User Guide

Using Your Universal Wireless Keyboard

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Universal Wireless Keyboard

Table of Contents

About This Book...v
Step-by-step instructions... v Sidebars... vi
Chapter 1: Customizing the Keyboard..1
Changing keyboard settings...2 Changing settings on a Palm OS device..2 Changing settings on a Pocket PC device..4 Assigning key combinations for opening applications..6 Assigning command keys for a Palm OS device..6 Assigning hotkeys for a Pocket PC device..8 Saving power while using the keyboard..10 Saving power on a Palm OS device...10 Saving power on a Pocket PC device..12
Chapter 2: Keyboard Shortcuts and Special Characters.14
Cursor movements...15 Menu commands....16 Keyboard function keys....18 Characters, symbols, and punctuation marks...21 Accent marks....24 Keystrokes for the 5-way navigator on a Palm OS device..25
Chapter 3: Common Questions..26
Why isnt the keyboard working?.. 26 Why do random characters appear on my screen after I stop typing?.. 27 How do I display the list of keyboard shortcuts?.. 27 Why cant I beam?... 27 Where can I get keyboard driver updates?.. 27 Universal Wireless Keyboard
How do I install keyboard driver updates?.. Can I run the keyboard driver from an expansion card?. How long will my keyboard batteries last?.. What devices are compatible with the keyboard?..
Product Regulatory Information..29

About This Book

[ ! ] Before You Begin
Complete the steps in the Getting Started guide to install the Universal Wireless Keyboard driver onto your device and attach your device to the keyboard.
This guide tells you how to customize the settings on your Universal Wireless Keyboard, and use all the shortcuts, function keys, and special characters that it offers. Each chapter contains information and step-by-step instructions with cues for action, and sidebars. Follow the instructions for the operating system (OS) used on your device.
Step-by-step instructions
How-to information. Look for these cues in instructions: Continued at the bottom of a page means the procedure continues on the next page. Done signals the end of the procedure. You're done. [ ! ] IMPORTANT A step that you must follow; otherwise, you could experience an error or even lose information. [ * ] NOTE Information that applies only in certain cases or that tells more about a procedure step.

Sidebars

Things you must complete before you can do the steps described in the chapter.
Tip A suggestion on how to use a feature more fully; a shortcut; a pointer to a related feature. Did You Know? An interesting fact about the topic being described; may include a pointer to more information.
Key Term A technical term related to the topic being described. It may appear in this guide or only on your handheld.

CHAPTER 1

Customizing the Keyboard
The Universal Wireless Keyboard is a light, foldable keyboard that works with many popular models of Palm OS and Pocket PC devices. You can easily customize the keyboard for quick navigation and data entrychange the keyboard settings to suit your typing preferences, assign applications to key combinations so that you can open them with a few keystrokes, and choose a power-saving setting that works for you. Follow the instructions for the operating system used on your device.
Tip Need to beam information from your Palm OS device? Turn off the wireless keyboard driver first. The keyboard driver uses the IR port so when the driver is turned on, the IR port is not available for beaming. To turn off the keyboard driver, see Changing settings on a Palm OS device.
Changing keyboard settings
Use the keyboard settings options to turn the keyboard driver on or off and customize the keyboard to your touch. The driver must be on for your device to communicate with the keyboard. [ * ] NOTE If you enable the keyboards power-saving option, the keyboard driver automatically turns off when the keyboard is not in use. Follow these steps to turn the driver on again.
Changing settings on a Palm OS device
Open the Applications view and select Keyboard
Select Settings from the pick list in the upper-right corner.

Pick list

Continued
Change the settings: Status Select On or Off to turn the keyboard driver on or off. The driver must be on to use the keyboard. Enable Click Sound Check this box if you want to hear a click when you press a key. To hear clicks, the System Sound in Sounds and Alerts Preferences must also be set to Low, Medium, or High. Delay until repeat Tap the scale to lengthen or shorten the time that elapses before a key repeats when you hold it down. Keyboard repeat rate Tap the scale to adjust the speed at which a key repeats when you hold it down.
Test the repeat settings you selected by pressing and holding down a key in the Test typing here area.

Type here

Changing settings on a Pocket PC device
From the Start menu, select Programs. Then select Foldable Keyboard

Keyboard icon

Start menu

Select the Settings tab.

Slider Slider

Settings tab

Change the settings: Enable Keyboard Check this box to turn the keyboard driver on, or uncheck it to turn the keyboard driver off. You may need to turn the keyboard driver off to use the IR port for another purpose. Enable Sound Check this box if you want to hear a click when you press a key.
Rate of delay until repeat Drag the slider to lengthen or shorten the time that elapses before a key repeats when you hold it down. Key repeat rate Drag the slider to adjust the speed at which a key repeats when you hold it down.
Test the repeat settings you selected by pressing and holding down a key in the Test here area.
Assigning key combinations for opening applications
You can quickly open an application by using a key combination that you have assigned to it. This section tells you how to assign key combinations to applications on your device.
Assigning command keys for a Palm OS device
Select CmdKeys from the pick list in the upper-right corner.
Assign applications to command keys: a. Tap the pick list of a command key combination. b. Select an application.
Use arrow to scroll the application list
Assigning hotkeys for a Pocket PC device
From the Start menu, select Programs. Then, select Foldable Keyboard

Select the Hotkeys tab.

Hotkeys tab
Assign applications to hotkey combinations: a. Select the hotkey combination in the top pane. b. In the bottom pane, select the application that you want to assign to the hotkey combination. Done

Top pane

Bottom pane
Saving power while using the keyboard
You can conserve your devices battery power by turning on the Enable Power Saving option and limiting the length of time that the keyboard driver stays on when the keyboard is not in use. As long as the driver is on, it uses the IR port on your device to search for a signal from your keyboard, and this activity uses battery power. If the Enable Power Saving option is turned off, the keyboard driver stays on as long as your device is on.
Saving power on a Palm OS device
Select Power from the pick list in the upper-right corner.
Enable or disable the power-saving option: a. Check (or uncheck) the Enable Power Saving box. b. If you checked the Enable Power Saving box, select a power-saving setting. The following information displays for the setting you select:

Detect keyboard within The number of seconds the keyboard driver waits for input after you turn your device on before automatically turning off. IrDa will be released after The number of minutes the keyboard driver waits after you stop typing before automatically turning off. Done

Power-saving setting

Saving power on a Pocket PC device
Enable or disable the power-saving option: a. Select the Power Management (Power m) tab. b. Check (or uncheck) the Enable Power Saving box. c. If you checked the Enable Power Saving box, drag the slider to select a power-saving setting. The following information displays for the setting you select:
Max time to detect keyboard after power on: The number of seconds the keyboard driver waits for input after you turn it on before automatically turning off. IR auto off after: The number of minutes the keyboard driver waits after you stop typing before automatically turning off. Done

Check box

Slider

CHAPTER 2

Keyboard Shortcuts and Special Characters
Tip Need help finding the shortcut you need? Open the keyboard help on your device to view a complete list of keyboard shortcuts. See How do I display the list of keyboard shortcuts?.
This chapter lists the various keyboard shortcuts you can use for navigating, moving the cursor, activating menu commands, and typing special characters, symbols, and punctuation. The keyboard has four keys, Ctrl, Fn, Cmd, and Alt Gr, that you use in combination with other keys to execute keyboard shortcuts and type special characters. To help you remember the shortcut keys for your device, the keyboard has color-coded keycap icons and textblue or orange for Palm OS , black for Pocket PC.
Blue keycap icons for Palm OS Black keycap icons for Pocket PC

Ctrl key Fn key Cmd key

Orange keycap icon for Palm OS

Alt Gr key

Blue keycap text for Palm OS

Cursor movements

Palm OS Shortcut Fn+up arrow
Pocket PC Shortcut Fn+up arrow
Action Scrolls up (Palm OS) Page up (Pocket PC) Scrolls down (Palm OS) Page down (Pocket PC) Home End Moves cursor left (back) one word Moves cursor right (forward) one word Selects the word to the left of the cursor Selects the word to the right of the cursor Tabs forward to the next field (may not work in some applications) Tabs backward to the previous field (may not work in some applications)

Fn+down arrow

None None Ctrl+left arrow Ctrl+right arrow Ctrl+Shift+left arrow Ctrll+Shift+right arrow None
Fn+left arrow Fn+right arrow None None None None Tab

Shift+Tab

Palm OS Shortcut Shift+right arrow Shift+left arrow Shift+up arrow Shift+down arrow
Pocket PC Shortcut Shift+right arrow Shift+left arrow Shift+up arrow Shift+down arrow

Action Selects text to the right of the cursor Selects text to the left of the cursor Selects text one line above the cursor Selects text one line below the cursor

Menu commands

Palm OS Shortcut Cmd Ctrl+c Ctrl+v Ctrl+x None
Pocket PC Shortcut None Ctrl+c Ctrl+v Ctrl+x Ctrl+a Command stroke Copy Paste Cut Select All

Action

Palm OS Shortcut None Fn+; Fn+ Fn+Enter Fn+, Fn+. Fn+right arrow Fn+left arrow Fn+Del Cmd+Done Fn+Done
Pocket PC Shortcut Ctrl+z None None Fn+Enter None None None None None None None Undo New Note OK Edit Send Details Show Delete Done Cancel

Keyboard function keys

Palm OS Function Key
Pocket PC Function Key None

Fn+1 None None Fn+2

Opens Applications view (Palm OS) Opens Start menu (Pocket PC) Opens Today
Opens pull-down menu for screen currently displayed Opens Find Opens Calendar Opens Contacts Opens Tasks Opens Memos (Palm OS) Notes (Pocket PC) Opens Calculator

Fn+3 Fn+4 Fn+5 Fn+6 Fn+7

None Fn+r Fn+a Fn+t Fn+y
Pocket PC Function Key None Fn+q Opens Preferences

Fn+9 Fn+0

Opens the mail application (Palm OS) Inbox (Pocket PC) Opens Windows Explorer Opens the web browser Rotates screen orientation Displays keyboard battery status Turns the backlight (frontlight) on or off Opens Pocket Word Opens Pocket Excel Opens the assigned hotkey application OK
None Fn+Fn+= Fn+/ Fn+l None None None Fn+Enter
Fn+ None None Fn+/ None Fn+w Fn+e Fn+0 through 9 Fn+Enter
Pocket PC Function Key None None None None None None None None New Note Edit Send Details Show Delete Cancel
Fn+; Fn+ Fn+, Fn+. Fn+right arrow Fn+left arrow Fn+Del Fn+Done
Characters, symbols, and punctuation marks
Palm OS Keystroke Alt Gr+b Alt Gr+c Alt Gr+e Alt Gr+m Alt Gr+n Alt Gr+p Alt Gr+x Alt Gr+y Alt Gr+z Ctrl+Fn+O Ctrl+Fn+o
Pocket PC Keystroke Alt Gr+b Alt Gr+c Alt Gr+e Alt Gr+m Alt Gr+n Alt Gr+p Alt Gr+x Alt Gr+y Alt Gr+z Ctrl+Fn+O Ctrl+Fn+o

Character

Description
n-tilde Beta Euro Upside-down ? Capital N-tilde Pound sterling Cedilla Yen Micro Capital O with slash Lowercase o with slash
Palm OS Keystroke Alt Gr+v Ctrl+Fn+e Ctrl+Fn+a Ctrl+Fn+w Ctrl+Fn+p Ctrl+Fn+. Ctrl+Fn+i Ctrl+Fn+q Ctrl+Fn+r Ctrl+Fn+s Ctrl+Fn+t Ctrl+Fn+-
Pocket PC Keystroke Alt Gr+v Ctrl+Fn+e Ctrl+Fn+a Ctrl+Fn+w Ctrl+Fn+p Ctrl+Fn+. Ctrl+Fn+i Ctrl+Fn+q Ctrl+Fn+r Ctrl+Fn+s Ctrl+Fn+t Ctrl+Fn+-

Upside-down ! Uppercase AE ligature Lowercase ae ligature Bullet Copyright Degrees Divide Paragraph Registered trademark Section Trademark Plus or minus
Palm OS Keystroke Ctrl+Fn+2 Ctrl+Fn+3 Ctrl+Fn+4 Ctrl+Fn+d Ctrl+Fn+f
Pocket PC Keystroke Ctrl+Fn+2 Ctrl+Fn+3 Ctrl+Fn+4 Ctrl+Fn+d None
Half Three-quarters One-quarter Cents Script f

Accent marks

For accent marks, first press and release the Alt Gr key and type the letter indicated in the table. Then type the letter to be accented.
Shortcut (Palm OS and Pocket PC) Alt Gr+d Alt Gr+f Alt Gr+g Alt Gr+h Alt Gr+j Alt Gr+k
Character Example Acute accent Grave accent Circumflex Tilde Umlaut
Nordic a-ring (for letter a only)
Keystrokes for the 5-way navigator on a Palm OS device
You can use the following commands on Palm OS devices that support the navigator.
Keystroke Cmd+up arrow Cmd+down arrow Cmd+left arrow Cmd+right arrow Cmd+Enter
Description Navigates up Navigates down Navigates left Navigates right Navigates select

CHAPTER 3

Common Questions
If you have a problem with your Universal Wireless Keyboard by Palm, review the questions in this section. If you dont find the answer here, contact technical support by going to www.palm.com/uwk. For users outside the United States, visit www.palm.com/intl for further information.
Why isnt the keyboard working?
Check that the keyboard driver is installed on your device. The driver icon should appear in the Applications view on Palm OS devices, or the Programs view on Pocket PC devices. To install the driver, refer to the Getting Started guide. Check that you have deleted all other external wireless keyboard drivers from your device. (Do not delete the driver for the built-in keyboard, if your device has one.) Make sure that the IR wand is aligned with the IR port on your device. The keyboard may not be receiving a signal from your device. Make sure that keyboard cover is positioned near the center of the keyboard. Sliding the cover to the extreme left turns the keyboard off. Make sure that the keyboard driver is turned on. On Palm OS devices, open the Applications view and select Keyboard, select Settings from the pick list, and then select On. On Pocket PC devices, go to the Programs view and select Foldable Keyboard, and then check the Enable Keyboard box. Check that the battery is properly installed. See the Getting Started guide for more information. Also check that the battery is sufficiently charged. To view the battery status press Fn+/. Check that all other keyboard drivers on your device are turned off. Also turn off any over-clock applications, such as FastCpu. Universal Wireless Keyboard by Palm

Why do random characters appear on my screen after I stop typing?
Another IR device, such as your computer, may be interfering with the IR connection between your device and keyboard. Turn off all other IR devices and make sure that the IR wand on the keyboard is aligned with the IR port on your device.
How do I display the list of keyboard shortcuts?
For Palm OS devices, open the Applications view and select Keyboard, and then select Help. For Pocket PC devices, go to the Programs view and select Foldable Keyboard, and then select the Info tab.

Why cant I beam?

As long as the keyboard driver is turned on, it controls your devices IR port. To use the IR port for beaming, simply turn the keyboard driver off. On Palm OS devices, open the Applications view and select Keyboard, select Settings from the pick list, and then select Off. On Pocket PC devices, go to the Programs view and select Foldable Keyboard, and then uncheck the Enable Keyboard box.
Where can I get keyboard driver updates?
For software updates, visit www.palm.com/uwk.
How do I install keyboard driver updates?
If you have a Palm OS device and a Windows computer: open Quick Install, add the driver, and then synchronize. If you have a Palm OS device and a Mac: open Palm Desktop software, select the HotSync option, select Install Handheld Files, add the driver, and then synchronize. For Pocket PC devices, open setup.exe. The driver is installed to your device the next time you run ActiveSync.
Can I run the keyboard driver from an expansion card?
No, the driver must be installed on your device.
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How long will my keyboard batteries last?
The batteries last up to four months, depending on use and battery type.
What devices are compatible with the keyboard?
The keyboard is designed to work with many popular models of Palm OS and Pocket PC devices. For a complete list of compatible devices, visit www.palm.com/uwk.
Product Regulatory Information

Safety Statement

Warning: Prolonged or improper use of the keyboard may result in discomfort or injury. The keyboard is not intended for extended or intensive use. If discomfort develops, consider changing your method of input or the manner in which you use the keyboard or stylus. If discomfort or pain persists, either decrease usage or consult a medical or ergonomics professional.

FCC Statement

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 may cause undesired operation. 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 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. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.

[ ! ] IMPORTANT Changes or modifications not covered in this manual must be approved in writing by the
manufacturers Regulatory Engineering Department. Changes or modifications made without written approval may void the users authority to operate this equipment.
Responsible Party: Palm, Inc. 950 W. Maude Ave. Sunnyvale, California 94085 United States of America (408) 617-7000
Universal Wireless Keyboard by Palm Tested to Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Canadian ICES-003 Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all of the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

CE Compliance Statement

This product was tested and found to comply with all the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended.

Battery Warning

Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions and in accordance with your local regulations. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries provided with this keyboard.
Static Electricity, ESD, and your Palm Handheld
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to electronic devices if discharged into the device, so you should take steps to avoid such an occurrence.

Description of ESD

Static electricity is an electrical charge caused by the buildup of excess electrons on the surface of a material. To most people, static electricity and ESD are nothing more than annoyances. For example, after walking over a carpet while scuffing your feet, building up electrons on your body, you may get a shock -- the discharge event -- when you touch a metal doorknob. This little shock discharges the built-up static electricity.
ESD-susceptible equipment
Even a small amount of ESD can harm circuitry, so when working with electronic devices, take measures to help protect your electronic devices, including your Palm handheld, from ESD harm. While Palm has built protections against ESD into its products, ESD unfortunately exists and, unless neutralized, could build up to levels that could harm your equipment. Any electronic device that contains an external entry point for plugging in anything from cables to docking stations is susceptible to entry of ESD. Devices that you carry with you, such as your handheld, build up ESD in a unique way because the static electricity that may have built up on your body is automatically passed to the device. Then, when the device is connected to another device such as a docking station, a discharge event can occur.

Precautions against ESD

Make sure to discharge any built-up static electricity from yourself and your electronic devices before touching an electronic device or connecting one device to another. The recommendation from Palm is that you take this precaution before connecting your handheld to your computer, placing the handheld in a cradle, or connecting it to any other device. You can do this in many ways, including the following: Ground yourself when youre holding your mobile device by simultaneously touching a metal surface that is at earth ground. For example, if your computer has a metal case and is plugged into a standard three-prong grounded outlet, touching the case should discharge the ESD on your body. Increase the relative humidity of your environment. Install ESD-specific prevention items, such as grounding mats.
Conditions that enhance ESD occurrences
Conditions that can contribute to the buildup of static electricity in the environment include the following: Low relative humidity. Material type (The type of material gathering the charge. For example, synthetics are more prone to static buildup than natural fibers like cotton.) The rapidity with which you touch, connect or disconnect electronic devices. While you should always take appropriate precautions to discharge static electricity, if you are in an environment where you notice ESD events you may want to take extra precautions to protect your electronic equipment against ESD.

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Copyright

2003 Palm, Inc. All rights reserved. The Palm logo, HotSync, and Palm OS are registered trademarks of Palm, Inc. Palm is a trademark of Palm, Inc. All other brands are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
Palm, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this handbook. Palm, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of this software. Palm, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, dead battery, or repairs. Be sure to make backup copies of all important data on other media to protect against data loss.
IMPORTANT Please read the End User Software License Agreement with this product before using the accompanying software program(s). Using any part of the software indicates that you accept the terms of the End User Software License Agreement.

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Contents
About This Book. 1 Customizing the Keyboard. 1 Changing general settings. 1 Connected Configuration. 2 Infrared (IR) Configuration. 3 Assigning applications to command key combinations. 3 Changing layout settings. 4 Working with the pointer and the navigator. 5 Using the navigator. 6 Viewing keyboard shortcuts. 6 Keyboard Navigation, Shortcuts and Special Characters. 7 Keyboard function keys. 7 Cursor movements. 9 Menu commands. 10 Keyboard orientation (only for handhelds with landscape mode option) 10 Accent marks. 11 Characters, symbols, and punctuation marks. 11 Technical Support. 12 Product Specifications. 13 Product Regulatory Information. 15

About This Book

This handbook describes how to customize settings to optimize your use of the Palm Wireless Keyboard and the keyboard shortcuts that are available for quick navigation and data entry. Before using this handbook, install the software that came with the Palm Wireless Keyboard.

Customizing the Keyboard

You can customize your keyboard using the options available in the keyboard application on your handheld.
Changing general settings
The general settings control the interaction of the keyboard with the handheld.
To change general settings:

1. 2. 3.

Tap the Home icon

Tap the Keyboard icon

Choose General from the pick list in the upper-right corner.

Change the settings.

Keyboard Driver
Select or deselect the check box to turn the keyboard driver on or off. The default setting is on (selected). Select the check box if you want to hear a click when you press a key. You must also set the System Sound option in General Preferences for your handheld to Low, Medium, or High. Drag the indicator to speed up or slow down the rate at which a character is typed when you hold down the key. Drag the indicator to lengthen or shorten the time between typing the first key to repeat and the rate at which subsequent repeated keys appear. Test the repeat settings that you selected in this screen by pressing and holding down a key.

Key Clicks

Key Repeat Rate

Delay Until Repeat

Test Repeat Settings

Connected Configuration

Connected Configuration displays information about the connection between the keyboard and your handheld.

NOTE This screen is for use with keyboards that physically connect to your
handheld, such as the Palm Ultra-Thin Keyboard and the Palm Portable Keyboard. It is not for use with an infrared keyboard, such as the Palm Wireless Keyboard.

Connected Keyboard

Select to enable support for the keyboard that is connected to your handheld.
NOTE If a connected keyboard is attached to the handheld and
this option is not checked, the handheld will attempt to perform a HotSync operation. If this happens, cancel the HotSync operation and check this box.
Infrared (IR) Configuration
Infrared (IR) configuration settings allow you to set when the IR keyboard turns on and off.
To change IR configuration:
From the Keyboard application pick list, select IR Config. Change the settings.
Infrared (IR) Keyboard IR AutoOff After
Select or deselect the check box to turn the IR keyboard on and off. Choose how long the keyboard is inactive before the IR connection is automatically turned off.
NOTE When your handheld automatically turns off, you must turn it on by pressing
the power button or any of the application keys on the front of the handheld. Pressing a keyboard key will not turn on the handheld.
Assigning applications to command key combinations
You can open the main handheld applicationsCalendar, Contacts, Tasks, Note Pad, Home, Menu, Star, and Findusing the Blue FN key in combination with the appropriate application key on the keyboard. For more information on these key combinations, see Keyboard function keys later in this handbook.
NOTE The application keys on the keyboard match the applications that are assigned
to these buttons on the front of your handheld. For example, if you have reassigned the Tasks button on your handheld so that it opens the Calculator application, pressing Blue FN+D will open the Calculator application.
You can also open an application by using a command key combination that you assign to it.
To assign an application to a command key combination:
From the Keyboard application pick list, select Cmd Keys. Tap the pick list of the command key combination that you want to assign to an application.
Tap the arrow to move through the list one page at a time

Select the application that you want to assign to the key combination.
You can launch mapped applications in one of two ways:
Press CMD+Blue FN+the assigned number key. If NUMLOCK (Blue FN+CAPS LOCK) is enabled: Press CMD+the assigned number key.

Changing layout settings

You can select other keyboard layouts and between two tab options.
To change layout settings:
From the Keyboard application pick list, select Layout. Change the settings.
Select either Moves to Next Field (default setting) or Inserts Tab. Whichever option you choose, pressing FN+TAB performs the other action. For example, if you select Inserts Tab, press TAB to insert a tab in the current text field, and press FN+TAB to move the cursor to the next field.
NOTE You can press either the blue or the green FN button with the TAB button to perform the alternate tab function.

Manage Layouts

View the databases (.pdb files) for each of the keyboard layouts.
Working with the pointer and the navigator
All Palm OS 4.x support use of a pointer. Use keyboard commands in combination with the pointer to navigate the screen. Some Palm OS 4.1 handhelds support both the pointer and the navigator on the front of the handheld. Palm OS 5.0 handhelds support only the use of the navigator.
Optimizing pointer functionality
For Palm OS 4.x handhelds, you can customize pointer settings to optimize pointer performance.
To optimize pointer functionality:
From the Keyboard application pick list, select Pointer. Change the settings. To change Pointer Acceleration and Maximum Speed, drag the slider.
When you enable the pointer, you can use the following commands to navigate it:

Command Action

ALT+up arrow ALT+down arrow ALT+right arrow ALT+left arrow
Moves the pointer upward Moves the pointer downward Moves the pointer to the right Moves the pointer to the left

Using the navigator

For handhelds that support the navigator, you can use the following commands:
CMD+up arrow CMD+right arrow CMD+left arrow CMD+down arrow
Navigates up Navigates right Navigates left Navigates down
Viewing keyboard shortcuts
Your keyboard comes with a full set of keyboard shortcuts for performing handheld functions.
To view the list of keyboard shortcuts:
From the Keyboard application pick list, select the Help option that corresponds to your keyboard.

4 Row 5 Row

Palm Wireless Keyboard or Palm Ultra-Thin Keyboard Palm Portable Keyboard
Use the onscreen scroll bar or the scroll button on the front panel of your handheld to move through the list.
Keyboard Navigation, Shortcuts and Special Characters
This section lists the various shortcuts that are available on your keyboard. The keyboard provides two separate color-coded function keys (blue FN and green FN) that enable you to navigate the device or access numbers and symbols. Shortcuts are also available for moving the cursor, selecting text, activating handheld commands, and creating special characters.

Keyboard function keys

Blue Function key Character or Action
FN+q FN+w FN+e FN+r FN+t FN+y FN+u FN+i FN+o FN+p FN+FN+= FN+CAPS LOCK FN+a FN+s FN+d FN+f FN+j FN+k FN+l FN+;
The number 1 The number 2 The number 3 The number 4 The number 5 The number 6 The number 7 The number 8 The number 9 The number 0 The character [ The character ] Number lock Opens Calendar Opens Contacts Opens Tasks Opens Note Pad Opens Home screen Opens pull-down menu for screen currently displayed Opens Star application Opens Find

Blue Function key

Character or Action
FN+' FN+z FN+x FN+c FN+v FN+b FN+n FN+m FN+, FN+. FN+/ FN+CTRL FN+ENTER FN+up arrow FN+left arrow
The character ` OK Done Cancel Details Edit New Delete Note Send The character \ Shortcut key Select Selects line of text above the cursor Selects character to the left of the cursor Selects line of text below the cursor Selects character to the right of the cursor Change brightness
FN+down arrow FN+right arrow FN+DEL

Green Function key

Description
FN+q FN+w FN+e FN+r FN+t FN+y FN+u

! @ # $ % ^ &

Exclamation point At Number sign Dollars Percent Caret And
FN+i FN+o FN+p FN+FN+= FN+; FN+' FN+, FN+. FN+/ FN+up arrow FN+left arrow FN+down arrow FN+right arrow
* ( ) { } ~ Page up Home Page down End
Asterisk Left parenthesis Right parenthesis Left curly bracket Right curly bracket Pound sterling Tilde Euro Japanese yen Bar Moves cursor up one page Moves cursor to the beginning of the line Moves cursor down one page Moves cursor to the end of the line

Cursor movements

Shortcut Action
CTRL+left arrow CTRL+right arrow Blue FN+left arrow Blue FN+right arrow Blue FN+up arrow Blue FN+down arrow Green FN+left arrow Green FN+right arrow Green FN+up arrow Green FN+down arrow
Moves cursor left (back) one word Moves cursor right (forward) one word Selects character to the left of the cursor Selects character to the right of the cursor Selects line of text above the cursor Selects line of text below the cursor Moves cursor to the beginning of the line Moves cursor to the end of the line Moves cursor up one page Moves cursor down one page

Shortcut

Action
If Moves to Next Field is selected in the layout settings screen: Tabs forward through edit lines If Inserts Tab is selected in the layout settings screen: Inserts a tab into the line See Optimizing pointer functionality earlier in this handbook for information on tab selection in the layout settings screen.
SHIFT+TAB FN (blue or green)+TAB
Tabs backward through edit lines If Moves to Next Field is selected in the layout settings screen: Inserts a tab into a line If Inserts Tab is select in the layout settings screen: Tabs forward through edit lines See Optimizing pointer functionality earlier in this handbook for information on tab selection in the layout settings screen.

Menu commands

Keystroke Action
CMD CTRL+x CTRL+c CTRL+v CMD+left spacebar
Command stroke Cuts selected text Copies selected text Pastes cut or copied text Brings up handheld's onscreen international keyboard
Keyboard orientation (only for handhelds with landscape mode option)

ALT+Del Shift+ALT+Del

Rotates the screen orientation 1/4 turn Toggles with ALT+Delete to rotate the screen orientation 1/4 turn in the other direction

Accent marks

First, type the letter to which you want to add an accent. Then press CTRL+ALT and the character indicated.
Keystroke Character example Description
CTRL+ALT+' CTRL+ALT+Green FN+y CTRL+ALT+; CTRL+ALT+Blue FN+' CTRL+ALT+Green FN+' CTRL+ALT+Blue FN+p
Acute accent Circumflex Umlaut Grave accent Tilde Aring (with letter a only)
When you press and hold down the ALT key, the next key you press produces the character corresponding to that location on your handhelds onscreen international keyboard.
Characters, symbols, and punctuation marks
Keystroke Character Description
CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+o CTRL+ALT+o
Capital O with slash (naught) Lowercase o with slash (naught) Upside-down ? Upside-down ! Uppercase AE ligature Lowercase ae ligature Beta Bullet Cedilla Copyright Degrees Divide Euro
CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+up arrow ALT+Green FN+q CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+a CTRL+ALT+a CTRL+ALT+b CTRL+ALT+w CTRL+ALT+c CTRL+ALT+g CTRL+ALT+d CTRL+ALT+Green FN+,

Technical Support

Keystroke

Character

CTRL+ALT+u CTRL+ALT+Blue FN+/ Green FN+; CTRL+ALT+r CTRL+ALT+s CTRL+ALT+t Green FN+. CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+= CTRL+ALT+Blue FN+w CTRL+ALT+Blue FN+e CTRL+ALT+Blue FN+r CTRL+ALT+Green FN+r CTRL+ALT+f

1/2 3/4 1/4

Micro Paragraph Pound sterling Registered trademark Section Trademark Japanese yen Plus or minus Half Three-quarters One-quarter Cents Script f
If you encounter a problem with your keyboard, first review the questions and answers in this section, as well as the following sources:
The readme file on the CD-ROM included with your keyboard The web site www.palm.com/us/support/keyboard for the latest FAQ and/or troubleshooting guide for the keyboard

Can I use the same keyboard for all handhelds?
The Palm Wireless Keyboard is compatible with Palm handhelds using Palm OS 4.0 or later.
Can I perform a HotSync operation on the handheld while using the keyboard?
No. The keyboard does not replace the functionality of your HotSync cradle/cable. To perform a HotSync operation after entering data with the keyboard, remove your handheld from the keyboard and connect it to your cradle/cable. Perform a HotSync operation as you normally would.

Product Specifications

Does the keyboard support international characters?
Yes. See Keyboard Navigation, Shortcuts and Special Characters earlier in this handbook.
How do I prevent my keyboard and handheld from turning off automatically?
From the Preferences screen on your handheld, choose Power. Set the handheld timer to the maximum time.
Meets ISO/IEC Specification 9995 for full-size keyboards: Key Spacing: 18 mm horizontally and vertically; center-to-center key spacing Key Travel: 2.8 mm (similar to best notebook keyboards)

Dimensions:

Closed: 5.5" x 3.75" x.65" (138 mm x 95 mm x 17 mm) Open: 10.3" x 4.00" x.58" (261 mm x 102 mm x 15.2 mm)

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Weight:
7 ounces (200 g) Scissor Key Lift Mechanism 0 C to 50 C
Key Switch Mechanism: Operating Temperature: Storage Temperature:

-20 C to 60 C

Two AAA size alkaline batteries required Standard Keyboard Layout US (QWERTY)

Patents Pending

Product Regulatory Information

Safety Statement

Warning: Prolonged or improper use of the keyboard may result in discomfort or injury. You should use the method of inputting data into your Palm OS handheld that is most comfortable for you. You may use this keyboard or purchase any of several shapes of styli from Palm, Inc. or third-party accessory providers. The keyboard is not intended for extended or intensive use. If discomfort develops, consider changing your method of input or the manner in which you use the keyboard or stylus. If discomfort or pain persists, either decrease usage or consult a medical or ergonomics professional.

FCC Statement

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 may cause undesired operation.
NOTE 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 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:

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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.
The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.
CAUTION Changes or modifications not covered in this manual must be approved in writing by the manufacturers Regulatory Engineering Department. Changes or modifications made without written approval may void the users authority to operate this equipment.
Responsible Party: Think Outside, Inc. 5790 Fleet Street Suite 130 Carlsbad, CA 92008 (760) 431-9090 Phone (760) 431-7875 Fax www.thinkoutside.com
Palm Wireless Keyboard Tested to Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Canadian ICES-003 Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all of the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

CE Compliance Statement

This product was tested and found to comply with all the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/ 336/EEC as amended.