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We have designed a unique range of products that can deliver your message with the power of sound.
Our products are used for a variety of applications and in many different markets.
We would like to welcome all International visitors. We can accept orders from any country in the world using all major Credit and Debit Cards via PayPal On-line secure payments .
The following links will take you directly to each section of the page which provide a detailed
description of each product.
Link to Talking Labels
Link to Talking Tins
Link to Record-a-Card
Link to Voice Pad
Link to Talking Photo Album
Link to find out how to make a purchase
Link to Company Contact Information
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Talking Labels
Talking Labels are a simple and effective solution to provide audible guidance in identifying and taking medications. Talking Labels attach to standard packaging and allow you to record and store a voice message, which can then be played back at any time with the push of a button.
This new concept offers a solution to eliminate the risk of any possible confusion with medication by helping Patients to understand and follow important instructions.
The re-recordable voice message could include the name of the patient, a description
of the medication, dosage instructions and any important warning notes. A clear
audible message will allow the user to identify and take their medication safely.
Why have Labels that can Talk?
Patients, who must take a variety of prescribed medication at the same time, often have drugs that require different dosage, quantity or frequency. If a Patient cannot read or understand the label on the medication, usage mistakes can occur. The results of such errors can range from adverse reactions that are simply uncomfortable to either serious illness or untimely death.
How does the Label attach?
Research has shown that ninety percent of all 'Prescription' and 'Over the
Counter' medications in Europe are now packed in Foil Blister Packs and distributed
in Cardboard
Boxes. It is a legal requirement for medication to remain in its manufacturers
original packaging. Therefore, our Talking Labels have been designed to attach
to the existing Boxes using a unique Metal Clip.
Who records the message and what should the message include?
The pharmacist should be willing to record the instructions for their patient. The audible message should include the name of the patient, a description of the medication, dosage
instructions and any important warning notes.
How is a message recorded onto the Label ?
The Record Button is located on the rear of the label and through a small hole. The point of a pen can be used to push through the hole. This method provides protection against accidental message erasure. Detailed instructions are included with each talking label.
How is the Label attached to a box ?
A unique metal clip is located on the rear of the Label. The clip slides down
on to the wall of the cardboard box. The clip will achieve a secure grip on
the cardboard, but will avoid any risk of disfiguration to the print on the
box. The end flap on the box can still be opened and closed in the normal way
to gain access to the medication.
Who would use a Talking Label?
Talking Labels offer an effective solution to a wide range of Patients who may have difficulty in identifying and taking their prescribed Medication.
Elderly seniors may require assistance in managing the confusing and complicated task of taking a mixture of pills at different times of the day.
People who are Visually Impaired are open to risk with not being able to see
the Label or Instructions. Apart from a variety of pill organisers, the options
are very limited. Current ID methods use large print or Braille, but none use
audible announcements. FACT: Less than two percent of the UK Blind community
are able to read Braille. Source R.N.I.B.
Non-English speaking members of the community or people who are Illiterate will also find Talking Labels useful in a wide variety of applications.
How is a message recorded onto the Label?
You may ask your pharmacist to record the prescription message for you. Remember that Physicians and Pharmacists want you to take your medications correctly. Instruction Sheets are supplied with each Label.
What is the maximum recording time for a message? Twenty seconds.
Can you re-use the Label?
Yes. When your course of medication is complete, simply remove the label from the packaging and attach it to the new box. New messages can be re-recorded over and over as many times as you wish. New recordings replace the old ones.
How long will the Batteries last?
The life of the batteries will depend on the length of your recorded messages
and the number of times you play the messages. As an example, if the message
was twenty seconds long and you played the message once a day, the batteries
would last for approximately four months.
Will the Label stop working if the battery power runs low?
No. When the battery power begins to run low, the quality of the audio playback
will begin to deteriorate, for example you will start to hear the message crackle
or distort. The distortion will gradually get worst as the power runs lower,
so it is advised that you replace the batteries when this starts to happen.
Are the batteries replaceable?
Yes. The label uses three standard AG10 Button Cell batteries, which are similar
to the type used in a standard wristwatch. Instructions for replacement are
included. NOTE: Your recorded message will remain stored even when the batteries
are being replaced.
Are the Batteries expensive?
The price really depends on where you buy them. AG10 Batteries are available from many Retail Stores and some do charge a high price. When you need new Batteries, contact the Store where you originally bought your Labels, they should be able to supply at a discounted price.
Can Talking Labels be used in other ways as well?
Yes. The Metal Clip will allow you to attached the Label to a variety of objects and you can also buy an Adapter to fix the Label to flat surfaces.
Can Talking Labels be used on items that are stored in a Fridge?
No. Although tests have proved that the Labels will still operate after being
stored in a Fridge, in theory the condensation caused by cold conditions could
cause damage to the electronic circuit and ultimately stop the label from working.
The list of features and benefits include:-
Easy to use - one button to press
Low profile ergonomic design
Large tactile play button
Provides clear audible instructions
Re-recordable and reusable
No barriers for language or regional accents
Metal clip will grip securely to original packaging
Fits all standard pill box packaging
Message protection to avoid accidental erasure
Red light to help indicate recording
Replaceable AG10 button cell batteries
Allows for horizontal or vertical storage
Attach to a key ring or neck strap
Adapters are available for fixing the label onto various flat surfaces. They are available with either a self-adhesive backing or a magnetic backing depending on your requirement. Please contact us for more details.
Price. Talking Labels cost five pounds and seventy five pence each including VAT.
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Talking Tins
Talking Tins is a new product that helps the visually impaired to identify the contents of their tinned food and other household items.
As you probably know, identifying different objects of a similar shape is difficult for the visually impaired who want to stay independent. This frustrating problem is now solved by using Talking Tins which uses a re-recordable voice message to tell you what the item is.
The product comes in the form of a magnetic cap that sits on top of any sized steel tin. The cap allows you to record a short voice message, which can then be played back at any time with the touch of a button. It is very easy to use and the voice messages can be re-recorded over and over making the product reusable time and time again.
The cap is not just limited to canned food. By using our special elastic strap, the cap can be attached to bottles and household sprays. By using our metal self-adhesive adapter, the cap can be attached to other non-metallic items such as boxes and plastic storage containers. Full instructions for using these accessories are included with each order.
The list of features and benefits include:-
The caps are very easy to use
They are re-recordable and reusable
The cap produces high quality voice reproduction
There are no barriers for language or regional accents
The caps has built-in magnets to secure the cap to any steel tin
The cap fits on all standard tin diameters and all tin tops, including ring pull types
The cap allows tins to be stacked one on top of each other
There are two record buttons to provide message protection
The cap is bright yellow in colour and has a large black tactile play button
The caps uses small button cell batteries, which are replaceable
The batteries will last for at least twelve months
Accessories are available to help you attach the caps to other household items
Talking Tins cost four pounds and sixty pence each including VAT. Packs
of three cost twelve pounds and sixty five pence per pack including VAT.
Each pack will
contain
three
caps,
but we
currently
have
a special
offer
where
we are including one elastic strap and one metal adapter free of charge. This
will help you to get used to using the accessories.
Full instructions for recording a message and using these accessories are included
with each order. You may wish to seek assistance with the initial recording method
until you get used to where the buttons are located and how to use the product.
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Record-a-Card
Record-a-Card is a Greetings Card that allows you to record your own personal voice message.
You can record your own ten second message, which is stored inside the card
on a microchip. Your message is re-recordable, so that you can record again
and
again until you are happy with the message. Your message is automatically played
back each time the card is opened. This automatic playback function is a very
exciting feature, making the card perfect for a visually impaired person to
both send and receive.
The cards are very easy to use and include instructions in large print. A self-adhesive
clear pocket
is included to give you the option to add a photograph or artwork to the
front
cover or inside page 2.
Record-a-Card allows you to add a new dimension to your Greetings. Adding
speech to cards is set to bring back the joy of greeting card traditions
to many visually impaired people.
Record-a-Cards are priced at four pounds and eighty nine pence each
including VAT. They are also available in packs of three for thirteen pounds
and eighty pence per pack.
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Voice Pad
The Voice Pad is simply the most exciting thing to happen to a Greeting Card
in years. It is a revolutionary device that allows you to record your own
voice message. The Voice Pad is sold separately from the Greeting Card allowing
you
to stick it into any Card or Gift of your choice.
This Voice Pad features high quality re-recordable sound providing the ultimate
in personal greetings to the recipient of the card. It is ultra thin small
and light enabling it to be sent safely inside a card for the cost of a single
first Class stamp. The Voice Pad measures approximately fifty five millimetres
wide by eighty millimetres high by five millimetres in thickness.
The Voice Pad is a totally universal product that fits any occasion throughout
the greetings calendar. The Voice Pad can also be used as a recordable gift
tag or in any event where greeting cards and gifts are usually used.
Everyone has their own taste in artwork, so this new concept allows you to
make your own choice of card. The Voice Pad will fit into any card bought
from any shop it's your choice.
The Voice Pad can enhance any greeting, anywhere in the world and in any
language. It's ten seconds re-recordable message can carry speech, music
or any sound
effect. The Voice Pad adds a new dimension to your greeting and provides
the ultimate
in personal greetings to the recipient of the card.
Say Thank You, sing a song, tell a joke, say I love you or wish someone a
Merry Christmas. Cheer someone up with a Get Well Soon message, send a special
hello
to family in other countries or to say Congratulations for a great achievement
or even send out personalised invitations. The Voice Pad is perfect for any
occasion.
The Voice Pad includes a self adhesive sticker. Why not use it as a recordable
gift tag by attaching it to a present a box of chocolates or even a Bunch
of Flowers. You decide. Put a smile on someone's face by sending them a message
to remember. It's the next best thing to being there.
Voice Pads are priced at four pounds and sixty pence each including
VAT. They are also available in packs of three for thirteen pounds and twenty
three pence per pack.
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Talking Photo Albums
Bring your memories back to life by adding a new dimension to your photographs.
Our new Talking Photo Album will hold twenty four six inch by four inch photographs.
The Album will allow you to record a personal ten second message for each
of the
twenty four photos.
The photos are displayed in flip style and the voice messages are re-recordable.
Each individual voice message can be played back at any time, simply with
a push of a button. The digital Flash Memory will preserve your recordings
forever
even when you change the batteries.
Record each message and keep them forever, or if you decide to change the
photos, you can update each message by simply re-recording over the top of
the previous one. The Talking Photo Albums has a Burgundy Red cover. The
Album is powered by two replaceable AAA batteries, which are supplied.
Talking Photo Albums are priced at twenty three pounds
each including VAT.
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How to make a purchase
There are three ways order and make payments.
One. Use your credit card or debit card by visiting our on-line shop. Click
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Two. Call us to request a Mail Order Form and pay by cheque.
Three. Call to order and quote your Credit Card details over the phone.
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Talking Products Ltd
210 Mauretania Road
Nursling Industrial Estate
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 0YS
ENGLAND
Telephone 02380 730731
Email info@TalkingProducts.com
If you are calling from outside the UK the tellephone number will be 0044
2380 730731 and the fax number will be 0044 2380 750227
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