Keychron K12 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard Guide
IN THE BOX:
- Keychron K12 Pro Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboard × 1
- Type-C Cable × 1
- Manual × 1
- Quick Start Guide × 1
- Extra Keycaps Set x 1
Quick Start Guide
If you are a Windows user, please find the appropriate keycaps in the box, then follow the instructions below to find and replace the following keycaps.
Connect Bluetooth
Connect Cable
Change Light effect
Switch between function and multimedia keys (F1- F12)
Disable Auto Sleep Mode
Activate Siri / Cortana
K12 BLUETOOTH MECHANICAL KEYBOARD SPECIFICATIONS
- Number of keys: 61
- Switch type: Mechanical
- Battery: 4000mAh
- Bluetooth working time (RGB): Up to 100 hours (Lowest brightness)
- Charging time: Around 3 hours
- Charging port: USB Type-C
- Mode: Bluetooth / Wired
- Bluetooth operating distance: Within 10 meters (Open space)
- Name of Bluetooth device: Keychron K12 Pro
- Operating environment: _10 to 50°0
Technical specifications can be subjected to change without notice we apologize for any inconvenience caused.
K12 BLUETOOTH MECHANICAL KEYBOARD 104 KEY OVERVIEW
- Charging port
- Charging indicator
- Win/Android Mac/iOS (OS Toggle Switch)
- BT OFF Cable (Mode Toggle Switch)
DEFAULT KEY LAYOUT:
LAYER O: This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to Mac.
LAYER 1:
This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to Mac and press the fn/MO(1) key.
LAYER 2:
This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to Windows.
LAYER 3:
This layer will be activated when your keyboard’s system toggle is switched to Windows and press the fn/MO(3) key.
KEY DESCRIPTION
LED STATUS OVERVIEW
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION:
CHARGING:
Plug the cable into a USB port and plug the other end into the keyboard port. Charging Indicator: When the battery is below 15%, a red battery blinking indicator will be triggered. A red light will stay on while charging; Fully charged in around 3 hours, a green battery indicator will appear.
The Keychron keyboard is compatible with all USB ports. Please use a 5V 1A adapter or USB 3.0 for the best performance. The Keychron K5 can be charged in Bluetooth/on/off mode. This product supports up to 5V charging voltage and 1A charging current. We are not responsible for any problems caused by improper charging.
BLUETOOTH/WIRED MODE (TOGGLE SWITCH)
WIRED MODE
- Switch the toggle switch to the Cable option (it only works when a USB cable is plugged in)
- Connect our cable to your PC and keyboard.
- Backlit will be turned on.
*Under Wired Mode, the keyboard will not enter into Battery Saver Mode.
BLUETOOTH MODE
- Switch the keyboard to the Bluetooth option.
- Backlit will be turned on.
- Hold the “Fn+1” key for 4 seconds to activate Bluetooth pairing (the Bluetooth indicator fast flashes for 3 minutes to detect pairing.
- Search for the Bluetooth device “Keychron K5” on your device and connect it (the Bluetooth indicator goes off after successful pairing).
Note: This keyboard supports pairing up to 3 devices simultaneously via the combination key
“fn” + “1” / “fn” + “2” / “fn” + “3”. *The Bluetooth indicator will continue to flash for 3 minutes. **Slow or failed connections may exist due to different Bluetooth versions, please make sure all the settings are correct.
RECONNECT:
- Switch the keyboard to the Bluetooth option to activate the keyboard (the keyboard will connect to the last connected device by default).
- The Bluetooth indicator flashes for 4 seconds and automatically pairs with the last paired device.
- If the Bluetooth indicator is off, press any button to enter the connection again.
* The keyboard must have been paired with the device to perform this function.
BATTERY SAVER
Under Bluetooth mode, the keyboard backlight turns off when it is inactive for 10 minutes. Tap any button to wake the keyboard. If want to disable this auto battery save mode, press fn+S+O for 4 seconds. Then if want to enter this power save mode again, press fn+S+O for 4 seconds.
BACKLIT SETTING
- Short press
to switch between different types of lighting effects. - When the backlit is on, press the button to switch between them. Short press fn and “left arrow” or fn and “right arrow” to adjust light colors. (For GB version only)
to switch between different types of lighting effects.TROUBLESHOOTING
If unable to pair the keyboard to the device, confirm that the device you’re trying to pair with is Bluetooth-capable. If so, restart the device and try pairing it with the keyboard again. Note: On a Windows computer, a new Bluetooth connection will sometimes require additional software updates–a process that may still be ongoing after a message appears indicating a successful completion. Wait at least 20 minutes after pairing to make sure all updates are completed before restarting the computer.
Confirm that the device is configured to accept Bluetooth connections (Windows) and supports an external keyboard (HID profile). Go to Bluetooth Devices > Open Settings and select the following: Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer Alert me when a Bluetooth device wants to connect.
My keyboard isn’t working.
For the keyboard: Turn the keyboard off and back on. Turn Bluetooth off and restart the computer. (Windows) For the device: Go to Bluetooth settings turn off Bluetooth and “forget” the keyboard. Restart the device and turn on Bluetooth to reconnect.
Certain multimedia keys or function keys do not work.
Functions of certain multimedia keys may be disabled due to compatibility, versions, brands, and drivers of devices.
- Multimedia keys:
- Function keys:
Safety Precaution:
Keep the product, accessories, and packaging parts out of the reach of children to prevent any accidents and choking hazards. Always keep the product dry to avoid corrosion. Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures below -10°C (5°F) or above 50°C (131°F) to preserve the lifespan of the keyboard and battery.
