Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26
Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora Mechanical Keyboard User Manual
Model: CB-GK-26
Inleiding
This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora Mechanical Keyboard. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your device.

Beeld: Bo-onder view of the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora Mechanical Keyboard, showcasing its compact layout and rainbow LED backlighting.
Opstel instruksies
- Uitpak: Carefully remove the keyboard and any included accessories (such as the key puller and switch puller) from the packaging.
- Verbinding: Connect the keyboard's USB-A cable to an available USB port on your computer (PC or Laptop).
- Bestuurder installasie: The keyboard is plug-and-play and typically does not require additional driver installation for basic functionality. Your operating system (e.g., Windows 10) should automatically recognize the device.
- Aanvanklike Toets: Open a text editor or any application to verify that key presses are registered correctly.
Bedryfsinstruksies
Sleutel kenmerke
- Kompakte ontwerp: This is a TKL (Tenkeyless) mechanical keyboard with 87 keys, offering a space-saving design without a dedicated number pad.
- Outemu Red Switches: Equipped with Outemu Red mechanical switches, known for their linear and quiet operation, suitable for both typing and gaming.
- Duursame sleutelkappe: Features injection-molded double-shot keycaps for enhanced durability and resistance to wear.
- Anti-spookbeeld: Supports simultaneous operation for all keys without any key ghosting effects, ensuring every keystroke is registered accurately.
- Hoë stemkoers: Operates at a 1000 Hz polling rate for rapid response times.
- Lang lewensduur: Each key switch is rated for over 50 million operations.

Image: The compact 87-key layout of the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard, highlighting its rainbow LED backlighting.
Backlight Modes and Customization
The keyboard features rainbow LED backlighting with adjustable brightness and speed, offering 20 different backlight effects.
- Pas Helderheid aan: Gebruik Fn + ↑ (Pyltjie op) om helderheid te verhoog en Fn + ↓ (Pyltjie af) om helderheid te verlaag.
- Pas spoed aan: Gebruik Fn + ← (Left Arrow) to slow down the effect speed and Fn + → (Right Arrow) to speed up the effect.
- Verander agtergrondlig-effek: Druk Fn + INS, Fn + HOME, Fn + PGUP, Fn + DEL, Fn + END, Fn + PGDN to cycle through various preset lighting modes.
Multimedia sneltoetse
Access multimedia functions directly using the Fn key in combination with the F-keys.
- Fn+F1: My rekenaar
- Fn+F2: Soek
- Fn+F3: Sakrekenaar
- Fn+F4: Mediaspeler
- Fn+F5: Vorige Snit
- Fn+F6: Volgende Snit
- Fn+F7: Speel / Pouse
- Fn+F8: Stop
- Fn+F9: Demp
- Fn+F10: Volume af
- Fn+F11: Volume op
- Fn+F12: Sluit sleutelbord

Image: Close-up of the F-keys on the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard, illustrating the multimedia hotkey functions.
Spelmodusse
The keyboard offers 8 preset game modes for optimized lighting configurations for different game types.
- Activate Game Modes: Gebruik fn+1 deur fn+8 to activate different game-specific lighting modes.

Image: The Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard highlighting the concept of 8 distinct game modes.
Swappable Outemu Switches
The CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard features hot-swappable Outemu switches, allowing users to change switches without soldering. This feature is compatible only with Outemu switches.
- Verwyder sleuteldop: Use the included keycap puller to gently remove the desired keycap.
- Verwyder skakelaar: Use the included switch puller to carefully grip and pull out the Outemu mechanical switch.
- Voeg nuwe skakelaar in: Align the pins of the new Outemu switch with the holes on the PCB and press firmly until it clicks into place. Ensure pins are not bent.
- Vervang sleuteldop: Plaas die sleuteldop terug op die nuwe skakelaar.

Image: Diagram illustrating the four steps to swap an Outemu mechanical switch on the Cosmic Byte CB-GK-26 Pandora keyboard, including the key puller and switch puller.
Spesiale funksie sleutels
- N-Sleutel-Oordrag (NKRO): The keyboard supports full N-key rollover. To toggle NKRO on/off, press Fn + ScrLk. This ensures all simultaneous key presses are registered.
- Windows-sleutelslot: To prevent accidental presses of the Windows key during gaming or other activities, press Fn + Wen om die Windows-sleutel te sluit of te ontsluit.
- Full Keyboard Lock: To temporarily disable all key inputs, for example, during cleaning, press Fn + F12. Druk Fn + F12 again to unlock.
Onderhoud
- Skoonmaak: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface of the keyboard. For deeper cleaning, you can remove keycaps using the provided keycap puller and clean underneath with compressed air or a small brush. Ensure the keyboard is disconnected from the computer before cleaning.
- Vermy vloeistowwe: Do not expose the keyboard to liquids. In case of accidental spills, immediately disconnect the keyboard and allow it to dry completely before reconnecting.
- Berging: Bêre die sleutelbord op 'n koel, droë plek weg van direkte sonlig en uiterste temperature wanneer dit nie vir lang tye gebruik word nie.
Probleemoplossing
| Probleem | Moontlike oorsaak | Oplossing |
|---|---|---|
| Sleutelbord reageer nie. | Loose USB connection, faulty USB port, keyboard locked. |
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| Agterlig werk nie of is verkeerd. | Brightness set too low, incorrect mode selected, software conflict. |
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| Sleutels registreer of dubbeltik nie. | Dust/debris under keycap, faulty switch, N-key rollover issue. |
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| Windows key is not locking/unlocking. | Incorrect key combination, temporary software glitch. |
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Spesifikasies
| Kenmerk | Detail |
|---|---|
| Handelsmerk | Kosmiese Byte |
| Modelnommer | CB-GK-26 |
| Reeks | Pandora |
| Kleur | Swart |
| Tipe sleutelbord | Mechanical, TKL (Tenkeyless) |
| Skakel Tipe | Outemu Red (Swappable) |
| Lewensduur van toetsaanslagen | 50 million+ operations per key |
| Sleutels | Injection Molded Double-shot |
| Anti-spookbeeld | All-key anti-ghosting (N-Key Rollover) |
| Stemmingskoers | 1000 Hz |
| Agterlig | Rainbow LED with 20 effects and 8 game modes |
| Konnektiwiteit | USB-A bedraad |
| Versoenbare bedryfstelsel | Windows 10 (and generally compatible with other Windows versions, macOS, Linux) |
| Produk afmetings | 10 x 10 x 10 cm (approximate, as per provided data) |
| Item gewig | 565 g |
| Ingesluit komponente | Keyboard x 1, User Manual x 1, Key Puller, Switch Puller |
Waarborg en Ondersteuning
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Cosmic Byte website or contact their customer service. The manufacturer can be reached at 1800 31300 7700.
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