QUICK START GUIDE GETTING STARTED FN LAYER SMARTSET APP RGB LIGHTING CHANGING SWITCHES HYPERSPACE KEYS The TKO is 100% plug-and-play Like all compact 60% keyboards, the Use the SmartSet App to customize Each of the TKO’s 9 Profiles is pre- Each switch on the TKO can be The HyperSpace triple space bar and does not require any software TKO moves lesser-used key actions lighting schemes, modify the base configured with a unique lighting swapped with any “MX-style” switch. offers enhanced performance and or special drivers for basic use. to the embedded Fn Layer. key layout, access special key scheme (see pg. 4). Choose one Use the included extra switches to ergonomics by giving you three Connect the USB-C end of the cable actions and macro tools, or change of the default schemes with the customize the feel of WASD or programmable thumb keys under to the TKO and the USB-A end to So each key on the TKO can perform settings. onboard “Profile” shortcut (see HyperSpace, or install your favorite in an otherwise standard layout. your PC, and you’re ready to go! two unique actions: the standard pg. 2), or create your own lighting style for a custom experience. “Top Layer” action and the alternate Download the SmartSet App and scheme with the SmartSet App. Experiment with different thumb Profiles: The TKO has 9 fully- “Fn Layer” action (see pg. 4). save it anywhere on your PC or Mac. Removal: Using the wire-end of key actions, Fn, macros, and mouse customizable Profiles. Each Profile KinesisGaming.com/tko-support Key Lighting: Choose from 10 included tool, remove the keycap. clicks to find your ideal layout for features the same base key layout The alternate Fn Layer actions are unique effects and customize the Then use the tweezer-end to release both typing and gaming. and a unique lighting scheme (see legended on the front of the key Launching: First use the “v-Drive” colors, direction, and speed. Or the 2 front & back tabs and gently pg. 4). Profile 1 is pre-loaded, but (without the “gear” icon). Access shortcut (see pg. 2) to “connect” the create your own Freestyle pattern wiggle the switch while pulling up. Space Bar Swap: Prefer to use a you can use the onboard Profile them by holding the and then v-Drive to your PC so the App can by assigning any color to . full-size space bar for a conventional shortcut to load any of the other 8 tapping the desired key. Release Fn read and write to the configuration Installation: Align the 2 switch pins typing experience? No problem, Profiles (see pg. 2). to return to the Top Layer. files stored in the keyboard’s flash Edge Lighting: Choose from 6 with the round receptors in the PCB HyperSpace is 100% modular! memory. Then launch the App. customizable ambient lighting and gently snap the switch into the Onboard Programming: Users Users who need frequent access effects. Match the Key Lighting plate. Press straight down to avoid Follow the instructions at left to can customize the key layout in to the Fn Layer can assign an “Fn” Implementing: When you’re done effect or design your own scheme. bending the pins. Test the switch for remove the 3 keycaps & switches. any Profile and modify keyboard key anywhere on the keyboard, customizing the TKO, save your functionality & then replace keycap. Then remove the 2 small stabilizers settings using the convenient or change Fn to act as a “toggle” changes in the App. Then use the Fn Layer Lighting: Frequent Fn by depressing the tabs on the back onboard programming shortcuts key using the SmartSet App. Try “Refresh” shortcut to preview the layer users can assign contrasting Troubleshooting: If the new switch of each housing, then rocking them (see pg. 2). Before attempting any assigning Fn to one or two of the changes with the v-Drive connected. effects to the Fn layer, or highlight doesn’t work, it’s likely because the forward until they slide up & out. re-programming, use the Unlock HyperSpace keys for improved Or use the “v-Drive” shortcut to critical embedded key actions with pins were bent during installation. Slide in the included big stabilizer shortcut to disable Program Lock. layer-shifting with your thumbs. disconnect the v-Drive and resume a different color. Straighten bent pins with tweezers. and snap it into the plate. Re-install normal keyboard operation. the middle key switch, install the Note: The SmartSet App is required Note: Improperly removing and/or two switch covers in the empty Please read this Quick Start Guide before attempting to program the keyboard, engage tenting or tilting, or to customize lighting schemes, but installing switches can damage the holes. Then install the included remove any switches. Download the full User Manual and SmartSet App at KinesisGaming.com/tko-support. not to toggle between the 9 Profiles. keyboard and void the warranty. standard space bar keycap. SMARTSET ONBOARD PROGRAMMING

The SmartSet Key

All TKO keyboards have “Program Lock” engaged from the factory to prevent accidental programming. First disable Program Lock using the “Lock” shortcut below to enable onboard programming and v-Drive access. To activate an onboard shortcut, hold the SmartSet key, then hold Right Shift, and then tap the desired shortcut key. Shortcuts are legended with the SmartSet gear icon to distinguish them from Fn-layer actions.

+ R. Shift + 1-9 + R. Shift + Z + R. Shift + X + R. Shift + C + R. Shift + V + R. Shift + B + R. Shift + N + R. Shift + M + R. Shift + , + R. Shift + . + R. Shift + / Tap the desired Print-to-screen a Disable Program Use the shortcut Connect the Refresh Keyboard NKRO enables Use the shortcut Game Mode Enable Game Soft Reset erases number key to report of current Lock before to enter Remap v-Drive to your PC Settings, Layout, unlimited to enter Macro disable the Mode and NKRO all Remaps and load any of the 9 keyboard settings reprogramming Mode: so the SmartSet and Lighting. simultaneous Record Mode: Mode, and disable Macros in the Profiles. (e.g., Active Profile, the keyboard or App can read & key presses action. Macro playback. active Profile Lighting etc). connecting the 1) Tap the desired write to the TKO’s Note: Use Refresh for maximum 1) Select the Note: Default v-Drive. Source key action, configuration files. to preview your performance. Trigger key(s), Note: Protects you Note: Disabling Note: Hold these lighting schemes Caution: Make SmartSet App from interrupting Game Mode keys down during for each of the 9 a text editing Note: Use this 2) Then Tap the Note: Keep v-Drive changes since Note: Unplugging 2) Type the macro. your game by and NKRO, and plug-in to Hard Profiles are shown window active same command to desired physical disconnected the App does not or connecting the Tap the SmartSet accidentally restoring macro Reset the TKO to on page 4 of this before running a re-lock keyboard Destination key when App is not update the TKO v-Drive disables Key to end tapping the playback done factory default guide. Status Report!!! programming. location. in use. dynamically. NKRO Mode. recording. Windows key. individually. settings.

4x: Loaded 4x: Status Run 4x: Locked Fast: Source 4x: Connected 4x: Refreshed 4x: NKRO On Fast: Trigger 4x: Game On 4x: Tourney On 4x: Soft Reset 2x: Unlocked Slow: Destination 2x: Disconnected 2x: NKRO Off Slow: Contents 2x: Game Off

*Consult the User Manual for detailed instructions regarding Onboard Programming, the SmartSet App, and Direct Editing: KinesisGaming.com/tko-support 2 TENTING TILTING

Conventional flat keyboards force you to play with your palms facing the desk which causes harmful FOREARM Most keyboards feature a 5˚ positive tilt, and many include “pop-up” feet to produce even more tilt. This posture PRONATION. Playing in this posture reduces blood circulation which can lead to various repetitive strain injuries. may feel familiar, but it causes harmful WRIST EXTENSION which can lead to repetitive strain injuries.

The TKO is the first non-split keyboard to offer an ergonomic TENTING solution that elevates the thumb-side of The TKO was designed to feature an ergonomic 0˚ slope to keep WRISTS NEUTRAL. However, the keyboard can either hand during gameplay to maximize PERFORMANCE, COMFORT, and STAMINA. be tilted forward or back to suit your PREFERENCES.

Left Hand Tenting: Right Hand Tenting: Negative Tilt: Positive Tilt: Flip out the BIG LEGS on the right Flip out the BIG LEGS on the left Flip out the SMALL LEGS on the Flip out the SMALL LEGS on the side of the TKO for 5˚ of tenting side of the TKO for 5˚ of tenting front of the TKO for 5˚of negative back of the TKO for 5˚of positive for your left hand. for your right hand. tilt to further reduce wrist strain. tilt to get a conventional feel.

Note: TKO tenting is only intented for gameplay where one hand is on the keyboard, and the other hand is on Note: The two BIG LEGS on the front edge can Note: The two BIG LEGS on the back edge can the mouse. Attempting to type normally with both hands on the keyboard while the TKO is tented will put a large be used to produce 10˚ of negative tilt, but that be used to produce 10˚ of positive tilt, but that amount of strain on one of your hands and will result in injury. If you are enjoying tenting for gaming and also configuration is only recommended if you have a configuration creates a very harmful typing posture want to type in that posture, consider a split keyboard like the Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge RGB. padded palm support or keyboard tray. and is not recommended at all.

Learn More about Tenting, Tilting, and Keyboard Ergonomics at KinesisGaming.com/ergonomics

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement - This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 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 of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ©2020 Kinesis Corporation. All rights reserved. Protected by US Patent 9535581. Other patents pending. Part Numbers: KBTKO-KBB, KBTKO-KBW, KBTKO-KBR. v11-08-20. 3 IN THE BOX GET TO KNOW YOUR TKO KEYBOARD CUSTOMIZING HYPERSPACE KEYS - TKO Keyboard All 3 HyperSpace keys are pre-configured to - Detachable USB-C Cable perform “space”. To unlock the true potential - Travel Case of HyperSpace, try configuring one or two of - Dual Keycap & Switch Removal Tool the keys to perform alternate actions like Fn, - 8 Extra Kailh Box Mechanical Switches Enter, (and more) to boost gaming - 2 HyperSpace Switch Covers and typing performance by transferring hard to - Full-size Spacebar Keycap and Stabilizer reach actions to your powerful thumbs.

FEATURES DEFAULT LIGHTING SCHEMES - Standard 60% Dual-Layer Layout Load the Profile with your favorite color scheme, - SmartSet Programming Engine or use the SmartSet App to design your own. - Modular “HyperSpace” Triple Space Bar - “Hot-swap” PCB Design Default Profile - Anodized Aluminum Plate - Double Shot PBT Keycaps - 16.8M Color Dual Zone RGB Backlighting - Kailh Box Mechanical Switches - 9 Customizable Profiles - NKRO Mode and Game Mode - 1ms Response Time and 100% Anti-Ghosting - 4MB Onboard Flash Memory (the “v-Drive”)

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Mouse Clicks (Fn) Media Actions (Fn) HyperSpace Keys (Fn) SmartSet Key TECHNICAL SUPPORT & DOWNLOADS Left and Right mouse clicks Volume and Playback controls Customize the three Arrows accessed via the Fn Hold the SmartSet Key, then Keyboard: accessed via the Fn Key and accessed via the Fn Key and programmable HyperSpace Key and I/J/K/L for maximum hold Right Shift and then For tech support resources and technicians: - PC with full-size USB Port Q/A. Note: Disabled when W/E/R/S/D/F. Note: Disabled “space” keys or install the speed without leaving the select the corresponding KinesisGaming.com/tko-support - Windows 7-10, macOS, Linux, or Chrome OS v-Drive is connected. when v-Drive is connected. conventional space bar. home row. onboard shortcut (see pg. 2). Profiles Onboard Shortcuts Lighting (Fn) Fn Key Programming LED Love It? Need Help? SmartSet App: Profile 1 is pre-loaded. Use SmartSet, Right Shift and Use the Fn Key in Hold the Fn Key down to The SmartSet key LED will Leave a Submit a - Windows or macOS Toggle between each of the the keys in the bottom row combination with T to toggle momentarily access the flash to confirm programming Review! Ticket! - 25MB of Hard Drive Space 9 Profiles using the SmartSet to trigger the most common the Key Lighting and Edge embedded Fn actions. Use commands or to prompt - Internet Connection (Download Only) Key, Right Shift and 1-9. onboard shortcuts (see pg. 2). Lighting On and Off. the SmartSet App to move Fn. further action. 4