Kinesis KB510USB USB Contoured Ergonomic Keyboards Manuel d'utilisateur

Kinesis® Advantage MPC™ USB Contoured™ Ergonomic Keyboards(Mac/PC switchable)USER’S MANUAL

Traditional PC (Windows) International keyboard. Note the extra international key next to left Shift.Advantage keyboard configured for Windows PC (fac

Macintosh traditional keyboardMacintosh configuration of Advantage keyboard (Use =m instant configuration setting) Alphanumeric Keypads of the Advanta

Keys which differ for PC and MacintoshThere are several keys with different legends or different actions when comparing aPC/Windows keyboard with a Ma

Macintosh mode (= m) Mac actions not legended except Key actions in Windows mode, default (= w)Key actions in PC (non-windows) mode (= p)hand motions

Embedded actions of right-side function keys.Right-side function keysFunction KeysThe function keys comprise two elevated, tilted rows of soft, tactil

Embedded numeric keypad ofKinesis Contoured keyboard(Num Lock on)Keypad section oftraditional Mac keypadAccessing the embedded function key levelEmbed

PC embedded keypad actions withNum Lock offLEDs in center of keyboardUsing “Num Lock” and other special embedded actionsThe Num Lock function can be c

CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATIONAttach the Kinesis keyboard to a compatible computer in the same way you would attach atraditional USB keyboard. No special e

If you experience any problems in attaching a mouse or other low-power USB device to theback of the keyboard, try re-plugging the keyboard into the co

(www.kinesis.com) for more information (see CHAPTER SIX: TROUBLE SHOOTING, TECHNICALSUPPORT, REPAIRS...). Warning: Do not plug a telephone into any fo

PositioningWhen you use your keyboard, your wrists should be at approximately the same height as yourelbows, with your forearms parallel to the floor.

CHAPTER THREE: ADAPTATION GUIDELINESMany experienced computer users, when presented with a Kinesis contoured keyboard for thefirst time, overestimate

keyboard. You also may experience muscle fatigue and/or mild discomfort for a few days untilyour body has adjusted to the required positions and motio

CHAPTER FOUR: IF YOU ARE INJUREDThe Kinesis keyboard is designed to reduce the physical stresses that all keyboard usersexperience — whether or not th

Remember, even if you are symptom free after using the Kinesis keyboard for a period oftime, you are still susceptible to injury. Do not dramatically

CHAPTER FIVE: CUSTOMIZING YOUR KEYBOARD You can personalize the settings that control the electronic key click and toggle-key tones.Two non-volatile

(e.g. key click, memory reset, macro memory configuration).Turning on and off audible tones (Progrm + hyphen)The keyboard includes change-of-state ton

Memory locking switch (Advantage Pro model)Macro size (approximate number of characters per macro)Keyboard model 24 macro mode 36 macro mode 48 macro

Sticky keys feature for Ctrl, Alt, and Shift (Progrm + modifier + F6)A “sticky” modifier key may be useful because it doesn’t need to be held down whe

Remapping from embedded level to top levelYou can copy an “embedded” key action (such as a “Windows” key) to the top level to makeit more convenient.

USER’S MANUALKinesis® Advantage™ MPC USB Contoured™ Ergonomic KeyboardsMac/PC Switchable ModelsKEYBOARD MODELS COVERED:KB500USB, Advantage MPC USB key

Output delays, data entry during macro playback (Progrm+F8, Progrm+F7)Two special features are useful for advanced macro programming. Macros can bepro

CHAPTER SIX: TROUBLE SHOOTING, TECHNICALSUPPORT, REPAIRS, ACCESSORIES, AND UPGRADESTrouble shootingIf you have questions about installing or operatin

A single key doesn't operateA single dead key is usually the result of a spill or other dirt penetrating the keyboard, or a badsolder joint conne

replacement parts or will arrange with you for the repair of the product. When you contactKinesis, please provide your name, address, and the serial n

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CHAPTER SEVEN: CARING FOR YOUR KEYBOARDA few simple precautions can help to ensure the trouble-free operation of your Kinesiskeyboard. Avoid eating o

KINESIS KEYBOARD LIMITED WARRANTYKinesis Corporation (“Kinesis”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Kinesiskeyboard (“Product”) is fr

APPENDIX A: ERGONOMIC GUIDELINES Adapting tools and environments to reflect human capabilities — the science of ergonomics — is crucial toenhancing co

Adjusting your work surfaceThe proper height of the work surface is related to the clearance you have beneath it to accommodate yourlegs while in a se

Default (Windows) configuration showing on-board Dvorak layout and optional dual legends.APPENDIX B: DVORAK LAYOUTS (KINESIS ON-BOARD DVORAK)Hold down

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTNote This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Appendix D: Mac INTERNATIONAL KEY ACTIONSThe key to the left of Left arrow (²) is the "International key" which changes with the keyboard co

Function key actions with Instant Configuration Group FeaturesTo change a setting, pressing and hold the “=” key in the number row (above the Tab key)

Individual Feature SettingsThese key combinations can be performed to change the status of an individual feature. To change a setting,pressing and hol

Dvorak layout ... 10,39 Instant configuration settings, details ...

TABLE OF CONTENTSHealth and Safety Warning ... 6Read-me-first ...

HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGContinuous use of any keyboard may cause aches and pains or more serious cumulativetrauma disorders such as tendinitis and ca

READ ME FIRSTImportant information for those who don’t normally read manuals — and forthose who do!Preserving your warranty right. You don't need

Adaptation schedule. Many new users of Kinesis contoured keyboards believe it will bedifficult to adapt. However, years of experience has shown us tha

CHAPTER ONE: QUICK TOUR OF THE KINESISADVANTAGE MPC USB CONTOURED KEYBOARDWelcome to the HumanKind™ environment of the Kinesis® Contoured™ ergonomicke