Kinesis Gaming KB975 Series Manual de usuario
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KB975 User Manual
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Keyboard models covered by this manual:
• KB975-BLU
• KB975-RED
• KB975-BRN
• KB975-SIL
Version 1.0.0 (May 30, 2019)
This manual covers features included through firmware version 1.0.0. To download the latest firmware
and to access all support resources visit:
www.KinesisGaming.com/Support.
To shop for accessories visit:
• Lift Kit- Adjustable tenting accessory (5°/10°/15°) for use with Palm Supports
• V3 Pro- Adjustable tenting accessory (5°/10°/15°) for use without Palm Supports
• XL Mouse Pad- Oversized Desk Mat/Mousepad designed for use with the Freestyle Edge
• Vektor– RGB Gaming Mouse (Dual-Zone RGB Lighting, 6 Programmable Buttons)
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© 2019 by Kinesis Corporation, all rights reserved. Kinesis and Freestyle are registered trademarks of
Kinesis Corporation. Freestyle Edge, SmartSet, and v-Drive are trademarks of Kinesis Corporation. All
other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any commercial purpose, without the
express written permission of Kinesis Corporation.
Kinesis Corporation
22030 20th Avenue SE, Suite 102
Bothell, Washington 98021 USA
www.KinesisGaming.com
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Warning
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use only shielded interfacing cables when connecting to computer or peripheral. Also, any
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.
INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interface-causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet Appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exiginces du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada.
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Table of Contents
1.0 Read Me First………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
2.0 Keyboard Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 5
3.0 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
3.1 RGB Backlighting…...……..……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
3.2 Dual Layer Layouts (Embedded Fn Layer)……………………………………………………………………………… 6
3.3 Multimedia Actions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
3.4 Programming Cluster………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
3.5 Removable Cushioned Palm Supports………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
3.6 SmartSet Programming Engine- Onboard Shortcuts………………………………………………………………….. 7
3.7 Adjustable Linking Cable………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
3.8 Game Bank…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
4.0 SmartSet Onboard Programming………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
4.1 Change Profiles…..………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
4.2 Recording Macros…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
4.3 Remapping Keys…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
4.4 Run Status Report…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
4.5 Connect/Disconnect v-Drive...……………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
4.6 Adjust Global Macro Speed………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
4.7 NKRO Mode………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
4.8 Game Mode………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
4.9 Soft Reset………….……………………………..…………………………………………………………………………. 10
4.10 Hard Reset……………………………..…………………………………………………………………………………... 11
4.11 App Refresh ………………………………...……………………………………………………………………………… 11
4.12 Program Lock………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
4.13 Update Firmware……………………….………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
4.14 Adjust Status Report Speed………….…………………………………………………………………………………… 11
4.15 Force v-Drive Connect..…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
5.0 SmartSet Programming App (Windows & Mac)...……………………………………………………………………………. 12
5.1 Installaon…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..… 12
5.2 Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
5.3 Profile Selecon……….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13
5.4 Layout Editor…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13
5.5 Lighng Editor……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15
5.6 Global Keyboard Sengs Editor……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15
5.7 App Tools………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15
6.0 Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16
7.0 Technical Support, Repairs, and Returns…………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
8.0 Warranty & Limitation of Liability……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
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1.0 Read Me First
Health and Safety Warning
Continuous use of any keyboard may cause aches, pains or more serious cumulative trauma disorders such
as tendinitis and carpal tunnel syndrome, or other repetitive strain disorders.
• Exercise good judgement in placing reasonable limits on your keyboarding time every day.
• Follow established guidelines for computer and workstation setup.
• Maintain a relaxed keying posture and use a light touch to press the keys.
Keyboard is not a medical treatment
This keyboard is not a substitute for appropriate medical treatment! If any information in this guide appears to
contradict your health care professional’s advice, please follow your health care professional’s advice.
No warranty of injury prevention or cure
Kinesis bases its product designs on research, proven features and user evaluations. However, because of
the complex set of factors believed to contribute to computer-related injuries, the company can make no
warranty that its products will prevent or cure any physical ailment. Your particular risk of injury may be
affected by workstation and chair design, posture, time worked without breaks, type of work, activities outside
the workplace, and/or individual physiology.
Quick Start Guide
If you are eager to get started, please consult the included Quick Start Guide. The Quick Start Guide can also
be downloaded from KinesisGaming.com/Support. Consult this full User Manual for detailed descriptions of
both basic and advanced features.
Read This User’s Manual
Even if you don’t normally read manuals or you are a long-time user of Kinesis keyboards, we strongly
encourage you to review this entire manual. The Freestyle Edge is a fully-programmable keyboard with
powerful tools and features. If you unknowingly execute a programming shortcut or key combination, you
could inadvertently alter the layout of your keyboard which might necessitate a Hard Reset of the keyboard.
If you have no plans to re-program the keyboard and would like to disable all programming features see
Section 4.12.
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2.0 Keyboard Overview
Specifications
• Compact tenkeyless design with standard US ANSI key layout
• 6’ USB cable and 20” adjustable linking cable
• 2 year limited warranty
• Dimensions: 1.25” tall x 15.5” wide x 10.25” deep (Without Palm Supports: 7.25” deep)
• Weight: 2.8 lbs
Features
• Premium Cherry® MX mechanical switches
• 16.8M Color Per-Key RGB LED backlighting
• SmartSet Programming Engine with on-the-fly remaps & macros
• SmartSet App for Windows & Mac
• 9 Customizable Profiles with fully-programmable dual-layer layouts and Lighting Effects
• 4MB onboard memory (the v-Drive™)
• Multimedia actions in the embedded Fn layer
• Game Bank with 9 programmable game keys for binding macros and custom key actions
• Available Game Mode & NKRO Mode
• 1000mz polling
• 100% anti-ghosting
Package Contents
• Freestyle Edge mechanical keyboard, 20” adjustable linking cable,
• Detachable Cushioned Palm Supports
• Quick Start Guide
System Requirements
• Keyboard: Windows® 7-10, MacOS® X v10.6+, Chrome OS® or Linux® & full-size USB Port
• SmartSet Programming App (Required for Lighting customization): Windows 7-10 or Mac OSX 10.4+,
Internet Connection (download only), 25MB available hard-disk space
Keyboard Setup
To setup the Freestyle Edge simply plug the USB cable into a full-size USB port on your computer. The Edge
does not require the installation of any special software or drivers or an internet connection. To access the
SmartSet App, visit the URL below and download the SmartSet App to your Windows PC.
KinesisGaming.com/fs-edge-rgb-support
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3.0 Introduction
3.1 RGB Backlighting
The Freestyle Edge is equipped with vibrant per-key RGB backlighting. Tap the LED key to quickly toggle the
backlighting On and Off. Each of the nine Profiles is pre-configured with a unique lighting effect. Additional,
more exotic effects, can be assigned to each of the 9 Profiles via the SmartSet App.
3.2 Dual Layer Layouts (Embedded Fn Layer)
The Freestyle Edge RGB has two separate layers so each of the 95 full-size keys can be programmed to
perform two unique actions per layout– a top layer action and an “embedded” Fn layer action. Press and hold
the FN key to temporarily “shift” into the Fn layer (the Fn indicator light will illuminate while the Fn layer is
active).
The default Fn layer actions mirror the top layer except for 8 keys which have unique embedded actions: the
F1-F6 keys perform multimedia actions, the Pause key performs Insert, and the Delete Key performs Scroll
Lock. The FN key can be configured to “toggle” the Fn layer on and off via the SmartSet App.
3.3 Multimedia Actions
Change your audio on the fly by using the Fn key in combination with the F1-F6 keys. These multimedia
actions can be reassigned to any key on the keyboard in either layer using onboard programming (see
Section 4.3) or the SmartSet App (see Section 5.0).
Note: Multimedia actions are disabled while the v-Drive is connected.
3.4 Programming Cluster
The four Programming Cluster keys enable quick and easy onboard reprogramming (see Section 4.0). The
PROFILE key toggles between the 3 primary Profiles (1, 2, and 3), the MACRO key controls on-the-fly macro
recording, and the REMAP key controls onboard remapping (aka rebinding).
The 4th key with the gear icon is the SmartSet Key, and it controls all onboard programming shortcuts.
Note: Read through this manual before attempting to reprogram the keyboard.
3.5 Removable Cushioned Palm Supports
The palm supports are detachable (the new pads are not designed to be removed) so you can customize the
keyboard based on your typing and gaming preferences. To remove the supports, flip the keyboard over and
gently wiggle the palm support to lift the tabs over the bumps on the underside of the keyboard, and then pull
straight out. To attach, slide the palm support into the key modules until they latch into place.
Note: If the palm support doesn’t snap into place easily you may be trying to attach it to the wrong key
module, or it may be misaligned.
Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Profile 5 Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Profile 9
RGB Wave
(Right)
RGB Wave
(Down)
RGB
Spectrum
Reacve
(Green)
Freestyle Monochrome
(Blue)
Monochrome
(Red)
Monochrome
(Green)
Monochrome
(White)
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3.6 SmartSet Programming Engine- Onboard Shortcuts
The SmartSet key is used in conjunction with the F7-F12 keys to
activate onboard shortcuts. Onboard shortcuts are legended with the SmartSet icon to differentiate them from
embedded Fn layer actions.
To trigger an onboard shortcut, hold the SmartSet Key and then tap F7-F11. To prevent against accidentally
resetting the keyboard, you must also hold the Shift key along with the SmartSet Key before tapping F12. For a
detailed explanation of these and other un-legended onboard shortcuts see Section 4.0 .
3.7 Adjustable Linking Cable
Adjusting Length: The two key modules are connected by a 20” braided linking cable that can be adjusted
to suit your typing preferences and gaming style. The basic configuration allows for up to 12” of separation. If
you need additional cable, simply remove the cable compartment cover on the back of the left key module
and thread out more of the stored cable. Once you have achieved the desired cable length, carefully fit the
excess cable into the compartment removing any kinks and slide the cable cover on until it latches.
Note: For best results rotate the left key module to remove any kinks from the cable so it lies flat.
Positioning: Position the key modules in the optimal configuration relative to your other input devices, or
separate the modules to shoulder-width for maximum typing comfort. There is no wrong way to configure the
Edge, experiment with different positions to find the configurations that work best for you.
KinesisGaming.com/ergonomics
3.8 Game Bank
The Game Bank comprises nine fully programmable keys (blank by default) that can be
programmed to perform any custom key action, mouse-click, or macro, in either layer. The Game
Bank is perfect for moving critical right-sided keys over to the left key module to enable one-
handed play, storing macros, or moving the multimedia actions to the top-layer.
4.0 SmartSet Programming Engine
The SmartSet Programming Engine allows you to custom program the keyboard without installing any
software or special drivers on the computer. Custom Profiles and Settings are saved directly to the
keyboard’s v-Drive so they move with the keyboard when you take your game on the road. The Edge can be
customized quickly and easily via Onboard Programming or using the powerful and intuitive SmartSet App for
Windows and Mac (See Section 5.0).
Onboard Programming: Unlike most programmable keyboards, the Freestyle Edge can be completely
customized without launching any software or installing any special drivers. Onboard programming is a quick
and convenient way to remap keys, record macros, toggle Profiles, and adjust keyboard settings.
4.1 Change Profiles (Tap Profile or SmartSet + Number Row)
The Edge features 9 fully customizable Profiles which can be customized with an individualized Lighting
Effect and Layout for different games or users. The LEDs above the PROFILE Key indicate the active Profile.
Tap the PROFILE Key to toggle through the three primary Profiles. To jump directly to any of the nine Profiles,
hold the SmartSet Key and then tap 1-9 in the number row to select the desired Profile.
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4.2 Recording Macros
A macro is string of characters or key actions that is triggered by a single key press or key combo. Macros
are powerful tools that allow you to quickly produce multiple in-game actions in rapid succession. Macros are
assigned to the active layout at the time of recording but can be easily copied using the SmartSet App.
To record a macro on-the-fly, tap the MACRO key to enter Macro Record Mode, choose your trigger key
(s), and then type out your macro. Tap the MACRO key stop recording.
Macro Trigger Key(s): After entering Macro Record Mode, the Macro LED will flash rapidly prompting you to
select a trigger key. Any full-size, non-modifier key can be used as a macro trigger. A macro can also be
triggered by a two-key combination by pairing the primary trigger key with a modifier-key “co-trigger”. To
assign a key combination as a macro trigger, first press and hold one of the six standard modifier keys (Ctrl,
Alt or Shift) and then tap the primary trigger key.
Note: The Windows key is not recommended for use as a macro co-trigger.
Macro Contents: After a macro trigger has been selected, the Macro LED will flash slowly prompting you to
record your macro (open an appropriate program during recording). Every single keystroke will be recorded
so if you make a mistake, we recommend starting over, or editing your macro with the SmartSet App rather
than using backspace key. To stop recording and save your macro, simply tap the MACRO key again.
Note: Macro Record Mode will end automatically when you hit the max length of 300 keystrokes.
Only Keystrokes Recorded: The speed at which you type the macro and the pauses between strokes are
not recorded. The macro will playback at the Global speed setting (see Section 4.6) by default, but the
playback can be customized by adding internal timing delays (1-999ms or random delays) or by setting a
custom playback speed for that specific macro using the SmartSet App (see Section 5.6).
Macro Playback: To play a macro, simply press the trigger key(s). Modifier co-triggers should be pressed
first and held while the primary trigger key is then tapped. Macros will play back once by default, but with the
SmartSet App you can enable Multiplay or Repeat playback modes (See Section 5.4)
Erasing a Macro: To erase a macro without launching the SmartSet App, simply tap the Macro key, then
input the trigger key(s) of the macro you wish to erase. Once the Macro LED starts flashing slow, simply tap
the Macro key again to record a “blank” macro.
Macro Limit: Each Profile layout can accommodate 7,200 macros characters spread across up to 100
macros. When you have reached the limit for a given layout, the keyboard lights will flash if you attempt to
record another macro key to signal that you must first erase a macro before recording a new one.
4.3 Remapping Keys
With the REMAP key, you can reassign any default key action on the Freestyle Edge to any other full-size key
(in either layer) to customize the layout for gaming or typing.
Note: The position/behavior of the Fn key can only be modified via the SmartSet App or Direct Programming.
Tap the REMAP key to enter Remap Mode. The Remap LED will flash rapidly to prompt you to first select
the “Source” key action (i.e., the key action that you wish to assign). After selecting the Source key, the
LED will flash slowly prompting you to select the “Destination” key position (i.e., the physical key you want
to reprogram).
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Remapping Tips and Tricks
• Remapping is a one-way process, it creates a duplicate key action but it does not “swap” two keys. To
“swap” two keys you must perform two separate remap programming commands.
• Remapping only operates on one layer at a time. To remap the same key in both layers you must perform
two separate remap commands, one for each layer.
• While Remap Mode is active, you can hold the FN key to navigate between layers as necessary if you
wish to move a key action (e.g., the media keys) from the Fn layer to the top layer, or vice versa.
• While Remap Mode is active, the keyboard reverts back to the default layout so you can’t “lose” a key.
• If you assign a macro to a remapped key, macro playback will take priority over the remap action, except
when macros have been temporarily disabled by setting the Global Macro Speed to 0 (See Section 4.6).
Special Actions: The Freestyle Edge supports a number of special actions that are not found in the default
keyboard layout. These actions can be assigned using the SmartSet App (*Firmware update required).
4.4 Run Status Report (SmartSet + F7)
Use the Status Report to “print-to-screen” a convenient report of the current global keyboard settings.
Make sure you have a text editing program (e.g., Notepad, Word) selected as the
active window before running a Status Report.
• Profile> The active Profile loaded to the keyboard (1-9) and the corresponding
Llighting Effect
• Remaps> Number of remapped keys in the active Profile
• Macros> Number of macros saved to the active Profile
• Macro Speed> “Global” macro playback speed
• Status Report Speed> Speed at which the Status Report is played
4.5 Connect/Disconnect v-Drive (SmartSet+F8)
The Freestyle Edge features a 4MB virtual drive called the “v-Drive” which stores all keyboard configurations.
During normal use the v-Drive is hidden from your computer but it can be temporarily “connected” using the
onboard shortcut to run the SmartSet App (see Section 4.5) or update keyboard firmware (see Section 4.13).
Note: It is not necessary to access the v-Drive for basic keyboard use or onboard programming.
When the v-Drive is connected, your computer will now recognize the keyboard as a removable storage
device called “FS EDGE RGB”. The specific appearance and location of the “FS EDGE RGB” drive on your
computer will depend on your operating system.
• Windows: If a pop-up doesn’t appear, open File Explorer and look under “This PC”
• Mac: If the drive does not appear on the desktop, open Finder look under “DEVICES”
• Linux : Look in in “MY COMPUTER”
• Chrome: Look in “FILES”
FS Edge RGB
KBD Firmware> 1.0.0.us (4MB),
03/29/2019
LED Firmware> L1.0.0/R1.0.0/BL255.255
Profile> 1 Wave
Remaps> 0
Macros> 0
Macro Speed> 2
Game Mode> Off
NKRO Mode> Off
Status Speed> 2
Mulmodifers*
(Hyper & Meta)
Tap-and-Hold
Acons*
F13-F24 Numeric Keypad Dvorak, Colemak,
and Workman
Fn Key (Toggle &
Shi)
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Keep the v-Drive disconnected when not in use: For best results, keep the v-Drive closed when not using
the SmartSet App.
Note: The keyboard’s multimedia actions, mouse clicks, and onboard programming shortcuts are disabled
while the v-Drive is connected.
Always Eject v-Drive before closing: Before disconnecting the v-Drive, it is important to always Eject the
“FS EDGE RGB” drive by right-clicking it on your PC, and selecting “Eject”. Once the computer has ejected
the drive, it will notify you that it is now safe to disconnect the v-Drive via the onboard shortcut (SmartSet +
F8). Ejecting the v-Drive ensures that all keyboard configuration files have been closed which will prevent
data loss and/or corruption.
4.6 Adjust Global Macro Speed (SmartSet + F9, then 0-9)
The Freestyle Edge can play macros at nine different playback speeds, ranging from a super-slow 4 actions-
per-second (APS) up to 250 APS. The default Global speed is Speed 5, which is good for text macros but
might be too slow for certain in-game macros. To adjust the Global speed, use the onboard shortcut to enter
Macro Speed Mode, and then use the number row to select a speed from 1-9. If you wish to temporarily
disable macro playback (without deleting any macros), chose 0 instead.
Note: You can override the Global speed setting and assign a custom, individual playback speed for each
macro using the SmartSet App (See Section 5.4).
4.7 Enable/Disable NKRO Mode (SmartSet+F10)
NKRO (“n-key rollover”) mode is a special operating mode that allows the keyboard to register all
simultaneous key-presses. Most standard keyboards, and even many gaming keyboards, limit the number of
keys you can press at one time to six (aka “6KRO”). If you press more than 6 keys at a time on a 6KRO
keyboard, the keyboard may fail to register some of those key-presses. 6KRO is fine for basic typing and will
work for most gamers a majority of the time, but hardcore gamers who are playing at lightning-fast speeds
prefer NKRO keyboards for maximum performance. Use the onboard shortcut to toggle NKRO Mode on and
off (the Edge will take a second to re-enumerate). NKRO mode will remain in effect until keyboard is
unplugged or the v-Drive is opened. Confirm NKRO mode with the Status Report.
4.8 Enable/Disable Game Mode (SmartSet+F11)
Game Mode disables all Windows key actions to keep you from accidentally exiting your game. The Game
Mode indicator LED (“G”) in the upper right corner of the keyboard will illuminate when Game Mode is on.
4.9 Soft Reset (SmartSet+Shift+F12)
Erases all custom remaps and macros in both layers of the active Profile.
Note: A Soft Reset does not modify the Lighting Effect for the active Profile.
Seng Speed 1 Speed 2 Speed 3 Speed 4 Speed 5 Speed 6 Speed 7 Speed 8 Speed 9
Acons Per Second 4 8 12 22 35 (default) 62 85 125 250
Words Per Minute 48 96 144 264 420 744 1,020 1,500 3,000
*Playback speeds are approximate. Exact speeds will depend on the length of the macro, your computer, and the active application.
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