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Gyration™ Compact Keyboard

User Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Spec Compact KeyboardRF Receiver

System

Requirements Full functionality on IBM compatible PCs running Windows

2000, ME, XP, or higher

Limited functionality on MAC OS 8.0 and higher and Windows

98 (Second Edition)*

Available USB port

Size 12.5"L x 6"W x 1"H (32cm x

15cm x 4cm) 3.15"L x 2.85"W x .73"H (8cm

x 7.2cm x 1.8cm)

Weight 21 ounces (653g) includes

batteries 2.16 ounces (67.2g)

Radio 49 MHz (U.S.) with 8 channels

and 36,800 security addresses N/A

Batteries 4 AAA for up to 6 months of

typical presentation use N/A

Connector N/A USB with 5' (1.5m) cable

Operating Temp +10 to 40 C (+50 to +104 F)

Storage Temp -30 to +70 C (-86 to +158 F)

*Internet and Multimedia hot keys not supported by Macintosh or Windows 98

(Second Edition). Standard keyboard keys are functional.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Compact Keyboard .............................................................1

Key Features ...................................................................1

Setting Up and Synchronizing ............................................1

Determining the Channel...................................................3

Changing the Channel.......................................................3

Powering On and Off.........................................................4

Special Keyboard Media Keys.............................................5

Using the Blue Numeric Keypad..........................................6

Keyboard Usage Tips ........................................................7

RF Receiver .........................................................................8

Learn Button ...................................................................8

Status LED......................................................................8

Keyboard LEDs ................................................................9

Installing 3 or More Devices...............................................9

Troubleshooting Tips.........................................................11

Regulatory Information.....................................................12

FCC Statement .............................................................. 12

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations........................... 13

Contacting Gyration...........................................................14

Warranty Information .......................................................15

1

Gyration Compact Keyboard

Gyration’s wireless Compact Keyboard is small, ultralight,

and perfect for conference rooms, classrooms, traveling, or

even the living room with your media PC. Having no line-of-

sight limitations, its powerful range allows you to control your

PC from anywhere in the room and when you include the whis-

per quite keys, you have the ultimate in portability and effi-

ciency.

Key Features

Setting Up and Synchronizing the Keyboard

and the Gyration RF Receiver

When installing the Compact Keyboard for the first time or when

adding additional Gyration devices to the system, it is neces-

sary to perform a Teach/Learn sequence to synchronize the

devices. To set up and synchronize the Compact Keyboard and

the RF Receiver:

1. Connect the receiver cable into an available USB port and

2

power on your computer. Your operating system should

detect the new hardware device and initiate the installa-

tion procedure. Continue to follow the standard USB

device installation screens until installation is complete.

2. Insert four AAA batteries into the keyboard.

3. Press and hold the Learn button on the receiver for two

seconds, and then release it. The Status light will blink

slowly, indicating the receiver is in “Learn Mode.”

4. Press and release the Teach button located at the top of

the keyboard. The Status light on the receiver will blink

rapidly for four seconds, then begin to blink slowly.

Note: At this time, press the Teach button on any additional devices

(such as a second keyboard, an Ultra Mouse, or a GyroRe-

mote).

5. To exit Learn Mode, press the Learn button on the

receiver for two seconds. Otherwise, Learn Mode will

automatically time out after five minutes.

If more than one Gyration device is being installed on the

same system, place the receiver into Learn Mode (step 3

above) and then press the Teach button on each device before

exiting Learn Mode. However, do not press the Learn button

on the receiver for each device to be added (see “Keyboard

Troubleshooting Tips” on page 11).

When the receiver is put into Learn Mode, it erases its mem-

ory of previously learned devices and looks for new devices.

Therefore when adding a new device to a system, it is neces-

sary to put the receiver into Learn Mode and then press the

Teach button on all the devices that will be used on the sys-

tem.

After the Teach/Learn sequence is performed, the receiver

and device(s) will remain synchronized after powering down

and/or changing channels. It is only necessary to perform the

Teach/Learn sequence when setting a device up for the first

time or when adding additional devices to the system.

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Determining Which Channel the Keyboard is

Using

The Compact Keyboard has eight individual channels

available to it. To determine which channel a device is

currently using:

1. Press and quickly release the Channel button at the top

of the keyboard.

2. Count the number of times the green Status light at the

top of the keyboard flashes. The number of flashes indi-

cates the channel the keyboard is using.

Note: If the keyboard’s channel is changed when the computer is

powered down or the receiver is not connected, the devices

will become unsynchronized. When the system is running,

click and release the Channel button as described above to

confirm the channel. The keyboard broadcasts a message

across all eight channels that informs the receiver what chan-

nel it is currently operating on. The receiver then automati-

cally restores synchronization.

Changing the Channel the Keyboard is Using

When two devices are being used in the same proximity, each

device should be set to operate on a unique channel. For the

best reception, space the channels apart by one or more chan-

nels. For example, setting the channels to “2” and “4” is rec-

ommended over setting the channels to “2” and “3”.

If you are installing three or more devices on a single receiver,

see “Installing 3 or More Devices” on page 9. Remember if a

Teach/Learn sequence has already been performed, it is not

necessary to re-synchronize the devices after a channel

change.

To change the channel:

1. Press and quickly release the Channel button located at

the top of the keyboard.

2. When you release the Channel button, the keyboard will

change to the next sequential channel and the green Sta-

tus light at the top of the keyboard will flash. The number

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of flashes indicates the new channel the keyboard is

using.

Powering the Keyboard On and Off

To conserve battery life, the keyboard enters a “Sleep Mode”

after several minutes of non-use. In Sleep Mode, the keyboard

only uses battery power when a button is pushed. To awake

from Sleep Mode, click any button.

It is only necessary to power down your keyboard if traveling

without its protective cover (included in the Ultra Professional

model). If the hard shell cover is used, powering down is not

required and the keyboard will remain in Sleep Mode with no

radio transmission. However, it is recommended you power

down to avoid inadvertent key presses that may occur without

snapping on the cover.

To power on:

Simultaneously press and release the Channel and

Teach buttons at the top of the keyboard for three

seconds. It will confirm it is powering on by flashing its

Status light for one second.

To power off:

Simultaneously press and release the Channel and

Teach buttons at the top of the keyboard. It will

immediately power off and be unresponsive to button

clicks. It will confirm it is powering off by flashing its

Status light three times.

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Special Keyboard Media Keys

Key OS

Support Program

Support Function

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows CD

Player, Default

Media Player

CD or Media player scans for

previously played track

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows CD

Player, Default

Media Player

Toggles player between Play

and Pause modes

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows CD

Player, Default

Media Player

CD or Media player scans for

next track on CD or music file

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows CD

Player, Default

Media Player

Puts player into Stop mode

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows sound

control Decreases Windows volume

setting

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows sound

control Increases Windows volume

setting

Win 2000,

ME, XP Windows sound

control Mutes Windows sound

volume

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Loads the last page you

viewed in the browser

window

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Using the Blue Numeric Keypad

To activate the numeric keypad, ensure the Num Lock fea-

ture is enabled on your keyboard. While holding down the blue

Fn (Function) key, press the blue numeric keys on your key-

board.

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Re-loads a page you viewed

before clicking the Back

button

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Stops the loading process in

the browser window

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Re-loads the currently

displayed page in the

browser window

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Launches Brower (if closed)

and loads your Home page in

the browser window

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Opens the Search frame in

the browser window or, if

closed, launches Windows

search

Win 2000,

ME, XP Microsoft

Internet Explorer Opens the Favorites frame in

the browser window

Win 2000,

ME, XP Default e-mail

client Launches your default e-mail

client

Special Keyboard Media Keys (Continued)

Key OS

Support Program

Support Function

7

Keyboard Usage Tips

Some studies suggest that long periods of repetitive motion,

improper workstation set-up, or incorrect body position may

be linked to serious injury. If you experience any discomfort in

your hands, wrists, arms, neck or back (such as pain, numb-

ness, weakness), consult a qualified health professional.

To reduce the risks of such injuries, follow these precautions:

Take breaks frequently. Experts suggest taking at least

one 5-10 minute break every hour.

Avoid prolonged, repetitive tasks. Vary your tasks

throughout the day.

Assess your workstation and position frequently used

items closest to you.

Maintain proper shoulder, elbow and wrist alignment.

Shoulders should be relaxed with elbows at your side and

wrists should be kept straight.

Avoid using wrist or palm rests while typing.

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Gyration RF Receiver

Learn Button

Pressing the Learn button for two seconds puts the receiver

into Learn Mode allowing you to synchronize one or more

devices with the receiver. After the devices have been

synchronized, pressing the Learn button again for two

seconds takes the receiver out of Learn Mode. If the receiver

is not manually taken out of Learn Mode, it will automatically

return to Normal Mode after five minutes.

Status LED

The Status LED light displays useful information about the

modes of operation and the connection between the receiver

and transmitter(s). Its various states are:

Remains off when the receiver is operating in Normal

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Mode and no devices are transmitting.

Blinks slowly (one blink per second) when the receiver

is in Learn Mode and is awaiting a Teach instruction from

a device.

Flickers rapidly when the receiver is operating in

Normal Mode and a synchronized device is transmitting. If

there is radio interference, the flickering light will be

inconsistent.

Blinks rapidly for a four-second burst when it is in

Learn Mode processing a Teach instruction, and

synchronizing the receiver with the device.

Keyboard LEDs

The Keyboard Status LEDs indicate whether your computer

has the Num Lock, Caps Lock, and/or Scroll Lock features acti-

vated.

Num Lock: Used to toggle a combination number/cursor

keypad between numeric keys and cursor keys.

Caps Lock: When activated, causes all alphabetic

characters to be uppercase, but has no effect on other

keys.

Scroll Lock: Used to toggle between scrolling and non-

scrolling mode (on PC keyboards). When activated, the

arrow keys scroll the screen regardless of the current

cursor location.

Installing 3 or More Devices

The RF receiver can be taught to recognize up to eight devices

(such as mice, remotes, and keyboards) on a system, but only

two of those devices may be used simultaneously.

When setting up a system with a single receiver and three or

more devices, the following guidelines must be followed:

Select two channels that are free of outside interference

and install all devices on either of those two channels.

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When possible, it is recommended that the two chosen

channels be separated by at least one unused channel.

For example, setting the channels to “2” and “4” is

recommended over setting the channels to “2” and “3”.

Any of the devices installed on one channel may be used

simultaneously with any of the devices on the other

channel. Two devices that share a channel may be used

alternately. When installing the devices try to determine

which devices will be used simultaneously and set them

on opposite channels.

Example: Mouse One is used by a presenter for cursor control, and

Mouse Two and a keyboard are used by an assistant to input

data. Mouse One is set at channel 3. Mouse Two is also set at

channel 3 and the keyboard is set at channel 5.

With this configuration, Mouse One and the keyboard can be

used simultaneously. Or, Mouse Two and the keyboard can be

used simultaneously. However since Mouse One and Mouse

Two share the same channel, they can only be used alter-

nately.

A low-power consumer device (i.e., Ultra Mouse with 30-

ft. range) should not be used simultaneously with a high-

power professional device (i.e., RF Keyboard with 100-ft.

range). One or both devices may not work properly if data

is being transmitted by the two units at the same time.

For optimal simultaneous performance, it is

recommended that you use two low-powered devices or

two high-powered devices. If you wish to use both a high-

and low-power device simultaneously, it is recommended

that you alternate usage between the devices.

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Keyboard Troubleshooting Tips

Symptom Reason Solution

Computer does not

recognize data input Keyboard and

Receiver not syn-

chronized

Perform a Teach/Learn sequence

(see “Setting Up and Synchroniz-

ing the Keyboard and the Gyration

RF Receiver” on page 1).

Radio interference Change the device’s channel set-

ting (see “Changing the Channel

the Keyboard is Using” on page 3).

Move receiver away from other

electronic devices (e.g. monitor,

speakers, radio, etc.).

Keyboard is off Power it on (see “Powering the

Keyboard On and Off” on page 4).

Dead batteries Replace batteries.

Keystrokes are not

consistently recog-

nized

Radio interference Change the device’s channel set-

ting (see “Changing the Channel

the Keyboard is Using” on page 3).

Move receiver away from other

electronic devices (e.g. monitor,

speakers, radio, etc.).

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Regulatory Information

Attention! This device emits radio frequencies and has not

been certified by the FAA for use onboard aircraft. Do not use

this device at any time onboard civil aircraft. To minimize the

possibility of interference, power off the Compact Keyboard to

ensure the device remains off during flight.

FCC Statement

The Compact Keyboard and RF Receiver have been tested

and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment

generates, uses and radiates radio 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, which

can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (television,

radio, etc.).

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

3. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for additional help.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

the party responsible for compliance could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment. Contact Gyration, Inc.,

12930 Saratoga Avenue, Bldg. C, Saratoga CA 95070.

Technical Support: 408-973-7086. These devices comply with

Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. these devices may not cause harmful interference, and

2. these devices must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

The Compact Keyboard operates in the frequency band of

49.825 to 49.895 MHz with RF output power of less than 30

MicroWatts EIRP (Effective Isotropic Radiated Power).

Warning: Using these products in any way other than as

described in this manual or altering the antenna in any way

may violate FCC rules. FCC ID: JJ4-GP221-001 Compact

Keyboard; Receiver: AS00262-001

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the

Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les

exigences du Règelement sur le matériel brouil-leur du

Canada.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We  GYRATION, INC.

  12930 Saratoga Avenue, Suite C

  Saratoga, CA 95070

  Phone 408-255-3016

Declare under our sole responsibility that the product

  USB MINI DUAL RECEIVER

  PART NO. AS00262-001

Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules

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Contacting Gyration

If you have any questions on your new Gyration product,

please contact us.

Main Office

Gyration, Inc.

Phone: 408-255-3016

Fax: 408-255-9075

Sales

Phone: 800-316-5432 (Toll-free in US and Canada)

Fax: 408-387-5130

E-mail: sales@gyration.com

Technical Support

Phone: 408-973-7086

Fax: 408-973-7669

E-mail: support@gyration.com

Product Support: www.gyration.com/support.htm

World Wide Web

www.gyration.com

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Technical Support-UK

Phone:0870 442 8669hone: 0870 442 8669

E-mail: uksupport@gyration.com

Product Support:www.gyration.com/support_ uk.htm.htm

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Technical Support-Germany

Phone:0 61 81 / 94 36 33 70

E-mail: support@gyration.de

Product Support: www.gyration.com/support_ german.htm

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Warranty Information

Gyration products come with a two-year hardware warranty.

Gyration, Inc., (Gyration) warrants products against defects in

material and workmanship for a period of two years from the

date of purchase from Gyration or an authorized Gyration

agent. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and

is not transferable. This warranty does not cover any

incompatibilities due to the user's computer, hardware,

software or any other related system configuration in which

the product interfaces. Proof of purchase will be required

before any warranty consideration by Gyration occurs. This

warranty does not cover any damage caused by negligence,

non-authorized modifications, or parts installed without prior

written permission from Gyration. This warranty does not

apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse,

misuse, or misapplication, nor as a result of service to the

product by anyone other than by Gyration.

Gyration is not responsible for any lost profits, lost

savings or other incidental or consequential damages

arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this

product. This includes damage to property and, to the

extent permitted by law, damages for personal injury.

This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties including

implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a

particular purpose.

Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or

exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,

so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty

gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights

which may vary from state to state. This warranty applies only

to these products, and is governed by the laws of the State of

California.

Trademark Information

© 2003 Gyration, Inc. All rights reserved. Gyration and the Gyration

logo are trademarks of Gyration, Inc. in the United States and other

countries. All other trade names mentioned are the property of their

respective companies. US Patent Numbers: 5,440,326; 5,898,421;

5,825,350 and other pending patents.

Gyration Compact Keyboard

User Manual

DL00056-001 Rev B

Gyration, Inc.

408.255.3016

www.gyration.com