Operating Manual for i8 Mini Keyboard
Overview
The wireless i8 Mini Keyboard Backlight has radically changed the traditional simple design and completely replaced the mouse and keyboard.
Thank you for purchasing the QWERTY wireless mini keyboard and Touchpad combo i8 Mini Keyboard. You can use it for email, chat, text input, and gaming. The device is compatible with PC, laptop, Raspberry Pi 2, MacOS, Linux, HTPC, IPTV, Google Android Smart TV Box, XBMC, Windows 2000 XP Vista 7 8 10. Use it with an Android set-top box or Smart TV from your sofa, or browse the Internet with maximum comfort.
Package Contents
Combo Mini Keyboard Backlight with touchpad
Wireless USB receiver
User manual
USB charging cable
System Requirements
HID-compatible device
Terminal with USB port
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Vista, Windows CE, Windows 7, Windows 8
Linux (Debian-3.1, Redhat-9.0, Ubuntu-8.10, Fedora-7.0 tested)
Android OS (with standard USB interface)
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Please note:
1. The i8 Mini Keyboard can work with Amazon Fire TV as follows: use an application called
app2fire on Android. You can install any application on Fire TV. For testing, launch any application such as
Google Chrome; the device will function as a mouse and keyboard.
Please note that the i8 Mini Keyboard only works with sideloaded applications. For example, Google Chrome, Firefox, and KODI are considered native applications on Fire TV.
2. The i8 Mini Keyboard is suitable for all Smart TVs. Some Smart TVs do not support external input devices. Use a wired keyboard to verify compatibility with your TV.
Specifications
Multifunctional keyboard. Size: 146.8 * 97.5 * 19 mm Weight: 110 g
Wireless receiver. Size: 14 * 18 * 6 mm Weight: 2 g
Parameters
Receiver (dongle): Nano style
Connection port: USB 2.0 or higher
RF mode: 2.4 GHz GFSK
Transmission distance: up to 10 meters
Transmission power: Less than +4 dB
Power supply: rechargeable polymer lithium-ion battery
Charging voltage: 4.4V5.25V
Charging current: 300 mA
Sleep mode current class 1: 86 uA
Operating voltage: 3.7 V
Operating current: 60 mA; with LED backlight: 100 mA
Connection
On the back of the remote control, open the cover and remove the USB receiver
Insert the USB receiver into an available USB port of your device (Android TV Box, Smart TV, smartphone, tablet, PC)
Turn on the keyboard using the switch. The keyboard will be detected and installed automatically. No further action is required the keyboard is ready for use!
(!) NOTE: When the battery level is low, the low voltage indicator will blink to warn the user. The device will automatically power off if the battery is depleted.
(!) NOTE: If the blue LED does not light up while the orange LED continues blinking, it means that the keyboard must be paired with your device manually. To pair the device, please try the following steps:
Step 1: Keep the computer powered on and ensure that the keyboard is charged.
Step 2: Press and hold F1.
Step 3: Switch on the keyboard and immediately release F1.
Step 4: Connect the USB receiver to your PCs USB port.
Wait for one minute. The keyboard will restore automatically.
When the yellow LED stops blinking and the blue LED lights up, this indicates that the pairing procedure has been successfully completed.
LED Indicators
The universal Mini Keyboard i8 has three LEDs (orange, blue, and red) to indicate different states.
Red: indicates charging status. When charging begins, it turns on. Once the battery is fully charged, the red LED will turn off automatically.
Blue: indicates pairing status. When it is on, the keyboard is successfully paired with your device. When no connection is present, the blue light will blink. If it is off, it means the keyboard is not paired.
To restore pairing, follow the four steps described in the previous section of the manual.
Orange: the synchronization LED will blink when any button or the touchpad is pressed. If it does not blink, there may be an issue with the keyboard or compatibility.
If no connection is established for 30 seconds, the device enters sleep mode, and all LED indicators and backlight are turned off.
Radio Signal Interference
Android TV Boxes, Smart TVs, and large monitors always emit some interference. This interference can affect the normal functioning of the wireless keyboard. Keys may not respond or respond incorrectly. For example, when you press a, it may display aaaaaaa....
In this case, you can use a USB extension cable to place the receiver in a better location. Please connect the extension cable to the Smart TV and attach the USB receiver to the cable, then perform pairing and use the wireless keyboard.
Hotkeys
FN+RF: Search and connect the keyboard and USB receiver (radio module)
FN+F7: Screenshot
FN+F8: Enable/disable touchpad
FN+F9: F11
FN+F10: F12
FN+Back: Delete
FN+PgUp: Home
Using Air Mouse
When powered on, the cursor will follow your gestures to perform corresponding actions such as moving, clicking, dragging, etc.
(!) NOTE: The cursor may move automatically if the device changes temperature, falls, or is subjected to impact.
To disable the touchpad, use the FN+F8 key combination.
.The following steps are required to calibrate the cursor:
- Turn on the device
- Place the device horizontally on the table
- Press FN + Left mouse button and release
- The device will reboot. The backlight and blue LED will turn on within 3 seconds. After that, calibration is complete.
Touchpad
Use your finger to scroll on the touchpad to move the cursor, drag items, etc.
Switching Off the Keyboard After Use
After use, please switch off the device move the switch to the OFF position. To avoid losing it, place the USB receiver back into the slot on the back of the keyboard.
Automatic Sleep Timer and Wake-Up Function
The keyboard supports automatic sleep and wake-up functions. If unused for about 3 minutes, the keyboard enters standby mode. In sleep mode, all LED indicators are off. Pressing any key (except FN, Ctrl, Space, WIN) will reactivate the keyboard.
Battery Charging
The device has a lithium rechargeable battery. Only approved cables and adapters may be used for charging.
Please note: when the battery level is low, the keyboard issues a low power warning. The LED indicator will flash rapidly, and the keyboard may function incorrectly. You must recharge the battery. During charging, the red LED will remain on; when charging is complete, the red LED will turn off.
Multi-Finger Gestures on the Touchpad (only for versions i8+ A/B)
This touchpad supports multi-touch functions.
(1) Single-finger tap left mouse button
(2) Two-finger tap right mouse button
(3) Two-finger swipe up and down screen scroll, similar to mouse wheel
(4) One-finger swipe drag items
Turn On/Off LED Backlight (only for versions i8+ A/B)
Two modes: software control and manual control.
When the wireless connection is established, the key backlight will automatically turn on for 3 seconds and then turn off to save battery power and extend standby time. You can enable the backlight for convenient operation in the dark.
If the backlight is enabled, the LED will remain on for one minute. After one minute of inactivity, the backlight LED will switch off. The backlight LED will turn on again when you press any key. Turning the backlight on/off is controlled by the backlight control key.
Audio Function (only for versions i8+ A)
This device provides an audio configuration function. The unit is equipped with a microphone. In some systems, the audio function requires manual configuration.
Maintenance
Do not attempt to disassemble the device or replace the battery. This will void the warranty.
The battery discharges during long-term storage without use.
Use the specified charger. Disconnect the device once the battery is fully charged. Overcharging reduces battery lifespan.
Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures… Extreme temperatures will reduce battery lifespan.
Clean the device only with a damp cloth and mild soap; solvents and other cleaning agents may damage the device.
In the upper left corner are located the media control keys and backlight control key, and below them are 3 LEDs:
- The first LED indicates that the keyboard is turned on and lights up blue.
- The second LED indicates battery charging, it lights up red while charging.
- The third LED lights up orange each time a key is pressed.
If no keys are pressed, the keyboard enters sleep mode after 15 seconds. It wakes up by pressing any key or tapping the touchpad.
The Touchpad Recognizes 4 Modes
1. Cursor control (1 finger).
2. Tap (1 finger).
3. Scroll up/down (2 fingers).
4. Tap with three fingers acts as the right mouse button (opens context menu).
On the right side arrow keys and the OK button.
The arrow keys function as scroll up/down, ALT + left arrow step back in Explorer
ALT + right arrow step forward in Explorer.
Notes
As a result of radio data transmission technology at 2.4 GHz being used by many household appliances, connections may be affected by interference from obstacles such as walls, metal objects, or other electronic devices. Maintain proper spacing between the keyboard and the USB receiver, free from obstacles.
In accordance with the policy of continuous development, the manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the device specifications without prior notice. Illustrations in the User Manual are provided for reference only. Please follow the actual device design.
Some Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows
CTRL + C copies the selected object to the Windows clipboard
CTRL + V pastes the contents of the Windows clipboard into the current position (for example, where the cursor is) of the program you are working with
CTRL + X cuts the selected object and places it in the Windows clipboard
PrtScr creates and saves a graphic copy of the screen to the Windows clipboard
Alt + PrtScr copies only the active window
CTRL + Z undo the previous operation
CTRL + N creates a new document
Win opens the Start menu
Win + D minimizes all active windows
CTRL + Shift + Left; CTRL + Shift + Right selects text by words
CTRL + click selects multiple objects arbitrarily
Alt + Space opens the system menu of the window
ALT + F4 closes the window or exits the program
CTRL + F4 closes the current window in the program
SHIFT + DELETE deletes the selected file without moving it to the recycle bin
F1 opens Help
F2 renames the selected file
F3 opens the file search window
F5 refreshes
BACKSPACE moves up one directory level
CTRL + SHIFT + ESC opens Task Manager (can also be called by pressing CTRL + ALT + DELETE and selecting it from the list)
ALT + Left Arrow step back in Explorer
ALT + Right Arrow step forward in Explorer
Win + Right Arrow + Enter shuts down the computer
By holding the FN button and pressing the spacebar, you can decrease or increase cursor sensitivity (3 modes).
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