LTC NB681 Nimbleback Wired 65% Mechanical Keyboard User Manual

1. Entwodiksyon

Welcome to the user manual for your new LTC NB681 Nimbleback Wired 65% Mechanical Keyboard. This guide provides detailed instructions on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your keyboard to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product.

Figure 1: LTC NB681 Nimbleback Wired 65% Mechanical Keyboard

2. Karakteristik kle

The LTC NB681 Nimbleback Keyboard is designed with a range of features to enhance your typing and gaming experience:

• Compact but Practical 65% Layout: Ultra-compact design with 68 keys, balancing functionality with space-saving. Includes practical arrow, navigation, and control keys.
• Hot-swappable Switches: Features a hot-swap PCB, allowing free replacement of 3-pin/5-pin MX-style switches (e.g., Gateron, Kailh). Equipped with quiet linear red switches for nimble reactions and quiet typing.
• 2 USB 2.0 Ports and Type-C Wired Connection: Two built-in USB passthrough ports for connecting peripheral devices like a mouse or flash drive, or for charging mobile devices. The Type-C wired connection ensures high-speed and stable data transmission.
• Dinamik RGB Backlight: Offers 18 preset backlight modes with 5 adjustable brightness and flowing speed levels, providing gorgeous color schemes and reactive effects.
• Professional Software Support: Customize keypress combinations, assign macros, and personalize RGB lighting effects using the powerful LTC drive software. Compatible with Windows 7/8/10, iOS, and Mac systems.

Figure 2: Visual representation of key features including 68-keys, 2 USB ports, detachable Type-C cable, hot-swappable switch, ergonomic angle, RGB backlit, stand-alone arrow keys, and anti-ghosting.

3. Enstalasyon

Follow these steps to set up your LTC NB681 keyboard:

1. Unboxing: Carefully remove the keyboard and all accessories from the packaging. Ensure you have the keyboard, USB-C cable, and any included tools (e.g., keycap puller, switch puller).
2. Konekte kab USB-C a: Plug the USB-C end of the provided cable into the Type-C port on the keyboard. Connect the other end (USB-A) to an available USB port on your computer.
3. Rekonesans Inisyal: Odinatè w la ta dwe detekte epi enstale chofè ki nesesè yo otomatikman. Sa ka pran kèk segond.
4. Pozisyon: Place the keyboard on a stable, flat surface. You can adjust the typing angle using the foldable feet on the underside of the keyboard for ergonomic comfort.
5. Enstalasyon lojisyèl (Si ou vle men ou rekòmande): For advanced customization, download the LTC drive software from the official LTC website. Install it on your Windows or Mac system to remap keys, assign macros, and customize RGB lighting.

Figure 3: Close-up of the keyboard's 2 built-in USB 2.0 passthrough ports and the detachable Type-C wired connection port.

4. Kijan pou itilize klavye w la

4.1 Fonksyon debaz

• Tape estanda: The keyboard functions as a standard QWERTY keyboard.
• Arrow, Navigation, and Control Keys: Despite its compact size, the NB681 includes dedicated arrow keys and essential navigation/control keys for convenience.

4.2 Kontwòl ekleraj RGB

The NB681 features dynamic RGB backlighting with multiple customization options:

• Chanje mòd: Peze Fn + \| (pipe key) to cycle through 18 preset backlight modes.
• Ajiste klète: Sèvi ak Fn + Flèch moute pou ogmante klète ak Fn + Flèch desann to decrease brightness (5 levels).
• Ajiste vitès: Sèvi ak Fn + Flèch Goch to decrease flowing speed and Fn + flèch dwat to increase flowing speed (5 levels).

Figure 4: The keyboard showcasing its dynamic 16.8 million RGB backlight with 19 modes and 5 brightness/speed levels.

4.3 Switch ki ka ranplase a cho

The hot-swappable design allows you to easily change switches without soldering:

1. Retire kouvèti kle a: Sèvi ak zouti pou rale bouchon kle a ki enkli a pou retire bouchon kle ou vle a dousman.
2. Retire switch la: Use the included switch puller to carefully grip the switch and pull it straight up.
3. Mete yon nouvo switch: Align the pins of the new 3-pin or 5-pin MX-style switch with the holes on the PCB. Press firmly until it clicks into place.
4. Ranplase kle a: Mete bouchon kle a tounen sou nouvo switch la.

Figure 5: Close-up demonstrating the hot-swappable switch feature, allowing easy replacement of 3-pin or 5-pin mechanical switches.

4.4 Professional Software Customization

The dedicated software allows for in-depth customization:

• Remape kle: Change the function of any key to suit your preferences.
• Macro Assignment: Create and assign complex macros for gaming or productivity tasks.
• Pèsonalizasyon ekleraj RGB: Design your own lighting effects, colors, and patterns beyond the preset modes.

Figure 6: Screenshot showing the professional software interface for customizing RGB backlight, remapping keys, and assigning macros.

5. Antretyen

Bon antretyen asire lonjevite ak pèfòmans klavye ou a:

• Netwayaj regilye: Use a soft brush or compressed air to remove dust and debris from between the keycaps. For deeper cleaning, remove keycaps and wipe the surface with a slightly damp cloth. Ensure the keyboard is disconnected before cleaning.
• Swen Chanjman: The hot-swappable design makes switch replacement easy if a switch becomes faulty or if you wish to try different switch types. Avoid excessive force when inserting or removing switches to prevent damage to the PCB sockets.
• Jesyon kab: Keep the USB-C cable untangled and avoid sharp bends to prevent internal wire damage.

NAN. Depanaj

If you encounter issues with your LTC NB681 keyboard, try the following steps:

• Klavye a pa reponn:
  • Asire w kab USB-C a byen konekte ak klavye a ak òdinatè a.
  • Eseye konekte klavye a nan yon lòt pò USB sou òdinatè w la.
  • Teste klavye a sou yon lòt òdinatè pou detèmine si pwoblèm nan soti nan klavye a oswa nan òdinatè orijinal la.
• RGB Lights Not Working/Incorrect:
  • Check the brightness settings using Fn + Flèch Anwo/Anba.
  • Chanje diferan mòd ekleraj lè l sèvi avèk Fn + \|.
  • Si w ap itilize lojisyèl la, asire w ke pwofesyonèl ekleraj lafiles are correctly applied and the software is up to date.
• Keys Not Registering/Double Typing:
  • This could indicate a faulty switch. Use the switch puller to remove the problematic switch and replace it with a spare or a known good switch.
  • Asire w switch la byen chita nan priz li.
• Lojisyèl la pa rekonèt klavye a:
  • Ensure the keyboard is connected directly to the computer (avoiding USB hubs if possible).
  • Restart your computer and the software.
  • Reinstall the LTC drive software.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, please contact LTC customer support for further assistance.

7. Espesifikasyon

Figure 7: Comparison of the ultra-compact 68-key design with a full-size keyboard, highlighting its space-saving benefits.

Figure 8: Illustration of the ergonomic design with foldable feet for 10-degree and 5-degree typing angles, and anti-slip pads.

8. Garanti ak sipò

For detailed warranty information and customer support, please refer to the official LTC websit la oswa dokiman acha ou a.

You can also find additional resources and a downloadable PDF user manual here: Manyèl Itilizatè Ofisyèl (PDF)

For more products and support, visit the LTC Store on Amazon.