Akko 3068 BT5.0 - User Manual

This document is a user manual for the Akko 3068 BT5.0 mechanical keyboard. It provides technical specifications, hotkeys, system commands, backlight settings, Bluetooth feature overview, Bluetooth setup instructions, Akko Macro V1.0 setup instructions, and warranty information.

Technical Specifications

The Akko 3068 BT5.0 keyboard has dimensions of 311 x 102 x 40mm and weighs approximately 0.63KG. It is a mechanical keyboard manufactured in China. The keycaps are made of PBT material. The keyboard supports both Bluetooth and wired connections, utilizing a Type-C to USB interface. It has a battery capacity of 1800mAh. The keyboard includes multimedia keys and supports N-Key Rollover. Custom keys can be programmed using Akko Macro V1.0.

Hotkeys

The keyboard features a range of hotkeys for various functions:

F1-F10 (Fn+1-0): These keys are used for F1 through F10 functions.
F11 (Fn+- ): This key corresponds to F11.
F12 (Fn+= ): This key corresponds to F12.
Calculator (Fn+C): Opens the calculator application.
Insert (Fn+|): Performs the insert function.
Mute (Fn+M): Mutes or unmutes the audio.
Decrease Volume (Fn+<): Decreases the audio volume.
Increase Volume (Fn+>): Increases the audio volume.
Swap WASD with Arrow Keys (Fn+W): Swaps the functionality of the WASD keys with the arrow keys (↑↓←→).
Home (Fn+PgUp): Navigates to the beginning of a line or document.
End (Fn+PgDn): Navigates to the end of a line or document.
Revert Ctrl into Menu (APP) key (Hold down FN and press right Ctrl): Changes the right Ctrl key's function to the Menu (APP) key.

System Commands

The Akko 3068 BT5.0 keyboard includes several system commands:

Lock Windows Key (Press Fn and left Win key): Locks the Windows key to prevent accidental presses during gaming or other activities.
Restore Factory Settings (Hold down Fn and press ~ key): Resets the keyboard to its default factory settings.

Backlight Settings

The keyboard offers various backlight settings:

Bright (Fn+“↑”): Increases the backlight brightness.
Dim (Fn+“↓”): Decreases the backlight brightness.
Slower Animation (Fn+“←”): Slows down the backlight animation speed.
Faster Animation (Fn+“→”): Speeds up the backlight animation.
Light On/Off (Fn+L): Toggles the backlight on or off. In Bluetooth mode, the light is turned off by default for power saving; press Fn+L to turn it on.
17 Lighting Effects (Fn+Del): Cycles through 17 different lighting effects.

Bluetooth Feature Overview

The keyboard's Bluetooth functionality is indicated by the TAB LED and Power LED:

TAB LED (Fast Flashing): Indicates that the keyboard is searching for a device to pair with. The light turns off after successful pairing.
TAB LED (Slow Flashing): Indicates that the keyboard is switching between devices. The light turns off after connection is established.
Power LED (Lights On, Cable Plugged-in): Indicates that the keyboard is charging.
Power LED (Lights Off, Cable Plugged-in): Indicates that the keyboard is fully charged.
Power LED (Flashing Light, Bluetooth Mode/Cable Unplugged): Indicates that the battery is low.

Bluetooth Setup Instructions

Switch to Bluetooth mode: Long press Fn+Tab. The Tab LED will flash, indicating that Bluetooth mode is activated.
Set the Bluetooth profile: The keyboard can memorize up to 4 Bluetooth devices. These are saved in 4 Bluetooth profiles (BT1, BT2, BT3, BT4) corresponding to Fn+E, Fn+R, Fn+T, and Fn+Y, respectively. When using the keyboard for the first time, select a desired Bluetooth profile by pressing Fn+E/R/T/Y to initiate device searching. Once set up and paired, the keyboard will remember the last Bluetooth device it connected to and attempt to communicate with it.
Bluetooth Pairing: When pairing with a PC, PAD, or iPhone, ensure both the keyboard and the device have Bluetooth enabled. The keyboard will appear as "Akko 3068-BT1," "Akko 3068-BT2," "Akko 3068-BT3," or "Akko 3068-BT4," depending on the profile set in step 2.
Switch the Bluetooth device: After pairing with up to 4 Bluetooth devices, long press Fn+E, Fn+R, Fn+T, or Fn+Y for at least 3 seconds to quickly switch between them.
Shut off the keyboard: To save power, turn off the power switch on the keyboard's back panel when not in use. If the keyboard remains unused for over 10 minutes, it will enter sleep mode and can be reactivated by pressing any key. Note that Windows' battery saver mode may affect or delay the keyboard's sleep activation time.
Reset the keyboard: If you forget a paired device or experience Bluetooth connection issues, press Fn + ~ to reset the keyboard. This action erases all stored pairing information.

Akko Macro V1.0 Setup Instructions

Akko Macro V1.0 is a hardware-based macro system that does not require software.

Macro Setup Instruction 1:

Akko Macro V1.0 is hardware-based and works without software.
The following keys cannot be programmed: "Esc," "Fn," and "Left Win."
Akko Macro V1.0 does not support simultaneous triggers. Pressing "AB" will trigger A followed by B.
Customized interval times between key triggers are not supported; the system's default trigger time will be used.

Macro Setup Instruction 2: The macro setup process involves several steps:

Enter Macro Mode: Long press Fn + Left Win.
Start Macro Editor: Press Fn + Esc.
Select Custom Key: Press Fn + [Custom Key] to choose the key for macro recording.
Macro Recording: Press the desired keys to store the macro sequence.
End Recording: Press Fn + [Custom Key] again to end the recording.
Record the next Key: If you want to record another key, repeat steps 3-5.
Exit Macro Editor: Press Fn + Esc.
Exit Macro Mode: To return to default mode, press Fn + Left Win.

Clear Macro:

If a key has a defined macro, after entering the Macro editor, press "FN + the key" to clear its definition.
To re-customize a key, press "FN + the key" again to start a new Macro recording after clearing the old definition.

Macro Recording Example: Define "A" as "AKKOGEAR":

Step 1: Press Fn + left Win for 3 seconds to enter Macro mode.
Step 2: Press Fn + ESC to launch Macro editor.
Step 3: Press Fn + A. This selects key "A" for recording.
Step 4: Press A, K, K, O, G, E, A, R in order as the replacement definition for "A."
Step 5: Press Fn + A again to end the Macro recording for key "A." Now, pressing "A" in a notepad will display "AKKOGEAR."
Step 6: Press Fn + Esc to exit Macro editor.
Step 7: Press and hold Fn + Left Win for 3 seconds to exit Macro mode and return to the default key definition.

Akko Macro V1.0 Calling Macros

Method A:

Enter Macro mode by long pressing Fn+left Win. All keys will then use their pre-configured macro definitions, with the Win key locked. Press Fn+Win to unlock the Win key if needed. In Macro mode, you can use keys with customized definitions.
Note: Every time the keyboard is rebooted or re-plugged, Macro mode will be turned off by default, and all keys will revert to their default definitions until Macro mode is re-entered.

Method B:

Under the default key definition, you can quickly call the customized content of specific keys by pressing "Fn+right Alt+the key that has been defined through Macro." You must first press Fn, then Alt, to call the Macro.

Akko Warranty and Service Statement

Akko provides a 1-year warranty for customers in mainland China. For other regions, contact your Akko distributor for specific warranty policies.
If the warranty expires, customers must pay for repairs. Akko will provide self-repair instructions, but users are fully responsible for any losses incurred during self-repair.
Disassembling the keyboard without manufacturer/seller's instruction will void the warranty.
Return and warranty policies may vary across platforms and are subject to the specific distributor at the time of purchase.

Precautions: Man-made damage, including immersion, falling off, and pulling off wires with excessive force, is not covered by the warranty.