Quick Answer:

SPLAT Mode is the default operating mode of our X-keys devices, and is required to communicate with our MacroWorks II software, or any custom programmed software.

Further Details:

Overview:

SPLAT Mode is the required operating mode for working with our MacroWorks II software. While operating in SPLAT Mode your X-keys device's macros will be stored in a layout file on your computer. If you want to use your X-keys device on multiple computers you will need to copy your layout file to each of these computers.

Layout Files:

When operating in SPLAT Mode all of your device's macros are stored in a single layout file on your computer. X-keys MacroWorks II layout files are saved with a .mws file extension.

Programming Software:

Our MacroWorks II software is used to create and modify the layout files for USB X-keys devices operating in SPLAT Mode.

Device Compatibility:

PS/2 X-Keys Devices:

All X-keys PS/2 Devices operate in Memory Resident Mode only and their operating mode can not be changed. These devices do not support SPLAT Mode.

USB X-keys Devices:

X-keys Devices (pre September 2003): These devices operate in Memory Resident Mode only and their operating mode can not be changed. These devices do not support SPLAT Mode.

X-keys SE Devices: These devices can be switched between SPLAT Mode and Memory Resident Mode. SPLAT Mode is the default operating mode for these devices.

X-keys MWII Devices: These devices can be switched between SPLAT Mode and Boot Mode. SPLAT Mode is the default operating mode for these devices.

Converting to Splat Mode:

For instructions on how to convert your X-keys device to SPLAT Mode, please refer to the following KnowledgeBase article: How do I convert my X-keys device to SPLAT Mode?