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Ascent

™

Multi-tent

™

Accessory Kit

for Kinesis

Freestyle

™

and Freestyle2

™

Convertible keyboards

Model AC740-blk (keyboard sold separately)

... Providing a full range of adjustable separation and tenting from 20 to 90 degrees

Introduction

The Freestyle Ascent accessory kit provides two multi-

angle tenting* modules which attach to the underside of

the keying modules of both the original Freestyle and the

new Freestyle2 keyboard. It also includes a linking plate

which may be used to connect the two keying modules if

desired.

Tenting angles may be independently set for each keying

module in the range of 20 to 90 degrees, in 10 degree

increments (Figures 1 & 2). Left/right separation is

limited only by the length of the keyboard’s linking

cable. For details see http://www.kinesis-ergo.com/

freestyle-ascent-features.htm.

The standard linking cable (8” for Freestyle, 9” for

Freestyle2) provides sufficient separation for most users,

but the optional 20” linking

cable keyboard model is

recommended for greater

flexibility. Keyboards with

the standard linking cable

may be upgraded by

purchasing an upgrade kit

(see back page) or by sending

the keyboard to Kinesis for

this purpose (contact Kinesis

Technical Support first).

*Tenting is the elevation of the center portion of your

split keyboard. By raising your thumbs, your

forearm muscles become relaxed, resulting in

significantly improved comfort and blood flow.

Contents of kit

The Freestyle Ascent Accessory Kit (Figure 3)

includes a pair of multi-angle tenting assemblies

which screw securely to the underside of each

keying module, plus 8 mounting screws (6-32

thread), not shown.

Also included is a sturdy linking plate with easily-

tightened thumb nuts for attaching the two tenting

assemblies together at a fixed separation distance.

Fig 3. Contents of kit

Fig 2. Freestyle2 with Ascent accessory at 20 degree tenting, can separate up to 9”

with standard linking cable

Fig 1. Freestyle2 with Ascent accessory in vertical (90 degree)

configuration (standard 9” linking cable)

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Ascent Multi-tent Accessory Kit ™ ™ for Kinesis® Freestyle™ and Freestyle2™ Convertible keyboards Model AC740-blk (keyboard sold separately) ... Providing a full range of adjustable separation and tenting from 20 to 90 degrees Introduction Fig 1.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Removing Pivot Tether The pivot tether which comes installed on the Freestyle keyboard must be completely removed before attempting to install the Ascent accessories. To remove the Pivot Tether (Figure 4), slide one or both release buttons (Figure 5) away from the inside edge(s) of the keying module. Fig 4. Pivot tether (Freestyle 2) Fig 5.
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Adjusting tenting in the low range (20, 30, 40, or 50 degrees) For low-range tenting, the slider must be fully extended towards the middle space between the keying modules (Figure 9). Note: to move the slider, slightly lower the keying module below 90 degrees (Figure 10). Fig 9. Left side tenting & keying modules Fig 10. Left side tenting & keying modules Adjust the tenting angle of each keying module separately.
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Using optional palm supports with your Freestyle Ascent Accessory Palm rests may be purchased separately from your Fig 13. Optional palm rests may be used at lower tenting angles dealer or directly from Kinesis. They provide the most benefit at lower tenting angles. Palm supports insert into slots on the near edges of the keying modules (Figure 13).