Kinesis KBTKO-KBW, KBTKO-KBB, KBTKO-KBR User Manual
KBTKO User Manual
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22030 20th Avenue SE, Suite 102
Bothell, Washington 98021 USA
Kinesis Corporation
www.KinesisGaming.com
Keyboard models covered by this manual:
• KBTKO-KBW
• KBTKO-KBB
• KBTKO-KBR
Version 1.0.1 (January 13, 2021)
This manual covers features included through firmware version 1.0.1 unless otherwise indicated. To
download the latest firmware and to access all support resources visit the TKO Support page:
www.KinesisGaming.com/tko-support
© 2020 by Kinesis Corporation, all rights reserved. Kinesis is registered trademarks of Kinesis
Corporation. TKO, Hyperspace SmartSet, and v-Drive are trademarks of Kinesis Corporation. All other
trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any commercial purpose, without the
express written permission of Kinesis Corporation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Warning
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use only shielded interfacing cables when connecting to
computer or peripheral. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the
user’s authority to operate.
INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interface-causing Equipment
Regulations.
Cet Appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exiginces du Reglement sur le material broilleur du
Canada.
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Table of Contents
1.0 Read Me First………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
1.1 Get to Know Your Keyboard 6
3.0 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
3.1 RGB Backlighting…...……..……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
3.2 Dual Layer Layouts (Embedded Fn Layer)……………………………………………………………………………… 6
3.3 HyperSpace Triple Space Bar 6
3.4 Multimedia Actions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
3.5 Adjustable Front-Back Tilting……………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
3.6 Adjustable Left-Right Tenting……………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
3.7 Hot-swappable Key Switches………………………………………………………………….. 8
3.8 Installing the Full-Size Space Bar……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
3.9 Indicator Lights 8
4.0 SmartSet Onboard Programming………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
4.1 Program Lock/Unlock……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
4.2 Change Profiles…..………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
4.3 Recording Macros…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
4.4 Remapping Keys…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
4.5 Run Status Report…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
4.6 Connect/Disconnect v-Drive...……………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
4.7 Adjust Global Macro Speed………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
4.8 NKRO Mode………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
4.9 Game Mode………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
4.10 Tourney Mode 12
4.11 Soft Reset………….……………………………..…………………………………………………………………………. 12
4.12 Hard Reset……………………………..…………………………………………………………………………………... 12
4.13 App Refresh ………………………………...……………………………………………………………………………… 12
4.14 Update Keyboard Firmware………….………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
4.15 Update Lighting Firmware…………….………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
4.16 Adjust Status Report Speed………….…………………………………………………………………………………… 12
4.17 Force v-Drive Connect..…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
5.0 SmartSet Programming App (Windows & Mac)...……………………………………………………………………………. 13
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5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
6.0 Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16
7.0 Technical Support, Repairs, and Returns…………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
8.0 Warranty & Limitation of Liability……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
Installaon…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…
Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Profile Selecon……….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Layout Editor………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Backlighng Editor…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Edge Lighng Editor………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Global Keyboard Sengs Editor………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
App Tools……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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1.0 Read Me First
Health and Safety Warning
Continuous use of any keyboard may cause aches, pains or more serious cumulative trauma disorders such
as tendinitis and carpal tunnel syndrome, or other repetitive strain disorders.
• Exercise good judgement in placing reasonable limits on your keyboarding time every day.
• Follow established guidelines for computer and workstation setup.
• Maintain a relaxed keying posture and use a light touch to press the keys.
Keyboard is not a medical treatment
This keyboard is not a substitute for appropriate medical treatment! If any information in this guide appears to
contradict your health care professional’s advice, please follow your health care professional’s advice.
No warranty of injury prevention or cure
Kinesis bases its product designs on research, proven features and user evaluations. However, because of
the complex set of factors believed to contribute to computer-related injuries, the company can make no
warranty that its products will prevent or cure any physical ailment. Your particular risk of injury may be
affected by workstation and chair design, posture, time worked without breaks, type of work, activities outside
the workplace, and/or individual physiology.
Quick Start Guide
If you are eager to get started, please consult the included Quick Start Guide. The Quick Start Guide can also
be downloaded from KinesisGaming.com/Support. Consult this full User Manual for detailed descriptions of
both basic and advanced features.
1.1 Get to Know Your keyboard
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1. Volume Keys (Accessed via Fn)
2. Playback Keys (Accessed via Fn)
3. Function Keys (Accessed via Fn)
4. Arrow Cluster (Accessed via Fn)
5. Editing Keys (Accessed via Fn)
6. HyperSpace Modular Spacebar
7. Fn Key (access the embedded layer)
8. SmartSet key (onboard programming)
9. USB-C Cable Port
10. Onboard Shortcuts
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2.0 Keyboard Overview
Specifications
• Programmable 60% RGB Mechanical Keyboard
• 1 year limited warranty
• Dimensions: 295mm wide x 114mm deep x 33mm tall
• Weight: 19.0oz
Features
• Anodized Aluminum Plate
• Premium PBT Double-shot Keycaps
• Premium Kailh Box mechanical switches
• 16.8M Color Dual-Zone RGB Lighting (Backlighting & Edge Lighting)
• SmartSet Programming Engine with on-the-fly remaps & macros
• SmartSet App for Windows & Mac
• 9 Customizable Profiles with fully-programmable dual-layer Layouts and dual-layer Lighting Effects
• 4MB onboard memory (the v-Drive™)
• Multimedia actions (embedded Fn layer)
• Available Game Mode, NKRO Mode, and Tourney Mode
• 2 sets of pop-out legs for optional “Tenting” and “Tilting”
• 1000mz polling and 100% anti-ghosting
Package Contents
• TKO keyboard
• Detachable 6’ USB-C cable
• Travel Case
• Dual Keycap and Switch Removal Tool
• 8 Additional Kailh Box Switches (Contrasting switch types)
• 2 HyperSpace Switch Covers
• Full-Size Spacebar keycap and Stabilizer
• Quick Start Guide
System Requirements
• Keyboard: Windows® 7-10, macOS® v10.6+, Chrome OS® or Linux® & full-size USB Port
• SmartSet Programming App (Required for Lighting customization): Windows or macOS, Internet
Connection (download only), 25MB available hard-disk space, and for best results 1920x1080+ monitor
resolution.
Keyboard Setup
To setup the TKO keyboard, simply connect the smaller USB-C end of the included cable to the port on the
back of the keyboard. Then connect the larger USB-A end of the cable to to a full-size USB port on your
computer. The TKO is 100% plug-and-play and does not require the installation of any special software or
special drivers or an internet connection for basic use.
The TKO is a powerful programmable keyboard. To prevent inadvertent programming of the keyboard, all
onboard programming shortcuts are initially disabled from the factory. If you would like to customize keyboard
layouts, settings, or lighting, you will first need to disable the
SmartSet + Right Shift + X. Use the same shortcut to re-enable
PROGRAM LOCK using the onboard shortcut:
PROGRAM LOCK. Note: Profile Switching is
not disabled by Program Lock. See Section 4 for details.
To customize Lighting Effects, download the Smart App for Windows or Mac at the URL Below and then use
the onboard shortcut to connect the “v-Drive” to your PC. See Section 5 for details.
www.KinesisGaming.com/tko-support
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