................................................... 75
Selecting a Synthesizer and Voice ................................................................. 75
Adding a Pause between Words.................................................................... 75
Adding Words to the Pronunciation Dictionary ............................................ 76
Configuring Speech Modes............................................................................ 76
Setting Access Options....................................................................................... 77

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Activating Buttons on Touch or Release........................................................ 77
Setting a Time for Button Activation ............................................................. 77
Setting a Time to Prevent Selection of a Button Twice ................................. 78
Setting up a Beep when a Button is Pressed ................................................. 78
Setting up a Visual Indication when a Button is Selected.............................. 78
Using the Speech Display Bar............................................................................. 79
Changing Functional SDB Settings ................................................................. 79
Changing SDB Style Settings .......................................................................... 80
Changing Device Orientation Settings ............................................................... 81
Changing Orientation Settings....................................................................... 81
Using Orientation Tilt with the SDB............................................................... 81
Switch Scanning ................................................................................................. 83
Configuring Switches ..................................................................................... 83
Selecting Scan Mode...................................................................................... 84
Configuring SDB and Empty Area Scans ........................................................ 84
Setting Scan Speed ........................................................................................ 85
Configuring Re-scans ..................................................................................... 85
Setting Activation Delay ................................................................................ 85
Setting Cursor Color....................................................................................... 85
Setting Auditory Prompts .............................................................................. 86
Choosing a Voice............................................................................................ 87
Adding Row Prompts ..................................................................................... 87
Using Touchscreen Scanning ......................................................................... 88
Using Word Finder ............................................................................................. 89
Setting up Word Finder ................................................................................. 89
Finding Specific Words .................................................................................. 90
Using Text Options............................................................................................. 91
Adding, Modifying, and Deleting Abbreviations............................................ 91
Enabling Word Prediction.............................................................................. 92
Enabling Automatic Capitalization................................................................. 92
Creating and Loading Profiles ............................................................................ 93
Creating a Profile ........................................................................................... 93
Loading a Profile ............................................................................................ 93
Deleting a Profile ........................................................................................... 94
Restoring Default Profile Settings.................................................................. 94
Changing Languages and Voices ........................................................................ 94
Changing Display Settings .................................................................................. 94

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Setting the Date and Time ................................................................................. 95
Changing Date and Time Settings.................................................................. 95
Creating a Date/Time Button......................................................................... 95
Adjusting Audible and Haptic Feedback ............................................................ 96
Analyzing Language Development..................................................................... 97
Using the Realize Language Website ............................................................. 97
Creating a Privacy Password.......................................................................... 98
Turning Data Logging On or Off ..................................................................... 98
Saving Data to a File to Analyze Manually..................................................... 98
Backing Up and Restoring Vocabulary Files ..................................................... 100
Backing up a Library in the Editor................................................................ 100
Backing up a Library on the Device.............................................................. 100
Restoring a Library to the Editor.................................................................. 100
Restoring a Library to the Device ................................................................ 100
Transferring Vocabulary Files........................................................................... 101
Copying Vocabulary Files from the Device to the Editor ............................. 102
Copying Vocabulary Files from the Editor to the Device ............................. 102
Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 103
Clearing and Restoring Customizations ........................................................... 104
Care and Maintenance..................................................................................... 105
Warranty.......................................................................................................... 106
Index ................................................................................................................ 107

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Welcome to NOVA chat
This user’s guide offers step-by-step instructions for most operations
available with your NOVA chat device. Additional information is
available as follows:
Support articles can be found on the Saltillo website:
http://saltillo.com/support/
Training opportunities can be found on the Saltillo website:
http://saltillo.com/webinars
Contact Saltillo for Operational or Technical support at:
Phone: [phone]
Email: serv[email protected]om
Trouble Tickets:
http://saltillo.com/tt/
For Realize Language™ website support:
[email protected]

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What’s Included
Your NOVA chat Device
Battery Charger
Stylus
The stylus is a potential hazard for
choking or for poking the eye.
Colored Cases
Strap Attachments
Blue, Green,
Purple, Gray
The strap attachments are a
potential choking hazard.
Chat Editor Install CD
Includes a user manual and VocabPC Tour Guide
NOVA chat Recovery Disk
This User’s Guide
Note: We suggest that you keep your packaging materials.

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Charging the Device and Amplifier
A battery charger was included in the box with your device. The charger
cables allow you to charge the device and the amplifier at the same time.
Connecting the Charger and Cables
Plug the charger into a wall outlet—a surge protector is recommended.
Plug the mini connector into the mini USB port on the amplifier case
and plug the micro connector into the micro USB port on the device.
NOVA chat 5
NOVA chat 8
NOVA chat 10
NOVA chat 12

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NOVA chat 12 Detail
Device USB charging port
(back of device facing up)
If you insert a USB 2.0 Micro cable (with
the back of the device facing up), the
connector will insert into the left side of
the port. It will not fill the entire port.
If you insert a USB 3.0 Micro B cable, the
connector will fill the entire port.
Charging the Device and Amplifier
We suggest charging both the device and amplifier each night. The red
battery indicator next to the amplifier’s charger connection should be
on while charging and will flash when it is fully charged.
1. Tap the power button to turn off the display light.
2. Plug the charger’s connectors into the device and amplifier.
3. Plug the other end of the charger into a wall outlet.
When the device and amplifier are fully charged:
1. Unplug the connectors from the device and amplifier.
2. Unplug the charger from the wall outlet (optional).
3. Tap the device’s power button to turn the display on.

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Checking Battery Status
You can check the battery status of the device and amplifier by
navigating menus or by having a button on a vocabulary page that
checks the status.
Checking Battery Status Using Menus
You can check the battery status of both the device and the amplifier by
navigating menus.
Choose Menu or > Settings > System > About Device.
The screen will show the battery charging status and charge level for
both the device and the amplifier.
Checking Battery Status Using a Button
Some Saltillo-provided vocabulary files already include buttons for
checking the battery status. For example: WordPower™ offers the
option from the last page of Groups, and MultiChat 15 offers the button
on the Device Tools page from the second page of “Things”.
To create a button that checks the battery status of both the device and
the amplifier, create a button on a vocabulary page that contains the
action “Battery Status”.
1. Press and hold on the button you want to modify. (Right-click the
button if you are using Chat Editor.)
2. Choose Edit Button to display the Button Properties.
3. Choose the Actions tab.
4. Use the drop-down list to select the Battery status action.
5. Choose OK.
Any time you choose this button, the application will speak the battery
status of the device and the amplifier and display the information in the
Speech Display Bar (SDB).

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For additional information on creating a button action, see “Adding or
Modifying a Button Action” on page 64.

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Turning the Device On and Off
The power button is located on the top edge of the device.
NOVA chat 5
NOVA chat 8, 10, or 12
To turn your device on from a complete power-down:
Press and hold the power button.
To turn your device off for storage:
1. Press and hold the power button.
2. At the prompt, choose Power off.
3. Choose OK to confirm.
To turn the screen on and off for daily use:
When using the device on a daily basis, tap the power button quickly to
turn just the screen on and off. We suggest tapping (not holding) the
power button to turn off the screen. Tap the power button to wake up
the screen.
There is no need to turn the amplifier off when using the device on a
daily basis. If you are in an environment that requires turning off the
amplifier or if you will be leaving the device in storage for a long period
of time, see “Turning the Amplifier On and Off”.
To change the screen timeout setting:
The screen is set up to power down automatically after a specified
period of no activity. To change the period of delay between the last key
press or screen touch and the automatic screen timeout:
Choose Menu or > Settings > System > Display Settings > Screen
Timeout and choose the appropriate setting.

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Turning the Amplifier On and Off
Typically, the amplifier should be left on. When the amplifier is off, speech
is still available, but it comes from the device’s internal speaker.
NOVA chat 5
NOVA chat 8 or 10
NOVA chat 12
Note: The NOVA chat 12 amplifier power button (labeled “I/O”) is
recessed slightly to avoid pressing it accidentally. If you have difficulty
pressing it, use the touchscreen stylus that came with your device.
To turn the amplifier off:
Press and hold the amplifier power button until both the red and blue
lights come on. Release the power button when the red light goes out.
To turn the amplifier on:
Press the amplifier power button for a second. The light will flash to
indicate the amplifier is on and working properly.
The blue light will flash when on and not connected to the device. Once
connected to the device, the blue light will glow steadily.

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Reconnecting the Amplifier to Your Device
Make sure the amplifier is turned on and charged.
1. On your device, press and hold Back ,
2. Choose Yes to confirm that you want to restart the application.
3. The device will scan for your amplifier and connect to it.
Turning Bluetooth On and Off
The amplifier and the device communicate using a Bluetooth
connection. During air travel and in some medical facilities the
Bluetooth option is required to be turned off.
Note: Bluetooth is only used to connect the amplifier and device. It has
no other function.
To turn Bluetooth off:
Press and hold the device’s power button. The Device Options menu
opens. Tap Airplane Mode. This puts the device into Airplane Mode.
To turn Bluetooth on:
Press and hold the power button and tap Airplane Mode. This takes the
device out of Airplane Mode and turns Bluetooth back on.

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NOVA chat 5 Device Features
1 Volume button: Press to turn volume up or down
2 Headset jack (3.5 mm)
3 Power button: Press and hold to turn device on or off
4 Display: Displays the application screens
5 Back: Tap to return to the previous screen or menu. Press and hold to display an
option to restart the application.
6 USB port: Connect a USB cable for charging the device or transferring vocabulary
7 Menu: Tap to display menus that allow you to select a vocabulary file, enable or
disable augmentative options, set how and when to speak messages, and
configure a wide variety of additional options.