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General| Layout | 75% |
|---|---|
| Backlight | RGB |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Hot-swappable | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Gasket-mounted |
| Case Material | Aluminum |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz |
| Model | Q1 |
| Type | Mechanical Keyboard |
| Switch Options | Gateron (Red, Blue, Brown) |
| Connection | Wired |
| Switch Support | Supports 3pin or 5pin MX switches |
| Dimensions | 327.5 mm x 145 mm |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS |
| Keycap Material | Double-shot ABS (ANSI layout only) / Double-shot PBT (ISO layout only) |
Ensure the system toggle matches your computer's OS for proper functionality.
Download VIA software from caniusevia.com for key remapping and customization.
Layers 0 and 1 are designated for Mac operating systems.
Layers 2 and 3 are designated for Windows operating systems.
Layer 0 activates for Mac, Layer 2 for Windows, based on system toggle.
Use fn + Q to cycle through various backlight lighting effects.
Use fn + Tab to turn the keyboard backlight on or off.
Press fn + W to increase the keyboard backlight brightness.
Press fn + S to decrease the keyboard backlight brightness.
Set F3 as shortcut for Mission Control via System Preferences.
Set F4 as shortcut for Launchpad via System Preferences.
Defective parts will be replaced during the warranty period; not the whole keyboard.
Recommended to watch building tutorial video before assembly.
Instructions on connecting the FPC cable between the two PCBs.
Procedure for resetting the keyboard to factory default settings.
Download the correct firmware from the manufacturer's website.
Hold reset key while plugging in power to enter DFU mode.
Use QMK Toolbox to flash the downloaded firmware onto the keyboard.
Details about the keyboard's physical and mechanical properties like dimensions and layout.
Visual representation of the keyboard layout optimized for Mac.
Visual representation of the keyboard layout optimized for Windows.
Default layer for Mac systems, activated when system toggle is set to Mac.
Layer 1 accessed with fn/MO(1) key for Mac system.
Layer 2 activated for Windows system when system toggle is set to Windows.
Layer 3 accessed with fn/MO(3) key for Windows system.
Description of function and multimedia keys and their associated actions.
Description of special function keys like layer switching (MO keys).
Guidelines for safe handling, storage, and environmental conditions.
Diagram showing keycap sizes and their placement on the keyboard.
Links to download keyboard plate files in various formats (ANSI, ISO, DWG).
Detailed guide on performing a factory reset on the Keychron Q1.
Download the QMK Toolbox application for firmware flashing.
Disconnect keyboard and launch QMK Toolbox before reset.
Find the reset button by removing the spacebar keycap.
Hold reset button and plug in cable to enter DFU mode.
Choose the correct firmware file and MCU (atmega32u4 for non-knob).
Click the 'Flash' button to begin the firmware flashing process.
Verify successful flashing via the confirmation message in QMK Toolbox.
Troubleshoot VIA pairing issues after firmware flashing.
Download the specific JSON file for VIA pairing.
Launch the VIA software application.
Load the JSON file into VIA's DESIGN tab for keymap customization.
Reconnect the keyboard after loading the configuration.
Details on warranty coverage for manufacturing defects and user-caused damage.
Key combinations with Fn key for Windows mode functions.
Key combinations with Fn key for Mac mode functions.
Fn key combinations for backlight and RGB control in Windows.
Fn key combinations for media playback and volume control in Windows.
Fn key combinations for system utilities like Task View and File Explorer.
Fn key combinations for adjusting hue and saturation.
Fn key combinations for controlling RGB speed.
Combination to perform a keyboard reset (long press fn + J + Z for 3s).
Customize key combinations on each layer using VIA software.
