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Experience a new level of game interaction and control with the Razer DeathStalker

Ultimate gaming keyboard, designed with Razer’s award-winning Switchblade User

Interface. It features ten adaptive tactile keys so that you can configure an unlimited

number of key binds, macros, skills, and spells from any game. With customizable

iconography to match your personalized control layout, you’re getting the most

immersive gaming experience from your keyboard.

The LCD panel on the Switchblade UI is capable of two modes. The first is a vibrant, full-

color display that delivers information display as well as letting you run your media

player or web browser from the screen without the need to exit your game

domination. Alternatively, use it as a secondary mouse input device with intuitive

gesture controls. With the Switchblade User Interface, you have everything you need

to win available at your fingertips. No excuses.

Anti-ghosting is now available for up to ten keys over the entire fully-programmable

back-lit keyboard. This means that all ten of your fingers can each actuate a command,

with all ten commands precisely registering within the game. To destroy the enemy,

don’t just use one or two attacks, use ten.

Save all your settings automatically to Synapse 2.0, our own cloud system and sync

them automatically with one account, no matter where you are. Stalk your prey and

unleash a flurry of devastation with all of the controls at your disposal on the Razer

DeathStalker Ultimate.

Summary of content (34 pages)

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Experience a new level of game interaction and control with the Razer DeathStalker Ultimate gaming keyboard, designed with Razer’s award-winning Switchblade User Interface. It features ten adaptive tactile keys so that you can configure an unlimited number of key binds, macros, skills, and spells from any game. With customizable iconography to match your personalized control layout, you’re getting the most immersive gaming experience from your keyboard.
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CONTENTS 1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS .................................... 2 2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT ................................................... 2 3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 3 4. DEVICE LAYOUT ...................................................................................... 4 5. SETTING UP YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER ULTIMATE ............................. 5 6. USING YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER ULTIMATE .......
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1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS  Razer Deathstalker Ultimate Gaming Keyboard  Protective Film/Guide  Quick Start Guide  Master Guide SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS  PC with two free USB 2.0 ports  Windows® 7 / Windows Vista®  Internet Explorer 9  Internet connection  200MB of free hard disk space 2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT REGISTRATION  Please visit www.razerzone.com/registration for online product registration.
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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  4.05” Touch Screen With Widget Apps Capabilities  Track pad with gesture support  10 Dynamic Display Keys  Chiclet Style Key Caps  Tri-Color Backlighting  1000Hz Ultrapolling  Fully programmable keys with on the fly macro recording  Razer Synapse 2.0 Enabled  Dedicated Gaming Mode  5 additional macro keys  Anti-Ghosting Capability For Up To 10 Simultaneous Key Presses*  Braided Fiber Cable  Fixed Wrist Rest  Approximate Size : 512 mm / 20.16” (Width) x 215 mm / 8.
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4. DEVICE LAYOUT A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. 5 Extra Macro Keys Volume Control Keys Media Keys LED Control Keys On-The-Fly Macro Record Key Gaming Mode Key Switchblade Home Key Dynamic Adaptive Tactile Keys Multi-Touch LCD Track-Panel Track-Panel Buttons ATTENTION! The 10 Dynamic Adaptive Tactile Keys are NOT removable or user replaceable. Please do not expose the keys to any fluids as this may damage the keys. Modifying, tampering, or exposing fluids to the keys will void the Limited Product Warranty.
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5. SETTING UP YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER ULTIMATE Note: You may skip Steps 2-4 if you already have a Razer Synapse 2.0 installed and an existing account. Step 1: Plug the Razer Deathstalker Ultimate into the two USB ports of your computer. Step 2: Download the Razer Synapse 2.0 installer from www.razersupport.com. Step 3: Run the installer and follow the onscreen instructions. Step 4: Register for a Razer Synapse 2.0 account and confirm your new account. Step 5: Open Razer Synapse 2.
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6. USING YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER ULTIMATE FUNCTION KEYS Pressing the “FN” key in combination with the function keys will activate their secondary features. Listed below are the function keys and their features’ descriptions. Function Keys Secondary Features The audio volume controls allow you to mute ( ), decrease ( ) and increase ( ) the audio output. The media keys allow you to play/pause ( a track or skip tracks backward ( ) and forward ( ).
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ON-THE-FLY (OTF) MACRO RECORD KEY The OTF Macro Record Key allows you to quickly launch the Macro Recording Application. You will need to install Synapse 2.0 to utilize this key. To learn more about the Macro Recording Application, check out the Switchblade Applications section of this guide. GAMING MODE KEY Activating Gaming Mode allows you to disable the Windows Key to avoid accidental usage plus, it also allows you to switch between 6-key to 10-key Anti-Ghosting.
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SWITCHBLADE HOME KEY The Switchblade Home Key gives you access to applications for the Switchblade User Interface. Listed below are the applications for the Switchblade User Interface.
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SWITCHBLADE APPLICATIONS Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse 2.0. These features are also subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System. Trackpad Application This application allows the Switchblade User Interface to be used as a standard pointing device and numerical keys. The Trackpad Application supports multi-touch gestures for advanced trackpad functionalities.
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2 Finger Gestures 3 Finger Gesture Finger Movement Pinch Expand Onscreen Action Zoom Out Zoom In Move Horizontally Swap to previous/next set of Dynamic Adaptive Key mappings Numpad Application This application enables the Switchblade User Interface to be used as a standard numerical keypad or switch to its secondary function by toggling the Num Lock key.
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Macro Recording Application This application allows you to record a set of key presses and combinations. After launching the application, the Switchblade User Interface will change into a Macro Recording Screen. By default, the Record Delay will register the delays in-between keystrokes and buttons presses as it is entered. Deselecting the Record Delay will omit all the pauses in-between keystrokes and button presses. To create a macro, simply press the key.
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Gaming Mode Application After launching the application, the Switchblade User Interface will change into the Gaming Mode Options Screen. You may choose to disable/enable the “Windows” key by toggling the Gaming Mode On/Off. You may also choose to disable other keys during Gaming Mode by selecting the appropriate box.
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Web Browser Application This application enables you to use the Switchblade User Interface as a web browser. After launching the application, tap on the web address field and type in your desired website. Some multi-touch gestures are available for this application. YouTube™ Application This application allows the Switchblade User Interface to connect to YouTube™, a popular video hosting website, wherein you can browse and watch videos.
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7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER DEATHSTALKER ULTIMATE Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse 2.0. These features are also subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System. KEYBOARD TAB The Keyboard Tab is your default tab when you first install Razer Synapse 2.0. This tab allows you to customize your device’s profiles, key assignments and track-panel options.
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Profile A Profile is a convenient way of saving all of the changes you have made on your device. A single Profile can store numerous settings such as key assignments and trackpanel options. Profile contains the default settings of your device. Any changes made within the Customize Tab will be automatically saved. If you want to rename this profile, you may do so by typing on the field below PROFILE NAME.
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Customize Tab The Customize Tab is where you can modify the basic functionalities of your device such as key assignments and track-panel sensitivity to suit your gaming needs. The changes made in this tab are automatically saved to your current profile.
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You may also change the key assignments of the Dynamic Adaptive Tactile Keys as well as create new sets of key mappings.
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Key Assignment Menu Initially, each key is set to DEFAULT. However, you may change the function of these key by clicking the desired key to access Key Assignment Menu. Listed below are the customization options and their description. Default This option enables you to return the key to its original function. To choose the DEFAULT, simple select it from the Key Assignment Menu. Keyboard Function This option enables you to change any key into another keyboard function.
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Mouse Function This option allows you to change any key into a mouse button function. To choose a mouse function, select MOUSE FUNCTION from the Key Assignment Menu and an ASSIGN BUTTON submenu will appear. Listed below are the functions which you can choose from the Assign Button submenu: Left Click Right Click Scroll Click Double Click Mouse Button 4 Mouse Button 5 Scroll Up Scroll Down - Performs a left mouse click using the assigned button. - Performs a right mouse click using the assigned button.
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Disable This option renders the assigned button unusable. Use Disable if you do not want to use the key or if it interferes with your gaming. Note: The following options are available exclusively for the Switchblade User Interface only. Change Key Appearance This option enables you to change the appearance of each Dynamic Adaptive Tactile Key. You can change each of the key’s appearance using the button located on the Key Assignment Menu. You may use stock images provided by Synapse 2.
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Track-Panel Configuration You can adjust the look and response of the Track-Panel by clicking the image of the track-panel on the user interface. Listed below are the options and their descriptions. Track-Panel Logo Change the appearance of the track-panel using the dropdown menu and personalize the switchblade to suit your style. Sensitivity Sensitivity pertains to how much effort is needed to move the cursor in any direction. The higher the sensitivity, the more responsive the track-panel will be.
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Lighting Tab The Lighting Tab is where you can customize the look of your gaming Keyboard by choosing from over 16 million colors for the backlight or you may select the SPECTRUM CYCLING option to allow the colors to change indefinitely. This tab is also where you can adjust the intensity of the keyboard’s LEDs by using the KEYBOARD BRIGHTNESS slider. Furthermore, you may adjust the Switchblade User Interface’s brightness by using the SWITCHBLADE UI BRIGHTNESS slider.
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Gaming Mode Tab The Gaming Mode Tab helps you prevent accidental key presses. Depending on your settings, you may choose to disable the Windows key, Alt + Tab and Alt + F4. Furthermore, you can maximize the effect of Anti-Ghosting by activating the Gaming mode function. An indicator will light up when the function is currently turned ON. Similar to the Customize Tab, the changes made here are automatically saved to your current profile.
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Settings Tab The Settings Tab allows you to set your keyboard and Switchblade User Interface to turn off when they have been idle for a certain amount of time. You can also set the Switchblade User Interface to switch to Track Pad Power Saving mode when your computer is locked. Similar to the Customize Tab, the changes made here are automatically saved to your current profile.
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MACROS TAB The Macros Tab allows you to create a series of precise keystrokes and button presses. This tab also allows you to have numerous macros and extremely long macro commands at your disposal. The Macro section works similarly to Profile wherein you can rename a macro by typing on the field below MACRO NAME.
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The Macro section allows you to input the delay in-between commands. In RECORD DELAY the delay in-between commands are registered as how it is entered. The DEFAULT DELAY uses a predefined time (expressed in seconds) as the delay. And NO DELAY omits all the pauses in-between keystrokes and button presses. Note: You may use up to three decimal places when inserting values on the seconds (sec) field.
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Once you have recorded a macro, you may edit the commands you have entered by selecting each command on the macro screen. Each keystroke or button press is arranged sequentially with the first command shown at the top of the screen. The button allows you to edit a particular command and the enables you to delete a command. The option to move the command up or down.
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Once you have pressed the button, a new display window will appear beside the list of macro commands. The dropdown menu on this window allows you to choose a keystroke or a delay to be added in before or after the highlighted macro command.
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You may add in a new set of macro commands by clicking the button on the keystroke menu; or input time delays on the duration field using the delay menu.
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8. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY GUIDELINES In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer Deathstalker Ultimate, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines: 1. Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug the device and contact the Razer hotline or go to www.razersupport.com for support. Do not attempt to service or fix the device yourself at any time. 2.
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3. Keep your feet well supported, posture straight and your shoulders relaxed. 4. During gameplay, relax your wrist and keep it straight. If you do the same tasks with your hands repeatedly, try not to bend, extend or twist your hands for long periods. 5. Do not rest your wrists on hard surfaces for long periods. Use a wrist rest to support your wrist while gaming. 6. Customize the key on your keyboard to suit your style of gaming in order to minimize repetitive or awkward motions while gaming. 7.
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9. LEGALESE COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFORMATION ©2012 Razer USA Ltd. Patent Pending. All Rights Reserved. Razer™, the Razer TripleHeaded Snake logo, the Razer distressed word logo and other trademarks contained herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Razer USA Ltd and/or its affiliated or associated companies, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
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COSTS OF PROCUREMENT For the avoidance of doubt, in no event will Razer be liable for any costs of procurement unless it has been advised of the possibility of such damages, and in no case shall Razer be liable for any costs of procurement liability exceeding the retail purchase price of the Product. GENERAL These terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Product was purchased.