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MessageMate

ILC Reference NO 61:04:028
Item sourced from ILC VIC database

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Factors to Consider
The combination of direct and indirect accessing modes makes this device useful for users who have changing accessing requirements or as a multi user device for a department.
Various features are adjusted using small dip switches located on the left end of the device. These switches can easily be knocked out of the desired settings due to their prominent position. This can be avoided by using device in its carry case.
Robust case made from aluminium and high impact plastic.
Lamination of message overlay can reduce sensitivity of the keypad for some users.
All MessageMate 40 models have 'Message Builder' feature which allows the creation of phrases from recorded single messages

Short Description
The MessageMate is a hand held, electronic communication device.It features a robust case, direct or indirect access using one or two switches, and digitised (human quality) recorded speech. Single level models are available with either 20 or 40 message locations and with speech memory ranging from 20 to 240 seconds. Multilevel MessageMate 40 has 5 or 10 minute speech memory across 4 levels.

More Details
Voice Output
MessageMate has high quality, digitised speech. Human speech is recorded onto a microchip.
Volume is adjusted using a dial (on/off dial)

Print Output
No print out is available.

Accessing Options
In standard mode the device is operated directly by applying pressure to the key locations with a finger or pointer.
A keyguard with 13mm holes is available as an additional item.

Scanning Modes available
Single switch with interrupted or automatic, linear, and row/column scanning .
Two switch with directed or inverse scanning.
The stepping rate of the scanning lights can be adjusted with time settings between 0.25 and 8 seconds.
Accept time can also be adjusted - four settings are available.

Visual Display
Scanning lights have a 4mm diameter

MessageMate 20
Message keys arranged in two rows of 10 keys. Keys are 19mm x 19mm.
Flexible message arrays 20, 5, 2 or 1 (larger key sizes when using less than 20 messages per page).
MessageMate 40 and Multilevel MessageMate
The overlay consists of 4 rows of 10 keys which are a similar size to the keys on the 20 key overlay.
The entire keypad area measures 190mm x 76mm.
It is possible to combine the keys on the MessageMate 40 to create 10, 4, 2, or 1 larger keys.
4 levels for recording messages on the Multilevel MessageMate 40 - only 36 message cells available per level - other 4 cells used for moving between levels.
Comes with Message Builder feature that allows the user to combine words and phrases from different keys to create a single message.

Memory
Model 20/75 has 20 keys and 75 seconds of memory.
Model 20/150 has 20 keys and 150 seconds of memory.
Model 40/75 has 40 keys and 75 seconds of memory.
Model 40/150 has 40 keys and 150 seconds of memory.
Model 40/600 has 40 keys and 10 mins of memory (multilevel).
Model 40/300 has 40 keys and 5 mins of memory (multilevel).

Programming
Simple process of recording human voice (digitised speech)
If a new overlay is required the device must be re programmed (other than Multilevel MessageMate).

Batteries and Charging
The MessageMate has internal rechargeable batteries.

Optional Accessories
Carry case.
Keyguard.
Mayer Johnson PCS symbol stickers.
Symbol pages are available for the Multilevel MessageMate and include a new Words+ product line called Pages for Immediate Interactive Communication which features communication displays for the engineered preschool environment (Goossens, Crain & Elder), source ISAAC May 1998.

Maintenance and Service
Refer to the manufacturer or supplier manual for details.

Australian Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Standard(s) are applicable to the materials used in, the manufacturing processes applied to and the installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specific Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of this item as to its compliance with relevant Standard (s).

Models
Message mate 20/150
Message mate 20/75
Message mate 40/150
MessageMate 20/120
MessageMate 20/60
MessageMate 40/120
Multi-Level MessageMate

Dimensions
Message mate 20/150
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... From 300 Secs to 600 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 70 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

Message mate 20/75
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... From 300 Secs to 600 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 70 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

Message mate 40/150
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... From 300 Secs to 600 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 100 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

MessageMate 20/120
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... 120 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 70 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

MessageMate 20/60
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... 60 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 70 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

MessageMate 40/120
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... 120 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 100 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

Multi-Level MessageMate
Key Depth......................................... 19 mm
Key Width......................................... 19 mm
Memory Time....................................... From 300 Secs to 600 Secs
Overall Width..................................... 300 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 100 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... From 750 g to 850 g

Place Of Manufacture
Words +

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
NOVITATECH,   REGENCY PARK, SA
TECHNABILITY ,   ALLAMBIE HEIGHTS, NSW
TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS,   SILVAN, VIC

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