X-keys USB GPIO User manual

USB GPIO
Product Manual
Part #XK-1502-UHIO14-R
10 configurable I/O connections
4 inputs via 3.5mm stereo ports
2 dedicated digital outputs
Designed, Sold, and Supported in USA
From P.I Engineering, The No Slogan Company
USA: www.xkeys.com
Box Contents
This package contains:
1- X-keys USB Wire Interface
1- Product Manual
Quick Start for Windows
Out of the box the USB GPIO will have I/O connections 1-10 configured as
outputs. They may be reset to inputs accepting either short-to-ground input or
+3 to 6 VDC input. The configuration is done with our free X-keys HD15GPIO
Setup Utility for Windows, available for download at this address:
xkeys.com/PISupport/SoftwareUtilities.php
Select the desired configuration for I/O 1-10 and click the “Set Configuration”
button to save your settings. Test the inputs and outputs. Selecting an output
will turn it on. Triggering an input will highlight it in green in the utility.
To program keystrokes or other functions on the inputs, we recommend X-
keys Basic Setup, also a free download at this address:
xkeys.com/PISupport/SoftwareUtilities.php
1. Launch X-keys Basic Setup
2. Press any switch connected to the X-keys (or double-click on the port
image) to begin recording a macro.
3. Type keystrokes. Multiple lines of keystrokes, text, shortcuts, and functions
may be entered on a single switch.
4. Press the switch again (or click Save) to complete programming.
5. When finished, close the programming window.
NOTE: Mouse and joystick commands are found in the Functions menu.

Connecting to the HD15 Port
Any HD15 female connector may be used to connect. We offer an DH15 to
screw terminal connector as an optional accessory (part #XK-A-1534-R).
Pinout Wiring
HD15 Connector
Male connector on the X-keys
3.5mm Ports
Port 1 is closest to the HD15
connector on the X-keys
Pin
Function
3.5mm Port
Function
1
I/O 1*
Port 1 Tip (left)
Input 1L**
2
I/O 2*
Port 1 Ring (right)
Input 1R**
3
I/O 3*
Port 1 Sleeve (ground)
Ground
4
I/O 4*
Port 2 Tip (left)
Input 2L**
5
I/O 5*
Port 2 Ring (right)
Input 2R**
6
I/O 6*
Port 2 Sleeve (ground)
Ground
7
I/O 7*
8
I/O 8*
9
No connection
10
Ground
11
I/O 9*
12
I/O 10*
13
Digital Output 1 (5VDC, 10mA max)
14
Digital Output 2 (5VDC, 10mA max)
15
5VDC (from USB connection)
*Inputs configurable as short-to-ground or +3 to 6 VDC.
**Inputs short-to-ground only
All outputs 5VDC, 10mA max
3.5mm Ports
Each of the two 3.5mm ports accepts a 3.5mm plug such as those found on
most Assistive Technology switches. A single switch can be plugged directly
into each port or the port can accept two switches with a 3.5mm left and right
splitter. We sell this adapter on our website (#XK-A-1182-35Y-R). Please be
aware that the splitter must separate the left and right channels to support two
switches independently (headphone splitters will not work).

Support
Should you encounter difficulty with the installation or programming, please
open the Help File in the application or post a question in our support forum.
You may also contact technical support.
USA: [e-mail] | Phone: [phone]
Compatibility
X-keys USB devices are programmed with X-keys Basic Setup for Windows
XP through 10. Developers may also use software development kits for
Windows, Linux and Android to integrate X-keys into their applications.
Additionally, the USB GPIO has a hardware programming feature which allows
a user to emulate keyboard, mouse, joystick, or multimedia messages on any
USB-enabled operating system. For more information about any of these
options, see our web site or contact our Technical Support Department
([e-mail]).
Compatible Accessories
Please visit the Accessories page on our website for details on the following.
X-keys Port Splitter #XK-A-1182-35Y-R
HD15 Female to Screw Terminal Connector #XK-A-1534-R
Wired Foot Pedals (see our website xkeys.com)
Wired Switches (see our website xkeys.com)
X-keys USB Extender t#XK-A-1362-R
FCC Declaration of Conformity
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 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:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CE Declaration of Conformity
We, P.I. Engineering, Inc., declare that the X-keys is in conformance with:
•EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, tested in accordance with EN 55032:2012 and
55024:2010/A1:2015
•Certificate of compliance on file at P.I. Engineering, 101 Innovation Pkwy,
Williamston, MI 48895

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Phone: [phone]
www.xkeys.com
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Phone: [phone]
www.xkeys.com/support.php
USA Shipping Address
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Williamston, MI 48895-1663
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and workmanship under normal use and service, and will meet the specifications presented by
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