Holdfast Computing, Park View, Queenhill, Upton-on-Severn, Worcs, WR8 0RE, United Kingdom.
Tel: +44 (0) 1684 594728         Email: holdfast@steelpillow.com

Control and computer input devices
for Early Learning and Special Needs

Our concept designs are based around the standard switch-input 9-pin 'D' connector, used for example by tash's multi-switches, and once popular for 'Atari' compatible joysticks.

Standard PCs require an adapter or controller (on older PCs do NOT use the serial port!). We suggest you check out the SRS100 or tash's USB Mouse Mover. You might also like to visit Possum.

RISCOS/Acorn (A9home, Iyonix, Risc PC, etc) adapters and Joypad packs are available from STD.

Joypad

Our robust Joypad is designed for Early Learners and Special Needs, and also finds use wherever a friendly, robust controller is needed:
  • Well-spaced, 'feely' keys for small hands, wobbly fingers or gloves.
  • Bright attractive colours.
  • Robust design, 150 x 100 mm (6" x 4").
  • Handheld, tabletop or floor use.
  • No delicate parts exposed, no need for a special surface - even works on the carpet.

Small children can find mice, trackballs, keyboards and even gaming joypads too difficult to use. The Holdfast Joypad gets them interacting sooner, easing frustration and encouraging exploration.

The Joypad is also valuable in any situation where a simple, robust directional controller is needed.

For modern PCs you will need an adapter/controller, as mentioned above.

Please note that parts for new Joypads are no longer available. We have a few units that we can provide for demonstration and trial purposes.

JackBox

Connects up to five special input switches fitted with the old 1/4" (6.35mm) jack plugs, to a tash multi-switch or Atari joystick input.

Now you can use your old switches with both your old and new equipment.

Holdfast Computing, Park View, Queenhill, Upton-on-Severn, Worcs, WR8 0RE, United Kingdom.
Tel: +44 (0) 1684 594728         Email: holdfast@steelpillow.com

Updated 3 Feb 2008