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This User Manual covers setup, features, and safety information for the Satechi Slim X2 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard (ST-BTSX2M).

What's In The Box

Slim X2 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard, USB-C Charging Cable, User Manual.

Specifications

Model: ST-BTSX2M
Dimensions: 14.29" x 4.5" x 0.47"
Weight: 0.83 lbs
Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth
System Requirements: Bluetooth version 3.0 or later | Mac OS X v10.4 or later | iOS 13 and above (Bluetooth enabled)

Functions

1. On/Off Switch: Move the switch on the top of the device to turn the keyboard on or off.
2. Power/Charging LED Indicator: Shows power, low battery, charging, and fully charged status (see LED Indicators below).
3. Fn Lock LED Indicator: The white LED gets brighter when Fn Lock is enabled.
4. Bluetooth Device Keys with LED Indicator: Keys 1, 2, 3, and 4. Press and hold for about 3 seconds to pair a device; quickly press to switch between paired devices.
5. USB-C Charging Port: Connect the included USB-C charging cable here to charge the keyboard.
6. Media / Function Keys: See the Hot Key Function Guide below.
7. Caps Lock LED Indicator
8. Fn Key: For F1 to F15, press the Fn key together with the key to enable the function.
9. Numberpad

Note: The keyboard layout function is based on iOS and macOS default settings. The output might differ for different OS.

Setup

Powering On / Off

To turn the keyboard on or off, move the switch on the top of the device to the "on" position. The power indicator turns green for approximately 3 seconds and then turns off.

Pairing Your Devices

The Slim X2 can be paired with up to 4 Bluetooth devices.

1. Press and hold one of the Bluetooth Keys (1, 2, 3, or 4) for approximately 3 seconds to assign a device to it. The white LED will start blinking.
2. On your host device, open Bluetooth settings and look for "Slim X2 Keyboard". Choose "Connect" to pair.
3. The white LED will stop blinking when pairing is successful. Repeat the process to add up to 4 Bluetooth devices.

Switch between paired devices: Quickly press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to switch between paired devices.

Note: After 30 minutes of non-operation, the keyboard goes to sleep mode. Press any key to wake it up. For F1 to F15, press the Fn key together with the key to enable the function.

Windows 10: Pair through Control Panel, not Bluetooth Settings.

Wired Mode

The Slim X2 also supports USB wired connectivity. Press Fn + Eject to activate wired mode when the USB-C cable is connected. The power LED turns green. Press Bluetooth key 1, 2, 3, or 4 to switch back to Bluetooth mode.

Charging Your Keyboard

When the battery is low, the power indicator will flash green. Connect the keyboard to a computer or USB wall adapter using the included USB-C charging cable. Charge for 2 to 3 hours, or until the red charging LED turns green. The keyboard can be used wired or wirelessly while charging.

Battery life: Battery life varies with backlight brightness. The longest the keyboard can last on a full charge is approximately 80 hours.

LED Indicators

Power/Charging LED:
On/Off: turns green for 4 seconds, then turns off.
Low Battery: flashes green.
Charging: turns red.
Fully Charged: turns green and stays green.

Fn Lock LED: Press Fn + Esc to swap between Media keys and F-Keys. The white LED gets brighter when Fn Lock is enabled.

Backlight

There are 10 backlight levels. Change the backlight level at any time:
F5: Decrease keyboard backlight
F6: Increase keyboard backlight

Note: The keyboard has a white backlight only. The backlight dims automatically after one minute of non-usage, and turns off when the keyboard battery is low (low-power mode, shown by a flashing green LED).

Hot Key Function Guide

Safety Instructions

Warning: Fire, electric shock, or damage to the keyboard could occur if the following instructions are not obeyed.

1. Keep away from microwave radiation sources.
2. Do not place heavy objects on this product.
3. Do not drop or bend the keyboard.
4. Keep away from oil, chemicals, or organic solvents.

Certifications

FCC, CE