Kemove 61 - User Manual

The KEMOVE 61 Mechanical Keyboard is a versatile and customizable input device designed for users who value both performance and personalization. This manual outlines the various functions, usage features, and maintenance aspects of the keyboard, ensuring a comprehensive understanding for optimal use.

Function Description

The KEMOVE 61 is a compact mechanical keyboard, typically featuring 61 keys, making it ideal for users who prefer a minimalist setup or require portability. Its core functionality revolves around providing a responsive and tactile typing experience, characteristic of mechanical keyboards. Beyond standard input, the keyboard offers extensive customization options, particularly in its lighting, key assignments, and macro capabilities.

Key Combination Functions:

The keyboard utilizes a "Fn" (Function) key to access a wide array of secondary functions, enhancing its utility despite its compact size. These combinations are crucial for controlling multimedia, adjusting lighting, and accessing system-level commands without dedicated keys.

• F-row Emulation:

  • Fn + ESC acts as ~ (tilde) or ` (grave accent).
  • Fn + 1 through Fn + 0 emulate F1 through F10.
  • Fn + - acts as F11.
  • Fn + = acts as F12.
  • Fn + 5 through Fn + 8 emulate F5 through F8.
  • Fn + 9 acts as F9.
  • Fn + 0 acts as F10.

• Multimedia Controls:

  • Fn + A functions as Pause/Play.
  • Fn + S functions as Previous Song.
  • Fn + D functions as Next Song.
  • Fn + F functions as Mute.
  • Fn + G functions as Volume Down.
  • Fn + H functions as Volume Up.

• Navigation and Editing Keys:

  • Fn + J functions as Ins (Insert).
  • Fn + K functions as Home.
  • Fn + L functions as Page Up.
  • Fn + M functions as Del (Delete).
  • Fn + , functions as End.
  • Fn + . functions as Page Down.

• Arrow Keys and Directional Input:

  • Fn + / functions as Up Arrow (↑).
  • Fn + Right Alt functions as Left Arrow (←).
  • Fn + Menu functions as Down Arrow (↓).
  • Fn + Right Ctrl functions as Right Arrow (→).
  • The keyboard also offers a feature to switch the AWSD keys to act as arrow keys, providing an alternative for navigation. This can be enabled or disabled through the software settings.

• Lighting Controls:

  • Fn + P decreases brightness.
  • Fn + [ increases brightness.
  • Fn + O and Fn + ] switch between different light modes.
  • Fn + \ also switches between different light modes.
  • Fn + ; decreases LED speed.
  • Fn + ' increases LED speed.

• Bluetooth Connectivity:

  • Fn + Z connects to BT1.
  • Fn + X connects to BT2.
  • Fn + C connects to BT3.
  • To enter Bluetooth pairing mode, press and hold Fn + Z/X/C for 3 seconds. Pressing again will connect to the last paired device.

• Fn Key Lock:

  • Fn + Spacebar locks the Fn key, allowing direct access to secondary functions without holding Fn. Pressing Fn + Spacebar again unlocks it.

Usage Features

The KEMOVE 61 keyboard is designed for a highly personalized user experience, primarily through its dedicated software.

Software Interface Overview:

The software provides a centralized hub for all customization, divided into several main sections:

1. Home/Dashboard: Displays general information and allows for software updates. If a new version is available, an icon will turn yellow, prompting the user to update.
2. Lighting Settings: This is where users can extensively customize the keyboard's RGB lighting.
3. Keyboard Settings: Allows for remapping keys, setting up macros, and configuring hardware-specific options.
4. Macro Settings: Dedicated section for creating and managing complex key sequences.
5. Related Program: For importing and managing custom profiles or programs.

Lighting Customization:

The KEMOVE 61 offers a rich array of lighting effects and customization options:

• Light Modes: The keyboard supports various pre-defined light modes, including:
  • Streaming light
  • Stars
  • Pulse
  • Ripple
  • Pure color
  • Breath
  • Encounter
  • Vertical and horizontal
  • Blooming
  • Spectrum
  • Light rain
  • Flying trace
  • Game mode
• Layered Lighting: Users can add multiple lighting layers, allowing for complex and dynamic effects. Each layer can have its own effect, color set, and speed.
• Effect Parameters: For each lighting effect, parameters like opacity, speed, bandwidth, angle, and gradient can be adjusted. Users can also select specific colors for their effects.
• Editing and Saving: The software provides an advanced editing page where customized lighting effects can be saved directly to the keyboard's onboard memory. This ensures that custom lighting profiles are retained even when the keyboard is connected to a different computer or used without the software running.
• Show/Hide Layers: Individual lighting layers can be shown or hidden, allowing for easy experimentation and management of complex lighting designs.

Key Remapping and Hardware Settings:

The keyboard's software allows for comprehensive key remapping across four different hardware layers. This means users can create distinct key layouts for different applications or preferences.

• FN Combination Keys: The software provides an interface to customize the functions of Fn key combinations, offering flexibility beyond the default settings.
• AWSD to Arrow Keys: A specific setting allows users to toggle the AWSD keys to function as arrow keys. This is particularly useful for gaming or specific software applications where arrow keys are frequently used. To enable this, navigate to "Keyboard Settings," click the "Settings" button next to "Hardware 1," and toggle "arrow key switch" on, then click "Apply" and "Save."
• Win Key Setting: The software also includes an option to enable or disable the Windows key, preventing accidental presses during gaming.

Macro Creation:

Macros are sequences of key presses, mouse clicks, or delays that can be executed with a single key press. The KEMOVE 61's software offers robust macro capabilities:

• Macro Categories: Users can add and manage different macro categories, helping to organize complex macro libraries.
• Macro Files: Within each category, individual macro files can be created.
• Recording and Editing: The software allows users to record macros directly. After recording, macros can be edited to fine-tune timings, add or remove steps, and insert specific functions.
• Delay Modes: Macros can be configured with different delay modes, including "Delay record" (recording actual delays), "5ms min delay," or a custom "Ms delay."
• Trigger Options: Macros can be set to stop after a certain number of times, release on key release, or require pressing the key again to stop.

Related Program Management:

This section allows users to import and manage custom programs or profiles. This feature is useful for loading pre-configured settings or sharing custom layouts with other users. It also allows for configuring specific functions and lighting profiles associated with these programs.

Connectivity:

The KEMOVE 61 supports both wired and wireless (Bluetooth) connectivity. When connecting via USB, ensure the power switch is on and the keyboard is in wired mode for proper power grab and functionality.

Maintenance Features

While the manual primarily focuses on software-based customization, some aspects touch upon maintenance and troubleshooting:

• Software Updates: The software itself includes a mechanism for updates. Users are notified when a new version is available, and the update process is straightforward: click "Update," and restart the software after completion. This ensures the keyboard's firmware and software remain current, potentially fixing bugs and adding new features.
• Troubleshooting: The software includes a "Hardware troubleshoot" option, suggesting that there are built-in diagnostics or guides to help resolve common hardware-related issues.
• Community Support: The presence of a "Kemove forum" link indicates that users can seek assistance and share experiences within a community, which is a valuable resource for troubleshooting and discovering new ways to use the keyboard.
• Customer Support: The manual explicitly states, "Please feel free to contact us if you meet any question when using our products. customer@kmovetech.com." This provides a direct channel for users to receive official support for any problems encountered.

In summary, the KEMOVE 61 Mechanical Keyboard is a highly adaptable device, offering deep customization through its intuitive software. From intricate RGB lighting patterns to personalized key assignments and powerful macros, it caters to users seeking a tailored typing and gaming experience. Its compact design, combined with robust software features and dedicated support channels, makes it a compelling choice for enthusiasts and professionals alike.