- NEWS -
New OMPC1 upgrade can now trigger images and videos as well as music and sounds.
New USB control box for 'plug & play'on PC or laptop.
New option: WI-FI user Button Box.
New beam content for interactive sessions and stories.
New monitoring progress templates for ongoing assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are music and sounds included?
All OptiMusic systems are supplied with the latest Sessions Volume containing a broad compilation of sounds and activities. There are over 50 settings that are ready programmed on the OptiMusic system which comes with a comprehensive manual providing useful session ideas, listing potential skills to be developed and measurable learning goals to be achieved.
Who developed the available sessions?
The 'Skills' and 'Session Ideas' put forward for each setting are the culmination of the experience and research by Special Needs Practitioners including valuable contributions made by those staff and carers already working with OptiMusic.
Can I add my own music, sounds voices and images?
In addition to the pre-programmed settings there is huge scope for creating your own as well as recording voices onto the OptiMusic system. Programming and Recording with OptiMusic is a straightforward user-friendly process that adds even greater possibilities for those in your care.
What sounds do I get?
The sound groups include:
- Instrumental e.g. the notes of a harp, church bells, percussion, drumkit
- Educational Sound Sequences e.g. getting up in the morning from the sound of the alarm clock to teeth brushing and having breakfast
- Sound Activities e.g. guessing and acting out well known sound effects
- Finding hidden tunes
- Alphabetic lists of everyday sounds
- Sound Explorer - discovering places through sound e.g. the farm, jungle, space, transport, water and more.
- Playing a Tune e.g. Happy Birthday, Christmas Songs
- Opti-Band settings with backing tracks and lead instruments in different musical styles e.g. orchestral, ethnic, funky and rock band.
- An extensive Juke box of songs including Nursery tunes, Party Songs, Chart tracks and Classical Pieces
- Relaxation settings e.g. by the seashore, through a rainforest.
Into what kind of establishments do you fit the system?
We cater for a wide variety of customers: Special Need Schools, Museums, Theme Parks, Kiddies Zones to Holiday Camps.
Do you supply all the equipment I would need?
Yes - we can supply you with various screens and complete audio solutions to suit your needs.
How is the system installed into my site?
The system can be completely fitted for you, by our team of OptiMusic installers or by your own installers. This can take a couple of hours or one or two days, depending on the complexity of the each job.
What if I have a technical problem with the system?
You are welcomed to take out an annual Support Agreement when you first purchase the system, to give you total peace of mind. Normally an annual service will make sure all is working well. Our Support Team are here to help you with any technical problems you may encounter, and can repair machines in the office, or send engineers to site where necessary.
What are the minimal and maximal heights for installation?
Minimum height: 2.4m; Maximum 4.0m.
Is it possible to configure in a long line (ie a corridor)?
Yes! Some games even work better in this configuration.
I only have a small space available. Is this ok?
An 8-beam system requires a minimum of 1.60m x 2.5m. Small systems require even less space.
Do the speakers and monitor have to be on the wall or could they be integrated?
They can easily be integrated into a ceiling/wall etc.
Can the beams be integrated in the ceiling or will they overheat?
No problem in integrating the beams into a ceiling!
Does the computer/keyboard/mouse come enclosed?
The PC and other hardware are normally housed in a closed, ventilated cabinet.
Is the system design flexible?
Various designs can be implemented to any site specification.