Why do I have to keep re-connecting my wireless keyboard?

I have an older wireless keyboard, the acrylic with white keys, and i have to keep re-connecting the signal after long periods of rest. It switches to different symbols and just doesn't work right unless I shut it off and turn it back on again. Do I HAVE to but the new keyboard?

Hello:
Before you buy a new one, try resetting the PRAM and SMC.  You might also make the KB a favorite.
Barry

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