Sequencer Instruction Manual
Contents Introduction .....................................................................................3 Features .............................................................................................3 Sequencer Diagram........................................................................4 Battery Installation..........................................................................5 Recording a Message.....................................................................6 Playing a Message ....
Introduction Multiple digitized messages can be recorded and played back by pressing the Sequencer on the top surface or by plugging in an external switch such as Adaptivation’s Taction Pads or Pal Pads. Features - A beep cue is heard when installing a new battery, verifying the integrity of the battery. See section, Battery Installation, for details. - 90 seconds of high-quality digitized speech for each level. Two levels of operation.
Sequencer Diagram Switch Surface Microphone Speaker Play/Record Switch Power/Volume Knob External Speaker Jack Relay Out (switch-adapted toy) External Switch Jack 4
Battery Installation 1. Check to ensure that your Sequencer is turned ON by rotating the Volume/Power knob to the full ON position. 2. Open the battery compartment cover by removing the single Phillips-head screw. 3. Properly insert a 9-volt battery. If your battery is fresh, you will hear a one-second power-up beep sound. 4. Replace the battery compartment cover and secure with the screw. Take care not to overtighten. For optimal performance, Adaptivation recommends the use of alkaline batteries only.
Recording a Message 1. Turn on the power by rotating the VOLUME/POWER knob to mid-position. 2. For level 1, slide the PLAY/RECORD switch to the REC-1 position. This will record your series of messages into Level-1. 3. Press down on the Sequencer and hold. A beeping cue will occur, indicating the device is ready to record. When the beeping stops, speak your message clearly, about twelve inches away, into the side marked MIC - same side as the speaker. Release the switch when your message is finished.
Playing a Message The Sequencer plays recorded messages in sequential order (great for books, steps and tasks). 1. When finished recording messages, slide the PLAY/RECORD switch to the PLAY-1 position. Press down on the Sequencer, and your message will play back. Press down again, and your next message will play. 2. To access the second level of messages, slide the PLAY/RECORD switch to the PLAY-2 position. 3. Optionally access your Sequencer by inserting any external switch with a standard 1/8” (3.
Relay (Toy) Operation The Sequencer has an internal relay that allows battery-operated devices such as switch-adapted toys to be activated simultaneously with each message. The toy will activate for the entire duration of the recorded message. Example 1: For this example, use the relay to activate a toy for the duration of the message. You will need a standard cable connector with 1/8” (3.5mm) male jacks on both ends (available from Adaptivation).
External Speaker Jack This jack allows you to plug in an external speaker or headphones. A speaker that amplifies (such as desktop computer speakers) is appropriate for situations when very loud volume is needed. Headphones are appropriate when the device is being used to relay messages to the listener (i.e. giving directions). The Sequencer’s internal speaker will automatically shut off when an external speaker is used. Mounting Options The Sequencer comes with rubber feet to help keep it from sliding.
Trouble-Shooting Does not play back. --Make sure the volume knob is turned up. --Battery may be too low. --If an external speaker is used, make sure the cable is plugged into the EXT SPK jack. --If an external speaker is used, does it need its own power supply? --Make sure the Sequencer is in Play mode. --If using an external switch, does it work? Relay does not activate. --Make sure the cable connector is working. --Make sure the cable connector is plugged into the RLY OUT jack.
--Battery may be too low. --The mic is very sensitive and might pick up electrical noise such as air conditioners, electric motors, power lines, etc. --Some older models have a Short Play / Long Play (SP/LP) mode. Make sure the device is in Short Play mode. A mechanical sound is heard at the end of a message. --Record using an external switch such as an Adaptivation Pal Pad or any other switch with no moving parts. Messages are garbled on mid or high volumes, but the sound is good on very low volume.
Insider Secrets & Cheats To remove the mechanical sound from the end of a recording on the Sequencer, record your message using an Adaptivation Pal Pad or any other switch with no moving parts. After time, you might accumulate many adapted-books and adapted-toy applications for use with your Adaptivation equipment. Keep your applications well organized by placing each one of them in its own re-sealable bag. Then, hang these bags on the wall on a peg board.
The External Speaker jack is used to connect an amplified speaker such as those used with desk top computers. External, amplified speakers can significantly increase the quality and volume of your messages. You can even connect your Sequencer to a school’s P.A. system for announcements or for amplifying lines in a play.
Sequencing Ideas -Ordering at a restaurant -Giving a book report -Show-and-Tell -Singing Songs -Reading books -Telling a joke -Cheering at a game/event -Giving announcements -Packing bookbag or lunch -Sorting laundry -Lines of a play -Reciting days of the week -Saying Pledge of Allegiance -Delivering a message -Complaining -Requesting assistance -Daily schedule -Announcing the lunch menu -Introducing family/friends -Giving recipe instructions -Telling about a trip/vacation -Greeting people -Playing games -G
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1-Year Limited Warranty Your Adaptivation Sequencer was carefully tested and inspected before it was shipped from the factory. We warrant this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for one (1) year from the date of purchase. In the event of a defect in materials or workmanship, we will either repair or replace without charge, at our option, any part which in our judgment shows evidence of such defect within one (1) year of purchase.
