ZM-K400G - Keyboard ZALMAN - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Keyboard
Model	ZM-K400G
Brand	Zalman
Interface	USB
Dimensions (approx.)	440 x 140 x 30 mm
Weight (approx.)	800 g
Power Supply	USB powered (5V DC)
Backlight	Illuminated, red/blue colors selectable
Macro Keys	5 dedicated G keys (G1-G5), programmable
Multimedia Hot Keys	7 hot keys, programmable with media functions
Polling Rate	Selectable: 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, 1000Hz
Driver Software	Available for download from Zalman website
Operating System Support	Windows (specific versions not stated)
Warranty	1 year
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a soft dry cloth; avoid liquids
Safety	Discontinue use if malfunction occurs; contact place of purchase
Spare Parts & Repairability	Not specified; contact manufacturer or authorized service

Frequently Asked Questions - ZM-K400G ZALMAN

How do I install the keyboard driver?

Connect the keyboard to your PC via USB. Download the driver from Zalman's website (if not included). Run the installer, choose the destination folder, click 'Next', then follow the prompts. After installation, restart your computer. A gaming keyboard icon will appear in the system tray.

How do I change the backlight color?

Press the R&B key on the keyboard to toggle between red and blue. Alternatively, open the driver software, click the round button for backlight settings, choose a color, click 'ON', then 'OK', and finally click 'APPLY'.

How do I program a macro on a G key?

Open the driver software. Click the desired G key (e.g., G1). Click 'MACRO', then 'NEW' and enter a name. Press 'ENTER' on the keyboard to start recording. Click 'RECORD', press the keys you want to record (e.g., W A S D), then click 'STOP'. You can set loop times or auto delay. Click 'APPLY' to save. The G key icon will turn red.

How do I adjust the polling rate?

Open the driver software and click the polling rate button. Select your preferred rate: 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, or 1000Hz. 1000Hz is the fastest. Click 'OK' to confirm.

How do I restore default multimedia functions?

In the driver software, click the 'RESTORE DEFAULT' button. The multimedia function icons will turn off, restoring their original media functions. You can then reprogram them as needed.

What is the warranty period?

The warranty period is one year. If the device stops working properly, discontinue use and contact the place of purchase. You may need the original purchase receipt.

How do I clean the keyboard?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the keyboard surface. Avoid using liquids or abrasive cleaners to prevent damage.

Can I program multimedia keys with macros?

Yes, multimedia keys are fully programmable. Follow the same macro recording steps as for G keys, or assign other functions from the software (e.g., 'Advance', 'Mouse'). After programming, the key's icon turns red.

What should I do if the backlight does not turn on?

If the backlight is off, open the driver software and click the 'RESTORE' button (for first-time use). Then click 'OK'. The backlight should start working. Also ensure the R&B key is pressed to enable backlight.

Is the keyboard compatible with Mac or Linux?

The manual only mentions Windows compatibility. Basic keyboard functions may work on other systems, but the driver software and advanced features (macro, backlight control) may not be supported. Check Zalman's website for updates.

USER MANUAL ZM-K400G ZALMAN

5 MACRO KEYS FOR GAMING 7 HOT KEYS FOR EASY ACCESS ILLUMINATED BACKLIGHT

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English Firstly connect the gaming keyboard with PC and then install the driver as the instructions as below.

English Firstly connect the gaming keyboard with PC and then install the driver as the instructions as below.

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Chose the destination folder, then click "NEXT"

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Then it start to install, it comes out an option page below after a while.

Click "YES" and "FINISH" to restart the computer.

After th computer restart, the installation would be finished.

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After the computer restart, you could find a gaming keyboard icon on the lower right corner of the page. Right click it, chose "CONFIGURATION".

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Then you could see the gaming driver on the page.

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If you find there's no back light on the keyboard, don't worry.

You should click the "RESTORE" on the driver when the first use.

Then click "OK". Then the back lighting starts to turn on.

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If you want to change the color of the back light, you could press R&B key on the keyboard. There are two colors to be chosen, red and blue.

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Or you could click the round button on the driver. Then it comes out an option page below. Chose the light color and click "ON", then click "OK:

- Then click the "APPLY" below, the back lighting start to change.

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For example, you want to program G1 with the macro recording function.

First, click "G1" in the window of software, and then click "MACRO" on the driver.

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Create a new 'Macro' for G1 key, click "NEW" and input a file name.

Then press the "ENTER" key on the keyboard.

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If you click the "RECORD" option, then you could start to record.

For example you want to record "W A S D", you could press "W A S D" on your keyboard now. When you finish it, click "STOP".

(You can also tick "loop time" and fill in the loop times you want to configure or also tick 'auto delay')

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Click the "APPLY", then you could find the G1 key start to turn into red on the driver. That means you just finished the G1 programming

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The "loop times" option mean how many times the command would repeat.

For example you want the "WASD" command repeat 5 times, chose the "loop time" and modify "1" into "99", tick this column and fill in the times you want before you record a 'Macro'.

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The "Auto Delay" means the driver will memory the delay time of your each key press when you start to record the commands.

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The multimedia keys are programmable; include the macro recording and all the other function. When click the "RESTORE DEFAULT" on the driver, and then it will restore its defaulted media function.

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Then you could see the page like below, the multimedia function icon light turns off.

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Then you could configure a new multimedia function into this key.

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Click "APPLY" to finish it.

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The key's icon turns red on the driver; it means this key has the new multimedia function.

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POLLING RATE SELECT | SELECIONANDO A "POLLING RATE" | 롤링 레이트 설정

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The polling rate could be selected of the keyboard.

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Click this button on the driver.

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Then you could see there options on the page.

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Choose your favorite then click OK. The 1000Hz is the fastest speed.

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All ‘G’ keys and multimedia keys can be programmable. You can record ‘Macro’ as the above-mentioned instruction or you can program these keys with the functions showed in the software such as ‘Advance’, ‘Mouse’ and so on.

The principle is same as that you configure a ‘Multimedia’ function for the key.

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English Warranty period is one year.

If the device stops working properly, discontinue its use then contact the place where you purchased it. Original purchase receipt and/or other documentation may be required to verify the purchase date. Thank you.

* Please download the program from Zalman's website if the device requires one.