Author Topic: [GB] CA66 Custom Keyboard Kit Round 2 (Shipping Now) (Read 265536 times)

T0mb3ry · « **Reply #600 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 03:28:31 »

Awesome! Glad to see this GB moving forward. I got also my shipping notification and i can't wait to get it into my hands.

Photoelectric · « **Reply #601 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 03:43:40 »

Edit: I just got a shipping notification as well. Is the signature required for delivery of these kits, for anyone who's already received theirs via DHL?

P.S.: found that I can schedule a vacation hold with DHL for a later delivery date, so all is well.

krey · « **Reply #602 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 04:13:10 »

Sweet. Got notification that it comes on Monday.

PlayKeyboardTW · « **Reply #603 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 06:03:30 »

Hi guys. I have updated numbers for orders already been shipped out.
There are some orders with incorrect shipping details still.
So if you didn't get any notification of shipping, please expect a mail for correcting your shipping address from us later.

Extra parts will be in stock on our store after all GB orders are sent, as we said it before.
We need to make sure everyone participating in this GB receive their items correctly first.
If you are looking for any spare parts for replacement, please follow our Instagram account and Facebook page to get the first info.

Thanks guys!

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #604 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 06:03:39 »

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I've run into trouble with the Bluetooth wireless function on the keyboard. The battery I have plugged in does charge with the switch in the off position, and I have a battery tester that reads it as having been fully charged. But when I turn the power on via the switch between tab and Q, nothing happens. Any ideas?

And nevermind! Just a quick PSA/tip for people that have purchased the bluetooth PCB. The power leads on all batteries that you buy to fit this board will be reversed. When inserted into the board, the red lead should, in fact, match up with the positive (+) silkscreen on the PCB (quite obvious in hindsight, but I assumed any batteries bought with the same connector would be compatible). A detached lead that you can solder to your own battery is included, which is already in the correct orientation, so if you don't want to fiddle around with the connector, you can just snip it off and solder on the replacement provided.

do you have a picture of the problem?
I didn't understand correctly

KMK Labs.

Red wire on bottom, black on top. That how it should be, but the stock connector on batteries have it reversed so that red is on top when it's plugged in. Just swap the two around in the plastic housing for the leads or cut it off and solder on the included extra connector that comes with the CA66. So my battery (and pretty much all other batteries) will have the red wire on top when you first get them. Switch, and youre done. The connector isn't symmetrical, so that's why you have to fiddle around with the wires.
(Attachment Link)

Are those Mil Max sockets?? Supposedly, they didn't fit R1, but if they fit R2, amazing!

Yep! Socketed the entire board, and installed sip sockets for the LEDs for good measure. Here's to hoping this is end game

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fer.real · « **Reply #605 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 07:44:20 »

Quote from: Jonathan0903 on Sat, 01 June 2019, 06:03:39

Yep! Socketed the entire board, and installed sip sockets for the LEDs for good measure. Here's to hoping this is end game )

What size sockets did you use? Could you post a link?

theo313 · « **Reply #606 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 09:49:09 »

Probably these: https://www.digikey.com/products/en?keywords=7305&keywords=7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0&pkeyword=7305&v=

Mill Max 7305

Lyle88 · « **Reply #607 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 10:05:45 »

Quote from: theo313 on Sat, 01 June 2019, 09:49:09

Probably these: https://www.digikey.com/products/en?keywords=7305&keywords=7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0&pkeyword=7305&v=

Mill Max 7305

How do you know those ones are the right size though?

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theo313 · « **Reply #608 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 10:39:03 »

Because I've used these on several boards. The two common Mill Max sockets used on mech boards is the 0305 or the 7305, and the ones he pictured are definitely not the 0305. You should wait for the guy above to confirm, but for myself, I am 99% certain it's the 7305.

Lyle88 · « **Reply #609 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 10:54:36 »

Quote from: theo313 on Sat, 01 June 2019, 10:39:03

Because I've used these on several boards. The two common Mill Max sockets used on mech boards is the 0305 or the 7305, and the ones he pictured are definitely not the 0305. You should wait for the guy above to confirm, but for myself, I am 99% certain it's the 7305.

Cool, I'll wait to hear. Is there any downside to adding millmax sockets?

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theo313 · « **Reply #610 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 11:10:45 »

They can be a tedious pain in the ass to solder in, but other than that they are amazing and I use them on every board I have.

A keycap puller can pull out a switch, depending on the pin size on the switch. That bothers some people but not me.

theo313 · « **Reply #611 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 11:27:12 »

The 0305s are quite a bit less expensive, but have a longer profile than the 7305s. This shouldn't matter on the CA66 tho, it's roomy in that case. Although allegedly some people have had stab return issues (I haven't) Both are great products, imo.

https://www.digikey.com/products/en?keywords=%200305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0%20

bcbishop · « **Reply #612 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 11:34:27 »

Really intrigued by the idea of building a hot swappable CA66.

Barry, are there any differences in the Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth PCBs that would cause sockets that work in one to not work in the other?

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #613 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 12:56:40 »

Quote from: Lyle88 on Sat, 01 June 2019, 10:54:36

Quote from: theo313 on Sat, 01 June 2019, 10:39:03
Because I've used these on several boards. The two common Mill Max sockets used on mech boards is the 0305 or the 7305, and the ones he pictured are definitely not the 0305. You should wait for the guy above to confirm, but for myself, I am 99% certain it's the 7305.
Cool, I'll wait to hear. Is there any downside to adding millmax sockets?

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Quote from: fer.real on Sat, 01 June 2019, 07:44:20

Quote from: Jonathan0903 on Sat, 01 June 2019, 06:03:39
Yep! Socketed the entire board, and installed sip sockets for the LEDs for good measure. Here's to hoping this is end game )

What size sockets did you use? Could you post a link?

They are indeed the 7305 sockets. I remember seeing a GB floating around mechmarket not too long ago, might want to give it a look for better prices.

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #614 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 12:58:24 »

You can actually see the rushed solder job on the board. If you get solder in the actual socket, it's a pain to deal with, so I only applied enough solder so that the socket would stay in place. Only I (and I guess everyone here) have to know about my soldering sins

theo313 · « **Reply #615 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 15:13:12 »

You really only need a tiny tiny bit of solder on the sockets. Better to use too little and fix later than clean up an accidental bridge, speaking from experience. Be SUPER careful not to bridge to other pads.

fer.real · « **Reply #616 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 15:54:00 »

Wow, thanks for the info. I'm going to try this.

What does one use for LEDs? SIP sockets?

Rumblehotep · « **Reply #617 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 17:26:25 »

Got DHL notif on my purple, aw yiss

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #618 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 20:33:15 »

Quote from: fer.real on Sat, 01 June 2019, 15:54:00

Wow, thanks for the info. I'm going to try this.

What does one use for LEDs? SIP sockets?

That's what I'm using, yes. Mill Max sockets don't fit in the LED solder points.

jariss · « **Reply #619 on:** Sat, 01 June 2019, 21:47:48 »

Got my DHL Tracking # as well for mine

Wojciech · « **Reply #620 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 03:07:22 »

If anyone else would like to sell their ca66 I am interested. Please PM me.

iEatPuppers · « **Reply #621 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 05:51:39 »

I'm having issues with my pcb not being recognised by qmk toolbox (on win10 machine). Does anyone have any clue as to why this is happening? I can't flash my layout

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #622 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 05:53:40 »

Quote from: iEatPuppers on Mon, 03 June 2019, 05:51:39

I'm having issues with my pcb not being recognised by qmk toolbox (on win10 machine). Does anyone have any clue as to why this is happening? I can't flash my layout

Use the ydkb site that was recommended and follow the instructions under whichever version PCB you have (CAD66/CA66). Flashing should be pretty simple, hold ESC while plugging in and it should be automatically recognized. Instructions are also included in the opening post on this thread.

iEatPuppers · « **Reply #623 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 07:02:41 »

Quote from: Jonathan0903 on Mon, 03 June 2019, 05:53:40

Quote from: iEatPuppers on Mon, 03 June 2019, 05:51:39
I'm having issues with my pcb not being recognised by qmk toolbox (on win10 machine). Does anyone have any clue as to why this is happening? I can't flash my layout

Use the ydkb site that was recommended and follow the instructions under whichever version PCB you have (CAD66/CA66). Flashing should be pretty simple, hold ESC while plugging in and it should be automatically recognized. Instructions are also included in the opening post on this thread.

Thanks, that solved all my problems.

cjhard · « **Reply #624 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 09:27:49 »

I just received my CA66 from DHL, but it's missing the 1x Ti badge I ordered alongside it.

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #625 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 09:28:54 »

Quote from: cjhard on Mon, 03 June 2019, 09:27:49

I just received my CA66 from DHL, but it's missing the 1x Ti badge I ordered alongside it.

Check the foam insert in the packaging. There should be a cutout if I remember correctly from round 1.

cjhard · « **Reply #626 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 09:34:27 »

Quote from: Jonathan0903 on Mon, 03 June 2019, 09:28:54

Quote from: cjhard on Mon, 03 June 2019, 09:27:49
I just received my CA66 from DHL, but it's missing the 1x Ti badge I ordered alongside it.

Check the foam insert in the packaging. There should be a cutout if I remember correctly from round 1.

Ahh you're right, I just found it there and had to quickly "nevermind, sorry to waste your time!" to support chat just now.

Thanks! One of my RGB LED's dislodged from handling during shipping too, but should be able to solder that back in place without much frustration

T0mb3ry · « **Reply #627 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 11:08:24 »

Just got my white CA66. I have to say this is probably the most white keyboard i have seen so far. I really appreciate it.

Jonathan0903 · « **Reply #628 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 11:23:52 »

Quote from: T0mb3ry on Mon, 03 June 2019, 11:08:24

Just got my white CA66. I have to say this is probably the most white keyboard i have seen so far. I really appreciate it.

I'm so scared I'm going to scratch the finish on mine, the white is just amazing

T0mb3ry · « **Reply #629 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 11:26:29 »

Quote from: Jonathan0903 on Mon, 03 June 2019, 11:23:52

Quote from: T0mb3ry on Mon, 03 June 2019, 11:08:24
Just got my white CA66. I have to say this is probably the most white keyboard i have seen so far. I really appreciate it.

I'm so scared I'm going to scratch the finish on mine, the white is just amazing

You will need quite some force to scratch it. You don't need to be too careful with it but also not too confident. Just handle it well and it will be alright

ilezia · « **Reply #630 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 12:26:56 »

Just in case anyone is looking to part ways with theirs I'd be very interested in buying it off of you.

theo313 · « **Reply #631 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 12:53:19 »

Quote from: bcbishop on Sat, 01 June 2019, 11:34:27

Really intrigued by the idea of building a hot swappable CA66.

Barry, are there any differences in the Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth PCBs that would cause sockets that work in one to not work in the other?

Received my kit today. The mill max sockets do not fit the non-BT pcb, same as R1. The pads are a little too fat. Fits perfect on BT pcb.

bcbishop · « **Reply #632 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 13:58:15 »

Quote from: theo313 on Mon, 03 June 2019, 12:53:19

Quote from: bcbishop on Sat, 01 June 2019, 11:34:27
Really intrigued by the idea of building a hot swappable CA66.

Barry, are there any differences in the Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth PCBs that would cause sockets that work in one to not work in the other?

Received my kit today. The mill max sockets do not fit the non-BT pcb, same as R1. The pads are a little too fat. Fits perfect on BT pcb.

Thanks, theo313.

Booooooooooooo! :-)

PM_Your_Switches · « **Reply #633 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 14:16:09 »

The white looks so good! I can't wait to build this tonight and get Modern Dolch on it!

theo313 · « **Reply #634 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 14:35:14 »

Some issues:

On the BT PCB, it appears that there is a hole drilled out where the pad is (pictured, blue arrow) for the "|\" switch. Is this somehow intentional? It appears that I would have to bridge it to the closest pad there.

Non-BT PCB, it appears that two pads are drilled into, and half there, again, what's up with that and will it eff things up?

portbaron · « **Reply #635 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 15:23:49 »

Ok so make sure whether you are flashing a CA66 or a CAD66 pcb. They are different and it will look like you bricked it if you flash a hex for the wrong one. Derp.

portbaron · « **Reply #636 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 16:00:37 »

OK so how do you hook up the usb on the CA66 pcb...there is no connector or wires supplied.

Lyle88 · « **Reply #637 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 16:07:27 »

Quote from: portbaron on Mon, 03 June 2019, 16:00:37

OK so how do you hook up the usb on the CA66 pcb...there is no connector or wires supplied.

Pretty sure there should be a connector cable in there, the guy posting pictures further up has one has one

waxpoetik · « **Reply #638 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 16:24:08 »

Long wait - but it ended up great! Loving this thing.

cijanzen · « **Reply #639 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 16:55:02 »

Quote from: waxpoetik on Mon, 03 June 2019, 16:24:08

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Long wait - but it ended up great! Loving this thing.

Beauty! Mine just came in and I’m wondering if I should tell my bus driver to hurry up because there’s a new keyboard at home!

Asbrodeus · « **Reply #640 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 17:32:24 »

Did anyone else who ordered dark red receive an extremely dark purple/maroon color with a completely different back side color? $:-\$

SA royalty for color comparison

Lyle88 · « **Reply #641 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 17:54:48 »

Quote from: Asbrodeus on Mon, 03 June 2019, 17:32:24

Did anyone else who ordered dark red receive an extremely dark purple/maroon color with a completely different back side color? $:-\$

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Hmm. That looks quite similar to the photo in the OP but that colour matching between the case top and bottom is not good

Edit: on second look, it looks a lot darker but the photo in the OP is in natural light, not inside so it's hard to tell

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cijanzen · « **Reply #642 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 18:00:00 »

Quote from: Asbrodeus on Mon, 03 June 2019, 17:32:24

Did anyone else who ordered dark red receive an extremely dark purple/maroon color with a completely different back side color? $:-\$

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SA royalty for color comparison

Mine is quite dark as well but I would say it’s in the realm of what I was expecting. The bottom plate isn’t a perfect match but again, it’s not outside of what I’d consider acceptable.

On another note, does anyone know what B2 (second from top on far right) of the standard PCB is mapped to? I’m trying to ensure everything is working before soldering. Already found a loose component causing my Down arrow to not work so I’m going to try and resoldering that.

theo313 · « **Reply #643 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 18:55:31 »

Can you guys please post pics of your BT and non-BT 0CBs for comparison? Much appreciated in advance.

cijanzen · « **Reply #644 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 18:57:07 »

Quote from: theo313 on Mon, 03 June 2019, 18:55:31

Can you guys please post pics of your BT and non-BT 0CBs for comparison? Much appreciated in advance.

What do you want to see?

bcbishop · « **Reply #645 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 19:34:09 »

Just got mine, and the white finish is indeed gorgeous! Two quick questions though:

1. Is anybody else's case missing the two long rubber strips / feet that were on the last round?

2. I'm no doubt going to feel stupid once I hear the answer, but what are the white plastic washers for, and what are the little components with the yellow dots (they're loose in a bag for one of my PCBs, and part of a strip in the other)?

upintheclouds · « **Reply #646 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 19:41:37 »

Quote from: theo313 on Mon, 03 June 2019, 14:35:14

Some issues:

On the BT PCB, it appears that there is a hole drilled out where the pad is (pictured, blue arrow) for the "|\" switch. Is this somehow intentional? It appears that I would have to bridge it to the closest pad there.

Non-BT PCB, it appears that two pads are drilled into, and half there, again, what's up with that and will it eff things up?

That hole in the pad is for the pcb-mount stabilizers for ISO enter key position. The stabilizer orientation is reversed between BT and non-BT PCB, so the hole sizes and positions near that pad are different. This shouldn't screw anything up, per-se, but does seem like it will make a hot-swap build a bit harder :/

The bottom hole on your non-BT PCB is for the leg of a PCB-mounted switch to fit through.

fer.real · « **Reply #647 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 19:43:35 »

Quote from: bcbishop on Mon, 03 June 2019, 19:34:09

Just got mine, and the white finish is indeed gorgeous! Two quick questions though:

1. Is anybody else's case missing the two long rubber strips / feet that were on the last round?

2. I'm no doubt going to feel stupid once I hear the answer, but what are the white plastic washers for, and what are the little components with the yellow dots (they're loose in a bag for one of my PCBs, and part of a strip in the other)?

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1. I got the feet.

2. The SMD components are white LEDs for backlighting the Winkey and far right column.

3. The washers are for use with screw in stabs, so that you don't short any pads.

Sythe · « **Reply #648 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 20:00:01 »

I'm a little jealous seeing everyone getting their new boards.

Got my tracking, but it still just says they haven't received the package yet.

iEatPuppers · « **Reply #649 on:** Mon, 03 June 2019, 20:16:20 »

Quote from: cijanzen on Mon, 03 June 2019, 18:00:00

Quote from: Asbrodeus on Mon, 03 June 2019, 17:32:24
Did anyone else who ordered dark red receive an extremely dark purple/maroon color with a completely different back side color? $:-\$

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SA royalty for color comparison

Mine is quite dark as well but I would say it’s in the realm of what I was expecting. The bottom plate isn’t a perfect match but again, it’s not outside of what I’d consider acceptable.

On another note, does anyone know what B2 (second from top on far right) of the standard PCB is mapped to? I’m trying to ensure everything is working before soldering. Already found a loose component causing my Down arrow to not work so I’m going to try and resoldering that.

My dark red also looks purplish. I asked my brother what colour it looked like, and he mentioned that "it's burgundy depending on the lighting".

I'm happy with it though, the ano is very nice.

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Author Topic: [GB] CA66 Custom Keyboard Kit Round 2 (Shipping Now) (Read 265536 times)