Asus DKKBXA09 Wireless Gaming Keyboard User Guide
ASUS DKKBXA09 Wireless Gaming Keyboard User Guide
Package Content
Keyboard features
Top view (US layout for reference)
Rear view
- RGB indicator
- Caps Lock indicator
- Scroll Lock indicator
- Function Lock indicator
- Win lock indicator / Win lock
- Kickstand
- Magnetic dongle storage
- Power switch’
- USB Type-C® port / USB Type-C®
- Magnetic wrist rest
Connecting your gaming keyboard
Using the bundled cable
Connect the bundled USB Type-C® to Type-A cable to your gaming keyboard and a USB port on your computer
Pairing Bluetooth mode for the first time
Set the connection switch to the Bluetooth mode.
Using RF wireless mode
- Connect the USB dongle to a USB port on your computer.
- Set the connection switch to the RF 2.4G Wireless mode.
Pairing Bluetooth mode to additional host devices (max. 3)
- Set the connection switch to the Bluetooth mode.
- Press and hold the FN + 7 for 3 seconds until the RGB indicator on your gaming keyboard starts to blink blue. Once your gaming keyboard has been successfully paired, the RGB indicator on your gaming keyboard will light up blue for 3 seconds.
Updating the firmware and customization
- Connect your gaming keyboard using the bundled cable and the USB dongle to USB ports on your computer.
- Download and install the Armoury Crate software from https://rog.asus.com
- Follow the software instructions to update your gaming keyboard firmware.
- Customize your gaming keyboard using Armoury Crate.
Battery Status
The RGB indicator on your gaming keyboard will turn red (blinking) and the LEDs for all the other keys will switch off when the battery power is below 20% in wireless mode. You may charge your gaming keyboard by using the bundled USB cable.
NOTE: When charging the wireless gaming keyboard, the power output may vary according to the USB port you connect your gaming keyboard to.
Key combinations
| Function Key / Media Function Toggle | |
| Fn + Ins: | Toggle between system function and media control for the F5 – F12 keys. |
| Stealth Mode: Minimize all windows and mute / Maximize all windows and unmute | |
| F12 | Minimize all active windows and mute the system, or maximize all minimized windows and unmute the system |
| NOTE: This function is only available when the F5 – F12 keys are toggled to Media Function. | |
| On-the-fly Macro Recording | |
| Step 1: | Fn + Left-ALT to start recording |
| Step 2: | Fn + Left-ALT to end recording |
| Step 3: | Assign Macro Key |
| Profile Switch | |
| Fn + 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6* 6 is default | |
| Light Effect Switch | |
| Fn + Right or Fn + Left | |
| Brightness Level | |
| Fn + Up | Brightness up |
| Fn + Down: | Brightness down |
| Factory Default | |
| Fn + Esc: | Hold these two buttons until the LEDs blink green. |
NOTE: When running AURA SYNC, the hot key related with the lighting effect will be disabled, for example: Profile switch, Lighting effects switch, Brightness level.
Switching between different paired host devices
| Hot Key | Function | Lighting effect color |
| Fn + 8/9/0 | BLE paired device 1 (default) / 2 /3 | 8/9/0 key will remain lit up in white |
| * The key that remains lit up in white can be turned off in Armoury Crate. | ||
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.
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: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) 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 been evaluated for and shown compliant with the ISED Specific Absorption Rate (“SAR”) limits when operated in portable exposure
conditions.
Proper disposal
DO NOT disassemble the device.
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of related Directives. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at: www.asus.com/support
Service and Support
Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/.