MACHENIKE K500-B84 Wired Mechanical Keyboard User Manual

Product Overview

This document provides comprehensive information for the MACHENIKE K500-B84 Wired Mechanical Keyboard, covering installation, features, technical specifications, and warranty details.

System Requirements

Compatible with: WinXP / Win7 / Win8 / Win10. No driver installation is required.

Product Appearance

The MACHENIKE K500-B84 is a compact mechanical keyboard featuring a standard QWERTY layout. It is designed with a durable chassis and high-quality keycaps, offering a comfortable and responsive typing experience suitable for both gaming and general use.

Installation & Function

1. Installation

   No driver software installation is required. Simply connect the keyboard to your computer via the USB interface to begin using it.

2. Keyboard Interface

   USB interface, USB FULL SPEED.

3. Anti-ghosting

   Full key anti-ghosting (N-key Rollover) ensures that every key press is registered, even when multiple keys are pressed simultaneously.

4. Lighting Modes

   Upon first boot, a marquee animation is displayed, followed by a steady lighting mode that defaults to the user's last settings. Press FN + PgDn to cycle through the 9 available lighting modes.

   • Brightness Adjustment: Use FN + ↑ or FN + ↓ to adjust backlight brightness (5 levels).
   • Speed Adjustment: Use FN + ← or FN + → to adjust the lighting mode speed (5 levels).

5. Gaming Modes and Key Customization

   Preset Gaming Modes:

   • FN+1 (FPS Mode): Lights up ESC, A, S, D, W, ↑, ↓, ←, → keys.
   • FN+2 (FPS Mode 2): Lights up A, S, D, W, Left Ctrl, Left Shift, Left Alt, Space, R, G, Q, E, B, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Tab, F1, F2, F3, Home, End, PgUp, PgDn, PrtSc keys.
   • FN+3 (COD Mode): Lights up Q, W, E, R, T, A, S, D, F, G, C, V, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Left Ctrl, Left Shift keys.
   • FN+4 (RTS Mode): Lights up Q, W, E, R, A, S, D, G, X, Z, F, K, L, H, M, N, U, Y, T, P, Space, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0, Left Ctrl, Left Shift, Left Alt keys.
   • FN+5 (MOBA Mode): Lights up Q, W, E, R, D, G, F, B, V, Left Ctrl, Left Alt, Tab, Space, ~, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Esc keys.
   • FN+6 (RAC Mode): Lights up A, S, D, W, R, ↑, ↓, ←, →, Left Ctrl, Left Shift, Left Alt keys.
   • FN+7 (SPG Mode): Lights up A, F, S, W, R, E, Space, ↑, ↓, ←, →, Z, X, C, V, 1, 2, 3, 4, Left Shift, Left Ctrl, Left Alt keys.
   • FN+8: Lights up 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Q, W, E, R, D, F, B keys.

   Key Customization Mode:

   • To record a key sequence: Press FN + HOME.
   • To save the recorded sequence: Press FN + END.
   • To customize lighting graphics: Press FN + 9 or FN + 0, then press FN + HOME to enter graphic recording mode. Press any key to light it up (press again to turn it off) to create the desired backlight graphic. Press FN + END to exit recording mode and save the graphic.

6. WIN Lock

   Press FN + Win to lock the Windows and APP key functions. Press again to unlock.

7. Reset

   Press and hold FN + ESC for three seconds to restore factory settings.

8. FN Composite Functions (Multimedia Keys)

   Function	Shortcut
   My Computer	FN + F1
   Search	FN + F2
   Calculator	FN + F3
   Media Player	FN + F4
   Previous Track	FN + F5
   Next Track	FN + F6
   Play/Pause	FN + F7
   Stop	FN + F8
   Mute	FN + F9
   Volume Down	FN + F10
   Volume Up	FN + F11
   Keyboard Lock (Unlock)	FN + F12
   Insert	Ins
   Scroll Lock	ScrLk

Product Specifications

Available Variants:

• K500-B84 Wired Blue Switch LED Backlit
• K500-B84 Wired Brown Switch LED Backlit
• K500-B84 Wired Red Switch LED Backlit

Packing Contents

Please check the contents upon receiving the product:

• Keyboard *1
• User Manual *1
• Quality Certificate *1
• Warranty Card *1
• Data Cable *1
• Replacement Switches *2 (Included in Upgraded Version)
• Keycap Puller *1 (Included in Upgraded Version)
• Keyswitch Puller *1 (Included in Upgraded Version)

Note: The product may be sold in different versions (e.g., Basic/Soldered vs. Upgraded/Kit). Please refer to the specific package contents for your purchase.

Environmental Compliance

Hazardous Substance Declaration:

To comply with Chinese laws and other requirements related to the restriction of hazardous substances in electronic and electrical products, the hazardous substances in this product are declared by component as follows:

Legend:

• ✔️: Indicates that the content of the hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials of the component is below the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572.
• ❌: Indicates that the content of the hazardous substance in at least one homogeneous material of the component exceeds the limit requirement specified in GB/T 26572. Components marked with 'X' (❌) are unable to substitute hazardous substances due to global technological development limitations.

Environmental Use Period:

Electronic and electrical products sold within the People's Republic of China must display a mark indicating the 'Environmentally Friendly Use Period' (EFUP). The number within this mark represents the years of safe usage under normal conditions.

Eco-friendly Disposal:

MACHENIKE advocates for an environmentally friendly and low-carbon consumption experience. We recommend that users of this product, when no longer needed, comply with national laws and regulations regarding the recycling and treatment of waste electrical and electronic products. Please hand over the product to a locally qualified recycling facility to reduce resource waste and protect the Earth's natural environment.

Note: Depending on the product model, your purchased product may not contain all the components listed in the declaration.