Powered Mobility Controls Comparison Chart
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| Features | ClickToGo | Genie Joystick | wiseDX |
| Developer | Brian Dillon Unique Perspectives Limited Kilkenny IRELAND www.click2go.ie | Brian Dillon Unique Perspectives Limited Kilkenny IRELAND www.click2go.ie | Colin Clayton Clinical Engineer Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and Institute of Child Health London www.wiseDX.com |
| Price in Australia | $2950 plus mounting and cable accessories costs | $3750 including mouse emulator and software | $7499 plus optional GEWA Access USB Interface for computer mouse movement control |
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| Control Device | 1 to 5 switches directly connected to the ClickToGo | Genie Joystick or any DX remote joystick module. If the user is unable to operate the buttons on the Genie Joystick external switches can be connected. |
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| Control System | ClickToGo is a DX master remote and will only function within a DX control system. (A P+G version is under consideration. | The Genie Joystick is a DX master remote and will only function within a DX control system. (A P+G version is under consideration. | The wiseDX is a Dynamic DX compatible only. It is a DX-Key based module similar to a Master Remote. However it is also NOT a Secondary Remote. |
| Infrared Control | The ClickToGo does not contain an infrared transmitter but is provided with an interface to an external infrared transmitter such as a GEWA PROG III or Sicare Pilot etc. When the user selects Infrared Control on the ClickToGo it is as if the switch(es) are directly connected to the device. In this way the user is not dependent on being in their chair to control their environment, they only have to learn one system, it is more cost effective and easier to maintain. | The Genie Joystick contains an IrDA transmitter for communicating with the Genie PS/2 mouse emulator. This transmitter CAN NOT be used to control your environment. However the Genie can be interfaced to an external infrared transmitter such as a GEWA PROG III or Sicare Pilot etc. When the user selects External Device on the Genie Joystick they can make selections on the transmitter using the joystick and Button 1. | The wiseDX contains a built-in infrared transmitter in the form of a GEWA PROG III. It is completely integrated as part of the wsieDX functionality. It is a learnable system and will control a variety of remote environmental control systems including household TV and music centre remotes.
At full capacity the wiseDX could control 240 items/codes.
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| Mounting | The ClickToGo replaces the master remote joystick. Two mounts are available:
a gooseneck mount which clamps to the frame and bent into position and a rigid mount which slides into the square tubing under the arm rest.  | The Genie Joystick replaces the existing joystick on the wheelchair. A mounting bracket is supplied to fit different makes of wheelchairs.  | The wiseDX consists of two units:
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| Display Visibility | Ultra bright LEDs that can even be seen in direct sunlight when viewed ‘head on’. Good sunlight visibility but may require a ‘hood’ for shading in direct strong sunlight. | Bright 7 segment display | The display has window dimensions 45mm x 15mm. No variation in display. Good sunlight visibility but may require a ‘hood’ for shading in direct strong sunlight. |
| Menu Options | There is no alpha numeric or graphic display on the ClickToGo. All the functions are selecting by scanning 10 LEDs.  | There is no alpha numeric or graphic display on the Genie Joystick. Operation modes are selected by first pressing Button 1 and then deflecting the joystick until a symbol representing the desired mode is displayed in the 7 segment display. The symbol for seat function mode is given below by way of example. | There are eight bright red ‘Bar LEDs’ and eight green ‘Bar LEDs’. In addition there is an eight character LED alpha numeric display. |
| Items that can be Controlled | Chair:
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| Computer Access | To enable wireless computer access with switches, the ClickToGo can be connected to a wireless switch transmitter. The receiver is connected to the switch inputs of a computer. With a suitable onscreen keyboard/mouse emulator the user selects external control on the ClickToGo and then uses the onscreen scanning software to make text/mouse selections. In this way it is as if the switch is directly connected to the computer. The ClickToGo does not have a scanning mouse ability because the user would have to look at both the ClickToGo and the computer screen. | The Genie Joystick has a wireless computer mouse built-in. This is comprised of an IrDA transmitter behind the front panel of the joystick and a mouse emulator that plugs into the PS/2 port of your computer. When the wheelchair is positioned close to the emulator an invisible link is made between the Genie Joystick and your computer. When computer access mode is selected the Genie Joystick is used to move the mouse on the screen. Mouse movements are fully proportional and give smooth accurate control of the Windows mouse pointer. Pressing button 1 activates the left click, whilst pressing button 2 activates the right click.  | The wiseDX can be used to move the mouse pointer on the screen and operate left and right mouse clicks. This can be done using the users joystick (Master or Secondary Remotes) or switches connected to the wiseDX. Three levels of sensitivity are supported (in addition to that offered within Windows) from fully proportional mouse movement to single speed movement. Scanning mouse ability is not supported, the user should use an onscreen mouse emulator for this.
The wiseDX supports remote keyboard emulation: any key(s) on the computer keyboard can be emulated by a user’s switch(es) or joystick position. This is used mainly to operate special needs software or computer games that can work using keyboard keys. The user can access up to ten different combinations of these (i.e.: play ten different games). A wireless switch transmitter can be connected directly to the wiseDX to work with a corresponding receiver connected to the computer. |
| Audio Feedback | Optional beep when scanning. The beep for the start of the scan can be distinguished from the other beeps thus enabling a user to control the scan without looking at the device. | A beep is used to confirm when the user has pressed a button or selected an operating mode. | Associated with each direction on the scanner is a ‘bleep’ noise – a different one for each direction. It operates at a fixed, low volume and is designed for users who prefer to ‘listen to the directions’ being offered rather then looking at the scanner. Different bleep sounds can also be associated with each ‘other’ device the user wishes to operate. The user has the option of enabling or disabling the audio feedback option. |
| User Cognitive Level Require-ments | The ClickToGo does not require any level of literacy because there is no text display. The ClickToGo has many options to reduce the cognitive load on the user. For example a simple slow 4 direction scan can be created and the battery gauge and drive profile LEDs can be turned off. | The Genie Joystick does not require any level of literacy because there is no text display. The Genie Joystick has many options to reduce the cognitive load on the user. For example the number of operating modes and the sequence in which they are presented to the user can be programmed. | The wiseDX offers extreme flexibility in setting up. For example it can be set up to scan just forward and reverse or perhaps forward/left/right. It can also be set up to sequence a more complex configuration and operate a large number of other devices/infrared channels. It can be easily changed allowing the system to grow at the users pace. |
| Number of Infrared Devices | The maximum number of infrared signals depends upon the make of infrared transmitter being used. With a GEWA PROG III it is 161. | The maximum number of infrared signals depends upon the make of infrared transmitter being used. With a GEWA PROG III it is 161. | The wiseDX enables the user to access up to 240 infrared items – providing the user with control over televisions, CD players, door openers and much more – using the same switches or joystick that are being used to drive the powered chair. |
| Number of Devices that can be Connected | Up to four communication or environmental control devices can be connected to the ClickToGo. This means that the switches used to control the chair can also be used to control up to four external devices. | The Genie Joystick can be interfaced to any device that can already be controlled by one or more switches. The joystick movements simply reduce the action of pressing switches. For example a device which requires one switch for ‘select’ and another for ‘scan’ could be interfaced so that a left deflection of the joystick is ‘select’ and a right deflection of the joystick is ‘scan’. The Genie Joystick outputs five switch ‘signals’ for forward/back/left/right and button 1. In theory therefore you can interface to up to five devices but in practice it is most effective when interfaced to just one or two. | Up to six connected devices including communication devices can be connected in a variety of combinations. This means that the switches used to control the chair can also be used to control up to six external devices. A user’s switch can control several devices and is not restricted to just one device per switch. |
| Technology that can be Integrated | The ClickToGo can be used to integrate communication, environmental control, computer access and driving. The user’s switch is connected to the ClickToGo and cables are connected from the ClickToGo to the other devices. When the user selects environmental control the ClickToGo simply ‘routes’ the switch signal to the environmental control. This method ensures that the user is not dependent on any one device and can operate them independently when required. | The Genie Joystick integrates wheelchair driving and computer access in the one device. Furthermore it can be integrated with a communication device and/or environmental control device. This means that the user can control all their devices from the one access point. Interface cables are available for most popular environmental control and communication devices.  | The wiseDX integrates chair driving with built-in remote access to computers and environmental control. It also integrates communication devices and other connected devices. The user can use anything from a single switch to six switches or a regular proportional wheelchair joystick. |
| Modification Abilities | The ClickToGo options can be changed without the need of any additional equipment. A program button on the side is pressed with the tip of a pen and all the options can be changed by using the switch connected to the ClickToGo, the ClickToGo display and the manual. This means that it is very easy for a technician or therapist in the field to change the scanning speed or the switch method etc. | The Genie Joystick options can be changed without the need of any additional equipment. A program button underneath the unit is pressed with the tip of a pen and all the options can be changed by using button 1 on the unit, the 7 segment display, and the manual. This means that it is very easy for a technician or therapist to change options in the field. | The wiseDX is set up on a computer with a user-friendly software package called ‘wiseUP’. The software guides the rehab professional and provides an onscreen simulation of how the hardware (wiseDX itself) will behave. The ‘file’ is then transferred to the wiseDX. Files can easily be changed, updated and emailed as the need arises. Some features like scan speed can be changed on the wiseDX unit without the need for a computer.
As with any integrated system, training is essential. |
| Actuators | All five actuators can be controlled by the ClickToGo. | All five actuators and lights can be controlled by the Genie Joystick | Actuators have to be controlled through the Master Remote. They cannot be controlled via switches connected to the wiseDX. |
| Dimensions | 140mm x 95mm x 45mm | 115mm x 1055mm x 35mm (Joystick 60mm high) | Main Unit: 115mm x115mm x 35mm Display Unit: 85mm x 145mm x 35mm |
| Technical Support | The ClickToGo is marketed in Australia by Spectronics
It is manufactured in the Ireland by the following company: First in technical support will be provided by Spectronics, email us or Freecall 1800 999 718 or other approved ClickToGo centres in Australia or NZ. Additional support will be available through | The Genie Joystick is marketed in Australia by Spectronics
It is manufactured in the Ireland by the following company: First in technical support will be provided by Spectronics, email us or Freecall 1800 999 718. Additional support will be available through | The wiseDX is marketed in Australia by Spectronics
It is manufactured in the UK by the following company: First in technical support will be provided by Spectronics, email us or Freecall 1800 999 718 or other approved wiseDX centres in Australia or NZ. Additional support will be available through |