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Hook Plus is an Apple MFi approved switch interface that provides a wired connection to an iDevice (iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch) via the Lightning connector. Once Hook Plus is connected and Switch Control is configured, the user can control an iDevice with a compatible switch.

To get started, connect compatible (Maximum 4) switches to Hook Plus, turn Switch Control on, and connect Hook Plus to your iDevice.

Hook Plus utilises the Apple auto switch configurator and the first time Hook Plus is used with an iDevice it will automatically configure the iDevice to use single switch auto scanning or dual switch step scanning based on how many switches are connected to Hook Plus . Once initially configured, switches can be manually re-configured to meet the needs of the user. The Apple auto switch configurator is only available on Apple MFi approved switch interfaces.

Product Features:
* Lightning connector provides a reliable wired connection
* Utilises Apple auto switch configurator
* Hook Plus does not have an internal battery and can be used as long as the iDevice has a battery charge
* Connect one to four individual switches via 3.5-mm/1/8-in switch jacks. With iOS 9, you are able to program two unique commands per switch for a total of eight different switch commands
* Use the battery pass through on Hook Plus to charge your iOS device while using Hook Plus

Compatible with:
iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2, iPad mini, iPod touch (5th generation)

Considerations

Hook Plus is not compatible with apps that use keystrokes for switch clicks. Hook Plus uses Apple's proprietary HID Assistive Switch Control protocol for switch clicks and is compatible with Switch Control found in iOS 7 or later.

Place Of Manufacture

AbleNet, Inc., USA

Price Guide

Price information from Communicate AT. GST free, $390 each

Models

Only one model available

Additional Dimensions

* Activation Type: via external Switch (not included)
* Compatability: iOS
* Input Connection Type: 1/8-in/3.5-mm mono plug
* Number of Switch Input(s): 4

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.