Quick Reference Guide for Scorpius-22 keypad

Thank you for purchasing the Scorpius 22 keypad. This keypad is generally used with desktop PC or Notebook PC. There are two types of usages of this keypad when it connects the host keyboard. One is “NumLock Independent” the other one is “NumLock Dependent”.

I. Keypad Features:

1. Fully compatible with IBM PC XT/AT for R versions (or PS/2 for P version, PS/2 & AT for PA version, USB version).

2. Operates as an additional keypad (or as a small stand alone numeric pad in DOS or Windows environments).

3. Highly reliable mechanical key switches with tactile click and sound touch feeling.

4. Auto repeat function.

5. Two key roll-over.

6. 20 million life cycle switch.

II. System Requirements:

In order to use your Keypad, you must have the following equipment and software:

1. IBM PC XT/AT or 100% compatible.

2. DOS 3.3 or later version. (also operates under Windows3.X or later version)

3. At least 64K bytes of memory.

4. RS-232C serial interface port. (for R version only)

5. One 3 ½’ floppy disk driver. (for R version only)

III. Package Contents

1. Scorpius 22 Keypad Itself.

2. Keypad Driver on 3 ½’ diskette. (for R version only)

3. DB-6/5 Adapter. (optional for PA version only)

IV. Specifications

1. Insulation Resistance; 50 M W at 250V DC

2. Operating Temperature: -10°C~50°C(14°F~122°F)

3. Storage Temperature: -10°C~60°C(14°F~140°F)

4. Contact Resistance: 0.3 W(max)

5. Current Consumption: <8mA(max)

6. Operating Voltage: +5V DC+10%

7. Key Travel: 4mm+0.5mm

8. Operating Force: 55g+15g

9. Life Time: 50X106 cycle

10. Cable Length: 1.5 Meters+10%

11. Dimensions: 158(L) X 108(W) X 33(H)mm (6.2X4.3X1.3’)

V. Hardware Installation

1. For R version, plug the female D type 9pin keypad cable connector into the RS-232 port. (COM1&COM2)

2. For A & P versions, plug the connector into the keyboard port.

3. For USB versions, plug the connector into the USB port.

VI. Software Installation

1. Turn on your computer and run either Windows Ò3.1/95.

2. Insert the ComPort Keypad setup disk into drive A (or B).

3. Choose “Run” from the “Start” menu.

4. Windows Ò3.1/95 setup procedure.

(a). Windows 3.1

In the “Run” dialog, type “A:\Win31 9X\SETUP.EXE” or “B:\ Win31 9X\SETUP.EXE” and click the “OK” button.

(b). Windows 95

In the “Run” dialog, type “A\SETUP.EXE” or “B:\ SETUP.EXE” and click the “OK” button.

5. The ComPort Keypad setup program will start.

6. Follow the setup program’s on-screen instructions.

7. After successfully installing the software, you will be asked to re-start the computer. Please select “OK” to re-start the computer. It is necessary to re-boot your computer before running the keypad software.

Note: | 1. | The scorpius 22R version had function key operation. To use the function keys such as F1, F2,…F12, just press and hold down the ‘Fn’ key located on the upper-right-hand corner, and then type the desired function key.
| 2. | If there are further problem, please reference “W31Help”

VII. FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement:

This equipment had been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 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 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:

(A). Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
(B). Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
(C). Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
(D). Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

“Shielded interconnect cables” and/or “shielded power cords” must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void this FCC approval.

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