1. Utangulizi
Thank you for choosing the DAREU EK98pro Wireless Mechanical Keyboard. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your new keyboard. Please read it thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your device.

Image 1.1: DAREU EK98pro Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Mystic Violet)
2. Yaliyomo kwenye Kifurushi
Hakikisha bidhaa zote zipo kwenye kifurushi:
- Keyboard Body (1)
- Connection Cable (USB-C to USB-A) (1)
- 2.4GHz Wireless Receiver (1)
- Keycap/Switch Puller (1)
- Mwongozo wa Mtumiaji (1)

Image 2.1: Package Contents
3. Bidhaa za Bidhaa
3.1 Muundo wa Kupachika Gasket
The EK98pro features a gasket-mounted design with a 6-layer padding system, including an extended integrated silicone pad and PCB single key slotting. This construction optimizes resilience and stability, providing a softer, more elastic feel and effectively reducing cavity noise for a solid typing experience.

Image 3.1: Gasket Structure Exploded View
3.2 HIFI Dream Linear Switches
Equipped with creamy pre-lubed HIFI Dream linear switches, offering a lighter and cleaner sound profile similar to linear red switches. The keyboard also features pre-lubed steel stabilizers for enhanced consistency on larger keys.

Image 3.2: HIFI Dream Switches and Stabilizers
3.3 PCB Inayoweza Kubadilishwa kwa Moto
The keyboard features a hot-swappable PCB, supporting both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. This allows for easy customization and replacement of switches without soldering.

Image 3.3: Hot-Swappable PCB Socket
Vifuniko vya funguo vya PBT 3.4
All keycaps are made of durable, non-greasy PBT material, ensuring longevity and resistance to wear without fading.
3.5 Mwangaza wa RGB
The keyboard features south-facing RGB LEDs, providing optimal visibility of up to 16 RGB backlit modes and 16.8 million colors. Brightness and speed are adjustable. All RGB macros and keys can be customized via the driver software.

Image 3.4: 16.8 Million RGB Lighting
Betri 3.6 4000mAh
A built-in 4000mAh high-capacity battery provides extended usage. Expect approximately 45 days of playtime with backlighting off, and about 7 days with backlighting on (based on continuous 4 hours of playtime/day).

Image 3.5: High-Capacity Battery
3.7 98% Layout
The compact 98% layout (97 keys) saves desktop space while retaining essential arrow keys and a number pad, suitable for both gaming and work.
Miguu inayoweza kubadilishwa
The keyboard includes 2-stage adjustable feet, allowing you to set the typing angle for ergonomic comfort.

Image 3.6: 2-Stage Miguu Inayoweza Kubadilika
4. Mipangilio na Muunganisho
The DAREU EK98pro supports three connection modes: Wired (USB-C), 2.4GHz Wireless, and Bluetooth 5.0.

Image 4.1: Tri-Mode Connection Overview
4.1 Kubadilisha Modi
A physical switch located on the left side of the keyboard allows you to select the desired connection mode: Wireless (2.4G), Wired (A), or Bluetooth (BT).
Uunganisho wa waya 4.2
- Set the mode switch to 'A' (Wired).
- Connect the provided USB-C cable to the keyboard's USB-C port and the other end to your computer's USB-A port.
- Kibodi itatambuliwa kiotomatiki na iko tayari kutumika.
Muunganisho Usiotumia Waya wa 4.3 2.4GHz
- Set the mode switch to 'Wireless' (2.4G).
- Insert the 2.4GHz wireless receiver into an available USB-A port on your computer.
- The keyboard will automatically connect to the receiver.
4.4 Muunganisho wa Bluetooth
The keyboard can connect to up to three different Bluetooth devices simultaneously.
- Set the mode switch to 'BT' (Bluetooth).
- On your device (computer, tablet, smartphone), turn on Bluetooth and search for 'EK98 Pro'.
- To connect to the first Bluetooth device, press and hold Fn + 1! for 3 seconds until the indicator light flashes. Select 'EK98 Pro' on your device to pair.
- To connect to a second Bluetooth device, press and hold Fn + 2@ kwa sekunde 3.
- To connect to a third Bluetooth device, press and hold Fn + 3# kwa sekunde 3.
- Mara tu ikiunganishwa, taa ya kiashiria itaacha kuwaka.
Video 4.1: DAREU EK98pro Purple Wireless Mechanical Keyboard in action, demonstrating typing and RGB effects.
Video 4.2: DAREU EK98pro Purple Creamy Wireless Mechanical Keyboard showcasing its features and typing sound.
5. Maagizo ya Uendeshaji
5.1 Function Keys (Fn Combinations)
- Fn+F1: Kompyuta yangu
- Fn+F2: Ukurasa wa Nyumbani
- Fn+F3: Barua pepe
- Fn+F4: Kikokotoo
- Fn+F5: Acha
- Fn+F6: Wimbo Uliopita
- Fn+F7: Cheza/Sitisha
- Fn+F8: Wimbo Unaofuata
- Fn+F9: Sauti Chini
- Fn+F10: Volume Up
- Fn+F11: Nyamazisha
- Fn + F12 (3 seconds): Switch for Win/Mac system
- Fn + Esc (3 seconds): Weka upya
- Fn + Win (3 seconds): Kushinda kufuli/kufungua
5.2 Udhibiti wa Mwangaza Nyuma
- Fn + [ { : Switch backlight effects (16 modes)
- Fn + ] } : Badilisha rangi za taa za nyuma
- Fn + ↑: LED Brightness +
- Fn + ↓: LED Brightness -
- Fn + ←: Kasi -
- Fn + →: Kasi +
5.3 Driver Customization
Download the official DAREU driver from their website to unlock advanced customization options:
- Home page settings
- Mipangilio ya kazi
- LED effect settings
- Macro edit page
- Text template edit page

Image 5.1: Driver Macro Customization Interface
6. Matengenezo
6.1 Kusafisha
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the keyboard. For deeper cleaning, use the provided keycap puller to remove keycaps and clean underneath with compressed air or a small brush.
6.2 Swichi za Kubadilisha Moto
Ili kubadilisha swichi:
- Ondoa kifuniko cha ufunguo kwa uangalifu kwa kutumia kivuta cha kifuniko cha ufunguo.
- Use the switch puller to gently grip the switch from the top and bottom, then pull upwards to remove it.
- Align the pins of the new 3-pin or 5-pin switch with the holes on the PCB and press down firmly until it clicks into place.
- Ambatisha tena kifuniko cha ufunguo.
7. Utatuzi wa shida
7.1 Kibodi Haijibu
- Ensure the keyboard is charged. Connect the USB-C cable to charge.
- Check the mode switch on the left side of the keyboard to ensure it's set to the correct connection mode (Wired, 2.4GHz, or Bluetooth).
- For 2.4GHz wireless, ensure the receiver is properly inserted into a USB port.
- For Bluetooth, ensure your device's Bluetooth is on and the keyboard is paired. Try re-pairing if necessary (Fn + 1/2/3 for 3 seconds).
- Try connecting the keyboard via USB-C cable directly to rule out wireless issues.
7.2 RGB Backlight Masuala
- Hakikisha kibodi imewashwa.
- Rekebisha mwangaza kwa kutumia Fn + ↑ or Fn + ↓.
- Mzunguko kupitia athari kwa kutumia Fn + [ { and colors using Fn + ]}.
- If issues persist, perform a factory reset by holding Fn + Esc kwa sekunde 3.
8. Vipimo
| Kipengele | Maelezo |
|---|---|
| Aina ya Kibodi | Mechanical Keyboard (97 keys) |
| Muunganisho | Waya (USB-C), 2.4GHz Waya Wasiotumia Waya, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Njia muhimu | PBT Double Injection |
| Swichi | HIFI Dream Linear (Pre-lubed, Hot-swappable 3/5 pin) |
| Badili Lifespan | Milioni 50 ya kubofya |
| Mwangaza nyuma | RGB (16.8 Million Colors, 16 Modes, South-facing LED) |
| Betri | 4000mAh |
| Muda wa Kuchaji | Takriban. 7.5 masaa |
| Working Time (Wireless) | Backlight Off: Approx. 96 hours (45 days) Backlight Max: Approx. 32 hours (7 days) |
| Utangamano | Windows XP/7/8/10/11, MacOS |
| Vipimo vya Bidhaa | 15.43" Upana x 5.9" Upana x 1.57" Urefu (392 x 150 x 40 mm) |
| Uzito wa Kipengee | Pauni 2.04 (925g) |
9. Udhamini na Msaada
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the DAREU official webtovuti au wasiliana na huduma kwa wateja wao moja kwa moja. Hifadhi risiti yako ya ununuzi kwa madai ya udhamini.





