Kinesis Gaming Vektor PD9VEK User manual
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User Manual
KinesisGaming.com
Model Number: PD9VEK
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Kinesis Gaming™ Vektor RGB Gaming Mouse
Models covered by this manual: PD9VEK
March 19, 2018 Edition
This manual covers features included through firmware version 1.0.0. If you have an earlier version of
firmware, not all features described in this manual may be supported. To download the latest firmware
and to access all support resources visit www.KinesisGaming.com/Vektor-Support.
To shop for accessories visit KinesisGaming.com/Store:
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© 2018 by Kinesis Corporation, all rights reserved. Kinesis is a registered trademark of Kinesis Corporation.
Vektor is a trademark 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.
Kinesis Corporation
22030 20th Avenue SE, Suite 102
Bothell, Washington 98021 USA
www.KinesisGaming.com
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 Health & Safety…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
1.1 Warning……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
1.2 Mouse is not a medical treatment………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
1.3 No warranty of injury prevention or care……………………………………………………………………………….. 4
2.0 Vektor Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
2.1 Package Contents…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
2.2 System Requirements…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
2.3 Features…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
2.4 Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
3.0 Getting Started……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 4
3.1 Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
4.0 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
4.1 Buttons………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
4.2 DPI / Sensitivity…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
4.3 Lighting………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
5.0 Configurator App………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
5.1 Installation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
5.2 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
5.3 Lighting Customization……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
5.4 Buttons Customization……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
5.5 Settings Customization……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
6.0 Technical Support, Repairs, and Returns…………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
6.1 Technical Support………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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6.2 Repairs………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
6.3 Return/Repair Packaging & Shipping…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
7.0 Warranty & Limitation of Liability………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
7.1 Disclaimer of Other Warranes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
7.2 Limitaon of Liability…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
6.2 Returns…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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1.0 Health and Safety
1.1 Warning
Continuous use of any mouse 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 computer usage every day.
Follow established guidelines for computer and workstation setup.
Maintain a relaxed mousing posture and use a light grip to hold the mouse.
1.2 Mouse is not a medical treatment
This mouse 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.
1.3 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.
2.0 Vektor Overview
2.1 Package Contents
Vektor RGB Gaming Mouse and Quick Start Guide.
2.2 System Requirements
Windows® 7 / 8 / 10
Mac OS X 10.8+ (Basic features only unless custom programming is done on a Windows machine using
the Configurator App)
PC with an available full-size USB Port
Optional: Internet Connection to download the Configurator App for Windows and ~120MB of hard disk
space on your computer to install it. KinesisGaming.com/vektor-support
2.3 Features
Lightweight, ergonomic design, dual-zone RGB lighting (16.8M colors), 6 programmable buttons, soft rubber
side grips, advanced optical sensor (50-5,000 DPI), genuine Omron switches (L/R), and much more.
2.4 Warranty
The Vektor is backed by Kinesis Gaming’s two year limited warranty: KinesisGaming.com/support/warranty.
3.0 Getting Started
3.1 Installation
Plug the Vektor into any available full-size USB port on your computer. If you wish to customize the Lighting,
Buttons, or Settings of the mouse download and install the Configurator App for Windows from
www.KinesisGaming.com/Vektor-Support.
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4.0 Overview
4.1 Buttons
The Vektor features 6 buttons which perform the actions described below. Custom button actions
can be assigned using the Configurator App.
4.2 DPI / Sensitivity
The sensitivity of the Vektor can be adjusted from 500 DPI (dots-per-inch) up to 5,000 DPI using the
DPI button. The higher the DPI, the further the cursor will move in response to mouse movements.
There are 5 pre-configured DPI levels to select from. The color of the Kinesis Gaming Logo and
Scroll Wheel indicate which DPI level is active. The DPI colors, levels, and number of levels can all
be customized using the Configurator App. Experiment with the DPI levels to determine which level
works best for your style of play.
4.3 Lighting
The Vektor features Dual-Zone RGB 16.8m color lighting. Zone 1 is the Kinesis Gaming Logo and
Scroll Wheel. By default, the color corresponds to the active DPI setting as described above. Zone 2
is the Light Strip. The Light Strip defaults to the RGB Loop mode but it can be customized using the
convenient onboard shortcuts below. For full Lighting customization use the Configurator App.
Light Strip Onboard Shortcuts
1. Left Mouse Button
2. Right Mouse Button
3. Scroll Wheel & Middle Mouse Button
4. Button 4 (Forward)
5. Button 5 (Back)
6. DPI Button
Reset Button: There is a 7th button on the underside of the mouse. Press and
hold this small button for 3 seconds to Reset the mouse to its factory settings.
PurpleBlueGreenOrangeRed
500 1,000 (default) 2,000 3,500 5,000
PropertyShortcutDescripon
Mode LeBuon + Middle Buon + Buon 4 RGB Loop > Single Color > Breathe > RGB Cycle > RGB Spectrum > Off
Color Right Buon + Buon 5 White > Red > Green > Blue > Yellow > Cyan > Pink
Speed Right Buon + Buon 4 Super Slow > Slow > Medium > Fast > Super Fast
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5.0 Configurator App
5.1 Installation
Visit KinesisGaming.com/vektor-support to download the latest version of the Configurator App
for Windows. Once you have downloaded the App, double-click the “Installer” and follow the prompts
to install the App on your Windows PC. The installer should automatically create a desktop shortcut
called “Vektor Mouse” with the Kinesis Gaming logo for your convenience. Double-click the icon to
launch the App.
5.2 Overview
The Configurator App can be used to create and save up to 5 unique profiles with custom Lighting,
Buttons/Actions, Settings. Use the menu bar at the top of the screen to load a profile to the mouse
and to edit it. All profiles are saved automatically to your computer and the active profile is saved
onboard the mouse. Use the Reset drop-down menu in the lower-left corner to restore defaults.
5.3 Lighting Customization
The Logo & Scroll Wheel (Zone 1) and the Light Strip (Zone 2) can be independently customized
and there are a number of options that are not available through the onboard shortcuts. Note: The
mouse images in the App are static and do not update.
Zone 2 - Light Strip
Chose from three RGB Effects or two Single
Color modes. When the Single Color modes are
active, users can choose one of the 16 colors from
from the Vektor’s standard palette, or use the color
mixer to create a custom color.
The Speed and Brightness can be customized in
certain modes.
The Light Strip can be synced with the Logo &
Scroll Wheel, or disabled using the check boxes.
Zone 1 - Logo & Scroll Wheel
Chose from two RGB Effects or from two DPI
Modes. The DPI Modes display the color
corresponding to the active DPI Level. Note: The DPI
Levels and Colors can be customized in the Settings
Tab.
The Speed and Brightness can be customized in
certain modes.
The Logo & Scroll Wheel lighting can be disabled
using the check box.
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5.4 Buttons Customization
All 6 of the Vektor’s buttons can be re-programmed to perform a variety of actions including mouse
clicks, DPI adjustment, multimedia actions, macros, and much more.
To reprogram a button, first select from the “Menu of Actions” on the right side of the screen by
clicking the desired “Category”, and then “Action”. Once the target action has been selected, use the
image at left to select the desired button to assign the action to. If you wish to de-select the action,
use the Escape key or right-click.
1. Mouse Actions: Includes the standard mouse
buttons and the option to deactivate/disable a button.
2. Keyboard Actions: Includes a number of pre-
programmed hotkey combinations, and offers the
ability to record your own hotkey combination.
3. Rapid Fire Action: Offers the ability to quickly
configure a repeating mouse click or keyboard action
at a precise interval. (see below for instructions)
4. Multimedia: Includes standard multimedia actions.
5. DPI Controls: In addition to the default DPI button
which cycles through DPI levels, you can assign commands like DPI+ and DPI- which will move
through your custom DPI levels in the desired order so you can make up/down adjustments .
6. Report Rate: Adjust the polling rate of the mouse on-the-fly.
7. Macros: Use this button to record and edit custom text macros. (see below for instructions)
Recording Text Macros
1. To record a macro, click “Macros” in the “Menu of Actions”
and the click the “Create/Edit Macro button”.
2. Click “New” and renamed the macro by double-clicking on the
macro name (e.g., “New Macro 1”).
3. Select the appropriate delay for your macro. “Ignore Delay”
will play each keystroke without interruption, regardless of timing
during recording. “Record Delay” will record the not only the
keystrokes but also the delays between the keystrokes for
playback. “Fixed Delay” allows you to set a specific delay
between each keystroke for custom playback performance.
4. Click the blue “Record” button to begin recording.
5. To stop recording, click the red “Recording” button and then
click “Apply” to close the window.
Your recorded macro will now appear under “Saved Macros”. Click the name
of the macro to select it, and then choose the target mouse button using the
image at left. Once a macro has been saved to one profile, it can be loaded
to any Profile.
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Programming a Rapid Fire Action
The Rapid Fire Action is a powerful tool that allows you to program the Vektor to generate a
designated mouse click or keyboard action to repeat a specific number of times and frequency.
1. To create a Rapid Fire Action, first select the repeat
frequency (1 to 255).
2. Then select the delay between each actions (1 to 255
milliseconds).
3. Once those parameters have been selected, designate
one of the three mouse-clicks as your Rapid Fire Action, or
select the “Key” box and then type the keyboard action you
wish to assign. Then assign the Rapid Fire Action to the
desired mouse button using the image at left.
6.5 Settings Customization
From the Settings sub-menu, you can customize the preset DPI levels, including their assigned
colors, as well as adjust mouse properties such as Report Rate, Acceleration and Scroll Speed.
DPI Level Customization
To adjust the color of a DPI level, simply click on the
color swatch to bring up
the color picker menu.
To adjust the DPI value for a given level, click the box
and enter in any value between 50 and 5000.
The Vektor has 5 DPI presets, but if you don’t need 5
different levels we recommend disable any levels you don’t
need by using the toggle switch.
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6.0 Technical Support, Repairs, and Returns
6.1 Support
Kinesis offers free, lifetime technical support from trained agents Monday through Friday (excluding
US Holidays) between the hours of 8:30-11:30am and 12:30-4:30pm (Pacific). Visit
KinesisGaming.com/Support to submit a request for technical support, and for product-specific
FAQs, troubleshooting tips and how-to videos.
6.2 Returns
For any repair, regardless of warranty coverage, you must first contact Kinesis Technical Support to
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (“RMA”).
6.3 Repairs
This product must be repaired by authorized personnel only. Unauthorized repairs may seriously
jeopardize the safety of the user (such as from fire danger) and may invalidate your warranty.
6.4 Return/Repair Packaging and Shipping
To ship a product back to Kinesis please use its original packaging or other suitable packaging that
protects the device against impact and shock. You should insure the package with your carrier as
Kinesis is not responsible for items until they are received at the Kinesis repair center. Packages
sent to Kinesis without an RMA number marked on the outside of the box may be refused.
7.0 Warranty & Limitation of Liability
Visit KinesisGaming.com/Warranty for the current terms of the Kinesis Limited Warranty. Kinesis
does not require any product registration to obtain warranty benefits. Proof of purchase is required
for warranty repairs.
7.1 Disclaimer of Other Warranties
The warranty and remedies described in the Kinesis Limited Warranty referenced above are
exclusive and in lieu of all others, whether oral or written, express or implied. Kinesis specifically
disclaims any and all implied warranties, including, without limitation, warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. No Kinesis dealer, agent, reseller, or employee is authorized to
make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. Kinesis does not warrant that the
product will meet your requirements, or that operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error-
free, or that all errors will be corrected.
7.2 Limitation of Liability
Kinesis is not responsible for special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any
breach of warranty, or under other legal theory, including but not limited to lost profits, downtime,
goodwill, damage to or replacement of equipment and/or property nor any costs of recovering,
reprogramming, or reproducing any program or data stored in or used with Kinesis products
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