Talara

A low cost introduction to symbol communication

The Talara records your voice (or other sounds) and then plays your recording when you select a cell.  The maximum number of cells is 32 (4 rows of 8, as shown in the picture), but you can have as few a 2 cells.

The overlays can be hand drawn or printed from a computer.  They are easy to swap, and you can store messages for 4 different overlays on the Talara.

The Talara is ideal for introducing symbol communication, and can also be used in situations where a more complex device is inappropriate.

Simple to use

• First, print or draw overlays on plain paper.
• Next, switch to RECORD mode and store up to 45 minutes of speech.
• Then switch to PLAY and select a key to hear the recorded message.

Specification

• Power: 4xAA battteries
• Weight: 800g
• Built in carrying handle
• 2 - 32 cells
• 4 levels (overlays) can be saved simultaneously
• Up to 45 minutes recorded speech

Options

As well as being touch-sensitive, the Talara supports switch scanning. Choose between simple or row-column scanning, with automatic or tap-to-advance movement.  You can also adjust the scan speed to suit individual needs.

There is also an optional shoulder strap, or the Talara can be mounted on a wheelchair.