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MegaBee Writing Tablet

Product Description
$1,484.00
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Sku: 39PP369008
Vendor: MegaBee

The hand-held writing tablet that gives the power to communicate to people who have lost the ability to speak coherently and write legibly

MegaBee is a simple-to-use writing tablet to aid frequent communication with:

  • Stroke patients
  • Motor-loss sufferers
  • MS patients
  • Motor-neurone disease patients
  • Patients who have no, or impaired, ability to speak and cannot write legibly

Easy to use and rapid to deploy, the MegaBee provides convenient and frequent means of communication between carer and patient, much enhancing lifestyle and improving both levels of care and self esteem.

The product comes in its own carrying case along with battery charger, instruction booklet and CD. The device is Bluetooth enabled for communication with other devices such as a PC if required.


How does it work?

The tablet uses eye movement and blinking as the method to select letters, which are displayed on the integral screen.

The tablet has been designed to require minimal learning both for the reader and writer - letter selection is achieved by looking at the letter and blinking, then looking at the block which is the same colour as the selected letter.

For example the letter 'K' would be selected by looking first at the blue block where the letter K is located and blinking (the carer then presses the blue button and the 'accept' button), then, as the letter 'K' is black, the user looks at the black block and blinks (the carer presses the black button and the letter 'K' appears on the screen).

Similar protocols exist for deleting text and adding spaces, as well as accessing various menu functions such as contrast, scrolling, Bluetooth and other housekeeping facilities. There is an LCD display on each side of the tablet, visible to reader and writer.

A powerful vocabulary facility is also provided which provides abbreviations for frequently used words. This allows users to compile their own set of shorthand words or phrases which can be uploaded at will. For example 'T2' might be assigned to 'Television', or 'H1' means 'I am too hot'. These phrases can be changed to suit varying situations such as bed care, mobility, or in the case of ward supervision, can be changed for different users.

 

Is MegaBee easy to use?

MegaBee is easy-to-use and rapidly deployed, providing convenient, frequent means of communication with the carer, thus providing a much enhanced lifestyle for the patient. It does not require calibration and accommodates changes in head position or movement of the tablet.

The tablet is made from lightweight textured polypropylene which is tough and durable and allows easy cleaning with a damp cloth.

 

Does it require a PC connection?

No, MegaBee is fully portable and can be used for bed-confined, home-care and chair-mobile situations. Whilst the unit does not require computing equipment for its basic operation it does however have Bluetooth wireless communication ability should the user require to display on a larger screen or input text into a personal computer.

A custom vocabulary of up to 260 phrases (20 characters maximum) can also be uploaded using a computer thus providing a short-cut typing mechanism specifically tailored to suit the individual user.

 

How long do the batteries last?

The rechargeable batteries provide regular use over a 24 hour period with notification of low battery given 5 minutes before shutdown. The unit can still be used whilst charging the batteries.

 

What's included with the MegaBee?

MegaBee is supplied in a custom carrying case which includes battery charger suitable for worldwide use, full operating instructions and a computer animation for easy training purposes.

Click here to visit our technical page to find out more about the specifications of the MegaBee writing tablet.

 

MegaBee Standard Specifications

Overall Size

H=430mm W=300mm D=40mm [A3 size]

Weight

950 grams

Displays

2 Displays: 1 on each side. Blue LCD 20 characters x 2 lines, scrolling buffer

Power

Re-chargeable batteries [charger supplied]

Battery Duration

24hr operation on a full charge

Total Memory

600 characters ( 30 lines at 20 characters per line)

Expansion/Connectivity

Bluetooth built-in with support software for Windows

Bridges accepts institutional P.O’s (purchase orders).

Call us for a quote or just fax or email a P.O. on your letter head.

How secure is my online order?

Any information submitted through the web store is safe and secure. Bridges uses state-of-the-art security encryption methods to ensure the highest standards of security for its online customers.

What payment methods are accepted?

We accept Visa and MasterCard for online orders.

What if I do not have a credit card?

If you do not have a credit card, please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to discuss alternative payment methods.

How do I know if you have received my order?

When your order has been completed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will be sent to the e-mail address that you entered in the "Registration” page before checkout.

Shipping 

PLEASE NOTE that the COVID-19 crisis is impacting delivery times. Couriers are experiencing reduced capacity due to new hygiene procedures, increased volumes and/or emergency conditions. Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated.

Is your school or office limited as to when it can receive goods? When you place your order, in the comments area, please let us know if you cannot receive your order during regular business hours to avoid additional shipping charges. We will make every attempt to accommodate you, but we cannot guarantee that this will be possible.

 

What shipping options are available?

Most of our items are shipped by Canpar, which takes 3-5 business days to reach the customer. Where service is not available, or due to the special requirements of the product, we will also use UPS, Puralator or Canada Post. Please allow 10-15 days for order processing.

 

Ordering multiple, heavy-weighted items? 

If our store can’t calculate your shipping costs during checkout, your order may fall outside weight, size, or destination restrictions, for online ordering.

Sorry about that. 

Just contact us by email or phone and we'll figure out another way to get your order to you. 

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping is calculated individually depending on the weight and size of the item. This will be calculated automatically upon checkout and will be included in the total price when you go to the checkout.

How long does it take for me to receive my order?

Order processing time depends on availability of the product from the manufacturer, but typically products are shipped within 10-15 business days after the order is placed. See shipping options for the number of days it will take to reach you after it leaves our warehouse.

Do you ship internationally?

No, we currently sell our products and services only in Canada.

How can I track my order?

When the order is shipped out, you will receive an e-mail with a tracking number. If you do not receive this e-mail, please call 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) to receive your tracking number.

 

Returns

 

Do you offer a money back guarantee?

We offer a 21-day money-back guarantee unless otherwise noted. Products must be returned in a resalable condition as determined by Bridges. Returns are subject to a 20 percent restocking fee after 21-days. Many of our manufacturers offer additional limited warranties of longer durations on their products. Returns will no longer be accepted after a period of 90 days. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST) or send an e-mail to info@bridges-canada.com for more information about manufacturer's warranties or returning your product.

Please note, customers cannot return software for a refund.  However, we do offer a store credit for the full amount if returned within 21 days. After 21 days a restocking fee may apply.

How do I return a product?

To return a product you need to get a Return Authorization (R.A.) number from us. Please call us at 1-800-353-1107 (8:30am - 4:30pm EST), e-mail us at info@bridges-canada.com or fax us at 905-542-7242 to get an R.A. number and further instructions. Please note, Bridges will not accept returns without an R.A. number. The customer is responsible for shipping costs of returned products.