Razer Blackwidow Elite Use and care manual

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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 keystrokelifespan. A multi-function digital dial
provides media controls, and theUSB 2.0 and audio pass through allows
easy cable management. Play forlong hours comfortably with the
ergonomic wrist rest, andyou 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):
o3.5 mm combo port
oExtra 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
Register your product online at razerid.razer.com/warranty using your Razer ID to get real-time
razerid.razer.com to get a wide range of
Razer benefits.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
▪2 years limited keyboard
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▪Free online technical support at support.razer.com
number can be found here.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
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▪80 million keystroke lifespan
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▪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
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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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Modules
The Modules subtab displays all installed and available modules for installation.

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KEYBOARD
The Keyboard tab is the main tab for your Razer BlackWidow Elite. From here, you can change your
device settings such as key assignments, gaming mode settings, .
Changes made under this tab are automatically saved to your system and cloud storage however,
you need to click the On-board Profiles button ( ) to open the storage slots for your Razer
-board memory then drag and drop the profiles you want to store on your device.
Customize
The Customize subtab is for modifying and gaming mode
settings.
Profile
Profile is a data storage for keeping all your Razer periphe
, import, rename, duplicate, export, or delete a
profile, simply press Miscellaneous button ( ).

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Stored Profiles
Your Razer BlackWidow Elite can store up to 5 profiles from Razer Synapse 3, which you can use
even on systems that do not have Razer Synapse 3 installed.
fn fn
down.
Active profile
Profile 1
Profile 2
Profile 3
Profile 4
Designated
color
White
Red
Green
Blue
Cyan
To assign a profile to any of the available on-board memory slots, click the On-board Profiles
button ( ) and drag the profile that you want to assign to the preferred memory slot.

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Hypershift
Hypershift mode is a secondary set of key assignments that is activated when the Hypershift key is
held down. By default, the Hypershift key is assigned to the fn key of your Razer Synapse 3
supported keyboard however, you can also assign any key as a Hypershift key.

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Sidebar
Clicking the Sidebar button ( ) will reveal all current key assignments for your Razer BlackWidow
Elite.
Alternatively, you can skip to a specific key assignment by selecting it on the Customize tab.

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Upon selecting a key assignment, you may then change it to one of the following functions:
Default
This option enables you to return the selected key to its original setting.
Keyboard Function
This option changes the key assignment into a keyboard function. You can also choose enable
Turbo mode which allows you to emulate repeatedly pressing the keyboard function while the key
is held down.
Mouse Function
This option allows you to change any key into a mouse function. Listed below are the functions
which you can choose from:
▪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 - internet browsers.
▪Mouse Button 5 -
▪Scroll Up -
▪Scroll Down -
▪Scroll Left - Perf
▪Scroll Right -
You can also choose to enable Turbo mode in some of the mouse functions which allow you to
emulate repeatedly pressing and releasing said function while the key is held down.
Macro
A Macro is a prerecorded sequence of keystrokes and button presses that is executed with precise
timing. By setting the key function to Macro, you can conveniently execute a chain of commands.
Do take note that this function will only be visible if you have installed the Macro module from the
Modules tab. Click here to learn more about Macros

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Switch Profile
Switch Profile enables you to quickly change profiles and load a new set of key assignments. An
on-screen notification will appear whenever you switch profiles.
Switch Lighting
Switch Lighting allows you to easily switch between all advanced lighting effects. Do take note that
this function will only be visible if you have installed the Chroma module from the Modules tab.
Click here to learn more about Advanced Chroma Effects
Razer Hypershift
Setting the key to Razer Hypershift will allow you to activate Hypershift mode as long as the key is
held down.
Launch Program
Launch Program enables you to open an app or a website using the assigned key. When you select
Launch Program, two choices will appear which requires you to search for a specific app you want
to open, or write the address of the website you want to visit.
Multimedia
This option allows you to assign multimedia controls to your Razer device. Listed below are the
multimedia controls you can choose from:
▪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 - Mutes both microphone and audio output.
▪Play / Pause - Play, pause, or resume playback of the current media.
▪Previous Track - Play the previous media track.
▪Next Track - Play the next media track.

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Windows Shortcuts
This option allows you to assign your preferred key into a Windows Operating System shortcut
command. For more information, please visit: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/126449
Text Function
Text Function enables you to type a prewritten text with a touch of a key. Simply write your desired
text on the given field and your text will be typed whenever the assigned key is pressed. This
function has full Unicode support and you can also insert special symbols from character maps.
Disable
This option renders the assigned key unusable. Use Disable if you do not want to use the selected
key or if it interferes with your gaming.
Gaming Mode
Gaming Mode enables you to customize which keys to disable when Gaming Mode is activated.
Depending on your settings, you may choose to disable the Windows key, Alt + Tab and Alt + F4.
An indicator will light up when the function is currently turned ON.
Keyboard Properties
Allows you to open the Windows Keyboard Properties where you can modify other keyboard
settings such as Repeat delay, Repeat Rate, and Cursor blink rate, or view all keyboard drivers
installed in your PC.