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X-keys USB Programmable Keyboards - Quick Start
Compatibility:
X-keys SE USB devices require X-keys Macro Works Software. Macro Works is compatible with all
Windows Operating Systems which support USB. This includes Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, and
Windows XP.
How to Install X-keys Macro Works Software:
1.
Exit any applications you are running, and insert the Macro Works Installation CD into
your CD-ROM drive.
2.
If autorun doesn't start, double click on the file "MWSetup.exe" on the CD.
3.
Follow the Installation Wizard directions to install the program and load the driver.
4.
Wait for the hour glass to disappear before selecting the option to restart your computer.
5.
When computer reboots, wait for the system to completely load (icons appear on the
desktop).
6.
Launch X-keys Macro Maker.
Should you encounter difficulty installing any of our X-keys products, please contact our technical
support department:
Phone: (517) 655-5523
or
E-mail: [email protected]
How to Operate your X-keys with Macro Works Software:
X-keys Macro Works consist of two separate applications: X-keys Macro Maker and X-keys Macro
Manager. Macro Maker is used to program keys and other controls (Joystick or Jog & Shuttle) on an X-
keys SE device and creates a layout file which is stored on the computer's hard drive . Macro Manager
selects a layout file and assigns it to the appropriate X-keys SE keyboard. Macro Manager supports
multiple X-keys SE keyboards and allows the user to easily change layouts.
X-keys Macro Maker
can be launched by the conventional method of clicking its icon or selecting
the application in the Program Files folder, or by sliding the Programming Switch (upper right corner)
up so that the red dot is visible.
Note:
The programming switch for the X-keys Stick is located on the left side, next to the USB
cable. On the X-keys Foot Pedal, the Programming switch is located inside, under the center
pedal to prevent accidental activation.
1.
Start X-keys Macro Maker and select the Editor from the Device menu.
2.
Select a key or control to program by clicking on it with the mouse.
3.
Choose desired function; Create/Edit macro for keystroke macros, Mouse clicks, Scrolls, Game
Buttons, Layer Shift key, etc.
4.
To create a macro, first enter a brief description in the Comment box. Next click the
Start
button. Begin typing, all keystrokes will be captured. Click
Stop
to end programming (to redo
the macro, click Start again). When finished click
OK
.
5.
Continue steps 2. through 4. until all desired keys are programmed.
6.
Save the "layout" by selecting
Save
or Save As from the File menu.
7.
Select
Assign to Device
from the File menu to set this file as the default "layout" for Macro
Manager.
