Author Topic: RACE Keyboard - OFFICIAL PRE-ORDER / PRE-PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS!! (Read 236584 times)

iMav · « **on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 09:40:40 »

*** Orders accepted for non-EU countries only***

Pricing is as follows:
$105 - MX-Blue
$110 - MX-Brown
$105 - MX-Black
$115 - MX-Red
$35 - white keycap set (purchased with a RACE keyboard)
$45 - white keycap set (purchased alone)

SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENTATION AND PICS!!!! [ Attachment Invalid Or Does Not Exist ] 33448[/ATTACH]

These are available in BLACK ONLY and come with green, white, or blue LEDs. WHITE KEY CAP SET AVAILABLE AT EXTRA COST!!! (see above pricing)

Actual shipping costs will be billed to you (from Columbus, WI) after the item is received by me and shipped to you. (I would prefer to use USPS Priority Mail)

To pre-order (which involves pre-payment), do the following:

Send a paypal payment to "me@imav.org". Include your name and shipping address, your geekhack username (if you have one), email address, and the number of keyboards you want.

Example:
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Geekhack RACE Keyboard Order.
bob3212 bob@yahoo.gov (bob@yahoo.gov)
Robert Smithsom
123 Main Ave Anytown, USA
2 x MX-Blue
1 x MX-Red + White
1 x White

reaper · « **Reply #1 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 10:12:17 »

In for 1 x MX-Black and I'll send payment this Friday.

Edit: payment sent.

kaiserreich · « **Reply #2 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 10:22:40 »

-> (almost similar layout)

Race -> Noppoo
Pure -> Poker

Does that clear the stuff up?

tsangan · « **Reply #3 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 10:25:18 »

Quote from: reaper;460690

I thought they were 2 different ones. One from mainly China and the other from Taiwan (KBC with the Race & KBTalking Pure).

Quote from: kaiserreich;460691

-> (almost similar layout)

Race -> Noppoo
Pure -> Poker

Does that clear the stuff up?

Ahhh kk I'll have to remember that. I wanted the one that's like the Poker

DrTrivial · « **Reply #4 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 13:54:50 »

Does anyone have any idea if this works fine with OS X? I couldn't find any info and the OS listed are all windows variants.

Brendan · « **Reply #5 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 15:45:44 »

1 x MX Black for me!

GenjiN · « **Reply #6 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 16:19:46 »

1 x MX Brown for me. Will place order later this week.

Question about keycaps: In the PDF it says "Black and White keycap for option" under the keyboard features section. Does this mean we can get all 82 white keys? If so, are these white keycaps designed to allow the green back-lighting to shine through like the original black keycaps? Would the casing remain black as well? Pics would be nice if this is an option. Thanks in advance.

keyboardlover · « **Reply #7 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 17:42:09 »

One nice thing is it's easy to mod to whatever switches you want, being that it's PCB-mounted. Ergo clears or whatever, anything.

Dox · « **Reply #8 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 17:43:34 »

Quote from: keyboardlover;460951

One nice thing is it's easy to mod to whatever switches you want, being that it's PCB-mounted. Ergo clears or whatever, anything.

Not that easy, you still have to desolder the leds to remove the top part of the switch.

sordna · « **Reply #9 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 17:53:23 »

The documentation says N-Key rollover in USB interface. Does this mean that the RACE will have issues with Mac (not working) or Linux (ie some LED's not working) like the Choc mini does ?

dorkvader · « **Reply #10 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 19:20:34 »

Quote from: dante;460917

Not being negative Nancy but is their any reason to buy this over the Noppoo Choc Mini if you don't care about the backlighting?

There's a good chance this'll work better in mac/linux (though I am still waiting for word on this to be sure)

Also, if you look in the manual, there's options to change some key functionality around with DIP switches (everyone loves it!)

Finally, I like the arrow keys on this a lot better. I plan on getting one, if some questions in this topic are answered, and depending on the cutoff date is.

pitashen · « **Reply #11 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 19:26:46 »

wow, good job iMav!

iMav · « **Reply #12 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 20:50:58 »

White is available as well. Will add those pics to the first post.

iMav · « **Reply #13 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 21:47:33 »

Updated pics added to first post.

demik · « **Reply #14 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 22:01:49 »

that white version looks tempting

i wonder why everybody is going for tiny legends tho. ducky shine also has small legends for some odd reason.

mmmty · « **Reply #15 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 22:10:50 »

Probably has something to do with the LEDs.

I think I want the white one too - 1 x MX-Red PBT-White. Does PBT cost extra?

DaemonRaccoon · « **Reply #16 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 22:20:25 »

Dammit, I can't justify another keyboard right now, but I really want one of these in white with browns.

pitashen · « **Reply #17 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 22:30:13 »

Quote from: sordna;460957

The documentation says N-Key rollover in USB interface. Does this mean that the RACE will have issues with Mac (not working) or Linux (ie some LED's not working) like the Choc mini does ?

I could head over to KBTalking forum and ask them about it. Unless iMav's got an answer to that already.

Fobbah · « **Reply #18 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 23:49:40 »

Damn that white one looks awesome. What's the deadline on this? And does anyone know if these are likely to be available via ebay later like the poker if i do miss it?

pitashen · « **Reply #19 on:** Tue, 29 November 2011, 23:55:57 »

Quote from: Fobbah;461115

Damn that white one looks awesome. What's the deadline on this? And does anyone know if these are likely to be available via ebay later like the poker if i do miss it?

Too early to tell.

Parallaxis · « **Reply #20 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 00:53:11 »

Quote from: dante;460917

Not being negative Nancy but is their any reason to buy this over the Noppoo Choc Mini if you don't care about the backlighting?

I have a Choc Mini and tried it for awhile. I'm constantly using home and end for different things. On the Choc Mini the Home and End keys are in a function layer, which takes some getting used to, but it can be annoying if you use them often. This layout seems to have those keys more accessible, which is good considering where the function key is. So at a quick glance this might be a better layout as far as that goes

CeeSA · « **Reply #21 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 04:40:19 »

are the led's in different color?
white PBT seems to be blue led
black PBT seems to be green led
or are the led white and the "color" comes from the kind of keycaps?

Laggy-gaga · « **Reply #22 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 05:57:40 »

any possiblity for shipping to me (Australia) directly from taiwan?

iMav · « **Reply #23 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 08:27:24 »

Quote from: Laggy-gaga;461178

any possiblity for shipping to me (Australia) directly from taiwan?

Unfortunately, no. They must come here first.

kaiserreich · « **Reply #24 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 08:32:49 »

Quote from: Laggy-gaga;461178

any possiblity for shipping to me (Australia) directly from taiwan?

There is probably a group buy organized by KBC via Taobao based on what ALPS.TW said.
I cannot remember where I read that.

Thion · « **Reply #25 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 11:02:51 »

@iMav: What's the reason the're not for order in EU countries? Wouldn't mind a bit higher shipping costs.

Justin2 · « **Reply #26 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 11:03:10 »

There is no backlighting level-adjust (dimming function) on this board, correct? I know there are a few modes, but I'm curious about brightness control.

Thion · « **Reply #27 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 11:06:52 »

If we mean adjusting of how bright the backlit is,
according to the manual, 5 levels of brightness adjustable via Fn Key.

prava · « **Reply #28 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 11:30:46 »

Quote from: Thion;461288

@iMav: What's the reason the're not for order in EU countries? Wouldn't mind a bit higher shipping costs.

I believe thats because somebody else will take care of us, euro-folks

Its done in plenty other group-buys and I believe makes everything easier for the organizers.

dorkvader · « **Reply #29 on:** Wed, 30 November 2011, 22:35:36 »

Quote from: Justin2;461289

There is no backlighting level-adjust (dimming function) on this board, correct? I know there are a few modes, but I'm curious about brightness control.

I believe there is: it's in the manual.
Yeah it's function + X and C

Justin2 · « **Reply #30 on:** Thu, 01 December 2011, 20:56:11 »

Quote from: dorkvader;461709

I believe there is: it's in the manual.
Yeah it's function + X and C

Thanks, it appeared that way, but after "make you know the key precise location" I wasn't sure if maybe something had been lost in translation.

Zzz · « **Reply #31 on:** Thu, 01 December 2011, 23:01:05 »

Backlit! Ordered! When can we expect these to arrive?

pitashen · « **Reply #32 on:** Thu, 01 December 2011, 23:57:52 »

Those who has the question regarding to the Mac compatibility, I have got the response from the webmaster at KBTalking forum (guy who designed the layout and tested the production sample).

As of Dec 01, he stated that he hasn't gotten the chance to try the keyboard on MacOS, so he does not know if it will work with Mac no problem.

pitashen · « **Reply #33 on:** Thu, 01 December 2011, 23:59:35 »

Quote from: sordna;460957

The documentation says N-Key rollover in USB interface. Does this mean that the RACE will have issues with Mac (not working) or Linux (ie some LED's not working) like the Choc mini does ?

Those who has the question regarding to the Mac compatibility, I have got the response from the webmaster at KBTalking forum (guy who designed the layout and tested the production sample).

As of Dec 01, the Mac compatibility is unsure. He stated that he hasn't gotten the chance to try the keyboard on MacOS.

fireball87 · « **Reply #34 on:** Fri, 02 December 2011, 11:52:34 »

That looks pretty optimum for me for what I'd want from a small layout, and I like the back light style too. That with reds would be the bell of the ball for LANs and such where I would prefer a non full keyboard, but sadly I won't be getting another keyboard until I have an influx of money.

JSchool · « **Reply #35 on:** Fri, 02 December 2011, 19:11:31 »

I worry about the keys. How are they made? Any chance the black or white might rub/chip away and allow more light to pass through?

Striketh · « **Reply #36 on:** Fri, 02 December 2011, 20:46:32 »

Gah, I want one of these but I can't decide if I want blues or browns. I already have a Filco with browns, but... gah. I don't know.

What's the deadline on this? I'm very interested.

Thion · « **Reply #37 on:** Sat, 03 December 2011, 03:11:32 »

Striketh:
Deadline will in all likelyhood depend on the # of orders. Therefore,

iMav,
could you post the current status of the orders on the first post please?

JimBobMorris · « **Reply #38 on:** Sat, 03 December 2011, 23:52:23 »

Quote from: dante;463330

iMav,

Out of curiosity is the KBT Pure on you radar for a potential future group buy?

I'm also curious about this, would love to get a KBTalking pure.

pitashen · « **Reply #39 on:** Sun, 04 December 2011, 16:20:39 »

It is still too early to talk about ordering KBTalking Pure from our end in the west as the developer is still trying to sort things out with the OEM.

Apparently there have been some unresolved difficulties that he was facing. He had even considered giving up the Pure and making them into Poker orders for those who pre-ordered the Pure or providing full refunds. Apparently some have been complaining about his holding on to the pre-order payments and the project has been delaying for quite some time.

The developer has just recently resolved some issues with the keycap samples but still yet to be able to obtain any commitment from the OEM regarding to the complete keyboard sample. He stated that he might get an concrete answer from the OEM when Race is shipped.

So, hold your breath guys..

Source (if you can read chinese): http://kbtalking.cool3c.com/article/40792?page=29

keyboardlover · « **Reply #40 on:** Sun, 04 December 2011, 16:22:36 »

Are these going to be available on ebay before the group buy gets them, like with the Poker?

pitashen · « **Reply #41 on:** Sun, 04 December 2011, 16:23:24 »

Quote from: dante;463330

iMav,

Out of curiosity is the KBT Pure on you radar for a potential future group buy?

It is still too early to talk about ordering KBTalking Pure from our end in the west as the developer is still trying to sort things out with the OEM.

Apparently there have been some unresolved difficulties that he was facing. He had even considered giving up the Pure and making them into Poker orders for those who pre-ordered the Pure or providing full refunds. Apparently some have been complaining about his holding on to the pre-order payments and the project has been delaying for quite some time.

The developer has just recently resolved some issues with the keycap samples but still yet to be able to obtain any commitment from the OEM regarding to the production sample of the entire keyboard. He stated that he might get an concrete answer from the OEM when Race is shipped.

So, hold your breath guys..

Source (if you can read chinese): http://kbtalking.cool3c.com/article/40792?page=29

ViciousXUSMC · « **Reply #42 on:** Mon, 05 December 2011, 02:31:50 »

Wow never seen this before, from looks alone I think I will like it better than the poker, its a bit larger (arrow keys yes!) and has back light!

I'll have to stay tuned to this thread to see where it goes.

I hope I can get the Poker in time to type on MX Reds to see if I like them better than browns then place an order for this with the switch type I like best.

ViciousXUSMC · « **Reply #43 on:** Mon, 05 December 2011, 21:48:42 »

Quote from: dante;464859

I sort of wish my reds were as stiff as browns at their peak (50g?) They just need a little more umph. Other than that, I love that the feel of dirt in the switch is gone.

Sounds do me the MX Black would fit you best then. After I get the Poker it will be the only switch I have not tried yet. I have Blue & Brown right now. I like them both but prefer the Brown by a good margin unless its a pure typing project so that is why I use them at work where I type a lot and the Brown at home.

I dont like how I have to let up on the key past a certain dead zone for fast typing in gaming and the tactile bump is so small already that I figure may as well take it out, so that is why Red was my next choice. Black may fit me well too, I dunno I hear things like they are a bit fatiguing to type on and I figure the lighter the touch the better.

cirE · « **Reply #44 on:** Mon, 05 December 2011, 22:56:15 »

Is the backlighting blue? The pictures attached in the OP show blue, but elsewhere I've seen Green.

pitashen · « **Reply #45 on:** Tue, 06 December 2011, 00:04:24 »

Quote from: dante;464861

If you wouldn't mind can you keep us up to date in the main forum on the Pure?

It's a damn shame - the thing that I love about the Poker and dislike about the Noppoo/Race are the custom keycaps. But then I see the picture of the white Race with the lights on and almost all is forgiven... almost...

Ya, if there is anything major, I will keep you guys posted.

dorkvader · « **Reply #46 on:** Tue, 06 December 2011, 10:23:28 »

Quote from: cirE;464995

Is the backlighting blue? The pictures attached in the OP show blue, but elsewhere I've seen Green.

I think the black one is green, and the white is blue. Lemme read through the manual to check.

pitashen · « **Reply #47 on:** Tue, 06 December 2011, 11:11:40 »

Quote from: pitashen;465027

Ya, if there is anything major, I will keep you guys posted.

KBTalking has a shipping date set for their initial pre-order batch for Pure. I'll get into more detail laterm or iMav can probably inquire possible ordering info from his Taiwan connection.

Striketh · « **Reply #48 on:** Tue, 06 December 2011, 13:15:45 »

Hopefully this is still happening on the 15th for my next pay check. I've decided I'm going to pick one up, but I need to wait till I've got the money.

The Big Lebowski · « **Reply #49 on:** Tue, 06 December 2011, 14:02:22 »

I think a white one would totally tie my desk together.

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Author Topic: RACE Keyboard - OFFICIAL PRE-ORDER / PRE-PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS!! (Read 236584 times)