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open the

Start

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Summary of Contents for KeyMander

Page 1: ...Controller Emulator for use with Game Consoles User Manual www IOGEAR com ...

Page 2: ...adio 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 Inc...

Page 3: ...ss for any particular purpose Any of the manufacturer s software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not the manufacturer its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software The manufactur...

Page 4: ...l thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit and or any of the devices connected to it Features may have been added to the KeyMander since this manual was published Please visit our website to download the most up to date version Copyright 2014 IOGEAR F W Version V1 0 098 S W Version V1 0 098 Manual Date 10 03 2014 Manual Edited by P...

Page 5: ... Features 2 Requirements 3 Game Console Controller 3 Keyboard and Mouse 3 Operating Systems 3 Components 4 Front View 4 Rear View 5 2 Setup Getting Started 6 Connecting Hardware 6 Laptop Setup 8 Mouse Settings 9 DPI 9 Report Rate 9 3 Basic Operation Overview 10 Basic Operation 10 Mouse Map 10 Keyboard Map 11 Function Keys 12 Direct Configuration 14 Beeps 14 Direct Mapping Mode 15 Mouse Sensitivity...

Page 6: ...mizing Controls 30 Top 31 Profile 31 Mouse Movements 32 Turn Assist 33 Calibration 33 Mouse Ballistics Editor 34 Curve 35 Adjusting the Curve 36 Bottom 39 Mapping 39 Mapping a controller button to the keyboard 40 Setting Turbo 41 Creating Macros 43 Firmware and Software Update 45 Appendix Safety Instructions 46 General 46 Technical Support 48 International 48 North America 48 Specifications 49 Lim...

Page 7: ...ented and its front and back panel components are described Chapter 2 Setup describes how to set up your KeyMander The necessary steps for configuring the mouse settings and hardware setup are provided Chapter 3 Basic Operation describes how to use the keyboard mouse and PS Xbox game controller with your KeyMander device Chapter 4 KeyMander Software explains the how to use the KeyMander software a...

Page 8: ... 1 Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps Indicates selecting the option on a menu or dialog box for example that comes next For example Start Run means to open the Start menu and then select Run Product Information For information about all IOGEAR products and how they can help you connect without limits visit IOGEAR on the Web or contact an IOGEAR Authorized Reseller Visit IOG...

Page 9: ...t controller sensitivity and switches profiles directly from the keyboard and alerts you with a beep With the KeyMander you can create an unlimited number of keyboard and mouse configuration profiles each suited for specific game play Profiles can be switched and configured during game play for quick access The KeyMander gives gamers the ability to customize and fine tune all controls for the expe...

Page 10: ... sequence control of a Controller s controller buttons o Macros can combine up to 16 controller commands into a single key Supports direct configuration and control from a laptop s keyboard Hot Swap between the PS Xbox controller and keyboard mouse instantly Controller and Keyboard mode allow you to instantly switch between typing and gameplay Self Powered No need to use an additional power supply...

Page 11: ...perating Systems Supported operating systems for the KeyMander software GUI are shown in the table below OS Version Windows Vista 7 8 8 1 PS4 Requires Micro USB wired controller PS3 Compatible with wired and wireless controller Xbox 360 Requires wired controller Xbox One Requires Micro USB wired controller ...

Page 12: ...his port 4 Turbo KB Mode LED Lights Orange when Turbo Mode is on Flashes Orange when Keyboard Mode is on 5 Setting LED Lights Blue to indicate the KeyMander software is connected to the KeyMander Flashes fast Blue when uploading a profile from a computer to the KeyMander Flashes slow Blue when Direct Mapping mode is on 6 Power LED Lights Blue when the Game Port or Power Port is connected to a powe...

Page 13: ...onnected to a game console 3 PC Port Use the PC port to connect the KeyMander to a computer This connection is used to configure the KeyMander with the KeyMander software or connecting a laptop for game play Note The PC Port does not power the unit 4 Power Port This port provides power to the unit You must use this port for power when connected to a computer or if you are using an advanced keyboar...

Page 14: ...Connect a USB keyboard to the Keyboard Port 3 Connect a USB mouse to the Mouse Port 4 Use the Mini USB to USB cable included with this package to connect the Game Port to the PS Xbox s controller port 5 Power on the PS Xbox console The unit is ready for use Steps 6 8 are to connect the KeyMander to a computer to use the KeyMander software and for advanced keyboards that require additional power 6 ...

Page 15: ...Chapter 2 Setup 7 1 3 2 4 6 5 ...

Page 16: ...teps below to connect a laptop 1 3 2 1 Connect a PS Xbox controller to the Gamepad Port 2 Use the Mini USB to USB cable included with this package to connect the PC Port to a laptop 3 Use the Mini USB to USB cable included with this package to connect the Game Port to the PS Xbox s controller port 4 Power on all devices 5 Press F12 to enable Play Mode See Play Mode page 18 Note You can use the lap...

Page 17: ...requests the current position and button values of the mouse Use the software utility that came with your mouse to set the report rate to its highest setting The report rate is typically125 1000 You can start with the highest setting and adjust accordingly to what feels best when using your mouse on the PS Xbox game console with the KeyMander Note For optimal mouse performance please follow steps ...

Page 18: ...oard and mouse on the PS Xbox game console Once the hardware is connected the keyboard mouse and game controller will work on the PS Xbox Here is how the game controller is mapped to your mouse and keyboard for use Mouse Map The mouse is used for vertical up down and horizontal right left movements just like the PS Xbox Right Stick control as shown below Xbox Right Mouse click Left Mouse click LT ...

Page 19: ...Chapter 3 Basic Operation 11 Keyboard Map The PS Xbox controller buttons and directional pads are mapped to the keyboard as shown below Xbox PS3 PS4 ...

Page 20: ... PS Profile F2 Default Xbox Profile 17 F9 Keyboard Controller Mode Toggles between Keyboard and Controller Mode Keyboard Mode Allows you to type text during gameplay Controller Mode Allows you to use the keyboard as a game controller on the PS Xbox 17 F10 Turbo Mode Turns Turbo Mode on and off When Turbo mode is on controller buttons with Turbo settings work See Turbo page 41 for details on Turbo ...

Page 21: ...allows you to adjust the Aim Look and ADS sensitivity of the mouse 16 Share Options PS Button PS4 Controller or Select Start PS Button PS3 Controller or Back Start Xbox Guide Button Xbox Controller or View Menu Xbox Button Xbox One Controller Direct Mapping Mode Direct Mapping allows you to set controller button to keyboard mappings directly from the PS Xbox game controller and keyboard connected ...

Page 22: ...ch control is explained in detail starting on the next page Beeps The KeyMander will notify you with beeps when you make changes from your keyboard and PS Xbox game controller This lets you know when settings are changed or when functions are turned on and off Single Beep is a positive reply meaning that a change is successful or that a mode has been turned on Double Beep is a negative reply meani...

Page 23: ...er connected to the KeyMander press Share Options PS4 Select Start PS3 Back Start Xbox or View Menu Xbox One at the same time 2 Press the PS Xbox Guide or Xbox Button 3 Press a PS Xbox controller button 4 Press a key on the keyboard to map the controller button to 5 Single Beep Direct Mapping successful Repeat steps 3 4 to continue mapping buttons 6 Press Share Options PS4 Select Start PS3 Back St...

Page 24: ...nu Xbox One at the same time 2 To adjust Aim Look sensitivity use the Direction Up more sensitive or Direction Down less sensitive buttons on the PS Xbox controller One press equates to one level of sensitivity 3 To adjust ADS sensitivity use the Direction Left more sensitive or Direction Right less sensitive buttons on the PS Xbox controller One press equates to one level of sensitivity 4 Press S...

Page 25: ...d F1 Default PS Controller Profile F2 Default Xbox Controller Profile Keyboard Controller Mode Use F9 to switch between Keyboard Mode and Controller Mode Keyboard Mode allows you to use the keyboard to type during gameplay for chatting or typing information that requires text Controller Mode is for normal gameplay with the keyboard Pressing F9 switches modes Single Beep Controller Mode ON Double B...

Page 26: ... to turn Play Mode ON or OFF Play Mode allows you to use a laptop for gameplay For instructions on using a laptop for gameplay see Laptop Setup page 8 Play Mode on Keyboard use on the laptop is locked out and the keyboard signals are sent to the game console The default is Play Mode off Pressing F12 switches modes Single Beep Play Mode ON Double Beep Play Mode OFF Note With Play Mode on you can us...

Page 27: ...g the KeyMander Software Software Overview Profiles and Groups Customizing Controls Downloading Software To download the KeyMander software do the following 1 Go to www IOGEAR com software GE1337P 2 Select the KeyMander software link to begin the download 3 Once the download is completed unzip the file to your hard drive 4 Drag the application icon to the desktop or to a desired file folder 5 Laun...

Page 28: ...the KeyMander to the KeyMander Software 1 Connect the KeyMander to the computer and open the KeyMander software 2 Connected should appear at the top right corner If Disconnected appears see steps 6 7 of Connecting Hardware page 6 3 Click Connect and the main page appears ...

Page 29: ...ted Group in Use is the active Group of profiles on the KeyMander 2 Profile A Profile is a unique keyboard and mouse configuration All Profiles are saved in a Group Click New under the Profile menu to create a Profile 3 Upload Button This button uploads a Group to the Group in Use Group in Use Profiles are active for use When you Upload a Group it over writes the current Group in Use You can Edit ...

Page 30: ...uration data as a conf file About Displays Software Version Firmware Version and Copyright of the KeyMander 4 Play Mode F12 When using a laptop click Play Mode to send all keyboard signals to the PS Xbox for game play In Play Mode the keyboard won t work on the laptop Click Play Mode F12 or press F12 to exit Play Mode See Play Mode page 18 for details 5 Group Menu The Group Menu allows you to New ...

Page 31: ...our keyboard mouse settings The Profile is saved in a Group 2 Upload the Group to the Group in Use 3 Select a Profile to use from the Group in Use 4 Use the keyboard and mouse settings with your PS Xbox game console Detailed instructions for profiles groups and uploading are found on the pages that follow ...

Page 32: ...Each Profile has custom settings for your keyboard and mouse A Group of profiles is uploaded to the Group in Use one at a time Group in Use profiles can be selected for use during gameplay The following sections explain how to create Groups and Profiles how to upload a Group to the Group in Use and how to select a Profile for use To configure the keyboard and mouse settings see Customizing Control...

Page 33: ...ofiles Groups are named Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 etc by default You can create up to 31 groups To create a Group 1 Click New under the Group menu as shown here 2 A new Group appears on the left as shown above Note Select a Group and click Copy to create a duplicate of any Group ...

Page 34: ...ion that is saved in a Group To create a Profile for your keyboard mouse settings 1 Select a Group for the Profile 2 Click New or double click an empty slot as shown above 3 The New Profile screen appears Choose the default Icon or you can Add an Icon bmp jpeg gif png to use for the profile ...

Page 35: ...4 or Xbox One 360 to select the game platform 5 The KeyMander Editor appears allowing you to configure the keyboard and mouse settings Note Information about this screen is found on page 30 6 Click X to close and save The Profile is added to the Group ...

Page 36: ...a Profile to use for your keyboard and mouse settings Group in Use is the active Group of Profiles you can select from To Upload a Group and select a Profile 1 Select a Group and click Upload 2 Click YES to over write the Group in Use Note You can save the Group in Use first by selecting Group in Use and clicking Copy ...

Page 37: ...s the Startup Profile for the Group 4 Click to select a Profile to use An Orange box around a Profile means it s selected for use 5 After a Group has been successfully uploaded a time stamp will appear under the Upload button as shown above A Star denotes the most recent group that has been uploaded to the KeyMander ...

Page 38: ... get to the KeyMander Editor screen create a new Profile or double click a Profile from the main screen The instructions are split into the Movement and Mapping Sections of the KeyMander Editor as shown below The Movement section is for profile and mouse settings The Mapping section is for controller to keyboard mouse mappings turbo settings and macro setup ...

Page 39: ...the options New Profile Creates a new Profile Save Profile Saves changes made to this Profile Save As Another Profile Saves changes when a new Profile name is typed in the Name box System Setting Keyboard Mapping Select the keyboard type you re using Default US 104 Key Menu Language Select the language you would like to use for the software interface Beeper Select On to sound a beep when a change ...

Page 40: ...your character walks around during game play The Aim Look sensitivity bar sets how quick or slow mouse movements respond The higher the number the more loose the movements will feel and the lower the number the more tight the movements will feel The X bar adjusts the sensitivity of left and right movements while the Y bar adjusts sensitivity of up and down movements To set X and Y at an even ratio...

Page 41: ...llows you to customize the analog control stick deadzone area around the control stick which is not sensitive to slight movements for improved steadiness while aiming Function Description Shape You can choose a circular deadzone square deadzone or have the Keymander automatically adjust for you Deadzone Adjustment The X axis slide bar adjusts the horizontal size of the deadzone and the Y axis slid...

Page 42: ...d in such as when you are looking through a scope Curve The Curves are used to fine tune how on screen movements will respond to actual physical mouse movements The default is a 1 1 ratio Adjustments can limit movements stretch movements and increase or decrease relative movements Diagonal Acceleration When using a circular deadzone settings standard diagonal movements will be slower The Diagonal ...

Page 43: ...rom left to right and Aim Velocity bottom to top A perfect diagonal line means the mouse and on screen speeds match As you adjust the curve up and down the relationship between physical mouse speed and on screen speed changes Two sections represent different movements A Close Aiming Movement B Turning Long Movement Pulling the Curve up makes the on screen movements faster pulling the Curve down re...

Page 44: ...eceleration tune high low speeds with limits and boost velocity Use the graph points to adjust the curve to suit your needs Use the examples below to understand how changes to Aiming A and Turning B movements affect game play Low Aim Speed A High Turn Speed B Increase Thrust of Aiming A Prevent High Turn Speed B ...

Page 45: ...37 Chapter 4 KeyMander Software Normal Aim Speed A Increasing High Turn Speed B Normal Aim Speed A Prevent High Turn Speed B ...

Page 46: ...38 KeyMander User Manual Decrease Aim Speed A Normal Turn Speed B ...

Page 47: ...troller button can be mapped to a keyboard mouse or joystick Each controller button has a box Green displays the controller button White displays the key mapping and Light Blue K M or J displays the device it s mapped to Keyboard Mouse or Joystick Quick Map Click a button s box press a key on the keyboard and click OK to map that controller button to a key on your keyboard Mapping instructions are...

Page 48: ...can also use the Button Mapping drop down menu to select other devices and buttons to map to Note After making edits to a profile you must save the profile exit the KeyMander editor and click Upload next to Group in Use in order to apply the changes during gameplay After upload KeyMander will automatically reset to the startup profile Please switch the profile to the one you adjusted after uploadi...

Page 49: ...t the level 1 3 of rapid fire intensity Turbo Mode F10 must be on for turbo buttons to work see Turbo Mode page 17 Setting Turbo 1 Click a controller button s box then click Turbo 2 Set the level 1 3 of rapid fire you want to use Clicking Turbo enables disables turbo for the controller button You can only slide the bar when turbo is enabled 3 Click OK to save ...

Page 50: ... the Macro Command box Macro Command This is where your macro commands appear when you click the controller image enter up to 16 commands Combo A B Use this button to combine two or more controller buttons that are pressed at the same time Backspace If you make a mistake use this button to delete the previous command Note Combos are not considered a single command Macro Key The Macro Key is a key ...

Page 51: ... run a command Use the button to select a key for editing Note The key must be changed in the Macro Key box Delete Select a radio button and click Delete to remove the macro Creating Macros 1 Click the Macro button 2 Click the controller image to add buttons to the macro They appear in the Macro Command box 3 To create a combo click Combo A B between the controller buttons you want to combine ...

Page 52: ...e added in any order with a maximum of 16 commands 5 From the Macro Key drop down menu select Keyboard Mouse or Joystick 6 Press a key or select a button from second Macro Key box to use to execute the macro command 7 Click Save The macro appears in the Command list ...

Page 53: ...the upgrade process When the firmware upgrade is complete click Finish and the utility will close Software Update To update the software on your KeyMander please follow the steps below 1 Connect your KeyMander to your computer 2 In the KeyMander software home page click Menu and go to Export All a Choose a location where you want to save the conf file this file contains all your saved profiles and...

Page 54: ...fa rug etc as this will block its ventilation openings Likewise the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided Never spill liquid of any kind on the device Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label To prevent damage to your inst...

Page 55: ...e mini USB cable has become damaged or frayed o Liquid has been spilled into the device o The device has been exposed to rain or water o The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged o The device exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service o The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Only adjust those controls that ar...

Page 56: ...shooting Documentation Software Updates http iogear custhelp com When you contact us please have the following information ready beforehand Product model number serial number and date of purchase Your computer configuration including operating system revision level expansion cards and software Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred The sequence of operations that led up to the...

Page 57: ... Type A Female black KB Power 1 x Mini USB Type A Female black Switches Reset 1 x Semi recessed Push Button LEDs Turbo KB Mode 1 Blue Setting 1 Blue Power 1 Blue Emulation Keyboard USB Emulation Mouse USB Emulation Controller USB Bypass Power Consumption 5v W Environment Operating Temp 0 50 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Non condensing Physical Properties Housing Metal Weight 0 40lbs Dime...

Page 58: ...ect vendor makes no warranty or representation expressed implied or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation and especially disclaims its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions...

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