Realize your ultimate RGB vision with the Razer Chroma Addressable RGB
Controller, as you sync your ARGB components with your Razer Chroma
peripherals and devices via Razer Synapse 3—software designed for the
world's largest lighting ecosystem for gaming devices.
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WHAT'S INSIDE
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WHAT'S NEEDED
PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
=" Addressable RGB (ARGB) strips / devices* using WS2812B LEDs (or equivalent)
" Power Supply Unit (PSU) with a free Molex socket
" Motherboard with a free 9-pin USB header
RAZER SYNAPSE REQUIREMENTS
= Windows® 7 64-bit (or higher)
= Internet connection for software installation
*For more information, visit
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
=" Razer Chroma Addressable RGB Controller Module
» 6 Addressable RGB (ARGB) headers
" Internal USB header to Micro-USB cable for Razer Chroma support
= Molex to DC power adapter for internal case lighting
«= Double sided adhesive tape for mounting
= Razer Chroma compatible
=" Razer Synapse enabled
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Before plugging an ARGB connector to any of the 3-pin 5V ports of the ARGB controller, make sure
that its pins are properly aligned to the chosen port.
1. Plug your ARGB LED strips* or devices” to any of the 3-pin 5V ports of the ARGB controller.
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2. Connect the ARGB controller to the Molex socket of your PC's power supply unit using the
Molex to DC cable.
Warning: Please turn off your PC before proceeding to avoid electric shocks. For safety
purposes, please wear an anti-static wrist strap (not included) to avoid damaging the internal
components of your PC.
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3. Connect the ARGB controller to the internal USB header on the motherboard using the
included Micro-USB to USB pin header cable.
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4, You may use the included double-sided adhesive tapes to fasten the ARGB controller on
any clean, dry and flat surface inside the chassis.
The ARGB controller also comes with mounting points at the bottom which allows you to
mount it into any of your PC's empty SSD mounting plates using M3 screws (not included).
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5. Use the Razer Synapse* app to access in-depth lighting customization options and
integrate games and applications across your ARGB and Razer Chroma-enabled devices for
a truly immersive experience. Find out more at
*Install Razer Synapse when prompted or download the installer from
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Internet connection is required for installation, updates and cloud-based features. Registering
for a Razer ID account is recommended, but optional. All listed features are subject to change
based on the current software version, connected device(s), and supported apps and software.
SYNAPSE TAB
The Synapse tab is your default tab when you first launch Razer Synapse. This tab allows you to
navigate the Dashboard subtab.
Dashboard
The Dashboard subtab is an overview of your Razer Synapse where you can access all your Razer
devices, modules, and online services.
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Modules
The Modules subtab displays all installed and available modules for installation.
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AVAILABLE MODULES
ALEXA La CHROMA CONNECT Or
The Amazon Alexa module brings full Alexa Voice Service The Chroma Connect module is the control center for all Chroma
integration to Synapse 3 for all Chroma enabled devices. Requires enabled apps and third party hardware devices. Set priorities for
active microphone and Amazon Alexa account. A 2 your favorite games, and enable other RGB devices to sync with
7 Razer Chroma for a truly immersive gaming experience.
CHROMA STUDIO © CHROMA VISUALIZER ©
Unlock advanced Razer Chroma™ capabilities with Chroma Studio The Chroma Visualizer syncs all your Chroma enabled devices and
that allows you to create multiple lighting effects synchronized
smart lights with the media you're playing for a fun and immersive
across all your devices, while following the exact placement of your listening experience. Set the mood of your room whenever you're
devices on your desktop. Manage all your Chroma enabled games playing music or watching a video and even have it automatically
and programs via the Chroma Apps tab activate with any of your favourite media applications.
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PHILIPS Enter a new level of immersion with the Philips Hue Module. Watch Bring powerful macros to your favorite games with Macro module.
as your Razer Chroma enabled devices sync with your Hue Bridge, Easily create a string of complex button presses, and then precisely
Q and let your gaming experience transcend the screen and go execute game-winning combinations with a single press
beyond your peripherals. Sync with your Philips Hue bridge via the
Hue tab
Global Shortcuts
Bind operations or Razer Synapse functions to custom key-combinations from any Razer Synapse-
enabled device inputs which apply across all device profiles.
Only Razer Synapse-enabled device inputs will be recognized.
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SHORTCUTS
Global shortcuts are custom key combinations that work across all device profiles. This feature only
works for Razer Synapse 3-enabled device inputs.
ADD A SHORTCUT
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ACCESSORY TAB
The Accessory tab is the main tab for your Razer Chroma ARGB Controller. From here, you'd be able
to configure the properties of connected ARGB strips or devices, customize ARGB LED strip bends
(if applicable) and the lighting effect of any or all connected devices. Changes made under this tab
are automatically saved to your system and cloud storage.
Customize
The Customize subtab displays all ports with connected ARGB strips or devices. You may also use
this subtab in determining the type of ARGB strip or device connected to each port and identifying
the number of LEDs on each connected ARGB device.
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By default, the ARGB controller is set to Auto-detect ( À ). This allows Razer Synapse to
automatically detect all ports with connected ARGB devices on startup.
Upon connecting and/or removing devices from any port, clicking on the Refresh button (© ) will
allow you to manually trigger device detection on all ports. Active ports will then be re-displayed
while all inactive ports will immediately be removed.
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Active ports will automatically be displayed together with the estimated LED count of its
corresponding strip or device.
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On each active Port, you'd be able to modify the following settings:
" Device Type. Determines the type of device connected to a corresponding port.
" No. of LEDs. Sets the number of LEDs a connected device will have. By default, Razer
Synapse detects the number of LEDs each connected strip or device has.
=" Add 90° bend (for LED Strips only). Allows you to strategically mimic how an LED strip is
bent on your physical setup. Each LED strip can be bent up to four (4) times.
NOTE: These bends are essential if you want to customize specific sections on any LED
strip separately. However, LED-specific customizations can only be made using the
Chroma Studio module.
For more detailed information, please install the Chroma Studio module and view its
Master Guide under Settings > General.
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Lighting
The Lighting subtab enables you to customize the lighting of any or all connected ARGB strips or
devices.
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A Profile is a data storage for keeping all your Razer devices’ settings. By default, the profile name
is based on your system's name. To add, import, rename, duplicate, export, or delete a profile,
simply press the profile’s corresponding Miscellaneous button (eee ).
You can turn off the lighting of each connected ARGB strip or device by toggling the Brightness
option or increase/decrease the luminance on any port by adjusting its corresponding slider.
Alternatively, you can enable Global Brightness if you want to adjust a single brightness setting for
all ports.
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A number of effects can be selected and applied to all connected LED strips and/or devices, as
listed here:
Name Description How to set up
Ambient The LEDs will reflectthe averaged | Select or customize a screen
awareness | color on the selected screen region | region
Audio The LEDs will light up accordingto | Select a Color Boost level
meter the audio level with a default
spectrum of colors
Breathing | The lighting will fade in and out of | Selectup to 2 colors or randomize
the selected color(s) colors
Spectrum | The lighting will cycle between 16.8 | No further customization required
© cycling million colors indefinitely
Starlight Each LED will have a chance of Select up to 2 colors or randomize
e fading in and out at a random time | colors and select a duration
and duration
Static The LEDs will remain lit in the Selecta color
selected color
Wave The lighting will scroll in the Select either left-to-right or right-
direction selected to-left wave direction
If you have other supported Razer Chroma-enabled devices, you can synchronize their quick
effects with your Razer device by clicking the Chroma Sync button (E3),
Only devices that support the selected lighting effect will synchronize.
The Advanced Effects option allows you to choose a Chroma Effect you want to use on your Razer
Chroma-enabled device. To start making your own Chroma Effect, simply press the Chroma Studio
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This is a power saving tool which allows you to disable all lighting in response to your system's
display turning off.
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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 games are linked to each device's profiles or which Chroma Effect is linked to specific
games using the Devices subtab.
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You can import Profiles from your computer or from the cloud through the import button ( 41) or
create new profiles within the selected device using the add button (+). To rename, duplicate,
export, or delete a profile, simply press the Miscellaneous button ( ee + ). Each profile can be set to
automatically activate when you run an application using the Linked Games option.
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Linked Games
The Linked Games subtab gives you the flexibility to add games, view devices 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.
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To link games to connected Razer devices or Chroma Effects, simply click on any game from the
list, and then click Select a device and its profile to launch automatically during gameplay to
select the Razer device or Chroma Effect it will link with. Once linked, you may click on the
Miscellaneous button ( ee ) of the corresponding Chroma Effect or device to select a specific
Chroma Effect or profile.
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SETTINGS WINDOW
The Settings window, accessible by clicking the ( + ) button on Razer Synapse, enables you to
configure the startup behavior and display language of Razer Synapse, view the master guides of
each connected Razer device, or perform factory reset on any connected Razer device.
SETTINGS AUTO-LAUNCH
Start Razer Synapse automatically when system starts
GENERAL
Minimize to system tray on startup
RESET
THEME
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Display on-screen notifications
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General tab
The default tab of the Settings window. The General tab enables you to change the software's
display language, start-up behavior, display theme, and on-screen notifications display. You may
also manually sync your profiles to the cloud (<>) or view the master guide of all connected Razer
devices and installed modules.
Reset tab
The Reset tab allows you to perform a factory reset on all connected Razer devices with on-board
memory and/or reset Razer Synapse tutorials to acquaint yourself again with Razer Synapse's new
features on its next launch.
By resetting a Razer device, all profiles stored on the selected device's on-board memory will be
erased,
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About tab
The About tab displays brief software information, copyright statement and provides relevant links
for its terms of use. You may also use this tab to check for software updates, or as a quick access
to Razer's social communities.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer Chroma Addressable RGB Controller,
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 for support.
Don't attempt to service or fix the device yourself at any time.
=" Don't take apart the device and don't attempt to operate it under abnormal current loads.
Doing so may void your warranty.
* Only use accessories provided with the device and only purchase accessories made and/or
approved by Razer.
" Power off the device before making any relocation, modifications, and/or
connecting/disconnecting any component.
= Always handle all included accessories with care. When plugging or unplugging any
accessory, always grip its plug/connector.
* When connecting the device to your PC's power supply unit and/or connecting LED strips to
the device powered by this method, please turn off your PC first to avoid electric shocks.
=" Don'tuse orinstall the device and its components near water, moisture, solvents, or other
wet surfaces, nor expose these components to high temperatures or direct sunlight.
" Keep the device and its components away from liquid, humidity or moisture. Operate the
device and its components only within the specific temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to
45°C (113°F). Should the temperature exceed this range, unplug and switch off the device
in order to let the temperature stabilize to an optimal level.
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COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFORMATION
©2020 Razer Inc. All rights reserved. Razer, the triple-headed snake logo, Razer logo, “For Gamers.
By Gamers.”, and "Razer Chroma" logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Razer Inc. or
affiliated companies in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners.
Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
Razer Inc. ("Razer") may have copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, patent applications, or
other intellectual property rights (whether registered or unregistered) concerning the product in
this guide. Furnishing of this guide does not give you a license to any such copyright, trademark,
patent or other intellectual property right. The Razer Chroma Addressable RGB Controller (the
“Product”) may differ from pictures whether on packaging or otherwise. Razer assumes no
responsibility for such differences or for any errors that may appear. Information contained herein
is subject to change without notice.
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indirect, punitive or consequential or incidental damages, arising in any way out of distribution of,
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Product was purchased. If any term herein is held to be invalid or unenforceable, then such term (in
so far as itis invalid or unenforceable) shall be given no effect and deemed to be excluded without
invalidating any of the remaining terms. Razer reserves the right to amend any term at any time
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