EPOMAKER EK21-X 20 Percent Triple Modes Hot Swappable RGB VIA Programmable Gasket Numpad User Guide
- June 1, 2024
- EPOMAKER
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EPOMAKER
EK21-X
EK21-X 20 Percent Triple Modes Hot Swappable RGB VIA Programmable Gasket
Numpad
20% Triple Modes Hot Swappable
RGB VIA-programmable Gasket Numpad
Should you require more assistance please email us at
support@epomaker.com
REPLACING KEYCAPS AND SWITCHES
For a full uide on hows to remove keycaps and switches scan the GR Code or
type in Your browser: https://epomaker.com/blogs/guides./diy-guide-how-to-
remove-anreplace-yourmechanical-keyboard-switches
Installing Switches
Before instling switches, bo suro the pins aro dlean and straight,youmay
damage the swich atherwise Push Straight
Down
Please be gentie. Bo sure the pinsare: aligned withthe sots
Include Tools Using the Switch Puller
‘The Switch Puller tool aligns Vertically to the mechanical switch to unclip
the plastic securing the switch to the plate.
Remove Switches
- Grab your Switch Removal Tool and align the ripping teeth vertically (on the Y-Axis) at the center of the switch, as shown in the example graphic above.
- Grab the switch with the Switch Puller and apply pressure until the switch releases tself from the Plate.
- Using firm but gentle force pullthe switch away from the keyboard using avertical motion.
Install Switches
- Check that al the switch metallic pins are perfectly straight and clean.
- Align the switch vertically to have the Gateron logo facing north. The pins should align themselves to the keyboard PBC.
- Press ho suioh donn unt you hear a cick.This means your switch clps have atached themselves to the keyboard plate.
- Inspect the switch to ensure its properly attached to your keyboard, and test it
Note: Ifthe key doosn’t work its possible you may have bent one of th
switches while installing it. Pull the switch out and repeat the process.
Pins may be damaged beyond repair and need replacement f this process is not
done correctly. Never apply excessive force when roplacing keycaps or
swiiches. If you ‘cannot remove or Install keycaps o switchos ploase contact
customor service as soon as possible to avoid damage to the keyboard due to
operating errors.
BASIC FUNCTION
FUNCTIONKEY COMBINATIONS
Fn+0 (Hold 3s) | Reset the numpad |
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Fn +1 | Short Press to Switch to BT1; Long Press to Pair Devices |
Fn+2 | Short Press to Switch to BT2; Long Press to Pair Devices |
Fn+3 | Short Press to Switch to BT3 Long Press to Pair Devices |
Fn+4 | Short Press to Switch to 2.4G Mode; Long Press to Pair Devices |
Fn+5 | Backlight Sat + |
Fn+6 | Backlight Sat – |
Fn+/7 | Backlight Speed – |
Fn+8 | Backlight Speed + |
Fn+9 | Check battery |
Fn + + | Backlight Brightness + |
Fn +- | Backlight Brightness – |
Fn+/ | Backlight Hue – |
Fn + * | Backlight Hue + |
Fn + Enter | Toggle Backlight Effect |
Fn + Backspace | Turn on/off backlights |
PAIRING BLUETOOTH
Toggle the switch to the left, make sure that the numpad is under the
Bluetooth mode:
- Hold Fn+1/2/3 for 3-6 seconds til the indicator flashes fastin blue, the numpad is ready 10 pair.
- Turn on your Bluetooth device and find Epomaker EK21-X-1/2/3′ then connect. When the numpad is connected to the Bluetooth device, the indicator stops flashing, the connection is done.
- Press Fn+1/2/3 1o toggle between the Bluetooth devices 1/2/3.
PAIRING WIRELESS 2.4GHz
Toggle the switch to the right, make sure that the numpad is under the 2.4g
wireless mode:
- Hold F+ for -5 seconds tll the light bar flashes fastin green, the numpad is ready topair
- Insert the 24G dongle to your device, the indicator stops flashing and the connection is done.
Wired Mode
Toggle the switch to the middle, and the numpad enters to the wired mode
successfuly.
Note: The battery charges under either wireless or wired mode, as long as
it is plugged.
Check Battery
Hold Fn+9, the keys from 1t 0 lights up to show the battery percentage: for
example, if the keys from 1to 6 light up when holding Fn+ 9, it means that the
battery life is currently 0% if keys of 1-Olight up, battery lfe is 100%.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
For technical assistance, please email to
support@epomaker.com with your purchase order
number and a detailed description of your issue.
We normally respond to enquiries within 24 hours. If you purchased your
keyboard from a distributor or not from any official store of Epomaker, please
contact them directly for any additional help.
How to Use VIA:
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Please visit “https://github.com/WestBerryVIAiviareleases/releases to download the latest VIA application for your computer’s OS.
Turn on the button of “Use V2 definitions (deprecated)” -
Import the JSON File to VIA
1f the numpad is under the wired mode: download Epomaker EK21 USB json file via https://epomaker.com/blogs/qmk-via/epomaker-ek2ix-usb-via-son and load the fie;
If the numpad is under 2.4G mode, download Epomaker EK21 2.4Gson fie via https://epomaker.com/blogs/qmk-via/epomaker-ek2ix-24g-via-json and load the file. -
When the loading is completed, the “Configure” Tab displays the layout and programmable functions.
MODEL: | EPOMAKER EK21-X |
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KEYS AMOUNT: | 20Keys +1Knob |
CASE MATERIAL: | Auminum |
MOUNTING TYPE: | Gasket |
STABILIZER TYPE: | Phated-mounted |
PCBTYPE: | 3/5-pin Hotswap PCB |
CONNECTIVIT: | Type-C Wired,Blustooth, 24 Bluetooth |
ANTI-GHOST KEY: | NKRO |
POLLING RATE: | 1000hz under Wired and 2.4G Mode: 125hz under Bluetooth Mode |
BATTERY CAPACITY: | 1000mAn |
PROGRAM: | via |
COMPATIBILITY: | WINDOWS/MAC |
DIMENSION: | About 95mm*145mm-4gmm |
WEIGHT: | Around 05kg |
WARRANTY
EPOMAKER’s Warranty covers any factory defeots that might affect the proper
functonaity of yourpurchase. It ossn’ cover any damage that may ocour from
normalwear and tear. f your prodct defactive ve ik sand Youarepiacement unit.
Repiacement units might r2quie you 1o send the defective unit back to Epomaker
We provide a 1year warrantyfor our products when bought rom our websits
EPOMAKER.com. Your fem wil not & Goverad by your yaar
warranty f tha mspaction shaws any sgn of madiicaton or changas unsupported by
the original product,thess incude: Changing intarnal componants, Assambling
and reassembing the produst.
Replacing Bateries. otc.
We wil ONLY cover the tem s Bought from our ofcialstoras. You do ot ave a
warranty with us i you Bought tha tam rom another resater or iauisa. Peasa
cantact ths stora that you Baught your productfrom o resolve issues.
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Email: info@apex-ce.com
APEX CE SPECIALISTS LIMITED
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Made in China
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Changyun Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: Seventh Floor, KaDaer Building, No.168 Tongsha Road,
Xili Street, Nanshan Disctrict, Shenzhen,Guangdong, CN
Email: support@epomaker.com
Web: www.epomaker.com
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