Cerberus MKII - Keyboard ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Gaming Keyboard
Brand	ASUS
Model	Cerberus MKII
Dimensions (L x W x H)	460 x 220 x 40 mm
Weight	1.2 kg (with cable)
Cable Length	1.8 m
Interface	USB 2.0 (braided cable)
Key Switch Type	Membrane
Key Life	10 million keystrokes
Backlight	Red LED, single color
Anti-Ghosting	26-key rollover (NKRO over USB)
Multimedia Keys	Via FN combination
Wrist Rest	Removable, cushioned
Power Consumption	5V DC, 100 mA (max)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C
Dust and Spill Resistance	Spill-resistant design (up to 60 ml)
Cleaning Instructions	Unplug, use compressed air for debris, lightly damp cloth for surface
Safety Precautions	Avoid liquid ingress; do not disassemble; keep away from heat sources
Spare Parts Availability	Contact ASUS support for replacement keycaps or cable
Warranty	2 years limited

Frequently Asked Questions - Cerberus MKII ASUS

How do I clean my ASUS Cerberus MKII keyboard?

Unplug the keyboard, use compressed air to remove debris between keys, and wipe the surface with a lightly dampened cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals.

Is the Cerberus MKII keyboard spill-resistant?

Yes, it features a spill-resistant design that can withstand up to 60 ml of liquid. However, immediately disconnect and dry if spilled.

Can I change the backlight color?

No, the Cerberus MKII has a fixed red LED backlight with adjustable brightness via FN+arrow keys.

How do I enable full N-key rollover (NKRO)?

The keyboard supports 26-key rollover over USB, sufficient for most gaming. NKRO is enabled by default.

What is the cable length?

The keyboard comes with a 1.8 m braided USB cable for durable connectivity.

Does the Cerberus MKII have multimedia keys?

Yes, multimedia controls are accessible via the FN key combined with F1-F12 keys.

Is the wrist rest removable?

Yes, the cushioned wrist rest is detachable for easy cleaning or to save desk space.

What should I do if a key stops working?

First, check for debris under the keycap. If the issue persists, contact ASUS support. The keyboard is not user-serviceable internally.

Can I use this keyboard with a PlayStation or Xbox?

It is primarily designed for PC. It may work on consoles via USB, but full functionality (e.g., software macros) is not guaranteed.

How do I adjust the backlight brightness?

Use the FN + Up/Down arrow keys to increase or decrease the red LED brightness. There are multiple levels.

USER MANUAL Cerberus MKII ASUS

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Package contents

• 1 x ASUS Cerberus Gaming Keyboard MKII • 1 x Quick Start Guide • 4 x Extra key cap

System requirements

• Computer with an available USB 2.0 port • Microsoft Windows® 10 / 8.x / 7 / XP

Specifications summary

Connector Single USB
Anti-Ghosting 19KRO (Key Rollover)
Switch type Membrane with rubber dome
Switch life cycle 20 million keystrokes
Backlight Multi-colors (with 343 color combinations)
	4-level light settings / 10-level breathing speed settings
Cable type/ cable length 2m braided cable
Key cap material ABS
Media keys 6 media keys for volume control, play/pause, previous track, next track, and stop
Macro keys 12 Macro Keys (F1-F12 keys) when Macros are enabled (Gaming Profile)
Special feature 1 Windows key lock, Rapid fire mode, W/A/S/D arrow keys
Dimension 471 x 186 x 41 mm (LxWxH)
Weight 1100 g
Operating system Microsoft® Windows® 10/8.x/7/XP

Getting to know your Gaming Keyboard

1	Media player controls(Stop, play/pause, previous,next)	4	Backlight control on/off
2	Volume down / volume up [FN]+[1]~[9]: Multi-colorlighting controls
3	[FN] key

Installing your gaming keyboard

Connect the USB connector of your gaming keyboard to the USB port of your computer. Your computer automatically detects and installs the keyboard driver. When the installation is completed, you can start using your gaming keyboard.

19 Key anti-ghosting

Q	Space
A	↑
Z	↓
W	←
S	→
X	Tab
E	Alt (Left)
D	Ctrl (Left)
C	Shift (Left)
B

Hot keys

	Stop
	Play/Pause
	Previous
	Next
	Volume down
	Volume up

Function keys

Combine the [FN] key and some keys to quickly access your mails, files, and other functions on your computer.

[FN] + [F1] Launch Media Player

[FN] + [F2] Volume down

[FN] + [F3] Volume up

[FN] + [F4] Mute

[FN] + [F5] Stop

[FN] + [F6] Previous

[FN] + [F7] Play/Pause

[FN] + [F8] Color Cycle

[FN] + [F9] Launch Mail

[FN] + [F10] Launch the web browser

[FN] + [F11] Lock the keyboard

[FN] + [F12] Launch the calculator

[FN] + [Q] Launch the Rapid fire mode (repeating keystrokes)

[FN] + [Tab] Transfer W / A / S / D keys to arrow keys

[FN] + [Win] Disable the Windows key

NOTE: Once you disconnect the gaming keyboard from the USB port of your computer, [FN] + [F11], [FN] + [Q], [FN] + [Tab], and [FN] + [Win] function keys will be reset to factory defaults.

Using the Macro, Swap, and Rapid fire modes

Macro mode

Configure the function keys (F1~F12) as macro keys to conveniently launch frequently-used apps or key combinations, and perform repetitive tasks or actions with a single keystroke.

To configure a macro key:

1. Press [FN] + [Insert] and wait for the Win Lock key to light up and turn red, indicating that the macro mode is enabled.
2. Press a function key (F1~F12) and wait for the Win Lock key to flash red.
3. Press the keys that you want to assign for the macro key.
4. When done, press [FN] + [ESC] to exit the recording mode.
5. To configure more macro keys, ensure that the Win Lock key is still solid red, then repeat steps 2 to 4.
6. To exit the macro mode, long press [FN] + [ESC]. Wait for the keyboard backlight to flash twice and the Win Lock key LED to turn off.

Swap mode:

The swap mode lets you change the functions of some keys.

Media keys, function keys, and Macro keys are excluded from the swap mode.

To use the Swap mode:

1. Press [FN] + [Home] and wait for the Win Lock key to light up and turn red, indicating that the Swap mode is enabled.
2. Press a key (for example, key F), and the Win Lock LED flashes red.
3. Press another key (for example, key V) and the Win Lock LED turns to solid red, indicating that the functions of the keys are swapped. Repeat steps 2 and 3, making sure the Win Lock key is still lit up, to swap the functions of more keys.
4. To disable the Swap mode, press [FN] + [ESC].

Rapid Fire mode:

Repeating keystrokes on keyboard, especially useful for games require pressing repeatedly a special key. When you assign new rapid keys, keyboard will remove latest rapid record.

To use the Rapid Fire mode:

1. Press [FN] + [End] and wait for the Win Lock key to light up and turn red, indicating that the Rapid Fire mode is enabled.
2. Press a key or keys that you want to have repeating keystroke, and the Win Lock LED flashes red.
3. Press [FN] + [ESC] once to end.
4. Press [FN] + [Q] to enable/disable the Rapid Fire mode.

Mode Switch

PROFILE DESCRIPTION
Gaming Profile (default)	With 343-color backlightThe Macro, Swap and Rapid fire functions are enabled.
Normal Profile With mint color backlightThe Macro, Swap and Rapid fire functions are disabled.

NOTE: To switch profiles, press [FN] + [Caps Lock]. The backlight flashes twice to indicate the profile mode switch.

Backlit setting

Multi-color

You can on-the-fly set the backlighting color of the keyboard to 343 color combinations.

There are several options for setting the backlight color:

• Press [FN] + [1]~[7] for pre-set colors. • Press [FN] + [8] for color cycle.
• Press [FN] + [9] for custom color. Use the [R], [G], [B] keys to adjust to your preferred color.

[FN] + [1] Red

[FN] + [2] Orange

[FN] + [3] Yellow

[FN] + [4] Green

[FN] + [5] Blue

[FN] + [6] Indigo

[FN] + [7] Violet

[FN] + [8] Custom

[FN] + [9] Custom

NOTE: [R], [G] or [B], each has 7 levels.

Brightness effect

- Press [FN] + [PgUp]/[PgDn] to increase/decrease the breathing light levels. There are 4 light levels available.

Breathing light effect

To use the breathing light function:

• Press [FN] + ☐ to enable/disable the breathing light function.
• Press [FN] + [PgUp]/[PgDn] to increase/decrease the breathing light speed. There are 10 breathing light speed levels available.

Reset

NOTE: The Reset function restores the system to the default settings.

To reset to the default settings:

- Press and hold [FN] + [Delete] for about three (seconds) until the Nums Lock, Caps Lock, and Win Lock LEDs flash thrice, then flash once to indicate that the reset process is completed.