A black egg-shaped receiver with a textured surface and small colored indicator lights on its edge.

IR Keyboard & Mouse

by Inclusive Technology

Est. $150–$350, see price history

Typical price range, not a vendor quote. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.

Professional guidance helps The unit is simple, but it only helps if it fits the person's AAC device and how they access it. The layouts often need to be adjusted or rebuilt, for example larger targets for eye gaze. A family member can likely get the basics working, but a clinician's input will make the result much better, so professional guidance is recommended.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The IR Keyboard & Mouse lets someone who uses an AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) device type and move a mouse on an outside computer. It works through the infra-red output found on most AAC devices, so there is no wireless pairing to deal with. You set up the keyboard and mouse controls by loading downloadable Gridset or Pageset layouts, and you can build your own with larger, eye-gaze-friendly buttons or a layout for a non-UK keyboard. It supports up to four separate user settings, so several people in one room can each have their own control without interference. It suits someone who needs to get onto a computer now and then, such as when moving between work or learning spaces.

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.

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Where to get it

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
Est. $150–$350
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Check that your AAC device has an infra-red output and can load Gridset or Pageset layouts.
  • With a guide
    1. Connect the IR unit to the computer you want to control, then download and load the keyboard and mouse layouts onto the AAC device.
    2. Choose one of the four user settings for each person who shares the space, so their signals don't clash. Allow about 30 to 60 minutes for first-time setup and testing.
  • With professional help
    An SLP, OT, or ATP can help match the layouts to the person's access method, such as direct touch or eye gaze, and build larger or customized controls. Plan for one session of about an hour, plus follow-up. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Inclusive Technology — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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