Big Beamer Transmitter and Receiver

Contents

1. Overview
2. Who's it for?
3. What's in the box?
4. Step-by-step setup
5. Pairing video
6. Using the Big Beamer
7. Changing the switch caps
8. Troubleshooting
9. Warranty

1. Overview

The Big Beamer is a large, easy-to-press wireless switch used with a matching wireless receiver to give switch access to toys, devices, computers, and assistive technology. This guide combines the transmitter (Big Beamer switch) and receiver instructions into one clear, step‑by‑step guide.

It comes in two parts:

• Big Beamer wireless switch (transmitter) – the large round switch the learner presses.
• Wireless receiver – plugs into a switch‑accessible device and receives the signal.

When the Big Beamer is pressed, it sends a wireless signal to the receiver, which then activates the connected device.

2. Who's it for?

Big Beamer is suitable for:

• Learners who need a large activation surface
• Users with limited fine motor control
• Early cause‑and‑effect activities
• Switch‑accessible toys, appliances, and computer interfaces

It can be used in schools, therapy settings, and at home.

3. What's in the box

Big Beamer switch (transmitter)

• Big Beamer wireless switch
• Clear switch cap (fitted)
• Coloured switch caps: red, yellow, blue, green
• 2 x AAA batteries

Wireless receiver

• Wireless receiver unit
• 2 x AA batteries

4. Step-by-step setup

Step 1: Insert batteries and turn on the receiver

1. Turn the receiver over and insert two AA batteries as shown on the casing.
2. Slide the power switch to On.
3. The receiver light will turn on briefly.

Low battery warning: when batteries are low, the receiver light flashes three times.

Step 2: Insert batteries and turn on the Big Beamer switch

1. Turn the Big Beamer upside down.
2. Open the battery compartment.
3. Insert two AA alkaline batteries.
4. Replace the battery cover.
5. Turn the Big Beamer on.

Step 3: Link (pair) the Big Beamer to the receiver

The switch and receiver must be linked before first use.

1. Make sure both the receiver and Big Beamer are turned on.
2. Press and hold the receiver’s Test / Mode button for about 5 seconds until the light turns green.
3. Press the Big Beamer switch once.
4. The receiver light will flash red once to confirm the link.
5. Press and release the Test / Mode button to exit linking mode.

You can:

• Link up to 8 transmitters to one receiver
• Link one transmitter to multiple receivers

To unlink all devices, press and hold the receiver’s Test / Mode button for more than 10 seconds.

Step 4: Connect the receiver to a device

1. Plug the receiver into the switch input of your device or switch interface.
2. Press the Big Beamer switch.
3. The receiver and transmitter lights turn red and the connected device activates.

Connection test:

• Press and hold the receiver’s Test / Mode button for 2 seconds to test the physical connection without using the switch.

5. Pairing video

6. Using the Big Beamer

• Press anywhere on the large round surface to activate it
• The switch provides tactile, visual, and audible feedback (click)
• Use coloured caps to help with visual targeting or preference

Typical use cases

• Activating toys or appliances
• Single‑switch cause‑and‑effect activities
• Switch access via a computer interface

Less typical use cases

• Mounting at head, elbow, knee, or foot (with professional guidance)
• Multiple Big Beamers linked to one receiver for group activities

7. Changing the switch caps

1. Remove the clear cap.
2. Twist the coloured cap counter‑clockwise to remove.
3. Fit a new coloured cap and twist clockwise until it stops.
4. Replace the clear cap.

8. Troubleshooting

9. Warranty

The Big Beamer transmitter and receiver both have a two year manufacturer's warranty. If you experience any issues, please email [email protected].

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