Keychron Q11 Customzable Keyboard User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Keychron
Table of Contents
Q11 Customzable Keyboard User Manual
Knob Version
Fully Assembled Version
Keyboard
lx Fully Assembled Keyboard
Including
lx Aluminum Case
lx PCB
5 Sets x Stabilizers
1 Set x Keycaps (PBT Double-shot)
1 Set x Switches
Cable
lx Type-C to Type-C Cable
lx Type-A to Type-C Adapter
lx Type-C to Type-C Bridge Cable
Tools
lx Switch Puller
lx Keycap Puller
lx Screwdriver
Barebone Version
Keyboard Kit
lx Keyboard Kit (Without Keycaps & Switches) Including
lx Aluminum Case
lx PCB
5 Sets x Stabilizers
Cable
lx Type-C to Type-C Cable
lx Type-A to Type-C Adapter
lx Type-C to Type-C Bridge Cable
Tools
lx Switch Puller
lx Keycap Puller
lx Screwdriver
Quick Start Guide
If you are a Windows user, please find the appropriate keycaps in the box, then follow the instructions below to find and replace the following keycaps.
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Switch To The Right System
Please make sure the system toggle on the top left corner has been switched to the same system as your computer’s operating system.
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The VIA Key Remapping Software
Please visit caniuseviacom to download the latest VIA software to remap the keys. If the VIA software cannot recognize your keyboard, please reach out to our support to get the instruction. -
The Layers
There are four layers of key settings on the keyboard. The layer 0 and layer 1 are for the Mac system. The layer 2 and layer 3 are for the Windows system.
If your system toggle is switched to Mac, then the layer 0 will be activated.
If your system toggle is switched to Windows, then the layer 2 will be activated. Remember that if you are using it in Windows mode, please make changes to the layer 2 instead of the top layer (the layer 0). This is a common mistake people are making. -
The Backlight
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Adjust the Backlight Brghtness
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Warranty
The keyboard is highly customizable and easy to be rebuilt. If anything goes wrong with any of the keyboard components of keyboard during the warranty period, we will only replace the defective parts of the keyboard, not the whole keyboard. -
Watch The Building Tutorial On Our Website
If you are building the keyboard for the first time, we highly recommend you watch the building tutorial video on our website first, then start building the keyboard yourself. -
Factory Reset
Troubleshooting? Don’t know what’s going on with the keyboard? -
Plug in the power cable and the bridge cable, and then factory reset the keyboard by pressing fn + J + Z (for 4 seconds).
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Download the right firmware and QMK Toolbox from our website.
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Unplug the power cable and remove the space bar keycap to find the reset button on the PCB.
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Hold the reset key first, then plug in the power cable. Release the reset key, and the keyboard will now enter DFU mode.
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Flash the firmware with the QMK Toolbox.
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Factory reset the keyboard again by pressing fn + J + Z (for 4 seconds).
- Step by step guide can be found on our website.
Q11 CUSTOMIZABLE KEYBOARD SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
| Layout | 75% |
|---|---|
| Switch type | Mechanical |
| Width | 134 mm |
| Length | 345 mm |
| Front height | 9.8 mm (without keycaps) |
26 mm (with keycaps installed)
Back height| 16.3 mm (without keycaps)
32.8 mm (with keycaps installed)
Keyboard feet height| 1.5 mm
Angle| 2.8 degree
Q11 MECHANICAL KEYBOARD OVERVIEW
Type-C Port- Mac Layout
- Windows Layout
- Type-C Port
DEFAULT KEY LAYOUT:
LAYER 0: This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to Mac.
LAYER 1:
This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to
Mac and press the fn/MO(1) key.
LAYER 2:
This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to
Windows.
LAYER 3:
This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to
Windows and press the fn/MO(3) key.
KEY DESCRIPTION
Key Description
Scr-| Screen Brightness Decrease
Scr+| Screen Brightness Increase
Bright-| Backlight Decrease
Bright+| Backlight Increase
Prvs| Previous
Play| Play/Pause
Next| Next
Mute| Mute
Vol-| Volume Decrease
Vol+| Volume Increase
RGB Toggle| Turn Backlight on/off
RGBMd+| RGB Mode Next
RGBMd-| RGB Mode Previous
Hue+| Hue Increase
Hue-| Hue Decrease
RGB SRI| RGB Speed Increase
RGB SPD| RGB Speed Decrease
MO(1)| Layer I will be activated when holding this key
MOO)| Layer 3 will be activated when holding this key
Third-party input tools are not compatible with the keyboard.
Due to compatibility, versions, brands and drivers of Windows/macOS,
functionalities of third-party input tools may be affected while using the
keyboard. Please make sure your operating system and drivers are up to date.
Certain multimedia keys or function keys do not work.
Functions of certain multimedia keys may be disabled due to compatibility,
versions, brands, and drivers of devices.
Safety
Precaution:
Keep the product, accessories and packaging parts out of the reach of children to prevent any accidents and choking hazards. Always keep the product dry to avoid corrosion. Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures below -10°C(5°F) or above 50°C(131°F) to preserve the lifespan of the keyboard.
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