1. Introduction
The Logitech M720 Triathlon Mouse is designed for efficiency and versatility, allowing you to seamlessly switch between multiple devices. With dual connectivity options (Logitech Unifying™ receiver and Bluetooth® Smart), a hyper-fast scroll wheel, and a comfortable design, it's built to enhance your productivity across various operating systems.
Video: Official product demonstration of the Logitech M720 mouse.
2. Product Features
Familiarize yourself with the key components of your M720 mouse:
- Easy-switch: Buttons 1, 2, and 3 allow you to switch between up to three paired devices.
- Forward button: Navigates forward in web browsers or applications.
- Back button: Navigates backward in web browsers or applications.
- Toggle & connect button: Used for initiating pairing and switching between connectivity modes.
- Hyper-fast scroll-wheel: Allows for rapid scrolling through long documents or web pages.
- Battery LED: Indicates battery status.
- Thumb button: Customizable button for various functions.
- Dual Connectivity: Supports both Logitech Unifying™ receiver and Bluetooth® Smart.
- Battery & Receiver storage: Compartment for the AA battery and Unifying receiver.
Image: Overview of the Logitech M720's major functions, including multi-device switching, dual connection, 10-meter wireless range, 24-month battery life, comfortable design, and 8 custom buttons.
Image: Diagram showing the various buttons on the Logitech M720 mouse, including the middle button, scroll wheel, left/right scroll tilt buttons, forward/back buttons, and gesture button.
3. Setup Guide
3.1 Initial Setup
- Remove Pull Tab: Locate and remove the battery pull tab from the mouse to activate the pre-installed AA battery.
- Select Channel: Choose one of the three Easy-switch channels (1, 2, or 3) by pressing the corresponding button on the side of the mouse.
- Long Press to Pair: Press and hold the selected Easy-switch button for 3 seconds until the LED starts blinking rapidly. This indicates the mouse is in pairing mode.
- Connect: Proceed with either Unifying Receiver connection or Bluetooth connection as described below.
Image: The Logitech M720 mouse highlighting the Easy-switch buttons (1, 2, 3) for seamless multi-device switching.
3.2 Connecting with Logitech Unifying™ Receiver
The Unifying receiver provides a reliable wireless connection for your mouse.
Requirements:
- Available USB port
- Logitech Unifying Software (Windows 7, 8, 10 or later; Mac OS X 10.10 or later; Chrome OS)
Steps:
- Download the Logitech Unifying Software from
http://support.logitech.com/software/unifying. - Ensure your M720 mouse is turned on and the Unifying receiver is plugged into a USB port on your computer.
- Press and hold the desired Easy-switch button (1, 2, or 3) for 3 seconds until its LED blinks fast.
- Open the Unifying software and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing.
Re-pairing with Unifying:
If you need to pair your mouse with a second Unifying receiver or to another channel on the same receiver, you will need to use the Logitech Unifying Software.
3.3 Connecting with Bluetooth® Smart
Connect your M720 mouse directly to your device via Bluetooth.
Requirements:
- Your device must support Bluetooth Smart
- Operating System: Windows 8 or later, Mac OS X 10.10 or later, Android 5.0 or later
Steps:
- Ensure your M720 mouse is turned on.
- Press and hold the desired Easy-switch button (1, 2, or 3) for 3 seconds until its LED blinks fast.
- Open the Bluetooth settings or device manager on your computer or mobile device.
- Select