Kinesis FSMJ4 Savant Elite Programmable Foot Pedal - Manual (Page 11)

I
NSTALLATION
Connecting to your computer
The Savant Elite USB foot switch may be connected to any USB port. For the first time, it is
best to connect it after your computer has booted up and is logged in (if you have a network)
so that you can see the “new device detected” message. If you need to use a USB extension
cable, connect without it the first time to be sure the foot switch is working correctly, then
test it with the extension cable. When working correctly, the green LED should be on
continuously.
Drivers
The device has two separate electronic identities: one when it is in “play mode” and a
separate identity when it is in “program mode.” Play mode is supported by generic drivers
provided by the operating system and is normally installed automatically (see details below).
A special driver is required if you wish to customize or reprogram the device. You may
download the driver at http://www.kinesis.com/ tech_support/ downloads.htm. If you wish to
receive a CD-ROM, please contact Kinesis by telephone (800-454-6374) or by email
([email protected]) and provide the serial number of your device and your mailing address.
A fee will be charged for the CD-ROM option.
Important installation note: before trying to customize the foot switch, first install and test
the device in “play mode” as described below. Then if you wish to re-program the foot
switch, disconnect the device before installing the programming driver, and carefully follow
the instructions in the chapter C
USTOMIZING
Y
OUR
F
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WITCH
for installing the
“programming driver.”
Installing “Play Mode”
It is strongly recommended that you use the foot switch at least briefly with its factory
programming before customizing it. The Savant Elite foot switch is shipped with its internal
programming switch in the “Play mode.” Do not move the switch to “programming mode” at
this time.
Play mode for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8
When you first plug in the device, the red LED will illuminate. Windows 2000, Windows
XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 will install “Play Mode” drivers automatically, using
generic files available from the operating system. This process is usually complete within
less than a minute, and when completed, the red LED will go out and the green LED will
illuminate. This process will be repeated the first time you move the device to a different
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