DSI KBFK101 Keyboard User Manual users manual

DSI International, Taiwan Keyboard users manual

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M A T I A S C O R P O R A T I O N © 2 0 0 3A L L R I G H T S R E S E R V E DMATIASHALF-QWERTYKEYBOARDPC & MACINTOSH
1CONTENTS1Getting Started2How It Works4LEFT HAND TYPING5RIGHT HAND TYPING6TYPING A SPACE OR BACKSPACE CHARACTER6TYPING A CAPITAL LETTER7TYPING A SPECIAL SYMBOL7TURNING ONE-HANDED TYPING ON / OFF8Tutorials for (Former) Two-Handed Typists8LEFT HAND TYPING9RIGHT HAND TYPING10 Avoiding Computer-Related Injuries12 HelpLegal StuffGETTING STARTEDThe Half-QWERTY Keyboard is compatible with a standardkeyboard. Just plug it in and you're ready to type.MACINTOSH USERSFor Mac users, we include the Matias Keyboard Enabler CD.The Enabler allows the Half-QWERTY keyboard to correctly configurethe Ctrl, Option, and ⌘ keys for use with a Mac.To install the Enabler, please follow the installation instructions onthe CD. Mac OS 9 and OS X versions are included.
2 3HOW IT WORKS4LEFT HAND TYPING5RIGHT HAND TYPING6TYPING A SPACE OR BACKSPACE CHARACTER6TYPING A CAPITAL LETTER7TYPING A SPECIAL SYMBOL7TURNING ONE-HANDED TYPING ON / OFFRegular desktop keyboards have two sides (left and right),one for each hand:The Half-QWERTY keyboard also has two sides, but it letsyou access both sides using just one hand...
4 5LEFT HAND TYPINGTyping with your left hand is just like on a regular keyboard:The other side of the keyboard is accessed using the space bar.When you hold down the space bar, the layout remaps to the right sideof keyboard:The remapping is done so that the finger movements are the same asused in two-handed touch-typing (e.g.: right index finger to left indexfinger, right ring finger to left ring finger, etc.). This makes it very easyand quick to learn if you're already trained in touch-typing.If you're not trained, it's just as easy to learn as two-handed touch-typing and takes the same amount of time. You can even learn it in aregular typing class.RIGHT HAND TYPINGTyping with your right hand is just like on a regular keyboard:The other side of the keyboard is accessed using the space bar.When you hold down the space bar, the layout remaps to the left sideof keyboard:The remapping is done so that the finger movements are the same asused in two-handed touch-typing (e.g.: left index finger to right indexfinger, left ring finger to right ring finger, etc.). This makes it very easyand quick to learn if you're already trained in touch-typing.If you're not trained, it's just as easy to learn as two-handed touch-typing and takes the same amount of time. You can even learn it in aregular typing class.
6 7TYPING A SPACE CHARACTERTo type a space, simply tap the space bar, just as you would on a normalkeyboard.TYPING A BACKSPACESpace-TabTo type a backspace, simply hold down the space bar and tap the Tabkey.TYPING A CAPITAL LETTERThe Half-QWERTY Keyboard has a feature called Sticky Keys, whichlets you use modifier keys without holding them down.To type a capital-A, you don't need to hold down the Shift key.Simply tap the Shift key once and then tap the key you wantcapitalized.Sticky Keys also works for the Ctrl and Alt keys.TYPING A SPECIAL SYMBOLThe special symbols in the lower left corner of each key are typed bytapping the Shift key twice. Tap the Shift key twice and then tap thekey with the desired symbol.TURNING ONE-HANDED TYPING ON / OFFThe key above the number pad labelled “1/2” turns one-handed typingon and off.Press once for one-handed typing.Press twice for two-handed typing.Even with one-handed typing switched on, the keyboard will still letyou type two-handed.
8 9TUTORIALS FOR (FORMER) TWO-HANDED TYPISTSLEFT HAND TYPINGThis tutorial is written for a person who wishes to type with their lefthand only. Generally, right-handed users should type using their lefthand — this leaves the dominant hand free to use a mouse or stylus.❶Place your left hand on the keyboard, and type thefollowing words. Try not to think about the other side of thekeyboard.safe wax serve gas case sew taste fax❷Hold down the Space bar with your thumb, and type thefollowing words, remembering that the keyboard is now inright-side mode.jump poll hop milk noun hum lump kin❸Type the following words. Some words will require you tohold down the Space bar, while others will not.safe poll care oil feed kin star hum❹Type the following words. Some letters will require you tohold down the Space bar, while others will not. Try toconcentrate on the left side of the keyboard. If the letter youwant to type is not on the side you are thinking of (left), youknow you have to hold down the Space bar to type it.the that rock corporation perfume informRIGHT HAND TYPINGThis tutorial is written for a person who wishes to type with theirright hand only. Generally, left-handed users should type using theirright hand — this leaves the dominant hand free to use a mouse orstylus.❶Place your right hand on the keyboard, and type thefollowing words. Try not to think about the other side of thekeyboard.jump poll hop milk noun hum lump❷Hold down the Space bar with your thumb, and type thefollowing words, remembering that the keyboard is now in left-side mode.safe wax serve gas case sew taste❸Type the following words. Some words will require you tohold down the Space bar, while others will not.poll safe oil care kin feed hum❹Type the following words. Some letters will require you tohold down the Space bar, while others will not. Try toconcentrate on the right side of the keyboard. If the letter youwant to type is not on the side you are thinking of (right), youknow you have to hold down the Space bar to type it.the that rock corporation perfume inform
10 11AVOIDING COMPUTER-RELATED INJURIESWith increased computer use, computer-related injuries have increasedas well. There are many reasons for this. We’ve listed a few below sothat you can watch out for them, and avoid getting injured yourself.A certain percentage of the population is physiologically predisposedto injury. Some people are just less sturdy than others. If you havesmall wrists, or long thin bones, you are more likely to sustain an injury,typing or otherwise, and therefore should be extra careful.The psychology of computer use makes it easier to sustain an injury. Inparticular, it is very easy to lose track of time while using a computer.Combined with bad posture, injury becomes more likely. To counteractthis, take periodic breaks from your work. Frequent short breaks(several an hour) help reduce fatigue and the risk of injury.Bad work-area ergonomics is another major cause of computer-relatedinjuries:Chair: Sit with your feet flat on the floor and the backs of yourknees slightly higher than the seat of your chair. Use a foot rest ifnecessary. Your chair should support your lower back. Also, avoidchairs with arm-rests that are too high — they will force yourshoulders up, restricting your movement and prevent you from relaxingyour shoulders. It is a very common problem with many office chairs.Monitor: If possible, position your monitor at eye-level so you’renot hunched-over to look at the screen. In particular, users of notebookcomputers often experience neck pain, because their monitor height isnot adjustable and the keyboard position is fixed, forcing them to lookdown at the screen. Laptop stands are available that can easilyremedy this problem.Keyboard: When typing, your shoulders should be relaxed. Yourupper arm and forearm should form a right angle, with your wrist andhand in roughly a straight line. Use a soft touch on the keyboard andkeep your hands and fingers relaxed. If desk height is too high, mounta keyboard tray underneath.Work Area: Organize your work area so that commonly used itemsare within easy reach, and don’t require a lot of bending forward orstretching to reach them.Also, periodically take a moment to think about whether you feelcomfortable, and change position if necessary.Finally, keep in mind that you are typing with only one hand. You areusing one hand to do the job most people use two hands for. So, be extracareful. If you’re sore, take a break; stretch a bit. If you’re in pain,go see a doctor. Don’t wait; go right away. Waiting could result in aminor injury turning into a more serious one.The general rules are preventative:❶Keep your wrists straight, elbows at right angles, and shouldersrelaxed.❷If possible, position your monitor at eye-level so you’re nothunched-over looking at the screen.❸Take frequent short rest breaks (several an hour).❹Don’t spend long periods of time in one position.❺Notice when you’re tense and consciously try to relax.ªOccasionally rest your eyes. From time to time focus your eyes on adistant object, and blink often while you work.ºGet plenty of sleep at night.
12HELPIf you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can contact us at:Tel: (905) 265-884410:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)Email: help@half-qwerty.comRegular mail:Matias Corporation129 Rowntree Dairy Road #20Vaughan, Ontario, L4L 6E1, CanadaMUTE AND CD EJECT KEYSOn some operating systems, a special driver is required for these keys towork.Drivers for Mac OS 9 and OS X are currently undergoing testing and willbe released soon.LEGAL STUFFLIMITED WARRANTYMatias Corporation ("Matias") warrants to the original end user ("Customer") that this product will befree from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use, for one year from the date oforiginal purchase from Matias or its authorized reseller. Matias' sole obligation under this expresswarranty shall be (at Matias' option and expense) to repair or replace the product or part with acomparable product or part. All products or parts that are replaced become the property of Matias.LIMITATION OF LIABILITYTo the full extent allowed by law, Matias excludes for itself and its suppliers any liability (whetherbased in contract or in tort, including negligence) for incidental, consequential, indirect, special, orpunitive damages of any kind, or for loss of revenue or profits, loss of business, loss of information ordata, or other financial loss arising out of or in connection with the sale, installation, maintenance, use,performance, failure, or interruption of this product, even if Matias or its authorized reseller has beenadvised of the possibility of such damages, and limits its liability to replacement, repair, or refund of thepurchase price paid, at Matias' option. This disclaimer of liability for damages will not be affected ifany remedy provided herein shall fail of its essential purpose.SAFETY STATEMENTWarning: Prolonged or improper use of a keyboard may result in discomfort or injury.You should use the method of inputting data into your computer that is most comfortable for you.This keyboard is not intended for extended or intensive use. If discomfort develops, consider changingyour method of input or the manner in which you use the keyboard or stylus/mouse/trackball. Ifdiscomfort or pain persists, either decrease usage or consult a medical or ergonomics professional.FCC STATEMENTThis equipment has 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 protectionagainst harmful interference 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 causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferenceby 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.CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliancecould void the user's authority to operate the equipment.TRADEMARKS AND PATENTSMatias, the Matias logo, and Half-QWERTY Keyboard are trademarks of Matias Corporation. Othernames may be trademarks and their owners are respectfully acknowledged. The Half-QWERTYKeyboard is patented in Canada (1,336,418), United States (5,288,158), Europe (489,792), Australia(647,750), and Japan (3,001,628).

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