CHERRY MX3824 Wireless Gaming Keyboard User Manual

June 5, 2024
CHERRY

CHERRY MX3824 Wireless Gaming Keyboard

CHERRY MX 2.0S Wireless

Wireless Gaming Keyboard

64410155-00_Preleminary (2022-01-21), DE, EN, ZHs, ZHt, KO, ID, © Jan 2022 (G80-3824xxxxx-X = Mod. G80-3824, G80-3882R)

OPERATING MANUAL

  1. Start the CHERRY gaming software. To program the keyboard with the gaming software, you must first connect it via the USB cable.

  2. Sound on/off

  3. Sound down

  4. Sound up

  5. Gaming mode = lock/unlock the following keys and key combinations: Windows key, Menu key, ALT + F4, ALT + Tab, ALT GR + Tab, CTRL + ALT + DEL, CTRL + ESC

  6. Open web browser

  7. Open Windows browser

  8. Calculator

  9. Previous track.
    When holding down the FN key: Enable connection via USB cable

  10. Start/pause.
    When holding down the FN key: Enable connection via Bluetooth

  11. Next track.
    When holding down the FN key: Enable wireless connection

  12. FN key for secondary function of F keys.

Before you begin …

Every device is different!
The operating instructions contain information on effective and reliable use.
• Read the operating instructions carefully.
• Keep the operating instructions and pass them on to other users.

The CHERRY MX 2.0S Wireless is a wireless keyboard for operating PCs/laptops and has been developed especially for gaming.
For information on other products, downloads and much more, visit us at www .cherry-world.com or www.cherry.de.

1 For your safety

Risk of choking from swallowing small parts
• Keep the device out of the reach of children under 3 years.

Fire hazard due to permanently installed rechargeable battery
• Do not destroy the keyboard by, e.g., disassembling, crushing, heating or burning it.

RSI stands for “Repetitive Strain Injury”.
RSI arises due to small movements continuously repeated over a long period of time.

  • Set up your workspace ergonomically.
  • Position the keyboard and mouse in such a manner that your upper arms and wrists are outstretched and to the sides of your body.
  • Take several short breaks, with stretching exercises if necessary.
  • Change your posture often.

CHERRY MX3824 - Features

2 Switching the keyboard on/off

When not in use for longer than 30 seconds, the keyboard switches to sleep mode, which requires very little power. It switches on again automatically the first time a button is pressed.
Because the keyboard still consumes power in energy-saving mode, switch it off manually before longer periods out of use or for transport.

  • Press the power button on the back of the keyboard.
3 Connecting the keyboard to a device

You can connect the keyboard to your PC/laptop or other devices (such as a game console or TV) via the cable, Bluetooth, or with the receiver using a 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
The Bluetooth connection is convenient if you wish to use the keyboard with several devices: You only need to connect once and do not need the receiver. You can also use Bluetooth to permanently connect up to 3 devices to the keyboard and switch between them.

3.1 Connecting the keyboard via cable
  1. Turn the keyboard on.
  2. Plug the keyboard into the USB port of your device.
  3. While holding down the FN key, press the “USB” key ( ).

The “USB/Battery” LED above the arrow keys ( ) glows green. If the LED flashes red, the keyboard is being charged.

3.2 Connecting the keyboard via Bluetooth

As the keyboard has 3 Bluetooth channels, you can connect it to 3 different devices.

  1. Turn the keyboard on.

  2. Open the search for Bluetooth devices on the device you want to connect to the keyboard (for example, on a Windows PC select Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth).

  3. Follow the instructions of the operating system.

  4. Activate the Bluetooth connection of the keyboard by pressing the “Bluetooth” key ( ) while holding down the FN key.
    If there is no connection on the active channel (1, 2 or 3), the “Bluetooth” LED ( ) above the arrow keys flashes blue. Channel 1 is selected the first time the device is switched on.
    If the LED is glows blue constantly:
    The channel is already being used by another device.

  5. If necessary, select another channel by pressing the FN key and one of the 1 – 3 keys.
    Or:
    • Press and hold down the FN button and one of the 1 – 3 keys. The LED starts flashing again and the connection on the channel is deleted and can be overwritten.

  6. Follow the instructions of the operating system of the device you want to connect to the keyboard within 30 seconds.
    The “Bluetooth” LED ( ) lights up blue and the keyboard is connected to the device.

If the LED does not light up, the connection has failed.

  • Try again.
3.3 Connecting the keyboard via the receiver
  1. Turn the keyboard on.
  2. Connect the receiver to a USB 2.0 port on your device if possible (this usually has a white or black guide).
  3. While holding down the FN key, press the “Wireless” key ( ).

The “RF” LED above the arrow keys ( ) lights up white. The keyboard is connected to your PC/laptop.

4 Changing the connection type

If you have established a connection via cable, Bluetooth and via the receiver, you can switch between the connection types using the FN key and the corresponding key.

FN key + key Function
Connection via USB cable
Connection via Bluetooth
Connection via wireless receiver
  • Hold down the FN key and press the appropriate key as shown in the table.

The connection type is changed and indicated by the corresponding LED above the arrow keys.

4.1 Switching Bluetooth device

If you have connected the keyboard to several devices (e.g. PC, game console and TV) via the 3 Bluetooth channels, you can switch between these devices.

  1. Switch to the Bluetooth connection.
  2. Press the FN key and the key 1 – 3 for the desired channel.

The keyboard is connected to the corresponding device via Bluetooth.

5 Installing the software

Software installation via cable only
To prevent software faults due to an empty battery, the software cannot be installed or run in Bluetooth or wireless mode.
• Connect the keyboard via the cable (see: 3.1 “Connecting the keyboard via cable”).

To benefit from the full scope of performance of the CHERRY MX 2.0S Wireless, you need to install the CHERRY gaming software on the PC/laptop.
With the CHERRY gaming software, you can assign macros to the keys.
The CHERRY gaming software is intuitive to operate and includes a help function. You can also contact our support if you need.

  1. Always use the latest software.

  2. Connect the keyboard via the cable (see: 3.1 “Connecting the keyboard via cable”).

  3. Download the free software from: www.cherry-world.com or www.cherry.de.
    Or:
    • Press and hold the CHERRY key ( ) for 5 seconds to open the web link for installing the CHERRY gaming software.

  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

6 Calling up additional functions

The symbols for the additional functions can be found on the F1 to F3, F9 to 11 keys and on the four keys above the number pad.

  • To call up the function press the FN key and the appropriate key.
    Example:
    To switch the sound on or off, press the FN key and F1 ( ).

  • To constantly activate the FN key, press the CTRL and FN key at the same time.

7 Activating/deactivating the CHERRY key

To avoid triggering the functions of the CHERRY key ( ) unintentionally, you can deactivate the CHERRY key ( ).

  • Press the FN key and the CHERRY key ( ) simultaneously.
    The CHERRY key ( ) is activated or deactivated.
8 Charging the keyboard

Charge the keyboard when the “USB/Battery” LED ( ) above the arrow keys flashes red.

  • Connect the charging cable to the USB port on the back of the keyboard and to a USB port on the PC/laptop.

The “USB/Battery” LED ( ) above the arrow keys flashes red while the keyboard is charging. When the keyboard is fully charged, the “USB/Battery” LED will turn green. The charging circuit prevents overcharging.
The keyboard battery is charged as long as the PC/laptop is switched on. You can continue working while charging. The cable, Bluetooth or wireless connection selected is retained.

9 Resetting the keyboard to its original delivery state
  • Press and hold the FN button and pause button for 5 seconds.
    The original delivery state is restored.

If this does not work, there is a small hole in the middle of the bottom of the keyboard.

  • Insert a thin wire (paper clip) into this hole.
10 Cleaning the keyboard
  1. Switch the keyboard off.
    NOTE! Aggressive cleaning agents and liquids can damage the keyboard
    • Do not use solvents such as gasoline or alcohol and scouring agents or scouring sponges for cleaning.
    • Prevent liquids from entering the keyboard.
    • Do not remove the keycaps of the keyboard.

  2. Clean the keyboard with a slightly damp cloth and some mild cleaning agent (e.g. dishwashing liquid).

  3. Dry off the keyboard with a soft, lint-free cloth.

11 If the keyboard is not working
  • If the functions of the CHERRY key ( ) are not being executed, it may be deactivated (see 7 “Activating/deactivating the CHERRY key”).
  • Switch the keyboard off and on again.
  • Use another USB port on the PC/laptop.
  • To make sure that the keyboard is not defective, test it if possible with another PC/laptop.
  • Set the option “USB Keyboard Support” or “USB Legacy Mode” to “enabled” in the BIOS of the PC.
  • Charge the keyboard via the USB cable (see 8 “Charging the keyboard”).
  • Remove any objects causing interference between the devices and the PC/laptop. Interference is caused in particular by metallic or electrical objects such as cables, loudspeakers or USB hubs.
  • Reduce the distance between the devices and the PC/laptop.
  • Should any interference be encountered when using USB 3.0 devices right near the receiver: Use a port that is further away, an additional cable, or a USB hub for the receiver or USB 3.0 device.
11.1 Rectifying a Bluetooth connection fault
  • If your PC/laptop is in standby mode, it cannot be woken up using Bluetooth devices. Switch on the PC/laptop manually.
  • If the keyboard is already connected to another device on the selected channel, you cannot establish a parallel connection. Switch off the first device or deactivate the connection.

Operation of several Bluetooth devices on a PC/laptop
When too many Bluetooth devices are connected, it may be too much for the Bluetooth receivers in the PC/laptop.

  • Turn off any unnecessary Bluetooth devices.
  • Remove the connection to the keyboard in the Bluetooth software and add it again as a new device.
  • Use an external Bluetooth receiver.
  • Connect the keyboard using the receiver.
  • If you have assigned different Bluetooth channels: Switch the Bluetooth channel if necessary (see 4.1 “Switching Bluetooth device”).
11.2 Rectifying a connection fault using the receiver
  • Connect the receiver to a USB 2.0 port on your PC/laptop (this usually has a white or black guide).
    Malfunctions occasionally occur on USB 3.0 ports (blue guide).

  • Connect the receiver to another USB 2.0 port on the PC/laptop.

  • Reduce the distance between the receiver and the keyboard by connecting the receiver to a USB port that is close to the devices.

  • Use a USB extension cable to place the receiver as close to the keyboard as possible.

12 Palm rest

A palm rest is available as an accessory.

13 Device disposal
  • Do not dispose of devices with this symbol in household waste.
  • Dispose of the devices in accordance with statutory regulations – at your local dealer or at municipal recycling centers.
14 Technical data
Designation Value
Supply voltage Receiver: 5.0 V/DC ±5%
Charging voltage Typ. 5.0 V/DC
Charging current Max. 1000 mA
Current consumption Max. 500 mA
Battery Rechargeable lithium ion battery, 2800 mAh
Operating frequency 2400.0 … 2483.5 MHz
Effective radiated power Max. 10 mW (EIRP)
Bluetooth 5.2
Storage temperature -20 °C … +45 °C
Operating temperature 0 °C … +45 °C
15 Contact

For Europe
Cherry Europe GmbH
Cherrystraße 2
91275 Auerbach/OPf.
Germany
Internet: www.cherry-world.com or www.cherry.cn

For USA
Cherry Americas, LLC
5732 95th Avenue
Suite 850
Kenosha, WI 53144
USA
Tel.: +1 262 942 6508
Email: sales@cherryamericas.com
Internet: www.cherry-world.com or www.cherry.cn

16 Certifications
16.1 EU Declaration of conformity

The company Cherry Europe GmbH, Auerbach/OPf., Germany hereby declares that this radio system model conforms to the European guideline 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity can be found under the following Internet address:
www.cherry.de/compliance.

16.2 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency

Interference Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: 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 the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, 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 into 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: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

16.3 RF exposure statement

This device complies with the RF exposure requirements for mobile and fixed devices. However, the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

16.4 UKCA

UK Authorised Representative:
Authorised Representative Service
The Old Methodist Chapel
Great Hucklow
SK17 8RG
UK

User Guide about Hazardous Materials
(People’s Republic of China Electronic Industry Standard SJ/T11364-2014)

O : Indicates that the concentration of the hazardous substance in all homogeneous materials in the parts is below the relevant threshold of the GB/T 26572-2011 standard.

X : Indicates that the concentration of the hazardous substance of at least one of all homogeneous materials in the parts is above the relevant threshold of the GB/T 26572-2011 standard.

| Toxic and hazardous materials or elements
---|---
Part name| Pb| Hg| Cd| Cr+6| PBB| PBDE
PCB’s/flex circuits| O| O| O| O| O| O
Electronic components| X| O| O| O| O| O
Solder paste| O| O| O| O| O| O
Cable| O| O| O| O| O| O
Plastic parts| O| O| O| O| O| O
Metal parts| O| O| O| O| O| O
Rubber parts| O| O| O| O| O| O

(Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking)

| Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
---|---
Unit| Lead| Mercury| Cadmium| Hexavalent chromium| Polybrominated biphenyls| Polybrominated diphenyl ethers
PCB| O| O| O| O| O| O
Electric components| | O| O| O| O| O
Solder paste| O| O| O| O| O| O
Cable| O| O| O| O| O| O
Plastic parts| O| O| O| O| O| O
Metal parts| O| O| O| O| O| O
Rubber parts| O| O| O| O| O| O

Note 1: “Exceeding 0.1 wt %” and “exceeding 0.01 wt %” indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition.
Note 2: “O” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 3: “-” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

RECEIVER LABEL

CHERRY MX3824 - RECEIVER LABEL

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