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4.10 Program Lock (SmartSet + Shift + L)
Use the Program Lock onboard shortcut to temporarily deactivate all of the Programming Cluster keys. To
disable Program Lock use the same onboard shortcut. If you have no plans to reprogram the keyboard, or
have successfully programmed the keyboard to your liking, we highly recommend engaging the Program
Lock to prevent accidental reprogramming.
Note: Indicator LEDs flash 4x upon Lock, and 2x upon Unlock.
4.11 Update Firmware (SmartSet + Shift + U)
Periodically Kinesis will release new versions of firmware for the Freestyle Pro with new features and bug
fixes.
Check here for firmware updates: www.kinesis-com/support/freestyle-pro/#firmware-updates
Installing new firmware is quick and easy.
1. Obtain a valid Freestyle Pro firmware file (“.upd” file) from the URL above
2. Connect the v-Drive (SmartSet + F8)
3. Save the new firmware file inside the “firmware” subfolder on the v-Drive
4. Rename the firmware file “update.upd”
5. Disconnect the v-Drive (SmartSet + F8)
6. Press SmartSet + Shift + U to initiate the update
If a valid firmware file has been renamed properly and saved to the correct location, the keyboard will flash
and the lights will go off for 10-12 seconds. The keyboard will then re-enumerate with the new firmware.
Run a Status Report to confirm the new firmware has been installed correctly. Note: Custom layouts and
settings are not affected by a firmware update.
4.12 Adjust Status Report Playback Speed (SmartSet + Shift + F7, then 0-4)
Certain computers may have problems playing the Status Report. If you are experiencing dropped characters
you can try a slower playback speed. Use the onboard shortcut to enter Status Speed Mode (LEDs will flash),
then tap “1-4” to select a different speed (default speed is 3), or “0” to disable the Status Report all together.
4.13 Force v-Drive Open (SmartSet + F8 while plugging in keyboard)
If you wish to have the v-Drive open when you plug in the keyboard, or are having difficulty accessing the v-
Drive with the normal shortcut, simply hold down this shortcut while plugging in the keyboard.
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