Prentke Romich Company Accent 1400 User manual

18743
Version 2.05
User’s Guide
Model ACN1400-30
Accent®1400 Integrated and Dedicated
Devices with Empower™Software

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18743v2.05 · 08/02/2021 / Empower version 1.12
Applies to: Model ACN1400-30; Accent 1400 devices with serial numbers 10000AC14 and higher; Accent 1400-30
integrated and dedicated devices with Empower software
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For information on using an Accent 1400 device with NuVoice software, view or download the Accent 1400 User’s
Guide for NuVoice from https://www.prentrom.com/support/accent.
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Contents
The Accent® 1400 is a speech-generating device that offers user-friendly features to
make speaking fast and easy for individuals with severe speech impairments. This
manual describes how to use and maintain your device.
Safety Information ...................................................................................................... 9
A Quick Look at Device Features.................................................................................12
Turning on the Device ................................................................................................15
Using the Touchscreen ...............................................................................................15
Charging the Batteries................................................................................................16
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Device ..........................................................................18
Routine Cleaning and Disinfecting .............................................................................. 18
Disinfecting a Device and Accessories for Multiple Users ............................................. 20
Positioning or Removing the Stand.............................................................................21
Opening the Stand ...................................................................................................... 21
Removing the Stand.................................................................................................... 21
Removing or Reattaching the Handle .........................................................................22
Attaching the Top Port Cover .....................................................................................23
Removing or Replacing the Device Frame...................................................................24
Removing the Device Frame ....................................................................................... 24
Attaching the New Frame ........................................................................................... 26
Attaching the Device Frame More Securely ............................................................... 27
Removing the QRM Mounting Plate ...........................................................................28
Getting Started with the Empower Software ..............................................................29
Creating a User and Selecting a Vocabulary ............................................................... 29
Using Basic Features ................................................................................................... 32
Empower: Using the Menu Button and Quick Menu.................................................. 36
Apps: Using the Menu Button and Quick Menu Access Bar ....................................... 38
Turning Access to the Menu Buttons On or Off.......................................................... 39
Using the Toolbox ....................................................................................................... 40
Identifying Toolbox Features.................................................................................. 41
Changing the Toolbox Language ............................................................................ 42
Changing Settings ....................................................................................................... 43
Adding, Removing, and Rearranging Quick Menu Shortcuts ...................................... 47
Adding a Shortcut................................................................................................... 48
Removing a Shortcut .............................................................................................. 49
Rearranging Shortcuts............................................................................................ 50
Using Shortcuts ...................................................................................................... 51
Configuring User Settings ...........................................................................................53
Choosing an Access Method .......................................................................................55
Setting up Touch Access .............................................................................................56
Finding Informing on Head Tracking ...........................................................................58

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Finding Information on Eye Tracking ..........................................................................58
Setting up Scanning....................................................................................................59
Setting the Number of Switches, Scan Type, and Scan Pattern .................................. 59
Adjusting Scan Timing................................................................................................. 61
Setting up Automatic Scan Restarts and Rescans ....................................................... 62
Creating a Customized Scan Pattern........................................................................... 64
Adding or Modifying Prompts for a Customized Scan Pattern ................................... 67
Setting the Scan Order for a Customized Scan Pattern............................................... 68
Configuring a Voice .....................................................................................................69
Changing the Main Voice or Prompt Voice................................................................. 69
Changing the Pronunciation of Words........................................................................ 71
Changing Message Window Settings ..........................................................................72
Changing Message Window Basic Colors.................................................................... 74
Customizing Message Window Colors ........................................................................ 75
Changing the Message Window Font ......................................................................... 76
Changing Text Size in the Message Window............................................................... 77
Turning Message Window Features On or Off ................................................................. 78
Using a Shortcut to Turn Speech On and Off .............................................................. 80
Changing the Appearance of the Multi-bar.................................................................82
Working with Users....................................................................................................83
Signing in..................................................................................................................... 83
Switching between Users............................................................................................ 83
Creating a New User ................................................................................................... 84
Deleting Users............................................................................................................. 85
Closing the Application ............................................................................................... 85
Configuring Cursor, Dwell, and Selection Feedback ....................................................86
Configuring the Cursor................................................................................................ 87
Changing the Cursor’s Basic Color .............................................................................. 88
Customizing the Cursor’s Color................................................................................... 89
Configuring Dwell Feedback Settings.......................................................................... 91
Selecting a Dwell Feedback Pointer ....................................................................... 91
Adjusting the Dwell Feedback Pointer Size ............................................................ 92
Adding Animation to a Dwell Pointer..................................................................... 92
Selecting the Dwell or Scan Feedback Type ........................................................... 92
Changing Dwell Feedback Basic Colors .................................................................. 93
Customizing Dwell Feedback Colors....................................................................... 94
Selecting Dwell Feedback Sound............................................................................ 96
Configuring Selection Feedback Settings .................................................................... 97
Selecting the Selection Feedback Type .................................................................. 97
Changing Selection Feedback Basic Colors............................................................. 98
Customizing Selection Feedback Colors ................................................................. 99
Restricting Access to the Toolbox .............................................................................101
Restricting Access ..................................................................................................... 101

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Creating a File on a USB Flash Drive.......................................................................... 102
Creating or Changing a Password ............................................................................. 102
Working with Vocabularies ......................................................................................103
Selecting a Vocabulary.............................................................................................. 104
Creating a New Vocabulary....................................................................................... 105
Using Vocabulary Builder .........................................................................................107
Turning Vocabulary Builder On from the Quick Menu.............................................. 108
Creating a Word List by Selecting Words to Show.................................................... 109
Creating a Word List by Entering Words................................................................... 111
Managing Word Lists ................................................................................................ 112
Making a Word List Active ........................................................................................ 113
Copying a Word List .................................................................................................. 113
Deleting a Word List.................................................................................................. 113
Merging Two or More Word Lists ............................................................................. 114
Temporarily Enlarging a Button ................................................................................ 115
Turning Vocabulary Builder on from the Toolbox..................................................... 117
Using Word Finder....................................................................................................118
Customizing Settings for a Vocabulary......................................................................120
Setting Your Preferences for Button Appearance and Actions ................................. 120
Changing the Font and Font Size .............................................................................. 123
Changing Background Basic Colors ........................................................................... 124
Customizing Background Colors ............................................................................... 125
Renaming a Vocabulary ............................................................................................ 126
Changing Your Home Page........................................................................................ 127
Changing the Language Used with Vocabularies ...................................................... 128
Expanding Vocabulary Buttons to Fill the Entire Screen ........................................... 128
Choosing the More Button Location in the Activity Window ................................... 129
Using the Editor........................................................................................................130
Using the Editor Buttons........................................................................................... 131
Saving Changes ......................................................................................................... 132
Editing a Button .......................................................................................................133
Changing a Button’s Message, Label, and Symbol.................................................... 135
Finding a Different Symbol for a Button ................................................................... 137
Taking a Picture to Use on a Button.......................................................................... 140
Changing a Button’s Basic Colors .............................................................................. 141
Customizing a Button’s Colors .................................................................................. 142
Changing the Page a Button Navigates to................................................................. 144
Changing the Location a Button Navigates to........................................................... 145
Setting up a Button to Navigate to a Website .......................................................... 146
Setting up a Button to Navigate to a Windows Application...................................... 148
Removing a Button’s Navigation............................................................................... 150
Changing or Removing an Activity Window Button’s Navigation................................ 151
Adding an Action to a Button.................................................................................... 152

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Changing Button Message, Label, and Prompt Settings ........................................... 154
Changing the Button Type ........................................................................................ 155
Saving a Message to a Button................................................................................... 157
Adding the Save Message Shortcut to the Quick Menu....................................... 157
Saving the Current Message to a Button ............................................................. 158
Recording a Message to a Button ............................................................................. 159
Editing an Empty Button ........................................................................................... 163
Swapping, Resizing, Copying, and Moving Buttons................................................... 164
Swapping Buttons ................................................................................................ 164
Resizing a Button.................................................................................................. 165
Copying and Moving Buttons ............................................................................... 166
Resetting a Button to Its Factory Defaults ................................................................ 167
Creating, Copying, Modifying, and Deleting Pages ......................................................169
Creating a New Page................................................................................................. 170
Copying a Page.......................................................................................................... 171
Modifying a Page ...................................................................................................... 172
Deleting a Page ......................................................................................................... 173
Working with Keyboards ..........................................................................................174
Switching to a Different Keyboard ............................................................................ 174
Copying and Editing a Keyboard ............................................................................... 176
Creating a New Keyboard ......................................................................................... 178
Changing How a Keyboard Speaks............................................................................ 179
Using Word Prediction .............................................................................................181
Activating or Deactivating Word Prediction Options ................................................ 181
Adding Words that You Want Predicted................................................................... 182
Specifying Words that You Don’t Want Predicted .................................................... 183
Analyzing Language Development ............................................................................185
Using the Realize Language Website ........................................................................ 185
Turning Data Logging on ........................................................................................... 186
Exporting and Uploading Collected Data .................................................................. 187
Clearing Usage Data.................................................................................................. 188
Changing System Settings.........................................................................................189
Adjusting Sound and Volume ...................................................................................190
Adjusting Device and Headphones Volume using the Volume Shortcut ....................192
Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection ..................................................................................193
Setting Up a Bluetooth Audio Connection ................................................................194
Connecting Your Device to a Switch..........................................................................195
Updating the Device Software using a Wi-Fi Connection...........................................196
Updating the Device Software using a USB Flash Drive .............................................198
Backing Up and Exporting Files .................................................................................201
Exporting a User’s Vocabularies and Settings........................................................... 202
Exporting a Customized Vocabulary File or Keyboard .............................................. 203
Exporting Vocabulary Pages...................................................................................... 204

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Importing and Restoring Files ...................................................................................206
Importing Users, Vocabularies, Keyboards, and Pages............................................. 207
Importing Message Banking Messages..................................................................... 208
Setting the Date and Time ........................................................................................209
Configuring Device Power Settings ...........................................................................210
Restarting and Shutting Down the Device ................................................................ 210
Configuring the Device Power Button using the Power Settings .............................. 212
Saving Battery Power................................................................................................ 213
Using the Power Shortcut .......................................................................................... 214
Using the System Options.........................................................................................215
Using the Support Options .......................................................................................217
Opening Additional Apps on Your Device .................................................................219
Finding Additional Information.................................................................................220
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................221
Appendix A: Using the Empower Accessible Web Browser .......................................224
Gaining Access to the Web Browser ......................................................................... 224
The Home Screen...................................................................................................... 225
Visual Feedback ........................................................................................................ 225
Using the Web Browser Buttons............................................................................... 226
Using the Menu Button and Quick Menu Access Bar ............................................... 227
Storing Favorite Websites......................................................................................... 228
Creating a Shortcut to the Web Browser in Your Vocabulary................................... 229
Returning to the Empower Software from the Web Browser .................................. 231
Appendix B: Setting up and Using Empower Text Messaging ....................................232
Downloading and Installing the AeroText App onto Your Android Phone................ 232
Pairing Your Phone to Your Accent Device with Empower............................................ 233
Texting from Empower ............................................................................................. 233
Appendix C: Setting up and using IR Remote Controls ..............................................235
Gaining Access to the IR Remote Controls App ........................................................ 235
Gathering What You Need ........................................................................................ 236
Adding an IR Remote ................................................................................................ 236
Using IR Remote Controls ......................................................................................... 237
Deleting an IR Remote .............................................................................................. 237
Editing an IR Remote Page........................................................................................ 237
Appendix D: Creating a List-O-Matic Button Action ......................................................239
Appendix E: Compliance Information .......................................................................243
Index........................................................................................................................249

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Safety Information
Emergencies
This device is not intended to be an emergency call device or sole communication aid.
Cleaning, Maintaining, and Servicing
Do not attempt to service or maintain the device while it is in use. Disconnect the
charger and turn off the device before cleaning or disinfecting the device.
If your device or an accessory is damaged, call Service for assistance. Do not attempt to
make repairs yourself.
Accessories
Do not use accessories, detachable parts, or materials not described in this manual.
Do not use accessories, detachable parts, or materials in any other way than described
in this manual.
Mounting and Positioning
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.
Be certain that the user’s view is not obstructed by the mounting.
Analysis of positioning by a qualified person is required to prevent repetitive stress
injuries to the user.
Vision and Hearing
The communication partner should ensure that the user takes frequent breaks to avoid
eye strain.
Consult your vision care provider about device positioning considerations for the user.
Excessive volume or sound pressure level when using earphones or headphones can
cause hearing loss over extended periods of time. Set the volume at a low level and
increase it only enough that you can hear comfortably.
Ports and Connectors
Keep the device ports and mating cable connectors clean so that they make the best
possible contact and are able to maximize the service life of your device. Dirty cable
connectors will transfer the contaminate to the mating connector on the device and
may degrade performance.
If your device has been exposed to water, each USB port must be completely dry before
a USB cable is inserted into it. To remove moisture from the USB ports, shake the
device several times with each USB port facing downward, and then use a microfiber
cloth to wipe the device dry. You should then check the USB port area again. If
moisture is still visible in any USB port, repeat the shaking and drying procedure.
Do not try to force a connector into a port. Be sure you are inserting the connector into
the correct port and that you have the connector turned so that it matches the
orientation of the port.

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Small Parts, Cords, Cables, and Straps
Cords, cables, and straps are potential entanglement or strangulation hazards. Please
consider this prior to placing these items with device users.
On a regular basis, visually inspect cables, cords, and connectors for damage or wear,
especially where they are subject to extra stress. Cables and cords can become frayed or
damaged from heavy use or with age. For example, a frayed cable could cause a battery
charger/power adapter to short-circuit, posing a hazard to the user. If any cable, cord,
or connector is damaged or worn, call Service for a replacement.
When unplugging a cable or cord, grasp the connector instead of the cable or cord itself
to avoid damage or wear.
Always use cables, whether for charging or transferring vocabulary files, according to
the instructions in this manual.
Small parts could present a choking or other hazard.
If the stand is removed, it becomes a potential hazard for poking an eye. Store it in a
safe location.
The user could pinch a finger when closing the stand.
The stylus is a potential hazard for poking an eye.
Screen
Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken.
Interference
When operating this device in a medical environment, do not use with any product that
is not medically approved. Follow all rules for appropriate wireless device use.
Do not use this device close to sources of RF/RFID radiation or you may encounter
interference. Move away, if possible, from the source of the interference.
Water
If your device has been exposed to water, each USB port must be completely dry before
a USB cable is inserted into it. To remove moisture from the USB ports, shake the device
several times with each USB port facing downward, and then use a microfiber cloth to
wipe the device dry. You should then check the USB port area again. If moisture is still
visible in any USB port, repeat the shaking and drying procedure.
Your device is intended for use in normal communication situations. It is not
waterproof, so use extreme caution when using it around water. As with most electronic
devices, you should never use the device when you are actually in the water (for
example, a pool or bath).

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Batteries and Charging
Use only the battery charger provided with your device.
Do not place the device where it is difficult to operate or difficult to disconnect from the
charger.
Always follow the instructions in this manual when charging your device.
Do not insert any object into the charging port. This can result in damage to the port.
To avoid electric shock and damage to your device, do not charge the device while it is
wet or in an area where it could get wet. Do not handle the device, charger, or cords
with wet hands.
Locate the device in a safe, dry location while charging. Do not charge the device
outdoors.
Keep the charger away from water and do not allow water or any other liquid to be
spilled on it.
If the charger or charger cord is damaged, call Service for a replacement.
Heat
Do not place the device in an appliance such as a microwave or oven, near an open
flame, or on or near a source of heat such as a stove or heater.
Do not leave the device in a hot vehicle for a prolonged period.
Oxygen-Rich Environment
Do not take the device into an oxygen-rich environment (operating room, oxygen tent, etc.).
Touching the Surface
While the device is charging, touching the surface of the device with broken skin may
aggravate a wound.
While the device is charging, infants or high-risk groups should not touch the surface of
the device if there is a chance of burning the skin.
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, implantable cardioverter
defibrillator, vagus nerve stimulator, shunt, or stent, to avoid potential magnetic interference with
the medical device. Persons who have such devices:
•Should ALWAYS keep the mobile device a minimum of six (6) inches from their
implantable medical device;
•Should not carry the mobile device in a breast pocket;
•Should move the mobile device away from themselves immediately if there is any
reason to suspect that it is interfering with the implantable medical device;
•Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of the 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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A Quick Look at Device Features
Front View
1 Microphones
2 Carry strap holders
3 Handle
4 Light sensor
5 Camera
6 Camera indicator
7 Power button
8 Battery/charging LED
9 Power LED
10 Volume button
11 Touchscreen/Display
1
2
3
4 5
11
10
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Back View
1 Attachment points for handle
or NuPoint® head tracker
9 Attachment point for device
frame or Look® module
2 Mini USB connector for NuPoint 10 USB connector for Look module
3 Rear camera111 Microphone
4 QRM mounting plate 12 HDMI port3
5 SD card slot 13 Charging port
6 USB 3.0 port 14 Switch jack A4
7 USB 2.0 ports 15 Switch jack B4
8 External access mini port216 Headphone jack
1 Your device ships with a thin transparent protective cover over the rear camera
lens. To remove the cover, carefully slide a fingernail under the edge of the cover
and peel the cover off the lens. Be careful not to scratch the lens.
2Functional only with purchase of the Integrated Feature Pack (IFP). The external
access mini port allows you to connect to an external device if you have the IFP.
See “Switching Your Device to Integrated Device mode” on page 215.
3The HDMI port allows you to connect a secondary screen to the device for
visually challenged communicators.
4 If you use a switch or switches for access to your device, plug them into switch
jacks A and B. To use a joystick, you will need a Y-adapter. If you have a joystick
plugged in and it does not respond normally, reverse the way it is plugged in
(plug switch A into jack B, switch B into jack A).
1
3
11
5
4
10
9
6
7
8
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13
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Left Side
(When viewed from back of device)
Right Side
(When viewed from back of device)
1 Microphone 1 Microphone
2 HDMI port12 SD card slot
3 Charging port 3 USB 3.0 port
4 Switch jack A24 USB 2.0 port
5 Switch jack B25 USB 2.0 port
6 Headphone jack 6 External access mini port3
1The HDMI port allows you to connect a secondary screen to the device for
visually challenged communicators.
2If you use a switch or switches for access to your device, plug them into switch
jacks A and B. To use a joystick, you will need a Y-adapter. If you have a joystick
plugged in and it does not respond normally, reverse the way it is plugged in
(plug switch A into jack B, switch B into jack A).
3 Functional only with purchase of the Integrated Feature Pack. The external access
mini port allows you to connect to an external device if you have the integrated
feature pack (IFP).
1
3
6
2
3
2
4
5
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Turning on the Device
1. Press and hold the power button located on the top edge of the device.
2. When you hear a beep, release the button. The green power LED
will illuminate.
3. Wait for the Empower™ software to load.
•The LED will remain illuminated while the device is on.
•The LED will remain illuminated when the device is in sleep mode.
•The LED will turn off when the device goes into hibernation.
•The LED will turn off when you shut down the device.
Using the Touchscreen
Important! Do not use sharp, pointed objects on the touchscreen. The
touchscreen is designed to be used with your finger or the stylus that
came with your device. This stylus is made specifically for a capacitive
touchscreen. Anything else will harm your touchscreen and may cause
your device to stop working.
The touchscreen is a liquid crystal display (LCD). Should the display break
(unlikely except in extreme circumstances) and you come into contact
with the liquid crystal, wash and rinse your skin thoroughly. Be careful to
avoid splintered glass.
The touchscreen is very sensitive. Fingerprint smears, dust, grime,
saliva, etc. will affect its performance. The screen also reacts to
raindrops and extremes in temperature (condensation).
To dust the touchscreen, use a soft, lint-free cloth. For heavier cleaning,
use a slightly dampened, lint-free cloth and then dry the screen with
another soft, lint-free cloth.

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Charging the Batteries
How long the batteries last depends on how you use your device. The
time required to fully charge the batteries varies depending on the
charge level when the charge begins. When the device needs charging,
locate the charging port on the back of the device and connect the
battery charger.
The battery charge icon in the software’s status area allows you to
quickly view the charge level. The icon turns red when the charge is
critically low; it turns green when the batteries are charging.
Charging Dangerously Low or Dead Batteries
To fully charge dangerously low batteries will take about 10 hours. If the
batteries are totally dead, an additional two hours may be required.
Batteries that are not fully depleted will require less time to recharge.
Note: If you need to use the device immediately, plug in the battery
charger and leave it plugged in while using the device.
Best Practice
Plug in your battery charger every night when you go to bed and any
time you see the low battery warning and/or see the low battery LED
come on. If you cannot plug in the charger overnight, it is best to power
off the device to conserve battery charge.

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Connecting the Charger
Important! Always use the battery charger that came with your device.
Any other charger may damage the batteries.
Locate the device in a safe location while charging.
1. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet—a surge protector is
recommended.
2. Lift the charger port cover on the device.
3. Plug the charger connector into the charger port.
The Battery/Charging LED
When the device is on: The battery/charging LED is not illuminated.
When the batteries have less than 15% (about three hours) of its power
remaining, the LED will blink yellow.
When the device is plugged into the charger: The battery/charging LED
will glow yellow. When the device is fully charged, the LED will turn
green and remain on until the charger is unplugged.
Disposing of the Device and Batteries
Device Disposal: Please dispose of your device in accordance with your
local, state, and/or federal electronic recycling laws.
Battery Disposal: If the batteries in your device need to be replaced,
dispose of the old batteries in accordance with your local, state, and/or
country regulations.

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Cleaning and Disinfecting the Device
If your device will only be used by one person, routine cleaning and
disinfecting should be sufficient. If, however, more than one person will
be using the device, take additional measures to clean and disinfect the
device after it has been used by one person before allowing it to be
used by another.
Disconnect the charger and turn off the device before cleaning or
disinfecting the device.
Routine Cleaning and Disinfecting
Important! Do not use solvents or abrasives or spray water or cleaner
on the screen or case.
Cleaning the Case
Before cleaning the case or the display, turn the device off. Clean the
case with a slightly dampened, lint-free cloth. Dry the case thoroughly
with another lint-free cloth before turning the device on.
Cleaning the Touchscreen
The touchscreen is very sensitive. Fingerprint smears, dust, grime,
saliva, etc. will affect its performance. The screen also reacts to
raindrops and extremes in temperature (condensation).
To dust the touchscreen, use a soft, lint-free cloth. For heavier cleaning,
use a slightly dampened, lint-free cloth and then dry the screen with
another soft, lint-free cloth.
Cleaning Keyguard Frames, Keyguards, and TouchGuides
All of these accessories can be removed from the case and washed in
hot, soapy water. Dry them thoroughly before putting them back on the
device. The best practice for regular cleaning is to dry accessories by
hand, lay them on a dry towel, and let them air dry for about 5 minutes
before placing them back on the device.

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Disinfecting
To disinfect everything but the display, use a solution of vinegar and
water (¼ cup vinegar to 1 cup water). Wipe the case (not the display)
using a cloth dampened with this solution.
Wash the keyguard frame, keyguard, and TouchGuide separately with
the vinegar and water solution. Allow all equipment to air dry. Do not
use vinegar and water on the display!
What about drooling/saliva?
Any saliva should be wiped up immediately, especially on the
touchscreen or around any of the connectors. Use a slightly dampened,
lint-free cloth to wipe the device.
What about spills, rain, or accidental immersion?
If you spill liquid or any runny substance on your device; if you're caught
in a downpour; or if the device is accidentally dropped in liquid,
immediately dry the device as thoroughly as possible. Try using the
device. If it does not work, call the PRC Service Department and tell
them what happened. They may ask you to send in your device for
servicing.

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Disinfecting a Device and Accessories for Multiple Users
Note: This section applies only when more than one person will be using
the same device. In that situation, it’s vital to effectively disinfect the
device and accessories that have been used by one person before
allowing it to be used by another.
First Step: Put on protective gloves
Next Step: Clean the device and accessories
1. Wipe down the device and accessories with disinfectant wipes
(Virucidal, Bactericidal, Pseudomonacidal, Tuberculocidal,
Fungicidal)—Metrex CaviWipes™. Follow the disinfectant product
manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning.
2. Take a Q-tip with cleaner applied (for example, Windex® or another
commercial cleaner) and clean inside all cracks and crevices. You
may want to use a toothbrush or similar brush.
3. Blow the device off with an air hose or wipe it dry.
Important! Make sure all soil is removed from the device and accessories.
This is vital before proceeding to disinfecting the equipment.
Next Step: Disinfect the device and accessories
1. Wipe down the device and accessories with a new disinfectant wipe
(Virucidal, Bactericidal, Pseudomonacidal, Tuberculocidal,
Fungicidal)—Metrex CaviWipes. Follow the disinfectant product
manufacturer’s instructions for disinfecting.
2. Make sure to clean inside all cracks and corners, and wipe more
than once if necessary to keep the device wet for a minimum of
three (3) minutes.
3. Allow the device and accessories to dry.
Final Step: Wipe the touchscreen
1. When the device and accessories are dry, wipe down the viewing
area (device touchscreen, TouchGuide, keyguard, etc.) with glass
cleaner, so the screen doesn’t discolor.
2. Allow the equipment to dry.