ASUS ROG CHAKARAM X Series Gaming Mouse User Guide

ASUS ROG CHAKARAM X Series Gaming Mouse

Package Contents

Mouse Features

1. Left-click button
2. Scroll wheel
3. USB dongle (hidden)
4. Logo plate (hidden)
5. USB Type-C® port / USB Type-C®
6. Right-click button
7. Connection mode switch
8. Pair button
9. DPI button
10. AimPoint optical sensor
11. Qi wireless charging area
12. Analog/Digital joystick
13. Side button 6
14. Side button 7
15. Side button 8
16. Side button 9

DPI adjustment

DPI Button
The hidden DPI button on the bottom of the mouse switches the DPI between 4 levels instantly. The LED will flash to indicate the current DPI level. Please refer to the table below for the more information on the DPI levels.

Resolution

| DPI 1 (Red)| DPI 2 (Purple)| DPI 3 (Default / Blue)| DPI 4 (Green)
---|---|---|---|---
100 DPI to 36000 DPI| 400 DPI| 800 DPI| 1600 DPI|

3200 DPI

DPI On-The-Scroll
The DPI On-The-Scroll tuning function allows you to customize the DPI of your gaming mouse without using Armoury Crate.

1. Press and hold the DPI button for 3 seconds until the LEDs on your gaming mouse light up.

2. Rotate the scroll wheel forwards or backward to adjust the DPI. The LED color hue on your scroll wheel will differ depending on the DPI adjustment. Move the mouse around to test until you find the best sensitivity.
   NOTE:

   • The DPI increments at 100 DPI per scroll forwards and decrements at 100 DPI per scroll backwards.
   • The DPI ranges from 100 DPI (blue) to 36000 DPI (red).

   • Tuning DPI On-The-Scroll will disable independent X-Y controls

3. Press the DPI button again once you have finished customizing the DPI value to save the changes made.

Polling Rate

****|

Wired

| RF|

Bluetooth

---|---|---|---

250

| V| V| V
500| V| V|

1000

| V| V|
1000| V| V|

1000

| V| **|
8000| V**|

|

Using the dongle extender

Connect the bundled paracord cable and the RF receiver to the dongle extender to improve wireless reception or extend the RF signal range. You may also clip the dongle extender to your mouse pad (2~3mm in thickness) if required.

Customizing the joystick or applying the cover

NOTE: To prevent damage, place the mouse on a flat surface, then push the joystick into the socket while ensuring the small circular hole is pointing upwards.

Replacing the switches

IMPORTANT!

• Ensure to install the switch with its button facing the front of the mouse.
• Ensure that the switches are seated properly on the switch sockets.
• Both 3-pin mechanical and 5-pin optical micro switches are supported. Refer to www.asus.com for the list of compatible switches.

Connecting your gaming mouse

Using the ROG Paracord cable
Connect the bundled USB Type-C® to Type-A cable to your gaming mouse and any available USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (or above) on your computer for fast-charging.

Using RF wireless mode

1. Connect the USB dongle to a USB port on your computer.
2. Set the connection switch to the RF 2.4G Wireless mode.
3. Press and hold the Pair button for 3 seconds if the connection is lost.

Default mouse profiles

Switching to Bluetooth mode

• When pairing Bluetooth mode for the first time, your gaming mouse will enter discovery mode automatically. Find ROG Chakram X from the device list and then confirm to pair.
• Up to 3 devices can be saved. Press the Pair button to cycle through the 3 paired devices, or you can overwrite any of the saved devices by pressing and holding the Pair button for 3 seconds.

Default mouse profiles

NOTE: The mouse buttons and analog/digital joystick can be assigned to other functions using Armoury Crate.

Setting up Chakram X controls and joystick in Steam

You can setup your gaming mouse buttons and joystick to work like a controller in Steam.

1. Connect your gaming mouse to your computer.
2. Install Armoury Crate and Steam.
3. Launch Armoury Crate, then switch your gaming mouse to Profile 3, and click on Reset to revert to default settings.
4. Launch Steam, then go to View > Settings > Controller > GENERAL CONTROLLER SETTINGS.
5. Only check the Xbox Configuration Support and Generic Gamepad Configuration Support options.
6. Under Detected Controllers, select CHAKRAM X.
7. You can set up the Chakram X joystick and 4 side buttons to work exactly like a gamepad. Please refer to the table below to map side buttons 6, 7, 8, and 9 on the Chakram X to work as an XBOX controller in Steam:
   Chakram X – Steam| Chakram X – Horizontal| Chakram X – Vertical|

XBOX

---|---|---|---

Button 0

| Side button 8| Side button 7| B
Button 1| Side button 9| Side button 8|

A

Button 2

| Side button 6| Side button 9| X
Button 3| Side button 7| Side button 6|

Y

8. Map the x-axis and y-axis of the Analog joystick to the Left Stick X and Left Stick Y commands.
9. Press Esc on your keyboard, then click SAVE to complete.
10. If you wish, you can share the settings you’ve made online from the next prompt.

System requirements

• Windows® 10 and Windows® 11
• 100 MB of hard disk space (for optional software installation)
• Internet connection (for downloading optional software)
• USB 2.0 port (USB 3.2 Gen 1 port for fast charging)

Getting started

To set up your ROG Chakram X Gaming Mouse:

1. Connect the USB cable to your computer’s USB port.
2. Download and install the Armoury Crate software from https://rog.asus.com
3. You may refer to the ROG forum at https://rog.asus.com/ forum/ for more information.

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Suppose this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. In that case, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

Limitation of Liability

Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from
ASUS. In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is liable for no more than damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible personal property; or any other actual and direct damages resulted from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product.
ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.

This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD- PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY.

Proper disposal

| DO NOT throw the device in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products
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| DO NOT throw the device in fire. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT disassemble the device.
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REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.

EAC Certification Logo

Ukraine Certification Logo

Lithium-lon Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Regional notice for Singapore
Complies with IMDA Standards This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards. DB103778

UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017)

Function

| Frequency|

Maximum Output Power (EIRP)

---|---|---

2.4GHz wireless

|

(2403 – 2480MHz) – Mouse

|

8dBm

(2403 – 2480 MHz) – Dongle

| 0dBm
BLE| (2402 – 2480MHz) – Mouse|

6dBm

CE RED RF Output table (Directive 2014/53/EU)

Simplified UKCA Declaration of Conformity

ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.

CE Mark Warning

ASUSTeK Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of related Directives. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at: www.asus.com/support

Service and Support

Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/.

Taiwan
Authorized Representative in Europe| ASUS COMPUTER GmbH
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Country| Germany
Authorized Representative in United Kingdom| ASUSTEK (UK) LIMITED
Address| 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL, England
Country| United Kingdom

References

• ASUS Global
• Global Take Back Service | Resource Regeneration | Circular Economy | ASUS ESG website, ASUS ESG goal
• ASUS Republic of Gamers [ROG] | The Choice of Champions – Overclocking, PC Gaming, PC Modding, Support, Guides, Advice
• ASUS Global
• Официальная служба поддержки | ASUS России
• Official Support | ASUS Global
• ASUS в СНГ
• Que Faire de mes Déchets ? Découvrez les solutions pour tous vos déchets et nos conseils pour en produire moins.
• ROG - Republic of Gamers｜Global | For Those Who Dare
• ROG官网 - ROG玩家国度｜ROG官方网站 | 只为超越
• ROG - Republic of Gamers｜Global | For Those Who Dare
• ASUS Republic of Gamers [ROG] | The Choice of Champions – Overclocking, PC Gaming, PC Modding, Support, Guides, Advice
• ASUS Republic of Gamers [ROG] | The Choice of Champions – Overclocking, PC Gaming, PC Modding, Support, Guides, Advice
• Official Support | ASUS Global

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