Past Experience
Ideas for Independent Living deals with a wide range of assistive devices, computers and other products. Much of our design is a result of a need presented to us. The following is a list of products and devices we have encountered and worked around. The list is constantly changing with more being added as we deal with new devices everyday.
Mouse over the dots for more information on each device, what we have done for it and available part numbers. Click on the question mark for applicable instructions or sort the rows by clicking on the headings.
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Product Type |
Product Brand |
Part # |
Lift and Lock |
Tube and Socket |
Keyguard |
Case |
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| Big Mack | Button/Switch | Dynavox | • The Big Mack Button is a large access button. It can fit the hole pattern of our wedges and can be mounted using the Lift and Lock System. |
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| C6 | Phone | Nokia | • The C6 is a cell phone by Nokia. It can be mounted using the Tube and Socket System in accompaniment with the Ideas case. |
• This case for the Nokia C6 offers a rugged exterior for the phone and enlarges the buttons for easier access. It also provides the opportunity to be mounted to the Tube and Socket System. |
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| C15 | Speech Generation Device | Tobii | 8372 |  |
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•  The C15 is a speech generation device made by Tobii. For mounting it takes a plate and wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. Part # 8372 |
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| Accent 1200 | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 8634 | |
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• The Accent 1200 is a speech generation device by Prentke Romich. To mount it a special wedge is installed on the device so it can be held by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 8634 |
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| Accent 700, 800, 1000 | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 8633 | |
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• The Accents 700, 800 and 1000 are speech devices by Prentke Romich. To mount them a special wedge is installed on the device so it can be held by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 8633 |
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| Candy Corn Proximity Switch | Button/Switch | Ablenet | • The Candy Corn button is a highly sensitive button that does not require physical touch to activate. In order to mount this button we have a specific mounting plate available to hold the button. |
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| DX730 | Computer | Toshiba | • The DX730 is a Toshiba desktop all-in-one computer. To mount this device a wedge is installed on the rear of the monitor to make it acceptable to the Lift and Lock System. |
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| DV4 | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 6153 | |
• The DV4 was a speech generation device by Dynavox. To mount it a special wedge is installed on the device so it can be held by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 6153 |
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| ECO | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 6422 | |
• The ECO is a speech generation device by Prentke Romich. To mount it a special wedge is installed on the device so it can be held by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 6422 |
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| ECO 2 | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 7898 | |
• The ECO 2 is a speech generation device by Prentke Romich. To mount it requires a special wedge installed on the device so it can be held by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 7898 |
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| Eee Slate EP121 | Tablet | Asus | • The Eee Slate is a tablet made by Asus. For mounting it takes a plate and wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Elitebook 8570p | Computer | HP | • The EliteBook is a class of Laptops by HP. Ideas offers a keyguard designed specifically for the layout of the 8570p. A keyguard isolates the individual keys to make it easier to type accurately. |
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| Galaxy S2 LTE | Phone | Samsung | • The Galaxy S2 is a cell phone from Samsung. It can be mounted in various situations using the Tube and Socket System using a specified mounting plate. |
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| Go Talk 9 | Speech Generation Device | Attainment Company | • The Go Talk 9 is a speech generation device by Attainment Company. Mounting this device is done with a mounting plate and wedge which allows it to be held with the Lift and Lock System. |
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| I-15 | Speech Generation Device | Tobii | 8517 | |
• The I-15 is a speech generation device made by Tobii. To mount it a special wedge is installed on the rear of the device so it can be held by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 8517 |
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| I-Adapter for Ipad | Case | AMDI | 7896 | |
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• The AMDI iAdapter is a device to add accessiblity to an Ipad. To mount this device a plate with a wedge is mounted to the back in order to fit the Lift and Lock System. Part # 7896 |
• The iAdapter allows the screen of the Ipad to function like normal. A keyguard isolates certain icons on the screen to make them easier to locate. |
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| Iconia W7 | Tablet | Acer | • The Iconia is a tablet by Acer. Mounting this device is done with a mounting plate and wedge which allows it to be held with the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Inspiron 15r | Computer | Dell | • The Inspiron 15r is a laptop by Dell. For mounting purposes we provide a plate to hold the computer that is compatible with the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Inspiron 17r | Computer | Dell | • The Inspiron 17r is a laptop by Dell. For mounting purposes we provide a plate to hold the computer that is compatible with the Lift and Lock System. |
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| IntelliKeys | Keyboard | IntelliTools | 8228 | • The IntelliKeys is a keyboard designed for accessibility. To mount it a special plate and standard wedge are installed to make it mountable for a Lift and Lock System. Part # 8228 |
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| Ipad | Tablet | Apple | 7713 | |
• The Ipad is a Tablet made by Apple. Mounting the Ipad is done with the Lift and Lock System and a rear-mounted wedge that comes as part of the Ideas case. Part # 7713 |
• One of the difficulties presented by touch-screen technology is that it can require more dexterity to use the software icons. To help make the screens easier to use keyguards are available to isolate various icons. |
• The Ipad is a useful device for many people but it requires protection. This tough aluminum case allows the Ipad to mount to the Lift and Lock System while giving it protection against damage. |
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| Ipad 2 | Tablet | Apple | 7951 | |
• The Ipad 2 is another tablet by Apple. Mounting is done using the wedge that come as a part of the case and a Lift and Lock mounting arm. Part # 7951 |
• One of the difficulties presented by touch-screen technology is that it can require more dexterity to use the software icons. To help make the screens easier to use keyguards are available to isolate various icons. |
• The Ipad is a useful device for many people but it requires protection. This tough aluminum case allows the Ipad to mount to the Lift and Lock System while giving it protection against damage. |
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| Ipad 3 | Tablet | Apple | 7951 | |
• The Ipad 3 is another tablet by Apple. To mount use the wedge that come as a part of the case and a Lift and Lock mounting arm. Part # 7951 |
• One of the difficulties presented by touch-screen technology is that it can require more dexterity to use the software icons. To help make the screens easier to use keyguards are available to isolate various icons. |
• The Ipad is a useful device for many people but it requires protection. This tough aluminum case allows the Ipad to mount to the Lift and Lock System while giving it protection against damage. |
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| Ipad Air | Tablet | Apple | |
• The Ipad Air is another tablet by Apple. To mount use the wedge that come as a part of the case and a Lift and Lock mounting arm. |
• The Ipad is a useful device for many people but it requires protection. This tough aluminum case allows the Ipad to mount to the Lift and Lock System while giving it protection against damage. |
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| Ipad Mini | Tablet | Apple | |
• The Ipad Mini is another type of tablet by Apple. For mounting we offer a aluminum case that comes with a wedge. This wedge makes the Mini suitable for the Lift and Lock System. |
• Tablets can prove to be very helpful to some but they are prone to get damaged in daily use. This tough aluminum case allows the Ipad to mount to the Lift and Lock System and gives it protection against damage. |
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| Iphone 3 | Phone | Apple | • Mounting the Iphone can be done with the Tube and Socket System. The Ideas case offers a hole pattern for mounting to in a secure way to hold the phone in place. |
• This case serves to protect the Iphone it holds as well as make the phone suitable for mounting. The Tube and Socket System attaches at the back with screws, reducing the chances for damaging the phone. |
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| Iphone 4 | Phone | Apple | • Mounting the Iphone can be done with the Tube and Socket System. The Ideas case offers a hole pattern for mounting to in a secure way to hold the phone in place. |
• This case serves to protect the Iphone it holds as well as make the phone suitable for mounting. The Tube and Socket System attaches at the back with screws, reducing the chances for damaging the phone. |
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| Joystick Plus | Joystick | Penny and Giles | • Joysticks often offer a wide range of motion and sometimes that is more than someone can handle. This keyguard limited the range of motion of the joystick to only what was needed, making it simpler to operate. |
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| K310 | Keyboard | Logitech | • The K310 is a keyboard by Logitech. For some, typing using standard keys can be too difficult. A keyguard can be used to help the user hit only the keys they wish to hit, helping them type more accurately and efficiently. |
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| Kids Keyboard | Keyboard | Califone | • The Kids Keyboard is a keyboard designed by Califone. For some, typing using standard keys can be too difficult. A keyguard can be used to help the user hit only the keys they wish to hit, helping them type more accurately and efficiently. |
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| Laptop Tray | Tray | Ideas | 8123, 7543 | |
• The Ideas for Independent Living laptop tray is a standard tray that can support a wide range of items. It is fitted with a wedge on the bottom to fit into the Lift and Lock System. 15 Inch Part # 812317 Inch Part # 7543 |
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| Latitude E3660 | Computer | Dell | • The Latitude is a family of Laptop computers from Dell. Mounting these computers requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Latitude E5420 | Computer | Dell | • The Latitude is a family of Laptop computers from Dell. Mounting these computers requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Latitude E5430 | Computer | Dell | • The E5430 is a Latitude Laptop by Dell. For some, typing using standard keys can be too difficult. A keyguard can be used to help the user hit only the keys they wish to hit, helping them type more accurately and efficiently. |
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| Latitude E6330 | Computer | Dell | • The Latitude is a family of Laptop computers from Dell. Mounting these computers requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Latitude E6410 | Computer | Dell | • The Latitude is a family of Laptop computers from Dell. Mounting these computers requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Latitude XT2 | Computer | Dell | • The Latitude is a family of Laptop computers from Dell. Mounting these computers requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| LifeBook | Computer | Fujitsu | • The LifeBook is a Laptop computer by Fujitsu. To mount this laptop, it requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Light Writer SL30 | Speech Generation Device | Toby Churchill | 6632 | |
• The Light Writer is a group of speech generation devices from Toby Churchill Ltd. Mounting these devices is done with a special wedge that mounts to the rear and is compatible with a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6632 |
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| Light Writer SL40 | Speech Generation Device | Toby Churchill | 7476 | |
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• The Light Writer is a group of speech generation devices from Toby Churchill Ltd. Mounting these devices is done with a special wedge that mounts to the rear and is compatible with a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7476 |
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| M3 | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 7195 | |
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• The M3 is a speech generation device by Dynavox. For mounting this device a special wedge is installed on the back and will fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7195 |
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| Maestro | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 8047, 8133 | |
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• The Maestro is a speech generation device by Dynavox. For mounting this device a special wedge is installed on the back and will fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 8047 |
• One of the difficulties presented by touch-screen technology is that it can require more dexterity to use the software icons. To help make the screens easier to use keyguards are available to isolate various icons. |
• The Maestro is a speech generation device by Dynavox. A table top stand is available for when rigid mounting is unwanted. Part # 8133 |
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| Maestro with Eyegaze | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 8405 | |
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• The Maestro is a speech generation device by Dynavox. For mounting this device a special wedge is installed on the back and will fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 8405 |
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| MB168 USB Monitor | Monitor | Asus | • The MB168 is a portable USB connection monitor by Asus. For mounting we offer a wedge that screws into the device for connection to the Lift and Lock Systen. |
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| Mini Mo | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 6145 | |
• The Mini Mo is a speech generation device by Dynavox. For mounting this device a special wedge is installed on the back and will fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6415 |
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| Mighty Mo | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 6153 | |
• The Mighty Mo is a speech generation device by Dynavox. For mounting this device a special wedge is installed on the back and will fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6153 |
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| Mini 5103 | Computer | HP | • | ||||||||
| Mini Keyboard | Keyboard | Sejin | • The Mini Keyboard is an ultra-compact keyboard for which we offer a mounting plate that makes it compatible with the Lift and Lock System as well as various keyguard to improve its use. |
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| Mini Merc | Speech Generation Device | Tobii | 7897 | • The Mini Merc is a speech generation device by Tobii. In order to mount this device, a special wedge is installed on the back and will fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7897 |
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| MT4 | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 6415 | |
• The MT4 is a speech generation device from Dynavox. Mounting requires a special wedge installed on the rear of the device that will fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6415 |
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| MyTobii P10 | Speech Generation Device | Tobii | 7075 | • The MyTobii P10 is a speech generation device from Tobii. Mounting requires a wedge installed on the rear of the device in order to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7075 |
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| Nova 7 | Speech Generation Device | Saltillo | i0001 | |
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• The Nova 7 is a speech generation device by Saltillo. It features a rear mounted kickstand which requires a specialty wedge for mounting the device. Part # N/A |
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| Pathfinder | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 6422 | |
• The Pathfinder is a speech generation device by Prentke Romich. With a wedge installed it can be mounted using a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6422 |
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| PlayBook | Tablet | Blackberry | • The PlayBook is a tablet produced by Blackberry. In order to mount it a special plate is required to hold the device and to snap into a Lift and Lock Wedge Receiver. |
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| Playstation 3 Controller | Video Game Accessory | Sony | |
• This Playstation 3 controller can be mounted and held in place using a Lift and Lock arm with this special wedge arrangement. This is particularly useful when the user cannot hold the controller themselves. |
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| S32 | Speech Generation Device | Tobii | 7075 | • The S32 is a speech generation device made by Tobii. With a wedge installed it can be mounted using a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7075 |
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| SlimTouch Mini Keyboard for Mac | Keyboard | Adesso | • The SlimTouch Mini Keyboard for Mac is a portable wireless keyboard by Adesso. To help users type individual keys a keyguard is available. |
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| Spring Board | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 6280 | |
• The Spring Board is a speech generation device by Prentke Romich. To mount this device the Lift and Lock System can be used when a special wedge has been installed. Part # 6280 |
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| Spring Board Lite | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 7506 | |
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• The Spring Board Lite is a speech generation device by Prentke Romich. To mount this device the Lift and Lock System can be used when a special wedge has been installed. Part # 7506 |
• One of the difficulties presented by touch-screen technology is that it can require more dexterity to use the software icons. To help make the screens easier to use keyguards are available to isolate various icons. |
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| Super Talker | Speech Generation Device | AbleNet | • The Super Talker is a speech generation device from Ablenet. To mount this device, it requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| Surface | Tablet | Microsoft | • The Surface is a tablet from Microsoft. Mounting this device is done with a plate and a standard wedge to fit a Lift and Lock System. |
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| Surface Pro 3 | Tablet | Microsoft | 8800 | • The Surface Pro 3 is a tablet from Microsoft. Mounting this device is done with a plate and a standard wedge to fit a Lift and Lock System. |
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| T580 | Tablet | Fujitsu | 8132 | • The T580 is a tablet from Fujitsu. Mounting this device is done with a plate and a standard wedge to fit a Lift and Lock System. Part # 8132 |
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| Talara | Speech Generation Device | Zygo-USA | 7899 | |
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• The Talara is speech generation device from Zygo-Usa. A special wedge is available for installation on the rear of this device to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7899 |
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| Tango | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 7402 | • The Tango is a speech generation device by Dynavox. For mounting purposes it requires a special frame and a wedge to be accepted by the Lift and Lock System. Part # 7402 |
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| Tecra R950 | Computer | Toshiba | • The Tecra R950 is a laptop from Toshiba. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| Tech Talk | Speech Generation Device | AMDI | • The Tech Talk is a speech generation device from AMDI. To mount this device, it requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. |
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| ThinkPad S230u | Computer | Lenovo | • The ThinkPad S230u is a laptop from Lenovo. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| ThinkPad X230 | Computer | Lenovo | • The ThinkPad X230 is a laptop from Lenovo. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| Toughbook CF-19 | Computer | Panasonic | 7442 | • The Toughbook is a laptop from Panasonic. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. Part # 7442 |
• For some, typing using standard keys can be too difficult. A keyguard can be used to help the user hit only the keys they wish to hit, helping them type more accurately and efficiently. |
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| Toughbook CF-31 | Computer | Panasonic | • The Toughbook is a laptop from Panasonic. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| Toughbook CF-51 | Computer | Panasonic | 7394 | • The Toughbook is a laptop from Panasonic. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. Part # 7394 |
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| Toughbook CF-C1 | Computer | Panasonic | • The Toughbook is a laptop from Panasonic. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| Toughbook CF-C2 | Computer | Panasonic | 8565 | • The Toughbook is a laptop from Panasonic. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. Part # 8565 |
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| Travelmate 7730 | Computer | Acer | • For some, typing using standard keys can be too difficult. A keyguard can be used to help the user hit only the keys they wish to hit, helping them type more accurately and efficiently. |
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| V | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 7195 | |
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• The V is a speech generation device by Dynavox. Mounting this devices requires a special wedge to be accepted by a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7195 |
• One of the difficulties presented by touch-screen technology is that it can require more dexterity to use the software icons. To help make the screens easier to use keyguards are available to isolate various icons. |
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| Vanguard 2 | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 6422 | |
• The Vanguard 2 is a speech generation device from Prentke Romich. For mounting a specific wedge is available for installation on the device. This allows it to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6422 |
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| Vantage Lite | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 7895 | |
• The Vantage Lite is a speech generation device from Prentke Romich. For mounting a specific wedge is available for installation on the device. This allows it to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7895 |
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| Vantage Plus | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 6280 | |
• The Vantage Plus is a speech generation device from Prentke Romich. For mounting a specific wedge is available for installation on the device. This allows it to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 6280 |
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| Visionboard | Keyboard | Chester Creek Tech. | • The VisionBoard is an oversized keyboard from Chester Creek Technologies. In this case it was given a pivoting base and mounted with a joystick for operation via foot. |
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| VivoTab Smart | Tablet | Asus | • The VivoTab Smart is a tablet from Asus. Mounting this device is done with a plate and a standard wedge to fit a Lift and Lock System. |
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| V-Max | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 7104 | |
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• The V-Max is a speech generation device from Dynavox. Mounting requires a wedge installed on the rear of the device in order to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7104 |
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| V-Max EyeMax | Speech Generation Device | Prentke Romich | 7477 | |
• The V-Max EyeMax is a speech generation device from Dynavox. Mounting requires a wedge installed on the rear of the device in order to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7477 |
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| Vostro 3560 | Computer | Dell | • The Vostro 3560 is a laptop from Dell. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| Wireless Keyboard | Keyboard | Apple | • To mount this wireless keyboard from Apple, we require a special mounting plate to hold the keyboard and to make it susceptible to a Lift and Lock System. We also have various keyguards available for this keyboard. |
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| X220 | Computer | Lenovo | • The X220 is a laptop from Lenovo. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| XBOX 360 Controller | Video Game Accessory | Microsoft | |
• This Xbox 360 controller can be mounted and held in place using a Lift and Lock arm with this special wedge arrangement. This is particularly useful when the user cannot hold the controller themselves. |
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| Xpress | Speech Generation Device | Dynavox | 7894 | |
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• The Xpress is a speech generation device from Dynavox. Mounting requires a wedge installed on the rear of the device in order to fit into a Lift and Lock System. Part # 7894 |
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| XPS12 | Computer | Dell | • The XPS 12 is a laptop from Dell. A plate for this computer is available for a wedge installation. With it a Lift and Lock System can be used for mounting. |
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| Zingui | Speech Generation Device | Jabbla | i0016 | |
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• The Zingui is a speech generation device from Jabbla. To mount this device it requires a mounting plate and a wedge to fit into the Lift and Lock System. Part # i0016 |