Keychron V3 - Keyboard Manual

Fully Assembled Version

Barebone Version

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.

Mac / Windows

1. Switch To The Right System
   Please make sure the system toggle on the top left corner 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 four layers of key settings on the keyboard. The layer 0 and layer 1 are for the Mac system. The layer 2 and layer 3 are for the Windows system.
   
   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 2 will be activated. Remember that if you are using it in Windows mode, please make changes to the layer 2 instead of the top layer (the layer 0). This is a common mistake people are making.
   
4. The Backlight
   Press fn + Q to change the lighting effect
   
   
   Press fn + tab to turn the backlight on/off
   
5. Adjust The Backlight Brightness
   Press fn + W to increase the backlight brightness
   
   Press fn + S to decrease the backlight brightness
   
6. Adjust The Backlight Speed
   Press fn + T to increase the light effect speed
   
   Press fn + G to decrease the light effect speed
   
7. Activate Siri / Cortana
   For Siri on Mac: Go to System preferences> Siri > select "Hold Command Space" option.
   *Siri key only works on macOS and does not work on iOS.
   
   For Cortana on Windows: Select Start > Settings > Cortana and select the shortcut by pressing Windows key + C key.
   *Windows Cortana is available far Windows and OS„Cortana is only available in certain countries / regions and might not work everywhere.
   
8. Warranty
   The keyboard is highly customizable and easy to be rebuilt. f anything goes wrong with any of the keyboard components of keyboard during the warranty period, we will only replace the defective parts of the keyboard, not the whole keyboard.
   
9. 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.
   
10. Factory Reset
    

Troubleshooting? Don't know what's going on with the keyboard?

1. Try factory reset by pressing fn + 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 will enter DFU mode.
5. Flash the firmware with the QMK Toolbox.
6. Factory reset the keyboard again by pressing fn + J + Z (for 4 seconds).

* Step by step guide can be found on our website.

V3 CUSTOMIZABLE KEYBOARD SPECIFICATIONS

V3 MECHANICAL KEYBOARD OVERVIEW

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 Mac and press the fn/MO(1) key.

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.

Safety Precaution: 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 -10C (5F) or above 50C (131F) to preserve the lifespan of the keyboard.

Documents / Resources

References

• Keychron | High End Mechanical Keyboards for Mac, Windows and Phones – Keychron | Mechanical Keyboards for Mac, Windows and Android
• http://caniusevia.com

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