RAZER MOUSE MASTER GUIDE
CONTENTS 1. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................8 2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT ..................................................................................................9 3. INSTALLING RAZER SYNAPSE 3 .............................................................................................................10 4. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER DEVICE ...............................................
1. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS ▪ PC with a free USB port RAZER SYNAPSE 3 REQUIREMENTS ▪ Windows® 7 64-bit (or higher) ▪ Internet connection ▪ 500 MB of free hard disk space Note: The images shown here are for reference only and may differ from the actual device. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT REGISTRATION Register your product online at razerid.razer.com/warranty using your Razer ID to get real-time information on your product’s warranty status. If you haven’t registered for a Razer ID yet, register now at razerid.razer.com to get a wide range of Razer benefits. TECHNICAL SUPPORT What you’ll get: ▪ 2 years limited manufacturer’s warranty. ▪ Free online technical support at support.razer.com. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
3. INSTALLING RAZER SYNAPSE 3 Step 1: Make sure your Razer device is connected to the USB port of your computer. Step 2: Install Razer Synapse 3 when prompted* or download the installer from razer.com/synapse. Step 3: Create your Razer ID or log into Razer Synapse 3 with an existing account. *Applicable for Windows 8 or higher. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
4. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER DEVICE Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse 3. These features are also subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System. **Refers to function applicability. Certain products may or may not have the indicated function. SYNAPSE TAB The Synapse tab is your default tab when you first launch Razer Synapse 3. This tab allows you to navigate the Dashboard subtab.
MOUSE TAB The Mouse tab is the main tab for your Razer device. From here, you can change your device’s settings such as button assignment, DPI sensitivity, and lighting**. Changes made under this tab are automatically saved to your system and cloud storage. Customize The Customize subtab is for modifying your mouse’s button assignments. Profile Profile is a data storage for keeping all your Razer peripheral’s settings. By default, the profile name is based on your system’s name.
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Sidebar Clicking the Sidebar button ( ) will reveal all current button assignments for your Razer device. Alternatively, you can skip to a specific button assignment by selecting it on the Customize tab. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
Upon selecting a button assignment, you may then change it to one of the following functions: Default This option enables you to return the mouse button to its original setting. Keyboard Function This option changes the button assignment into a keyboard function. You can also choose enable Turbo mode which allows you to emulate repeatedly pressing the keyboard function while the button is held down. Mouse Function This option substitutes the current button assignment into another mouse function.
▪ Sensitivity Clutch - Changes the sensitivity to a predefined DPI while the designated button is held down. Releasing the button will return it to the previous sensitivity. ▪ Sensitivity Stage Up - Increases the current sensitivity by one stage. ▪ Sensitivity Stage Down - Decreases the current sensitivity by one stage. ▪ On-The-Fly Sensitivity - Pressing the designated button and moving the scroll wheel either up or down will increase or decrease the current DPI respectively.
Multimedia This option allows you to assign multimedia controls to your Razer device. Listed below are the multimedia controls you can choose from: ▪ Volume Down - Decreases the audio output. ▪ Volume Up - Increases the audio output. ▪ Mute Volume - Mutes the audio. ▪ Mic Volume Up - Increases the microphone volume. ▪ Mic Volume Down - Decreases the microphone volume. ▪ Mute Mic - Mutes the microphone. ▪ Mute All - Mutes both microphone and audio output.
Performance The Performance subtab allows you to modify the sensitivity, acceleration, and polling rate. Listed below are the performance options and their descriptions. Sensitivity Sensitivity refers to the distance the cursor will travel based on how far the mouse moved. The higher the DPI, the farther the cursor will travel given the same distance of mouse movement. Enable X-Y Sensitivity** By default, the X-axis (horizontal) and Y-axis (vertical) use the same sensitivity values.
Polling Rate The higher the polling rate, the more often the computer receives information about the status of your mouse, thus increasing the mouse pointer’s reaction time. You can switch between 125Hz (8ms), 500Hz (2ms) and 1000Hz (1ms) by selecting your desired polling rate on the dropdown menu. Mouse Properties From here, you can access the Windows Mouse Properties where you modify operating system settings that can directly affect your Razer device.
Quick Effects A number of quick effects can be selected and applied to your mouse’s lighting, as listed here: Name Description How to set up Breathing The lighting fades in and out of the selected color(s) Select up to 2 colors or randomize Reactive** The LEDs will light up when you click any of the mouse buttons Select the color and the length of time for the LED to remain lit Spectrum Cycling** The LEDs will cycle between 16.
Calibration** The Calibration subtab allows you to optimize your Razer Precision Sensor to any surface for better tracking. To use this feature, you must click the Add A Surface option where you can select from a comprehensive list of Razer mouse mats or add your own mouse mat. Liftoff Range** The Liftoff Range enables you to set the distance at which the sensor stops tracking when it is lifted from its surface to avoid unwanted cursor movement. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
Power** The Power subtab allows you to manage your device’s energy consumption when running on batteries. You can also set your device to enter sleep mode when it has been idle for a certain amount of time. The Power subtab also allows you to be notified when the device’s power is at a certain level. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
PROFILES TAB The Profiles tab is a convenient way of managing all your profiles and linking them to your games and applications. Devices View which Razer device is using a specific profile using the Devices subtab. To create a new profile within the selected device, simply click the add button ( ). To rename, duplicate, or delete a profile, simply press the Miscellaneous button ( ). Each profile can be set to automatically activate when you run an application using the Link Games option. FO R G A M E R S .
Linked Games The Linked Games subtab gives you the flexibility to add games, view peripherals that are linked to games, or search for added games. You can also sort games based on alphabetical order, last played, or most played. Added games will still be listed here even if it is not linked to a Razer device. FO R G A M E R S . B Y G A M E R S .
CHROMA TAB** The Chroma tab enables you to either create advanced lighting effects through Chroma Studio or enable/disable third party integrated apps to all Razer Chroma-enabled devices for a truly immersive lighting and gaming experience. Studio The Studio subtab enables you to create and edit your own Chroma Effects which you can apply to all supported Razer Chroma-enabled devices. This tab can also be accessed under the Dashboard’s Chroma module.
Effect Layer Lighting effects are arranged in layers wherein the topmost layer takes priority. . You can group multiple lighting effects by clicking the Add Group button ( ) and dragging the layers you want to group to the newly added folder, duplicate a layer by clicking the Copy button ( ), or delete a layer by clicking the Trash button ( ). Some layers may have overlapping effects so you may need to arrange layers in a specific order.
MACROS TAB If you need to accurately execute a series of complex commands then you need a Macro. A macro is a set of recorded keystrokes, button presses, and cursor movements. The Macros tab allows you to create, edit, and organize these macros so that you can assign them to your mouse buttons. You can also share macros with others using the import button ( ) and export button ( ).
To create a macro, simply select a macro name to store your commands, then click the Record menu. Assign a key or button for the macro on Shortcut Key field, select a delay, and select if you want to include mouse movement tracking. Once you have chosen the settings for the macro, click the Start button ( ). After a brief countdown, all your keystrokes and button presses will be recorded on the macro screen. When you are done recording your macro commands, click on the Stop button ( ) to end the session.
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 Insert menu allows you to put in additional keystrokes, button presses, type texts, run commands, loop a set of commands, or insert an entire macro group. Key Binds The Key binds option allows you to view the Shortcut Keys for the selected macro.
SETTINGS WINDOW The Settings window, accessible by clicking the ( ) button on Razer Synapse 3, enables you to configure the startup behavior, change language, view your Razer device’s master guide, or perform factory reset on any connected Razer device. General tab The default tab of the Settings window, The General tab enables you to change the software’s display language and start-up behavior, or view the master guide of all connected Razer devices.
5. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY GUIDELINES In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer device, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines: Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug the device and contact the Razer hotline or go to support.razer.com for support. Do not take apart the device (doing so will void your warranty) and do not attempt to operate it under abnormal current loads.
If you should experience any physical discomfort while using your mouse, such as pain, numbness, or tingling in your hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck or back, please consult a qualified medical doctor immediately. MAINTENANCE AND USE The Razer device requires minimum maintenance to keep it in optimum condition. Once a month we recommend you unplug the device from the computer and clean it using a soft cloth or cotton swab to prevent dirt buildup. Do not use soap or harsh cleaning agents.
6. LEGALESE COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFORMATION ©2018 Razer Inc. All rights reserved. Razer, the triple-headed snake logo, Razer logo, “For Gamers. By Gamers.”, and “Powered by Razer Chroma” logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Razer Inc. and/or affiliated companies in the United States or other countries.
