Keychron Q8 - Customizable Keyboard Manual

Fully Assembled Version

Keyboard
1 x Fully Assembled Keyboard

Including
1 x Aluminum Case
1 x PCB
1 x Steel Plate
14x Gaskets (8 Installed and 6 in the Box)
5 Sets x Stabilizers
1 Set x Keycaps (PBT Double-shot)
1 Set x Switches (Gateron G Pro)

Cable
1 x Type-C to Type-C Cable
1 x Type-A to Type-C Adapter

Tools
1 x Switch Puller
1 x Keycap Puller
11 x Screw driver
1 x Hex Key

Barebone Version

Keyboard Kit
1 x Keyboard Kit (Without Keycaps & Switches)

Including
1 x Aluminum Case
1 x PCB
1 x Steel Plate
14 x Gaskets (8 Installed and 6 in the Box)
5 Sets Stabilizers

Cable
1 x Type-C to Type-C Cable
1 x Type-A to Type-C Adapter

Tools
1 x Switch Puller
1 x Keycap Puller
1 x Screwdriver
1 x Hex Key

QUICK START GUIDE

If you are a Windows user, please find the appropriate keycaps in the box, then follow the instructions below to find and replace the following keycaps.

1. Switch To The Right System
   Please make sure the system toggle on the top center has been switched to the same system as your computer's operating system.
   
2. The VIA Key Remapping Software
   Please visit caniusevia.com to download the latest VIA software to remap the keys.
   If the VIA software cannot recognize your keyboard, please reach out to our support to get the instruction.
   
3. The Layers
   There are five layers of key settings on the keyboard
   The layer 0 is for the Mac system.
   The layer 1 is for the Windows system.
   The layer 2 is for the Mac Multimedia keys.
   The layer 3 is for the Windows Multimedia keys.
   The layer 4 is for the Function keys.
   
   If your system toggle is switched to Mac, then the layer 0 will be activated.
   
   If your system toggle is switched to Windows, then the layer 1 will be activated.
   
4. Multimedia Key and Function Key
   
   In order to get Multimedia Key, you need to press fn1 and Key.
   In order to get Function Key, you need to press fn2 and Key.
5. The Backlight
   Press fn1 + Q to change the lighting effect
   
   Press fn1 + tab to turn the backlight on/off
   
6. Adjust The Backlight Brightness
   fn1 + W to increase the backlight brightness
   
   fn1 + S to decrease the backlight brightness
   
7. Adjust The Backlight Speed
   Press fn1 + T to increase the light effect speed
   
   Press fn1 + G to decrease the light effect speed
   
8. Watch The Building Tutorial On Our Website
   If you are building the keyboard for the first time, we highly recommend you watch the building tutorial video on our website first, then start building the keyboard yourself.
9. Factory Reset
   Troubleshooting? Don't know what's going on with the keyboard?
   
   1. Try factory reset by pressing fn1 + J + Z (for 4 seconds).
   2. Download the right firmware for your keyboard from our website. Remove the power cable from the keyboard.
   3. Remove the space bar keycap to find the reset button on the PCB.
   4. Hold the reset key while plugging in the power cable and then release the reset key. The keyboard now wil enter DFU mode.
   5. Flash the firmware with the QMK Toolbox.
   6. Factory reset the keyboard again by pressing fn1 + J + Z (for 4 seconds).
      *Step by step guide can be found on our website.

Q8 CUSTOMIZABLE KEYBOARD SPECIFICATIONS

Q8 MECHANICAL KEYBOARD OVERVIEW

1. Type-C Port
2. Mac Layout
3. Windows Layout

DEFAULT KEY LAYOUT

LAYER 0: This layer will be activated when your keyboard's system toggle is switched to Mac.

LAYER 1: This layer will be activated when your keyboard''s system toggle is switched to Windows.

LAIt = Left Alt
LWin = Left Windows
RAIt = Right Alt

LAYER 2: This layer will be activated when your keyboard's system toggle is switched to Mac and press the fn1/MO(2) key.

LAYER 3: This layer will be activated when your keyboard's system toggle is switched to Windows and press the fn1/MO(3) key.

LAYER 4: This layer will be activated when you press the fn2/MO(4) key.

KEY DESCRIPTION

Safety Precaution

Third party input tools are not compatible with the keyboard.
Due to compatibility, versions, brands and drivers of Windows/macOS, functionalities of third Party input tools may be affected while using the keyboard. Please make sure your operating system and drivers are up to date.

Certain fn keys or multimedia keys does not work under Windows/Android mode.
Functionalities of certain multimedia keys may be disabled due to compatibility, versions, brands and drivers of Windows/Android OS.

Keep the product, accessories and packaging parts out of reach of children to prevent any accidents and choking hazards.
Always keep the product dry to avoid corrosion.
Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures below -10°C (5°F) or above 50°C (131°F) to preserve the lifespan of the keyboard.

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