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2020 REFERENCE GUIDE

Traditional power wheelchairs (PWC) use an armrest mounted joystick controller. Such devices force a change in body posture and weight distribution with deleterious effects over time. When operating a PWC with an armrest mounted drive control, the user must lean on the armrest where the joystick is mounted in order to improve drive control. However, driving from midline can facilitate improved PWC control and body posture allowing seating products to do what they are intended to do.

The Active Controls Center Drive System was developed to allow midline mounting for power chair joysticks and alternative drive controls. There are several benefits to the operation of a PWC at midline, including better postural alignment and weight distribution. Both benefits are vital in the

preservation of skin health and pressure distribution, allowing seating products to maximize their function.

Using a center position control, the operator is in a more intuitive and functional position that aligns the visual field with the center of the chair’s travel path. Operating a power chair with its controls at midline will often increase the efficacy of the user.

Countless number of joystick hand controls are damaged due to miscalculations of the location of obstructions and hallway walls caused by its side mounted position. The midline position prevents damage from occurring to what in many PWCs is the most expensive and fragile component.

In this study we compare the 3D kinematics and Dynamic EMG of the same subject using a traditional armrest controller and a center mounted one. Body posture, arm biomechanics and muscle activation patterns were recorded under both conditions and demonstrate better biomechanics for the central mounted controller compared with the side mounted one.

Subjects sit more erect and use less force to drive central mounted controls. They report more comfort while driving them and an improved sense of control over the wheelchair.

Dr. Esquenazi is Director of the Gait & Motion Analysis Laboratory andChief Medical Officer of the Moss Rehab Hospital. A past president of theAcademy of Physical Medicine and Rehab, Dr. Esquenazi is widelyregarded as a leader in the field of rehabilative medicine.

Landmark Study of Power Wheelchair Drive Control Locations Reveals Important Clinical Findings

- Alberto Esquenazi, MD Chair of Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Moss Rehab Hospital

Improved Posture with both Wrists/Hands Supported &

Head/Eyes in line w/Central Control

Body Posture and Weight Distribution Shifts to

Side to Improve Drive Control

Dark Red Oval Shows the Weight Distribution Shift which

occurs from Armrest Driving

Minimal Shift in Weight Distribution Occurs with Midline Driving

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The Center Drive System (CDS) Saves Wheelchair Clinics and Providers Time and Money

“I am a huge proponent of the Active Controls Center Drive System for use in wheelchair clinics. It is SUCH a time saver. In clinics, the time to conduct a wheelchair assessment is becoming more and more of an issue because it is usually limited to 60-90 minutes by third party payers.

“Follow up visits to clinic are especially hard to justify. Because the modular Active Controls System eliminates the time between assessments of different controls by 20-30 minutes, it dramatically limits the number of follow up visits needed.

“With the cost of clinic time of $400-$500 per hour, the return on investment of a sample evaluation kit is a capital expenditure that pays dividends in the first year while benefiting the patient and clinician.”

- Erin Michael, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS, Seating and Mobility Specialist International Center for Spinal Cord Injury, Kennedy Krieger Institute

Active Controls Rehab Solutions are a Breakthrough for Wheelchair Clinics

A sample evaluation kit consists of 4-5 complete modular drive controls mounted on 4-5 different platforms, and a socket installation kit. The universal drive control modular socket kit installs in minutes to any make or model power wheelchair.

The multiple benefits of a sample evaluation kit are:

• Modular connection of pre-assembled joysticks and alternate drive controls increases the efficiency and effectiveness of wheelchair assessments.

• For the first time, clinics/providers now have the tools to trial any existing alternate drive control and instantly position it at midline for use by the hand(s), chin, lip, tongue or head.

• Clinicians and their patients are relieved of the energy-sapping efforts required to perform multiple wheelchair transfers to assess different types of drive controls.

• Side-by-side comparisons between two similarly successful trials can be conducted to instantly gauge the patient’s opinion of which control works best and is most comfortable.

• In a clinical setting, the CDS mounted alternate drive controls do not require a technician to install and the need for reprogramming the chair is limited to changing from a proportional control to a switched control such as a head array.

• By investing in a set of 4-5 different controls pre-assembled to various Active Controls midline platforms, it establishes the clinic and providers who are its’ early adopters with a progressive reputation in the community it serves.

• The supervisors, clinicians and technical staff are energized by the quality time it frees up in clinic to work with their patients and document the medical justifications for the control selection and location.

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Front SocketA modular socket mounted at the front of the seat allows quick disconnection from the midline drive position for safe, easy transfers in and out of the chair. The front socket can also be mounted with an optional flip-down or removable bracket, depending on the needs of the client and their method of transfer.

Rear SocketA modular socket mounted behind the seat allows the carer/spouse to seamlessly transfer the drive control from the primary drive position to an attendant position. A head array or swing-away chin control can also be mounted in the rear position.

Side SocketA side-mounted socket can be either powered or non-powered. This socket offers a safe, stable “holstering” position of the drive control during transfers. When powered, it enables the client to move close to tables/desks to perform activities.

MODULAR CENTER DRIVE SYSTEM

Harnesses

The Active Controls products featured in this Reference Guide can be easily installed on any power wheelchair using the patented mast and socket system. The electrical connection for the drive control is made through military grade gold-plated spring pins in the mast, and target contacts in the socket.

Improved patient outcomes and a ground-breaking clinical research study confirm numerous advantages of the Active Controls modular system. Wheelchair clinics and wheelchair dealers worldwide have increased the efficiency and effectiveness of wheelchair assessments.

Biomechanical and Assessment Benefits

Extension Harness - 30412Connects Socket to Q-Logic 1 & 2 and NE+ Power Modules.

Multiplier Extension Harness - 30410Length 24” - Required for multiple sockets.

Extension Harness - 30411Length 36” - Required for Attendant Controls.

DB9 Harness - 35922Connects Socket to Enhanced Display.

DX2 Harness Kit - 30454Connects DX/DX2 Joystick to ReJoy.

R-net Harness Kit - 30452Connects R-net Joystick to ReJoy.

Shark Harness Kit - 30450Connects Shark Joystick to ReJoy.

VR2 Harness Kit - 30451Connects VR2 Joystick to ReJoy.Lynx Harness Kit - 37442 (not shown)Connects Lynx Joystick to ReJoy.

Q-Logic 3 Harness Kit - 30489Connects Q-L 3 Joystick to ReJoy.

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Mast and Socket Connection

Flip Down Front Bracket 30301

Front/Side Short Bracket 30309

Front/Side Medium Bracket 30311

Attendant Long Bracket 30386Removable Front Bracket 30295

Swings down for lateral patient transfers.

Length 5.25” Angle Adjustable.

Length 8.25” Angle Adjustable.

Length 12.25” Angle Adjustable (Includes 30411 Ext. Harness).

Two Piece Height & Angle Adjustable, Removable.

Attendant Square Tube Bracket Mount 30378Attendant Mount for use on seats with wood base and square accessory tube. Height and depth adjustable (Includes 30411 Extension Harness).

Length 5.7” Flat.

Front/Side Bent Bracket 30354Length 5.7” with10 degree bend.

Headrest Bracket 30221Mounts to headrest receiver (Includes 30411 Ext. Harness).

The Center Drive System allows secure placement of a drive control nearly anywhere on a power wheelchair with our modular mast and socket system.Spring loaded, gold plated pins extend from the bottom of the Center Drive System’s mast which makes a secure electrical connection with the gold plated targets located at the bottom of the socket.The main components of the Center Drive System are the Mast (which is integrated with the drive control and mounting platform), Sockets, Brackets, and Harnesses.

Holster Socket - 30203Non-powered side socket to hold drive control during transfers. Comes with 30312 Fixed Side Socket Bracket with 10° bend.

Drive Socket - 30200Universal drive and charge socket with mounting hardware (bracket not included).

BRACKETS To attach the socket(s) to the power wheelchair; at midline, side, or attendant/headrest receiver locations.

Seat Pan Quick Set-Up Plate for Front Socket 30366

The Seat Plate 30366 is a 12x12” aluminum plate that makes it easy for a quick set-up of the midline control position on any chair with a metal seat pan.Secured to the chair via two extra-wide velcro strips, the seat pan can provide the stability neccessary to trial a drive control at midline when the weight of the client is on it. Screw holes allow for permanent installation if desired. Order socket and bracket separately.

Front/Side Flat Bracket 30355

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Any make or model of PWC Hand Control can be installed by a PWC Technician.

All Stealth Mini-Joysticks andSwitch-It Mini-Joysticks are available pre-assembled by Active Controls.

Help Eliminate the PWC User’s Risk of:• Pressure Ulcers• Musculoskeletal

Disorders• Early Daily Fatigue• Back, Neck and

Shoulder Pain

Help ImprovePWC Users:• Posture• Pressure Distribution• Proprioception• Wheelchair Operation

and Comfort

ERGONOMIC REMOVABLE JOYSTICK and alternate drive control PLATFORM WITH ADJUSTABLE GEL WRIST SUPPORT

3”, 5” and 8” adjustable arms make it easy to position the drive control in a custom position for neutral postures of hand, arm, shoulder, neck and upper body without tools!

3”mm 5”mm 8”mm

NEUTRAL POSTURES MISALIGNED POSTURES

BILATERAL SHOULDER HEIGHT PARALLEL TO THE FLOOR

upper arm in line with trunk

HAND ANDWRIST ALIGNED WITH GRASPING JOYSTICK

ELBOWFLEXIONless than70-90°

LEANINGTO LEFT

LEANINGTO RIGHT

NOT ALIGNED WITH WRIST WHILE GRASPING JOYSTICK

wrist extended and ulnary deviated

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POSITION DRIVE CONTROL ANYWHERE BETWEEN THE PWC ARMRESTSWITHOUT TOOLS

Optional, rotatable side socket assembly allows drive control and ErgoReJoy Platform to swivel 120º to the side for transfers and access to tables/desks.

Alternative drive controls available for ergorejoy:

• Proven* multiple medical benefits of midline operation including pressure distribution, posture, PWC operation and comfort.

• Modularity provides instant positioning on either armest and infinite number inside.

• Ergonomic adjustable gel support maintains neutral postures of wrist/shoulder.

• Ergonomically “fits” the task of driving to the individual for more comfort.

• Compliments seating products by maximizing their function.

• Step-by-step drive control positioning protocol yields documentation for

the LMN.• Once the best joystick position is found,

platform may be removed from PWC without changing any adjustments made.

• Storage holster holds drive control and helps maintain adjustments for user.

* Visit activecontols.com to see Clinical Study

37280 - Ergo ReJoy Stealth Mini Proportional Joystick 37275 - Ergo ReJoy MoVis Micro Joystick 37285 - Ergo ReJoy MoVis Multi Joystick37290 - Ergo ReJoy Active Joystick37260 - Ergo ReJoy Touch Drive37255 - Ergo ReJoy Switch-it Micro Pilot37295 - Ergo ReJoy Switch-it Micro Guide

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ReJoy 360 Kits37240 - 1 Socket 37250 - 2 Sockets37260 - 3 SocketsFor re-deployment of existing joysticks.

ReJoy 360w/Active

Joystick 37810

ReJoy 360w/Stealth

Mushroom Drive 37790

THE REJOY COMES FULL CIRCLE - INtroducing the 360The ReJoy 360° offers superior midline positioning for joysticks and alternate drive controls pre-assembled in the modular Center Drive System. The dual-ball RAM mount swivels 360° around a 4 ½” arc so the powerchair input device and gel pad support platform can be positioned exactly where it provides maximum performance and postural benefits - all without tools!

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ReJoy 360 w/Stealth Mini

Proportional Joystick 37860

ReJoy 360w/VersaGuide

37820Shown with

Pediatric Gel Pads 30616 (option

for all ReJoy Platforms)

ReJoy 360w/Switch-It MicroGuide

37840

ReJoy 360w/Switch-It Touch Drive

37830

ReJoy 360w/Movis Multi

Joystick 38045

ReJoy 360w/Switch-It

MicroPilot 37850Add Silicone

Ball separately by ordering part number 36090 1” Silicone Ball

Not Shown:ReJoy 360

w/Movis Micro Joystick 38080

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Kits include JoyBar hand control and mast, socket(s), replacement controller and connection harnesses.37110 - 1 Socket 50 amp37120 - 2 Socket 50 amp37130 - 3 Socket 50 amp

37190 - 3 Socket 75 amp37180 - 2 Socket 75 amp37170 - 1 Socket 75 amp

37160 - 3 Socket 75 amp37150 - 2 Socket 75 amp37140 - 1 Socket 75 amp

4 Button JoyBar

8 Button JoyBar

Enhanced JoyBar - 37605

Enhanced JoyBar 360 - 37950

8 Button JoyBar controls lights and up to two actuators.

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By using your arms and hands to steer the Power Wheelchair, driving becomes more intuitive – like operating a car or riding a bicycle.

The JoyBar is new style of drive control that mimics the operation of a scooter, while maintaining the maneuverability of a powerchair. Scooter users and some neurologically-impaired patients find the gross motor functionality of the JoyBar control easier and more intuitive to operate.As an attendant control, the JoyBar handlebar is easier to steer than a joystick and the throttle control less sensitive while walking behind the chair. The modular Center Drive System allows one control to be shared by the patient and the attendant.

Effortless Drop-in ConnectionModular Design for transfersRobust Midline Drive Position protects against injuries from pedestrians falling onto usersMultiple Driving Location Options including attendant control positionEasy Plug’N’Play InstallationInstalls on most Power Wheelchairs

JOYBAR - AN EASIER AND MORE INTUITIVE DRIVE CONTROL

The 4 Button and 8 Button JoyBar kits come with a replacement controller, while the Enhanced JoyBar interfaces for quick installation with all expandable electronics through an enhanced display (Q-Logic, Omni, or DX joystick hand control/DX Dongle). Through the expandable electronics and displays, the user can access seat functions as well as environmental controls.

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MicroTray w/Switch-It MicroGuide 37970

MicroTray w/Active Joystick 37960Proportional standard joystick

MicroTray w/Switch-It MicroPilot 37975Add Silicone Ball separately by ordering part number 36091 - 5/8” Silicone Ball (shown).Also available 1” Silicone Ball part 36090.

Shown withBreak- Away KnobShown with

Soft-Touch Bud Cap

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MicroTray w/Stealth Mini-Proportional Joystick 37980

MicroTray w/Movis Micro Joystick 38050Not Shown: w/Movis Multi Joystick 38040

Traditional armrest-mounted trays for powerchair drive controls have been widely used for many years. The Active Controls modular system provides these multiple benefits over traditional trays:

PR0PORTIONAL TRAYS FOR SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES

Tray is mounted independently from armrest(s) allowing height and pitch adjustment independently of the armrest height and pitch.Tray is completely removed for transfers rather than dangling by its wires from an armrest or the back canes.

Trays are untethered and can be completely removed to eliminate damage during transport.Tray comes pre-assembled in custom sizes including controls fitted in a custom position for patient’s individual needs (see custom size tray diagram on page 15).

MicroTray w/Switch-It Touch Drive 2 - 38070

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Switched Driving

Tray Drive 4 - 37804Two piece hinged plastic tray w/quick release

thumb screw for easy switch positioning. 4 Proximity switches for

Forward/Reverse/Left/Right

Tray Drive 5 - 37906 (Omni Display)5 Proximity switches for Forward/Reverse/Left/Right/On-Off. Requires Enhanced Display to be mounted to Tray or, custom DB9 Mast/Socket for armrest-mounted display (Part #’s 30270/30272).

360 Stealth Eclipse Tray with 4 Proximity Switches 37796

Not Shown - Tray Drive 5 - 37923Same as above with Q-Logic Display

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Linked Driving

360 Stealth Eclipse Tray with Active Link i-Drive, 2 Proximity Switches 37892

360 Stealth Eclipse Tray with Active Link i-Drive with 2 Fiber Optic Switches 37896Not Shown - 360 Stealth Eclipse Tray with Active Link i-Drive with 4 Fiber Optic Switches - 37979

360 Stealth MiniTray with Active Link i-Drive 2 Proximity Switches 37928

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ARMREST MOUNTED MODULAR MICROTRAYS AND ECLIPSE TRAYS

When mounted to the armrests the tray-mounted drive control moves in conjunction with the seat back so it retains its position for operation by the end user.

Pediatric and obese patient populations benefit from the elimination of components positioned between their thighs.

A full 12” range of adjustment accommodates pediatric patients as well as very large adults.

Modular Armrest-mounted MicroTrays and Eclipse Trays protect the control from damage during transfers and transport.

These armrest-mounted modular platforms provide modular drive control platforms for power wheelchairs with standing and reclining seat back options.

Movis Micro

Inward Adjustment

Range

Movis Micro

Outward Adjustment

Range

Armrest Mounted Movis Multi MicroTray 31608

Armrest Mounted Movis Micro MicroTray 31612

Also available but not shown with armrest mounts: Switch-It MicroPilot 31601 Switch-It MicroGuide 31599 Switch-IT Touch Drive 38063 Stealth Eclipse Tray with 2 proximity switches 31636Stealth Eclipse Tray with 4 Fiber Optic Switches 31632

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ARMREST MOUNTED MODULAR MICROTRAYS AND ECLIPSE TRAYS

Any joystick can be redeployed from its standard armrest position and mounted to an armrest-mounted

MicroTray.

Alternative drive controls are available pre-assembled and ready for easy installation.

Enhanced displays may be mounted to the drive control or on the armrest of the power wheelchair.

Armrest Mounted ReJoy MicroTray for any make Joystick - 31600

Armrest Mounted Stealth Mini-Proportional Joystick 31616

Armrest Mounted Stealth Mushroom Drive - 31620

Armrest Mounted Active Joystick - 31628 Stealth Eclipse Tray with 4 Fiber Optic Switches 31632

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Stealth Head Array 37934 Switch-It Dual Pro Head Array 37936

Head Array Mount with Switch-It Head Array HDR-4M 37933

Eliminate damage during transfers and transport Reduces possibility of incorrect head array positioning by CaregiversHelps Caregivers position clients correctly

remove downtime with removable head arrays

Dual Pro™ Truly proportional head array for intuitive driving. The Dual Pro is a truly proportional head array with fine-tuned adjustments and customization to provide the user an easy-to-learn, precise, and intuitive driving experience.

Head arrays

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Stealth Head Array 37934 (shown with optional

mechanical switch)

head array modular kit and head arrays

Head Array Modular Kit - 37951Install any existing Head Array to this modular kit in minutes!

Midline mount provides user with a clear line of sight Superior stability provided supporting from beneathEliminates most visible wires and cablesEasy removal for faster, safer transfersOptional enhanced display mount available (shown on photo)

ACTIVE CONTROLS MODULAR SIP AND PUFF MOUNTModular Sip and Puff on Chin Control Mount and Adjustable position bracket 37775 (for Q-Logic Display) 37776 (for Omni Display)

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Active Controls Chin Mount

1 2 3 4 5 6

1. Chin Control with MicroGuide 378802. Chin Control with Movis Micro 37883 / Not Shown: Chin Control with Movis Multi 378843. Chin Control with R-Net Omni Compact Joystick and Chin Kit 37967 & 378994. Chin Control with Stealth Mini Proportional Joystick 379655. Chin Control with MicroPilot and Active Controls Spring Silicone Ball 37881 & 360916. Chin Control with VersaGuide 37882

Standard chin controls usually rely on a swing-away feature mounted to the back of the chair. This location and its bracket are inherently unstable, resulting in excess movement of the input device. This makes it more difficult for the client to drive especially when traversing bumps and door thresholds. Standard systems also partially block the user’s field of view, creating an annoying distraction that is constantly in the patient’s peripheral vision. The Active Controls Chin Control Mount provides a completely unobstructed field of view as well as superior stability and a cue that the client is properly positioned in the chair.

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modular Headrest-Mounted Chin Drive

MODULAR HARNESS-MOUNTED Chin Controls

Headrest Mounted Swing-Away Chin Control with MicroPilot 37886

Optional Active Controls Spring Silicone Ball 36091

Headrest Mounted Swing-Away Chin Control with Stealth Mini Proportional Joystick 37885

Stealth Drive Control Harness with Stealth Mini Proportional Joystick 37438

Not Shown: with MicroPilot 37436with MicroGuide 37437with Movis Micro 37440 with Movis Multi 37439

Not Shown:with MicroGuide 37887or Movis Micro 37888or Movis Multi 37889

Install Modular Drive Mast with Oversized Handle and Socket anywhere on powerchair.

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Mini-Mast 30226For installations when lower drive control platform required but height adjustable socket bracket interferes with center mount elevating footrest.

MicroPilot Spring w/FDA approved 1” Silicone Ball 36090Protects drive control from damage and provides tactile surface for use by fingers, lips, chin and tongue.

MicroPilot Spring w/FDA approved 5/8” Silicone Ball 36091Protects drive control from damage and provides tactile surface for use by fingers, lips, chin and tongue.

Accessories

PowerBuddy 32160The USB charger and guide light for portable electronics. Features two rows of powerful LED lights and a flexible swan neck design to twist and move so the client can easily plug in his/her charging cord. The XLR plug can be rotated 180 degrees to fit any position on virtually all scooters and power wheelchairs with off-board chargers. Light and charge functions both work while the powerchair’s motors are engaged.

Recharge+ Oversized Charging Adapter with Drop-In Socket, Bracket and Non-Inhibiting Harness with XLR Plug to Connect to Existing Charger Port of Powerchair’s Joystick 30593

ReCharge Handle 30597Charging Adapter for use with an exisiting Center Drive System. Not for use with Armrest Mounted Enhanced Displays. Connects with a powerchair’s existing charger.

PowerBuddy Case of 8 - 32201

The powerchair’s battery charger can be left plugged into the household outlet while not-in-use so the ReCharge+ Handle is always ready to drop-in to the socket. The ReCharge+ connects with a powerchair’s existing charger.

RAM Arm 5” for ReJoy 360, ReJoy, Enhanced JoyBar, MicroTray and Tray Drive 30162Standard sized arm with rapid positioning adjustment for 360 controls, trays, and enhanced displays.RAM Arm 8” for ReJoy 360, ReJoy, Enhanced JoyBar, MicroTray and Tray Drive 30163Extended length arm with rapid positioning adjustment for 360 controls, trays, and enhanced displays.

30593Charger Not Included

30597For use with existing Center

Drive System Socket - Charger Not Included

MINI-MAST

STANDARD MAST (FOR COMPARISON)

4”

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Custom Corner

Trays are available at custom sizes and with custom drive control mounting locations. Simply request our Custom Size Tray Diagram (pictured above) to draw out the location and size needed. Custom options are also available, such as the mobile phone mount shown below.

Custom Size MicroTray

MicroTray with Enhanced Display and Mobile Phone Mount

Active Tray 37900This popular Center Drive System accessory is a non-powered, socket-mounted activity table/desk that can be used with any socket. The RAM arm can fold it vertically for on-board storage in a side mounted socket when not in-use.

1. Go to www.activecontrolsquote.com2. Enter the power chair and electronics information.3. Select the Active Controls mounting platform you

want to use.4. Select the preferred input device.5. Select the location of the enhanced display

mounting (on the armrest or on drive control).6. Enter your information.7. Click Submit!

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