CHERRY MX BOARD 3.0S Wireless Gaming Keyboard Standard / RGB User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- CHERRY
Table of Contents
CHERRY MX BOARD 3.0S Wireless Gaming Keyboard Standard / RGB
OPERATING MANUAL
- Start the CHERRY gaming software. To program the keyboard with the gaming software, you must first connect it via the USB cable.
- Sound on/off
- Sound down
- Sound up
- Backlighting on/off (When you switch backlighting on again, the keys are lit with the most recently set brightness.)
- Backlight brighter
- Backlight darker
- Light effect slower
- Light effect faster
- Gaming mode = lock/unlock the following keys and key combinations: Windows key, Menu key, ALT + F4, ALT + Tab, ALT GR + Tab, CTRL + ALT + DEL
- Open web browser
- Open Windows browser
- Change light effect
- Start/exit setting mode for individual key lighting (In the setting mode, activate, deactivate or change the key lighting by pressing the specific key. To cancel the programming and discard the settings, press the space bar.)
- Calculator
- Previous track. When holding down the FN key: Enable connection via USB cable
- Start/pause. When holding down the FN key: Enable connection via Bluetooth
- Next track. When holding down the FN key: Enable wireless connection
- FN key for secondary function of F keys
- Color change to rainbow colors
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 BOARD 3.0S 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.cn
For your safety
Risk of choking from swallowing small parts
- Keep the device out of the reach of children under 3 years.
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.
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. In this mode the LEDs and keypad illumination are turned off. 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.
- Slide the switch on the back of the keyboard to the appropriate position:
Off = O
On = I
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 keayboard 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.
Connecting the keyboard via cable
- Turn the keyboard on (set the switch on the back of the keyboard to “I”).
- Plug the keyboard into the USB port of your device.
- While holding down the FN key, press the “USB” key ( ). The “USB/Battery” LED above the arrow keys ( ) glows green.
Connecting the keyboard via Bluetooth
As the keyboard has 3 Bluetooth channels, you can connect it to 3 different
devices.
- Turn the keyboard on (set the switch on the back of the keyboard to “I”).
- 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).
- Follow the instructions of the operating system.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Connecting the keyboard via the receiver
- Turn the keyboard on (set the switch on the back of the keyboard to “I”).
- Connect the receiver to a USB 2.0 port on your device if possible (this usually has a white or black guide).
- 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.
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. The connection type is changed and indicated by the
corresponding LED above the arrow keys.
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.
- Switch to the Bluetooth connection. The 1–3 keys of the assigned channels light up white.
- Press the FN key and the corresponding key for the desired channel. The keyboard is connected to the corresponding device via Bluetooth.
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: “Connecting the keyboard via cable”).
To benefit from the full scope of performance of the CHERRY MX BOARD 3.0S WIRELESS, you need to install the CHERRY gaming software on the PC/ laptop. With the CHERRY gaming software, you can adjust the light effects and 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.
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Always use the latest software.
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Connect the keyboard via the cable (see: 3.1 “Connecting the keyboard via cable”).
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Download the free software from: www.cherry-world.com or www.cherry.cn.
Or:- Press and hold the CHERRY key ( ) for 3 seconds to open the web link for installing the CHERRY gaming software.
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Follow the instructions on the screen.
Calling up additional functions
The symbols for the additional functions can be found on the F1 to F12 keys and on the four keys above the number pad. The lighting functions and light effects are only available on the RGB version.
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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.
Customizing light effects
You can set the light effects using the additional function keys (see 6
“Calling up additional functions”). You can further adjust the light effects
with the CHERRY gaming software. To do so, you must install the software (see:
5 “Installing the software”).
- Connect the keyboard via the cable (see: 3.1 “Connecting the keyboard via cable”).
- Press and hold the CHERRY key ( ) for 3 seconds. The CHERRY gaming software opens.
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.
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 glows red while the keyboard is charging. The LED stops glowing when the keyboard is fully charged. 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.
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.
Cleaning the keyboard
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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.
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Clean the keyboard with a slightly damp cloth and some mild cleaning agent (e.g. dishwashing liquid).
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Dry off the keyboard with a soft, lint-free cloth.
If the keyboard is not working
- If the functions of the CHERRY key ( ) are not being executed, it may be deactivated (see 8 “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 9 “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.
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”).
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.
Palm rest and feet
A palm rest and feet are available as accessories.
Disposing of keyboard
The keyboard contains a lithium ion battery. This cannot be replaced.
Electrical devices and batteries contain substances that can be harmful to
health and the environment. Dispose of the keyboard and the batteries in
accordance with the legal regulations
Technical data
Designation Value
- Supply voltage Receiver: 5.0 V/DC ±5%
- Charging voltage Typ. 5.0 V/DC
- Charging current Max. 500 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 … +60 °C
- Operating temperature 0 °C … +50 °C
Contact For Europe:
Cherry GmbH
Cherrystraße
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:[email protected]
Internet:www.cherry-world.com or
www.cherry.cn
Certifications
17.1 EU Declaration of conformity
The company Cherry 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.
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:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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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.
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.