User's Guide

Accent 800 User’s Guide-Empower 4
Contents
The Accent® 800 is a speech-generating device that offers user-friendly features to
make speaking fast and easy for individuals with severe speech impairments. This
manual describes how to use and maintain your device.
Safety Information ........................................................................................ 10
A Quick Look at Device Features.................................................................... 13
Turning on the Device ................................................................................... 16
Using the Touchscreen .................................................................................. 16
Charging the Battery ..................................................................................... 17
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Device ............................................................. 19
Routine Cleaning and Disinfecting ................................................................. 19
Disinfecting a Device and Accessories for Multiple Users ............................... 21
Positioning or Removing the Stand................................................................ 22
Positioning the Stand ..................................................................................... 22
Removing the Stand ...................................................................................... 23
Removing or Reattaching the Handle ............................................................ 24
Attaching the Top Port Cover ........................................................................ 25
Mounting the IR Reflector on a Non-Dedicated Device.................................. 26
Applying a Screen Protector .......................................................................... 28
Removing or Replacing the Device Frame ...................................................... 29
Removing the Frame ..................................................................................... 29
Attaching the New Frame .............................................................................. 30
Attaching the Frame More Securely .............................................................. 31
Attaching, Raising, and Removing a Keyguard ............................................... 32
Attaching the Keyguard ................................................................................. 32
Raising the Keyguard ..................................................................................... 33
Removing the Keyguard ................................................................................. 34
Attaching or Removing a TouchGuide ........................................................... 35
Attaching the TouchGuide ............................................................................. 35
Removing the TouchGuide ............................................................................ 36
Attaching a Carry Strap .................................................................................. 37
Attaching a Strap Handle ............................................................................... 40
Attaching a QRM Mounting Plate .................................................................. 42
Mounting a NuPoint Module ......................................................................... 43
Getting Started with the Empower Software ................................................. 45
Creating a User and Selecting a Vocabulary .................................................. 45
Using Basic Features ...................................................................................... 48