Trace Resourcebook: Assistive Technologies for Communication, Control and Computer Access, 1993-94 Edition
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DOCUMENT RESUME ED 363 079 EC 302 545 AUTHOR Borden, Peter A.; And Others TITLE Trace ResourceBook: Assistive Technologies for Communication, Control and Computer Access, 1993-94 Edition. INSTITUTION RESNA: Association for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology, Washington, DC.; Wisconsin Univ., Madison. Trace Center. SPONS AGENCY National Inst. on Disability and Rehabilitation Researc:11 (ED/OSERS), Washington, DC. REPORT NO ISBN-0-945459-03-3 PUB DATE 93 NOTE 964p. AVAILABLE FROM Trace Research and Development Center, S-151 Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1500 Highland Ave., Madison, WI 53705 ($40). PUB TYPE Reference Materials Directories/Catalogs (132) EDRS PRICE MF07/PC39 Plus Postage. DESCRIPTORS Accessibility (for Disabled); *Assistive Devices (for Disabled); *Communication Aids (for Disabled); Computers; Computer Software; *Disabilities; Electronic Equipment; Input Output Devices; Microcomputers; *Rehabilitation; *Technology ABSTRACT This volume lists and describes products pertaining to assistive and rehabilitative technologies in the areas of communication, control, and computer access, as well as special software. Part 1, covering communication for individuals with disabilities, includes products designed as aids to both electronic and nonelectronic communication. It includes aids that supplement speech or replace speech, as well as products that help with the process of nonspeech communication. Part 2, covering the area of control, includes special switches plus environmental controls and calling devices. Part 3 lists products which provide disabled people with access to computers, such as keyboard modifications, alternate inputs, input adapters, alternate display systems, braille printers, and speech synthesizers. Part 4 describes special software written specifically for the needs of people with disabilities and professionals who work with them, addressing the areas of administration and management, assessment, education and training, recreation, and personal tools. For each product, information provided includes vendor's name, basic facts, a photograph (if available and relevant), and a short description of the product's functions and capabilities. Several indexes list products by their functions, input and output features, computer, and manufacturer. (JDD) *********************************************************************** * Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. *********************************************************************** 0'1 1. U S DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Office of Educahonal Research and improvement EDUCATIONAL RESOURCESINFORMATION CENTER !ERIC, as rol<cIoCument has been reproduced received from the person ororganrzahon oroarnahng a C Minor changes have been madeto improve reproduction ouakty Points of ,,iew o oprnrons statedalibis cloCu ment do not neCessarayrepresent official OERI position or potrcy 2 Trace Resource Book Assistive Technologies for Communication, Control & Computer Access 1993-94 Edition 3 The Trace Resource Book, 1993-94 Edition supercedes the earlier Trace Resource Book, 1991-92 Edition. The information on products in the earlier edition has been revised and updated, and new information added. 4 Trace Resource Book Assistive Technologies for Communication, Control & Computer Access 1993-94 Edition Editors Peter A. Borden, M.A. Sarah Fatherly, M.A. Kelly Ford, B.A. Gregg C. Vanderheiden, Ph.D. e Melt Trace Research and Development Center Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison 5 Trace Research and Development Center S-151 Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 (608) 263-5408 - TDD © 1993 by the Trace Research and Development Center, Waisman Center on Mental Retardation and Human Development, University of Wisconsin-Madison In order to maximize dissemination of the information contained, no restrictions on dissemination have been made. Most of the photographs and drawings contained herein, however, are covered by other copy- rights and, therefore, should not be duplicated in any way without obtaining permission from the author or source of the photograph or figure. It is requested that any excerpting of information from this document be done carefully to retain its accuracy and that use of this document be appropriately acknowledged. ISBN 0-945459-03-3 printed on recycled paper Acknowledgements Thanks are due to the many Trace Center staff members who have helped make the Resource Books an ongoing success. Thanks to Candace Hill-Vegter, on whose original work the Resource- Books have been based. Kudos to Karry Kyhos for making the information as accurate and timely as possible. A round of flpplause for Sharon Esser, Kim Bitzer and the Main Office staff, for their assistance and their tolerance. And, once again, thanks to Dave Kelso for his programming magic, without which this book could never be so accurate or look so good. Peter Borden Sarah Fatherly Kelly Ford Gregg Vanderheiden Produced at the Trace R&D Center, Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison, cooperatio , with RESNA An association for the advancement of rehabilitation technology Work leading to this book was funded in part by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, U.S. Department of Education. 7 ERRATA Trace Resource Book - 1993-94 Edition Below are corrections to two errors in the Trace Resource Book. Please note them. Appendix B-5: Networks, Bulletin Boards and Databases, Page 785 The address for ABLEDATA is listed incorrectly. The entry should appear as follows: ABLEDATA Macro International 8455 Colesville Road, Suite 935 Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 588-9284 (800) 346-2742 A computerized listing of all commercially available products for rehabilitation and independent living. There are four ways to access the database: (1) calling the ABLEDATA office; (2) searching by computer modem through the ABLE INFORM bulletin board; (3) CD- ROM or floppy disk versions available from Macro International; (4) CD-ROM or floppy disk versions available from the Trace Center. There should also be a listing for ABLE INFORM, an on-line information system which includes ABLEDATA: ABLE INFORM Macro International 8455 Colesville Road, Suite 935 Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 588-9284 (800) 227-0216 An electronic bulletin board of assistive technology, disability and rehabilitation information. Provides conferencing, bulletins, and classified listings of previously owned adaptive devices. Also allows on-line access to REHABDATA, ABLEDATA, and other NARIC databases. Index 5: Manufacturers Listed with their Products, Page 913 The 800 phone number for IBM Corporation is no longer correct. The 407 area code number (Florida) is correct. There are several 800 numbers to call, depending on the product you are interested in and whether you want to get information or to order the product. The correct 800 numbers are as follows: Screen Reader, Keyguard, PhoneCommunicator For information call: To order call: (800)426-4832 (USA, voice) (800)426-3388 (USA, voice) (800)426-3833 (USA, TDD) (800)426-3383 (USA, TDD) (800)465-7999 (Canada, voire) (800)465-7999 (Canada, voice) (continued...) 8 AccessDOS For information call: To order call: (800) 426-4832 (USA, voice) (800) 426-7282 (USA, voice) (800) 465-7999 (Canada, voice) (800) 465-7999 (Canada, voice) VoiceType For information and orders call: (800) TALKTYP (800-825-5897) (800) 465-7999 (Canada, voice) THINKable and Speech Viewer For information and orders call: (800) 228-0752. (800) 465-7999 (Canada, voice) Preface: How to Use This Book Preface: How to Use This Book Overview The application of technology in the areas of augmentative communication, special education and rehabilitation is continually growing and changing. Private industries and public research institutions are always seeking new ways of addressing the needs of people with physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities. Fortunately, their work has borne considerable fruit. Unfortunately, it can be a bewildering task to keep track of what has been developed. This book is for anyone who needs to know "what's out there": people with disabilities, parents, rehabilitation professionals, educators, administrators, therapists. The intent of the Trace ResourceBook is to help you understand and be able to locate useful tools quickly and efficiently, so you can devote your time and energy to applying them successfully. This volume lists products pertaining to communication, control, and computer access, as well as special software. For each product we have provided a vendor's name, a few basic facts about it, a photograph (if available and relevant), and a short description of the product's functions and capabilities. The term "Assistive Technologies" appears in the subtitle of this book, in recognition of the currency of this term in field. It should be pointed out that by "assistive technologies"--a term sometimes reserved for devices that supplement a person's capabilities--we are also referring to "rehabilitative technologies," or devices used to improve or develop a person's functional abilities. This volume is a complete update, replacing the 1991-92 edition of the Trace ResourceBook. Information on products previously listed has been updated, obsolete products have been deleted, and new products have been added. The product information, including prices, were confirmed as of April, 1993. This Book Includes Special Devices and Software This ResourceBook