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The Cirbic TC0005 Talking Alarm Clock is a tactile, audio-guided assistive device designed to provide independent time, day, and date orientation for individuals who are blind, have low vision, or experience cognitive or memory challenges. Rather than relying on small visual numerals, the clock features a large, high-contrast white top button inside a blue surround: a single press announces the current time in a clear, loud male voice, while a second press announces the day of the week and full date.
Designed for straightforward operation without power cords, this compact, coaster-sized tabletop unit can be placed on a bedside table, kitchen counter, or desk and easily carried between rooms. To prevent accidental changes to the time or alarm during everyday handling, the audio-guided setup button is recessed on the underside of the unit. With adjustable volume levels suited to users who are hard of hearing or wear hearing aids, the Cirbic TC0005 supports daily routine independence and time awareness.
How This Device Supports NDIS Participants
- Non-Visual Time & Date Access: Spoken voice output eliminates the need to read a clock face, enabling blind and low-vision participants to check the time, day, and date independently at any hour.
- High-Contrast Tactile Operation: The large white activation button framed by a contrasting blue border provides an easy-to-locate target for users with reduced visual acuity or limited fine motor precision.
- Temporal Orientation & Routine Support: Immediate vocal confirmation of both the day of the week and the date assists participants with memory impairments or cognitive fatigue in staying oriented to daily schedules.
- Protected Audio-Guided Setup: Spoken voice prompts guide the user through setting the time, date, and alarm, while the bottom-mounted setup button prevents accidental reprogramming when pressing the top button.
- Auditory Clarity & Volume Control: Adjustable loud voice output supports participants with dual sensory (vision and hearing) needs.
Key Features & Benefits
- One-Tap Time & Two-Tap Date Announcement: Press once to hear the current time and press a second time to hear the day of the week and date in a clear male voice (North American accent).
- High-Contrast White & Blue Design: Bold colour contrast makes the unit easy to spot on bedside tables, desks, and kitchen surfaces.
- Bottom-Mounted Setup Button: Keeps configuration controls separated from the main talking button so settings are not accidentally altered during night-time or daily use.
- Adjustable Volume & Daily Alarm: Customisable sound output with integrated alarm functionality for waking up or prompting daily medication and appointment times.
- Cordless Battery Operation: Portable, wire-free design eliminates trailing power cables and allows placement anywhere indoors (batteries not included).
Meticulous Specifications
- Brand: Cirbic
- Model / MPN: TC0005
- Product Type: Talking Time, Day, and Date Alarm Clock
- Voice Output: Clear male voice (North American accent)
- Functions: Time announcement (1 tap), Day and Date announcement (2 taps), Daily Alarm
- Volume Control: Adjustable volume
- Setup Interface: Bottom-mounted setup button with spoken audio instructions
- Colour: High-contrast White and Blue
- Shape: Round
- Material: Plastic
- Mounting Type: Tabletop / Portable
- Power Source: Battery powered (2 batteries required, not included)
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty
Package Includes
- 1 x Cirbic TC0005 Talking Alarm Clock (White/Blue)
- 1 x User Guide
Funding & Eligibility
This product is designed to support daily living goals and is generally compliant with Core - Consumables funding.
- Support Item Name: Low Cost AT - Vision Related AT
- Support Item Number:
03_220300911_0113_1_1 - Budget Category: Core - Consumables
How to Order:
- Plan Managed: Add to cart and select "NDIS Checkout". This generates a formal tax invoice for your Plan Manager to pay via email.
- Self Managed: Purchase online for an instant tax invoice, or use "NDIS Checkout" if you prefer an invoice to upload to the MyPlace portal before paying.
- NDIA (Agency) Managed: Use the "NDIS Checkout" to generate a quote. We will then arrange a service booking (endorsement might be required).
*Participant's funding eligibility is subject to their individual NDIS plan goals.