Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

FAQ
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Frequently Asked Questions
 +Performance and endurance power modes on the G304 and G305 gaming mice
You can use Logitech Gaming Software (LGS) to switch between power modes on your gaming
mouse to optimize battery performance:
 Endurance mode (LO): The report rate of the mouse is fixed at 8 ms (125 Hz) to
maximize battery life. The report rate in endurance mode cannot be adjusted.
 Performance mode (HI): By default, the mouse report rate is set to 1 ms (1000 Hz). But
you can increase the report rate in performance mode to 2 ms (500 Hz), 4 ms (250 Hz) or
8 ms (125 Hz).
LGS has a blue (performance) or green (endurance) colored circle at the top-left next to the
battery level to help you distinguish the active power mode:
 Select a power mode in Automatic Game Detection mode
 Select a power mode in On-Board Memory mode
NOTE: To learn more about On-Board Memory and Automatic Game Detection Modes,
see Choose between gaming mouse On-Board Memory and Automatic Game Detection modes.
Select a power mode in Automatic Game Detection mode
LGS can be used to select a power mode for all profiles or on a per-profile basis.
1. Launch LGS.
2. Select the G304/G305 from the product picker.
3. Click the Customize Buttons icon at bottom of the screen.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Specifications

General

Brand	Logitech
Model	G305 LIGHTSPEED
Category	Mouse
Language	English

Summary

Performance and Endurance Power Modes

Endurance Mode (LO)

Fixed 8ms report rate for maximum battery life, not adjustable.

Performance Mode (HI)

Default 1ms report rate, adjustable to 2ms, 4ms, or 8ms for performance.

Connecting Your Gaming Mouse

Installing Battery and Receiver

Steps for opening the mouse, removing the receiver, and installing the battery.

Connecting the LIGHTSPEED Receiver

Instructions for connecting the receiver using an extension cable or directly to the computer.

Powering On and Automatic Connection

Instructions for powering on the mouse and confirming automatic connection with the receiver.

Troubleshooting Profile Detection

Gaming Profile Stops Mid-Game

Troubleshooting Cursor Tracking

Tracking Issues & Solutions

Addresses tracking problems via DPI, surface tuning, wireless interference, and sensor cleaning.

Replacing a Lost Receiver

Pairing to a LIGHTSPEED Receiver

Using the Connection Utility

Step-by-step instructions for pairing a mouse with a receiver using the dedicated connection utility.

Troubleshooting Accidental Double-Clicks

Disable Single-Click in Windows

Customizing Pointer Settings

Automatic Game Detection Mode

Configure pointer settings (DPI, Report Rate, Acceleration) per application using LGS.

On-Board Memory Mode

Configure pointer settings (DPI, Report Rate, Power Mode) stored directly on the mouse.

Troubleshooting Tracking Behavior

Tracking Issues with LGS Installed

Tracking Issues Without LGS

Wireless Tracking Troubleshooting

Tracking Differences: Performance vs. Endurance Modes

Choosing Configuration Modes

Enabling On-Board Memory Mode

Configure On-Board Memory in LGS

Enabling Automatic Game Detection Mode

Configure Auto Game Detection in LGS