BigKeys LX
by Greystone Digital
All the keys you need - without the clutter
BigKeys LX is a standard size keyboard with 60 2.5cm (1”) square keys, providing all essential key functions. With the large key tops and high contrast black on white lettering the keys are much easier to see and press. BigKeys LX is for users who need the full 97-character keyset for advanced word processing, spreadsheet work, and Internet access – but who require large keys in order to locate and operate keys on a keyboard.
NEW! BigKeys High-Contrast LX Keyboard with black printing on bright yellow keys in QWERTY layout now available! The yellow keys are preferred by some users with visual impairments. And some teachers recommend this black-on-yellow combination for users with certain learning and/or specific visual disabilities.
BigKeys LX Features
- All keys are easy to see: four times as big as regular keys!
- QWERTY or ABC layout – Order either key layout.
(See information below on how to change the order of the keys.) - Easy-to-read key labels
(black printing on white keys; white printing on black keys or black printing on yellow or coloured keys) - Contains all essential characters including all standard punctuation characters: 97 character keyset
- Lowercase characters can be supplied and fitted on request
- Compatible with all major software packages
- No special software required! Just plug into your PC or Mac in place of the regular keyboard
- No run-on! Each key press generates only one character, no matter how long the key is held down
- Press and hold the “F” key and the numeric keys become F1 – F10
- A Cursor Keys feature is available. Simply hold down the “F” key and the arrow pad keys become Page Up; End; Page Down and Home.
- To accommodate one-handed operation, BigKeys LX provides an Assist Mode (see below)
See images of the various BigKeys LX key top layouts and colours available
More on Assist Mode
The Assist Mode on BigKeys LX accommodates those who cannot press two (or more) keys simultaneously. Assist Mode works with and enhances the Windows 95/98 Sticky Key Accessibility Option. When not in Assist Mode, the function keys are produced on BigKeys LX by pressing simultaneously the “F” key and a number key. (F+1 produces the F1 function etc.) The BigKeys LX Assist Mode enables you to press the “F” key and have it remain active until you press another key. In Assist Mode, the “F” key becomes a Sticky Key.
Examples of using the BigKeys LX Assist Mode:
- To obtain an “F1” in Assist Mode, press and release the “F” key, then press and release the “1” key.
- To obtain an “Alt-F4” in Assist Mode, press and release the Alt key, then press and release the F key, then press and release the 4 key. (The Windows “Sticky Keys” Accessibility Option must be turned ON for this example.)
To enter Assist Mode, press the Caps Lock key three times in a row. To exit Assist Mode and return the keyboard to normal operation, again press the Caps Lock key three times in a row.
Changing the Order of the Keys:
The BigKeys LX keyboard can be configured in either ABC order or standard QWERTY order. To change the order of the keys on your keyboard:
- Change the order switch:
The order switch is located on the reverse side of the keyboard, on the left. Use a pencil tip to move the switch.- For QWERTY order, the switch should be towards the upper edge of the keyboard.
- For ABC order, the switch should be towards the lower edge of the keyboard.
(Once this switch is moved, the computer will interpret all keystrokes as coming from the alternate keyboard order.)
- Rearrange the keycaps:
Remove all of the letter keycaps. This can be accomplished by looping a length of strong string under and at the centre of the keycap (dental floss works really well for this task), and pulling straight up with a quick, strong snap. - After removing the necessary keys, snap the keycaps back on in the new configuration.
Who would use the ABC layout?
The ABC order makes key location easy for those who are unaccustomed to standard keyboard (QWERTY) order
Who would use the QWERTY layout?
The QWERTY key order accommodates those accustomed to a standard keyboard.
Special Characters: What Punctuation and Special Characters are Included on BigKeys LX?
BigKeys LX includes all the number keys, alphabet keys, and special characters that are available on a standard keyboard. These include:
- Function Keys F1 through F10
When you press and hold the “F” key, the numeric keys become F1 – F10 - Cursor control keys
Left, Right, Up, Down and when you press and hold the “F” key, these become Home, End, PgUp, PgDn - Shifted Numeric Keys
- Other Function Keys – CapsLock, Ctrl, Ins, Del, Esc, Tab, Shift, Alt, Back Space
- ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( )
- Special Character Keys : ; “ ‘ < , > . ? / ~ ‘ _ – + = | { } [ ]
Note: The seldom-used bracket characters are hidden on the keyboard. Use the F key in combination with another key, as follows:
- To type a “[” – use F with ;
- To type a “]” – use F with ‘
- To type a “{” – use F with :
- To type a “}” – use F with “
Characters available on a standard keyboard that are not on BigKeys LX include F11 and F12. Note also that as the BigKeys LX doesn’t have a numeric pad the Windows “MouseKeys” feature is not available. Please attach both BigKeys and a standard keyboard if you need to use the MouseKeys feature.
BigKeys LX Specifications
- Full-size keyboard, 17.8cm x 48.3cm (7 × 19 inches)
- 60 oversized keys: every key on the BigKeys LX keyboard is extra large: 2.5cm square
- Extra-long, non-coiled cable
- BigKeys LX now comes with a native USB connector
- Top quality click-style key switches, tested to over 10 million keystrokes
- High-impact injection-moulded ABS case and keycaps
- Wear-resistant UV coated keycap printing
WARRANTY: A 1 year limited manufacturer’s warranty is offered on these BigKeys LX keyboards.
Requirements and ResourcesexpandClick to collapse
System Requirements
BigKeys LX is available for PC and Mac computers equipped with a USB port and is compatible with Windows 98, Windows Me, NT, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 and later; and Mac OS9 – OS X. BigKeys LX is supplied with a USB connector.
See how to “identify” your BigKeys LX keyboard to your Mac computer.
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BigKeys LX is targeted at the following age ranges:
- Early Childhood
- Early Primary
- Mid Primary
- All Ages
BigKeys LX is designed to foster development in the areas of:
- Access to computers
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