Type:	Universal, 24-key, fully-programmable
Keys:	12 double key caps over 24 switches
Interface:	PS/2 or USB (1.0, 1.1, 2.0)
Programmable:	Yes
LED:	Blue
Color:	Dark Gray
Dimension:	15.5cm x 9.6cm x 3.5cm (6.1" x 3.75" x 1.5")
Unit Weight:	0.30 kg (0.65 lbs)
Ship Weight:	0.45 kg (1.00 lbs)

OS Requirements

OS Supported:   Programming software requires Windows OS: - Windows 95 / 98 / Me / NT / 2000 / XP / Vista Once programmed, operates on any OS and any PC with USB or PS/2: - Windows / Mac OS / Linux / DOS / etc.

•	Attached cable is 1.8m (6 ft) long
•	Consumes less than 10mA
•	Power drawn from PS/2 or USB port
•	Complies with FCC Class B standards
•	Uses gold plated industrial quality mechanical key switches
•	Total Switch travel is 3.5 mm (0.14")
•	Operating force is 0.686N {79gf}
•	Key life: 50,000,000 cycles
•	Includes redefinition program (MacroMaster683.exe)
•	Software driver not required for operation
•	Temperature range is 0 to 70 C (32 to 158 F)
•	15.5cm x 9.6cm x 3.5cm (6.1" x 3.75" x 1.5")
•	EEPROM is non-volatile, >100 year retention.
•	Will boot PC standalone in either PS/2 or USB mode

User Manual

Manual File(s) File Type ControlPad 683 Quick Start Download Now  PDF Files (300KB) ControlPad 683 Manual (Nov 2008) Download Now   PDF Files (2MB)

Although a keyboard or touch monitor can be used, a programmable electronic keyboard (or bump bar) is recommended for reliability and ease of use. Bump bars are generally very durable and spill resistant with extra large membrane buttons. Amigo Pos will release a custom bump bar in the second quarter of 2009. A keypad/bump bar with 30 or more keys (or 15 keys with a configurable Shift button) is recommended to accommodate new functions as they are released.

Referring to the keypad's programming guide, use the following chart to program the required keystroke combinations:

Programming Example

When configuring a generic programmable keypad, such as the Genovation ControlPad 682, connect the keypad to any PC and install the manufacturer provided programming utility. The MacroMaster programming utility allows the user to easily program a keystroke combination (macro) for each key so that the key can trigger a specific action in the remote display. Since the keypad in this example contains more keys than required by the Remote Display application, keys can be made double height or width for easier access. The Genovation 1x2 Relegendable Key Caps are used to combine 2 keys into a single key and can be used either vertically or horizontally. Frequently accessed functions (F1-F12 ticket selection, Bump, Un-Bump) can be assigned to two keys that are covered by the 1x2 keycap.

*Installing the programming utility on the Remote Display machine is not required. The keypad can be programmed from any Windows PC and will retain the settings when connected to a different machine. Click hereto download the configuration file used in the example below.

Begin by programming the ticket selection shortcuts 1-12. In the example below, the top left key is assigned to ticket #1. Click the F1 button on the screen to add the keystroke to the list that will be sent whenever the key is pressed. Enter a user friendly description and click Save. If you are using key caps for double-sized keys, repeat the process for the adjacent key.

Advanced Configuration

By default, tickets are first selected with a single keystroke, then bumped with a second single keystroke. Some users may wish to program a macro that sends the Select and Bump commands with a single keystroke, but allows the user to select the ticket (without bumping) by pressing Shift followed by pressing the ticket key. Each system presents a unique set of requirements and the keypad can be programmed to minimize the number of keystrokes for the prep staff and achieve maximum efficiency.