Post your LightSaver keyboard photos!

[Invaderevan]

Glad I could help

I actually have another question, if you'll indulge me. On your Mac, can you turn the Num Lock on and off so that that former position types numbers and the latter has arrow keys at 2-4-6-8?

I would love to help but my LS does not have a numlock mapped :/ sorry

[Photoelectric]

Glad I could help

I actually have another question, if you'll indulge me. On your Mac, can you turn the Num Lock on and off so that that former position types numbers and the latter has arrow keys at 2-4-6-8?

That would be something you'd program into the keyboard directly as part of the keymap, independent of the operating system.  (The short answer is yes if that is how you have it set up on the keyboard itself).

[limitz]

Posting in this thread as it seems most of the troubleshooting has happened here.

I cannot program this keyboard. I've got the newest version of O2D keymapper (1.7.56), and I've gotten FLIP installed, but everytime I try to upload firmware I always get a "DFU Programmer is not found" error. I've downloaded DFU Programmer and extracted it, and it still does not work.

I've downloaded the Korean IME for 8.1, and even when I've switche to that before opening the keymapper, it still won't upload.

[Photoelectric]

Posting in this thread as it seems most of the troubleshooting has happened here.

I cannot program this keyboard. I've got the newest version of O2D keymapper (1.7.56), and I've gotten FLIP installed, but everytime I try to upload firmware I always get a "DFU Programmer is not found" error. I've downloaded DFU Programmer and extracted it, and it still does not work.

I've downloaded the Korean IME for 8.1, and even when I've switche to that before opening the keymapper, it still won't upload.

Did you install the Atmel USB drivers?  See this basic summary (but ignore the bit about magnets, that's for a different controller.  Plug in your keyboard while holding the FLIP key as noted on the diagram in the OP and look at the Device Manager list):
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35065.msg949091#msg949091

The process for updating the firmware is the same as for a KMAC, listed here (steps 8-14):
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=49647.0

To clarify, the keymapper software only creates/modifies and saves a new keymap HEX file.  It does not upload the HEX file to the keyboard on its own--for that you need to use FLIP and load the HEX file you've saved.

[Steezus]

Looks like once the Orion GB has finished Duck will work on Octagon v2 and then finally Lightsaver v3. It's been posted in the Orion v2 group buy but I figured to share it here as well. I've been dying to get my hands on a Lightsaver, ended up grabbing a RS96 but I won't miss the next the LSv3 group buy.

[bianco]

Posting in this thread as it seems most of the troubleshooting has happened here.

I cannot program this keyboard. I've got the newest version of O2D keymapper (1.7.56), and I've gotten FLIP installed, but everytime I try to upload firmware I always get a "DFU Programmer is not found" error. I've downloaded DFU Programmer and extracted it, and it still does not work.

I've downloaded the Korean IME for 8.1, and even when I've switche to that before opening the keymapper, it still won't upload.

Did you install the Atmel USB drivers?  See this basic summary (but ignore the bit about magnets, that's for a different controller.  Plug in your keyboard while holding the FLIP key as noted on the diagram in the OP and look at the Device Manager list):
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35065.msg949091#msg949091

The process for updating the firmware is the same as for a KMAC, listed here (steps 8-14):
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=49647.0

To clarify, the keymapper software only creates/modifies and saves a new keymap HEX file.  It does not upload the HEX file to the keyboard on its own--for that you need to use FLIP and load the HEX file you've saved.

if you're using windows 8 and above though, you'll have to enable unsigned drivers.

http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-can-i-install-hardware-with-unsigned-drivers-in-windows-8/

[trenzafeeds]

i have v1 and v2, both doesn't have the tabs.
must be a custom plate for the acrylic case

sharing my current lightsaber v2

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I usually think that rows of multiple artisans look really gimmicky and overstated, but the color matching looks good on this one, pulls the thing together. Very nice job  :thumb:

[KushZEN]

I've finally fulfilled my dreams of owning a LS, I'll post pictures when it arrives, but I'm glad I finally got one.

[Sifo]

Waiting for screws for blockers (from China so see ya guys in 2016)

No LEDs, need a new PCB for that.

[WinterIsle]

I assemble mine two months ago after letting it collect dust for almost a year.

Build Log: http://imgur.com/a/pfbC0




JT Purple-White: http://imgur.com/a/KyNtH

[fknraiden]

I assemble mine two months ago after letting it collect dust for almost a year.

Build Log: http://imgur.com/a/pfbC0

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JT Purple-White: http://imgur.com/a/KyNtH

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Nice Red Scarf 

[WinterIsle]

Nice Red Scarf 

Yup, Red Scarf case 
Here's a typing test, please pardon me the 40wpm speed.

[64rky]

Hello all you Lightsaver lovers....

I have finally got my first lightsaver, and I think it has some default programming going on... I am not sure if this is the correct thread, if it isn't please could you point me to the correct one and I'll be on my way

I've linked to this picture for key reference (source: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=56877.msg1462227#msg1462227):


So all the keys seem to work, the problem is, the "pause" key (F13) and Scroll Lock (F15) keys seem to not show up on the key tester (Aqua). I am not sure if this is because these keys have not been programmed yet, and therefore not showing? Is this normal, I haven't even tried programming the board... the firmware looks scary... does anyone have the file to map the keys so they are like the above image?

Thanks so much, I am a n00b! 

[Sifo]

Hello all you Lightsaver lovers....

I have finally got my first lightsaver, and I think it has some default programming going on... I am not sure if this is the correct thread, if it isn't please could you point me to the correct one and I'll be on my way

I've linked to this picture for key reference (source: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=56877.msg1462227#msg1462227):

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So all the keys seem to work, the problem is, the "pause" key (F13) and Scroll Lock (F15) keys seem to not show up on the key tester (Aqua). I am not sure if this is because these keys have not been programmed yet, and therefore not showing? Is this normal, I haven't even tried programming the board... the firmware looks scary... does anyone have the file to map the keys so they are like the above image?

Thanks so much, I am a n00b!  :-[

Use O2D's

http://duck0113.tistory.com/84

[64rky]

Hello all you Lightsaver lovers....

I have finally got my first lightsaver, and I think it has some default programming going on... I am not sure if this is the correct thread, if it isn't please could you point me to the correct one and I'll be on my way

I've linked to this picture for key reference (source: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=56877.msg1462227#msg1462227):

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So all the keys seem to work, the problem is, the "pause" key (F13) and Scroll Lock (F15) keys seem to not show up on the key tester (Aqua). I am not sure if this is because these keys have not been programmed yet, and therefore not showing? Is this normal, I haven't even tried programming the board... the firmware looks scary... does anyone have the file to map the keys so they are like the above image?

Thanks so much, I am a n00b!  :-[

Use O2D's

http://duck0113.tistory.com/84

Thank you for the advice, I have downloaded and will have a look. I just don't want to mess up what I have at the moment :|

[rowdy]

Hello all you Lightsaver lovers....

I have finally got my first lightsaver, and I think it has some default programming going on... I am not sure if this is the correct thread, if it isn't please could you point me to the correct one and I'll be on my way

I've linked to this picture for key reference (source: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=56877.msg1462227#msg1462227):

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So all the keys seem to work, the problem is, the "pause" key (F13) and Scroll Lock (F15) keys seem to not show up on the key tester (Aqua). I am not sure if this is because these keys have not been programmed yet, and therefore not showing? Is this normal, I haven't even tried programming the board... the firmware looks scary... does anyone have the file to map the keys so they are like the above image?

Thanks so much, I am a n00b!  :-[

That's a very nice arrow cluster and WASD you have there, not to mention the Esc :D

[64rky]

Hello all you Lightsaver lovers....

I have finally got my first lightsaver, and I think it has some default programming going on... I am not sure if this is the correct thread, if it isn't please could you point me to the correct one and I'll be on my way

I've linked to this picture for key reference (source: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=56877.msg1462227#msg1462227):

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So all the keys seem to work, the problem is, the "pause" key (F13) and Scroll Lock (F15) keys seem to not show up on the key tester (Aqua). I am not sure if this is because these keys have not been programmed yet, and therefore not showing? Is this normal, I haven't even tried programming the board... the firmware looks scary... does anyone have the file to map the keys so they are like the above image?

Thanks so much, I am a n00b!  :-[

That's a very nice arrow cluster and WASD you have there, not to mention the Esc :D

This is not my board, I took this picture from another user, I have credited them above.

[sircheddar]

Does the lightsaver pcb itself have LEDs or just LED support ( for the bottom LEDs)

[Steezus]

Does the lightsaver pcb itself have LEDs or just LED support ( for the bottom LEDs)

The SMD LEDs are presoldered.

[sircheddar]

Does the lightsaver pcb itself have LEDs or just LED support ( for the bottom LEDs)

The SMD LEDs are presoldered.

Cool thanks for the quiz response

[Sifo]

Lightsaver v1.5 revived!

[sncbraxsc2]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

[mrboovn]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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perfect matching  :eek: :eek:

[Sifo]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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perfect

[rowdy]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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Light green LEDs?

Very nice indeed!

[sncbraxsc2]

sorry to respond terribly late:P

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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perfect matching  :eek: :eek:

thanks:)

perfect

The size, layout, and weight have all been perfect for my needs:)

Light green LEDs?

Very nice indeed!

Thanks! I've always wanted a green lightsaber

[rowdy]

Light green LEDs?

Very nice indeed!

Thanks! I've always wanted a green lightsaber

A green LightSaver is probably as close as you'll get

[vincentalpha]

hey guys, I am not sure if this the right topic to ask but I am looking for someone who has experience with lightsaver keyboard.
I bought a keyboard that use the same layout as ZZ96 (not RS3 for sure, because it doesn't use remote control to control back light) and I just learnt about the spacefn feature from TMK. I am loving that features and want to use it with my 96keyboard.
Anyone can please help me to keymap spacefn? and what's software should I use?
I created a thread here and hope that you guys can answer me over there.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=84914.0
Thanks.

[PollandAkuma]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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Wow. That is so clean!

Where'd you get those beautiful LEDs ;-;

[dubious]

If anyone happened to post more pictures of their lightsaver, I would not mind.. )

[Joey Quinn]

If anyone happened to post more pictures of their lightsaver, I would not mind.. )

Picture from 2014 when I still had my Lightsaver V1

[OfTheWild]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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Wow. That is so clean!

Where'd you get those beautiful LEDs ;-;

Um seriously, where can i get some "lime green" LEDs?! That looks amazing.

[dubious]

If anyone happened to post more pictures of their lightsaver, I would not mind.. )

Picture from 2014 when I still had my Lightsaver V1

(Attachment Link)

looks good! Wish they were offering grey again tho

I can't ever decide if I like DSA hyperfuse or GMK better.... SA is just going to make things harder 

[Photoelectric]

Project Name: Qui-Duck Jinn

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Wow. That is so clean!

Where'd you get those beautiful LEDs ;-;

Um seriously, where can i get some "lime green" LEDs?! That looks amazing.

Those are perhaps regular green LEDs?  But there are yellow-green 1.8mm LEDs you can get here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-8mm-Water-Clear-Diffused-Round-Top-Warm-White-Red-Blue-Light-LED-Diodes-/122100046749?var=&hash=item1c6dbadb9d:m:mXzKVI3VJPlEwcT9u0v7cOQ

(enter 572nm here  https://academo.org/demos/wavelength-to-colour-relationship/)

[OfTheWild]

Ah very nice! Thanks for the link to the wavelength tool as well. Thats kinda cool. You're right though, the 572nm wavelength looks to be really close to what that is in the photo.

[Zombii]

Finally got my dream board (LSv1)!
It got in from Korea about a month ago, and I recently finished converting it from MX Whites to Gateron Clears. Unfortunately, during resoldering, a couple traces got lifted (LED traces), does anyone know if its possible to jump these or otherwise make those LEDs functional? I installed SIP sockets in every switch before realizing that some traces were lifted, so currently only 3 of my LEDs are actually soldered -_-

Anyway, here's a picture, forgive the messy desk, I haven't gotten the chance to clean it recently and I spend most of my time here.



Really regretting selling my good camera...

[limitz]

Finally got my dream board (LSv1)!
It got in from Korea about a month ago, and I recently finished converting it from MX Whites to Gateron Clears. Unfortunately, during resoldering, a couple traces got lifted (LED traces), does anyone know if its possible to jump these or otherwise make those LEDs functional? I installed SIP sockets in every switch before realizing that some traces were lifted, so currently only 3 of my LEDs are actually soldered -_-

Anyway, here's a picture, forgive the messy desk, I haven't gotten the chance to clean it recently and I spend most of my time here.

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Really regretting selling my good camera...

You can easily fix those by jumping the lifted trace with a wire.

[Zombii]

Finally got my dream board (LSv1)!
It got in from Korea about a month ago, and I recently finished converting it from MX Whites to Gateron Clears. Unfortunately, during resoldering, a couple traces got lifted (LED traces), does anyone know if its possible to jump these or otherwise make those LEDs functional? I installed SIP sockets in every switch before realizing that some traces were lifted, so currently only 3 of my LEDs are actually soldered -_-

Anyway, here's a picture, forgive the messy desk, I haven't gotten the chance to clean it recently and I spend most of my time here.

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Really regretting selling my good camera...

You can easily fix those by jumping the lifted trace with a wire.

Yep, I got some help in another subforum and I'll be soldering them tomorrow hopefully.


EDIT:
And it's fixed!


my camera, however, still sucks at low-light

[Zombii]

Apologies for the double post, but does anyone know the best way to shave LEDs? Also, is there a way to change which LED toggles with numlock?

[Photoelectric]

Started general info thread on all duck kits here:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88454

Looks like image links to duck's site are all broken now due to a change in how they are hosted on duck's site.  Will have to try to revise.

[aaron6301]

Apologies for the double post, but does anyone know the best way to shave LEDs? Also, is there a way to change which LED toggles with numlock?

Shave as in take off some of the excess height? Are you using 2x3x4mm?

I shaved portions off the top of my 2x3x4's to create an angle. This eliminated the rubbing interference between the LED and keycap underside. The technique I used was angling the led at 45 or so degrees and dragging it across some 320 grit sandpaper.

In hindsight it would have been easier to use 1.8mm but I couldn't find any in my desired color, sky blue.

[Zombii]

Apologies for the double post, but does anyone know the best way to shave LEDs? Also, is there a way to change which LED toggles with numlock?

Shave as in take off some of the excess height? Are you using 2x3x4mm?

I shaved portions off the top of my 2x3x4's to create an angle. This eliminated the rubbing interference between the LED and keycap underside. The technique I used was angling the led at 45 or so degrees and dragging it some 320 grit sandpaper.

In hindsight it would have been easier to use 1.8mm but I couldn't find any in my desired color, sky blue.

Yeah, 2x3x4. I'll try that

[ctzn_voyager]

A few snaps of mine in various set ups

[Photoelectric]

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Perfection!

[dubious]

[sncbraxsc2]

A few snaps of mine in various set ups

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I really think DSA looks so good on this board. Heres my favorite picture of my Lightsaver. Dat ass is fatttt

[sncbraxsc2]

Double posting 

Dressed my lightsaver up in some fancy DCS a while ago. I'm changing the layout and caps so will update with more pics soon



I'd like to see some v3 pictures in here! 

[Invaderevan]

Double posting 

Dressed my lightsaver up in some fancy DCS a while ago. I'm changing the layout and caps so will update with more pics soon

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I'd like to see some v3 pictures in here!  :)

Looks great man!

My poor LSv3 has been in a drawer ready to solder with all the switches in, I really need to finish it and get some pics up.

[sncbraxsc2]

Double posting 

Dressed my lightsaver up in some fancy DCS a while ago. I'm changing the layout and caps so will update with more pics soon

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I'd like to see some v3 pictures in here!  :)

Looks great man!

My poor LSv3 has been in a drawer ready to solder with all the switches in, I really need to finish it and get some pics up.

Thanks! Yes, get it together, man! ;D

[Photoelectric]

A few snaps of mine in various set ups

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I really think DSA looks so good on this board. Heres my favorite picture of my Lightsaver. Dat ass is fatttt

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LSv1 is my favorite for that huge monolithic rear end :D