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ThanksPremiumRich wrote:
Dude that is cool, the community should have more people like u who design custom keyboards and such.
Are those custom designed buttons? Like are they brown, blue, or black switches.
PS/2 connectors are pretty old and modern machines don't have them.
I think u can double the speed of the oscillator crystal through software though.
I suggest u add some table grips so the device doesn't slide on the table when u press it.
Did you try plugging it in BEFORE turning on your computer?Thnikk wrote:
edit:ps/2 doesn't work
Yeah. I tested my keyboard and it did work. I think there's a bit more to do on the keyboard side to make ps/2 work, but I don't think the trinket is actually fast enough to get over ~200hz anyway (at 16mhz.)ZenithPhantasm wrote:
Did you try plugging it in BEFORE turning on your computer?Thnikk wrote:
edit:ps/2 doesn't work
Edit 3/19/15: This was a good idea. I now have 2 testers and the offer is closed.KevEz wrote:
I know it probably cost you quite a bit to make this and that you already have a video up of you testing it but in terms of marketing, I think it would be a good idea to send a "prototype" to a "high ranked player" and have them test it out and record a liveplay to further demonstrate how good these keypads are. I think this project is a great idea and I'd buy it cause I wouldn't use a full length mechanical keyboard for anything other then OSU which makes me want to buy this but I'm just not so convinced yet.
Anyways, Keep up the great work!
I added a disclaimer to the product page so people are aware of this. There shouldn't be any problems with missing or double keystrokes, so if you're used to using a rubber dome keyboard it definitely won't be a downgrade, but I would like to find someone to test it.Gumica wrote:
I think most people here, including me, are now afraid of the latency that would cause gameplay problems
First off, I'd like to say that I'm not trying to run a business. I'm basing my prices on cost and labor, not on what else is on the market. These are just something I'm making for fun and my impetus for making them is based on my desire for them to be available a few months ago. I'm aware of my skill level, and if I was told about the polling rate I probably wouldn't have cared if there was nothing else available. At the very least, I've been transparent about it with you guys, and if you wanted to make something yourself, you now know you'd run into that wall with the trinket.chainpullz wrote:
Price seems a little steep but I don't have a good sense of the keyboard market right now. I personally don't think I could justify more than $20 and that's only if things like polling rate and such are the same as an actual keyboard in a practical sense.
The keyboard I'm using right now cost about $100, has a numpad, a handful of useful function keys, different lighting modes, and functions as an actual keyboard among other things. If we completely overlook all of the extra functionality and look at components, there are way more than 4x as many switches. Add to that the insurance of it coming from a highly reputable brand (ofc they do bulk so this does also help some with costs I realize).
Also, I'm pretty sure you can get a whole numpad for around $30.
I like this idea too. My friend wanted to get into soldering so I gave him the parts as a Christmas gift since he wanted one.PremiumRich wrote:
You can sell a do-it-yourself kit for enthusiasts along with the completely built one. You can sell the built version for a higher price since it includes your labor.
He's got one on the way, so let's see him put his money where his mouth is[ Momiji ] wrote:
He bad, ecks dee.KevEz wrote:
I'm very decent
I'll look into it, but I think it's still limited on the trinket's end to ~200hz so it wouldn't help much. Red switches are the only option for now, but if you guys have requests for others, please let me know which ones and I'll get some with my next order.NixXSkate wrote:
I'm not exactly sure how this kind of stuff works, but what if you overclocked the USB, like you would do for a WMO or IME mouse? Also, I'd like to try one, but are red switches the only option?
Also, the escape button looks awkward to press, why not put it on the right side to hit with your thumb? (I don't know if that's doable at this point in time though)
I would like to, but 4 key would have to be bumped up to a teensy since the trinket only supports 3 button inputs, which would in turn bring the price up to ~$35-50. People are still probably better off getting a cmstorm switch tester for seeing what they like, but if enough people are interested in these, I could have more of a keyswitch variety. Keep in mind that this probably wouldn't happen until a couple months from now.jesus1412 wrote:
I think you'd be better off making these with 4 keys, that allows for taiko players too. Also it's always nice to have backup keys in case some break. Also if you use 4keys I suppose you could create red/black/blue/brown/etc combinations for people to buy for testing.
Well, there is way to use several buttons with just one input pin on a trinket, like I did with my 3-button keyboard, all 3 buttons are connected to #0.Thnikk wrote:
I would like to, but 4 key would have to be bumped up to a teensy since the trinket only supports 3 button inputs, which would in turn bring the price up to ~$35-50. People are still probably better off getting a cmstorm switch tester for seeing what they like, but if enough people are interested in these, I could have more of a keyswitch variety. Keep in mind that this probably wouldn't happen until a couple months from now.
Oops, you're right. Got it working on pin 2 (analog 1).Deimos wrote:
Well, there is way to use several buttons with just one input pin on a trinket, like I did with my 3-button keyboard, all 3 buttons are connected to #0.
Unfortunately I forgot how to do it, but it's possible.
I'm getting closer to the first part[ Momiji ] wrote:
>8 keys
>all you need
>for all gamemodes
>4 types of switches
>you will become a legend in the osu community
>The Key Merchant
>everyone will buy from you
>all the money
>hi guys this is my first post on this forum lol idk i played the game for 3 hours and wtf i cant fc insaes wat do pls help thanks in advance
>BUY THNIKK'S KEYPAD
OH AND A TABLET
good luck
Plug and play for all of the operating systems I've tested, which has been Win 7, 8.1, OS X Mavericks, and Ubuntu 14.04. I think it's recognized as a generic keyboard so it should work on almost everything without having to install any drivers.Fatal3ty wrote:
Beautiful part. How to install the driver in Windows 7?
I agree, my 4 key was really just a proof of concept for myself that I could get more than one button working on a pin and have them all be recognized individually. 8 key is my next projectFieryLight wrote:
I don't think 4 pairs of different key switches is a very good idea.... If you want to try a switch, try a local electronic's shop. I think 8 keys of the same switch would be much more appealing to osu mania, taiko and std players (3 spare sets!).
KevEz wrote:
:!: NOTE: i just recieved the keypad today.
I received the keypad today and upon first impression, im going to be honest. I thought it was bad. It took a while for it to start working once i plugged it in( like literally 5 minutes) i tried from the front usb ports, the back etc. I got it connected in the front usb ports located under my disk drive and it began to work fine.
Ok so, Now its all plugged in and ready to go, i set z+x to my default keys and began playing some osu! I was beginning to get worried because... i couldnt stream for anything on them, they felt hard to press (ironically) and just uncomfortable, i felt like i could single tap and stream 2x faster with my rubber dome.
I decided to remove the o-rings because i thought they were the reasons for the problems i was having and indeed they were. It began to feel much more comfortable to actually press the keys and play with them. They do indeed make much more noise now (the o ring greatly limited the noise it made) but i believe its better then not being able to play properly with them.
I have not completely gotten used to them but once i have and when im left alone in my home (Mother would get pissed at the wonderful noise of the clicking and clacking :p) i will fully test just how better or worst this keypad makes me. Ill be uploading a comparison video between my rubberdome and this Cherry MX (RED) keypad soon.
Also the tape at the bottom of the keypad peeled the paint off of my desk LOL, it still sticks but not as much. This isnt a problem for me because the way i position the keypad to play makes it so that it doesnt move but im not sure how it will affect other players.
Edit: Also the cable it came with was too short for me but good thing i had a longer cable that worked with it.
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Another Edit: After 2 hours of usage, holy ball it feels great. 2fast4me
Granger wrote:
Interresting, Kev, do you think this massively better score is because you used the keypad or more coindence (Since Skill can flucate from day to day)?
This made me laugh. Thanks for the videoKevEz wrote:
or dont
Honestly, I'm content as long as it didn't make him worse. I just wanted people to have something tiny and customizable to play osu on. If you can play better with it too, that's awesome!Granger wrote:
Interresting, Kev, do you think this massively better score is because you used the keypad or more coindence (Since Skill can flucate from day to day)?
I'm going to update the OP at some point since that does seem ambiguous, but that post was really just part of a conversation from the previous thread. I've thought about it and upgrading the trinket to a teensy doesn't seem worth it. I've gotten enough price complaints as it is, so adding $10 to the price does not seem viable at all.SupraKyun wrote:
Is the polling rate really an issue? I'm kinda hesitating to take one just for that, considering you might upgrade it <.<
This gives me more of peace of mind. Thanks for the numbers.[ Momiji ] wrote:
od10 = 18 ms margin of error
125hz = 8ms max input lag
may I am just brain dead, but why 125hz = 8ms input lag?[ Momiji ] wrote:
od10 = 18 ms margin of error
125hz = 8ms max input lag
1000ms / 125hz = 8msDeimos wrote:
may I am just brain dead, but why 125hz = 8ms input lag?[ Momiji ] wrote:
od10 = 18 ms margin of error
125hz = 8ms max input lag
the 125hz doesn't tell me anything about input delays, it rather tells me how often the computer is checking the USB data. Which is basically 125 times per second.
I would like to see someone who is going to stream 125 beats per second. The value is kinda useless when it comes to keyboards (in my opinion).
once every 8 msDeimos wrote:
how often the computer is checking the USB data
Well, seems right.ZenithPhantasm wrote:
Input lag in ms= 1/fpsx1000+1000/pollingrate+displaylag(CRTs have no display lag whatsoever)+framebuffer
Its particularly dangerous for mouse players because mouse feels like crap unless you set polling rate to 500hz+.[ Momiji ] wrote:
Well, seems right.ZenithPhantasm wrote:
Input lag in ms= 1/fpsx1000+1000/pollingrate+displaylag(CRTs have no display lag whatsoever)+framebuffer
Also, I was only pointing out the effect of input lag variability on accuracy, but truth is that input lag also fiddles with hand synchronization.
example:
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gangsta
cursor on slider, sliderbreak
I had no idea it was so low on wacom tablets. Again, thank you guys for providing such insightful information for me any everyone else in the thread.ZenithPhantasm wrote:
Its particularly dangerous for mouse players because mouse feels like crap unless you set polling rate to 500hz+.
Input lag of default/office mice (125hz): 8ms
Input lag of gaming mice (500-1000hz): 1-2 ms
Input lag of most keyboards (125hz): 8ms
Input lag of Wacom tablets (133hz): 7.52ms
Input lag of Huion tablets (200hz): 5ms
Assuming a player using a Wacom and a 125hz keyboard, he/she only has to deal with a 0.48ms difference which is unnoticeable.
However, a mouse player using a high end mouse and a 125hz keyboard has to deal with a 7ms difference which is massive and certainly noticeable for most people (yes you can still work around it but it wouldn't be the same).
Probably not, aside from some additional keycap options. I'm settled on all of the parts for the time being. If anything, there might be a higher price teensy model for 1000hz that will be made in small quantity, but it will be identical in every other way and it wouldn't happen for at least a few weeks.SupraKyun wrote:
So the delay thing isn't really an issue, at least at my level XD. Do you think you are going to upgrade it anytime soon on anything?
Average time for first class mail is 1-3 weeks, but it averages at a little over a week in my experience. If you'd like to leave some feedback/a review here in the thread, that would be wonderful!SupraKyun wrote:
Oh okay, thank you!
Edit: I bought one! Tell me if you need some review once i receive it! I kinda live in France so i wonder how long it will take o- O
I think you mean Kev's demo video which is available for download on his profile here.UberBagel wrote:
What skin did you use during the demonstration video?
Mouse pad because mouse pads also don't slide as much so it will prevent the keypad from moving so much too.SupraKyun wrote:
Sure, i will leave some feedback once i receive it . Cloudy Keycaps with Cherry MX Red *q*.
Just wondering if the tape gonna do anything to my desktop, can the tape be sticked on wood things or maybe i stick it to my old mousepad?
I see, well i hope it will stick fine on da mousepad and the tape better last for a while XD. Now, just waiting for the keypad to come!KevEz wrote:
Mouse pad because mouse pads also don't slide as much so it will prevent the keypad from moving so much too.SupraKyun wrote:
Sure, i will leave some feedback once i receive it . Cloudy Keycaps with Cherry MX Red *q*.
Just wondering if the tape gonna do anything to my desktop, can the tape be sticked on wood things or maybe i stick it to my old mousepad?
There shouldn't be. The escape key was placed to be pushed by the side of your ring finger (which does sound pretty awkward,) but can also be used with your thumb.SupraKyun wrote:
I see, well i hope it will stick fine on da mousepad and the tape better last for a while XD. Now, just waiting for the keypad to come!KevEz wrote:
Mouse pad because mouse pads also don't slide as much so it will prevent the keypad from moving so much too.
I hope there is no disadvantage if i use the keypad with the right hand? Because i'm left handed so i'm using the tablet with my lefthand and keyboard with my right hand.
KevEz, are you only playing with the keypad now?