HUION KD100 Mini Keydial User Manual

Product Overview and Introduction

Thanks for choosing the HUION mini Keydial KD100. This is a first-generation professional mini keyboard designed to greatly improve your work efficiency in painting and creation, offering a fun and customizable experience. You can freely define the function of each button, providing a unique user experience.

To ensure a better understanding and usage of your keyboard, please read this user manual carefully. This manual primarily details information for Windows, but unless otherwise specified, the information applies to both Windows and Mac systems.

Note: The pictures in this User Manual are for reference only.

Accessories

After unboxing your package, please ensure you have the following items:

• Mini Keydial*1
• USB Cable*1
• Wireless Receiver*1
• Quick Start Guide*1

Image Description: Three items are depicted: a black USB-C cable coiled, a small, rectangular wireless receiver with a USB connector and labeled 'HUION', and a folded 'Quick Start Guide' booklet.

Product Connection

The product supports two connection methods: wired and wireless. Please choose the method that best suits your usage.

1. Wired Connection

Connect the Keydial to your computer using the provided USB cable. Follow these steps:

1. Take out the USB cable from the package and connect the Keydial to your computer.
2. Download the Keydial Driver from the HUION website (Driver-KD100). If you have already installed another HUION display or tablet driver (V15), you do not need to download the driver again, as they can work together with a single driver.
3. Open the driver interface. The device picture will be displayed on the interface, indicating that the tablet is successfully connected to the computer. You can now start using the device.

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrating a wired connection. A USB-C cable is shown connecting a device labeled 'Keydial' to a laptop computer.

2. Wireless Connection

Please follow these steps for wireless connection:

1. Insert the wireless receiver into your computer's USB port.
2. Switch the power button on the Keydial to power it on.
3. If the device is not used for 15 minutes, it will enter sleep mode. In this case, switch the power button on again to wake the tablet up.

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrating a wireless connection. A small USB receiver is plugged into a laptop. The Keydial device is shown wirelessly connected to this receiver.

LED Light Status

You can determine the working status of the product by observing the color of the LED light:

• Blue light: Working
• Flash red light: Low battery
• Red light: Charging
• Green light: Charged
• Flash blue light: Standby
• Light off: Off state

Image Description: A close-up view of the HUION Keydial device, focusing on the central dial which has a textured grip and a circular button below it. The HUION logo is clearly visible on the device's surface.

Driver Installation

Please download the driver from our website: Driver-KD100.

Note:

1. You do not need to download the driver if you have already installed another display or tablet driver (V15), as they can work together with one driver.
2. Before installing the driver, please close all graphic software and antivirus programs.
3. Ensure your computer's operating system is compatible: Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later.
4. Run the tablet driver program and complete the installation according to the instructions.

After the download is successful, double-click to open the driver and connect the device to your computer. If the connection fails, please reconnect the computer to the device or restart the driver or computer.

Image Description: Two screenshots of the HUION driver interface. The first shows a 'Device disconnected' state with a graphic of the Keydial. The second shows a connected device with options like 'Brightness of LED', 'Dial Setting', and 'Sleep Time'.

Driver Interface Overview

The HUION driver interface provides various settings and customization options for the KD100.

1. KeyDial Section

This is the primary interface for setting the Keydial functions, including Press Key and Dial customization.

2. Store Section

The Huion Store allows you to access the latest product information, FAQs, sales promotions, and purchase other products or accessories.

3. Add Programs Section

You can customize different functions for specific programs. When 'All programs' is selected, the device settings apply universally. By clicking 'Add a Program' from the dropdown list, you can assign unique settings for individual applications. The driver will automatically recognize and apply these settings when a specific program is launched.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface, with the 'KeyDial' tab active. The Keydial device graphic is shown with adjustable 'Brightness of LED' and 'Dial Setting'. Navigation tabs include 'KeyDial', 'Store', 'All Programs', and 'Settings'.

4. Setting Section

This section allows access to Device Information, Backup Settings, General Settings, and Driver Updates.

5. Switch between Devices

The driver supports connecting two digital drawing devices simultaneously. You can customize settings for each device by switching the driver interface to the corresponding device.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface, displaying the 'KeyDial' tab and the Keydial device graphic. The 'Brightness of LED' slider is visible, set to level 5. Options for 'Dial Setting' and 'Sleep Time' are also shown, along with a 'Restore Defaults' button.

Keydial Settings

Brightness of LED

Adjust the brightness of the LED light from level 1 (darkest) to level 5 (brightest).

Dial Function Setting

You can select between Customize mode, Radial mode, or Off mode for the Dial's features. In Customize mode, you can define specific functions for the Dial.

Sleep Time

By default, the device enters sleep mode after 30 minutes of inactivity. You can adjust this to 1h, 1.5h, or 2h based on your usage habits.

Restore Default

Click this option to restore all default settings, including LED brightness, sleep time, key functions, dial functions, and interface color.

Keys Function Setting

Customize the functions of the individual buttons according to your preferences. Refer to the 'Press Key' section for details.

Driver Settings

1. Device

View product information for your HUION device.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface, with the 'Device' tab selected in the left-hand navigation menu. The main panel displays 'Mini Keydial KD100' and 'Firmware Version: T200_201126'.

2. Backup

The driver allows you to import and export your custom settings, which is useful for avoiding repetitive configurations when switching between programs.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface, with the 'Backup' tab selected. The main panel shows options to 'Export', 'Import', and 'Default Setting' for custom configurations.

3. General Setting

Configure general driver preferences:

• Language: Select your preferred language from the dropdown menu.
• Color: Choose the interface color from Dark, Blue, or Light options.
• Start Menu: Enable or disable features like AutoStart, New Message Alert, and Automatic Updates.
• Hotkey: Set a custom hotkey to quickly launch the driver interface.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface, with the 'General' tab selected. It shows options for 'Language' (set to 'English'), 'Color' (with radio buttons for 'Dark', 'Blue', 'Light'), 'Start Menu' checkboxes ('New Message Alert', 'Auto-Start', 'Automatic Updates'), and 'Hotkey' configuration.

4. About

Check the driver version number here. Click 'Check for Updates' to view the latest driver version and follow the prompts to update if necessary.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface, with the 'About' tab selected. It displays information about the 'Huion Tablet', 'Version Number', 'End-User License Agreements', and a 'Feedback' button.

Function Setting: Keys Function Setting

Press Key Customization

You can customize the functions of the press keys according to your habits. Uncheck "Enable press keys" in the lower-left corner to disable the button functions. Place the cursor over a key to view its default value. Click on a key to open a pop-up dialog box for setting its function. You can assign a name to the keystroke, select its property, and customize the function.

1. Keyboard Key

Enter a valid key combination (e.g., "Ctrl+A", "Ctrl+Z") in the input box to create a shortcut.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, focusing on customizing a 'Press Key'. The 'Keyboard Key' option is selected. Input fields are present for 'Enter a Name for the Keystroke' and 'Enter the Keystroke', with a placeholder 'None' in the latter.

2. Mouse Key

Select functions for mouse actions or wheel movements. Available functions include Left Button, Right Button, Middle Button, Wheel Forward, Wheel Backward, and Double-Left Click.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Mouse Key' option selected. A list of mouse functions is displayed, including 'Mouse Left Button', 'Mouse Right Button', 'Mouse Middle Button', 'Double-Left Click', 'Wheel Forward', and 'Wheel Backward'.

3. Run Program

Browse and select an application you wish to launch quickly. After setting, a single press of the key will launch the selected program.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Run Program' option selected. An input field labeled 'Program Path' is shown, along with a 'Browse' button to select an application.

4. System Application

Assign system-level functions to press keys, such as Lock the Screen, Sleep, Power Off, Show/Hide Desktop, Task View, Start Menu, and Calculator.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'System Application' options selected. A list of system functions is displayed, such as 'Lock the Screen', 'Sleep', 'Power Off', 'Show/Hide Desktop', 'Task View', 'Start Menu', and 'Calculator'.

5. Multimedia

Assign multimedia control functions to press keys, including Previous Song, Next Song, Play/Pause, Volume Up, Volume Down, and Muted.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Multimedia' options selected. A list of multimedia functions is displayed, including 'Previous Song', 'Next Song', 'Play/Pause', 'Volume Up', 'Volume Down', and 'Muted'.

6. Settings Preview

Use a key to bring up the preview setting function.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Settings Preview' option selected.

7. Quick Menu

Use a key to bring up the Quick Menu. You can customize different quick menus for different applications.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Quick Menu' option selected. A 'Customize' button is visible, and text indicates 'Different quick menus for different a...'.

8. None

When 'None' is selected, the assigned key will have no function.

Dial Function Setting

Customize the features of the Dial. You can uncheck "Enable Dial" in the lower-left corner to turn off the Dial function.

Click the Dial to open a pop-up box displaying three groups of current settings for modification. There are four main properties for the Dial: Default, Multimedia, Customize Function, and None.

1. Default Features

You can use the Dial for common functions like zooming in/out on a canvas, adjusting brush size, and scrolling up/down.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing a pop-up menu for Dial settings. The 'Default' option is selected, and sub-options like 'Zoom in/out', 'Adjust Brush Size', and 'Scroll Up/Down' are visible.

2. Multimedia

Configure the Dial for multimedia controls such as previous song, next song, play/pause, volume up, and volume down.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Multimedia' option selected for the Dial's function. Sub-options like 'Previous Song/Next Song' and 'Volume Settings' are displayed.

3. Customize Features

Input features for rotating the Dial clockwise or counter-clockwise. After setting, rotating the Dial will perform the assigned corresponding features.

Image Description: Screenshot of the HUION driver interface's 'KeyDial' section, showing the 'Customize the Feature' option selected for the Dial's function. Input fields are present for 'Clock wise' and 'Anticlock wise' settings.

4. None

When 'None' is selected, the Dial will have no function.

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