SMK-Link Electronics Bluetooth Compact Keyboard User Manual

USER’S MANUAL
MODEL VP6630
Regulatory Compliance
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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
FCC Certication
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 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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Notice: Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Extension cables are not recommended, if used, they must be shielded in order to comply with the emission limits.
Certication
The term “IC” before the certication/registration number only signies that the Industry Canada technical specications were met.
Declaration of Conformity:
Hereby, SMK-LINK Electronics, Inc. declares that this Wireless Ultra-Mini Touchpad Keyboard for Mac is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
© 2011 SMK-LINK Electronics, Inc.
Hardware Requirements:
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• Bluetooth-Hid enabled Tablet or computer.
Operating Systems:
• Windows XP, Vista, 7
• Mac OS X 10.4 or later
• iOS 4 or later
• Android OS 2.1 or later (some of the media hot keys not supported)
• Linux (some of the media hot keys not supported)
Package Contents:
• SMK-Link Bluetooth Compact Keyboard
• 2 x AA Batteries
• User’s Manual
Important, Read Me First:
• Please note that this keyboard is compatible with Bluetooth­ Hid enabled computers with Windows, Mac and Linux systems in addition to Bluetooth tablets. However, due to the many different operating systems used in tablet PC’s including iPad and iPad 2, the F1 through F12 keys, some of the Fn shortcut media keys and Ctrl, Alt, Control, Command, Option compound keys on this keyboard may not be supported by your tablet.
• The following keys are universal and supported by all platforms: o All alphabets o The top row numeric keys o Symbols o Shift o CapsLock o Back Space o Delete o The 4 directional arrow keys
• Some wireless service providers may have locked out the
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tablet’s Bluetooth HID prole, which is required to connect to any Bluetooth keyboard. If this happens with your tablet, you may request a patch le from your wireless service provider to allow connection between your tablet and your Bluetooth keyboard.
Installing Batteries (Supplied)
• Remove the battery cover from the bottom of the keyboard.
• Insert the two AA batteries (included in the package) to the battery slots. Make sure the positive (+) and negative (-) ends of the batteries match the polarity markings inside the battery compartment.
• Snap the battery cover back into position.
• Turn on the power by placing the on/off switch to “ON” position.
• Your keyboard is ready to be connected to your Bluetooth Tablet (or computer.)
On/off Switch – turn keyboard power on
ID Button – press to place keyboard in Discovery mode
Caution Do not mix new and used batteries in the keyboard. Always replace with 2 batteries of the same type from the same manufacturer.
LED Status Indicators
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• This keyboard features 4 LED status indicators.
Note: some of the Tablet OS, ie. Android, may not support the LED indicator lights.
Num Lock – switch to numeric keys
Caps Lock – switch to capital letters
Pairing – ready to pair with the host
Bat. – battery power low indicator
Setting up Bluetooth Connection
• Before you can use Bluetooth devices for the rst time you must connect your devices through a standard set of discovery mode and pairing processes.
• Please review the documentation that comes with your system for any specics regarding your Bluetooth system, or consult with your system vendor if you cannot nd the Bluetooth connectivity in your system.
• The ID button is conveniently located at the bottom of the keyboard. Press it to enter discovery and pairing mode when you are ready to connect the keyboard to your Bluetooth Tablet or system.
Connecting to iPad
1. Power on the keyboard by sliding the on/off switch to the ON position.
2. Power on your iPad, tap on “Settings” and choose “General”. Tap “Bluetooth” and switch ON the Bluetooth connection.
3. Press the ID button on the back of the keyboard to enter discovery mode. The Pairing LED on the keyboard ashes blue indicating it’s ready to be discovered.
4. When the SMK-Link Bluetooth Keyboard is listed on the
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iPad Bluetooth menu, tap on the keyboard name and the iPad will prompt you for a PIN. Enter the PIN code provided by iPad in the pop up window and press ENTER key on your Bluetooth keyboard.
5. The Bluetooth keyboard status on the iPad’s Bluetooth devices menu changes to “Connected”. The keyboard’s Pairing LED light will go off. Your keyboard is connected to the iPad.
6. When the keyboard is powered off, the Bluetooth keyboard status on the iPad’s Bluetooth devices menu will change to “Not Connected”. To reconnect, simply power on the keyboard, wait a few seconds for the iPad to reconnect to the keyboard and the status will automatically change to “Connected” and the keyboard is now ready.
Connecting to Other Tablet Systems
1. Power on the keyboard by sliding the on/off switch to the ON position.
2. Power on your tablet, turn on Bluetooth connection.
3. Press the ID button on the back of the keyboard to enter discovery mode. The Pairing LED on the keyboard ashes blue indicating it’s ready to be discovered.
4. Follow the instructions on your tablet, select the SMK-Link Bluetooth Keyboard and your tablet will prompt you for a PIN. Enter the PIN code as directed and press ENTER key on your Bluetooth keyboard.
5. The Bluetooth keyboard is now connected to your tablet and the keyboard’s Pairing LED light will go off.
Connecting to Macintosh Systems
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1. Power on the keyboard by sliding the on/off switch to the ON position.
2. Make sure your computer’s Bluetooth is turned on.
3. Click the Bluetooth icon located on your desktop or in the system bar.
4. Or, click the Apple icon and select System Preferences, then click on the Bluetooth icon.
5. Select Turn Bluetooth On to enable Bluetooth for your Macintosh computer if it’s not already on.
6. Select Set Up New Device. Bluetooth Setup Assistant screen
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will show up. Click Continue.
7. Press the ID button on the back of the keyboard to enter discovery mode. The Pairing LED on the keyboard ashes blue indicating it’s ready to be discovered.
8. The screen will ask you for the device type. Select Keyboard from the device list and click Continue.
9. Your computer will search for Bluetooth devices in the range (within 33 feet or 10 meters) and list each device on the screen. Select SMK-Link Bluetooth Keyboard and click Continue.
10. The Wizard will provide you with a passkey. Use your
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Bluetooth keyboard to enter the numbers displayed on the screen, followed by pressing the enter key on your keyboard.
11. On the Conclusion screen, click Quit to exit setup. Your Bluetooth keyboard is successfully installed.
Connecting to MICROSOFT Windows Systems
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1. Power on the keyboard by sliding the on/off switch to the ON position.
2. Make sure your computer’s Bluetooth is turned on.
3. From the system tray located at the lower right-hand corner of your screen click on the Show Hidden Icons button to reveal the full list of options. Right click on the Bluetooth icon.
4. Select and click on Add a Device.
5. Press the ID button on the back of the keyboard to enter discovery mode. The Pairing LED on the keyboard ashes blue indicating it’s ready to be discovered.
6. The Bluetooth keyboard will be displayed on the screen
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when it’s discovered by the computer. Select the keyboard icon and click Next. (Note: Depending on the system’s signal strength, it may require more than one try to discover the keyboard. If needed, repeat these steps until the keyboard is discovered.)
7. Using the Bluetooth keyboard to type the passkey provided by your system on the screen, press Enter on your keyboard and click Next.
8. The system accepts the passkey; your keyboard is now connected to your Bluetooth computer.
Using the Bluetooth Keyboard
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The keyboard is designed with the following power management features to conserve battery power:
• Power-saving mode
When carrying the keyboard around, it’s best to turn the power off to conserve battery power. During operation, the keyboard will automatically enter into power-saving (sleep) mode after 30 minutes of idle to preserve power. To reactivate the keyboard, simply press any key to wake up. Please note that it takes a few seconds for Bluetooth to wake up.
• Reconnect keyboard to the system
When keyboard is reactivated, it automatically reconnects itself to the Bluetooth Tablet or system. The process may take up to several seconds depending on the system.
• Bluetooth Class 2 Transmission Range
This keyboard is designed with authentic Broadcom Bluetooth Class 2 chip set with up to 33 ft / 10 meters radius of reliable transmission range without line of sight. Please make sure the keyboard is placed within range from the host Tablet or system. If operation is halted due to keyboard being placed out of range, connection will resume once the keyboard is brought within the range from the host Tablet or system.
• Power-low Indicator
The BAT. indicator LED ashes when battery power is low. Please replace both batteries at your earliest convenience to prevent power interruption.
Fn Shortcut Key Functions
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• There are 6 convenient media shortcut keys provided for productivity enhancement. Press Fn key with one of the following media keys simultaneously to control 6 of the most frequently used media functions:
Media Icon Media Function
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Previous Track
Play / Pause
Next Track
Mute
Volume Down
Volume Up
• Please note that while the Fn shortcut keys are fully supported in Windows and Macintosh OS, they may not function in iPad and other Tablet systems due to the design of the iOS and the other mobile operating systems for the tablets.
• The F1 through F12 keys on the keyboard are not supported by iPad and the various Tablet systems due to the nature of the OS. They are fully supported by Windows and Mac OS.
Product Support
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For technical support please contact SMK-LINK Electronics at http://www.smklink.com/support
Warranty:
SMK-LINK warrants to the original end-user purchaser of the Product (“you”) that the Product, excluding batteries, will be free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal use and service for one-year from date of purchase. Dated invoice or sales receipt is necessary to accompany the Product returned for warranty service consideration. Any Product repaired or replaced under the terms of the warranty is covered for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days from the date of service or return shipping, whichever is longer. If the Product becomes defective in materials or workmanship during the warranty period, SMK-LINK will, at its option, either repair or replace it with a more current or upgraded model if the originally purchased model is not available.
This warranty does not cover products which have been subjected to misuse, accident, physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation or re, or when product regulatory label has been removed, altered or rendered illegible; nor does it cover accessory and consumable items. In no case shall SMK-LINK be liable for any indirect special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict tort or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of prots, loss of savings or revenues, inability to use the product or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of any substitute equipment, facilities or services, claims by third parties other than you, and injury to property. SMK-LINK’s total liability for damages for any cause related to, or
arising out of the use or inability to use the product, shall not exceed the original price paid for the product even if SMK-LINK has been informed of such possibility. If your Product requires warranty service, you must rst contact SMK-LINK Product Support to receive an RMA Number. The contact information can be found on the SMK-LINK website: http://www.smklink.com/support/contactsupport.html
This warranty does not affect your statutory right and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Unless modied in writing, signed by both you and SMK-LINK, this warranty is understood to be the complete and exclusive agreement between the parties, superseding all prior agreements, oral or written, and all other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter of this warranty.
All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.
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