User`s Guide

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User`s Guide

User’s Guide
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Part # 400670-A
First Edition
Published May 2007
Created in the United States of America
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Palmtop 3 Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii
Section 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.1.
1.2.
1.3.
1.4.
1.5.
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.1.1. Where to Find Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.1.2. Using This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Getting to Know Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Quick Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 2: Introduction to Palmtop 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.1.
2.2.
2.3.
2.4.
2.5.
About Palmtop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
About the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
About Windows Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
About the Dell Axim Portable Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Section 3: Using Palmtop Impact
3.1.
3.2.
3.3.
3.4.
3.5.
3.6.
3.7.
3.8.
3.9.
3.10.
3.11.
3.12.
3.13.
3.14.
3.15.
3.16.
3.17.
3.18.
3.19.
3.20.
3.21.
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Turning Your Device On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Charging the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Palmtop Body Armor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Starting Palmtop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Loading and Changing Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Basics of Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Stopping Palmtop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Adding Phrases to Standard Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Modifying Symbol-Based Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Creating New Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connecting to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Importing an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Backing Up Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.13.1. Palmtop Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.13.2. Configuration Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Dedicated Device Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using Digitized Speech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Setting up Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
3.16.1. What is Scanning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
3.16.2. Attaching the Switch Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.16.3. Configuring the Scanning Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Help for Users Who Have Trouble Selecting Buttons or Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Using a Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using a Bluetooth Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Resetting the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
3.21.1. Performing a Soft Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
3.21.2. Performing a Hard Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Section 4: Palmtop Impact Software
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4.1.
Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
4.1.1.
File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
4.1.2.
View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
4.1.2.1. Page Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4.1.3.
Tools Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4.1.3.1. File Utilities Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.1.3.2. Cleanup Unused Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.1.3.3. Packing and Unpacking Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.1.3.4. System Utilities Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.1.3.4.1. Upgrading the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.1.3.4.2. Update Product Key (PC Demo Only) . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.1.3.5. Transfer Utilities Menu (PC Editor Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
4.1.3.6. Logging Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
4.2. Toolbars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.2.1.
Run Mode (Normal) Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.2.2.
Edit Mode Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.3. Editor Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
4.4. Options Dialog: General Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
4.4.1.
General Options: Input Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
4.4.2.
General Options: Auto Format Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
4.4.3.
General Options: Magnification Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
4.5. Input Configuration: Touchscreen Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
4.6. General Options: Input Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
4.6.1.
Input Filtering: StickyKeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
4.6.2.
Input Filtering: FilterKeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
4.6.3.
Input Filtering: RepeatKeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
4.6.4.
Input Filtering: SlowKeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
4.6.5.
Input Filtering: BounceKeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
4.7. Input Configuration: Scanning Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
4.7.1.
Scanning Dialog: Method Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
4.7.2.
Scanning Dialog: Delays Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
4.7.3.
Scanning Dialog: Miscellaneous Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
4.7.4.
Scanning Dialog: Audio Feedback Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
4.8. Input Configuration: Morse Code Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
4.8.1.
Morse Dialog: Switch Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.8.2.
Morse Dialog: Switch Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.8.3.
Morse Dialog: Switch Acceptance Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
4.8.4.
Morse Dialog: Audio Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
4.9. Options Dialog: Speech Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
4.9.1.
Speech Dialog: Synthesis Type Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
4.9.2.
Speech Dialog: Public Voice Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
4.9.3.
Speech Dialog: Private Voice Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
4.9.4.
Speech Dialog: Speak Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
4.10. Options Dialog: Prediction Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
4.10.1. Prediction Dialog: Ordering Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
4.10.2. Prediction Dialog: List Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
4.10.3. Prediction Dialog: Show List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
4.10.4. Prediction Dialog: Min Savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
4.10.5. Prediction Dialog: Auto Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.10.6. Prediction Dialog: Prediction Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.10.7. Prediction Dialog: Prevent Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.10.8. Prediction Dialog: Static Predictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.10.9. Prediction Dialog: Recency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.11. Options Dialog: System Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.11.1. System Dialog: Suspend Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.11.2. System Dialog: Dedicated Device Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.11.3. System Dialog: Setting Dialogs Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
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4.12. Dictionary Editor Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
4.12.1. Dictionary Editor: Looking Up Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
4.12.2. Dictionary Editor: Adding New Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
4.12.3. Dictionary Editor: Editing Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
4.12.4. Dictionary Editor: Removing Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
4.12.5. Dictionary Editor: Reviewing the Words You Have Added . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
4.12.6. Restoring the Default Dictionary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
4.13. Abbreviation Editor Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
4.13.1. Abbreviation Editor: Adding New Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
4.13.2. Abbreviation Editor: Editing Existing Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
4.13.3. Abbreviation Editor: Removing Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
4.13.4. Restoring the Default Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
4.14. Pronunciation Editor Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
4.14.1. Pronunciation Editor: Adding New Pronunciations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.14.2. Pronunciation Editor: Editing Existing Pronunciations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.14.3. Pronunciation Editor: Removing Pronunciations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.14.4. Restoring the Default Pronunciations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
4.15. Manage Files Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
4.16. Save Profile Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
4.17. Transfer Files Dialog (PC Editor only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
4.18. Logging Setup Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
4.19. Button Properties Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4.19.1. Labels Tab: Setting an Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4.19.1.1. Setting Control Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
4.19.2. Labels Tab: Setting a Secondary Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
4.19.3. Labels Tab: Editing the Button's Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
4.19.4. Labels Tab: Editing the Button's Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
4.19.5. Labels Tab: Changing the Button's Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
4.19.6. Labels Tab: Setting up a Navigation or Visit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
4.19.7. Labels Tab: Changing the Button's Audio Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
4.19.8. Labels Tab: Clearing a Button's Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
4.19.9. Labels Tab: Editing the “Next” Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
4.19.10. This Button Tab: Changing the Appearance of a Single Button . . . . . . . . . . .59
4.19.11. All Buttons Tab: Changing the Appearance of All Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
4.19.12. Advanced Tab: Changing the Page and Row Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
4.20. Symbol Selection Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
4.20.1. Importing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
4.20.2. Pasting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
4.20.3. Adding Mayer-Johnson Symbol Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
4.21. Sound Recorder Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Section 5: Creating and Editing Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
5.1.
5.2.
5.3.
5.4.
5.5.
5.6.
5.7.
Creating a New Symbol Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
5.1.1.
Editing a Single Button (in Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
5.1.2.
Swapping Two Buttons (in Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
5.1.3.
Cutting, Copying, and Pasting Buttons (in Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
5.1.4.
Adding a New Page (in Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.1.5.
Previewing Buttons (in Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
5.1.6.
Navigating Between Pages (in Edit Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Editing an Existing Symbol Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Editing a Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Editing Onscreen Keyboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Importing and Exporting Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Importing and Exporting Keyboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Locking and Unlocking Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
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Section 6: The PC Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
6.1.
6.2.
6.3.
6.4.
6.5.
Installing the PC Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Using the PC Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Connecting to the Palmtop Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Editing and Transferring Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Installing and Uninstalling Mayer-Johnson Symbol Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Section 7: Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
7.1.
7.2.
7.3.
7.4.
7.5.
7.6.
7.7.
7.8.
7.9.
7.10.
7.11.
7.12.
7.13.
7.14.
7.15.
7.16.
7.17.
7.18.
7.19.
7.20.
7.21.
7.22.
7.23.
7.24.
7.25.
7.26.
7.27.
7.28.
7.29.
7.30.
7.31.
7.32.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Keyboard Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Config - 12 Button Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Config - Adult Conversation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Config - Adult Conversation Words Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Config - Alpha: Alphabetic Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Config - Alpha-List: Alphabetic Matrix with Prediction List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Configs - Ambiguous Keypads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
7.8.1.
Config - Ambig-Char: Ambiguous Keypad with Character-Level
Disambiguation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
7.8.2.
Config - Ambig-Word: Ambiguous Keypad with Word-Level
Disambiguation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Config - Behavior Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Config - Child Creative 16 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Config - Child Functional 4 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Config - Child Functional 9 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Config - Child Situational 12 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Config - Direct: Matrix Optimized for Direct Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Config - Direct-List: Matrix Optimized for Direct Selection, with Prediction List . . . . . .90
Config - List: Prediction List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Config - Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Config - Morse-Only: Text Editor for Morse Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Config - Scan: Matrix Optimized for Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Config - Scan-Char: Matrix Optimized for Scanning, with Character Prediction List . .93
Config - Scan-List: Matrix Optimized for Scanning, with Prediction List . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Config - Symbol-Base: A Simple Symbol-Based System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Config - Teen Creative 16 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Config - Teen Functional 4 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Config - Teen Functional 9 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Config - Teen Situational 12 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Config - Young Adult Creative 16 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Config - Young Adult Functional 4 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Config - Young Adult Functional 9 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Config - Young Adult Situational 12 Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Options Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Speech Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
8.1.
8.2.
8.3.
8.4.
8.5.
8.6.
8.7.
8.8.
8.9.
8.10.
8.11.
8.12.
8.13.
8.14.
8.15.
8.16.
8.17.
No speech is coming out when I type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
The device is not responding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
The device keeps turning off by itself. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
The screen dims when I do not want it to. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
The screen is too dark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
The device shows “Impact software could not be found.” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
The program is scanning too fast or too slow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
How do I speed up audio scanning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
My external switches are not working. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
I cannot get a configuration to load/save. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
I lost the toolbar and menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
I lost the Editor Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Zoom is turned on and I cannot turn it off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
I cannot find the text file I saved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
I cannot find my product ID number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
How do I get Technical Support? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Where can I find additional information? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Appendix A: Morse Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
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General Information
Shipping and Handling
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the continental United States or to Alaska. Please call 1.866.DYNAVOX (396.2869) for shipping charges to
Hawaii.
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The following forms of payment are accepted: cash, personal check, Visa®, MasterCard®, Discover® and
approved purchase order. For more information, please contact DynaVox Technologies at 1.866.DYNAVOX
(396.2869).
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days of the original date that the product was shipped from our Pittsburgh, PA headquarters. Should you
need to return or exchange an item, please follow these steps:
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Check the contents, condition and operation of the product(s) upon receipt.
Contact our Technical Support team at 1.866.DYNAVOX (396.2869) to receive a return authorization
number before returning or exchanging any product.
Any DynaVox V®, DynaVox Vmax®, DynaVox DV4®, DynaVox MT4®, MightyMo®, MiniMo®,
DynaWrite®, iChat3 ™, Palmtop3 ™, LightWriter®, and Dynamo® product returned within 30 days
will be charged a weekly restocking fee based on the time between the date the device was shipped
to the customer from DynaVox Technologies' Pittsburgh, PA manufacturing facility and the date that
the product is received at our manufacturing facility.
Product Guarantees and Warranties
Rest easy with DynaCare®!
Every DynaVox V, DynaVox Vmax, DynaVox DV4, DynaVox MT4, MightyMo, MiniMo, DynaWrite, iChat3,
Palmtop3, LightWriter, and Dynamo purchase includes a one-year, all-inclusive DynaCare Certified Unlimited
Guarantee™. This guarantee becomes effective on the date the product is shipped from DynaVox
Technologies' Pittsburgh, PA manufacturing facility to the customer, and provides coverage for:
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All hardware repairs to the base unit,
Memory card (where applicable),
Battery for one year from the date of shipment (excluding theft or loss),
Repair or replacement without charge for parts, labor or return shipping costs from DynaVox
Technologies' Pittsburgh, PA repair facility to the customer.
Coverage is not provided if the device is lost or stolen. Disassembly of the product will void this guarantee.
Repair or replacement with new or refurbished equipment is at the sole discretion of DynaVox
Technologies. †
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AccessIT®, DynaWrite Scanning Accessory - Warranties for these products cover all hardware repairs for
one year from the date of shipment to the customer. Repairs arising from abuse, mishandling, theft or loss
are excluded by this warranty.
† Coverage is not provided in the case of theft or loss. Disassembly of the product will void your DynaCare
guarantee or product warranty. Repair or replacement is at the sole discretion of DynaVox Technologies.
Impact® Products -The hardware platforms supporting Impact communication software are covered by the
original manufacturers' warranties. These warranties typically warrant the computer hardware to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under normal use during a warranty period of one year from the date of
purchase.
While DynaVox Technologies will assist customers in determining the applicability of a manufacturer's
warranty, all maintenance, repairs, exchanges or refund of third-party manufactured hardware and software
components are at the sole discretion of the original manufacturer. For additional information on the warranty
for a specific product, please contact DynaVox Technologies at 1.866.DYNAVOX (396.2869).
Extended Service Contracts
DynaCare Certified Unlimited Guarantee extendeds service contracts help to ensure that unexpected repair
bills never strain your budget. Available for purchase year-by-year or in money-saving, multi-year packages,
DynaCare extended service contracts allow you to extend your original, all-inclusive guarantee on your
DynaVox V, DynaVox Vmax, DynaVox DV4, DynaVox MT4, MightyMo, MiniMo, DynaWrite, Dynamo,
Lightwriter, iChat3, or Palmtop3 for up to two (2) to four (4) years beyond the expiration date of your original
DynaCare Certified Unlimited Guarantee.
Please note: If your DynaCare coverage has expired there will be a mandatory inspection and reinstatement
charge. If the device is found to be in need of repair during the inspection, any repairs needed must be
performed and payment must be received at DynaVox Technologies before additional DynaCare coverage
may be purchased. Charges to ship the product to DynaVox Technologies' repair facility in Pittsburgh, PA for
the inspection are the sole responsibility of the customer.
† DynaVox Technologies reserves the right to substitute products of similar size, weight and function
when necessary.
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Palmtop 3 Technical Support
In order to make your experience as trouble-free as possible, we would like to remind you to:
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Please write down your warranty expiration date and keep it in a safe place. You can find the date
on your packing slip. It will be one year from the day that your device was shipped. You have the
option to purchase an extended warranty for up to 2 additional years for a total of 3.
If your device needs to be repaired, and it is under warranty, then DynaVox will cover the cost of the
return shipment to you. If your device is not under warranty, then the shipping cost to return the
device to you will be $25.00.
Please remember to make a backup copy of your work every time you finish programming.
Otherwise, if a problem occurs, DynaVox will not be able to retrieve lost information from your
device.
Obtaining Support
DynaVox Technologies offers a comprehensive array of Technical Support services to ensure that you have
access to the support you need to get the most out of your device! These services include:
Self Support – DynaVox Online Knowledge Base
Our online Knowledge Base lets you search for answers and download documentation. Browse to
www.dynavoxtech.com, select the 24-7 Tech Support button, then select Knowledge Base.
Email
If you cannot find the answer you need on the Knowledge Base, you can send a message to Technical
Support by selecting the Ask Technical Support tab within the Knowledge Base website.
Chat
To chat with a Technical Support representative, select the Chat with Tech Support button located at the
top of the DynaVox website home page. (www.dynavoxtech.com)
Telephone Support
1-866-DYNAVOX (396-2869)
Hours of Support
Phone, chat and email support are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (EST)
excluding holidays. Emergency support is available through message return Saturdays and holidays from
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (EST).
Please be prepared to provide:
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Your name (not the user of the device)
The serial number of the device you are using
A telephone number where you can usually be reached.
You must either be able to provide the serial number of the device you are calling about or provide the
Technical Support Rep handling your call with sufficient information to obtain the serial number (name of the
client using the device or facility that purchased the device).
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Section 1: Getting Started
1.1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Palmtop3 Impact (Palmtop), a revolutionary augmentative communication
device. The Palmtop device provides an advanced augmentative communication system in one of the
smallest and lightest packages available. The Palmtop device includes a set of configurations that supports
both text-based and symbol-based communications, allowing you to access word prediction, abbreviation
expansion, automatic spacing and capitalization, a personalized dictionary, and much more - all in a device
that does not get in the way and is ready to go whenever and wherever you want.
1.1.1. Where to Find Information
Your Palmtop device comes with this manual and supplemental reference material on a CD-ROM. Refer to
this manual for information on operating the Palmtop software and associated peripherals (such as external
switchboxes). Refer to the Axim Owner’s Manual on the Dell Getting Started CD-ROM for information on
operating the device as a personal organizer.
1.1.2. Using This Guide
The Palmtop User’s Guide (this manual) will provide all the information you need to operate your Palmtop
device. For specific information refer to the appropriate section as follows.
1
Getting Started
2
Introducing Impact
3
Provides all the information you need to get up and communicating right
away. Start here after you have unpacked all the parts.
Contains an overview of the Impact software and the Windows Mobile
operating system.
Using Palmtop Impact Provides instructions on the most common functions. This section will
walk you through common operations and will refer to other places in the
manual where you can get even more detailed information.
4
Palmtop Impact
Software
Contains a detailed description of all of the options available in the
software. Look here if you want to explore all of the software functionality,
or if you have a question about how a specific feature works.
5
Creating/Editing
Configurations
Provides instructions on creating new symbol configurations and editing
existing configurations.
6
The PC Editor
Contains information about installing and using the Windows PC Editor
included with every Palmtop device.
7
Configurations
Provides a description of the included configurations. This section will
help you decide which configurations are best suited to your needs and
allow you to get the most out of the one you choose.
8
Troubleshooting
Provides solutions to a list of common problems. Go here if you are
having trouble with a particular action or if the system is not behaving as
you expect.
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Note: This guide assumes that you have some experience using Windows and are comfortable
with concepts such as navigating menus, clicking, and double-clicking. Refer to the Axim
Owner’s Manual on the CD-ROM for additional information on the basic operation of the device.
1.2. Getting to Know Your Device
You received the following items with your device:
• Dell Axim X51v PocketPC (with software, voices and configurations preinstalled)
• AC charger adapter
• Sync cable
• Palmtop User’s Guide (this book)
• Palmtop Quick Reference Guide (in the sleeve of the Palmtop User’s Guide)
• Palmtop PC Editor Software CD (in the Palmtop User’s Guide)
Refer to the figures on the following pages to learn about the important components and controls for your
Palmtop device.
1.3. Initial Setup
Follow these steps to get Palmtop up and running quickly:
1) IMPORTANT! Recharge the batteries. Since the device runs on two rechargeable batteries, you
should plug in the AC adapter immediately after unpacking it to charge the computer back up to full
power (some power will drain during shipping). The device should come fully charged from the
factory, but it is a good idea to charge it completely before using it. Connect the adapter connector to
the AC adapter cable (see Figure 5), and then plug the adapter connector to the sync cable
connector on the left side of the Palmtop device (see Figure 3). Then connect the AC adapter to an
electrical outlet. When the batteries are charging, the power button on the Axim will glow orange
(see Figure 1). When the device is completely charged, the power button on the Axim will glow
green. It is recommended that you keep the device plugged in when you are not using it, or if you
are using it and have a receptacle nearby.
2) Turn on the computer. Press the power button near the top of the front face of the computer to turn
it on (see Figure 1). Pressing it again will turn it off.
2
Note: The computer is designed to conserve battery power by automatically shutting down after
several minutes of inactivity. If this happens, press the power button to turn it back on. See
section 4.11 for information on adjusting the power saving feature.
3) Run Impact. The screen will now show the "Today" screen, with a Start button at the top left and
"Tap here for Palmtop Impact" centered near the top of the screen (see Figure 7). Select that text
to start the Impact software.You can also start the program by selecting the Start button, selecting
Programs from the menu, then selecting the Palmtop IMPACT icon. After the program is running
you can turn the computer power off and on without exiting the program.
2
Microphone
Power Button/
Charging Indicator
Wireless Light
Touch Screen
Calendar
Contacts
Inbox
Home
Cursor Button
Figure 1: Palmtop3 - top view
Speaker
Volume
Figure 2: Palmtop3 - right side view
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Stylus
Speaker
Sync Cable
Connector
Figure 3: Palmtop3 - front oblique view
Reset
Button
Figure 4: Palmtop3 - bottom view
4
Adapter
Connector
USB
Sync
Cable
AC Adapter
Figure 5: Charging and PC connection accessories
4) Load a configuration. Impact is now running, but the main window will be empty. Impact allows you
to load a variety of interfaces that have different button layouts. Each layout is called a configuration.
Open the File menu and choose Standard Configs. You will now see a list of the different
configurations included with Impact (for complete descriptions see section 7). Select the name of the
one you want to load (Alpha-List or Symbol-Base is a good one to start with). The more complicated
configurations may take a few moments to load, but most load very quickly. After it has loaded, you
can leave Impact running and your chosen configuration will always be ready for you to use.
You are done! Now just select the buttons with the words you want to say and your Palmtop device will
speak for you.
1.4. Quick Tour
This section will walk you through some of the many features of the Palmtop software, to help you get
comfortable with using the system. Begin by loading the Alpha-List configuration.
Select the File menu and choose Standard Configs > Alpha-List. This configuration will take a few
moments to load as the software prepares the prediction engine. For this reason, it is recommended that
after you choose a configuration for everyday use, you should keep the Palmtop software running all the
time. Just turn off the device when you are not using it. This will take advantage of the "instant-on" feature of
the Dell Axim and Impact will be ready for communicating when you are.
The Alpha-List configuration is designed to be simple to use for beginners. The letters are arranged in a
matrix that is in alphabetical order, starting each row with a vowel. You can create and speak messages by
selecting letters or words from the screen. Your Palmtop device will speak words when they are completed
and whole sentences once they are terminated with a period, question mark, or exclamation point (., ?, or !).
To repeat a sentence or paragraph, just select the Editor Window to speak everything you have typed.
You can change the speech characteristics of the device by using the Options dialog. Select the Tools menu
and choose Options to open the dialog. Look through the settings on the General tab, but until you become
more familiar with the system, it is recommended that you do not change any of the default settings except
as described below. Select the Speech tab to open the Speech Options dialog. All of the speech
characteristics are controlled through this dialog. Change the Voice and mark the Speech Mode check box
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next to Character. Select OK and then resume typing. The device now speaks after every character is
entered and uses the new voice. For more information on the available options, see sections 4.4 through
4.11.
The Alpha-List configuration assists with message production by providing a list of predicted words. As you
enter text, the list is updated by the Foresight™ prediction engine and you can select words directly rather
than typing them one character at a time. Experiment with the Alpha-List configuration and see how the word
prediction feature works. But do not stop there. Read through section 4 and check out all the options that are
available for customizing your configuration - or load one of the other configurations and see which one you
like best. The standard configurations are described in section 7.
1.5. Getting Help
If you need…
Look here…
Information on basic Palmtop functionality (starting,
stopping, loading configurations, etc…)
Palmtop User's Guide (this document), section 3
Details on advanced Palmtop functionality (input
filtering, speech options, etc…)
Palmtop User's Guide, section 4
Step-by-step instructions about a specific task, or
supplementary information about a specific topic
Palmtop Quick Reference Guide (included in the
Palmtop User's Guide binder)
Help using Windows Mobile (tapping, dragging,
launching applications, etc…)
Axim Owner’s Manual (on CD-ROM)
Help using other applications included on your
Windows Mobile computer
Windows Mobile Main Online Help (tap Start then
Help in the taskbar)
Instructions on operating and caring for your
computer (battery charging, etc…)
Axim Owner’s Manual (on CD-ROM)
Help getting technical support
Palmtop User’s Guide, section 8.16, or call DynaVox
Technical Support at 1-800-344-1778
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Section 2: Introduction to Palmtop 3
2.1. About Palmtop
Your Palmtop system is one of the smallest and lightest augmentative communication devices available. The
system allows you to produce messages that can be spoken through the DECtalk™ or Acapela™ software
speech synthesizer and/or saved to a text file for later use. The Palmtop software provides a variety of
features including word prediction, scanning input, touchscreen selection, abbreviation expansion, Morse
code, and automatic spacing and capitalization to name a few. A configuration file is loaded to instruct the
Palmtop device how to look and function. Just choose a configuration that suits your needs. For clinicians,
this means you only have to learn one software system and you can meet the needs of many clients by
selecting different configurations. Complete descriptions of the standard configurations are provided in
section 7.
2.2. About the Software
The Palmtop window is divided into three regions (see Figure 6). At the bottom of the screen, there is a
Menu Bar on the left and a Toolbar to the right. These controls are used to configure the software and to tell
you what features are activated. At the top of the screen is the Editor Window. This is the area where text will
appear as you type it. Below the Editor Window is the Interface Window. This is where onscreen keyboards,
symbol screens, scanning arrays, and other configuration-specific graphics will appear. By loading new
configurations into the application, you can completely change the appearance and functionality of the
Interface Window. The menus, toolbar buttons, and Editor Window appear the same, regardless of the
current configuration.
Editor
Window
Interface
Window
Menu Bar
Toolbar
Keyboard
Figure 6: Palmtop (with a configuration loaded)
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2.3. About Windows Mobile
The Palmtop software runs on a portable computer that uses the Microsoft Windows Mobile operating
system. Windows Mobile is designed to resemble Windows (see Figure 7). When Palmtop is not running, a
taskbar along the top of the screen provides access to all the programs on the device. Select the Start
button to reveal a pop-up menu of options. You can start the Palmtop software by using the Start button, or
simply selecting the "Tap here for Palmtop Impact" text that appears on the “Today” screen. This guide
assumes that you have some experience using Windows or Windows Mobile and are comfortable with
concepts such as navigating menus, clicking (selecting), and double-clicking (double-selecting). Note that if
you are running in "Dedicated Device" mode or if you are using a Impact-D device, you will not have access
to the Windows Mobile desktop.
Windows Mobile is designed to run on portable computers with less powerful microprocessors and less
memory than desktop or laptop computers. Some of the more sophisticated Windows features are absent
from Windows Mobile, but the basic functionality remains the same. One important addition to Windows
Mobile is its "instant on" capability - the desktop appears as soon as the portable computer is turned on, and
there is no need to close applications before you turn the computer off.
Another major distinction is that instead of using a mouse, the computer has a built-in touchscreen. To
perform the equivalent of a "click" in Windows Mobile, you can select the screen at the desired location
either with a finger or with the stylus included with the device (see Figure 3).
Warning: Never use a sharp metal object such as a pen or paper clip for selecting, as it will
damage the screen.
Start Menu
Navigation Bar
Link to Software
Command Bar
Figure 7: The Windows Mobile Desktop
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2.4. About the Dell Axim Portable Computer
The Palmtop software is currently being shipped on the Dell Axim PocketPC. This computer provides an
excellent display and a fast microprocessor. If you cannot find the information you need regarding operation
of your Dell Axim in this guide, please refer to the Dell Getting Started CD-ROM.
Your Palmtop computer is encased in a rubberized speaker case called "body armor." This case includes an
integrated speaker that will provide loud, clear audio. In addition, the body armor contains a lithium-ion
battery that will power the speaker and increase the battery life of the Axim. By covering the edges and
corners of the device, the body armor also provides some protection against minor bumps and drops. For
more details on the body armor, see section 3.3.
2.5. Care and Maintenance
Your Palmtop device is intended for use in normal communication situations. Your device is not waterproof,
so use extreme caution when using it around water. As with most electronic devices, you should never use
your Palmtop device when you are actually in the water (for example, a pool or bath).
If you wish to clean the plastic and glass portions of your device, use a cloth dampened with water or diluted
window cleaning fluid. Do not spray or splash liquid directly on the device. For additional cleaning power,
moisten a clean cloth in a mixture of one part water and one part vinegar.
When you are charging your Palmtop device, use only the AC charger that came with device (see Figure 5).
If you discard all or part of your device, dispose of all electronic components according to local regulations.
Replacement and repair of the electronic components of your device should only be done by qualified
service personnel. Contact DynaVox or your local distributor for instructions on how to get your Palmtop
device repaired.
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Section 3: Using Palmtop Impact
3.1. Turning Your Device On and Off
The power button is located on the front face of the device, in the center of the top (see Figure 1). You will
notice that the device comes on almost instantly when you press the button. You never need to wait for the
computer to "boot up" as you do with a typical desktop or laptop computer. Just turn it on and it is ready to
use.
To turn the computer off, press the power button again. You can turn the computer off and on again and your
programs will be running just as you left them. There is no need to shut down any of the programs.
3.2. Charging the Batteries
Your Palmtop device uses two Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries to provide a full day of communication on a
single charge. At the end of each day, the device should be plugged in to ensure that the batteries are fully
recharged for the next day. A complete recharge takes about four hours. You can safely leave the device
plugged in when it is not in use. To recharge the batteries, connect the adapter connector to the AC adapter
cable (see Figure 5), and then plug the adapter connector to the sync cable connector on the left side of the
Palmtop device (see Figure 3). Then connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet. When the batteries are
charging, the power button on the Axim will glow orange (see Figure 1). When the power button is glowing
green, then the batteries have a full charge.
3.3. Palmtop Body Armor
The body armor on your Palmtop device is a rubberized case that is designed to amplify and project your
speech, provide extra battery life for your Axim, and protect your device from minor bumps and drops.
The body armor is designed so that you should never have to remove the Axim. You can recharge the
device, connect the Palmtop device to a PC, and reset the Axim while the body armor is on.
Warning: The Palmtop device contains no user-serviceable parts. Never, under any
circumstances, remove the Axim from the body armor. Doing so for any reason will void the
warranty, and you will be responsible for the cost of any required repairs.
3.4. Starting Palmtop
To start the Palmtop software, select the “Tap here for Palmtop Impact” text that appears on the desktop.
If this text does not appear, open the Start menu, select Programs, and then choose Palmtop Impact.
When the program starts you will see a menu bar at the bottom left with a toolbar to the right of it. There will
be two empty windows above the menu bar. This is what the Palmtop software looks like when no
configuration is loaded. See section 3.5 for instructions on loading a configuration. It is recommended that
you always leave the Palmtop software running - even when you turn off your device. When you turn the
device back on, the program will still be running and you will not have manually launch it.
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3.5. Loading and Changing Configurations
The Palmtop software starts up with a blank screen. You can load any of the included configurations by
opening the File menu and choosing Standard Configs. This will display another menu from which you can
select the configuration you want to load. After you select a new configuration, a small dialog window will
show you the progress of the loading process. If the configuration uses character prediction, word prediction,
or disambiguation, loading may take a few moments. After the configuration has been loaded, the progress
window will disappear.
3.6. Basics of Communication
Every configuration is different in terms of how the buttons look, what characters, symbols and words are
available on the screen, and what actions are associated with each button. However, the configurations
share a set of common characteristics. The Palmtop software includes both symbol-based and text-based
configurations. Symbol-based configurations enable communication through visual association - buttons
contain pictures or symbols that represent specific words, phrases or functions. In text-based configurations,
every button is designed to produce a letter or word, or to perform a related function (like editing or speech
synthesis). Depending upon the desired input technique, the various configurations offer benefits designed to
assist in message production.
There are three basic forms of input: Touchscreen, Scanning, and Morse code. Touchscreen access refers to
selecting the buttons that appear on the screen with your finger or a stylus. Scanning is a special input
method that allows you to generate messages using only one or two switches. Morse code is an alternative
to scanning that allows you to use one, two, or three switches to communicate. The Palmtop software allows
you to use all of these input methods independently or simultaneously.
The Palmtop software has several features that help to speed up message production. The most powerful of
these is word prediction. The Palmtop software uses the Foresight prediction engine to display a list of
possible words as you type. As soon as the desired word appears in the prediction list, you can select it from
the list - there is no need to type in the rest of the word. The software will also automatically add spaces after
punctuation and automatically capitalize the first word of each sentence (if these features are enabled). In
addition, you can store abbreviations for words or phrases and recall them by typing the abbreviation
followed by a space or punctuation mark. All of these features can help improve the speed and accuracy of
what you say.
Speech synthesis can be used with any configuration to vocalize what you are typing. The Palmtop software
uses the high-quality Acapela and DECtalk software speech synthesizers. You can pick from a wide variety
of voices, adjust the volume, adjust the speaking rate, and determine whether to speak every character,
word or sentence (or all of them if you like). Selecting the Editor Window will speak all previously entered
text. Toolbar buttons and onscreen buttons allow you to speak text as well.
3.7. Stopping Palmtop
As mentioned before, it is recommended that you always leave the Palmtop software running - even when
you turn off your device. However, if you need to stop the program for some reason, you can open the File
menu and choose Exit. You will then be asked if you are sure that you want to exit the program. Select Yes
to close the software, or No will leave it running. If there is any unsaved text in the Editor Window, the
software will ask you if you want to save it before exiting.
If you are using a Medicare-approved Impact-D device, or if you are operating in "Dedicated Device" mode,
you will be unable to exit out of the Palmtop software.
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3.8. Adding Phrases to Standard Configurations
Many of the standard configurations include an onscreen button labeled "Phrases." Selecting this button will
display a phrase page. You can add your own words or phrases to the buttons on this page, or even add
more phrase pages and link to them with a navigation button. It is important to note that once you customize
a standard configuration, it becomes a new user configuration. Pick a new name for the configuration (like
"Jane's Alpha-List") when the program asks if you want to save your changes. This modified configuration
will now show up under File > User Configs, rather than under File > Standard Configs. To start editing,
select View > Go to Edit Mode. Once you are in Edit Mode, select a button twice quickly in succession to
edit its contents. For more information about editing a standard configuration, see section 5.3.
3.9. Modifying Symbol-Based Configurations
The Palmtop software includes several symbol-based configurations. Any of these configurations can be
used as the basis for a complete symbol-based communication system. This process will require adding
pages and modifying existing pages to include the desired vocabulary. To do this, start editing the symbolbased configuration that best suits the needs and abilities of the device user. When you save the edited
configuration for the first time, you will be prompted for a new name. Your new configuration will now show
up under File > User Configs. For instructions on editing an existing symbol configuration, see section 5.2.
3.10. Creating New Configurations
In addition to modifying existing configurations, you can create new symbol-based configurations from
scratch. Open the File menu and choose Configurations. This will display several options related to
creating, saving, and loading configurations. Select New Config from this menu and you will be asked for
the name of the new configuration and whether or not to use word prediction in conjunction with symbols.
Another dialog box will be displayed asking for the name of the first page of the configuration and the size of
the button grid (for example, 4x5 means four columns and five rows). You can now open the View menu and
select Go to Edit Mode. In Edit Mode, you will see a flashing red line around the Interface Window to
remind you that you are editing the configuration. Double-select any button to edit its contents. To return to
Run Mode and test your changes, open the View menu and choose Go to Run Mode. Do not forget to save
your changes often. For more details on creating and editing symbol configurations, see section 5.
3.11. Connecting to a PC
Your Palmtop device includes software called the PC Editor, that you can install on a Windows computer. By
connecting your Palmtop device to your PC, you can use the PC Editor software to:
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Perform a backup of your device
Transfer configurations between the PC Editor and the device
Transfer text files to the PC for printing
Install third-party software on the device
For complete instructions on setting up the PC Editor and connecting with your PC, see section 6.3.
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3.12. Importing an Image
Once you have installed the PC Editor software, you can use your own scanned images, images
downloaded from the Internet, images from the Windows clipboard, or homemade symbols on any button in
a configuration. This can be helpful for individuals that cannot make the connection between a cartoon
symbol and a concept or object. By providing an actual photograph, the user may be better able to select the
proper message. If you find that the symbol you need is not available within the Mayer-Johnson symbols,
you can create your own symbol using a graphics program on your PC, then import that image directly into
your configuration. For complete instructions on how to import images, see section 4.20.1.
3.13. Backing Up Your Device
Backing up your device is the best way to ensure that you can get back to where you were in the event that
something should happen to your device or to your files. There are two different kinds of backups, each of
which performs a unique function.
3.13.1. Palmtop Backup
As you use your Palmtop device to communicate, a number of custom files will be created on the device
memory card. These files include configurations that you have modified or created, sounds that you have
recorded, images that you have imported and abbreviations that you have added. Although a memory card
cannot "crash" like a disk drive can, it is possible to lose this information. It is therefore recommended that
you use the Palmtop backup utility to periodically archive your custom files.
To backup the data on your memory card, connect your device to your PC (as described in section 6.3).
Launch the PC Editor software on the PC, and select Tools > Transfer Utilities > Backup Device to PC.
You will be asked to name of the backup file that will store your custom data. We suggest using a name like
"Tom 030707" that includes the date. After you specify the name of the backup file, the PC Editor will begin
to transfer files from your Palmtop device to your PC. Once you begin a backup, it cannot be terminated.
Depending on how many custom files you have on your device, this process can take up to thirty minutes.
The backup file you created will be stored in the Backup folder of your PC Editor installation folder (typically
C:\Program Files\DynaVox Technologies\Palmtop Editor\). Make sure that this directory gets included if you
also backup your PC. When the backup to your PC is complete, you may disconnect your Palmtop device
from your PC.
To restore your custom files from a backup file, connect your Palmtop device to your PC. Launch the PC
Editor software on the PC, and select Tools > Transfer Utilities > Restore from Backup. You will be asked
to select an existing backup file. After you select a file, the PC Editor will begin to transfer files from the PC
to your Palmtop device. As with the backup, once the restore process has been started it cannot be stopped.
When the restore process from your PC is complete, you may disconnect your Palmtop device from your PC.
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Note: The restore process will overwrite any custom files that you already have on your device.
Be very sure that this is OK before you start to restore from a backup file.
It is strongly recommend that you back up your Palmtop device at least once a month.
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3.13.2. Configuration Backup
If you have been making a lot of changes to a configuration that is stored on your device, it might be prudent
to make a backup of that configuration in case something unforeseen happens on the device. The “Palmtop
backup“ will save your device setup information (and other important data), but it will not save the
configurations you have customized.
To backup your configurations, you must first connect your Palmtop device to a PC as described in section
6.3. After the device is connected, launch the PC Editor software on the PC, and select Tools > Transfer
Utilities > Transfer Files. The program will give you a list of all the user configurations currently on your
device. Select the ones you want to backup and click the Copy to PC button. The software will transfer the
configurations (as well as any custom sounds and images) to the PC. You now have a copy of the
configuration that can be exported to the device in the event that the original becomes corrupted or is
accidentally erased. See section 4.17 for more details on transferring configurations (and other files)
between your PC and your Palmtop device.
When the process is complete, you may disconnect your Palmtop device from your PC.
3.14. Dedicated Device Mode
In some cases, it is advantageous to restrict the user to only access the Palmtop software and not the other
software that comes with the device. This can be done by putting the Palmtop software into "Dedicated
Device" mode. To enable this mode, choose Tools > Options to bring up the Options dialog, select the
System tab, and check the Act like dedicated device box. If you are using a Medicare-compliant Palmtop
device, you will always be in Dedicated Device mode. For details on this special mode, refer to section 4.11.
3.15. Using Digitized Speech
For some individuals, recorded speech may be preferable to synthesized speech. Your Palmtop device is
capable of recording sound using the device's built-in microphone. For details on the process of recording
digital speech (or other sounds), see section 4.21. For information on how to assign a recorded sound to a
button, see section 4.19.7.
3.16. Setting up Scanning
Your Palmtop device provides several configurations that are designed specifically for scanning users. The
Scan, Scan-List, and Scan-Char configurations are designed to be efficient for scanning users, placing highprobability letters and punctuation in locations that accelerate message production.
3.16.1. What is Scanning?
Some Palmtop users require a scanning interface to make selections. Scanning allows individuals with
limited motor abilities to use a Palmtop device through one or more switches rather than using the
touchscreen. The user can activate a switch or switches to select the button group or individual button
highlighted on the Palmtop screen. All of the standard configurations provided with Palmtop allow for
scanning input. Palmtop supports three different methods of scanning. Each method allows for customization
of the features and options that control how the system performs.
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Single Switch (standard): Scanning will step through the rows at a constant rate until you activate
the switch. At that point, the system will step through the columns of the selected row until the switch
is activated to select an individual symbol, word or letter.
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Single Switch (inverse): Same as standard mode, except that instead of pushing the switch to
indicate a selection, scanning proceeds as long as the switch is held down. When you want to make
a selection, release the switch.
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Dual Switch: One switch is used to advance the highlight group and the other is used to select the
highlighted group.
3.16.2. Attaching the Switch Box
Individuals that will be using an external switch will also need to purchase an external switch box accessory.
The switch box is designed to connect up to five switches. The switch box attaches to the sync cable
connector on the left side of your Palmtop device (see Figure 3). The Palmtop device does not ship with a
serial cable. When you purchase a switch box from DynaVox, you should specify that it is for a Palmtop.
DynaVox will include a Palmtop serial cable with the switch box. Each port on the switch box supports a
single switch with a standard 1/8" connector.
3.16.3. Configuring the Scanning Options
The scanning options allow you to configure all of the parameters associated with your chosen method of
scanning. Open the Tools menu and choose Options to open the Options dialog. On the General tab, mark
the box next to Scanning, then select the Configure button to open the Scanning dialog.
The Method drop-down menu allows you to choose the scanning method. The Configure button allows you
to choose which physical switches perform what action. For standard single switch scanning, the Advance
switch specification is unavailable because the scanning advance is controlled by the delay times. For
inverse single switch scanning, the Select switch specification is unavailable because a selection is initiated
by the release of the advance switch. For dual switch scanning, you must select both the Advance and the
Select switches. If any of the external switches (Switch 1-5) are chosen, you will be required to select the
Serial port to which the switch box is connected. The default setting is COM 1, which corresponds to the
switch box attachment procedure described in section 3.16.2.
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Note: The four-directional "cursor" button at the bottom of the front face of your Palmtop device
(see Figure 1) can be used as a scanning switch.
The delay settings in the Scanning dialog control the amount of time that a group or item is highlighted
during single switch scanning. The First Group delay and the First Item delay control the delay after a group
or item selection. The Inter-Group delay and Inter-Item delay control the delays that occur while the highlight
box is moving through a series of groups or items. You can experiment with the settings until you find a set
that is comfortable.
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Figure 8: The Scanning Dialog
The Audio Feedback drop-down menu allows you to set your Palmtop device to provide you with either a
click or a spoken description for each group as it is highlighted.
There are also options that allow you to have the system unselect a group after a given number of scanning
cycles. This feature is often set to one or two cycles so that an incorrect group selection will be unselected
automatically in a reasonable amount of time. Likewise, the system can be set to pause scanning after
several cycles if no action is made. This feature allows you to eliminate the visual and/or audio distraction of
the scanning process when the system is not in use.
See section 4.7 for additional details on the scanning options.
3.17. Help for Users Who Have Trouble Selecting Buttons or
Keys
Some people who use the Palmtop device have trouble reliably selecting individual buttons or keys due to
tremors or lack of fine movement control. To assist these individuals, several different methods of "filtering"
user input are available, to make selections more reliable. The StickyKeys feature allows these users to
enter shifted characters by selecting the Shift key and then the character (rather than selecting them
simultaneously). The FilterKeys options help prevent these users from accidentally selecting the same button
twice (due to jitters or from holding the button down too long). They also help to prevent selections caused
by accidentally brushing the screen or keyboard while trying to select a button. To set up the Palmtop input
filtering methods, select Tools > Options in the menu bar, and then press the Input Filtering Configure
button. These features are described in detail in section 4.5.
Because the Palmtop is a relatively small device, individual onscreen buttons can be difficult to select or hard
to see - a user may end up selecting more than one button or accidentally selecting the wrong button. The
magnification feature makes it easier to see and select buttons. When this feature is enabled, the area
around the place where the user selects the screen will appear magnified. The user can then select the
desired button from this magnified region, or select outside of the region if they do not want to select any of
the magnified buttons. The size and magnification of the region can be tailored to fit the needs of the user. To
enable the magnification feature, select View > Zoom Mode in the menu bar or select Tools > Options and
select the Enabled check box under Magnification. Section 4.4.3 describes how to use the dialog to
configure magnification.
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3.18. Using a Keyboard
If you want to type on a keyboard to communicate, you can use any of the standard configurations provided
with your Palmtop device. If an onscreen keyboard includes a word prediction list with numbers next to the
words, you can select the words using number keys on the keyboard. If you want to type a number rather
than select a word from a prediction list, you will need to press the Ctrl key and then the number.
If you are a keyboard user, you can also take advantage of several keyboard shortcuts that allow you to
control your Palmtop device. Access these shortcuts by pressing the Ctrl key on the keyboard, followed by
the shortcut key. You can either press the two keys sequentially, or at the same time. Most of these shortcuts
can also be assigned to individual onscreen buttons for non-keyboard users (see section 7.1). A complete list
of shortcuts can be found in section 7.2.
A keyboard can also be used to select specific buttons on the screen using simple letter-number sequences
to specify the column-row of the button you want to select. For example, to select a button in the third
column and second row of a phrase page, you would type "C2" (since "C" is the third letter of the alphabet).
When a keyboard page is open, you will need to use the special "N1" and "N2" shortcuts to access the two
navigation buttons (since the keyboards are not perfect row-column grids). When an options page is open,
use shortcuts like "O6" to select the sixth button on the page (ordering left-to-right and top-to-bottom). We
call this "Battleship Selection.” Battleship selection can be particularly useful if you generally type all of your
messages, but would also like quick access to pre-programmed phrases. Abbreviation expansion must be
turned on for this type of keyboard selection.
3.19. Using Online Help
Your Palmtop device comes with an online help system to aid in solving problems and to explain the use of
key features. Although it is not as comprehensive as this User's Guide, online help can be useful when the
User's Guide is not at hand. Online help is accessed by selecting View > Help Topics from the menu bar.
3.20. Using a Bluetooth Keyboard
Your Palmtop device can receive data from a Bluetooth (wireless) keyboard. In order to properly use a
Bluetooth keyboard, you must first create a “pairing” between the keyboard and your Palmtop device. Then,
when both devices are turned on and within 30 feet of each other, the Palmtop device will automatically
receive transmissions from the Bluetooth keyboard.
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Note: These instructions assume that you are connecting the recommended Bluetooth keyboard
(Think Outside, model # XTBT01). Some of these steps may be slightly different when
connecting to other brands of keyboards.
To create a connection between your Palmtop device and the recommended Bluetooth keyboard, follow
these steps:
1. Make sure that the keyboard is turned on and within 30 feet of the Palmtop device.
2. From the Tools menu of the Palmtop software, select Options > System > Setting dialogs >
Bluetooth.
3. Check the Turn on Bluetooth box.
4. On the Bluetooth keyboard, press and hold Ctrl + Fn (Blue) + Fn (Green) until the green light starts
flashing on the keyboard.
5. On the Palmtop device, select the Devices tab then select New Partnership.
6. Select Think Outside Keyboard from the list and then select Next.
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7. Enter a passkey using the onscreen keyboard and then select Next.
8. The green light should have stopped flashing on the keyboard and there should be a spinning icon
on the Palmtop device indicating it is waiting. On the keyboard, type the same passkey you entered
in the last step, using the keyboard, then hit the Enter key.
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Note: On the Bluetooth keyboard, you need to hold the blue Fn key to type numbers.
9. On the Palmtop device, check the Input Device box and select Finish.
10. The name of the keyboard should appear under "New Partnership" in the list on the device.
Select OK.
After creating a connection, the keyboard should start working with the device immediately. The device and
the keyboard will both turn off automatically if they are not used for some period of time.
To start using the keyboard with the device again, follow these steps:
1. Turn the Palmtop device on.
2. Open the keyboard (if it is folded).
3. Select any of the keys once. Wait for about 5 seconds and the green light on the keyboard will start
flashing slowly. It is now ready for use.
3.21. Resetting the Device
If your device is not working properly, you may consider performing a soft reset, or in extreme situations, a
hard reset on your device.
3.21.1. Performing a Soft Reset
To perform a soft reset, use the stylus to press the Reset button on the bottom of the Palmtop device (see
Figure 4).
When you perform a soft reset, the Dell splashscreen and the Windows Mobile splashscreen will appear
briefly. When the “Today” screen appears again (see Figure 7), you can launch the Palmtop software by
selecting the “Tap here for Palmtop Impact” text. Once the software is launched, you will have to open a
config by using either of the File > Standard Configs or the File > User Configs menu options.
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3.21.2. Performing a Hard Reset
Warning: Performing a hard reset will cause the Palmtop software to be uninstalled and the
settings in the Tools > Options dialog of the software will be reset to factory defaults. Do not
perform a hard reset unless it is absolutely necessary.
To perform a hard reset, follow these steps:
1. Hold down the power button on the front of the Palmtop device (see Figure 1).
2. While holding the power button down, use the stylus to press the Reset button on the bottom of the
Palmtop device (see Figure 4).
3. The device will display a prompt, asking you to press one of the buttons below the touchscreen.
Press the Contacts hardware button, which is the second button from the left (see Figure 1). The
Dell splashscreen and the Windows Mobile splashscreen will appear briefly.
4. When prompted by Windows Mobile, select the touchscreen.
5. Follow the onscreen prompts and use the stylus to align (calibrate) the touchscreen (you may have
to do this more than once).
6. Use the drop-down menu to select your time zone. Select Next when finished.
7. Select Next to continue.
8. Go through the “pop-up menus” example of cutting and pasting. Select Next to continue.
9. When given the opportunity to set up a password, select Skip to continue.
10. Select the touchscreen.
11. Two screens will prompt you to answer Yes or No at the bottom of the touchscreen. On each of
these screens, select Yes.
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Note: You must select Yes within 30 seconds of the screens appearing.
12. When you see the prompt “DVXcert.cab was successfully installed on your device,” select the OK
button in the top right corner. The Palmtop Impact software will reboot. Please be patient, as this
takes a few minutes. The Dell and Windows Mobile splashscreens will appear again briefly.
When the “Today” screen appears again, you can launch the Palmtop software by selecting the “Tap here
for Palmtop Impact” text. Once the software is launched, you will have to open a config by using either of
the File > Standard Configs or the File > User Configs menu options.
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Section 4: Palmtop Impact Software
4.1. Menus
The menus listed in the menu bar at the bottom of the Palmtop window (see Figure 6) allow you to select
which configuration will be used, which augmentative options are enabled, how and when to speak
messages, and how a wide variety of other options perform. Some of these features are accessed directly
through the menus, while others are accessed through popup dialog boxes called up by menu items.
Many of the menu items can also be accessed through a series of Options pages that are integrated into the
configurations themselves. The Options pages consist of grids of buttons - just like a normal Palmtop page.
This means that you can access the individual options using the touchscreen or through scanning. See
section 7.31 for additional details on Options pages.
4.1.1. File Menu
The File menu allows you to load standard and user-modified configurations into your Palmtop device. It also
lets you store and load text files, create new configurations, and recall recently loaded files and
configurations.
The easiest way to load a configuration is to use either the Standard Configs or the User Configs menu
option:
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Selecting File > Standard Configs opens a list of the standard configurations on the device. The
standard configurations are a great place to start when designing your own configurations. (After you
have personalized a standard configuration with your custom phrase or symbol pages, it can be
loaded from the User Configs menu option.)
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Selecting File > User Configs opens a list of all the user-generated configurations that are stored on
the device. As you create new configurations, they will automatically show up in this menu.
Whenever you change one of your customized configurations, a backup will be automatically stored
in a safe location. To recover a configuration, use the Load Config option (described below). The
Palmtop software also stores a special copy of your most recently saved configuration in a file called
"Safe_<time>_backup" (where <time> is the month, day, hour, and minute when the configuration
was saved), which is only accessible using the Load Config menu item.
The name of the configuration that is currently loaded will appear with a check next to it in the list. To load a
configuration, select its name in the list.
The Text Files menu item provides the New Text, Open Text, Save Text, and Save Text As options for
creating, loading, and saving text files. You can create text files using your Palmtop device by typing text into
the Editor Window. The contents of the Editor Window can be stored to a file using Save Text and Save Text
As. If you select Save and have not previously saved the contents of the Editor Window, you will be
prompted to enter a filename where the text will be stored. Type in the filename and select OK to save to the
file. (If you do not specify a three-letter file extension the software will add ".txt" to the end of the filename
you enter.)
Loading text files for speaking or editing is accomplished using the Open menu item. All of the text files
available for loading will be shown in a file selection dialog - highlight the text file that you want to load and
select OK.
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The Configurations menu item brings up a menu that has options for creating a new configuration (New
Config), loading a user-generated configuration (Load Config), unloading the current configuration (Unload
Config), saving the current configuration (Save Config), or saving the current configuration with a new name
(Save Config As). Similar to text files, configurations can be loaded, edited and saved. You can read more
about editing configurations in section 5. If you want to recover a previous version of a user configuration,
use the Load Config option to look for a config with "_backup" appended onto the end of its name. After you
load a backup configuration, you should immediately use Save Config As to rename it (making sure to
delete the "_backup" part of the name). The Print Selected Pages and Print All Pages menu items allow you
to print your configuration (one page on each sheet of paper). If you select Print Selected Pages, you will
be offered a chance to select individual pages for printing. Note that the Print menu items are only available
on the PC Editor, not on the Palmtop device itself.
The final item listed in the File menu is Exit. Selecting this will cause the Palmtop software to shut down.
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Note: You will not be able to exit the program if it is in Dedicated Device mode, or if you have an
Impact-D device.
4.1.2. View Menu
The View menu lets you alter the general appearance and layout of the Palmtop window itself - not the
configuration that is running in the window.
The first item in the View menu is used to toggle between two different modes of operation called Run Mode
and Edit Mode:
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Run Mode is used when you are using Palmtop as a communication device.
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Edit Mode is used when you want to change the appearance or behavior of particular buttons or
pages.
For more information on the two modes, see section 5. When you are in Run Mode, the menu item says Go
to Edit Mode, allowing you to switch the mode. Likewise, when you are in Edit Mode, the menu item says Go
to Run Mode.
The second menu item is used to lock or unlock the current configuration. Locking a configuration keeps a
user from changing the operation or appearance of the buttons. If the configuration is currently unlocked, the
menu item says Lock Config. If it is currently locked, the menu item says Unlock Config. For more
information on locking and unlocking configurations, see section 5.7.
The Page Editing menu item will display a sub-menu of commands related to creating and modifying pages
within a configuration. This option is only available when you are in Edit Mode. See section 4.1.2.1 for a full
description of the Page Editing menu.
If you have trouble seeing the individual buttons on the screen, the zoom mode can help you by magnifying
the part of the screen that you are interested in. You can turn zoom mode on and off by choosing the Zoom
Mode menu item. Details of magnification are provided in section 4.4.3.
For some configurations, you may not want to have a visible Editor Window. You can toggle the display of
this window by selecting the Main Editor menu item. Even when the Editor Window is not showing, the
message you produce will still be entered into the Editor Window - it just will not be visible until the Editor
Window is displayed again.
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The Editor Window can operate in two different modes. With Horizontal Editor turned off, text that is
displayed in the Editor Window will fill it from left to right until it reaches the right edge. When there are too
many characters to fit on a single line (at the current font size), text will start appearing on the next line and if
necessary, the text will scroll up. The scroll bar on the right can be used to scroll up and down to see any
line of text. If the Edit Window height is small and the font is large, the text will seem to disappear as it
scrolls up and out of view. Horizontal editor scrolling can be turned on by selecting the Horizontal Editor
menu item. In this mode, text will fill the Editor Window from the left to right as before. When text reaches the
right side of the Editor Window, all of the text will begin to scroll horizontally to the left. This mode will allow
you to always see the last few words in the Editor Window, but will not allow you to see any text that has
scrolled out of the Editor Window.
If you find that the menus and toolbar are taking up too much screen space, or if you want to prevent a user
from accessing these controls, you can hide them by selecting the Full Screen menu item. When you select
this option, you will see a dialog box telling you how to exit Full Screen mode, then the menus and toolbar
will disappear.
To exit Full Screen mode, press the Inbox hardware button on the front face of the Axim (second button from
the right; it has a picture of an envelope) twice in quick succession. If you are in Dedicated Device mode
(see section 4.8), you will be given the option to specify a Full Screen password. You might want to specify a
password if you are using Full Screen mode to prevent the user from accessing menus (either deliberately or
accidentally). This password will be required to exit the mode. If you forget your password, use the
emergency password "bosco" to exit.
If you want to clear the Editor Window of any text, you can choose the Clear Editor menu item. This does
the same thing as opening the File menu and choosing New except that it will not ask you if you want to
save the text to a file. This function can also be accessed through a toolbar button and through any clear
buttons in the current configuration.
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Note: Although the Clear Editor command does not prompt you to save your text in a file, an
Undo button can be used to undo a Clear Editor action - allowing you to retrieve your text if you
accidentally cleared the Editor WIndow of text you wanted to save.
If you want to copy the contents of the Editor Window to another application, first choose the Copy Editor
menu item. This will copy the editor text into the clipboard. You can now paste the text into another
application using the Paste command (or keyboard shortcut) within that application.
When the Palmtop software is running, you will not have access to the Windows Mobile Start menu (the
menu that lists the applications on the device). To access the Start menu, select View > Hide Program from
the menu bar. After you do this, the software will disappear and you will see the "Today" screen of Windows
Mobile. You can now select whatever application you want using the Start menu. When you are ready to
return to the Palmtop software, select Start > Programs > Palmtop Impact.
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Note: The Hide Program option is not available when the Palmtop software is operating in
Dedicated Device mode.
To access the online help, select Help Topics. For information on the configuration that is currently loaded
into the software, select About Config. To get information about the Impact software, including the version
number and product ID, select About IMPACT.
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4.1.2.1. Page Editing
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Note: The Page Editing sub-menu is only available when the device is in Edit Mode.
After the device is in the Edit Mode, open the View menu and choose Page Editing to see the Page Editing
options. The Go to Page menu item will display a dialog box that allows you to pick the page you want to
display from a list of all the pages in the configuration. Select the page you want and then select OK. The
Add Page menu item will display a dialog box that allows you to enter the name of the new page and (in
some cases) select what type of page you want to add (symbol or phrase). After adding a page, the new
page will be displayed. The Delete Page menu item will delete the page that is currently displayed.
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Note: The keyboard pages that come with the standard configurations are locked and cannot be
deleted.
The Duplicate Page menu item will create a new page with all of the same buttons as the current page. You
will be asked to supply the name of the new page. This feature is handy when you are building symbol
configurations where you would like the same buttons to be displayed on every page. Create a page with the
buttons that will be on every page, and duplicate that page as many times as you would like. Then go back
to each page and fill in the remaining buttons.
The Rename Page menu item displays a dialog box that asks for a new name for the current page. The Set
Home Page menu item enables you to set which page will be displayed when the current configuration is
first loaded. You can clear all the buttons on a page (make them blank) by selecting Clear Page. You will
have to confirm your choice before the buttons are actually cleared.
Your Palmtop device allows you to export and import individual pages and customized keyboards using the
Import Pages, Export Pages, Import Keyboard, and Export Keyboard commands. For details on these
processes, see sections 5.5 and 5.6.
4.1.3. Tools Menu
The Tools menu is used to access options that allow you to configure your Palmtop device.
You can edit the abbreviations or add your own using the Abbreviation dialog (see section 4.13). To open this
dialog, select Tools > Abbreviation Editor. Similarly, to edit the dictionary used for word prediction, open
the Dictionary dialog (see section 4.12) by selecting Tools > Dictionary Editor. To change the way a word
is pronounced by the speech synthesizer, select Tools > Pronunciation Editor menu item, and the
Pronunciation dialog will be displayed (see section 4.14).
The items in the File Utilities sub-menu allows you to delete and rename the custom files on your device,
automatically delete unused files, and pack (and unpack) configurations for archiving, sending to another
person, or posting on a website.
The System Utilities item allows you to reset default options and files, save and load user profiles, and
manage software upgrades.
On the PC Editor (only), the Transfer Utilities sub-menu is used to transfer custom files between your PC
and your Palmtop device and to backup (and restore) your device.
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Using the Logging sub-menu, you can configure electronic recording of message production (see section
4.1.3.6).
Finally, to access generic options such as input techniques and speech synthesis parameters, open the
Options dialog by selecting Options.
4.1.3.1. File Utilities Menu
This menu allows you to manipulate custom files on your device and PC. The Manage Files option will open
the Manage File dialog (see section 4.15), which allows you to delete and rename the custom files that your
Palmtop device uses (such as user configurations, sounds files, and text files).
4.1.3.2. Cleanup Unused Files
Using the PC Editor, you can import custom images and sounds into a configuration and then load the
configuration onto your Palmtop device. If you imported such a multimedia file in the past and do not use it
anymore, it will take up valuable storage space on your device. Select the Cleanup Unused Files menu
option to permanently delete any unused images and sounds that you have imported. Multimedia files that
are used by any custom configuration on the device will not be deleted. Standard Mayer-Johnson symbols
will not be deleted. Please be patient - the cleanup process may take several minutes.
4.1.3.3. Packing and Unpacking Configurations
The packing function available in the Palmtop software allows you to combine an entire configuration and all
of its components into one "packed" file for easy sharing or backup to your desktop PC or other storage
media (floppy disk, CD, Zip disk, USB storage device, etc.). The Pack Config menu item lets you pick one of
the user configurations on your device or PC Editor, and then packs all of its components (custom sounds
and images) into a single file.
Packed files are placed into the Temp folder located in the same folder as the Palmtop program. If you pack
a configuration on your Palmtop device, it will be located in the \SD Card\My Documents\Impact\Temp folder.
If you pack a configuration on your PC Editor software, it will be located in the C:\Program Files\DynaVox
Technologies\Palmtop Editor\Temp folder.
After it is packed in a single file, the configuration can easily be copied to your desktop computer (see
section 4.17), stored on a USB storage device or CD for backup, or emailed to a friend.
The Unpack Config function allows you to unpack a packed configuration for use on your Palmtop device or
your desktop PC Editor. After selecting this item, you will be asked to choose one of the packed files found
on your device or computer. This file will then be unpacked and put into your User Configs list for easy
access. Remember that if you unpack a file with your PC Editor, the configuration will only be on your PC not on your device (and vice versa if you unpack on your device). You can use the Transfer Files command
to transfer configurations between your PC and the device after they have been unpacked.
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4.1.3.4. System Utilities Menu
This menu allows you to restore default options and default user files (abbreviations, dictionary, and
pronunciation exceptions), save user profiles, and manage software upgrades. To open the menu, select
Tools > System Utilities.
The Reset User Files option replaces all of the customized user files with the defaults that were initially
shipped with your device. Abbreviation tables, pronunciation exceptions, and your personal word list will all
be replaced by the defaults.
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Note: You can only restore the default user files when there is no configuration loaded.
Restoring defaults permanently removes all of the customized user data. Do not select this
option unless you want to delete all of the entries in the abbreviation table, the pronunciation
exception list, and any words you added to the dictionary.
The Reset Options menu item resets all of the options (for example, speaking voice, scanning rate, and
prediction database) to their factory defaults. This is particularly useful if you have inadvertently changed
some Palmtop options and cannot recover from these changes.
You can save and restore system settings (user files and options) using the Save Profile and Load Profile
options (see section 4.16). This is particularly useful if several people are using the same Palmtop device
(or PC Editor). If DynaVox release an Impact software upgrade, you can use the Prepare for Upgrade and
Complete Upgrade menu items to update your device software. Refer to section 4.1.3.4.1 for more
information.
4.1.3.4.1. Upgrading the Software
To prepare your Palmtop device for a software upgrade, select Tools > System Utilities > Prepare for
Upgrade.
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Note: This option ensures that all of your personal settings and configurations are saved during
the upgrade procedure.
Once it is prepared, your system can be upgraded by choosing Complete Upgrade. Specific instructions for
upgrading your machine should be included with the Upgrade Package. See the Upgrade Package you
received with your new memory card for additional details.
4.1.3.4.2. Update Product Key (PC Demo Only)
Speech synthesis in the PC Demo version of the Palmtop software is disabled 90 days after it is installed on
your desktop or laptop machine. Only speech will be disabled - everything else will work normally. When
your 90 days runs out, a message will pop up to notify you. Under special circumstances, DynaVox may
supply you with a new product key to extend your PC Demo. If you receive such a key, select the Update
Product Key menu item and enter the key in the dialog that appears. Exact capitalization and hyphenation
are important.
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4.1.3.5. Transfer Utilities Menu (PC Editor Only)
If you are working from the PC Editor, you can transfer custom files between your Palmtop device and your
PC using the items in this menu. To transfer individual files and sets of files, use the Transfer Files menu
item (see section 4.17). To backup and restore all the custom files on your Palmtop device, use the Backup
Device to PC and Restore from Backup options (see section 3.13.2).
4.1.3.6. Logging Menu
If used properly and with appropriate safeguards, electronic recording of augmentative communication can
provide a wealth of clinical and research data. This is called "logging," and the resulting files are called
"logfiles." Palmtop is the first commercial product to support the logging standard being proposed by the
Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Communication Enhancement (the AAC-RERC). The AACRERC is funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), an office of the
U.S. Department of Education. Most of the major AAC manufacturers have agreed to adopt this logging
standard. See www.dynavoxtech.com/about/logfile.aspx or www.dynavoxtech.com/about/logfileappendix.aspx
for a thorough description of the standard.
Logging is intended solely for clinical and research purposes. However, the potential for misuse (by
clinicians, researchers, family members, or anyone else) is extremely serious. Be aware that there are
ethical and legal issues associated with the use of logging. DynaVox is working with augmented
communicators, clinicians, researchers, and other manufacturers to help establish a set of protocols to
protect user privacy.
To help prevent misuse, your Palmtop device supports several different forms of logfile encryption. When
encryption is enabled, logfile content can only be read using a standards-compliant logfile analysis program.
An additional level of security is provided by an optional password. it is recommended that you encrypt
logfiles whenever possible.
The logging options are accessed through the Tools > Logging menu. After logging has been configured
using the Logging Setup dialog (see section 4.18), you can pause logging at any time by selecting Tools >
Logging > Pause Logging. Resume logging by selecting Tools > Logging > Resume Logging. To stop
logging, select Tools > Logging > Stop Logging.
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Note: After you stop logging, you will not be able to restart logging to the same file. You will need
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4.2. Toolbars
The toolbar to the right of the menu bar provides a quick way to access some of the more common menu
items, as well as providing additional functionality.
4.2.1. Run Mode (Normal) Toolbar
When the device is in Run Mode (when not editing a configuration) you will see the Normal toolbar. The first
button allows you to change the font size. The Clear Editor button clears text out of the Editor Window. To
stop speech while still speaking, select the third button.
When activity logging is enabled (section 4.1.3.6), the Logging indicator icon will appear to the right of the
toolbar buttons to let you know that your communication is being recorded. This indicator will change when
logging is paused (but still enabled) - the green arrow will change to a red equals sign.
Font Size
Clear Editor
Stop Speaking
Figure 9: The Run Mode Toolbar
4.2.2. Edit Mode Toolbar
When the device is is Edit Mode and you are editing a configuration, the Editing toolbar will be displayed.
The Page Control drop-down menu allows you to change the page that is currently being edited. The Add
Page button will open the Add Page dialog.
Page Control
Add Page
Figure 10: The Edit Mode Toolbar
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4.3. Editor Window
The Editor Window displays the text that you have entered to communicate. You can hide the window by
selecting View > Main Editor. Even when the Editor Window is not showing, the message you produce will
still be entered into the window - it just will not be visible until the Editor Window is displayed again.
The Editor Window can operate in two different scrolling modes - Vertical and Horizontal:
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When you choose View > Vertical Editor, text will fill the Editor Window from left to right until it
reaches the right edge. When there are too many characters to fit on a single line, text will start
appearing on the next line and if necessary, the text will scroll up. The scroll bar on the right can be
used to scroll up and down to see any line of text. If the Editor Window height is small and the font is
large, the text will seem to disappear as it scrolls up and out of view.
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When you choose View > Horizontal Editor, text will fill the Editor Window from left to right. When
the text reaches the right edge, all of the text will begin to scroll horizontally to the left. This mode will
allow you to always see the last few words in the Editor Window, but will not allow you to see any
text that has scrolled out of the Editor Window.
The size of the text that appears in the Editor Window can be changed using the Font Size toolbar button.
Selecting anywhere in the Editor Window (except the scroll bar) will cause your Palmtop device to speak the
entire contents of the Editor Window. A second selection will stop the speech.
When you are editing a configuration, you can make the Editor Window taller or shorter by selecting on the
horizontal "splitter bar" right below the Editor Window and dragging your selection up or down on the screen.
When the Editor Window is the right size, release your selection. There may be a slight delay before the
Editor Window actually resizes itself. Make sure that you save your configuration afterwards (using File >
Save Config) so that your Palmtop device will remember your change.
4.4. Options Dialog: General Tab
The General Options dialog is used to set up the input method, select methods of automatically formatting
text, and tell the system how to magnify the screen. To open this dialog, select Tools > Options in the menu
bar. The General tab will be displayed by default.
Figure 11: The Options Dialog, General Tab
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4.4.1. General Options: Input Section
Your Palmtop device supports multiple selection methods for most of the standard configurations. You can
change and configure the current selection method using the controls in the Input section. Checking the
Touchscreen box will enable direct selection. Checking the Scanning box will enable scanning. Checking
the Morse box will enable Morse code input, provided that the current configuration supports it.
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Note: It is possible to use both scanning and direct selection at the same time, but it is not
recommended. If you use the scanning input method, it is recommended that you disable
touchscreen input by unchecking the Touchscreen box.
After you have selected an input method, you can refine that method by selecting the Configure button to
the right of the corresponding check box.
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For touchscreen input, the Touchscreen dialog opens. This dialog has controls to set the
touchscreen Mode and the Focus Details. See section 4.5 for details.
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For scanning input, the Scanning dialog will pop up and provide four sections: Method, Delays,
Miscellaneous, and Audio Feedback. You can use these controls to tailor the scanning interface to
your needs. See section 4.7 for details.
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For Morse code input, the Morse dialog opens. See section 4.8 for details.
There is an additional Configure button for setting up input filtering. The Input Filter dialog has four sections:
Filtering, RepeatKeys, SlowKeys, and BounceKeys. The controls in these sections can be used to filter out
unwanted inputs to make keyboard and touchscreen selection easier. See section 4.6 for details.
4.4.2. General Options: Auto Format Section
The spacing between words, symbols, and punctuation marks is very predictable in typed English. For
example, after a comma there is generally a single space before the start of the next word. After a period,
however, there are usually two spaces before the next sentence starts. If you enable auto-spacing, the
Palmtop software will insert the correct number of spaces after punctuation marks. It knows about special
cases like "Mr. Rogers" and "8.32," where the period should not be followed by two spaces. To enable
automatic spacing, check the Auto-spacing box.
Capitalization in English is also very predictable. If you check the Auto-capitalization box, your Palmtop
device will automatically capitalize the first word in each sentence for you. As with auto-spacing, the system
knows about common special cases like "www.dynavoxtech.com,” so you do not have to worry about autocapitalization mistakes. In those rare cases where the software capitalizes a letter that you wanted to remain
lowercase, select the Undo button or backspace over it and retype the letter - the lowercase version will
appear.
Your Palmtop device can be configured to expand abbreviations after a space (or any other character that
ends a word, such as a comma or period) by checking the Abbreviations box. For details on how to define
your own abbreviations, see the description of the Abbreviation Editor dialog in section 4.13.
By default, Palmtop will only clear the Editor Window when you tell it to do so. If you check the Auto-clear
box, however, the system will automatically clear the Editor Window whenever you enter new text
immediately after having spoken a previous message. With this option enabled, if you select a button with
the message "My name is Joey," and then select a button with the message of "How are you?," the first
message will disappear, to be replaced by the second message.
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4.4.3. General Options: Magnification Section
If you have trouble seeing or selecting the individual characters or words on the device screen, you can
enable magnification. Magnification enlarges the part of the screen that currently has focus. For scanning
systems, this means that the currently highlighted group or character is automatically magnified. For
onscreen keyboards using direct selection, you first select a focus area by selecting the screen near the key
you want to select. The focus area will be magnified, at which time you can select the magnified elements
inside the magnifier window. You turn magnification on and off using the Enabled box in the Magnification
section of the General Options dialog (or by selecting View > Zoom Mode).
You can change the positioning of the magnified screen area using the Location drop-down menu. By
default, the magnified area will appear in the center of the Palmtop display (Center in Window). You might
prefer to have the area appear directly over the focus area (Center on Selection), especially when using
direct selection. The level of magnification is set using the Power control. If this control is set to 3, for
example, everything in the magnified display will be three times as large as usual. You can set the actual
size of the display area to be magnified using the Width and Height controls. Use these in conjunction with
the Power control to make the magnification area suit your needs. The width and height are given in pixels.
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Note: Magnification will only work with scanning if the Linear scanning option is set (see section
4.7). Magnification width and height values are ignored during scanning.
4.5. Input Configuration: Touchscreen Dialog
Palmtop provides several modes of touchscreen input: Select on Push, Select on Release, and Dwell. To
choose a mode, select Tools > Options, then select Configure next to the Touchscreen check box.
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In Select on Push mode, the button will be selected when you first touch the button. The button will
not go back to its normal appearance until you release the button.
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In Select on Release mode, you can touch anywhere on the screen and drag your finger (or stylus)
around until you are on the button you want. A "focus" indication box is drawn around each button as
you drag your finger over it. This focus box shows you which button will be selected when you
release. Releasing on a button will select it.
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In Dwell mode, a button is not selected until you have held your finger (or stylus) on it for a certain
period of time. You can set the dwell time using the numeric control in the dialog. As with Select on
Release, a focus indication box is drawn around the button you are currently touching.
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Note: The Dwell mode allows for dwell selection in the configuration window and in the Editor
Window, but does not allow for menu and toolbar selections.
When using Select on Release or Dwell mode, a focus indication box will highlight the active button. If Invert
Colors is checked, the focus will be indicated by inverting the color of the active button. If Invert Colors is not
checked, focus will be indicated by a rectangular frame around the active button. The Set Color button in the
Focus Details section allows you to set the color of the frame. If the Dwell Click check box is checked, a
"click" sound will occur whenever a button is chosen using Dwell selection.
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Note: The visual settings for the focus indication box (color, inverse coloring, etc.) apply to all
alternative touchscreen modes, including scanning, whether they are set here or in the scanning
dialog. If you are using scanning, make sure your touchscreen selection method is set to Select
on Push or the scanning focus might not display correctly.
For users with vision or literacy problems, the Audio Preview feature can be useful when used in conjunction
with Select on Release or Dwell modes. When this feature is enabled, you can hear an audio preview of a
button without actually selecting the button. The system will speak the label of the button after having the
focus for an amount of time equal to half of the dwell time. This is true even when using Select on Release
mode (which does not actually use the dwell time for selection).
Figure 12: The Touchscreen Dialog
Because the synthetic voice used for audio preview is meant only for you, it is called the "private voice.” You
can set the private voice in the Speech tab of the Options dialog (see section 4.9). By making your private
voice sound different than your "public voice," it will be easier for you (and your conversation partners) to
distinguish between audio previews and what you are actually trying to say.
By default, if you select the Editor Window, your Palmtop device will speak its contents. If the system is
already speaking when you select the Editor Window, your device will stop speaking. This behavior can be
disabled by unchecking the Tap Editor to Speak box. When this button is unchecked, tapping the Editor
Window will have no effect on the system.
4.6. General Options: Input Filtering
Selecting the correct onscreen button or keyboard key can be difficult for some individuals due to tremors or
limited fine motor control. This dialog has controls that will configure the touchscreen to filter out unwanted
inputs.
If you want to select items using the touchscreen, you must first check the Touchscreen box in the Input
section of the General Options dialog. You can then tailor the input filtering by pressing the Input Filtering
Configure button.
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Figure 13: The Input Filter Dialog (with subjective options)
4.6.1. Input Filtering: StickyKeys
If you check the StickyKeys box, the system will allow you to enter shifted (or controlled) characters by first
pressing the Shift key and then pressing a character key. Without StickyKeys set, you have to press the two
keys simultaneously. For touchscreen input, StickyKeys will always be turned on, regardless of the setting in
this dialog.
4.6.2. Input Filtering: FilterKeys
For additional control over keyboard input, including key "debouncing," check the FilterKeys check box. If
the Ignore repeated input option is checked then you will have debounce control through the BounceKeys
section (see section 4.6.5). If, on the other hand, the Ignore quick input and slow down repeat rate option is
checked, then you will have control over the repeat rate through the RepeatKeys section (see section 4.6.3)
and will be able to set the minimum time a button must be depressed before it is selected through the
SlowKeys section (see section 4.6.4).
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optional external keyboard will not be affected if the Ignore quick input and slow down repeat
rate option is selected.
4.6.3. Input Filtering: RepeatKeys
To access any of the controls in the RepeatKeys section, you must have checked both the FilterKeys box
and the Ignore quick input and slow down repeat rate button in the FilterKeys section. You can disable
repeats using the No repeat button or enable them using the Slow down repeat button. If the latter is
selected, you can use the Repeat delay option to set the amount of time (in seconds) that must pass
between the time the key is initially pressed and the time it starts repeating. You can use the Repeat rate
control to set the time (in seconds) between each repeat.
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4.6.4. Input Filtering: SlowKeys
To access the control in the SlowKeys section, you must have checked the FilterKeys box and the Ignore
quick input and slow down repeat rate button in the FilterKeys section. To prevent accidental key presses
from activating a key, you can set the minimum time that a key must be depressed before it registers. This is
done using the Keys must be held down for control. The default delay time is one second. You can change
the delays in increments of 0.1 seconds (100 milliseconds).
4.6.5. Input Filtering: BounceKeys
To access the control in the BounceKeys section, you must have checked the FilterKeys box and the
Ignore repeated input button in the FilterKeys section. By setting the Ignore inputs faster than control,
you can prevent the system from responding to accidental keyboard presses that follow one another very
quickly.
4.7. Input Configuration: Scanning Dialog
If you are unable to easily access the onscreen buttons, you might want to use scanning access. Most of the
configurations that come with your Palmtop device can be accessed in scanning mode. Scanning is enabled
by checking the Scanning box in the Input section of the General dialog. To bring up the Scanning dialog,
select the Configure button to the right of the Scanning check box.
Figure 14: The Scanning Dialog
4.7.1. Scanning Dialog: Method Section
Palmtop supports single switch (“automatic”) and dual switch (“manual”) scanning. If the Single Switch (Std)
option is selected in the Method drop-down menu, the software will operate in autoscanning mode - it will
automatically step through the rows at a constant rate until you activate your switch to specify the desired
column. It will then automatically step through the columns of that row until you activate the switch again to
specify the desired character or word. The autoscanning rate can be made faster or slower by changing the
scanning delays. See section 4.7.2 for details.
You can activate an alternative single switch scanning mode by selecting Single Switch (Inv) in the Method
drop-down menu. In this mode, scanning will not start until you activate the switch and keep it held down.
The system will step through rows until you release the switch to select the desired row. You must then
activate and hold the switch again to begin scanning through the elements in that row. To select an individual
character or word, release the switch when that desired element is highlighted. Inverse scanning gives you
control over exactly when scanning starts. This can be useful since it allows you to visually locate the desired
character or word before starting the scanning process.
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If the Dual Switch option is selected in the Method drop-down menu, you will step through the rows and
columns manually using one of your switches. The other switch will select the currently active row or column,
just as it does when autoscanning. If you are capable of making a lot of switch activations, dual switch
scanning can be a bit faster than single switch scanning.
The switch (or switches) used to control scanning can be set by selecting the Configure button. When you
select this button, a new dialog will open. For single switch scanning you can set the group select switch
using the Select control, while for dual switch scanning you can set both the group select and group advance
switches, using the Select and Advance controls. Switches are selected from a list that includes the arrow
keys, external switches, and rocker buttons (the cursor button on the front of the Axim - see Figure 1). If you
are using external switch inputs connected to an external switch box, you can set the switch source using
the Serial drop-down menu (COM1 is used for the Palmtop serial port).
4.7.2. Scanning Dialog: Delays Section
When using a single switch for scanning, the system steps through the individual rows and columns at a
fixed rate. You can increase this delay to make scanning go slower, or decrease the delay to make scanning
go faster. The default delay time is one second. You can change the delays in increments of 0.05 seconds
(50 milliseconds). The group delay controls (First Group and Inter-Group) allow you to set the delays for the
"top level" scanning groups. If you are using a row-column matrix, for example, these controls would
determine the delay between row advances. The item delay controls (First Item and Inter-Item), on the other
hand, allow you to set the delays between items after you have already selected a group. In a row-column
matrix, these controls would determine the delays between column advances.
The standard delays for groups and items are set using the Inter-Group and the Inter-Item controls. Because
it can be difficult to make two-switch activations immediately following one another - such as when you need
to select the very first group or item in a scanning group after selecting that group - you can set different
delays for the first group or item and all of the rest of the items. This is done using the First Group and First
Item controls.
By default, most of the configurations provided with your Palmtop device are set up to use either row-column
or group-row-column scanning. If you would prefer to scan linearly through each button on a page, check the
Linear Scan box. This option is particularly useful for small symbol grids for which row-column scanning is
often less efficient. If you have a symbol page with a number of blank buttons on it, you might want to check
the Skip Blanks box. When this feature is enabled, scanning will skip right over blank buttons (and whole
rows containing only blank buttons).
4.7.3. Scanning Dialog: Miscellaneous Section
If you need extra time to get ready for timed scanning after each item is selected, check the Wait for Switch
to Start box to automatically put the software in a paused state after each character (or word) is selected.
You might enable this option, for example, when using a word prediction list, so that you have some extra
time to look over the list before starting the scan. To start scanning, activate your switch once.
The color of the rectangle used to show which group is highlighted during scanning can be changed by
selecting the Color button. This will display a dialog from which you can select the desired color.
Alternatively, if you select the Invert Colors box, the scanning highlight will be indicated by inverting all of
colors within the scanning box (like a photographic negative). This option can be helpful if you have trouble
seeing the colored outline of the standard scanning box.
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You may occasionally select an incorrect row while scanning. If this occurs, the system will "unselect" the
row after cycling through all of the items in the row two times. You can change the number of cycles
necessary before the row is unselected by checking the Unselect After box and setting the desired number
of cycles in the accompanying drop-down menu. This feature can be used with all scanning configurations.
When you are not talking, the continuous cycling of a single switch scanning matrix can be distracting and
annoying (especially if audio feedback is turned on). By default, the scanning will pause after two
uninterrupted cycles through the rows. To resume scanning, activate your switch once. You can specify the
number of cycles required before the pause by checking the Pause After box and setting the desired
number of cycles in the accompanying drop-down menu. This feature only works with single switch scanning.
4.7.4. Scanning Dialog: Audio Feedback Section
Many users find it helpful to have audio feedback to tell them when the active scanning group changes. You
can enable audio feedback by selecting the Click on Group Advance option in the Audio Feedback dropdown menu. If this option is selected, you will hear a "click" sound every time a new column or row is
highlighted. If you would rather hear a spoken description of the new column or row, select the Speak on
Group Advance option. If an entire group is highlighted you will hear a description like "row 1." If a single
character or word is highlighted, then your Palmtop device will speak that character or word. For symbol and
phrase pages, you can change the individual row (group) descriptions on the Advanced tab of the Button
Properties dialog (see section 4.19.12).
If the Speak Label on Group Advance option is selected, then the label of the first item in a group will be
spoken (rather than the description of the group). If the Interrupt on Group Advance option is selected, the
auditory cues will be the same as if Speak on Group Advance had been selected, but when the scanning
highlight moves, the cue will be immediately cut-off (see the note below for more information). This option is
particularly useful for dual-switch scanning. To disable the audio feedback function, select the None option.
Because the synthetic voice used for Speak on Group Advance and Speak Label on Group Advance audio
feedback is meant only for you, it is called the "private voice.” You can set the private voice in the Speech
tab of the Options dialog (see section 4.9). By making your private voice sound different than your "public
voice," it will be easier for you (and your conversation partners) to distinguish between audio feedback and
what you are actually trying to say.
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down scanning considerably since the entire description must be spoken before scanning can
advance to the next row or column. The delay values specify the amount of time to delay AFTER
the description has been spoken. It might be necessary to lengthen the scanning delays when
either Speak on Group Advance or Speak Label on Group Advance is enabled.
4.8. Input Configuration: Morse Code Dialog
Morse code can be an effective and rapid method of communicating for some users. Although it can take a
bit of effort to learn the codes for each character, after you have learned them you may find that Morse code
can be quite a bit faster than scanning (and maybe even faster than typing or using the touchscreen). For a
complete list of Morse codes, see Appendix A.
To enable Morse code input, first load one of the three standard configurations that have built-in support for
Morse Code: Morse-Only, Alpha-List, or List. Then select Tools > Options to open the Options dialog.
Check the Morse box, and then select the Configure button to open the Morse dialog.
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Rehabilitation and Education: New Applications in Assistive Technology is recommended.
Figure 15: The Morse Code Dialog
4.8.1. Morse Dialog: Switch Assignment
On your Palmtop device, the Morse code selection method can be used with one, two, or three switches.
Use the Mode drop-down menu to set the number of switches that you want to use. It is recommended that
you use as many switches as you can easily operate. The fewer switches you use, the better you will have
to be at timing your switch hits. Use the Dot, Dash, and End drop-down menus to define the switches that
you will be using. The End switch is used in three-switch Morse code to indicate the end of each character.
You can use standard switches (1/8" plugs) with the external switch box available from DynaVox, or you can
use the buttons on the Palmtop device itself as switches.
4.8.2. Morse Dialog: Switch Timing
The controls in the Time column are used to configure the timing parameters of Morse Code. If you are using
one switch, you will need to set the Dash time. This is the longest time you can hold down the switch and
still get a dot. Holding it down longer will produce a dash. The End time is the amount of time required
between dots and dashes to indicate the end of a character. The Dash and End times are usually set to be
about the same. If you are using two switch Morse Code, you do not have to set a Dash time, but you still
must set a End time so that the system knows when you are done with each character. If you are using three
switches, you do not need to set a time for either dots or dashes.
If you hold any switch down for the amount of time indicated by the Alarm box, a brief alarm will sound. If
you are using two or three switches, you can use the Repeat box to set the amount of time that a switch
must be held down before it starts repeating.
Historically, telegraph operators using Morse code would indicate spaces between words by inserting a long
pause. Most Morse code communicators do not use this method because it is too easy to insert accidental
spaces. However, if you are very good at using morse code with one or two switches, you may want to
check the Auto Space box. When Auto Space is enabled, a pause equal to twice the End time will yield a
space.
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4.8.3. Morse Dialog: Switch Acceptance Times
By setting the switch acceptance times in the Close and Open columns, you can minimize the effects of
accidentally pressing or releasing switches. The Close time is the minimum time a switch must be pressed
before it is acknowledged. The Open time determines how long the software will wait after a switch release
before acknowledging it. These times can be set independently for the Dot, Dash, and End switches.
4.8.4. Morse Dialog: Audio Feedback
Most people like to hear some audio feedback while they are using the Morse code input method. Hearing
your dots and dashes can be especially helpful when you are first learning to code. Use the Audio dropdown menu to set how your Palmtop device will indicate each switch activation. If you select Blip, then your
device will play back a different pre-recorded sound for each switch. This mode is most useful for fast coders
using two or three switches. If you select Tone feedback, then your device will play back a different tone for
each switch. The tones will persist as long as you hold down the switch. If you are using a single switch, the
tone will switch from dot (high) to dash (low) after the Dash time has elapsed. If you select None, there will
be no audio feedback.
In traditional Morse code, there is no sound to indicate the end of each character. However, having an "endof-character" sound can be very useful when coding. If the End Sound button is checked, you will hear a
short pre-recorded sound after the end of each character, even if the audio feedback is set to None.
If you select a sequence of dots and dashes that does not correspond to a valid code, your Palmtop device
will play a special error sound to let you know. The error sound will only be disabled if the Audio drop-down
menu is set to None and the End Sound box is not checked.
All audio feedback is played using the "private" volume. See section 4.9 for more information.
4.9. Options Dialog: Speech Tab
Your Palmtop device supports speech synthesis through the DECtalk and Acapela software speech
synthesis. You can use the synthesizer to speak individual characters, words or sentences. Or you can
select exactly what and when you want to speak. The Speech dialog is accessed by selecting Tools >
Options and then selecting the Speech tab.
Figure 16: The Options Dialog, Speech Tab
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4.9.1. Speech Dialog: Synthesis Type Section
Your Palmtop software supports speech synthesis through software (via the DECtalk and Acapela voices).
Speech synthesis can be disabled by selecting the None button.
4.9.2. Speech Dialog: Public Voice Section
When you are talking to someone, your device will use your "public voice.” When your Palmtop device is
talking to you (for example, playing an audio preview or providing audio feedback during scanning), it will use
your "private voice". You can set the voice and volume of public and private speech independently.
You can choose from a variety of voices provided by the DECtalk [DEC] synthesizer and the Acapela [ACP]
software using the Public Voice drop-down menu. The available voices on your device are:
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Paul
Betty
Harry
Frank
Dennis
Kit
Ursula
Rita
Wendy
Heather
Laura
Ryan
Nelly
Kenny
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DECtalk
DECtalk
DECtalk
DECtalk
DECtalk
DECtalk
DECtalk
Acapela
Acapela
Acapela
Acapela
Acapela
Adult male
Adult female
Large-voiced adult male
Elderly adult male
Deep-voiced adult male
Child
Elderly adult female
Husky-voiced adult female
Whispering adult female
Adult female
Adult female
Adult male
Child female
Child male
Note: The UK version does not contain the “Laura” Acapela voice, but does contain the
“Graham” (adult male) and “Lucy” (adult female) Acapela voices.
Select the Preview button to hear a sample of the voice that is selected to help you decide which voice you
would prefer to use. The sample says "Hello, my name is _____. Would you like me to be your voice?"
If you are using the PC Editor, you will not have access to DECtalk or Acapela voices (unless you have
installed them on the PC). If there are any "SAPI" voices on your computer, you should be able to select
them from the Public Voice drop-down menu. If you are having trouble with SAPI voices, try selecting a
Microsoft voice from the list (a Microsoft voice will have an "[MS]" after it). For details on installing Microsoft
voices on your PC, see section 6.1.
The loudness of public synthetic speech can be set using the slider next to the box where you set the voice.
The volume specified here overrides the system volume (the Windows Mobile volume).
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4.9.3. Speech Dialog: Private Voice Section
The private voice is used for audio previews (see section 4.5) and for audio feedback during scanning (see
section 4.7) or Morse code (see section 4.8). Use the Private Voice drop-down menu to select a different
private voice, or select <Same as Public> if you want your public and private voices to be the same.
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For example, if you are using a DECtalk voice as your public voice, you must choose a DECtalk
voice as your private voice. The same is true when using Acapela voices.
The Volume drop-down menu allows you to set the private voice volume as a percentage of the public voice
volume. You may want to set your private volume to be lower than public volume so that you do not confuse
your conversation partners. The private volume can be set at 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% of the public volume.
4.9.4. Speech Dialog: Speak Section
You can configure your Palmtop device to speak after every character, every word or every sentence (or any
combination of these settings). In addition, some configurations have "Speak Sentence" buttons. The speech
modes are set by checking the appropriate box (Character, Word or Sentence) in the Speech dialog. You
can also set the speaking rate in words per minute (wpm) for each mode of speech. Generally, you will want
to have faster rates for shorter utterances, so the Character rate should be faster than the Sentence rate.
By checking the Pitch Shift box and adjusting the associated setting, you can shift the default pitch for each
voice up (positive values) or down (negative values). This is a useful method for fine-tuning your voice. Note
that this feature is not available on the PC Editor.
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4.10. Options Dialog: Prediction Tab
Some of the standard configurations that are supplied on your Palmtop device contain word prediction lists.
When you are using word prediction, the software will try to guess the words you are typing and will list
options for quicker selection. Rather than selecting each character individually, you can select an entire word
at once. The Prediction dialog is accessed by selecting Tools > Options, then selecting the Prediction tab.
Figure 17: The Options Dialog, Prediction Tab
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Note: The controls in the Prediction dialog are only available if the configuration that is currently
open uses word prediction in its onscreen keyboard.
4.10.1. Prediction Dialog: Ordering Options
By default, words are presented in the prediction list in order of their frequency - words more likely to be
spoken appear towards the top of the list. You can change the presentation order using the List Ordering
drop-down menu. If you select the Alphabetic option, the words in the list will be arranged alphabetically. If
you select Length or Reverse Length, the words will be sorted by number of characters (words of the same
length will be arranged alphabetically when one of these methods is used). The default option for ordering
predicted words is Probability.
4.10.2. Prediction Dialog: List Length
The number of words that appear in the word prediction list can be set using the List Length drop-down
menu. You can select lengths from one to nine words (although if you try to select more words than there are
list buttons in the configuration, the number of list buttons will be used instead) or Fill List. If you select Fill
List, then the prediction list will always be filled, regardless of how many list buttons are in a configuration.
Some users find that shorter word lists are easier to use, while others prefer the extra choices provided by
longer lists.
4.10.3. Prediction Dialog: Show List
You can prevent your Palmtop device from predicting words until one or two characters have been entered
by using the Show List drop-down menu. Word prediction gets more accurate as each character is entered.
Some users prefer to delay presentation of the word list until the system has some characters that can be
used to narrow down the word choices. When the word list does appear, the desired word is more likely to
appear in it. The default setting (Always) is used to predict words immediately.
4.10.4. Prediction Dialog: Min Savings
The primary goal of word prediction is to provide a method of accessing multiple characters through a single
selection. The number of selections that you save by selecting a word from a word list depends upon the
length of the word and on how many initial characters of the word you have already entered. For example, if
you have typed "th," then selecting "the" from a word list would only save you a single selection, while
selecting "theater" would save you five selections. You can set your Palmtop device to only predict words
that will provide a certain minimum level of selection savings using the Min Savings drop-down menu. You
can select a savings threshold of one, two, three or four characters. The software will never predict words
whose selection will not save you at least that number of character selections. You can also choose the
option No minimum.
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4.10.5. Prediction Dialog: Auto Learning
By default, your Palmtop device does not learn new words as you type them. You can change this setting by
using the Auto Learning drop-down menu. If you select With Prompt, every time you type a word that is not
in the dictionary, a dialog will pop up and ask if you want to add the word to the dictionary. If you select
Always, new words will automatically be added to the dictionary. The Never option means that Palmtop will
ignore unknown words. Remember that you can always add new words by hand using the Dictionary Editor.
Be careful when enabling the Auto Learning option - the program cannot tell a misspelling or a typo from a
new word, so it will add these mistakes to the dictionary as if they were words. If you do have mistakes in
the dictionary, select the View Personal button from the Dictionary Editor dialog to browse through the autolearned words (see section 4.12.5).
4.10.6. Prediction Dialog: Prediction Database
The dictionary used for word prediction can be adjusted using the Database drop-down menu. Three
dictionary options are available by default: Small (2,000 Words), Medium (10,000 Words), and Large (30,000
Words). A smaller dictionary may be suitable for users with smaller vocabularies, or for users who find that
the additional predictions made by the larger databases are distracting. When the dictionary is changed, your
Palmtop device must completely reload the current configuration. Please note that loading the Large
database may take several minutes.
4.10.7. Prediction Dialog: Prevent Redundancy
Suppose that you are trying to type the word "therefore." This is a relatively uncommon word, so it probably
will not appear in the prediction list until you have already typed its first few letters. However, "there" is a very
common word that shares the same first five letters. You will probably see "there" in the prediction list after
you have typed "t," and "th," and so on. It is taking up space in the prediction list that could be used to offer
different words, perhaps the word that you want to type. If you select the Prevent Redundancy check box,
the software will automatically eliminate words from the prediction list if they appear more than twice in
succession. With redundancy prevention enabled, "there" might appear after "t" and "th", but once you typed
"the," the software would remove it from the list to make room for a different word.
4.10.8. Prediction Dialog: Static Predictions
By default, your Palmtop device will use all of the information available to make its predictions as accurate
as possible. This includes information about words that appeared earlier in the current sentence. This means
that the contents of the word list will vary depending upon the last few words you typed. For example, if you
typed, "The dog is t" the first word in the list might be "trying,” but if you typed "Climb the t," the first word in
the list might be "tree.” For some users, a word prediction list is more useful if it does not change quite so
much. By selecting the Static Predictions check box, you can set your Palmtop device to ignore the past
few words when making its predictions. For example, when you type "t" you will always see "the" first in the
list.
4.10.9. Prediction Dialog: Recency
In oral or written communication, people tend to reuse words that have occurred recently. If you select the
Recency check box, your Palmtop device will make words that occurred most recently appear earlier (with
fewer initial characters typed) in the prediction list. The last 100 words are used for recency computations.
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4.11. Options Dialog: System Tab
This dialog provides you with additional control over how the software will operate. Specifically, it allows you
to control the time that the computer will stay idle before it powers off automatically and whether or not the
device will operate in Dedicated Device mode. To open the System dialog, select Tools > Options and then
select the System tab.
Figure 18: The Options Dialog, System Tab
4.11.1. System Dialog: Suspend Time
The Dell Axim computer is designed to suspend automatically after a set duration when the computer is not
in use. As long as you perform some action within this time period, the computer will stay on.
To set this duration, select the Suspend after drop-down menu in the System tab of the Options dialog. You
can choose one of the timed settings (10, 20, 30, 40, 50 or 60 minutes). Using a setting of Infinite will keep
the power on continuously. This is dangerous since it can drain the batteries completely.
You may decide to select the use system settings option. To set the system setting, select Power from the
Setting Dialogs drop-down menu at the bottom of the System dialog. On the Power dialog, select the
Advanced tab. Use these controls to determine how long the Dell Axim will stay on when it is running on
battery power, and when it is using external power. When finished, select the OK button.
Warning: The computer is designed to power off automatically to conserve battery power. Use
this Power dialog with care or you could completely drain the batteries.
4.11.2. System Dialog: Dedicated Device Mode
Some individuals prefer the simplicity and limited functionality of a dedicated device. This is useful for
beginning users or computer novices who do not want the additional functionality - and associated
complexity - that their Windows Mobile device can offer. By selecting the Act like dedicated device check
box, the Palmtop device can be configured so that no other functionality outside of the Palmtop software is
available to the user. Once checked, the Palmtop computer looks and acts like a dedicated communication
device. The user will not be able to get back to the “Today” screen by selecting View > Hide Program, nor
will the user be allowed to exit the Palmtop software. Even if a soft reset is performed, the Palmtop software
will start-up immediately and take over control of the device. If the user is using an Impact-D device, it will
always be in Dedicated Device mode.
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The four round hardware buttons on the lower part of the Axim computer (see Figure 1) can be configured to
provide shortcuts to several common functions. By checking the Use hardware buttons as shortcuts check
box, you can set up those four buttons to perform the following functions:
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Calendar button (far left) - speaks the contents of the Editor Window
Contacts button - performs the Navigate Back function
Inbox button - exits out of Full Screen mode (press twice in quick succession)
Home button (far right) - clears the Editor Window contents
4.11.3. System Dialog: Setting Dialogs Option
You might occasionally want to change the settings of the system hardware to better suit your needs. For
example, you might want to change the brightness of the screen. To access the dialogs that allow you to
make such changes, use the Setting dialogs control. The following hardware dialogs are available:
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Input
PC Connection
Power
Screen Taps
Bluetooth
Recalibrate the touchscreen and double-selection timing
Set the screen brightness and automatic dimming feature
Configure the onscreen mini-keyboard
Define the default connection mode and speed
Check battery status and set automatic power-down
Set screen tap and key click sounds
Set Bluetooth options
For full documentation of these dialogs, consult the Axim Owner’s Manual.
4.12. Dictionary Editor Dialog
Your Palmtop device provides three separate dictionaries. These dictionaries not only contain lists of words,
but also contain information about the relative frequency of each word and the dependencies of one word on
another - data that is used by the Foresight prediction engine to generate accurate word prediction lists.
Although every effort has been made to make the dictionaries as general as possible, you might find that
some of the words you use are not included, or that words that you use frequently do not appear quickly
enough in the prediction list. You can use the Dictionary Editor dialog to improve word prediction by
modifying the words in the dictionary and their frequency settings. The centerpiece of this dialog is a list of
the words in the current dictionary. You can add new words, edit the frequency of words, and delete words.
To open the Dictionary Editor dialog, select Tools > Dictionary Editor.
Figure 19: The Dictionary Editor Dialog
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4.12.1. Dictionary Editor: Looking Up Words
You can check to see if a word is in the dictionary (or check its frequency) using the Find control. Type in the
word that you want to look up. Notice that as soon as you select the Find text box, a small onscreen
keyboard pops up to allow you to enter a word. As you enter more letters, the vocabulary list will scroll to
bring the word into view. If the word is not in the system dictionary, the list will scroll to the spot where the
word would appear if it was in the list.
4.12.2. Dictionary Editor: Adding New Words
To add a new word to the current dictionary, select the Add Word button. A new dialog will open.
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Use the onscreen keyboard to enter the new word. It will appear in the Word text box. If the word is a proper
noun (like Tommy or Paris), capitalize the first letter and use lowercase letters for the rest of the word. Use
all lowercase letters for all other words. A word can have any combination of letters, numbers, and symbols,
but cannot include any spaces. After you have entered the word, select the frequency of the word from the
Frequency drop-down menu. This will help to determine how quickly the new word gets predicted. After all
of the information about the word is correct, select OK. The new word will appear in the word list. If you want
to change the word (for example, if you made a spelling error) or its frequency, you can edit any word by
selecting the Edit Word button.
4.12.3. Dictionary Editor: Editing Words
You can change the spelling or frequency of words that are in the dictionary, regardless of whether they are
words that you added or they were in the original dictionary supplied with your Palmtop device. For this
reason, use extreme caution when editing or deleting words. To edit a word, select it in the word list then
select the Edit Word button. A new dialog will open. The selected word will appear in the Word box. You can
now edit the spelling of the word. You can also change the frequency of the word using the Frequency dropdown menu. When you are done editing the word, select OK.
4.12.4. Dictionary Editor: Removing Words
You can remove words that are already in the dictionary by first selecting the word from the word list, then
selecting the Remove Word button.
Warning: This word will be permanently deleted from the dictionary, so be careful when using
this option. It is recommend that you adjust the frequency setting of the word rather than
permanently delete it.
4.12.5. Dictionary Editor: Reviewing the Words You Have Added
If you want to view only the words that you have added to the dictionary, select the View Personal button.
This option is particularly useful when you have Auto-Learning enabled (see section 4.10), as it allows you to
quickly find and remove misspellings that were added to the dictionary during message preparation. While
you are viewing your personal words, you can perform any of the editing functions describe above. If you
want to view the entire dictionary again, select the View All button.
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4.12.6. Restoring the Default Dictionary
To restore the default Palmtop dictionary, select Tools > System Utilities > Reset User Files.
Warning: If you select this option, all of the changes that you have made to the dictionary, the
abbreviation table and the pronunciation table will be irretrievably lost. You can only select this
option when there is no configuration currently active on your Palmtop device.
4.13. Abbreviation Editor Dialog
To accelerate your communication, you can create custom abbreviations, like "fmy" for "family" or "ih" for "I'm
hungry.” When you type an abbreviation and follow it by a space or punctuation mark, the abbreviation will
be normally be expanded in the Editor Window and spoken aloud. You can also define speak-only
abbreviations that are not inserted into the Editor Window. Abbreviation expansion is enabled through the
General tab of the Options dialog (see section 4.4.2 for more information). You can add, delete, and modify
abbreviations from the Abbreviation Editor dialog.
To open the Abbreviation Editor dialog, select Tools > Abbreviation Editor.
Figure 20: The Abbreviation Editor Dialog
4.13.1. Abbreviation Editor: Adding New Abbreviations
To add a new abbreviation, select the Add button. A new dialog will appear. Type the abbreviation in the
Abbreviation box. An abbreviation can have any combination of letters, numbers, and symbols, but cannot
include any spaces. The abbreviation can be up to 10 characters long.
Once you have entered the abbreviation, select the Expansion box and type the expansion text. If you want
to create an expansion that is only spoken (the text will not appear in the Editor Window), then enclose the
expansion in quotes. Speak-only abbreviations are handy for common conversational phrases such as
"goodbye" and "thank you.” The expansion can contain any sequence of characters, including spaces. The
expansion can be up to 240 characters long.
After all of the information about the abbreviation pair is correct, select OK. The new abbreviation will appear
in the list the Abbreviation Editor dialog.
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4.13.2. Abbreviation Editor: Editing Existing Abbreviations
You can change any abbreviation, regardless of whether it is one that you added or one of the abbreviations
provided with your Palmtop device. To edit an abbreviation, select it in the Abbreviation list then select the
Edit button. A new dialog will appear. You can edit the abbreviation text in the Abbreviation text box, and you
can also edit the expansion text in the Expansion text box. When you are done editing the abbreviation pair,
select OK. The modified abbreviation will appear in the list in the Abbreviation Editor dialog.
4.13.3. Abbreviation Editor: Removing Abbreviations
You can remove abbreviation pairs by first selecting the abbreviation from the Abbreviation list, then
selecting the Remove button.
Warning: The abbreviation will be permanently deleted from the Palmtop software, so be careful
when using this option.
4.13.4. Restoring the Default Abbreviations
You can restore the abbreviation table that ships with Palmtop by selecting Tools > System Utilities >
Reset User Files.
Warning: If you select this option, all of the changes that you have made to the abbreviation
table, the pronunciation table and the dictionary will be irretrievably lost. You can only select this
4.14. Pronunciation Editor Dialog
Your Palmtop device uses both DECtalk and Acapela speech synthesis to provide you with your voice. The
software knows how to pronounce most words, but you may occasionally find words that are mispronounced.
The Palmtop device uses a pronunciation table, which stores information about their correct pronunciations.
You can add to, delete from and modify the word pronunciation table using the Pronunciation Editor dialog.
To open the Pronunciation Editor dialog, select Tools > Pronunciation Editor.
Figure 21: The Pronunciation Editor Dialog
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4.14.1. Pronunciation Editor: Adding New Pronunciations
To add a new pronunciation for a word, select the Add button. A new dialog will appear. Select the Word box
and type the word that you want the software to pronounce differently. The word cannot contain any spaces
or punctuation other than hyphens or apostrophes. Then select the Pronunciation box and spell out the
pronunciation phonetically. For example, for "Craig" you might use "Creg," and for "orchestra" you might use
"orkestra." If you are using a DECtalk voice, and you are familiar with DECtalk phonemes, you can enter
those within brackets ([ ]). You can hear the default pronunciation of the word by selecting the Try Original
button. You can hear your new pronunciation by selecting the Try Pronunciation button. You might have to
try several different pronunciations to find one that you like. When the new pronunciation is correct, select
OK. The new word and its pronunciation will appear in the list in the Pronunciation Editor dialog.
4.14.2. Pronunciation Editor: Editing Existing Pronunciations
To edit the pronunciation of a word that is already in the pronunciation table, select it in the Pronunciation list
then select the Edit button. The same dialog used for entering a new pronunciation will appear, with the
Word and Pronunciation boxes already filled in. You cannot change the text in the Word box, but you can
edit and test the text in the Pronunciation box. When you are done editing the pronunciation, select OK. The
modified pronunciation will appear in the list in the Pronunciation Editor dialog.
4.14.3. Pronunciation Editor: Removing Pronunciations
You can remove an entry from the pronunciation table by first selecting the word from the Pronunciation list,
then selecting the Remove button.
Warning: The pronunciation exception will be permanently deleted from the software, so be
careful when using this option.
4.14.4. Restoring the Default Pronunciations
You can restore the pronunciation table that ships with your Palmtop deice by selecting Tools > System
Utilities > Reset User Files.
Warning: If you select this option, all of the changes that you have made to the pronunciation
table, the abbreviation table and the dictionary will be irretrievably lost. You can only select this
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4.15. Manage Files Dialog
As you use your Palmtop device to communicate, you will build up a number of custom files such as user
configurations, recorded sounds, imported images, and stored text files. On occasion, you might want to
manually delete or rename these files. To do this, select Tools > File Utilities > Manage Files and the
Manage Files dialog will open.
Figure 22: The Manage Files Dialog
The Manage Files dialog consists of a list of custom files of the specified type, a control for changing the file
type, and buttons for renaming and deleting selected files. By default, the viewport displays the user
configurations on the system.
To rename a configuration, select the configuration in the list to highlight it, then select the Rename button.
Enter the new configuration name in the small window that opens.
Warning: If you select the Delete button instead of the Rename button, the software will ask if
you want to delete the selected config. In this case, select No. Be very sure that when you really
want to delete a file, you have a safe backup of the file on your PC before using Delete.
You can also use the Manage Files dialog to delete several configurations at the same time. To do this, hold
down the Ctrl key on your keyboard while clicking on each configuration that you want to delete. All of the
configurations that you select will be highlighted. When you select the Delete button, the configurations will
be deleted. You cannot rename several files at once.
If you want to rename or delete other types of files, you will need to change the file type using the drop-down
menu at the top left side of the Manage Files dialog. The following file types are available:
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Recorded sounds stored in the .wav format (section 4.21)
Packed configurations (section 4.1.3.3)
Encrypted logging activity (section 4.18)
User profile information (section 4.16)
Word prediction databases (section 4.10.6)
Device backup files (PC Editor only)(section 3.13.2)
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The rename and delete procedures remain the same regardless of what file type is selected. When listing
custom sound files (.wav files), the Manage Files dialog also offers a Preview button which can be used to
hear the selected file. Be especially careful when renaming or deleting custom sounds, since they might be
needed by existing user configurations.
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.wav Files menu items from earlier versions of Palmtop (before version 3.0).
4.16. Save Profile Dialog
If more than one person is using a Palmtop device or the PC Editor software, it is useful to save and load
your "profile" so that each user can have his or her own settings. A profile consists of all of your user settings
(for example, voice selection, input method and scanning delays), abbreviations, personal dictionary entries
and pronunciation exceptions. To create a profile for yourself, select Tools > System Utilities > Save
Profile.
Use the onscreen keyboard to enter a name for your profile and then select OK. The Profile dialog will open,
enabling you to select which components you want to store in the profile. You can choose any combination
of user settings, abbreviations, dictionary entries, and pronunciation exceptions. Check the boxes of the
components you want to save, then select OK.
Figure 23: The Profile Attributes Dialog
To restore the current settings on your Palmtop device from a profile, select Tools > System Utilities >
Load Profile. Select Yes to confirm that you want to load a profile. Select the profile from the list and select
OK. You will then be asked which components of the profile you want to load. You cannot load a component
that was not included when the profile was created. When the software prompts you that the profile is
loaded, select OK. Then select File > Exit to close the software. Select Yes to confirm. On the “Today”
screen (see Figure 7), select “Tap here for Palmtop Impact” to start the Palmtop software again. The
profile that you loaded will be active.
4.17. Transfer Files Dialog (PC Editor only)
The PC Editor software allows you to create and modify configurations on your Windows computer. It also
enables you to transfer configurations to and from your Palmtop device. To exchange configurations and
other important information between your PC Editor and your Palmtop device, connect the device to the
computer (see section 6.3). In the PC Editor software, select Tools > Transfer Utilities > Transfer Files.
The Transfer Files dialog will open.
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Figure 24: The Transfer Files Dialog
The Transfer Files dialog contains two viewports:
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The Device Files viewport lists all of the user configurations that are currently on your Palmtop
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PC, the Device Files viewport will be disabled.
To transfer a configuration from your PC to your Palmtop device, select the configuration you that want to
export in the PC Files viewport. Then select the Copy to Device button. All of the configuration components
(including custom images and sound files) will be exported to your Palmtop device. Please be patient - the
transfer time depends on the size of the configuration and number of custom images and sounds it uses.
When the transfer is complete, the exported configuration will appear in the Device Files viewport, and will
also show up under the File > User Configs list on the device.
To transfer a configuration from your Palmtop device to your computer, select the configuration in the Device
Files viewport. Click the Copy to PC button to start the transfer. Once the transfer is complete, the
configuration will appear in the PC Files viewport, and will also show up under the File > User Configs list on
your PC Editor.
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earlier versions of Palmtop (before version 3.0).
You can use the Transfer Files dialog to transfer several configurations at the same time. To do this, hold
down the Ctrl key on your keyboard while clicking on each configuration that you want to transfer. Each
configuration that you selected will be highlighted. When you select the Copy to Device (or Copy to PC)
button, the selected configurations will be transferred.
Importing and exporting configurations is the primary purpose of the Transfer Files dialog, but you can also
import and export other types of files by changing the file type shown in the drop-down menu at the top of
the dialog. The other types of files that can be transferred are:
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Recorded sounds stored in the .wav format (section 4.21)
Packed configurations (section 4.1.3.3)
Encrypted logging activity (section 4.18)
User profile information (section 4.16)
Word prediction databases (section 4.10.6)
Custom abbreviations, dictionaries, and pronunciations
Once the file type has been selected, the transfer procedure is identical. When transferring any type of file,
be aware that even though a file has the same name on the device and on the PC, it may not have the same
content.
Like the Manage Files dialog, the Transfer Files dialog also lets you delete, rename, and preview individual
files on your PC. See the Manage Files instructions (section 4.15) for details. With the Transfer Files dialog,
however, you can also delete and rename files on your device right from your PC Editor. Since all of the
User Files are needed by your Palmtop device, you cannot rename or delete these files.
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as the version of the Editor that you are running. For example, you cannot transfer files between
the iChat Editor and a Palmtop device.
4.18. Logging Setup Dialog
To access the logging options, select Tools > Logging from the menu bar. To configure and initiate logging,
select the Configure Logging option. This opens the Logging Setup dialog. To select the logfile (the file that
will store the logging data), select the Browse button or type the name in the File box. By default, the logfile
will tag entries with labels like "T" for "Time" and "O" for "Output.” You can disable these labels by clearing
the Field Labels check box.
Figure 25: The Logging Setup Dialog
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Three types of encryption can be selected using the Encryption drop-down menu:
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In Normal encryption, all characters except spaces and certain field delimiters are encoded in a
recoverable format.
Even spaces are encoded with Strong encryption.
With Perfect encryption, the output data will be encrypted in an unrecoverable manner. Although the
messages recorded under perfect encryption can never be recovered, certain types of logfile
analysis are still possible. For example, the overall communication rate can be computed without
knowing the actual messages.
For Normal and Strong encryption, an encryption key is required. This string of characters is used to initialize
the encryption process. The encryption key is specified in the Key box. The key can be any combination of
letters (lower or uppercase) and numbers. Do not use punctuation marks or other symbols in the key.
Additionally, you can specify a password in the Password box. Without a password, any standards-compliant
analysis program (such as ACQUA) can decrypt an encrypted file (except for those encoded with Perfect
encryption). If a password is specified, however, an analysis program will not be able to decrypt the logfile
without that password.
Warning: If you choose to use a password, make sure that you will remember it. If you forget
the password, the logfile cannot be decrypted.
The remainder of the Logging Setup dialog configures the kind of information will be sent to the logfile.
Select the information fields from the Fields viewport by clicking them (click again to unselect). Many fields
are self-explanatory. For detailed information, consult the logfile standards web page on the DynaVox
website (www.dynavoxtech.com/about/logfile.aspx or www.dynavoxtech.com/about/logfileappendix.aspx).
The Method drop-down menu allows you to specify when a communication event is logged.
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use this setting, for example, to ignore automatic scanning advances.
If the Method is set to Output, only those events that produce an output will be logged. This can be
useful if you do not want to see intermediate steps in message production, such as navigation
commands.
If you choose All, every communication event will be recorded in the logfile.
Most logfiles include a timestamp to indicate when a particular communication event occurred. The Time
Method drop-down menu allows you to set Absolute, Elapsed, or Delta timestamps.
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An Elapsed timestamp is the amount of time that has elapsed since the logfile was first opened.
A Delta timestamp is the time elapsed since the last communication event.
You can also choose how specific the timestamp will be. The Lower drop-down menu determines the finest
step of time recorded (from thousandths of a second up to seconds). Conversely, the Upper drop-down
menu sets the coarsest time recorded (from seconds to years). So if the Time Method is set to Absolute, the
Lower menu is set to Tenths and the Upper menu is set to Hours, you might see a timestamp of "8:13:22.4",
which means that the event occurred at 22.4 seconds after 8:13 in the morning.
The Context drop-down menu is only used when the Context field is selected. The Context field includes the
last few words of text in each logfile entry, providing some information about the context at the time of each
communication event. The Context drop-down menu determines how many words of context are recorded.
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After you have configured the logfile, select OK to start logging (or Cancel to exit without starting to log).
Until logging is manually stopped, a new configuration is loaded, or the Palmtop software is shut down, all
subsequent communication events will be sent to the logfile. If you are using manual (two switch) scanning,
pay careful attention to the amount of free memory left on your memory card - every group and item advance
is considered a communication event unless the Method is set to Output. Logging can be paused by
selecting Tools > Logging > Pause Logging, or stopped by selecting Tools > Logging > Stop Logging in
the menu bar.
4.19. Button Properties Dialog
When your Palmtop device is in Edit Mode, you can edit a button by double-selecting it (to put your Palmtop
device in Edit Mode, select View > Go to Edit Mode). When you double-select a button in Edit Mode, the
Button Properties dialog will open.
Figure 26: The Button Properties Dialog, Labels Tab
The Button Properties dialog has four tabs: Labels, This Button, All Buttons and Advanced. The controls on
the Labels tab are used to configure what appears on the button and what the button does. The controls on
the This Button tab control how the button looks - font, font color, body color, border color and border width.
The controls on the All Buttons tab provide the means to change the look of all the buttons in a configuration.
Finally, the Advanced tab allows you to set the page color, button shapes, and descriptions of the button
rows (for auditory scanning).
The preview box (in the upper right) is shared by all four tabs of the Button Properties dialog. It shows the
current appearance of the button, including labels, pictures, fonts, and colors. On the Labels tab, if you select
the button preview you will see what the button looks like when it is selected.
After you make changes to a button, select the OK button to accept the changes and return to Edit Mode. If
you do not want to keep the changes that you have made, select the X (Cancel) button.
4.19.1. Labels Tab: Setting an Action
The button action determines exactly what happens when you select a button in the configuration. For
example, you can have one button speak its text label, another button play a pre-recorded message, and
another button jump to another page. To set the button action, choose an item from the Action drop-down
menu on the Labels tab of the Button Properties dialog.
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The simplest Action setting is Speak Label. When this option is selected for a button, your Palmtop device
will speak the button's text label whenever the button is selected. The label text will also be inserted into the
Editor Window. The text label is defined using the Label box.
In some cases you might want the message associated with a button to be different than the text that is
shown on the button. For example, you might want to label the button "Dinner" (or have no text label, but just
a picture of a meal) but have your Palmtop device say "I would like some dinner." when the button is
selected. Do do this, select Speak Message in the Action drop-down menu. The message is defined in the
Message box. If you want your Palmtop device to speak a button's label or message, but not put any text in
the Editor Window, select the Say Label or Say Message options in the Action drop-down menu.
If you want the button to play a pre-recorded audio message (digitized speech) rather than speak a label or
a message, select the Play Audio option in the Action drop-down menu. You can then select the Browse
button to the right of the Audio box to select the sound file that you want to associate with the button.
If you want to use the button to navigate between different pages in the configuration, select the Navigate
option in the Action drop-down menu. You can then use the Navigate drop-down menu to specify the page to
be associated with the button. A Visit action is similar to an Navigate action, but after a selection is made, the
software will return you to the previous page. A button with a Navigate or Visit action is represented visually
as a stack of papers with their corners folded over. A Visit button has an additional arrow in the upper-right or
lower-right corner to differentiate it from a Navigate button.
The final Action option is Control. A button of this type can be used issue editing commands or control the
speech output of your Palmtop device.
4.19.1.1. Setting Control Actions
When you select Control in the Action drop-down menu, you will have to select a Function from a choice of
different control types (the Function drop-down menu is displayed in the same place as the Navigate dropdown menu). Brief descriptions of each type of control are provided below. Some of these control types have
pictures associated with them. You can change these pictures, just like you can on any other button.
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buttons can be used for a variety of purposes, but the most common use is to provide a "Chat Mode"
while you are constructing a longer message. For example, if someone were to ask you a question
while you were working on a paper, you could select the Edit: Swap button to store your paper in the
background buffer, answer the question, then select the Edit: Swap button again to restore your
paper from the background buffer.
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actively communicating. When a Pause Dwell button is selected, its label will change to "Resume
Dwell.” You will be unable to select any other buttons until you again dwell on the button with the
Pause Dwell action. Note that you cannot manually change the label on Pause Dwell buttons.
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diagnostic tool for clinicians and researchers (section 4.18), but logging should be under your
control. When you select a Pause Logging button, its label will change to "Resume Logging.”
Logging will be disabled until you select this button again or re-enable logging by selecting Tools >
Logging > Resume Logging. When logging is paused, the logging indicator in the toolbar (section
4.2) will change to indicate the paused state. Note that you cannot manually change the label on
Pause Logging buttons.
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button that you select. The Set button allows you to construct your own pre-defined words or
phrases for single-button access. Type out the message you want to save, select the Set button,
then select a blank button. The label of the blank button will change to reflect its new message. The
next time you select the button, your message will appear in the Editor Window.
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Speak: Toggle: Temporarily disable speech. You might occasionally want to turn off speech for short
periods of time without completely disabling it. A Speak: Toggle button will allow you to quickly toggle
between "speech on" and "speech off" modes. An indicator in the toolbar (section 4.2) will let you
know when speech is toggled off.
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off. For more information on this function, see section 4.9.4.
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Text: Load: Load the text file indicated by name in the Message box. When you select Text: Load,
you will be asked to specify a file name through a dialog that lists all available text files.
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Text: Save: Save the text in the Editor Window to the text file indicated by name in the Message
box. As with Text: Load, when you select this action you will be asked to choose a file name from a
dialog. If you do not want to use an existing text file name, select Cancel and enter a file name
manually in the Message box.
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4.19.2. Labels Tab: Setting a Secondary Action
For buttons with Speak, Say, or Play Audio actions, you can set up a "secondary action." This is a navigation
action that will take place after the standard button action. For example, you might set up a button to speak
"I would like some_____" and give it a secondary navigation action that will open a page with food items.
The Second Action drop-down menu is used to set the secondary action. If you set this action to Navigate or
Visit, you can then set the destination page using the Navigate/Visit drop-down menu. In this food example,
you might prefer to use a Visit secondary action rather than Navigate - after selecting the food item, you
would be sent right back to the page you started on.
You can also set the secondary action to Stay. When a button has such a secondary action, it is "immune" to
automatic page changes like those initiated when you Visit a page. For example, you might set up a Visit
page to fill in the blank for "I feel ______." This page might have buttons with adjectives like "good" or
"happy.” You might also want to put a button with a modifier like "very." Since you want to be able to select
the "very" button without returning from the Visit (so that you could say that you are "very happy," for
example), you would assign it a Stay secondary action.
Finally, you may set the secondary action to Clear Next. When you select a button with this secondary
action, the next speaking button that you press will immediately clear the Editor Window. This is useful if you
occasionally want some of the functionality of the Auto-clear after Speaking function (section 4.4.2), but do
not want that feature enabled all the time.
By default, a button with a Navigate or Visit secondary action will have a small right-pointing arrow in the
upper or lower right-hand corner (depending on where the button label is), as indicated in Figure 27. An
arrow on a white background indicates a Navigate secondary action. An arrow on a gray background with a
left-pointing inset arrow indicates a Visit secondary action. After navigating to a page through a Visit button,
all the buttons on that page will have left-pointing arrows in the upper or lower left-hand corner indicating that
selecting a button will return you to the previous page. If a button on the Visit page has a secondary action of
Stay however, it will have no left-pointing arrow. You can turn off the arrows by checking the Hide Arrows
button on the Advanced tab of the Button Properties dialog (see section 4.19.12). Turning off the arrows can
be helpful when you are using pages that contain very small buttons.
Navigate icon
Visit icon
Back to previous
page icon
Figure 27: Secondary actions: Navigate, Visit, and return from Visit (corner icons)
4.19.3. Labels Tab: Editing the Button's Label
Regardless of the Action associated with a button, you can always edit its text label by entering text in the
Label box. If there is a picture on the button, the label text will appear at the bottom of the button. If there is
no picture, the text will be centered in the button. Note that when you create a Navigate or Control button, a
default label like "Back" or "Clear" will appear in the Label box. You can edit this label if you want. If the
Action is Speak Label, then the button label will be spoken when the button is activated. If the Action is
anything else, then the button label merely serves as a visual reminder of the button function.
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4.19.4. Labels Tab: Editing the Button's Message
If the button Action is Speak Message, then you can enter the spoken message for the button in the
Message box. The message will not appear anywhere on the button - the Label box is used to specify text
that appears on the button. If the Action is anything other than Speak Message, you will not be able to edit
the Message box text. A message may contain up to 448 alphanumeric characters, including punctuation.
By setting a button's Message to be a hyphen followed by a simple word-ending, you can create a button
that will automatically append suffixes on words, with appropriate spelling changes. For example, if you set
the button Message to "-ing" then you can later use this button to quickly change "like" to "liking.” The
following suffixes are supported: "-ing," "-ed," "-s," "-ly," "-er" and "-est." The suffixes must be all in lowercase letters. Note that morphological exceptions (for example, "go" + "-ed" = "went") are not generally
supported.
4.19.5. Labels Tab: Changing the Button's Picture
You can pick the symbol that will appear on the button by selecting the Browse button to the right of the
Picture box. The Symbol Selection dialog will be presented and provide a means to select from the available
symbols on your machine. See section 4.20 for additional details. If the button label is blank when you select
a symbol, that symbol's name will be inserted in the Label box. If the label was not blank, but you would like
to use the symbol name rather than the current label text, just select the Picture box (the name of the
symbol) and the label will be replaced. You can erase the picture on a button by selecting the Clear button.
For some types of Control buttons, a pre-defined (but changeable) symbol will be automatically assigned to
the button.
4.19.6. Labels Tab: Setting up a Navigation or Visit Button
When a button Action is set to Navigate or Visit, use the Navigate/Visit drop-down menu to determine the
page that will open when the button is selected. All of the pages in the configuration are listed by name. In
addition, you will find three special entries - <Back>, <Home>, and <New Page>. The <Back> navigation
command will return you to the previous page. The <Home> command will return you the very first page in
the configuration (the home page). You can change the home page by selecting View > Page Editing > Set
Home Page.
The <New Page> navigation command will create a new page and link the current button to that page. When
you select the <New Page> entry, you will be asked to provide a name and button layout (the number of
rows and columns in the button grid) for the new page. See section 5.1.4 for more details on creating new
pages. If you do not actually want to create a new page, select Cancel.
4.19.7. Labels Tab: Changing the Button's Audio Clip
If the Play Audio action is selected, you can change the audio clip associated with a button by selecting the
Browse button to the right of the Audio box. A dialog for selecting the sound file (in .wav format) will pop up.
Select one of the sound files and then select OK (or just double-select the file). If you want to preview the file
before selecting it, select the file and then select the Preview button. If you want to record a new sound file,
select the Record button and the Sound Recorder dialog will appear. See section 4.21 for instructions on
how to use this dialog to record .wav files. As with pictures, if the button label is blank when you select an
audio file, that filename will be inserted in the Label box. You can select the Audio box to set the label to be
the same as the file name.
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4.19.8. Labels Tab: Clearing a Button's Contents
If you want to restore the action, label, message, audio, and picture of a button to its default state, select the
Reset button. Be careful when selecting this option - you will lose any previous changes you had made to
the button. If you only want to erase the picture on a button, select the Clear button.
4.19.9. Labels Tab: Editing the "Next" Button
Once you have completed editing the current button, you can edit the "next" button on the page by selecting
the Next button. The button order is just like word order in reading - left-to-right and top-to-bottom. Selecting
the Next button is exactly the same as selecting the OK button and then double-selecting the next button to
edit it. After you use the Next button, any changes you made to the "previous" button cannot be undone.
4.19.10. This Button Tab: Changing the Appearance of a Single Button
You can change the Font, Font Color, Body Color, Border Color and Border Width settings of the button
using the controls on the This Button tab of the Button Properties dialog. Use the drop-down menus to select
the font or color you want for the button. The available fonts range from 11 point (extremely small) to 40 point
(extremely large). A wide range of colors is available. If you are planning to use symbols on the button, you
will probably want to use a light color - the symbols do not look as good on dark backgrounds. The "Pale"
and "Wash" colors work best. The Border Width drop-down menu allows you to specify the width of the
colored button border, from 0 (non-existent) to 9 (very wide).
Figure 28: The Button Properties Dialog, This Button Tab
The fonts or colors you set on the This Button tab will override any default settings you make on the All
Buttons tab (see section 4.19.11). If you would prefer the button to use a default font or color setting, select
the <Default> option for that setting. You can also select the Use Defaults button to reset all the button
settings to the defaults specified on the All Buttons tab.
If you do not want a button to appear on the page at all, select the Hide Button check box. After checking
this box, the button preview will be replaced with the word "Hidden.” When you exit out of the Button
Properties dialog, you will find that the button has disappeared from the page. You can still select and edit it
the button, but it will be both invisible and unselectable once you return to Run Mode. If you want to restore
a hidden button, simply uncheck the Hide Button box in the This Button tab.
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4.19.11. All Buttons Tab: Changing the Appearance of All Buttons
If you do not specify the font, color, border color or border width settings for a button, it will use the default
button appearances that are specified on the All Buttons tab. If you have defined a non-default value for a
setting on the This Button tab, you will be unable to change that particular setting on the All Buttons tab. If
you want the button to use the default appearances for your Palmtop device, select the Use Defaults button.
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Note: Selecting the defaults will not change any override settings you made on the This Buttons
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Figure 29: The Button Properties Dialog, All Buttons Tab
4.19.12. Advanced Tab: Changing the Page and Row Features
The controls on the Advanced tab are used to change page features (such as colors and auditory feedback
for scanning) and advanced button properties (such as shape and label position). You can change the
background color of the current page using the Page Color drop-down menu. The Default Page Color dropdown menu is used to set the default background color for all pages. If Page Color is set as <Default>, the
Default Page Color will be used for the current page.
Figure 30: The Button Properties Dialog, Advanced Tab
The Default Button Style control allows you to set the form of the buttons. You can choose from rectangular
(the default), raised, rounded, and beveled. If you select beveled, you will be unable to change any of the
button colors - the colors are fixed for this style.
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By default, button labels appear below the button symbols. To move the labels above the symbols, select the
Swap Label Pos button. Selecting the Swap Label Pos button again will restore the original layout.
If you are using the scanning input method with audio feedback, you can also use the Advanced tab to set
the audio cue that will be spoken as each row on the page is highlighted. By default, Palmtop will say "Row
1", "Row 2", … as you scan through the rows. To change this, select the row from the This Row drop-down
menu, then enter the new description in the Row Description box. Remember that audio scanning must be
activated through the Audio Feedback option of the Scanning dialog (see section 4.7).
You can restore page colors and scanning descriptions to their default values by selecting the Use Defaults
button.
By default, a button that has a secondary action (see section 4.19.2) will include a small arrow in a box in
the upper corner of the button. This graphic is designed to remind the user of the button's secondary action.
For some users, however, the arrows may be distracting or confusing. The arrows can be disabled by
checking the Hide Arrows check box.
4.20. Symbol Selection Dialog
Invoked from the Labels tab of the Button Properties dialog, the Symbol Selection dialog provides a
convenient method for previewing and selecting an image for buttons. The Palmtop device and PC Editor
ship with over 8800 Mayer-Johnson PCS symbols already installed. However, if you are working with the PC
Demo, you will only have access to a sample set of 150 Mayer-Johnson images.
Figure 31: The Symbol Selection Dialog
The viewport in the Symbol Selection dialog lets you explore the various symbol categories. Select the folder
in the viewport to open that folder and see the symbols that it contains. To preview a symbol, select its name
in the symbol viewport. The text box below the symbol viewport shows the folder to which the preview
symbol belongs. If you are using an external keyboard with your Palmtop device (or the PC Editor software
on your Windows computer), you can use the keyboard arrow keys to quickly step through previews of the
symbols. Select the OK button to select the previewed symbol and exit the Symbol Selection dialog. You
can also double-select a symbol name to select that symbol and close the dialog.
The Symbol Selection dialog also has a search feature that allows you to type in the name or partial name of
the symbol that you are looking for. Type the word or string in the Search box and then select the Search
button. The symbol search engine will identify all of the matching symbols or categories and display the
results in the viewport on the left. Select the Browse button to return to browsing the entire symbol library.
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In the future, DynaVox may offer additional symbols set as an option. When additional symbol sets are
installed, they are accessible through the Symbol Selection dialog by selecting Up a Folder from the symbol
viewport until this choice is no longer available. At this point, you will see the three default symbol sets Custom, Enkidu, and MJ (the Mayer-Johnson color PCS symbols) - plus any other installed sets. To browse
through the pictures, select the name of the symbol set.
4.20.1. Importing Images
You can use the PC Editor software to transfer custom pictures from your computer to your Palmtop device
and assign the pictures as button symbols. The PC Editor will handle most .bmp, .gif, and .jpeg images
(although there are some non-standard versions of these formats that it will not handle). The PC Editor will
automatically resize your pictures to properly fit the buttons in your Palmtop configurations. When you import
an image, the PC Editor will make a copy, resize the copy, and then store it in with other "custom" images
(as opposed to the "standard" symbols that are supplied with your Palmtop device). When you transfer a
configuration from the PC to your Palmtop device by selecting Tools > Transfer Utilities > Transfer Files
option (see section 4.17), any custom images used by that configuration will also be transferred to your
device.
Images are imported through the Symbol Selection dialog in the PC Editor software. From the Labels tab of
the Button Properties dialog, select the Browse button. Then select the Import button. You can now browse
your computer hard drive for .bmp, .gif, and .jpeg images. When you find the image you want to import,
double-click it to select it.
You will see a preview of the image, scaled to fit the button. You can now browse through the images on
your hard drive from the Symbol Selection dialog just as you normally do for symbols. Once you have
selected the image you want to import, select OK and the image will appear on the button. If you decide that
you do not want to import an image, you can select the Cancel button to close the Symbol Selection dialog,
or you can click the Home button to return to browsing the symbols that are supplied with your Palmtop
device and PC Editor software.
If you select Browse for a button that has a custom image, you will start browsing in the Custom folder. If
you move up a folder, you will find yourself at the top level symbol folder (where all of the installed symbol
sets will be listed). If you want to reuse an image you have already imported, browse to the Custom folder you do not have to re-import the image.
If you encounter problems when you try to import an image, or if you want to import an image that is not a
.bmp, .gif, or .jpeg file, try saving it to a different format using a third-party photo editing software. There are
many such commercial and freeware programs available for converting graphics formats.
4.20.2. Pasting Images
Using the PC Editor software, you can also paste images from your system clipboard into the Symbol
Selection dialog. Pasting an image is much like importing an image, but instead of selecting Import from the
Symbol Selection dialog, you select Paste. If there is a valid image on your system clipboard, it will appear
in the preview box of the dialog. If you decide that you do not want to use that image on your button, you
can select the Home button to return to browsing the provided symbols, you can select the Import button to
import a picture from your hard drive, or you select the Cancel button to close the Symbol Selection dialog.
If you decide to keep the pasted picture, select OK. Once you do this, a dialog will appear and ask you to
name the image. The Palmtop software will suggest a generic name (something like "Image0003.jpg"). If you
will not be using this picture in other configurations or on other buttons, you can select OK to use the generic
name. If you want to reuse the image, however, you should give it a descriptive name, making it easier to
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find later. To change the image name from the suggested default name, simply type in the new name, then
select OK. The image will be scaled and stored in the Custom folder.
4.20.3. Adding Mayer-Johnson Symbol Sets
Your device will come pre-loaded with approximately 8800 color symbols. This represents all of the core
Mayer-Johnson symbols, including the 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004 and 2006 addenda. Additional images are
available on your Palmtop 3 CD. These include black and white versions of the core symbols and three sets
of sign language symbols (color, dark-skinned color, and black and white). To install or uninstall symbol sets
from your device and your PC Editor, browse to the Extra folder on your Palmtop 3 CD and double-click on
the appropriate file (for example, the Install MJ BW.bat file will load the black and white core symbols). See
section 6.5 for additional details.
4.21. Sound Recorder Dialog
The Sound Recorder dialog allows you to record digital sound files either right on your device or on your
computer (using the PC Editor software).
You can open the Sound Recorder dialog while browsing for a sound file to include on a button that has a
Play Audio action (see section 4.19.7). When the dialog for selecting .wav files opens, select the Record
button to open the Sound Recorder dialog.
The sound files that you record on the device are stored on the same memory card that contains your
configurations, so you must be careful not to use up all your available memory. The Time box shows how
long a sound clip you can record at the quality set with the Speech Quality drop-down menu. You will be able
to record more speech at Low quality than you can at Medium quality, and more at Medium than you can at
High. In most situations, the Low or Medium settings provide more than adequate speech quality.
Figure 32: The Sound Recorder Dialog
To record speech, select the desired Speech Quality and then select the Record button. Your Palmtop
device will immediately begin to record sound through the device's built-in microphone (see Figure 1). As you
record, the Rec Time box will show how long the speech clip is, while the File Size box will show the size of
the clip. The Time box will also change to show how much more speech you can store on the memory card.
Select Stop when you have finished recording. You can listen to what you have recorded by selecting the
Play button. After you are satisfied with the recording, enter a name for the speech clip in the Filename box
and then select OK.
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To record the best digitized speech, practice a bit with different speaking volumes and distances from the
microphone. Try to record speech in a quiet environment. To avoid clicks at the start and end of a speech
clip, try leaving brief pauses of roughly half a second before and after you speak.
If you are recording speech on your computer using the PC Editor software, you will need to export the
sound files by selecting Tools > Transfer Utilities > Transfer Files before you can incorporate them into the
configurations on your Palmtop device. See section 4.17 for details. Remember that sound files automatically
get copied to your device whenever you transfer the configuration that uses them.
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Section 5: Creating and Editing
Configurations
5.1. Creating a New Symbol Configuration
Your Palmtop device provides a configuration editor that enables you to create new symbol-based and
phrase-based pages. If you are interested in adding phrase pages to an existing standard configuration, see
section 5.1.4.
To create a new configuration, select File > Configurations > New Config. The New Configuration dialog
will open. Type the name of the configuration in the Configuration box using the small onscreen keyboard or
an external keyboard.
Then select either Symbol or Symbol + Predict from the Template drop-down menu. The only difference
between these two configuration templates is that the latter includes an onscreen keyboard with word
prediction, while the former has an onscreen keyboard without word prediction. You can change keyboards
later if necessary (see section 5.6).
After you have selected a name and template for your configuration, select OK. After a few seconds, you will
be asked to name the first page of the configuration in a new dialog. Page names provide a way to navigate
to different pages within the configuration. By default, the name "Page 1" will be assigned to the first page of
your new configuration. To give the page a more descriptive name (like "Food" or "Medical Care"), enter the
name in the New Page Name box.
You can also select the number of buttons that appear on a page using the Page Type drop-down menu. The
available grid sizes are 2x2, 2x3 No Labels, 3x3, 3x4, 3x4 Small Symbols, 4x4, 4x5, 5x5, Scene 1, Scene 2,
Scene 4, Scene 1+3, Scene 3+1, Schedule 8, Visual Rules 4, 1x4 Phrase, 2x6 Phrase and 2x8 Phrase. The
numbers represents the columns and rows, respectively. Most pages are designed for use with pictures and
icons, and have buttons which are more-or-less square. The 2x3 No Labels configuration has buttons that
are too squat to include both text labels and symbols. The Phrase pages are designed for showing longer
text sentences, and have buttons which are much wider than they are tall (these buttons cannot display
symbols). The Scene pages have a row of small buttons along the top of the page, then larger buttons below
arranged in various ways. The Schedule page is for dividing tasks into before/after or first/next kinds of
sequences. Similarly, the Visual Rules page allows you to show a connection between a concept on the left
and right. Both the Visual Rules and Schedule pages include black lines or arrows between the buttons to
visually divide or link the buttons. Note that if your page background is black, you will not see those lines and
arrows. You can mix pages with different grid sizes in a single configuration.
After you have set the page name and type, select OK. The Palmtop software will create your first page.
You will see a grid of blank buttons. To edit your new configuration, select View > Go to Edit Mode from the
menu bar. While you are in Edit Mode, a flashing red border will be visible around the edge of the
configuration. You can now add pictures and text to your buttons, move buttons around, change the colors
and fonts of the buttons, and add new pages (see sections 4.19 inclusive, 4.20 inclusive, 4.21 and 5.1.1).
When you are done editing a configuration, select View > Go to Run Mode to exit Edit Mode. If you
changed the configuration at all, you will be asked if you want to save the changes you made. If you select
Yes, the configuration will be saved to the file you specified when you first created (or loaded) the
configuration. If you select No, the changes you made while in Edit Mode will remain, but the configuration
will not be saved to a file.
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Note: Make sure to save your configuration before loading a different configuration or creating a
new configuration or exiting the Palmtop software. If you do not, any changes you made since
the last time your configuration was saved will be lost. Select File > Configurations > Save
Config to save the latest version of your configuration.
5.1.1. Editing a Single Button (in Edit Mode)
To edit the text, symbol or colors of a button while your Palmtop device is in Edit Mode, select the button
twice in quick succession. After you do this, the Button Properties dialog will open so you can edit the button.
If you want to change the font, color, or style of all the buttons at the same time, you can do this by doubleselecting any button, then selecting the All Buttons tab of the Button Properties dialog. See section 4.19 for
a complete discussion of this dialog.
5.1.2. Swapping Two Buttons (in Edit Mode)
You can quickly rearrange the layout of buttons on a page using "drag-and-drop swapping." This procedure
allows you to swap the contents of two buttons. Select the first button with your stylus (or finger) and
maintain your selection. Quickly drag the button over the top of the second button, then release your
selection from the screen. The contents of the two buttons will be immediately swapped. While you are
dragging the button you will see a rectangular outline of the button moving along with your selection. The
first button will appear in its selected state, as will the button your selection is currently over. If you release
your selection when the button is not over any button or it is over the first button, no swap will occur.
If you maintain your initial selection too long without moving it, the popup menu described in section 5.1.3
will appear. If this happens, you will need to select an area outside of the popup menu to close it, and try to
swap the buttons again.
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Note: Only buttons of the exact same size and shape can be swapped. When you drag a
button over a valid swap partner, the color of the swap partner will change to indicate that a
swap is possible. If a swap is not possible, the color will not change.
5.1.3. Cutting, Copying, and Pasting Buttons (in Edit Mode)
In many Windows applications, clicking on the right mouse button will open a menu that provides quick
access to common commands. The Palmtop software has popup menus to help you with editing. To open
this menu in the PC Editor, move the mouse over a button and click the right mouse button. To open the
popup menu on your Palmtop device, select a button and hold the stylus (or your finger) against the screen
without moving. After about a second, the popup menu will open. Remember not to move your selection or
you will start the “drag-and-drop swap” operation described in section 5.1.2.
The popup menu contains some familiar options. Select Copy Button to copy the contents of the current
button into a clipboard, or select Cut Button to copy the contents and then reset the button to a blank state.
Once you have copied or cut a button, you can open the popup menu over another button and select Paste
Button. The contents of the button that you just copied (or cut) will appear. If you do not want to copy the
graphics or text of a button, but only its appearance (body color, border color, border width, font color, and
font - the features you can set on the This Button tab of the Button Properties dialog), select Paste Look.
This option can be extremely useful for quickly creating blocks of buttons with similar appearances.
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If you select Clear Button, the button contents will be erased but you will not be able to paste the cleared
button somewhere else later. Selecting Edit Button is equivalent to double-selecting the button - the Button
Properties dialog will appear so that you can edit the button (see section 4.19).
You can hide (or show) individual buttons by selecting the Hide Button (or Show Button) popup menu
items. This is the equivalent of checking (or unchecking) the Hide Button box in the This Button tab of the
Button Properties dialog (see section 4.19.10). A hidden button will be invisible, but can still be selected
while in Edit Mode. In Run Mode, a hidden button is both invisible and unselectable.
The popup menu also includes an Undo option that enables you to reverse the effects of the last button
editing command. This menu item is only enabled for the single button that was most recently edited. After
you have used Undo on a button, you can use Redo to restore the button changes. The Undo and Redo
options will not work if you change pages or if you leave Edit Mode and then return.
In the PC Editor software, you can use the familiar Windows shortcuts to cut, copy, and paste the contents of
the buttons, and to undo the previous action. Move the mouse over the target button and press Ctrl+C to
copy, Ctrl+X to cut, Ctrl+V to paste, and Ctrl+Z to undo or redo the last action. Additionally, you can use
Ctrl+B to perform the Paste Look function and Ctrl+H to hide or show a button.
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Note: You cannot cut and paste between the PC Editor and other applications.
If you are using the PC Editor, you can position the mouse over a button and use the PC keyboard to
append text to the button label (and message) without having to go into the Button Properties dialog.
Pressing the Enter key on the keyboard will erase the label of the button.
5.1.4. Adding a New Page
To add a new page to a configuration you can either select the Add Page icon from the toolbar (see Figure
6) or select View > Page Editing > Add Page. In either case, a dialog will open and request information
about the new page. You can type out a name for the new page or use the default name suggested by your
Palmtop device. You will also have to select an option in the Page Type drop-down menu that indicates the
size of the button grid on that page (for example, 2x2 or 4x4). After you select OK, a blank page will be
created and you will be back in Edit Mode.
You can also create a new page while editing a navigation button in the Button Properties dialog. This can
be very convenient since you often do not realize that you need a new page until you are editing the button
that will link to it. To add a page from the Button Properties dialog, simply select <New Page> from the
Navigate drop-down menu, then enter the page name and layout as above (see section 4.19.6).
If you want to create a copy of the current page, select View > Page Editing > Duplicate Page. You must
specify a new name for the page in the Name of New Page box, but you cannot specify a page type - it must
be of the same type as the page that is being copied. After selecting OK, you will be returned to Edit Mode
on the new page. Because you duplicated the page you were on, it may not look like the screen changed at
all. However, you can identify the current page by looking at the page name shown in the Edit Mode toolbar
(see Figure 10).
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5.1.5. Previewing Buttons (in Edit Mode)
If your Palmtop device is in Edit Mode and you want to try out a button to see what it says or does, select it
once. After a short pause (less than a second), the button action will be previewed. When previewing, make
sure that you select and release in the same spot so that the software does not think that you want to
perform the “drag-and-drop swap” operation. Also, do not select and hold for too long or the editing popup
menu will appear.
5.1.6. Navigating Between Pages (in Edit Mode)
There are three ways to navigate to a different page from Edit Mode. First, you can use the Page drop-down
menu embedded in the toolbar at the bottom of the screen (see Figure 10). This menu allows you to quickly
access any page in the configuration. You can also select View > Page Editing > Go to Page. Finally, you
can select a navigation button in the configuration and you will be taken to the page indicated by that button.
5.2. Editing an Existing Symbol Configuration
After you create and save a new symbol-based or phrase-based configuration, you can edit it at any time.
Load the configuration by selecting File > User Configs, and then select View > Go to Edit Mode to enter
Edit Mode. You can edit existing buttons, add new pages, and use any of the other configuration editing
functions described in previous sections of chapter 5. Make sure to save the configuration when you are
done making changes by selecting File > Configurations > Save Config.
5.3. Editing a Standard Configuration
In addition to creating and editing new symbol-based and phrase-based interfaces, you can also edit the
phrase pages associated with many of the standard configurations. To modify a standard configuration,
select File > Standard Configs and select the configuration that you want to edit. Once it loads, enter Edit
Mode by selecting View > Go to Edit Mode. You can now edit the default phrase page ("Page 1") and add
new phrase pages. Since the editable pages will contain only phrase buttons, you cannot add pictures to the
buttons. All other editing functions will be available, however.
When you are finished editing, select View > Go to Run Mode. Select Yes to save your changes. If this is
the first time you have saved changes to this standard configuration, you will be prompted to enter a name
for the edited configuration. You can use the standard configuration name or choose your own. In either
case, the modified configuration will now be available through the File > User Configs menu rather than the
File > Standard Configs menu. This prevents the accidental erasure of the standard configurations that ship
with your Palmtop device.
5.4. Editing Onscreen Keyboards
All onscreen keyboards are editable within the Palmtop software, with some important restrictions. Unlike
buttons on phrase pages and symbol pages, you cannot change the content of the individual keyboard
buttons. An "e" will always be an "e" and the Shift key will always be a Shift key. However, you can change
the colors and fonts of keyboard buttons, and you can swap the button positions. When you edit a keyboard
button, you will find that all of the editing controls on the Labels tab of the Button Properties dialog are
disabled. The editing controls on the other tabs are fully functional.
When using the “drag-and-drop swap” method to move editor keys around, you can only swap buttons that
are exactly the same size. When you drag a button over a valid swap partner, the color of the swap partner
will change to indicate that a swap is possible. If a swap is not possible, the color will not change.
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You will also find that when you use the All Buttons tab of the Button Properties dialog to change the font or
color of keyboard buttons, only those buttons with exactly the same size as the current button will be
affected. To change the look of all of the buttons on the keyboard, you will need to use the All Buttons tab for
one button of each unique size.
5.5. Importing and Exporting Pages
You might want to share symbol or phrase pages with another person, or between configurations. Your
Palmtop device provides you with a method to save one or more pages to a file so that these pages can be
loaded into another configuration. To export a series of pages to a file, go into Edit Mode by selecting View >
Go to Edit Mode. Then select View > Page Editing > Export Pages. You will see a list of all the exportable
pages in the current configuration. Select all the pages you want to export. The pages you select will be
highlighted. To unselect a page, select it a second time. When you have selected all the pages that you want
to export, select OK. You will then be prompted to enter a name for the Page file. Enter a descriptive name
and select OK.
You have now created a Page file which can be thought of as a temporary file for holding a number of
pages. A Page file can be transferred just like any other file in the system. In most cases, it is simply used to
store the pages for importing into another configuration on the same device.
Figure 33: The Export Page Dialog
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Note: Before you import pages, make certain that you have loaded the configuration that you
want to contain the pages being imported.
To import pages from a Page file, select View > Page Editing > Import Pages while in Edit Mode. Select a
file from the list of available Page files and select OK. After a few seconds, the specified pages will be
available in the current configuration. To use these pages, you will need to add navigation links from the
original pages so that you can get to them (see section 4.19.1).
When you import pages, some of the imported page names may be identical to existing page names. To
differentiate the new pages from the old pages, the Palmtop software will automatically append a number to
the new page names. For example, if you had a "Greetings" page in a configuration and imported a page
with the same name, the name of the imported page would be changed to "Greetings 1". A dialog will appear
to tell you of the change. After the page importing process has completed, you can change the name of an
imported page by selecting View > Page Editing > Rename Page.
You cannot use the Export Pages and Import Pages options for onscreen keyboards. To save and load
customized keyboards, you must use the Export Keyboard and Import Keyboard options.
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5.6. Importing and Exporting Keyboards
You can use any provided keyboard with symbol-based pages. To change keyboards, go into Edit Mode by
selecting View > Go to Edit Mode. Then select View > Page Editing > Import Keyboard. A list of available
keyboards (from all configurations) will appear. Select the keyboard that you want to use and select OK. In
order to add the new keyboard, Palmtop will need to reload the configuration. If you are already using a user
configuration, the system will reload the configuration with the new keyboard. If you are using a standard
configuration, you will be prompted to specify a user configuration name before the reload occurs. Once the
configuration is reloaded, the current configuration will have access to the new keyboard.
You can also export custom keyboards to keyboard files so that they can be used in other configurations. To
do this, go into Edit Mode and select View > Page Editing > Export Keyboard. You will then be asked to
enter the name of the keyboard file. The resulting keyboard can be imported into any configuration.
5.7. Locking and Unlocking Configurations
You can lock a configuration to prevent anyone from editing it without knowing the password. This is also
useful for preventing accidental changes. To lock a configuration, select View > Lock Config. Select Yes to
lock the configuration with a password (you may also select No to lock the configuration without assigning a
password). A new dialog will open and you will be asked to enter the password. Select OK once you have
done so, and you will be asked to confirm the password. Select OK again and the configuration will now be
locked. After you have set the password, select File > Configurations > Save Config to save the
configuration.
If you try to edit a locked configuration, you will be prompted for the password. If you supply an incorrect
password, you will be unable to edit the configuration. If you provide the correct password, the configuration
will remain unlocked until you lock it again. Whenever you re-lock a configuration, you will be asked whether
you want to use the existing password or set a new password.
If you forget your configuration password, you can use the backup password. Select View > About IMPACT.
The backup password is the first eight characters of the ID string.
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Section 6: The PC Editor
The PC Editor software will run on any Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP computer. The primary purpose of the
PC Editor is to allow you to design and test configurations on your desktop or laptop computer. Using a
keyboard and mouse to develop configurations can be much quicker and more efficient than doing so on the
Palmtop device itself. The software also allows you to work on configurations when the Palmtop device is not
available.
6.1. Installing the PC Editor
To install the PC Editor, insert the Palmtop 3 CD into your computer and follow the onscreen directions. If
you do not see any instructions after half a minute or so, navigate to your CD through Windows Explorer and
double-click setup.exe.
By default, both the Palmtop Editor software and the iChat Editor software will be installed, unless you
uncheck the boxes on the Install Options screen.
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Note: Make sure that you use the Palmtop Editor software for creating and editing
configurations.
By default, the setup program will also install the free Microsoft text-to-speech voices so that you can have
speech output from the PC Editor. Remember that your Palmtop uses DECtalk and Acapela voices for
speech synthesis, so speech will sound different on your PC.
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Note: Due to licensing restrictions, DynaVox is unable to provide DECtalk or Acapela voices for
the PC Editor software.
6.2. Using the PC Editor
Once you have successfully installed the PC Editor software, you can start it by selecting Start > Programs
> DynaVox Palmtop-iChat Editor > Palmtop Editor. You can use this program just as you would use the
software on your Palmtop device. Although the dialog boxes will be slightly different, and some of the options
are modified for the computer, the Palmtop User's Guide will serve just as well for the PC Editor as it does
for the device itself.
6.3. Connecting to the Palmtop Device
Before you can transfer any configurations to or from your Palmtop device, you will have to configure your
PC to recognize the device through a Microsoft program called ActiveSync. This program will also be
installed by default when you run the PC Editor setup. If you are installing the PC Editor on a computer
running Windows Vista, the installer will detect that and install Microsoft Mobile Device Center instead of
ActiveSync.
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After ActiveSync has been installed, attach your Palmtop device to your computer using the supplied USB
sync cable (see Figure 5). The cable plugs into the sync cable connector on the left side of the Palmtop
device (see Figure 4). After your Palmtop device is attached to your computer, turn it on. ActiveSync should
automatically start up and initiate a connection. If ActiveSync does not start by itself, start it manually on your
computer by selecting Start > Programs > Microsoft ActiveSync, then select File > Get Connected and
select Next. If you still have trouble connecting, please consult the ActiveSync online help.
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Note: ActiveSync is a Microsoft program. If you have persistent problems getting connected, you
may have to contact the technical support department of Microsoft or Dell.
Once ActiveSync has identified your Palmtop device, it will ask you to set up a partnership between the
computer and your device. If you select Cancel, you will still have a connection with the device that will allow
you to transfer files. However, the next time you connect your Palmtop device to your PC, you will have to
select Cancel again. If you would prefer to avoid that connection screen on the PC, you can select Next
when prompted to make a connection. Uncheck all of the entries and click Next again. Finally, click Finish to
complete setting up the partnership. The next time you connect your Palmtop device to your PC, it should
automatically recognize it - you will not have to go through this partnership procedure again.
When ActiveSync is running, your device will show up in Windows Explorer as "Mobile Device." You will be
able to browse through its memory card just as if it were another hard drive on your computer. More
importantly, the PC Editor will be able to transfer configurations (and other files) to and from your Palmtop
device.
6.4. Editing and Transferring Configurations
Once your Palmtop device is connected to your PC, you will be able to use the PC Editor software to transfer
configurations to and from the device by selecting Tools > Transfer Utilities > Transfer Files menu item (as
described in section 4.17). Depending on the size of your configurations and the number of custom images
and sounds that they use, these transfers can take several minutes.
If you receive a packed configuration file from the Internet, your best approach will be to transfer it to your
Palmtop device using Tools > Transfer Utilities > File Transfer from the PC Editor software. Once the
packed configuration is on your Palmtop device, you can unpack it using Tools > File Utilities > Unpack
Config. After the file has been successfully unpacked, you will be asked if you want to delete the packed file
from your device's memory card. To save space, it is recommend that you answer Yes to delete the packed
file.
6.5. Installing and Uninstalling Mayer-Johnson Symbol Sets
Your device is pre-loaded with the 8800 color symbols offered by Mayer-Johnson. This includes the original
symbols, and the 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004 and 2006 addenda. For most people, these images will be
sufficient. However, you may prefer to use the black and white variants of these symbols, or to use the
extensive library of Mayer-Johnson sign language symbols (available in color, dark-skinned, and black and
white). Using programs on the Palmtop 3 CD, you can install and uninstall symbol sets.
To install any of the other symbol sets, you will first need to install the PC Editor software and use
ActiveSync to connect your Palmtop device to your computer, as described section 6.3. Insert the Palmtop 3
CD into your computer, but this time select Cancel when the Editor installation window appears. Now use
Windows Explorer to look at the contents of the Palmtop 3 CD, and open the folder called Extra. Then
navigate to the Palmtop folder. Here you will find a number of script files for installing and installing symbol
sets. These are:
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Install MJ - Install core and addendum color symbols (8831 images)
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Install MJ BW - Install black and white core and addendum symbols (8831 images)
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Install MJ SL - Install color sign language symbols (2367 images)
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Install MJ SL DK - Install dark-skinned color sign language symbols (2031 images)
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Install MJ SL BW - Install black and white sign language symbols (2367 images)
Symbol sets will be installed both on your Palmtop device and in your PC Editor software. There are also
script files for uninstalling each of these symbol sets. Since the symbol sets can take up a lot of storage
space on your Palmtop device (and can also slow down the symbol search facility), it is highly recommended
that you uninstall any symbol sets that you are not planning on using.
To run any of the scripts, simply double-click on the appropriate file in your Windows Explorer window. A
window will appear on your PC. Click on the Start button to run the script. The installation scripts will only
run if:
1) The PC Editor software has been installed on your computer.
2) Your device is connected to your PC using ActiveSync.
If these conditions are met, the installation program will inform you of the progress of the installation. Please
note that installing or uninstalling an image set may require 30 minutes or more, as information is transferred
between your PC and your Palmtop device via ActiveSync. If you have to stop the process for any reason,
you will have to start over from the beginning. Although the installation program tries to keep you informed of
its progress, there may be times when it does not look like anything is happening for several minutes. Please
be patient, especially during the phase in which it tells you that it is "Analyzing Modules."
To see which symbol sets you already have installed, select View > About IMPACT on your Palmtop device.
The Symbols line in the subsequent window will list the installed image sets. The Storage line will show you
how much free storage space you have.
Warning: While it is tempting to install additional symbol sets on your device, restraint is
recommended when doing so. Installing too many symbol sets at once will occupy all of your
storage memory and slow down symbol searches. If you decide to install alternative symbol sets,
consider also uninstalling other sets to increase the available storage space on your Palmtop
device.
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Section 7: Configurations
Note to Scanners: With the exception of the List and Morse-Only configurations, all configurations are
designed to work properly with scanning input. However, because they are not all optimized specifically for
scanning, it is recommended that scanning users learn to use the Scan-List or Scan-Char configuration to
take full advantage of all the communication and message production features of the device.
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Note: Most of the configurations include additional features that can be accessed through the
use of the Ctrl or Shift prefix keys. Functions such as Speak Word or Speak Sentence, Undo and
Redo, and Back-Word or Back-Line are a few of the special functions that can be found. Look
for these shortcuts to make your communication experience fast and efficient.
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7.1. Introduction
All of the standard configurations provided on your Palmtop device allow you to spell out messages
character by character. Some allow you to select symbols that represent words or phrases. Each
configuration (with the exception of List and Morse-Only) consists of a series of buttons with letters, symbols,
and punctuation marks, along with buttons for editing and controlling speech. The Symbol-Base configuration
also includes a number of topic-organized pages with Mayer-Johnson symbols. Many configurations also
have a word prediction list that provides immediate access to words as you type them.
Because there are more characters than there are onscreen buttons, most of the configurations have a
second page that contains numbers and symbols. This page is accessed by selecting the Numbers button.
Selecting the Letters button will return you to the normal page of characters.
Many of the configurations also include a button labeled Phrases. This button links to a page that contains
buttons that hold user-defined words or phrases. The first phrase page can also have links to additional
phrase pages. For more information on adding and editing phrase pages, see section 5.3.
Most of the non-character buttons have graphical icons that reflect their function. For example, the Shift
button has an arrow pointing upwards. The meaning of the various icons are provided here:
Cursor Movements
Name
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
left
right
sentence left
sentence right
word left
word right
Action
moves
moves
moves
moves
moves
moves
the
the
the
the
the
the
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
one
one
one
one
one
one
character to the left
character to the right
sentence to the left
sentence to the right
word to the left
word to the right
Text Deletion
Name
Backspace
Back word
Back line
Clear
Action
deletes the character preceding the cursor
deletes the word preceding the cursor
clears the current line in the Editor Window
clears the Editor Window for a new message
Modifiers
CTRL
Name
Control
Shift
Action
sets the control modifier
sets the shifted state of the keyboard
Special Functions
Name
Undo
Redo
New line
Action
"un-does" the last text action
"re-does" the previous "undo" text action
starts a new line of text
Speech Functions
Name
Speak sentence
Speak word
Action
speaks the current sentence
speaks the current word
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7.2. Keyboard Shortcuts
Your Palmtop device allows you to use an external keyboard for inputting text. A number of shortcuts are
provided so that a keyboard can also be used to efficiently edit text, control speech, and configure various
aspects of the system. You can use these shortcuts by selecting the Ctrl (or Shift) key and then selecting the
appropriate shortcut key.
Shortcut
Shift + Left Arrow
Shift + Right Arrow
Ctrl + Left Arrow
Ctrl + Right Arrow
Action
moves
moves
moves
moves
Text Deletion
Back word
Clear
Shortcut
Ctrl + Backspace
Ctrl + Enter
Action
deletes the word preceding the cursor
clears the Editor Window for a new message
Special Functions
Undo
Redo
Swap
Set message
Pause logging
Toggle Full Screen
Shortcut
Ctrl + Z
Ctrl + Y
Ctrl + R
Ctrl + D
Ctrl + L
Ctrl + F
Action
"un-does" the last text action
"re-does" the previous "undo" text action
swaps message to buffer (see section 4.19.1.1)
assigns text to button (see section 4.19.1.1)
pauses activity logging (see section 4.1.3.6)
toggles Full Screen display
Speech Functions
Speak sentence
Speak word
Speak editor
Stop speech
Toggle speech
Shortcut
Ctrl + S
Ctrl + W
Ctrl + E
Ctrl + X
Ctrl + T
Action
speaks the current sentence
speaks the current word
speaks the entire contents of the Editor Window
stops speech immediately
toggles speech on or off (see section 4.19.1.1)
Navigation Functions
Navigate back
Navigate home
Navigate options
Navigate phrase
Shortcut
Ctrl + B
Ctrl + H
Ctrl + O
Ctrl + P
Action
navigates
navigates
navigates
navigates
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
Cursor
Movements
sentence left
sentence right
word left
word right
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cursor
cursor
cursor
to
to
to
to
one
one
one
one
sentence to the left
sentence to the right
word to the left
word to the right
previous page
home page
options page (see section 7.31)
phrase page ("Page 1")
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7.3. Config - 12 Button Adult
This configuration is designed to provide adults with basic vocabulary for conversation during everyday
activities. The master page/chapter master navigational strategy can be used to access pages of categorybased words, phrases and sentences. The vocabulary is designed to encourage the initiation of dialog and
conversational participation in social, personal and work-related environments.
Figure 34: 12 Button Adult
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7.4. Config - Adult Conversation
The Adult Conversation configuration is designed for adolescents and adults with acquired communication
impairments. This is a symbol-based configuration for individuals who are not fully literate. Vocabulary is
presented as full sentences, phrases and single words. The configuration also features a QWERTY keyboard
with word prediction and page editing capabilities.
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Note: The vocabulary featured in this configuration is based in part on the work of David R.
Beukelman, Ph.D.
Figure 35: Adult Conversation
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7.5. Config - Adult Conversation Words Only
This configuration is designed to provide access to quick sentences and phrases used during typical
conversations. It was designed for adolescents and adults. Vocabulary is presented as full sentences,
phrases and single words. This is a text-based configuration that presumes a high degree of literacy. The
configuration also features a QWERTY keyboard with word prediction and page editing capabilities.
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Note: The vocabulary featured in this configuration is based in part on the work of David R.
Beukelman, Ph.D.
Figure 36: Adult Conversation Words Only
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7.6. Config - Alpha: Alphabetic Matrix
Designed as an introductory interface for learning the Palmtop software, the Alpha configuration provides a
familiar alphabet arrangement, allowing beginners to easily find letters while typing. Phrase pages are
included with this configuration. Examples of the Numbers and Phrases pages are shown here. Since these
two pages are very similar for other configurations, no other examples will be provided.
Figure 37: Alpha - Letters Page
Figure 38: Alpha - Numbers Page
Figure 39: Alpha - Phrase Page
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7.7. Config - Alpha-List: Alphabetic Matrix with Prediction List
The Alpha-List configuration maintains the same alphabetical character arrangement as the Alpha
configuration, but also incorporates a prediction list with up to four words. Phrase pages are included with
this configuration. The Morse code input method can be used with the Alpha-List configuration.
Figure 40: Alpha-List
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7.8. Configs - Ambiguous Keypads
The Palmtop software includes two configurations designed for text entry from a telephone-like keypad (three
characters on each key). These configurations are suitable for users who have trouble selecting the small
keys of the other interfaces, but still want to use touchscreen selection rather than scanning. Since each key
can represent any one of three letters, the Palmtop software works to determine the desired letter.
7.8.1. Config - Ambig-Char: Ambiguous Keypad with Character-Level
Disambiguation
When using the Ambig-Char configuration, the Palmtop software guesses (or disambiguates) what letter you
intended after each button press. If the software guesses incorrectly, you must select the Recode button
("abc" and two curved arrows) to correct the letter and then move on to the next letter. Since characters are
corrected one at a time, this type of input is known as character-level disambiguation. The Palmtop software
is pretty good at guessing the characters (especially near the end of words), so you should not have to use
the Recode button too often.
To help you understand the Ambig-Char configuration, consider this example. Try to type in the word "dog.”
First, you select the def button. An "f" will show up in the Editor Window because that is the letter that the
software guessed. Select the Recode button to choose a different letter. A "d" will appear in the Editor
Window. Now try to get the "o" by selecting the mno button. An "o" will appear after the "d" - the Palmtop
software guessed that you wanted "o" and not "m" or "n.” Now select the ghi key to get the final letter. The
software will guess "i" instead of "g." After you select Recode, the system will correctly guess "g." You have
finished typing "dog."
This may seem like a lot of work, but this example was deliberately chosen to show a couple of recodes to
get right - most of the time the system will guess the right characters.
Figure 41: Ambig-Char
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7.8.2. Config - Ambig-Word: Ambiguous Keypad with Word-Level
Disambiguation
The Ambig-Word configuration looks exactly like the Ambig-Char configuration, but it guesses at letters in a
different manner. Rather than typing in individual characters and recoding them as necessary, you will spell
out a complete word and then recode the word guesses that Palmtop makes. This is called word-level
disambiguation. For example, to type out "dog," select the def, mno, and ghi buttons, then look in the Editor
Window to see if the system guessed the correct word. In this case, Palmtop guessed correctly. But what if
you had meant to type out "fog" - a word that uses the same keys? You would have to select the Recode
key, after which "fog" would appear in the Editor Window. You will need to do fewer total recodes with wordlevel disambiguation because the Palmtop software is better at guessing whole words than it is at guessing
characters.
The Palmtop software can often guess your correct word on the first try or after several recode attempts. In
the case of proper nouns that are not in the dictionary, you might have to correct the individual characters
like you do with the Ambig-Char configuration. If the right word does not appear after three or four recode
attempts, enter "character-by-character" mode by selecting the CBC button (which will appear only after you
select the Shift button). You will switch to a page with three buttons labeled Recode, Accept and Exit and the
first character of the word will be highlighted in the Editor Window. If the character is incorrect, select the
Recode button until it is right. Once you have selected the correct letter, select the Accept button to move
onto the next letter. Repeat this process until the whole word is correct, then select the Exit button to return
to the basic interface. Palmtop will update its guess when each character is corrected, so you may be able to
exit character-by-character mode without having to correct each individual character.
The Ambig-Word interface can take some getting used to. As you select new letters, the characters that
appear in the Editor Window will change to reflect the new information. You should try to ignore the Editor
Window until you have spelled the entire word.
Figure 43: Ambig-Word - Letters Page
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Figure 44: Ambig Word - CBC Page
Note: It is recommended that you add common proper nouns, such as places and names, to the
dictionary. Doing so will minimize the times you need to enter CBC mode, and should help
speed up your communication when using this configuration.
7.9 - Config - Behavior Modification
Some individuals with limited ways to communicate develop maladaptive behaviors in place of
communication. For example, they may scream or try to run away between activities because they do not
know the schedule and cannot ask “What are we doing next?” Other individuals may try to destroy work
materials because they are not motivated to work and cannot understand verbal explanations of why they
must work or what will happen after they are done working.
The Behavior Modification configuration offers visual and communicative strategies to help reduce
maladaptive behaviors or replace them with more socially acceptable forms of communication. These
strategies include schedules, choices, rules, step-by-step directions, messages, motivation and social scripts.
The Behavior Modification configuration does not allow for comprehensive communication about all topics.
Rather, appropriate parts of this configuration are designed to be linked to an individual’s primary
communication configuration.
Figure 45: Behavior Modification
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7.10. Config - Child Creative 16 Button
The Child Creative 16 Button configuration is designed for children who understand communication the same
way as their peers. This configuration is based on language structure, meaning that the user is given a
starter word or phrase in the left column, fillers in the middle, and either conjunctions or sentence enders in
the right column (depending on the page). Some pages include quick phrases related to their communicative
context. The top row remains consistent across all pages, providing access to the main page, my phrases,
talk and a keyboard. The my phrases button links to quick phrases that can be used in multiple
environments. The talk button provides quick one-word utterances. The keyboard button links to a word
prediction keyboard page.
Figure 46: Child Creative 16 Button
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7.11. Config - Child Functional 4 Button
The Child Functional 4 Button configuration provides functional communication to engage in basic social
interactions and to meet individual needs. The main page allows access to vocabulary based on four
different contexts: ‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘my classroom’ and ‘playing.’ The top row buttons remain
consistent on every page: links to the user main page, the facilitator master (allowing the communication
partner to navigate through the system to find the needed content), my phrases and talk. Every page in this
configuration navigates back to this main page. The facilitator master allows access to many more contexts
for communication such as ‘my family,’ ‘dress up’ and ‘meals.’ The my phrases button links to a page of quick
phrases, such as 'hey' and 'no way' that the child can use in a variety of environments. The final button in the
top row is talk, which displays quickfire utterances such as 'mom,' 'yes' and 'no' which can be used in every
context.
Figure 47: Child Functional 4 Button
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7.12. Config - Child Functional 9 Button
The Child Functional 9 Button configuration is geared towards a functional user who can efficiently and
effectively navigate through more than four buttons on a page. The main page gives access to several
contexts, including: ‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘do at home,’ ‘my classroom,’ ‘playing,’ ‘my words’ and ‘ABC's.’
Each of these pages link to quick vocabulary within that context and also navigate to more concise
categories about that context. For example, the about me page links provide quick access to the
communicator’s name; with buttons that link to more information about themselves, information about their
family, vocabulary around getting dressed, phrases about meals, and lastly vocabulary needed at the
doctor’s office. Every page on this configuration links back to the main page, my phrases and talk. The my
phrases page gives the user quick access to phrases such as 'okay' and 'yeah, me too.' The talk button
provides access to quick one-word utterances, such as 'mom' and 'what' in every context.
The facilitator master page allows the communication partner to navigate through the config to find content
for specific environments. To access this page, select View > Go to Edit Mode. Use the drop-down menu in
the toolbar to view the pages, and select the facilitator master(child 9) page. This page gives access to
variety of new contexts such as ‘shopping,’ ‘sports’ and ‘my family.’
Figure 48: Child Functional 9 Button
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7.13. Config - Child Situational 12 Button
The Child Situational 12 Button configuration was designed for children who show understanding of things
being said around them, however they still must remain closely tied to the context in order to communicate
effectively. The main page gives access to several contexts, including: ‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘do at home,’
‘my classroom,’ ‘playing,’ ‘my words,’ ‘ABC's’ and ‘create your own.’ Each of these pages (with the exception
of ‘create your own’) link to quick vocabulary within that context and navigate to more concise categories
about that context. Each page provides links to the main page, my phrases and talk. The my phrases page
gives the user quick access to common phrases. The talk button allows the the user to access to quick oneword utterances for every context.
This configuration also features a facilitator master page, which can be accessed by selecting View > Go to
Edit Mode. Use the drop-down menu in the toolbar to view the pages and then select the facilitator master
(child 12) page. This page gives access to variety of new contexts such as ‘shopping,’ ‘sports’ and ‘my
family.’
Figure 49: Child Situational 12 Button
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7.14. Config - Direct: Matrix Optimized for Direct Selection
The Direct configuration is designed to minimize the effort required to generate text with the touchscreen.
Minimizing the movement required to enter letters reduces fatigue and can make selecting characters easier
and faster than with the Alpha configuration. Of course, to experience these gains you will have to learn the
position of the characters. Phrase pages are included with this configuration.
Figure 50: Direct
7.15. Config - Direct-List: Matrix Optimized for Direct Selection,
with Prediction List
The Direct-List configuration maintains the same character arrangement as the Direct configuration, but also
incorporates a prediction list with up to four words. Phrase pages are included with this configuration.
Figure 51: Direct-List
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7.16. Config - List: Prediction List
For individuals who prefer to type directly from a keyboard, the List configuration provides a large word
prediction list. This nine member list can be selected directly using the touchscreen or via the number keys
(1 through 9) on the keyboard. To actually type numbers (rather than select a word), press the Ctrl key prior
to selecting the number. Phrase pages are included in this configuration. The Morse code input method can
be used with the List configuration.
Figure 52: List
7.17. Config - Medical
The Medical configuration does not allow for comprehensive communication about all topics. These pages
offer vocabulary for discussing medical needs and communicating during a hospital stay. The vocabulary,
which reflects a wide range of complexity, is organized as full sentences and phrases. It is presented on a
series of linked pages. The Medical configuration also features a QWERTY keyboard with word prediction for
novel message generation.
Figure 53: Medical
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7.18. Config - Morse-Only: Text Editor for Morse Access
Morse code can be a very effective way to communicate using one, two, or three switches. The Morse-Only
configuration consists of nothing more than a full-screen Editor Window for use with Morse code - there are
no onscreen buttons.
2
Note: Morse code can also be used with the Alpha-List and List configurations.
Figure 54: Morse-Only
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7.19. Config - Scan: Matrix Optimized for Scanning
The Palmtop software offers a configuration that is optimized for persons accessing the device through
scanning. The Scan configuration was designed to minimize the time it takes scanners to generate
messages. Since the most frequent letters appear in the upper left corner of the page, they can be selected
with fewer switch activations. In addition, this configuration provides single-page access to all characters,
symbols, and common system functions. Phrase pages are included with this configuration.
Remember that scanning input must be enabled by selecting Tools > Options to open the Options dialog,
then checking the Scanning box.
Figure 55: Scan
7.20. Config - Scan-Char: Matrix Optimized for Scanning, with
Character Prediction List
The Scan-Char configuration is an alternative to the Scan-List configuration. This configuration is designed to
take advantage of the efficiencies that scanners can experience through character prediction. Users can
select from the dynamic character prediction list or from the matrix of static characters that is optimized
specifically for a character prediction system.
Figure 56: Scan-Char
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7.21. Config - Scan-List: Matrix Optimized for Scanning, with
Prediction List
The Scan-List configuration maintains the same character arrangement as the Scan configuration, but also
incorporates a prediction list with up to three words.
Figure 57: Scan-List
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7.22. Config - Symbol-Base: A Simple Symbol-Based System
The Symbol-Base configuration is intended to provide a basis for building a set of custom symbol-based
pages for a specific user. By no means is this configuration comprehensive enough to be used as a person's
sole means of communication. It is included to provide a head start to anyone attempting to create a fully
functional configuration. It also serves as an example of one possible way to organize symbol pages. If you
have a preferred method of organization and page design, you might want to consider starting from scratch.
For more information on creating and editing symbol-based configurations, see section 5.1.
Figure 58: Symbol-Base
Figure 59: Symbol-Base - Greetings Page
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Figure 60: Symbol-Base - Telephone Page
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7.23. Config - Teen Creative 16 Button
The Teen Creative 16 Button configuration was developed for users who can understand communication the
same way as their peers. This configuration is based on language structure, meaning that the communicator
is given a starter word or phrase in the left column, fillers in the middle and either conjunctions or sentence
enders in the right column (depending on the page). Some pages include quick phrases related to their
communicative context. The top row of buttons remains consistent across all pages, providing links to the
main page, my phrases, talk and a keyboard. The my phrases button links to quick phrases that the
communicator can use in different environments. The talk button displays a page with quick one-word
utterances such as 'mom' and 'yes' or 'no.' The keyboard button opens a word prediction keyboard page.
Figure 61: Teen Creative 16 Button
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7.24. Config - Teen Functional 4 Button
The Teen Functional 4 Button configuration focuses on functional communication to engage in social
interactions and meet individual needs and wants. The main page allows access to vocabulary based on four
different contexts: ‘my home,’ ‘my classroom,’ ‘hanging out’ and ‘about me.’ The top row of buttons remains
consistent on every page, and contains a link to the main page, the facilitator master, (allowing the
communication partner to find the needed content within a given environment), my phrases and talk. The
facilitator page allows access to many more communication contexts, such as ‘my room,’ ‘games’ and
‘sports.’ The my phrases button links to a page of quick phrases that can be used in a variety of
environments. The talk button displays one-word utterances that the teen communicator can use in every
context.
Figure 62: Teen Functional 4 Button
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7.25. Config - Teen Functional 9 Button
The Teen Functional 9 Button configuration is designed for a functional communicator who can efficiently
and effectively navigate through more than four buttons on a page. The main page gives access to several
communication contexts, including: ‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘hanging out,’ ‘school,’ ‘my words’ and ‘keyboard.’
Each of these pages link to quick vocabulary and more concise categories about that context. For example,
the about me page contains the user's name, along with buttons that link to more information about
themselves, their family, vocabulary around the context of getting dressed, phrases about meals and
vocabulary needed at the doctor's office. Each page in this configuration includes links to the main page, my
phrases and talk. The my phrases page gives the communicator quick access to phrases such as 'okay' and
'I doubt it.' The talk button allows the teen access to quick one-word utterances for use in every context.
This configuration also has a facilitator master page, which allows the communication partner to find the
desired content. To access this page, select View > Go to Edit Mode. Use the drop-down menu in the
toolbar to view the pages, and select the facilitator master (teen 9) page. This page gives access to variety
of new contexts for the communicator such as: ‘shopping,’ ‘sports’ and ‘concerts.’
Figure 63: Teen Functional 9 Button
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7.26. Config - Teen Situational 12 Button
The Teen Situational 12 Button configuration was designed for teens who can understand things that are
being said around them; however they must remain in the context or environment in order to communicate
efficiently and effectively with their communication partners. The main page provides access to several
communication contexts, including: ‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘hanging out,’ ‘school,’ ‘my words,’ ‘keyboard’ and
two ‘create your own’ buttons. Each of these pages (with the exception of ‘create your own’) link to quick
vocabulary within that context and navigate to more concise categories about that given environment. Every
page links back to the main page, as well as to my phrases and talk. The my phrases page provides quick
access to phrases such as 'okay' and 'I doubt it.' The talk button allows the teen access to quick utterances
in each environment.
The Teen Situational 12 Button configuration has a facilitator master page, which allows the communication
partner to find the needed content within a certain context. To access this page, select View > Go to Edit
Mode. Use the drop-down menu in the toolbar to view the pages and select the facilitator master (teen 12)
page. This page gives access to variety of new contexts for the communicator such as: ‘shopping,’ ‘sports’
and ‘concerts.’
Figure 64: Teen Situational 12 Button
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7.27. Config - Young Adult Creative 16 Button
The Young Adult Creative 16 configuration was developed for communicators who can understand
communication the same way as their peers. This configuration is based on language structure, meaning
that the communicator is given a starter word or phrase in the left column, fillers in the middle and either
conjunctions or sentence enders in the right column (depending on the page). Some of the pages include
quick phrases that are related to that communicative context. The top row of buttons remains consistent
throughout all pages, providing navigation to the main page, my phrases, talk and a keyboard. The my
phrases button links to quick phrases such as 'I need to explain' and 'can you please repeat that' so the
communicator can access them in any context. The talk button links to a page containing quick one-word
utterances such as 'yes' or 'no.' The keyboard button links to a word prediction keyboard page.
Figure 65: Young Adult Creative 16 Button
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7.28. Config - Young Adult Functional 4 Button
The Young Adult Functional 4 Button configuration focuses on functional communication to engage in social
interactions and meeting the needs, wants and desires of the communicator. The main page contains
vocabulary based on four different contexts: ‘my home,’ ‘leisure,’ ‘school or work’ and ‘about me.’ The top row
of buttons remains consistent on every page, containing links to the main page, the facilitator master (this
page allows the communication partner to find the needed content), my phrases and talk. The facilitator
master allows access to many more contexts for communication such as ‘camping,’ ‘sports’ and ‘laundry.’
The my phrases button links to a page of quick phrases that can be used in a variety of environments. The
talk button provides one-word utterances such as 'yes' or 'no' that the young adult communicator can use in
every context.
Figure 66: Young Adult Functional 4 Button
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7.29. Config - Young Adult Functional 9 Button
The main page of the Young Adult Functional 9 Button configuration provides access to several
communication contexts, including: ‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘leisure,’ ‘school or work,’ ‘my words,’ and
‘keyboard.’ Each of these pages link to quick vocabulary and also to more concise categories about that
context. For example, the about me page contains the communicator's name, as well as a link to more
information about themselves, information about their family, vocabulary around getting dressed, phrases
about meals and vocabulary needed at the doctor’s office. Every page in this configuration provides links to
the main page, my phrases and talk. The my phrases page gives the communicator quick access to phrases
such as 'I need to explain' and 'can you please repeat that.' The talk button displays quick one-word
utterances for use in all contexts.
The facilitator master page allows the communication partner to navigate through the configuration and find
content. To access this page, select View > Go to Edit Mode. Use the drop-down menu in the toolbar to
view the pages and select the facilitator master (young adult 9) page. This page gives access to variety of
new contexts for the communicator such as: ‘shopping,’ ‘sports’ and ‘concerts.’
Figure 67: Young Adult Functional 9 Button
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7.30. Config - Young Adult Situational 12 Button
The Young Adult Situational 12 Button configuration was designed for a communicator who can understand
things that are being said around them, but is still tied to the context or environment in order to communicate
effectively with partners. The main page provides access to several communication contexts, including:
‘about me,’ ‘my home,’ ‘leisure,’ ‘school or work,’ ‘my words,’ ‘keyboard’ and two ‘create your own’ buttons.
Each of these buttons (with the exception of the two ‘create your own’ buttons) link to quick vocabulary and
also to concise categories within that context. Every page in this configuration links to the main page, as well
as to my phrases and talk. The my phrases page provides quick access to phrases such as 'I need to
explain' and 'can you please repeat that.' The talk button displays quick one-word utterances, such as 'yes'
or 'no' in every context.
This configuration has a facilitator master page, which allows the communication partner to find desired
content within a specific environment. To access this page, select View > Go to Edit Mode. Use the dropdown menu in the toolbar to view the pages, and select the facilitator master (young adult 12) page. This
page gives access to variety of new contexts for the communicator such as: ‘playing cards,’ ‘sports’ and
‘camping.’
Figure 68: Young Adult Situational 12 Button
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7.31. Options Pages
Most of the standard configurations include a set of Options pages. These pages provide access to the same
features that are controlled through the Tools > Options menu item. With the exception of the Ambiguous
and the Symbol configurations, the options pages can be accessed from a keyboard page using the control
modifier key (shown as Ctrl on the keyboard). After selecting the control modifier, the Phrases navigation
button changes to the Options navigation button. In addition, you can edit any other button on a custom
phrase or symbol page so that it navigates to the Options page. The Options pages are designed to give
scanners control of how their device is configured, but can also be useful for people who are using direct
selection.
From the home Options page, you can access eight individual pages: General, Scanning, Speech, Input, File
Access, Prediction, Zooming/Touching, and Command. These pages are roughly analogous to the various
tabs and dialogs accessed through the Options dialog. Consult sections 4.4 through 4.11 for details on these
options. The Scanning Options page is shown below.
Most buttons on the Option pages show the name of the option (in black) in the top half of the button, and
the current setting for the option (in blue, red, or green) in the bottom half. By selecting a button, you can
cycle through the available values for that option. For example, if you repeatedly select the Method button
on the Scanning Options page, the value will change from Single to Inverse, then from Inverse to Dual, and
finally from Dual back to Single. When an option takes a numeric value, you can adjust its value using the
decrease (<<) and increase (>>) adjustment buttons that appear below the option. Changes you make to the
options on an Options page will only be honored after you select OK. If you do not want to keep your
changes, select Cancel instead.
Figure 69: Scanning Options Page
7.32. Speech Page
If you plan on giving speeches or pre-planned presentations using your device, you may want to take
advantage of the speech page supplied with your device. Unlike the configurations described above, the
speech page is not a stand-alone configuration, but is an individual page designed to be imported into an
existing configuration. Use the View > Page Editing > Import Pages menu item (see section 5.5) to import
the Speech Page.ptk file, then create a navigation link to the new page. Once you have done this, you can
use the buttons on the speech page to speak individual sentences in a pre-generated text.
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Section 8: Troubleshooting
Every effort has been made to make the Palmtop device as reliable a communication aid as possible.
However, due to the complexity of the software, you may find that the system does not always behave as
expected. This section contains a list of common problems and solutions. If the problem you are having is
not listed below, refer to section 8.17 for instructions on getting technical support.
8.1. No speech is coming out when I type.
There are several items that may be causing speech (and other sound) problems:
•
Check the speaker volume on the right side of the device (see Figure 2). Make sure the volume is
set somewhere around mid-range.
•
If other sounds - such as screen selections and popup window noises (like when you exit the
software) - are still working, the problem might lie in the software settings for speech. To view the
settings, select Tools > Options, and then select the Speech tab. Make sure that the synthesis type
is set to Software. Review the voice and volume settings to ensure they are correct. Select the
Preview button to hear the how the device will sound with the current settings.
•
Make sure that the batteries are charged. Connect the adapter connector to the AC adapter cable
(See Figure 5), and then plug the adapter connector to the sync cable connector on the left side of
the Palmtop device (see Figure 3). Connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet, and let the device
charge for several hours.
If you are still not hearing any sounds from your device, if the speaker or the Axim computer is damaged,
contact a technical support representative for instructions on how to proceed.
8.2. The device is not responding.
If your configuration has "locked up" and nothing that you do will make it respond, you might need to reset
the device.
If the Palmtop software menus are still responding and you want to save the text currently in the Editor
Window, select File > Text Files > Save Text. Once the text file has been saved, locate the Reset button on
the bottom the Palmtop device (see Figure 4) and press it using the stylus. All applications that are running
at the time of the reset will be stopped. You will not lose any changes to the dictionary or options set through
the dialog boxes, but you might lose abbreviations that have been added recently.
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8.3. The device keeps turning off by itself.
The Axim computer is designed to conserve battery power (the Axim Owner’s Manual describes this feature
in detail). The computer is set to power down after several minutes of inactivity. You can adjust the amount of
idle time before the computer will automatically power down. Select Tools > Options and then select the
System tab (see section 4.11.1). If these settings are correct, and your device still powers down after a short
time of inactivity, it might be low on battery power. This condition is usually accompanied by a warning
message from the software. If this is the case, recharge the batteries as soon as possible.
8.4. The screen dims when I do not want it to.
Another battery saving feature of Windows Mobile devices is the ability to dim the screen if the device is not
used for a specified about of time. You can adjust the amount of time the system will wait before it dims the
screen or you can turn this feature off entirely. To change the dimming settings, open the Options dialog by
selecting Tools > Options, then select the System tab. Select Brightness from the Setting dialogs dropdown menu to bring up the Brightness Properties dialog, then select the Battery Power tab. Adjust the
settings as needed, then select OK to close the Brightness dialog, and select OK to close the Options
dialog.
Warning: Increasing the time before the backlight is dimmed or turning the feature off entirely
can dramatically decrease battery life.
8.5. The screen is too dark.
To adjust the brightness of the screen, open the Options dialog by selecting Tools > Options, then select
the System tab. Select Brightness from the Setting dialogs drop-down menu to bring up the Brightness
Properties dialog, You can adjust the screen brightness when the device is running on battery power, or
when it is running on external power. Adjust the settings as needed, then select OK to close the Brightness
dialog, and select OK to close the Options dialog.
Warning: Increasing the brightness of the screen can dramatically decrease battery life.
8.6. The device shows "Impact software could not be found."
The complete text of the message is:
Error: Impact software could not be found. Make sure the memory card is installed and
perform a soft reset.
This may indicate that the memory card has failed is some way. Try performing a soft reset (see section
3.21.1). If you receive the same message, call DynaVox Technical Support at 1-800-344-1778.
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8.7. The program is scanning too fast or too slow.
Scanning speed can be adjusted in the options menu for scanning. Select Tools > Options, and select the
Configure button next to the Scanning check box. This allows you to configure all aspects of your scanning
interface. The delays for scanning can be adjusted here. The scanning delays are measured in seconds.
Adjust them until you are comfortable with the rate. See sections 3.16 and 4.7 for more details on the
scanning options.
8.8. How do I speed up audio scanning?
Audio scanning can be quite slow due primarily to the time it takes to say the name of each item or group of
items being scanned (i.e. "Row 1,” "Row 2,” "Symbols Page," etc.). There are a few things that you can do to
speed up audio scanning. First, select Tools > Options, and then select the Configure button next to the
Scanning check box. You can begin by reducing the delays. Try setting all delays to 0.1 seconds and see if
you notice a difference. To speed things up even more, select the Speech tab of the Options dialog. Now
change the speech rate for both Word and Sentence speech. Try setting them both to 400 wpm to really
speak the descriptions fast. You might have to adjust these settings repeatedly until you get the desired
combination.
8.9. My external switches are not working.
The first place to check for switch malfunctions is the connections from the switches to the switch box and
the connection from the switch box to your Palmtop device. If you have ensured that all the connections are
sound, the problem might lie in the configuration of your switch input interface.
External switches are configured through the Scanning dialog. Select Tools > Options, and then select the
Configure button next to the Scanning check box. In the Scanning dialog, make sure that the Method dropdown menu shows the proper setting, and then select the Configure button to configure the switch(es). If
you are using an external switch, you need to select Switch 1, Switch 2, or Switch 3 as one of the switches
you are using. These numbers correspond to those labeled on the external switch box. Just plug your
switches into the matching switch box port. By default, the switch box is assumed to be connected to serial
communication port number 1, or COM 1.
8.10. I cannot get a configuration to load/save.
If you receive an error message while trying to load a configuration, it may be because the configuration file
has been corrupted on the storage card. You may want to try selecting File > Configs > Load Configs to
recover a backup version of your configuration. Look for a configuration with the same name as the one you
are unable to load, but with a "_backup" suffix attached. If this does not work, try loading the
"Safe_<time>_backup" configuration.
If you receive an error message while trying to save a configuration ("A problem occurred while storing
the configuration…"), try saving the configuration once more. If you get the same message, it may be
because your storage card is out of memory. Try cleaning out unused configurations by selecting Tools >
File Utilities > Manage Files or by selecting Tools > File Utilities > Cleanup Unused Files before
attempting to save the configuration again.
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8.11. I lost the toolbar and menus.
The toolbar and menus are hidden when the system is put into Full Screen mode. To exit Full Screen mode,
press the Inbox hardware button on the front face of the Axim (second button from the right; it has a picture
of an envelope) twice in quick succession (see Figure 1). See section 4.1.2 for more details on Full Screen
mode.
8.12. I lost the Editor Window.
If the Editor Window is not showing, you can display it by selecting View > Main Editor.
8.13. Zoom is turned on and I cannot turn it off.
The Zoom feature can be difficult to turn off, especially when scanning is enabled. The problem is that any
selection outside the zoom window, while it is being displayed, is used to tell the system to hide the zoom
window. The result is that you will select the View menu to get to View > Zoom Mode and the zoom window
will go away, but the system does not recognize that you wanted to select a menu. The solution is to select
the View menu - once to close the zoom window, and a second time to turn off the zoom feature.
8.14. I cannot find the text file I saved.
Your Palmtop software saves all text files in the \SD Card\My Documents\ folder on your device storage card.
8.15. I cannot find my product ID number.
To find your product ID, select View > About IMPACT. When finished, select OK to close the window.
8.16. How do I get Technical Support?
If you run into problems that you cannot solve by any of the above methods, contact DynaVox Technical
Support by phone at 1-800-344-1778 between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, or by email
at [email protected].
8.17. Where can I find additional information?
The best source of additional information is the DynaVox Technologies website (www.dynavoxtech.com).
Here you can find tutorials, handy tips and tricks for using your Palmtop device, downloadable
configurations, and a variety of other useful information. The Quick Reference Guide provided in this binder
can also be extremely useful for getting the most out of your system.
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Appendix A: Morse Codes
The following tables define the default Morse code sequences used by Palmtop. You can also use the
"Battleship" selection method described in section 3.18 to select individual onscreen buttons. For more
information on setting up and using Morse code, see section 4.8.
.-...
-.-.
-..
.
..-.
--.
....
..
.---..-..
--.
--.--.
--..-.
...
......--..-.---..
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
I
j
k
l
m
n
o
p
q
r
s
t
u
v
w
x
y
z
---..--.--.
.---.
--.-.
-.....--.
--.-..
...-.
--.-..-.-.
.-.--.----.-..--..
----.----..
---.----.-.
---...
--.---..--.-..
.-..----------.
-.--.
` (accent)
~
@
#
$
%
^
&
*
(
)
_ (under)
=
+
[
]
{
}
\
|
;
:
"
<
>
/
.-.-.--..----.
.-...
..--..
.-..--
. (period)
, (comma)
- (hyphen)
' (apostrophe)
?
!
..-.-...-...--..--.-
space
enter
shift
caps lock
control
.---..--...-.........
-....
--...
---..
----.
-----
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
..---...--....-...........
.-....
.--...
.---..
.----.
list
list
list
list
list
list
list
list
list
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-----.-.---.-..-.
---.--..-.----....
backspace
back word
back line
delete
clear
undo
redo
swap editor
-.---.
-.--.-.--..
-.-.--.-.-.
-.-..-..---.-...
-..--.
-..-.-..-..
-...--
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
cursor
left
left word
left sentence
right
right word
right sentence
home
end
up
page up
down
page down
..-...
..-..
..-....-.-.
..-.--
speak
speak
speak
speak
speak
word
sentence
editor
stop
toggle
--...--..-.
volume up
volume down
-....-.....
navigate back
navigate to options
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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