Cherry KW 300 MX

Cherry KW 300 MX Mechanical Keyboard User Manual

Model: KW 300 MX

Уводзіны

The Cherry KW 300 MX is a compact mechanical keyboard designed for versatile use. It features sound-proofed housing for quiet operation, dimmable white backlighting, and original German-made CHERRY MX2A switches. This keyboard offers multi-connection options via Bluetooth or USB-C and includes a hot-swap base for easy switch replacement. It also supports both Windows and Mac layouts with additional keycaps provided for Mac users.

Асноўныя характарыстыкі:

  • CHERRY MX2A Switches: Equipped with original CHERRY MX2A switches for smooth typing, improved acoustics, and a long lifespan.
  • Sound-Proofed Housing: Multiple layers of foam dampen internal noise, resulting in quiet operation.
  • Раз'ёмы з магчымасцю гарачай замены: Дазваляе лёгка замяняць асобныя перамыкачы без паяння.
  • Мульты-злучэнне: Connects via Bluetooth or USB-C cable.
  • Акумулятарная батарэя: Integrated lithium-ion battery provides weeks of use on a single charge.
  • Сумяшчальнасць з Mac: Includes additional keycaps for easy conversion to a Mac layout.
  • Integrated Control Dial: A multi-function dial for controlling various settings.
Cherry KW 300 MX Mechanical Keyboard

Малюнак 1: Зверху ўніз view of the Cherry KW 300 MX Mechanical Keyboard.

Настройка

1. Пачатковае ўключэнне

To power on the keyboard, press and hold the integrated control dial located on the top right of the keyboard. This applies to both wired and wireless modes.

2. Зарадка акумулятара

The keyboard features a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Connect the keyboard to a power source using the provided USB-C to USB-A cable. The battery status indicator will show charging progress. A full charge can last several weeks, depending on backlight usage.

USB-C charging port on Cherry KW 300 MX keyboard

Figure 2: USB-C port for charging and wired connection.

3. Падключэнне клавіятуры

The Cherry KW 300 MX supports multiple connection methods:

  • Правадное злучэнне: Connect the keyboard directly to your computer using the supplied USB-C to USB-A cable.
  • Злучэнне Bluetooth: The keyboard supports up to 4 Bluetooth devices.
    1. Пераканайцеся, што клавіятура ўключана.
    2. Press and hold the Bluetooth channel key (e.g., Fn + 1, 2, 3, or 4) until the indicator light flashes, indicating pairing mode.
    3. On your device (PC, Mac, tablet), navigate to Bluetooth settings and select "Cherry KW 300 MX" from the list of available devices.
    4. Пасля спалучэння індыкатар пачне гарэць пастаянна.
Cherry KW 300 MX keyboard showing multi-device Bluetooth connectivity

Figure 3: Flexible multi-device function with 4 channels for up to 4 devices.

4. Mac Layout Conversion

For Mac users, the keyboard includes additional keycaps to convert from a Windows layout to a Mac layout. Use the provided keycap puller to carefully remove the relevant keycaps (e.g., Alt, Win, Ctrl) and replace them with the Mac-specific keycaps (e.g., Option, Command).

Cherry KW 300 MX keyboard with Mac keycaps

Figure 4: Keyboard showing Mac layout keycaps.

Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі

1. Функцыі дыска кіравання

The multi-function control dial on the top right of the keyboard serves several purposes:

  • Уключэнне/выключэнне харчавання: Press and hold the dial to turn the keyboard on or off.
  • Рэгулятар гучнасці: Rotate the dial to adjust the system volume.
  • Яркасць падсвятлення: Press the dial to cycle through backlight brightness levels. Rotate to adjust.

2. Падсвятленне

The keyboard features dimmable white backlighting. Adjust brightness using the control dial. Note that for keys with dual functions (e.g., numbers and symbols), only the primary function may be backlit.

3. Функцыянальныя клавішы (камбінацыі Fn)

Выкарыстоўвайце Fn key in combination with other keys for additional functions:

  • Fn + F1-F12: Access multimedia controls and system functions (e.g., volume, media playback, screen brightness).
  • Fn + 1, 2, 3, 4: Пераключэнне паміж спалучанымі прыладамі Bluetooth.
  • Refer to the keyboard's keycap legends for specific Fn key combinations.

Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

1. Уборка

Каб пачысціць клавіятуру, адключыце яе ад камп'ютара. Выкарыстоўвайце мяккую тканіну без ворса, злёгку змочануюampened with water or a mild cleaning solution. Avoid spraying liquids directly onto the keyboard. For cleaning between keycaps, use compressed air or a small brush.

2. Replacing Switches (Hot-Swap Feature)

The Cherry KW 300 MX features hot-swappable sockets, allowing you to replace individual switches without soldering. This enables customization of your typing experience.

  1. Ensure the keyboard is powered off and disconnected.
  2. Use the provided switch puller tool to carefully grip the switch you wish to remove.
  3. Gently pull the switch straight up until it detaches from the socket.
  4. Align the pins of the new MX-compatible switch with the holes in the socket.
  5. Press the new switch firmly into place until it clicks. Ensure it is seated correctly and not bent.
Hand using a switch puller tool to remove a key switch from the Cherry KW 300 MX keyboard

Figure 5: Demonstrating the hot-swap feature for replacing individual switches.

Diagram showing Cherry MX2A Silent Red and Brown switches

Малюнак 6: Закончанаview of CHERRY MX2A switches, including Brown switches used in this model.

3. Сыход за батарэяй

To prolong battery life, avoid fully discharging the battery frequently. Recharge the keyboard when the battery indicator suggests low power. If storing the keyboard for an extended period, ensure it has a partial charge (around 50%) and store it in a cool, dry place.

Ліквідацыю непаладак

  • Клавіятура не адказвае:
    • Ensure the keyboard is powered on by pressing and holding the control dial.
    • Праверце ўзровень зарада батарэі і пры неабходнасці зарадзіце яе.
    • For wired connection, ensure the USB-C cable is securely connected to both the keyboard and the computer. Try a different USB port.
    • For Bluetooth connection, ensure the keyboard is paired to the correct channel (Fn + 1/2/3/4) and that Bluetooth is enabled on your device. Try re-pairing the device.
  • Ключы не рэгіструюцца:
    • Check if the specific key switch is properly seated. If it feels loose, gently press it down.
    • If a switch is faulty, consider replacing it using the hot-swap feature as described in the Maintenance section.
    • Clean around the affected keycap to ensure no debris is obstructing the switch.
  • Backlight Not Working or Dim:
    • Праверце ўзровень зарада батарэі; нізкі зарад батарэі можа паўплываць на працу падсветкі.
    • Adjust the backlight brightness using the control dial.
  • Праблемы з адключэннем Bluetooth:
    • Пераканайцеся, што клавіятура знаходзіцца ў зоне дзеяння вашай прылады.
    • Праверце перашкоды ад іншых бесправадных прылад.
    • Try unpairing and re-pairing the keyboard with your device.

Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

Назва мадэліCherry KW 300 MX
Нумар мадэлі таваруG80-3960HHAUS-2
Памеры (пакет)13.66 х 6.97 х 2.01 цалі
Вага прадмета2.44 фунта
ВыключальнікіCHERRY MX2A Brown (Hot-swappable)
СувязьUSB-C (Wired), Bluetooth (Wireless, 4 channels)
ПадсвятленнеЗацямняемы белы
акумулятар1 Nonstandard Battery (included), Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Сумяшчальныя прыладыПК, Mac

Гарантыя і падтрымка

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