Getting Started HEALTH WARNING Use of a keyboard or mouse may be linked to serious injuries or disorders. M Microsoft® Wireless Desktop Sets Getting Started...................................................................................... 1 Mise en route ....................................................................................... 14 Erste Schritte........................................................................................ 28 International Technical Support Numbers (partial list only)........ 41 When using a computer, as with many activities, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. However, if you experience symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensation, or stiffness, DO NOT IGNORE THESE WARNING SIGNS. PROMPTLY SEE A QUALIFIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, even if symptoms occur when you are not working at your computer. Symptoms like these can be associated with painful and sometimes permanently disabling injuries or disorders of the nerves, muscles, tendons, or other parts of the body. These musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis, and other conditions. While researchers are not yet able to answer many questions about MSDs, there is general agreement that many factors may be linked to their occurrence, including: overall health, stress and how one copes with it, medical and physical conditions, and how a person positions and uses his or her body during work and other activities (including use of a keyboard or mouse). The amount of time a person performs an activity may also be a factor. Some guidelines that may help you work more comfortably with your computer and possibly reduce your risk of experiencing an MSD can be found in the "Healthy Computing Guide" installed with this device's software. If this device did not come with software, see the "Healthy Computing Guide" section of the "Getting Started" manual. You can also access the "Healthy Computing Guide" at www.microsoft.com/hardware or (in the United States only) by calling 1 (800) 360-7561 to request a CD at no charge. If you have questions about how your own lifestyle, activities, or medical or physical condition may be related to MSDs, see a qualified health professional. 1 Insert the Batteries The keyboard and mouse each require batteries (AA for keyboard, AAA for mouse), which are included in the package. Whenever you insert batteries, always make sure that each of them is new. Alkaline batteries provide maximum battery life. To insert the batteries 1 Turn the device upside down, and then remove the battery compartment cover. 2 Insert new batteries. Orient the positive (+) and negative (­) ends properly as specified by the battery compartment labels. 0106 Part No. X11-81354-01 1 X118135401mnl.indb 1 1/19/2006 12:12:09 PM 2 Connect the Receiver to Your Computer With your computer turned on, plug the rectangular USB connector into your computer's rectangular USB port. 3 Position the Receiver, Keyboard, and Mouse USB Connector 1 Position the receiver at least 8 inches (20 cm) away from your computer monitor, computer case, and any other items that might cause interference (such as metal filing cabinets, desktop fans, or fluorescent lights). 2 Position the keyboard and mouse no less than 8 inches (20 cm) from the receiver but no more than 6 feet (1.8 m) from the receiver. This distance varies depending on nearby items causing interference and other factors. About the Receiver Light The receiver light indicates the reconnection mode: when you press the receiver button, the light blinks. If the mouse or keyboard is not working properly, try reconnecting the device as described in the following section. 4 Test the Keyboard and Mouse Try using the keyboard and mouse to make sure that they are working. Tip To test the keyboard, press the Windows logo key ( Start menu. ). This opens the Windows If either device does not work as expected, make sure that the following procedures were completed as specified earlier in these instructions: New batteries are inserted and positioned correctly in both the keyboard and the mouse. The keyboard, mouse, and receiver are correctly positioned and there are no nearby items that might cause interference. The receiver is correctly connected to the computer. To reconnect the mouse to the receiver Press the Connect button on the receiver (located on top of the receiver next to the receiver light), and then immediately press the Connect button on the bottom of the mouse. Using the tip of a pen may make it easier to press the button. 2 X118135401mnl.indb 2 1/19/2006 12:12:12 PM To reconnect the keyboard to the receiver Press the Connect button on the receiver, and then immediately press the Connect button on the bottom of the keyboard. To locate the Connect button, turn the keyboard over, and then pull out the keyboard legs. The Connect button is located under one of the keyboard legs. Using the tip of a pen may make it easier to press the button. Note You can reconnect only one device each time you press the receiver button, so repeat as necessary for the other device. Using Your Keyboard The features for your keyboard depend on the model you are using. Adjusting the keyboard legs The keyboard legs are designed to accommodate various body sizes, chairs, and desks. For more information, see the "Healthy Computing Guide" section later in this manual. Pull out or push in the keyboard legs to a position that minimizes bending of your wrists while typing. Using Your Mouse The features for your mouse depend on the model you are using. To use the wheel Using the wheel, you can move around in a scrollable document, similar to clicking the scroll arrows or using the PAGE UP and PAGE DOWN keys. Roll the wheel toward you to move down in a scrollable document and roll the wheel away from you to move up in a scrollable document. To wake the mouse from sleep mode After a period of inactivity, the mouse goes into a sleep mode to prolong battery life. To reactivate the mouse, you must move the scroll wheel or click a button. Merely moving the mouse will not wake it up. Note Scrolling works only in programs that support this feature. To clean the mouse To clean a mouse with an optical sensor, you simply need to clean the area around the sensor. Warning Always remove the batteries before you clean your wireless mouse. Dampen a cotton swab with mild soap and water, and then gently wipe the optical sensor clean, being careful not to scratch the surface of the sensor. Reconnect the mouse to the receiver, as described in step 4. 3 X118135401mnl.indb 3 1/19/2006 12:12:13 PM Important Before boarding any aircraft, remove the batteries from the wireless keyboard and mouse. These devices can transmit radio frequency (RF) energy, much like a cellular telephone, whenever batteries are installed and the keyboard or mouse is activated. For detailed information about U.S. and Canadian radio interference regulations, ask your computer dealer or an experienced radio-TV technician. For more information about interference issues, go to the FCC Web site at: http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/interference.html. Healthy Computing Guide Introduction This guide is designed to help you be more comfortable and productive while using your computer. It may also help you reduce your risk of experiencing painful and disabling injuries or disorders described in the Health Warning earlier in this manual. It only takes a moment to read, but the benefits can be lasting. For information about arranging your workstation and developing habits that may help to reduce your risk of experiencing an MSD, read this "Healthy Computing Guide." Because there are a variety of factors that may contribute to MSDs, this guide cannot provide everything you need to know to prevent an MSD or reduce your risk of experiencing one. For some people, following the suggestions may reduce their risk of experiencing an MSD. For others, it may not. However, many people experience greater comfort and productivity when following these suggestions. Keep in mind that this guide is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified health professional or an employer health policy or program. If you have questions about how your own lifestyle, activities, or medical or physical condition may be related to MSDs, see a qualified health professional. Position Yourself Whether you are working or playing, it is important to avoid awkward postures and position your body comfortably. Not only can this improve your overall productivity, it may help you avoid musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Keep in mind that changing your posture during extended tasks may also help you avoid discomfort and fatigue. When working or playing at the computer, adapt your surroundings and arrange your computing equipment to promote a comfortable and relaxed body posture. Setting up your workstation to avoid discomfort depends on your unique body size and work environment. However, the following suggestions may help to provide you with a more comfortable environment. 4 X118135401mnl.indb 4 1/19/2006 12:12:13 PM To support your back, try the following: Use a chair that supports your lower back (see detail 1 ). Adjust your work surface and chair height to assume a comfortable and natural body posture (see detail 2 ). To promote comfortable leg postures, try the following: Clear away items from beneath your desk to allow comfortable leg positioning and movement. Use a footrest if your feet do not rest comfortably on the floor. To minimize reaching and to promote comfortable shoulder and arm postures, try the following: Place your keyboard and mouse or trackball at the same height; these should be at about elbow level. Your upper arms should fall relaxed at your sides (see detail 3 ). When typing, center your keyboard in front of you with your mouse or trackball located close to it (see detail 4 ). Place frequently used items comfortably within arm's reach (see detail 5 ). To promote proper wrist and finger postures, try the following: Keep your wrists straight while typing and while using a mouse or trackball. Avoid bending your wrists up, down, or to the sides. If your keyboard has legs, extend them if this helps you maintain a comfortable and straight wrist position. Type with your hands and wrists floating above the keyboard, so that you can use your whole arm to reach for distant keys instead of stretching your fingers. 5 X118135401mnl.indb 5 1/19/2006 12:12:15 PM To minimize neck bending and twisting, try the following: Position the top of the screen near eye level (see detail 6 ). Bifocal wearers may need to lower the screen or talk to a qualified health professional about glasses customized for computer work. Center your monitor in front of you. If you refer to your documents more frequently than your monitor, consider placing your documents directly in front of you and the monitor slightly to the side. Consider using a document holder to position your documents near eye level. To minimize eye strain, try the following: Position your monitor about an arm's length away from you when seated comfortably in front of it. Avoid glare by placing your monitor away from light sources that produce glare, or use window blinds to control light levels. Remember to clean your screen. If you wear glasses, clean them also. Adjust your monitor's brightness and contrast. Adjust onscreen font sizes to make viewing more comfortable for you, if your computer program has this feature. Go Lightly Physical forces continuously interact with our bodies. We may think that only highimpact forces, such as car crashes, are likely to injure our bodies. However, low-impact forces may also result in injuries, discomfort, and fatigue if they are repeated or experienced over long periods of time. Some types of low-impact forces include: Dynamic force: A force that you exert through movement, such as pressing the keys while typing or clicking the mouse buttons. Static force: A force that you maintain for a period of time, such as holding your mouse or cradling the phone. Contact force: A force that occurs when you rest on an edge or hard surface, such as resting your wrists on the edge of your desk. 6 X118135401mnl.indb 6 1/19/2006 12:12:15 PM To reduce the effects of low-impact forces on your body, try the following: Type with a light touch, keeping your hands and fingers relaxed, because it takes little effort to activate keyboard keys. Use a light touch when clicking a mouse button or when using a joystick or other gaming controller. Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand and do not grip the mouse tightly. Avoid resting your palms or wrists on any type of surface while typing (see detail 7 ). The palm rest, if provided, shou ...