Razer Blackwidow Elite User Manual

RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE

ONLINE MASTER GUIDE

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The Razer BlackWidow Elite is a gaming keyboard designed for prime performance and a durable 80 million keystroke lifespan. A multi-function digital dial provides media controls, and the USB 2.0 and audio pass through allows easy cable management. Play for long hours comfortably with the ergonomic wrist rest, and you can even customize key lighting, bindings, and macros. Save up to 5 configurations for use anywhere with a hybrid on-board memory and cloud storage.

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CONTENTS

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

2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT ............................................................................................................ 4

3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................. 5

4. DEVICE LAYOUT ......................................................................................................................................................... 6

5. INSTALLING RAZER SYNAPSE 3 FOR YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE ............................................. 7

6. USING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE ........................................................................................................ 8

7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE VIA RAZER SYNAPSE 3 ........................................ 11

8. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................... 33

9. LEGALESE ................................................................................................................................................................. 35

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1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

▪ Razer BlackWidow Elite gaming keyboard ▪ Ergonomic wrist rest ▪ Important Product Information Guide

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS

▪ PC with a free USB port ▪ For audio and USB pass through (optional):

o 3.5 mm combo port o Extra USB port

RAZER SYNAPSE 3 REQUIREMENTS

▪ Windows® 7 64-bit (or higher) ▪ Internet connection ▪ 500 MB of free hard disk space

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2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT

REGISTRATION

razerid.razer.com to get a wide range of

Razer benefits.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

▪ 2 years limited keyboard ▪ ▪ Free online technical support at support.razer.com

number can be found here.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

▪ ▪ 80 million keystroke lifespan ▪ ▪ Ergonomic wrist rest ▪ Multi-function digital dial ▪ Dedicated media controls ▪ USB 2.0 and audio pass through ▪ Hybrid on-board memory and cloud storage (up to 5 profiles) ▪ Razer Synapse 3 enabled ▪ Cable routing ▪ 10 key roll-over anti-ghosting ▪ Fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording ▪ Gaming mode option ▪ 1000 Hz Ultrapolling ▪ Military grade metal top construction ▪ Instant Trigger Technology

APPROXIMATE SIZE & WEIGHT

Without wrist rest

▪ Length: 448 mm / 17.6 in ▪ Width: 164 mm / 6.5 in ▪ Height: 42.3 mm / 1.67 in ▪ Weight: 1422.3 g / 3.14 lbs

With wrist rest

▪ Length: 448 mm / 17.6 in ▪ Width: 232.5 mm / 9.15 in ▪ Height: 42.3 mm / 1.67 in ▪ Weight: 1673.7 g / 3.69 lbs

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4. DEVICE LAYOUT

A. On-The-Fly macro record key B. Gaming mode key C. Backlight control keys D. Sleep mode key E. Media control buttons F. Multi-function digital dial G. LED indicators H. Ergonomic wrist rest I. USB pass through port J. 3.5 mm combo pass through port

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5. INSTALLING RAZER SYNAPSE 3 FOR YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE

Step 1: Make sure your Razer device is connected to the USB ports of your computer. Step 2: Install Razer Synapse 3 when prompted* or download the installer from

razer.com/synapse.

Step 3: Register for a Razer ID or log in with an existing account.

Connect the optional USB and audio cables to make use of the USB and 3.5mm combo pass through ports found on the keyboard.

*Applicable for Windows 8 or later.

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6. USING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE

When the "fn" key is held down, all function keys with secondary functions including other keys which you can combine with the "fn" key will light up. fn function keys will activate their secondary features on your PC.

Function Keys

Features Description

The backlight control keys allow you to decrease ( ) or increase (

LEDs.

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

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ON-THE-FLY MACRO RECORDING (PC)

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 key combination to stop the recording or the ESC key to cancel recording. The Macro Recording Indicator will start blinking 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 (PC)

The Gaming Mode disables the Windows Key function to avoid accidental usage. Furthermore, you can maximize the effect of Anti-Ghosting by activating the Gaming Mode function. You can also choose to disable the Alt + Tab and Alt + F4 functions by changing the Gaming Mode settings in Razer Synapse 3. An indicator will light up when Gaming Mode is active.

MEDIA CONTROL BUTTONS

Use the media control buttons to play/pause ( ) a track or skip tracks backward ( ) and forward ( ).

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MULTI-FUNCTION DIGITAL DIAL

By default, you may rotate the Multi-function digital dial to increase/decrease the audio output volume or press the dial to mute/unmute the audio output. The dial will light up in red when the audio output is muted.

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7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER BLACKWIDOW ELITE VIA RAZER SYNAPSE 3

Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log into Razer Synapse 3. These features are also subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System.

SYNAPSE TAB

The Synapse tab is your default tab when you first launch Razer Synapse 3.

Dashboard

The Dashboard subtab is an overview of your Razer Synapse 3 where you can access all your Razer devices, modules, and online services.

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