Kinesis FSMJ4 User Manual

Savant Elite USB

Programmable Foot Switch Family

USER’S MANUAL

USER’S MANUAL

Savant™ Elite™ Programmable Foot Switch Family

Kinesis® USB input devices for use on any system capable of providing generic HID drivers
for keyboard & mouse. Programmable in Windows 2000 - Windows 8 (32 bit only).

Models covered:

FS10J: Control module with two input jacks, bundled with one pedal

FS20A: Dual angled pedals mounted on steel base

FS20AJ: Dual angled pedals mounted on steel base with one jack for optional input device

FS30A: Triple angled & adjustable pedals, mounted on steel base

FS30AJ: Triple angled & adjustable pedals, mounted on steel base. Jack for optional input

FSMJ2: Control module only, with two input jacks

FSMJ4: Control module only, with four input jacks

Optional input accessories*

FS007mp: single foot pedal with mini-phono plug

FSW007mp-IPX8**: single waterproof foot pedal with mini-phono plug#

FS002HT8: Hand trigger, 8 foot cable with mini-phono plug.

* ETL safety listing requires use only with Kinesis input accessories.

**Waterproof versions of each model are available by special order.

# USB and mini-phono connections are not waterproof

Compatibility

These products are fully operational in play mode under Windows 2000® through Windows 8 . The
programming driver is only compatible with 32 bit OS versions, but once the product is programmed, it can
be used on a 64 bit operating system. The downloadable driver is preconfigured to use Windows XP
"compatibility mode" so no user intervention is required. With Mac OS X®, these product are fully
operational in play mode except that the OS does not allow one USB device to modify another. To program
under Mac OS X, computer must be an Intel Mac running a 32 bit version of Windows using BootCamp®
or Parallels®.

September 2014 Edition

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located at www.kinesis.com.

KINESIS is a registered trademark and SAVANT ELITE is a trademark of Kinesis Corporation. WINDOWS is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation. MAC, MAC OS, and BOOT CAMP are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. PARALLELS is a registered trademark of
Parallels Software Intl. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Kinesis
Corporation.

Cover: Triple pedal model shown (FS30A)

REGULATORY APPROVALS

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY
INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

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 when the
equipment is operated 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Warning

To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use only shielded interfacing cables when connecting to computer or
peripheral. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.

INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interface-causing Equipment Regulations. Cet
Appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exiginces du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada.

CE COMPLIANCE FOR EMISSIONS AND IMMUNITY

This device has been tested to comply with the following European standards for emissions and immunity for ITE and
medical equipment: En 55022, En 55024, EN 61000-3-2/3, and EN 60601-1-2.

MEDICAL PRODUCT SAFETY

RECOGNIZED COMPONENT

CONFORMS TO UL STD 60601-1; CERTIFIED TO CSA STD C22.2 NO. 601.1

4007055

The ETL Recognized Component mark on the product label indicates compliance with UL 60601-1 and CSA Std
C22.2 No. 601.1 standards for medical use. These products must be used with a UL listed computer to comply with
UL safety standards. The label will also indicate IPX1 per UL and CE standards for “drip-proof” water resistance.
Custom, non-programmable waterproof (IPX8) models are also available by special order. This product should not be
used in the presence of a flammable atmosphere such as an anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen, or nitrous oxide.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Read me first ................................................................................ 6

Repetitive strain safety warning ................................................... 6

Features and compatibility ........................................................... 7

Installation ................................................................................... 11

Custom programming your foot switch actions .......................... 13

Safety, cleaning, and maintenance .............................................. 21

Troubleshooting and technical support ....................................... 23

Warranty ...................................................................................... 25

READ ME FIRST

Do NOT install programming software before reading the chapter on Installation. Driver
installation is only required if you decide to change the factory programming. Failure to
heed this warning may result in damage to your device which would not be covered by
warranty.

REPETITIVE STRAIN SAFETY WARNING

Continuous use of any computer input device may cause aches and pains or a more serious
cumulative trauma disorder (CTD) such as tendinitis.

# Observe sensible guidelines when using any computer input device to help

minimize the possibility of injury.

# Follow established guidelines for computer and workstation setup.

# Exercise good judgment in placing reasonable limits on your computer

usage time every day.

# Ensure that you take reasonable

course of the day.

# At the first sign of stress-related injury (aching, numbness, or tingling

of an extremity), consult your health care professional.

Kinesis Corporation bases its product designs on research, proven features, and user
evaluations. However, because of the complex set of factors believed to contribute to
computer-related injuries, the company can make no warranty that any of its products will
prevent or cure any physical ailment.

rest breaks from computer use during the

Your risk of injury may be affected by workstation and chair design, posture, time worked
without breaks, type of work, activities outside of the workplace, and individual physiology.

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FEATURES AND COMPATIBILITY

Overview

All Kinesis Savant Elite devices are fully programmable under Windows (32 bit versions) to
perform keyboard/mouse emulation, using an onboard, non-volatile memory chip to store
keyboard or mouse button actions. A hidden slide switch is used to activate programming
mode when changes are desired.

Once programmed, these devices will operate on any computer with an active USB port.
Standard factory programming performs mouse button actions, but custom factory
programming maybe requested at the time of order for a small fee. Custom waterproof
models are available by special order and are factory-programmable only.

The comfortable, front-hinged pedals allow the foot to be rested towards the front (near)
portion of the pedal and may be triggered with minimal foot or leg motion. The default pedal
force is approximately 3.5 pounds when pressing near the rear (cabled end) of the device.

System compatibility

Generic USB "HID" drivers to operate the device are provided automatically by the
operating system. While normal operation is supported under most platforms supporting
USB input devices, the programming driver (available for download at kinesis.com) is
supported under Windows 2000, XP, VISTA, 7, and 8 (32 bit versions only). Once
customized, however, a device may then be returned to and used in virtually any other USB
environment.

On a Macintosh system, re-programming the device is not supported except if Windows (a
32 bit version) is run within a Parallels session or using Boot Camp. Most actions
programmed under Windows (including the regular mouse click and the right mouse button
action) will play correctly under OS X. The details of currently known limitations on
Macintosh systems are described below for each feature.

Detailed features

Savant Elite programmable foot switches can generate single characters or extensive
keyboard sequences, but are factory programmed to perform single mouse button actions.
The control module has the capability to support up to four pedals or other inputs, but some
models do not provide access to all inputs. For each pedal, key combinations such as Ctrl-c
or Shift-Ctrl-arrow can be stored, as well as text of up to approximately 750 characters per
pedal (up to approximately 1200 total characters per device). Except on a Macintosh
system, a pedal can also serve as a modifier (e.g. Ctrl or Shift).

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Two types of macros may NOT be stored in a single pedal. These are (1) combinations of
keyboard and mouse button actions, and (2) multiple mouse button actions (e.g. double
click).

Advanced features include the following:

- Pre-combined modifiers. If you frequently use combinations like Shift-Ctrl left arrow, you
can reduce strain and effort by programing a pedal to perform the awkward Shift-Ctrl portion
of the key combination. However, this is not supported on a Macintosh (modifiers on one
input device cannot modify another in the OS X operating system).

- Complete modifier macros. Even on a Macintosh system you may perform dedicated
combinations like Shift-Ctrl left arrow and Shift-Ctrl-right arrow.

- Repeating key actions. Normally single keys actions programmed into the foot switch will
repeat if the pedal is held down, with the same repeat delay and speed as on a keyboard. If a
macro (multiple keystrokes) is programmed, it will also repeat if the pedal is held down, but
at a slower rate which is not affected by the keyboard repeat delay & rate set in the control
panel. These features may be changed using special commands.

- Slow output. If normal programmed output from the foot switch is too fast for the
computer, “slow output” can be selected.

- Inserting “delays” between keystrokes. The foot switch can be programmed with one or
more 0.5 second delays.

- Separate press/release commands. For special applications, you can send a “press key” or
“release key” only, or you can program “press key” actions separately from “release key”
actions.

- Setting “Capslock remembered during playback.” Use this feature if you want a macro to
always play back in the same Capslock mode in which it was programmed.

Status LEDs

On the front of the electronics enclosure (facing the user) are two light emitting diodes
(LEDs) which indicate the status of the device. When the green LED is illuminated steadily,
the unit is operating correctly in “play mode.” If the Green LED is flashing, the unit is in
“programming mode.” If the red LED is on, the device is not working correctly (see the
chapter on “Troubleshooting and Technical Support”).

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Optional accessories

Some Savant Elite models are equipped with one or more mini-phono jacks, each of which
can accept either a single foot pedal or a hand trigger. Jack-equipped models may be used
with a Kinesis hand trigger (FS002HT8, 8 foot cable), or with a stand-alone foot pedal
(FS007MP, 10 foot cable). Do not attempt to connect any other device to the jack. Extension
cables are available from Kinesis for both the USB cable and the mini-phono cables of stand
alone pedals and hand triggers (contact Kinesis at [e-mail]

or 800-454-6374).

Model-specific Features

The various models of Savant Elite programmable devices have unique features which are
described below.

Single pedal bundled with control module (FS10J)

This unit is optimal where space is at a premium, since a single foot pedal can be positioned
near the user with the control module ten feet (or
more, using an available extension cable) away.

Dual jack control module, FSMJ2, bundled with
one single pedal as FS10J (four-jack control

module available separately as FSMJ4)

The single pedal model includes a Savant Elite
control module (FSMJ2) with two mini-phono
jacks. This is bundled with a single front-hinged
foot switch equipped with a 10 foot long cable.
An additional pedal (FS007MP) or hand trigger
(FS002HT8) may be purchased separately for the
second input jack.

The control module is equipped with small rubber feet, but for
additional stability, you may attach it to a surface with a removable self-adhesive “hook &
loop” material (provided).

Single pedal, FS007MP, with 9'
cable & miniphono connector.

Factory programming for :

Jack 1 (front): Left mouse button

Use with jack-equipped Kinesis
devices

Jack 2 (rear): Right mouse button

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