Kinesis AC820-blk User Manual

VIP3™ Accessory Kit (AC820-blk) for Kinesis® Freestyle2™ Convertible Keyboard

Online User’s Manual and instructional videos. This mini-manual for your new Freestyle

get you started, but if you have questions that aren’t answered here, check for updates and view the instructional
videos at http://www.kinesis.com/support/manuals.htm.

Introduction

VIP3 kit installed on Freestyle2 keyboard, 10 degree tenting

The Freestyle2 VIP3 Accessory kit provides a pair
of 3-angle V-lifters™ and integrated palm rests
that clip onto the Freestyle2 convertible keyboard,
creating the Freestyle2 VIP3 keyboard. Three
levels of tenting* (5, 10, or 15 degrees) can be
selected. Each keying module can be adjusted
independently and V-lifters are equally effective
whether the keying modules are splayed (using the

pivot tether

™

which came with your keyboard) or
completely separated by up to 9 inches with the
Pivot Tether removed (see page 2).

*Tenting is the elevation of the center portion of a split keyboard. By raising your thumbs, your forearm muscles
become relaxed, resulting in significantly improved comfort and blood flow. The included palm rests further
improve relaxation of forearms and as well as that of neck and shoulder muscles.

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VIP3 kit contents

Contents of kit
The Freestyle2 VIP3 Accessory Kit includes a pair of
palm rests with replaceable, self-adhesive palm pads. Also
included are a pair of 3-angle V-lifters which mount to the
underside of the keyboard after the palm rests have been
installed.

Installing palm rests (disconnect from or shut down your
computer before beginning). Install palm rests first, before
installing 3-angle V-lifters. The palm rests will only insert
into their correct
keying module,
with the wider end
of the support area
towards the middle
of the keyboard.

Lay the keyboard
on a flat surface and place palm rests in front of the appropriate keying
module. Slide each palm rest towards its keying module to engage the three
mounting tabs in their respective slots.

To remove the palm rests, hold a keying module in one hand and its palm
rest in the other hand. Pull the palm rest straight away from the keying
module. For easier removal, lift up gently on the palm rest while pulling it
away from the keyboard.

Note: Don’t remove one corner before the other–pull the palm rest straight
away from the keyboard.

Installing palm rest

Installing 3-angle V-lifters (install palm rests first) The Pivot Tether, which comes

Installing 3-angle V-lifters

with the Freestyle2 keyboard, is fully compatible with the V-lifters so it does not need
to be removed before installing the V-lifters. Place the keyboard upside down on a
flat surface. Each V-lifter is labeled “Right” or “Left,” and also has a colored dot (red
for right, blue for left) that should match the corresponding dot on the palm rest.

To install, insert the two end tabs of the left V-lifter into the square holes on the
bottom of the left keying module. Lower the other end until the two “squeeze tabs”
snap into palm rest. Repeat with right side. When both V-lifters are installed, flip the
keyboard gently into the upright position.

To remove, position keyboard upside down. Press the “squeeze tabs” on a V-lifter
slightly and lift up gently until the two tabs at the other end exit from the square
holes.

Adjusting the V-lifter tenting angle

The VIP3 V-lifters each have two hinged legs which when unsnapped provide 5 degree tenting. The legs may be
snapped together to form a rigid “V,” providing 10 or 15 degree tenting.

5 degree tenting: As shipped. To convert back to 5º after changing to 10º/15º, pull the short and long support legs
apart to release the snaps. The legs will fold flat from the weight of the keyboard to provide a stable 5 degree angle.

10 and 15 degree tenting: To change from 5 degree tenting, simply snap

Pivot tether

Slide release button

the two legs of each V-lifter together to form a rigid “V.” To change
between the 10 and 15 degree angles, lift each keying module slightly and
flip its V-lifter to the higher (15 degree, single leg support) or lower (10
degree, two leg support) position.
.
Removing Pivot Tether™
The Pivot Tether may be removed if you want to completely
separate the keying modules. Place the keyboard on a flat surface, slide the release button on the top rear of a keying
module. Lift that keying module up to release it from the pivot tether. To remove the pivot tether completely, slide the
other release button and wiggle the Pivot Tether while pulling it away from the keying module.

Trouble shooting and Technical Support

If the V-lifters seem unstable or protrude beyond the edge of the keyboard, you may have installed them on the “wrong” sides.
Check that the colored dots match between the palm rests and V-lifter or try swapping left and right V-lifters to see if that solves
the problem. The image above shows the underside of a Freestyle2 keyboard with correctly-installed VIP3 V-lifters.

For support, first download the latest User’s Manual and view the instructional video at the Kinesis website (http://
www.kinesis.com/support/manuals.htm). If you still have questions or problems, email Kinesis Technical Support
([e-mail]), or call during business hours (M-F, 8:00AM to 4:30PM Pacific Time).

Health Caution
Improper keyboard and/or mouse use may contribute to painful and permanent injuries. Read the Health and Safety details
on the bottom label of the keyboard. If you experience pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling while or after using your computer,
consult a qualified health professional for advice.

Warranty & Legal
Kinesis warrants these Freestyle keyboard accessories to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and to perform substantially in
accordance with the Product documentation for two years from the date of purchase. If Product fails due to accident, abuse, inappropriate use or
normal wear, Kinesis shall have no responsibility under this Limited Warranty. For complete warranty details, see http://www.kinesis.com/
support/manuals.htm. Kinesis and Freestyle are registered trademarks and Freestyle2, VIP3, and Pivot Tether are trademarks of Kinesis

Corporation. Patents are pending.

Kinesis Corporation
22030 20
Bothell, WA 98021 USA

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Avenue SE, Suite 102

www.kinesis.com [e-mail]
Phone: [phone] (USA only) or 425-402-8100

May 18, 2012