GyroRemote and Mobile RF Keyboard User Manual
Product Specifications Spec System Requirements GyroRemote T T T T T Keyboard RF Receiver 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* Available USB port CD ROM drive (for GyroTools installation) Microsoft or Mac compatible mouse driver Size 7.75”L x 2”W x 1.5”H (19.7cm x 5.1cm x 3.8cm) 12.
GyroRemote To Set Up and Synchronize the GyroRemote and the Receiver: 1. Power on your computer and connect the Receiver USB cable into an available USB port on your computer. 2. Follow standard USB device installation screens. 3. Insert 4 AAA batteries into GyroRemote handset. 4. Press and hold the LEARN button on the Receiver for 2 seconds. The STATUS light will blink slowly, indicating that the receiver is in “Learn Mode.” 5. Press the TEACH button on the GyroRemote handset.
6. OPTIONAL: To exit “Learn Mode,” press the LEARN button on the Receiver for 2 seconds. Otherwise, after five minutes, Learn Mode will automatically time out. If more than one Gyration remote and/or keyboard is being installed on the system, place the Receiver into Learn Mode (step 4 above) only once, then “Teach” each device before exiting Learn Mode. Do not push the Learn button on the receiver for each device to be added. (Also see “Installing 3 or More Devices” on page 13.
To Determine Which Channel GyroRemote is Using GyroRemote has eight individual channels available to it. To determine which channel a device is currently using: 1. Press and quickly release the CHANNEL button on the GyroRemote handset. Count the number of times the green LED light on the top of the handset flashes. The number of flashes indicates the channel the handset is using.
Using GyroRemote GyroRemote provides great flexibility in how you control your computer. GyroRemote has no line-of-sight requirements. This means it’s not necessary to point the device at the computer, receiver, or TV screen. Find a comfortable, relaxed position and move the cursor with easy wrist movements. The following instructions assume you have already set up and synchronized GyroRemote and the Receiver (see set up steps above). 1.
Powering Off GyroRemote After 3 minutes of non-use, GyroRemote enters a Sleep Mode that conserves battery life. In Sleep Mode the unit only uses battery power when a button is pushed. It is not necessary to power down the unit when it is idle unless the unit will be traveling and may encounter inadvertent button presses. 1. To power down GyroRemote, simultaneously press and release the CHANNEL button and TEACH button on the side of unit.
4. Replace battery cover. Four alkaline AAA batteries will generally provide up to six months of use in a typical presentation environment. Fine-tuning Cursor Control GyroRemote uses your standard Windows mouse driver. Any settings that are available to a standard desktop mouse are also available to GyroRemote. Multiple factors will determine how you adjust your mouse to suit your preference including screen resolution, mouse driver version and overall personal preference.
Gyration Mobile Keyboard To Set Up and Synchronize the Keyboard with the Receiver 1. Power on your computer and connect the Receiver USB cable into an available USB port on your computer. 2. Follow standard USB device installation screens. 3. Insert 4 AAA batteries into the Keyboard. 4. Press and hold the LEARN button on the Receiver for 2 seconds. The STATUS light will blink slowly, indicating that the receiver is in “Learn Mode.” 5.
6. OPTIONAL: Press the LEARN button on the Receiver for 2 seconds to exit “Learn Mode.” Otherwise, after five minutes, Learn Mode will automatically time out. If more than one device is being installed on the same system, place the Receiver into Learn Mode (step 4 above) only once, then “Teach” each device before exiting Learn Mode. Do not push the LEARN button on the receiver for each device to be added. (See “Installing 3 or More Devices” on page 13.
To Change 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. To change the channel: 1. Click and hold the CHANNEL button on the RF Keyboard for 2 seconds. When you release the button, the keyboard will change to the next channel and the green LED will flash. The number of times the green LED flashes indicates the new channel the keyboard is using.
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
Special Keyboard Media Keys (Continued) Key OS Support Program Support 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, laun
Gyration RF Receiver Learn Button Pressing the LEARN button for 2 seconds puts the receiver into “Learn Mode” allowing you to synchronize one or more devices with the receiver. After devices have been synchronized, pressing the LEARN button again for 2 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.
T The Status LED 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. T The Status LED blinks slowly (1 blink per second) when the receiver is in Learn Mode and is awaiting a Teach instruction from a device. T The Status LED blinks rapidly for a 4-second burst when it is in Learn Mode and processing a Teach instruction and synchronizing the receiver with the device.
simultaneously with any of the devices on the other channel. Two devices that share a channel may not be used simultaneously. When installing the devices try to determine which devices will be used simultaneously and set them on opposite channels. The following example describes a single-receiver system with two remotes and a keyboard that requires one remote to be used by a presenter for cursor control while another presenter inputs data on the keyboard.
GyroRemote Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Reason Solution GyroRemote LED comes on when activate button is pressed, but receiver is unresponsive Remote and Receiver not Synchronized Perform a Teach/Learn sequence. (See “GyroRemote” on page 1.) Cursor is visible but shows no movement Gyro not activated Squeeze the trigger, double-click trigger or press crescent shaped Gyro Lock button on top of GyroRemote. Cursor movement is choppy or erratic Radio Interference 1.
Keyboard Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Reason Solution Keyboard and Receiver not Synchronized Perform a Teach/Learn sequence (see page 7). Radio interference 1. Change the device’s channel setting (See “To Change the Channel the Keyboard is Using” on page 9). 2. Move receiver away from other electronic devices (e.g. monitor, speakers, radio, etc.). Computer does not recognize data input Keystrokes are not consistently recognized Dead batteries Replace batteries. Radio interference 1.
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 GYROREMOTE TO ENSURE THAT GYROREMOTE REMAINS OFF DURING FLIGHT. FCC Statement The GyroRemote, Keyboard and 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.
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 GyroRemote and Keyboard operate in the frequency band of 49.82 to 49.9 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.
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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.
International Radio Compatibility United States, Brazil, Canada, Israel CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE 8 49mhz 100 ft. (30.5 m) Australia, European Union, Czech Republic, Hong Kong, Hungary, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Switzerland, Thailand CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE 4 40mhz 30.5 m (100 ft.) Japan, South Korea CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE 8 49mhz 7.6 m (25 ft.) China, Taiwan CHANNELS FREQUENCY RANGE 4 40mhz 7.6 m (25 ft.
GyroRemote & RF Keyboard User Manual PA00169-001 Rev. C Gyration, Inc. 12930 Saratoga Avenue, Bldg. C Saratoga, CA 95070 1.800.316.5432 www.gyration.
