Kinesis Freestyle 2 Wired Keyboard For Mac Manual



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The Freestyle2 keyboard has the unique ability to be used as a one-piece, adjustable keyboard connected by the flexible Pivot Tether™, or as two separate keying modules connected only by the linking cable (see below). A PDF copy of the User’s Manual may be found at kinesis.com by clicking the “Support” link. Freestyle2 for Mac The Freestyle2 is an award-winning split keyboard designed to address the ergonomic risk factors related to typing by adjusting to your body. It features a familiar Mac layout, Mac shortcuts and hotkeys, and a 2-port USB Hub.

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One of the most versatile keyboards currently manufactured, the Freestyle2 is an adjustable, separated keyboard offering considerable ergonomic benefits. The Freestyle2 Keyboard is divided into two separate modules connected by either a 9' (the most common) or 20' cable. This separation enables individuals to position the left and right sides of the keyboard shoulder width apart, allowing the shoulders, elbows, arms and wrists to relax in an anatomically neutral position. This greatly improves posture and blood flow in the upper body, prevents undesirable rotation at the shoulders, and eliminates ulnar deviation at the wrist.
The compact symmetrical layout is achieved by removing the numeric keypad found on the right side of most keyboards. This reduces the reach for the mouse for right-handed individuals and optimizes the workspace for everyone. The Freestyle2 Keyboard provides access to numbers along the top row, as well as via an easily toggled numeric layer embedded into the right-hand module. (Please see the Numeric Keypads category for external numeric keypads that are compatible with the Freestyle2 Keyboard.)
The Freestyle2 Keyboard features low-force, tactile membrane keyswitches. At only 45 grams, this is at least 25% less force than most traditional and even many other ergonomic keyboards. Rated at 10 million actuations, the keyswitches on the Freestyle2 will provide years of quiet, comfortable typing.
Note: The Freestyle2 Keyboard comes with a component that secures the two modules together at a pivot point. Although this Pivot Tether is intended primarily to secure the two modules during transport, it can be used, to create a splayed (i.e. joined at the centre top) keyboard. However, this configuration will significantly limit the ergonomic benefits.
Both US English and French Canadian Dual-Legended (i.e. bilingual) models are available.
The Freestyle2 Keyboard can be further customized with one or more of the Optional Accessory Kits described below (sold separately). With the addition of the appropriate Accessory Kit, this already highly configurable keyboard can be customized to provide even more ergonomic benefits.

Optional Accessory Kits

Palm Support Accessory Kit: Palm Supports can be attached to the keyboard to provide support and to prevent wrist extension. The Palm Support Accessory includes Lycra-padded Palm Pads that provide a soft surface for the Palm Supports and help to prevent pinch points on the underside of the palms. Note: Palm Supports will not fit on the V3 Accessory. If the combination of tenting and palm supports is desired the VIP3 Accessory (below) should be purchased.
V3 Accessory Kit: The V3 Accessory allows the keyboard to be tented to 5°, 10°, and 15° to help reduce pronation. The V3 Accessory does not include Palm Supports. (This accessory is worth considering if tenting is required, but the keyboard location is a tray with built-in palm supports.)
VIP3 Accessory Kit: The popular VIP3 Accessory allows the keyboard to be tented at 5°, 10°, and 15° to help reduce pronation. The VIP3 Accessory includes Palm Supports that move as the keyboard is tented, helping to reduce wrist extension by offering full support at all angles. If desired the tenting mechanisms can also be detached at any time with the palm supports being retained for a more traditional keyboard position.
Ascent Accessory Kit: The more specialized Ascent Accessory independently tents the left and right modules of the keyboard in 10° increments, from 20° to a full 90°. The Ascent Accessory can be used with the Palm Supports at angles up to 40°. The 20' linking cable is generally advised when using the Ascent Accessory, as the longer cable facilitates better ergonomic positioning and allows greater flexibility. A linking plate, included with the Ascent Accessory, can be attached if desired to increase the stability of the two modules.

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Palm Pads Accessory Kit: Includes one pair of replacement Palm Pads for the Freestyle2 keyboard which are also compatible with its predecessor, the Freestyle Solo. The Palm Pads are custom-fitted and attach directly to the Palm Support Accessory. The pads are approximately 0.25' thick and made of closed cell foam with a gel-like feel, and are covered with a smooth Lycra fabric. The pads can be removed easily when they need to be replaced. One pair of Palm Pads is included with the purchase of either the Palm Support Accessory Kit or the VIP3 Accessory Kit.

Kinesis offers one of the most versatile keyboards currently manufactured in a model specifically designed for the Mac. The Freestyle2 for Mac is an adjustable, separated keyboard offering considerable ergonomic benefits. The Freestyle2 is divided into two separate modules connected by either a 9' (the most common) or 20' cable. This separation enables individuals to position the left and right sides of the keyboard shoulder width apart, allowing the shoulders, elbows, arms and wrists to relax in an anatomically neutral position. This greatly improves posture and blood flow in the upper body, prevents undesirable rotation at the shoulders, and eliminates ulnar deviation at the wrist.
The compact symmetrical layout is achieved by removing the numeric keypad found on the right side of most keyboards. This reduces the reach for the mouse for right-handed individuals and optimizes the workspace for everyone. The Freestyle2 Keyboard provides access to numbers along the top row or if needed an external numeric keypad can be added.(Please see the Numeric Keypads category for external numeric keypads that are compatible with the Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac.)
The Freestyle2 Keyboard features low-force, tactile membrane keyswitches. At only 45 grams, this is at least 25% less force than most traditional and even many other ergonomic keyboards. Rated at 10 million actuations, the keyswitches on the Freestyle2 will provide years of quiet, comfortable typing. As an added convenience for Mac users, the Mac version of the Freestyle2 is equipped with a dual USB hub to expand connection options for low-power peripherals such as mice, flash drives, or an external numeric keypad.
Note: The Freestyle2 Keyboard comes with a component that secures the two modules together at a pivot point. Although this Pivot Tether is intended primarily to secure the two modules during transport, it can be used, to create a splayed (i.e. joined at the centre top) keyboard. However, this configuration will significantly limit the ergonomic benefits.
The Freestyle2 Keyboard for Mac can be further customized with one or more of the Optional Accessory Kits described below (sold separately). With the addition of the appropriate Accessory Kit, this already highly configurable keyboard can be customized to provide even more ergonomic benefits.

Optional Accessory Kits

Palm Support Accessory Kit: Palm Supports can be attached to the keyboard to provide support and to prevent wrist extension. The Palm Support Accessory includes Lycra-padded Palm Pads that provide a soft surface for the Palm Supports and help to prevent pinch points on the underside of the palms. Note:

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Palm Supports will not fit on the V3 Accessory. If the combination of tenting and palm supports is desired the VIP3 Accessory (below) should be purchased.

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V3 Accessory Kit: The V3 Accessory allows the keyboard to be tented to 5°, 10°, and 15° to help reduce pronation. The V3 Accessory does not include Palm Supports. (This accessory is worth considering if tenting is required, but the keyboard location is a tray with built-in palm supports.)
VIP3 Accessory Kit: The popular VIP3 Accessory allows the keyboard to be tented at 5°, 10°, and 15° to help reduce pronation. The VIP3 Accessory includes Palm Supports that move as the keyboard is tented, helping to reduce wrist extension by offering full support at all angles. If desired the tenting mechanisms can also be detached at any time with the palm supports being retained for a more traditional keyboard position.
Ascent Accessory Kit: The more specialized Ascent Accessory independently tents the left and right modules of the keyboard in 10° increments, from 20° to a full 90°. The Ascent Accessory can be used with the Palm Supports at angles up to 40°. The 20' linking cable is generally advised when using the Ascent Accessory, as the longer cable facilitates better ergonomic positioning and allows greater flexibility. A linking plate, included with the Ascent Accessory, can be attached if desired to increase the stability of the two modules.
Palm Pads Accessory Kit: Includes one pair of replacement Palm Pads for the Freestyle2 keyboard which are also compatible with its predecessor, the Freestyle Solo. The Palm Pads are custom-fitted and attach directly to the Palm Support Accessory. The pads are approximately 0.25' thick and made of closed cell foam with a gel-like feel, and are covered with a smooth Lycra fabric. The pads can be removed easily when they need to be replaced. One pair of Palm Pads is included with the purchase of either the Palm Support Accessory Kit or the VIP3 Accessory Kit.