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User's Guide
GK480 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Ver.:1.01
Caution: Read the user's guide for proper installation instructions.
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Summary of Contents for AOC GK480

  • Page 1 User’s Guide GK480 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Ver.:1.01 Caution: Read the user's guide for proper installation instructions.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Package Contents and System Requirements ............. 3 2 Technical Specifications ....................3 3 Device Layout ......................4 4 Windows Installation ....................5 5 Open Methods ......................7 6 Software Update ......................8 7 Home ........................... 8 8 Device setting ......................9 8.1 Keyboard Settings ..................
  • Page 3: Package Contents And System Requirements

    Internet connection  Technical Support Free online technical support at www.aoc.com 2 Technical Specifications Pre-lubed AOC mechanical switches, rated for 60 million clicks.  Light FX Rainbow and RGB LED sidelight  All key programmable  Up to 1000Hz/ms report rate ...
  • Page 4: Device Layout

    5.9 ft Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 0 ° C (32 ° F) to 40 ° C (104 ° F)  Operating Humidity: 10% - 85%  3 Device Layout Combination Key Function   FN + Esc = Press and hold for 3 seconds to restore factory settings ...
  • Page 5: Windows Installation

    4 Windows Installation 1. Download the AOC G-Menu executable, and double click the EXE file to start the installation. 2. Accept the license agreement by selecting the I Agree radio button, and clicking the Next button. 3. Select the installation folder. Select the default folder by pressing the Next button.
  • Page 6 4. Confirm Installation by pressing the Next button. 5. Complete the installation by pressing the Close button. Congratulations on installing G-menu!
  • Page 7: Open Methods

    To uninstall G-Menu: For Windows 10: Go to Windows Settings > Apps > Apps and Features > select G- Menu and press the Uninstall button. For Windows 7/8/8.1: Go to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features > select G-Menu and press the Uninstall button. 5 Open Methods There are 3 ways to access the G-Menu application.
  • Page 8: Software Update

    After the download is complete, the interface will alert you to install the update.  Note: If there is no network connection, G-Menu will not be able to detect updates. 7 Home  Open AOC G-Menu application and enter the home page.
  • Page 9: Device Setting

    1) Application name: Displayed on the top left, not clickable. 2) Brand logo, Software version: Displayed at the bottom right, not clickable. 3) Minimize/Restore: Displayed at the top right. Click to switch the interface to zoom in/restore the display. 4) Setting: Displayed at the top right. Click to enter the setting interface, where you can set the language.
  • Page 10  Navigation button are, from top-to-bottom: Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, Mouse mat, Headset.  The icons of unconnected devices are hidden. 3. Multi-model  Click on the Model drop-down menu to display a list of devices attached to the system.  Data will start loading automatically after selecting a model.
  • Page 11  Enter the name of the new profile.  Click the File button to open the local executable file or enter the execution path in the input box directly.  Click the Save button to add the profile.  Click the Cancel button to close the pop-up box. B) Import ...
  • Page 12 E) Associate  You may associate an executable file to run each time the profile is selected.  Click the File button to open a File Explorer dialog box that shows .exe files.  Or you can directly enter the execution path in the input box. ...
  • Page 13: Keyboard Settings

    1. The left side of the interface is the current device onboard, the right side is list of all local profile files. 2. On-board adaptation: Drag the profile file to the back of the corresponding on-board color. After completion, the profile will be immediately applied to the on-board to take effect. 3.
  • Page 14  Undefined: Hover the mouse over a key to highlight it. Select the key to change the function of that key. Functions include: Macro Manager, Multimedia settings, DPI Switch settings, RB (Right Button), LB (Left Button), Browser Backward, Browser Forward, Fire Button, Windows Key, (see section 8.1.1.1) and Button Off.
  • Page 15  Repeat Times: Enter the number of times to repeat the macro action, default 1.  Repeat Until You Press Any Macro Key to End: Repeat the macro action until you press any macro key to end replay of the macro. ...
  • Page 16: Sensitivity

     Select one or more modifier key check boxes: Ctrl/Shift/Alt/Win. Default, all deselected.  Single-key input box: Press the key on the keyboard to set the Smart Key. The last key pressed will be entered. Default, empty.  Reset  Click the Reset button to restore the default factory settings.
  • Page 17: Light Fx

    1. Polling Rate  Select how often key pressed are polled for: 125Hz/250Hz/500Hz/1000Hz. Default, 250Hz 2. Repeat Delay  Select how long, in seconds, before a key begins repeating when held: 0/3/6/9. Default 3 secs. 3. Repeat Rate  Select the repeat rate of a held key: Slow (0)- Fast (31). Default 5. 4.
  • Page 18: Macro

     Select how fast the color will pulse. 3. Brightness  Select the brightness the color will glow or turn off. 4. Rotation  Control the direction of light effect movement: Clockwise/Counter clockwise. 5. Cancel  Click the Cancel button to cancel this setting and return to the last saved state. 6.
  • Page 19  Enter a name into the text box. 50 characters max. 2) Delay  Select the delay time for running the macro.  Recording: Follow the delays between actions exactly as recorded. Default.  Fixed: The trigger time between each action is fixed. Default, 20ms. ...
  • Page 20 3. Delete  Click the Delete button to delete the macro. Then confirm or cancel the deletion. 4. Import  Click the Import button to open a File Explorer dialog box.  Find the macro file to import.  Click the Open button to import the macro file. ...
  • Page 21: Discover

     Click the Save button to export the macro file.  Click the Cancel button to cancel the export, and close the dialog box. 8.3 Discover Discover and share profiles with others on the G-Menu network. 1. Back  Click the < (Back) button to return to the main menu. 2.
  • Page 22 3. Search Bar  Click in the Search bar to find profiles containing the search term in the publisher, title or description. 4. Upload  Click on the Upload button to open the upload interface.  If not logged in, the login interface opens. 5.
  • Page 23  Upload Date: When the profile was uploaded, in year-month-day (yyyy-mm-dd) format.  Downloads: Shows how often the profile was downloaded.  Download Icon: Click on the Download button to download the profile.  Once the profile has been downloaded, the profile will be available for configuration. Click the Configure button to enter the configuration dialog box.
  • Page 24: Download Profile

    8.3.1 Download profile 1. Click the Download button to start downloading the selected profile.  This display will change to 'Downloading...'. 2. After the download is complete.  Click the Apply button to begin configuration.  Click the Dismiss button to configure later.
  • Page 25: Configure Profile

    3. Abnormal situation  If the download is interrupted, the software will attempt to continue or you may re-download later. 8.3.2 Configure Profile 1. When the profile download is complete, click the Apply button.  Enter the Profile Configuration.  If there is currently no compatible device available an error will appear.
  • Page 26: Upload

     Enter a name for the configuration. 2) Devices  Select your specific device models. 3) Profile  The current profile is displayed by default, and the selection cannot be switched. 4) Close  Click the Close button to cancel the configuration. 5) Next ...
  • Page 27: Search

     With the checkboxes, select the connected devices and device models for this profile. 5. Select a profile  Select an existing profile to use with each device. 6. Share with Other Users  Enabled: Shares this profile with the public. ...
  • Page 28 1. Email  Enter your Email address. 2. Password  Enter your password. 3. Login  Click the Login button to log into your account. 4. Forgot Password  Click the Forgot Password button to reset your password. For more information, see below. 5.
  • Page 29 3. Password and Confirm Password  Enter and confirm a password. From 6-18 characters (letters, digits or special characters ). 4. Click the Next button to receive a verification code email. The code will expire in 15 minutes. 5. Verification code confirmation ...
  • Page 30 8.3.5.2 Forgot Password 1. To reset your password: Enter the email address associated with your account. A recovery link will be sent. 2. Click the Email Me button to have the password reset email sent. 3. Email password reset 1) Password reset link received in the email ...
  • Page 31  Link valid time: 2 hours. 2) Password reset interface  Enter and confirm a password containing between 6 to 18 characters (numbers or letters).  Click the Reset Password button:  If the passwords match and pass verification, the password is changes, and the success dialog box appears.
  • Page 32: My Account

    8.3.6 My Account Prerequisite: You must be logged in to access your account information. Click on the My Account button to display the account information. 1) Account options:  Click the My Uploads button to enter the My Uploads interface. ...
  • Page 33 8.3.6.1 My uploads 1. Click the Discover button to return to the discover homepage. 2. Click the Back button to return to the main menu. 3. Profile content:  Cover  Publisher's nickname and avatar  Profile title and introduction ...
  • Page 34 8.3.6.2 My downloads 1. Display the profile information and download time of profiles that have been downloaded and saved locally. 2. Click the Configuration button to enter the configuration interface. 3. Click the Delete button to delete the profile file locally and return to the Profile list.
  • Page 35 8.3.6.3 Account settings 1. The Email address cannot be changed, to change the email address create a new account. 2. Profile picture  Click to open a File Explorer dialog box to change the picture. 3. Edit Name 4. Edit password ...
  • Page 36: Setting

    8.4 Setting Change the setting for G-Menu. Switch Language  Displays all currently supported languages, among which the currently used language is highlighted.  Click the appropriate language button to switch languages immediately. Back  Click the < (Back) button to return to the previous interface. 8.5 Tray Exit ...
  • Page 37: Safety Guide And Maintenance

    4. Warranty void, if disassembled. Do not attempt to repair the device. 5. Troubleshoot by unplugging the device and plugging it back in. If this does not resolve the issue, unplug the device and visit www.aoc.com for support.
  • Page 38 Maintenance Monthly maintenance: Unplug the device and wipe with a soft cloth or cotton swab. Moisten the cloth with warm water for stubborn dirt. Do not use soap or harsh detergents.