iTalk4 with Levels

Overview

iTalk4 is a simple voice output communicator with four large buttons.

Each button plays a recorded message when pressed.

It is designed for people who are not yet ready for more complex communication systems, or who need a reliable, single-press way to say messages, control toys, or interact with others.

It features:

• 4 large coloured buttons
• Built-in speaker
• Built-in microphone for recording messages
• Support for external switches
• Three recording levels (sets of messages)

Each button can play a different recorded message, such as:

• “Hello”
• “I need help”
• “My turn”
• “Yes / No”

Who's it for?

iTalk4 is suitable for:

• Children and adults beginning voice-output communication
• Learners who benefit from single-press access
• Switch users (with external switches)
• Classroom, therapy, and home use

It is not intended to be used as a call or alarm system.

What's in the box?

• iTalk4 device
• Clear switch caps (x4)
• 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mono cables (x4)
• 4 × AA alkaline batteries

Setup and use

Record your first messages

1. Turn iTalk4 on using the On/Off and volume dial.
2. Use the Recording Level switch to choose a level (1, 2, or 3).
3. Press and hold the Record button until the recording light comes on.
4. Press and hold one of the coloured buttons.
5. When you hear a beep, speak clearly into the microphone.
6. Release the button to finish recording.
7. Repeat for the other buttons.
8. Press and release the Record button again to exit record mode.

You can now press the buttons to play the messages.

Using recording levels (three message sets)

iTalk4 has three recording levels.

Each level stores a full set of four messages.

This lets you change messages without re-recording everything.

Examples:

• Level 1 – Greetings
• Level 2 – Classroom phrases
• Level 3 – Play or home messages

To use levels:

Move the Recording Level switch to the level you want.

• Record messages as described above.
• Switch levels to access different messages.

Using external switches

iTalk4 can be used with external switches instead of the built-in buttons.

To connect an external switch:

1. Turn iTalk4 off.
2. Plug a switch into the matching 3.5 mm socket for the message you want.
3. While pressing the external switch, turn iTalk4 on.

The external switch now activates that message.

Compatible examples listed in the manual include AbleNet Jellybean, Specs, and Big Red switches.

Controlling toys or appliances

iTalk4 includes Toy/Appliance output jacks.

• Plug a switch-adapted toy or appliance into the matching jack.
• Pressing the related button or switch will activate it.

Product demonstration video

Warranty

You can find detailed support information for the LITTLE Step-by-Step on the manufacturer's website, here:

https://support.ablenetinc.com/category/assistive-technology/speech-devices/italk4/

This product is supplied with a 2 year manufacturer's warranty. If you experience any issues, please email [email protected].

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