P.I. Engineering USB 3 Switch Interface User Manual

USB 3 Switch Interface

Product Manual

Part Number XK-1283-UJS3-R
3 Switch Ports
Made, Sold, and Supported in the USA
From P.I Engineering, The No Slogan Company
www.xkeys.com

Box Contents

This package contains:
1- X-keys Switch Interface
1- Installation CD
1- Product Manual

Quick Start for Windows

1. Run the MacroWorks 3.1 (MW3.1) installation from the enclosed disc.

2. Plug in the X-keys Switch Interface and wait for Windows to recognize it.

3. MW3.1 will display an icon in your Windows Taskbar. Click on the icon and

select the Switch Interface.

4. Press any switch connected to the Switch Interface (or double-click on the

port image) to begin recording a macro.

5. Type keystrokes or select text, shortcut, or function. Multiple lines of

keystrokes, text, shortcuts, and functions may be entered on a single switch.

6. Press the switch again (or click Save) to complete programming.

7. When finished, close the programming window.

To quickly learn how to use MW3.1 watch the brief tutorials on the disc or on
our website. Consult the MW3.1 help file for complete instructions and tips on
programming and using your X-keys.

NOTE: Mouse and joystick commands are found in the Functions menu.

Mac Users

Install ControllerMate for X-keys from the enclosed disc or visit the Software
section of our website for a free download.

ControllerMate for X-keys is published by OrderedBytes in partnership with P.I.
Engineering. For full programming instructions and support, please visit
www.orderedbytes.com/controllermate/.

Hardware Mode Programming

The X-keys XK-3 has an internal memory for storing hardware macros like
keystrokes, mouse actions, game controller (joystick) or multi-media

commands. To program these macros, use MacroWorks 3.1 in “Hardware

Resident Mode.” (under the Mode menu). Once programmed, the XK-3 will

send macros to any computer or USB enabled device with no software
installation required.

Connecting Switches

The port on the XK-3 is a TRRS (Tip-Ring-Ring-Sleeve) jack designed to
accept our three button trigger switch. Any switch wired to a standard 3.5mm
plug may be plugged into the port and the XK-3 will recognize it. Splitter
cables are available to connect two or three switches to the port. Splitters and
adapters may be combined to connect multiple switches in parallel to trigger
the same action from the switch interface.

This image illustrates how the three types of 3.5mm (1/8”) plug are recognized
by the Switch Interface.

Support

Should you encounter difficulty with the installation or programming, please
open the MW3.1 or ControllerMate Help File or check the troubleshooting
guide on our web site. You may also contact technical support.

USA: [e-mail] | Phone: [phone]
UK: [e-mail] | Tel + 44 (0)1869 338428

Compatibility

X-keys USB devices are programmed with MacroWorks 3.1 for Windows XP
through 8 and ControllerMate for Mac OS X. Developers may also use
software development kits for Windows, Linux and Android to integrate X-keys
into their applications. Additionally, the USB 12 Switch Interface has a
hardware programming feature which allows a user to emulate keyboard,
mouse, joystick, or multimedia messages on any USB-enabled operating
system. For more information about any of these options, see our web site or
contact our Technical Support Department ([e-mail]).