Introduction

The video below offers an introduction and overview of how to use the iTalk2 speech device. It will guide you through initial setup, including batteries and recording. Here are the topics we cover and their corresponding timestamps in the video:

0:20 Batteries
0:39 Recording
1:19 Levels

Advanced Features

The video below covers the advanced functionalities of the Product. Here are the topics we cover and their corresponding timestamps in the video:

0:00 Intro
0:23 Using Levels
1:28 Using Overlays
1:59 Controlling Toys or Appliances

Additional Resource Links

• iTalk2 Quick Start Guide
• iTalk2 Instructions for Use
• 101 Ideas for Sequential SGD Use
• Blank Overlays

Tips and Troubleshooting

LED Light Indicator 

The LED positioned above the record switch displays the status of the iTalk 2. Here’s the LED color and light pattern for each status; 

• Red LED
  • Flashing, followed by a pause, followed by flashing – the battery is low
  • Steady for 1 second – the device is powered on
  • Steady – the device is in record mode
  • Continuous flashing – a message is being recorded
  • Single flash – a message is being played
  • Flashing, followed by audible warbled beep – the device’s memory has been cleared
• Yellow LED
  • Steady for 1 second – the device has no recorded message
  • Flashing (while in Record mode) – the device’s memory/ storage is full

Battery Installation

We recommend always using regular, alkaline batteries to avoid any issues with recording or playing messages. Batteries labeled “Heavy Duty,” “Industrial Grade,” or “ProCell” handle power differently than regular alkaline batteries, and when used in our devices they behave similar to low or dead batteries.

Make sure your battery is new and recently purchased. Batteries that you’ve used in other devices or left sitting for a while may lack the power needed to operate the switch correctly.

The video below demonstrates how to install a 9V battery into the device. 

Clearing All Messages

Using External Switches with iTalk2

You can connect all AbleNet external switches to the iTalk2 for users who need a different activation method. This allows a user to play a message using the switches that best meets their mobility needs. The video below demonstrates how to connect an external switch to the iTalk2.

Using Toys and Appliances with iTalk2

The iTalk2 can activate switch-enabled toys and appliances through its input/output jacks. This allows a user to play a message and activate a toy or accessory at the same time. Battery-operated toys can be made switch-enabled using the AbleNet Battery Device Adapter, and any item with a plug can be switch-enabled using the AbleNet PowerLink 4. The video below demonstrates how to use the iTalk2 to activate toys and appliances.

Please visit the iTalk2 Support Hub for additional support resources. If you have any additional questions, please contact the ableCARE Product Success Team for further assistance.

If you have additional questions, please contact AbleNet’s ableCARE Product Success Team.

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