Kinesis Mechanical Keypad LP KP150-LIN

Get to Know Your Keypad

Profile Indicator: The color indicates the active profile, and the flash speed indicates the wireless pairing status.

• Fast: Ready to Pair
• Irregular: Remove Device
• Slow: Searching
• Solid/Off: Connected

Num Lock Key: ? Tap to activate Num Lock on PC or Clear on Mac. ✊ Hold the key to access the 3 special commands in the "Aux" layer.

Num Lock Indicator: White light indicates Num Lock is On; Off indicates Num Lock is Off.

Clear Bluetooth: If you need to re-pair the keypad with a Bluetooth device, slide the Profile Switch to the desired Wireless position, then ✊ HOLD the Num Lock key and ? tap 0. The Profile LED will start flashing quickly to indicate pairing mode is active.

Palm Support: The palm support provides a comfortable place to rest your palm, reducing harmful wrist extension.

USB C Port: ? Use the included USB cable to connect to your PC for backlighting or if you prefer not to use battery power.

Profile Switch: Use the 3-position Profile Switch to control which device the keypad sends keystrokes to:

• Left: Wired (? Green)
• Middle: Wireless (⚪ White)
• Right: Wireless (? Blue)

Adjust Backlight: ✊ HOLD Num Lock and ? tap ➕ to cycle between backlight levels when connected via USB.

Clique Unlock: Each key on the keypad can be customized using the Kinesis Clique Programming App (see Page 4). Visit Clique and unlock the keypad when prompted by ✊ HOLDING Num Lock and ? tapping Enter.

Battery Compartment: Located beneath the palm support. See Page 4 for battery replacement instructions.

Troubleshooting Tips

Keypad not typing numbers:

Ensure Num Lock is activated on your PC by tapping the "num Ik" key.

Bluetooth connectivity problems:

• Confirm your device has native Bluetooth. If not, a 3rd party Bluetooth dongle may be required.
• For wireless connection, the Profile Switch must be in one of the two Wireless positions (Middle/White or Right/Blue). In Wired Mode (Left/Green), the Bluetooth radio is disabled.
• Profile LED flashing FAST indicates "Pairing Mode". SLOW flashing indicates it's paired but unable to reconnect; try power cycling the keypad and/or device.
• To re-pair: Place Profile Switch in desired position, ✊ hold "num Ik" key, ? tap 0 to clear that profile and enter pairing mode. On your PC, Forget/Erase the pairing connection, then follow pairing steps on Page 2.

Backlighting not working:

Backlighting requires USB power. Connect the keypad via USB cable and use the backlight command (✊ HOLD Num Lock and ? tap ➕) to adjust brightness.

Technical Support Resources

Visit the Mechanical Keypad LP Support Page for FAQs, Troubleshooting Tips, and more.

Need Help? For assistance, visit: kinesis-ergo.com/support/KP150. You can submit a ticket for support from trained US agents.

Email Kinesis Support: kinesis-ergo.com/support/contact-a-technician

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Overview

The Kinesis Mechanical Keypad LP offers a classic 10-key layout enhanced with premium features. It includes mechanical switches, programmability, optional backlighting, and an ergonomic palm support, setting it apart from conventional keypads.

Getting Started

The keypad uses generic operating system drivers, requiring no special software. Remove the protective plastic film from the pre-installed AAA batteries before proceeding.

Wired Mode:

Connect the keypad to a PC with a full-size USB-A port using the included USB cable. Place the Profile Switch in the left position (? Green). The Profile LED will illuminate green, and keystrokes will be sent via USB. The Bluetooth radio is disabled, and battery power is not consumed. If your PC has only USB-C ports, use a USB C-to-C "data" cable or a USB A-to-C adapter (not included).

Wireless Mode:

Pair the Keypad with up to two different Bluetooth-enabled devices and switch between them using the Profile Switch. To conserve battery life, slide the Profile Switch to the left position when not in use.

Bluetooth Pairing:

1. Slide the Profile Switch to the middle position (⚪ White Profile).
2. The Profile LED will flash ⚪ White rapidly, indicating it's ready to pair.
3. Navigate to your PC's Bluetooth Menu and select "Kinesis Keypad". Follow the on-screen prompts to connect.
4. The Profile LED will briefly turn ⚪ Solid White when pairing is successful.
5. To pair an additional device, slide the Profile switch to the right position (? Blue) and repeat the pairing steps.

Note: Refer to Page 6 of this guide for connectivity troubleshooting tips.

Ergonomics

The Kinesis Mechanical Keypad LP features a novel ergonomic design to ensure your hand and arm are placed in a more natural position than with a conventional keypad.

• Palm Support: Provides a convenient palm support that promotes a neutral typing position, reducing wrist extension and eliminating pressure that can cause circulation issues.
• Low Profile: Features low-profile mechanical switches to further minimize wrist extension caused by conventional mechanical keypads.
• Reduced Finger Strain and Impact: The mechanical switches have a low actuation force and a full buffer zone for less bottoming out. It is recommended to train yourself not to depress the key all the way to minimize fingertip impacts.
• Reduce Eye Strain via Optional Backlighting: Connect the keypad's USB cable to enable backlighting for key legends in low-light environments. ✊ Hold "num Ik" and ? tap the ➕ key to adjust the brightness level or disable backlighting.
• Ergonomic Placement: Decoupling the keypad from your main keyboard improves your overall ergonomic setup by allowing closer placement of your mouse or other pointing device when the keypad is not in use. Reaching for your pointing device is a common cause of shoulder and elbow strain. When actively using the keypad, place it to the right or left of your keyboard to distribute workload across both arms. With a split keyboard, it can be placed between the key modules.

For more ergonomic tips, visit: kinesis-ergo.com/solutions/ergonomic-resources/

Health Warning

⚠️ Health Warning: No keyboard or keypad is a medical treatment. All input devices may contribute to new or existing injuries. If you experience pain, weakness, or tingling, discontinue use and consult a health professional.

Keyboard Customization with Clique

The Kinesis Keypad features a convenient programming interface for quick and easy customization without needing drivers or software.

What Can I do with Clique:

You can make subtle tweaks to the keypad's layout or add additional combo actions, such as Backspace, Tab, or Delete, to the "Aux" layer (see Page 6). You can also install custom or blank MX-style 3rd party keycaps to create a custom "macropad". Configure up to 8 custom layers, choose from over 350+ USB actions, single or double mouse clicks, and a library of Windows and macOS macros, plus Advanced Actions. All changes are saved directly to the keypad, not your computer.

Getting Started with Clique:

1. Connect the keypad to a desktop or laptop using the included USB cable.
2. Slide the Profile Switch to the left position to enable Wired Mode.
3. Open a CHROME or EDGE web browser and launch Clique: clique.kinesis-ergo.com
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to select and unlock the "Kinesis Keypad".
5. Click the desired key in the Keymap and select a new action from the Action Menu. The OS box shows only Basic USB Actions supported on your computer.

Note: The Num Lock key is pre-configured to send the Num Lock command when tapped. Holding it momentarily shifts to the "Aux" layer for secondary actions like: Reset Bluetooth, Cycle Backlighting, or Unlock Clique. Other actions can be assigned to keys and accessed by holding Num Lock.

Click Apply to store the new action or Cancel to discard changes. Click Save to store all customizations permanently on the keypad.

For detailed Clique instructions, visit: kinesis-ergo.com/clique-help

Replacing the Batteries

First, disconnect the keypad from your PC and slide the Profile Switch to the left position to turn it off. With the keypad face up, slide the palm support cover down and lift it up to reveal the battery compartment. Use your fingernail to remove the old batteries and install 2 new AAA batteries, ensuring correct +/- orientation. Replace the cover. ❌ Note: The batteries are NOT rechargeable.

Troubleshooting

For connectivity troubleshooting tips, please see Page 6 of this guide.