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Saltillo Via Pro User Manual

Saltillo Via Pro
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Version 1.02
Via
Pro with TouchChat
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User's Guide: English
Model ViaPro11.1
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Table of Contents

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Saltillo Via Pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSaltillo
ModelVia Pro
CategoryTablet
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Document Information

Copyright and Trademarks

Legal notices regarding copyright and registered trademarks.

Contact Information

Manufacturer and support contact details.

Document Version

Details about the manual's version and publication date.

Introduction to Via Pro

Safety Information: Via Pro

General Safety Precautions

Warnings on emergencies, cleaning, accessories, mounting, and screen safety.

Hazards and Risks

Information on vision/hearing, small parts, cords, and interference risks.

Environmental and Device Precautions

Safety guidelines for water, heat, oxygen, and implantable devices.

Battery and Charging Safety

Instructions and warnings for device battery and charging.

Identifying Via Pro Features

Device Views and Labels

Identifies physical features on the rear, front, and side of the device.

Device Charging and Battery Status

Connecting the Charger

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the device charger.

Checking Battery Status

How to check the device's battery level or charging status.

iPad Pro Operation Basics

Powering On/Off and Sleep Modes

Instructions for turning the iPad Pro on, off, and putting it to sleep.

Using Control Center

How to access and use the iPad Pro's Control Center for quick controls.

Amplifier and Bluetooth Connection

Turning the Amplifier On/Off

Instructions for powering the amplifier on and off.

Connecting Bluetooth to TouchChat

How to connect the amplifier to the TouchChat software.

Volume and Touchscreen Interaction

Adjusting Volume

How to use the device's physical volume buttons.

Using the Touchscreen

Proper techniques for interacting with the capacitive touchscreen.

Device Positioning and Accessories

Positioning the Stand

Instructions for setting up and using the device's built-in stand.

Attaching Mounting Plates

Steps to attach a wheelchair mounting plate to the device.

Customizing the Device Wrap

Removing and Attaching Wraps

Steps to remove and attach colored wraps to the device.

Attaching Straps

Strap Attachment Methods

Instructions for attaching straps using metal rings or loops.

Device Cleaning and Disinfection

Routine Cleaning Procedures

Standard procedures for cleaning the device's components.

Disinfection for Shared Use

Enhanced disinfection for shared device use.

Using the TouchChat App

App Management and Navigation

Procedures for opening, closing, and navigating TouchChat menus.

TouchChat Safety Information

Safety guidelines specific to using the TouchChat application.

Working with Vocabulary Files

English Vocabulary Files

Overview of available English vocabulary file options.

Vocabulary File Descriptions

Details on myCore, myQuickChat, Spelling, and VocabPC vocabulary sets.

WordPower Vocabulary Series

Overview of various WordPower vocabulary options.

Spanish Vocabulary Files

Overview of available Spanish vocabulary file options.

Managing Vocabulary Files

Loading Vocabulary Files

Steps to select and load a vocabulary file from the available list.

Copying and Deleting Files

Procedures for copying, creating, renaming, and deleting vocabulary files.

Backing Up Customized Vocabulary Files

Backup Methods

Procedures to back up files using iTunes, iShare, cloud services, or USB.

Choosing and Changing Voice Settings

Selecting and Downloading Voices

How to select and download different voice options.

Adjusting Voice and Language Settings

How to adjust voice settings and add/delete voice languages.

Creating and Using Custom Voices

VoiceKeeper Voice Creation

How to create a custom voice using the VoiceKeeper service.

VocaliD Voice Setup and Adjustment

How to set up and adjust VocaliD voices.

Modifying Word Pronunciation

Using ChatEditor with TouchChat

ChatEditor Installation and Configuration

Steps to download, install, and set up ChatEditor.

Enabling Features and Opening ChatEditor

How to enable features and launch the ChatEditor application.

Transferring Vocabulary Files with iTunes

From ChatEditor to Device

Steps to transfer files from ChatEditor to the device using iTunes.

From Device to ChatEditor

Steps to export files from the device to ChatEditor via iTunes.

Troubleshooting File Transfers

How to find missing folders and activate edit mode for file transfers.

Working with Buttons

Editing a Button: The Basic Procedure

Fundamental steps for editing a button's properties.

Adding or Changing Button Actions

How to add or modify actions associated with a button.

Removing or Reordering Actions

How to remove or reorder button actions.

Available Button Actions

Adding an Image to a Button

Browsing, Searching, and Categorizing Images

Methods to find images by browsing, searching, or categories.

Importing and Taking Pictures for Images

Steps to import images or use the camera to capture them.

Modifying Button Appearance

Resizing, Styling, and Basic Colors

How to change button size, style, and basic colors.

Customizing Button Colors

Advanced color customization using hex codes or selectors.

Creating Special Function Buttons

Storing Text on a Button

How to save text onto a button for later use.

Creating Volume Control Buttons

How to create buttons for controlling volume levels.

Creating Battery Status and Date/Time Buttons

How to create buttons for displaying battery status or date/time.

Copying and Pasting Buttons

Copying and Pasting Buttons

How to copy and paste buttons to new locations.

Copying and Pasting Button Styles

How to copy and paste only the style of a button.

Moving and Hiding Buttons

Moving a Button

How to move a button to a different location on the page.

Hiding and Showing Buttons

Methods for hiding or showing multiple or single buttons.

Changing Button Timing Settings

Button Timing Options

Adjusting dwell time, release time, and activate on release settings.

Hiding and Showing Button Navigation Arrows

How to show or hide navigation arrows on buttons.

Adding Extra Space around Buttons

Working with Pages

Managing Existing Pages

Procedures for renaming, duplicating, and loading existing pages.

Creating New Pages

How to create blank pages or pages from templates/navigate actions.

Choosing a New Keyboard

Copying Pages Between Vocabularies

Adding Gestures and Overriding Page Background

Adding a Gesture to a Page

How to add custom gestures to pages.

Overriding the Background Color of a Page

How to change the background color for all pages.

Working with Special Pages

Changing Your Home Page

How to set a specific page as the home page.

Setting a Page as a Template

How to designate an existing page as a template for new pages.

Creating a New Page from a Template

Process for creating a new page using a template.

Trying to Delete Your Home Page

Editing Abbreviations and Searching Words

Editing an Abbreviation Expansion

How to create or modify text expansions for abbreviations.

Searching for a Word using Word Finder

How to find words and practice button sequences in a vocabulary.

Adding Acapela Vocal Smileys and Sounds

Adding Smileys and Laugh Sounds

Tutorial on adding emoticons and sounds to buttons.

Creating a Visual Scene

Selecting a Background Image

Steps to choose and set a background image for a visual scene.

Adding Buttons to a Visual Scene

How to add interactive buttons onto a visual scene background.

Creating a Whiteboard Page

Whiteboard Tools and Functions

Explanation of tools for drawing, saving, and erasing on the whiteboard.

Text Display in the Speech Display Bar

Enlarging Text in the SDB

How to change font size and number of lines in the SDB.

Creating a Tap Action for Text

Setting up a tap action to enlarge text in the SDB.

Setting up Switch Scanning

Configuring Switches and Scanning Styles

Setting up switches and choosing scanning styles (Auto, Manual, Single).

Customizing Scan Settings

Adjusting scan patterns, timing, empty cells, and auto-restart.

Making an In-App Purchase

Setting Up Button Actions

Playing a YouTube™ Video

How to create a button to play a YouTube video.

Opening an App

How to create a button to launch other applications.

Blocking and Restoring Access to Editing Menus

Password-Protecting Editing Menus

How to enable and set a passcode for editing menus.

Removing Password Protection

Steps to disable passcode protection for editing menus.

Working with Profiles

Creating, Loading, and Renaming Profiles

Procedures for managing user profiles and their settings.

Changing TouchChat Settings

Profiles, Navigation, and Page Size Settings

Settings for profiles, page navigation, and display size.

Speech and Speech Display Bar Settings

Options for voice, rate, pitch, and SDB display customization.

Expanded Speech Area, Speak, and Data Logging Settings

Settings for expanded speech, speaking behavior, and data collection.

Button, Social Networking, and Amp Connect Settings

Settings for button behavior, social sharing, and amplifier connection.

Data Logging and Privacy Passwords

Enabling Data Logging and Creating Privacy Passwords

Steps to enable data collection and set a privacy password.

Uploading Data and Clearing Usage Data

Procedures for uploading data and clearing logs.

Managing Privacy Passwords

How to change or remove the privacy password.

Adding a Webhook Event to a Button

Terms Used in This Section

Definitions of terms related to webhooks and JSON.

Adding a Webhook Event

Steps to create a button that triggers a webhook event.

Viewing TouchChat and Another App Side-by-Side

Telephony: Using the TouchChat App

Making Phone Calls

How to make phone calls using the TouchChat app.

Connecting to a Computer for the First Time

Procedure for connecting the device to a computer for updates/backups.

Using Advanced Grammar Features

Creating Grammar Buttons

How to create buttons for grammatical forms and parts of speech.

Using and Clearing Grammar Rules

How to use grammar rule buttons and clear active states.

Using iPad Pro Features

Identifying iPad Pro Status Icons

Explanation of icons shown in the iPad Pro status bar.

Using Control Center and Adjusting Brightness

How to access Control Center and adjust screen brightness.

Using Accessibility Features

Turning on Features and Setting Shortcuts

Enabling individual features and creating accessibility shortcuts.

Setting up and Using Guided Access

Configuring Guided Access Settings

Options for passcodes, time limits, and shortcuts for Guided Access.

Starting and Ending Guided Access Sessions

Procedures for initiating and exiting Guided Access sessions.

Setting up and Using iPad Pro Switch Scanning

Enabling Scanning and Defining Switches

How to turn on scanning and configure switches.

Setting Scanning Styles and Options

Choosing scanning styles and adjusting timing options.

Configuring Additional Scan Settings

Adjusting tap behavior, scan audio, menu scanning, and cursor appearance.

Using Keyboards

On-screen Keyboard Options

Options for changing layout, splitting, and adding keyboards.

External Keyboard Usage

Pairing and using Apple Wireless or external keyboards.

Entering and Modifying Text

Typing and Predictive Text

Basic text entry, predictive text, and spelling corrections.

Modifying Text, Shortcuts, and Dictation

Text editing, shortcuts, and using dictation features.

Organizing Apps and Changing Wallpaper

Arranging Apps and Creating Folders

How to rearrange apps and organize them into folders.

Changing the Wallpaper

How to set custom wallpaper for the lock or home screen.

Setting Date, Time, and Playing Media

Setting the Date and Time

How to set the device's date and time automatically or manually.

Playing a Song from TouchChat

How to play audio files from the device's media library.

Using SocialChat and Searching Apps

Using SocialChat

How to share text generated by TouchChat to social media.

Searching Apps with Spotlight

How to use Spotlight Search to find apps and content.

Changing Device Settings

Changing Language and Word Prediction

How to set the device language and word prediction dictionaries.

Setting up Restrictions

How to set up restrictions on iOS versions for app and content access.

Updating Device Software

Updating Wirelessly and via iTunes

Steps to update device software wirelessly or using iTunes.

Troubleshooting Sound Issues

Warranty Information

Appendix A: Setting up and Using Head Tracking

Setting Up and Adjusting Head Tracking

How to enable, position, and adjust head tracking settings.

Available Head Tracking Settings

Options for tracking speed, cursor shape, and off-screen indicators.

Trigger Actions and Cursor Settings

Settings for trigger actions, hover time, and cursor adjustments.

Cursor Smoothing and Auto-Lock Time

Adjusting cursor smoothing and device auto-lock time.

Head Tracking Tips and Troubleshooting

Tips for pausing, scrolling, and resolving camera permission issues.

Appendix B: Compliance Information

FCC and Industry Canada Warnings

Compliance statements from FCC and Industry Canada.

Device Usage and Safety Precautions

Precautions on wireless interference, intended use, data loss, and positioning.

Device Specifications and Environment

Technical specs, operating conditions, and temperature limits.