- Continuous adjustment
- USB and PS/2 connection
- Black
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Ergonomically, the keyboard is one of most important parts of the computer, determining in large part the posture of the user. Incorrect use of the keyboard increases the risk of the user suffering RSI.
Adjustable height and width allows the middle finger to be kept in line with the elbow which, along with the low typing angle, reduces injuries caused by awkward hand positions. Standard QWERTY layout. Continuous adjustment. Black. USB and PS/2 connection. UK-Layout.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
It's good value and it's adjustable as expected.
The adjustability would be perfect if you could move the 2 halves apart,
but for the price I can't complain.
The key action is good, but a little bit "soggy".
My only niggle is the odd placement of the miscellaneous keys like "\" and Delete.
The adjustability would be perfect if you could move the 2 halves apart,
but for the price I can't complain.
The key action is good, but a little bit "soggy".
My only niggle is the odd placement of the miscellaneous keys like "\" and Delete.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
I bought this keyboard a few weeks ago as I have developed a problem with RSI in my shoulder and arm. I had already tried a cheaper keyboard that was supposedly ergonomic but made the problem worse, so I forked out the hefty price for this one out of desperation. I'm very pleased I did - although it's expensive, it's a whole lot cheaper than treatment for RSI and it has definitely made a difference.
I found that it took me several days to get it adjusted perfectly and I had to raise my computer chair in order to sit in the correct position (as the keyboard is higher than a regular one). It's fairly easy to adjust - I've seen a review elsewhere in which someone complained about the large lever that is used for this, but it's easy enough to operate and you only need to use this when you're first figuring out the right position for it. As soon as I had the keyboard adjusted correctly, I found it remarkably comfortable to type with - surprisingly so since it looks a bit odd.
The keyboard as a whole is reassuringly sturdy. As it claims, the removal of the numerical keypad on the right makes it MUCH easier to keep your mouse within reach if you are right-handed, which is essential if you have problems on this side. There is an option to press a number lock and use some of the central keys like a numerical pad if you really want to.
In terms of usability, it does take a bit to get used to the location of a few of the keys. I found I could carry on touch-typing right from the start without any difficulties but it has taken me a little bit to get used to the location of the delete, backspace keys etc. For some of these keys, I now use a different finger than what I used to as the tilt of the keyboard also makes a difference in how far you have to reach.
So in a nutshell, if you have RSI or are keen to avoid it, this is an excellent investment so long as you're happy to make the effort to adapt to the slightly different feel and layout. I don't think I'll ever be changing back!
I found that it took me several days to get it adjusted perfectly and I had to raise my computer chair in order to sit in the correct position (as the keyboard is higher than a regular one). It's fairly easy to adjust - I've seen a review elsewhere in which someone complained about the large lever that is used for this, but it's easy enough to operate and you only need to use this when you're first figuring out the right position for it. As soon as I had the keyboard adjusted correctly, I found it remarkably comfortable to type with - surprisingly so since it looks a bit odd.
The keyboard as a whole is reassuringly sturdy. As it claims, the removal of the numerical keypad on the right makes it MUCH easier to keep your mouse within reach if you are right-handed, which is essential if you have problems on this side. There is an option to press a number lock and use some of the central keys like a numerical pad if you really want to.
In terms of usability, it does take a bit to get used to the location of a few of the keys. I found I could carry on touch-typing right from the start without any difficulties but it has taken me a little bit to get used to the location of the delete, backspace keys etc. For some of these keys, I now use a different finger than what I used to as the tilt of the keyboard also makes a difference in how far you have to reach.
So in a nutshell, if you have RSI or are keen to avoid it, this is an excellent investment so long as you're happy to make the effort to adapt to the slightly different feel and layout. I don't think I'll ever be changing back!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
On the whole this keyboard is pretty good and surprisingly quick to get used to but there are a few niggles.
Pros:
* Nice feel to the keys
* There's no num-pad and it's very compact so it takes up much less desk space and you can have your mouse closer. This is a big plus for me.
* There's quite a big range of adjustment - you can raise it right up so your hands are almost facing each other which is surprisingly comfortable. (though you can't easily rest your wrists on anything in this position.)
* There's a backspace key on both sides.
* The little-used keys like num-lock, scroll-lock, break, sys-req etc have moved out of the way over to the left.
* People who can't touch type will keep well away from your computer.
Cons:
* It's quite thick so if you want to rest your wrists (only in the flatter positions) you'll want to find a very thick wrist rest.
* The \ is up in the far right corner not far from where it is on an American keyboard and is too far away from the home keys to touch type. The delete key has also moved to the top left.
* The Num-Lock and Menu keys are easy to hit accidentally (but you can easily pop them off along with the caps-lock key using a small lever)
* The two halves themselves are completely flat unlike the curved shape you get on something like an MS Natural keyboard. This may matter in some positions more than others of course.
* If you want a very high position (so your hands are almost facing each other) you'll need a lower desk or higher chair and obviously you can't use a rest. (Surprisingly this can still be very comfortable.)
Pros:
* Nice feel to the keys
* There's no num-pad and it's very compact so it takes up much less desk space and you can have your mouse closer. This is a big plus for me.
* There's quite a big range of adjustment - you can raise it right up so your hands are almost facing each other which is surprisingly comfortable. (though you can't easily rest your wrists on anything in this position.)
* There's a backspace key on both sides.
* The little-used keys like num-lock, scroll-lock, break, sys-req etc have moved out of the way over to the left.
* People who can't touch type will keep well away from your computer.
Cons:
* It's quite thick so if you want to rest your wrists (only in the flatter positions) you'll want to find a very thick wrist rest.
* The \ is up in the far right corner not far from where it is on an American keyboard and is too far away from the home keys to touch type. The delete key has also moved to the top left.
* The Num-Lock and Menu keys are easy to hit accidentally (but you can easily pop them off along with the caps-lock key using a small lever)
* The two halves themselves are completely flat unlike the curved shape you get on something like an MS Natural keyboard. This may matter in some positions more than others of course.
* If you want a very high position (so your hands are almost facing each other) you'll need a lower desk or higher chair and obviously you can't use a rest. (Surprisingly this can still be very comfortable.)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Published 1 month ago by Michael H
Solved my RSI problems!
I love this keyboard takes about a week to get used to shape and adjusting to your requirements then fantastic. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mandy
Great idea, but.....
I touch type, and while I do not have this particular keyboard, I provide a warning: unless all your keyboards are ergonimic, you may find, as I did, that switching from an... Read more
Published 10 months ago by J. D. Stevenson
I LOVE THIS KEYBOARD
Since using this keyboard, I no longer have any computer-related pain in my wrists. Even though I am not a touch-typist, I found that I got used to the split key-board very... Read more
Published 14 months ago by LizzyLoo
Perfect
This is the best of the lot that promised to improve ease of typing without getting wrist and finger muscles/tendons into trouble. It is simple and works as described on the box.
Published on 20 Jan 2010 by Dance of light
Not bad - but did not fix the pains
A quality product but it did not resolve the pains I had in my arms so I sent it back
Published on 1 Aug 2009 by P. A. Read
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