These are some of the most common questions we get about the T.O.V.A. 9:
Can I get help to understand the test results?
Yes! We provide free consultation about T.O.V.A. results. The best way to get answers is to send an Interpretation Support Request. Any sessions attached will
Can I install the T.O.V.A. 9 hardware myself?
Yes. There are no qualifications necessary to installing the T.O.V.A. software and hardware, and T.O.V.A. Technical Support is happy to assist you over the phone.
Can I run the auditory and visual tests simultaneously?
No. The auditory and visual T.O.V.A. tests must be run as separate test sessions, and each have their own norms and reports. If you want
Can I run two T.O.V.A. PTE sessions back to back?
On some computers, it can take several minutes to boot to the Precision Test Environment (PTE) and back. Some users would like to run two
Can I use headphones with the T.O.V.A. auditory test?
The T.O.V.A. auditory test was normed with external speakers on either side of the display. We recommend following the normative study procedures. We don’t know
Do you have a Mac version of the T.O.V.A. 9?
Yes, the T.O.V.A. is available for Mac OS X. Please review the T.O.V.A. computer requirements, as well as the PTE compatibility page. Then purchase the T.O.V.A. here.
How does the T.O.V.A. 9 compare to other CPTs (Continuous Performance Tests)?
Accuracy: With special tools, the T.O.V.A. can control measurements and timing with ±1 ms accuracy: Using an external measuring device (the T.O.V.A. microswitch), more precise
How long is the T.O.V.A. 9 test?
The T.O.V.A. test (both visual and auditory) runs 21.6 minutes for ages five-and-a-half (5.5) years old and older. The first half of the test is stimulus
How many additional sites can I have?
The T.O.V.A. software may be installed on multiple computers, without limit or license restriction, but the T.O.V.A. hardware is required to administer the T.O.V.A. For
What ages does the T.O.V.A. 9 cover?
The visual norms for the T.O.V.A. go from ages 4 to 80+, by age and gender. The auditory has norms from 6 to 29, by
What should I do if my T.O.V.A. 9 hardware breaks or malfunctions?
T.O.V.A. hardware components are not user-serviceable. If the T.O.V.A. hardware breaks, please contact T.O.V.A. Customer Service to replace it. If the hardware appears to malfunction, please send
What version of the T.O.V.A. can I buy?
The T.O.V.A. version 9 is available for purchase. See our store for more information on ordering or upgrading.
Where can I find laptops compatible with the current T.O.V.A. PTE?
Technology moves on quickly! We released the latest T.O.V.A. Precision Test Environment (PTE) in 2020, and it’s now challenging to find a Windows laptop that
Where do I find my T.O.V.A. serial number?
The quickest way to locate your account is with your T.O.V.A. serial number. You can find it on a sticker on the bottom of your T.O.V.A.
Who can administer a T.O.V.A. 9?
The T.O.V.A. is simple enough to administer. Materials and support are provided to train most anyone in the proper administration and use of T.O.V.A.
Why are there visual and auditory T.O.V.A. 9 tests?
A significant number of individuals process visual information differently than auditory information. They may have attention problems in one modality but not the other. Thus,
Will the T.O.V.A. 9 work on my computer?
First check the Computer Requirements and PTE Compatibility pages. You can also just download and install the software to try it out. ALWAYS back up your computer and
