ASUS MAO2 ROG Claymore II Wireless Gaming Keyboard User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: Asus

Table of Contents

ASUS MAO2 ROG Claymore II Wireless Gaming Keyboard
Package Contents
Keyboard features
Setting up your wireless gaming keyboard
Getting started
Setting up as a wireless keyboard
Battery Status
Passthrough / Fast charging mode
Key combinations
Safety Guidelines
FCC
References
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ASUS MAO2 ROG Claymore II Wireless Gaming Keyboard

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Package Contents

ROG CLAYMORE II wireless gaming keyboard (US layout)
ROG CLAYMORE II keypad
Leatherette wrist rest
USB Wireless Dongle
Wireless dongle extender
USB Type-C® cable
USB Type-C® to Type-A adapter
Technical documents
Sticker

Keyboard features

Top view (US layout for reference) Rear view

RGB indicator
Num Lock indicator
Caps Lock indicator
Scroll Lock indicator
Win lock indicator
USB Passthrough indicator
Magnetic side cover
Volume control wheel
Programmable hotkeys
Kickstand
Magnetic dongle storage
USB Passthrough port
Power switch
USB Type-C® port

Setting up your wireless gaming keyboard

STEP1 STEP2Using the USB Type-C® to Type-A adapter

Getting started

Connect the bundled USB Type-C® cable to your keyboard.
Connect your keyboard to the PC.
NOTE: If your PC does not have a USB Type-C® port, refer to the Using the USB Type-C® to Type-A adapter illustration then connect your keyboard to the PC’s USB Type-A port.
Download and install the Armoury Crate software from https://rog.asus.com.
Attach the ROG CLAYMORE II keypad to your ROG CLAYMORE II wireless gaming keyboard, then follow the software instructions to update your keyboard’s firmware.
Customize your keyboard using Armoury Crate.

Setting up as a wireless keyboard

Remove the wireless dongle from the keyboard.
Insert the wireless dongle to a USB port on the PC.
Set the power switch to ON.

Battery Status

The RGB indicator on your gaming keyboard will turn red (breathing) and the LEDs for all the other keys will switch off when the battery power is below 25% in wireless mode. You may charge your gaming keyboard by using the bundled USB cable.

Passthrough / Fast charging mode

To use the passthrough mode or fast charging mode, ensure to connect your wireless gaming keyboard to a USB Type-C® port on your PC with the bundled cable.

NOTE

When charging the wireless gaming keyboard, the power output may vary according to the USB port you connect your gaming keyboard to.
The charging speed will be faster when Passthrough mode is disabled.

To use the passthrough mode:

Enable Passthrough mode (default enabled) by pressing Fn+F12, the USB Passthrough indicator should light up when USB Passthrough is successfully enabled.

IMPORTANT!

The Passthrough mode will be disabled if the wireless gaming keyboard is connected to a USB 2.0 port, ensure to connect to a USB 3.2 Gen 1 or higher USB port if you wish to use the Passthrough mode.
If the USB Passthrough indicator is blinking after enabling Passthrough mode, ensure the connected device’s power consumption does not exceed 500mA.

Key combinations

ROG CLAYMORE II
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To record macros:

Step 1: Fn + Left-ALT to start recording
Step 2: Fn + Left-ALT to end recording
Step 3: Assign Macro Key (Whole keys except for Fn / Num Lock / Caps Lock / Scroll Lock / Windows / Left-ALT can be assigned a macro)

Safety Guidelines

Keep the device away from liquid, humidity, or moisture. Operate the device only within the specific temperature range of 0°C(32°F) to 40°C(104°F). When the device exceeds the maximum temperature, unplug or switch off the device to let it cool down.

FCC

Notices
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.
RF exposure warning
The equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
The equipment must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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. 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 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:

this device may not cause interference
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information
The radiated output power of the Wireless Device is below the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) radio frequency exposure limits. The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
This device has also been evaluated and shown compliant with the ISED RF Exposure limits under portable exposure conditions. (antennas are less than 20 cm of a person’s body).

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.
DO NOT throw the device in fire. DO NOT short circuit the contacts.
DO NOT disassemble the device.
Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for the use in connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fire.

Lithium-Ion 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.

ASUS contact information
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