RK R65 Mechanical Keyboard User Manual
This document provides instructions and information for the RK R65 Mechanical Keyboard.
Product Overview
The RK R65 is a mechanical keyboard with multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth, 2.4G wireless, and wired USB. It features customizable backlighting and a compact 66-key layout.
Product Basic Information
- Manual
- Switch and Keycaps Puller
- Keyboard
- USB Type-c cable
- 2.4G Dongle
Dimensions: 322.3(L)×116.8(W)×40.5(H)±2 mm
Backlight: Monochrome/RGB
Version: USB/2.4G/BT
Layout: 66 keys
Switch: Mechanical switches
Indicator Lights/Knob Function
Indicator Lights:
- Caps Lock: Indicates Caps Lock status.
- WIN Lock: Indicates Windows key lock status.
- Charging Indicator: On while charging, off when full.
Knob Function:
- Clockwise: Volume Up (+)
- Anticlockwise: Volume Down (-)
- Press: Mute/Unmute
Wired Mode
Connect the keyboard to your device using the included USB Type-C cable.
Connectivity
BT Connectivity
- Place the switch to the "B" side.
- Long press Fn + Q/W/E to enter pairing mode.
- Turn on the Bluetooth of your computer/phone/other devices, find and link to the keyboard named "R65".
2.4G Connectivity
- Place the switch to the "G" side.
- Short press Fn + P to change 2.4 channel.
- If the P key flickers slowly, it indicates that your device is successfully linked to the computer. (The receiver is factory paired and does not need to be paired again.)
Backlight Control
In USB mode, the backlight brightness is brightest by default. In wireless mode, the backlight is slightly dimmer by default.
Backlight Brightness
- Increase Brightness: Fn + Backlight Brightness +
- Decrease Brightness: Fn + Backlight Brightness -
Backlight Speed
- Increase Speed: Fn + Backlight Speed +
- Decrease Speed: Fn + Backlight Speed -
Backlight Mode Switching
- RGB Version: Fn + Backlight Mode Switching
- Monochrome Version: Fn + Backlight Monochrome Switching
Other Backlight Functions
- Windows Lock: Fn + Windows Lock
- Switch between six-key rollover and full-key rollover: Fn + Pause
Secondary Combination Function Keys
Function Keys (F1-F12)
Press Fn + Left Ctrl together to switch functions between F1-F12 and the number keys of the first row.
- F1: WIN: Computer / MAC: Screen Brightness +
- F2: WIN: Browser / MAC: Screen Brightness -
- F3: WIN: Mailbox
- F4: WIN: Calculator
- F5: WIN: Last Song / MAC: Last Song
- F6: WIN: Play/Pause / MAC: Play/Pause
- F7: WIN: Next Song / MAC: Next Song
- F8: WIN: Stop
- F9: WIN: Volume- / MAC: Volume-
- F10: WIN: Volume+ / MAC: Volume+
- F11: WIN: Mute / MAC: Mute
- F12: WIN: Player / MAC: Keyboard Backlight Brightness -
System Switching
- Switch to Windows System: Fn + S
- Switch to Mac System: Fn + W
Other Combinations
- Switch to Windows System: Fn + A
- Switch to Mac System: Fn + S
- PrtSc, Home, Insert, End, PgUp, PgDn: Refer to the diagram for specific functions.
Multimedia Keys
Refer to the diagram for specific multimedia key functions (e.g., Play/Pause, Next Song, Volume control).
Battery Reminder
In BT/2.4G mode, press and hold Fn + Enter to view the battery level indicator.
- Example:
- Right Shift + Fn + Esc: Indicates 10% power.
- 2@ + Fn + Esc: Indicates 20% power.
- 0 + Fn + Esc: Indicates 100% power.
DFU Mode (Firmware Upgrade)
There are two methods to enter DFU mode:
- Method 1: Press and hold the switch located under the space bar, and then connect the keyboard to the computer.
- Method 2: Connect the keyboard to the computer first, and then simultaneously short press Fn + Right Shift + Esc.
These methods allow for firmware upgrades and development functionalities.
The keyboard supports VIA drivers: https://usevia.app/
Troubleshooting and Support
If you have any issues or questions regarding RK products, feel free to contact Royal Kludge customer support.
For technical support, please email: rkgaming@rkgaming.com
