3. Is it possible to alter the joystick orientation on Pilot+ chin controls?

Yes! This is a frequent request from chin module users who often find it easier to pull back on the joystick to drive the powerchair in a forward direction. With a series of joystick movements & button pushes, a mobility dealer can quickly reconfigure the system to suit the end-user, without the need to remove the joystick from the control module or alter any programmable settings. Here's how.

• Ensure the unit is switched off.
• Hold down the yellow 'mode' switch & displace the joystick away from centre, then switch the unit on. The battery indicator will ripple up & down and you should continue to hold the 'mode' switch & displace the joystick for a further 5 secs.
• Once the battery indicator is flashing 7 bars, release the joystick & press the yellow 'mode' button. The battery indicator will rapidly ripple up & down and 1 light will flash on the maximum speed indicator.
• Now fully deflect the joystick to the desired forward position & operate the 'mode' button. The battery indicator will continue to ripple but the maximum speed indictor will show 2 lights.
• Now fully deflect the joystick to the desired left position & operate the 'mode' switch. The battery indicator should now flash 9 bars and the maximum speed indicator should show 1 light. To drive, the unit should be switched off & on again.

If the sequence has been unsuccessful, instead of 9 bars flashing on the battery indicator, just 2 bars will flash. In this instance, switch off the unit & repeat the sequence.

It is also possible to change the orientation of the joystick on Pilot+ 'dual' modules. For a faxed sheet or e-mailed PDF on both these options, please contact PGDT.