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Saltillo Corporation
2143 Township Road 112
Millersburg, OH 44654
www.saltillo.com
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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Saltillo Corporation 2143 Township Road 112 Millersburg, OH 44654 www.saltillo.com 00000 Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 Microsoft operating system. Saltillo grants permission for the use of Chat Editor on each computer used to exchange data with the Chat Fusion devices.
  • Page 3 Saltillo Corporation assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of this product. Saltillo Corporation assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by the deletion of data as a result of malfunction repairs or battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important data on other media (computer) to protect against its loss.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Checking Battery Status Using Menus ............... 14 Checking Battery Status Using a Button ..............14 Turning the Device On and Off ..................16 Chat Fusion 10 Device Features ..................17 Controlling Volume ......................19 Positioning the Stand ....................... 20 Removing and Reattaching the Stand ................21 Removing the Stand ....................
  • Page 5 WordPower48 ......................37 WordPower60 ......................37 WordPower80 ......................38 WordPower108 ......................38 MultiChat 15 ....................... 38 VocabPC ........................38 myQuickChat ......................38 myCore ........................39 Spelling ........................39 4-Basic ........................39 Essence ........................39 Chat Editor ........................40 Installing Chat Editor ....................40 Configuring Chat Editor .....................
  • Page 6 Overriding a Button Style ................... 57 Modifying a Button Arrow Link ..................58 Adding or Modifying a Button Action................59 Available Button Actions ....................60 Using Navigate, Visit, and Jump to Page ..............62 Copying Buttons ......................63 Copying and Pasting a Button ..................63 Copying and Reusing the Same Button ..............
  • Page 7 Changing Orientation Settings ..................77 Using Orientation Tilt with the SDB ................78 Switch Scanning ......................79 Configuring Switches ....................79 Selecting Scan Mode ....................80 Configuring SDB and Empty Area Scans ..............80 Setting Scan Speed...................... 81 Configuring Re-scans ....................81 Setting Activation Delay .....................
  • Page 8 Initiating an Immediate Data Upload ................98 Disconnecting the Device from Your Realize Language Account ......98 Managing Your Realize Language Account ............... 99 Adding a User to Your Realize Language Account ............ 99 Changing Your Realize Language Account Password ..........100 Saving Data to a File to Analyze Manually ..............

  • Page 9: Welcome To Chat Fusion

    This user’s guide offers step-by-step instructions for most operations available with your Chat Fusion device. Additional information is available as follows: Support articles can be found on the Saltillo website: http://saltillo.com/support/ Training opportunities can be found on the Saltillo website: http://saltillo.com/webinars...

  • Page 10: What's Included

    What’s Included Your Chat Fusion Device Battery Charger Stylus The stylus is a potential hazard for choking or for poking the eye. Colored Cases Strap Attachments The strap attachments are a potential choking hazard. Blue, Green, Purple, Gray Chat Editor Install CD Includes a user manual and VocabPC Tour Guide Chat Fusion Recovery Disk This User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Charging The Device Battery Using The Standard Charger

    Charging the Device Battery using the Standard Charger A battery charger was included in the box with your device. We suggest charging the battery each night. [photo of standard charger] To connect the charger: 1. Tap the device’s power button to turn off the display. 2.
  • Page 12 Close-up of the Charger Cable-to-Port Connection Device USB charging port (back of device facing up) If you insert a USB 2.0 Micro cable (with If you insert a USB 3.0 Micro B cable, the the back of the device facing up), the connector will fill the entire port.

  • Page 13: Charging The Device Battery Using The Wireless Charger

    Charging the Device Battery using the Wireless Charger Charge your device in a well-ventilated area. If you purchased the optional wireless charger, you can charge the device battery with the charger stand open and the unit sitting upright or with the stand closed and the unit lying flat.

  • Page 14: Checking Battery Status

    The screen will show the battery charging status and charge level. Checking Battery Status Using a Button Some Saltillo-provided vocabulary files already include buttons for checking the battery status. For example: WordPower™ offers the option from the last page of Groups, and MultiChat 15 offers the button on the Device Tools page from the second page of “Things”.
  • Page 15 For additional information on creating a button action, see “Adding or Modifying a Button Action” on page 59. Chat Fusion User’s Guide Page 15...

  • Page 16: Turning The Device On And Off

    Turning the Device On and Off The power button is located on the top edge of the device. To turn your device on from a complete power-down: Press and hold the power button. To turn your device off for storage: 1.

  • Page 17: Chat Fusion 10 Device Features

    Chat Fusion 10 Device Features Front View Headset jack (3.5 mm) Power button: Press and hold to turn the device on or off Volume button: Press to turn the volume up or down Microphone Light sensor Camera lens Display screen: Displays the application screens...
  • Page 18 Side and Back View USB port for charging the device or transferring vocabulary Switch jack A Switch jack B Headset jack Handle USB port for a USB mouse or keyboard Screw holes for optional wheelchair mounting plate Stand Chat Fusion User’s Guide Page 18...

  • Page 19: Controlling Volume

    Controlling Volume To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen to earphones at high volume levels for long periods. The volume button is located on the edge of the device. Press the ends of the button to increase or decrease volume. In addition to using the volume button, you can add volume controls to buttons within vocabulary pages.

  • Page 20: Positioning The Stand

    Positioning the Stand To position the device at an angle for easy viewing of the screen, do the following: 1. Place the device face-down on a flat surface. 2. While holding your thumb on the edge of the device below the stand’s bottom support, press on the inside of the support with the tip of your index finger (or the tips of several fingers) to pull the support away from the latch.

  • Page 21: Removing And Reattaching The Stand

    Removing and Reattaching the Stand If you do not want to use the stand, you can remove it from the back of the device. You can reattach it easily at any time. Removing the Stand 1. Position the stand so that it is not latched in place. 2.

  • Page 22: Removing The Handle

    Removing the Handle If you do not plan to use the handle, you can remove it by removing the four screws that hold it in place. The handle and screws are potential choking hazards. Store them in a safe location. Chat Fusion User’s Guide Page 22...

  • Page 23: Attaching A Strap

    Attaching a Strap For hands-free transport, loops for attaching a strap were provided in your Chat Fusion package. For convenience, there are two sets of strap holders—one set on the handle and another set on the bottom edge of the device. Note: If you remove the handle, simply attach the strap to the bottom holders.

  • Page 24: Using The Touchscreen

    Using the Touchscreen Your device comes with a capacitive touchscreen. It responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger. You can also use the stylus that was provided with your device. See “Using the Stylus”. Important! Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.

  • Page 25: Using The Stylus

    Using the Stylus A compatible stylus was provided with your device. If you prefer to purchase a different stylus, be sure it is compatible with a capacitive touchscreen. Note: The stylus provided has an opening on the end and can be attached to an individual or the device using a chain, string, or lanyard.

  • Page 26: Cleaning And Disinfecting Your Device

    Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Device If your device will only be used by one client, routine cleaning and disinfecting should be sufficient. If, however, multiple clients will be using the device, take additional measures to clean and disinfect the device after it has been used by one client before allowing it to be used by another client.
  • Page 27 Next Step: Disinfect the device and accessories 1. Wipe down the device and accessories with a new disinfectant wipe (Virucidal, Bactericidal, Pseudomonacidal, Tuberculocidal, Fungicidal)—Metrex CaviWipes. Follow the disinfectant product manufacturer’s instructions for disinfecting. 2. Make sure to clean inside all cracks and corners, and wipe more than once if necessary to keep the device wet for a minimum of three (3) minutes.

  • Page 28: Using The Home Screen

    Using the Home Screen The home screen allows you to place shortcuts, widgets, and other items to customize the device to your needs. To display the home screen, press Home on the device. Note: Dedicated (locked) devices do not have access to the home screen. Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this user’s guide start with the device unlocked and running the application.

  • Page 29: Adding Shortcuts

    Adding Shortcuts The home screen provides shortcuts to applications. Shortcuts to the application and the camera are provided initially. You can add shortcuts as you need them. To add a shortcut to an app or widget: 1. Press and hold on an empty area of the home screen. The Home Screen menu opens.

  • Page 30: Opening And Closing The Application

    Opening and Closing the Application To open the application from the home screen, tap the application shortcut. Application shortcut When the application is open, pressing Home will minimize the application and display the operating system’s home screen. To close the application, press and hold Back and confirm by choosing Yes.

  • Page 31: Using The Application Screen

    Using the Application Screen A small arrow in the upper corner of a button indicates that the button links to another page. For information on resizing or hiding an arrow link, see “Modifying a Button Arrow Link” on page 58. Chat Fusion User’s Guide Page 31...

  • Page 32: Using Application Menus

    Using Application Menus The Menu and Back button icons only appear when you tap them. After choosing Menu , groupings of menus appear. These menus vary depending on other settings in the application. In Edit Mode In Edit Mode, all the buttons are outlined, indicating that they can be edited.

  • Page 33: Choosing A Vocabulary File

    Choosing a Vocabulary File Choosing an appropriate vocabulary file is imperative to the success of the device user. Saltillo suggests that a qualified speech language pathologist, teaching staff, parents, and device user are all part of the decision process of choosing an appropriate vocabulary file.

  • Page 34: Additional Considerations

    Additional Considerations When choosing a vocabulary, keep these additional considerations in mind. Screen orientation Some individuals may work best with pages displayed in landscape orientation, while others may do better in portrait orientation. Visual issues Some people will work best with symbols, while others may do better with pictures.

  • Page 35: Exploring Vocabulary Files

    Menu > Library. Available vocabulary files will be listed. The vocabulary file that is currently open. An original Saltillo-provided vocabulary file that cannot be modified or deleted. To customize a vocabulary file, make a copy of it and customize the copy. See “Creating a Customized Vocabulary...

  • Page 36: Available Vocabulary Files

    Available Vocabulary Files From the list of available vocabulary files, tap on a file name, choose Open, and explore the file. Take some time to explore each of these files and see if one might be appropriate for the device user or get some ideas for creating your own.

  • Page 37: Wordpower24 With Phrases

    Nouns, adjectives, and verbs can be added and customized to meet the particular needs of the individual. WordPower24 with Phrases WordPower24 with Phrases is designed for individuals who are unable to use a word-based vocabulary design, but are able to generate novel thoughts using carrier phrases and semantic categories.

  • Page 38: Wordpower80

    WordPower80 WordPower80 is for someone who has good vision, motor skills, and literacy skills. WordPower80 vocabulary pages consist of core vocabulary, spelling, and word prediction. WordPower108 WordPower108 is the newest WordPower vocabulary option. It consists of a large number of high-frequency words on the main page, resulting in fast communication and quick access to core words.

  • Page 39: Mycore

    conversation and provides AAC users immediate and more successful communication exchanges within a variety of settings. myCore myCore is a combination of core and phrase-based vocabulary geared toward individuals who have literacy skills. Spelling Spelling is a keyboard page set with four word prediction buttons and a few pre-stored phrases.

  • Page 40: Chat Editor

    Chat Editor Chat Editor is a supplemental program that runs on a Windows desktop or laptop computer. It allows you to customize vocabulary files. Although customizing is also possible on the device itself, the Editor allows the family and/or professionals to customize the vocabulary when the device is not present.

  • Page 41: Configuring Chat Editor

    Configuring Chat Editor The first time you open Chat Editor after installing it, you will be prompted to set up a configuration. 1. Select Chat Fusion from the Choose Product window and click OK. 2. Select your language from the Choose Language window and click 3.

  • Page 42: Using Vocabulary Files With The Editor

    To explore files using Chat Editor, choose Library. My Resources stores all custom files. All default Saltillo-supplied files are stored in the folder specifying the symbol set and language used. Device and Editor Differences Note: Chat Editor is not intended to function as a speech generating device.

  • Page 43: Using Chat Editor To Create Instructional Materials

    Using Chat Editor to Create Instructional Materials Capture sequences of buttons from screens in Chat Editor to paste into instructional materials you create such as Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, flash cards, etc. 1. In Chat Editor, choose Capture in the top section of the Editor window.
  • Page 44 Notes on Capturing Button Sequences If you need to try several sequences to find the one you want, turn off Capture Selections. Once you decide what you want to capture, turn Capture Selections back on. If you make a mistake, select Clear and start capturing the sequence again.

  • Page 45: Turning Edit Mode On

    Turning Edit Mode On To edit a vocabulary file or any resource linked to it (pages, buttons, etc.), you must activate Edit Mode. You can edit a vocabulary file on the device or by using Chat Editor. Device: Choose Menu > Edit Mode. All the buttons are outlined, and the words “Edit Mode”, followed by the current vocabulary and page names, appear in red across the bottom row of keys.

  • Page 46: Creating A Customized Vocabulary File

    Creating a Customized Vocabulary File The Saltillo-provided (original) vocabulary files cannot be modified. This maintains the original, default vocabularies in case they may be needed at a later time. To create your own customized vocabulary file: 1. Determine which original vocabulary file will work as a starting point.

  • Page 47: Modifying Button Text

    Modifying Button Text You can modify the label or message text for any button. Or you can remove the text and fill the button with an image. Displaying the Button Text to Edit Choose Menu > Edit Mode. Then press and hold on the button. (Right- click if you are using the Editor.) A menu will open.

  • Page 48: Editing The Button Text

    Editing the Button Text In Chat Editor, click in the Label or Message box and enter your new text. In the application, do the following: Tap in the Label or Message box to display the keyboard. Enter your new text. If you tapped in the Label box, choose Next to move to the Message box.

  • Page 49: Adding Or Modifying A Button Image

    Adding or Modifying a Button Image Choose Menu > Edit Mode. Then press and hold on the button. (Right- click if you are using the Editor.) A menu will open. Choose Edit Button to display the Button Properties. Choose the image you want to use. To locate the image, you can choose Find, Browse, Search, or Import.

  • Page 50: Finding An Image From The Device Library

    Finding an Image from the Device Library From the Button Properties, choose Find or Browse to open a list of categories. Choose a category to open a list of images. Then choose the image you want. The image will be displayed in the Button Properties. Choose Save. Searching for an Image in the Device Library From the Button Properties in the Editor, choose Search to search for images with the label name.

  • Page 51: Using Your Own Image

    Using Your Own Image If you find that the image you need is not available from the device library, you can use your own digital, scanned, downloaded, or homemade image and import that image directly into the button. Note: If you are using the Editor, the image must be on the same computer.

  • Page 52: Transferring Images

    Transferring Images When you want to copy images from your computer to your device or from your device to your computer: 1. Attach the device to your computer using the USB cable provided. 2. Give the device a moment to connect to the computer. The device screen will display “Transfer Mode”, and the computer will display a window with several options.

  • Page 53: Hiding Buttons

    Hiding Buttons It may be useful to hide some of the buttons when initially presenting a vocabulary to the device user. Presenting all buttons at once may be overwhelming. Hiding some of the buttons will allow the device user to more easily focus on specific vocabulary being presented.

  • Page 54: Hiding Or Showing Multiple Buttons

    Hiding or Showing Multiple Buttons Choose Menu > Edit Mode > Hide Mode. You now have three options: • Choose buttons one by one to hide or show. • Choose Hide All to hide all buttons on the current page. •...

  • Page 55: Modifying Button Styles

    Modifying Button Styles You can modify styles and color saturation for individual buttons, all buttons on a page, or all buttons in a vocabulary file. You can also override button styles set up for pages and vocabulary files for a single button. Modifying a Button Style You can only modify a button’s style in Edit Mode.

  • Page 56: Modifying Button Color Saturation

    Modifying Button Color Saturation Saturation (gradient fill) adds the appearance of depth to a button. To adjust the color saturation on the device: Choose Menu > Settings > Style > Enable. Then choose Saturation. The current saturation setting is displayed. Lower numbers add more background color to the buttons.

  • Page 57: Modifying A Vocabulary Button Style

    Modifying a Vocabulary Button Style The Button Style Override menu offers the ability to modify all buttons in an entire vocabulary file at one time. 1. Open the vocabulary file you want to modify. 2. Choose Menu > Edit Mode. 3.

  • Page 58: Modifying A Button Arrow Link

    Modifying a Button Arrow Link Linking buttons display a linking arrow in the upper right corner of the button. The arrow indicates that the button will take you to a different page. You can resize or hide the linking arrow. To resize a linking arrow: 1.

  • Page 59: Adding Or Modifying A Button Action

    Adding or Modifying a Button Action A single button can perform a number of different actions. For example: different speaking options; adding grammatical endings to words; clearing the display; or backspacing. To add or modify a button’s action: 1. Choose Menu > Edit Mode. 2.

  • Page 60: Available Button Actions

    Available Button Actions Button Name Description No Action Performs no action Add Message to Inserts text from the button’s message box into the display, but Display the words are not spoken Add Time/Date to Displays the current date and time in the Speech Display Bar Display (SDB) Apply Modifier...
  • Page 61 Button Name Description Record Audio Records audio files. These are recordings of someone speaking or sounds. Repeat Last Spoken Repeats the last spoken message Save Display Saves the text currently showing on the display for later use. SDB - Copies all text in the SDB and places a copy in the Clipboard Copy Text SDB - Adds text from the Clipboard to the SDB...

  • Page 62: Using Navigate, Visit, And Jump To Page

    Button Name Description Volume Down Turns down the volume. Volume Up Turns up the volume. Using Navigate, Visit, and Jump to Page Navigate takes you to a new page until you choose another button to move away from that page. Visit takes you to a new page and takes you back to the previous page after a single hit.

  • Page 63: Copying Buttons

    Copying Buttons The application allows you to copy a button, copy and reuse the same button, copy a button style, and use a button in multiple places. Copying and Pasting a Button Buttons can be copied and pasted to new locations. If you modify a copy of a button, you will edit only the copy.

  • Page 64: Prioritizing Buttons

    Prioritizing Buttons Buttons can be prioritized by their position on the page or by their size. These procedures are performed with Edit Mode on. Rearranging Buttons 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.

  • Page 65: Creating A Page

    Creating a Page Pages are levels of specific vocabulary linked together to create a vocabulary file specific to the device user. You can create a page by using any of these methods: Create a new page; create a copy of a page; create a page from a template;...

  • Page 66: Copying A Page From A Different Vocabulary File

    Copying a Page from a Different Vocabulary File You can copy one or more pages from a different vocabulary file to use in the current vocabulary file. 1. Choose Menu > Pages > Menu > Import. 2. Choose the vocabulary file that includes the page you want. 3.

  • Page 67: Using Keyboards

    Using Keyboards A number of keyboards are available throughout the system. For example, WordPower files offer ABC and QWERTY options, MultiChat 15 provides a keyboard option for those using a keyguard, and each default file provides variations of keyboards to choose from. You can select the specific keyboard you need or link a button to a keyboard.

  • Page 68: Working With Gestures

    Working with Gestures A gesture is a motion that can be made to the screen to trigger a specific action. An example of a gesture might be a “swipe down” on the screen that would clear the text from the Speech Display Bar. A gesture can apply a particular page (see “Creating a Gesture for a Page”), or it can be applied to all pages in a vocabulary file (see...

  • Page 69: Creating A Gesture For All Pages

    Creating a Gesture for All Pages To create a gesture for all pages in a vocabulary file: 1. Open the vocabulary file. 2. Choose Menu > Edit Mode > Edit Vocabulary > Gestures. 3. Choose the gesture from the list. For example: “One Finger Swipe Down”.

  • Page 70: Working With Speech

    Working with Speech When you select a speech synthesizer, you can select from a variety of voices to speak individual characters, words, phrases, or sentences. You can select exactly what and when you want to speak. Selecting a Synthesizer and Voice To access the available voices, choose Menu >...

  • Page 71: Adding A Pause Between Words

    The Ivona voices are as follows: Name Voice British English adult female Brian British English adult male Emma British English adult female US English child Joey US English adult male Kendra US English adult female Kimberly US English adult female Nicole Australian adult female Russell...

  • Page 72: Adding Words To The Pronunciation Dictionary

    Adding Words to the Pronunciation Dictionary Each synthesizer speaks words in its own way. You can add pronunciation exceptions to a dictionary for each synthesizer. The voice synthesizer on the Editor is not the same as the one on the device, and the two will not pronounce words in the same way.

  • Page 73: Setting Access Options

    Setting Access Options Some people who use the application may have trouble reliably selecting individual buttons or keys due to tremors or lack of fine motor control. To assist these individuals, we've included several different methods of "filtering" user input to make selections more reliable. Four options are available for configuring the touchscreen;...

  • Page 74: Setting A Time To Prevent Selection Of A Button Twice

    Setting a Time to Prevent Selection of a Button Twice Setting a Release Time helps prevent accidental selection of the same button twice. After a button selection, another button cannot be selected until the release time expires. 1. Choose Menu > Settings > Input > Timing. 2.

  • Page 75: Using The Speech Display Bar

    Using the Speech Display Bar The Speech Display Bar (SDB) displays text that you enter or generate in the application. You can change the size of the text and the number of lines of text that appear in the window. Tapping on the SDB can speak all text generated.

  • Page 76: Changing Sdb Style Settings

    Changing SDB Style Settings To change SDB style settings, choose Menu > Settings > Style. The Style options allow you to configure the following for the SDB: • font type, size, and style (Bold or Italic) • height (number of rows) •...

  • Page 77: Changing Device Orientation Settings

    Changing Device Orientation Settings The Chat Fusion device allows the screen to rotate automatically when the device is tilted. This can be quite handy or a nuisance for some users. The application allows you to change orientation settings and use orientation tilt with the Speech Display Bar (SDB).

  • Page 78: Using Orientation Tilt With The Sdb

    Using Orientation Tilt with the SDB We know there are times that using the voice output might not be appropriate but communication is still needed. This might be a library or church setting. The tilt option offers an Expand option of the Speech Display Bar to offer the communication partner an expanded version of the text.

  • Page 79: Switch Scanning

    Switch Scanning As an alternative to directly selecting each button on the screen, the application offers single switch and two switch scanning. To access the options for customizing a scanning technique, choose Menu > Settings > Input > Scanning. Setting Description Enable Scanning Turns scanning on or off.

  • Page 80: Selecting Scan Mode

    4. To set scanning to activate without holding a switch, choose Switch Access > Auto Scan. 5. To find other switch scanning options, choose Back Selecting Scan Mode Select the scanning mode by choosing Menu > Settings > Input > Scanning >...

  • Page 81: Setting Scan Speed

    Setting Scan Speed Scan speed is the amount of time it takes for your device to move from one button, row, or column to the next in a scan. The default scan speed is one second. This means it takes one second from the time one key is highlighted until the next key is highlighted.

  • Page 82: Setting Auditory Prompts

    Setting Auditory Prompts To set auditory prompts, choose Menu > Settings > Input > Scanning > Auditory Prompts. Enable Auditory Prompts Scanning with auditory prompting on provides not only a visual cue, but also an auditory cue to indicate where the scan is currently. If you are scanning, simply activate your switch.

  • Page 83: Adding Row Prompts

    To change the voice, choose Voice Settings, then tap the arrow to the right of the currently selected voice to open a list of voices. Choose the voice you want. If necessary, adjust the voice’s pitch or talking speed: 1. Slide your finger along the Pitch or Rate bar or tap a bar at a specific point.

  • Page 84: Using Word Finder

    Using Word Finder Use the Word Finder feature to find the path to specific words. If you need to know if a word is included, use this feature to find where the word is stored. Setting up Word Finder There are two ways to use this feature: Set up a button or set up Word Finder as a menu item.

  • Page 85: Finding Specific Words

    1. To increase the interval, tap + (the plus sign) or type a higher number. 2. To decrease saturation, tap – (the minus sign) or type a lower number. 3. Choose Done and then choose OK. Finding Specific Words When you want to find where a word is used, either tap the Word Finder button or choose the Word Finder menu item.

  • Page 86: Using Text Options

    Using Text Options Abbreviation Expansion, Word Prediction, and Automatic Capitalization provide additional tools for alternate message formulation. Adding, Modifying, and Deleting Abbreviations Abbreviations can be used instead of writing the entire word. Some abbreviations have been provided in the application. Those abbreviations cannot be modified or deleted.

  • Page 87: Enabling Word Prediction

    Enabling Word Prediction The application uses a static word prediction dictionary. North American English and British English dictionaries have been provided on the device. To turn word prediction on or off: 1. Choose Menu > Settings > Text > Prediction. 2.

  • Page 88: Restricting Access

    Restricting Access When you want to prevent the user from changing settings, accessing operating system features, or using apps, you can do any of the following: Block access to application settings; block access to the operating system and apps; block access to application settings AND the operating system and apps.

  • Page 89: Blocking Access To Application Settings, The Operating System, And Apps

    Important! If the Kiosk Mode option is greyed out, you may have a dedicated system. If your system was purchased as a dedicated system, you must purchase a key to unlock the system. Contact Saltillo for details. Choose Menu > Settings > System > Kiosk Mode. Then uncheck Kiosk Mode.

  • Page 90: Creating And Loading Profiles

    Creating and Loading Profiles Profiles provide a snapshot of the current settings of the system to be saved for easy access at a later time. You can save multiple profiles to be used when needed. Creating multiple profiles allows you to switch between groups of settings.

  • Page 91: Deleting A Profile

    Deleting a Profile Choose Menu > Settings > Profiles > Delete. Choose the profile to delete from the list. Restoring Default Profile Settings At any time, you can restore the default settings. Choose Menu > Settings > Profiles > Load. Then choose Load Default Settings. Changing Languages and Voices You can change languages and voices.

  • Page 92: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time You can set the date and time from the Settings menu, and you can create a button that speaks and displays the current date and time. Changing Date and Time Settings Choose Menu > Settings > System > Date and Time. Then set the date, time zone, time, and the appropriate date and time formats.

  • Page 93: Adjusting Audible Feedback

    Adjusting Audible Feedback The application provides an option to produce a sound when a button is activated. To add haptic or audible feedback: Choose Menu > Settings > System > Sound Settings. Audible Selection provides an audible click when navigating through application menus.

  • Page 94: Analyzing Language Development

    Analyzing Language Development You can use the data logging capabilities of your device to collect information on an individual’s language development. Then you can upload that information to the Realize Language™ website. Collect data on Upload the data to the Create easy-to- your device Realize Language website...

  • Page 95: Turning On Data Logging On Your Device

    For Customer Support If you have a problem with the Realize Language website, email support@realizelanguage.com If you have a problem with your device, call Saltillo technical support at 1-800-382-8622 or email service@saltillo.com. Turning on Data Logging on Your Device To turn data logging on, choose Menu > Settings > Data Logging. The Data Logging menu opens.

  • Page 96: Uploading Data For Analysis

    Uploading Data for Analysis After you turn data logging on, your device will start collecting usage data. Your next step is to upload that data to the Realize Language website for analysis. You can initiate uploads manually any time or choose to allow data to upload automatically every 24 hours.

  • Page 97: Setting Up Automatic Data Uploads

    4. Enter your Realize Language account password, select Done, and select OK. The device will be connected to the Realize Language website, and the data upload screen will be displayed. 5. The screen will display the server connection, your Realize Language account email address, your device user name, and the date of the last data upload.

  • Page 98: Initiating An Immediate Data Upload

    Initiating an Immediate Data Upload Any time you want to upload data immediately, choose Upload Now. Data collected since your last upload will be uploaded immediately. The button label will change to “Uploading” while the upload is in progress. When the upload is complete, “Upload Completed” will appear near the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 99: Managing Your Realize Language Account

    Managing Your Realize Language Account To update your Realize Language account, choose Manage Account. The Manage Account screen will show your subscription status, list recent uploads, and display buttons for selecting a user, adding a user, and “remembering” your password. Adding a User to Your Realize Language Account Choose Add User.

  • Page 100: Changing Your Realize Language Account Password

    Changing Your Realize Language Account Password If you change your Realize Language account password on the Realize Language website, you need to activate the new password on your device by doing the following on the device. 1. From the Manage Account screen, choose Remember Password. The account log in screen will be displayed with the “Account Password”...

  • Page 101: Saving Data To A File To Analyze Manually

    5. Enter the password again in the Confirm Password field. 6. Choose the page’s Reset Password button. The account log in screen will be displayed again with “Your password has been reset” showing at the top of the page. 7. The new password you set on the Realize Language website is now valid on your device.

  • Page 102: Changing Your Data Logging Password

    3. Select an option: “Since last save on”, “From / to”, or All. 4. Choose Save to File. The following message will be displayed: Data logging collects personal communication. Do you want to save personal communication? 5. Select Yes. “File Saved” will appear near the bottom of the screen. 6.

  • Page 103: Clearing Usage Data

    Clearing Usage Data To clear usage data for a user: 1. Make the user inactive: Choose Data Upload from the Data Logging menu; enter the account email address and password; and choose Disable Upload. 2. Choose Clear Log. The following screen will be displayed. 3.

  • Page 104: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures From the home screen, touch the Camera button. Camera shortcut Using the display as a viewfinder, compose your photo by aiming the lens at the subject. To take the photo, touch the Camera shortcut. After taking a photo, touch the image viewer to view the photo. Chat Fusion User’s Guide Page 104...

  • Page 105: Updating The Application

    Updating the Application Be sure to check for available software updates on a regular basis. Note: You must be connected to WiFi to download updates automatically. Downloading and Installing Updates Automatically The “Allow WiFi Download” and “Auto Install” options are selected by default on your device.
  • Page 106 5. Choose Install. “Installing” will be displayed below a progress bar while the installation is in progress. Note: The number of updates to install can vary. When prompted, follow in on-screen instructions. 6. When the installation is complete, the screen will show “The Update Completed Successfully”.

  • Page 107: Backing Up And Restoring Vocabulary Files

    Backing Up and Restoring Vocabulary Files It’s important to back up your vocabulary files to guard against losing changes you made. If a problem occurs, you can then restore the backed up file to your device or the Editor. Note: When you perform a backup, you will overwrite your existing backup file.

  • Page 108: Transferring Vocabulary Files

    Transferring Vocabulary Files To transfer vocabulary files between the device and the Editor: 1. Start Chat Editor. 2. Attach a USB cable to the device and to the computer that is running the Editor. The device screen will display “Transfer Mode”. 3.

  • Page 109: Copying Vocabulary Files From The Device To The Editor

    Copying Vocabulary Files from the Device to the Editor From the Transfer screen, select the vocabulary file or files you want to transfer from the device to the computer and click the To Editor button. When the transfer is complete, the name of the file should be listed in the Chat Editor section of the Transfer screen.

  • Page 110: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The device no longer produces sound Airplane Mode may have been turned on. To make sure Airplane Mode is off, press and hold the device’s power button. If Airplane Mode shows “Airplane mode is ON”, tap Airplane Mode to turn it off.. Can’t Find the Library Menu If the Library menu is not displayed, exit Edit Mode.

  • Page 111: Clearing And Restoring Customizations

    1. Choose Menu > Library > Menu > Delete. 2. Check each file in the list (the list contains only custom files). 3. Choose Delete. 4. Choose Yes to confirm. Only the Saltillo-provided default vocabulary files should be available. Restoring the Default Application Settings 1.

  • Page 112: Removing Downloaded Apps And Files

    Removing Downloaded Apps and Files If you suspect that the device user may have downloaded new apps that should be deleted from the system, contact Saltillo for details or visit our Support site for details on removing these items. Images can be removed manually by choosing the Gallery App, pressing and holding on each image, and choosing to delete them.

  • Page 113: Care And Maintenance

    When charging the device, use only the AC charger that came with the device. The batteries for the device are not field replaceable, and the system will need to be returned to Saltillo Corporation (USA) for servicing. Replacement and repair of any electronic components of your device should only be done by qualified service personnel.

  • Page 114: Warranty

    Warranty Saltillo Corporation warrants the Chat Fusion device to be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal use for the device warranty period of one year from date of purchase. Please contact the Saltillo Service department (1-800-382-8622, option 1) prior to making alternations to the Chat Fusion device for mounting, transportation, etc.

  • Page 115: Index

    Index Application Blocking access to settings 88 Menus 32 Opening/closing 30 4-Basic (vocabulary file) 39 Restoring access to settings 88 Using the screen 31 Abbreviations 86 Apps Acapela Adding shortcuts to apps 29 Available voices 70 Removing downloads 112 Access Audible feedback 93 Blocking access to settings 88 Auditory prompts...
  • Page 116 Hiding all button images 54 Cleaning and disinfecting Hiding multiple buttons 54 Routine 26 List of available actions 60 Use by multiple clients 26 Modifiers 58 Closing the application 30 Modifying color saturation 56 Controlling volume 19 Modifying styles 55, 56, 57 Copying Moving images to and from Copying vocabulary files from...
  • Page 117 Adjusting audible feedback 93 Device Changing orientation 77 Gestures Charging 11 Changing page applicability 68 Chat Fusion 10 features 17 Editing or removing 68 Controlling volume 19 For all pages 69 Customer support 9 For single page 68 Differences from Chat Editor 42...
  • Page 118 Available voices 71 Orientation Changing device orientation 77 Changing settings 77 Keyboards Orientation tilt with the SDB 78 Options 67 Setting in Chat Editor 42 Kiosk Mode Hiding access to the operating system and apps 88, 89 Pages Restoring access to the operating Adding a grid 66 system and apps 89 Animating transitions 66...
  • Page 119 Using 75 Cursor color 81 Spelling (vocabulary file) 39 Options 79 Stand Rescans 81 Adjusting Chat Fusion 10 stand Row/Column 80 Setting auditory prompts 82 Reattaching Chat Fusion 10 stand Setting patterns 80 Speed 81 Removing Chat Fusion 10 stand...
  • Page 120 Switches Automatic 97 Configuring 79 Immediate 98 Options 79 Synthesizer VocabPC 38 Selecting a synthesizer 70 Vocabulary files 4-Basic 39 Template Backing up and restoring 107 Creating page from template 65 Choosing 33 Text options Clearing custom files 111 Abbreviations 86 Copying from device to Editor Automatic capitalization 87 Copying from Editor to device...
  • Page 121 WordPower42 37 WordPower42 Basic 37 WordPower48 37 WordPower60 37 WordPower80 38 Voice Acapela voices available 70 Changing 91 Ivona voices available 71 Selecting a voice 70 Setting auditory prompts 82 Volume Controlling 19 Warranty 114 Widgets Adding shortcuts to widgets 29 Word Finder 84 Word prediction 87 WordPower 36...
  • Page 122 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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