Optimist MMX—2 Dynamic Display Device

Dialect MMX-2 Speech Generating Device (dedicated)

The Optimist-MMX has been upgraded to improve this latest augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) aid from ZYGO. As in the past, ZYGO has enhanced a versatile PC to provide the loud, clear output and switch access input required for an AAC device. The physical attributes are obvious from the pictures—it's usable like a laptop from the keyboard and/or as a touch-screen tablet. It's durable, is drop and spill resistant, has a built-in carry handle, and will withstand the demands of everyday use.

ZYGO Optimist-MMX v2

The Optimist-MMX is available preloaded with a choice of AAC packages and a variety of speech synthesizers. Or, the unit is available without software so you can add your favorites.

Dialects, dedicated Speech Generating Device (SGD) versions, are available for Medical Assistance requirements. They are identical in every way to the Optimist-MMX except non-communication functions are locked out. You choose the AAC program, but it will only run the AAC software you choose. The Optimist is an integrated communication system, while the Dialect meets the restrictive Medicare criteria as a dedicated speech generating device. The Medicare HCPCS code is E2510.

The Optimist-MMX and Dialect-MMX come loaded with AAC software of your choosing. Recommend the software program that best meets the needs of your client. Choose from Speaking Dynamically Pro (Boardmaker Software Family) from Mayer-Johnson, The Grid 2 from Sensory Software, Tobii Communicator from Tobii ATI, or any of the other Windows based AAC programs.

You can also turn the Optimist into an environmental control system by adding a GEWA Progress Micro USB infrared transmitter which can be run directly from The Grid 2 or Tobii Communicator software.

And the entire device is less than four pounds!

product details

Specifications Full-screen dynamic display
MS-Windows® 7 Home
Intel Atom Processor N450 1.66 GHz
1 GB 800 MHz DDR2 Standard
160 GB hard drive
Display 10.1" diagonal color active matrix TFT LCD LED backlight touch screen
Hi-Res 1366 x 768 SVGA resolution
Resistive touch screen
Audio 2-Speaker stereo backpack
Interfaces External microphone jack, 3.5 mm
Two Headphone jacks, 3.5 mm
Built-in Microphone
2 USB ports
2 scan-switch ports, 3.5mm
3-in-1 SMR card reader
RJ-45 Ethernet port
VGA out
Power Lithium-ion battery pack
100-240V, 50/60 Hz AC adapter/charger
Battery life 6 hours (average)
Recharges in 3 hours
Dimensions Size: 10.5 x 7.6 x 1.2 in. (26.7 x 19.3 x 3.1cm)
Weight: 3.7 pounds (1.7 kg)
Other Water resistant keyboard
Water resistant Touch Pad
Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth
1.3 megapixel swivel camera
Touch screen handwriting recognition and on-screen keyboard
Built-in accellerometer
On/Off button on bezel
Four bezel buttons for Tablet use: camera, Home, page up, page down
"Bump Sheet" (optional with -0 models)
Soft carry pouch (optional with -0 models)
AAC software Comes with your choice of AAC package(s) installed.
See product pricing list for package ideas.
Options Internal 3G Wireless Internet card
Wheelchair mounting systems
Environmental control transmitters
External FAX/Modem
Carry case
Various AAC programs
Various speech synthesizers

Optimist MMX-2

additional images




Optimist MMX-2 as notebook

swivel flip screen

Optimist MMX-2 as tablet


Speaking Dynamically Pro
by Mayer-Johnson

The Grid 2 by
Sensory Software

Communicator
by Tobii ATI


items notes price
Optimist-MMX-2-0
039-0620-00		 Dynamic display device without AAC software
add your favorite software on your own		 $2,700.00
Optimist-MMX-2-B
039-0620-10		 with Speaking Dynamically Pro (SDP), Boardmaker,
and SAPI Speech Synthesizer
includes soft carry pouch and bump sheet 		$4,250.00
Optimist-MMX-2-C
039-0620-20		 with The Grid2, Acapela Speech Synthesizer,
and Widget Literacy Symbols
includes soft carry pouch and bump sheet		 $4,250.00
Optimist-MMX-2-V
039-0620-30		 with Tobii Communicator, Acapela Speech Synthesizer,
and SymbolStix Symbols
includes soft carry pouch and bump sheet		 $4,250.00
Optimist-MMX-2-D
039-0620-40		 with SDP, Boardmaker, and SAPI Speech Synthesizer,
The Grid2, Acapela Speech, and Widget Literacy Symbols, and
Tobii Communicator, Acapela, and SymbolStix Symbols
includes soft carry pouch and bump sheet		 $5,300.00
Dialect-MMX-2
 		 Dedicated Speech Generating Device (SGD) versions
...Add to the price of the Optimist... 		$1,000.00

          Add these Options
Unlocking Key
039-0623-00		 Unlocking code - converts your Dialect MMX-2
back to an integrated (open, unlocked) Optimist MMX-2 		$150.00
Carry pouch for MMX-2
016-0032-00		 Soft-sided carry pouch for Optimist-MMX-2
includes carry strap and an accessory bag 		$80.00
"Bump Sheet" for MMX-2
333-0084-00		 Placed on display screen
allows display to accept finger presses 		$25.00
Carry pouch for MMX
016-0029-00		 Soft-sided carry pouch for Optimist-MMX
includes carry strap and an accessory bag 		$70.00
"Bump Sheet" for MMX
333-0080-10		 Placed on display screen
allows display to accept finger presses 		$20.00
Quick Release Mounting Plate for MMX-2
386-0039-11		 for Daessy quick release clamp $150.00
Acapela Voice
Extra language		 High quality natural sounding speech synthesizer
for use with Sensory Software communication programs		 $180.00
DECtalk Synthesizer
 American English text-to-speech synthesis
for use with Sensory Software communication programs		 $425.00
RealSpeak
 High quality natural sounding speech synthesizer
for use with Sensory Software communication programs		 $230.00
GEWA Progress Star USB
425315		 IR transmitter to use on a PC or AAC PC
(with switch jacks)		 $1,385.00
GEWA Progress Micro USB
425346		 IR transmitter to use on a PC or AAC PC
(no switch jacks)		 $1,355.00

Prices on this website are in US Dollars and are pertaining to US sales only.
Specifications and prices are subject to change without notice.