AirSwitch

Article contents

1. Overview
2. Who's it for?
3. Key features
4. Setup and use video
5. ​Set up switch scanning on your device
6. Typical and atypical use cases
7. Warranty

Overview

The AirSwitch is a wireless adapter that enables one or two wired switches to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device, such as a computer, mobile phone, or tablet. 

You plug your switches into AirSwitch, pair it with your device like a Bluetooth keyboard, and then use switch scanning to control apps and the operating system.

The connected device recognises AirSwitch as a keyboard.

Who's it for?

• Learners who access devices using 1 or 2 switches
• People who use switch scanning
• Eye-gaze users who want an alternative to dwell click
• Users of communication software such as Grid 3 or Communicator 5
• Classroom, therapy, and home use where wireless access is helpful

Key features

• Wireless Connectivity: Pair one or two switches to any Bluetooth-enabled device for easy, wire-free access.
• Communication Software Compatibility: Works with Grid 3 and other AAC software for swipe access and direct selection, enhancing communication capabilities.
• Multi-Device Support: Compatible with Windows, Linux, Android, MacOS, and iOS.
• 10-Metre Range: Offers reliable connectivity within a 10-metre range.
• Battery Operated: 1 x CR2032 included.

Setup and use

Set up switch scanning on your device

• iPad / iPhone:
  Settings → Accessibility → Switch Control
• Android:
  Accessibility → Switch Access
• Windows / macOS:
  Accessibility → Keyboard or Switch access options

Typical and atypical use cases

• One-switch step scanning
• Two-switch step + select scanning
• Communication with Grid 3
• General device access on tablets

• Eye-gaze users replacing dwell click with a switch
• Wireless access where cables are difficult or unsafe
• Portable setups shared between devices

Warranty

The AirSwitch has a 2 year warranty against factory defects. If you experience any issues, please email [email protected].