Trust 350B User Manual

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Method when using for the first time Chapter

1. Uninstalling old drivers and devices (3.1)

2. Connecting (3.2)

3. Installing in Windows (3.3)

4. Checking after the installation (4.0)

1 Introduction

This instruction manual is for users of the TRUST 350B MOUSE. The TRUST 350B MOUSE is a five button mouse with scroll wheel and convenient cradle for storing the mouse when it is not in use. The mouse is suitable for right and left handed users. Three buttons can be programmed with the included software for easy access to frequently used functions

2 Safety

Carefully read the following instructions before use:

- The TRUST 350B MOUSE does not require any special maintenance. Use a slightly damp, soft cloth to clean the set.

- Do not use aggressive substances, such as petrol or white spirit, to clean the device. These may harm the material.

- Do not submerge the device in liquid. This may be dangerous and will damage the device. Do not use this device near water.

- Make sure nothing is placed on the cable. Do not use this device in an area where the cable can become worn or damaged as a result of people walking over it.

- Do not repair this device yourself.

3 Installation

3.1 Uninstalling old drivers and devices

The most common cause of faults during installation is the presence of a driver for a similar, old product. The best solution is to first remove all drivers related to old devices before installing the new driver.

1. Enter the Windows ‘Safe Mode’ (press F8 when starting Windows and then select ‘Safe Mode’ from the menu which is displayed).

2. Go to ‘Start – Settings – Control Panel’ and double-click on the ‘Add/Remove Programs’ icon.

3. Find all the programs for similar, old devices and remove these by clicking on the ‘Add/Remove’ button. When in the ‘Safe Mode’, it is possible for some programs to appear twice. In that case, remove all the programs which appear twice.

4. Restart the computer.

3.2 Connecting

1. Make sure the computer is turned off.

2. Connect the green plug of the mouse to the PS/2 mouse connection on your computer. Read the manual of the pc/mainboard how to do this.

3. Turn the computer on.

4. The PC will automatica lly detected and install a standard PS/2 Wheel mouse

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3.3 Installation in Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP

Note: The latest software (driver) can be downloaded from

www.trust.com/13088. Check whether a new driver is available and use this for the installation.

Note: Make sure all other programs are closed during the installation. Note: During installation in Windows XP, you may receive a message saying

that the driver has not been signed. This does not cause a problem for the functionality. Click ok to continue.

Note: In the example, ‘D:\’ is used to indicate the CD-ROM drive. This may be

different for your computer.

Note: Software is for p rogramming the thre e buttons. Mou se will work without

installing it.

1. Insert the CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The installation program will start automatica lly. If it does not start automatically, carry out the following: a) Select 'Run' from the Start menu. b) Type [D:\SETUP.EXE] and click on 'OK' to start the Trust Software

Installer.

2. Figure 2 will appear.

3. Click on the language you wish to use for the installation.

4. Click on ‘Trust Mouse Utility‘ to start th e installation of the mouse.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

6. Restart the computer.

The installation of the software for the mouse has now been completed.

4 Checking after the installation

After installing the device and the driver, the following are installed on your computer and can be checked: Taskbar – The icons as shown in figure 3 should be visible in the right-hand corner of your taskbar. ‘Start – Settings – Control Panel’. Double-click on the ‘System’ icon and select the ‘Device Manager’ tab.

- Mouse – WHEEL MOUSE PS/2

‘Start – Settings – Control Panel’ and then double-click on the ‘Add/Remove Programs’ icon. Start - Programs – Trust Mous e Utility

- Trust Mouse Utility

- Uninstall Trust Mouse Utility

Note: The information given in this chapter will vary when the installation has

been altered by the user (for example, not everything has been installed or locations other than the default locations have been selected).

Note: Deviations may also occur as a result of using new drivers available on

the Internet.

Note: The location or name in the ‘Control Panel’ may vary for different

Operating Systems.

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5 Use

5.1.1 Explanation of the buttons

The mouse has five different buttons and a scroll wheel. The functions of these components are given in table 2. Use this table together with figure 1.

Item Name Function

Button 1 Right mouse button function.

Button 2 Programmable third mouse button + scroll wheel.

Button 3 Left mouse button function.

Buttons 4 + 5 Programmable fourth and fifth mouse buttons on

the left and right side of the mouse.

Table 2: Explanation of the mouse

5.1.2 Software

1. Double-click on the Trust icon (figure 3) in the taskbar.

2. The mouse properties window will appear (figure 4).

3. The scroll wheel mode can be selected in the ‘Scroll wheel’ tab.

4. There are two options:

• Increased scroll mode; has all the advantages of the MS-Intellimouse and scrolls in Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

• Intellimouse mode; works as an MS-Intellimouse.

5. Select the scroll wheel speed.

6. The buttons 3, 4 and 5 can be programmed in the ‘Buttons’ tab (see figure 5).

7. Select a button and click on the arrow on the right-hand side. A drop-down menu will appear (see figure 6).

8. Select the function you wish to use.

9. Click on ‘Apply’.

The mouse has now been programmed.

Right clicking on the Trust icon and then selecting active mouse property will let you set windows mouse properties like left and right hand use amongst others functions.

6 Maintenance

The ball of the mouse will become dirty t hrough use and cause the mouse to function poorly. It is, therefore, necessary to regularly clean the ball.

1. Turn off the computer and turn the mouse upside down.

2. Remove the ring that keeps the ball in position.

3. Remove the ball from the compartment.

4. Clean the compartment where the ball is housed (see figure 7). Use a

cotton bud that has been dampened with water. Do not use too much water. This may cause the mouse to stop functioning.

Figure 7: Bottom of the mouse with an open mouse ball compartment

5. Clean the ball by placing it under cold, running water. Dry the ball using a

lint free cloth. Place the ball back in the mouse. Refit the ring and turn the computer on.

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7 Troubleshooting

Method

1. Read the solutions given below.

2. Check for up-to-date FAQ’s, drivers and instruction

manuals on the Internet (www.trust.com/13088).

Problem Cause Possible solution

The mouse does not react.

The mouse has not been connected or has not been connected correctly.

Connect the mouse to the (green) PS/2 mouse port and restart the computer.

The mouse arrow moves erratic ally on the monitor.

The ball itself or the ball compartment could be dirty.

Clean the ball or look for dirt inside the ball compartment. See chapter 6 for further information.

Windows displays an error message concerning the mouse when the computer is started.

The software for your previous mouse is still active.

Remove the software fo r your previous mouse before installing the Trust software (see chapter

3.1).

The software has not been installed.

Install the mouse software.

The scroll function does not work.

The software has not been configured correctly.

Configure the software correctly.

If you still have problems a fter trying these solu tions, please conta ct one of the Trust Customer Care Centers. You can find more information at the back of this instruction manual. Please have the following information available:

• The article number, this is : 13088

• A good description of what does not work.

• A good description of when the problem occurs.