Keychron Q5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard User Manual

Q5 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Knob Version

Fully Assembled Version

Keyboard
1x Fully Assembled Keyboard
Including
1x Aluminum Case
1x PCB
1x PC Plate
1x Sound Absorbing Foam
1x IXPE Foam
1x PET Foam
1x Latex Bottom Pad
1x Bottom Case Acoustic Foam
1x Bottom Case PET Foam
14x Gaskets (12 Installed and 2 in the Box)
7 sets x Stabilizers
1 set x Keycaps (PBT Double-shot)
1 set x Switches

Cable
1x Type-C to Type-C Cable
1x Type-A to Type-C Adapter
1x Extension Adapter for Receiver

Receiver
1x Type-A 2.4 GHz Receiver

Tools
1x Keycap & Switch Puller
1x Screwdriver
1x Hex Key

Barebone Version

Keyboard Kit
1x Keyboard Kit (Without Keycaps & Switches)
Including
1x Aluminum Case
1x PCB
1x PC Plate
1x Sound Absorbing Foam
1x IXPE Foam
1x PET Foam
1x Latex Bottom Pad
1x Bottom Case Acoustic Foam
1x Bottom Case PET Foam
14x Gaskets (12 Installed and 2 in the Box)
7 sets x Stabilizers

Cable
1x Type-C to Type-C Cable
1x Type-A to Type-C Adapter
1x Extension Adapter for Receiver

Receiver
1x Type-A 2.4 GHz Receiver

Tools
1x Keycap & Switch Puller
1x Screwdriver
1x Hex Key

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.

Mac / Windows

1. 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.

2. Connect 2.4 GHz Receiver
   Note: For the best wireless experience, we recommend using the extension adapter for receiver and putting the 2.4 GHz receiver somewhere on your desk close to your  keyboard for a low rate of latency and fewer signal interferences.

3. Connect Bluetooth

4. Connect Cable

5. The VIA Key Remapping Software
   Please visit usevia.app to use the online
   VIA software to remap the keys.
   If the VIA cannot recognize your keyboard, please reach our support to get the instruction.
   The online VIA software can only run on the latest version of Chrome, Edge, and Opera browsers yet.
   VIA only works when the keyboard is connected by wire to the computer.

6. 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.
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7. The Backlight

8. Adjust The Backlight Brightness

9. Adjust The Backlight Speed
   

10. Factory Reset
    Troubleshooting? Don’t know what’s going on with the keyboard?
    1. Download the right firmware and QMK Toolbox from our website.
    2. Unplug the power cable and switch the keyboard to Cable mode.
    3. Remove the space bar keycap to find the reset button on the PCB.
    4. Hold the reset key first, then plug the power cable into the keyboard.
    Release the reset key after 2 seconds, and the keyboard will now enter DFU mode.
    5. Flash the firmware with the QMK Toolbox.
    6. Factory reset the keyboard by pressing fn + J + Z (for 4 seconds).
    *Step by step guide can be found on our website.

11. 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.

 Q5 MAX WIRELESS MECHANICAL KEYBOARD SPECIFICATIONS

Number of keys: 101
Switch type: Mechanical
Battery: 4000mAh
Wireless working time (RGB): Up to 100 hours (Lowest brightness)
Charging time: Around 5 hours
Charging port: USB Type-C
Mode: 2.4 GHz/ Cable / Bluetooth
Wireless operating distance: Within 10 meters (open space)
Name of Bluetooth device: Keychron Q5 Max
Operating environment: -10 to 50°C
Technical specifications can be subjected to change without notice, we apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Q5 MAX WIRELESS MECHANICAL KEYBOARD OVERVIEW

① Bluetooth indicator
② 2.4 GHz indicator
③ G Cable BT (Mode Toggle)| ④ Win/Android Mac/iOS (OS Toggle)
⑤ Type-C Port
⑥ Battery indicator
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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.

LWin = Left Windows LAlt = Left Alt RAlt = Right Alt RCtl = Right Ctrl

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

this key
Bright+| Backlight Increase| MO(2)| Layer 2 will be activated when holding this key
Prvs| Previous| MO(3)| Layer 3 will be activated when holding this key
Play| Play/Pause| MO(4)| Layer 4 will be activated when holding this key
Next| Next| BTH1| Bluetooth Host 1
Mute| Mute| BTH2| Bluetooth Host 2
Vol-| Volume Decrease| BTH3| Bluetooth Host 3
Vol+| Volume Increase| Sat+| Saturation Increase
RGB Toggle| Turn Backlight on/off| Sat-| Saturation Decrease
RGBMd+| RGB Mode Next| 2.4G| 2.4 GHz Host
RGBMd-| RGB Mode Previous| Batt| Battery life
Hue+| Hue Increase| NKRO| N-key rollover
Hue-| Hue Decrease| |

LED STATUS OVERVIEW

Fully charged – Static Green Low power – Slow Blinking
Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz Indicator| Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz| Reconnecting – Fast Blinking Paired – Light off
Pairing – Slow Blinking
Caps Lock Indicator| Caps Lock| Enable Caps Lock – Static White Disable Caps Lock – Light Off

FUNCTION DESCRIPTION:

CHARGING
Plug the cable into a USB port and plug the other end into the keyboard port. Charging Indicator:
A red light will stay on while charging; Fully charged in around 5 hours, a green battery indicator will appear. If the power is low, the red light will blink.
*The Keychron keyboard is compatible with all USB ports. Please use a 5V 1A adapter or USB 3.0 for the best performance. The Keychron Q5 Max can be charged in 2.4 GHz/Cable/Bluetooth mode.
**This product supports up to 5V charging voltage and 1A charging current. We are not responsible for any problems caused by improper charging.

2.4 GHZ / BLUETOOTH / WIRED MODE (MODE TOGGLE SWITCH)
2.4 GHZ WIRED MODE

1. Connect the 2.4 GHz receiver to your device’s USB Port.
2. Switch the toggle switch to the 2.4 GHz option. The keyboard will automatically connect to your devic

*Press the key combination “fn” + “4” to enter the forced pairing mode. During this period, it is recommended that the keyboard be within 20cm of the receiver.

WIRED MODE

1. Switch the toggle switch to the Cable option (it only works when a USB cable is plugged in).
2. Connect our cable with your PC and keyboard.
3. Backlighting will be turned on.
   *Under Wired Mode, keyboard will not enter into Battery Saver Mode.

BLUETOOTH MODE

1. Switch the toggle switch to the Bluetooth option.
2. Backlighting will be turned on.
3. Hold “fn+1” key for 4 seconds to activate Bluetooth pairing (the Bluetooth indicator fast flashes for 3 minutes to detect pairing).
4. Search for the Bluetooth device “Keychron Q5 Max” on your device and connect it (the Bluetooth indicator goes off after successful pairing).
   Note: This keyboard supports pairing up to 3 devices simultaneously via key combination “fn” + “1” / “fn” + “2” / “fn” + “3”.

*The Bluetooth indicator will continue to flash for 3 minutes.
**Slow or failed connections may exist due to different Bluetooth versions, please make sure all the settings are correct.

SWITCH BLUETOOTH DEVICES
Short press key combination “fn” + “1” / “fn” + “2” / “fn” + “3” to switch to other device.

RECONNECT:

1. Switch the keyboard to the Bluetooth option to activate the keyboard.
2. The Bluetooth indicator flashes for 4 seconds and automatically pairs with the last paired device.
3. If the Bluetooth indicator is off, press any button to enter the connection again.
   *The keyboard must have been paired with the device to perform this function.

TURN OFF THE KEYBOARD
Switch the keyboard to the Cable option and unplug the power cable.

BACKLIGHT SETTING

• Short press key combination “fn” + “tab” or “fn” + “knob (press)” to turn the backlight on/off.
• Short press key combination “fn” + “Q” / “fn” + “A” to switch between different types of lighting effects.

OS TOGGLE SWITCH

1 — MAC/iOS
Switch the toggle to Mac/iOS when the keyboard is connected to a Mac or iOS operating system.
2 — WINDOWS/ANDROID
Switch the toggle to Windows/Android when the keyboard is connected to a Windows or Android operating system.
*When using the Windows/Android mode, keys are used for “Windows” and “Alt” functions.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If unable to pair keyboard to device, confirm that the device you’re trying to pair with is Bluetooth-capable. If so, restart the device and try pairing it with the keyboard again.

Note: On a Windows computer, a new Bluetooth connection will sometimes require additional software updates—a process that may still be ongoing after a message appears indicating a successful completion. Wait at least 20 minutes after pairing to make sure all updates are completed before restarting the computer.
Confirm that the device is configured to accept Bluetooth connections (Windows) and supports an external keyboard (HID profile).
Go to Bluetooth Devices > Open Settings and select the following:
Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer
Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer
Alert me when a Bluetooth device wants to connect

My keyboard isn’t working in Bluetooth mode.
For the computer/smartphone:
Go to your device Bluetooth settings>Select the keyboard and remove/delete/unpair it.
Then restart your device.
For the keyboard:
Turn the keyboard off and back on. Then reconnect it to your device.

Wireless connection is interrupted even within 10 meters.
Check if the keyboard is resting on a metal surface that can iinterfere with the wireless signal.

Third-party input tools are not compatible with the keyboard.
Due to compatibility, versions, brands and drivers of Windows/Android OS, functions 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.
*Multimedia keys:
Function keys:

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.

Keychron, Inc.
Dover, DE 19901, United States
Find us at: https://www.keychron.com
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Designed by Keychron
Made in China

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