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Instructions on how to setup the iAdapter with Switch Access Ready Ports

The following instructions are for Apple’s iOS 7 or 8 and the built-in accessibility options. For users still

utilizing Apple’s iOS6 or older, please see information on how to utilize our Bluetooth switch at the end of this

manual.

iAdapter 5 with Bluetooth Switch Access

Sync Button Switch Port 2 Bluetooth LED Switch Port 1

Bluetooth LED – This LED is used to indicate the status of the module. When flashing rapidly the

module is in pairing discovery mode, which means it is looking to sync with a device.

Sync Button – The sync button is used to activate the module. It will wake the module from standby

mode. If the module is not paired, it will automatically go into pairing mode. If the module is already

paired with your device, give it a few seconds to find the iPad®, and it will automatically sync again.

Switch Port 2 – Used as a secondary input for dual switch users. This input can be programmed to

mimic the Enter key of a keyboard or send a signal of ~3 for certain apps that require it.

Switch Port 1 – This is the primary input for single or dual switch users. This input can be programmed

to mimic the Space key of a keyboard or send the signal of ~1 for certain apps that require it.

The Bluetooth module works off of the existing internal battery of the iAdapter. To conserve battery, the

module will enter into a sleep mode. To activate the module again simply tap the Sync button.


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iAdapter Mini with Bluetooth Switch Access

Bluetooth LED – This LED is used to indicate the status of the module. When flashing rapidly the

module is in pairing discovery mode, which means it is looking to sync with a device.

Sync Button – The sync button is used to activate the module. It will wake the module from standby

mode. If the module is not paired, it will automatically go into pairing mode. If the module is already

paired with your device, give it a few seconds to find the iPad®, and it will automatically sync again.

Switch Port 2 – Used as a secondary input for dual switch users. This input can be programmed to

mimic the Enter key of a keyboard or send a signal of ~3 for certain apps that require it.

Switch Port 1 – This is the primary input for single or dual switch users. This input can be programmed

to mimic the Space key of a keyboard or send the signal of ~1 for certain apps that require it.

The Bluetooth module works off of the existing internal battery of the iAdapter. To conserve battery, the

module will enter into a sleep mode. To activate the module again simply tap the Sync button.


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Syncing the Bluetooth Switch module to your iPad

1. Select the General Settings icon and then select Bluetooth to make sure it is on.

2. Turn the Bluetooth module into Sync mode by click the Sync button found on the right side of the

iAdapter, once. You will see the blue LED light flashing rapidly.

iAdapter 5 with Switch Access Ready Ports iAdapter Mini with Switch Access Ready Ports

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3. At this point you should see the Bluetooth module come up on the device list (i.e. Pretorian-57.0-XXXX).

The last four letter number combination is specific to your module.

4. To sync the module to your iPad, at this point all you need to do is simply select the Pretorian device and

the iPad will automatically sync. No code is required.

Setting up Single Switch Access

NOTE: This mode is best used when the user is locked into a single app and it will scan all the items / buttons

on the screen.

The following steps are to be done once you have already synced the bluetooth module to your iPad.

1. Plug in your single switch into Switch Port 1.

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2. On your iPad select the General Settings icon and then on the right side scroll down and select

Accessibility.

3. Scroll down on the right side and select Switch Control.

4. Select Switches Add New Switch… External. A screen will appear stating “Activate your external

switch…”.

4.1.


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4.2.

4.3.

4.4.



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5. Click your external switch once, and it will now ask you to name your switch. Enter the desired name and

select Save. (If the keyboard is hidden, you can click the Sync button on the iAdapter case to make it appear)

6. Under the Actions menu select “Select Item” as the action your switch will make. It should now appear

under the Switches device listing as seen below. Click the blue guide above where it says Switch Control to

go back to the switch control menu.



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7. Lastly, you will need to make sure you turn on the Auto Tap feature within the Switch Control menu.

You should now be able to use the switch to make selections within a specific App. Please refer to Apple’s

iPad instructional manual to learn how to make the iPad lock into a specific App. The iOS 7 manual for

iPads can be found online at http://manuals.info.apple.com/MANUALS/1000/MA1595/en_US/ipad_user_guide.pdf

Setting up Dual Switch Access

NOTE: The following example is meant for a user who wants to have full control and access to all of their iPad

features and apps. The first switch is set to Tap Selection and the second switch is set to act like the Home

Button.

The following steps are to be done once you have already synced the bluetooth module to your iPad.

1. Plug in both of your switches into Switch port 1 and Switch port 2 respectively. The switch that the user

will utilize the most in this method will be switch 1.

iAdapter 5 with Switch Access Ready Ports iAdapter Mini with Switch Access Ready Ports

2. Follow all the steps from “Setting up Single Switch Access” to setup the first switch.



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3. Once you have complete the setup of the first switch, remain within the Switches menu to add the second

switch.

4. Select Add New Switch… within the Switches menu, then select External for the source. A new screen

will appear with the words “Activate your external switch…”. Click the external switch to activate it, give

it a name (i.e. Switch 2) and then hit Save. (If the keyboard is hidden, you can click the Sync button on the iAdapter case

to make it appear)

5. Select the new function of this switch to be the Home Button under the System items. Now click the blue

navigation words “< Switch Control”. The user will now have the ability to fully navigate the iPad

utilizing two switch access. The final settings should look like the image below.


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Disclaimer:

AMDi’s iAdapter with bluetooth has been fully tested with the latest version of Apple’s iOS 8 software

(currently 8.3) for compatibility. The instructions above were meant as a guide for functionality of the

bluetooth switch access. Please refer to Apple’s instruction manual for full features of the Switch Control

options. The manual for current iPad and iPad mini can be found online at http://manuals.info.apple.com/MANUALS/1000/MA1595/en_US/ipad_user_guide.pdf.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the bluetooth module, please contact our technical support

department at 888.353.2634 or via e-mail at [email protected]. We are always available Monday through

Friday from 9 am to 5 pm EST. Thank you!

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