Sharkoon SKILLER SGK20 Manual

1. Specifications

1.1 General

1.2 Key Properties

1.3 Cable and Connectors

1.4 Software Properties

1.5 Package Contents

• SKILLER SGK20

2. Installation

A diagram illustrates connecting the SKILLER SGK20 keyboard via USB to a computer, showing both desktop and laptop setups. The keyboard connects using a USB cable.

3. Overview

Function Keys with Preset Multimedia Actions

The following key combinations provide access to multimedia functions:

• FN + F1: Play/Pause ▶️
• FN + F2: Previous Track ⏪
• FN + F3: Next Track ⏩
• FN + F4: Mute ?
• FN + F5: Volume Down ?
• FN + F6: Volume Up ?

Lighting Profiles

The SKILLER SGK20 allows for marking typical key setups for different gaming genres by highlighting keys in color. Switch through various lighting profiles by pressing the FN key in conjunction with the S1 to S5 keys.

Additional Functions

• Reset to Factory Default: Press FN + Esc ?. Note: All previously made settings will be lost.
• Arrow Keys Functions Interchangeable with WASD: Press FN + W ?.
• Key Lock Function: Press FN + Win (Windows Key) ?.

3.1 Lighting Effects

Switch through different lighting effects directly on the keyboard using FN key combinations with L1 to L6:

• FN + L1: Wave, Drift, Swirl
• FN + L2: Color Change, Pulsating, Permanent
• FN + L3: Cosmic, Chaos, Color Gradient
• FN + L4: Explosion, Trigger, Gamma Ray Burst
• FN + L5: Ricochet, Relax, Ripple Effect
• FN + L6: Tide, Ball Lightning, Matrix

You can assign a custom color to individual keys. First, create a profile by pressing FN + one of the F7 to F11 keys. Up to five profiles can be created. To assign colors, press FN + SET. The LEDs above the numeric keypad will flash, indicating the mode is active. Press a key multiple times to cycle through colors. Press FN + SET again to exit color assignment.

Adjust lighting parameters:

• FN + [=]: Increase effect frequency ⬆️
• FN + [-]: Decrease effect frequency ⬇️
• FN + ↑ (Arrow Up): Increase effect brightness ⬆️
• FN + ↓ (Arrow Down): Decrease effect brightness ⬇️
• FN + ← (Arrow Left) / → (Arrow Right): Change direction of the lighting effect ⬅️➡️

3.2 Lighting Profiles

The SKILLER SGK20 allows you to mark typical key setups for specific gaming genres by highlighting keys in color, making keyboard operation easier. To switch through the various lighting profiles, press the FN key in conjunction with one of the S1 to S5 keys.

3.3 Multimedia Keys

Execute multimedia commands using the SKILLER SGK20 by pressing the following key combinations:

• FN key + F1: Play/Pause
• FN key + F2: Previous Track
• FN key + F3: Next Track
• FN key + F4: Mute
• FN key + F5: Volume Down
• FN key + F6: Volume Up

3.4 Reset

Reset the SKILLER SGK20 to its default settings using the following key combination: Press FN + Esc for several seconds. Please note: All previously made settings will be lost after the reset.

4. Software Installation

Download the software for the SKILLER SGK20 from the Sharkoon website at www.sharkoon.com. Unzip the ZIP file into a folder of your choice and then double-click the SKILLER_SGK20 icon to launch the installation. Follow the instructions of the setup wizard and click on "Finish" to complete the installation. The SKILLER SGK20 symbol will then appear on the desktop. The software has now been successfully installed.

To start the gaming software, double-click the symbol. The gaming software continuously runs in the background while the computer is on, enabling the full range of functions of the SGK20. The software symbol will be displayed in the Windows taskbar while the gaming software is running.

5. Software Overview

The SKILLER SGK20 software provides comprehensive control over keyboard functions, lighting, and macros.

A Keyboard Profiles

The main overview allows creating up to twenty profiles, each containing personalized keyboard settings. Use the '+' symbol next to the profile name to create a new profile. An arrow next to the profile name reveals a list of available created profiles. Profiles can be selected, saved with a new name, exported, set to default, or deleted.

B Lighting Effects

This section allows customization of various illumination effects. You can choose from different effects and adjust settings for brightness, frequency, direction, and color selection. Settings are implemented directly by the keyboard.

C Key Assignment

Assign desired functions to specific keys. Select a key on the illustrated keyboard with a mouse click, then choose a function from the menu that appears. Assigned keys are indicated by a blue marking. Hovering the mouse cursor over a key shows its assigned function. Changed settings are adopted by clicking the save icon.

Key Assignment Options:

• Default Function: Resets a key to its original function.
• Mouse Button: Assigns mouse functions (e.g., Left Button, Middle Button, Right Button, Forward, Backward). Note: Support may vary by device.
• Fire Key: Assigns a key to repeatedly execute a left-mouse-click rapidly. Allows setting the number of inputs and intervals in milliseconds.
• Assign Shortcut: Assigns a key combination (e.g., SHIFT, CTRL, ALT, WIN + another key).
• Multimedia Keys: Assigns multimedia functions like play/pause, volume control, or access to internet/email. Uses the default media player app in Windows.
• System Function: Activates or deactivates the PC's standby mode.
• Macro: Assigns a created and saved macro to a key. Select the key, then use "Assigned Macros" to choose a saved macro. Settings for macro execution and termination can be configured.
• Basic: Assigns basic work functions such as "Open", "New", "Undo", "Save", "Copy", "Cut", "Paste", "Search", and "Select All".

6. Macro Manager

The Macro Manager allows you to create and save your own sequences of key commands. A new macro can be created by clicking the '+' symbol. The pencil symbol allows renaming the selected macro. The macro manager has a maximal capacity of 391 entries.

Recording a new macro starts by clicking the "REC" box. A blue check indicates recording is in progress. Each key press and release is recorded, appearing twice in the sequence. The duration of a key press determines the displayed delay. A fixed delay for all keys can be set by checking "Delay" and entering the desired length. Click the "STOP" checkbox to end recording. The registered delay can be altered at any time.

Individual keys within a macro can be moved up, down, to the beginning, or to the end using the symbols below the macro display. Mouse buttons can also be inserted into recorded macros. Individual keystrokes can be removed, or the entire macro deleted.

After completion, macros can be renamed and saved.

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