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Datadesk TrackBoard Short Form Instructions

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The Common-Sense Combination Keyboard and Trackball
SHORT FORM INSTRUCTIONS for MACS
15 user-definable function
keys for automated single
keystroke operation
User-configurable color-
coded key caps for often-
used keys. Also, includes
replacable standard
gray key caps
Congratulations on your purchase
of Datadesk's TrackBoard.
This short form of the instructions is designed to get you started
working with your new TrackBoard. A full version of the manual
is available at our website, www.data-desk.com. To take advantage
of updated information regarding your TrackBoard, please retister
your new keyboard on our website or send in the registration
card enclosed. The TrackBoard provides full Apple Extended
105-key functionality with a space-saving 79-key layout by using
TrackBoard's exclusive dual-purpose keys. TrackBoard also
includes a trackball with a three-button design that puts all point
and click functions within easy reach.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• The TrackBoard keyboard.
• One 6 ft. Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) cable for connecting to
all these series of Macintosh computers; Macintosh II, Power
PC, Performa, Centris, Quadra, SE, SE30, LC, Classic/Classic II
and PowerBook.
• One set of ColorKey™ user-replaceable keys for Command,
Option, Control, Enter and Cursor keys —and a keytop puller.
If any of these items are not present, please contact
Datadesk.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS: If you need further help, please contact Datadesk Technical Support:
PHONE: (206) 842-5480 • FAX: (206) 842-9219 • EMAIL: support@data-desk.com
Specially-designed "can't
miss" keycaps for all
function and trackball keys
Unique dual-purpose
keys provide extended
keyboard functionality
in a small package
Drag mode key
for trackball
Full-size, 3-button
trackball puts all point, click,
and drag functions
within easy reach
INSTALLATION
Before you begin to install the TrackBoard, make sure your
computer is turned off. Plugging and/or unplugging ADB cables
while your computer is turned on can result in lost or damaged
data and serious damage to the components of your computer.
PLEASE NOTE:
Macintosh computers that have an Apple Desktop Bus (ADB)
connector. TrackBoard is not compatible with Macintosh Plus
or earlier Macintosh computers.
Plugging In The ADB Cable
1. Plug the ADB cable into one of the TrackBoard's two ADB
connectors. The connectors are located on both sides of the
TrackBoard, towards the rear of the keyboard.
2. Plug the other end of ADB cable into an ADB connector on
the back of the Macintosh.
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SETTING PREFERENCES
There are several ways in which you can fine tune the TrackBoard
to best suit your preferences.
Time saving
"double-click"
key for trackball
Optional 22-key
calculator-style
Extra large, easy-
numeric keypad with
to-use "click-bar"
enlarged Enter key and
for trackball
4 cursor keys
The TrackBoard is only compatible with
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    There are several ways in which you can fine tune the TrackBoard to best suit your preferences. Datadesk. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS: If you need further help, please contact Datadesk Technical Support: PHONE: (206) 842-5480 • FAX: (206) 842-9219 • EMAIL: support@data-desk.com...
  • Page 2 (it has the fn legend on the front skirt) once, next Press any key with the secondary key function you wish to use. Pressing You can adjust the angle at which the TrackBoard sits by raising any other key than a dual-purpose key automatically turns off the keyboard feet.