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MODEL 01 QUICKSTART GUIDE

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  • Page 1 MODEL 01 QUICKSTART GUIDE...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Keyboardio Model 01. We’ve worked hard to build you the best keyboard we can. We hope that you find it to be worthy of a place on your desk or in your lap for years to come.
  • Page 3 We’ve done our best to make typing on the Keyboardio Model 01 as comfortable an experience as possible. Part of that work was to make the two halves of the Model 01 independently adjustable. As you get used to your new keyboard, you should experiment to find the most...
  • Page 4 USB A to Type-C cable included with your keyboard. To plug your Model 01 into a Type-C port on your computer, you’ll need a Type-C to Type-C cable. If you want to plug your Model 01 into an iOS or Android device, you’ll likely need an adaptor.
  • Page 5 first few days or even the first few weeks. Like any new skill, typing on the Model 01 takes practice. We recommend starting off with no more than 15 minutes of typing at a time, early in the day. When you get frustrated or start to feel fatigued, switch back to your regular keyboard.
  • Page 6 find “homing dots” on the home positions of your pinkies, index fingers, and thumbs. With the Model 01’s default layout, your left pinkie rests on ‘A’, your left index finger rests on ‘F’, and your left thumb rests on ‘Backspace’. Your right pinkie rests on ‘;’, your right index...
  • Page 7 Apple and various PC makers use different labels to represent the same behavior. We’ve chosen to label the Model 01 in a way that makes sense to us: Enter is Return on a Mac and Enter on a PC Cmd is Cmd on a Mac and the Windows key on a PC Alt is Option on a Mac and Left Alt on a PC The butterfly is Right Option on a Mac and Right Alt on a PC...
  • Page 8 Function keys One of the things that makes the Model 01 different is the pair of function keys we’ve placed under your palms. Out of the box, both function keys work the same: If you drop and hold either palm onto the function key, the Model 01 switches into “function mode”.
  • Page 9 Numpad The Model 01’s default layout includes an embedded numpad. To access it, just tap the Num key in the upper-right corner of the keyboard.
  • Page 10 ADJUSTING THE MODEL 01 You can and should adjust the Model 01 to put your hands and arms in a comfortable, neutral position while you’re typing. This might include separating the two halves or adjusting the angles of each half using the stands and/or center bars.
  • Page 11 To use the angled center bar on a desk, you need to use the stands that come with the Model 01. If you’re going to put the Model 01 in your lap, you can use the tented center bar without the stands.
  • Page 12 The mounting hole on the bottom of each half of the keyboard is a standard 1/4-20 camera tripod mount. If you want to mount the Model 01 in an “interesting” configuration, you can use the tripod mounts with an adjustable camera tripod or custom hardware.
  • Page 13 CARING FOR YOUR MODEL 01 Cleaning We’ve designed the Model 01 to be easy to care for. The wood is sealed with polyurethane and does not require treatment with oil or wax. If the wooden case, plastic base plate, or keycaps need cleaning, we recommend unplugging the keyboard and wiping it down with a cloth or paper towel that has been slightly dampened with water.
  • Page 14 Transport Properly taken care of, your Model 01 should be a good companion for many years. When transporting your Model 01, make sure that the keys are protected from scrapes, impacts, and gunk. We’ve found that a roomy 13” laptop sleeve makes a great soft case.

  • Page 15: Firmware & Customization

    Keyboardio community forum at https://community.keyboard.io. Controlling built-in LED lighting effects Your Model 01 ships with a number of built-in LED lighting effects. To cycle through them, tap the LED button in the upper-right corner of the left side of the keyboard.
  • Page 16 LED effects at http://keyboard.io/code. CABLES USB Cable The Model 01’s USB cable is a USB 2.0 cable with a USB Type-C connector on the keyboard side. Interconnect cable The cable that connects the two halves of the Model 01 is 8P8C twisted pair cable with RJ45 connectors on either end.

  • Page 17: Getting Help

    Model 01 users, to talk about key layouts and firmware modifications, and to get help with your Model Customer support If you need help with your Model 01, please don’t hesitate to email us at support@keyboard.io. We’ll do our best to help you out.

  • Page 18: Warranty And Repair

    WARRANTY AND REPAIR Limited one-year parts and labor warranty If you have purchased a new Model 01 from Keyboardio or an authorized distributor, your keyboard is covered by a limited one-year parts and labor warranty from your date of purchase.
  • Page 19 Using the expansion connector does not void your warranty You have the right to modify your Model 01. That means that we’re ok with you changing the keyboard’s firmware and doing unspeakable things to the keyboard’s circuit board. To that end, we’ve provided an “expansion”...
  • Page 20 The Model 01’s enclosure is made from wood. We’ve worked hard to design the Model 01’s enclosure to be as sturdy as possible. When treated well, it should last you for many years. However, unlike plastic and metal, wood has a habit of shattering when dropped.