Setting up and connecting the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for the first time

The Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case connects with your iPad^® tablet wirelessly through Bluetooth^® technology, eliminating the fuss of using cables.

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. For more information on how to change this on your iOS device, click here.

QUICK TIP: Refer to the table below for the compatibility of your Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case.

Model Number	Model Name	Compatibility
F5L149	QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad (4th & 3rd gen) and iPad 2	iPad (3rd and 4th gen) and iPad 2
F5L151	QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad Air	iPad Air^®
F5L178	QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad Air 2	iPad Air 2

This article will guide you on how to set up and connect your Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for the first time.

Setting up the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case
Connecting the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case

Setting up the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case

Step 1:
Charge the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for approximately 2.5 hours before first use. For instructions, click here.

Step 2:
Insert the iPad and snap the clasps.

You have now successfully set up the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case.

Connecting the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case

Step 1:
Adjust the iPad to your preferred viewing angle.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the magnet at the bottom of the screen connects to the magnet on the base.

Step 2:
On the keyboard, hold down the fn and <...> pair buttons to connect to your iPad, or from the Home screen, tap the Settings icon.

Step 3:
On the Settings menu, tap Bluetooth.

NOTE: On some iPad versions, from the Settings menu, tap General > Bluetooth.

Step 4:
Tap the toggle switch to turn ON Bluetooth.

Step 5:
The keyboard will show up under Devices on the tablet. Select Belkin Ultimate Keyboard to connect.

NOTE: This process may take some time.

Now that you've successfully connected to your iPad, the keyboard will automatically turn ON when the case is set to the viewing position.

NOTE: If your iPad’s Bluetooth is turned ON, the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case will automatically turn ON. If you will use another iPad, you will have to connect to the Keyboard Case again.

If you have trouble with connecting your Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case, click here.

For more information about the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case, click on the links below:

Belkin QODE™ Ultimate Keyboard Case Frequently Asked Questions
Getting to know the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad (4th & 3rd gen) and iPad 2, F5L149
Getting to know the Belkin QODE Keyboard Case keys for iPad®