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GEWA Page Turner

With the BLV-6, the user is in total step-by-step control of the turning process. Errors in turning, sticking pages, crumpled or mis-angled pages—all can be manipulated successfully by the user with the truly unique characteristics of the Page Turner.

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Swedish-designed page turner that "really does work!"

With the BLV-6, the user is in total step-by-step control of the turning process. Errors in turning, sticking pages, crumpled or mis-angled pages—all can be manipulated successfully by the user with the truly unique characteristics of the Page Turner.

Whether you're sitting up or lying down, pages can be turned forward and backward, one at a time or continuously (scanning a chapter or directory, for instance). The only assistance required is to insert the document to be read, position the operating control for the user, and occasionally clean the turning mechanism.

Used for social, business, and educational reading, the unit works with books, magazines, catalogs, brochures, incoming mail, etc. It can be operated with a variety of multiple-switch assemblies or optionally with a visual scanner and any single switch. And, it can be run by most environmental control units.

View the Page Turner Video (3 minutes 55 seconds)

• No adjustments are required to set up for any size, texture, or type of document
• Accommodates most textbooks, paperbacks, magazines, smaller newspapers; maximum page size: 12" x 9" (30 x 23 cm), books to 2" (5 cm) thick
• Inner and outer plastic panels secure and flatten the document being read
• An elastic cord secures thin-spined materials like pamphlets and magazines
• A rubber roller manipulates pages forward and backward, singly or continuously. No adhesives or tapes are used
• A collapsible tripod is built in for upright table rest
• Adjustable clamps are built in for attaching to the LB-2 Overbed Table or other support framework
• A carrying handle allows instant transport
• A variety of operating controls are available to accommodate a wide range of physical abilities
• Adaptive Fixtures are available for mounting and positioning operating controls for maximum comfort of the user

Page Turner Controls & Accessories

The Page Turner is sold as a unit, and the controls are sold separately. Controls are chosen for the individual user's requirements.

The Page Turner is shown here on the overbed table, with the joystick control being used with the chin.

Another user has the Page Turner set up with the joystick. Here it is set on a flat surface using it's built-in 'easel' style frame to position it standing.

*LB-2 Overbed Table*
	• Allows full 360º rotation to position the Page Turner over a bed or other special posture support system • Allows the Page Turner to be angled to minimize reflective glare • Wheeled base is of sturdy construction with non-tipping cross frame and locking casters

*SC-1 Scanning Controller*
	• Five (5) bright LEDs for roller function selection and Scan Off • Adjustable LED scanning speed • Latching and non-latching modes of operation • Easy, fast Velcro® attachment to the Page Turner • Usable with virtually any single switch

SB-4 Four-Function Sip/Puff Switch Controller

• The GEWA Page Turner 4-Function Sip/Puff Switch Controller is used by directing control of the roller in each of the 4 directions it operates using 2 strengths of SIP and two strengths of PUFF.
• To turn pages backward, just reverse the above process: 4-3-2-1!
• The joystick is supplied on an articulated mount with a G-clamp for mounting on tables and other surfaces.
• The 4 function sip/puff switch comes with mounting hardware included (scanning controller not required).

*HK-4 Joystick with chin, hand or foot activation*
	The joystick is used by directing the control in each of the 4 directions which relate to the 4 controls. The joystick is supplied on an articulated mount with a G-clamp.

*4 plate switch (FK-4F)*
	The GEWA Page Turner 4-Plate Switch Controller is used by directing control of the roller in each of the 4 directions it operates.

*Four Pushbutton Switch FK-4H*
	The GEWA Page Turner 4 Pushbutton Switch Controller is used by directing control of the pushbuttons in each of the 4 directions it operates.

Specifications

Size: 50 x 60 x 20 cm (20" x 24" x 8" )
Weight: 6.8 kg(15 lbs)
Power: 24V AC; operates from an approved wall outlet transformer
Maximum Page Size: 30 x 22 cm (12" x 9")
Maximum Document Thickness: 5 cm (2 inches)
Mounting: Built-in tripod for table rest; built-in clamps for LB-2 overbed table

How it works

An attendant need only:

1. Raise the outer plastic panels to insert the document.
2. Secure its cover underneath the inner plastic panels.
3. Connect and plug in the wall transformer.
4. Connect and position the selected operating control.

Multiple Switch Use

The user manipulates a mechanically driven rubber roller through four(4) simple maneuvers to complete the page turning:

1. To the right across the document to a point of sufficient roller grip.
Roller positioning varies depending on the overall page size, thickness and texture. The user quickly learns to "play the roller" in small increments in all four movements to achieve the desired results. It is this ability to "manually" manipulate the roller that helps the user work out common turning problems such as sticking or mis-angled pages. Repeated subtle roller movement in directions opposite to the desired end result often helps create air pockets between pages to eventually free them for proper turning.

2. Clockwise roller rotation to "scoop" or pull a single page forward until it actually flips forward of the roller.

3. Counter-clockwise roller rotation to flatten the underside pages so they are not inadvertently creased or folded during the next step.

4. To the left across the document until the page is completely turned. Generally, the roller is then brought back to the center of the document to clear the page being read.
Normally, the roller is returned to the center margin for reading the pages on either side. If the center margin is narrow and the roller obscures the print, move the roller to the opposite page of the one being read.

To turn pages backward, just reverse the above process: 4-3-2-1!

Is it what you are looking for?

Those people who cannot physically turn pages may find is frustrating to continually ask for assistance. Over the years a number of page turners have been developed. Their designs fall critically short of providing truly independent reading for individuals with more severe physical difficulties. Conventional, automatic page turners cannot sense page size, thickness, texture, single or multiple pages, ink density, etc. The GEWA Page Turner BLV-6 does not attempt to do the impossible by trying to be automatic; it allows the user to direct the page turning "manually," just as one directs a robot.

Having established that the person has the understanding of how to 'drive' this Page Turner, the most important prescription criteria for this device is the determination of a suitable operating control and mounting scheme. GEWA has developed a selection of standard multi-switch arrays (four switches to achieve for turning steps) for access by hand, foot, chin, and two-level sip-and-puff; each with suitable mounting hardware where needed. A visual scanner accessory is available for single-switch users capable of a single volitional action. Virtually any single-action switch may be used.

For reading in bed, GEWA offers the only overbed table that rotates a full 360º for tilting the Page Turner forward as much as 45º over the user for maximum visual comfort. The BLV-6 is the only Page Turner that can be used this way!

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