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Access Switch AirSwitch APPlicator APPlicator Max Big Beamer Transmitter and Receiver

APPlicator Max

by Pretorian

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Last Update 24 days ago

Article contents

  1. Overview
  2. Who's it for?
  3. What's in the box?​
  4. Charging the battery
  5. Use cases
  6. Setting the use case
  7. Pairing your devices (Bluetooth)
  8. QuickMedia™ mode
  9. Full list of supported switch functions
  10. Switching between devices or levels
  11. Button Lock
  12. On‑screen keyboard on iPad/iPhone
  13. Single‑Shot mode
  14. Automatic sleep and power off
  15. Forgetting all paired devices
  16. Troubleshooting
  17. Downloadable resources
  18. Warranty
 
 

1. Overview

APPlicator Max is a wireless Bluetooth switch interface that lets you control one, two, or up to four devices using switches.

It is designed for people who need different switch actions for different apps or devices, without unplugging or re-programming.

You can use it with iPads, iPhones, AAC devices, Windows PCs, Macs, Chromebooks and more.


It connects to your devices using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and sends keyboard, mouse, or media commands when a switch is pressed.

It supports:
  • Up to 4 switches for actions
  • An optional 5th switch to change device or level
  • Multiple Devices or Levels, depending on how you set it up
Once configured, it lets you move smoothly between devices or apps using the same switches.


2. Who's it for?

APPlicator Max is suitable for:
  • Learners who use one or more switches
  • People using AAC, switch access, or eye-gaze
  • Classrooms with shared or multi-device setups
  • Therapists supporting progressive access needs
  • Anyone who needs different switch actions in different apps
If you only need one device and one set of switch actions, a standard APPlicator may be more suitable.



3. What's in the box?

  • APPlicator Max unit
  • USB charging cable
  • Manufacturer instructions


    4. Charging the battery

    1. Plug the USB cable into the charging port on APPlicator Max
    2. Plug the other end into any USB socket
    3. The charging LED shows green while charging
    4. When fully charged, the light turns off

    You can:
    • Charge while the unit is switched off
    • Leave it plugged in safely
    • Use the unit while charging
    Low battery: the charging LED flashes red.



    5. Use cases

    APPlicator Max works in one of three use-cases. You must choose this before pairing devices.

    1. Four-Device use-case (4d)
    • Connect up to 4 separate devices
    • Each device has one set of switch actions
    • Best if you move between multiple devices
    2. Two-Device use-case (2d)
    • Connect 2 devices
    • Each device has 2 Levels (2 sets of switch actions)
    • Useful if each device runs two different apps
    3. Single-Device use-case (1d)
    • Connect 1 device
    • Use up to 4 Levels for different apps or activities
    • Useful for complex access on one device


    6. Setting the use case

    • Turn on APPlicator Max
    • Press and hold the Up button until the display lights up
    • The display shows 4d, 2d, or 1d
    • Press Up briefly to change the option
    • Wait – the display turns off and the setting is saved
    The unit remembers this setting even when powered off.



    7. Pairing your devices (Bluetooth)

    General rules
    • Devices connect to numbered slots
    • A slot can only be paired to one device
    • Solid LED = already paired
    • Slow flashing LED = available
    • Fast flashing LED = pairing mode


    Pairing steps

    1. Select the device slot using the Device button
    2. Open Bluetooth settings on your device
    3. Select APPlicator Max from the list
      • The name includes the slot number (e.g. #1)
    4. Wait a few seconds for it to connect

    Tip for PCs:

    If APPlicator Max does not appear, press and hold the Device button to force pairing mode.


    8. Using QuickMedia™ mode

    QuickMedia gives temporary media controls without changing your normal switch setup.

    What it does
    When QuickMedia™ is on:
    • Socket 1 = Play / Pause
    • Socket 2 = Skip Forward
    • Socket 3 = Skip Back
    • Socket 4 = QuickMedia on/off
    Turning QuickMedia on or off
    • Press and hold the QuickMedia button
    The QuickMedia LED lights while active.
    QuickMedia is saved per device/level.


    9. Full list of supported switch functions


    10. Switching between devices or levels

    You can switch in two ways:

    Option 1: Dedicated switch
    • Plug a switch into the Next Device / Level socket
    • A short press moves to the next device or level
    Option 2: Long press on another switch
    • One of the four action switches can be set to:
      • Change device or level on a long press
    • Only one switch can do this
    Audible beeps confirm the change:
    • Higher tone = returned to Device 1 or Level 1


    11. Button Lock (prevent accidental changes)

    To stop settings being changed:
    • Press and hold Up + Down together
    • Display shows L (locked)
    To unlock:
    • Press and hold Up + Down again
    • Display shows U
    You can still view settings while locked.


    12. On-screen keyboard on iPad / iPhone

    Because APPlicator Max behaves like a keyboard, iOS hides the on-screen keyboard. To show or hide it:
    • Briefly press the QuickMedia button

    The keyboard only appears when a text field is selected.



    13. Single-Shot mode
    Single-Shot mode sends one action only, even if the switch is held. It's helpful if:
    • The user finds it hard to release a switch
    • You want to avoid repeated skips or clicks

    Single-Shot can be set per switch, per device/level.



          14. Automatic sleep & power off

          Automatic sleep
          • Goes to sleep after 30 minutes of no use
          • Press any switch or button to wake it
          • Reconnects automatically in a few seconds
          Manual power off
          • Press and hold the Power button
          • Display shows Pd
          • Switches will not wake the unit
          Press Power again to restart.


          15. Forgetting all paired devices

          Use this if you are re-setting or changing equipment.
          1. Press and hold QuickMedia + Device together
          2. All device LEDs flash
          3. Slot 1 flashes slowly, ready for new pairing
          You must also remove APPlicator Max from Bluetooth settings on your devices.


          16. Troubleshooting

          SymptomLikely causeWhat to try
          Can’t switch to next deviceSlot not pairedCheck the device slot is paired
          Switch won’t change deviceWrong use-caseConfirm not in Single Device mode
          Long press doesn’t workNot configuredCheck long-press setting
          APPlicator Max not visible on PCPC pairing behaviourPress and hold Device button
          Level won’t selectLevel disabledCheck all switches aren’t set to 0
          Keyboard not appearing on iPadiOS behaviourPress QuickMedia briefly
          Unit won’t wakeManually powered offPress Power button
          Battery warningLow batteryCharge the unit
           

          17. Downloadable resources



            18. Warranty

            This device has a 2 year manufacturer's warranty. If you experience any issues, please email [email protected]



             
             
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