IBM Partner Pavilion TrackPoint User's Manual
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1. During the warranty period assistance for replacement or exchange of defective components is available In addition if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer you might be entitled to service at your location Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative Copyright IBM Corp 1998 1 Part 2 Appendixes Step 1 Problem Solving You may be able to solve the problem yourself Before calling the HelpCenter please prepare for the call by following these steps If you are having installation or configuration problems refer to the detailed sections on installation found in this manual and review any README TXT files found on the installation diskettes Visit the Service and Support section of the Personal Computing Web site specific to the model of option you have purchased Updated installation instructions hints and tips or updated system specific notes are often published in this section You might find that later device drivers are available that will improve the performance and compatibility for your new option If you are installing this option in an IBM computer also visit the applicable Web page for that computer model These pages might also contain useful hints and tips related to installation of this option and might refer to BIOS or device driver updates required for your computer model If you are installing the option in a non IBM computer refer to the manufacturer s W2. PS 2 ThinkPad TrackPoint 2 6 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation MouseWare is a registered trademark of Logitech Inc Other company product or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others Electronic Emission Notices TrackPoint Keyboard Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Note This 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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate 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 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 an IBM authorized dealer or service
3. llt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse B European Union Emission Directive This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 89 366 ECC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility IBM can not accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non recommended modification of the product including the fitting of non IBM option cards This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22 European Standard EN 55022 The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices 2 8 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Union Europ enne Directive Conformit lectromagn tique Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de protection de la Directive 89 336 EEC du Conseil de l UE sur le rapprochement des lois des Etats membres en mati re de compatibilit lectromagn tique IBM ne peut accepter aucune responsabilit pour le manquement aux exigences de protection r sultant d une modification non recommand e du produit y compris l installation de cartes autres que les cartes IBM Ce produit a t test et il satisfait les conditions de l quipement informatique de Classe B en vertu de CISPR22 Standard europ e
4. Ne Click on the Device tab under IBM PS 2 TrackPoint Properties 15 Restart your computer so the new settings take effect To uninstall the TrackPoint application for Windows 98 1 On the Taskbar click on the Start button Select Settings Control Panel 3 Double click on the Add Remove Programs icon Then choose IBM TrackPoint Keyboard Support from the displayed list and click on the Add Remove button to uninstall 4 Select OK and restart your computer so the new settings take effect Uninstalling the Device Driver for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 To change from the TrackPoint device driver to the standard mouse driver On the Taskbar click on the Start button Select Settings Control Panel Double click on the Mouse icon to open Mouse Properties Click on the General tab at the top of the Mouse Properties window Click on the Change button Place a check in the Show all devices checkbox 7 On the left side under Manufacturers select Standard mouse types 8 On the right side select Standard PS 2 Port Mouse 9 Click on the OK button 10 Click on the Close button on the Mouse Properties window 11 Restart your computer so the new settings take effect Bee na Part 1 Installation Instructions l 11 To uninstall the TrackPoint application for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 1 Uninstalling the Device Driver for OS 2 Version 4 On the Taskbar click on the Start button Select Settings Control Pa
5. Personal Computer Note The keyboard is not designed or supported for the following connections 1 Connection of the keyboard to more than one computer 2 Connection of the keyboard to any port other than a PS 2 style mouse port 3 Connection to a serial port of the computer To connect your keyboard 1 Turn off your computer and all attached devices 2 Disconnect any keyboard or mouse now attached to the computer 3 Look at the two connectors at the end of the keyboard cable One connector shows a symbol of a keyboard 1 and one shows a symbol of a mouse 2 1 2 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide 4 Insert the connector with the keyboard symbol into the computer keyboard port 1 5 Insert the connector with the mouse symbol into the computer mouse port 2 6 Turn on your computer and attached peripherals Note If you are not sure of the keyboard or mouse ports refer to your computer documentation Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 3 Connecting the Keyboard to an IBM ThinkPad Computer Note Completely turn off your ThinkPad notebook computer before connecting or disconnecting the keyboard If the ThinkPad notebook computer is suspended when you connect or disconnect the keyboard your system might not install the correct TrackPoint device driver when the system returns to full power Th
6. few moments to download the files Follow the instructions on the screen If you are prompted to choose a directory for installing the files select the drive containing OS 2 Remove the Option Diskette from the diskette drive Restart your computer so the new settings take effect Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 9 Installing the Device Driver for DOS Windows 3 1 or OS 2 Version 3 Important If you are using DOS Version 5 02 or later Windows 3 1 or IBM OS 2 Version 3 you do not need the Option Diskette The mouse device driver is included in the operating system but must be activated to use the TrackPoint pointing device If a mouse already works on your computer system you do not need to do anything further Note Scrolling Press to Select and Magnification features are not available in these operating systems Your system must have MOUSE COM installed in order to activate the DOS mode mouse device driver The setup of some operating systems however might not provide a selection for TrackPoint If there is no selection for TrackPoint select the IBM PS 2 mouse instead Refer to your operating system documentation for selecting pointing devices 1 10 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Activating the DOS Mode Device Driver To activate the DOS TrackPoint device driver 1 Start the computer 2 Type MOUSE and press Enter This command activates the MOUSE COM program The device driver activation is now co
7. on the pull down menu next to TrackPoint Click on OK to save changes Click on OK to restart the ThinkPad notebook computer ON A IES Connecting a Mouse to the Keyboard Note If the mouse you are connecting requires additional software the software must be uninstalled for the TrackPoint pointing device to work properly For instructions on how to configure the mouse to function as a standard PS 2 style mouse refer to the instructions provided with the mouse You can connect an optional mouse to the keyboard The mouse must be PS 2 style with a 6 pin mini DIN connector The keyboard does not support any other style of mouse When a mouse is connected you can use it or the TrackPoint pointing device or both To install a mouse attach it to the round mouse connector on the rear of the keyboard 1 The mouse is now operational Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 7 Installing TrackPoint Software Installation instructions are provided below for the TrackPoint device drivers for Windows 98 Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 OS 2 Version 4 DOS Windows 3 1 and OS 2 Version 3 Installing the Device Driver for Windows 98 Note you might need to uninstall your current mouse support such as If this procedure does not work with your operating system MouseWare For mouse uninstallation instructions double click on the Add Remove Programs icon in the Control Panel window or consult the documentation included with
8. or consult the documentation included with your operating system or provided with the mouse To install the device driver for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 Start Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 Insert the Option Diskette into the diskette drive On the Taskbar click on the Start button Select Settings Control Panel Double click on the Mouse icon to open Mouse Properties B PIS Click on the General tab at the top of the Mouse Properties window Click on the Change button Click on the Have Disk button Click on the OK button Click on IBM PS 2 TrackPoint in the displayed list Click on the OK button to install the TrackPoint device driver Click on the Close button on the Mouse Properties window Remove the Option Diskette from the diskette drive Restart your computer so the new settings take effect Installing the Device Driver for OS 2 Version 4 Note If this procedure does not work with your operating system you might need to uninstall your current mouse support For mouse uninstallation instructions consult the documentation included with your current mouse OUEN A ISS To install the device driver for OS 2 Version 4 Start OS 2 Insert the Option Diskette into the diskette drive Double click on the OS 2 System icon on the desktop Double click on the Command Prompts icon Double click on the OS 2 Window icon At the C prompt type A OS2 install and press Enter The system will take a
9. representative for help Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM authorized dealers IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party International Business Machines Corporation New Orchard Road Armonk NY 10504 Telephone 1 919 543 2193 Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Part 2 Appendixes 2 7 Avis de conformit 4 la r glementation d Industrie Canada Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform la norme NMB 003 du Canada Deutsche EMV Direktive electromagnetische Vertr glichkeit Dieses Geriit ist berechtigt in Ubereinstimmung mit dem deutschen EMVG vom 9 Nov 92 das EG Konformit tszeichen zu f hren Der Aussteller der Konformit tserkl rung ist die IBM UK Greenock Dieses Ger t erf
10. your operating system or provided with the mouse To install the device driver for Windows 98 Start Windows 98 Insert the Option Diskette into the diskette drive On the Taskbar click on the Start button Select Settings Control Panel Double click on the System icon to open System Properties Click on the Device Manager tab at the top of the System Properties window Double click on the Mouse icon Double click on IBM PS 2 TrackPoint 9 Click on the Driver tab at the top of the IBM PS 2 TrackPoint Properties window 10 Click on Update Driver 11 Click on Next ON UD oo 1 8 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide 12 Place a check in the Display a list of all drivers in a specific location checkbox 13 Click on Next 14 Click on Have Disk 15 Click on OK 16 Click on IBM PS 2 TrackPoint in the displayed list 17 Click on Next 18 If the Update Driver Warning window displays click on Yes 19 Click on Next 20 Click on Finish in the Update Device Driver Wizard window 21 Remove the Option Diskette from the diskette drive 22 Restart your computer so the new settings take effect Installing the Device Driver for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 Note If this procedure does not work with your operating system you might need to uninstall your current mouse support such as MouseWare For mouse uninstallation instructions double click on the Add Remove Programs icon in the Control Panel window
11. 1 Double click on the OS 2 System icon on the desktop 2 Double click on the System Setup icon 3 Double click on the TrackPoint icon Note The screen instructions in the OS 2 Version 4 operating system will be slightly different from the instructions illustrated in this section However OS 2 Version 4 supports all of the functions described below Note You must click on OK or Apply for new settings to take effect Enabling Press to Select TrackPoint Properties When Press to Select is enabled you can select an object by pressing down on the top of the TrackPoint stick Under the Press to Select tab place a check in the Enable Press to Select checkbox The Press to Select function also allows the enabling of Dragging and Release to Select To enable Dragging or Release to Select place a check in the appropriate checkbox Enabling Dragging When this function is enabled you can drag and drop with Press to Select Press down on the TrackPoint stick to grab the object Then drag the object by moving the TrackPoint stick Drop the object by releasing the TrackPoint stick Enabling Release to Select When this function is enabled you can click simply by lifting your finger quickly off the TrackPoint stick Release to Select can also help you make a double click When you move the pointer onto an icon and then lift your finger off the TrackPoint stick one click is made Release to Select Then when you press the TrackP
12. LET SESE EE ete 2 Disconnect any keyboard or mouse now attached to the computer 3 Attach the single connector end 1 of the Keyboard Mouse Connector cable to the ThinkPad mouse connector 4 Look at the two connector ends of both the Keyboard Mouse Connector cable and the cable connected to the TrackPoint keyboard On each cable one connector shows a symbol of a keyboard and one shows a symbol of a mouse 5 Attach the cables together keyboard symbol to keyboard symbol 2 and mouse symbol to mouse symbol 3 For information on alternative keystrokes for the Function Fn keys 6 Turn on your computer and attached peripherals on your IBM ThinkPad computer see your ThinkPad User s Guide 1 6 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide When to Disable the ThinkPad Onboard Pointing Device Use the Option Diskette to install the device driver even if the TrackPoint pointing device is included in your ThinkPad computer After you install the TrackPoint device driver on a ThinkPad notebook computer the TrackPoint onboard pointing device on your ThinkPad will be automatically disabled each time you start your computer with the keyboard connected However on a ThinkPad 600 or follow on or a ThinkPad 770 or follow on you must use the following procedure so that the ThinkPad TrackPoint is set to Auto Disable Click on Start Select Programs ThinkPad ThinkPad Configuration Click on the TrackPoint icon Select Auto Disable
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15. TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide OPTIONS by IBM Note If you are using this product in the United States Canada or Puerto Rico be sure to read the information under Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices on page 2 3 before using this information and the product it supports For all other countries the warranty terms and conditions applicable in the country of purchase are available from IBM or your reseller First Edition July 1998 The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some states do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in certain transactions therefore this statement may not apply to you This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication IBM may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time This publication was developed for products and services offered in the United States of America IBM may not offer the products services or features di
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17. ard PS 2 style keyboard and mouse for DOS Version 5 02 or later Windows 3 1 and IBM OS 2 Version 3 Any earlier versions of these operating systems are not supported For more information on TrackPoint keyboard features see TrackPoint Keyboard Features on page 1 14 The keyboard option includes TrackPoint keyboard TrackPoint Keyboard Option Diskette Bag of spare caps for the TrackPoint pointing device TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Copyright IBM Corp 1998 Part 1 Installation Instructions Note If you are attaching the TrackPoint keyboard to a ThinkPad computer that does not have a docking station or port replicator you must purchase an IBM Keyboard Mouse Connector cable To order the Keyboard Mouse Connector cable call IBM PC Direct at 1 800 PC DIRECT or contact your local computer store Contact your place of purchase if any parts are missing or damaged Be sure to retain your proof of purchase because it might be required to obtain warranty service For information on how to get help technical support and warranty service see Appendix A Help and Service Information on page 2 1 1 1 If you are connecting the keyboard to a desktop personal computer continue with Connecting the Keyboard to a Desktop Personal Computer If you are connecting the keyboard to a ThinkPad computer go to Connecting the Keyboard to an IBM ThinkPad Computer on page 1 4 Connecting the Keyboard to a Desktop
18. computer and all attached devices and remove the keyboard cable from the computer keyboard and mouse ports cable or the Keyboard Mouse Connector cable from the ThinkPad port Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 13 Using the TrackPoint Keyboard TrackPoint Keyboard Features TrackPoint Properties 21X IFresstoSelect Sensiviy Scroling The TrackPoint kevboard has four main features 1 Astick 1 near the center of the keyboard 2 Two buttons 2 at the bottom of the keyboard The button on the left side is equivalent to a left mouse button The button on the right side is equivalent to a right mouse button 3 Press to Select if enabled allows vou to select an object bv pressing down on top of the TrackPoint stick rather than using a left or right mouse button 1 14 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide 4 Third button scrolling if enabled allows you to scroll using the Shift key and the TrackPoint stick in many software applications However scrolling might not work in every software application Note The Press to Select and third button scrolling functions are supported only with Windows 98 Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 and OS 2 Version 4 For DOS Version 5 02 or later Windows 3 1 and IBM OS 2 Version 3 the TrackPoint keyboard performs as a PS 2 style mouse and keyboard and does not support third button scrolling and Press to Select The TrackPoint pointing device is very easy to use The following instructi
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20. e following information shows how to set up the TrackPoint keyboard and the optional mouse for your IBM ThinkPad notebook computer Connecting the Keyboard to a Docking Station or Port Replicator If you are connecting the keyboard to your ThinkPad s docking station or port replicator connect the keyboard using the following steps 1 Turn off your computer and all attached devices 2 Disconnect any keyboard or mouse now attached to the computer 1 4 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide 3 Look at the two connectors at the end of the keyboard cable and one shows One connector shows a symbol of a keyboard 1 a symbol of a mouse 2 4 Insert the connector with the keyboard symbol into the computer keyboard port 1 5 Insert the connector with the mouse symbol into the computer mouse port 2 6 Turn on your computer and attached peripherals Note If you are not sure of the keyboard or mouse ports refer to your computer documentation Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 5 Connecting the Keyboard to the Single Port If your ThinkPad does not have a docking station or port replicator you must purchase an IBM Keyboard Mouse Connector cable so that you can attach the keyboard to the single port on your ThinkPad Then connect your keyboard using the following steps 1 Turn off your computer and all attached devices gt
21. eb site Uninstall and then reinstall the option During the uninstallation process be sure to remove any files that were installed during the 2 1 previous installation Many IBM options include uninstallation programs 4 Check all cabling to be sure that it is correct as shown in this manual Step 2 Preparing for the Call To assist the technical support representative have available as much of the following information as possible Option name Option number Proof of purchase Computer manufacturer model serial number if IBM and manual ee Oe ER Exact wording of the error message if any Description of the problem 7 Hardware and software configuration information for your system D If possible be at your computer Your technical support representative might want to walk you through the problem during the call Step 3 Placing the Call to IBM If you call 90 days or more after the date of withdrawal or after your warranty has expired you might be charged a fee For the support telephone number and support hours by country refer to the following table or to the enclosed technical support insert If the number is not provided contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative 2 2 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Support 24 hours a day 7 days a week Canada 1 800 565 3344 U S A Puerto Rico 1 800 772 2227 Additional Technical Support Resources Online tech
22. he cap straight off do not twist and replace it with a new one Spare caps are supplied with this option package Faulty Pointer Movement Other equipment might cause electronic interference that hinders the operation of the keyboard pointing device Relocate the equipment or move your computer If the problem continues refer to Appendix A Help and Service Information on page 2 1 Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 21 22 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Appendix A Help and Service Information If you have questions about your new Options by IBM product or require technical assistance visit the IBM Personal Computing Web site at http www pc ibm com for information about IBM Options by IBM or IBM Service and Support Additionally you can receive information from the IBM Automated Fax system at 1 800 426 3395 in Canada 1 800 465 3299 or from the Personal Systems Group Bulletin Board System PSG BBS at 1 919 517 0001 You can also get help and information through the IBM PC HelpCenter 24 hours a day seven days a week Response time may vary depending on the number and nature of the calls received Marketing installation and configuration support through the HelpCenter will be withdrawn or made available for a fee at IBM s discretion 90 days after the option has been withdrawn from marketing Additional support offerings including step by step installation assistance are available for a nominal fee
23. mplete Activating the TrackPoint Device Driver Automatically in DOS To activate TrackPoint automatically whenever you start the computer add the MOUSE command to the AUTOEXEC BAT file on either drive C or the diskette that contains DOS 1 Use a text editor such as edit or e to edit the AUTOEXEC BAT file 2 Type MOUSE at the left margin of a blank line 3 Save the AUTOEXEC BAT file Note If you are using the DOS Shell the MOUSE statement must appear before the DOSSHELL statement in the AUTOEXEC BAT file Refer to the DOS documentation for more information on the AUTOEXEC BAT file Uninstalling the TrackPoint Device Driver If you want to remove the keyboard to use a different pointing device you must uninstall the TrackPoint device driver and disconnect the TrackPoint keyboard Uninstalling the Device Driver for Windows 98 To change from the TrackPoint device driver to the standard mouse driver On the Taskbar click on the Start button Select Settings Control Panel Double click on the System icon Select the Device Manager tab Double click on the Mouse icon Select IBM PS 2 TrackPoint Click on Properties NO ON CO EA Click on Update Driver Place a check in the Search for better driver than the one your drive is using now Recommended checkbox Click on Next Place a check in the Updated Driver Recommended PS 2 Compatible Mouse Port checkbox 13 Click on Next 14 Click on Next e Roa
24. n EN 55022 Les conditions pour l quipement de Classe B ont t d finies en fonction d un contexte r sidentiel ordinaire afin de fournir une protection raisonnable contre l interf rence d appareils de communication autoris s Unione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad lectromagn tica Este producto satisface los requisitos de protecci n del Consejo de la UE Directiva 89 336 CEE en lo que a la legislatura de los Estados Miembros sobre compatibilidad electromagn tica se refiere IBM no puede aceptar responsabilidad alguna si este producto deja de satisfacer dichos requisitos de protecci n como resultado de una modificaci n no recomendada del producto incluyendo el ajuste de tarjetas de opci n que no sean IBM Este producto ha sido probado y satisface los l mites para Equipos Inform ticos Clase B de conformidad con el Est ndar CISPR22 y el Est ndar Europeo EN 55022 Los l mites para los equipos de Clase B se han establecido para entornos residenciales t picos a fin de proporcionar una protecci n razonable contra las interferencias con dispositivos de comunicaci n licenciados Union Eurpea Normativa EMC Questo prodotto conforme alle normative di protezione ai sensi della Direttiva del Consiglio dell Unione Europea 89 336 CEE sull armonizzazione legislativa degli stati membri in materia di compatibilita elettromagnetica IBM non accetta responsabilita alcuna per la mancata conformita alle normative di pro
25. nel Double click on the Add Remove Programs icon Then choose IBM TrackPoint Keyboard Support from the displayed list and click on the Add Remove button to uninstall Select OK and restart your computer so the new settings take effect To uninstall the device driver for OS 2 Version 4 QISA IES Start OS 2 Insert the Option Diskette Double click on the OS 2 System icon on the desktop Double click on Command Prompts Double click on the OS 2 Window icon At the C prompt type A OS2 install and press Enter The system will take a few moments to download the files 1 12 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide 9 10 Follow the instructions on the screen Place a check in the Delete the installed product and re install checkbox in the Installation Options window and click on Continue Select TrackPoint Support and click on Delete Restart your computer to activate the changes Uninstalling the Device Driver for DOS Windows 3 1 or OS 2 Version 3 To uninstall the standard mouse device driver for DOS Windows 3 1 or OS 2 Version 3 1 9 Use a text editor such as edit or e to edit the AUTOEXEC BAT file Delete MOUSE Save the AUTOEXEC BAT file Restart your computer so the new settings take effect To disconnect your keyboard from a desktop personal computer turn To disconnect the keyboard from a ThinkPad notebook computer turn off your computer and all attached devices and remove the keyboard off your
26. ng the warranty period IBM or your reseller will repair it or replace it with one that is at least functionally equivalent without charge The replacement may not be new but will be in good working order If IBM or your reseller is unable to repair or replace the Machine you may return it to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded If you transfer a Machine to another user warranty service is available to that user for the remainder of the warranty period You should give your proof of purchase and this Statement to that user However for Machines which have a life time warranty this warranty is not transferable Warranty Service Part 2 Appendixes 2 3 To obtain warranty service for the Machine you should contact your reseller or call IBM In the United States call IBM at 1 800 772 2227 In Canada call IBM at 1 800 565 3344 You may be required to present proof of purchase IBM or your reseller will provide certain types of repair and exchange service either at your location or at IBM s or your reseller s service center to restore a Machine to good working order When a type of service involves the exchange of a Machine or part the item IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement becomes yours You represent that all removed items are genuine and unaltered The replacement may not be new but will be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent to the item replaced The repl
27. nical support is available during the life of your product Online assistance can be obtained through the IBM Automated Fax System the Personal Computing Web page and the PSG Electronic Bulletin Board System Online Technical Support IBM Personal Computing Web www pc ibm com Page IBM PSG BBS 1 919 517 0001 IBM Automated Fax System 1 800 426 3395 1 800 465 3299 in Canada Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices The following warranty information applies to products purchased in the United States Canada and Puerto Rico For warranty terms and conditions for products purchased in other countries see the enclosed Warranty insert or contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative International Business Machines Corporation Armonk New York 10504 Statement of Limited Warranty The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you originally purchase for your use and not for resale from IBM or your reseller The term Machine means an IBM machine its features conversions upgrades elements or accessories or any combination of them Unless IBM specifies otherwise the following warranties apply only in the country where you acquire the Machine If you have any questions contact IBM or your reseller Machine TrackPoint Keyboard Warranty Period One Year Contact your place of purchase for warranty service information Pro
28. oard Features 1 14 Customizing Your TrackPoint Pointing Device 1 16 Connecting a Mouse to the Keyboard 1 7 Adjusting Mouse Properties in Windows 98 Windows 95 or Windows NTAD eos Peg bw ek ee ee hee t i 1 20 Installing TrackPoint Software 1 8 Installing the Device Driver for Windows 98 1 8 Maintaining the TrackPoint Keyboard 1 21 Installing the Device Driver for Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 1 8 Installing the Device Driver for OS 2 Version 4 1 9 Installing the Device Driver for DOS Windows 3 1 or OS 2 Version SL are ihe Be ee oe Ree ei rt Be Bede a 1 10 Uninstalling the TrackPoint Device Driver 1 11 Uninstalling the Device Driver for Windows 98 1 11 Copyright IBM Corp 1998 iii Part 2 Appendixes Appendix A Help and Service Information 2 1 Step 1 Problem Solving 2 1 Step 2 Preparing for the Call 2 2 Step 3 Placing the Call to IBM 2 2 Appendix B Product Warranty and Notices 2 3 Notices site Re a A TAL a A 2 6 Trademarks eto doi rre a E 2 6 Electronic Emission Notices iv TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Product Registration Thank you for purchasing OPTIONS by IBM Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better serve you in the future Your feedback is valuable to us in developing
29. od click on one of the choices under the Scrolling tab Press Shift Key then use TrackPoint Third Button Scrolling When this scrolling method is checked you can scroll by pressing the Shift key and moving the TrackPoint stick Use External Mouse When this scrolling method is checked you can scroll with an external mouse Use TrackPoint When this scrolling method is checked you can scroll with the TrackPoint stick 1 20 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Adjusting Mouse Properties in Windows 98 Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 To adjust button configuration double click speed pointer speed or pointer trails in Windows 98 Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 click on Start and select Settings Next select Control Panel and double click on the Mouse icon Mouse Properties Note After you make changes on any screen in Mouse Properties in Windows 98 Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 be sure to click on OK or Apply to activate your changes If you are using OS 2 or Windows 3 1 consult your operating system User s Guide for instructions on adjusting Mouse Properties Maintaining the TrackPoint Keyboard Note Because the keyboard is an electronic product do not get it wet drop it or bang on it Cleaning To maintain smooth operation occasionally clean the keyboard and the TrackPoint cap with a soft cloth moistened with water and mild soap Replacing the Cap When the cap 1 on the end of the stick is worn out pull t
30. oint stick again the second click is made The result is a double click You can use the slider to choose a comfortable pointer speed for Press to Select Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 17 Adjusting Sensitivity To adjust the sensitivity of the TrackPoint pointing device click on the Sensitivity tab Use the slider to adjust the setting between Firm Touch and Light Touch TrackPoint Properties 1 18 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Enabling Scrolling To enable a scrolling function click on the Scrolling tab and click on Scrolling or Magnifying Glass Click on Neither to disable Scrolling and Magnifying Glass ISA i Ge TTT Scrolling When Scrolling is enabled you can navigate with a press of a button through long documents or large spreadsheets Instead of using scroll bars you can choose one of the alternate scrolling methods listed in Choosing a Scrolling Method on page 1 20 Magnifying Glass When Magnifying Glass is enabled you can enlarge a movable area of your display Press the Shift key and then use the TrackPoint stick to move the Magnifying Glass You can click on objects through the Magnifying Glass Change the size of the Magnifying Glass by holding down the Shift key and pressing the right button or change the magnifying power by holding down the Shift key and pressing the left button Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 19 Choosing a Scrolling Method To select a scrolling meth
31. ons will help you get started 1 Place your hands in the typing position Rest the heels of your hands on something solid Place either index finger on the stick Rest your thumbs comfortably above the buttons Press gently on the stick in the direction you want the pointer to move away from you to move up the screen and toward you to move down the screen Think of the stick as an extension of your finger Press down only enough to keep your finger from slipping Remember that the stick does not move Find a movement speed that you can control Do not press too hard or the pointer will move too quickly Move the pointer slowly and directly to the target With your thumbs use the buttons to select and drag as required by your software just as with any other pointing device Press down or tap lightly on the stick top to select an object if Press to Select is enabled Part 1 Installation Instructions 1 15 Customizing Your TrackPoint Pointing Device The TrackPoint Keyboard Press to Select and third button scrolling functions are enabled through TrackPoint Properties To open TrackPoint Properties In Windows 98 Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 Click on Start select Settings and then select Control Panel and double click on the TrackPoint icon or Click on the TrackPoint icon in the Sys tray on the lower right hand corner of the desktop 1 16 TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide In OS 2 Version 4
32. products and services that are important to you as well as in developing better ways to communicate with you Register your option on the IBM Web site at http www pc ibm com register IBM will send you information and updates on your registered product unless you indicate on the Web site questionnaire that you do not want to receive further information About This Book This manual contains information on the TrackPoint keyboard The manual is divided into the following parts Part 1 Product description and installation use and maintenance information Part 2 Help and service information warranty and notices Note The illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from your hardware vi TrackPoint Keyboard User s Guide Product Description This IBM TrackPoint keyboard works with IBM and ISA standard computers that have 6 pin mini DIN PS 2 style keyboard and mouse connectors The TrackPoint keyboard will not work with non IBM notebook computers Two buttons below the Spacebar work similarly to the buttons on a mouse With the built in TrackPoint pointing device you do not need a mouse However you have the option of connecting a mouse to the mouse connector on the rear of the keyboard The keyboard also provides Press to Select and third button scrolling functions for Microsoft Windows 98 Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 and IBM OS 2 Version 4 operating systems However the keyboard will function as a stand
33. scussed in this document in other countries and the information is subject to change without notice Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products services and features available in your area Requests for technical information about IBM products should be made to your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1998 All rights reserved Note to U S Government Users Documentation related to restricted rights Use duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp Contents Product Registration iv About This Book iv Part 1 Installation Instructions ss se ana bys ue AS at at EA rare du AAA 1 1 Product Description 1 1 Uninstalling the Device Driver for Windows 95 or Windows NT AO A DS cine NU oh oe Riek 1 11 Connecting the Keyboard to a Desktop Personal Computer 1 2 Uninstalling the Device Driver for OS 2 Version 4 1 12 Uninstalling the Device Driver for DOS Windows 3 1 or OS 2 Connecting the Keyboard to an IBM ThinkPad Computer 1 4 VETSION 3 l nent Be Steeped Go ae a 1 12 Connecting the Keyboard to a Docking Station or Port Replicator 1 4 Connecting the Keyboard to the Single Port 1 6 Using the TrackPoint Keyboard 1 14 When to Disable the ThinkPad Onboard Pointing Device 1 7 TrackPoint Keyb
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