Razer Tartarus V2 Use and care manual

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RAZER TARTARUS V2
MASTER GUIDE

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from cast spells to activate skills in aflash. With the Razer Tartarus V2,
you can bind commands and skills and activate them instantaneously all
in the palm of your hand.
The Razer Tartarus V2provides endless commandsatyourfingertips with
32 fully programmable mecha-membrane keys, including an 8-way
directional D-pad and 3-way scroll wheel.
The keypad alsofeaturesindividually programmable backlitkeys with16.8
million color options, all easily set through Razer Synapse. And with its
improved ergonomic form factor and adjustable palm rest with two
positions, you get the exact angle of comfortyou need.

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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 TARTARUS V2........................................................7
6. USING YOUR RAZER TARTARUSV2.................................................................................................................8
7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER TARTARUS V2 VIA RAZER SYNAPSE 3....................................................10
8. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................................29
9. LEGALESE...............................................................................................................................................................31

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1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEMREQUIREMENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
▪Razer Tartarus V2 gaming keypad
▪Important Product Information Guide
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
▪PC with a free USB port
▪Windows® 7 (or higher)
▪Internet connection
▪500 MB of free hard disk space

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
▪-Membrane Technology
▪Mid height keycaps
▪Razer ChromaTM backlighting with 16.8 million customizable color options
▪32 fully programmable keys
▪Programmable 8-way directional thumbpad & scroll wheel
▪Full anti-ghosting
▪Unlimited macro lengths
▪Unlimited game profiles
▪Ergonomic form factor with adjustable palm rest
▪Razer Synapse enabled
▪1000Hz Ultrapolling
▪Braided fiber cable
APPROXIMATE SIZE & WEIGHT
▪Length: 150mm / 5.90 in
▪Height: 203 mm / 7.99 in
▪Depth: 59.6 mm / 2.34 in
▪Weight: 340 g / 0.749 lbs

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4. DEVICE LAYOUT
A. 19 backlit keys
B. Adjustable palm rest
C. Scroll wheel
D. Thumb module
E. Spacebar actuator
F. 8-way directional thumb pad
G. Hyperesponse thumb key
H. Keymap indicator
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5. INSTALLING RAZER SYNAPSE 3 FOR YOUR RAZER TARTARUS V2
Step 1: Connect your Razer device to the USB port of your computer.
Step 2: Install Razer Synapse 3 when prompted* or download the installer from
razerzone.com/synapse3.
Step 3: Register for a Razer ID or log in with an existing account.
*Applicable for Windows 8 or later.

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6. USING YOUR RAZER TARTARUS V2
DEFAULT KEYPAD MAPPING
By default, the keys and the thumb module of your Razer Tartarus V2 have the following key
assignments below.
Backlit keys
Thumb Module

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ADJUSTING THE PALM REST
You can remove the palm rest andadjust it accordingly to improveyour overall gaming comfort. To
do this, firmly hold your Razer keypad, then lift and reattach the palm rest to your preferred
position using your other hand.
CUSTOMIZING THE 8-WAY DIRECTIONAL THUMB PAD
You can customizethe 8-way directional thumbpad if you prefer using directional buttons instead
of the thumb stick. To do this, simply remove the thumb stick from the thumb pad.

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7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER TARTARUS V2 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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KEYPAD
The Keypad tab is the main tab for your Razer Tartarus V2. From here, you can change various
settings such as each keymap s preferred key assignments .
Changes made under this tab are automatically saved to your system and cloud storage.
Customize
The Customize subtab is for modifying the key assignments for each keymap you have on your
device.
Profile
Miscellaneous button ( ).
Keymap
Keymaps are especially useful for games which require different play-styles for various character
classes. With keymaps, you can have up to 8 sets of key assignments per profile.
Each keymap has an equivalent color on the Keymap Indicator to make it easier to check which
keymap you are currently using. To add, rename, duplicate, or delete a keymap, simply press the
).

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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.
Toggle Console View
Toggle Console View opens or hides the sidebar ( ) including other keypadcontrols which you
can wheel functions and directional thumb pad.

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Sidebar
Clicking the Sidebar button ( ) will reveal all current key assignments for your Razer Tartarus V2.
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.
Joystick
This option enables you to change the functionality of any key into a joystick button oran analog
stick direction.
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 substitutes the current key assignment into a mouse function. Listed below are the
functions which you can choose from:
▪Left Click - Performs a left mouse click using theassigned 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 -
▪Mouse Button 5 -
▪Scroll Up - button.
▪Scroll Down -
▪Scroll Left -
▪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.

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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.
Click here to learn more about Macros
Switch Keymap
Switch Keymap allows you to easily swap key assignments with a press of a key. The LED on the
thumb module will automatically change color to correspond with the selected keymap.
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 basic and advanced lighting effects. 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 anapp or a website using the assigned key. When you select
Launch Program, two choiceswill appear which requires you tosearch for a specific appyou 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.

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▪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.
Windows 8 Charms
This option enables you to assign your preferred key into a Windows 8 shortcut command. Listed
below arethe Windows 8 charm shortcuts you can choosefrom:
▪Snap App to Left Maximizes an active window to the left side of the screen.
▪Snap App to Right Maximizes an active window to the right of the screen.
▪Snap App to Up Restores or maximizes an active window.
▪Snap App to Down Restores or minimizes an active window.
▪Take Screenshot and Save to Pictures Captures a screenshot which is then saved directly
to the Pictures folder of your PC.
▪App Bar* - Opens the Windows 8 app bar.
▪Search Charm Opens the Search Charm pane* or the Windows Search bar.
▪Share Charm* Opens the Share Charm pane.
▪Start [ Toggle between Desktop and Metro ] - Switches between Desktop mode and Metro
interface* or opens the Start menu.
▪Device Charm Opens the Devices Charm pane* or the Connect Quick action pane.
▪Settings Charm Opens the Setting Charm pane* or Windows Settings.
*Applicable for Windows 8 only.
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

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Text Function
Text Function enables you to type a prewritten text with atouch 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 canalso 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.
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.

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Lighting
Brightness
the luminance using the slider.
Switch OffLighting
s Tartarus V2 has
beenidle for aset amount of time.
Quick Effects
A number of quick effects can be selected and applied to your lighting, as listed here:
Note: Only devices that support the selected lighting effect will synchronize. The keymap
indicator is not customizable.
Name
Description
How to set up
Breathing
The keypad lighting fades in and out
of the selected color(s)
Select up to 2 colors or randomize
colors

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Fire
The keypad will light up in warm
colors to mimic the motion of
flames
No further customization required
Reactive
The pressed scroll wheel orkey will
light up and fade off after a
specified period of time
Select a color and a duration
Ripple
The lighting will ripple away from
the pressed scroll wheel or key
Select a color
Spectrum
cycling
The keypad lighting will cycle
between 16.8 million colors
indefinitely
No further customization required
Starlight
Each LED will havea chance of
fading in and out at a random time
and duration
Select up to 2 colors or randomize
colors and select a duration
Static
The keypad will remain lit in the
selectedcolor
Select a color
Wave
The lighting will scroll in the
direction selected
Select either left-to-right or right-
to-left wave direction
If you haveother supportedRazer Chroma-enabled devices, you can synchronizetheir quick
effects with your Razer device by clicking the Chroma Sync button ( ).
Advanced Effects
The Advanced Effects option allows you to choose a Chroma Effect you want to use on your Razer
Chroma-enabledperipheral. To start making your own Chroma Effect, simply press the Chroma
Studio button ( ). Click here to learn more about the Chroma Studio

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PROFILES TAB
The Profiles tab is a convenient way of managing all your profiles and linking them to your games
and applications.
Devices
View which Razer device is using a specific profile using the Devices subtab. To create a new profile
within the selected device,simply click the add button ( ). To rename, duplicate, or delete a
profile, simply press the Miscellaneous button ( ). Each profile can be set to automatically
activate when you run an application using the Link Games option.