Akko 5098B Keyboard
User Manual
What's in the package
The package includes:
- Akko 5098B Keyboard
- USB-A to USB-C Cable
- 2.4G Wireless Receiver
- User Manual / Quick Start Guide
Connectivity Method
Connect the keyboard to your computer by plugging the USB cable into an available USB-A port to start using it.
LED Indicator Overview
The keyboard features LED indicators for various states:
| Status | Indicator | Re-Connecting | Pairing | Connected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Device 1 | LED for key E | Blue light blinks slowly | Blue light blinks fast | On for 2s and then off |
| Bluetooth Device 2 | LED for key R | Blue light blinks slowly | Blue light blinks fast | On for 2s and then off |
| Bluetooth Device 3 | LED for key T | Blue light blinks slowly | Blue light blinks fast | On for 2s and then off |
| 2.4G Wireless Device | LED for key Y | Green light blinks slowly | Green light blinks fast | On for 2s and then off |
| Wired Mode | LED for key U | N/A | N/A | Red light On for 2s and then off |
Additional Status Indicators:
| Status | Indicator | Indicating Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Low Battery | The third indicator light | Red Light Blinks Slowly |
| Charge | The third indicator light | Steady Red |
| Fully Charged | The third indicator light | LED OFF |
| Caps Lock | The first indicator light | Steady White |
| Num Lock | The second indicator light | Blue light is always on |
| Win Lock | Win key indicator | Steady White |
5098B Function Keys
The keyboard features dedicated function keys and Fn key combinations for enhanced control.
Key Layout Description: A diagram shows the standard keyboard layout with specific keys highlighted for function key combinations. The Fn key is located near the bottom right.
Fn Key Combinations:
- Fn + W: Swaps WASD keys with Arrow keys (↑↓←→).
- Fn + F1: Opens My Computer.
- Fn + F2: Opens E-mail client.
- Fn + F3: Opens Windows Search.
- Fn + F4: Opens Browser Homepage.
- Fn + F5: Controls Multimedia Player.
- Fn + F6: Play/Pause media.
- Fn + F7: Plays Previous Song.
- Fn + F8: Plays Next Song.
5098B Power Switch
Power Switch Description: A diagram shows the location of the power switch, typically a toggle switch on the keyboard itself.
5098B LCD Screen Features
The keyboard features an encoder wheel and an LCD screen for various controls.
Encoder Wheel Functions:
- Scroll Up: Increases Volume.
- Scroll Down: Decreases Volume.
- Press: Play/Pause media.
- Fn + Press: Switches to screen control mode.
- Scroll Up/Down (in screen control mode): Switches between screen functions.
- Press (in screen control mode): Confirms selection and returns to the previous level.
LCD Screen Control Table:
| Control | Function |
|---|---|
| Volume Control | Volume up, Volume down |
| Lighting Effects | Effect1 to Effect20 (e.g., Neon, Wave, Marquee, Steady, Breathing, etc.) |
| Light Color | Rainbow, Red, Green, Blue, Orange, Purple, Yellow, Custom (White) |
| Light Brightness | 0% - 25% - 50% - 75% - 100% |
| Light Speed | 0% - 25% - 50% - 75% - 100% |
| Side light effect | Neon, Wave, Marquee, Steady, Breathing, Off |
| Language Selection | CN, DE, EN, RU, VN |
| Connection | Bluetooth device 1, Bluetooth device 2, Bluetooth device 3, 2.4G wireless device, Wired mode, Return |
System Commands (Windows)
Key Layout Description: A diagram shows the keyboard layout with Win and Fn keys highlighted.
- Fn + Win: Press and hold for 3 seconds to restore to factory settings.
- Fn + L_Win: Locks the Windows Key.
System Commands (Mac)
Key Layout Description: A diagram shows the keyboard layout with Win, Alt, and Fn keys highlighted.
| Key Combination | Function |
|---|---|
| F1 | Decrease display brightness |
| F2 | Increase display brightness |
| F3 | Open Mission Control |
| Fn + F4 | Activate Siri |
| F7 | Skip back (Audio) |
| F8 | Pause/Play (Audio) |
| F9 | Skip forward (Audio) |
| F10 | Mute |
| Fn + F11 | Volume down |
| F12 | Volume up |
| L_Win | L_Option |
| L_Alt | L_Command |
| R_Alt | R_Command |
Backlight Settings
Key Layout Description: A diagram shows the keyboard layout with keys highlighted for backlight control.
| Key | Function |
|---|---|
| Del | Cycle through Lighting Effects (Effect1 to Effect20) |
| ↑ | Increase Brightness |
| ↓ | Decrease Brightness |
| ← | Set animation direction to left |
| → | Set animation direction to right |
| ? | Slow down animation speed |
| Fn + = | Speed up animation speed |
| # | Switch between 7 single-color backlights and RGB loop effect. |
| Y | Adjust side LED brightness (5 levels) |
| X | Adjust side LED animation speed (5 levels) |
| L | Turn backlight On/Off, switch to power saving mode. |
| Left Ctrl | Adjust side LED mode (6 levels, including OFF). |
| Left Alt | Customize colors for the current side LED mode (7 preset colors + RGB cycle). |
Key/Lighting Effects Customization Instruction
- Keyboard keys can be remapped and RGB can be programmed via the driver in any connection mode.
- Keyboard lighting can be coordinated with the driver to achieve audio visualizer effects.
- Download the "Akko Cloud" driver from the official Akko website.
- Driver download is available at www.akkogear.eu.
Wireless/Wired Connection Guide
Key Layout Description: A diagram shows the keyboard layout with keys highlighted for connection modes.
| Key | Mode | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Fn + E | Bluetooth Device 1 | Short press to reconnect, Long press to pair |
| Fn + R | Bluetooth Device 2 | |
| Fn + T | Bluetooth Device 3 | |
| Fn + Y | 2.4G Wireless Device | Short press to switch, Long press to pair |
| Fn + U | Wired Mode | Connect via USB cable |
Bluetooth Pairing
After turning on the keyboard, press Fn+E/R/T to enter Bluetooth mode. Press and hold the Fn+E/R/T key combination for 3 seconds to enter pairing state. The blue indicator light will flash quickly. After successful connection, the indicator light will stay on for 2 seconds. If no device is connected, the indicator light will go out, and the keyboard will enter sleep mode.
2.4G Pairing
After turning on the keyboard, press Fn+Y to enter 2.4G mode. Press and hold the Fn+Y key combination for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. Insert the receiver, and the indicator light will flash quickly. Once pairing is successful, the LED indicator will stay on for 2 seconds. If no available device is found within 30 seconds, the LED indicator will turn off, and the keyboard will enter sleep mode.
Battery Level Check
In wireless mode, press Fn+Space key combination to check battery power. The space key indicator light shows the battery level:
- Below 30%: Red Light
- 30-50%: Orange Light
- 50-70%: Purple Light
- 70-90%: Yellow Light
- 90-100%: Green Light
Akko Warranty and Service Statement
- Akko provides a one-year warranty for customers in mainland China. For other regions, please contact your seller (Akko distributor) for specific warranty policy.
- If the warranty period expires, customers must pay for repairs. Akko will provide instructions if users prefer to repair the keyboard themselves; however, users shall take full responsibility for any loss incurred during self-repair.
- Defects resulting from unauthorized disassembly, improper usage, and incorrect installation are not covered by warranty.
- The return and warranty policy may vary across different platforms and are subject to the specific distributor at the time of purchase.
Company: Shenzhen Yinchen Technology Co., Ltd
Address: 33 Langbi Rd, Bitou First Industrial Zone, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, China
Tel: 0755-23216420
Website: www.akkogear.eu
Origin: Shenzhen, China
⚠ WARNING: Water and beverages must not enter the keyboard.
Certifications: CE marking, FCC compliance.
Manufacturing: Made in China
Important Note: Damage due to improper handling includes, but is not limited to, water damage, drops from a significant height, and excessive pulling on the cable. The keyboard is an electronic device and should be handled with care.
For more information and support, visit www.akkogear.eu.
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