Set Up your Switch Kit

Get connected and start playing in just three steps!

Making Elmo sing and dance with the Switch Kit.
Playing with Elmo with the Switch Kit

1. Connect your input device

First, connect the red USB mini-B cable to the port on the side of the input device.

Using a tablet or smart phone You may need an adapter to connect the USB cable to your tablet.

Connect the red USB-A cable to the adapter, then connect the adapter to your tablet.

Tip: Make sure your adapter supports USB devices/data, not just charging.

Using a computer Plug the red USB mini-B cable end into the input device, and connect the USB-A end directly to a USB port on your computer.

2. Connect a switch.

Connect an adaptive switch to one of the audio jack ports on the input device.

You can use:

Make sure the switch is fully plugged in before continuing.

3. Choose a game or activity

You’re ready to play!

Select a game from the Games page.

If you’re new to the Switch Kit, we recommend starting with a game that only requires one switch, such as Bluey Dancing.

Explore the Games →

Switch Kit Guide

Ready to start exploring the Switch Kit?

Our Switch Kit Guide provides an overview of how to get started, ideas for using the Switch Kit during play and learning, and guidelines for adapting the kit to meet individual needs.

Use the guide as a starting point and experiment with different switches, activities, and setups to find what works best for you.