Page 2: In depth Parts
<B>Both</B>:
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This is what you'll be using with this set, the other parts are really of no concern. The first pic is the top and the second is the bottom. I'll go over the details as well. Let me say that the colors are nice, silver on black. It is nice having matching keyboards and mice.
<B>Mouse</B>:
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The mouse is shaped different from my other mice. The curve's center is faced on the right side of the mouse instead of the left. After using it for about 5 minutes, I didn't notice it, but it is different than my Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer. There is a single 4th button on the mouse, and it is a pretty weird spot. It is below the thumb, instead of above it. This took some getting used to as all the other mice I had had these extra buttons above the thumb. You'll be dragging your thumb on your mouse pad till you get the feel of it. The two major things that I had to get used to was the weight of the mouse (due to the batteries), and the placement of the sensor. It is to the left side of the mouse, which is pretty strange. Most mice have the sensor in the center. Something to think about.
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I took this shot to show you how the mouse fit in my hand, I'd say my hand is a medium to large size hand. I really don't know if left handed people could use this mouse, but if did feel comfortable in my right hand. The buttons are big enough and the scroll wheel has just the right amount of tension while scrolling, but pressing the scroll button is a bit harder. The second pic is a comparison of the three wireless optical mice I have.
The performance of the mouse is great, I've been using it for about a month like I said and I haven't had to replace the batteries yet. I'm using this at school and home and both are basically operating the same. I have noticed no delay in response time, but then again, there is no FPS game that I want to play right now, I did test it in Tribes 2 and it was okay. Damn games, I need Freelancer! (Later article...) Anyway, the mouse light will get dimmer if it is not in use for a second or so. After it gets dimmer, it'll keep getting dimmer till it is in a 'sleep' mode. If you left it alone for awhile, you'll need to move the mouse for like 2 seconds to make sure it catches while your moving it. It has to save battery power somehow! For a mouse, it is good. It replaced my Intellimouse Explorer.
<B>Keyboard</B>:
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This is the BEST keyboard I've ever owned in my life. Seriously, no delay whatsoever. I have the wired version of this for my Mom and it is simply the best design in a keyboard. The keyboard is flat in design, so you don't need to elevate it much to type (if you normally do like I do). This means the keys aren't sloped towards you and I feel is better ergonomically, but what do I know? The two above pics show you the special buttons of the keyboard. I don't use the left buttons, but I use the top ones alot. It controls volume and stuff, like on a cd player. All in all, this wireless keyboard is worth $100 alone. Trust me, if you can't afford this one, get the wired one it is just as good.
<B>Receiver</B>:
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Since we are operating wirelessly, we need a receiver to handle all the transmission stuff. Naturally, it is black and it comes with USB and PS2 ports alike. I still use PS2, so I'm glad it is still there. Since the keyboard is wireless, the indicator lights have been moved to the receiver to save power. It will show you the numlock status and the other functions. The Duo is RF, so line of sight isn't required. This is pretty much standard now, even cheap as wireless optical mice are RF.
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</center>This is what you'll be using with this set, the other parts are really of no concern. The first pic is the top and the second is the bottom. I'll go over the details as well. Let me say that the colors are nice, silver on black. It is nice having matching keyboards and mice.
<B>Mouse</B>:
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</center>The mouse is shaped different from my other mice. The curve's center is faced on the right side of the mouse instead of the left. After using it for about 5 minutes, I didn't notice it, but it is different than my Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer. There is a single 4th button on the mouse, and it is a pretty weird spot. It is below the thumb, instead of above it. This took some getting used to as all the other mice I had had these extra buttons above the thumb. You'll be dragging your thumb on your mouse pad till you get the feel of it. The two major things that I had to get used to was the weight of the mouse (due to the batteries), and the placement of the sensor. It is to the left side of the mouse, which is pretty strange. Most mice have the sensor in the center. Something to think about.
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</center>I took this shot to show you how the mouse fit in my hand, I'd say my hand is a medium to large size hand. I really don't know if left handed people could use this mouse, but if did feel comfortable in my right hand. The buttons are big enough and the scroll wheel has just the right amount of tension while scrolling, but pressing the scroll button is a bit harder. The second pic is a comparison of the three wireless optical mice I have.
The performance of the mouse is great, I've been using it for about a month like I said and I haven't had to replace the batteries yet. I'm using this at school and home and both are basically operating the same. I have noticed no delay in response time, but then again, there is no FPS game that I want to play right now, I did test it in Tribes 2 and it was okay. Damn games, I need Freelancer! (Later article...) Anyway, the mouse light will get dimmer if it is not in use for a second or so. After it gets dimmer, it'll keep getting dimmer till it is in a 'sleep' mode. If you left it alone for awhile, you'll need to move the mouse for like 2 seconds to make sure it catches while your moving it. It has to save battery power somehow! For a mouse, it is good. It replaced my Intellimouse Explorer.
<B>Keyboard</B>:
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</center>This is the BEST keyboard I've ever owned in my life. Seriously, no delay whatsoever. I have the wired version of this for my Mom and it is simply the best design in a keyboard. The keyboard is flat in design, so you don't need to elevate it much to type (if you normally do like I do). This means the keys aren't sloped towards you and I feel is better ergonomically, but what do I know? The two above pics show you the special buttons of the keyboard. I don't use the left buttons, but I use the top ones alot. It controls volume and stuff, like on a cd player. All in all, this wireless keyboard is worth $100 alone. Trust me, if you can't afford this one, get the wired one it is just as good.
<B>Receiver</B>:
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</center>Since we are operating wirelessly, we need a receiver to handle all the transmission stuff. Naturally, it is black and it comes with USB and PS2 ports alike. I still use PS2, so I'm glad it is still there. Since the keyboard is wireless, the indicator lights have been moved to the receiver to save power. It will show you the numlock status and the other functions. The Duo is RF, so line of sight isn't required. This is pretty much standard now, even cheap as wireless optical mice are RF.