BIGmack Communicator

BIGmack Communicator Features

• BIGmack Communicator is powered by a replaceable 9V battery which never needs charging and can last for weeks or even months on a single battery
• Switch tops included: Red, Yellow, Green, Blue
• Easy single-message recording
• Better than ever digital sound output suitable for almost any environment
• Clear snap cover to attach picture symbols and provide communication context to the user
• Soft-touch coating makes the device easier to hold
• Volume control and On and Off switch
• External switch jack for specialty switch operation
• Includes ableCARE on-demand support
• Built ableSTRONG to endure drops and other environmental conditions
• Made from ableSAFE materials and tested by third-party safety labs
• Toy or appliance jack with cable
• BIGmack Communicator User Manual
• BIGmack Communicator 101 Message Ideas

Advance Features 

• Playing a message with an External Switch
  - Attach the switch of your choice with a 1/8-inch (3.5mm) plug into the switch input jack and continue to use the device as before. (Jacks indicated with.....)
• Controlling Toys or Appliances
  - Plug any switch-adapted toy or appliance into the TOY/APPL jack. When the BIG is activated, the attached toy or appliance will activate for the length of the recorded message. (Jacks indicated with....)

How To Use BIGmack Communicator?

1. Choose your Switch Color
   - Firmly, rotate the colored switch top counter-clockwise to remove. Attach a new color by rotating the cap clockwise until it stops. A Snap Switch Cap is included with your BIGmack. Place a picture or symbol on the switch top, and secure by snapping your Switch Cap over it.
2. Insert Batteries and Turn On
   - Connect one 9-volt battery at the bottom of the device. Rotate the Volume ON/OFF knob to turn the device on. Press the tab and slide to remove the base.
3. Enter Record Mode
   - Press and Hold the RECORD button until the RECORD Light activates, then Release.
4. Record a Message
   - Press and Hold the switch top, begin speaking when you hear a beep. Release when finished. RECORD Light will flash while recording.
5. Exit Record Mode
   - Press and Release the RECORD button to exit Record Mode. Your BIGmack is ready for use. NOTE: This device has 2 minutes of total recording time. The light will turn yellow and flash when only ten seconds of time remain.

How To Mount BIGmack With Mounting Base?

1. BIGmack can be mounted using the Large Triangular Mounting Plate and a variety of mounting systems. Screw the mounting plate into place using the three holes.
2. Release the base by pressing the quick release tab on the mounting base and sliding towards the back of the device.
3. Attach the base by aligning the four posts on the Base with the corresponding holes. Slide the base forward until it clicks.
4. For a temporary mount, use a #8 pan head screw and the two vertical slots on the Mounting Base.
5. For permanent mounting, screw the mounting base into place with the three holes shown at left.

How to Record and Play a New Message on BIGmack Communicator ?

1. Ensure you've properly installed a 9V Alkaline battery into your device
2. Turn the device on
3. Press and hold the Record Switch until the LED lights up solid Red, then release the switch
4. Press and hold down the main switch top of your device. You will see the LED flashes Red when recording
5. Speak your message into the communication device, then release the switch top to complete the recording
6. When finished, press the Record Switch one time to exit record mode
7. You may now press the switch top of your device one time, and you should hear your recording be played