I have been to Invacare’s website and looked at the
5310 and 5410 and it appears from the limited quality schematics that they incorporate a Linak control with system, comprised of a CB9 controller and an HB4x handset. If
so, and that should be easy to confirm with them, this is a simple system to interface to, as there is a standard wiring system, including colour codes for wiring to the 8-pin DIN plug. We would always use IR-based environmental control rather than direct
connection and there are much cheaper options than the Ablenet system, such as the Gewa/Abilia Andromeda IR receiver, which has built in safety features such as programmable Min/max times and available in the US. Possum also do a very good more affordable
solution, the HC706b (2 ch) or HC1823 (14 ch), which not only allows setting of maximum run time but also sets a minimum time before accepted further activation codes, but not sure if these are available in the US.
I really like the Pillow Switch too, and find that it suffices for 9 out of 10 cases. For those cases where the pillow is too squishy to stabilise the position
and/or where the client can’t lift get head over the top of the switch consistently I have found that the Ping Pong Switch on an adjustable arm is a really good solution. I had a client with MS who, due to leg spasms at nights and related unpredictable position
shifts in bed, just could not reliably access a physical switch. We ended up using a sound activated switch, and although I was initially sceptical, this worked extremely well. We were able to set it up so that it worked effectively, even for watching/controlling
TV.
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Jeremy
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I am a huge fan of the Pillow switch from Ablenet - You can pin to pillow or clothes to keep in contact with the client.
I have only done one ASL bed controller, so I don't remember if it is continued operation or latched. You could add a switch latch so that one switch press only
operates the button for a set amount of time. This would require the user to have to press the button more often, but could address safety concerns.
The only other option I am aware of is the bed controller from Ablenet - it is latched and you can set how long it moves the bed with each press.
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Date: Wed, March 29, 2017 12:35 pm
To: "xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com" <xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com>Not that I know of. This makes me uncomfortable as well. I’m thinking of trialing this with a switch controlled by head movement, but I think it will be extremely difficult to keep the switch in the right location because people move throughout the night. I’m trying to think of a way to attach the switch to the person, rather than mount it on the bed. That way, if the person moves, the switch would move with the person. My client only really has reliable head movement. I’d love suggestions!
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From: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com [mailto:xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Cham, Eva [VA]
Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2017 1:27 PM
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This sounds promising!
Kirsten or others – do you know if the product has safety features?
Specifically minimizing the risk of entrapment or the client getting stuck in a bad position while repositioning if switch access fails/ or moves away from the client’s access?
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From: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com [mailto:xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Kristen Russell
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When I talked with them last, the specifically said they would work with the Invacare Semi-Electric and Full-Electric beds. I think they are 5310 and 5410. The set-up is very easy. You unplug the pendant from under the bed and plug in the ASL controller, which they have modified. There is a big button controller, a sip and puff one and a switch accessible one. Not sure of cost.
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From: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com [mailto:xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Ward, Amber
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ASL is great to work with as far as custom solutions if the “off the shelf” don’t work. I think the whole list would like to know which beds their controls work with, cost and how they hook in if anyone talks to them.
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Check out this website. I am waiting on a loaner from them for an Invacare semi-electric bed that my client uses. Not sure if these would work with your type of bed, but worth a call.
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From: xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com [mailto:xxxxxx@alsa.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Deperno Marc
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Subject: bed controls
Hello everyone,
I am working with a client who currently utilizes a Joerns UltraCare XT bed system and she is no longer able to independently manipulate the remote control as the buttons are small and require more pressure that she can provide. The company does not offer any other remote options. Does anyone have insight as to other bed remotes that may be compatible with this bed system?
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