IBM ThinkPad May 25, 2004 ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility (for Windows 2000/XP) Version 1.2.92.0 ====================================================================== Notice: ------- - This package requires the following additional package. - ThinkPad Hotkey Features for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP Version 1.03.0373 (or later). Update install is recommended. - If your system does not support ThinkPad Hotkey Features for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP, use ThinkPad On Screen Display Utility for Windows Version 2.30i (or later). - IBM PM Driver for Win98/Me/2000/XP(ACPI) Version 1.25 (or later) - Special keys in application is overwritten by Keyboard Customizer Utility Key assignments. So if you use special keys in application, you need to uncheck 'Enable key assignments' or assign another keys or check 'Disable Keyboard Customizer'. ********************************************************************** WARNING THIS SOFTWARE CAN ONLY BE USED WITH THE MACHINES ON THE SUPPORTED LIST ON THIS PAGE. USE OF THIS SOFTWARE WITH ANY OTHER MACHINE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. ********************************************************************** What This Package Does ---------------------- This package provides ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility for Windows 2000 and XP users. ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility enables to customize the ThinkPad and external keyboard, and to assign 'Key Sensitivity' and 'Special character input' functions. The following ThinkPad models are supported: - ThinkPad A20m, A20p, A21e, A21m, A21p, A22m, A22p, A22e - ThinkPad A30, A30p, A31, A31p - ThinkPad G40 - ThinkPad R30, R31, R32 - ThinkPad R40, R40e - ThinkPad R50, R50e, R50p, R51 - ThinkPad T20, T21, T22, T23 - ThinkPad T30 - ThinkPad T40, T40p, T41, T41p, T42, T42p - ThinkPad X20, X21, X22, X23, X24 - ThinkPad X30, X31 - ThinkPad X40 To determine if you should update the ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility, refer to the "Summary of Changes" section. To update the ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility, refer to the "Installation Instructions" section. Released Versions ----------------- Version 1.0.0 Initial Release Version 1.0.1 A problem fix Version 1.1.1 Support new functions and fix some problems Version 1.1.6 Fix some problems Version 1.1.7 Fix some problems Version 1.2.72.0 Support new functions Version 1.2.82.0 Fix a problem Version 1.2.92.0 Fix a problem Summary of Changes ------------------ Where: < > Package version (New) New function or enhancement (Fix) Correction to existing function <1.0.0> - (New) Initial release. <1.0.1> - (Fix) Using 'Alt + a' key for applying Windows emulation key (Right/Left Alt) does not work. - (Fix) When you try to assign a Windows key to Right/Left Alt key in setup, 'Alt + a' key (short cut key) does not work. <1.1.1> - (New) Application key, Access IBM, Suspend, Hibernate, Wireless Radio Control, Easy Eject, Full Screen Magnifier, Presentation Director support. - (New) NLS language support - (Fix) Windows + 'L' key problem <1.1.6> - (Fix) Help link does not work when used in Access IBM - (Fix) Error message pops up one time when USB keyboard, USB mouse, are attached <1.1.7> - (Fix) HCT Test Problem fix - (Fix) Slow key input problem fix: After boot or returning normal mode from standby mode, key input getting slow sometimes. <1.2.72.0> - (New) For Use with ThinkPad Keyboard: CD or DVD Eject, Windows Volume Up/Down Control - (New) Key Sensitivity - (New) Special character input - (New) View Summary - (New) Support for ThinkPad Software Installer Ver 2.0 which downloads the latest packages from the IBM Web site <1.2.82.0> - (Fix) Default setting during login process problem fixed <1.2.92.0> - (Fix) KCU does not launch under domain/netware Installation Instructions ------------------------- INSTALL: (Note) - The following additional package is required. - ThinkPad Hotkey Features for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP Version 1.03.0373(or later) - If your system does not support ThinkPad Hotkey Features for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP, use ThinkPad On Screen Display Utility for Windows Version 2.30i (or later). - IBM PM Driver for Win98/Me/2000/XP(ACPI) Version 1.25 (or later) - Before installing (updating) this utility, you must uninstall the current utility. 1. Start Windows 2000/XP and logon with a User ID of Administrator. 2. Extract this package onto the hard disk drive. 3. Click Start and then click Run. 4. Type C:\DRIVERS\WIN\KEYCUSTM\SETUP in the Open box and click the OK button. If you extracted the files to a different location, specify that location instead. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. UNINSTALL: (Note) If IBM ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility is running, close it. (For Windows 2000) 1. Start Windows 2000 and logon with a User ID of Administrator. 2. Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. 3. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. 4. Select IBM ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility. 5. Click Change/Remove. 6. Restart the system. (For Windows XP) 1. Start Windows XP and logon with a User ID of Administrator. 2. For Windows XP with Classic Start menu, click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. Otherwise, click Start and click Control Panel. 3. Double-click the Add or Remove Programs icon. 4. Select IBM ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility. 5. Click Change/Remove. 6. Restart the system. UNATTENDED INSTALL(For Windows 2000/Windows XP): This is for system administrators' use only. 1. Start Windows 2000/XP, logon with administrative privileges. 2. Extract the drivers to the hard disk drive. 3. Click Start, then click Run. 4. Type the following command line at 4-A. 4-A. System won't reboot automatically SETUP.EXE -S -SMS DETERMINING WHICH VERSION IS INSTALLED: 1. Open IBM ThinkPad Keyboard Customizer Utility. 2. Right Click the title bar and select 'Keyboard Customizer Utility information'. 4. You can see the version, like Version : 1.2.92.0 . Restrictions ------------ - 'Automatically disable external keyboard assignments when USB keyboards is removed' follows Keyboard connection status in Device Manager/ Keyboards. - When you run 'PC-Doctor for Windows', you need to select 'Disable keyboard Customizer'. - Browser keys' sensitivity function is not supported on ThinkPad R30, R31, R32 systems. Trademarks ---------- * IBM and ThinkPad are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation. * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of others.