RAZER BlackWidow Chroma User manual

The Razer BlackWidow mechanical gaming keyboard was first launched in 2010 and
quickly became the most popular and highest selling gaming keyboard worldwide,

making its mark as the primary choice for eSports athletes. Four years later, the Razer™

Mechanical Switch was introduced, giving the Razer BlackWidow an even greater
advantage with the world’s first mechanical switch designed from the ground up
specifically for gaming. This enabled gamers to take their skill to the next level with
more speed and precision than ever before. By redefining the limits of performance,
this elite mechanical gaming keyboard left the competition in the dust, even faster
than before.

Now with Chroma customizable backlighting, this gaming icon is raising the bar once
again by introducing individually controlled multi-color backlit keys that allow for
extreme customization. Bearing the distinct Razer BlackWidow design, the Razer
BlackWidow Chroma gives you the unbridled freedom to truly express yourself, not just
with an impressive spectrum of colors but with personalized lighting controls as well.

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CONTENTS

1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS .................................... 3

2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT ................................................... 3

3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 4

4. DEVICE LAYOUT ...................................................................................... 5

5. SETTING UP YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW CHROMA ................................ 6

6. USING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW CHROMA ........................................ 7

7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW CHROMA ............................ 9

8. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................. 24

9. LEGALESE .............................................................................................. 26

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1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

 Razer BlackWidow Chroma Gaming Keyboard
 Quick Start Guide
 Important Product Information Guide

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

 Mac with 2 free USB 2.0 ports
 Mac OS X (v 10.7 to 10.9)
 Internet connection
 200MB of free hard disk space

2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Sign up now for a Razer Synapse account to get real-time information on your
product’s warranty status. To learn more about Razer Synapse and all its features, visit

www.razerzone.com/synapse.

If you are already a Razer Synapse user, register your product by clicking on your email
address at the Razer Synapse application and select Warranty Status from the
dropdown list.

To register your product online, visit www.razerzone.com/registration. Please note that
you will not be able to view your warranty status if you register via the website.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

What you’ll get:

 1 year limited manufacturer’s warranty.
 Free online technical support at www.razersupport.com.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

 Razer™ Mechanical Switches with 50g actuation force
 60 million keystroke life span
 Chroma backlighting with 16.8 million customizable color options
 Razer Synapse enabled
 10 key roll-over anti-ghosting
 Fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
 5 additional dedicated macro keys
 Gaming mode option
 Audio-out/mic-in jacks
 USB pass-through
 1000Hz Ultrapolling
 Braided fiber cable

APPROXIMATE SIZE & WEIGHT:

 Width 475 mm / 18.70”
 Height 171mm / 6.73”
 Depth 39 mm / 1.54”
 Weight 1500 g / 3.31 lbs

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4. DEVICE LAYOUT

A. Screen Brightness Keys
B. Mission Control Key
C. Launchpad Key
D. LED Control Keys
E. Media Keys
F. Volume Control Keys
G. LED Indicators
H. 5 Extra Macro Keys
I. On-The-Fly Macro Record Key
J. Gaming Mode Key
K. Audio Out Jack
L. Microphone In Jack
M. USB Passthrough Port

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5. SETTING UP YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW CHROMA

Note: You may skip Steps 2-4 if you already have Razer Synapse installed and an existing account.

Step 1: Plug the Razer BlackWidow Chroma to your computer.
Step 2: Download the Razer Synapse installer from www.razerzone.com/synapse.
Step 3: Run the installer and follow the onscreen instructions.
Step 4: Register for a Razer Synapse account and confirm your new account.
Step 5: Open Razer Synapse and log in to your account.
Step 6: Wait until the software automatically downloads and installs.

Note: By default, the Razer BlackWidow Chroma is set to spectrum cycling. To customize the lighting, please
install Razer Synapse.

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6. USING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW CHROMA

The audio volume controls allow you to
mute ( ), decrease ( ) and increase
( ) the audio output.

The media keys allow you to play/pause
( ) a track or skip tracks backward ( )
and forward ( ).

The LED control keys allow you to decrease
( ) or increase ( ) the brightness

of your keyboard’s LEDs.

The sleep key allows you to suspend all
operating system activities. This function
allows you to save electricity while the
computer is idle.

*Note: You will need to install Synapse first before you can use these functions.

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ON-THE-FLY (OTF) MACRO RECORDING

Follow these steps to create an OTF Macro Recording:

1. Press the key combination to start recording.

2. The Macro Recording Indicator will light up to show that the device is ready to

record.

3. Type in the keys you want to record.

4. Press the Macro key to stop the recording or the ESC key to cancel the recording.

The Macro Recording Indicator will start to blink to show that the device has
stopped recording and is ready to save the macro.

5. Press the desired key where you want to save your macro.

GAMING MODE

Activating the Gaming Mode allows you to toggle between the multimedia keys and
the function keys as your primary function. An indicator will light up when Gaming
Mode is turned ON. To turn the Gaming Mode Off, press the Gaming Mode Key.

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7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW CHROMA

Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse. These features are also subject to

change based on the current software version and your Operating System.

KEYBOARD TAB

The Keyboard Tab is your default tab when you first install Razer Synapse. This tab
allows you to customize your device’s profiles and key assignments.

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Profile

A profile is a convenient way of organizing all your custom settings and you can have an
infinite number of profiles at your disposal. Any changes made within each tab are
automatically saved to the current profile and stored into the cloud servers.

You can create a new profile by clicking the button or delete the current

profile by clicking the button. The button allows you to Copy, Import,
and Export profiles. Your current profile by default is named “Profile” however; you can
rename it by typing on the text field below PROFILE NAME.

Each profile can be set to FN + 0 - 9 using the SHORTCUT dropdown menu for fast
profile switching. Each profile can also be set to automatically activate when you run a
program or application through the use of the LINK APPLICATION option.

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Customize Tab

The Customize Tab is where you can modify the basic functionalities of your device
such as key assignments to suit your gaming needs. The changes made in this tab are
automatically saved to your current profile.

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Key Assignment Menu

Initially, each key is set to DEFAULT. However, you may change the function of this key
by clicking the desired key to access the Key Assignment Menu.

Listed below are the customization options and their description.

Default

This option enables you to return the key to its original function. To choose the
DEFAULT, simple select it from the Key Assignment Menu.

Keyboard Function

This option enables you to change any key into another keyboard function. To choose a
keyboard function, select KEYBOARD FUNCTION from the Key Assignment Menu and
enter the key you wish to use. You may also include modifier keys such as Ctrl, Shift, Alt
or any of those combinations.

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Mouse Function

This option allows you to change any key into a mouse button function. To choose a
mouse function, select MOUSE FUNCTION from the Key Assignment Menu and an
ASSIGN BUTTON submenu will appear.

Listed below are the functions which you can choose from the Assign Button submenu:
Left Click - Performs a left mouse click using the assigned button.
Right Click - Performs a right mouse click using the assigned button.
Scroll Click - Activates the universal scrolling function.
Double Click - Performs a double left click using the assigned button.
Mouse Button 4 - Performs a “Backward” command for most internet browsers.
Mouse Button 5 - Performs a “Forward” command for most internet browsers.
Scroll Up - Performs a “Scroll Up” command using the assigned button.
Scroll Down - Performs a “Scroll Down” command using the assigned button.
Scroll Left - Performs a “Scroll Left” command using the assigned button.
Scroll Right - Performs a “Scroll Right” command using the assigned button.

Inter-device
Inter-device allows you to change the functionality of other Razer Synapse-enabled
devices. Some of these functionalities are device-specific such as using your Razer
gaming keyboard to change the Sensitivity Stage of your Razer gaming mouse. When
you select Inter-device from the Key Assignment Menu, a sub-menu will appear.

DEVICE TO LINK allows you to choose which currently connected Razer device can be
linked while FUNCTION allows you to choose which functionality you want to use for
the linked device.

Macro

A Macro is a prerecorded sequence of keystrokes and button presses that is executed
with precise timing. By setting a key to Macro, you can conveniently execute a chain of
commands. When you select this option from the Key Assignment Menu, a submenu
will appear which allows you to choose a prerecorded macro command. See the
MACROS TAB to learn more about creating Macro commands.

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Switch Profile
The Switch Profile enables you to change profiles on the fly and immediately load all
your pre-configured settings. When you select Switch Profile from the Key Assignment
Menu, a sub-menu will appear that will allow you to choose which profile to use. An
on-screen display will automatically appear whenever you switch profiles.

Launch Application

Launch Application allows you to launch a program or a website using the assigned key.
When you select Launch Program from the Key Assignment Menu, two options will
appear which allow you to search for the specific application you want to open or write
the address of the website you want to visit.

Multimedia Function

This option allows you to bind multimedia playback controls to your device. After
selecting Multimedia Function, a submenu will appear. Listed below are the multimedia
playback controls you can choose from the submenu:

Volume Down - Decreases the audio output.
Volume Up - Increases the audio output.
Mute Volume - Mutes the audio.
Mic Volume Up - Increases the microphone volume.
Mic Volume Down - Decreases the microphone volume.
Mute Mic - Mutes the microphone.
Mute All - Mute both microphone and audio output.
Play / Pause - Play, pause, or resume playback of the current media.
Previous Track - Play the previous track.
Next Track - Play the next track.

Shortcuts

This option enables you to assign the key into an Operating System shortcut command.
For more information please visit: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1343

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Disable

This option renders the assigned key unusable. Use Disable if you do not want to use
the key or if it interferes with your gaming.

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Lighting Tab

The Lighting Tab is where you can customize the color of the lighting of individual keys
or select pre-loaded lighting effects to be applied to the entire keyboard. You can also
adjust the brightness of the lighting and set the system to turn off all lighting on the
device when your monitor display is turned off. Changes made in this tab will be
automatically saved to the current profile.

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Pre-loaded lighting effects

A number of pre-loaded lighting effects can be selected and applied to your keyboard
lighting as a whole, such as spectrum lighting, breathing etc. The default effect is
spectrum lighting. Select your desired effect and their corresponding properties (such
as color) from the bottom area of this tab.

Customized lighting effects
You can also select the lighting color for each key individually. Select the Effect

“Custom” and select the key to change. Then pick a color using the color picker.

The “Custom” option also includes templates for various game genres such as FPS,
MOBA, MMO and RTS etc.

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Gaming Mode Tab

The Gaming Mode Tab allows you to customize each profile to use either the function
key or the multimedia key by turning Gaming Mode On or Off.

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MACROS TAB

The Macros Tab allows you to create a series of precise keystrokes and button presses.
This tab also allows you to have numerous macros and extremely long macro
commands at your disposal.

The Macro section works similarly to Profile wherein you can rename a macro by typing
on the field below MACRO NAME. There are also other options available in the macro

section such as creating a new macro by clicking the button and deleting the

current macro by clicking the button. The button allows you to Copy,
Import, and Export macros.

To create a macro command, simply click the button and all your
keystrokes and button presses will automatically register on the macro screen. When

you are done recording your macro commands, click on the button to end
the session.

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The Macro section allows you to input the delay in-between commands. In RECORD
DELAY the delay in-between commands are registered as how it is entered. The
DEFAULT DELAY uses a predefined time (expressed in seconds) as the delay. And NO
DELAY omits all the pauses in-between keystrokes and button presses.

Note: You may use up to three decimal places when inserting values on the seconds (sec) field.

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Once you have recorded a macro, you may edit the commands you have entered by
selecting each command on the macro screen. Each keystroke or button press is
arranged sequentially with the first command shown at the top of the screen.

The button allows you to edit a particular command and the button

enables you to delete a command. The and buttons gives you the
option to move the command up or down.

The button allows you to put in additional keystrokes, button presses or time
delays either before or after the selected command.

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Once you have pressed the button, a new display window will appear beside
the list of macro commands. The dropdown menu on this window allows you to choose
a keystroke or a delay to be added in before or after the highlighted macro command.

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You may add in a new set of macro commands by clicking the button on the
keystroke menu; or input time delays on the duration field using the delay menu.

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8. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE

SAFETY GUIDELINES

In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer BlackWidow Chroma, we
suggest that you adopt the following guidelines:

1. Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does

not work, unplug the device and contact the Razer hotline or go to

www.razersupport.com for support. Do not attempt to service or fix the device

yourself at any time.

2. Do not take apart the device (doing so will void your warranty) and do not

attempt to operate it under abnormal current loads.

3. Keep the device away from liquid, humidity or moisture. Operate the device only

within the specific temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F). Should the
temperature exceed this range, unplug and switch off the device in order to let
the temperature stabilize to an optimal level.

COMFORT

Research has shown that long periods of repetitive motion, improper positioning of
your computer peripherals, incorrect body position, and poor habits may be associated
with physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles. Below are some
guidelines to avoid injury and ensure optimum comfort while using your Razer
BlackWidow Chroma.

1. Position your keyboard and monitor directly in front of you with your mouse next

to it. Place your elbows next to your side, not too far away and your Keyboard
within easy reach.

2. Adjust the height of your chair and table so that the keyboard and mouse are at

or below elbow height.

3. Keep your feet well supported, posture straight and your shoulders relaxed.

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4. During gameplay, relax your wrist and keep it straight. If you do the same tasks

with your hands repeatedly, try not to bend, extend or twist your hands for long
periods.

5. Do not rest your wrists on hard surfaces for long periods. Use a wrist rest to

support your wrist while gaming.

6. Customize the keys on your keyboard to suit your style of gaming in order to

minimize repetitive or awkward motions while gaming.

7. Do not sit in the same position all day. Get up, step away from your desk and do

exercises to stretch your arms, shoulders, neck and legs.

8. If you should experience any physical discomfort while using your Keyboard, such

as pain, numbness, or tingling in your hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck or
back, please consult a qualified medical doctor immediately.

MAINTENANCE AND USE

The Razer BlackWidow Chroma requires minimum maintenance to keep it in optimum
condition. Once a month we recommend you unplug the device from the computer
and clean it using a soft cloth or cotton swab with a bit of warm water to prevent dirt
buildup. Do not use soap or harsh cleaning agents.

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9. LEGALESE

COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFORMATION

©2012-2014 Razer Inc. Patent Pending. All Rights Reserved. Razer™, the Razer Triple­Headed Snake logo, the Razer distressed word logo and other trademarks contained
herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Razer Inc. and/or its affiliated or
associated companies, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Mac OS,
Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple.

Razer Inc. (“Razer”) may have copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, patent
applications, or other intellectual property rights (whether registered or unregistered)
concerning the product in this Master Guide. Furnishing of this Master Guide does not
give you a license to any such copyright, trademark, patent or other intellectual
property right. The Razer BlackWidow Chroma (the “Product”) may differ from pictures
whether on packaging or otherwise. Razer assumes no responsibility for such
differences or for any errors that may appear. Information contained herein is subject
to change without notice.

LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

For the latest and current terms of the Limited Product Warranty, please visit

www.razerzone.com/warranty.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Razer shall in no event be liable for any lost profits, loss of information or data, special,
incidental, indirect, punitive or consequential or incidental damages, arising in any way
out of distribution of, sale of, resale of, use of, or inability to use the Product. In no
event shall Razer’s liability exceed the retail purchase price of the Product.

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COSTS OF PROCUREMENT

For the avoidance of doubt, in no event will Razer be liable for any costs of
procurement unless it has been advised of the possibility of such damages, and in no
case shall Razer be liable for any costs of procurement liability exceeding the retail
purchase price of the Product.

GENERAL

These terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the jurisdiction in
which the Product was purchased. If any term herein is held to be invalid or
unenforceable, then such term (in so far as it is invalid or unenforceable) shall be given
no effect and deemed to be excluded without invalidating any of the remaining terms.
Razer reserves the right to amend any term at any time without notice.

This device is manufactured under one or more of the following patents:
U.S. Pat. Nos. 8,605,063; 8,711,095; 8,367,947; 8,110,290;
P.R.C. Pat. Nos.[ 中 华 人 民 共 和 国 发 明 专 利 号 ] ZL 200580049373.7;
ZL200680054309.2; ZL200780100766.5; ZL200980103943.4;
TW Pat. Nos. I 370219; I 394661; 台灣第 I 370219 號專利; 台灣第 I 394661 號專利;
KR Pat. Nos. 10-1260377; 10-1278955.
Further patents pending in various territories [专利申请，尚未授权].

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