Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26
Pukapuka Kaiwhakamahi mō te Papapātuhi Ā-ringa Pandora Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26
Model: CB-GK-26
Kupu Whakataki
This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora Mechanical Keyboard. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your device.

Whakaahua: Runga-raro view of the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora Mechanical Keyboard, showcasing its compact layout and rainbow LED backlighting.
Tohutohu Tatūnga
- Wewete ana: Carefully remove the keyboard and any included accessories (such as the key puller and switch puller) from the packaging.
- Hononga: Connect the keyboard's USB-A cable to an available USB port on your computer (PC or Laptop).
- Tāuta Atekōkiri: The keyboard is plug-and-play and typically does not require additional driver installation for basic functionality. Your operating system (e.g., Windows 10) should automatically recognize the device.
- Whakamātautau Tuatahi: Open a text editor or any application to verify that key presses are registered correctly.
Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere
Nga waahanga matua
- Hoahoa Kiato: This is a TKL (Tenkeyless) mechanical keyboard with 87 keys, offering a space-saving design without a dedicated number pad.
- Outemu Red Switches: Equipped with Outemu Red mechanical switches, known for their linear and quiet operation, suitable for both typing and gaming.
- Pūpāpātuhi roa: Features injection-molded double-shot keycaps for enhanced durability and resistance to wear.
- Anti-Ghosting: Supports simultaneous operation for all keys without any key ghosting effects, ensuring every keystroke is registered accurately.
- Reiti Pooti Nui: Operates at a 1000 Hz polling rate for rapid response times.
- Roa Ora: Each key switch is rated for over 50 million operations.

Image: The compact 87-key layout of the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard, highlighting its rainbow LED backlighting.
Ngā Aratau Whakamuri me te Whakaritenga
The keyboard features rainbow LED backlighting with adjustable brightness and speed, offering 20 different backlight effects.
- Whakaritea te Tirohanga: Whakamahi Fn + ↑ (Up Arrow) to increase brightness and Fn + ↓ (Down Arrow) to decrease brightness.
- Whakarite Tere: Whakamahi Fn + ← (Left Arrow) to slow down the effect speed and Fn + → (Right Arrow) to speed up the effect.
- Change Backlight Effect: Perehi Fn + INS, Fn + KĀINGA, Fn + PGUP, Fn + MUKU, Fn + END, Fn + PGDN to cycle through various preset lighting modes.
Pātuhi Wehenga Rongorau
Access multimedia functions directly using the Fn key in combination with the F-keys.
- Fn+F1: Taku Rorohiko
- Fn+F2: Kimihia
- Fn+F3: Te tātaitai
- Fn+F4: Kaipāho pāpāho
- Fn+F5: Tuhinga o mua
- Fn+F6: Riro Panuku
- Fn+F7: Purei/Tatari
- Fn+F8: Kati
- Fn+F9: Wahangu
- Fn+F10: Rōrahi Whakararo
- Fn+F11: Rōrahi Whakarunga
- Fn+F12: Maukati Papapātuhi

Image: Close-up of the F-keys on the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard, illustrating the multimedia hotkey functions.
Aratau Keemu
The keyboard offers 8 preset game modes for optimized lighting configurations for different game types.
- Activate Game Modes: Whakamahi fn+1 mā fn+8 to activate different game-specific lighting modes.

Image: The Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard highlighting the concept of 8 distinct game modes.
Swappable Outemu Switches
The CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard features hot-swappable Outemu switches, allowing users to change switches without soldering. This feature is compatible only with Outemu switches.
- Tango Pūmatua: Whakamahia te taputapu unu taupoki kī kei roto hei tango mārire i te taupoki kī e hiahiatia ana.
- Tangohia te Pātene: Use the included switch puller to carefully grip and pull out the Outemu mechanical switch.
- Kōkuhu Whakawhiti Hōu: Align the pins of the new Outemu switch with the holes on the PCB and press firmly until it clicks into place. Ensure pins are not bent.
- Whakakapi Kuputuhi: Whakahokia te taupoki kī ki runga i te pana hou.

Image: Diagram illustrating the four steps to swap an Outemu mechanical switch on the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard, including the key puller and switch puller.
Kī Mahi Motuhake
- Hurihuri Kī-N (NKRO): The keyboard supports full N-key rollover. To toggle NKRO on/off, press Fn + ScrLk. This ensures all simultaneous key presses are registered.
- Maukati Kī Windows: To prevent accidental presses of the Windows key during gaming or other activities, press Fn+Wiki ki te maukati, ki te iriti ranei i te taviri Windows.
- Full Keyboard Lock: To temporarily disable all key inputs, for example, during cleaning, press Fn + F12. Perehi Fn + F12 again to unlock.
Te tiaki
- Te horoi: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface of the keyboard. For deeper cleaning, you can remove keycaps using the provided keycap puller and clean underneath with compressed air or a small brush. Ensure the keyboard is disconnected from the computer before cleaning.
- A ape i te Wai: Do not expose the keyboard to liquids. In case of accidental spills, immediately disconnect the keyboard and allow it to dry completely before reconnecting.
- Rokiroki: Penapenahia te papapātuhi ki te wāhi hauhautanga, maroke, kia matara atu i te rā tika me ngā pāmahana tino kino ina kore e whakamahia mō te wā roa.
Raparongoā
| Raruraru | Take pea | Rongoā |
|---|---|---|
| Karekau te papapātuhi whakautu. | Loose USB connection, faulty USB port, keyboard locked. |
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| Kāore te rama papamuri e mahi ana, e hē ana rānei. | Brightness set too low, incorrect mode selected, software conflict. |
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| Ko nga taviri kaore i te rehita, i te pato-rua ranei. | Dust/debris under keycap, faulty switch, N-key rollover issue. |
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| Windows key is not locking/unlocking. | Incorrect key combination, temporary software glitch. |
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Whakatakotoranga
| Āhuahira | Taipitopito |
|---|---|
| Waitohu | Paita Cosmic |
| Tau tauira | CB-GK-26 |
| Rangatū | Pandora |
| Tae | Pango |
| Momo Papapātuhi | Mechanical, TKL (Tenkeyless) |
| Momo Whakawhiti | Outemu Red (Swappable) |
| Roanga o te Pātuhi Pātene | 50 million+ operations per key |
| Hipanga papanga | Injection Molded Double-shot |
| Anti-Ghosting | All-key anti-ghosting (N-Key Rollover) |
| Reiti Pooti | 1000 Hz |
| Whakamuri | Rainbow LED with 20 effects and 8 game modes |
| Hononga | USB-A Waea |
| Pūnaha Whakahaere Hototahi | Windows 10 (and generally compatible with other Windows versions, macOS, Linux) |
| Hunga Hua | 10 x 10 x 10 cm (approximate, as per provided data) |
| Taumaha Tūemi | 565 g |
| Nga Waahanga kei roto | Keyboard x 1, User Manual x 1, Key Puller, Switch Puller |
Pūtāhui me te Tautoko
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Cosmic Byte website or contact their customer service. The manufacturer can be reached at 1800 31300 7700.
Tena koa pupuri i to riirii hoko mo nga kereme whakamana.
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