Razer DeathStalker Chroma Manual

INTRODUCTION

The Razer DeathStalker Chroma membrane gaming keyboard delivers merciless power when it is designed with slim chiclet keycaps for shorter travel distance and rapid-fire actuations. Your fingers will be flying across the low-profile keys at lightning speed and in comfort, executing commands for your master plan faster than enemies can react.

Unlike traditional keyboards that can only register up to 3 simultaneous key presses, the superior anti-ghosting technology built into the Razer DeathStalker Chroma allows up to ten simultaneous key presses to obliterate the competition more effortlessly. Every key actuated at the same time will respond accurately in-game with zero lag.

Now with Chroma customizable backlighting, the latest version of this gaming keyboard unleashes the entire spectrum of 16.8 million colors and allows you to create elaborate lighting effects that are uniquely yours.

PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• Razer DeathStalker Chroma – Expert Membrane Gaming Keyboard
• Important Product Information Guide

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Mac with a free USB port
• Mac OS X (10.8-10.10)
• Internet connection
• 200MB of free hard disk space

REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT

REGISTRATION
Sign up for a Razer ID now to get real-time information on your product's warranty status. To learn more about Razer Synapse and all its features, visit www.razerzone.com/synapse.

If you are already a Razer ID user, register your product by clicking on your email address within the Razer Synapse application and select Warranty Status from the dropdown list.

To register your product online, visit www.razerzone.com/registration. Please note that you will not be able to view your warranty status if you register via the website.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
What you'll get:

• 1 year limited manufacturer's warranty.
• Free online technical support at www.razersupport.com.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Chiclet key caps
• Chroma lighting with 16.8 million customizable color options
• Razer Synapse enabled
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling
• Fully programmable keys with on the fly macro recording
• Dedicated Gaming Mode
• Anti-ghosting capability for up to 10 simultaneous key presses
• Braided cable
• Fixed wrist rest

APPROXIMATE SIZE & WEIGHT:

• Width 460mm / 18.11"
• Height 214mm / 8.43"
• Depth 16.5mm / 0.65"
• Weight 1086.3g / 2.39lbs

DEVICE LAYOUT

1. Volume Control Keys
2. Media Keys
3. On-The-Fly Macro record Key
4. Gaming Mode Key
5. LED Control Keys
6. Sleep Mode Key
7. LED Indicators

INSTALLING YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER CHROMA

Note: You may skip Steps 2-4 if you already have Razer Synapse installed and an existing account.

Step 1: Plug the Razer DeathStalker Chroma to your computer.

Step 2: Download the Razer Synapse installer from www.razerzone.com/synapse.

Step 3: Run the installer and follow the onscreen instructions.

Step 4: Register for a Razer Synapse account and confirm your new account.

Step 5: Open Razer Synapse and login to your account.

Step 6: Wait until the software automatically downloads and installs.

Note: By default, your Razer DeathStalker Chroma is set to the Spectrum Cycling lighting effect. To customize the lighting, please install Razer Synapse.

USING YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER CHROMA

	The audio volume controls allow you to mute (), decrease () and increase () the audio output.
	The media keys allow you to play/pause () a track or skip tracks backward () and forward ().
	The LED control keys allow you to decrease () or increase () the brightness of your keyboard's LEDs.
	The sleep key allows you to suspend all operating system activities. This function allows you to save electricity while the computer is idle.

ON-THE-FLY MACRO RECORDING

Follow these steps to create an OTF Macro Recording:

1. Press the Macro key to start recording.
2. The Macro Recording Indicator will light up to show that the device is ready to record.
3. Type in the keys you want to record.
4. Press both the FN and Macro key to stop the recording or the ESC key to cancel recording. The Macro Recording Indicator will start to blink to show that the device has stopped recording and is ready to save the macro.
5. Press the desired key where you want to save your macro.

GAMING MODE

Activating the Gaming Mode allows you to toggle between the multimedia keys and the function keys as your primary function. An indicator will light up when Gaming Mode is turned ON. To turn the Gaming Mode Off, press both the FN and Gaming Mode Key.

CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER CHROMA

Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse. These features are also subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System.

KEYBOARD TAB

The Keyboard Tab is your default tab when you first install Razer Synapse. This tab allows you to customize your device's profiles and key assignments.

Profile
A Profile is a convenient way of organizing all your custom settings and you can have an infinite number of profiles at your disposal. Any changes made within each tab are automatically saved to the current profile and stored into the cloud servers.

You can create a new profile by clicking the button or delete the current profile by clicking the button. The button allows you to Copy, Import, and Export profiles. Your current profile by default is named "Profile" however; you can rename it by typing on the text field below PROFILE NAME.

Each profile can be set to FN + 0 - 9 using the SHORTCUT dropdown menu for fast profile switching. Each profile can also be set to automatically activate when you run a program or application through the use of the LINK PROGRAM option.

Customize Tab
The Customize Tab is where you can modify the basic functionalities of your device such as key assignments to suit your gaming needs. The changes made in this tab are automatically saved to your current profile.

Key Assignment Menu
Initially, each key is set to DEFAULT. However, you may change the function of this key by clicking the desired key to access the Key Assignment Menu.

Listed below are the customization options and their description.

Default

This option enables you to return the key to its original function. To choose the DEFAULT, simple select it from the Key Assignment Menu.

Keyboard Function

This option enables you to change any key into another keyboard function. To choose a keyboard function, select KEYBOARD FUNCTION from the Key Assignment Menu and enter the key you wish to use on the given field below. You may also include modifier keys such as Ctrl, Shift, Alt or any of those combinations.

Mouse Function

This option allows you to change any key into a mouse button function. To choose a mouse function, select MOUSE FUNCTION from the Key Assignment Menu and an ASSIGN BUTTON submenu will appear.

Listed below are the functions which you can choose from the Assign Button submenu:

Inter-device

Inter-device allows you to change the functionality of other Razer Synapse-enabled devices. Some of these functionalities are device-specific such as using your Razer gaming keyboard to change the Sensitivity Stage of your Razer gaming mouse. When you select Inter-device from the Key Assignment Menu, a sub-menu will appear.

DEVICE TO LINK allows you to choose which currently connected Razer device can be linked while FUNCTION allows you to choose which functionality you want to use for the linked device.

Macro

A Macro is a prerecorded sequence of keystrokes and button presses that is executed with precise timing. By setting a key to Macro, you can conveniently execute a chain of commands. When you select this option from the Key Assignment Menu, a submenu will appear which allows you to choose a prerecorded macro command. See the MACROS TAB to learn more about creating Macro commands.

Switch Profile

The Switch Profile enables you to change profiles on the fly and immediately load all your pre-configured settings. When you select Switch Profile from the Key Assignment Menu, a sub-menu will appear that will allow you to choose which profile to use. An on-screen display will automatically appear whenever you switch profiles.

Launch Program

Launch Program allows you to launch a program or a website using the assigned key. When you select Launch Program from the Key Assignment Menu, two options will appear which allow you to search for the specific program you want to open or write the address of the website you want to visit.

Multimedia Function

This option allows you to bind multimedia playback controls to your device. After selecting Multimedia Function, a submenu will appear. Listed below are the multimedia playback controls you can choose from the submenu:

Shortcuts

This option enables you to assign the key into an Operating System shortcut command.

For more information please visit: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1343

Disable

This option renders the assigned key unusable. Use Disable if you do not want to use the key or if it interferes with your gaming.

Lighting Tab
The Lighting Tab allows you to customize the look of your keyboard by choosing from 16.8 million colors for the backlight. Keys on this keyboard are split into 6 zones and the lighting effect on each zone can be customized individually.

Note: You must configure the keyboard lighting based on zones. Individual keys cannot be separately customized.
If you have other Chroma-enabled devices, you can synchronize all lighting scheme by clicking the button. Note that this synchronization function will only apply on devices that support the selected scheme.

Basic lighting effects

	Name	Description	How to set up
	Spectrum cycling	The lighting on the keyboard will cycle between 16.8 million colors indefinitely	Default effect. No further customization is required
	Wave	The keyboard lighting will scroll in the direction selected with a default spectrum of colors	Select either left-to-right or right-to-left wave direction
	Static	The keyboard will remain lit in the selected color	Select the desired lighting color
	Breathing	The keyboard lighting fades in and out of the selected color(s)	Select up to 2 colors for this setting

Gaming Mode Tab
The Gaming Mode Tab allows you to customize each profile to use either the function key or the multimedia key by turning Gaming Mode On or Off. An indicator will light up when Gaming Mode is turned ON.

MACROS TAB

The Macros Tab allows you to create a series of precise keystrokes and button presses. This tab also allows you to have numerous macros and extremely long macro commands at your disposal.

The Macro section works similarly to Profile wherein you can rename a macro by typing on the field below MACRO NAME. There are also other options available in the macro section such as creating a new macro by clicking the button and deleting the current macro by clicking the button. The button allows you to Copy, Import, and Export macros.

To create a macro command, simply click the button and all your keystrokes and button presses will automatically register on the macro screen. When you are done recording your macro commands, click on the button to end the session.

The Macro section allows you to input the delay in-between commands. In RECORD DELAY the delay in-between commands are registered as how it is entered. The DEFAULT DELAY uses a predefined time (expressed in seconds) as the delay. And NO DELAY omits all the pauses in-between keystrokes and button presses.

Note: You may use up to three decimal places when inserting values on the seconds (sec) field.

Once you have recorded a macro, you may edit the commands you have entered by selecting each command on the macro screen. Each keystroke or button press is arranged sequentially with the first command shown at the top of the screen.

The button allows you to edit a particular command and the button enables you to delete a command. The and buttons gives you the option to move the command up or down.

The button allows you to put in additional keystrokes, button presses or time delays either before or after the selected command.

Once you have pressed the button, a new display window will appear beside the list of macro commands. The dropdown menu on this window allows you to choose a keystroke or a delay to be added in before or after the highlighted macro command.


You may add in a new set of macro commands by clicking the button on the keystroke menu; or input time delays on the duration field using the delay menu.

SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE

SAFETY GUIDELINES

In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer DeathStalker Chroma, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines:

1. Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug the device and contact the Razer hotline or go towww.razersupport.comfor support. Do not attempt to service or fix the device yourself at any time.
2. Do not take apart the device (doing so will void your warranty) and do not attempt to operate it under abnormal current loads.
3. Keep the device away from liquid, humidity or moisture. Operate the device only within the specific temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F). Should the temperature exceed this range, unplug and/or switch off the device in order to let the temperature stabilize to an optimal level.

COMFORT

Research has shown that long periods of repetitive motion, improper positioning of your computer peripherals, incorrect body position, and poor habits may be associated with physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles. Below are some guidelines to avoid injury and ensure optimum comfort while using your Razer DeathStalker Chroma.

1. Position your keyboard and monitor directly in front of you with your mouse next to it. Place your elbows next to your side, not too far away and your Keyboard within easy reach.
2. Adjust the height of your chair and table so that the keyboard and mouse are at or below elbow height.
3. Keep your feet well supported, posture straight and your shoulders relaxed.
4. During gameplay, relax your wrist and keep it straight. If you do the same tasks with your hands repeatedly, try not to bend, extend or twist your hands for long periods.
5. Do not rest your wrists on hard surfaces for long periods. Use a wrist rest to support your wrist while gaming.
6. Customize the keys on your keyboard to suit your style of gaming in order to minimize repetitive or awkward motions while gaming.
7. Do not sit in the same position all day. Get up, step away from your desk and do exercises to stretch your arms, shoulders, neck and legs.
8. If you should experience any physical discomfort while using your Keyboard, such as pain, numbness, or tingling in your hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck or back, please consult a qualified medical doctor immediately.

MAINTENANCE AND USE

The Razer DeathStalker Chroma requires minimum maintenance to keep it in optimum condition. Once a month we recommend you unplug the device from the computer and clean it using a soft cloth or cotton swab with a bit of warm water to prevent dirt buildup. Do not use soap or harsh cleaning agents.