1. Introduzzjoni
Thank you for choosing the DAREU EK98pro Wireless Mechanical Keyboard. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your new keyboard. Please read it thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your device.
Image 1.1: DAREU EK98pro Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Mystic Violet)
2. Kontenut tal-Pakkett
Kun żgur li l-oġġetti kollha huma preżenti fil-pakkett:
- Keyboard Body (1)
- Connection Cable (USB-C to USB-A) (1)
- 2.4GHz Wireless Receiver (1)
- Keycap/Switch Puller (1)
- Manwal għall-Utent (1)
Immaġni 2.1: Kontenut tal-Pakkett
3. Karatteristiċi tal-prodott
3.1 Struttura tal-Immuntar tal-Gasket
The EK98pro features a gasket-mounted design with a 6-layer padding system, including an extended integrated silicone pad and PCB single key slotting. This construction optimizes resilience and stability, providing a softer, more elastic feel and effectively reducing cavity noise for a solid typing experience.
Image 3.1: Gasket Structure Exploded View
3.2 HIFI Dream Linear Switches
Equipped with creamy pre-lubed HIFI Dream linear switches, offering a lighter and cleaner sound profile similar to linear red switches. The keyboard also features pre-lubed steel stabilizers for enhanced consistency on larger keys.
Image 3.2: HIFI Dream Switches and Stabilizers
3.3 Hot-Swappable PCB
The keyboard features a hot-swappable PCB, supporting both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. This allows for easy customization and replacement of switches without soldering.
Image 3.3: Hot-Swappable PCB Socket
3.4 PBT Keycaps
All keycaps are made of durable, non-greasy PBT material, ensuring longevity and resistance to wear without fading.
3.5 Backlighting RGB
The keyboard features south-facing RGB LEDs, providing optimal visibility of up to 16 RGB backlit modes and 16.8 million colors. Brightness and speed are adjustable. All RGB macros and keys can be customized via the driver software.
Image 3.4: 16.8 Million RGB Lighting
3.6 4000mAh Batterija
A built-in 4000mAh high-capacity battery provides extended usage. Expect approximately 45 days of playtime with backlighting off, and about 7 days with backlighting on (based on continuous 4 hours of playtime/day).
Image 3.5: High-Capacity Battery
3.7 98% Layout
The compact 98% layout (97 keys) saves desktop space while retaining essential arrow keys and a number pad, suitable for both gaming and work.
3.8 Saqajn Aġġustabbli
The keyboard includes 2-stage adjustable feet, allowing you to set the typing angle for ergonomic comfort.
Image 3.6: 2-Stage Adjustable Feet
4. Setup u Konnettività
The DAREU EK98pro supports three connection modes: Wired (USB-C), 2.4GHz Wireless, and Bluetooth 5.0.
Image 4.1: Tri-Mode Connection Overview
4.1 Swiċċ tal-Modalità
A physical switch located on the left side of the keyboard allows you to select the desired connection mode: Wireless (2.4G), Wired (A), or Bluetooth (BT).
4.2 Konnessjoni bil-Fili
- Set the mode switch to 'A' (Wired).
- Connect the provided USB-C cable to the keyboard's USB-C port and the other end to your computer's USB-A port.
- It-tastiera tiġi rikonoxxuta awtomatikament u tkun lesta għall-użu.
Konnessjoni bla fili 4.3 2.4GHz
- Set the mode switch to 'Wireless' (2.4G).
- Insert the 2.4GHz wireless receiver into an available USB-A port on your computer.
- The keyboard will automatically connect to the receiver.
4.4 Konnessjoni Bluetooth
The keyboard can connect to up to three different Bluetooth devices simultaneously.
- Set the mode switch to 'BT' (Bluetooth).
- On your device (computer, tablet, smartphone), turn on Bluetooth and search for 'EK98 Pro'.
- To connect to the first Bluetooth device, press and hold Fn + 1! for 3 seconds until the indicator light flashes. Select 'EK98 Pro' on your device to pair.
- To connect to a second Bluetooth device, press and hold Fn + 2@ għal 3 sekondi.
- To connect to a third Bluetooth device, press and hold Fn + 3# għal 3 sekondi.
- Ladarba jkun imqabbad, id-dawl indikatur jieqaf iteptep.
Video 4.1: DAREU EK98pro Purple Wireless Mechanical Keyboard in action, demonstrating typing and RGB effects.
Video 4.2: DAREU EK98pro Purple Creamy Wireless Mechanical Keyboard showcasing its features and typing sound.
5. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
5.1 Ċwievet tal-Funzjoni (Kombinazzjonijiet Fn)
- Fn+F1: Il-Kompjuter Tiegħi
- Fn+F2: Home Page
- Fn+F3: Email
- Fn+F4: Kalkulatur
- Fn+F5: Waqqaf
- Fn+F6: Track Preċedenti
- Fn+F7: Play/Pawsa
- Fn+F8: Track li jmiss
- Fn+F9: Volum 'l isfel
- Fn+F10: Volum Up
- Fn+F11: Mute
- Fn + F12 (3 seconds): Switch for Win/Mac system
- Fn + Esc (3 seconds): Irrisettja
- Fn + Win (3 seconds): Win lock/unlock
5.2 Kontroll tad-dawl ta' wara
- Fn + [ { : Switch backlight effects (16 modes)
- Fn + ] } : Ibdel il-kuluri tad-dahar
- Fn + ↑: LED Brightness +
- Fn + ↓: LED Brightness -
- Fn + ←: Speed -
- Fn + →: Veloċità +
5.3 Driver Customization
Download the official DAREU driver from their website to unlock advanced customization options:
- Home page settings
- Issettjar tal-funzjoni
- LED effect settings
- Macro edit page
- Text template edit page
Image 5.1: Driver Macro Customization Interface
6. Manutenzjoni
6.1 Tindif
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the keyboard. For deeper cleaning, use the provided keycap puller to remove keycaps and clean underneath with compressed air or a small brush.
6.2 Swiċċijiet li Jissostitwixxu bis-Sħana
Biex tissostitwixxi swiċċ:
- Neħħi l-għatu taċ-ċwievet bir-reqqa billi tuża l-puller tal-għatu taċ-ċwievet.
- Use the switch puller to gently grip the switch from the top and bottom, then pull upwards to remove it.
- Align the pins of the new 3-pin or 5-pin switch with the holes on the PCB and press down firmly until it clicks into place.
- Erġa' waħħal il-għatu taċ-ċwievet.
7 Issolvi l-problemi
7.1 It-Tastiera Ma Tirrispondix
- Ensure the keyboard is charged. Connect the USB-C cable to charge.
- Check the mode switch on the left side of the keyboard to ensure it's set to the correct connection mode (Wired, 2.4GHz, or Bluetooth).
- For 2.4GHz wireless, ensure the receiver is properly inserted into a USB port.
- For Bluetooth, ensure your device's Bluetooth is on and the keyboard is paired. Try re-pairing if necessary (Fn + 1/2/3 for 3 seconds).
- Try connecting the keyboard via USB-C cable directly to rule out wireless issues.
7.2 RGB Backlight Issues
- Kun żgur li t-tastiera tkun mixgħula.
- Aġġusta l-luminożità billi tuża Fn + ↑ or Fn + ↓.
- Cycle through effects using Fn + [ { and colors using Fn + ] }.
- If issues persist, perform a factory reset by holding Fn + Esc għal 3 sekondi.
8. Speċifikazzjonijiet
| Karatteristika | Dettall |
|---|---|
| Tip ta' Tastiera | Mechanical Keyboard (97 keys) |
| Konnessjoni | Wired (USB-C), 2.4GHz Wireless, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Tappijiet ewlenin | PBT Double Injection |
| Swiċċijiet | HIFI Dream Linear (Pre-lubed, Hot-swappable 3/5 pin) |
| Aqleb il-Ħajja | 50 miljun klikks |
| Dawl ta' wara | RGB (16.8 Million Colors, 16 Modes, South-facing LED) |
| Batterija | 4000mAh |
| Ħin tal-Iċċarġjar | Appross. 7.5 sigħat |
| Working Time (Wireless) | Backlight Off: Approx. 96 hours (45 days) Backlight Max: Approx. 32 hours (7 days) |
| Kompatibilità | Windows XP/7/8/10/11, MacOS |
| Dimensjonijiet tal-Prodott | 15.43"T x 5.9"W x 1.57"Għ (392 x 150 x 40 mm) |
| Piż tal-oġġett | 2.04 libbra (925g) |
9. Garanzija u Appoġġ
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the DAREU official webis-sit jew ikkuntattja lis-servizz tal-konsumatur tagħhom direttament. Żomm l-irċevuta tax-xiri tiegħek għal talbiet ta' garanzija.
