How do I Use a Joystick with My Springboard?
Summary: A joystick allows you to scan up, down, left, right and diagonally. Joystick is available only with the 32-location overlay.
IMPORTANT NOTE! If using a serial joystick you must have an adapter to use a joystick. Call the PRC Rehab Department for complete information: 800-262-1990.
A Joystick is the most versatile scanning device. You can push a Joystick in any direction to scan up, down, left, right or diagonally. You can also use an Arm Slot Control instead of a Joystick. The Arm Slot Control allows Joystick-type scanning for people who do not have enough fine motor skills to use a Joystick.
You need an adapter that will allow you to connect to both the A and B switch connectors on the SpringBoard as well as an option to connect a third switch for manual entry. The other end of the adapter must fit your joystick connector.
Setting up the Springboard to Use a Joystick:
1. Select the TOOLS key on the top front of the case.
2. Open the SELECTION TECHNIQUE MENU.
3. Change the Selection Technique option until you see Joystick.
4. Select OK to exit the menu.
To Scan:
Move the joystick to scan to the location you want. The SpringBoard will automatically select the location after the acceptance time has passed or you can activate a separate switch to select the location.
IMPORTANT NOTE! You must have an adapter to use a joystick with the SpringBoard. Call the PRC Rehab Department for complete information: 800-262-1990. Outside the US, call your distributor.
SPECIAL NOTE: If you are using a USB joystick, you can plug that directly into the USB port on the side of the device. You will need to set your Selection Technique menu to Headpointing instead of Joystick however, because these types of joysticks are recognized as a mouse rather than a joystick.