ZoomText Large-Print Keyboard User's Guide
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1. 2008 Ai Squared P O Box 669 Manchester Center VT 05255 USA Contents A FOU HOME SR ny er ce errr moe 2 DY SEI ISCO UITCIMEIILS wo ont senses teen mens 3 Installing the Keyboard Software 4 Updating the Keyboard Software 5 CONNECHNG The Keyboard nsenne 6 THe ZOOM LEC Keyboard eee 7 The ZoomText Feature Keys 8 Using the Feature Keys with ZOOM ext MAS ses 8 Feature Keys Descriptions 9 ZoomText Keyboard Settings 12 The ZoomText Keyboard Tray Icon 12 The Zoom Text Keyboard Settings Dialog 13 The Assign Key Wizard 16 Assigning Zoom Text Commands 19 Assigning Windows Commands 25 Assigning Program Commands 28 Disabling the ZoomText Feature Keys 29 ADDIeViated Key Labels 30 What the Keyboard Lights Mean 31 MIA FETA OC ES annees 32 TROUDICSNOO UNG ses seen 33 Fee VY arD O reis cou 34 CAES Warani de 35 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a ZoomText Large Print Keyboard with easy typing and quick access to Zoom lext 9 Your new ZoomText keyboard features large print keycaps that are easy to see even in low light allowing for fast accurate typing and reduced eyestrain The ZoomText keyboard also includes 16 dedicated keys providing fast one touch access to ZoomText s most important features With the ZoomText feature keys you can e Start Zoomlext e Display the ZoomText to2. Zoom Text Keyboard Settings allow you to customize the feature keys according to your needs Each feature key can be assigned to your choice of ZoomText Internet and multimedia commands or to open a specific program web page or document The keyboard settings also allow you to configure how the keyboard software starts and appears on your system The ZoomText Keyboard Tray Icon When the ZoomText keyboard software is running its program icon appears in the system tray next to the clock Clicking on the tray icon will pop up a menu that allows you to e Open the ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog e Disable the ZoomText feature keys e View program version information e Open the ZoomText Keyboard Help system Open ZoomText Keyboard Disable All Feature Keys About ZoomText keyboard Help ZoomText Keyboard tray menu ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 13 The ZoomText Keyboard Settings Dialog The ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog allows you to examine the current feature key command assignments and reassign them to perform alternate commands using the Assign Key wizard The Keyboard Settings dialog also allows you to disable all of the feature keys and hide the ZoomText keyboard tray icon gt To open the keyboard settings dialog Do one of the following e Click on the ZoomText keyboard icon in the system tray and then select Open ZoomText Keyboard from the tray menu e Inthe Windows Start menu
3. next web page Refreshes the current web page in the default browser Aborts downloading of a web page or file in the default web browser Activates the default web browser s search tool Opens the default web browser s list of favourites Launches the default email program Launches the default media player Toggles play and pause in the default media player Continued ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 2 7 Media Stop Media Next Track Media Previous Track Volume Up Volume Down Volume Mute Stops the media player Moves to the next track in the default media player Moves to the previous track in the default media player Increases the volume Decreases the volume Mutes the volume 28 Assigning Program Commands When selecting the Start a program web page or document option in the Assign Key wizard the dialog shown below will appear This dialog allows you to specify a program web page or document to open when pressing the feature key that you ve chosen in the ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog gt To assign a program command to a ZoomText feature key e Enter the path or URL for the program web page or document that you want to open and then click the Finish button fission Key Start Key Type the path to 4 program web page or document or click Browse to Find it Assign Key wizard p
4. or not an update is available If an update is available follow the instructions for downloading and installing the update Note An Internet connection is required to use this feature Connecting the Keyboard The Zoom Text Keyboard can be connected to your computer through a USB port recommended or a PS 2 port gt To connect to a USB Port 1 Plug the rectangular USB connector located at the end of the keyboard cable into your computer s rectangular USB port gt To connect to a PS 2 Port 1 2 Shut down and turn off your computer Attach the USB to PS 2 adapter included to the USB connector located at the end of the keyboard cable Plug the keyboard into the round PS 2 keyboard port on your computer Lo Turn on your computer and start SQ using your ZoomText keyboard io at a E Pa m d ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide The ZoomText Keyboard The ZoomText Large Print Keyboard has a common key layout so adapting to subtle differences between your old and new keyboard should be quick and easy Learning to use the 18 ZoomText feature keys is also easy thanks to their familiar layout and labelling which closely mirrors the layout of buttons on the ZoomText 9 user interface In fact with the feature keys starting and operating ZoomText couldn t be easier Just press the Start key to launch ZoomText the 1 t key in the row Once ZoomText is running try out the o
5. ZoomText coom Text Opens and closes the ZoomText toolbar Toggles ZoomText s colour A enhancements on and off Color Toggles ZoomText s mouse pointer enhancements on and off NS Pointer Continued Increases ZoomText s magnification A Px Description Button Toggles ZoomText s text cursor I enhancements on and off _Ursor Opens the Desktop Finder Opens the Web Finder Web Decreases ZoomText s magnification A 5 1 75x 0 level one level at a time Power level one level at a time Power By default the following feature keys are assigned to speech and reading features that are only available in ZoomText Magnifier Reader If you are using ZoomText Magnifier you can reassign these keys to perform alternate available commands For more information see ZoomText Keyboard Settings on page 12 gt 3 3 a a zJ ZoomText Large Print Keyboard Users Guide Description Decreases ZoomText s speech rate Increases ZoomText s speech rate Launches AppReader to read text within the last active application Launches DocReader to read text from the last active application Launches the Speaklt tool allowing you to read selected areas of the screen Toggles ZoomText s typing echo on and off Toggles ZoomText s mouse echo on and off Turns speech output on and off b Typing 11 12 ZoomText Keyboard Settings The
6. ZoomText dealer Your warranty covers your purchase not the exact keyboard you are using If your keyboard is submitted for repair or replacement your warranty continues from the original purchase date it does not restart with arrival of your new or repaired keyboard Return Policy for All Keyboard Purchases In order to return a keyboard to Ai Squared for repair or replacement you must first obtain an RMA Return Merchandise Authorization number from your ZoomText dealer No returns will be processed without a valid RMA Number To obtain your RMA please contact your ZoomText dealer Ai Squared will pay shipping charges for the return of a defective product for the first 30 days after your original purchase date Once you have spoken to us we will arrange for our shipper to pick your package up and apply an appropriate shipping label At our discretion we will repair or replace the keyboard 36 If your keyboard fails after the first 30 days of usage you must still obtain an RMA from us and then ship the item to Ai Squared at your own expense We will repair or replace your keyboard and ship it back to you at no cost to you ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 37 92 Ai Squared Phone 802 362 3612 Fax 802 362 1670 Email sales aisquared com support aisquared com Mail P O Box 669 Manchester Center VT 05255 USA www aisquared com
7. ZoomlIext Large Print Keyboard User s Guide pee Ai Squared Copyrights ZoomText Keyboard Software Copyright 2008 Algorithmic Implementations Inc All Rights Reserved ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide Copyright 2008 Algorithmic Implementations Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized copying duplicating selling or otherwise distributing this software or documentation is a violation of Federal Copyright Law No part of this publication can be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without the express written consent of Algorithmic Implementations Inc d b a Ai Squared Trademarks ZoomText is a registered trademark of Algorithmic Implementations Inc ZoomText Large Print Keyboard is a trademark of Algorithmic Implementations Inc Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Software License Agreement The software included with this product is licensed not sold You must either agree to the license contract in the software Setup screen or promptly return the ZoomText Large Print Keyboard along with the software for a refund excluding the return costs After you install the software you may consult the license and the Limited Warranty for the product at any time by looking in the Legal Information section of the software Help files You may also print a copy for your records Third Edition March
8. ate the status of the Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock toggle keys For example if Num Lock is on the Num Lock light is on if Caps Lock is off the Caps Lock light is off a ZoomText Keyboard lights 32 Maintenance e Liquid is spilled on the keyboard If any liquid is spilled on the keyboard switch off your computer immediately and unplug the keyboard Turn the keyboard upside down to drain the liquid o If the liquid is water simply let the keyboard dry before using it again o If the liquid is a sticky substance drain the liquid and then completely wipe the keyboard with a damp cloth Allow the keyboard to dry before reconnecting it to the computer e Keeping your keyboard clean For optimum performance keep your keyboard clean and free of debris such as food crumbs or dust Keyboards should be cleaned on a monthly basis with a spray and wipe cleaner applied to a cloth Be sure the computer is turned off before cleaning ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 33 Troubleshooting If you encounter problems with your ZoomText keyboard you can find troubleshooting information in the ZoomText Keyboard Help system gt To access troubleshooting information 1 Inthe system tray click on the ZoomText Keyboard icon and select Help The ZoomText Keyboard Help system opens 2 Inthe Contents tab select the Maintenance and Troubleshooting book 3 Select the Troubleshooting topic T
9. choose Programs gt ZoomText Keyboard gt ZoomText Keyboard The ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog appears 14 Zoom Text Keyboard Settings ZoomText Large Print Keyboard You can assign any of the ZoomText features keys located at the top of the keyboard to perform your choice of Zoomlexk command Windows Internet or multimedia command Open an application web page or document To reassign key select it From the list below and click on Assign Key Rey Label Assigned Command coom ext F4 Stare zoomText Et CIN OFF Enable Disable ZoomText Se Toolbar foomText Toolbar Enhancements me Color Enable Disable Color Enhancements Es Pointer Enable Disable Pointer Enhancements I Cursor Enable Disable Cursor Enhancements Finders CA Desktop Open Desktop Finder Open web Finder Power amp Speech Rate Increase Power Other Settings Disable all feature keys Display a ZoomText Keyboard icon in tray ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog The following table describes the ZoomText keyboard settings ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 15 Setting Key Label Assigned Command Assign Key Restore Defaults Disable all feature keys Display a ZoomText Keyboard icon in tray Description Displays a list of ZoomText feature keys Displays a description of the command that s currently assigned to the associated feature key Ope
10. de or Quick Reference Guide To install the ZoomText keyboard software follow the instructions provided below gt To install the keyboard software 1 Insert the ZoomText keyboard software CD into the CD drive The Setup program will start automatically 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation eae een 7 rte L a E 2S Due ee ee T TE pi Fer LU exi j Large Print Keyboard 4 k Castor totter 1 In the Windows Start menu select Run Browse to your CD ROM drive gt If Setup does not start automatically 2 3 Select the Setup program and click Open 4 Click OK in the Run dialog box ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 5 Updating the Keyboard Software To keep your ZoomText keyboard software up to date with the latest fixes and enhancements you should periodically run the Check for Updates command located in the ZoomText Keyboard program folder The Check for Updates command launches your web browser to the online keyboard update service which checks to see if you are running the latest version of the ZoomText Keyboard software If an update is available instructions appear for downloading and installing the update gt To check for ZoomText keyboard updates e Inthe Windows Start menu choose Programs gt ZoomText Keyboard Check for Updates Your web browser will open to the ZoomText Keyboard updates web page The web page will indicate whether
11. e Speech Rate Decrease Speech Rate Typing Echo Mode Mouse Echo Mode Start AppReader Start DocReader Speak It Tool Turns speech output on and off Increases ZoomText s speech rate one level at a time Decreases ZoomText s speech rate one level at a time Cycles through the typing echo modes Cycles through the mouse echo modes Launches AppReader in the current application Launches DocReader in the current application Activates the Speaklt tool Reading Zones Commands Trigger Reading Zones 1 10 Next Reading Zone Previous Reading Zone Triggers the selected reading zone if exists 1 through 10 Triggers the next reading zone for the current application Triggers the previous reading zone for the current application 24 Screen Reading Commands Say Window Title Speaks the title of the active window Say Focus Speaks the item with focus Say Status Bar Speaks the status bar information Say Time Speaks the current time of day Say Date Speaks the current day Say Clipboard Speaks the contents of the Windows clipboard Cycle Through Cycles through the available speech _ Speech Engines synthesizers on the system Cycle Through Cycles through the verbosity levels Verbosity Levels User Interface Commands start ZoomText Launches the ZoomText program Enable Disable Enables and disables ZoomText ZoomText ZoomText Restores and minimizes the ZoomText Toolbar us
12. e window Enable Disable Colour Enhancements Enable Disable Pointer Enhancements Enable Disable Cursor Enhancements Sets the zoom window type to Docked Top Sets the zoom window type to Docked Bottom Sets the zoom window type to Docked Left Sets the zoom window type to Docked Right Cycles through the zoom window types in order Cycles through the docked zoom window types in order Activates the zoom window Adjust tool used for sizing and moving a zoom window Activates the Freeze tool used for creating and adjusting the Freeze window Enables and disables the Freeze window Enables and disables the selected colour enhancements Enables and disables the selected pointer enhancements Enables and disables the selected cursor enhancements Continued 22 Open Desktop Finder Opens the Desktop Finder Open Web Finder Opens the Web Finder Open Text Finder Opens the Text Finder Miscellaneous Commands Locator Enables and disables the view locator when On Off using the Overlay or Docked zoom windows View Mode Activates View mode Move Mouse Moves the mouse pointer into the magnified To View Ew Move View Moves the magnified view to the location of To Mouse the mouse pointer Pass Thru Forces ZoomText to pass the next hotkey combination to the current application Zoomtlext Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 23 Reader Commands Enable Disable Speech Increas
13. er interface ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 25 Assigning Windows Commands When selecting the Choose from a list of Windows commands option in the Assign Key wizard the dialog shown below will appear This dialog allows you to choose a Windows Internet or multimedia command to assign to the feature key that you ve chosen in the ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog gt To assign a Windows command to a ZoomText feature key e Choose the desired Windows command and then click the Finish button fission Key a x a ARER N A i a F fal a ES E a i F Ve p 1 Er r J a es F 4 F F il Fe P Start Key oy Sop r p i PO mn 1 Paii Pg ie i Bs lt 1 F a PF 7 et isa ee T m ai a L Fi Browser Favorites Browser Forward Browser Home Browser Refresh Browser Search Browser Stop Launch Mail Launch Media Select Media Next Track Media Play Pause Assign Key wizard Windows command options 26 The following table describes the Windows commands that can be assigned to ZoomText feature keys Internet and Multimedia commands Browser Home Browser Back Browser Forward Browser Refresh Browser Stop Browser Search Browser Favourites Launch Mail Launch Media Select Media Play Pause Opens the default browser to the assigned home page Opens the previous web page Opens the
14. fission Key Start Key Select a ZoomText command to assign to the key Start zoomText Trigger Zone 1 Trigger zone 10 Trigger fone 2 Trigger zone 3 Trigger Zone 4 Trigger Zone 5 Trigger Zone 6 Trigger Zone 7 Trigger Zone Trigger Zone 9 LT minan ske hind Assign Key wizard ZoomText command options 20 The following tables describe the ZoomText commands that can be assigned to ZoomText feature keys For complete information on the ZoomText commands refer to your ZoomText User s Guide or the ZoomText Help system Configuration Commands Load Loads the ZoomText configuration if ee ration assigned corresponding to the selected number 1 through 10 Magnification Commands Increase Power Increases ZoomText s magnification level one level at a time Decrease Power Decreases ZoomText s magnification level one level at a time Zoom Window Sets the zoom window type to Full Full Zoom Window Sets the zoom window type to Lens Lens Zoom Window Sets the zoom window type to Line Line Zoom Window Sets the zoom window type to Overlay Overlay Continued ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 21 Zoom Window Docked Top Zoom Window Docked Bottom Zoom Window Docked Left Zoom Window Docked Right Cycle Through Zoom Window Types Cycle Through Docked Window Types Adjust Tool Freeze Window Tool Enable Disable Freez
15. ns the Assign Key wizard for the highlighted item in the Key Label list Restores all feature key assignments to their original settings Disables all of the ZoomText feature keys This option is provided to circumvent conflicts with built in multimedia keys on laptop systems such as volume up down and mute controls When the ZoomText keyboard software is running its system tray icon is displayed 16 The Assign Key Wizard When selecting the Assign Key button in the ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog the Assign Key wizard appears The Assign Key wizard allows you to reassign ZoomText feature keys to your choice of ZoomText commands Windows commands Internet or multimedia or to open an application web page or document gt To reassign ZoomText feature keys 1 Open the ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog and select the key that you want to reassign 2 Click on the Assign Key button The Assign Key wizard opens 3 Under Custom Key Assignment choose the desired assignment type and then click the Next button The wizard will present a list of command options for the selected assignment type For information on command options see Assigning ZoomText Commands on page 19 Assigning Windows Commands on page 25 Assigning Program Commands on page 28 ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 17 You can also hold down the Alt key while pressing a feature key to open the Assign Key wizard fo
16. olbar e Zoom in and out to any magnification level e Activate colour pointer and cursor enhancements e Launch ZoomtText s Desktop and Web Finders e Toggle speech on and off and adjust the reading rate e Launch ZoomtText s AppReader DocReader and Speaklt tools e Activate typing echo and mouse echo You can also assign the ZoomText feature keys to other ZoomText commands your favourite Internet and multimedia commands or to open a program web page or document ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 3 The ZoomText Large Print Keyboard is the perfect companion to ZoomText Magnifier and ZoomText Magnifier Reader versions 9 03 and later When used together your low vision workstation is N Ea LA Eod aa pa A complete Zoomlext System Requirements The following hardware and software is required to use the ZoomText Large Print Keyboard e IBM or compatible computer e USB or PS 2 keyboard port e Windows Vista XP or 2000 operating system e ZoomText 9 03 or later to use the ZoomText feature buttons Installing the Keyboard Software Before you connect the ZoomText keyboard to your system ZoomText Magnifier or Magnifier Reader version 9 03 or later and the ZoomText keyboard software should be installed on your system These installations are required in order to use the ZoomText feature keys To install ZoomText Magnifier or Magnifier Reader refer to your ZoomText User s Gui
17. r that particular key fission Key Start Key Standard Key Assignment Unassign this key Custom key Assignment gt Choose From a list of ZoomText commands Choose From a list of Windows commands Start a program web page or document Assign Key wizard main dialog The following table describes the settings in the Assign Key wizard s main dialog box Setting Use the default setting Unassign this key Choose from a list of ZoomText commands Choose from a list of Windows commands Start a program web page or document Description Restores the selected feature key to its original setting Disables the selected feature key Allows you to assign a ZoomText command to the selected feature key Allows you to assign a Windows command Internet or multi media to the selected feature key Allows you to specify a program web page or document to open when pressing the selected feature key ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 19 Assigning ZoomText Commands When selecting the Choose from a list of ZoomT ext commands option in the Assign Key wizard the dialog shown below will appear This dialog allows you to choose a ZoomText command to assign to the feature key that you ve chosen in the ZoomText Keyboard Settings dialog gt To assign a ZoomText command to a ZoomText feature key e Choose the desired ZoomText command and then click the Finish button
18. rogram command options ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 29 Disabling the ZoomText Feature Keys There may be occasions when you want to disable the Zoom Text feature keys For example when the ZoomText keyboard software has been installed on a laptop computer multimedia and Internet keys that are built into the laptop will generate ZoomText feature key commands This occurs because the built in keys use the same key codes as the ZoomText feature keys If you want the built in multimedia and Internet keys to operate normally you can temporarily disable the ZoomText feature keys gt To disable the ZoomText feature keys e Inthe system tray click on the ZoomText Keyboard icon and select Disable All Feature Keys A checkmark appears next to the menu item gt To re enable the ZoomText feature keys e Inthe system tray click on the ZoomText Keyboard icon and select Disable All Feature Keys The checkmark is removed from the menu item 30 Abbreviated Key Labels To accommodate the large print labelling format on the Zoom Text keyboard some of the conventional key names are abbreviated to fit the keycap These keys are listed below Print Screen Scroll Lock Pause Break Home End Insert Delete Page Up Page Down Num Lock ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 31 What the Keyboard Lights Mean The keyboard lights located above the numeric keypad indic
19. roubleshooting information will appear in the right window pane Note Troubleshooting information may also be found in the knowledge base library on Ai Squared s website located at http www aisquared com Support 34 Health Warning Use of a keyboard may be linked to serious injuries or disorders When using a computer as with many activities you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands arms shoulders neck or other parts of your body However if you experience symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort pain throbbing aching tingling numbness burning sensation or stiffness DO NOT IGNORE THESE WARNING SIGNS PROMPTLY SEE A QUALIFIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL even if the symptoms occur when you are not working at your computer Symptoms such as these can be associated with painful and sometimes permanently disabling injuries or disorders of the nerves muscles tendons or other parts of the body These musculoskeletal disorders MSDs include carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis and other conditions While researchers are not yet able to answer many questions about MSDs there is a general agreement that many factors may be linked to their occurrence including medical and physical conditions stress and how one copes with it overall health and how a person positions and uses his or her body during work and other activities including use of a keyboard or pointing device Some studies sugges
20. t that the amount of time a person uses a keyboard may also be a factor For guidelines that may help you work more comfortably with your computer and possibly reduce your risk of experiencing an MSD consult your local physician If you have any questions about how your own lifestyle activities or medical or physical condition may be related to MSDs see a qualified health professional ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 35 Limited Warranty The ZoomText Large Print Keyboard is warranted against both manufacturing defects and damage sustained via shipping The details of each type of warranty are covered below Shipping Damage Packages are sometimes damaged in transit by the package carrier If you need to return a keyboard due to package damage Ai Squared must be notified within seven 7 days of receipt of keyboard Failure to notify Ai Squared within the above timeframe means that Ai Squared will consider replacement of the keyboard at its sole discretion Manufacturing Defects Keyboards are covered by warranty for manufacturer s defects for six 6 months after the original shipping date Manufacturing defects include but are not limited to items such as sticky or broken keys and broken or inoperable cabling Damages due to normal use or keyboard wear and tear are not covered If you have any question as to Whether or not a problem you are experiencing is covered under our manufacturer s warranty please contact your
21. ther 17 keys to explore more of ZoomText s valuable features ZoomText Feature Keys Es S AL m Be Zoom Pier EEE oe Copain ZoomText Large Print Keyboard The ZoomText Feature Keys The ZoomText feature keys represent the most commonly used features in ZoomText Magnifier and ZoomText Magnifier Reader Each of these keys and their assigned actions are described in the Feature Keys table on page 9 For complete information on each of these features refer to the Zoom Text User s Guide or the ZoomText Help system Using the Feature Keys with ZoomText Magnifier By default eight of the feature keys are assigned to speech and reading features that are only available in ZoomText Magnifier Reader Therefore when using the ZoomText keyboard with ZoomText Magnifier pressing these eight keys will not perform their assigned command Instead you will be prompted to reassign the key to an alternate command that is available when running ZoomText Magnifier For more information on reassigning feature keys see ZoomText Keyboard Settings on page 12 ZoomText Large Print Keyboard User s Guide 9 Feature Key Descriptions Below are descriptions of the ZoomText feature keys default assignments and the ZoomText 9 toolbar button that each key is associated with Key Q Description Button Starts Zoom Text Note If ZoomText is already running pressing the Start key will exit Zoom Text Enables or disables
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