User’s Guide Creative Desktop Wireless 8000 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction System Requirements ........................................................................................ ii Document Conventions .................................................................................... iii 1 About Creative Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse Creative Wireless Keyboard ................................................................................ 1-1 Creative Wireless Optical Mouse .............................................................
Using Creative Keyboard Software .................................................................... Configuring the hotkeys ................................................................................. Configuring the OnScreen Display (OSD) ................................................. Tips On Using Your Keyboard and Mouse ........................................................ Changing device channels and IDs........................................................................
Introduction
Introduction Creative Desktop Wireless 8000 is a stylish wireless keyboard and mouse combination at a great price. Convenient wireless technology gives you responsive keyboard and mouse performance within 1.8 meters (6 feet) of your computer without cluttering your desktop with cables. The 20 one-touch keys offer faster access to popular Internet, multimedia, and email functions.
Package Contents The following items are included in your package: ❑ Creative Wireless Keyboard (with detachable palm rest) ❑ Creative Wireless Optical Mouse ❑ Creative RF Receiver (USB interface) ❑ 4 x AA batteries ❑ Installation CD ❑ Quick Start leaflet System ❑ Genuine Intel® Pentium® or AMD® Athlon™ 266 MHz processor or higher ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP, Windows 2000, Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows 98 Second Edition (SE) or Windows 98 ❑ 32 MB RAM ❑ 16 MB available hard disk space ❑ DVD-ROM/CD
Document Conventions The following typographical conventions are used throughout this document. Tip. This tells you about short cuts or hints relating to a feature. Note. This highlights additional or important information about a feature. Caution! This highlights proper usage of your product. Follow the directions to prevent the loss of data, or damage to your product or system. Warning! This warns you of possible hazards that may result in bodily harm or life-threatening situations.
1 About Creative Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse
About Creative Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse Creative Wireless Keyboard The appearance of your keyboard may differ depending on model and region of purchase.
Key Function Key Function Search Opens a Search box in the current Web browser Volume Up Increases the volume level My Favorite Launches either Internet Explorer’s Favorites folder, or Netscape Navigator’s Bookmarks folder Mute Turns audio output off/on Back Goes to the previous page in your Web browser E-mail Launches the default e-mail application Forward Goes to the next page in your Web browser World Wide Web Launches the default Web browser Stop Loading Stops loading a Web page Ca
Key Function Key Previous Track Goes to the previous track in a CD/VCD/DVD Volume Down Decreases the volume level Task Switch Wheel Function Switches between applications. Press to see a list of applications currently running. Scroll to an application and press to make it active.
Creative Wireless Optical Mouse The appearance of your mouse may differ depending on model and region of purchase.
Creative RF Receiver The RF receiver, with USB connector and LED indicator, are shown below: LED indicator USB connector Connect button About Creative Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse 1-5
2 Installing Hardware
Installing Hardware Step1: Insert batteries into Creative Wireless Optical Mouse 1. Turn the mouse over and open the battery compartment cover, as shown in Figure 2-1. Figure 2-1: Opening the battery compartment 2. Insert two AA batteries according to the directions in the battery compartment, as shown in Figure 2-2. 3. Close the battery compartment cover and push the catch downwards to lock it.
Step 2: Insert batteries into Creative Wireless Keyboard 1. Turn the keyboard over. 2. Open the battery compartment cover as shown in Figure 2-3. Figure 2-3: Opening the battery compartment 3. Insert two AA batteries according to the directions in the battery compartment, as shown in Figure 2-4. 4. Close the battery compartment cover.
Step 3: Connect the Creative RF Receiver 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Connect the USB connector on the RF receiver to the USB port on your computer as shown in Figure 2-5. Make sure that you have inserted batteries into the mouse and keyboard before Step 3. Figure 2-5: Connecting the RF receiver to the computer 3. Place the RF receiver at least 8 inches (20 cm) from your computer or monitor.
Step 4: Activate the wireless desktop devices • Make sure that the keyboard and mouse are within 1.8 meters (6 feet) of the RF Receiver. • Press the Connect buttons on each of your Desktop Wireless 8000 devices, as shown here, each time you change batteries. 1. Press the Connect button on the RF receiver, as shown in Figure 2-6. 2. Press the Connect button on the mouse. The LED indicator on the RF receiver blinks blue for about 5 seconds. 3.
Step 5: Test the keyboard and mouse Move the mouse cursor or press a key on the keyboard to test that the keyboard and mouse are connected. If nothing happens, repeat Step 4. To improve receiver sensitivity, you can change the default device ID for your keyboard and mouse. See "Problems With Your Creative Wireless Keyboard or Optical Mouse" on page B-2.
3 Installing Software
Installing Software Installing Software Windows 98 and 98 SE users may be prompted by an Add New Hardware Wizard dialog box when Windows detects a USB device. Follow the instructions on the screen. You may need to insert the Windows Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive during installation. Some computers may be supplied without the Windows CD, but have the necessary files stored in c:\windows\ options\cabs (replace c:\ with the drive letter your Windows has been installed on).
4 Using Creative Mouse And Keyboard Software
Using Creative Mouse And Keyboard Software Using Creative Mouse Software With the Creative Mouse software, you can preset the mouse buttons and mouse wheel to perform specific functions, and configure the pointer. Configuring the mouse buttons 1. Double-click the mouse icon on the Windows taskbar. The Mouse Properties box appears. 2. Click the box that corresponds with the mouse button you want to change and select the function you want. Table 1 below describes the functions available. 3.
Configuring the mouse wheel With the mouse, you can control either the scroll speed or the volume, but not both at the same time. Configuring the pointer 1. Double-click the mouse icon on the Windows taskbar. The Mouse Properties box appears. 2. Click the Configure Mouse Wheel tab. 3. To adjust the wheel scroll speed with the mouse wheel, click the Wheel Scroll Speed option, if it is not selected. 4. Click the Lines box to select the number of text lines to skip for each notch of the mouse wheel.
Using Creative Keyboard Software Configuring the hotkeys 1. Double-click the keyboard icon on the Windows taskbar. A user interface showing the shortcut keys on Creative Wireless Keyboard appears. 2. Click the tab of the button you want to configure. You can only configure buttons that have tabs. 3. To change the application assigned to the button, click the Select one Function option, and click the down arrow to select another application. Click the OK button.
Configuring the OnScreen Display (OSD) 4. To select an application that is not listed in the above option, click the Select a Program or URL option. 5. Click the Browse button, locate the application you want, and click the Open button. 6. Click the OK button. With Creative Desktop Wireless 8000, you can • change the default font for the OSD. • enable or disable the OSD. • set a default screen position for the OSD. 1. Right-click the keyboard icon on the Windows taskbar. 2.
Tips On Using Your Keyboard and Mouse The following are a few tips to help you to work effectively with minimal physical discomfort: • When using the keyboard and mouse, keep your forearms, wrists and hands in a relaxed position, with your elbows at your side. • Position the keyboard and mouse nearby so that you do not have to stretch. • Do not strike the keys too hard. Type with a soft touch. • Keep your thighs parallel to the ground, and your feet flat on the ground or on a footrest.
A Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Creative Wireless Optical Mouse Dimensions ❑ 126 mm (L) x 64 mm (W) x 41 mm (H) Weight ❑ 87 g Operating temperature ❑ 0ºc - 40ºc Humidity ❑ 0% - 90% RH Working distance ❑ Up to 1.
Creative Wireless Keyboard Dimensions ❑ 501 mm (L) x 210 mm (W) x 45 mm (H) Weight ❑ 850 g Operating temperature ❑ 0ºc - 40ºc Humidity ❑ 0% - 90% RH Working distance ❑ Up to 1.
Creative RF Receiver Dimensions ❑ 98 mm (L) x 76 mm (W) x 24 mm (H) Weight ❑ 92 g Operating temperature ❑ 0ºc - 40ºc Humidity ❑ 0% - 90% RH Working distance ❑ Up to 1.
B Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you have a technical problem with this product, you may wish to consult our self-help tool “Knowledgebase” for online troubleshooting and solutions. Go to www.creative.com and select your region. Problems Installing Software The installation does not start automatically after the installation CD is inserted. The AutoPlay feature in your Windows system may not be enabled. To start the installation program through the My Computer shortcut menu: 1. 2. 3.
Problems With Your Creative Wireless Keyboard or Optical Mouse The cursor does not move or its movements are erratic on the screen. Do one or more of the following: • Make sure that the batteries have been inserted properly and according to the directions shown in the battery compartment. • Make sure that the batteries are not discharged. • Change the position of the Creative RF receiver. The RF receiver should be at least 8 inches (20 cm) away from the computer or monitor.
The cursor moves erratically and/or some characters appear on the screen when you are not using the mouse or keyboard. There may be some interference from other nearby computers. This may be due to similar radio frequencies being used in some systems. Do the following: • Change the default device channel. a. Press the Connect button on the RF receiver. b. Press the Connect button on the mouse or keyboard. For more information on the radio frequency, refer to "Technical Specifications" on page A-1.