Probots MC-56AG Numeric Keypad and Calculator

Wireless Numeric Keyboard
Model MC-56AG

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Product Description

1. Resetting the device
2. USB receiver
3. Battery cover
4. Solar cell
5. 10-digit display
6. Keyboard

Key functions

• [AC/ON]: Turn on calculator, keyboard/clear screen. Clear saved calculations.
• [CONNECT]: Connect wirelessly to a computer.
• [ESC/C/CE]: Delete latest input/delete all inputs (in calculator mode). Escape (in keyboard mode).
• [PC/CAL]: Toggle between calculator and keyboard mode.
• [Backspace]: Backspace, delete the last input.
• [SEND]: Send the calculator’s result or the screen’s display to the computer (in calculator mode).
• [%±]: Calculate percentage (in calculator mode).
• [ENTER]: Perform calculation (in calculator mode). Confirm input value (in keyboard mode).
• [RM/CM]: Display memory/clear memory (in calculator mode).
• [-]: Select the number of decimal places to be shown after the decimal point. Press [AC/ON], press and hold in [-]. The display will change in the following sequence: F-0-2-3-F (in calculator mode). F-maximum number of decimals.
• [GT]: The sum of multiple operations (in calculator mode).

Note: The blue signs on the keys apply in keyboard mode.

Operating Instructions

Inserting the batteries

• Remove the battery cover and insert 2 x AAA/LR03 batteries into the battery compartment.

Warning! If the wrong types of batteries are used, they could explode.

Wireless connection to a computer

1. Remove the USB receiver, which is stored on the bottom of the keyboard.
2. Press [ CONNECT] on the keyboard. Note: The symbol in the upper right hand corner of the display should start flashing. If not, ot, press [CONNECT] again.
3. Plug the USB receiver into an available USB port on your computer. Note: The symbol in the upper right hand corner will stop flashing when the wireless connection has been established and the keyboard is ready for use.

Note: In order for the keyboard to connect wirelessly to a computer, the batteries must be used. If the device is used as an independent calculator, it will be powered by its built-in solar panel.

Selecting the application – calculator or keyboard

• When the keyboard is wirelessly connected to a computer, it can be used either in calculator or keyboard mode.
• Toggle between keyboard mode K and calculator mode C by pressing [PC/CAL].

Calculator (when wirelessly connected to a computer)

• The calculator can perform the four basic calculation functions and % with 10 digits
• The results of the calculation can be shown on or sent to the computer screen by pressing [SEND].
• It is not possible to send the result to the computer if the Error symbol (E) is shown,
• The [SEND] key is only activated when the keyboard is wirelessly connected to a computer.

Keyboard (when wirelessly connected computer)

• These keys can be used as a numeric keyboard for writing directly on your computer:
• [0][9][+][-][*]. [+]. [Backspace ]. [-]. [ESC ]. [ENTER ] and [ TАВ ].

Automatic shut-off Calculator mode (when not connected computer)

• Shuts off automatically after 7 minutes of inactivity.
• Press [AC/ON] to turn the calculator on again.

Calculator or keyboard mode (when wirelessly connected to a computer)

• The wireless connection with the computer is automatically shut off after 30 minutes of inactivity. Press [CONNECT] to re-establish a wireless connection with the computer.
• After the wireless connection has been shut off, the device will operate in calculator mode until it is completely shut off after 7 minutes of inactivity. Press [ AC/ON ] and then [CONNECT] to turn the device on and reconnect wirelessly.

Low battery indicator

• Replace the batteries when the display fades or the battery symbol appears.
• When the batteries are low, you will not be able to connect wirelessly to the computer.

General advice

• Remember to unplug the USB receiver from the computer when the keyboard is not in use.
• Store the receiver in the holder on the bottom of the keyboard.
• If you connect the keyboard to another computer, you must follow the instructions in section 2.2, Wireless connection to a computer. Switch the device off immediately if it gets hot or emits smoke, or a burning smell.

Care and maintenance

• Clean the product using a soft, moist cloth.
• Use a mild detergent and never use solvents or strong, abrasive cleaning agents for cleaning the product.

Troubleshooting

If the product is not working correctly:

• Make sure that the batteries are inserted correctly.
• Make sure that the computer fulfils the system requirements.
• Make sure that the USB receiver is properly connected.
• Press [ CONNECT ] to connect wirelessly again if the connection between the device and the computer has been broken.
• Follow the instructions in Wireless connection to a computer if you have recently used the device with a different computer.
• Reset the device to its default factory settings by pushing a pointed object into the hole (1) on the back.

Disposal

• This product should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
• If you are unsure how to proceed, contact your local authority.

Specifications

• Batteries: 2 x AAA/LR03
• Solar panel voltage/current: 3 V, 3 mA
• Recommended operating temperature: 5-45 °C
• Size: 155 × 100 mm
• LCD display: 77 x 20 mm
• Weight: 158 g (excluding batteries)
• System requirements: I vacant USB port Windows XP/VISTA/Win 7/Win 8 Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later

Documents / Resources

Probots MC-56AG Numeric Keypad and Calculator [pdf] User Manual MC-56AG, MC-56AG Numeric Keypad and Calculator, MC-56AG, Numeric Keypad and Calculator, Keypad and Calculator, Calculator

References

• User Manual