Keyboard shortcut to rename files in Finder

Hi,
How can I create a keyboard shortcut to rename files in Finder, preferrably "F2"?
I know I can click on the filename twice in Finder with a short delay and then I can rename it - but that's a drag if you have to rename a lot of files....
I'm also aware of the possibility to create shortcuts in
System Preferences -> Keyboard & Mouse -> Keyboard Shortcuts
...just can't figure out how to create the shortcut I need
Thanks,
Koinseb

Select a file and press return to edit the name without the delay.
You might look at A Better Finder Rename if you have many files to rename:
http://www.publicspace.net/ABetterFinderRename/
hth,
b.

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