Eclipse_III_KB.qxd 31/07/2008 10:35 Page 1 ® Saitek TM Backlit Multimedia Keyboard USER MANUAL BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG GUIDE D'UTILISATION MANUALE D'USO MANUAL DEL USUARIO Eclipse_III_KB.qxd 31/07/2008 10:35 Page 2 ECLIPSE III BACKLIT MULTIMEDIA KEYBOARD Congratulations on buying your Eclipse III Backlit Keyboard. The keyboard features a sleek design, touch-sensitive lighting and volume controls, and a range of Windows Office and multimedia keys. Features · Adjustable, multi-color backlighting · Touch sensitive control panel · Two stage height adjustment and removable wrist rest · Pass through headphone and microphone audio ports · Time-saving Windows and Internet shortcut keys · USB plug and play · Color and keyboard settings remain even after system reboot · Laser-etched, soft-touch, durable keys System compatibility PC running Windows XP/XP64/Vista Installation for all platforms 1 First plug plug the USB connector of the keyboard into one of your computer's USB ports. 2 Follow the device installation wizard to complete the installation of the new USB device to the system. 3 If you intend to use headphones, speakers, headset or microphone, also plug the pink and green mini jackplugs into the corresponding audio in and out sockets of your k l PC. Now plug your headset, speaker cables etc into the pink audio in (k) and green audio out (l) sockets at the rear right side of your keyboard. 4 Go to http://www.saitek.com/uk/down/drivers.htm to download the Eclipse III software driver. The Eclipse III keyboard's volume indicators will not illuminate unless you install a driver. 5 Your keyboard is now ready to use. Touch sensitive panel controls The panel at the top of your Eclipse III keyboard controls backlighting color and intensity, as well as your PC's media player. To change the brightness of your keyboard backlighting, press the brightness control (a) and then "-" (c) or "+" (d) to decrease or increase brightness. To change the color of the key backlighting, first press the color selector control (b) and then "-" (c) or "+" (d) to scroll through the backlighting colors. Press the backlighting on/off control (e) g e h j f i to switch the keyboard backlighting on or off. To increase or decrease the volume of your PC's media player, press the "-" or "+" on the volume control (f). The mute control (g) temporarily mutes all sound from your PC and play/pause (h), previous track (i) and next track (j) control the tracks playing on your PC media player. The Eclipse III has six buttons at each side of the keyboard which control various Windows and Office functions. Internet home Internet browser forward Internet browser back New tab Internet page reload Open favorites Sleep (press for 3 seconds to operate) My computer Search Open Outlook Open media player Open calculator Sleep function Your Eclipse III keyboard features a sleep button which is operated by pressing for three seconds. Please note that for Vista users, the sleep button may have a different function depending on your PC settings. To check that the sleep button will make your PC sleep, go to Windows Start, Control panel, Power options. Click on the "Choose what the power buttons do" link on the left hand side of the window, under "When I press the sleep button on my computer", select "Sleep" from the drag down menu. a c d b Eclipse_III_KB.qxd 31/07/2008 10:35 Page 4 Important notice In certain circumstances, using a keyboard may cause injury to hands, wrists, arms, back or neck. If you do experience pain, numbness or weakness in these areas during or after using the keyboard, seek help from a qualified medical professional. The following guidelines will minimise the risk of injury: - Adjust your chair height and distance from the keyboard so your wrists are straight. - Keep your shoulders relaxed with your elbows at your side. Position your keyboard and mouse so you don't have to reach. - Take frequent breaks to rest your hands and arms. Leave your computer and walk around at least twice an hour and try to vary what you do during the day. - Avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges and if you have a wrist or palm rest, don't use it while typing. Technical Support Can't get started - don't worry, we're here to help you! Nearly all the products that are returned to us as faulty are not faulty at all - they have just not been installed properly. If you experience any difficulty with this product, please first visit our website www.saitek.com. The technical support area will provide you with all the information you need to get the most out of your product and should solve any problems you might have. If you do not have access to the internet, or if the website cannot answer your question, please contact your local Saitek Technical Support Team. We aim to offer quick, comprehensive and thorough technical support to all our users so, before you call, please make sure you have all the relevant information at hand. To find your local Saitek Technical Support Center, please see the separate Technical Support Center sheet that came packaged with this product. Information for Customers in the United States FCC Compliance and Advisory Statement Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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: · 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. Mad Catz, Inc, 7480 Mission Valley Rd, Suite 101, San Diego, CA 92108-4406 Canada ICES-003 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and; 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Conditions of Warranty 1 2 3 Warranty period is 2 years from date of purchase with proof of purchase submitted. Operating instructions must be followed. Specifically excludes any damages associated with leakage of batteries. Note: Batteries can leak when left unused in a product for a period of time, so it is advisable to inspect batteries regularly. Product must not have been damaged as a result of defacement, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, destruction or alteration of the serial number, improper electrical voltages or currents, repair, alteration or maintenance by any person or party other than our own service facility or an authorized service center, use or installation of non-Saitek replacement parts in the product or the modification of this product in any way, or the incorporation of this product into any other 4 Eclipse_III_KB.qxd 31/07/2008 10:35 Page 6 5 6 7 products, or damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods, lightning, or acts of God, or any use violative of instructions furnished by Saitek plc. Obligations of Saitek shall be limited to repair or replacement with the same or similar unit, at our option. To obtain repairs under this warranty, present the product and proof of purchase (eg, bill or invoice) to the authorized Saitek Technical Support Center (listed on the separate sheet packaged with this product) transportation charges prepaid. Any requirements that conflict with any state or Federal laws, rules and/or obligations shall not be enforceable in that particular territory and Saitek will adhere to those laws, rules, and/or obligations. When returning the product for repair, please pack it very carefully, preferably using the original packaging materials. Please also include an explanatory note. IMPORTANT: To save yourself unnecessary cost and inconvenience, please check carefully that you have read and followed the instructions in this manual. This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties, obligations or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product. ECLIPSE III MULTIMEDIA-TASTATUR MIT HINTERGRUNDBELEUCHTUNG Wir beglückwünschen Sie zum Kauf Ihrer Eclipse III Tastatur mit Hintergrundbeleuchtung. Die Tastatur verfügt über ein elegantes Design, berührungsempfindliche Beleuchtungs- und Lautstärkenregler und eine Reihe von Windows Office und Multimediatasten. Funktionen · Anpassbare mehrfarbige Hintergrundbeleuchtung · Berührungsempfindliches Bedienfeld · Zweistufige Höhenanpassung und abnehmbare Handgelenkauflage · Pass-through- Kopfhörer- und Mikrofon-Audioanschlüsse · Zeitsparende Windows- und Internet-Schnelltasten · USB Plug-and-Play · Farb- und Tastatureinstellungen bleiben auch nach Systemneustart erhalten · Lasergeschnittene, langlebige Soft-Touch-Tasten Systemkompatibilität PC mit Windows XP/XP64/Vista Installation für alle Plattformen 1 Schließen Sie den USB-Anschluss der Tastatur an einen USB-Anschluss Ihres Computers an. 2 Befolgen Sie die Anweisungen des Installationsassistenten, um die Installation des neuen USB-Geräts auf dem System fertig zu stellen. 3 Falls Sie Kopfhörer, Lautsprecher, Headset oder Mikrofon verwenden wollen, schließen Sie auch die rosafarbenen und grünen Miniklinkenkabel an die entsprechenden Audioeingangs- und Ausgangsbuchsen des PC an. Stecken Sie k l nun Headset, Lautsprecherkabel usw. in die rosafarbene Audioeingangsbuchse (k) und die grüne Audioausgangsbuchse (l) rechts hinten an der Tastatur. 4 Gehen Sie auf http://www.saitek.com/uk/down/drivers.htm und laden Sie den Eclipse III Software-Treiber herunter. Die Lautstärkeanzeigen der Eclipse III Tastatur leuchten nicht, wenn kein Treiber installiert ist.. 5 Die Tastatur ist jetzt betriebsbereit. Berührungsempfindliche Bedienfeldregler Das Bedienfeld an der Oberseite der Eclipse III Tastatur dient zur Einstellung der Hintergrundbeleuchtung und -intensität sowie des Mediaplayers Ihres PC. Zur Anpassung der Helligkeit der Tasten-Hintergrundbeleuchtung drücken Sie den Helligkeitsregler (a) und anschließend "-" (c) bzw. "+" (d) zum Erhöhen oder Reduzieren der Helligkeit. Eclipse_III_KB.qxd 31/07/2008 10:36 Page 8 Zum Ändern der Farbe der Tasten-Hintergrundbeleuchtung drücken Sie zunächst die Farbauswahl (b) und anschließend auf "-" (c) bzw. "+" (d), um durch die Hintergrundfarben zu schalten. a c d b Drücken Sie auf den Hintergrund-Ein-/Ausschalter (e) zum Ein- oder Ausschalten der Hintergrundbeleuchtung. Zum Senken oder Erhöhen der Lautstärke des Mediaplayers Ihres PC drücken Sie auf "-" bzw. "+" auf der Lautstärkenregelung (f). Die Stummschaltungskontrolle (g) schaltet vorübergehend den PC stumm, und Play/Pause (Abspielen/Pausieren) (h), Pre ...