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Kinesis KB600 User Manual

Kinesis KB600
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USER’S MANUAL
Advantage2
Family of Contoured Keyboards™
with SmartSet™ Technology
Designed and Assembled in the USA
KB600
KB605
Mac/Windows/PC
Switchable
Contoured
Keyboard™
SmartSet™ Onboard
Programming Engine
Cherry Mechanical
Keyswitches
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Kinesis KB600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKinesis
ModelKB600
CategoryKeyboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Health and Safety Warning

Read Me First

Ergonomic Features

Separate Thumb Keypads

Details how thumb keypads redistribute workload from weaker fingers to stronger thumbs.

Separate Key Wells

Explains how separated key wells reduce strain by promoting neutral wrist and arm postures.

Concave Key Wells

Describes how concave key wells accommodate finger lengths, reducing extension and fatigue.

More Ergonomic Features

Vertical Key Layout

Keys arranged vertically to match natural finger motion and fit varying finger lengths.

Cherry MX Key Switches

Information on the type and characteristics of Cherry MX mechanical key switches used.

Installation Guide

Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for connecting and installing the keyboard via USB.

Getting Started

Adaptation Guidelines

Typical Adaptation Period

Outlines the expected timeframe for users to adapt and regain productivity.

If You Are Injured

Layout Selection

Thumb Key Mode Selection

Function Row Features

Program Key

Explains the use of the Program key for accessing SmartSet programming features and commands.

SmartSet Onboard Programming

What is SmartSet

Introduces SmartSet technology as the foundation for the Advantage2's programmable features.

Basic SmartSet Programming Features

Run Configuration Status Report

Explains how to generate a status report to check current keyboard settings and configurations.

More Basic Programming Actions

Program/Record Macro

Detailed steps for recording and programming custom keyboard macros.

Remap a Key

Remap a Key

Guide on reassigning keys to different functions or locations using onboard programming.

Keypad Layer and Num Lock

Keypad Layer (Embedded Layer)

Explanation of the virtual keyboard layer for remapping, macros, and numeric keypad access.

Advanced SmartSet Programming Features

Global Macro Playback Speed

Instructions on how to globally adjust the playback speed for all recorded macros.

Advanced Programming Operations

Hard Reset

Instructions for performing a hard reset to restore keyboard to factory default settings.

Power User Mode (PUM)

How to activate Power User Mode to access advanced programming features not labeled on keys.

Open Kinesis KB V-Drive

Accessing the virtual flash drive for layout file management, editing, and firmware updates.

Creating Custom Layouts

Create Hotkey Layout

Steps to create custom hotkey layouts for quick access to specific keyboard configurations.

Managing Layouts and Firmware

Firmware Update

Comprehensive guide and recommendations for updating the keyboard's firmware.

Direct Programming Guide

Programming or Editing a Remap

Detailed instructions on how to program or edit key remaps directly within configuration files.

Macro Programming via Direct Editing

Programming a Macro

How to program macros by directly editing configuration files, including syntax and examples.

Advanced Macro Features

Troubleshooting, Technical Support & Repairs

Contacting Kinesis Technical Support

Information on how to contact Kinesis for technical assistance, including hours and contact details.

Warranty Information

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