Optimist-MMX Dynamic Display Device

Dialect-MMX Speech Generating Device (dedicated)

The Optimist-MMX is the latest augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) aid from ZYGO. As in the past, ZYGO has enhanced a versatile PC to provide the loud, clear output and switch access input required for an AAC device. The physical attributes are obvious from the pictures—it's usable like a laptop from the keyboard and/or as a touch-screen tablet. It's durable, is drop and spill resistant and has a built-in carry handle (removeable, if you prefer) and will withstand the demands of everyday use.

ZYGO Optimist-MMX

The Optimist-MMX is available preloaded with a choice of AAC packages and a variety of speech synthesizers. Or, the unit is available without software so you can add your favorites.

Dialects, dedicated Speech Generating Device (SGD) versions, are available for Medical Assistance requirements. They are identical in every way to the Optimist-MMX except non-communication functions are locked out.

The Dialect-MMX is identical to the Optimist-MMX in every respect except that it will only run the AAC software you choose. The Optimist is an integrated communication system, while the Dialect meets the Medicare criteria as a dedicated speech generating device. Medicare assignment is accepted. The HCPCS code is E2510.

The Optimist and Dialect MMX comes complete with AAC software of your choosing. Recommend the software program that best meets the needs of your client.

You can also turn the Optimist into an environmental control system by adding a GEWA Control Micro USB infrared transmitter which can be run directly from The Grid 2 or Tobii Communicator software.

And the entire device is less than three pounds!

product details

Specifications Full-screen dynamic display
MS-Windows® XP
1 GB S-DRAM
60 GB hard drive
Built-in WiFi
Integrated camera
Display 8.9" diagonal color TFT LCD LED backlight touch screen
1024 x 600 SVGA resolution
Audio 2-Speaker backpack
Interfaces External microphone jack, 3.5 mm
Headphone jack, 3.5 mm
2 USB ports
2 scan-switch ports, 3.5mm
Power Lithium-ion battery pack
100-240V, 50/60 Hz AC adapter/charger
Battery life 5 hours (average)
Recharges in 2.5 hours
Dimensions Size: 9.5 x 7.5 x 1.5 in. (24.1 x 19 x 3.8cm)
Weight: < 3 pounds (< 1.4 kg)
Keyguards Optional, customer needs to specify AAC program and key patterns to assure access holes match up with cell locations on each dynamic page.
AAC software Comes with your choice of AAC package(s) installed.
See product pricing list for package ideas.
Options Wheelchair mounting systems
Environmental control transmitters
External FAX/Modem
Soft carry pouch *
Bump-Sheet * — allows display to accept finger presses
Various AAC programs
A variety of speech synthesizers

* included with -B, -C, -V, and -D models

Optimist-MMX

additional images



Optimist-MMX notebook
Optimist-MMX as notebook

Optimist-MMX swivel
flip screen

Optimist-MMX tablet
Optimist-MMX as tablet



Optimist-MMX carry pouch notebook
Optimist-MMX carry pouch

Optimist-MMX carry pouch
MMX closed in pouch
Optimist-MMX carry pouch tablet
Optimist-MMX carry pouch - tablet



Speaking Dynamically Pro with Boardmaker

Speaking Dynamically Pro
by Mayer-Johnson
The Grid 2

The Grid 2 by
Sensory Software

The Grid 2


Tobii Communicator

Communicator
by Tobii ATI


items notes price
Optimist-MMX-0
 Dynamic display device without AAC software
add your favorite software on your own		 $2,495.00
Optimist-MMX-B
 with Speaking Dynamically Pro (SDP), Boardmaker,
and SAPI Speech Synthesizer		 $4,095.00
Optimist-MMX-C
 with The Grid2, Acapela Speech Synthesizer,
and Widget Literacy Symbols		 $4,095.00
Optimist-MMX-V
 with Tobii Communicator, Acapela Speech Synthesizer,
and SymbolStix Symbols		 $4,095.00
Optimist-MMX-D
 		 with SDP, Boardmaker, and SAPI Speech Synthesizer,
The Grid2, Acapela Speech, and Widget Literacy Symbols, and
Tobii Communicator, Acapela, and SymbolStix Symbols		 $5,155.00
Dialect-MMX
 		 Dedicated Speech Generating Device (SGD) versions
...Add to the price... 		$1,000.00
Carry pouch
 		 Soft-sided carry pouch for Optimist-MMX
includes carry strap and an accessory bag 		$70.00
"Bump Sheet"
 		 Placed on display screen
allows display to accept finger presses 		$20.00

          Add these Options
Acapela Voice
Extra language		 High quality natural sounding speech synthesizer
for use with Sensory Software communication programs		 $180.00
DECtalk Synthesizer
 American English text-to-speech synthesis
for use with Sensory Software communication programs		 $425.00
RealSpeak
 High quality natural sounding speech synthesizer
for use with Sensory Software communication programs		 $230.00
GEWA Progress Micro USB
425346		 IR transmitter to use with The Grid 2 AAC software on a PC or AAC PC
(no switch jack)		 $1.355.00
GEWA Control Micro USB
425638		 IR transmitter to use with Tobii Communicator AAC software on a PC or AAC PC
(no switch jack)		 $780.00

Prices on this website are in US Dollars and are pertaining to US sales only.
These prices are subject to change without notice.