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ClassicMouse
User Manual
F8E201
P73096 F8E201-BLK
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 1 1. Introduction ABOUT YOUR MOUSE 1.1 An Introduction to Your New Belkin ClassicMouse The Belkin ClassicMouse is a high-resolution three-button mouse ® designed for today’s active PC user. It works with Microsoft systems for optimum compatibility, and its sleek design helps reduce stress and undue hand and wrist fatigue. It features dynamic resolution, low-friction rollers and three separate function micro-switch buttons for years of productive u
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 2 1. Introduction (continued) 1.2 Connecting Your Mouse Your mouse connects to either a PS/2 (or 6 pin MiniDIN) mouse port or a 9 pin serial port. To verify your connectors, locate the port on the back of your computer that is designated for your mouse. Most PCs will have the word MOUSE marked next to the PS/2 connector. Older PCs will have either Serial 1 (and up) or COM 1 (and up) for the serial connector. If you are still unsure, please refer to
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 3 2. Software Installation A STEP BY STEP GUIDE ® ® 2.1 Windows 3.1 and Windows 3.11 a. Insert the ClassicMouse diskette in the A: or B: drive. b. From the “Program Manager”, click on “File”, then click on “Run”. c. Type “A:setup” or “B:setup” and then click on “OK”. d. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of the ClassicMouse. e. To make the process run smoothly: 1. Click “Next” twice. 2. Type your name and the company’s
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 4 2. Software Installation (continued) ® ® ® 2.2 Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 ™ a. Insert the ClassicMouse diskette in the A: or B: drive. b. Click on "Start" in the lower left corner of your screen, then click on "Run". c. Type "A:setup" (or "B:setup") and then click on "OK". d. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of ™ the ClassicMouse . e. To make the process run smoothly: 1. Click on “Next” twice. 2. Type
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 5 3. Troubleshooting Q: When installing the software, which driver should I choose? The PS/2, Serial Mouse on COM1, or Serial Mouse on COM2? A: If you are using a PS/2 mouse (refer to section 1.2), then the driver must state that it is using a PS/2 driver. If you are using a Serial mouse (refer to section 1.2), then the driver must state that it is using a Serial driver on COM1 or COM2. ® Q: I can get into Windows or into Safe Mode but I cannot use
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 6 3. Troubleshooting (continued) These steps have taken you to the "Control Panel" where you can gain access to your "Device Manager". The "Device Manager" shows your driver status and information and it will allow you to modify their settings. After entering the "Control Panel" use your "Up" and "Down" arrows to select "System", and then press "Enter". After entering "System Properties" use your "Right” arrow to select "Device Manager". Then press
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 7 3. Troubleshooting (continued) ® A: Use your "Windows " key at the bottom left hand corner of your keyboard if you have one; if not press "Alt + S" to ® go to the "Start" button in Windows 98. Then use your "Up" arrow to select "Settings" then use your "Right" arrow to select "Control Panel" and then press "Enter". These steps have taken you to the "Control Panel" where you can gain access to your "Device Manager". The "Device Manager" shows your
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 8 3. Troubleshooting (continued) anything new. If it does not find anything new it will ask you another line of questions, and if it does find something new choose something similar to "This Device is not in the list". ® ® Windows will then ask if you want Windows to search for a new device or will ask if you want to select a driver from a list. You will want to choose a device or driver from a list. Use your "Arrow", "Tab" and "Enter" keys to nav
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 9 3. Troubleshooting (continued) Q: My mouse works but the middle button will not work. A: Look at the bottom of the mouse; it will have a switch labeled PC/MS. Try moving it to the PC mode and then restart. Also, go to “Start”, select “Programs” and look for the mouse folder. There will be a program in this folder to program the middle button. Q: Why does the mouse pointer act irregularly on the screen? A: Look at the bottom of the mouse; it will
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 10 4. How to Use Your ClassicMouse 4.1 Changing Mouse Settings To program your middle button, click the “Mouse Control Panel” from the taskbar. To test if your mouse is responding properly, keep the pointer anywhere in the window and click either the left, middle or right button. The button on the picture of the mouse (top middle of window) will light up for the corresponding button. Program your middle button to perform your most frequently used t
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 11 4. How to Use Your ClassicMouse (continued) 4.2 Care for Your Mouse Maintenance of your ClassicMouse is important. It is designed to provide years of trouble-free service. A self-cleaning ball cage helps prevent dust and lint from building up around the ball. However, if the pointer should skip or move abnormally on screen, we recommend you clean your mouse manually. a. First, turn the retainer ring counterclockwise to remove the ball. b. Wipe
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 12 5. Uninstall REMOVING THE MOUSE SOFTWARE FROM YOUR COMPUTER WARNING: To avoid damage, turn your computer off before plugging or unplugging any pointing devices. ® ® 5.1 Windows 3.1 and Windows 3.11 ® a. Double click on the “Windows Setup” icon in the “Main Group”. b. Select “Options”. ® c. Select “Change System Setting …” in Windows 3.1. d. Select “Mouse:\”. e. Choose the new mouse driver you require. This will override any previous settings
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 13 Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Components, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F8E201/F8E201-BLK to which this declaration relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
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P73096-F8E201-US-man-qxd 3/9/00 8:14 AM Page 14 belkin.com Belkin Components 501 West Walnut Street Compton • CA • 90220 • USA Tel: 310.898.1100 Fax: 310.898.1111 Belkin Components, Ltd. Unit 13 • Gatelodge Close • Round Spinney Northampton • Northants • NN3 8RX • United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1604678300 Fax: +44 (0) 1604678330 Belkin Components B.V. Diamantlaan 8 • 2132 WV Hoofddorp • The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 235698765 Fax: +31 (0) 235612694 © 2000 Belkin Components. All rights reserved.
