ProtoArc T1 Plus Bluetooth Trackpad User Manual

1. Introduction

The ProtoArc T1 Plus is a large, high-precision wireless Bluetooth trackpad designed for enhanced navigation and multi-gesture control on Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers. This manual provides detailed instructions for setup, operation, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance.

Note de compatibilité: This trackpad is exclusively compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems. It is not compatible with Mac, Chrome OS, or Linux. Attempting to use it with unsupported systems may result in missing gestures or connection instability.

Image 1.1: ProtoArc T1 Plus trackpad demonstrating compatibility with Windows 10 and 11.

2. Produit terminéview

The ProtoArc T1 Plus features a large, smooth touch surface and a slim metallic design for comfortable and efficient use. It includes physical buttons for left and right clicks and supports various multi-finger gestures.

Image 2.1: Comparison of the ProtoArc T1 Plus (6.4 inches) with a standard laptop touchpad.

2.1 Composants physiques

• Surface tactile : The primary area for gesture control and cursor movement.
• Left/Right Physical Buttons: Located at the bottom of the trackpad for traditional click functions.
• Interrupteur: Toggles the trackpad On/Off.
• Bouton de connexion : Lance le mode de couplage Bluetooth.
• Port de charge de type C : Pour recharger la batterie interne.
• Bluetooth Channel Indicators (1, 2, 3): Indicate the currently active Bluetooth connection.
• Patins antidérapants : Located on the bottom to prevent movement during use.

Image 2.2 : Haut view of the ProtoArc T1 Plus trackpad.

3. Installation et connexion

3.1 Charging the Trackpad

The T1 Plus trackpad features a rechargeable 500mAh lithium battery. Use the included Type-C cable to charge the device. A full charge takes approximately 1-2 hours and provides up to 50 hours of use.

1. Connect the Type-C end of the charging cable to the trackpad's charging port.
2. Connectez l'extrémité USB-A du câble à une source d'alimentation (par exemple, un port USB d'ordinateur, un adaptateur secteur USB).
3. Le voyant de charge s'allumera pendant la charge et s'éteindra une fois la charge complète.

Image 3.1: ProtoArc T1 Plus connected for Type-C charging.

3.2 Bluetooth Connection (Windows 10/11)

The trackpad connects exclusively via Bluetooth. Ensure your Windows 10/11 device has Bluetooth connectivity enabled.

1. Turn on the trackpad using the MARCHE/ARRÊT changer.
2. Appuyez sur le Connecter button on the side of the trackpad. One of the Bluetooth channel indicator lights (1, 2, or 3) will start blinking, indicating it's in pairing mode.
3. On your Windows 10/11 computer, go to Paramètres → Bluetooth et autres appareils.
4. Cliquez Ajouter un Bluetooth ou un autre appareil, puis sélectionnez Bluetooth.
5. Sélectionnez « ProtoArc T1 Plus » dans la liste des appareils disponibles.
6. Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the pairing process. The indicator light on the trackpad will become solid when connected.

3.3 Connexion multi-appareils

The T1 Plus can connect to up to three different devices simultaneously. Use the mode switch button (corresponding to indicators 1, 2, 3) to switch between paired devices.

1. To pair with a second or third device, press the Connecter button until a different channel indicator (e.g., 2 or 3) blinks.
2. Repeat the Bluetooth pairing steps (3-6) from section 3.2 for the new device.
3. To switch between devices, simply press the Connecter button to cycle through the paired channels (1, 2, 3). The corresponding indicator light will illuminate.

Image 3.2: Multi-device connectivity of the ProtoArc T1 Plus trackpad.

4. Operation & Gestures

The T1 Plus trackpad supports a variety of multi-touch gestures for intuitive navigation. The large, ultra-smooth surface provides a comfortable user experience.

Image 4.1: High precision and sensitive response of the trackpad.

4.1 Gestes de base

• Tap to Click: Single-finger tap for left-click.
• Clic secondaire (clic droit) : Two-finger tap.
• Traîne: Double-click with one finger and hold, then drag.
• Rouleau: Slide two fingers up or down.
• Zoom avant/arrière : Pincez avec deux doigts.

4.2 Multi-Finger Gestures (Windows 10/11)

• Three-finger Tap: By default, opens the taskbar search box.
• Three-finger Slide (Left/Right): Slides between previous/next mission (desktop).
• Three-finger Slide (Up/Down): Slides up to show all open windows (Task View) or down to desktop.
• Four-finger Click: Activates operation (Windows 10/11).
• Four-finger Swipe: Changes between virtual desktops.

Image 4.2: Physical buttons and gesture controls.

4.3 Adjusting Cursor Speed

You can customize the cursor speed to your preference through Windows settings.

1. Ouvrir Paramètres Windows.
2. Accéder à Bluetooth et autres appareils.
3. Sélectionner Pavé tactile.
4. Adjust the "Cursor speed" slider to your desired sensitivity. Test small incremental changes to find your ideal speed.

Image 4.3: Steps to adjust touchpad cursor speed in Windows.

4.4 Touch-Sensitive Area

Please note that only the designated area on the trackpad is touch-sensitive. Touching outside this region will not produce a response.

Image 4.4: Illustration of the trackpad's touch-sensitive area.

5. Dépannage

5.1 Trackpad Unresponsive After Keyboard Use

If the trackpad becomes unresponsive briefly after pressing a keyboard key, you may need to adjust the touchpad sensitivity setting in Windows.

1. Aller à Paramètres Windows → Bluetooth et autres appareils.
2. Sélectionner Pavé tactile.
3. Under "Taps," adjust the "Touchpad sensitivity" setting. Lower sensitivity results in longer response times, while higher sensitivity shortens the response time. The default is Medium sensitivity.

Image 5.1: Adjusting touchpad sensitivity in Windows settings.

5.2 Problèmes de déconnexion Bluetooth

• Ensure your Windows 10/11 device has a stable Bluetooth connection.
• Verify that the trackpad is sufficiently charged.
• If your laptop's built-in touchpad is disabled, any external wired or wireless touchpad connected to it may also be disabled. Ensure the built-in touchpad is enabled if you encounter issues.
• Re-pair the trackpad with your device if connection issues persist.

5.3 General Compatibility Notes

• The T1 Plus is a wireless Bluetooth trackpad only; it does not support wired mode. The Type-C cable is for charging only.
• Some touchpad gestures or functions may be missing or behave unexpectedly if used with unsupported operating systems.

6. Spécifications

7. Garantie et assistance

The ProtoArc T1 Plus trackpad comes with a Garantie d'un an du fabricant.

For product support, technical assistance, or warranty claims, please contact ProtoArc customer service. You can also visit the official ProtoArc store for more information:

ProtoArc Official Store

Standard return policy: 30 days for refund/replacement.