ACCO 64379M Pilotboard Wireless Desktop User Manual

ACCO Brands, Inc. Pilotboard Wireless Desktop

User Manual

PilotBoard Wireless Desktop User ManualCongratulations!Your new Kensington PilotBoard Wireless Desktop offers you the freedom towork and play the way that you want to. With Innovative features like the hotkeys and the zoom/scroll wheel, you can perform many common Internet andmultimedia functions at a single touch of a button.Please read this short manual to learn how to install and use your new PilotBoard Wireless Desktop. Register your new products on line at www.register.kensington.com.PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 1READ FIRST! 64379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 1
• Adjust the keyboard and chair height so your elbows are near your body, your forearms are parallel to the floor, and your upper arms hang naturally at your sides.• Adjust the keyboard slope so that your wrists are in a natural, straightposition while typing.• Keep your fingers relaxed. Do not strike the keys with excessive force.• Do not overextend fingers or bend your wrists unnaturally to hit hard-to-reach keys. Instead, move your whole arm.DON’T DO DON’TYour hands and wrists should be in a neutral position. Your wrist should notbend too much to one side or the other.DON’T DO DON’TYou may be more comfortable typing with your wrists floating slightly above the keyboard.For more information on good computing habits, please visit HealthyComputing.comTM at www.healthycomputing.com.PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 3Important: Computer User Health InformationIn recent years, medical attention on occupational injuries has identified normal, seemingly harmless activities as a potential cause of a wide range ofproblems collectively known as Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) or CumulativeTrauma Disorders (CTD). It is now recognized that any repetitive motion may contribute to these health problems. As a computer user, you mightalso be at risk.By paying attention to the way you perform your work, use your computer andphone, play sports, and work around the house, you can identify the behaviorsthat may be putting you at risk. If you experience pain, swelling, numbness, orweakness in your wrists or hands (especially during sleep), see your physicianimmediately. These symptoms could mean that you are developing a repetitivestress injury that requires prompt medical attention. For more detailed infor-mation, consult your doctor or a reputable book.HEALTH WARNING: Use of a keyboard or pointing device may be linked to serious injuries or disorders. Please visit www.healthycomputing.com orwww.kensington.com for important safety tips when using this device.Using your Kensington PilotBoard Wireless DesktopMany factors go into creating a comfortable workspace, including proper placement and adjustment of furniture and equipment, lighting, and otherenvironmental considerations.• Computing is more comfortable and your body is more relaxed with thekeyboard placed directly in front of you.2 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop64379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 2
Plugging in Wireless ReceiverTo connect to a Do this:PS2 port Turn off your computer. PC onlyLocate the purple USB/PS2 adapter. Connect the purple USB/PS2 adapter onto the USB side of the y shaped cable on the wireless receiver. Insert the purple PS2 plug into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. Insert the green PS2 plug into the mouse port on the back of the computer. Reboot your computer.To connect to a Do this:USB portIf you wish to use the USB port you do not need to plug in the PS2 PC or Mac®plug at all. The USB port works for both wireless mouse and keyboard. Plug USB connector of the wireless receiver into the USB port on the backof the computer. If you connect USB plug for the first time you will seeWindows perform its USB device enumerations. (Note that the green PS2mouse end of the "y" cable will remain unplugged, simply lying on the desktop).If using Windows® ‘98 you may need to reboot your computer. With Windows 2000, ME, XP, and Mac OS, your new keyboard is ready to use.CAUTION: Never force a connection. Turn the connector until it aligns correctly withthe port on the computer.Important: Battery Information1. Always dispose of batteries properly.2. Always replace the batteries in sets, using the same age and brand of batteries.3. Always Remove the batteries if you will not be using the devices for more than two weeks.Installing the Batteries in the Mouse and KeyboardPlease be sure that the batteries are installed properly in both the PilotBoardwireless keyboard and wireless mouse. The proper orientation for the batteriesis indicated in the battery compartment for each device.Average battery life for your PilotBoard wireless mouse is 2–3 monthsdepending on usage.The wireless receiver indicator light will turn red when low batteries aredetected. You may also notice erratic cursor tracking or missed keystrokes.Replacing the batteries will solve this issue.4 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 564379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 4
Software DriversDepending upon the operating system that you are running and the features thatyou would like to use, it may be necessary for you to install the Kensington soft-ware drivers; MouseWorks™ for the mouse and KeyboardWorks™ for the keyboard.We suggest that you try all of the functions on your keyboard before installing thedriver to see if you are satisfied with the functionality of the keyboard and mouseor if you need the drivers to achieve your desired level of functionality.Installing Kensington KeyboardWorks softwareNow that you have successfully connected the wireless keyboard, mouse, andreceiver, please proceed to the following software installation section before usingPilotBoard Wireless Desktop. Please make sure all PilotBoard components areconnected according to user manual instruction before any software installation.Windows ‘98 or Mac OS 10.2XIt is required for Windows 98 or Mac OS 10.2x user to install KensingtonKeyboardWorks software before using the PilotBoard wireless keyboard. Pleasevisit our Web site: http://www.kensington.com/html/1491.html to downloadthe latest version of Kensington KeyboardWorks. Please follow the on-screeninstruction to install the software, and refer to the downloaded manual forinstructions on using the software.Connecting PilotBoard Wireless Keyboard and MouseThe wireless range is about 2 meters (6 feet) between the receiver and the wire-less devices. Moving the wireless receiver is like adjusting the antenna on an FMradio. Small movements can vastly improve reception. If you find that you are notgetting the normal range of operation, try adjusting the position of the receiver.Your Kensington PilotBoard Wireless Desktop is configured to use out of thebox. However in some cases (for example if your mouse is not working properly)it is necessary to manually re-connect the keyboard and mouse to the receiver.Connecting the unique ID codes for your keyboard and mouse to the receiverhelps prevent interference from other wireless devices. To connect your deviceto the receiver, follow these steps:1. Press the black button on the receiver. The receiver LED should flash.2. Press the button on the bottom of the keyboard. Once the connection iscomplete, the receiver LED should be solid.3. Repeat for the mouse. Press the button on the black button on the receiver.The receiver LED should flash again.4. Press the connect button on the bottom of the mouse. The receiver LEDshould be solid.5. Your PilotBoard Wireless Desktop is now connected and ready for use.6. If you failed to activate the wireless connection, shut down your computerand repeat step 1 through 5.6 feet2 m6 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 764379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 6
Using the Media keys Each of the chrome hot keys on your new PilotBoard has a default function.(Windows98, ME, 2000, XP, MAC OS10.2.x and higher.)Media Key Icon DescriptionUser Logs out the current user. Windows will display theuser log on screen. Macintosh systems will swap tothe next user if there is one.F Lock Turns on and off the “F” function key secondaryfunction (see F-Lock section).Action 1 Programmable key.Action 2 Programmable key.Stop Stops loading of the current web page or document.Refresh Refreshes the current web page or document.Search Searches your computer for files.Media Starts the system default media player.Mute Mute Sound.Favorites Open the favorites folder (Internet Explorer Only).Web/Home Starts your default web browser and goes to your home page. If no home page is specified no action is taken.Mail Starts your email application.My Computer On Windows systems this will open My Computer.On Mac systems this will open the root of the default hard drive.Windows 2000, ME, XP (Optional)Kensington PilotBoard wireless keyboard will be fully functional withoutinstalling any software under Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows ME.However if you desire to further configure your PilotBoard use KensingtonKeyboardWorks to: • Provide and on-screen display of Caps Lock, Num Lock and Scroll Lock,• Customize your mouse and keyboard buttons and functions,• Provide complete support of the media keys for Windows 98, ME, and 2000.• Provide complete support of the keyboard for Macintosh OS10.2 and higher.Please visit our Web site:http://www.kensington.com/html/1491.html to download thelatest version of Kensington KeyboardWorks. Please follow the on-screen instruction to install the software, and refer to the downloaded manual for instructions on using the software.Installing Kensington MouseWorks Software (Optional)Use Kensington MouseWorks to customize your mouse’s buttons and functions. If you desire to configure your wireless mouse, please visit our Web site:http://www.kensington.com/html/1491.html to download the latestversion. Please follow the on-screen instruction to install the software.8 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 964379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 8
F-Lock KeysKensington PilotBoard wireless keyboard includes additional functions in thetraditional F keys found on the top row of the standard keyboard keys. Pressingthe F-Lock key will toggle on and off these functions. For example, the traditionalfunction for F5 is refresh page, with F-Lock turned on the F5 key now performsthe ‘Cut’ action. If you install Kensington KeyboardWorks you can use the soft-ware to disable the F-Lock key at Windows start.Task DescriptionHelp Displays the help information for Windows or the application that has focus.New Creates a new document in Microsoft Office.Open Opens an Microsoft Office document.Save Saves the current document.Cut Cuts the selected text or graphic from a document.Copy Copies the selected text or graphic from a document.Paste Pastes the contents of the clipboard to the selected document.Print Sends the current document to the printer.Spell Spell checks the current document.Bold Sets the current text to bold.UnderlineSets the current text to underline.Italic Sets the current text to Italic.Prt sc Takes a picture of the current screen and saves it to the clip board. You canthen use the ‘Paste’ button to paste that image to the current document.Scroll Used in DOS applications.Pause Used in specialized Windows applications.Media Key Icon DescriptionCalculator Start the calculator application.Sleep Puts your system to sleep.Forward Moves forward to the next song.Back Moves Backward to the previous song.Play/Pause Pauses and plays your media player.Fast Rewind Rewinds to the beginning of the current song.Stop Stops the media player.Fast Forward Fast forward to the end of the current song.10 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 1164379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 10
3. Wipe tops of keys and the surface of the keyboard with Kensington SurfaceGuardian® Cleaning Swabs, Surface Guardian Cleaning Wipes, or a lightlydampened cloth.CAUTION: Never spray liquid cleaner directly on the keyboard.4. Turn on your computer.Your Kensington PilotBoard Wireless Desktop requires no other maintenance.Technical SupportIn North America, technical support is available to all registered users ofKensington products. There is no charge for technical support except longdistance charges where applicable. Technical Support Contact information can be found on the back cover of this manual.Technical Support Tips• You may find the answer to your problem in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section of the Support area on the Kensington Web site: www.support.kensington.com.• Call from a phone where you have access to your computer.• Be prepared to provide the following information- Name, address, and telephone number- The name of the Kensington product- Make and model of your computer- Your system software and version- Symptoms of the problem and what led to themUsing the Zoom/Scroll wheelThe wheel located on the left-hand side of the keyboard can be used to zoom in and out (magnify an image) or to scroll up and down (like the wheel on themouse). In order to toggle between these 2 functions, simply press down andrelease the scroll wheel (it clicks like a mouse button).Common Troubleshooting Steps1. Shut down and restart the computer.2. Un-Plug and re-plug device. Make sure you turn off your computer if using PS2.3. Test batteries in another device.4. If possible test the device on other computers.5. If wireless, adjust the position of the receiver.6. Some surfaces may trick the optical sensor of a mouse. High gloss and reflective surfaces such as glass and mirrors for example. The ideal surface is a bright white non-reflective surface such as paper.Cleaning your Kensington PilotBoard Wireless DesktopDepending on how you work and the environment in which you work, every keyboard needs to be cleaned periodically.To clean the keyboard:1. Turn off your computer.2. Use the Kensington Dust Guardian®Keyboard Brush to whisk away crumbsand dirt or use the Kensington Dust Blaster®compressed air to blow awaydirt and dust between the keys and in crevices.12 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 1364379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 12
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference StatementNote: The Kensington PilotBoard Wireless Desktop model no. 64379 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.MODIFICATIONS: Modifications not expressly approved by Kensington may void the user’sauthority to operate the device under FCC regulations and must not be made.SHIELDED CABLES: In order to meet FCC requirements, all connections to equipment using a Kensington input device should be made using only the shielded cable provided.Declaration of Conformity Compliance Statement for the Kensington PilotBoard Wireless DesktopThe Kensington PilotBoard Wireless Desktop model no. 64379 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and, (2) this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation. As defined in Section 2.909 of the FCCRules, the responsible party for this device is Kensington Technology Group, 2000 Alamedade las Pulgas, Second Floor, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA, (650) 572-2700.PilotBoard Wireless Desktop • 155-Year WarrantyKENSINGTON TECHNOLOGY GROUP (“KENSINGTON”) warrants this PRODUCT againstdefects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for five years from theoriginal date of purchase. KENSINGTON, at its option, shall repair or replace the defectiveunit covered by this warranty. Please retain the dated sales receipt as evidence of the dateof purchase. You will need it for any warranty service.In order to keep this warranty in effect, the product must have been handled and used asprescribed in the instructions accompanying this warranty. This warranty does not coverany damage due to accident, misuse, abuse, or negligence. This warranty is valid only ifthe product is used on the computer or system specified on the product box. Please checkproduct box for details or call technical support.Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, is your exclusive remedy.KENSINGTON shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Impliedwarranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose on this product are limited in duration to the duration of this warranty.Some states/countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states/countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state and country to country.14 • PilotBoard Wireless Desktop64379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 14
Contacting KensingtonTroubleshooting information and answers to frequently asked questions are available 24 hours a day on the Kensington Web site atwww.support.kensington.com.Support by Telephone Technical Support is available by telephone. Please visit www.kensington.com for hours.U.S. and Canada 800-535-4242 or 650-572-2700Mexico 52(55)5384-062016 • PilotBoard Wireless DesktopThis manual is copyright © 2004 Kensington Technology Group, a division of ACCO Brands, Inc. Any unauthorizedcopying, duplicating, or other reproduction of the contents hereof is prohibited without written consent fromKensington Technology Group. All rights reserved. 10/04Kensington, Dust Blaster, Dust Guardian, and Surface Guardian are registered trademarks and MouseWorks is atrademark of ACCO World Corporation. Microsoft and MS Office are registered trademarks of Microsoft. All otherregistered and unregistered trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners. 901-1659-00Kensington Technology Group2000 Alameda de las PulgasSecond FloorSan Mateo, CA 94403USAwww.kensington.comACCO Europe PLCGatehouse RoadAylesburyBucks, HP19 8DTUNITED KINGDOMACCO Canada Inc.5 Precidio CourtBrampton, Ontario L6S 6B7 CANADA64379_WlessPilotBd 10/8/04 2:12 PM Page 16

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