Elecom TK-FBM032EBK User manual
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Pairing is completed successfully
when [TK-FBM032 Series] is shown
as [Connected].
You can now use the keyboard.
If connection fails
Connection may fail depending on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch status.
In such cases, re-connect by following the procedure below.
Touch [Settings].
Touch [General].
Touch [Bluetooth].
Touch [TK-FBM032 Series
Not Connected].
Reconnection is completed
successfully when [TK-
FBM032 Series] is shown as
[Connected].
Part Names
Pairing the Keyboard with a Connected Device
3
To connect this product to a connected device using Bluetooth, you need to pair the product with the connected device.
Pairing involves registering Bluetooth devices (in this case, this product and connected device) with each other, and authorizing a connection with a registered device.
Using iPhone/iPad2/iPad/iPod touch
The instructions below are based on iPhone 4 (iOS 5.01) user interface.
*
The procedure is the same for other models.
When using iPhone 3GS or 3G iPod touch, you must update the software to
*
iOS 4.0 or later.
For instructions on updating software, refer to iPhone 3GS or 3G iPod
touch manual.
This product cannot be used with iPhone 3G or with first and second
*
generation iPod touch.
Touch [Settings].
Touch [General].
Touch [Bluetooth].
While the device is searching for
other devices, press the CONNECT
button on this product.
The Connect/Battery lamp flashes green
during the pairing procedure and turns off
when the procedure is complete (step ).
Touch [TK-FBM032 Series Not
Paired].
If iPhone 3GS or iPod touch
cannot find the keyboard, check
that the software has been
updated to iOS 4.0 or later.
Use this product to enter the PIN
code that displays on the screen.
Enter the PIN code using the keyboard
numerical keys, and press the “Enter” key.
If the PIN code was not entered
correctly, the screen shown to the
right will display.
Touch “OK”, and repeat from step
.
CONNECT button
Installing/Replacing the Batteries
1
Before using this product, install one AAA battery in the keyboard.
Remove the battery
compartment cover on the
back of the product.
Insert the battery.
Make sure that the polarity is correct.
Install the battery
compartment cover.
Turning on the Keyboard
2
Turn on the keyboard to use it.
Slide the power switch to the ON
position.
The Connect/Battery indicator lamp lights for
about 3 seconds.
When not using the product, turn the keyboard
off to save battery power.
Slide the power switch to the OFF position.
Power save mode
When key input does not occur for approximately 10 minutes, this
product will automatically switch to power save mode.
It will return to normal mode once any key is pressed.
Enter characters after this has occurred.
Folding Bluetooth®Keyboard
TK-FBM032EBK
User’s Manual
Thank you for purchasing the ELECOM Folding Bluetooth®Keyboard.
This product employs an English keyboard layout and Bluetooth®wireless
technology.
This manual describes the operating instructions and safety precautions
for using this product. Ensure that you have read this manual before using
the product. After reading this manual, store it somewhere safe for future
reference.
* Except in certain cases, the TK-FBM032E Series is referred to as “this
product” in this manual.
Meaning of symbols
WARNING Failure to observe precautions may result in
serious personal injury or death due to fire,
electric shock, or other causes.
CAUTION Failure to observe precautions may result in
personal injury due to electric shock or other
causes, and may damage other equipment.
Prohibited action
Mandatory action
Situation that needs attention
Notes and reference information
Package Contents
This product’s packaging contains the items listed below. Before using the
product, check that all items are present. We make every effort to ensure that all
products are packaged correctly. However, in the event that an item is missing
or damaged, contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product.
Keyboard x1•
AAA alkaline battery x1•
Storage case x1•
User’s Manual x1•
Cleaning the Keyboard
If the product becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
Use of a volatile liquid (paint thinner, benzene, alcohol, etc.) may
affect the material quality and colour of the product.
Cautions for Wireless Equipment
This product is wireless equipment using the entire range
of the 2.4 GHz band and it is possible to avoid the band of
mobile object identification systems. FH-SS is used for the
radio wave method. The interference distance is 10 m.
The 2.4 GHz band is also used by medical equipment, and wireless LAN
equipment conforming to the IEEE 802.11b/11g/11n standard.
Before using this product, check that there are no other “radio stations”*•
operating nearby.
If electromagnetic interference occurs between this product and other•
“radio stations”, move this product to another location or stop using this
product.
* Other “radio stations” refer to industrial, scientific and medical devices using
the 2.4 GHz band like this product, other radio stations of this type, licensed
radio station premises for mobile object identification system that is used in
factory production lines, certain non-licensed low power radio stations and
amateur radio stations.
WARNING
Do not use this product with any device that may have a seri-•
ous impact in the event of a malfunction. There are rare cases
where an external radio wave at the same frequency or the
radio wave emitted from a mobile phone causes this product to
malfunction, slow down, or fail to operate.
Do not use this product in a hospital or other locations where the•
use of radio waves is prohibited. The radio waves of this product
may affect electronic and medical devices (e.g. pacemaker).
The use of a wireless keyboard in an aircraft is prohibited by•
aviation law because doing so may interfere with flight safety.
Turn off the keyboard before boarding an aircraft and do not
use it in the aircraft.
* ELECOM is not liable for any accident or social damages
incurred by the failure of this product.
Initial Setup Procedure
When using this product for the first time, operate and configure this
product and the PC in the order shown below.
To use this product the connected device must support the
Bluetooth HID profile or have a Bluetooth adapter that supports the
HID profile connected.
Installing/Replacing the Batteries
1
Turning on the Keyboard
2
Pairing the Keyboard with a Connected Device
3
Safety Precautions
Observe these precautions carefully to avoid personal injury, damage, fire,
and other problems.
WARNING
If a foreign object (water, metal chip, etc.) enters the product,
immediately stop using the product and remove the batteries
from the keyboard. If you continue to use the product under these
conditions, it may cause a fire or electric shock.
If an abnormality is found with this product (emission of heat,
smoke or abnormal smell from the product), immediately stop
using the product, shut down connected devices, and after
thoroughly checking that heat from the product will not cause
burns, remove the batteries from the keyboard. After doing this,
contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product. If you
continue to use the product under these conditions, it may cause
a fire or electric shock.
Do not drop or hit this product.
If this product is damaged, immediately stop using it, turn it off,
and remove the batteries.
If you continue to use the product in a damaged condition, it may
cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to disassemble, modify or repair this product by
yourself. Doing so may cause a fire, electric shock, or product
damage and may void the warranty.
Do not put this product in fire, as the product may burst, resulting
in a fire or injury.
CAUTION
Do not place this product in any of the following environments:
In a car exposed to sunlight, a place exposed to direct sunlight,•
or a place that becomes hot (around a heater, etc.)
In a moist place or a place where condensation may occur•
In an uneven place or a place exposed to vibration•
In a place where a magnetic field is generated (near a magnet,•
etc.)
In a dusty place•
This product does not have a waterproof structure. Use and
store this product in a place where the product body will not be
splashed with water or other liquid.
Rain, water mist, juice, coffee, steam or sweat may also cause
product damage.
Do not use this product with any device that may have a serious•
impact in the event this product fails.
When you no longer need to use this product, be sure to dispose of it•
in accordance with the local ordinances and laws of your area.
Batteries
CAUTION
Use AAA alkaline batteries, AAA manganese batteries, or
rechargeable AAA nickel hydride batteries with this product.
If this product will be unused for a long period of time, remove the
batteries to avoid battery leakage and failure.
Battery compartment
Stores the stand.
Pull the stand out to use it.
The stand can be stored in the compartment when
not in use.
* The stand cannot be used with large size portable
devices.
Stand storage compartment
CONNECT button
Connect/Battery lamp
Flashes green when the keyboard is in a pairing standby•
state.
Indicates when to replace the batteries. Flashes red when•
the remaining battery level gets low during use.
While the
key is held down, the functions
indicated in the on the bottom of other
keys can be used.
key (Function key)
Switches the character input mode for
the iPad2/iPad/iPhone/iPod touch to
[Alphanumeric] English input or
[Kana] Japanese input.
Alphanumeric/Kana key
Enter an underscore (_) character by pressing [Shift]+ .
Power switch
Press the Open and close
button to open the keyboard
Use the slider to move
the keyboard on the right
side to the left.
To use the keyboard
* Refer to the back of this sheet.
Inserts a space.•
Converts characters when•
using two-byte fonts.
Space bar
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Basic Specifications
Product name Folding Bluetooth®Keyboard
Article No. TK-FBM032E series
Supported devices Devices that support the Bluetooth
•®HID profile
Mac OS X (10.5 to10.5.8, 10.6 to 10.6.7)
•
iPad2, iPad, iPhone 4, 4G iPod touch
•
iPhone 3GS and 3G iPod touch (32GB/64GB) with
•
software updated to iOS 4.0 or later
* Cannot be used with iPhone 3G or first and second
generation iPod touch.
PlayStation
•®3 (System Software ver. 3.66)
* Depending on the model of the device being used,
the assigned function for various keys and the actual
functions which they perform when pressed may
differ.
Connection method Bluetooth®wireless
Compliant standard Bluetooth®v2.0 Class 2
Profile HID (Human Interface Device)
Radio frequency 2.4 GHz bandwidth
Radio wave method FH-SS modulation
Radio wave outreach Non-magnetic substance (e.g. wooden desk): Approx.
10 m
Magnetic substance (e.g. metal desk): Approx. 3 m
* Values indicated are those obtained by ELECOM
and are not guaranteed.
No. of keys 66 (English layout)
Key type Membrane
Key pitch 17.0 mm
Key stroke 2.2 mm
Dimensions
290.0 (W) x 100.0 (D) x 15.2 (H) mm (when unfolded)
137.3 (W) x 100.0 (D) x 27.0 (H) mm (when folded)
Weight Approx.230 g * Not including batteries
Operating
temperature/humidity
5 to 40°C, 90% RH max. (no condensation)
Storing temperature/
humidity
-10 to 60°C, 90% RH max. (no condensation)
Batteries x1 AAA alkaline/manganese/rechargeable nickel
hydride battery
Operating time Measure of operating time when alkaline battery is
used
Approx. 2 months
* Values indicated are those obtained by ELECOM
and are not guaranteed.
Troubleshooting
When the product appears to be malfunc-
tioning
When text cannot be entered or keyboard does not
work/is unstable
When key input does not occur for approximately 10 minutes, this
product will automatically switch to power save mode.
It will return to normal mode once any key is pressed.
Enter characters after this has occurred.
Check that this product and the connected device’s Bluetooth function
or Bluetooth adapter are turned on.
Check pairing status to ensure that this product is paired correctly with
the connected device and that pairing has not been cancelled.
The Connect/Battery lamp flashes green during the pairing pro-•
cedure and turns off when the procedure is complete.
For details on the PC’s Bluetooth function and Bluetooth adapter,•
refer to the relevant instruction manuals. Alternatively, contact the
manufacturer.
The connected device and the keyboard are too far apart or there is a
possibility that the connected device is facing in a direction from which
it cannot receive radio signals.
Adjust the position of the
connected device.
The operable range of this
product is the area within a circle
with a radius of 10 m from the
connected device. Depending
on the usage environment, the
keyboard may not operate even
when it is within approximately
10 m of the connected device.
In such cases, move the
keyboardcloser to the connected
device until operation stabilizes.
When using this product on a metallic surface such as a steel desk,
radio wave outreach may be shortened. In such cases, move the
keyboard closer to the connected device until keyboard operation
stabilizes.
Interference may occur if multiple units of this product are used
together or if this product is used with other wireless devices. In this
case, change the channel of other wireless devices.
Operation becomes unstable when battery power is low. Refer to
“Installing/Replacing the Batteries” on the reverse of this sheet, and
replace the batteries as soon as possible.
The alkaline batteries supplied with this product are for checking•
product operation. These batteries may discharge and drain during
storing and shipping.
When the remaining battery level gets low, the Connect/Battery lamp•
begins flashing green.
* When not using the product, turn the keyboard off to save battery
power.
Checking the PlayStation®3 system software
version
You must have system software version 3.66 or later to use this product with
PlayStation®3.
Follow the procedure below to check the system software version.
From the XMB™ home
menu, select [Settings],
select [System Settings],
and then select [System
Information].
Check that the system software version is 3.66 or
later.
If the system software version is not 3.66 or later, perform a system
update to update the PlayStation®3 system software to the most
recent version. For details regarding the system update procedure,
refer to the PlayStation®3 manual.
Approx. 10 m
When using PlayStation®3
This product supports PlayStation®3 system software version 3.66. For
details, refer to “Troubleshooting”.
* The following operation example uses System Software ver. 3.66.
From the XMB™ home
menu, select [Settings],
select [Accessory
Settings], and then select
[Manage Bluetooth®
Devices].
The Manage Bluetooth
Devices screen is displayed.
"There ar no Bluetooth®
Devices registered. D o
you want to register a
device?" is displayed.
Select [Yes].
If your Bluetooth device
is already paired with
a PlayStation®3, a list
of registered Bluetooth
devices will appear. Select
[Register a new device].
Select [Register a new
device].
Select [Start Scanning].
The system starts searching
for Bluetooth devices to add.
Press the CONNECT
button.
The Connect/Battery lamp flashes green
during the pairing procedure and turns off
when the procedure is complete (step ).
Select [TK-FBM032
series].
The pass key is displayed on
the screen.
Use this product to
enter the passkey that
displays on the screen.
Enter the passkey using the
keyboard numerical keys, and
press the “Enter” key.
If this product cannot be found or if a message is displayed
indicating that registration has failed and prompts you to
perform the pairing registration operation again, check that
this product is turned on, and perform the following:
If no Bluetooth devices are already registered with the•
PlayStation®3, perform the procedures from step .
If there are any Bluetooth devices which are already regis-•
tered with the PlayStation®3, perform the procedures from
step .
When registration is completed
successfully, [TK-FBM032
series] appears in the list of
registered devices.
Select [English (US
Standard)] in [Settings] >
[Nearby device settings]
> [Keyboard type].
You can now use the keyboard.
CONNECT button
Pairing the Keyboard with a Connected Device
3
When using Mac OS X
When using Mac OS 10.6.x
From the Bluetooth menu,
click [Set up Bluetooth
Device...].
The Bluetooth Setup Assistant is
displayed.
If the Bluetooth menu is not displayed, from the Apple menu,
click [System Preferences]. When the [System Preferences]
window is displayed, click [Bluetooth], and then click
on
the [Bluetooth] window.
Press the CONNECT button.
The Connect/Battery lamp flashes green
during the pairing procedure and turns off
when the procedure is complete (step ).
If a message saying that registration failed is displayed,
check that this product is turned on, and then click
.
Select [TK-FBM032
series], and click
The passkey is displayed on
the screen.
Use this product to
enter the passkey that
displays on the screen.
Enter the passkey using the
keyboard numerical keys, and
press the “Enter” key.
Click .
When registration is completed
successfully, [TK-FBM032
series] appears in the
[Bluetooth] window.
If the keyboard setup
assistant cannot detect the
keyboard, click
and select [ANSI] from the
list of keyboards that is
displayed on the screen.
Then click .
You can now use the keyboard.
CONNECT button
When using Mac OS 10.5.x
From the Bluetooth menu,
click [Set up Bluetooth
Device].
The Bluetooth Setup Assistant is
displayed.
If the Bluetooth menu is not displayed, from the Apple menu,
click [System Preferences]. When the [System Preferences]
window is displayed, click [Bluetooth], and then click
on
the [Bluetooth] window.
Click .
Select [Keyboard], and
click .
The system starts searching
for Bluetooth devices to add.
Press the CONNECT button.
The Connect/Battery lamp flashes green
during the pairing procedure and turns off
when the procedure is complete (step ).
If a message saying that registration failed is displayed,
check that this product is turned on, and then click
.
Select [TK-FBM032
series], and click
The passkey is displayed on
the screen.
Use this product to
enter the passkey that
displays on the screen.
Enter the passkey using the
keyboard numerical keys, and
press the “Enter” key.
Click .
When registration is completed
successfully, [TK-FBM032
series] appears in the
[Bluetooth] window.
If the keyboard setup
assistant cannot detect the
keyboard, click
and select [ANSI] from the
list of keyboards that is
displayed on the screen.
Then click .
You can now use the keyboard.
CONNECT button
Folding Bluetooth®Keyboard
TK-FBM032EBK
User's manual
1st edition, January 10, 2012
ELECOM Co., Ltd
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Co., Ltd. that are incorporating Bluetooth wireless technology into their
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