SteelSeries Apex M400 Illuminated Mechanical Gaming Keyboard User Manual

Uvod

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your SteelSeries Apex M400 Illuminated Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. The Apex M400 is designed for performance, featuring SteelSeries QX1 Linear Mechanical Gaming Switches and blue LED backlighting.

Slika 1: The SteelSeries Apex M400 Illuminated Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, showcasing its full layout and blue LED backlighting.

Sadržaj paketa

Provjerite da li se sve stavke nalaze u pakovanju vašeg proizvoda:

• SteelSeries Apex M400 Keyboard
• Vodič za brzi početak (QSG)
• SteelSeries Stickers

Slika 2: The SteelSeries Apex M400 keyboard as it appears in its retail packaging, indicating included items.

Setup

Povezivanje tastature

1. Unpack the SteelSeries Apex M400 keyboard from its packaging.
2. Pronađite slobodan USB port na vašem računaru.
3. Insert the USB connector from the keyboard into the USB port. The keyboard is plug-and-play and should be recognized automatically by your operating system (Windows 10 or later recommended).
4. For optimal cable management, route the keyboard cable through the integrated channels on the underside of the keyboard to exit from the center, left, or right side.

Slika 3: The underside of the Apex M400 keyboard, illustrating the integrated cable routing channels for organized cable management.

Uputstvo za upotrebu

Ključne karakteristike

• SteelSeries QX1 Linear Mechanical Switches: These switches provide a smooth, consistent keystroke with a linear feel, designed for rapid actuation.
• Plavo LED pozadinsko osvjetljenje: The keyboard features individual blue LED backlighting for each key, enhancing visibility in various lighting conditions.
• Anti-Ghosting i N-Key Rollover: The Apex M400 supports 100% anti-ghosting and 104-key rollover, ensuring every keystroke is registered accurately, even during complex key combinations.
• Kontrole medija: Utilize the function (Fn) key in combination with the F-keys (F5-F12) for quick access to media playback controls (play/pause, stop, previous, next, volume up/down, mute).

Slika 4: A close-up of a keycap, showing the Kailh mechanical switch and the blue LED illumination beneath it.

Slika 5: An exploded diagram illustrating the internal components of a mechanical switch, including the keycap, stem, spring, and housing.

Customization with SteelSeries Engine

The SteelSeries Apex M400 is 100% programmable using the SteelSeries Engine software. This software allows you to:

• Premjestite pojedinačne tipke.
• Kreirajte i dodijelite makroe.
• Adjust backlighting settings (if applicable, based on software features).
• Kreirajte prilagođeni profesionalacfileza različite aplikacije ili igre.

Download the latest version of SteelSeries Engine from the official SteelSeries webstranica (steelseries.com/engine) for full customization capabilities.

Održavanje

Čišćenje tastature

• Generalno čišćenje: Koristite meku krpu koja ne ostavlja dlačiceampOčistite tipke i kućište vodom ili blagim sredstvom za čišćenje. Izbjegavajte prekomjernu vlagu.
• Uklanjanje prašine: Koristite komprimirani zrak za uklanjanje prašine i ostataka između tipki.
• Dubinsko čišćenje (kapalice za tipke): For thorough cleaning, keycaps can be carefully removed using a keycap puller (not included) and washed with mild soap and water. Ensure keycaps are completely dry before reattaching.

Oprez: Do not immerse the keyboard in liquid. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials, as these may damage the keyboard's finish or components.

Rješavanje problema

Tastatura ne reaguje

• Provjerite da li je USB kabl sigurno povezan i sa tastaturom i sa računarom.
• Pokušajte povezati tastaturu s drugim USB priključkom na računaru.
• Testirajte tastaturu na drugom računaru kako biste utvrdili da li je problem u tastaturi ili u postavkama originalnog računara.
• Ponovo pokrenite računar.

Keys Not Registering or Ghosting

• The Apex M400 features 100% anti-ghosting and 104-key rollover. If you experience issues, ensure the SteelSeries Engine software is up to date.
• Clean the affected keys as described in the Maintenance section to remove any debris that might be obstructing the switch.

Pozadinsko osvjetljenje ne radi

• Provjerite je li tastatura pravilno povezana i da li prima napajanje.
• Check the SteelSeries Engine software for any backlighting settings that might be turned off or set to a very low brightness.

Specifikacije

Garancija i podrška

For detailed warranty information, technical support, and frequently asked questions, please visit the official SteelSeries webstranica:

steelseries.com/support

You can also find product registration and driver downloads on the support page.