Adesso Tru-Form Pro PCK-308UB

Manufacturer: Adesso, Inc. Part number: PCK-308UB

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Bottom Line:: The Adesso Tru-Form Pro is a decent introduction to split keyboards, but there are more comfortable models that cost less.
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Adesso Tru-Form Pro PCK-308UB

price range: $57.92 - $67.99

Reviewed by: Michelle Thatcher
Reviewed on: 05/15/2008

The good: Split design more comfortable than traditional keyboards; quick-launch keys cut down on mousing; built-in touch pad.

The bad: Expensive; height not adjustable; small keys; wrist rest not padded; incorporated touch pad is awkward.

The bottom line: The Adesso Tru-Form Pro is a decent introduction to split keyboards, but there are more comfortable models that cost less.

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The $79 Adesso Tru-Form Pro is a basic split keyboard that's designed to reduce hand and wrist pain by promoting a neutral typing position. And the Tru-Form Pro is indeed more comfortable than a standard flat keyboard. However, it lacks the height-adjustment features and wider key design of the less expensive (and, in our opinion, more comfortable) Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000. About the only advantage the Tru-Form offers over the Microsoft model: the keys are less resistant, so those who suffer finger pain while typing might find the Tru-Form more comfortable. For everyone else, though, the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard offers more comfort for less money.

Like other ergonomic keyboards, the Adesso Tru-Form Pro features a split design that separates your right and left hands for a more natural typing position. Aside from splitting the right and left sides of the board, the Tru-Form Pro has few differences from a traditional keyboard. Rather than elongated keys for more comfortable finger movement, the Tru-Form Pro keys are average-sized squares. The keys do have excellent travel, and their springiness provides some relief by reducing the amount of pressure required from your fingers. However, the overall typing experience is not as comfortable as it could have been, and we found ourselves wishing the keys themselves had been modified, as on other ergonomic split keyboards.

The Tru-Form Pro incorporates a number of features designed to cut down on mousing. A row of silver buttons at the top of the board come preprogrammed to launch your default Web browser or e-mail client and control media playback; we found ourselves relying heavily on the volume controls that are also situated nearby. Below the keyboard, at the center of the wrist rest, sits a touch pad with scroll, zoom, and forward/back controls. This option for navigation is a nice touch, but its awkward placement on the slanted front edge of the keyboard actually makes it difficult to use.

Adesso offers a one-year warranty with the Tru-Form Pro keyboard. The support site includes a thorough set of FAQs, driver downloads, and software options. Phone support is also available during the warranty period, though hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT.

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Specifications

Manufacturer: Adesso, Inc.
Part number: PCK-308UB
Description: Introducing the Tru-Form Pro by Adesso. Its contoured, split key design for ergonomic comfort with a Built in Touchpad acts as your mouse. Touchpad includes Left and Right mouse buttons and built-in wrist support. Integrated touchpad eliminates the need for a mouse and saves valuable desk space. The Adesso Tru-Form Pro has multimedia keys that make this keyboard a comfortable, multi-featured keyboard that combines a host of Windows and Multimedia keys in a comfortable ergonomic design.

General
Device Type Keyboard
Form Factor External
Depth 10.7 in
Width 19.3 in
Height 2 in
Input Device
Interface USB
Ergonomic Design Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired
Buttons Qty 8
Keys Qty 105
Features Palm rest
Pointing Device / Manipulator Touchpad
Key/Button Function Multimedia, Programmable, Internet browsing
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slot(s) None
Interfaces None
Connections 1 x Keyboard - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style), 1 x Mouse - Generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style)
Miscellaneous
Cables Included 1 x Keyboard / mouse cable - 5 ft
Compliant Standards CE, FCC Class B certified
Software / System Requirements
OS Required Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows NT, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year

Cable(s) / Peripheral(s)
Cable(s) Included 1 Keyboard / mouse cable Integrated 5 ft
Interface(s) Required
Port(s) / Connector(s) Required 1 Keyboard Generic:6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style), 1 Mouse Generic:6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style)
Interface Provided
Port(s) Total (Free) None
Warranty
Service / Support Details Limited warranty 1 year
Expansion Slot(s)
Slot(s) Provided None

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