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Page 2 West Midlands DY8 4PS England DynaVox® is a registered trademark of DynaVox Systems, LLC. MightyMo and MiniMo are registered trademarks of DynaVox Systems LLC. All other brand and product names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Right Side of the Device ........2-5 MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide...
Page 4 Plug the Device In ........2-14 Replace the MightyMo Battery......2-14 Replace the MiniMo Battery.
Page 5 Define the Title Bar Contents ......5-24 MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 6 Select Symbol Sets for a Page or Group of Pages ... . . 7-4 Select Symbol Sets for a Single Button ..... . 7-5 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 7 Import a Picture from a Secondary Storage Card ....10-5 Import a Digital Picture from a Computer..... . 10-7 MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide xiii...
Page 8 Restoring from a Secondary Storage Card ....12-7 Upgrading MightyMo/MiniMo System Software ....12-10 Checking the DynaVox Website for Upgrades.
Page 9: Introduction
The MightyMo/MiniMo can be tailored to the needs of an individual in virtually any situation, since it offers a variety of methods for selecting buttons or other items on the touch screen. The built-in selection...
Page 10 Two different sets of phone controls (GEWA Jupiter and TASH) enable the device to dial and answer telephones. The MightyMo/MiniMo can also play sound recordings in .mp3 format, and can display digital photos and other graphics files in digital format.
Page 11: Important Information About Your Device
Your DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo device meets all necessary international safety standards and has been tested to meet IEC601-1 requirements and FCC part 15 class B. The MightyMo/MiniMo system is a Class II device. The degree of protection provided by the system is IXPO.
Page 12: Emergency Use: Intended Use Of This Product
Caution: This device presents a risk of electrical shock if the plastic casing is opened. Do not open the plastic casing that surrounds the device. Caution: The MightyMo/MiniMo devices are not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
Page 13: Who Should Read This Guide
HOULD UIDE This document is intended for individuals who will use the MightyMo/MiniMo for communication or who will assist others in setting up and using the device. Many aspects of the MightyMo/MiniMo can be customized, including all of the communication pages and most attributes of the user interface, such as menu and button colors, speaker volume and more.
Page 14: Document Conventions
& Upgrading and restoring user-created data and for upgrading device software. External Hardware Instructions on connecting other pieces of electronic hardware to the MightyMo/MiniMo device in order to enhance its capabilities. Glossary Alphabetical list of terminology for this device. Index Alphabetical lists of topics in this document.
Page 15 Each time a section is mentioned, its title is displayed in bold, italic type along with the page number where the section is found. Here is an example: For step-by-step instructions, refer to Charge the Battery on page 2-10. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 16: How To Obtain Help
(such as the line provided below) where it will be handy if you must contact DynaVox, either to check on an order for your product or to talk with someone in Technical Support.
Page 17: Quick Start Guide
How to Obtain Help Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Start Guide The DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo Quick Start Guide is the first step in learning to communicate with your MightyMo/MiniMo device. It introduces DynaVox terms and features, helps you through the initial device setup and introduces the many ways you can easily add your own customized information to your MightyMo/MiniMo device.
Page 18: Telephone Technical Support
Telephone Technical Support If you are unable to find the answers you need on the Knowledge Base on the DynaVox website, you can reach our Technical Support Center by calling 1-800-344-1778. Technical troubleshooting support is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Page 19: Terms You Should Know
HOULD This document uses some basic computer terms as well as vocabulary that is unique to DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo software. It is important that you take a few minutes to become familiar with these terms and their meanings. Reviewing this section now will make it easier for you to learn about your MightyMo/MiniMo device.
Page 20: Menus And The Title Bar
Message Window or performing an infrared command. Selecting the button will launch the behavior(s) assigned to it. Menus and the Title Bar The DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo software provides special tools to help you maintain and customize your device. ITLE •...
Page 21 The buttons provide tools for customizing the item that is selected in the viewport. Browsers are used to navigate through multiple options and to customize user information like pages and sounds. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 1-13 Part # 400030-C...
Page 22 • Directory/Folder - A directory is a stored group of files, pages or other items. Directories are displayed in the viewports of browser menus. Because a graphic that is shaped like a small file folder is 1-14 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 23: Keyboards
When the check box is empty, the option is disabled. Keyboards When you are using or programming a MightyMo/MiniMo device, a keyboard popup will open when you are required to enter text information or when you select a text box. The MightyMo/MiniMo software provides a number of system keyboards, each designed for different cognitive levels and selection methods.
Page 24: Default System Keyboard
Chapter 1: Introduction Terms You Should Know You also have the option to connect an external keyboard to your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Refer to External Keyboard on page A-4 for more information. Default System Keyboard The default system keyboard for the DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo software is called System Keyboard.
Page 25: Frequency Of Use System Keyboard
Interface Features menu (refer to Select a System Keyboard on page 5-29 for more information), it will be presented whenever you are required to enter text information or when you select a text box. REQUENCY OF YSTEM EYBOARD MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 1-17 Part # 400030-C...
Page 26 Terms You Should Know It contains the standard alphanumeric keys as well as keys for commands that are specific to using the scanning selection method in the MightyMo/MiniMo software. Text Window The text window appears at the top of the popup and displays the text you are entering.
Page 27 Terms You Should Know Chapter 1: Introduction Line End Select the Line End button to move the cursor in the text window to the end of the line it is on. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 1-19 Part # 400030-C...
Page 28: Where Do I Begin To Customize My Device
Most users will want to customize their devices to make it easier to communicate or to help them perform other activities. The MightyMo/MiniMo device contains a variety of tools for changing the way your device functions.
Page 29: Adding Custom Recorded Sounds
Where Do I Begin to Customize my Device? Chapter 1: Introduction Adding Custom Recorded Sounds The DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo provides an extensive library of pre- recorded words, phrases and sentences. It also enables you to record your own custom sounds and assign them to buttons for more personalized communication.
Page 30: Sharing Or Storing Files
Sharing or Storing Files Your MightyMo/MiniMo device has tools that allow you to share files with other individuals who use a MightyMo/MiniMo device. You can give files to other individuals by using the page and package export functions.
Page 31: Hardware
Hardware This section provides an overview of the hardware features of your MightyMo/MiniMo device, including each of the items found in the shipping box. It also contains step-by-step instructions for hardware tasks, such as working with data storage cards, charging and replacing the battery, resetting the device and performing system maintenance procedures.
Page 32: Whats In The Box
DynaVox Technologies for repair, you will need the box and packing material to ship it safely. If any of the items are missing from the box, call the DynaVox Technical Support Center at 1-800-344-1778.
Page 33: Hardware Features
MightyMo/MiniMo device is the built-in touch screen, which allows you to interact with displayed objects. On the MightyMo device, the touch screen provides a resolution of 800 by 600 pixels. On the MiniMo device the screen resolution is 640 by 480 pixels.
Page 34: Back Of The Device
A small round charging indicator is located to the right of the touch screen. This indicator displays an amber light only when the device is being charged. Back of the Device Turn the MightyMo/MiniMo upside down and examine the back of the device. IEW OF EVICE...
Page 35: Right Side Of The Device
Note: To avoid losing information you may have added to your MightyMo/MiniMo, do not use the Reset button until instructed to do so by a DynaVox Technologies Technical Support representative. The bottom of your device also features two sets of strap attachment points.
Page 36 This section describes each port in order, from left to right. The first port is the USB device port. This square port can be used with a USB cable to connect the MightyMo or MiniMo device to another USB-capable device.
Page 37: Front Of The Device
An optional secondary storage card can provide additional memory for file storage on your device, or the opportunity to share files and data with others who use a MightyMo/MiniMo device. Located behind the bottom of the panel area is an infrared device, which enables you to use your MightyMo/MiniMo to control home appliances such as televisions or stereos.
Page 38: Specifications For Accessories
Chapter 2: Hardware Specifications for Accessories PECIFICATIONS FOR CCESSORIES You may want to add accessories to your MightyMo/MiniMo, including any of the following: • Secondary data storage card • Removable USB storage device • Mouse • External speaker • External switch...
Page 39: Battery Information And Care
Check Available Battery Power When fully charged, the battery pack for the MightyMo can run the device continuously for approximately 10-12 hours. The MiniMo battery pack will support approximately 6-8 hours of continuous use when it is fully charged.
Page 40: Charge The Battery
When your device’s battery begins to run out of power, a red alert icon will appear in the title bar. This alert indicates that you should plug in your device to conserve the remaining power. You should 2-10 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 41: Calibrate The Battery
You can turn the device back on while it is charging. The light will go out when the battery is fully charged. It will take approximately nine hours for the MightyMo battery to fully charge. The MiniMo battery can be fully charged in about six hours.
Page 42 9. Press the power button to shut down the device. 10. Select the Yes button to confirm that you want to shut down the device. 11. Charge your MightyMo/MiniMo device until the charge light goes off. Note: It is best to charge your device overnight. Doing so will not damage the battery or the device.
Page 43: Analyze The Battery Runtime
14. Plug the charger into your device. 15. Charge your device for at least the recommended time. Charging a MiniMo takes approximately six hours, and charging a MightyMo takes approximately nine hours. (The recommended practice is to charge the device overnight.) This completes the battery calibration process.
Page 44: Plug The Device In
It is possible to extend the daily run time of the device’s battery pack by using the DC adapter/charger that was shipped with your device. If you are near an electrical outlet, you can use your MightyMo/MiniMo while it is plugged in.
Page 45: Replace The Minimo Battery
Battery Information and Care Chapter 2: Hardware a replacement battery by contacting DynaVox Technical Support at 1- 800-344-1778. Once you receive your new battery, follow these steps to install it: 1. Turn off the device and, if necessary, disconnect the charger.
Page 46 10. Replace the battery door and the screw holding it in place. 11. Charge the battery overnight (see Charge the Battery on page 2-10). 12. Dispose of the old battery in accordance to your local environmental laws. 2-16 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 47: Data Storage Cards
Chapter 2: Hardware TORAGE ARDS All MightyMo/MiniMo devices are shipped with a 256 MB CompactFlash data storage card. This card is used to store all the files and information you create and save on your device. To prevent a loss of information in the event of a device failure, it is extremely important to save changes to your device’s storage card after you...
Page 48: Install A Secondary Storage Card
1. Use the power button to turn the device off. 2. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two screws on the dark plastic panel on the front of your device (see Front of Device (MightyMo) on page 2-7). 3. Remove the dark plastic panel.
Page 49: Usb Storage Devices
Upgrading Using a USB Storage Device on page 12-11) USB S TORAGE EVICE The right side of your MightyMo/MiniMo device provides two ports for connecting USB storage devices (see Right Side of Device - Port Locations on page 2-5). Note: When connected to your device, a USB storage device will appear as UMS_FOLDER in the left viewport when you are sharing files.
Page 50 3. When the formatting is complete, select the OK button to close the window. Once the USB storage device is formatted, you may disconnect it from your MightyMo/MiniMo device, or leave it connected to begin sharing files. 2-20 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 51: Device Care And Handling
Cleaning Your Device To clean your MightyMo/MiniMo device, first turn the unit off and then wipe it gently with a damp cloth or soft paper towel. You may dampen the towel with a mild window cleaner to remove fingerprints, food particles and dust.
Page 52: Carrying Your Device
Device Care and Handling Carrying Your Device Your MightyMo/MiniMo was shipped with a short handle strap and a long shoulder strap. The devices offer two sets of strap attachment points on the back of the device (see Back View of Device (MightyMo) on page 2-4).
Page 53: Transporting Your Device
Device Care and Handling Chapter 2: Hardware Transporting Your Device If you use your MightyMo/MiniMo device while in a wheelchair, you should have it properly mounted for both communication and transportation purposes. Wheelchair mounting systems are available through DynaVox Technologies.
Page 54: Resetting The Device
Chapter 2: Hardware Resetting the Device ESETTING THE EVICE You may need to reset the MightyMo/MiniMo device when any of the following occurs: • The device is slow (selecting objects on the screen takes noticeably longer). • The device is in a locked state (nothing can be selected on the screen and/or the hourglass is displayed continuously).
Page 55: Perform A Hard Reset
Perform a Hard Reset Performing a hard reset on a MightyMo/MiniMo device will shut down the software and reload all information from the storage card. This type of reset will completely clear any RAM memory that was not saved to the storage card.
Page 56: System Maintenance
Set System Maintenance Options Before you perform system maintenance on your MightyMo/MiniMo device, you have the option to generate lists of symbols or sounds that are not currently assigned to any buttons. When these lists are displayed, you can choose to delete any unused symbols or sounds to regain the disk space on your data storage card.
Page 57: Perform System Maintenance
DynaVox Technologies recommends that you perform system maintenance after deleting or renaming numerous pages. This will optimize the efficiency of your MightyMo/MiniMo page sets. Depending on the optional settings you have enabled (see Set System Maintenance Options on page 2-26), you may also have the opportunity to delete any symbols or custom sounds that are not currently assigned to buttons.
Page 58 You will be asked to confirm that you want to delete the selected sounds. Select Yes to continue. 6. If there are unused symbols on your data storage card, the Select Custom Symbols to Delete menu will appear. The unused symbols 2-28 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 59 Do not select the power button or the touch screen until the reset is complete. When the reset is complete, you will be returned to the page that was open when you started the system maintenance. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 2-29 Part # 400030-C...
Page 60 Chapter 2: Hardware Resetting the Device 2-30 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 61 Resetting the Device Chapter 2: Hardware MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 2-31 Part # 400030-C...
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Page 63: Using Dynavox Language Application
Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets This chapter describes the page sets that are included with your MightyMo/MiniMo device and illustrates the master page from each set. A summary of navigation tools for moving through the pages in a set is also provided.
Page 64: About
The DynaVox Language Application page sets are a group of five page sets developed by the DynaVox Technologies Education department. The three Gateway Jumpstart page sets were developed by Joan Bruno, Ph.D., CCC-SLP.
Page 65: 12 Adult
See Selecting Preferred Recordings on page 8-23 for more information. The rest of this section features brief descriptions of the DynaVox Language Application page sets and the Gateway Jumpstart page sets, reviewing the content provided in each set. While you are reading the page set overviews, be sure to use your device to explore the individual pages.
Page 66: Behavior Modification
Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets About Page Sets navigation strategy, see Navigating Within a Page Set on page 3-13. 12 A : 12 A DULT ASTER DULT The vocabulary is designed to encourage the initiation of dialog and conversational participation in social, personal and work-related environments.
Page 67: Medical
About Page Sets Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets include schedules, choices, rules, step-by-step directions, messages, motivation and social scripts. EHAVIOR ODIFICATION ASTER EHAVIOR The pages in the Behavior Modification page set offer various page layouts including tab control pages. As with the Medical pages, the Behavior Modification pages are not a comprehensive page set.
Page 68 Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets About Page Sets communication page set. The illustration below shows the master page from the 20-button set for adolescents/adults. EDICAL ASTER EDICAL For information about linking to new pages from an existing page, see About Page Navigation for Added Pages on page 3-13.
Page 69: Preschool
About Page Sets Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets Preschool The Preschool page set contains simple, interactive communication pages for young children. Each page offers nine large buttons with communicative content. : 9 P RESCHOOL ASTER RESCHOOL These pages are designed for beginning communicators who may require some assistance with page navigation.
Page 70: Gateway Jumpstart
In addition, the Virtual symbol set that is available on the MightyMo/MiniMo software contains hundreds of symbols to allow buttons in this page set to be customized quickly. For information on using custom pictures as symbols, see Use a Digital Picture as a Symbol on page 7-11.
Page 71: Gateway 12
About Page Sets Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets Each Gateway page set includes a core single word vocabulary that enables an individual to converse about a range of topics. Gateway page sets also feature some pre-stored messages to promote efficient communication within focused activities.
Page 72: Gateway 20
Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets About Page Sets Gateway 20 Gateway 20 targets two distinct user populations. The first includes children, chronologically between two and 10 years of age, whose receptive skills are at the 24–30 month level. These children may demonstrate severe physical impairments, mild to moderate cognitive limitations and/or an oral apraxia.
Page 73: Gateway 20 Adult
About Page Sets Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets Gateway 20 Adult Gateway 20 Adult is designed for adolescents and adults who demonstrate limitations in cognitive-language performance. Candidates for Gateway 20 Adult communicate in single- or multiple- word utterances and typically do not use function words (e.g., “the,”...
Page 74 Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets About Page Sets that occur during the different months of the year. The Talking in Town page provides general messages for communicating within the community. 3-12 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 75: Navigating Within A
Navigating Within a Page Set Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets AVIGATING ITHIN A Navigating within a page set is simple. In each page set, the master page includes a number of folder-shaped buttons. Each folder- shaped button opens another page on the topic that is denoted in the button’s symbol and/or label.
Page 76 Chapter 3: Using DynaVox Language Application Page Sets Navigating Within a Page Set 3-14 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 77: Working With Pages
In addition to creating or changing pages, several housekeeping activities may be useful when modifying or organizing pages and the folders in which pages are stored in the MightyMo/MiniMo: • Copy a page or folder. An existing page or folder may be copied and re-used to create pages with consistent themes and navigational strategies.
Page 78 Chapter 4: Working with Pages The following sections describe how to perform each of the activities for viewing and setting up pages, as well as how to perform the page and folder housekeeping tasks. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 79: About
(total of four), each with the same number of buttons as on the main tab pane. The tab controls allow quick access to a total of up to 224 (56 x 4) buttons on the MightyMo, or up to 120 (30 x 4) buttons on the MiniMo.
Page 80: Opening A Page
3. Find the page that you want to open by using one of the following methods: • Select the Search text box and enter the name of the page you are searching for. Select the OK button to close the system DynaVox Technologies...
Page 81: Creating A New Page
Each button can later be modified individually. To create a new page, follow these steps: 1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 82 Text Color Used to select the default color for the button labels. Border Color Used to select the default color of the button border. Add Message Used to specify whether the page will Window? include a Message Window. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 83 The number of rows will be displayed at the top of the menu, and the Rows graph bar shows how many of the available rows (up to seven for the MightyMo or up to five for the MiniMo) have been specified.
Page 84 Bottom The label will appear at the bottom of the button, below the symbol, if one is selected for the button. Select the desired label location. The pull-down menu will close and display only the chosen option. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 85 For instructions on creating a custom color, refer to Create a Custom Color on page 5-36. Select the OK button. The new page color will be shown in the Page Color button. Proceed to step 14. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 86 If the picture is not already stored in the Images folder on your primary storage card, connect the USB storage device or secondary data card that contains the picture to your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Select the Image button. The Select a Picture File menu will open.
Page 87 Allows you to select a symbol for Tab 3. Tab 4 Label Allows you to create a label for Tab 4. Tab 4 Symbol Allows you to select a symbol for Tab 4. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-11 Part # 400030-C...
Page 88 Repeat steps a–c for Tab Labels 2, 3 and 4. 18. To add specific symbols to or remove symbols from the tabs, follow these steps: Select the Tab 1 Symbol button. The Select a Symbol menu will open. ELECT A YMBOL 4-12 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 89 Repeat steps a–i as desired to add or change symbols for Tabs 2, 3 and 4. Note: For step-by-step instructions importing a digital picture as a symbol, refer to Use a Digital Picture as a Symbol on page 7-11. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-13 Part # 400030-C...
Page 90: Modifying A Page
The display square shows the current color selection. Background Select the Background Mode pull-down Mode menu to specify the characteristics of the page’s background. The options are: Color, Unscaled Picture, Scaled Picture or Tiled Picture. The pull-down menu displays the current selection. 4-14 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 91: Select The Page's Color
Modify Page menu, the display square in the Color group box will fill with the color that you chose. 7. Select the OK button to close the Modify Page menu and accept the changes. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-15 Part # 400030-C...
Page 92: Define The Page's Background Mode
If you opted to use a picture as the background, follow the steps under Select the Page’s Background Picture on page 4-17 to select the background picture. 5. Select the OK button to close the Modify Page menu and accept the changes. 4-16 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 93: Select The Page's Background Picture
Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 94 Background Picture button. Note: The software will ask if you want to save the background image onto your primary data storage card. It is recommended that you select Yes to continue. 4-18 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 95: Edit The Page's Audio Cue
If you want to search for an exact match to the name you entered (including capitalization, spaces and file extensions), select the Exact Match check box. Otherwise, make sure the check box is not selected. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-19 Part # 400030-C...
Page 96: Modifying A Tab Pane
Using multiple tab panes enables you to place a large number of buttons (or vocabulary for several topics) on one page, limiting the amount of page navigation you will have to do to find vocabulary. 4-20 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 97 The display square shows the current color selection. Audio Cue This setting defines a word or phrase to be spoken when the tab pane is highlighted during scanning, if audio cues are enabled. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-21 Part # 400030-C...
Page 98: Edit The Tab Pane's Label Text
2. Select the tab pane that you want to change, being careful not to select the tab label or symbol by accident. The Modify Tab Pane menu will open. 3. Select the Edit button in the Text Color group box. The Color Selector menu will appear. 4-22 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 99: Select The Tab Pane's Font Size
To choose a new symbol for a tab pane (or edit the current symbol), follow these steps: 1. Select the green Modify button in the title bar. The button will turn red after it is selected. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-23 Part # 400030-C...
Page 100 Use the system keyboard to enter the name of the symbol. Select the OK button to close the system keyboard. All the symbols that are associated with the name you entered will be 4-24 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 101: Select The Tab Pane's Color
Note: To ensure that the right symbols are presented when you select the Search button, the MightyMo/MiniMo software will check all of the word forms of a given word to find symbol matches. For example, if you search for “shoes” and the actual label of the symbol is “shoe,”...
Page 102: Edit The Tab Pane's Audio Cue
1. Select the green Modify button in the title bar. The button will turn red after it is selected. 2. Select the tab pane that you want to change, being careful not to select the tab label or symbol by accident. The Modify Tab Pane menu will open. 4-26 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 103 Play Sound button. 7. Select the OK button. The Play Sound... menu will close. In the Modify Tab Pane menu, the name of the sound will be shown in the Audio Cue button. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-27 Part # 400030-C...
Page 104: Modifying A Group Of
• The default symbol set for the page. Although a default symbol set for the MightyMo/MiniMo can be specified in the Visual Settings tab of the Interface Features menu, another symbol set can be selected for a specific page.
Page 105 Select to specify whether a Message check box and pull- Window is present. down menu Button Font check Select to specify the font size on the box and pull-down button and tab labels. menu MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-29 Part # 400030-C...
Page 106 Select a font size. The pull-down menu will close and display the chosen size. The Button Font check box will automatically be checked. 8. To specify the default color of the buttons, follow these steps: Select the Button Color button. The Color Selector menu will open. 4-30 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 107 Use a selected image that will be enlarged or shrunk to fill the entire background. Tiled Image Use a selected image that will be repeated at its actual size as many times as required to fill the background. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-31 Part # 400030-C...
Page 108 Displays the photographic image symbols used with the Virtual page set. Note: If additional symbol sets (such as PCS) have been added to your MightyMo/MiniMo device, this list may also contain the names of additional symbol sets. 4-32 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 109 16. Select the Yes button to confirm that you want to make permanent changes to the pages you selected in step 4. 17. Select the OK button to close the Page Browser menu. 18. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-33 Part # 400030-C...
Page 110: About The
The Page Browser menu contains these items: • The left viewport shows a directory tree of folders where the MightyMo/MiniMo communication pages are stored. • The right viewport displays all the pages (and other folders, if any) that are contained in the folder currently selected in the left viewport.
Page 111: Browsing
The following sections provide step-by-step instructions for using the Page Browser. Browsing You can locate files, folders or other items by browsing if you expand folders (directories) and use the scroll bar in a viewport to view the MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-35 Part # 400030-C...
Page 112 Selecting an expansion box with a minus sign closes the folder so its contents cannot be seen. The right viewport lists all the files (and other folders, if any) that are included in the folder that is currently highlighted in the left viewport. 4-36 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 113 Use the scroll buttons as needed to view the expanded list until you locate the desired folder. 5. Select the folder in the right viewport. The folder will be highlighted. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-37 Part # 400030-C...
Page 114: Creating A New Folder (Directory)
Creating a New Folder (Directory) To organize pages on the MightyMo/MiniMo, especially pages that have been created or modified, you may find it useful to create a new folder (directory) for storing your pages.
Page 115: Renaming An Existing Folder Or Page
“Copy of XXX.” Note: It is recommended that you do not rename the original folders or pages in the MightyMo/MiniMo. However, you may rename folders or pages that you have created. To rename a folder or page, follow these steps: 1.
Page 116: Copying A Folder Or Page
When it is visible, select the check box next to it in the right viewport. 5. Select the Edit Operations button. The Edit Operations menu will open. 6. Select the Copy button. The Edit Operations menu will close. 4-40 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 117: Moving A Folder Or Page
When it is visible, select it so that its contents are visible in the right viewport. 8. Select the Edit Operations button. The Edit Operations menu will open. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-41 Part # 400030-C...
Page 118: Using The Search Feature
11. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Using the Search Feature You may use the built-in Search feature of the MightyMo/MiniMo to locate a file or other item by name. The availability of the Search feature on a menu is always signalled by the word Search and an...
Page 119 To find a page by searching for its contents, follow these steps: 1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open. 2. Select the Page Browser button. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 4-43 Part # 400030-C...
Page 120 Browser menu. 8. Now that the found page is highlighted in the right viewport, you can choose any of the following buttons on the Page Browser menu: Go to Page, Rename, Edit Operations, Modify Pages or Sharing Operations. 4-44 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 121: System Setup
System Setup Although the MightyMo/MiniMo may be used as soon as it is turned on, it offers many options for customization. First, there are four different selection methods by which an individual can access information on the device. Each of these selection methods can be adjusted and customized to promote optimal speed and efficiency for an individual user.
Page 122: Setting The Selection Method
ETHOD The selection method is the technique for interacting with objects on the screen. The MightyMo/MiniMo offers four selection methods to adapt to the preferences and the motor, visual and cognitive skills of the individual who will use the device to communicate. Only one method can be selected at a time, and the method chosen universally affects the system.
Page 123: Customize The Touch Enter Settings
Autozoom Displays a magnified section of the area of the screen surrounding the selected item. Click Plays an audible click when an object on the page is selected. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 124 Message Window, etc.). Otherwise, make sure the Click check box is not selected. 7. Select the OK button to accept the new settings and close the Touch Settings menu. 8. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 125: Touch Exit Selection Method
Highlights the area of the touch screen that is being selected. To customize the Touch Exit selection settings, follow these steps: 1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 126: Scanning Selection Method
Choose any one of the scanning patterns to meet individual needs. Use this method for individuals whose fine motor skills make it difficult to use the Touch Enter or Touch Exit methods, since no direct DynaVox Technologies...
Page 127: Customize The Scanning Settings
Note: If auditory feedback is used for scanning, a stereo headset may be attached to the MightyMo/MiniMo speaker jack to keep the feedback private. See the illustration on page 2-5 for the jack location.
Page 128 A single switch attached to the device is used to both start and advance the scanning highlight. If you do not select the switch (“pause”) for a specified amount of time, the device will select the row, column or button the highlight is paused on. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 129 Scan Blank Scan blank buttons as well as labeled Buttons buttons. Start from Last Restart scanning at the position of the last Selection selection. Scan After Automatically restart after a selection is Selection made. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 130 Scan Setup Include the blue Setup button in the title bar Button in the scanning pattern. 7. To change the pattern in which MightyMo/MiniMo highlights items for selection, select the Scan Pattern button. The Scan Pattern menu will open. ATTERN The Scan Pattern pull-down menu enables the user to choose from seven different scan patterns.
Page 131 Select the OK button to close the Scan Pattern menu. 8. To include audio feedback with scanning, select the Audio Feedback button. The Audio Feedback menu will open. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-11 Part # 400030-C...
Page 132 Audio Feedback menu: Private Output Sends audio feedback only to a headset or check box other private listening device attached to the MightyMo/MiniMo speaker jack. Audio Feedback When selected, speaks the audio cue when each button is scanned. Private Output When selected, sends audio feedback through a private speaker.
Page 133 (rows, columns, etc.) before scanning individual buttons. Hold Time Adjusts the minimum length of time (in milliseconds) that the user must maintain activation of a switch before an item is selected. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-13 Part # 400030-C...
Page 134: Mouse Pause Selection Method
To make a selection, the individual either pauses the mouse for a specified period of time or activates an external switch attached to the MightyMo/MiniMo. Use the Mouse Pause method for individuals who are capable of using a mouse to direct a cursor on the screen, but who may not be able to click a mouse button.
Page 135: Customize The Mouse Pause Settings
1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open. 2. Select the Selection Method Settings button. The Mouse Pause Settings menu will open. OUSE AUSE ETTINGS MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-15 Part # 400030-C...
Page 136 External Switch When the user activates a switch attached to the MightyMo/MiniMo, the item that is under the mouse cursor will be selected. The pull-down menu will close and display only the chosen option. 4. Customize the speed at which the cursor will move across the...
Page 137: Customizing Interface Features
Many of the features that affect the appearance and behavior of your MightyMo/MiniMo device can be adjusted in the Interface Features menu. To open the Interface Features menu, follow these steps: 1.
Page 138: Visual Settings Tab
Visual Settings Tab The Visual Settings tab pane of the Interface Features menu offers a variety of options that help you define how the MightyMo/MiniMo software will be presented. Use these controls to customize the software appearance to suit your needs.
Page 139: Activate/Deactivate The Button Animation Feature
You can use the Interface Features menu to enable or disable the animation for all symbols on your pages. Note: This setting will not affect the symbols that do not contain built-in animation. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-19 Part # 400030-C...
Page 140: Set The Highlight Options
5. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Choosing System Menu Colors You may choose two screen colors for all the MightyMo/MiniMo system menus. The primary color will be used for the menu backgrounds. The secondary color will be used for large menu button outlines and for all small menu buttons.
Page 141 6. Select the OK button to close the Interface Features menu. 7. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. The new color(s) will be used the next time the Mo Setup menu is opened. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-21 Part # 400030-C...
Page 142: Select The Active Symbol Sets
Chapter 5: System Setup Customizing Interface Features Select the Active Symbol Sets You may have several symbol sets loaded on your MightyMo/MiniMo device. The Interface Features menu enables you to define which symbol sets are available for your pages. To select the active symbol sets, follow these steps: 1.
Page 143: Title Bar Tab
6. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Title Bar Tab The Title Bar tab pane of the Interface Features menu offers a variety of options that help you define the tools that will be available MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-23 Part # 400030-C...
Page 144: Define The Title Bar Contents
Use the Select Home Page button to Page designate a page as your home page for easy navigation. Define the Title Bar Contents The MightyMo/MiniMo title bar always displays the blue Setup button, which allows access to Mo Setup menu. 5-24 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 145 3. Select the Title Bar tab. 4. To show all of the buttons (Record, Modify, Home Page and Page Back) in the title bar, make sure that the Display Setup Button Only check box is not checked. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-25 Part # 400030-C...
Page 146: Set The Date Format
To change the date format, see Set the Date Format on page 5-26. Set the Date Format The MightyMo/MiniMo enables you to specify how the date is presented in the title bar. To set the date format, follow these steps: 1.
Page 147: Select Your Home Page
Selecting the Home Page button in the title bar will open your home page at any time. This is very helpful if you accidentally open a page or popup that is unfamiliar. The MightyMo/MiniMo software enables you to change or reset the home page designation at any time. Note: Changing or resetting the home page designation does not delete pages from your device.
Page 148: Advanced Settings Tab
To open the Advanced Settings tab pane of the Interface Features menu, follow these steps: 1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open. 2. Select the Interface Features button. The Interface Features menu will open. 5-28 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 149: Select A System Keyboard
System Maintenance on page 2-26. Select a System Keyboard When you are using or programming a MightyMo/MiniMo device, a keyboard popup will appear when you are required to enter text information or when you select a text box. The software provides a number of system keyboards, each designed for different cognitive levels and selection methods.
Page 150 Chapter 5: System Setup Customizing Interface Features MightyMo/MiniMo software. You can select the system keyboard that best suits your needs. The default system keyboard for the MightyMo/MiniMo software is called System Keyboard. When you first begin to use your device, this system keyboard will be presented whenever you are required to enter text information or when you select a text box.
Page 151: Protecting System Settings
Set up Password Protection Your MightyMo/MiniMo device can be programmed with a password that will prevent any unauthorized access of the system menus. To set up password protection for the first time, follow these steps.
Page 152: Change Your Password
Chapter 5: System Setup Protecting System Settings Change Your Password You can change your MightyMo/MiniMo password at any time. To replace your old password, follow these steps. 1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The system keyboard will open.
Page 153: Deactivate Password Protection
7. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Password protection has been removed from your device and your password has been deleted. If you decide to reactivate password protection, you will have to enter a new password. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-33 Part # 400030-C...
Page 154: Creating And Using Customized Colors
New colors can be applied to any item on the MightyMo/MiniMo touch screen, including symbols, buttons, text, tab controls, boxes, dividers, page backgrounds and the system menus.
Page 155 Select this button if you want to save the Swatches color you have created in the display square above this button. The color will be saved to the palette of buttons on the My Swatches tab pane. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-35 Part # 400030-C...
Page 156: Select A Color From The Color Palettes
1. Select the RGB tab. A tab pane with three sliders (Red, Green and Blue) will open. 2. Make adjustments to any (or all) of these sliders. To do this, select the slider thumb and then maintain the selection as you drag the 5-36 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 157 Drag the slider thumb toward the bottom of the slider to create a more intense shade. Drag the slider thumb toward the top of the slider to create a color that appears to be faded. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-37 Part # 400030-C...
Page 158 The new color will be saved on the selected button. Continue with step 7. 7. Select the OK button to close the Color Selector menu. The selected item on the touch screen will fill with the color you chose. 5-38 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 159: Customizing System Settings
To open the System Settings menu, follow these steps: 1. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open. 2. Select the System Settings button. The System Settings menu will open. YSTEM ETTINGS MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-39 Part # 400030-C...
Page 160 System Settings menu. External Switch Select this check box to use an external as Power On switch to turn the MightyMo/MiniMo on. Power Button Use this pull-down menu to assign different functions to the power button on the MightyMo/MiniMo device.
Page 161: Setting The Backlight Timeout
Select the Cancel button to close the menu without saving any changes. Note: If your MightyMo/MiniMo device has a newer processor, the VGA Output check box will be disabled. This section includes an overview of the System Settings menu and step-by-step instructions for the activities mentioned above.
Page 162: Adjusting The Screen Brightness
5. Select the OK button to accept the new setting and close the System Settings menu. 6. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Sending Screen Output to a Monitor or Projector Note: This option is not available on MightyMo/MiniMo devices with newer processors. 5-42 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 163: Setting Up An External Switch For Power On
1. Attach the VGA card/cable to the secondary storage card slot in the top of your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Refer to the picture on page 2-7 for more information. 2. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open.
Page 164: Configuring The Power Button
The power button will do nothing. Select the desired option. The menu will close and display the selected option. 4. Select the OK button to close the System Settings menu. 5. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. 5-44 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 165: Setting The Date And Time
Select the OK button to accept the selections and close the Enter Date menu. Note: The MightyMo/MiniMo checks the format of the number(s) entered. If they are not within the appropriate range (for example, from 1 through 12 for the month), this message will be displayed: “Bad date entry.”...
Page 166: Setting Up Data Logging
8. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Setting Up Data Logging The MightyMo/MiniMo can be set up to keep a log that shows when it was used, which pages or buttons were selected, what behaviors were executed as a result of selecting a button and what text was entered using the system keyboard.
Page 167 4. To maintain the privacy of any text entered by the user, select the Encrypt Text check box. (Also be sure that you specify an encryption key as described in step 7 before closing the Data Logging menu, ) MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-47 Part # 400030-C...
Page 168 Data logging must be off before the logging file name or encryption key can be changed. When logging is off, the button near the bottom of the menu will be labeled Start Logging. When logging is turned on, this button will be labeled Stop Logging. 5-48 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 169 Select the Logfile button. The Enter File Name menu will open. NTER Select the Show All Directories check box. The directories for any storage devices attached to the DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo will be displayed in the left viewport. To store the logging file on the USB device, select the UMS_FOLDER directory.
Page 170: Viewing System Memory Usage
11. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Viewing System Memory Usage The MightyMo/MiniMo program memory is used to run the software, including opening pages and performing button behaviors, logging activities and animations. When program memory nears capacity, the system may respond slowly.
Page 171: Changing System Menu Language
Changing System Menu Language You can use a button on a communication page to choose the language that is used in the MightyMo/MiniMo system menus. To do so, you must first program a button with the Set Language behavior. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide...
Page 172 Modify Button Behaviors on page 6-8. To create a button that will change the language that is used in the MightyMo/MiniMo system menus and windows, follow these steps: 1. Select the green Modify button in the title bar. The button will turn red when it is selected.
Page 173 (perhaps one that contains buttons and sounds in the new language). Refer to Set Up the Go to Page Behavior on page 6-14 for instructions on programming this button to open a different page. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-53 Part # 400030-C...
Page 174: Customizing Input/Output Settings
Settings menu to calibrate the touch screen, select a mouse cursor and define a printer. Calibrating the Touch Screen If the touch screen is used to select items, the MightyMo/MiniMo screen can be recalibrated to the accuracy of the individual user’s touching device. 5-54...
Page 175: Selecting A Mouse Cursor
Selecting a Mouse Cursor The MightyMo/MiniMo offers a variety of different mouse cursor shapes. If you connect an external mouse to the MightyMo/MiniMo, you may find one cursor shape to be more convenient than another. To select a mouse cursor shape, follow these steps: 1.
Page 176: Selecting A Printer And Printer Port
Selecting a button with the Print All behavior sends the entire contents of the Message Window to a printer. If a printer is connected to the MightyMo/MiniMo, you must select the make and model of the printer so that information prints correctly. Note: Only a compatible printer may be connected to the device.
Page 177 7. Select the OK button to close the Printer Selection menu. 8. Select the OK button to close the Input/Output Settings menu. 9. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 5-57 Part # 400030-C...
Page 178 Chapter 5: System Setup Customizing Input/Output Settings 5-58 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 179: Working With Buttons
A button is a graphic object on a page that can be selected with a touch, mouse click or other device. It may represent one or more MightyMo/MiniMo behaviors, a word or even several sentences. A button may feature a text label and/or a symbol and can be programmed to enact specific behaviors when it is selected.
Page 180: About Buttons
A symbol is a picture displayed on a button to represent the button’s vocabulary. The MightyMo/MiniMo initially includes four different symbol sets, but you can add additional symbol sets, if desired. You can specify which symbol set(s) will be used when new symbols are added to buttons.
Page 181 Colors Colors can be selected for the buttons, the button border and the button text for each individual button. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 182: Modifying Buttons
Use the Record Message button to record Message the message that will be played when the button is selected. Record Audio Use the Record Audio Cue button to record a short phrase for use with the Scanning selection method. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 183: Add Or Modify A Button Label
To create or change the label that will be displayed on a button, follow these steps: 1. Open the page with the button to be changed. 2. Select the green Modify button in the title bar. The button will turn red when it is selected. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 184: Add Or Change A Button Symbol
Use a Digital Picture as a Symbol on page 7-11. This is especially useful when using Virtual Symbols for buttons. To add a new symbol or change an existing symbol, follow these steps: 1. Open the page with the button for the symbol change. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 185 7. Select the new symbol in the right viewport of the Select a Symbol menu. The menu will close, and the selected symbol will be displayed next to the Symbol button on the Modify Button menu. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 186: Add Or Modify Button Behaviors
Message Window, speak the message, clear the Message Window and then shut down the device. Several types of behaviors are available on the MightyMo/MiniMo: • Behaviors that control what is placed in or removed from the Message Window.
Page 187 Play a Recording Plays the button’s speech recording. (This is one of Select the specific sound file to be the two default behaviors that can be assigned to all played. See page 6-12. new buttons.) MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 188 Specific Setup Data Needed Print All Prints the entire contents of the Message Window (if None the MightyMo/MiniMo is connected to a printer). Print Screen Prints a copy of the current screen (if the None MightyMo/MiniMo is connected to a printer).
Page 189 7. To change the setup data for an existing behavior (such as the Go to Page and Perform IR Command behaviors), select the behavior, then select the Edit button. See the sections indicated in the previous table for more information. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 6-11 Part # 400030-C...
Page 190: Set Up The Play A Recording Behavior
Recording Behavior When a button containing the Play a Recording behavior is selected, the MightyMo/MiniMo will play the recording that was specified when the behavior was set up. See Create a Recording with the Modify Button on page 8-11 or Create a Recording with the Record Button on page 8-15 for more information on creating or changing the recordings.
Page 191 ... M OUND The Play Sound... menu contains a viewport that displays all sound files currently in the MightyMo/MiniMo and a Search text box. 7. Use the pull-down menu to select the set of recordings you want to display in the viewport. The options are: Mine and the set that you initially ordered for your MightyMo/MiniMo (Male, Female or Child).
Page 192 Set Up the Go to Page Behavior When a button containing the Go to Page behavior is selected, the MightyMo/MiniMo will open the page that was specified when the behavior was set up. Use buttons with this behavior to navigate between pages.
Page 193 10. Select the OK button to close the Modify Button menu. The modified button containing the Go to Page behavior will now be shaped like a folder. The folder shape indicates that another page will open when the button is selected. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 6-15 Part # 400030-C...
Page 194: Set Up The Go To Sleep Behavior
Behavior When a button that contains the Go to Sleep behavior is selected, the MightyMo/MiniMo screen dims and the device will remain in a reduced power mode until the Power button is selected to wake it up. To add the Go to Sleep behavior to a button, follow these steps: 1.
Page 195: Set Up The Insert Button Behavior
Behavior When a button that contains the Insert Button behavior is selected, the MightyMo/MiniMo will add a specified sound to the Message Window of the current page. The sound will be played as part of a longer message, spoken when the Message Window is selected.
Page 196 If you want the recording to be played before it is placed in the Message Window, you must check the Play Recording before Inserting check box in the Message Window tab pane of the Interface Features menu. 6-18 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 197: Change A Button's Properties
Select the OK button. The menu will close. Then, the selected color will be shown in the Button Text Color box. Note: For information on using custom colors, see Creating and Using Customized Colors on page 5-34. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 6-19 Part # 400030-C...
Page 198: Swap Buttons On A Page
3. Select the button to be moved. The Modify Button menu will open. 4. Select the Swap button. The Modify Button menu will close. 5. Select another button. The two buttons will exchange positions. 6-20 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 199: Working With Symbols
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for choosing a symbol set, changing the symbol on a button and importing custom pictures to use as symbols. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 200: Symbol Sets
Because individual users find one set of symbols easier to see, or prefer another symbol set due to prior experience, the MightyMo/MiniMo provides symbol set choices for the buttons on the communication pages. The following sets are automatically included on all MightyMo/MiniMo devices:...
Page 201: Selecting The Symbol Set
One of these symbol sets (the group of your choosing) was loaded onto your device at the time of your order, and will be displayed in the Select Symbol Sets window. You may add other symbol sets to your MightyMo/MiniMo device at any time by purchasing them from DynaVox Technologies. Note: Please note that symbol sets do require a significant amount of system resources.
Page 202: Select Symbol Sets For A Page Or Group Of Pages
DynaSyms Displays the detailed DynaSyms symbols. Virtual Symbols Displays the photographic image symbols used with the Virtual page set. DynaSyms Displays the classic line-drawing symbols. Classic My Symbols Displays symbols created by the user. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 203: Select Symbol Sets For A Single Button
None Displays no symbols. If additional symbol sets have been added to your MightyMo/MiniMo device, this list may also contain the names of additional symbol sets. 7. Select the desired symbol type. The pull-down menu will close and display the chosen type, and the Symbol Type check box will be selected automatically.
Page 204 7. Select the OK button to close the Select Symbol Sets menu. 8. Select the OK button to close the Select a Symbol menu. 9. Select the OK button to close the Modify Button menu. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 205: Using The Select A Symbol Menu
SING THE ELECT A YMBOL All of the symbols for your MightyMo/MiniMo device can be managed using the Select a Symbol menu. To open the Select a Symbol menu, follow these steps: To open the Select a Symbol menu, follow these steps: 1.
Page 206: Change A Button's Symbol
You can use the Select a Symbol menu (accessible from the Modify Button menu) to change the symbol currently assigned to a button. To do so, follow these steps: 1. Open the page with the button for the symbol change. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 207 7. You may scroll through the viewports in the Select a Symbol menu to find the symbol you want to use, or you may use the Search feature to quickly locate a specific symbol by name. To use the MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 208 Note: To ensure that the right symbols are presented when you select the Search button, the MightyMo/MiniMo software will check all of the word forms of a given word to find symbol matches. For example, if you search for “shoes” and the actual label of the symbol is “shoe,”...
Page 209: Use A Digital Picture As A Symbol
7. Use the left viewport to navigate to the folder where the picture is stored. • If the picture is stored on a USB storage device, select UMS_FOLDER. • If the picture is stored on a secondary data storage card, select Storage Card2. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 7-11 Part # 400030-C...
Page 210 3, and the label text will appear as the button label. Your new symbol is saved as part of the My Symbols symbol set. 7-12 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 211: Sound Management
Sound Management The DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo provides an extensive list of pre- recorded sounds to use for everyday communication. Additionally, the DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo gives you the ability to record your own custom sounds and assign them to buttons for more personalized communication.
Page 212: Setting The Speaker Controls And Volume
PEAKER ONTROLS AND OLUME Your MightyMo/MiniMo device contains two speaker options. The public speaker is located on the back of the device, to the right of the support leg (see Back of the Device on page 2-4). The private speaker is designed to work with hardware (external speaker or headphones) that can be connected to the speaker port on the right side of the device (see Right Side of the Device on page 2-5).
Page 213: Select The Speaker(S)
Note: Due to an internal hardware change, the Speaker Menu in newer MightyMo/MiniMo units will not include a Mic Volume slider. The steps below describe how to use these controls to select a speaker and adjust the volume.
Page 214: Set The Volume Level
See Add or Modify Button Behaviors on page 6-8 for information on the Volume Up and Volume Down behaviors. Set the Microphone Sensitivity Note: Due to an internal hardware change, this option is not available in newer MightyMo/MiniMo units. DynaVox Technologies...
Page 215 7. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. Note: To test the new microphone sensitivity, see Create a Recording with the Record Button on page 8-15 for more information on recording messages. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 216: Creating Custom Recordings
Chapter 8: Sound Management Creating Custom Recordings REATING USTOM ECORDINGS The DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo enables you to record your own custom sounds and assign them to buttons for more personalized communication. Recording Settings The Advanced Settings tab pane of the Interface Features menu provides controls that can assist you in creating custom recordings.
Page 217: Naming Custom Recordings
Managing Recording Feedback The MightyMo/MiniMo enables you to listen to a preview of a custom sound that you are recording. This allows you to make certain the sound is to your liking before you save it.
Page 218 Closes the menu without saving the recording. This function is active as a default setting in new MightyMo/MiniMo devices. It is recommended that you confirm this function, as it provides a quick way to preview a custom sound before saving it to your device.
Page 219: Using Custom Messages As Audio Cues
Chapter 8: Sound Management Using Custom Messages as Audio Cues The MightyMo/MiniMo enables you to assign a custom recording as the audio cue for a button. This feature can be very useful to an individual who uses the scanning selection method with audio cues enabled.
Page 220 Delete the sound that is currently selected in the viewport. Record a new custom sound. Import Imports a sound from a USB storage device or secondary storage card. Play Sound Plays the sound that is currently selected in the viewport. 8-10 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 221: Create A Recording With The Modify Button
Create a Recording with the Modify Button You can record up to 20 seconds of speech and assign it to a button on a MightyMo/MiniMo communication page. A button message can be played immediately or placed into the Message Window for later playback.
Page 222 Select the Playback button to review the recording. • Select the Save button to save the recording and proceed to step 5. • Select the Record Again button to return to step 3 and record the message again. 8-12 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 223: Select A New Recording With The Modify Button
Select a New Recording with the Modify Button You can use the Modify button to assign any of the professional and custom recordings on your MightyMo/MiniMo device to play when a particular button is selected. Note: If the Modify button is not visible on the left side of the title bar, refer to Define the Title Bar Contents on page 5-24 for step-by- step instructions on displaying it.
Page 224 7. Select the OK button. The Play Sound... menu will close. In the Modify Button menu, next to the Record Message button, you will see text similar to this: “[Recorded: xxx]” (xxx is the name of the recording). 8. Select the OK button to close the Modify Button menu. 8-14 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 225: Create A Recording With The Record Button
• Mouse Pause - Move the mouse pointer onto the Record button and speak your message. When you are finished, move the mouse pointer off of the Record button. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 8-15 Part # 400030-C...
Page 226 If you want the recording to be played before it is sent to the Message Window, you must check the Play Recording before Inserting check box in the Message Window tab of the Interface Features menu. Refer to Message Window Tab on page 5-22. 8-16 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 227: Create A New Audio Cue
5. The custom recording process will differ, depending on your selection method: • Touch Enter - Select and hold the Record button and speak your message. When you are finished, release the Record button. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 8-17 Part # 400030-C...
Page 228 Modify Button menu, next to the Record Audio Cue button, you will see text similar to this: “[Recorded: xxx]” (xxx is the name of the custom recording). 9. Select the OK button to accept the audio cue and close the Modify Button menu. 8-18 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 229: Select An Audio Cue (Using An Existing Recording)
Using audio feedback with the scanning selection method enables the user to hear a short phrase that describes each button as it is highlighted. You may choose to assign an audio cue to a button by selecting any recording that is stored on your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Note: If you want to use the recording that the button will speak (or send to the Message Window) as the button’s audio cue as well, you...
Page 230: Import A Recording
Import a Recording You can import a sound file (.mp3 or .wav) into the Play Sound... menu in your MightyMo/MiniMo software. This enables you to incorporate sounds that were recorded on other MightyMo/MiniMo devices, as well as sounds copied from a computer (songs, sound clips from movies or television shows, etc.) into your...
Page 231 Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 232 Answering No will import sound(s) that have unique names, but will not import any sounds that share the same name as sounds currently stored on your MightyMo/MiniMo device. 7. After the sound is imported, it will be highlighted in the viewport of the Play Sound...
Page 233: Selecting Preferred Recordings
REFERRED ECORDINGS It is highly recommended that you create your own customized recordings for the MightyMo/MiniMo. However, professional recordings have been provided on the device as a starting point for your communication needs. You can choose whether to use your custom messages or the provided recordings.
Page 234: Sharing Sounds
Storage Device If a sound file (.mp3 or .wav) is loaded onto a removable USB storage device, you can copy the sound file to your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never...
Page 235 Note: The Sounds folder was automatically created on your USB storage device if the sound(s) were exported from a MightyMo/MiniMo device. Refer to Export Sounds to a USB Storage Device on page 8-27 .
Page 236: Import Sounds From A Secondary Storage Card
Secondary Storage Card If a sound file (.mp3 or .wav) is loaded onto a secondary storage card, you can copy the sound file to your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Caution: During this procedure, you may be asked if you want to overwrite current sound files on your device with imported sound files that share the same name.
Page 237: Export Sounds To A Usb Storage Device
Modify Button on page 8-13 or Select an Audio Cue (Using an Existing Recording) on page 8-19. Export Sounds to a USB Storage Device You can export sounds from your MightyMo/MiniMo device to a removable USB storage device, enabling you to save a backup copy MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 8-27...
Page 238 Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 239: Export Sounds To A Secondary Storage Card
MightyMo/MiniMo device if you wish. Export Sounds to a Secondary Storage Card You can export sounds from your MightyMo/MiniMo device to a secondary storage card, enabling you to save a backup copy of custom sounds or to share sounds with another MightyMo/MiniMo user.
Page 240 9. You will be asked if you want to overwrite existing files with the same name. If you select Yes, the sound on the secondary storage 8-30 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 241 11. Select the OK button to close the Import Items menu. 12. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. You may now remove the secondary storage card from your MightyMo/MiniMo device if you wish. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 8-31...
Page 242 Chapter 8: Sound Management Sharing Sounds 8-32 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 243: Environmental Controls
X-10 infrared system or make phone calls with a GEWA Jupiter phone or a TASH phone. The MightyMo/MiniMo devices can also be used to send commands to commercial appliances like televisions, compact disc players and DVD players.
Page 244: Using Infrared Commands
Sets The DynaVox Language Applications page sets include pages that were designed to help you use a MightyMo/MiniMo device as an environmental control unit (ECU). The following list includes the main environmental control page for each page set. Some of these pages can be used independently, and some contain Go To buttons that link to other pages with environmental control buttons.
Page 245: Setting Up The Perform Gewa Jupiter Command Behavior
Setting Up the Perform GEWA Jupiter Command Behavior Your MightyMo/MiniMo device can be used to wirelessly interface with a GEWA Jupiter phone. You can program your device to work with this type of phone by adding Perform GEWA Jupiter Command behaviors to the buttons on a communication page or popup.
Page 246: Learning An Ir Signal
10. Select the OK button to close the Modify Button menu. 11. You may want to test your new GEWA phone command button. To do this, aim the front edge of the DynaVox MightyMo/MiniMo at the GEWA phone and then select the button with the Perform GEWA Jupiter Command behavior.
Page 247 11. Select the Stop IR Learning button when finished. • If the MightyMo/MiniMo device did not receive a signal from the remote control, a window will inform you that no signal was detected. Select the Try again button to send the signal again, or select the Cancel button to cancel the IR learning process.
Page 248: Setting Up The Perform Ir Command Behavior
Command Behavior When a button that contains the Perform IR Command behavior is selected, the MightyMo/MiniMo sends an infrared signal to control a television, VCR or other appliance. To add the Perform IR Command behavior to a button, follow these steps: 1.
Page 249: Setting Up The Perform Ir X10 Command Behavior
Note: If the IR command you want to assign to the button does not exist on your MightyMo/MiniMo device, follow the steps in Learning an IR Signal on page 9-4 to create the IR command and assign it to a button.
Page 250 Makes a light dimmer. All On Turns on all appliances connected to the Control Center in the room where the MightyMo/MiniMo is located. All Off Turns off all appliances connected to the Control Center in the room where the MightyMo/MiniMo is located.
Page 251 Perform IR X10 Command in the Steps list. 11. Select the OK button to close the Behavior Editor menu. 12. Select the OK button to close the Modify Button menu. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 252 Chapter 9: Environmental Controls Using Infrared Commands 9-10 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 253: Using Custom Digital Pictures
This section explains how to properly format a picture (pixel size, graphics format, etc.) for use with the MightyMo/MiniMo device. It also provides sets of step-by-step instructions on transferring your pictures to the device, and links to descriptions of how to incorporate the imported pictures into your pages and buttons.
Page 254: Picture Specifications
The MightyMo/MiniMo devices support the following common graphics formats: • Bitmap (.bmp) • JPEG (.jpg) • GIF (.gif) Any digital picture that you want to use on a MightyMo/MiniMo page must be in one of these formats. For more information on converting 10-2 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 255 Picture Specifications Chapter 10: Using Custom Digital Pictures digital pictures into different formats, consult third-party photo editing software. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 10-3 Part # 400030-C...
Page 256: Transferring Pictures
Import a Picture from a USB Storage Device If a digital picture is loaded onto a removable USB storage device, you can copy the picture file to your MightyMo/MiniMo device. The picture will be saved as a custom symbol. Note:...
Page 257: Import A Picture From A Secondary Storage Card
Import a Picture from a Secondary Storage Card If a digital picture is loaded onto a data storage card, you can insert the card into your MightyMo/MiniMo and copy the picture to your device. Note: Before beginning these steps, make sure the digital picture is scaled within the maximum size restraints - 800 pixels wide X 600 pixels high.
Page 258 8. Select the OK button when the image is imported successfully. 9. Select the OK button to close the Import Items menu. 10. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. 10-6 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 259: Import A Digital Picture From A Computer
You can copy a digital picture from a Windows or Macintosh computer onto a removable USB storage device, and then from the USB storage device to the Images folder of your MightyMo/MiniMo device. To do this, simply follow the steps in Import a Picture from a USB Storage Device on page 10-4.
Page 260: Using Pictures
Using Pictures SING ICTURES The following sections provide instructions on using custom digital pictures with your MightyMo/MiniMo communication pages. Using Pictures as Backgrounds To use a digital picture as the background for a page, follow Select the Page’s Background Picture on page 4-17.
Page 261: Sharing Pages & Packages
Sharing Pages & Packages This chapter describes how to share with other people who use a MightyMo/MiniMo any pages or other files you create, such as images, sound files, etc. Likewise, other individuals who create pages or other files can share them with you.
Page 262: Sharing
By using packages to share page information with other MightyMo/MiniMo users, you can be sure that all of the required files are included with the page(s) that you want to share. For more information on creating packages, refer to Using Packages on page 11-13.
Page 263: Importing Pages From A Usb Storage Device
Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is...
Page 264 1. Connect the USB storage device to the USB host port on the MightyMo/MiniMo. See the illustration on page 2-5 for the port locations. 2. Select the blue Setup button in the title bar. The Mo Setup menu will open.
Page 265 10. You may be asked if you want to overwrite all pages with conflicting names. If you select Yes, any existing pages that have the same name as pages being imported will be automatically MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 11-5 Part # 400030-C...
Page 266: Importing Pages From A Secondary Storage Card
You can use a secondary storage card to add pages from another MightyMo/MiniMo device to your device. Caution: Importing a page from one MightyMo/MiniMo to another does not copy symbols or symbol sets. If you import a page that uses symbols that are not present on your device, your device will display the page with “image not found”...
Page 267 Select the OK button to close the system keyboard. The new folder will be highlighted in the left viewport. Proceed to step 6. 6. Select the Sharing Operations button. The Sharing Operations menu will open. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 11-7 Part # 400030-C...
Page 268 10. You may be asked if you want to overwrite all pages with conflicting names. If you select Yes, any existing pages that have the same name as pages being imported will be automatically 11-8 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 269: Exporting Pages To A Usb Storage Device
USB storage device that was shipped with your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Caution: Exporting a page from one MightyMo/MiniMo to another does not copy symbols or symbol sets. If you export a page that uses symbols that are not present on the second device, the second device will display the page with “image not found”...
Page 270 OK button to close the window. In this case, you must free space on the USB storage device before you can try to export the file(s) again. 8. Select the OK button after the pages have been exported successfully. 11-10 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 271: Exporting Pages To A Secondary Storage Card
10. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. You may now remove the USB storage device from your MightyMo/MiniMo device if you wish. It will contain a copy of the page(s) you exported, with the .epg extension.
Page 272 10. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. You may now remove the secondary storage card from your MightyMo/MiniMo device if you wish. It will contain a copy of the page(s) you exported, with the .epg extension.
Page 273: Using Packages
You can create a package that contains pages and files from different folders in the MightyMo/MiniMo software. Files of different types (page files, sound files, and image files) are stored in different folders in the MightyMo/MiniMo. You can select the files you want to copy MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 11-13...
Page 274 Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 275 NTER ACKAGE 6. Select the Name text box. The system keyboard window will open. 7. Use the system keyboard to enter a name for the package. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 11-15 Part # 400030-C...
Page 276 11. Select the Add button. The name of the selected item will appear in the viewport next to the Add button. 12. Repeat steps 9–11 as needed until all of the files for the package have been added to the viewport. 11-16 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 277: Making A Package From
(folder). Once the package from pages is created, you can share it with other MightyMo/MiniMo users or copy it to a computer. When you create a package from pages, the package file (.pak) contains all of the support files (custom recordings, sounds, and images) that are used in the pages within the package.
Page 278 Show All Directories check box, then select Storage Card2 in the left viewport. Note: If a Packages folder does not exist on the USB storage device or secondary storage card, the software will create it. 11-18 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 279: Importing A Package
You may now remove the USB storage device or secondary storage card if you wish. Importing a Package The MightyMo/MiniMo software enables you to import a package from a USB storage device or secondary storage card. Once you import the package, all of the pages and supplemental files (custom MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide...
Page 280 Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 281 If the package is not stored in the Packages folder, select the Show All Directories check box, then select the UMS_FOLDER icon (or the Storage Card2 icon) in the left viewport, and navigate to the folder where the package is stored. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 11-21 Part # 400030-C...
Page 282 12. Select the OK button when the package has been imported successfully. 13. Select the OK button to close the Page Browser menu. 14. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. 11-22 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 283 You may now remove the USB storage device or secondary storage card if you wish. The pages from the package are now available on your MightyMo/MiniMo device. To open one of them, refer to the steps in Opening a Page on page 4-4. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide...
Page 284 Chapter 11: Sharing Pages & Packages Using Packages 11-24 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 285: Backing Up, Restoring & Upgrading
Once the user data files and your custom files are backed up, if there is a problem with the MightyMo/MiniMo, the saved files can be restored to make the device behave as it did before the problem occurred.
Page 286: Backing Up And Restoring User Data
P AND ESTORING Backing up the user data in your MightyMo/MiniMo creates a backup (.bck) file, which you can store in a variety of locations. If your device malfunctions or you wish to return it to a previous configuration, you can restore the data from this backup file.
Page 287 Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 288: Backing Up To A Secondary Storage Card
12. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. You may now disconnect the USB storage device from the MightyMo/MiniMo device, if you wish. Be sure to keep the USB storage device in a safe place. Backing Up to a Secondary Storage Card You may back up data to a secondary data storage card installed in your MightyMo/MiniMo device.
Page 289 10. When the backup is complete, select the OK button. 11. Select the OK button to close the Backup Upgrade menu. 12. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 12-5 Part # 400030-C...
Page 290: Restore User Data
Restore User Data If a problem occurs with the files in your MightyMo/MiniMo device, or if you wish to return the device to a previous configuration, you can restore the user data from a backup file.
Page 291: Restoring From A Secondary Storage Card
You may now remove the USB storage device from your MightyMo/MiniMo device if you wish. Restoring from a Secondary Storage Card You may restore user data from a backup file stored on a storage card.
Page 292 Select the OK button. The touch screen will go dark and the device will begin the reset process. You may be prompted to recalibrate your touch screen by 12-8 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 293 After a few minutes, your device will automatically restart. You may now remove the secondary storage card from your MightyMo/MiniMo device if you wish. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 12-9 Part # 400030-C...
Page 294: Upgrading Mightymo/Minimo System Software
IGHTY YSTEM OFTWARE From time to time, DynaVox Systems may provide a new version of software that should be loaded into your device. The new version of software will provide added features or fix system errors. The software upgrade is distributed as a file that can be transferred from any of the following storage devices: •...
Page 295: Upgrading Using A Usb Storage Device
Note: If you plan to use a commercial USB storage device that has never been used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device, save a copy of any data on the USB storage device in a secure place and follow the steps in Format a USB Storage Device on page 2-19. After that is complete, copy the information back onto the USB storage device and continue with this task.
Page 296: Upgrading Using A Secondary Storage Card
Upgrading Using a Secondary Storage Card You may load the software upgrade file onto a secondary storage card in order to upgrade the MightyMo/MiniMo software. Note: If you are using a secondary storage card, the new card must be installed before you begin these steps. To learn how to install a new storage card, see Install a Secondary Storage Card on page 2-18.
Page 297 Upgrading MightyMo/MiniMo System Software Chapter 12: Backing Up, Restoring & Upgrading following the instructions that appear on the touch screen. After a few minutes, your device will automatically restart. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide 12-13 Part # 400030-C...
Page 298 Chapter 12: Backing Up, Restoring & Upgrading Upgrading MightyMo/MiniMo System Software 12-14 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 299: A External Hardware
USB storage device to transfer files to and from your MightyMo/MiniMo device. You can also expand the capabilities of your MightyMo/MiniMo device by connecting it to other pieces of electronic hardware. In addition, some individuals may require the use of external hardware to properly use the MightyMo/MiniMo device as a daily communication tool.
Page 300: External Switches
An external switch must have a 1/8” diameter plug in order to connect to the switch ports on the MightyMo/MiniMo device. You may connect up to two external switch(es) to your MightyMo/MiniMo device by using the ports shown below.
Page 301: Customizing The Power Button Behavior
The external switch can now be used to turn on the device. Customizing the Power Button Behavior The round power button on the front of the MightyMo/MiniMo case can be used several different ways. To specify how the power button should work, follow these steps: 1.
Page 302: External Keyboard
XTERNAL EYBOARD A standard computer keyboard can be used with your MightyMo/MiniMo device. This is known as using a physical keyboard instead of a system keyboard popup that is displayed on the touch screen. Most commercially-available computer keyboards have a USB connection at the end of their cords.
Page 303 6. Select the Physical option. The pull-down menu will close and display the selected option. 7. Select the OK button to close the Interface Features menu. 8. Select the OK button to close the Mo Setup menu. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 304: External Mouse
External Mouse XTERNAL OUSE Moving a mouse connected to the DynaVox device will control a cursor on the touch screen, which can assist the user in controlling screen selections. The user can click the mouse button to make a selection, or use the Mouse Pause selection method to select an item when the cursor pauses on it for a specified amount of time (see Mouse Pause Selection Method on page 5-14).
Page 305: External Printer
Appendix A: External Hardware XTERNAL RINTER You can use a printer with your MightyMo/MiniMo device to create hard copies (printouts) of information from your MightyMo/MiniMo device. You can print a diagram of an entire page or popup layout, the Message Window text, or a number of different reports from your MightyMo/MiniMo device.
Page 306: Selecting A Printer
Appendix A: External Hardware External Printer to the printer, you must aim the front of your MightyMo/MiniMo device in the direction of the infrared sensor on the printer. Selecting a Printer Before you can send any information from your MightyMo/MiniMo device to a printer, you must first select the kind of printer you want to use.
Page 307: Programming Buttons To Print
Appendix A: External Hardware Programming Buttons to Print The MightyMo/MiniMo software contains a Print All behavior that you can use to send the entire contents of the Message Window, including symbols to a printer. Refer to Add or Modify Button Behaviors on page 6-8 for step-by- step instructions on programming a button.
Page 308: Reducing Interference
NTERFERENCE In some cases, when a peripheral device with a long cable is attached to the MightyMo/MiniMo device, the cable can act as an antenna and emit radio waves that could interfere with radio reception or television reception. If that should occur, it is suggested that you attach a ferrite choke core to the cord to prevent radio interference.
Page 309 ERRITE Note: Once the included ferrite is attached to a cable, you cannot remove it. Additional ferrites may be acquired (if necessary) from a local computer or electronics hardware retailer or from DynaVox Technologies. MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide A-11 Part # 400030-C...
Page 310 Appendix A: External Hardware Reducing Interference A-12 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 311 A browser is a type of menu that contains a viewport and buttons. The buttons provide tools for customizing the item that is selected in the viewport. Browsers are used to navigate through multiple options and to customize user information like pages, concepts and sounds. Button MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 312 Concept Concepts provide structure and organization for the symbols that are stored in your MightyMo/MiniMo device. Using concepts to group similar symbols makes searching for those items much more efficient. Data Storage Card A CompactFlash data storage card is used as the primary data storage unit for the MightyMo/MiniMo.
Page 313 It contains a symbol of a house. Home Page The page in the MightyMo/MiniMo software that will serve as your main communications page. Selecting the Home Page button in the title bar will open your home page at any time. This is very helpful if you accidentally open a page that is unfamiliar.
Page 314 The Message Window is used for message composition, allowing more complex phrases or sentences to be created and then spoken. When an individual using the MightyMo/MiniMo selects a button containing the Insert Button behavior, the button’s recorded message is placed into the Message Window. When more buttons are selected, the messages in those buttons are also sent to the Message Window.
Page 315 With this selection method, moving a computer mouse or track ball connected to the DynaVox device will control a cursor on the touch screen. An item will be selected when the cursor pauses on it for a specified amount of time.
Page 316 It contains a microphone symbol. Reset Resetting your MightyMo/MiniMo device can improve performance when the device seems to be lagging. It enables the software to clear the active memory and work with all available resources. Your most recent page changes and current data should be preserved before the reset process.
Page 317 (or right or left) in the direction of the desired change. Sound File A digital recording that can be played by the MightyMo/MiniMo device. You can create custom recordings using the built-in microphone, or import sound files (.wav or .mp3 format) using a USB storage device.
Page 318 System Maintenance Performing system maintenance on your MightyMo/MiniMo device optimizes the efficiency of the page sets by removing any unnecessary links or information. It is recommended that you perform system maintenance after deleting or renaming numerous pages.
Page 319 USB Storage Device A USB storage device (also known as a “flash drive” or “USB drive”) can be used to share files between MightyMo/MiniMo devices. Viewport Menus where you will be asked to choose from or add to an ordered list of items contain a left and right viewport.
Page 320 Glossary G-10 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 321 ........G-1 replacing MightyMo ..... . . 2-14 .
Page 322 ....... . 6-8 tab pane(s) ......4-25 see also behavior(s) DynaVox Technologies...
Page 323 ......1-9 user’s guide ......1-9 MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 324 ......4-30 default for page ......4-8 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 325 Mouse Pause Settings menu ....5-15 Select Page File(s) ....11-5 11-8 MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 326 Preschool ....... . 3-7 Perform IR Command behavior ....6-9 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 327 ........G-5 Scan Timing menu ......5-13 scanning MightyMo/MiniMo User’s Guide Part # 400030-C...
Page 328 Select Sound FIles to Delete menu ... . . 2-26 switch jack ports ......2-6 DynaVox Technologies...
Page 329 DynaVox website for upgrades ..12-10 def........G-8 with secondary storage card .
Page 330 ....... 9-7 voice selecting preferred ......8-23 I-10 DynaVox Technologies...

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