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Belkin QODE SlimStyle Universal Keyboard Case, F5L179 Frequently
Asked Questions
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HARDWARE INFORMATION
1. What is the Belkin QODE SlimStyle Universal Keyboard Case, F5L179?
2. What devices are compatible with Belkin F5L179?
3. How do I switch ON the Belkin F5L179?
4. How many devices can I connect with the Belkin F5L179?
5. How do I pair the Belkin F5L179 with my iPad Air® or Android™ device?
6. How long is the battery life of the Belkin F5L179?
7. What is the Belkin F5L179's warranty?
8. What do the lights of the Belkin F5L179 indicate?
9. What Bluetooth® technology does the Belkin F5L179 support?
10. What is the default Bluetooth name of the Belkin F5L179?
11. Will the Belkin F5L179 connect to my tablet if it supports a lower version of Bluetooth?
12. How can I check if my tablet supports Bluetooth 4.0?
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. What do I do if I have trouble pairing my Belkin F5L179?
2. How do I forget the device?
HARDWARE INFORMATION
1. What is the Belkin QODE SlimStyle Universal Keyboard Case, F5L179?
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The Belkin QODE SlimStyle Universal Keyboard Case, F5L179 allows for tablets to be used while keeping
the folio thin and light weight, yet strong enough to offer a solid work surface. Using a new expandable
holding mechanism, the folio allows for thin / compact multiple device compatibility and maximum protection
without adding bulk. To know more, click here(http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?articleNum=156362).
IMPORTANT: Before using your Belkin QODE Keyboard, make sure to disconnect the Bluetooth® devices
previously connected to it. Also, if the keyboard layout of your device is different from that of your Hardware
Keyboard, you must change the keyboard language to update the output. Modifying only the iPad® or mobile
phone language will not change the keyboard output. For more information on how to change this on your
Android™ device, click here(http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?articleNum=211554). For more
information on how to change this on your iOS device, click here(http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?
articleNum=214484).
2. What devices are compatible with Belkin F5L179?
The Belkin F5L179 works with the following devices:
Android
Galaxy Tab® 3 - 10.1”
Galaxy Tab 4 - 10.1”
Galaxy Tab Pro - 10.1”
Galaxy Tab S - 10.5”
iOS
iPad Air®
iPad Air 2
iPad Pro® 9.7”
iPad 9.7”
3. How do I switch ON the Belkin F5L179?
The Belkin F5L179 has a dedicated ON / OFF switch at the side of the keyboard to let you switch
it ON or OFF at your own convenience.
4. How many devices can I connect with the Belkin F5L179?
The Belkin F5L179 supports one paired device.
5. How do I pair the Belkin F5L179 with my iPad Air® or Android™ device?
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This can be done in a few quick steps. For instructions, click here(http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?
articleNum=156359).
6. How long is the battery life of the Belkin F5L179?
The Belkin F5L179 battery can last up to six months.
7. What is the Belkin F5L179's warranty?
The Belkin F5L179 has a one-year limited warranty.
8. What do the lights of the Belkin F5L179 indicate?
Color
Light
Light behavior
Light Status
Blue
Flashing quickly for 30 seconds (Android)
Pairing mode for Android
Remains ON for 2 seconds then powers OFF
Successful Pair or Reconnect
(Android)
Purple
Lights flash once every second (Android)
Reconnect Attempt
Light blinks ON / OFF at 0.1 second intervals
Remove paired device (from
for 30 seconds
memory)
Flashing quickly for 30 seconds (iOS)
Pairing mode for iOS
Remains ON for 2 seconds then powers OFF
Successful Pair or Reconnect
(iOS)
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Orange
Lights flash once every second (iOS)
Reconnect Attempt
Orange light turns ON / OFF at 0.25 second
Low battery
intervals for 30 seconds. Orange
light will repeat flashing sequence every 5
minutes if keyboard is not in sleep mode.
Solid
Low battery
Solid
Charging (light will turn ON
until charging is complete)
9. What Bluetooth® technology does the Belkin F5L179 support?
It supports Bluetooth 4.0.
10. What is the default Bluetooth name of the Belkin F5L179?
The default Bluetooth name is Belkin Slim Style Keyboard.
11. Will the Belkin F5L179 connect to my tablet if it supports a lower version of Bluetooth?
No. Your tablet must support Bluetooth 4.0.
12. How can I check if my tablet supports Bluetooth 4.0?
You can check with your manufacturer if your tablet supports Bluetooth 4.0.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. What do I do if I have trouble pairing my Belkin F5L179?
If you are having trouble pairing the Belkin F5L179, start by clearing all Slim Style Keyboards from the
tablet’s Bluetooth memory slots. To do this, follow these steps:
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Step 1:
Select the device and select Forget This Device or Unpair.
Step 2:
Turn the tablet’s Bluetooth setting OFF.
Step 3:
Clear all memory slots on the keyboard by holding the four corner keys (Home Key, ctrl, Delete, Right
arrow) for 5 seconds. You will know that you’ve done this correctly when you see the light quickly flash
between red and blue. At this point, the keyboard will reboot, then afterwards, the keyboard will enter
into pairing mode.
Step 4:
Turn the tablet’s Bluetooth ON and attempt to pair again. For pairing instructions, click
here(http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?articleNum=156359).
2. How do I forget the device?
Step 1:
Go to Settings.
Step 2:
Tap on Bluetooth.
Step 3:
Under My Devices, tap the name of the keyboard device.
Step 4:
If your device shows that your keyboard is Not Connected, tap the
icon.
Step 5:
Tap Forget This Device, then OK to confirm.
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