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Keyboard LEDs
Shift LEDs
Note: The 64-key Thor VM1 has two Shift keys with an LED beside each key. The 12-key Thor VM1 has a
single Shift key and LED.
The Shift LEDs indicate the state of the keyboard Shift mode. If Shift is enabled the Shift LEDs beside both Shift keys (64-key
only) blink green. When CapsLock is enabled, both Shift LEDs (64-key only) are lit solid green. When Shift and CapsLock are
both off, the LEDs are off.
Press either Shift key to toggle Shift On and Off. press 2nd plus either Shift key to toggle CapsLock On or Off.
Secondary Keys LED
The Thor VM1 keyboard is equipped with several secondary keys. These keys are identified by the superscript text found on
the keyboard keys.
The secondary keys are accessible by using two (2) keystrokes: the 2nd key followed by the superscript key.
Once the 2nd state is enabled (by pressing the 2nd key) the Secondary Mode LED is illuminated and the 2nd state is enabled
until another key is pressed.
The 2nd key is toggled on with a 2nd key press and then immediately off with another 2nd key press.
For example:
Press 2nd and F1 to generate F11.
Ctrl and Alt Key LEDs
Note: Ctrl and Alt keys and the associated LEDs are not present on the 12-key version.
When the modifier keys (Ctrl or Alt) are active, the LED located next to the key is illuminated. The modifier key remains active
until:
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The modifier key is pressed again, or
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A non-modifier key is pressed.
USB Keyboard / Mouse
A standard USB keyboard or mouse can be attached to the Thor VM1 using the appropriate dongle cable.
The dongle cable attaches to the Thor VM1 and provides a USB connector. Please refer to documentation provided with the
USB keyboard or mouse for more information on their operation.
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