Razer Chroma Addressable RGB Controller Use and care manual

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RAZER CHROMA ADDRESSABLE
RGB CONTROLLER
MASTER GUIDE

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Realize your ultimate RGB vision with the Razer Chroma Addressable RGB
Controller, as you sync your ARGB components with your Razer Chroma
peripherals and devices via Razer Synapse 3—software designed for the
world’s largest lighting ecosystem for gaming devices.

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CONTENTS
1. WHAT’S INSIDE / WHAT’S NEEDED........................................................................................................3
2. LET’S GET YOU COVERED .......................................................................................................................5
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................6
4. SETTING UP THE ARGB CONTROLLER ....................................................................................................7
5. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER CHROMA ARGB CONTROLLER................................................................10
6. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................22
7. LEGALESE..............................................................................................................................................23

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1. WHAT’S INSIDE / WHAT’S NEEDED
WHAT’S INSIDE
▪Razer Chroma Addressable RGB Controller
A. Power port
B. Micro-USB port
C. 3-pin 5V ports (4-6)
D. 3-pin 5V ports (1-3)
▪Molex to DC Cable

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▪Micro-USB to USB 2.0 9-pin header cable
▪2 x Double-sided adhesive tapes
▪Important Product Information Guide
WHAT’S NEEDED
Product requirements
▪Addressable RGB (ARGB) strips / devices* using WS2812B LEDs (or equivalent)
▪Power Supply Unit (PSU) with a free Molex socket
▪Motherboard with a free USB 2.0 9-pin header
Razer Synapse requirements
▪Windows® 10 64-bit (or higher)
▪Internet connection for software installation
*For more information, visit support.razer.com

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2. LET’S GET YOU COVERED
You’ve got a great device in your hands, complete with a 1-year limited warranty coverage. Now
maximize its potential and score exclusive Razer benefits by registering at razerid.razer.com
Got a question? Ask the Razer Support Team at support.razer.com
Your product’s serial
number can be found
here.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
▪Razer Chroma Addressable RGB Controller Module
▪6 Addressable RGB (ARGB) headers
▪Internal USB header to Micro-USB cable for Razer Chroma support
▪Molex to DC power adapter for internal case lighting
▪Double sided adhesive tape for mounting
▪Razer Chroma compatible
▪Razer Synapse enabled

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4. SETTING UP THE ARGB CONTROLLER
Before plugging an ARGB connector to any of the 3-pin 5V ports of the ARGB controller, make
sure that its pins are properly aligned to the chosen port.
1. Plug your ARGB LED strips* or devices* to any of the 3-pin 5V ports of the ARGB controller.
2. Connect the ARGB controller to the Molex socket of your PC’s power supply unit using the
Molex to DC cable.
Warning: Please turn off your PC before proceeding to avoid electric shocks. For safety
purposes, please wear an anti-static wrist strap (not included) to avoid damaging the
internal components of your PC.
*Not included.

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3. Connect the ARGB controller to the internal USB header on the motherboard using the
included Micro-USB to USB pin header cable.
4. You may use the included double-sided adhesive tapes to fasten the ARGB controller on any
clean, dry and flat surface inside the chassis.
Molex to DC cable
Micro-USB to USB pin header cable

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The ARGB controller also comes with mounting points at the bottom which allows you to
mount it into any of your PC’s empty SSD mounting plates using M3 screws (not included).
5. Use the Razer Synapse* app to access in-depth lighting customization options and integrate
games and applications across your ARGB and Razer Chroma-enabled devices for a truly
immersive experience. Find out more at razer.com/chroma
*Install Razer Synapse when prompted or download the installer from razer.com/synapse