Tobii Dynavox Communicator 5 is an AAC software suite designed for people with complex communication needs. The software is designed to be accessible by a range of access options including direct, switch, alternative mouse options, head tracking and eye-gaze access.The software is also designed for users with various levels of language skills allowing users to represent concepts with both text and/or symbols (PCS or Symbolstix). It has phone call, SMS, email and social media integration enabling users to access various social networks through the software. It also has computer and environmental control capabilities.
General Details
Manufacturer/Country
Tobii Dynavox / Sweden
Warranty
Please contact supplier for details
Websites
- Trial version download - https://www.mytobiidynavox.com/Support/Downloads?_ga=2.20890623.63208492.1513580088-630882942.1505183413
- Tobii Dynavox Support and Training - https://www.tobiidynavox.com/support-training/communicator-5/
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model - Tobii Dynavox Communicator 5: Only one model is currently available. If you have the older version, Communicator 4, you are now able to upgrade to Communicator 5.
Features
Contact listed suppliers to confirm features, options and models available.
Built In Features
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Social communication and recreation features:
- Access to computer outside communication software
- eBook Reader
- Internet
- SMS
Access Options
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Keyboard features:
- alphabetic
- customisable
- High frequency
- QWERTY
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Auditory scanning:
- Alternative cue
- Group cues
- Item cues
- Partial message cue
- Row column cues
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Accessibility features:
- auditory prompts
- font size adjustment
- key delay / acceptance
- key feedback
- key latching
- key repeat
- pre-acceptance delay
- rate enhancement
- scan speed adjustment
- text to speech
- touch sensitivity adjustment
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Scanning features:
- auditory scanning
- automatic scanning
- Onscreen scanning
- single switch scanning
- step scanning
- two switch scanning
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Scanning patterns:
- Block Scanning
- Column Row Scanning
- Group Row Column scanning
- Linear
- Linear with reverse scan (overscan)
- Row Column Scanning
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Access method:
- Direct selection
- External switch
- Eye gaze
- Head tracking mouse
- joystick
- mouse
- Mouse emulators
- On screen switch
- Powered wheelchair joystick
Rate Enhancement
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Rate enhancement features:
- abbreviation expansion
- categorised phrases
- character prediction
- core words
- customisable dictionary
- message history
- phrase list
- phrase prediction
- word prediction
Manual
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Manuals and support material :
- CD or DVD
- included with product
- online
Voice Output
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Voices :
- Acapela
- Human Recorded Speech (Digitised)
- Microsoft SAPI
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Accent:
- Australian
- Other
- UK
- US
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Auditory feedback :
- beep on button press
- speak character
- speak paragraph
- speak sentence
- speak word
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Voice output:
- computer generated synthesised speech
- digitised recorded human voice
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Languages available:
- English
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Speech/ Voice customisation:
- Pronunciation
- Speed/ speech rate
- Volume
Language Set Up
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Language Representation :
- Alphabet/ text based
- single meaning pictures
- video
- visual scene displays
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Type of Device:
- dynamic display
- spelling based
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Symbols :
- PCS
- Symbol Stix
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Vocabularies:
- Sono Flex
- Sono Key
- Sono Lexis
- Sono Primo
- Sono Scribe
Set Up or Installation
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Sharing:
- App-to-App Sharing
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Editing Software:
- Edit on device
- Windows
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Operating system(s) :
- Windows
Suppliers (2)
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All Suppliers
Indigo Hire -Formerly ILC (Hire Only no sales) (Nedlands)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
Link AT Assistive Technology (, Pasadena)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
WA Suppliers
Indigo Hire -Formerly ILC (Hire Only no sales) (Nedlands)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
ACT Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
NSW Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
NT Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
QLD Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
SA Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology (Pasadena)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
TAS Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
VIC Suppliers
Link AT Assistive Technology ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 699.0 - 0.0 () | yes | yes | Via order |
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing, and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards see http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation
Disclaimer
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