TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Section A: Connecting via 2.4 GHz USB Receiver
• Troubleshooting (2.4 GHz USB Receiver Mode)
  • Issue 1: Keyboard Not Connecting via USB Receiver
  • Issue 2: Keyboard Connected but Not Typing
  • Issue 3: Frequent Disconnection in 2.4 GHz Mode
• Section B: Connecting via Bluetooth
  • For Windows
  • For macOS
  • Troubleshooting (Bluetooth Mode)
    • Issue 1: Keyboard Not Appearing in Bluetooth List
    • Issue 2: Keyboard Connected but Not Responding
    • Issue 3: Frequent Disconnection in Bluetooth Mode

Section A: Connecting via 2.4 GHz USB Receiver

Step 1: Switch the Toggle Mode
Slide the toggle switch (located on the back side of the keyboard) to BT Mode to power on the keyboard.

Step 2: Insert the USB Receiver
Insert the USB receiver (dongle) into the USB port of your laptop or desktop.

Step 3: Connect Using RF Key
Press Fn + R (where RF is indicated on the keyboard).

The keyboard will automatically connect via the 2.4 GHz USB receiver.

Step 4: Confirmation
Once connected, the keyboard will start responding normally while typing.

Troubleshooting (2.4 GHz USB Receiver Mode)

Issue 1: Keyboard Not Connecting via USB Receiver

Recommended Checks:

• Ensure the keyboard is powered ON.

• Confirm the toggle switch is set to BT Mode.

• Reinsert the USB receiver properly into the USB port.

• Try connecting the receiver to another USB port.

• Restart your laptop or desktop and reconnect the receiver.

Issue 2: Keyboard Connected but Not Typing

Recommended Checks:

• Press Fn + R again to reconnect the keyboard.

• Remove and reinsert the USB receiver.

• Restart the system and reconnect the keyboard.

• Ensure the keyboard has sufficient battery charge.

Issue 3: Frequent Disconnection in 2.4 GHz Mode

Recommended Checks:

• Ensure the keyboard is within 5–8 meters of the connected device.

• Avoid wireless interference or obstacles between the keyboard and receiver.

• Reinsert the USB receiver and reconnect using Fn + R.

• Fully charge the keyboard and test again.

Section B: Connecting via Bluetooth

Step 1: Switch the Toggle to BT Mode
Slide the toggle switch to BT Mode.

Step 2: Select Bluetooth Channel
Use the following key combinations to select a Bluetooth device channel:

• Fn + Q → BT1 Mode

• Fn + W → BT2 Mode

• Fn + E → BT3 Mode

Step 3: Activate Pairing Mode
Press and hold the selected Bluetooth key (Fn + Q / W / E) for 3–5 seconds.

The indicator light will start blinking rapidly, indicating that the keyboard has entered Bluetooth pairing mode.

Step 4: Enable Bluetooth on Your Device

For Windows

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth & Devices

2. Turn Bluetooth ON

3. Click Add Device → Bluetooth

4. Select Portronics Hydra 10

5. Click Connect

For macOS

1. Open System Settings → Bluetooth

2. Turn Bluetooth ON

3. Select Portronics Hydra 10

4. Click Connect

Step 5: Connection Confirmation
Once connected, the keyboard will respond while typing.

The keyboard is now ready for use.

Troubleshooting (Bluetooth Mode)

Issue 1: Keyboard Not Appearing in Bluetooth List

Recommended Checks:

• Ensure the keyboard is in Bluetooth pairing mode (indicator light blinking).

• Turn Bluetooth OFF and ON on your device.

• Restart the keyboard and attempt pairing again.

• Ensure the keyboard has sufficient battery charge.

Issue 2: Keyboard Connected but Not Responding

Recommended Checks:

• Remove the keyboard from the Bluetooth device list.

• Restart your device (laptop/PC).

• Repeat the Bluetooth pairing steps.

• Ensure the keyboard is not connected to another device.

Issue 3: Frequent Disconnection in Bluetooth Mode

Recommended Checks:

• Maintain a distance within 5–8 meters from the connected device.

• Avoid wireless interference or obstacles.

• Fully charge the keyboard and reconnect.

• Remove and reconnect the keyboard from paired Bluetooth devices.