Is there a quiet keyboard for computers for sale by any company that does not make noise when typing?

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http://www.virtual-laser-keyboard.com/f-a-q.asp

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How the VKB works?

Step 1: Template creation (Projection Module)

A template of the desired interface is projected onto the adjacent interface surface. The template is produced by illuminating a specially designed, highly efficient holographic optical element with a red diode laser. Note: the template serves only as a reference for the user and is not involved in the detection process. In a fixed environment, the template can just as easily be printed onto the interface surface.

Step 2: Reference plane illumination (Micro-illumination ModuleTM)

An infra-red plane of light is generated just above, and parallel to, the interface surface. This light is invisible to the user and hovers a few millimeters above the surface. When the user touches a key position on the interface surface light is reflected from this plane in the vicinity of the key and directed towards the sensor module.

Step 3: Map reflection coordinates (Sensor Module)

Reflected light from user interactions with the interface surface is passed through an infra-red filter and imaged on to a CMOS image sensor in the sensor module. Custom hardware embedded in the sensor chip (the Virtual Interface Processing CoreTM) then makes a real-time determination of the location of the reflected light. The processing core can track multiple reflection events simultaneously and can thus support both multiple keystrokes and overlapping cursor control inputs.

Step 4: Interpretation and communication (Sensor Module)

The micro-controller in the sensor module receives the positional information corresponding to the light flashes from the sensor processing core, interprets the events (e.g. keydown, keyup, mouse or touchpad control etc..) and communicates them through an appropriate interface to external devices.

What are the main uses of the VKB?

- Personal digital assistants- Cellular telephones- Space saving computers- Tablet PCs- Laptops- Industrial environments- Clean rooms- Sterile and medical environments- Test Equipment - Transport (Air, Rail, Automotive)

Virtual Keyboard (VKB) Settings The following settings on your infrared keyboard can be controlled either via your laptop/PC or your compatible Smartphone or PDA:- Sound :users can control the virtual keyboard sound effects (keyclicks) Intensity: control the intensity of the projected infrared keyboard - Connection:connection to the appropriate Laptop/PC port - Sensitivity:users can adjust the sensitivity of the virtual keyboard - Timeouts:adjustable timeouts to conserve the virtual keyboard's battery life - Auto-repeat:allows the VKB to automatically repeat a key based on prescribed parameters

Who manufactures the VKB?

The VKB is manufactures by Hutchison Harbour Ring Limited (�HHR �) which is a subsidiary of Hutchison Whampoa Limited ( �HWL �)(Stock code: 013) , one of the largest companies listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange . HWL is the holding company of the Hutchison Whampoa Group of companies. As one of the earliest big �hongs�, or trading companies, in Hong Kong ,HWL 's history dates back to the 1800s. Today, HWL is a multi-national conglomerate with businesses spanning 4 2countries. With over 170,000 employees worldwide, HWL operates and invests in five core businesses: ports and related services; telecommunications; property and hotels; retail and manufacturing; and energy and infrastructure.

HHR is a leading company in the Hong Kong toy industry, which has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1991 (Stock code: 715). As an original equipment manufacturer, the company specialises in mass production of a wide range of toys for world leading toy brands. HHR's subsidiaries are also engaged in the design, marketing and sales of telecommunications accessories, premium and electronic products, licensing as well as property investmen

Compatibility with the Virtual Keyboard (VKB)

Along with laptops and desktops, the infrared keyboard can be a mobile phone keyboard or PDA keyboard. Listed below are the devises and the corresponding operating systems with which it works.

I got my unit and i cannot connect it?

1. Perform a "hard" reset. While keyboard is on insert end of paper-clip into reset hole under rubber flap on lower right side; Wait for beep; Pick up keyboard, wait for it to turn off; place on surface and turn on. Keyboard now ready for pairing. 2. Ensure that Serial Port service is enabled on your PocketPC - BT Settings->Services->Serial Port (Make sure is enabled, encrypted and Incoming and Outgoing COM ports enabled). 3. Perform pairing (BT Manager ->Tools->Paired Devices) 4. Open SPP connection via BT Manager->New->Explore a Bluetooth Device->(Select VKB Keyboard)->SPP->Finish 5. My ShortCuts->(Long Press on SPP)->Connect

Has keyboard connected ? (VKB Keyboard LED is solid blue) ?

If the process above has failed. Please tell us at which stage it failed. Was a message displayed?

Please fill the contact us form with all the error details, and mention a "Hardware failure".

Thanks.

I got my unit and i cannot connect it to Dell Axim x50?

1. First pair with the BT VKB as described in the user manual.

2. Go to the Bluetooth Manager and select "Explore a Bluetooth Device".

3. Turn on the BT VKB and the PDA should discover a service called SSP (a serial port).

4. Enter a pass code (I used "0000") on the BT VKB and "press" (hit) the enter key on the BT VKB.

5. The PDA should respond by bring up a screen for you to enter the same pass code.

6. Create a short cut in your Bluetooth manager.

7. When you want to connect, click & hold the short cut you created in step 7, click "Connect". The short cut should turn green to indicate you're connected.

8. Launch the BT VKB program; make certain that Bluetooth is selected under the Connection tab.

9. Select the VKB tab, select the "Enable Keyboard, answer No to the question "Is this the first time you are connecting to the keyboard."

You should now see the battery level and be connected.

I got my unit and i cannot connect it to Samsung i730?

Your Samsung i730 uses the Microsoft Bluetooth Stack. Though the i730 icon is not on the CD, it uses the same driver, and instructions as the i-mate Jam (a.k.a. as Dopod 818/XDA Mini). So...

a. INstall this driver (to check that you have the right driver installed, open the driver, goto VKB->About. Should say at the top V5.0c.b. Turn on your Keyboard. Press Shift-Fn-B for about 2-3 seconds until hearing a beep (your keyboard is now ready for pairing...).c. Tap the VKB Programd. Tap the Connection tab and select Bluetooth from the Virtual Keyboard on dropdown box.e. Press the Search button.f. Upon completion of the search, the drop down list of devices should be filled with VKB Keyboard.g. Tap the VKB tab and check the Enable Keyboard checkbox.h. The software will prompt you for a Bluetooth passkey; Using the keyboard on the screen of the i730, enter a passkey of between 1 and 8 digits (one digit is enough, I always use "9") and then tap Initiate Pairing.i. Listen for the �beep� on the Virtual Keyboard, then, using the keyboard projected by the Virtual Keyboard repeat the passkey and press return [8].j. The blue LED will go on to show your successful connection. You are now ready to use the keyboard.

Does the VKB (bluetooth) work with windows mobile 5.0 (I am purchaning a smartphone with windows mobile 5.0)?

Depends on which "smartphone" you have.Our keyboard supports both the HID and SPP Bluetooth profiles (services). Some of the newer WM5 models come with built-in HID service and will work as is with the keyboard.The other models will require the new VKB Driver for Windows Mobile 5 which is currently in work and scheduled to be released first week of February.

Virtual Keyboard Supported Models:

Device Compatibility for VKB usage Operating System O2 XDA IO2 XDA IIOrange SPV e200Palm Tungsten T3QTek 8080 SmartphonePalm m505HP2210HP3417HP rx3715 (Use HP 5550 Driver)HP 3800/3900 Series (Use HP 5455 Driver)HP4150HP5455HP5550Laptops / Desktops via serial connector Pocket PC 2002Pocket PC 2003Smartphone 2003Palm OS5.XPalm OS4.XPocket PC 2003Pocket PC 2003Win XP, 2000, NT, 98

Virtual Keyboard BlueToothSupported Models:Device Compatibility for VKB usage Operating System Blackberry 7100 - g/t/r/v/x/Blackberry 7250Blackberry 7290Blackberry 752002 XDA IIOrange SPV E200,C500Palm Tungsten T5QTek 8080 SmartphoneHP1940HP2210HP2570HP3417HP rx3715 (Use HP 5550 Driver)HP 3800/3900 Series (Use HP 5455 Driver)HP3715HP4700HP5455HP5550HP h2700HP 6500Samsung i-730Nokia 6600,6260,6630,6680,7650,3650Treo 650Ericsson P800/P900,910iPalm Zire 72Palm TXPalm Life DriveMio 336XPlore M68Motorola MPX220, A1000Dell Axim X50Dopod 535 / Qtek 8080 / SPV E200 / XphoneDopod 576 / i-mate SP3i / Qtek 8020 / SDA Xphone IIDopod 585 / Qtek 8100 / SDA Music / Xphone IImLaptops / Desktops Pocket PC 2002Pocket PC 2003Smartphone 2003Palm OS5.XPalm OS4.XPocket PC 2003Pocket PC 2003Win XP, 2000Mac