THUNDEROBOT K98 Wired Mechanical Keyboard User Manual

1. Entwodiksyon

Thank you for choosing the THUNDEROBOT K98 Wired Mechanical Keyboard. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your new keyboard. Please read it carefully to ensure optimal performance and a safe user experience.

2. Enfòmasyon sou Sekirite

BEFORE USING AND OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW TO ENSURE THE EQUIPMENT IS PERFORMING BEST AND TO AVOID DANGEROUS OR ILLEGAL SITUATIONS.

1. Please use the equipment at a temperature of 0°C-35°C and store the equipment and accessories at a temperature of -10°C-+40°C. When the ambient temperature is too high or too low, it may cause equipment failure.
2. The equipment and its accessories may contain some small parts. Please place the equipment and its accessories out of children's reach. Children may inadvertently damage the equipment and accessories, or swallow small parts causing suffocation or other hazards.
3. Tanpri evite lapli oswa dampness of the equipment and its accessories, otherwise it may cause fire or electric shock.
4. Please keep the equipment and its battery away from fire sources, high temperatures, and direct sunlight. It is forbidden to throw the battery into the fire, dismantle, fall, squeeze, or modify the battery. It is forbidden to immerse the battery in liquid to avoid external blow and pressure, which may cause battery leakage, overheating, fire, or explosion.
5. Do not replace the battery by yourself, otherwise it may damage the battery, resulting in overheating, fire, and personal injury.
6. Pa demonte oswa modifye ekipman an (ki gen ladan ranplasman batri a bati-an) ak Pwodwi pou Telefòn li yo, otreman ekipman an ak Pwodwi pou Telefòn li yo pa nan sijè ki abòde lan garanti a.
7. Please dispose of the equipment, batteries, and other accessories according to local regulations and they should not be treated as household garbage. If the battery is not disposed of properly, the battery may explode.

3. Pake kontni

Asire w tout atik yo prezan nan pakè a:

• Klavye x 1
• Spare switch x 2
• Keycap puller x 1
• Switch puller x 1
• User manual/Certificate x 1

Image: THUNDEROBOT K98 Keyboard and included accessories.

4. Enstalasyon

The THUNDEROBOT K98 is a wired mechanical keyboard designed for easy plug-and-play functionality.

1. Dekonpoze: Retire klavye a ak tout akseswa yo nan anbalaj la avèk prekosyon.
2. Konekte: Plug the USB cable from the keyboard into an available USB port on your computer (Desktop, Laptop, Tablet).
3. Rekonesans Sistèm: Your operating system (Windows, Android, iOS, MAC) should automatically detect and install the necessary drivers.
4. Premye itilizasyon: The keyboard is now ready for use. You can customize lighting effects and other functions as described in the Operating Instructions section.

Image: THUNDEROBOT K98 Keyboard with USB connection.

5. Operasyon Enstriksyon

5.1. Backlight Effects and Adjustment

• Cycle Lighting Effects: Peze FN + Ins to cycle through various lighting effects: Ripple, Shadow, Sine Wave, Rotating Windmill, Rainbow Cascade, Blooming Wealth, Steady Mode, Breathing Mode, Dreamy Rainbow, Instant Touch, Strolling in the Rain, Key Ripples, Stars Twinkling, Snow Traces, Constant Flow.
• Adjust Backlight Color: Peze FN + Del to cycle through backlight colors: red, green, blue, yellow, pink, cyan, white, RGB.
• Ajiste Klate ekleraj: Peze FN + ↑ (Up Arrow) and FN + ↓ (Down Arrow) to adjust backlight brightness. There are 5 levels of adjustment. When adjusted to the extreme level, the 4 indicator lights will flash 3 times.
• Adjust Backlight Flow Speed: Peze FN + ← (Left Arrow) and FN + → (Right Arrow) to adjust the backlight flow speed. There are 5 levels of adjustment. When adjusted to the extreme level, the 4 indicator lights will flash 3 times.

Image: The keyboard features 16.8 million color RGB backlighting with 16 preset effects and audio visualizer.

5.2. Light Recording (Custom Lighting)

1. Peze FN + Backspace to enter custom lighting recording mode. The ESC, A, S, D, W keys and the 4 directional keys will light up.
2. Peze FN + Backspace again to start recording. The 4 indicator lights will continuously flash.
3. Continuously press the desired key to cycle through colors. Set other keys to create your required backlight pattern.
4. After completing the setup, press FN + Backspace to store the custom lighting. The indicator lights will stop flashing.
5. To play light macros, press FN + Backspace, and the defined key lights will remain lit (the FN key cannot customize lighting).

5.3. WIN Key Lock

• Peze FN + WIN to lock the WIN key function.
• Repete FN + WIN pou déblotché.
• Nòt: The WIN key function does not lock under MAC system.

5.4. MAC/WIN Function Key Switching

• The default system is WIN.
• Peze FN + W once to switch to WIN system (the 4 indicator lights flash 3 times).
• Peze FN + A to switch to MAC system (the 4 indicator lights flash 3 times).

5.5. Fonksyon Miltimedya

MAC Multimedia Functions:

• FN + F1: Decrease Screen Brightness
• FN + F2: Increase Screen Brightness
• FN + F3: Display Mission Control
• FN + F4: Summon Siri (release after 200MS)
• FN + F5: App Exposé (control down arrow)
• FN + F6: Search (Command+space)
• FN + F7: Track Previous
• FN + F8: Pran yon poz
• FN + F9: Next Track
• FN + F10: bèbè
• FN + F11: Volim desann
• FN + F12: Volim leve

WIN Multimedia Functions:

• FN + F1: Òdinatè mwen
• FN + F2: Lakay
• FN + F3: Kalkilatè
• FN + F4: Media Player
• FN + F5: Track Previous
• FN + F6: Next Track
• FN + F7: jwe/poz
• FN + F8: Sispann
• FN + F9: bèbè
• FN + F10: Volim desann
• FN + F11: Volim leve
• FN + F12: Imèl

5.6. FN Composite Keys

• FN + I: Lakay
• FN + O: fini
• FN + P: ScrLk (Scroll Lock)

5.7. Reyajiste nan paramèt faktori yo

• Peze epi kenbe FN + ESC for three seconds to restore factory settings and clear all macro settings.

6. Antretyen

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your THUNDEROBOT K98 keyboard, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Netwayaj: Regularly clean the keyboard with a soft, dry cloth. For deeper cleaning, use a can of compressed air to remove dust and debris from between the keycaps. You may use the included keycap puller to remove keycaps for thorough cleaning.
• Evite likid: Do not expose the keyboard to liquids. If liquid spills occur, immediately disconnect the keyboard and allow it to dry completely before reconnecting.
• Depo: Lè w pa ap itilize klavye a, sere l nan yon kote ki fre epi sèk, lwen limyè solèy dirèk ak tanperati ekstrèm.
• Swen kab: Evite pliye oswa tòde kab USB a twòp pou anpeche li domaje.
• Ranplasman switch: Utilize the provided switch puller to carefully remove and replace hot-swappable switches. Ensure proper alignment when inserting new switches to avoid bending pins.

Image: The keyboard features full hot-swappable keys, compatible with 3 or 5-pin switches, allowing for easy customization of typing feel.

NAN. Depanaj

If you encounter any issues with your THUNDEROBOT K98 keyboard, please refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Klavye a pa reponn:
  • Ensure the USB cable is securely connected to both the keyboard and your computer.
  • Eseye branche klavye a nan yon lòt pò USB.
  • Rekòmanse òdinatè w lan.
  • Teste klavye a sou yon lòt òdinatè pou elimine yon pwoblèm espesifik nan sistèm nan.
• Limyè dèyè a pa fonksyone/pa kòrèk:
  • Check backlight brightness settings using FN + ↑/↓.
  • Cycle through backlight effects and colors using FN + Ins epi FN + Del.
  • Fè yon reset faktori (FN + ESC for 3 seconds) to clear any custom lighting profiles that might be interfering.
• Kle espesifik ki pa fonksyone:
  • Since the keyboard is hot-swappable, carefully remove the non-functioning keycap and switch using the provided tools.
  • Inspect the switch for any visible damage or bent pins. Try re-inserting the switch firmly.
  • If available, try replacing the switch with one of the spare switches provided.
• WIN Key Locked:
  • Peze FN + WIN to toggle the WIN key lock.

8. Espesifikasyon

Image: Detailed specifications for the THUNDEROBOT K98 keyboard.

Image: Specifications for Outemu Red (Linear) and Brown (Tactile) switches, including actuation force, actuation distance, and travel distance.

Image: Diagram illustrating the improved gasket mount design, enhancing typing comfort and durability with layers including PBT/MDA profile keycaps, key switches, top case, Flex Cut PC mounting plate, Poron foam, IXPE Switch-pad sound dampening foam, acrylic sound dampening gel + PET back film, bottom case, two-stage tilt feet, and silicone foot pads.

Image: The 98% compact layout design saves desktop space while maintaining full keyboard functionality, providing a tidy workspace.

Image: Adjusted Stabilizer components. The improved stabilizer enhances stability and precision, factory-lubricated for smooth operation and minimized noise. Optimized space between the stem and housing ensures consistent key feel and sound.

Image: Anti-slip silicone pads with three-level adjustable feet. The keyboard is equipped with anti-slip silicone pads on the top and bottom of the back, ensuring stable use. The two-stage feet allow for three levels of angle adjustment, providing a more comfortable experience for gaming and typing.

9. Konsèy itilizatè yo

• Customizing Your Typing Experience: The THUNDEROBOT K98 features hot-swappable switches, allowing you to easily change the feel and sound of your keyboard. If you prefer a different tactile or linear response, you can purchase compatible 3-pin or 5-pin switches and swap them out using the included switch puller. This is particularly useful if you're looking for a specific combination, such as blue keycaps with brown switches, as mentioned by other users.
• Eksperyans ak RGB: Don't be afraid to explore the 16 preset RGB lighting effects and custom recording mode. Personalizing your keyboard's lighting can enhance your gaming or work setup.
• Ergonomi: Utilize the keyboard's three-level adjustable feet to find the most comfortable typing angle for extended use.

10. Garanti ak sipò

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official THUNDEROBOT websit la oubyen kontakte machann ou an. Kenbe resi acha ou kòm prèv acha pou nenpòt reklamasyon garanti.

A user manual in PDF format is available for download: THUNDEROBOT K98 User Manual (PDF)