Twiddler

User Tools

Site Tools

Trace:
getting_started

Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

Link to this comparison view

Both sides previous revisionPrevious revision
Next revision		Previous revision
getting_started [2022/11/01 16:04] – [Step by Step Left Hand Setup] tonygetting_started [2024/05/03 17:21] (current) – external edit 127.0.0.1
Line 6: Line 6:
  
 **Please NOTE:** The Twiddler3's power switch, located just below the "H" key, is shipped in the OFF position.  Slide the switch to the right to turn the Twiddler3 ON.  **You will only need to switch the Twiddler3 on once.**  The Twiddler will last for months in the stand by mode. (We will send you an email reminder to charge it.)  The Twiddler3 is easily woken up by clicking (pressing down) on the Joystick.  You should only use the switch to power down the Twiddler3 when you are transporting or shipping and laws require you to have a physical cut off from the power source. **Please NOTE:** The Twiddler3's power switch, located just below the "H" key, is shipped in the OFF position.  Slide the switch to the right to turn the Twiddler3 ON.  **You will only need to switch the Twiddler3 on once.**  The Twiddler will last for months in the stand by mode. (We will send you an email reminder to charge it.)  The Twiddler3 is easily woken up by clicking (pressing down) on the Joystick.  You should only use the switch to power down the Twiddler3 when you are transporting or shipping and laws require you to have a physical cut off from the power source.
 +
 +**Macbook users please NOTE:**  When using the Twiddler on a Macbook please make sure the PC's battery charger is UNPLUGGED.  There is a known issue with some Macbooks supplying up to 20v on the USB when plugged in to wall power.  
  
 ===== Powering Up The Twiddler for the First Time ===== ===== Powering Up The Twiddler for the First Time =====
Line 24: Line 26:
  
 There have been many upgrades to the Twiddler over time.  If you have a legacy Fabric strap, [[https://twiddler.tekgear.com/doc/doku.php?id=twiddler_strap|click here]].   There have been many upgrades to the Twiddler over time.  If you have a legacy Fabric strap, [[https://twiddler.tekgear.com/doc/doku.php?id=twiddler_strap|click here]].  
 +
 +If you purchased a Wrap for your Twiddler and need to install it, [[https://twiddler.tekgear.com/doc/doku.php?id=twiddler_wrap_install|click here]] for installation instructions.
  
 The Wrap is a removable silicone overmould that incorporates an intuitive fit system.  The Wrap is compatible with both left and right hand operation. When selecting which hand to use keep in mind that most users select their **non-dominant** hand, leaving their dominant hand free to do other tasks.  Select the hand that feels most comfortable for you.  The Wrap is a removable silicone overmould that incorporates an intuitive fit system.  The Wrap is compatible with both left and right hand operation. When selecting which hand to use keep in mind that most users select their **non-dominant** hand, leaving their dominant hand free to do other tasks.  Select the hand that feels most comfortable for you. 
Line 53: Line 57:
 {{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/Fit-6-Small.png }} {{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/Fit-6-Small.png }}
   * Once you have the rotation set, insert the clasp into the closest hole that maintains a comfortable grip; not too loose or too tight. How tight you make it is up to personal preference.  Most people prefer a medium fit, not to tight and not to loose.  One where you can easily slip your hand in and out of the Twiddler without adjusting the strap.   * Once you have the rotation set, insert the clasp into the closest hole that maintains a comfortable grip; not too loose or too tight. How tight you make it is up to personal preference.  Most people prefer a medium fit, not to tight and not to loose.  One where you can easily slip your hand in and out of the Twiddler without adjusting the strap.
-{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/T3_Step7.jpg }}{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/T3_Step8.jpg }}+{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/Fit-10-Small.png  }}{{ 
   * Once you have the Twiddler in place, try your thumb now on the top of the unit now. It should be in a good place to use the Mouse and press the buttons.   * Once you have the Twiddler in place, try your thumb now on the top of the unit now. It should be in a good place to use the Mouse and press the buttons.
  
-{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/T3_Step9.jpg }}+{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/Fit-12-Small.png}}
  
 You can comfortably rest your thumb on the inside corner of the Twiddler, in a relaxed position. You can comfortably rest your thumb on the inside corner of the Twiddler, in a relaxed position.
  
-{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/T3_Step10.jpg }}+{{ https://tgimages.s3.amazonaws.com/twiddler/wiki/Fit-13-Small.png }}
  
 You don't need to grip the Twiddler. By resting the thumb on the inside corner, and applying gentle inward pressure, you will keep the Twiddler steady and reach the keys more easily. You don't need to grip the Twiddler. By resting the thumb on the inside corner, and applying gentle inward pressure, you will keep the Twiddler steady and reach the keys more easily.
getting_started.1667318698.txt.gz · Last modified: 2024/05/03 17:21 (external edit)

Page Tools