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VIP-912-BA Controller unitVIP-912-SW Footswitch
VIP-912-FS1 Footswitch System


Get hands-free entry of up to four individual PC or USB keyboard keys with the VIP-912 & USB-912 Footswitch Systems

Description:

The VIP-912-FS and USB-912 Footswitch Systems allow hands free entry of up to four individual user selectable PC or USB keyboard keys to the PC by operating one or two compact single or dual-action footswitches. Footswitch operated keyboard entry provides an excellent alternative to hand entry in applications where frequent repetitive key strokes are required. It can help in reducing the hand fatique and injuries often associated with prolonged periods of keyboard entry, as well as reducing operator error resulting from mis-typed keys.

The 912 Footswitch Systems do not require a keyboard to be present for normal operation, however if one is desired, the VIP-912-FS Footswitch Controller unit provides connections for either a PS/2 or AT style keyboard and the USB-912H Footswitch Controller unit provides an on-board 2 port hub for connecting a USB keyboard or other USB devices. All models utilize Vetra's advanced keyboard emulation technology which provides error free boot up and operation with all popular keyboards, PC's, PC operating systems, and applications. For a footswitch system that emulates left and right PS/2 mouse clicks see the VIP-912-MP.

Operation:

Each time a footswitch closure is depressed, the key code selected for that closure is sent to the PC. The footswitch closure is de-bounced and will not produce a string of characters (type-o-matic) if held down. Type-o-matic can be provided by special request. The key codes produced for a given closure are set at the factory as specified by the customer. The key codes can be changed to any other keys if your requirements change by re-setting jumpers located inside the Controller unit.

We can also customize our standard Footswitch to your needs or specifications. Just contact us with your special requirements.


Vetra Safe-Computing product


For more information on how this product can help reduce the risk of developing RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury) please click this link to our safe-computing products page

Features:

  • Designed and manufactured in the USA for use around the world
  • Backed by a Limited 3 Year Warranty
  • Compatible with all popular keyboards, PCs, and operating systems
  • Allows hands free entry of up to four selectable keyboard keys to the PC
  • Reduces the risk of RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury)

Models:

All models include a Controller unit
See table below for available footswitch configurations.

For use with PC's having a PS/2 or AT keyboard connector:
VIP-912-FS1
w/ one single-action footswitch $227.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
VIP-912-FS2 w/ one dual-action footswitch $255.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
VIP-912-FS3 w/ two single-action footswitches $270.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
VIP-912-FS4 w/ one single-action and one dual-action footswitch $298.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
VIP-912-FS5 w/ two dual-action footswitches $326.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

For use with PC's having a USB port:
(no on-board hub on the USB-912 models)

USB-912-FS1 w/ one single-action footswitch $251.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912-FS2 w/ one dual-action footswitch $267.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912-FS3 w/ two single-action footswitches $294.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912-FS4 w/ one single-action and one dual-action footswitch $323.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912-FS5 w/ two dual-action footswitches $359.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

For use with PC's having a USB port:
(USB-912H models have on-board 2 port hub)

USB-912H-FS1
w/ one single-action footswitch $263.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912H-FS2 w/ one dual-action footswitch $279.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912H-FS3 w/ two single-action footswitches $306.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912H-FS4 w/ one single-action and one dual-action footswitch $335.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912H-FS5 w/ two dual-action footswitches $371.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

Pricing for individual components:
VIP-912-BA
Controller unit for PS/2 or AT operation $191.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912-BA Controller unit for USB operation (no on-board hub) $215.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
USB-912H-BA Controller unit for USB operation (with on-board 2X hub) $227.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
VIP-912-SW Single-action Footswitch $44.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif
VIP-912-SW2 Dual-action Footswitch $71.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

All prices subject to change without notice.
For International Representatives click here.


 VIP-912-SW2 Dual-action footswitch
VIP-912-SW2
Dual-action Footswitch

VIP-912-SW Single-action footswitch
VIP-912-SW
Single-action Footswitch

VIP-912-BA Foot-operated PS/2 Keyboard Encoder Controller unit
VIP-912-BA
Controller unit


USB-912-BA Foot-operated USB Keyboard Encoder Controller unit
USB-912-BA
Controller unit

Connections:

VIP-912
systems come with a 6 pin mini-DIN male-male extension cable which is used to connect the Controller unit to the PS/2 keyboard port of the PC. USB-912 and USB-912H systems come with a standard USB Type A-B cable which is used to connect the Controller unit to the USB port of the PC. The captive cable of the keyboard is used to connect a keyboard, where applicable, to the Controller unit. Two 5 pin DIN female connectors (FS1/2 and FS3/4) on the front panel of the Controller unit are used to connect the footswitches to the Controller unit. See table below for available footswitch configurations.

 Vetra Model #

 Input FS1/2

Input FS3/4 

 # of keys
-FS1  SA  N/C  1 
-FS2  DA  N/C  2 
-FS3 SA  SA   2 
-FS4  DA  SA  3 
-FS5  DA  DA  4 

SA = single-action footswitch (VIP-912-SW)
DA =
dual-action footswitch (VIP-912-SW2)
N/C
= no connection

Specifications:

Dimensions for all 912 System Controller units are 1.50 in H x 5.08 in W x 5.25 in D (3.81 cm x 12.90 cm x 13.34 cm). The Controller unit housing are molded of black GE Cycolac-T, a high impact ABS material, and are internally shielded with an acrylic base nickel coating for RFI attenuation. Front and rear panels are fabricated from .062 in thick aluminum and finished with low gloss black paint. The VIP-912-FS, USB-912, and USB-912H Footswitch Systems are designed to be powered from the PC's keyboard or USB port, so no external power supply is normally required. However, if the total current draw of USB devices connected to the 2 port hub on the USB-912H exceeds 400 mA, then the unit must be powered by a 5VDC wall mount power supply (VIP-210) which is not included with the system. Dimensions for the VIP-912-SW single-action footswitch are 1.00 in H x 2.63 in W x 3.50 in D (2.54 cm x 6.68 cm x 8.89 cm). The housing is a formed steel casing with a black finish, with a nonskid pad on the actuating treadle and a skid proof base. Dimensions for the VIP-912-SW2 dual-action foot switch are 1.25 in H x 2.5 in W x 5.0 in D (3.17 cm x 6.35 cm x 12.7 cm). The housing is a formed steel casing with a black finish with a skid proof base. Shipping weight for each of the 5 "individual components" listed above is 2 lbs. Shipping weight for all -FS1, and -FS2 Systems is 3 lbs. Shipping weight for all -FS3, -FS4, and -FS5 Systems is 4 lbs.

For VIP-912-FS user instructions click here.
For VIP-912-FS user instruction in PDF format.
For USB-912-FS and USB-912H user instructions click here.
For VIP-912-FS user USB-912H instruction in PDF format.

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