Comfort ErgoFlex Separated Keyboard - Detailed Specification Sheet

Provides many of the same features of the ErgoComfort Keyboard at a fraction of the price!

This keyboard allows the user to separate each keyboard section up to 6' apart, accomodating a wide range of unique workstation requirements.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• The ErgoFlex Keyboard increases typing comfort and decreases fatigue.
• Three sections: left-hand, right-hand, and numeric keypad.
• Numeric keypad can be positioned on the left or in the middle -- an instant productivity gain for left-handers
• The ErgoFlex Keyboard eliminates awkward postures of the hands, wrists and arms.
• Each section adjusts easily and then locks into place.
• Can be adjusted for use while sitting or standing.
• Features a programmable 'rest period indicator' which reminds the user to take rest breaks periodically.
• Features special programmable functions to increase productivity, including:

  • Keyboard macros designed to save keystrokes, exit and enter programs quickly, and otherwise help the operator use time more effectively.
  • Capability to program the left or right space bar to backspace.
• Minimizes the need for retraining: The ErgoFlex features the standard 101-key QWERTY key arrangement.

Technical Information

• WEIGHT: Three keyboard sections with baseplate; 5lb 12oz (2.61kg).
• OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0-50 degrees Celsius.
• KEY LAYOUT: 105 keys, with standard 101 QWERTY layout and special function keys to emulate the Macintosh and other configurations, and activated Special Keyboard Funtions.
• KEY SWITCHES: Conductive elastomer rubber designed for 60 million cycles.
• KEYTOPS: Molded ABS plastic, double shot injection.

System Requirements: 

• PS/2 port, Mac ADB, SUN Type 6 or HP-HIL connector
• USB supports IBM-PC, Mac and SUN

Physical Specifications: 

• Three keyboard sections: H 2.5in (65mm) x L 18.25in(464 mm) x D 6.25in (159mm).
• Baseplate: H 0.125in (3mm) x L 22in (559) x D 4.5in (114mm).
• KEYBOARD ENCLOSURES: High quality Cycolac ABS plastic, grade KJW.
• DISC LOC UNIVERSAL MOUNTS: Hardened Steel.
• SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 5VDC
• NOMINAL CURRENT: <500ma.
• MICROPROCESSORS: Four, type Z8 (8bit).
• MEMORY STORAGE AND TYPE: 32 kBytes ROM, 8 kBytes RAM.

Programable Features: 

• Left or Right Space Bar as Backspace: For added convenience, the ErgoFlex Keyboard allows you to program either the left or right space bar to backspace. This feature will allow you to program either the left or right space bar to have dual function as a space bar or a backspace. After programming the key, the space bar will function as a space bar if you press the space bar once. The space bar will function as a backspace if you hold the space bar down.
• Programmable Rest Period Indicator: Many ergonomists recommend that you stop for 'micropauses' (brief, several-second pauses) frequently. Your keyboard will help you remember to take breaks periodically. . It is pre-set to a 60 minute default value but can be set to anything from 10 minutes to 120 minutes.
• Programmable 'Delay Until Repeat': The 'delay until repeat' value is the time that elapses between pressing the first key and the insertion of the first auto repeat character. If you find that characters are repeating on your monitor unintentionally, you may want to increase the keyboard's 'delay until repeat' value. If you are waiting too long for characters to begin repeating, you may want to decrease the 'delay until repeat' value. The 'delay until repeat' range is from about 0.0 seconds up. The default value is approximately 0.6 seconds.
• Programmable 'Repeat Rate' Value: The 'repeat rate' value is the rate at which a key repeats itself when held down. 'Delay until repeat' governs the first repetition; 'repeat rate' governs later repetitions.
• Remapping: The 'Remapping' mode allows you to remap your keyboard (reassign keys to different key locations). This can be useful for software applications that require the repeated use of one or more specific keys; it is also useful for users who simply find it more convenient to have various keys rearranged.
• Individually programmable macro keys: A macro is multiple keystrokes stored in a single key. Pressing that key plays back those multiple keystrokes. If you find yourself typing a particular series of characters repeatedly, you can program that series into a macro key. You simply select a key to represent the series of characters. You may also program macros to reassign (remap) keys on your keyboard. In addition, you can use a macro to exit a program and enter another program quickly. A series of macros can be stored as a 'macro file' to your computer's hard drive. Each Macro file can hold up to approximately 1378 keystrokes. All 1378 keystrokes can be assigned to one macro or as many as 94 macros, using any keys except those listed below, with varying numbers of keystrokes per macro. Keys that can not be programmed are the disk key, Comfort Key C.
• StickyKeys: Some people find it difficult or even impossible to press two keys down at the same time because they type with just a single finger or with a stick attached to their head or hand. If you want to operate your ErgoFlex keyboard pressing one key at a time, use the StickyKeys function. It allows you to press each key separately when performing a multiple key operation. Using StickyKeys, you can press the Shift key, then press the 4 key to make a dollar sign ($). Without StickyKeys you would have had to hold a Shift key down while pressing the 4 key. StickyKeys works with Shift, Ctrl and Alt. These three keys are called the "modifier" keys, since they modify the action of another key.
• Programmable BounceKeys: If you accidentally 'bounce' on a key when you press it - that is, press a key and then accidentally press it again right away - use the BounceKeys function. BounceKeys tells the computer that, if the user presses the same key two consecutive times to not accept the second press unless a certain amount of time elapses between them. If you want to type the same key twice, just pause between the two key presses for the period of time (called the 'debounce time') that you have programmed into BounceKeys. BounceKeys does not prevent you from typing other keys as quickly as you wish. NOTE: You cannot use the BounceKeys function and SlowKeys function at the same time.
• Programmable SlowKeys: If you accidentally 'bump' keys while you are moving your hand or typing stick toward the key you want, 'SlowKeys' will tell the computer not to accept keys that are bumped or held down for a very short period of time. In other words, using Programmable SlowKeys, the computer will accept a key as 'passed' unless it's held down for the period of time (called the 'acceptance delay') that you have programmed into SlowKeys. You can bump any number of keys on your way to the key you want without accidentally entering those characters. You can then hold the desired key long enough for the computer to accept it.