A4Tech RW29 User Manual

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Radio Wireless Wheel Mouse

User’s Guide

MODEL: RFW-29

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Windows, Office 97 and MS-IntelliMouse are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

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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.

Federal Communications Commission Requirements

The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. 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:

l Reorient of relocate the receiving antenna. l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase! Your new RF-Mouse is easy to install and offers you a host of useful features. The Radio receiver can be conveniently placed to give you the freedom you need while working. The vertical wheel allows you to scroll, or zoom in and out in a document. You can program the mouse buttons to launch the NetJump or LuckyJump for a quick start to programs you run frequently. And, your RF-Mouse has a unique ID code, so other RF (Radio Frequency) pointing devices won’t affect your system.

Connecting the RF-Mouse Receiver

The RF-Mouse receiver connects to your computer in the same way as a conventional mouse allowing you to place the receiver wherever is convenient on your desktop.

1. Locate the round 6-pin PS/2 mouse port on the back of your computer.

2. Insert the PS/2 connector into the PS/2 port.

Locating the RF-Mouse Receiver

Your RF-Mouse has limitations on the range or distance from the receiver. To make sure that your mouse sends and receives properly, refer to the following:

1. For optimal performance, place the receiver at least 8 inches (20 centimeters) away from other

electrical devices, such as the computer, the monitor, or external storage drives.

2. The RF-Mouse should be no farther than 3.3 feet (1.0 meter) from the mouse receiver. This will

ensure optimal communication between the mouse and receiver.

3. If you are working on a metallic surface, try using a mouse pad and turning the receiver face down for

better reception.

4. Switch frequency channels to prevent interference from other RF pointing devices. (See the following

section for more information.)

Selecting the Frequency Channel

The RF-Mouse operates on two frequency channels. To prevent interference when using two RF Mice in close proximity a different frequency channel should be used for each mouse. Refer to the following to change the frequency channel for your mouse:

1. Set the frequency channel on the receiver to 1 or

2. Remove the battery cover from the mouse (see the

following Inserting the Batteries section).

3. Set the frequency channel on the mouse to 1 or 2.

(The frequency channel for mouse and receiver must be the same.)

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Inserting the Batteries

The RF-Mouse uses two AAA batteries. For best performance, use only alkaline batteries. Refer to the following to insert the batteries:

1. Press the tab on the bottom of the mouse cover as shown here and

remove the cover.

2. Insert the two AAA batteries. (The correct polarity is indicated on

the battery compartment casing.)

3. Replace the cover.

Checking the Batteries power

To check the battery power, right-click the mouse icon in the Taskbar. Choose the “Check RF-Mouse Status” option to display the RF-Mouse Status window. The current battery percentage charge is shown.

Installing the Mouse Software

Before you can take advantage of the many features your mouse offers, you must install the driver. The driver is on the installation diskette that came packaged with your mouse.

Windows 95/98/2000/NT4.0/Me installation

1. Connect the mouse to your computer.

2. Insert the installation diskette into your floppy disk drive.

3. Click the Start button and then click Run.

4. In the Run dialog window, type A:\setup, where “A” is the letter of your floppy disk drive.

5. Click OK and follow the instructions on your screen to complete the installation.

The RF-Mouse ID code

Each RF-Mouse is assigned a unique ID code at manufacture, so the receiver only picks up the signal from your mouse and prevents other RF-Mouse radio signals from operating on your computer. This feature can also be disabled, allowing other RF-pointing devices to operate your computer.

Connecting the RF-Mouse ID Code

When the driver installation is finished your computer reboots and the RFMouse window (shown on the right) appears.

CONNECT ID: Move the RF-Mouse for a few seconds to establish a connection, then click Connect ID. The unique ID code of your mouse is recognized and another RF pointing device will not function on your computer.

Exit: Click Exit if no other RF pointing devices are within 3 meters range or if you want other RF pointing devices to be able to access your computer.

Changing the RF-Mouse ID Code

You can use a new RF-Mouse on your computer without changing the Radio receiver; you just need to change the ID code. Refer to the following:

1. Press [Shift + Alt + F11] or [Shift + Alt + F12] to call up the RF-Mouse ID Code window.

2. Move the RF-Mouse for a few seconds to establish a connection, then click Connect ID.

3. The new ID code is Connected and the RF-Mouse window closes.

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4. Click Exit to close the RF-Mouse ID code window.

Identifying Components

The mouse is designed to fit snugly into your hand. The scroll wheel is positioned on the top allowing for easy operation with the index finger. Standard mouse buttons are positioned to either side of the scroll wheels and can be reached comfortably with the index and ring fingers. A third button is placed under the vertical wheel and can be easily clicked by pushing down on the wheel.

The following pages will tell you how to configure the scroll wheels and buttons to suit your specific needs.

Cleaning the Mouse

Clean the mouse regularly to ensure efficient operation. Refer to the following:

1. Rotate the housing cover counterclockwise until it unlocks and remove it.

2. Remove the tracking ball.

3. Wash the tracking ball with warm water and soap then allow it to dry.

4. Use a cotton swab and alcohol to clean the tracking rollers in the housing.

5. Replace the tracking ball and the housing cover.

6. Rotate the housing cover clockwise until it locks in place.

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With iWheelWorks driver/software installed, your Mouse is transformed into much more than just a pointing device. See how easy scrolling through long documents or panning in drawing applications becomes when using the scroll wheels. Office users should love this feature—use the vertical wheel to scroll through your document then just press the [Ctrl] key and use the same wheel to zoom in for a close look. It even works in print preview! The third button can be programmed to launch NetJump or LuckyJump—two customizable toolbars that open all those useful programs that you need so often with just one click. And, in easy-to-follow steps, create your own Command Menu and with one click put all your favorite programs right under the cursor!The following table provides an overview of the mouse functions.

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Function Description Here’s how to do it

Vertical

Scroll

Horizontal

Scroll

AutoScroll

Zoom

LuckyJump

NetJump

Command

Lets you scroll up or down in the current application window.

Lets you scroll to the left or right in the current application window.

Use AutoScroll in Office 97-compatible applications to scroll through large documents.

Lets you zoom in or out when using applications that support zoom function.

With one click you can choose from a range of commonly used commands to launch.

Lets you choose from commands commonly used for Web browsing.

Create your own Command Menu for launching all your favorite programs.

To scroll up, move the vertical wheel forward; to scroll down, move the wheel back. See Wheel Tab on page 7 for more information.

To scroll left, move the horizontal wheel forward; to scroll right, move the wheel back. See Wheel Tab on page 7 for more information.

Activate AutoScroll from LuckyJump or NetJump. The AutoScroll icon appears over the vertical scrollbar. Move the mouse in the direction you want to scroll. The farther you move the AutoScroll icon from the starting point, the faster the scrolling. To stop AutoScroll, press any mouse button.

In the Mouse Properties window select the Wheel tab and check the “Wheel Zoom for Office 97/2000” option (if you don’t check this option you can hold the [Ctrl] key while zooming with either scroll wheel). Then use the horizontal wheel to zoom in and out. See Wheel Tab on page 7 for more information.

In the Mouse Properties window select the Buttons tab and then assign LuckyJump in the drop-down menu for the desired button. See Settings Tab and Executing LuckyJump Commands on page 7 and Take Your mouse on a Test Run on page 10 for more information.

In the Mouse Properties window select the Buttons tab and then assign NetJump in the drop-down menu for the desired button. See Settings Tab and Executing NetJump Commands on page 7 and Take Your mouse on a Test Run on page 10 for more information.

In the Mouse Properties window select the Settings tab and then click New/Update. Follow the instructions on your screen. See Creating Your Own Command Menu on page 8 for more information.

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From the Mouse Properties window you can customize many settings for your mouse including button assignments, scroll wheels and cursor movement. To open the Mouse

Properties window double-click on the mouse icon in the system tray. The Mouse Properties window has six tabs that are described below.

Buttons Tab

Button Assignments: Click the down arrow to select the preferred

function for each button. (See the Settings Tab for more information.)

Double Click Speed: Increase the speed for executing a double-

click.

Button Configuration: Configure your mouse for left- or right-

hand use. The default setting for buttons 1 and 2 will be reversed.

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The particular mouse you purchased may differ somewhat from the illustration shown in the Buttons tab. The third button on some models is positioned under the vertical scroll wheel instead of at the side as shown here.

Pointers Tab

The Pointers tab lets you change the way the cursor appears. Click the down arrow under Scheme and choose the setting you want. The

available pointers for each scheme are shown in the pane below. You can browse to additional pointers, then create your own scheme using the

Save As button.

System Tray

Motion Tab

Pointer Speed: Lets you adjust how fast the cursor moves on the

screen.

SnapTo Button: Check this box to automatically have the cursor

move to the default button in each new dialog box or window.

Sonar: When this box is checked, pressing and releasing the [Ctrl] key

will highlight the cursor.

Trails: Check this box when you want your cursor to display pointer

trails. This option is useful when using an LCD display that can make the cursor difficult to see.

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Wheel Tab

Wheel Mode: Select the Enhanced Dual Wheel 4D Wheel function

mode radio button to enable both vertical and horizontal wheels. When the MS-IntelliMouse Compatible mode radio button is selected only the vertical

wheel will function.

Swap Vertical and Horizontal Wheel: Check this box to swap the

functions of the Horizontal and Vertical Wheels.

Vertical Wheel/Horizontal Wheel: Check the Reverse scrolling

direction box to change the scrolling direction when you turn the scroll

wheel. Select the Scroll or Scroll one “page” per scroll unit radio button to set the scrolling speed to suit your work habits.

Wheel Zoom for Office 97/2000: Check this box to use the

horizontal wheel to zoom in and out when using applications that support this function. You can still use the wheel to scroll horizontally by positioning the cursor over the horizontal scroll bar. When this option is unchecked, you must press the [Ctrl] key while turning the horizontal wheel to use the zoom function.

Settings Tab

Command List: Shows all the available commands (including User-

defined Command Menus) that you can assign to either the NetJump or LuckyJump grids.

NetJump (top grid): The NetJump grid groups commonly used Web-

browsing commands. To change a command, select a new one from the

Command List and click on the icon in the grid that you want to change.

LuckyJump (bottom grid): The LuckyJump grid groups all-purpose

commands. To change a command, select a new one from the Command List and click on the icon in the grid that you want to change.

User-defined Command Menu: Here you can create your own

command menu to suit your specific needs. Click on New/Update… and follow the onscreen instructions.

Apply Net/LuckyJump or the User-defined Command Menu you define here from the Buttons tab.

Executing NetJump Commands

NetJump combines commonly used tasks for Web browsing into one convenient grid and puts them right under the cursor. To use NetJump, open the Mouse Properties window and select the Buttons tab. Assign NetJump in the drop-down menu of the button you want. Click OK to close the Mouse Properties window. Now click the assigned button to open the NetJump grid and execute your command. (See the Settings Tab section above for instructions on customizing NetJump.)

Executing LuckyJump Commands

LuckyJump combines commonly used tasks for Windows environments into one convenient grid and puts them right under the cursor. To use LuckyJump, open the Mouse Properties window and select the Buttons tab. Assign LuckyJump in the drop-down menu of the button you want. Click OK to close the Mouse Properties window. Now click the assigned button to open the LuckyJump grid and execute your command. (See the Settings Tab section above for instructions on customizing LuckyJump.)

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Along with the LuckyJump and NetJump menus you can also create Command Menus to suit your specific work habits. You may want to create a specific command menu for a particular application and then assign it each time you work in that application.

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Creating a Command Menu

Follow these instructions to create a new Command Menu:

1. Double-click the mouse icon in the system tray. In the Mouse Properties window select the Settings

tab.

2. Click New/Update… to open the User-defined Options window.

3. Click Add. The Add Menu window appears.

4. Enter a name (e.g., Test Command Menu) for the new

Command Menu. Click Select Icon to choose a new icon or click OK to accept the default icon. The Userdefined Options window appears with the new Test Command Menu shown.

5. The Command Type: pane lets you change the kind

of command to add. With the default

Application/Document selected, click <Add New Command. (See Choosing Commands from the

Command Type Menu on page 8 for more information.)

6. In the Application/Document window, type the path

or browse to the application you want to add and click

OK. The command will be added to the Test Command Menu pane.

7. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to add more commands. (Click

Insert Separator to group command families as shown below. Select commands or separators you don’t need and click Delete Command to remove them.)

8. Click OK when you are finished. You are returned to

the Settings tab. Your new Test Command Menu is listed at the bottom of the Net/LuckyJump Settings Command List.

9. Add the Test Command Menu to the Net/LuckyJump

grid or go to the Buttons tab and assign it directly to the mouse button you prefer.

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Choosing Commands from the Command Type Menu

The Command Type menu lets you choose different types of commands to add when creating a new Command menu. To add a command from the Command Type menu, select the type of command, click <Add New Command and follow the instructions on your screen. The type of commands and a brief description of how to add a new command are described below.

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Command

Type Description

Application/ Document

File Folder

This field lets you add your favorite programs to run or open a document or file that you specify. Enter the path or browse to the application/document that you want to open.

This field opens the folder you specify in Windows Explorer. Enter the path or browse to the folder you want to open.

Command Type

Home Page

Mail To

Keyboard Sequence

Generic Command

The Home Page command takes you to the URL address you specify. Enter the URL address of the Web site you want to visit. (Requires an online connection.)

Send e-mail from your default e-mail program to the specified e-mail address. Enter the e-mail address that you wish to mail to. (Requires an online connection.)

Assign text and keyboard shortcuts for one-click playback in all programs. Refer to The Keyboard Sequence Command below for detailed instructions on this command.

Choose from a list of commonly used commands, such as

Print, Save, or Open.

The Keyboard Sequence Command

This function lets you add Text commands and Shortcut commands to your Test Command Menu. Use Text commands to enter commonly used phrases in all your text editing applications. Shortcut commands can be used in all applications just as you use conventional keyboard shortcuts.

Adding a Keyboard Sequence Text Command

The Keyboard Sequence command is very useful when working in text editing applications or when sending e-mail. You can assign any number of commonly used phrases and then just enter them with one click into your document. Refer to the following to add a Keyboard Sequence Text command.

1. Double-click the mouse icon in the system tray. In the

Mouse Properties window select the Settings tab.

2. Click New/Update… to open the User-defined Options

window.

3. Select Keyboard Sequence in the Command Type pane and

click <Add New Command.

4. In the Keyboard Sequence window type a name for the

command. Under Mode, select the Text radio button and then type in your message.

5. Click OK when you are finished.

6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 to add more Text commands to your Test

Command Menu.

7. When you have finished adding commands, close the User-

defined Options window and the Mouse Properties window.

8. Open a text editor or e-mail messenger and place the cursor

where you want the message added. Select the Keyboard Sequence Text command from your Test Command Menu.

9. Your message is added to your document.

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Adding a Keyboard Sequence Shortcut Command

In Office applications many users are accustomed to using keyboard commands such as the copy command, [Ctrl] + [C] or the paste command [Ctrl] + [V] directly from the keyboard. However, to spare you from having to remember all these keyboard shortcuts you can add them to your Test Command Menu. Refer to the following to add a Keyboard Sequence command.

1. Double-click the mouse icon in the system tray. In the Mouse

Properties window select the Settings tab.

2. Click New/Update… to open the User-defined Options window.

3. Select Keyboard Sequence in the Command Type pane and click <Add

New Command.

4. In the Keyboard Sequence window type a name for the command. Click

Record and then type in the keyboard sequence. To apply the “Underline”

command as shown below, type: [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [W].

5. Click Stop when you are finished and then click OK.

6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 to add more Keyboard Sequence commands to your Test

Command Menu.

7. When you have finished adding commands, close the User-defined Options

window and the Mouse Properties window.

8. Open your Office application and select some text. Select the Underline

Keyboard Sequence command from your Test Command Menu.

9. The text you selected is now underlined.

For this “Test Run” the LuckyJump grid will be customized to demonstrate how much easier working with the mouse can be. Refer to the following to customize either the LuckyJump or NetJump grid:

1. Double-click the mouse icon in the system tray. In the Mouse Properties

window select the Settings tab.

2. You will see the default settings for LuckyJump. Scroll to Help in the

Command List and select it.

3. Move the cursor to the LuckyJump grid and click the bottom-left Documents

item. Notice the cursor changes to a “Pointing finger” and the Documents icon is replaced with the Help icon.

4. Now scroll to the end of the Command List and assign the Test Command

Menu to the LuckyJump grid in the same way. (See Creating Your Own Command Menu on page 8 if you have not already created a Test Command

Menu.)

5. Continue customizing the LuckyJump menu by assigning commands from the

Command List to the LuckyJump grid.

6. After you have added all the commands you want, click on the Buttons tab

and assign LuckyJump to the button you want. (In most cases you will assign LuckyJump to the third button. Most users prefer to leave the default Context Sensitive Help setting on the second button.)

7. Click OK to close the Mouse Properties window.

8. Now, just press the mouse button assigned to LuckyJump and the LuckyJump

grid opens right under the mouse cursor. (Move the mouse over each item in the grid for a description.)

Some of the commands in LuckyJump are described in more detail below.

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Volume Control

Choose Volume Control from the LuckyJump grid. The volume control screen appears.

Click on the slide bars or use the scroll wheels to set the balance and level for each control. This is a convenient way to adjust the volume no matter what application you are working in.

E-mail

Choose E-mail from the LuckyJump grid. Microsoft Outlook Express opens ready for you to send or receive e-mail.

Or if you prefer to send e-mail from your default Web browser, then assign a shortcut in LuckyJump for instant online access.

Test Command Menu

Choose Test Command Menu from the LuckyJump grid. The Command Menu list that you previously learned to create appears (see Creating Your Own Command Menu on page 8).

Now you’re just one click away from all your Office applications, games, and keyboard shortcuts.

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If you use these applications very often you can bring them all one click closer by assigning your Test Command Menu directly to the mouse button. See Buttons Tab on page 6.

Help is always at Hand

Choose Help from the LuckyJump grid. No matter what application you are working in, the Help file associated with that application opens.

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