THRUSTMASTER NOMAD KEYPAD CALCULATOR User Manual

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User Manual

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Nomads’ Keypad Calculator. It makes the calculation process easier and more convenient.

System Requirements

 Microsoft  One USB 1.1 or 2.0 compliant USB port

Installation

Windows 98/Me

1. Connect the keypad’s USB connector to a USB port on your computer.

2. The Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Click Next.

3. In the following screen, select Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended) and

4. The Wizard locates the appropriate driver for you. Click Next to install the driver.

5. Click Finish to complete the installation.

6. Restart your computer.

You are now ready to begin using your Nomads’ Keypad Calculator.

Windows 2000/XP

1. Connect the keypad’s USB connector to a USB port on your computer.

2. The Found New Hardware Wizard appears and Windows installs the appropriate driver

3. Restart your computer.

You are now ready to begin using your Nomads’ Keypad Calculator.

Mac OS X

1. Connect the keypad’s USB connector to a USB port on your computer.

2. Mac OS X installs the appropriate driver automatically.

You are now ready to begin using your Nomads’ Keypad Calculator.

Windows® 98/Me/2000/XP or Mac OS X

then click Next.

automatically.

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Using the Nomads’ Keypad Calculator

- To switch on the keypad, press the CE/AC key, located in the top left-hand corner. The keypad starts in calculator (CALC) mode and displays 0. When connected to a computer, the keypad starts in keypad (KEYPAD) mode.

- In CALC mode, the keypad automatically switches to sleep mode after four minutes of inactivity. You can press the CE/AC key to wake it up again.

- Press the CE/AC key for two seconds to switch the keypad off.

Key function overview

Key Description

Keypad mode: “Num Lock” function (ON is displayed when

enabled).

Num Lock/

CE/AC

Calculator mode:

I. First press displays 0. II. When entering digits, pressing this key once clears the entry

III. When entering digits, pressing this key a second time clears the

entire operating register. M+ Adds the current display to the memory contents. M- Subtracts the current display from the memory contents.

MRC

I. First press (MR): Transfers the contents of the memory register into

the display register.

II. Second press (MC): Clears the memory.

TAB

+/-

Use this key in combination with arithmetic operator keys to compute percentages.

Keypad mode: “Tab” function. Calculator mode: Specifies the number of decimal places for

rounding. Switches the sign of the displayed value between positive (+) and negative (-).

MODE Switches between Keypad and Calculator modes.

SEND

Enter

Sends the calculation result to the computer when the device is in Calculator or Keypad mode.

Keypad mode: “Enter” function. Calculator mode: “=” function.

Special functions:

There are no synchronization issues; the keypad can be used while entering characters on a laptop at the same time. The keypad does not require any proprietary drivers and is fully Plug & Play compatible.

Regardless of the host computer’s Num Lock status, users can use the number keys or direction keys on the keypad, depending on whether Num Lock is on or off. In Keypad mode, pressing the Num Lock key once changes the keypad’s Num Lock status.

This keypad can be used on Mac computers running OS X. If the keypad is having trouble functioning with the MAC OS, press and hold the Num Lock key for 4 seconds to switch to Mac mode.

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About the display

The display shows the numbers you input, calculation results, and various indicators regarding the status of the calculator.

-MINUS Negative value indicator

MEM Independent memory indicator

ERR Error indicator

‘ 3-digit separator (apostrophe)

CALC Indicates Calculator mode

KEYPAD Indicates Keypad mode

GT Grand total

ON “Num Lock” function ON indicator

Rounding selector and decimal place selector

Use the Tab key for rounding selector. Specifies the rounding system

Floating decimal point system, which displays the value without

rounding.

0,2,4

Number of decimal places for the 5/4 setting of the rounding selector.

The “Add Mode” automatically adds a decimal point and two decimal places to all values, even if you do not enter a decimal point. This mode is very useful when performing calculations in Euros or other currencies

which require two decimal places. Two decimal places are not added in this mode if you press the DEL key while inputting a value, or for any operations other than addition and subtraction.

Product specifications

Operation force 60±15gm Total travel 2.1mm Battery type A13 (LR44) battery Dimensions: L×W×H 116×88×19mm Connector USB

Power consumption

Two-way power system for Calculator mode: USB bus-power or one A13 (LR44) battery.

Troubleshooting

- When turning on the keypad, if the display on the keypad’s LCD screen is abnormal or if nothing is displayed, check your battery first to make sure it is in working order.

- If the battery is working properly, take a piece of metal with a pointed end (a pin, for example) and insert it into the reset hole, located on the back of the keypad. Press and hold the reset button for a few seconds; the keypad should then function normally.

- If this does not resolve your problem, please contact Technical Support for assistance.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT

If you encounter a problem with your product, please go to http://ts.thrustmaster.com and click Technical Support. From there you will be able to access various utilities (Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), the latest versions of drivers and software) that may help to resolve your problem. If the problem persists, you can contact the Thrustmaster products technical support service (“Technical Support”):

By email: In order to take advantage of technical support by email, you must first register online. The information you provide will help the agents to resolve your problem more quickly. Click Registration on the left-hand side of the Technical Support page and follow the on-screen instructions. If you have already registered, fill in the Username and Password fields and then click Login.

By telephone:

United

Kingdom

United States /

Canada

0207 216 0047

514-279-9911

Denmark 82 33 28 58

Finland 09 81 71 01 54

Netherlands 0900 2026765

Norway 23 50 01 16

Sweden 08-51992032

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

Worldwide, Guillemot Corporation S.A. (“Guillemot”) warrants to the consumer that this Thrustmaster product will be free from material defects and manufacturing flaws for a period of two (2) years from the original date of purchase. Should the product appear to be defective during the warranty period, immediately contact Technical Support, who will indicate the procedure to follow. If the defect is confirmed, the product must be returned to its place of purchase (or any other location indicated by Technical Support). Within the context of this warranty, the consumer’s defective product will, at Technical Support’s option, be either repaired or replaced. Where authorized by applicable law, the full liability of Guillemot and its subsidiaries (including for indirect damages) is limited to the repair or replacement of the Thrustmaster product. The consumer’s legal rights with respect to legislation applicable to the sale of consumer goods are not affected by this warranty. This warranty shall not apply: (1) if the product has been modified, opened, altered, or has suffered damage as a result of inappropriate or abusive use, negligence, an accident, normal wear, or any other cause not related to a material defect or manufacturing flaw; (2) in the event of failure to comply with the instructions provided by Technical Support; (3) to software not published by Guillemot, said software being subject to a specific warranty provided by its publisher.

Additional warranty provisions

In the United States of America and in Canada, this warranty is limited to the product’s internal mechanism and external housing. Any applicable implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are hereby limited to two (2) years from the date of purchase and are subject to the conditions set forth in this limited warranty. In no event shall Guillemot Corporation S.A. or its affiliates be liable for consequential or incidental damage resulting from the breach of any express or implied warranties. Some States/Provinces do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusion or limitation of incidental/consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from State to State or Province to Province.

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