Cherry MX 3.0S Wireless - Gaming Keyboard Standard / RGB Manual

Overview of the device

1. Start the CHERRY Gaming Software. To program the keyboard with the Gaming Software, you need first to connect it via the USB cable.
2. Mute / Unmute
3. Sound volume decrease
4. Sound volume increase
5. Backlighting on / off (When you switch backlighting on again, the keys are lit with the most recently set brightness.)
6. Backlighting brighter
7. Backlighting darker
8. Backlighting effect slower
9. Backlighting effect faster
10. Gaming mode = lock / unlock the following keys and key combinations: Windows key, Menu key, alt + F4, alt + tab, ctrl + alt + delete, ctrl + esc.
11. Open the default web browser
12. Open the Windows Explorer (This PC)
13. Change backlighting effects
14. Start / Exit the setting mode for individual key backlighting
15. Calculator
16. Previous track
    Hold down the FN key to enable connection via the USB cable.
17. Start / Pause
    Hold down the FN key to enable connection via Bluetooth.
18. Next track
    Hold down the FN key to enable connection via the 2.4GHz RF wireless.
19. FN key for accessing F keys' secondary functions
20. Select a backlighting color

Before You Begin

Every Device is Different!
The operating manual contains information on effective and reliable use.

• Read the operating manual carefully.
• Keep the operating manual and pass it on to other users when needed.

CHERRY MX 3.0S Wireless is a tri-mode 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.de.

For Your Safety

1. Risk of choking from swallowing small parts

• Keep the device out of the reach of children under 3 years.

2. Possible fire hazard due to permanently installed rechargeable battery

• Do not destroy the keyboard by, e.g., disassembling, crushing, heating or burning it.

3. RSI stands for "Repetitive Strain Injury".
   RSI arises due to small movements continuously repeated over a long period of time. To avoid RSI, suggest that you:

• 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

1. To turn on the keyboard:

• Connect the keyboard to the computer using the USB cable. Or:
• Power on the device using the I/O (On = I, Off = O) switch on the back of the keyboard.

2. To turn off the keyboard:

• Disconnect the USB cable and power off the device using the I/O switch on the back of the keyboard.

When not in use for longer than 30 seconds, the keyboard switches to the sleep mode, which requires very little power. In this mode the LEDs and keyboard backlighting are turned off. It wakes up to the normal working mode when any key is pressed, and the backlighting resumes.

Because the keyboard still consumes power in the energy-saving mode, switch it off manually before longer periods out of use or for transport.

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 USB cable, Bluetooth, or via the receiver using a 2.4GHz wireless connection.

The Bluetooth connection is convenient if you wish to use the keyboard with several devices: you need only to connect once and do not need the receiver. You can use Bluetooth to connect up to 3 devices to the keyboard and also switch between them.

Connecting the Keyboard via the USB Cable

1. Connect the keyboard to any USB port of your PC or laptop.
2. While holding down the FN key, press the USB key ()
   The "USB / Battery" LED above the arrow keys () glows orange when the battery is being charged or green when the battery is fully charged.

Connecting the Keyboard via Bluetooth

NOTE
Bluetooth 5.2 Requires Windows 10 or Above
Only use the keyboard with PCs or laptops with operating system Windows 10 or above, or connect it via a USB cable as an alternative.

As the keyboard has 3 Bluetooth channels, you can connect it to 3 different devices.

1. Turn the keyboard on (set the switch to "I" on the back of the keyboard).
2. Search for Bluetooth connections on the device you want to connect to the keyboard (for example, on a Windows PC select Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth).
3. Follow the instructions of the operating system.
4. 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, indicating that pairing is in progress. Channel 1 is selected the first time the keyboard is switched on.
   The LED glows blue constantly when the keyboard is connected to a device on the active channel.
5. If necessary, select another active channel by pressing the FN key and one of the number keys 1, 2, or 3.
   Or:
   Press and hold down the FN key and one of the number keys 1, 2, or 3 until the Bluetooth LED starts flashing. The keyboard is entering the pairing mode and can be discovered by your PC or laptop. The previous connection information on this channel is deleted.
6. Select your MX 3.0S Wireless Keyboard on your device to establish the connection within 30 seconds. The Bluetooth LED ( ) lights up blue to confirm that the keyboard has been connected.

Please note that steps 2, 3 and 6 are applicable only when you are making connections with new devices.

If the connection fails after trying for 30 seconds, the LED goes out. Please try again or refer to Troubleshooting Bluetooth Connection Failures.

Connecting the Keyboard via the Wireless Receiver

Follow the steps below to connect your keyboard using the 2.4GHz Wireless receiver.

1. Turn the keyboard on (set the switch to "I" on the back of the keyboard).
2. Connect the receiver to a USB 2.0 compatible port on your device.
3. While holding down the FN key, press the Wireless key ().

The Wireless LED above the arrow keys () lights up white. The keyboard is now connected to your PC or laptop.

Changing the Connection Type

If you have established several connections via the USB cable, Bluetooth, or the wireless receiver, you can switch between the connection types. To do so, hold down the FN key and press the desired key as shown in the table below.

FN Key + Key	Function
	Connection via the USB cable
	Connection via Bluetooth
	Connection via the 2.4GHz wireless receiver

The active connection type is changed and indicated by the corresponding LED above the arrow keys.

Switching Bluetooth Devices

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.

1. Switch to the Bluetooth connection.
2. Press the FN key and the corresponding number key (1, 2, or 3) for the desired channel.

The keyboard is connected to the corresponding device via the selected Bluetooth channel.

Installing the CHERRY Gaming Software

To use the CHERRY MX 3.0S Wireless keyboard to its full potential, you need to install the CHERRY Gaming Software on your PC or laptop. With the CHERRY Gaming Software, you can change the backlighting mode, color, and speed, assign macros to the keys, and adjust parameters to control keyboard behaviors. Macros can be recorded and edited.

The CHERRY Gaming Software is intuitive to operate and includes a help function. You can also contact our support if needed.

1. Always use the latest software.
2. Connect the keyboard via the USB cable (refer to Connecting the Keyboard via the USB Cable).
3. Download the free software from: www.cherry-world.com or www.cherry.de.
   Or:
   Press and hold the CHERRY key ( ) for 3 seconds to open the web link which directs you to download the CHERRY Gaming Software.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Running the CHERRY Gaming Software

When the CHERRY Gaming Software is installed, you can press and hold the CHERRY key () for 3 seconds to launch the application.

Updating the Firmware

If a newer version of the firmware is available, the CHERRY Gaming Software will prompt to update your keyboard firmware. Updating the firmware to the latest version ensures the best performance of your keyboard.

Please plug in the wireless receiver to make sure its firmware is also updated to the latest version.

NOTE
Updating the Keyboard Firmware in the Cable Mode
To prevent faults due to an empty battery, please always connect the keyboard via the USB cable before updating the firmware

Discovering Additional Functions

The symbols for the additional functions can be found on the F1 to F12 keys and on the three media playing keys above the number pad. To perform a desired function, press and hold the FN key and press the appropriate key. For example, to switch the sound on or off, press the FN key and F1 ( ). The backlighting functions and effects are only available on the MX 3.0S Wireless RGB version.

To keep the FN key in the active (locked) state, press and hold the ctrl key and then press the FN key. The FN key LED lights up red when the FN key is locked. Press ctrl + FN again to unlock the FN key.

Customizing Backlighting Effects

You can set the backlighting effects using the additional function keys (refer to Discovering Additional Functions). You can further adjust the backlighting effects with the CHERRY Gaming Software. To do so, you need to install the software (refer Installing the CHERRY Gaming Software).

When the software is installed, you can press the CHERRY key () to launch the application (refer to: Running the CHERRY Gaming Software).

Using the Built-in Backlighting Effects

Select the desired backlighting effect by pressing the FN key and F12 key (). Continue pressing the key combination to cycle through the built-in backlighting effects.

Selecting Backlighting Colors

Press FN + Spacebar to enter the backlighting color selection mode. The spacebar shows dynamic multicolor backlighting effects, while other keys show different static colors. Press the corresponding key to select the desired color to be used in the current backlighting effect and exit the color selection mode.

Customizing Individual Keys

Follow the steps below to set backlighting colors for individual keys:

1. Select the "Customized" backlighting effect by repeatedly pressing the FN + F12 key ( ). In factory default settings, the W, A, S, D, and cursor keys light up red.
2. Press FN + end to enter the customization mode.
3. Press individual keys to change their colors (backlighting can also be set to off).
4. Press FN + end again to exit the customization mode.

Enabling and Disabling the CHERRY Key

To avoid triggering the CHERRY key () function unintentionally, you can disable the CHERRY key by pressing (FN + ).

When it is disabled, the LED on the CHERRY key lights up red. Press (FN + ) again to enable the CHERRY key.

Charging the Keyboard

When the keyboard battery is low, the "USB / Battery" LED () above the arrow keys flashes red. You should charge your keyboard soon.

To charge your keyboard, use the provided USB cable to connect the USB port on the back of the keyboard and a USB port on the PC or laptop.

The "USB / Battery" LED () glows orange while the keyboard is charging. The LED turns green 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 Factory Defaults

Press and hold FN + pause for 5 seconds to reset the keyboard to its factory default settings.

In rare scenarios that a hard reset is needed, you can insert a pin (or paper clip) into the small hole at the bottom of the keyboard and keep pressing it for 3 seconds.

Cleaning the Keyboard

NOTICE:
Damage may occur due to using aggressive cleaning agents or letting liquid get into the keyboard!

1. Switch the keyboard off and disconnect the USB cable.
2. Clean the keyboard with a slightly damp cloth and some mild cleaning agent (such as dishwashing liquid).
   • Do not use solvents such as gasoline, benzene, alcohol, scouring agents or abrasive scourers.
   • Prevent any liquid from getting inside the keyboard.
3. Dry off the keyboard with a soft, lint-free cloth.

Troubleshooting Problems

If you experience problems while using the keyboard, please try the following:

• If the functions of the CHERRY key () are not being executed, it may have been disabled. Enable the CHERRY key by pressing (FN + ) (refer to Enabling and Disabling the CHERRY Key) and then try again.
• Switch the keyboard off and on again.
• Use another USB port on the PC or laptop.
• Make sure that the keyboard is not defective. Test it with another PC or laptop.
• Set the option "USB Keyboard Support" and "USB Legacy Mode" to "Enabled" in the BIOS of the PC.
• Charge the keyboard via the USB cable (refer to: 10 Charging the Keyboard).
• Remove any objects causing interference between the keyboard and the PC or 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 or laptop.
• Should any interference be encountered when you use USB 3.0 devices right near the receiver: use another port that is further away, use an alternative cable, or a USB hub for the receiver or USB 3.0 device.

Troubleshooting Bluetooth Connection Failures

• If your PC or laptop is in the sleep mode, it cannot be woken up using Bluetooth devices. Switch on the PC or laptop manually.
• If the keyboard has been already connected to another device on the selected channel, you cannot establish a parallel connection. Switch off the first device or deactivate the connection.

NOTE
Operation of Several Bluetooth Devices on a PC / Laptop
Your PC or laptop can only connect to a limited number of active devices using Bluetooth. Profile conflicts and unavailability of ports may occur when more devices are added

• Turn off any unnecessary Bluetooth devices.
• Remove the connection to the keyboard in the Bluetooth configuration and add it again as a new device.
• Some older versions of operating systems may not support Bluetooth 5.2. Use an external Bluetooth receiver.
• If you have assigned different Bluetooth channels: switch the Bluetooth channel if necessary (refer to Switching Bluetooth Devices).

Troubleshooting Wireless Connection Failures

• Connect the receiver to a USB 2.0 port on your PC or laptop (USB 2.0 port 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 or 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.
• Use the CHERRY Gaming Software to re-pair the receiver with the keyboard.

Mounting the Support Legs

1. Pull the rubber feet out from the rear drill threaded holes on the bottom of the keyboard.
2. Screw the support legs into the holes which have become available.

Disposing of Devices

• Do not dispose of devices with this symbolin household waste.
• Dispose of devices in accordance with statutory regulations: at your local dealer or at municipal recycling centers.

Technical Data

Documents / Resources

References

• CHERRY - mice and keyboards for professionals
• CHERRY Deutschland - Mäuse, Tastaturen und Eingabegeräte für Profis

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