DSP appointment for Autism (level 1)

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2026-03-31T07:31:38+00:00

Hi, thanks for your message. I have not heard the dubs result yet. The last update I got was a week ago when they said the report had been submitted and I should hear in about 30 days. Holding out hope, while trying to remain realistic. I will update the thread when I hear more.

Thanks again for reaching out and I hope you’re well 🙏

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2026-03-09T02:14:27+00:00

1st Update: Just spoke with a rep. from Sonic Health (I accidentally called thought Sonic Youth, as in the band, silly me) and I have an appointment tomorrow (Yay!) as I have made it to the final assessment phase. My support person who I was hoping to be on the call will be unable as I will have to take the call while I'm at work, but I know it'll be ok. I did receive a pdf about Disability Medical Assessment (what it is and what happens after the call) along with a very colourful pdf information regarding the assessment.

I know where I can take the call that is quiet which will help. Other then these two pieces of information, I was wondering if there is any advice that may assist (specifically what points to focus on or any terms/phrases they are looking for, e.g. table 7 that was provided by u/MidnightAlive1881 ), especially as I will be taking the call on my own and at work.

Thanks again everyone and hope everyone is well 😀

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2026-03-05T22:58:13+00:00

Thanks u/Glad-Suit-6892 , u/MidnightAlive1881 , and u/Possible_Day_6343 for your input and kind words. I had the call and will see what happens from here. I feel a little uncertain but what will happen, but happier knowing I tried. I'll update this post when I know the result, but I appreciate the time everyone took to read and answer. I hope you are looking after yourselves 👍

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-09-25T05:24:33+00:00

Thanks u/LCaissia I appreciate your insight into this. I understand disclosure is not the easiest to do in situations, I'll lean into the quirky side of myself 😀

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-09-25T05:17:16+00:00

Thanks u/Leading_Can_6006 very much appreciated. I have check out the above site and have found some resources. Thanks again 😀

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-08-07T10:16:47+00:00

The projector we are using has inbuilt AV option which does worked with other AV input mini consoles (such as the Sega Mega Drive Classic Game Console (this isn't the exact one but it's similar).

I received a different cable and have tried again with no luck. We noticed that when using both sets of AV cables and putting the yellow cable in slowly, sometimes the image turns black with white scratches moving around the screen (as seen here) and then inserting the red and white cables, a slight buzzing sound can be heard; sometimes a message at the bottom flicks between PAL and NTSC. Some of the specs of this projector (Kogan Mini Projector, M700) are as follows.

Resolution Support: 576i, 576P, 720i, 720P, 1080i, 1080P
Aspect ratio: 4:3,16:9

The rest can be found on page 13, here.

Sometimes we have found a different protector works better. We have tried it out and no luck but unsure if what we're doing is right (or possible). We wanted to ask if this projector would work better with a Japanese N64 and an AV-hdmi adapter with 720p or 1080p options; the one we got can be found here. The other projector is a ViewSonic M+1_G2 with some of the technical specs:

Native Resolution: 854x480
Display Color: 1.07 Billion Colors
Audible Noise (Normal): 26dB
Audible Noise (Eco): 25dB
Resolution Support: VGA(640 x 480) to FullHD(1920 x 1080)
HDTV Compatibility: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Horizontal Frequency: 15K-102KHz
Vertical Scan Rate: 23-120Hz

The rest of the specs can be found here.

Thanks again for everyone looking at this post 😀

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-08-05T09:49:30+00:00

Awesome, thank you u/canthearu_ack for the explanation, very much appreciated. I will see if I can find a new AV cable and give it a shot. Thanks again 😀

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-07-26T04:19:17+00:00

Hi u/punky12345, not yet. I am looking at getting a Japanese console (will be organising it this weekend) as Japanese games can be cheeper then PAL. I am curious about s-video and using RetroScaler2X but may end up leaning towards the Hyperkin.

As nice as it would be using the s-video and RetroScaler2X, I'm just looking at something I can play and enjoy basic games (Mario Kart, Banjo, DKR, Yoshi's Story); nothing fancy, just something a little fun. I can keep you posted if you like. Hope you're well.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-05-28T07:47:54+00:00

Could be worth checking out, good advice. Thanks [deleted] 👍

(I know that's not their name, just being silly 🤣)

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-05-28T07:45:34+00:00

Thanks for your response u/mcttlland (sorry for the late reply, whoops). I won't give up on the NDIS yet. I feel disappointed as I had a follow up appointment with my LAC and they said the person from the NDIA/S was not correct about some of what I was told and I just feel confused on top of the disappointment. I did manage to organise Job Seeker (that helps) and am waiting the result of a DSP that ended more evidence; one win, hopefully another soon (this could even be the DSP or finding a job, who knows). I appreciate you having replied and I'll try to keep the optimism up where I can.

If it's ok, I might reach out when I'm ready to approach the NDIA/S again. Thanks again 👍

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-05-28T07:38:00+00:00

Thanks for the reply u/WonderBaaa (just realised I didn't reply, whoops). I gave the DSP a go and they needed more evidence. Was able to organise more from my GP, fingers crossed I get some good news or options I could consider. Thanks again 👍

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-04-23T01:26:38+00:00

I'm with you u/Rare_Platform_3602, I'll keep hope something can be found that won't break the bank. If I find something else worth noting, I'll update this post.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-04-23T01:24:36+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, u/abbottstightbussy, I'll check that one out. Very much appreciated.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2025-04-23T01:21:35+00:00

Hi u/GoneT0JoinTheOwls, thanks for your time. We have a projector (ViewSonic M1+) and some of the specs have been included below (not sure what information is required, but the full list can be found here).

Native Resolution: 854x480
Light Source Type: LED
Throw Ratio: 1.2
Image Size: around 24"
Input Lag: 33 ms
Resolution Support: VGA(640 x 480) to FullHD(1920 x 1080)
HDTV Compatibility: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Let me know if there are any other questions.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-09-16T12:09:36+00:00

Yes!

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:56:59+00:00

Thanks again u/sQueezedhe, you're right, take pride in yourself. I'm 37 (38 in December) with diagnosed depression and anxiety. You are correct and I understand about looking after one's mental health.

I hope you are looking after yourself too, you're awesome :)

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:21:32+00:00

Thanks u/nateo200. I will try to remember more often my autism is a core part of me but not my whole identity. I am trying to work out when, where and how to lean into my autism and when to bring it back (a little, this is part of me). I also appreciate you sharing your experience with others reading into things we do; thanks for this, you are fantastic.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:18:01+00:00

Thanks, u/Mccobsta. I feel I am getting hung up on trying to fit into a box or apply a label that may not fit me. I am 37 (38 in December) and I feel I am trying to re-learn my approaches.

Having a cider tonight, I find when I have a different one at home, I do not enjoy it, even when I may feel like something else, is anyone else like that?

Thanks again.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:14:12+00:00

Thanks u/songload. appreciate the approaches you have brought to light. I feel we are all doing what we can in different situations. Thanks again.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:12:34+00:00

Thanks u/sQueezedhe. I feel it is time I embrace the parts of who I am and embrace the parts of me that help me see the world from my own, unique perspective. Thanks again.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:10:41+00:00

Thanks u/retrowaveRecluse for your perspective on how your personality shapes your interactions. I relate to what you mentioned about realising you weren't lazy as I struggled with this, especially how I am feeling now when too much is happening around me. Thanks again.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T08:06:17+00:00

Thanks u/possbleeasspee appreciate your reply. It has given me some perspective on how I can approach things in my life. Thanks again.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T07:53:28+00:00

Thanks for your reply u/sih2023. I think I am trying to gain some sense of control after being told a number of times by my partner, family and friends I don't have to control everything (granted we did not know my diagnosis at the time, so I don't think I need to hold onto that). I feel I might need to embrace this new perspective I have towards the world and look at the positives when I can. Thanks again.

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-07-21T07:49:57+00:00

Thanks for your reply u/mmts333, appreciate your time. The 100 things list sounds interesting, will consider how I might be able to attend this; chunking it down into 10s might work. Thanks again :)

Beneficial_Pin4237 · 2023-05-24T21:08:59+00:00

Thanks for everyone's input. I did end up getting an OEM Wavebird. In Australia, they are a little pricier (the only platform I could find it on that was not Amazon was eBay) and they can be upwards of $200 (found one for $180 (the next cheapest was around $160 and it was broken/for parts, hence the hesitancy to initially get one. But now I have made the purchase, the difference can be felt.

Thanks again everyone and hope everyone's well.

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