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- Page 1 KE-USB36 PC Keyboard Encoder User Manual...
- Page 2 Great care has been taken during the assembly, testing, and burn-in of your KE-USB36 to ensure its performance. If you have any questions, help is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST).
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction to the KE-USB36 Connection to the Computer Interfacing to the KE-USB36 Input Header Keyboard Status Light Signals Interfacing to the KE-USB36 Trackball Header Configuring the KE-USB36 Appendix A - Specifications Appendix B - Operating Tips Appendix C -... -
Page 4: Introduction To The Ke-Usb36
The KE-USB36 Keyboard Encoder is a product designed to interface switches or keypads to your computer’s USB port. The KE-USB36 appears as both a keyboard and a mouse to your computer system. The header inputs on the KE-USB36 may be programmed to emulate any key from a standard keyboard. -
Page 5: Connection To The Computer
USB36. Figure 3 - Connection of the USB cable to KE-USB36 The KE-USB36 is powered directly from the USB port, so no external power is required. The KE-USB36 is compatible with operating systems which offer full support for USB devices compliant to USB 1.0 specifications. -
Page 6: Interfacing To The Ke-Usb36 Input Header
Interfacing to the KE-USB36 Input Header The KE-USB36 features a 2x20 header for interface to your input devices. The input header is arranged with grounds on the end pins of the header, and the 36 inputs between them. The board is labeled near each header pin, designating the input number that the pin represents. -
Page 7: Keyboard Status Light Signals
KE-USB36. Note: The KE-USB36 allows up to 6 keystroke inputs to be activated simultaneously. This limitation does not include inputs defined as Shift keys, Ctrl keys, Alt keys, Win GUI keys, or Mouse Left, Middle, or Right Buttons. Keyboard Status Light Signals Keyboard status light drive is available with the KE-USB36. -
Page 8: Interfacing To The Ke-Usb36 Trackball Header
Interfacing to the KE-USB36 Trackball Header The KE-USB36 features an interface connector which accepts optical signals from a device such as a Spinner or a Trackball. Power is supplied trackball interface from the KE-USB36 volt operation only. This interface Figure 7 - The KE-USB36 Trackball interface connector. -
Page 9: Configuring The Ke-Usb36
Configuring the KE-USB36 The KE-USB36 is supplied with a Windows utility program which allows quick and easy setup of the inputs on the unit. Run the KEUSB36.EXE utility program to start the configuration program. The menu for the program appears as shown below. - Page 10 Note that a Trackball need not be attached to emulate the mouse buttons. The KE-USB36 runs as both the mouse and the keyboard at all times. If no Trackball device is connected to the unit, no cursor movement will be initiated from the KE-USB36, but the ability to emulate Left, Middle, or Right mouse buttons remains.
- Page 11 When configured as shown above, Input #1 would perform a Shift function along with the F1 keystroke. This combination would be the equivalent of holding down the shift key on your keyboard and then pressing F1. Note that the Control, Alt, and Shift selection boxes are used in combination with a key.
- Page 12 Configurations saved at a prior time may be recalled by using the Open selection and choosing a file from the selection list. To save the configuration to the KE-USB36, select File, then . Be sure that the KE-USB36 is connected to the Write to KEUSB36 computer prior to this step.
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Page 13: Appendix A - Specifications
Note: Loading a configuration from the KE-USB36 will overwrite any existing configuration settings in the program window. Appendix A: Specifi cations 3.25 3.00 .125 .625 .625 Dia (4) Operating Voltage 5 Volts DC +5%, -13%, Supplied from... -
Page 14: Appendix B: Operating Tips
Appendix B: Operating Tips The KE-USB36 is configured as 36 individual inputs, which are activated by shorting them to the common Ground provided on the header. Since these inputs are individual, they are completely separate, and cannot produce “ghosting” as in a matrix application. -
Page 15: Appendix C - Ke-Usb36 Read/Write From The Command Line
Right Shift, Left and Right Alt, Left and Right Control, and Windows GUI keys, can be used in addition to the six key limitation. The KE-USB36 has the option of repeating an input that is held on. If the input is selected to repeat, that input will count toward the six key limit. -
Page 16: Appendix D: Board Id
0 or 1 based on the 2 position jumper setting on the board. ID 0 = Jumper Open (default). This jumper is located near the middle of the KE-USB36 board and is the only 2 position jumper on the unit (see figure 15). -
Page 17: Accessories
Accessories We offer several accessories to connect to your KE-USB36. KE-USBMM6 6 ft. Male/Male Type A to Type B USB Cable IOX36 Input Header to screw terminal breakout board. This product connects to the KE-USB36 input header through a standard IDE cable (included). -
Page 18: Custom Ke-Usb36 Options
Custom KE-USB36 Options We offer custom modifications to our standard KE-USB36 unit to conform to your exact specifications. We can add special features such as matrix scanning, output controls, and display interfaces, just to name a few. Give us a call to discuss your custom requirements. - Page 19 Depending on the state in which you live, you may have additional rights. Great care has been taken during the assembly, testing, and burn-in of your KE-USB36 to ensure its performance. If you have any questions, please send us an email or give us a call. Support is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST).
- Page 20 HAGSTROM ELECTRONICS, INC. Toll Free 888-690-9080 Phone: (540) 465-4677 Fax: (540) 465-4678 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST) sales@hagstromelectronics.com www.hagstromelectronics.com 1986 Junction Rd, Strasburg, VA 22657 Copyright © 2017 HAGSTROM ELECTRONICS, INC. V. 07.16...
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