Scheduled maintenance: Our websites will be briefly unavailable on June 4 from 9:30-10:00 PM ET. Thank you for your patience!

Create New Account

We only use strictly necessary cookies for this website. Please see the privacy policy for more information.

^Scanning:
Setting Up One Or Two Switches

You can set up one or two wired or wireless switches to work with scanning in the TouchChat app.

Important! To use TouchChat scanning, you will need either: wired switches in conjunction with a PRC-Saltillo iOS Device, or an AeroSwitch. For other scanning setups, you will need to use iOS scanning, which can be found in the iOS Accessibility settings.

Connect or pair each switch.
Wired switch: Plug the switch into switch jack A or switch jack B on the device. If you are using two switches, plug a switch into each jack.
Cords and cables are potential entanglement or strangulation hazards. Please consider this prior to placing
these items with device users.
Wireless switch: Turn the switch on and pair it with your device according to the instructions that came with your switch.
To enable scanning, choose Menu > Settings, scroll to the Scanning section, and turn Scanning Enabled on.
To set up the switch or switches, select Configure Switches. The switch access settings are displayed.

Choose Switch Configuration and choose the number of switches you plan to use.
If you select 1 Switch, Switch 1 will be active and Switch 2 will be grayed out. If you select 2
Switches, both Switch 1 and Switch 2 will be active.
Note: When “(Left)” or “(Right)” appears in a Switch 1 or Switch 2 setting, it does not affect how you should set up the switch. It only refers to the internal technical configuration of the switch, which you can disregard.
To set up Switch 1, tap Switch 1: …. The prompt “Press any switch” will appear. Press the switch intended to start and stop the scan.
To set up Switch 2, tap Switch 2: …. The prompt “Press any switch” will appear. Press the switch intended to make your choice or activation.
Note: To use the touchscreen as either Switch 1 or Switch 2, tap the touchscreen at the “Press any switch” prompt.
Adjust additional scan settings as necessary

Other articles that may be related:

Using The TouchChat App During A FaceTime Call

Learn how to use the TouchChat during a FaceTime call.

Using An Aeroswitch With TouchChat

Learn how to use an Aeroswitch with TouchChat.

Update The TouchChat App

Learn how to update the TouchChat application.

Update in-app purchases

Learn more about updating in-app purchases.

Open Another App From a Button Within TouchChat

Learn how to open another app from a button within TouchChat.

Installing The App To A Mac

Learn how to download your app to a Mac computer

_{When you can’t speak, life can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Experience the life-changing joy of meaningful communication through our world-renowned, customized AAC vocabularies, assistive technology, and our unmatched training and personalized support. Trust our 50+ years of AAC experience to guide you to the right communication solution. Connect with us to learn more.}

_{For over 50 years, PRC has been a leader in giving a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves. Since our founding in 1966, PRC has paved the way in the development of speech-generating devices (SGDs) and continues to innovate in the field of augmentative and alternative communication.}

_{Saltillo is dedicated to making personal communication possible to individuals who are unable to use their natural voice. We strive to offer comprehensive training and support for your Saltillo device.}

_{The AAC Funding website from PRC and Saltillo assists SLPs, caregivers and/or educators through the process of creating a submission packet, whether funding an AAC device through Medicare/Medicaid or private insurance.}

_{Learn the basics about augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), explore the difference between language and communication, and read stories of real-life people who use AAC.}

_{Teaching (and learning) a new access method for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) can be overwhelming. ALP for AAC breaks down this learning process into 3 broad stages with 8 specific phases.}

_{The AAC Language Lab offers real-life solutions in support of language development. Explore language stages and interactive materials designed for Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs), Educators and Parents.}

_{Realize Language is an online service that gives parents and professionals powerful ways to monitor, measure, and maximize a child's use of an Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) speech device.}

_{The Center for AAC & Autism is dedicated to building awareness of the power of AAC, changing the lives of children with autism and other developmental disabilities through education, resources, information and supporting clinical research.}

_{LAMP Words for Life is designed to meet the communication needs of children with autism. Based on the Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP) methodology, its consistent motor plan enables early success and allows the client's vocabulary and communication skills to grow.}

_{TouchChat is a full-featured communication solution for individuals who have difficulty using their natural voice. TouchChat is designed for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, ALS, apraxia, stroke, or other conditions that affect a person's ability to use natural speech.}

_{PRC-Saltillo offers a wealth of resources to make online AAC as easy as possible for you, so you can continue to provide quality treatment and evaluations to clients. Enter AAC TeleTips below and find the online AAC support you need.}