Wheelchair - IO Game Adapter
Use your wheelchair's joystick to control games (or other switch control applications)
Wheelchair - IO Game Adapter
The IO Game adapter can be connected to electric wheelchairs that are controlled by the R-net system. These are usually chairs from Sunrise or Permobil. Because the official IO Module from R-net is used, the wheelchair is easy to program (by the wheelchair supplier) so that the IO module is recognized. In fact, older chairs already recognize the IO Module immediately.
Unfortunately, the official IO Module from R-net is very expensive, so the complete IO Adapter costs between €450 and €500 (depending on the model). If you already own an IO adapter, a price for a separate module can be discussed. For questions or orders, please contact mark@mennens.tech
The first prototype
The first working prototype in combination with the R-Net IO Module. The adapter is connected to the Xbox Adaptive Controller by means of seven 3.5mm jack cables. These can be connected to the desired buttons.
The buttons accessible from the wheelchair:
- ForwardBackwardLeftRightIncrease speedDecrease speedHorn
Version 1.0 Working module
A fully functional module that can be connected to the Xbox Adaptive controller via USB. It can also be connected as a separate joystick to a laptop, PC or smartboard. Or can the 3.5mm jacks still be used as switch control.
The buttons accessible from the wheelchair:
- ForwardBackwardLeftRightIncrease speedDecrease speedHorn
Further development
Further developments are
- Optimizing the current version Making a low profile version (connecting without a jack, just a USB-C connection) Making a manual for using the IO Game Adapter
Rucphen, North Brabant
mark@mennens.tech