LightSaver V2 Group Buy

[dragonken]

Some news..

TrueCustom designed a new PCB for the Lightsaver V2, so it'll take about a month longer to be ready.  Around end of May.

It'll support more layout options.  Also the 15 limit has been increased to 30.  Actually I have 30 sets ordered right now. Perfect if you guys plan on staying in.

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This layout is good and a classic cheap G80-1800 keycap set is perfect fit.

Here is my plan.




(Sorry for my bad cut and paste drawing.)

[elton5354]

That's nice. Where can I get that keyboard for cheap?

[dragonken]

That's nice. Where can I get that keyboard for cheap?

Many classic beige 1800 keycaps from taobao price at around 200 - 300 CNY. Some sets are very good in condition but it depends on luck.

[ApocalypseMaow]

Well if someone drops out, I would love to pickup one of those spots!!!
That layout is freaking perfect!

[elton5354]

There's  a few that wants in as well. We will see when the time comes.

[ApocalypseMaow]

There's  a few that wants in as well. We will see when the time comes.

Thanks Elton!

[blighty]

I like the winkeyless 1800 layout.  Still no chance for pcb only?

[Ronnn]

Probably I will go with the granite set(the gb Matt3o held at sp), coz that's the only set that I can find that comes with colemak layout and kits for different layout options. But it's so expansive for 1 set with lots of kits, costs me more than $180...I haven't even purchased sip sockets, switches, springs, lube kit, leds, usb cable. My wallet is going to cry.

[cirrus82]

I'm dying to try Round 5 keys on this (all black on all black), so I'll let you know in about a year or two once everything arrives :/

[elton5354]

I'm dying to try Round 5 keys on this (all black on all black), so I'll let you know in about a year or two once everything arrives :/

Something like this?



Yeah, no PCB only orders..

[blighty]

Yeah, no PCB only orders..

Figured.  Was fence sitting until the 1800 layout dropped.  Probably too late to the party though.  Ah well.

[DamienG]

Did I make that 20 from the US? Hope so, this look amazing. I presume we can still use the other non-8100 layout.

Has anyone asked him if he'd consider modifying the plate design to allow switch removal or better yet do it for him? Not a show-stopper though.

I could help with proxying orders but after the Phantom situation I'd only want mine proxied if we have full confidence the person doing it is going to follow through.

[)amien

[cirrus82]

I'm dying to try Round 5 keys on this (all black on all black), so I'll let you know in about a year or two once everything arrives :/

Something like this?

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Yeah, no PCB only orders..

Yes but with SA caps.  Great pic, btw.

[elton5354]

Here's the list of who made it so far.

digi
nuclearsandwich
codyeatworld
tadbitnerdy
HoffmanMyster
cultofjosh
Kfactork
cphead
ninjadoc
Jokrik
Derange
dragonken
kennyk64
Ronnn
danielucf
Lastpilot
Cirrus82
geniekid
HendyZone
pasph
Zombly
jufa
Crabby_B
sakai4eva
ryptide11
witbliz
trizkut
damieng
elton5354

[tadbitnerdy]

I will say, I like the original case better.  I like the smooth sides rather than the stepped sides.  However, I'm not paying sherry anything, and I still like the new version. 

[blighty]

Well, I put in for one anyway.  No big loss for my wallet if I didn't make it. 

[geniekid]

It's too bad there's no option for a flat case...but still glad I got in

[argcargv]

The new layout is very tempting...
TLK size with full size keyboard functions? 

[dorkvader]

WTB just the new PCB (and plate) if possible!

I plan on using it with standoffs flat on a desk.

It's too bad there's no option for a flat case...but still glad I got in

See above: problem solved!

[nuclearsandwich]

Did I make that 20 from the US? Hope so, this look amazing. I presume we can still use the other non-8100 layout.

Has anyone asked him if he'd consider modifying the plate design to allow switch removal or better yet do it for him? Not a show-stopper though.

I could help with proxying orders but after the Phantom situation I'd only want mine proxied if we have full confidence the person doing it is going to follow through.

[)amien

I'd help you pack and ship 'em Damien, or you can help me.

[geniekid]

WTB just the new PCB (and plate) if possible!

I plan on using it with standoffs flat on a desk.

It's too bad there's no option for a flat case...but still glad I got in

See above: problem solved!

I don't understand the proposed solution...

[LechnerDE]

I guess it's too late to join now anyway, but I'll keep an eye on this thread and see if others cancel their order

[nuclearsandwich]

WTB just the new PCB (and plate) if possible!

I plan on using it with standoffs flat on a desk.

It's too bad there's no option for a flat case...but still glad I got in

See above: problem solved!

I don't understand the proposed solution...

The proposed solution was to use the pcb and plate bare, without a case. Which isn't a very satisfying solution for some folks. I also believe the reply was comedic, but who knows.

[cultofjosh]

That 1800 layout is really cool. I'm tempted to try it but windows-E windows-R and windows-B (as of windows 8 ) are some of my most common keystrokes. Maybe I can try moving left control to caps lock and use that control as a winkey.

[nuclearsandwich]

Maybe I can try moving left control to caps lock and use that control as a winkey.

That's what I do with my winkeyless boards. I call it the "soft spoken" layout since there's no caps lock key at all.

[digi]

Does anyone know if the lightsaver has the option for 1.25 mods?

*edit, answered my own question, the answer is yes after looking at the layout pic again.

[cultofjosh]

Maybe I can try moving left control to caps lock and use that control as a winkey.

That's what I do with my winkeyless boards. I call it the "soft spoken" layout since there's no caps lock key at all.

Hah! I like that description.

[WinterIsle]

Any chance for only buying the pcb? Plan to just replace old pcb to try new layout and use back the casing.

[Sifo]

Any chance for only buying the pcb? Plan to just replace old pcb to try new layout and use back the casing.

Yeah, no PCB only orders..

Unfortunately

[Sniping]

Maximum order quantity extension v2?

[GeeNDL82]

elton

The PCB of light saver v2 can use for light saver v1 keyboard???

[ApocalypseMaow]

Maximum order quantity extension v2?

I'm hoping for the same 

[blighty]

Hey, maybe people will jump off to get the v1 from sherry's site? 

[cphead]

Hey, maybe people will jump off to get the v1 from sherry's site? 

And risk orders with missing stuff with no communication? )

[Kfactork]

Hey, maybe people will jump off to get the v1 from sherry's site? 

And risk orders with missing stuff with no communication? )

Seriously, I would have bought a bunch of stuff from originative if not for the lack of communication 

[NikoGasm]

Edit: Read back and noticed orders are already capped. 

[elton5354]

Here is the form for the assembly options.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bNfp2IDxZSUid7v6SOlnol1BAgkt82n4DeK074dbd38/viewform

It's on the first page as well.

The default colour for switch stickers is purple

[digi]

Here is the form for the assembly options.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bNfp2IDxZSUid7v6SOlnol1BAgkt82n4DeK074dbd38/viewform

It's on the first page as well.

The default colour for switch stickers is purple

should we complete the form now?

[pasph]

Prices?

[LechnerDE]

Here is the form for the assembly options.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bNfp2IDxZSUid7v6SOlnol1BAgkt82n4DeK074dbd38/viewform

It's on the first page as well.

The default colour for switch stickers is purple

Shouldn't there be a numpad option with 2u "+" and 2u "Enter" key on the right side?

Like in this picture:

[elton5354]

You'd have to choose numpad option 2 (b) and numpad option 3 (b)

Price is in OP, $70.  You can fill in the form if you want assembly and is in the 30 list.

[pasph]

How much for swapping springs?

[digi]

thanks elton, so for the led layout and it says to send a pic to you or duck? or can there be a place to add an attachment to the form and we just upload it directly to the form?

[elton5354]

$8 for spring swapping.

I'm not sure if you can attach a picture on the form? If you know how, let me know..otherwise upload a picture and put the link in the text box

[digi]

otherwise upload a picture and put the link in the text box

i'll do that, thanks

[LechnerDE]

I just filled out both forms in case someone drops out.

I can't believe I missed the start of this GB, because I was on the road for two weeks and only superficially checked Geekhacked on my Smartphone

[digi]

by selecting the led color, does that mean they will install leds on every switch?

[elton5354]

I guess so otherwise if you want customized LED positions, there's that part there.  $10 extra though...:O

[digi]

I really wish clear switches were an option, lol. Still debating switch type, ugh.

[cphead]

If we choose custom LED options can we get more colors than white, blue, and red?