Software

X-keys Hardware Mode

All current X-keys USB devices are shipped in what we call Software Mode.  The X-keys identifies itself to the operating system as a unique device and requires our software (MacroWorks 3, or ControllerMate) to interact with your operating system and applications.

The following X-keys USB devices also have the capability to operate in what we call Hardware Mode.   

In Hardware Mode, the X-keys stores keyboard sequences and combinations in on-board, non-volatile memory. This feature is very useful for programming an X-keys on one system and moving it to another. In this way, we can support operating systems (like Linux) which do not support our programming software.  A System Administrator or Assistive Technology Professional can also use this method to set up an X-keys on their computer and move it to the end user’s computer without installing additional software. 

We offer three applications for converting an X-keys to Hardware Mode. To determine which software is compatible with your X-keys device check the label on the back of the X-keys. "SE" firmware requires Macro Recorder. "MWII" firmware requires the Hardware Mode Programming Utility. The new XK-24 and other Pi3 devices are programmable with our MacroWorks 3 software.

X-keys Hardware Mode Programming Utility

  • For current (MWII) versions of X-keys USB Desktop, Pro, Stick, and Switch Interface
  • Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and 7
  • Requires the most current versions of Direct X and .NET Framework (see below)
  • Free download (see below)

X-keys Hardware Mode Programming Utility Download

NOTE: Please verify you have the latest versions of Direct X & .NET Framework before you install the Hardware Mode Programming Utility.

Download the latest version of Direct X HERE.

Download the latest version of .NET Framework HERE.

Download X-keys Hardware Mode Programming Utility HERE (http://www.piengineering.com/download/TechSupport/xkhwmpuv.exe).

Quick Start Guide for X-keys Hardware Mode Programming Utility (XHMPU)

After installing the X-keys Hardware Mode Programming Utility (XHMPU), please make sure you exit out of our other programs (MacroWorks II or MacroWorks 3) before launching XHMPU.

  • Press a key or click on a key image to open the programming window.
  • Click the Start button to begin recording keystrokes.
  • Click OK to save the macro.
  • If you make a mistake, click Stop and then Start to start over.
  • Mouse buttons and other special macros can be selected under the "Other Macros" button.
  • When finished, click the "Write and Convert Button".
  • Follow any instructions regarding the programming switch.
  • When the "Write Success" message appears on the bottom of the window, programming is complete.
  • When asked to continue, click "No" unless you are programming multiple units.

If you have any difficulty, please contact us: tech@xkeys.com

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