Enabling Devices 32 Message Communicator User Manual page 2

32 32- - - - Message Communicator 32 32 Message Communicator Message Communicator Message Communicator
Adjustable legs and carrying handle! Adjustable le Adjustable le Adjustable le
6 Levels with 192 three-second messages. Frame allows for easy changing of overlays.
Lightweight, portable and built to last, this communicator has adjustable legs for tilting the
unit, has its own carrying handle and adjustable shoulder strap. Size: 16"L x 9"W x 3"H.
Requires 4 AA Batteries. Weight: 2½ lbs.
OPERATION: OPERATION: OPERATION: OPERATION:
1. Carefully turn the device over to reveal the battery compartment. A small silver screw
must be removed from the battery compartment cover in order to slide it off. Observing
proper polarity, install four AA alkaline batteries into the holder Use alkaline batteries
only (e.g. Duracell or Energizer brand). Do not use rechargeable batteries or any other
type of batteries because they supply lower voltage and the unit will not perform
properly. Never mix old and new batteries together or different brands or types of
.
batteries together Replace the battery compartment cover and screw.
2.
Turn the unit on by turning the "ON/OFF/VOLUME" ON/OFF/VOLUME" knob into the "ON" position. You
ON/OFF/VOLUME" ON/OFF/VOLUME"
will hear a slight audible click as you turn the knob. If you have fresh batteries installed
correctly, you will also hear a very distinct tone. If you do not hear this tone, check the
freshness and polarity of your batteries before going on.
3.
The microphone is located on the right side of the unit and red "RECORD
located on the back panel of the unit. To record, depress and hold the "RECORD
button, then depress one of the 32 message pads simultaneously and speak into the
microphone (your mouth should be approximately 4-6" from the microphone). Release
both buttons once recording is over. (Note:
only 3 seconds of recording time per pad, so plan your message accordingly).
4.
Playback your message by pressing and releasing the same pad used to record. Each
of the remaining message pads can be "programmed" in the same manner. (The unit
will retain recorded information indefinitely, even if the batteries are disconnected.
Previously stored information will be erased only when a new recording is performed on
the pad.)
5.
Adjust playback volume by rotating the on/off "VOLUME
Turn the unit off by rotating the "VOLUME
hear an audible "click".
6.
Using the "LEVEL LEVEL" knob, select level 2. Repeat steps 2 and 3. LEVEL LEVEL
7.
Repeat procedures for remaining levels.
gs and carrying handle! gs and carrying handle! gs and carrying handle!
RECORD" button is RECORD RECORD
Note: This unit has a built in time lock allowing Note: Note:
VOLUME" control knob to desired level. VOLUME VOLUME
VOLUME" control knob counterclockwise until you VOLUME VOLUME
IMPORTANT NOTES: IMPORTANT NOTES IMPORTANT NOTES IMPORTANT NOTES
There are pre-made grids for this device on Mayer-Johnson's Boardmaker program. On your
BM CD look under the folder BM Communication Devices, then look for Message
Communicator 32.bm2. If you have an older version of Boardmaker you can download the
grid template free of charge at www.mayerjohnson.com. Once there go to the download
section, choose either PC or Mac files. Next click on pre-made grids and look under the
letter M the file name is Mess Comm. Please Note:
standard 8.5 x 11 printer paper. If you have any problems downloading or installing this file
please contact Mayer-Johnson directly. We do not handle tech support for the Boardmaker
program.
Maximum single message length for this unit is 3 seconds. Most short sentences fit
this criterion.
The 32 Message Communicator 6 Level 32 Message Communicator 6 Level 32 Message Communicator 6 Level 32 Message Communicator 6 Level will shut off automatically after playback to
preserve battery life. However, this device still drains a very small current in this
"sleep" mode. Turn the power off when not in use. Doing this can extend overall
battery life. Batteries should be removed during long time storage as they may leak
and damage the unit.
The unit may be wiped clean using mild detergent and water on a damp cloth. Do not
submerge the unit in water. submerge the unit in water. submerge the unit in water. submerge the unit in water.
RECORD"
RECORD RECORD
CARRYING STRAP: CARRYING STRAP:
CARRYING STRAP: CARRYING STRAP:
For safety purposes, the Carrying Strap has thumbscrews with a self-locking nut to prevent
them from being removed from the strap. To prevent a Choking Hazard, NEVER remove the
self-locking nuts.
TROUBLESHOOTING: TROUBLESHOOTING:
TROUBLESHOOTING: TROUBLESHOOTING:
If you do not hear the distinct tone when you turn the unit on, OR, if the tone continues to
sound without ceasing:
♦ This is indicative of either weak batteries and/or batteries installed incorrectly. Check
the freshness and polarity of the batteries and make the appropriate changes until you
do hear the single distinct tone.
If the unit fails to operate, or operates incorrectly, try the following suggestions:
Disconnect the power by removing all of the batteries for 20 seconds to reset the unit.
♦
If the unit still does not work correctly after batteries are reinstalled replace with new
alkaline batteries. Make s
occur. occur.
occur. occur.
Make sure unit is on and volume is set at an audible level.
♦
Try to record again to see if the unit will "accept" the new recordings.
♦
Please Note: This grid will printout on two sheets of
Please Note: Please Note:
Make sure proper polarity is observed or damage to unit may ure proper polarity is observed or damage to unit may
Make s Make s ure proper polarity is observed or damage to unit may ure proper polarity is observed or damage to unit may
Do not Do not Do not
Rev 5 5 5 5 /2 Rev Rev Rev /2/17 /2 /2 /17 /17 /17