Features

Key tops are 2.5cm square - four times the size of a normal keyboard's key tops Lettering is 1.3cm tall - ten times the size of a normal keyboards lettering Available with coloured, white or black key tops Available with QWERTY or ABC layout All function Keys (F1-F12) are available No run on – one key press produces one letter Assist mode Standard PS/2 Connector USB compatible – adapter available Strong design - steel structure and hard plastic case

Comparison between a BigKeys key top and a standard key top

How do I change the layout of the key tops between QWERTY and ABC?

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No run on

Only one keystroke is sent to the computer for each key depression. This feature prevents multiple characters that might occur inadvertently when holding down a key for long periods.

How can I make BigKeys LX USB compatible?

Use the BigKeys PS2 to USB adapter.

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What is assist mode?

The Assist Mode on BigKeys LX assists users who cannot press two keys simultaneously.

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Are special software or device drivers needed to use a BigKeys keyboard?

No special software or device drivers are needed to use BigKeys. Just plug the BigKeys keyboard into your computer in place of regular keyboard, and you're ready to go.

Can I use both BigKeys and the standard keyboard on my PC?

Yes! With use of the BigKeys YFork keyboard adapter you can attach two keyboards to a PC, and use both.

Click here to buy the BigKeys YFork keyboard adapter

Can I use BigKeys to move the mouse pointer on the screen?

Yes if you download this Keymouse software from RJ Cooper & Associates, which will enable you to use the BigKeys arrow keys to control the cursor:
Keymouse for Windows - bigkeys.exe 570KB - Enables PC Windows users to use the BigKeys arrow keys to control the mouse cursor.
Mac BigKeys utility - bigkeys.hqx 292KB - Enables Mac users to use the BigKeys arrow keys to control the mouse cursor and to use the BigKeys Alt key as the Mac Command key.

How can I get another copy of the instructional insert that came with my BigKeys?

Click here to download the leaflet.

Operating your BigKeys LX (if in Assist Mode)
To obtain the following features press and release the F key, then press and release the additional key.

F1 to F9	F + appropriate number
F10	F+1+0
F11	F + /
F12	F + '
PgUp	F + arrow up
PgDn	F + arrow down
Home	F + arrow left
End	F+ arrow right
Print Screen	F + P
Euro Symbol	F + E
[	F + ;
]	F + ‘
{	F + shift + ;
}	F + shift + ’

Assist Mode
Assist mode holds the F key down until another key is pressed.

To enter assist mode press the CAPS LOCK key three times in a row.

To exit assist mode press the CAPS LOCK key three times in a row.

When in assist mode the F key needs to be pressed twice to send an F to the computer screen.

If you press the F key once and it appears on the computer screen you are not in assist mode. If you need to press the F key twice to send an F to the computer screen you are in assist mode.

Example: To use F7 in assist mode:
Press and release Caps Lock 3 times (to turn assist mode on)
Press and release the F key (thisis held down by assist mode)
Press and release the 7 key
Press and release Caps Lock 3 times (to turn assist mode off)

Assist mode enhances the MS Windows Sticky Keys accessibility option.
For information on MS Windown sticky keys, please cosult your MS Windows user guide.

Example: To use Alt-F4 in assist mode with Windows Sticky Keys:
Turn Windows Sticky Keys on
Press and release Caps Lock 3 times (to turn assist mode on)
Press and release the Alt key (this is held down by Windows Sticky Keys)
Press and release the F Key (this is held down by assist mode)
Press and release the 4 key
Press and release Caps Lock 3 times (to turn assist mode off)
Turn Windows Sticky Keys off

Using BigKeys LX to Control Dolphin Software
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Will the BigKeys work with an iMac?
Yes, using the BigKeys PS2 to USB adapter. You can use the Mac BigKeys utility (bigkeys.hqx 292KB) from RJ Cooper & Associates, which will allow you to use the BigKeys Alt key as the Mac Command key. This software will also allow you to use the BigKeys arrow keys to control the mouse cursor, see below for more information.

How can I make BigKeys LX AT adaptable?
Use an AT adapter. We will provide one for free if you need it. Please ask when ordering.

More information about connectors.

Connection	PC Socket	Cable end	Pins	Size and Width
PS2			Six (6)	Round, pencil sized
AT			Five (5)	Round, thumb sized
USB			Four (4)	Flat rectangular

Characters that are on BigKeys LX but not on BigKeys PLUS - CLICK HERE

Comparison between BigKeys LX and BigKeys PLUS - CLICK HERE

To view technical data and additional features on the BigKeys LX- CLICK HERE