Keychron Q6 Max Wireless Mechanical Keyboard User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Keychron
Table of Contents
Q6 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
16x Gaskets (12 Installed and 4 n the Box)
8 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
16x Gaskets (12 Installed and 4 in the Box)
8 sets x Stabllizers
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
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Switch To The Right System
Please make sure the system toggle on the t0p left comer has been switched t0 the same system as your computer’s operating system.
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Connect 2.4 GHz Receiver
Connect the 2.4 GHz receiver to the device USB port.| Switch toggle to 2.4 GHz mode|
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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.
- Connect Bluetooth
| Switch toggle to Bluetooth|
Press fn + 1 (for 4 seconds) and pair with device named Keychron Q6 Max
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- Connect Cable
- 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. - The Layers
There are four layers of key settings on the keyboard. The layer O 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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| | - The Backlight
Press fn + Q to change the lighting effect| Press fn + tab to turn the backlight on/off
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- Adjust The Backlight Brightness
Press fn + W to increase the backlight brightness| Press fn + S to decrease the backlight brightness
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- Adjust The Backlight Speed
Press fn + T to increase the light effect speed| Press fn + G to decrease the light effect speed
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- 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. - 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.
Q6 MAX WIRELESS MECHANICAL KEYBOARD SPECIFICATIONS
Number of keys: 108
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 Q6 Max
Operating environment: -10 to 50°C
Technical specifications can be subjected to change without notice, we
apologize for any inconvenience caused.
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