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ROCCAT Arvo ROC-12-501-AM Black USB Wired Gaming Compact Keyboard

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The only keyboard featuring macro keys for the thumb

More space on the desktop without the need to forgo all the usual functions. This and a whole lot more besides is offered by the compact ROCCAT Arvo. It’s the first keyboard to offer a gaming mode integrated into the numpad and unique thumbster keys. These three extra keys can be assigned macros or the practical timer function, which can’t be found on any other keyboard on the planet.

SIZE MATTERS It’s no coincidence that the ROCCAT Arvo is part of the ROCCAT Smart Desktop Management System. In contrast to other keyboards, it only has a tiny desktop footprint. As a result, neither the mousepad nor mouse will get in your way – plus optimum use is made of the gaming zone. The Arvo is perfect even for arrow key gamers, who prefer to position their keyboards diagonally to the monitor and mousepad, as it doesn’t collide with the monitor or hang over the edge of the desk.
DUAL-ASSIGNMENT NUM PAD You don’t have sacrifice anything with the ROCCAT Arvo. The smaller size has been achieved simply by combining the numpad and arrow-key pad. This means that it has all the usual keyboard functions, yet it takes up considerably less space. It’s easy to switch between normal and gaming mode simply by pressing the mode switch button. In gaming mode the arrow keys are illuminated in blue which means gaming even in the dark isn’t a problem. What’s more, two additional, freely programmable macro keys are available which are positioned for optimum access to the left and right of the arrow keys.
UNIQUE THUMBSTER KEYS You’ll find three further macro keys positioned beneath the spacebar. These can be individually programmed and can be easily operated using the thumb without being pressed accidently. At last, there’s something new for your thumb to do apart from just hitting the spacebar. From now on you can cast healing or attack spells with your thumb. Another unique function is the ROCCAT Timer which allows the time it takes for special items to revive to be timed to perfection in many games. The ROCCAT Timer can be executed, paused or stopped to within a fraction of a second.
PERFECT KEYSTROKE It’s not just its compact design that makes the ROCCAT Arvo the perfect gaming keyboard. It also has an unusually positive keystroke. Because of their optimum height, keys can be pressed with particular precision. Being of medium height means they’re not just comfortable for typing; they also offer a perfect pressure point.
INTEGRATED METAL PLATE The Arvo is as good as indestructible thanks to the integrated metal plate. It forgives those little temper tantrums during gaming, and the thump on the edge of the desk that frequently ensues, without so much as a murmur. The rugged metal plate also means it’s perfectly weighted and therefore exceptionally stable. Furthermore, the perfect gaming height can be achieved by folding out the lock-on keyboard legs which cling to any surface like little suction cups thanks to their non-slip coating.

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Model

Brand: ROCCAT

Name: Arvo

Model: ROC-12-501-AM

Keyboard Connection Type

Keyboard Interface: USB

Keyboard SPEC

Design Style: Gaming

Palm Rest: Yes

Keyboard Color: Black

Type

Type: Wired

Mouse Included

Mouse Included: No

OS / System Requirement

Operating System Supported: Windows XP/Vista/Vista64/Windows 7

System Requirement: USB 1.1 Port
CD-ROM Drive

Features

Features: Compact design - creates optimum gamespace

Mode switch button for switching between Num Pad function and Gaming Mode

3 Programmable thumbster keys - easy to reach with your thumb

2 Additional macro keys for individual keyboard commands

Macro manager - create complex command sequences

Anti-ghosting capability for simultaneous keystrokes

Medium-height keys with an optimum keystroke response and perfect pressure point

High durability with robust metal base

6 Illuminated status keys - directional keys, mode switch button and Caps Lock key

Key deactivation for disabling Windows, Menu, Caps Lock and Tab keys

Ultra effective non-slip base with special lock-on keyboard feet for a comfortable gaming height

Packaging

Package Contents: ROCCAT Arvo Compact Gaming Keyboard
Inari Case Mission Book with ID Card
ROCCAT Arvo Driver CD incl. Manual (PDF)
Quick Install Guide

Quick Info

Warranty

Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year

Manufacturer Contact Info

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sykozis 2/9/2013 4:24:33 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 4/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5 Pros: Compact size, macro support Cons: It doesn't correct spelling mistakes before I make them. The software crashes in Windows 8 when trying to save profile settings. Other Thoughts: I usually don't review keyboards at all unless they're just utter garbage. This is far from the case with the Roccat Arvo. I've found using this keyboard to be extremely enjoyable to use. It's quite comfortable as well. The small size makes it very easy to fit on pretty well any keyboard tray without issue. The software however, does leave a bit to be desired.....but not much. You get 5 macros keys, 2 of which are controlled by the "Mode" switch. You can disable windows keys, the menu key, caps lock key and the tab key from within the software. You can create up to 5 profiles for your macro keys, but unfortunately profiles don't effect which keys (if any) are enabled/disabled. The software seems to have some issues with Windows8. I tried contacting Roccat about this and was told to try creating a rule in the Windows firewall (which I don't even use). If you're using Windows Vista or Windows 7....it's a great keyboard. If you're using Windows 8, hopefully you don't need the keyboard profiles. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 8/15/2012 5:35:39 PM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 2/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 4/5Where's my CD? Pros: I've had a multitude of gaming keyboards but I needed something for a sliding keyboard shelf and still have room for a mouse pad. Compact is an understatement when referring to this board. But small as it is, it actually has the best feeling keys I've played with. The thumb macros are also nice, and I like that it condenses the arrow keys in the num pad. The software that is supposed to come with it is really nice as well. I'm not going to go all into what it can do, if you are that interested check out the website, but this keyboard can do a lot for the size. Cons: It is supposed to come with a software and driver CD but mine did not come with it. Wouldn't be a big deal but when you download it from the website it is in a .RAR format and is kind of a pain to open. Minus a star for not coming with the proper materials. Other Thoughts: If you need a really great gaming keyboard but space is at a premium, jump on this thing. You won't be sorry. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
N/A 7/27/2012 1:29:32 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 2/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 4/5Nice keyboard Pros: Great quality keys and response time, nice leds and modes with macro buttons. Cons: Smaller than i expected and causes a bit of time needed to get use to especially small backspace key Other Thoughts: i got it on sale for 20 bucks and is a great product so far but will take some time to get use to but thats just me Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Dreckspatz 7/16/2012 9:59:09 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 5/5	Rating: 5/5Excellent keyboard! Pros: Nice to see that ROCCAT is now selling their products in the US market. I've actually had mine for 2 years, but had to use a company in Europe to get it. The price was a bit ridiculous then compared to what it is here. Anyway, the keyboard is very functional and very small. In fact. the whole reason I got this keyboard was for the size. It was the only "gaming" keyboard I could find that didn't take up the whole desk. There is nothing worse than a huge, clunky keyboard getting in the way. The keys also feel great when pressed, and it's held up superbly to my 2 years of torture. I've never had any problems with it. Great product, and I'd like to see an LED version in the future. Cons: None. 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!