Switches
by PRC-Saltillo
Last verified June 20, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
PRC-Saltillo offers a range of external switches designed to give users physical access to their AAC devices through single or dual switch scanning. Instead of directly touching a screen, the user presses, sips, puffs, or otherwise activates a switch, which moves a cursor through on-screen options until a selection is made. This is for someone who has enough consistent voluntary movement — even just one reliable body site — to activate a switch, but cannot use direct touch or pointing for communication. The switch itself is one piece of a larger system: it needs to be paired with a compatible PRC-Saltillo AAC device and configured with an appropriate scanning setup, which is typically done with the help of a speech-language pathologist and often an occupational therapist. Switch selection depends heavily on the individual's motor abilities, positioning, and fatigue levels, so professional assessment before purchasing is strongly recommended.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Connect a compatible switch to the switch jack or Bluetooth port on a PRC-Saltillo AAC device to begin testing activation. - With a guide
- Review PRC-Saltillo's access method documentation to understand switch types (mechanical, pneumatic, proximity) and scanning modes.
- Configure scanning speed, pattern, and feedback settings in the AAC device software based on the user's needs — allow 30-60 minutes with documentation.
- See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
- An occupational therapist (OT) evaluates the user's reliable body site, range of motion, and positioning before switch placement.
- A speech-language pathologist (SLP) or ATP configures scanning parameters and vocabulary access on the paired AAC device.
- Expect 2-4 assessment and trial sessions before finalizing switch type and settings — typically over several weeks.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from PRC-Saltillo — view on vendor site; last verified June 20, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.