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Kinesis Logo Kinesis Professional Contoured Keyboard - Detailed Specification Sheet


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Kinesis contoured keyboards are based on a unique, patented design that minimizes the pain and strain typists experience from heavy use of conventional computer keyboards. Their most advanced programmable keyboard, the Professional is ideal for intensive computer users seeking maximum comfort and productivity.

Information Sheet on the Kinesis Contoured Keyboard Line in PDF format.

The ergonomic design (Click here to review all the ergonomic benefits) resulted from two years of research and testing and has proven itself in over six years of commercial use. Kinesis contoured keyboards are prescribed by physicians and placed by physical and occupational therapists dealing with keyboard-related repetitive strain injuries. CLICK HERE TO READ A RESEARCH STUDY ON THE CONTOURED KEYBOARD LINE.

Professional (advanced programmable) models
Kinesis' most complete package, the Professional is popular with programmers and serious computer users suffering from RSI. With twice the memory of the Classic, it supports longer macros. It has a hidden memory locking switch so you can protect your handiwork from accidental changes. It also includes a Single action foot switch (which can be upgraded to a dual action foot switch at the time of purchase). The Professional contoured keyboard is an excellent value if you are using Windows 95/98 to the bundled software utilities programs (ClikWareTM and KeyWareTM). ClikWareTM allows mouse clicks to be mapped to any key or footswitch. KeyWareTM allows viewing your layout graphically on screen and archiving keyboard memory as a computer file.

· Double memory for longer macros (24 macros yields 142 characters, 36 macros yields 94, and 48 macros yields 70).
· Memory locking switch protects users or managers against accidental or unauthorized programming of the keyboard.
· Single-action foot switch included.
· Upgrade at time of sale to Dual Action Foot Switch for small additional charge.
· New KeywareTM 98 graphical utility software.
· For Windows 3.1x, Windows 95, Windows 98 & ME (Not for Windows NT or notebook computers).
Keyware supplements on-board programmability with stored keyboard layout files, plus additional features.
· ClikWareTM mouse click software.
For Windows 3.1x and Windows 95/98 (Not for Windows 2000/NT or notebook computers). Set any key or foot switch to be left/right/middle or double click.

Compatibilty
· PS/2 systems, Windows 95/98/2000, ME and NT (includes Windows key actions)
· All models are Sun compatible when used with a Kinesis Interface II for Sun.

Layout Options for the Professional contoured keyboard
· The familiar Qwerty key layout is standard
· The embedded keypad offers maximum productivity and comfort for 10-key users, especially using a foot switch.
· The Optional Dvorak key layout speeds typing. All Classic and Professional keyboards switch on the fly. Note: Except for "QD" models, keycap legends are Qwerty only.
· Want dual legends? Buy a "QD" Qwerty-Dvorak switchable model, or get an upgrade kit later. Sorry, but Dvorak-only legends are Not available.

Model Numbers
· Professional Contoured Keyboard for PC, KB134PC:
· Professional Qwerty/Dvorak Switchable Contoured Keyboard for PC, KB134PC/QD:

Keyboard Specifications:

Keyboard Dimensions:

  • Width: 16.5 inches
  • Height: 2.9 inches
  • Depth (front-to-back): 8 inches
  • Weight: 2.5 lbs
  • Front Slope: 10 degrees
  • Lateral Tilt ("thumbs up"): 20 degrees
  • Center Separation: 6.75 inches

FOOTSWITCHES (Optional; up to two actions)

  • Default is 'Keypad Shift' (numeric keypad mode is enabled until footswitch is released)
  • Second default footswitch action is 'Shift'
  • Programmable when used with programmable keyboards

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED

  • PS/2 Adapter (6-Pin Mini-DIN)
  • User's Manual
  • Adaptation Materials
  • Self-adhesive Palm Pads

Key Action Specifications:

ALPHANUMERIC KEYS:

  • Full travel, tactile mechanical keyswiches: 68
  • Low operating force (1.59 oz.) 45 grams
  • Pre-travel 2mm
  • Total travel 4mm
  • Life 50 million operations

FUNCTION KEYS:

  • Elastomeric keyswitches: 18
  • Soft Tactile action

EMBEDDED KEY ACTIONS:

  • Numeric keypad actions: 18
  • Windows 95 key actions: 3
  • International key actions: 2
  • Other programmable key actions: 60

WARRANTY:

  • Two Year Limited Warranty

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