RAPOO M500 Silent Wireless Mouse

Rapoo M500 Silent Wireless Mouse User Manual

Model: M500 / RP M500 BL

Brand: RAPOO

1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Rapoo M500 Silent Wireless Mouse. This manual provides detailed instructions on how to set up, operate, and maintain your mouse to ensure optimal performance and a seamless user experience.

1.1. Package Contents:

Rapoo M500 Silent Wireless Mouse with USB receiver

The Rapoo M500 Silent Wireless Mouse, shown alongside its compact USB receiver. The mouse features an ergonomic design with a scroll wheel and multiple buttons.

2. Key Features

Rapoo M500 mouse connected to a laptop, tablet, and smartphone via different Bluetooth versions

This image illustrates the multi-device connection capability of the Rapoo M500 mouse, showing it wirelessly connected to a laptop via 2.4G, a tablet via Bluetooth 3.0/4.0, and a smartphone via Bluetooth 5.0, highlighting its versatility.

Hand using the Rapoo M500 mouse with an icon indicating 90% noise reduction

A close-up of a hand using the Rapoo M500 mouse, emphasizing its silent click feature with an accompanying graphic indicating a 90% reduction in click noise.

Rapoo M500 mouse being placed into a jeans pocket, demonstrating its portability

The Rapoo M500 mouse is shown being easily slipped into a jeans pocket, illustrating its compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable for users on the go.

3. Setup Guide

3.1. Battery Installation

The Rapoo M500 mouse comes with pre-installed AA batteries. If you need to replace them:

  1. Open the battery compartment cover located on the underside of the mouse.
  2. Insert two AA batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
  3. Close the battery compartment cover.
Rapoo M500 mouse on a desk with text '2AA=12Months' indicating battery life

The Rapoo M500 mouse is displayed on a desk next to a laptop, with text highlighting its impressive battery life of 12 months powered by two AA batteries.

3.2. Connecting via 2.4 GHz Wireless (USB Receiver)

  1. Locate the USB receiver stored in the battery compartment of the mouse.
  2. Plug the USB receiver into an available USB port on your computer.
  3. Turn on the mouse using the power switch on the underside.
  4. The mouse should automatically connect to your computer.

3.3. Connecting via Bluetooth

The Rapoo M500 supports Bluetooth 3.0 and 4.0. You can pair it with up to two Bluetooth devices.

  1. Turn on the mouse using the power switch on the underside.
  2. Press the device switching button (usually on the underside or top, refer to diagram in Specifications section) to select a Bluetooth channel (e.g., green blinking light for BT1, blue blinking light for BT2).
  3. Press and hold the device switching button for approximately 3 seconds until the indicator light starts blinking rapidly, indicating pairing mode.
  4. On your computer or device, go to Bluetooth settings and search for new devices.
  5. Select "Rapoo M500" from the list of available devices to complete the pairing process.

4. Operating Your Mouse

4.1. Device Switching

The Rapoo M500 allows you to switch between connected devices (one 2.4 GHz USB and two Bluetooth devices) by pressing the device switching button located on the underside of the mouse.

4.2. DPI Adjustment

The mouse features an adjustable DPI sensor, allowing you to change cursor speed and precision.

  1. Locate the DPI switch button, usually near the scroll wheel.
  2. Press the DPI button to cycle through available DPI settings (e.g., 600, 1000, 1300, 1600 DPI).
  3. The cursor speed will change accordingly.
Rapoo M500 mouse on a mousepad, showing various DPI settings and compatible surfaces like leather, cloth, paper, desk, wood, and resin.

Rapoo M500 mouse on a mousepad, showing various DPI settings and compatible surfaces like leather, cloth, paper, desk, wood, and resin.

4.3. Programmable Buttons (Driver Customization)

For advanced customization, you can download the Rapoo driver software from the official Rapoo website. This software allows you to:

Screenshot of Rapoo mouse driver software interface on a computer monitor, showing options for button customization

A computer screen displays the Rapoo driver customization software, allowing users to personalize button functions, scroll settings, and other mouse behaviors for an optimized experience.

5. Maintenance

5.1. Cleaning Your Mouse

To ensure optimal performance and longevity, clean your mouse regularly:

5.2. Battery Replacement

When the mouse's performance degrades or the indicator light signals low battery, replace the AA batteries as described in the "Battery Installation" section (3.1).

6. Troubleshooting

ProblemPossible Solution
Mouse not responding (2.4 GHz)
  • Ensure the USB receiver is securely plugged into a working USB port.
  • Check if the mouse is turned on.
  • Verify the mouse is in 2.4 GHz mode (no blinking light on device switch).
  • Replace batteries if low.
Mouse not connecting via Bluetooth
  • Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device.
  • Verify the mouse is in Bluetooth pairing mode (rapidly blinking light).
  • Remove previous pairings for the mouse on your device and try pairing again.
  • Check battery level.
Cursor movement is erratic or slow
  • Clean the optical sensor on the underside of the mouse.
  • Try using the mouse on a different surface.
  • Adjust the DPI setting to a higher value.
  • Replace batteries.
Buttons are not working
  • Ensure the mouse is properly connected.
  • Check if any custom button assignments are conflicting (if using driver software).
  • Restart your computer.

7. Product Specifications

FeatureDetail
BrandRAPOO
Model NameRP M500 BL
Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth (3.0, 4.0), 2.4 GHz Wireless (USB)
Movement Detection TechnologyOptical
DPI SensorAdjustable 600-1600 DPI
Number of Buttons7
Hand OrientationRight-Handed
Power SourceBattery (2 x AA, included)
Average Battery LifeUp to 12 months
Compatible DevicesNotebook, Personal Computer, Tablet
Operating SystemsWindows 10, Windows XP, Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, Chrome OS
Product Dimensions9.8 x 6.1 x 3.8 cm; 59 g
ColourBlack
Diagram of Rapoo M500 mouse with numbered features: 1. Silent Click, 2. Ergonomic, 3. Bluetooth+USB receiver, 4. High precision tracking, 5. Forward/Back Buttons, 6. 2AA=12Months battery life.

A detailed diagram of the Rapoo M500 mouse highlighting its key features with numbered callouts: 1. Silent Click, 2. Ergonomic design, 3. Bluetooth and USB receiver connectivity, 4. High precision tracking, 5. Forward/Back Buttons, and 6. 12 months battery life with two AA batteries.

8. Warranty and Support

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official RAPOO website or contact your local dealer. Keep your purchase receipt for warranty claims.

Online Support: Visit www.rapoo.com for drivers, FAQs, and support resources.

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