Your First Day with NocFree &: Everything You Need to Know

1. Power On Both Halves

NocFree & consists of two independent keyboard halves, so both sides need to be powered on before use.

Left Half

The switch on the left half controls the main connection mode.

You can move it between:

• Top position: 2.4GHz wireless mode
• Middle position: Wired mode
• Bottom position: Bluetooth mode

Right Half

Move the switch on the right half to the bottom ON position.

Once both halves are powered on, they will connect with each other automatically.

2. Connect Your NocFree &

NocFree & supports three connection modes:

• 2.4GHz Wireless
• Bluetooth
• Wired USB

Choose the mode that works best for your setup, and switch between them whenever you need.

Option 1: 2.4GHz Wireless

In 2.4GHz mode, NocFree & gives you a truly wireless split-keyboard setup—no cable is needed between the two halves or between the keyboard and your computer.

How to Connect

1. Remove the 2.4GHz receiver from the storage compartment on the right half, just below the NocFree logo.
2. Plug the receiver into a USB port on your computer.
3. Move the switch on the left half to the top 2.4GHz position.
4. Move the switch on the right half to the bottom ON position.
5. Wait a moment for the keyboard to connect automatically.
6. Start typing to confirm that the connection is working.

In 2.4GHz mode, the left half, right half, and computer communicate wirelessly, so neither keyboard half needs to be connected to your computer with a USB cable during normal use.

Option 2: Bluetooth

Bluetooth is ideal if you want to use NocFree & with multiple devices, such as your computer, tablet, and phone.

NocFree & supports three Bluetooth channels, allowing you to pair a different device with each channel and switch between them whenever needed.

Enter Bluetooth Mode

1. Power on both keyboard halves.
2. Move the switch on the left half to the bottom Bluetooth position.
3. Move the switch on the right half to the bottom ON position.

Pair Your First Device

The three Bluetooth channels are:

• Fn + 1 — Bluetooth Channel 1
• Fn + 2 — Bluetooth Channel 2
• Fn + 3 — Bluetooth Channel 3

To pair a device, press and hold the shortcut for the channel you want to use for 3–5 seconds.

For example, press and hold Fn + 1. When the indicator starts flashing blue rapidly, the keyboard is in pairing mode.

Then:

1. Open the Bluetooth settings on your computer, tablet, or phone.
2. Search for available Bluetooth devices.
3. Select the corresponding NocFree & device.
4. Once connected, the indicator will briefly remain solid before turning off.

Your device is now paired with that Bluetooth channel.

Switch Between Devices

Once your devices are paired:

• Short-press Fn + 1 / 2 / 3 to switch between previously paired Bluetooth channels.
• Press and hold Fn + 1 / 2 / 3 to enter pairing mode for that channel.

On a brand-new keyboard, a short press may also start pairing if the selected Bluetooth channel has never been paired before.

If you want to pair a new device with a channel that has already been used, first disconnect or remove the previously paired device. Then press and hold the corresponding Fn + number shortcut to enter pairing mode again.

Option 3: Wired USB

Wired mode gives you a simple and reliable connection while also allowing you to access NocFree LINK for keyboard customization.

How to Connect

1. Connect the left half to your computer with a USB-C cable.
2. Move the switch on the left half to the middle Wired position.
3. Move the switch on the right half to the bottom ON position.

The left half communicates with your computer through USB, while the right half communicates wirelessly with the left half.

This means you only need one USB cable connected to the keyboard.

3. Check Battery Status and Charge Your Keyboard

Each half of NocFree & has its own battery, so the left and right halves may sometimes show different battery levels depending on how they’ve been used.

Check Your Battery Level

There are two ways to check the battery level of your NocFree &.

Option 1: Use the Fn + I Shortcut

If your keyboard is running firmware version 2.2.0 or later, press:

Fn + I

The keyboard will automatically type its firmware version and battery information into the active text field.

Look for the number that appears immediately after the letter “B”. This number represents the battery level.

Option 2: Check in NocFree LINK

You can also check the battery level through the NocFree web configuration tool.

To use NocFree LINK:

1. Connect the left half to your computer via USB-C.
2. Move the left-half switch to the middle Wired position.
3. Make sure the right half is switched ON.
4. Open link.nocfree.com .

Once NocFree LINK recognizes your keyboard, you can view the left and right battery levels in the top-right corner.

Battery Indicator in Wireless Mode

When you are using the keyboard wirelessly:

• Flashing red — The battery is low and that half of the keyboard should be charged soon.

This applies when using the keyboard in wireless mode without a charging cable connected.

How to Charge Your Keyboard

Each half of NocFree & can be charged through its own USB-C port.

To charge the keyboard:

1. Connect a USB-C cable to the half you want to charge.
2. Connect the other end to a standard USB port or a 5V⎓1A power adapter.
3. If both halves need charging, connect each half separately with a USB cable.

You can continue using the keyboard while it is charging.

Charging Indicator

• Solid red — The keyboard is charging.
• Light off — The keyboard is fully charged.

When the red indicator turns off, charging is complete.

4. Find a Comfortable Split Keyboard Position

If this is your first split keyboard, you don’t need to find the perfect position on day one.

Switching from a traditional keyboard to a split layout takes a little time, so we recommend starting with the two halves together and gradually moving them apart as your hands adjust.

Give yourself around 7–14 days to get comfortable with the new layout.

Step 1: Start Together

Begin with the two halves placed close together, almost like a traditional keyboard.

Use NocFree & this way at first to get familiar with the split layout without making a big change to your usual typing position.

Step 2: Open by About 2 cm

Once the layout starts to feel comfortable, move the two halves approximately 2 cm apart.

Keep typing in this position for a while and let your hands adjust naturally.

Step 3: Add Another 2 cm

When the small gap feels comfortable, move the two halves another 2 cm farther apart.

There’s no need to rush. Gradually increasing the distance makes it easier to adapt without forcing your hands into an unfamiliar position.

Step 4: Find Your Fit

Continue making small adjustments until you find a position that feels natural and comfortable for you.

There is no single “correct” distance between the two halves. Your ideal setup will depend on your body, typing habits, desk space, and personal preference.

Using the Tenting Base

Start with a moderate tenting angle and adjust gradually until you find the position that feels most comfortable for your wrists and hands.