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MK850
KEYBOARD? GAMEPAD? WHY NOT BOTH?
REVIEW GUIDE

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  • Page 1 MK850 KEYBOARD? GAMEPAD? WHY NOT BOTH? REVIEW GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Preface This Review Guide contains information on the MK850. Specifically, you will find information on product background story, key features, design highlights, how-to-use tips-&-tricks, and other details for the product you will be reviewing. Cooler Master logo and logo usage guidelines can be downloaded from:...
  • Page 3 Stylish, functional, and capable of handling all situations, the MK850 gaming keyboard is the next evolution of mechanical gaming keyboards. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Product Overview Value Proposition Functional and full-featured for all gaming situations, the MK850 gaming keyboard is the evolution of mechanical keyboards. MSRP USD 199.99-219.99 Key Features Genuine Cherry MX Red Switches AIMPAD Pressure Sensitive Technology Dedicated Media Keys & 2 Precision Wheels...

  • Page 5: Value Proposition

    Value Proposition Functional and full-featured for all gaming situations, the MK850 gaming keyboard is the evolution of mechanical keyboards. AIMPAD™ Technology for fine-tuned control, Cherry MX switches for accuracy, programmable Precision Wheel for easy control, and all the essential features and quality construction you come to expect from a premium package.

  • Page 6: Target Audience

    Macro Keys and even a USB 3.0 Hub. But also unique features that stand out in the market like AIMPAD Technology, which is a first to market and a feature truly developed to take the Gaming Experience to the next level. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 7: Key Product Features

    Key Product Features Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 8 With a polygonal brushed aluminum top cover and stylish floating switches, the MK850 has a bold gaming design. Five dedicated multimedia keys and two precision programmable wheels make the MK850 a premium mechanical keyboard. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 9 We’ve got all the lighting effects you want with per-key RGB LEDs with multiple lighting modes and effects to highlight all your dominating killstreaks. How to change the effects? Use either the FN On-the-Fly system or use the Software Application for advanced control! Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 10 AIMPAD Technology The MK850 uses Cherry MX Red switches combined with analog control to give you a competitive edge in gaming. Aimpad Technology gives you analog control right your keyboard. Make slight adjustments or course corrections minus the jerky tapping of traditional keyboards. Get fine-...
  • Page 11 And as you may expect from a Cooler Master Peripheral, all the settings are directly stored on the device so it is Plug-and-Play ready to go!
  • Page 12 Get 100% genuine Cherry MX Switches that are good for 50 million keystrokes. All the responsiveness, accuracy, and tactile satisfaction Cherry MX is known for - No knock-offs here, just 100% natural, baby. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 13 USB 3.0 HUB There’s no need to crawl behind your PC and fight for a port on your rig anymore - the MK850 is equipped with two USB 3.0 ports for additional choices for all your accessories. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 14 AIMPAD Explained Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 15 If a higher amount of light is reflected, we know the key is moving closer to the sensor. Think of it like a dimmer light switch where you can control the intensity. This is how Aimpad functions. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 16 AIMPAD: Game Example Normal KB control W/O Aimpad Normal KB control W/O Aimpad Normal KB control W/O Aimpad Normal KB control With Aimpad Normal KB control With Aimpad Normal KB control With Aimpad Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 17 This is not a trivial difference. If you want your game character to move slowly, or steer a vehicle slightly, your instinct would be to press the switch down a small amount. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 18 Analog Performance The following graphs compare the typical analog performance of an analog keypress using Aimpad with Cherry MX switches and the analog performance of a keyboard using Flaretech Analog switches. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 19 Flaretech switch is not smooth or consistent. By contrast, the consistency and reliability in performance of a Cherry MX Red switch combined with per key calibration from Aimpad provides the best analog keyboard performance possible. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 20 External IR light can enter the switch housing through theses transparent stems and cause interference with the normal operation of the switch. Aimpad’s solution does not have this issue and can even be used in direct sunlight. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 21 FN On-the-Fly Controls Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 22 HOME = Fwd Flying Mode F7 = Lighting Background Effect* Change Loop END = Bckwd M5 = Speed Mode F8 = Lighting Demo Mode direction right* PAUSE = Repeat �� �� �� �� Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 23 6 = AIMPAD On/Off Right Wheel = System Volume 2 = Next Track 7 = Sensitive - 3 = Previous Track 8 = Sensitive + 4 = Mute 5 = Backlight On/Off Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 24 4. Now the Macro can be keyed in. 5. When finished select the mode (Single, Repeat Loop and Infinate Loop). 6. After that is done press FN+ESC to save and exit. Your Macro is now ready! Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 25 3. Select the Key requested to be the deleted - The key backlight will then turn off 4. When finished press FN+ESC to save and exit. - The Macro is now deleted Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 26 3. After the requested color is achieved, press the key(s) that you want in this color. -Repeat step 2 & 3 as many times as requested for other keys 4. Press FN+ P1/P2/P3/P4 to Save it to the requested profile. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 27: Software Application

    Software Application Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 28 Software: Multi-Language installation This second version of the Cooler Master PORTAL that works with the MK850 has improved functionality and a improved user- experience and updated visual identity. Grab from http://coolermaster.com/downloads to always ensure the latest version is running! The Software allows for multi-language installation with the following supported languages: Copyright 2015 ©...
  • Page 29 PORTAL products related settings Lighting = for all backlight control Key Mapping = Key Bindings tab Macros = to record and set custom macros Profiles = Library to import or export profiles Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 30 Export = Export configuration file • Reset = Reset current profile • Apply = Apply current profile Select the Aimpad profile Select the sensitivity of Available gamepad aimpad (from 0-100%) buttons for mapping Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 31 Select the speed of the effect (5 Point and click to levels) select the requested color. Drag the slider to adjust the Select the LED Mode. brightness level Select the led direction Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 32 2. Enable or disable on the top left of the pop-up or Press any Key that will will need to overwrite the standard Key function 3. Press Save to Apply. Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 33 The original function of this key will be overwritten Macro 3 = Delete Macro 7.Press APPLY to Save and Exit. *Also the 4 media keys can be set at Macro Keys Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 34 To import a profile simply select the *.Prf file that is saved on your computer. • After importing, all settings are saved on the keyboard directly, meaning it’s plug and play ready! • Sharing = Caring  Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 35 Appendix Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 36 Yes, Removable magnetic with soft PU Wristrest Yes, Removable plastic wristrest Leather Connectivity Wired Wired Cable Detachable braided USB Type-C USB-A Software AP Support? Warranty 2 Years 2 Years MSRP $199-219 $199.99 Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 37 6-Key and N-Key Rollover Connectivity Wired Wired Cable Detachable braided USB Type-C Detachable braided USB Type-C Warranty 2 Years 2 Years MSRP $139.99-$159 $199.99-$219 Extras AIMPAD, USB 3.0 Hub, Precision Wheels Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 38 China: John Zhang 張智勇 - John_Zhang@coolermaster.com.cn (Location China) Technical Product Marketing: • Global: Pascal Wang - Pascal_Wang@coolermaster.com.cn (Location China) General Marketing & Deliverables: • Global: Kevin Piangenti – Kevin_piangenti@coolermaster.com (location USA) Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 39 Make Your Gaming Experience Copyright 2015 © Cooler Master Corporation. All Rights Reserved.