MISTEL X-VIII Wireless Keyboard User Manual

X-VIII / BT
**Mechanical Keyboard

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Included accessories:

• X-VIII keyboard x1
• USB Type C to Type A cable x1
• Mistel Key puller x1
• User manual x1
• Extra keycaps (Gifts)

Specifications:

• Model name: X-VIII / X-VIII BT
• Keyboard layout: ANSI & ISO
• Keycap: Mistel PBT Double Shot
• Macro function: YES
• Interface: USB / Bluetooth
• LED: Non-Led
• Polling rate: 1000Hz
• Keyswitch: Cherry MX
• Matrix: NKRO
• Media key: YES
• On board memory: YES
• Operating System: Windows and Mac OS compatible
• Dimensions: Length 442 mm x Width 138 mm x Height 42 mm

Default Keyboard Layout:

LED1:
– Num Lock
LED2:
– CapsLock – Low battery will flash 2 times (For BT model only)
LED3:
– ScrLk
– Bluetooth Pairing LED (For BT model only)
Remark: LED Indicator is working under Bluetooth mode but only light up for 2 seconds for power-saving design.

Macro Programming Instructions (change any key to any other key) :

• Turn on the Dip switch 3 to Macro mode.
• Macro keys cannot be assigned in the default layer. Macro keys can be assigned in layer 1-3.
  1. Choose Layer 1-3 (Fn + 2/3/4). Press Fn + 1 / Fn + 2 / Fn + 3 / Fn + 4 to select the desired layer. There are 4 layers in total.
  a. Fn + 1 = Default Layer
  b. Fn + 2 = Layer 1
  c. Fn + 3 = Layer 2
  d. Fn + 4 = Layer 3
  2. Press Fn + Right Ctrl (CapsLock LED flashing in macro mode).
  3. Reassign the Key:
  a. Select the key position for the new macro.
  b. Press the button to be changed (For example, select the L key first, and then press the P key. This would change the position of the L key to the P key.) In the selecting process, the CapsLock LED will flash.
  4. Press the right Alt key once to save the new setting.
  5. Press FN + right Ctrl again to exit the macro mode. (At this time, the CapsLock LED will turn off.)
  6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 to change any of the original key to other keys.
  Remark:
  1. Macro is prohibited on the default layer.
  2. Macro is allowed in layer 1-3.
  3. Dip switch 2 and 4 must be off in Macro function.
  4. You can do the Macro function in Mac OS or Bluetooth Mode.

Bluetooth Pairing:

• Please turn the Bluetooth switch to “On”.

• Pairing: Press Fn+6 (or 7/8) for around 3 seconds, and LED3 will flash. The LED3 will turn off after pairing.
  a. Press Fn+6 pairing device
  b. Press Fn+7 pairing device2
  c. Press Fn+8 pairing device3 *Maximum pairing for 3 different devices.

• Switching Devices- Press Fn+9 to switch BT mode / USB mode. *Note: When switching to different devices, LED3 will flash 1 time.

Reset Function:

• Full Keyboard Reset (to factory settings): Press 2 Alt keys together for around 5 seconds. (3LEDs will flash 3 times). (Warning: all programmed layers, macros and remaps will be lost). 9n Mac OS Layout: Press 2 Command keys.

Dip Switch Specification:

• Dip Switch 1 ON: Mac layout ON (OFF for Windows layout).
• Dip Switch 2 ON: Capslock and Left Ctrl keys exchange position.
• Dip Switch 3 ON: Macro function on/off.
• Dip Switch 4 ON: Capslock and FN keys exchange position.

Windows and Mac OS Function Keys

*For Mac OS Layout: Ensure Dip switch Is In Mac mode (Dip switch 1 ON).

Fn Function List

To turn on or off WinLock press Fn + Left_win for about 2 secs. (All Led will flash 1 time)

How to download or update firmware on the MISTEL keyboard:

1. Download the new firmware from MISTEL web site.
2. MISTEL can also send new firmware to you by direct mail. Remember to convert the files from .ex to .exe format to make it an executable file.
3. Connect your keyboard and computer. Start the firmware update program and press OK to update to the new firmware.

Troubleshooting:

If the keyboard is not working properly, please do the following steps.

1. Perform a full keyboard reset (Warning: all programmed layers, macros and remaps will be lost) Full Keyboard Reset (to factory settings):
   a. Press 2 Alt keys together for 5 seconds. (3 LEDs will flash 3 times)

2. Replug keyboard cable.

If the key fails to work or respond properly, please check it by the following steps.

1. Check that all 4 dip switches are OFF.
2. Check whether a single key does not respond or multiple keys do not respond.
   a. If a single key does not respond, there may be a shaft fault that needs to be repaired.
   b. If there are multiple keys that do not respond at the same time, a short circuit may be present somewhere inside the keyboard.

Keyboard Warranty Description: The warranty for each keyboard is one year. If the keyboard fails after the warranty period, MISTEL can repair the keyboard but you will be asked to pay for shipping to and from MISTEL. Repair costs will only be charged for major parts failures.
If the keyboard fails within one year, we will provide a free repair service. Please send the keyboard to us for maintenance and repair. We will send it back to you as soon as possible after repair or provide parts for you to replace on your own.
If the keyboard is damaged due to human factors or the keyboard is damaged due to external forces, we can provide repairs but will charge shipping and repair fees. If the keyboard has water or fluid inside the PCB, DO NOT wash it with water, but use only a dry cloth. Fluid in the keyboard can cause corrosion, requiring the entire PCB to be replaced.

If you need any other service or help with your new keyboard, please email MISTEL at:[email protected]

MODEL : X-VIII (BT OPTIONAL)
MODEL NO : VTG24808TM
TELEC NO :020-160048
NCC NO .: CCA817LPO410TO
FCC ID NO .: 2AK6D-VTG2480
SRRC NO .: 2017DJ2463

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