Belkin SnapNType User manual

Portable Mini-Keyboard
For Palm m500 Series Handhelds
User's Guide
SnapNTypeTM

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the SnapNType keyboard. The SnapNType
keyboard is easy to install and use. With its compact design, you can start writing
your e-mails and notes anywhere you go.
Setting Up Your SnapNType
Installing the SnapNType Keyboard Software
Before installing the SnapNType software, please make sure that:
1) You have disabled all other keyboard software installed in your Palm.
2) You have performed a HotSync to backup all data.
3) Your Palm has at least 10 KB free memory.
Follow these instructions to install SnapNType software on your Palm:
1) Insert the SnapNType floppy disk into your computer's floppy drive.
2) Open Windows Explorer and double-click the Floppy icon. Then double-click on
the SnapNType.prc file to run the installation program and get the SnapNType
software prepared for HotSync to your Palm.
3) Click OK and then Done to complete the PC side installation process.
4) Perform a HotSync to transfer the SnapNType software onto your Palm.
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Attaching the SnapNType keyboard to your Palm
1) Press the two side buttons simultaneously to release the keyboard lock.
2) While still pressing the side buttons, flip the keypad backward.
3) Slowly slide in your Palm until the connector on SnapNType latches the HotSync port
securely. (See Fig. 1)
4) You will hear a "beep" sound from your Palm to indicate proper connection of the
keyboard and activation of the SnapNType driver.
5) Fold the keypad onto your Palm until the keyboard lock latches securely. (See Fig. 2)
6) The SnapNType is now ready for use.

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Detaching the SnapNType keyboard from your Palm
1) Press the two side buttons simultaneously to release the keyboard lock.
2) While still pressing the side button, flip the keypad backward until it opens
completely. (See Fig. 3)
3) In an action similar to removing your Palm from the HotSync cradle, slightly
push your Palm towards the keypad and remove it from the keyboard connector.
(See Fig. 4)
4) You will hear a "beep" sound to indicate de-activation of the SnapNType driver.
Figure. 1 Slide the Palm into the SnapNType
keyboard.
Figure. 2 Fold up the keypad.
Figure. 3 Press the release button to release
the connector lock
Figure. 4 Slide the Palm away from the keyboard

Cap Lock
CapCap
Cap Lock
CapCap
Cap Lock
CapCap
Cap Lock
CapCap
Cap Lock
CapCap
To turn on Caps Lock: press and then press . As long as Caps Lock is
turned on, all characters will be entered in upper-case.
To release Caps Lock: press and then press .
Typing Numbers and Symbols
To type one number or symbol: press once, the next key you press will register
as the number or symbol printed in orange on the key top.
To type a block of numbers or symbols: press and hold all other keys you press
while holding will register the number or symbol.
To turn on Symbol Lock: Press twice to enter the Symbol Lock mode. All keys
pressed during Symbol Lock mode will register as number or symbol.
To release Symbol Lock: While in Symbol Lock mode, pressing one more time
will release the Symbol Lock.
Using your SnapNType
The SnapNType software driver has advanced automatic enable/disable function. The
driver will enable itself once you connect the SnapNType keyboard to your Palm. When
you disconnect the SnapNType, the driver will automatically disable itself. There is no
need to manually turn on or off the SnapNType driver.
Typing Lower-case Letters
To enter lower-case letters with your SnapNType, simply type them as you would on
a standard computer keyboard.
Typing Upper-case Letters
To capitalize one letter: press once and the next letter you enter will be capitalized.
To capitalize a block of letters: press and hold , all other letters you enter while
holding will be capitalized.
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Cap Lock
CapCap
BackBack
SpaceSpace
TAB
SpaceSpace
TAB
SpaceSpace
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Navigation keys
The navigation keys enable you to quickly relocate the cursor on your Palm. The following
table list available navigation key commands.
Application keys
There are four application buttons on the bottom of the SnapNType. They will replace
the buttons on your Palm that were covered by the keyboard. There are four different
functions assigned to each button, you can activate different function by:
1) Tapping - press and release the button
2) Press and hold the button
3) Press the key and then the button
4) Press the key and then the button
Keystroke Action
Space
TAB
Back space / Delete
Return
Moves cursor left (back) one character
Moves cursor right (front) one character
Moves cursor up one line
Moves cursor down one line
Page up
Page down
Command
L
+
K
C md

The following table list the default functions associated with each button.
The FaceBoard button
Pressing the FaceBoard button will
pop up a window containing various less
frequently used symbols and punctuation
marks. There are also popular Smiley patterns
for your e-mails. Simply touch the on-screen
buttons or the corresponding key on your
SnapNType to select the symbol you want to
enter.
Keystroke Action
Date Book
Address Book
To Do List
Memo Pad
Applications
Pull Down Menu
Calculator
Search
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Configuring the SnapNType software
You can customize various features of the SnapNType program to best suit your
application. To start the SnapNType configuration program, tap the SnapNType icon
on your Visor.
Enable - this will allow the
SnapNType to accept key input.
Disable - this will turn off the
SnapNType.
Repeat rate - this will determine
the repeat frequency of a key
when you hold it down
continuously.
Delay Until Repeat - this will
determine the delay from your
holding down a key
to the key repeating.
Click Sound - you can enable
or disable 'key click'. For this
function to work properly, you
need to first turn on System
Sound in your Palm. Please
consult your Palm manual on
how to turn on System Sound.
Test Area - you can test your
SnapNType by typing in this
area.
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General Configuration

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Programmable Buttons
You can program the four application buttons
to launch your favorite applications or emulate
different soft buttons. After launching the
SnapNType configuration program, press
and then to start the menu options. Tap on
Preferences and the following screen will appear.
You can program the soft key emulation
setting from the left side of your Preference
screen.
You can program the application launcher
from the right side of your Preference
screen.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the SnapNType driver compatible with Macintosh?
Yes, the SnapNType driver is fully compatible with Macintosh. Simply download the
driver from our web site www.tt-tec.com and perform a HotSync to install snapntype.prc
to your Palm and you are ready to go! You only need your Macintosh computer to
HotSync the application, subsequent operation of the SnapNType will not require the
computer.
Do I need to disable the SnapNType driver before performing HotSync?
The SnapNType is fully compatible with HotSync. The driver will also disable itself once
you remove the keyboard. So there is no need to manually disable the SnapNType
before performing HotSync.
Do I have to disable the SnapNType driver every time I remove the device?
No, the SnapNType driver will disable itself every time you remove the device.
Why can't I hear "beep" sound when connecting or disconnecting the SnapNType?
Please make sure your system sound option is turned on.
Technical Support
In the unlikely event that you encounter a problem with your SnapNType keyboard,
please contact technical support team at [email protected]. For the most
update SnapNType driver or more FAQ, please visit http://www.tt-tec.com.
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FCC Regulatory Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
c2002 TT Tech Ltd. All rights reserved.
SnapNType is trademark of TT Tech Limited.
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