Inclusive MultiSwitch
Introducing the new Inclusive MultiSwitch, the easiest to use, most versatile USB switch interface EVER!
 | |  | Inclusive MultiSwitch | | MultiSwitch makes it easy to control switch-accessible software using switches | Simply plug in your switches and you’re ready to go. The Inclusive MultiSwitch features sophisticated software and clever hardware that automatically detects the program you are loading and sets up the switches for you. Bought new switch software? The Inclusive MultiSwitch keeps itself up to date by downloading the latest database of software titles whenever you go on the internet. Perfect for busy classrooms! Load a new program and you’re away. Advanced users can create their own profiles for programs that may not be designed for use with switches, such as Microsoft Powerpoint or Media Player. Simply select the mouse clicks, key presses or application actions (such as print or save) from the comprehensive built-in list and save them to your computer. The MultiSwitch will remember the program and automatically set up your switches. The MultiSwitch accepts up to six switches, enabling you to use it with everyone who needs switches to access the computer. Touch sensitive buttons on the device allow you to easily test the functions of the switches, or you can use the buttons as switches. The MultiSwitch can also be used to enable switch access to mouse movement by automatically mapping the directional movement to individual switches. It even has four built-in cursor speed settings. Windows and Macintosh compatible.
To connect switches to your computer you need a switch interface. This is a little box with a cable that normally plugs into your computer's USB port. The switch interface has about 4 small round sockets. You plug your switches into these. Simple! When you press a switch, the interface box makes the computer think that the space bar (or some other key) is being pressed. So if you run a storybook activity, where normally you would press the space bar to turn the pages, you can now use a switch to do the same. Interface boxes can be set to behave like different keyboard keys or even the mouse buttons. The MultiSwitch automatically detects the switch program you are loading and will set itself up. All you need to do is plug in your switches and use them. |
Which switch interface do I need?
For lots of switch accessible software, see
http://www.inclusive.co.uk/catalogue/acatalog/switch_accessible_software.html
For more information about connecting switches to your computer, see
http://www.inclusive.co.uk/infosite/con_swi.shtml
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