Kinesis Gaming KB975 User Manual
Freestyle edge rgb, split, programmable, rgb, mechanical
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- Page 1 User Manual KB975 Programmable Split Mechanical...
- Page 2 Kinesis Corporation 22030 20th Avenue SE, Suite 102 Bothell, Washington 98021 USA Keyboard models covered by this manual: www.KinesisGaming.com KB975-BLU KB975-RED KB975-BRN October 2, 2018 Edition 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Read Me First………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 Keyboard Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 4 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Backlighting…...……..…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 Dual Layer Layouts (Embedded Fn Layer)……………………………………………………………………………… 6 Multimedia Actions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Programming Cluster………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Removable Palm Supports……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 SmartSet Programming Engine- Onboard Shortcuts………………………………………………………………….. 7 Adjustable Linking Cable………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Game Bank…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. -
Page 4: Read Me First
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. ... -
Page 5: Keyboard Overview
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) ... -
Page 6: Introduction
3.0 Introduction 3.1 Backlighting The Freestyle Edge is equipped with vibrant RGB backlighting. Tap the LED key to quickly toggle the backlighting On and Off To choose from one of the 9 pre-configured Lighting Profiles, simply hold the SmartSet Key and tap the LED key, then select a number 1-9 from the number row. -
Page 7: Smartset Programming Engine- Onboard Shortcuts
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. Additional (unlegended) onboard shortcuts are described in Section XX. To trigger an onboard shortcut, hold the SmartSet Key and then tap F7-F11. -
Page 8: Recording Macros
4.2 Recording Macros A macro is string of characters or key actions that is triggered by a single key press. 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 and each layout can store up to 7200 total macro characters. -
Page 9: Run Status Report
Remapping Tips Remapping is a one-way process, it creates a duplicate key action but it does not “swap” two key actions. 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. -
Page 10: Adjust Global Macro Speed
Keep the v-Drive closed when not in use: For best results, keep the v-Drive closed when not using the SmartSet App and refrain from using onboard shortcuts while the v-Drive is open. Note: The keyboard’s multimedia and mouse actions are disabled while the v-Drive is open. Always Eject v-Drive before closing: Before closing the v-Drive, it is important to always Eject the “FS EDGE RGB”... -
Page 11: Hard Reset
Program Lock use the same onboard shortcut. 4.13 Update Firmware (SmartSet + Shift + U) Periodically Kinesis Gaming will release new versions of firmware for the Freestyle Edge with new features and bug fixes. Installing new firmware is quick and easy. -
Page 12: Smartset Programming App (Windows)
5.0 SmartSet Programming App (Windows) The SmartSet App lets you design custom layouts, build powerful macros, create unique Lighting Profiles, and customize keyboard settings with a simple-to-use graphical interface. The App works in conjunction with onboard programming, but it has several additional tools for power users. Note: The SmartSet App is Windows only, but Mac &... -
Page 13: Using The Smartset App
5.2 Using the SmartSet App Since the Freestyle Edge does not utilize any custom drivers, in order for the SmartSet App to communicate with the keyboard it is necessary to open the keyboard’s “v-Drive” before launching the App (See Section XX). - Page 14 Mouse Clicks: Left Click, Middle Click, Right Click, Button 4, and Button 5 (Double-Clicks can be programmed using the Macro Editor) Alternate Layouts: Choose from a pre-configured Dvorak, or Colemak layout Disable Key: Disable the action for any key on the keyboard ...
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Page 15: Global Keyboard Se Ngs Editor
Individual Playback Speed: All macros recorded on-the-fly will playback at the keyboard’s “Global Speed” setting. To achieve optimal playback performance use the “Speed” knob SmartSet App set a custom speed (1 -9) specifically tailored to each macro and its intended playback environment, or choose “G” for Global. Se ng Speed 1 Speed 2... -
Page 16: Ligh Ng Editor
5.5 Lighting Editor There are 9 customizable Lighting Profiles that can easily be selected using the onboard lighting shortcut (SmartSet + LED then number row). Each of these 9 Lighting Profiles can be assigned one of seven customizable lighting modes by selecting the mode from the Lighting Effects menu at left. Lighting Effects ... -
Page 17: Direct Programming (Mac, Linux, & Chrome)
6.0 Direct Programming (Mac, Linux & Chrome users) The keyboard’s layouts, lighting profiles, and settings are stored on the v-Drive as a series of simple text files (.txt), which can be accessed in Windows, Linux, Mac, and Chrome. For those users that do not have access to a computer that can run the SmartSet App, Direct Programming is a way to access to the various power user tools which are not otherwise available through onboard programming. -
Page 18: Position Token Map
The order in which the lines of code appears in the .txt file does not generally matter, except in the event of conflicting commands, in which case the command closest to the bottom of the file will be implemented. ... -
Page 19: Key Action Token Dictionary
6.3 Key Action Token Dictionary Alphanumeric ‐ Function Keys Modifiers Le Shi Right Shi Le Alt Right Alt Le Windows Right Windows Le Ctrl Right Ctrl & Command & Command LSHFT RSHFT LALT RALT LWIN RWIN LCTRL RCTRL Punctuation Open Bracket Close Bracket Period Comma Apostrophe... -
Page 20: Direct Programming Remaps
6.4 Programming Remaps To program a remap, encode the position token and the action token in square brackets, separated by “>“. Remap Examples: 1. Hotkey 1 performs Q: [hk1]>[q] 2. Escape key performs Caps Lock: [esc]>[caps] 3. The Windows key in the Fn layer performs Right Shift: fn [lwin]>[rshft] 4. -
Page 21: Programming Global Keyboard Settings
6.6 Programming Settings Keyboard Settings The current global settings for the keyboard are saved in the “kbd_settings.txt” file in the “settings” sub-folder. Users can update these settings by modifying the fields in this .txt file and then using the Refresh shortcut (SmartSet + Layout) to implement them. -
Page 22: V-Drive Repair
Breathe Mode: To enable Breathe mode, use the breathe token and then specify the speed value (1-9), and then specify the color value of each key you would like to illuminate as you would in Individual mode (described above). Example: WASD keys breathe cyan at speed 5 (all other keys are off) [breathe]>[spd5]]…... -
Page 23: Maintenance
7.0 Maintenance To keep your Freestyle Edge performing at its peak, we recommend periodically spraying canned air between the keycaps to remove any loose debris and wiping it clean with a damp, soft cloth (no soap). 8.0 Technical Support, Repairs, and Returns For Downloads, FAQs, troubleshooting tips, other resources visit and to submit a support ticket visit KinesisGaming.com/Support.
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