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- Page 1 MODEL TMXS...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Set Up Articulated Arm Mounting System Mounting the TetraMouse Positioning the TetraMouse Features Overview of the TetraMouse The Right Joystick The Left Joystick Programming Programming Overview Speed Channel Selection Speed Channel Programming Channel Memory Configurations Recalling Memory Configurations Storing Memory Configurations Resetting the Factory Defaults... - Page 3 CONTENTS (Continued) Software Options Button Remapping in Windows Button Remapping on a Mac Typing with an On-screen Keyboard Operating Options and Tips Knob Options Tips and Techniques Mouse Pointer Speed Developing Your Skills Web Browsing Other Applications Cleaning the TetraMouse Warranty and Support 30-day Satisfaction Guaranty Lifetime Repair or Replace Warranty...
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Page 4: Set Up
SET UP ARTICULATED ARM MOUNTING SYSTEM If you ordered TetraMouse Mounting System with BASE STUD your TetraMouse, follow these instructions for mounting. If you will be using another mounting system please refer to the documentation for that BASE system. The size 1/4”-20tpi threaded stud that protrudes from the back of the TetraMouse is used for mounting. -
Page 5: Mounting The Tetramouse
MOUNTING THE TETRAMOUSE These instructions use the terminology for the various parts as shown in the illustrations on the previous page. These terms are capitalized in the following instructions. “Up” and “Down” references are relative to the image of the Base Clamp on the previous page. -
Page 6: Positioning The Tetramouse
POSITIONING THE TETRAMOUSE Loosen the knobs on the Universal Ends and Universal Elbow on the Articulated Arm just enough to allow repositioning of the TetraMouse, but tight enough to stay where it is put. When the TetraMouse is in the desired position and the user finds it comfortable to operate without straining or reaching, the joints may be... -
Page 7: Features
FEATURES OVERVIEW OF THE TETRAMOUSE The four indicator lights show the various BLUE, GREEN, YELLOW AND RED states and settings of the TetraMouse INDICATOR LIGHTS SHINE THROUGH while it operates in Mouse Mode or THIS SEMI-TRANSPARENT BAND Program Mode. In Mouse Mode the color coded indicators show which speed channel is active. -
Page 8: The Right Joystick
THE RIGHT JOYSTICK Push the right joystick in any of the UP & UP & eight directions illustrated to move LEFT RIGHT the mouse pointer on the computer monitor in the corresponding direction. LEFT RIGHT The mouse pointer moves at the R R R speed setting of the currently DOWN &... -
Page 9: The Left Joystick
THE LEFT JOYSTICK The LEFT JOYSTICK is used to perform all eight LEFT CLICK mouse button clicks, left and right click-and-hold (drag Push left, then release and drop), scrolling, and to enter Program Mode. RIGHT CLICK Push right, then release Use movements as shown on the right to perform the MIDDLE CLICK various functions. -
Page 10: Programming
PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW The left and right joysticks perform different functions when the TetraMouse is in Program Mode. When the TetraMouse is powered up, it starts in Mouse Mode. To enter Program Mode, the user pushes the left joystick up, then releases the joystick. All four indicators blink once, then all indicators go off to indicate the change to Program Mode. -
Page 11: Speed Channel Selection
SPEED CHANNEL SELECTION BLUE CHANNEL The TetraMouse has four Speed Push the left joystick up to Channels that can be selected by enter Program Mode, then the user. These Speed Channels push down to select the are named “Blue”, “Green”, “Yellow” Blue Speed Channel. -
Page 12: Speed Channel Programming
SPEED CHANNEL PROGRAMMING To change the speed setting of any of the four Speed INDICATOR LIGHTS SPEED BLUE GREEN YELLOW RED Channels, first select the Speed Channel you want to change, as described on the previous page. Then push the left joystick up to enter Program Mode. -
Page 13: Channel Memory Configurations
CHANNEL MEMORY CONFIGURATIONS The TetraMouse has four memory SPEED CHANNEL DEFAULTS MEMORY locations, designated A, B, C and D, for BLUE GREEN YELLOW RED LOCATION storing and recalling the four Speed Channel settings as four unique user configurations. The table (right) shows the factory default memory settings. -
Page 14: Storing Memory Configurations
STORING MEMORY CONFIGURATIONS After the user has gained some Push the left joystick up to experience with the TetraMouse, he or enter Program Mode, then push the right joystick right she may find that they prefer speed to enable the Store function. The settings other than the default settings indicators rapidly scan right twice. -
Page 15: Software Options
SOFTWARE OPTIONS BUTTON REMAPPING IN WINDOWS The TetraMouse can output 8 mouse button signals and scroll wheel up and down signals, however, the Windows mouse driver is only capable of handling 5 buttons and a scroll wheel. Therefore, most programs running in Windows are not capable of using more than 5 buttons. -
Page 16: Button Remapping On A Mac
BUTTON REMAPPING ON A MAC On Mac computers, a shareware program called USB Overdrive allows the user to remap all 8 of the TetraMouse button functions and scroll up and scroll down functions in order to perform various keystrokes, shortcuts and functions. The trial version of USB Overdrive may be downloaded from www.usboverdrive.com. -
Page 17: Operating Options And Tips
OPERATING OPTIONS AND TIPS KNOB OPTIONS The TetraMouse comes with 5/8-inch diameter round knobs as standard equipment, but other knobs are available such as the Cup Knobs that may be used to operate the TetraMouse with the tongue or finger, and Bulb Knobs that bend easily and are intended for use by people with motor control issues in order to avoid personal injury or damage to the TetraMouse. -
Page 18: Developing Your Skills
TIPS AND TECHNIQUES (Continued) DEVELOPING YOUR SKILLS - As with any new device, your operating skills will improve with practice. As you begin learning how to use the TetraMouse don’t be discouraged if it feels like you are not making much progress. -
Page 19: Other Applications
TIPS AND TECHNIQUES (Continued) OTHER APPLICATIONS - Software applications that are capable of recognizing more than five buttons sometimes provide a means to redefine the button functions within the program. Explore these possibilities to make computing more efficient. It is a good idea to read help files in applications in order to discover ways to increase efficiency. -
Page 20: Warranty And Support
This support is transferable and follows the TetraMouse in the event it is sold or given to another person as used equipment (not resold as "new"). TetraLite Products will do its best to provide the best customer support possible in a timely manner. TetraMouse users are encouraged to contact TetraLite Products by email or phone with any questions or comments. - Page 21 INDICATOR LIGHTS INDICATOR LIGHTS SPEED SPEED BLUE GREEN YELLOW RED BLUE GREEN YELLOW RED TetraLite Products 23708 Locust Way Unit 38 Bothell WA 98021-9258 Phone: 206-362-3139 - www.tetramouse.com - ©2018 TetraLite Products...
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