PRC Introduces ECO2, an Advanced Communication Device & Versatile Computer in One
Faster Processing Speed and More Computing Power Combine to Offer Even Greater Communication Potential
Wooster, OH, January 6, 2010 - Prentke Romich Company (PRC), the leading manufacturer of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices for individuals with speech disabilities, today announced the launch of ECOTM 2, the most technologically advanced version of its ECO AAC device.
"ECO2 offers augmented communicators more of what they want - more speed and more computing capabilities for maximum communication potential," stated PRC President David L. Moffatt. "When paired with our new ECOpointTM eye-gaze module, ECO2 becomes the only fully integrated AAC device to offer all access methods - eye-gaze, head-tracking, switch access, and direct selection."
ECO2 is available in five colors and is preprogrammed with a full range of the proven Unity® language system and WordCoreTM vocabulary program. Technological enhancements include:
- New PC technology with Intel® 1.6 GHz Atom™ processor;
- New 60GB solid state drive for more robust computing;
- Optional integrated Wi-Fi™;
- Expanded Bluetooth® connectivity options;
- Eye-gaze access option using PRC's new ECOPoint™ module;
- New natural-sounding speech options.
To celebrate the launch of ECO2, PRC is donating a free device to a school or center serving augmented communicators. To enter, schools and therapy centers may register online at http://www.prentrom.com/ECO2Giveaway by February 26, 2010. Visit the website for complete contest rules.
Learn more about ECO2 at www.prentrom.com or by calling PRC at (800) 262-1984.
About PRC
PRC is a global leader in the development and manufacture of alternative and augmentative communication devices, computer access products, and other assistive technology for people with severe disabilities.
A 100% employee-owned company founded in 1966 and headquartered in Wooster, OH, PRC has enabled thousands of children and adults worldwide with speech disorders to achieve spontaneous, independent, and interactive communication regardless of their disability, literacy level, or motor skills.
In addition to its powerful communication devices - the new ECOTM 2, VanguardTM Plus, VantageTM Lite, and SpringBoardTM Lite - PRC also provides a wide array of high-quality teaching and implementation ideas, therapy materials, curriculum sequences, funding assistance, and training to speech-language pathologists, special educators, and the families of AAC communicators.
The company recently launched AACLanguageLab.com, a comprehensive and easy-to-use web resource that provides language development information and teaching tools to those working with augmented communicators.
For more information, go to www.prentrom.com or call (800) 262-1984.
Note: For electronic images of PRC's ECO2, contact Cherie Weaver at (800) 262-1984, ext. 240, or e-mail caw@prentrom.com
