Keydial Remote K40 FAQ

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Product Feature

How long does the battery of Keydial Remote last? 
Keydial Remote offers up to 30 hours of usage and charges fully in just 2.5 hours.
What is the difference between Keydial Remote and Keydial mini?
Keydial mini is designed like a numpad, making it perfect to be placed on large drawing tablets and desks. While Keydial Remote is designed like a remote, ideal for one-handed use, and can also be placed on large drawing tablets and desks.
Is Keydial Remote friendly for left-handed artists?
Keydial Remote features a symmetrical design, making it suitable for both left and right-handed artists.
How long is the USB cable that comes with Keydial Remote?
The included USB cable is 1 meter long.
Does Keydial Remote support anti-ghosting?
Yes, it supports anti-ghosting. This allows you to press multiple keys simultaneously.
Does Keydial Remote come with a wireless receiver?
No, it connects via Bluetooth. If your device doesn't support Bluetooth, you can purchase a Bluetooth receiver separately.
Can the battery be replaced on Keydial Remote?
No, the battery is not replaceable.
Can Keydial Remote bring up the virtual keyboard?
No, it cannot.
Is it necessary to use Keydial Remote with the driver or the app?
We recommend using the device with the driver (for PCs) or the Huion Keydial app (for mobile devices).

Set Up & Use

How can I connect Keydial Remote to my computer?
There are two ways:

1. Connect via a USB cable to your computer or Mac.

2. Connect wirelessly via Bluetooth to your computer or Mac.

How can I connect Keydial Remote to my mobile phone or tablet?
Keydial Remote doesn't support wired connection to mobile devices. However, you can connect it wirelessly via Bluetooth.
Do I need to charge Keydial Remote when I unbox it?
We recommend charging Keydial Remote when you first receive it, easpecially if you plan to connect it wirelessly. To charge, simply connect Keydial Remote to a working computer using the USB cable included in the box.
Can I use my own power adapter to charge Keydial Remote?
Yes, you can use your own power adapter to charge it. However, the adapter must have an output of 5V and at least 5W. Alternatively, you can charge it directly via a USB port on the PC.
Can I use my Bluetooth-connected Keydial Remote while charging?
If you charge Keydial Remote via a PC connection, it will switch to wired connection mode. However, if you want to use it while charging, we recommend charging it with a power adapter; this way, it allows for Bluetooth connection.
How can I check the current battery level?
1. Turn on Keydial Remote and check the battery level on the OLED display in the upper right corner.

2. When connected via Bluetooth, the settings also display the battery status.

3. You can also check the battery level in the driver once the device is successfully connected.

How can I change the direction of Keydial Remote?
1. On a PC via the driver

Open the driver - choose the angle (0°/90°/180°/270°) you need in the settings.

2. On a mobile device via Keydial App

Open Keydial -  tap the icon on the screen - select Rotate Screen.

How do I customize my Keydial Remote on PC?
You can download the driver from our official website. Once installed, open the driver and choose the device to customize the keys, dials, and group keys.
How do I customize my Keydial Remote on mobile devices?
You can download the Keydial app from Google Play  (for Android) or the App Store (for iOS/iPadOS). Once installed, open the app and choose the device to customize the keys, dials, and group keys.

Kindly note: The app only supports presets in specific creative software. If you want to use the remote with other software, check if that software supports key customization. If it does, you can customize the keys in the app and name them.

Will Keydial Remote retain my previous settings when I change the connected device?
When switching between PCs, settings will not be retained. To preserve your configuration, export the shortcut file from the driver before switching. When switching between mobile devices, settings will be retained automatically. 
How do I set different shortcuts for different software?

1. On PCs

You can click the【+】on the upper right corner of the driver to add any program you want to customize functions for.

2. On Mobiles

The Keydial app does not support setting different shortcuts for different software. However, you can customize 6 groups, each of which can be assigned to a different software.
Can I adjust the sensitivity for the dual dials?
No, currently this feature is not supported.
Can I set the keys to function as mouse buttons?
Yes, you can set the keys to function as left-click, right-click, double-click, wheel click, scroll up, and scroll down. Also, they can be combined with modifier keys such as Ctrl, Alt, Shift, and Win.
Can I use keys/dials to control volume?
Yes, you can assign the keys or dials to adjust Volume (+/-), previous /next song, mute, or pause/play media playback.
Can I launch apps/files directly with a key press?
Yes, you can assign a key to open a software/document by following the setting steps, or enter webpages by assigning a URL to a key.
How do I disconnect Keydial Remote from Bluetooth to pair a new device?
There are two ways:

1. On your connected device, you can go to Bluetooth settings and select Forget Keydial Remote.

2. On the Keydial Remote, you can press and hold the left group key for 3 seconds (with a Bluetooth icon)  for 3 seconds to unpair, then connect a new device.

Can I use two Keydiao Remote K40 devices simultaneously?
No, you cannot. 
How do I adjust the auto-sleep timer on Keydial Remote?
You can configure the auto-sleep settings through the driver on your PC.

Compatibility

I already have a Huion drawing tablet. Can Keydial Remote work with it?
Yes, but there are 2 points you need to pay attention to:

1. Your drawing tablet supports the V20 driver. In this case, you can directly download the universal V20 driver to begin creating.

2. Your drawing tablet only supports the V14/V15 driver. In this case, there's no need to uninstall the V15 driver; simply download the V20 driver (Standalone Edition) — the same version shown on the Keydial Remote product page, available in Huion's Driver Download center. You can start using Keydial Remote once the driver is booted.

Can Keydial Remote work with drawing tablets from other brands?
Yes, you can download the V20 driver (for the standalone edition) — the same version shown on the Keydial Remote product page, available in Huion's Driver Download center. and use it with pen tablets or displays from other brands.
Which products can I use with Keydial Remote?
You can use Keydial Remote with the pen tablets, pen displays, pen computers, or other digital creative devices, or you can use it independently for shortcut operations in office work, online learning, and streaming.
Does Keydial Remote support Linux?
Currently, Keydial series products don't support Linux.

Trouble Shooting

Why does my Keydial Remote freeze when switching groups too quickly?
This occurs because Keydial Remote needs to load firmware each time you switch groups. For optimal performance, we recommend users avoid excessively and rapidly switching groups. If the device becomes unresponsive, please reboot your Keydial Remote to restore the connection.
How do I solve the problem of Bluetooth automatically disconnecting?
Please wait for about 3~6 seconds to see if it reconnects. If not, reboot the device, reconnect, and check if the PC's Bluetooth is working properly and if there are any obstructions. If the Bluetooth disconnects frequently and the above steps don't resolve the issue, please contact our customer service to arrange a return and repair.
The computer is already connected via Bluetooth, but the driver shows no connection?  
Please close the driver, exit all background processes, and then restart the driver.
What should I do if the OLED screen does not display any functions?
Please restart the device. If the screen still doesn't display anything, please check if there is an issue with the screen itself.
How do I resolve the issue where the actual key functions don't match what the OLED screen shows?
1. Restart Keydial Remote and reconnect. 2. Use the driver to restore factory defaults with one click.
The remaining power in the driver doesn't match the battery level displayed on the OLED screen. How can I fix this?
It may be caused by an incorrect recognition of the software or hardware commands. In this case, please restart Keydial Remote K40 and reconnect it to the driver, allowing the driver to re-recognize the battery level of the remote.

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