The BetterLiving® Simple Music Player is a specially designed MP3 music player catering to individuals diagnosed with dementia. This innovative device boasts effortless operation through a straightforward lid flip. What’s remarkable is that it always resumes playback from where it was last paused, and it operates using just three controls:
1. To start the music, simply lift the lid.
2. Optionally, you can skip to the next song by pressing the prominent button.
3. To halt the music, close the lid.
Initial setup is a breeze and should be completed by the caregiver. This entails uploading a playlist onto the device and adjusting the volume to the desired level. The volume control is thoughtfully designed to prevent accidental adjustments by the user. Should you wish to change the music selection at any time, just repeat this setup process.
Uploading a playlist is a straightforward task; connect the Simple Music Player to a computer (comprehensive instructions are provided to ensure ease of setup). Volume adjustment is equally hassle-free—simply use a pencil or similar object to press and hold one of the buttons underneath the player. Only after maintaining this hold for 5 seconds will the volume begin to increase or decrease, allowing you to set it precisely as needed.
The BetterLiving® Simple Music Player was developed with the backing of research from the Bath Institute of Medical Engineering. Extensive testing has confirmed its play mechanism is exceptionally intuitive and doesn’t require any prior knowledge or memory to operate. Its design is reminiscent of classic radios, making it instantly recognisable as a device for playing music.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Specifications
Key Features
Specially designed for individuals with dementia
Effortless operation with just three controls
Resumes playback from where it was last paused
Simple initial setup by the caregiver
Volume control designed to prevent accidental changes
Playlist can be changed at any time by repeating setup
User-friendly playlist upload process via USB connection
Precise volume adjustment with a pencil or similar object
Developed with research support from the Bath Institute of Medical Engineering
Highly intuitive play mechanism, no prior knowledge needed
Classic radio-style design for instant recognition as a music player
Memory capacity 4GB minimum (about 1500 2000 songs)
Music format MP3, MPEG4, WMA, WAV, AAC files (not M4P files)
Compatible with Microsoft Windows, Apple IOS and Linux
Dimensions
Width: 190 mm
Length: 300 mm
Height: 110 mm
Product Weight: 1.7 kg
Warranty
1 year
KEY BENEFITS:
Specially designed for individuals with dementia
Effortless operation with just three controls
Resumes playback from where it was last paused
Simple initial setup by the caregiver
Volume control designed to prevent accidental changes
Playlist can be changed at any time by repeating setup
User-friendly playlist upload process via USB connection
Precise volume adjustment with a pencil or similar object
Developed with research support from the Bath Institute of Medical Engineering
Highly intuitive play mechanism, no prior knowledge needed
Classic radio-style design for instant recognition as a music player
Memory capacity 4GB minimum (about 1500 2000 songs)
Music format MP3, MPEG4, WMA, WAV, AAC files (not M4P files)
Compatible with Microsoft Windows, Apple IOS and Linux