Kamvas Pro 16 Premium - Graphic tablet Huion - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Graphics Drawing Tablet with Display
Model	Kamvas Pro 16 Premium
Brand	Huion
Screen Size	15.6 inches
Resolution	1920 x 1080 Full HD
Color Gamut	120% sRGB
Pen Technology	Battery-free, 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity
Pen	PW517 (Rechargeable-free)
Tilt Support	±60°
Connection	USB-C (3-in-1 cable)
Dimensions (with stand)	440 x 250 x 12 mm
Weight	About 1.2 kg (tablet only)
Power Supply	USB-C (5V/2A) or external power adapter
Power Consumption	≤ 18W
Main Functions	Digital drawing, painting, photo editing, animation, note-taking
Compatible Systems	Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later
Tablet Stand	Included, adjustable tilt (20° to 80°)
Express Keys	8 programmable buttons
Touch Bar	Yes, scroll and zoom
Maintenance	Clean with soft lint-free cloth; avoid solvents
Safety Precautions	Keep away from water and heat sources; use included power adapter
Spare Parts	Replacement pens, pen nibs, cables, and stands available
Repair Service	Authorized service centers; contact Huion support
Warranty	1 year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - Kamvas Pro 16 Premium Huion

How do I set up the Huion Kamvas Pro 16 Premium for the first time?

Connect the USB-C cable to your computer and the tablet. Install the latest driver from Huion's official website. Restart your computer, then turn on the tablet using the power button.

Does the pen require batteries or charging?

No, the PW517 pen is battery-free and does not require charging. It uses electromagnetic resonance technology powered by the tablet.

How can I calibrate the screen for accurate pen positioning?

Open the Huion driver software, go to the 'Calibration' tab, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also adjust the active area to match your monitor.

Is the Kamvas Pro 16 Premium compatible with Mac?

Yes, it supports macOS 10.12 and later. Download the Mac driver from the Huion website and install it.

What should I do if the pen is not working?

First, check that the driver is installed and the tablet is connected. Try restarting your computer. If still not working, replace the pen nib or contact Huion support.

How do I customize the express keys?

Open the Huion Tablet Driver software. Click on the key you want to assign, then choose a function (e.g., undo, brush size). Apply settings.

Can I use the tablet without a computer?

No, the Kamvas Pro 16 Premium requires a computer connection via USB-C to function. It does not have standalone capability.

How do I clean the screen and tablet surface?

Use a soft, lint-free cloth slightly dampened with water. Do not use alcohol or abrasive cleaners. Avoid spraying directly onto the screen.

What is the warranty period?

The tablet comes with a 1-year limited warranty. Check the Huion website for details and registration.

Where can I find replacement pen nibs?

Replacement nibs are available on the Huion official store or authorized retailers. The tablet includes 8 spare nibs in the box.

USER MANUAL Kamvas Pro 16 Premium Huion

KAMVAS Pro 16 Premium

User Manual

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Contents

1 / Precautions....3
2 / Product Overview....4

2.1 Display Introduction....4
2.2 Product and Accessories....4
2.3 Setting up Display....6
2.4 Install Driver 7

3 / Pen Basic Operation ....9

3.1 Hold the pen....9
3.2 Position the cursor....9
3.3 Click....10
3.4 Move....10
3.5 Use the side buttons....10
3.6 Pen Nib Replacement....11

4 / Using the Display....12

4.1 Power Button....12
4.2 Press Keys....12
4.3 Touch Bar 12
4.4 OSD Function....12

5 / Function Setting....13

5.1 Working Area Setting....13
5.2 Press Keys Function Setting....14
5.3 Pen Buttons Function Setting....16
5.4 Enable the Windows Ink Feature....16
5.5 Pressure Sensitivity Setting 17
5.6 Pen Pressure Testing....18
5.7 Enable the Windows Ink Feature....18
6 / Specifications....19
7 / Trouble Shooting 20
8 / After-service Contact 23

1 / Precautions

【Please read this manual carefully before using, and keep it well for future reference.】

--Before cleaning the display, please unplug the USB cable and wipe with a soft damp cloth, do not use any kind of detergents.

--Please don't place the display near water sources such as bathtub, washbasin, sinks, washing machine, damp basement, swimming pool, etc.

--Do not place the display on where is unstable or a height for children reaching easily in order to avoid danger.

--Do not place the display and digital pen close to the magnetic field.

--The grooves and holes on the back case is designed for ventilation to prevent the monitor from overheating. Please don't place the display on beds, sofas, carpets or in embedded device.

--Only power supplies shown on the nameplate can be used for the display. If you have questions about the power supply which you are using, please consult the distributor of your display.

--To protect your display, please switch off the power when it is not in use. During blackouts or not using for long time, please unplug the display from the socket.

--Make sure no foreign bodies get inside the monitor through grooves and prevent liquid from splashing on the display as to prevent short-circuit or fire.

--If the display has a breakdown, do not open the main case and try to repair it by yourself. Please ask for a service for proper repair and maintenance.

--When the following situations occur, please unplug the power adapter and you may need a service for full repair and maintenance:

A. The power wire or plug is damaged or worn out;

B. There is liquid splashed inside of the display;

C. The display has fallen or the LCD is broken;

D. When obvious abnormalities occur to the display.

--While getting the components replaced, you are supposed to guarantee that the repairman is using the substitute components specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorized component replacement might cause fire, electric shocks or other dangers.

2 / Product Overview

2.1 Display Introduction

Thanks for choosing HUION ^® KAMVAS ^® Pro 16 creative display. This is a new generation of desktop-level professional drawing display, which can greatly improve your work efficiency of painting and creation, and full of fun. You can freely paint and write, depicting different lines and colors, just as the pen writes on the paper, which brings you a real shock experience.

To give you a better understanding and using of your display, please read this user manual carefully. The user manual only shows the information under Windows, unless otherwise specified, this information applies to both Windows and Macintosh systems.

2.2 Product and Accessories

Working Area Power Button Press Keys Touch Bar *Function Button

*Long press: OSD

Short press: switch function of the touch bar:

1. Zoom in/out

2. Adjust brush size

3. Scroll up/down

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2.2.1 Accessories

Battery-free pen

Replacement Nibs (inside the pen holder)

Pen Holder

Pen Nib Clip (inside the pen holder)

3-in-1 Cable

Power Adapter

Quick Start GuideStand

Cleaning Cloth

2.2.2 Adjustable Stand

We designed this ergonomic adjustable stand specially for your KAMVAS display, you can adjust the angle of the display according to your usage habit, and make you feel more comfortable when painting and creating.

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2.2.3 3-in-1 Cable

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① USB
② HDMI
③ Power
④ Type-C

2.2.4 Plug

Please choose the right plug according to your country or region, and assemble it to the power adapter. (It may not come with all the plugs)

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2.3 Setting Up Display

[1] Connect your PC and the display with 3-in-1 cable.
[2] Plug the power adapter into the cable power connector and turn it 90° to ensure that the plug does not come off and connect the power adapter to the power source.
[3] Turn on computer and switch on the display, the LED indicator will show the current status: Green means working normal, Orange means no signal.

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2.4 Install Driver

2.4.1 OS Support

Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later.

2.4.2 Install Driver

Please download the driver from our website: www.huion.com/download

After finishing installation, you can find the driver icon "⚡" in the system tray area, which means the driver was installed successfully; when you connect the display to computer, the icon will change to color "⚡", which means the driver has already recognized the display and you can start using it now.

Notes:

[1] Before installing, you need to uninstall other driver of similar products, including the old driver of this product.
[2] Before installing, please close all graphics software and anti-virus software to avoid unnecessary mistake.

2.4.3 Driver Page

After the download is successful, double-click to open the driver, connect the display to your computer with attached cable.

When the connection is complete, watch for a prompt at the bottom left of the driver page that display two states "Device disconnected" or "Device connected".

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3 / Pen Basic Operation

3.1 Hold the pen

Hold the pen as you hold a normal pen or pencil. Adjust your grip so that you can toggle the side switch easily with your thumb or forefinger. Be careful not to accidentally press the switch while drawing or positioning with the pen.

Notice:

When not in use, place the pen in the pen case or on the desk. Do not place the pen on the surface of screen, which may interfere with the use of other screen cursor positioning equipment, may also cause your computer can not enter the sleep mode.

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3.2 Position the cursor

Move the pen slightly above the active area without touching the screen surface, the cursor will move to the new position accordingly.

Press the pen tip on the screen to make a selection. Tap the screen once with the pen tip, or touch it to the screen with enough pressure to register a click.

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3.3 Click

Use the pen tip to tap once on the screen to register a click. Tap to highlight or select an item on the screen and double-click to open it.

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3.4 Move

Select the object, then slide the pen tip across the screen to move it.

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3.5 Use the side buttons

The buttons on the pen can be set to two different customizable functions.

You can use the buttons whenever the pen tip is within 10mm of the display active area.

You do not have to touch the pen tip to the display in order to use the switch.

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3.6 Pen Nib Replacement

The nib will be worn off after using for a long time, then you need to replace a new nib.

[1] Anticlockwise rotate the pen holder to open the cover, take a new nib out.
[2] Insert the pen nib into the hole on the bottom of the holder and tilt the pen to pull out the old nib.
[3] Insert the new nib straight into the pen and push the nib slowly and firmly until it stops.

Pen Nibs Pen Nib Clip

4 / Using the Display

4.1 Power Button

The power button was placed on the left side of the digital screen, you need to turn on the power switch before using.

4.2 Press Keys

There are 4 press keys on the top left side of the display, which you can modify the functions according to your own habits, thus will help to improve your work efficiency.

4.3 Touch Bar

The left side of the display is provided with a touch bar, you can slide up and down to achieve zoom function, or you can self-define the function on the driver.

4.4 OSD Function

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Enter OSD Menu:

[1] Press ① "Function Button" around three seconds until the OSD menu appears and meanwhile the indicator will be on. The function of the Keys ② ③ ④ ⑤ will become OSD function.
[2] In the menu, the function of ②③④⑤ will become as the following:
② AUTO: Before entering menu, its function is "auto adjustment".

After entering menu, its function is "back to previous menu".

③ MENU: Press to call up the menu, after entering menu, its function is "confirm".
④ - : After entering menu, its function is "down/left/decrease".
⑤ +: After entering menu, its function is "up/right/increase".

Exit OSD Menu:

[3] Press ①"Function Button" again for around three seconds until the indicator will be off, the function of the Keys ②③④⑤ will become "short cuts function again".

5 / Function Setting

5.1 Working Area Setting

5.1.1 Using Multiple Monitors

Select the Working Area tab to define the relationship between pen movement on the display and cursor movement on the monitor screen.

By default the entire active area of display maps to the entire monitor. If more than one monitor is in use and you are in extended mode, you need to choose the related monitor on the driver interface which you are going to map to.

If your monitors are in mirror mode (All monitors display the same content), the display maps to the entire space on each monitor and the screen cursor is displayed on each monitor simultaneously.

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5.1.2 Working Area Setting

Define the display area that will be mapped to the screen area.

[1] Full Area: the entire active area of the display. This is the default setting.
[2] Screen Ratio: As a general rule, be 16:9.
[3] Customized Area:

1> Enter coordinate values.

2> Drag the corners of the foreground graphic to select the screen area.

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5.1.3 Rotate Working Area

By changing the direction of the display to adapt to the left and right hand operation. You can rotate the display by 0^ , 90^ , 180^ or 270^ .

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5.2 Press Keys Function Setting

Default Setting: Place the cursor on the press key or click the press key to find the default values.

Customized Setting: Select the function to be achieved on the pop-up dialog box, then click "Apply" or "OK" to take effect.

Enable/Disable Press Keys: Check/Uncheck "Enable Press Keys".

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The following shortcut key customization interface is displayed, with a total of 5 Settings.

① Custom: according to the use of custom or professional terms to set. ② Key combination function keys: Ctrl, Shift, Alt, Win+ any letter or other. Ctrl, Shift, Alt, Win, you can select one or more of them, and you can arrange them in any combination. Enter the corresponding Settings in the input box. For example: deselect -Ctrl +D, enter task manager -Ctrl+Alt+Delete, etc.

③ Mouse Button Function: click the box, select the required function, can be set to complete. ④ switch function: also click the box, select the required function. ⑤ Run the program function: click browse, select the connection, to achieve the required run the program function.

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5.3 Pen Buttons Function Setting

Select the function to be achieved on the pop-up dialog box, then click "Apply" or "OK" to take effect.

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5.4 Enable the Windows Ink feature

Microsoft Windows provides extensive support for pen input. Pen features are supported in such as Microsoft Office, Windows Journal, Adobe Photoshop CC, SketchBook 6 and so on.

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5.5 Pressure Sensitivity Setting

The pressure sensitivity will be changed by dragging the slider up and down, the smaller the value, the more pressure sensitive.

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Drag upward (left): the pressure change is more obvious, small pressure produces a great pressure.

Drag down (right): pressure change is weak, a lot of pressure produces less pressure.

Click the button ☐ at the bottom right of the Settings box to reset the pressure sensitivity to the default state.

For example: apply *N respectively the same pressure, under different pressure coefficient produced different pressure effects. According to their habit of holding the pen posture and the size of the hand for the appropriate pressure Settings.

5.6 Pen Pressure Testing

You can gradually apply pressure to the stylus on the screen to test the pressure level. Click "☐" button to clear all the ink.

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5.7 Enable the Windows Ink feature

Microsoft Windows provides extensive support for pen input. Pen features are supported in such as Microsoft Office, Windows Journal, Adobe Photoshop CC, SketchBook 6 and so on.

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6 / Specifications

Model GT-156
Screen	Panel Size	15.6 inch
	Resolution	1920 x 1080 (16:9)
	LCD Type	IPS
	Active Area	344.16 x 193.59mm
	Contrast Ratio	1000:1
	Brightness	220 cd/m2
	Response Time	25ms
	View Angle	89° /89° (H) /89° /89° (V) (Typ.) (CR > 10)
	Gamut	120% sRGB
	Display Color	16.7M (8bit)
Touch	Touch Type	Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance
	Resolution	5080LPI
	Pressure Level	8192
	Accuracy	±0.5 mm (Center), ±3 mm (Corner)
	Sensing Height	10mm
	Report Rate	266PPS
Pen	Model	PW507
	Dimension	163.7 x Φ14.3mm
	Buttons	Two Customized Press Key
General	Output Voltage	12V 1A
	Video Interface	USB-C
	Press Key	6 Customized Press Key
	Dimension	437.8 x 251.2 x 11.5mm
	Net Weight	1.35kg
	OS Support	Windows 7 or later, mac OS 10.12 or later

7 / Trouble Shooting

7.1 Possible Breakdowns Related to DISPLAY

Abnormal Phenomena Possible Solutions
Power indicator does not flash	1. Make sure power is on.2. Check the socket and power cable.
No display on the screen	1. Make sure power is on.2. Correctly connect the cables.3. If you connect the display with a laptop, please make sure the display is on the right display mode: extend or duplicate mode.4. Check whether the side indicator shows green, if not, it means no signal in. Please reboot your computer or reconnect the cable.5. Is the signal wire broken or bent? If so, please replace the signal wire.
No signal	1. Make sure the cables are well connected.2. If you use a desktop, make sure the HDMI port is plugged into the graphic card on the tower, but not into the motherboard.3. If you use a Windows OS computer, make sure to press "Windows+P" on keyboard, then choose Duplicate or Extend. Don't choose Computer Only or Projector Only.4. If there is no HDMI port on your computer, you need an extra HDMI adapter. We don't recommend a USB to HDMI adapter. Also, we don't recommend a USB hub. We recommend DVI/ VGA/ Display Port/ Type-C/ Thunderbolt, etc. to HDMI adapters.
Images are blurred	Please set the display resolution with 1920 x 1880.
Displays wallpaper & task bar of computer monitor only.	It is because you are under extended mode right now. It is a normal situation.If you are not familiar with extended mode, we recommend you to use in Duplicate/Mirror mode. Windows OS: Press keyboard combination---Windows+P---then choose Duplicate Mac OS: System Preference---Displays--- Arrangement---Check "Mirror Displays".If you decide to use in Extended mode. Make sure to choose pen display as Work Area in Driver. It is usually "Display 2".
Lack of colors	Check the pins of the signal wire are not bent or fractured.
There is chromatic aberration	As the regional color temperature is different, so minor chromatic aberration is a normal phenomenon.
Images jitter or ripple images appear	It is likely that there is electric equipment nearby that brings about electronic interference.

7.2 Possible Breakdowns Related to FUNCTIONS

Abnormal Phenomena Possible Solutions
There is no pressure in the graphics software but the cursor moves	You may have installed other display drivers or opened the drawing software when installing the driver. Please uninstall all drivers and close the drawing software, then reinstall the Huion driver. It's better to restart your computer after finishing the installation.
The pen does not work	1. Make sure you are using the pen that originally came with your display.2. Make sure you installed the driver correctly.
Press Keys does not work	1. Make sure the Press Keys function was enabled in the driver.2. Make sure you have correctly defined the Press Keys.3. Check if the press lock switch is on the unlock position.
The computer can't enter sleep mode	When you are not using the display, please do not put the pen on the display surface, which will keep the computer awake.
The side button of the pen doesn't work	When pressing the side button, please make sure that the nib didn't touch the display surface and the distance between the nib and surface is within 10mm.
The side button of the pen doesn't work	Make sure the USB port is functional, if not, please change to another USB port.
The computer can't recognize the display	Check that the USB port is normal. If there is any problem, please use another USB port.

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