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Imagine an access product that responds to the slightest of movements.
Now remove the wires.
Now integrate this product with software and tools you already own.
Now make it light and stylish enough to wear every day, anywhere.
Now you have Impulse.

Impulse is an EMG (Electromyography) sensing electrode that senses tiny muscle contractions. Using its patented technology, the Impulse detects and wirelessly transmits the EMG signal to a Bluetooth receiver (included). Specialised software then processes the activity as a traditional switch “click”. Combining this wireless power with popular accessibility programs such as EZ-Keys allows users to fully control their computer with the smallest of muscle activity.

Impulse is specifically designed for persons with physical limitations, allowing them to use any muscle surface (face, jaw, neck, arm, leg, etc) to control their computer. This device is particularly applicable for persons with degenerative conditions such as Motor Neurone Disease (ALS), MS and MDA; as well as anyone with physical limitations or paralysis.

Impulse gives the user the ability to control such tasks as typing and mouse movement by using any muscle the person chooses.

Features

• NEW Now smaller and lighter
• NEW Now with whole-day-use 24 hour run-time battery
• Allows user to completely control their computer using any muscle with voluntary control
• Wireless connectivity allows your caregivers to attend to your needs without being hampered by wires or disturbing switch alignment
• Wireless connectivity allows you to remain connected to the computer even while being transported short distances (such as to the bathroom)
• Bluetooth Class II connectivity up to 10 m (30 feet)!
• No wires means the Impulse looks better cosmetically than many other similar switches available today
• Wireless Active Electrode design gives Impulse ultra clean EMG signals and greatly reduces interference
• Incredibly fast response time (<30 ms)
• Integrated with major Speech Generation System Providers

How Impulse Works

The Impulse sensor

The Impulse sensor is an EMG (Electromyography) sensing electrode that senses EMG activity, which is made up of tiny electrical potentials that are produced by muscles and the nervous system when muscle contractions occurs. Using its patented ProActive technology, the Impulse sensor amplifies, digitises and transmits the EMG signal at the electrode site. Specialised software runs on a Microsoft Windows compatible computer that wirelessly receives the signal. When volitional muscle control is detected, a virtual switch “hit” is passed to special software (such as EZ-Keys) allowing users to control their computer. The Impulse can also function as an alarm that alerts caregivers to the needs of the user.

More Specifically…

The Impulse sensor snaps onto a disposable electrode that adheres to the skin. The electrodes are small pads with a sticky side which allow the sensor to receive and transmit muscle activity. The computer receives this information, and in conjunction with communication software such as EZ-Keys and Eye Response, enables users to control their computer – effectively replacing the keyboard and mouse. This allows paralysed users to remain functional, accomplishing task such as emailing, research, online investing, shopping, and more.

The Bluetooth connection

Impulse uses Bluetooth wireless technology to send a reliable signal to the computer without any need to “point” the device. Impulse ships with a small, USB Bluetooth adapter, easily turning your current computer into a machine that Impulse can wirelessly control.

The Impulse software

The software is built using Visual Studio 2005 and runs on the .Net 2.0 Framework. Using these technologies the Impulse sensor is able to deliver virtual switch closures with an average delay of less than 25 milliseconds.

Check out the AbleNet Access Switch Comparison Chart to see how this switch compares with others.

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Prices

	Code	Media	Platform	$AUD Price	$AUD GST
	Impulse Bluetooth Switch	Shelf Stock Clearance - Existing stock now available at this reduced price while stocks last! Includes 30 Disposable Electrodes, AC Charger, Bluetooth USB Adaptor, 30 Alcohol Wipes
	bAB100-33800			$849.99	$0.00