User Manual
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Name Information
Product Name
Microsoft
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Surface Dial
Accessory Name
Microsoft Surface Dial
Product Dimensions
Accessory Diameter
59 millimeters
Accessory Height
30 millimeters
Base Diameter
54 millimeters
Base Height
4 05 millimeters
Accessory Weight
145 grams with 2 AAA Alkaline batteries
Compatibility and Localization
Interface
Bluetooth® Low Energy compatible 4.0
Operating Systems
Windows 10 Anniversary Update
Compatibility Logos
Windows 10
Wireless Technology
Wireless Platform
Bluetooth
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Low Energy
Wireless Frequency
2.4 GHz
Range
2 meters
Capacitive
Touchscreen detectable with Microsoft® Surface Studio
Product Feature Performance
Bluetooth Low Energy
BLE technology to communicate with the host utilizing the Nordic NRF52832 chip for both “on-screen” and “off-screen”.
Haptics Feedback
Haptics to provide a perception of precision while facilitating muscle memory.
LED Indication
White LED for pairing.
Optical Encoder
Dial rotation encoder to measure dial rotation with configurable resolution.
Knob Press / Rotation
Precision menu select and control with premium feel.
Seamless Battery Door
Seamless access of battery door.
Over-the-Air Firmware Update
OTA FW update over Bluetooth.
Bluetooth Pre-pairing
Enhanced Out of Box Experience with Dial pre-paired.
Foot Material
Provides “on-screen” stability at 20 degrees – under its own weight.
Surface App (on host device)
Volume control, scroll, zoom, brightness.
Press and hold
For menu
Rotate
Freely/continuously (both directions); 0.30 N-cm resistance torque
Click
Activates a momentary switch with 300g force; Rotate detection functional in up and down button positions
Dynamic Feedback
Provides tactile feedback in software adjustable increments
On-screen Detection
Touch digitizer reports the on-screen location through a capacitive pattern with Microsoft® Surface Studio
Exterior Casing
Aluminum
Color
Magnesium
Power Requirements
Battery Type and Quantity
2 AAA Alkaline batteries (included)
Battery Life
12 months typical (4-hour daily use)
Certification Information
Country of Manufacture
People’s Republic of China (PRC)
ISO 9001 Qualified Manufacturer
Yes
ISO 14001 Qualified Manufacturer
Yes
Restriction on Hazardous Substances
This device complies with all applicable worldwide regulations and restrictions including, but not limited to: EU directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the
Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment and EU Registration Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals (REACH)
regulation regarding Substances of Very High Concern.
FCC ID
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada ICES-003. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Tested
to comply with FCC standards. For home and office use. Model number 1756, TBD
FCC ID: C3K1756. IC ID: 3048A-1756,
Agency and Regulatory Marks
• IC ID, Certificate of Acceptance (Canada)
• CE Mark under R&TTE, EMC and Low Voltage Directives (European Union).
• WEEE (European Union)
• FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization (USA)
• FCC Class B Declaration of Conformity (USA)
• UL and cUL Certificate (USA and Canada)
• CB Scheme Certificate (International)
• TELEC and VCCI Certificate (Japan – by 12/31/16)
• ACMA Declaration of Conformity (Australia and New Zealand – by 11/16/16)
• CMIIT Certificate (China – by 12/21/16)
• KCC Certificate (Korea – by 12/31/16)
• SIRIM Certificate (Malaysia – by 12/31/16)
• IDA Certificate (Singapore – by 11/16/16)
• NCC Certificates (Taiwan – by 12/21/16)
• NTC SDoC Certificate (Thailand – by 12/31/16)
• TRA Certificate (United Arab Emirates – by 12/21/16)
• ictQATAR Certificate (Qatar – by 12/21/16
Warranty
1 year