The source code was released and its fully reprogrammable. Once you short the board it shows up as a Atmega board so it's extremely simply to program the LEDs and create macros.Deimos wrote:
Is the techkey card even configurable?
I also made a 2 button keyboard but used the Adafruit USB trinket (5V) instead.
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It may seem like a weird question, but could I use Alp switches with such a highly customizable board?Deimos wrote:
Is the techkey card even configurable?
I also made a 2 button keyboard but used the Adafruit USB trinket (5V) instead.
And yes, even though it's already been answered, you can modify the firmware of the board.
Never heard about such switches, if they work like the cherry mx as switcher there should be no problem. The number of usable switches is just very low - I didn't found a way to add an usable third button - so an Adafruit Pro Trinket (5V) would be an better choice since it is providing more usable pins.
looking at the non-pro version, it looks like there are 4 or 5 inputs, which means that it would be very easy to connect 3,4,or maybe even 5 switches to it. (there are 4 labeled input ports and one labeled "0" so I'm not sure about its ability to accept a signal)Deimos wrote:
The number of usable switches is just very low - I didn't found a way to add an usable third button
Any idea how these work in comparison to an arduino nano?
As for the Alp switches, they look like digital automotive switches so I think they might work?
These are ALPS switches. It is understandable how you accidentally found their close relatives, the Alp switches which are for motorized vehicles.sanguisinvia wrote:
looking at the non-pro version, it looks like there are 4 or 5 inputs, which means that it would be very easy to connect 3,4,or maybe even 5 switches to it. (there are 4 labeled input ports and one labeled "0" so I'm not sure about its ability to accept a signal)
Any idea how these work in comparison to an arduino nano?
As for the Alp switches, they look like digital automotive switches so I think they might work?
Yeah previously I had taken that ALPS was ALP plural.... But those switches are functionally the same as cherry (without support pins) so if you wire them the same as the cherry switches they should work. The biggest difference is the location of the signal pins, so if you buy a board with pre-made holes, make sure that the holes are meant for the ALPS switches. (the Techkeys are meant for Cherry) (you can also get around this by adding wire to the pins)InnocentEyes wrote:
It is understandable how you accidentally found their close relatives, the Alp switches which are for motorized vehicles
Still waiting for my switches to get here. I ordered a separate pair in case these don't show up.
InnocentEyes wrote:
Still waiting for my switches to get here. I ordered a separate pair in case these don't show up.
Hopefully it gets there soon you've had to wait forever. I'll be getting my browns tomorrow or tuesday as well as some o rings and more keycaps.
Yeah, it's not like it's been weeks since I've ordered them. I can progress without o-rings and lights, but switches are highly essential.Sorun wrote:
Hopefully it gets there soon you've had to wait forever. I'll be getting my browns tomorrow or tuesday as well as some o rings and more keycaps.
Got my stuff in and i'm actually surprised how much of a effect orings have on my blues. I'll probably solder the browns in the morning. What color LEDs should I use?
Purple, just because.Sorun wrote:
Got my stuff in and i'm actually surprised how much of a effect orings have on my blues. I'll probably solder the browns in the morning. What color LEDs should I use?
I gotta say this time the board came out nearly perfect this time around with the only flaw being the middle switch being like 0.1mm off. Not even noticeable unless you put your eyes right on top of it. Went with purple on the sides and green in the middle for the LEDs. I'll upload pics later.
The breath light(background light)
The LED diodes? I was hoping to get blue for myself.thelewa wrote:
The breath light(background light)
Also, I figured out why it's taking so long. Apparently China Post in Nanjing had some security issues and I won't be receiving the package.
I have to wait until the 20th to start a case on it to receive back my money.
Whoopee.
(UPDATE: I live in Washington State, the package finally moved at it's now in California, did some negotiating)
Any day nowInnocentEyes wrote:
The LED diodes? I was hoping to get blue for myself.thelewa wrote:
The breath light(background light)
Also, I figured out why it's taking so long. Apparently China Post in Nanjing had some security issues and I won't be receiving the package.
I have to wait until the 20th to start a case on it to receive back my money.
Whoopee.
(UPDATE: I live in Washington State, the package finally moved at it's now in California, did some negotiating)
Is it possible to use the 3.3V Adafruit Trinket Microcontroller to make an osu keyboard?Deimos wrote:
Never heard about such switches, if they work like the cherry mx as switcher there should be no problem. The number of usable switches is just very low - I didn't found a way to add an usable third button - so an Adafruit Pro Trinket (5V) would be an better choice since it is providing more usable pins.
InnocentEyes wrote:
Is it possible to use the 3.3V Adafruit Trinket Microcontroller to make an osu keyboard?Deimos wrote:
Never heard about such switches, if they work like the cherry mx as switcher there should be no problem. The number of usable switches is just very low - I didn't found a way to add an usable third button - so an Adafruit Pro Trinket (5V) would be an better choice since it is providing more usable pins.
Anyone else feel these little projects deserve there own thread? Innocent you should start one for us. Something along the lines of "Building you own mech - Project and ideas".
I've been thinking of that for the last few days. I have to make my own first. The tracking says it's in Seattle right now and that isn't too far from my town. Should be tomorrow.Sorun wrote:
Anyone else feel these little projects deserve there own thread? Innocent you should start one for us. Something along the lines of "Building you own mech - Project and ideas".
We still have yet to perfect the casing.
I use a tablet for osu
That's topic related 'cause?DJsniper20002 wrote:
I use a tablet for osu
That's what most people do. It's hard to play with a mouse or touch screen when you're trying to stream.DJsniper20002 wrote:
I use a tablet for osu
good job
My switches will likely be here tomorrow and I am working on the case now.
My homeless edition has been holding up great. This is some of the highest quality cardboard you can find 
I see the business card in the background but the lights and switches are still working. What sorcery is this?!Sorun wrote:
My homeless edition has been holding up great. This is some of the highest quality cardboard you can find
Those are the reds you're seeing in the background. Currently cased is my browns. I also have clears. Got 2 more boards left and not really sure what to do with them. Might do another red board because the soldering wasn't great on both of my reds.InnocentEyes wrote:
I see the business card in the background but the lights and switches are still working. What sorcery is this?!Sorun wrote:
My homeless edition has been holding up great. This is some of the highest quality cardboard you can find
After 10,000 years I finally have my switches. Now I just need a soldering iron, wire, and maybe my LED diodes will get here in the near future.
This is what happens when you buy from China and don't get first priority shipping.
This is what happens when you buy from China and don't get first priority shipping.
Obviously unfinished. I just need a soldering iron and I need to make a cut for the switches. Also, I changed my idea for the original design. This is much more compact and I enjoy it.
What I used so far:
Thick rubber band
Adhesive felt padding
Acrylic plastic (Plexiglass)
Adhesive paper (For putting my signature on the back)
Red Cherry MX Switches
Black translucent plastic slanted key caps
USB to mini USB cable
What I used so far:
Thick rubber band
Adhesive felt padding
Acrylic plastic (Plexiglass)
Adhesive paper (For putting my signature on the back)
Red Cherry MX Switches
Black translucent plastic slanted key caps
USB to mini USB cable
1x Adafruit Trinket - Mini Mircocontroller - 5V Logic
1x mini USB cable
2x MX cherry keys
2x Keycaps
2x LEDs
1x suitable case
?x some wire
and some amateurish program skills
1x mini USB cable
2x MX cherry keys
2x Keycaps
2x LEDs
1x suitable case
?x some wire
and some amateurish program skills
Dang, I've gotta try that out. How did you get them to stick to the bottom of the case, though?Deimos wrote:
1x Adafruit Trinket - Mini Mircocontroller - 5V Logic
1x mini USB cable
2x MX cherry keys
2x Keycaps
2x LEDs
1x suitable case
?x some wire
and some amateurish program skills
Also, what color switches?
Oh boy, the LED diodes I bought have a rounded button so they don't fit correctly. Guess I have to buy specialized diodes for Cherry MX. I'm not going to stop now because of that, though.
They work, they just have trouble going down all the way because of my narrow keycap, plus the light is too tall and has a ring around it. The picture is me showing how to activate the lights without soldering. It has to be held at a very specific angle. Try to ignore the chipped nail polish.InnocentEyes wrote:
Oh boy, the LED diodes I bought have a rounded button so they don't fit correctly. Guess I have to buy specialized diodes for Cherry MX. I'm not going to stop now because of that, though.
Update: I decided to keep them because I figured out a good way to make them work.
I cut 2 squares (14x14mm with 5mm distance) out of a piece of plexiglass and pressed the switches in the square holes. After that I sticked the plexiglass with a strong stickum on the opposite side of the selfmade woodcase. I also sticked the adafruit trinket and the bottom of the case since I couldn't find short and thin screws. After some soldering it's finished.InnocentEyes wrote:
Dang, I've gotta try that out. How did you get them to stick to the bottom of the case, though?
Also, what color switches?
This are acutally brown switches, I also have 2 greens but damn they are so hard.
Looks comfy. Did you ever try programming the LEDs to sync with the beats of a song? Seems much easier to do then on the Techkeys board which sadly I am coming to find impossible to do.Deimos wrote:
1x Adafruit Trinket - Mini Mircocontroller - 5V Logic
1x mini USB cable
2x MX cherry keys
2x Keycaps
2x LEDs
1x suitable case
?x some wire
and some amateurish program skills
They work, they just have trouble going down all the way because of my narrow keycap, plus the light is too tall and has a ring around it. The picture is me showing how to activate the lights without soldering. It has to be held at a very specific angle. Try to ignore the chipped nail polish.InnocentEyes wrote:
Oh boy, the LED diodes I bought have a rounded button so they don't fit correctly. Guess I have to buy specialized diodes for Cherry MX. I'm not going to stop now because of that, though.
Update: I decided to keep them because I figured out a good way to make them work.
Weird I didn't have a single problem with my LEDs. Yours are 3mm correct?
Because it's cheaper and it could be a fun project. A good programmable mechanical keyboard is $100-300.Kyou-kun wrote:
why not just buy a real keyboard
They are 3mm, but they are not exclusively meant for Cherry MX switches.Sorun wrote:
They work, they just have trouble going down all the way because of my narrow keycap, plus the light is too tall and has a ring around it. The picture is me showing how to activate the lights without soldering. It has to be held at a very specific angle. Try to ignore the chipped nail polish.InnocentEyes wrote:
Oh boy, the LED diodes I bought have a rounded button so they don't fit correctly. Guess I have to buy specialized diodes for Cherry MX. I'm not going to stop now because of that, though.
Update: I decided to keep them because I figured out a good way to make them work.
Weird I didn't have a single problem with my LEDs. Yours are 3mm correct?