GameBall Quick Start Guide

Welcome to GameBall! This guide will help you get started with your new trackball mouse.

Getting Started

To get the most out of GameBall, we highly recommend you watch our “Getting Started” video on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/GameBallTrackball

GameBall will ship in a right-handed configuration. To change this, press and hold the Settings button (5) for 3 seconds. The RGB lighting will blink when switched. Follow the same procedure to switch back.

Simply plug it into an open USB port and you are ready to go. No special driver needed.

Compatibility

Windows 7 or later
Mac OS X versions 10.8 or later
Popular Linux distributions
Chrome OS
Android 5 or later

Features and Settings

RGB Lighting: Red Green Blue color lighting. Tap to cycle color and light settings.

Handedness Configuration: Default right-handed. Reverse for left-handed by holding the Settings button (5) for 3 seconds.

Sensitivity Adjustment: To adjust the native sensitivity level, press and hold the Precision button (9) for 3 seconds. The RGB lights will blink to indicate changes. CPI = Counts Per Inch (Cursor sensitivity).

1 Blink: 400 CPI - Slowest
2 Blinks: 800 CPI - Default
3 Blinks: 1200 CPI
4 Blinks: 2000 CPI
5 Blinks: 3000 CPI - Fastest

Precision Mode: A single click of the Precision button (9) will reduce the sensitivity by 1/3. Click again to return to normal.

Button Swapping:

Swap buttons 2 & 3: Hold both buttons 2 and 3 down for 5 seconds. RGB lights flash once for default, twice when swapped.
Swap buttons 7 & 8: Hold both buttons 7 and 8 down for 5 seconds. RGB lights flash once for default, twice when swapped.

Scrolling Behavior: By default, scroll pads are disabled while using the ball, and the ball is disabled while scrolling. To have both always active, hold buttons 1 and 9 (middle buttons) down for 5 seconds. RGB lights flash once for default, twice when both are always active.

Polling Rate Adjustment: To toggle between 1000Hz (default) and 250Hz, press and hold the RGB button (10) for 20 seconds. RGB lights flash once for 1000Hz, twice for 250Hz. Lowering to 250Hz is suggested for users experiencing sluggish cursor movements.

Scrolling Mode: The Settings button (5) alternates between continuous (default) and linear scrolling modes. A single press switches modes. RGB lights flash once for Continuous mode, twice for Linear Scrolling.

Troubleshooting

Unplug, then replug your GameBall.
Reboot your computer.
Test your GameBall on another USB port or computer.
Remove the ball and clean the area around the bearings of dirt and debris.

For additional assistance, please visit our support page at www.gamingtrackball.com or email us at: support@gamingtrackball.com

Maintenance & Safety

Cleaning: Once a month, or more based on use, remove the ball and clean the three support bearings with a dry cloth or cotton swab. The exterior can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not use soap, harsh cleaning agents, grease, or oils.

Environment: Keep GameBall away from liquid, high humidity, and moisture. Operate within the temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F).

Servicing: Do not attempt to disassemble or service the device yourself, as this will void your warranty.

Ergonomics: Follow standard ergonomic best practices. Take breaks and avoid long periods of continued use.

Warranty & Liability

Warranty: GameBall is warranted against defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year from the original date of purchase. Blue Sun Innovations will, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit. This warranty is nontransferable and limited to the original purchaser and the country of purchase, except where prohibited by law.

Limitations: This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, cosmetic damage, or damage from misuse, abuse, negligence, unauthorized modifications, external causes (accidents, acts of God, liquid contact, fire, earthquake).

Liability: Blue Sun Innovations shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages. In no event will Blue Sun Innovations’ entire liability exceed the purchase price of this product.

Compliance

GameBall has been tested and found to comply with the following electronic, health, safety, and disposal standards:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

GameBall is a product of Blue Sun Innovations, LLC. 500 North Rainbow Blvd. Suite 300A, Las Vegas, NV 89107. contact@bluesuninnovations.com

USA Patent No. D932492. Manufactured in Great Britain.