V8 Max Alice Layout Custom Mechanical Keyboard

Specifications:

  • Connectivity: 2.4GHz Receiver, Bluetooth, Type-C Cable
  • Backlight: Adjustable brightness, lighting effects
  • System Compatibility: Windows, Mac
  • Layers: 5 programmable layers
  • Keychron Launcher App: Key remapping, key actuation adjustment,
    multiple commands assignment

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Connect 2.4GHz Receiver:

Connect the 2.4GHz receiver to the USB port of your device.

2. Connect Bluetooth:

Switch toggle to 2.4GHz mode. Pair with device named Keychron V8
Max by pressing fn1 + Q for 4 seconds.

3. Connect Cable:

Switch toggle to Cable mode if using a Type-C cable.

4. Switch To The Right System:

Ensure the system toggle on the top left corner matches your
computer’s operating system.

5. Adjust The Backlight Brightness:

Press fn1 + S to increase brightness and fn1 + X to decrease
brightness. Press fn1 + A to change lighting effects.

6. The Layers:

Utilize the five layers for different key settings based on your
system and preferences.

7. The Keychron Launcher App:

Visit launcher.keychron.com to access the online launcher app
for advanced keyboard customization.

8. Factory Reset:

If needed, factory reset your keyboard by powering it on and
pressing and holding fn2 + J + Z for 4 seconds.

FAQ:

Q: How can I troubleshoot issues with my keyboard?

A: You can factory reset your keyboard by following the steps
mentioned in the manual. Additionally, you can visit
launcher.keychron.com for firmware updates and troubleshooting
guides.

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If you are a Windows user, please find the appropriate keycaps in the box, then follow the instructions below to find and replace the following keycaps.

1 Connect 2.4GHz Receiver
Connect the 2.4GHz receiver to the device USB port.

Quick Start Guide

2 Connect Bluetooth

Switch toggle to 2.4GHz mode

2.4G / Cable / BT
2.4G = 2.4GHz

Type-C Cable
2.4GHz Receiver

Extension Adapter For Receiver

Note: For the best wireless experience, we recommend using the extension adapter for receiver and putting the 2.4GHz receiver somewhere on your desk close to your keyboard for a low rate of latency and fewer signal interferences.

Switch toggle to Bluetooth
2.4G / Cable / BT
Press fn1 + Q (for 4 seconds) and pair with device named Keychron V8 Max.
fn1 + Q

3 Connect Cable
5 The Backlight
Press fn1 + A to change the lighting effect

Switch toggle to Cable
2.4G / Cable / BT
Press fn1 + caps lock to turn the backlight on/off

4 Switch To The Right System
Please make sure the system toggle on the top left corner has been switched to the same system as your computer’s operating system.
6 Adjust The Backlight Brightness
Press fn1 + S to increase the backlight brightness

Press fn1 + X to decrease the backlight brightness

fn1 + A

7 The Layers

There are five layers of key settings on the keyboard. The layer 0 is for the Mac system. The layer 1 is for the Windows system. The layer 2 is for the Mac Multimedia keys. The layer 3 is for the Windows Multimedia keys. The layer 4 is for function keys.

Mac Windows Multimedia

Win

Function

LAYER 0 1 2 3 4

Mac Multimedia

9 Warranty

fn1 + caps lock

If your system toggle is switched to Mac, then the layer 0 will be activated.
Mac Win LAYER 0 1 2 3 4

If your system toggle is switched to Windows, then the layer 1 will be activated.
Mac Win LAYER 0 1 2 3 4

fn1 + S

fn1 + X

8 The Keychron Launcher App
Please visit launcher.keychron.com to access the Keychron online launcher app. This app enables users to remap keys, adjust key actuation points, assign multiple commands to a single key, enter game controller mode, and more. If it cannot recognize your keyboard, please reach our support to get instruction.

*The online launcher App can only run on the latest version of Chrome, Edge, and Opera browsers yet. *The online launcher App only works when the keyboard is connected by wire to the computer.

10 Factory Reset

Not Happy
support@keychron.com

fn2 + J + Z

Troubleshooting? Don’t know what’s going on with the keyboard? Factory reset your keyboard 1. Power on your keyboard. 2. Press and hold fn2 + J + Z (for 4 seconds). The keyboard backlight will flash in
red quickly for 3 seconds, indicating that the keyboard has been reset. Flash your keyboard firmware 1. Visit launcher.keychron.com to open the online Launcher web app. 2. Ensure the keyboard is in Cable or Wired mode and plug in the power cable. 3. Find the ‘Firmware Update’ tab on the left side of the Launcher and connect
your keyboard with it. 4. Follow the instructions on the Launcher and complete the firmware update. *Step-by-step guide, search the keyword “firmware” on keychron.com.

Documents / Resources

keychron V8 Max Alice Layout Custom Mechanical Keyboard [pdf] User Guide
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References

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