LightSaver V2 Group Buy

[Vintage]

^^^ This!

[blighty]

Tracking #s has been posted on the spreadsheet for those unassembled sets.

Sorry again for the delay for assembled sets.  For that reason, no more assembly in the future.

No worries on my end.  The only reason I went for assembly is that it seemed like a good price for all the parts + soldering.  The way things are now, my R5 order might drop the same time as this buy... LOL

[sakai4eva]

Elton, the shipping number returns an error.

[geniekid]

Elton, the shipping number returns an error.

I think you just need to use Korea Post tracking.  Try this.  It worked for me.

[sakai4eva]

Elton, the shipping number returns an error.

I think you just need to use Korea Post tracking.  Try this.  It worked for me.

Works wonders! Thanks!

[bianco]

thank you Elton for arranging this!
although, i just noticed that all the plates that came with my order are for v1.

robust packaging as usual


the kits


the plates

[Zombly]

I don't mind waiting I've waited this long..
It's sad to say though I've been slowly finding myself a little less uninterested in this forum, just nice to pop in once and a while though.

I appreciate all the updates Elton, either way your a great group buy host.

[cultofjosh]

Got a nice package from Korea this morning Thanks, Elton!

OMG, the packaging was insane. No way this thing was getting marred on its way here. If I have time later I'll post a pic or two of the case. Love the grey.

[tsangan]

I need me a lightsaver, elton make it happen!

[FrostyToast]

I need me a lightsaver, elton make it happen!

Someone PMd me a while ago offering his spot in the GB, maybe, just maybe you could get it off that guy in the nick of time

[tadbitnerdy]

Just received my kit in perfect condition.  Thanks Elton!

Now I need to get switches...

[cooldiscretion]

I need me a lightsaver, elton make it happen!

Someone PMd me a while ago offering his spot in the GB, maybe, just maybe you could get it off that guy in the nick of time

He PM'd me as well.  Then I saw this guy posted in the Classifieds looking for the exact Black Anodized Lightsaver he
was trying to get rid of.

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=59871.0

I'm not sure if they worked anything out though.

[tsangan]

Elton make it happen geeze I'm sure you have a couple stored up in your closet

[danielucf]

I got something LightSaver V2 related in the mail today!!!!.............a "missed you" delivery note. womp womp. I'll pick it up in the morning though!

[ApocalypseMaow]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

[elton5354]

Elton make it happen geeze I'm sure you have a couple stored up in your closet

I have one and it's for myself!

[tsangan]

Elton make it happen geeze I'm sure you have a couple stored up in your closet

I have one and it's for myself!

Don't lie to me, make it happen

:lamma:

[elton5354]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

[ApocalypseMaow]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

I thought we did... 

[Xenderwind]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

I thought we did... 

total GB failure! /sarcasm

I suggest we scrap it and move onto the viper GB  !

[StylinGreymon]

I suggest we scrap it and move onto the viper GB  !

Seconded.

Lightsavers are old and busted, anyway.
Viper is the new hotness.

[Xenderwind]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

Oh, on a more serious note.  Did you ever manage to get in touch with the acrylic people about the side window things?

[ApocalypseMaow]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

I thought we did... 

total GB failure! /sarcasm

I suggest we scrap it and move onto the viper GB  !

Elton shipped my lightsaver to tsan, I know it!
HOW MUCH IS HE PAYING YOU! TELL ME!!!

[HoffmanMyster]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

I thought we did... 

I thought we did too... But the shipping slip in my mailbox indicates otherwise.  xD  D'oh!

Off to the post office to collect!   

[ApocalypseMaow]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

I thought we did... 

I thought we did too... But the shipping slip in my mailbox indicates otherwise.  xD  D'oh!

Off to the post office to collect!   

This means someone payed for my shipping... ? or I don't have one... 
Never got any shipping info either...

[HoffmanMyster]

HOFF!!! DID WE GET LIGHTSAVERS YET!?!?!?! 

oh yeah, why didn't we combine your order with Hoff's and have it shipped together....it's cheaper...

I thought we did... 

I thought we did too... But the shipping slip in my mailbox indicates otherwise.  xD  D'oh!

Off to the post office to collect!   

This means someone payed for my shipping... ? or I don't have one... 
Never got any shipping info either...

I...don't know...  ?  I'm confused now.  But we will have to wait to find out, because...


I'm dumb.  I can't pick it up until 8am tomorrow.  xD  That was a fun trip though.   

[bianco]

it has been renamed! lightsaber 2.0

[cooldiscretion]

it has been renamed! lightsaber 2.0

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Looking nice

[quochung1989]

I have received goods but seem plate is error layout?
This is plate photo?

[elton5354]

I have received goods but seem plate is error layout?
This is plate photo?

What do you mean? This is the new layout plate which you ordered. 

[danielucf]

I can't believe how well this was packaged. It bordered on annoying because there were so many layers of protection. Needless to say everything arrived in perfect condition and I am excited to get building soon. Pictures to come later once I have time to take them.

[mrtee0]

I can't believe how well this was packaged. It bordered on annoying because there were so many layers of protection. Needless to say everything arrived in perfect condition and I am excited to get building soon. Pictures to come later once I have time to take them.

Can we change to old layout???
and why member Bianco in post  #726 has the old layout!
We need that layout to build tenkeyless style! 

[animaliaparadoxa]

I can't believe how well this was packaged. It bordered on annoying because there were so many layers of protection. Needless to say everything arrived in perfect condition and I am excited to get building soon. Pictures to come later once I have time to take them.

Can we change to old layout???
and why member Bianco in post  #726 has the old layout!
We need that layout to build tenkeyless style! 

Why do you need the old layout for tenkeyless? I know this one is different than I was expecting too but Elton did mention that we'd be receiving the 1800 plate. I had just forgotten about it when I received my order. This layout has grown on me though. Just need to have my case made and wait for keycaps to arrive.

[mrtee0]

I can't believe how well this was packaged. It bordered on annoying because there were so many layers of protection. Needless to say everything arrived in perfect condition and I am excited to get building soon. Pictures to come later once I have time to take them.

Can we change to old layout???
and why member Bianco in post  #726 has the old layout!
We need that layout to build tenkeyless style! 

Why do you need the old layout for tenkeyless? I know this one is different than I was expecting too but Elton did mention that we'd be receiving the 1800 plate. I had just forgotten about it when I received my order. This layout has grown on me though. Just need to have my case made and wait for keycaps to arrive.

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because i decide to buy plate to build for TKL! :(
and the important reason is i never buy any number kit for any keyset! :(

[nuclearsandwich]

My group buy package arrived just now with everything intact and accounted for and remarkably well packed.

I've got outstanding responsibilities that will prevent me from assembling until August. I also need to decide if I'm going to go linear, clicky, or if the jailhouse blues feel good enough to justify the pain they are to produce.

[animaliaparadoxa]

I can't believe how well this was packaged. It bordered on annoying because there were so many layers of protection. Needless to say everything arrived in perfect condition and I am excited to get building soon. Pictures to come later once I have time to take them.

Can we change to old layout???
and why member Bianco in post  #726 has the old layout!
We need that layout to build tenkeyless style! 

Why do you need the old layout for tenkeyless? I know this one is different than I was expecting too but Elton did mention that we'd be receiving the 1800 plate. I had just forgotten about it when I received my order. This layout has grown on me though. Just need to have my case made and wait for keycaps to arrive.

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because i decide to buy plate to build for TKL! :(
and the important reason is i never buy any number kit for any keyset! :(

Yeah I had to change my plans for this board slightly. I'm no longer disappointed.

On a side note: is anybody using one of the KBDLAB acrylic drawings to produce a case for their Lightsaver? Are there any considerations I need to make when sending the drawing to a laser cutter besides material thickness?

This will be my first time doing this sort of thing so I apologise for all the questions.

[danielucf]

I can't remember, are these cases hard anodized?

[quochung1989]

I have received goods but seem plate is error layout?
This is plate photo?

What do you mean? This is the new layout plate which you ordered.

I have thought plate can fit for all layout, I don't think it only for 1800 layout

[Xenderwind]

I have received goods but seem plate is error layout?
This is plate photo?

What do you mean? This is the new layout plate which you ordered.

I have thought plate can fit for all layout, I don't think it only for 1800 layout

This was discussed just a few pages back and it ultimately linked this:

I'm not including assembly option for PCB only orders.  The plate is for the new layout (1800).  Will have the same shipping date as the rest of this group buy. 

The PCB + plate sits on top of the stand offs.

[quochung1989]

I have received goods but seem plate is error layout?
This is plate photo?

What do you mean? This is the new layout plate which you ordered.

I have thought plate can fit for all layout, I don't think it only for 1800 layout

This was discussed just a few pages back and it ultimately linked this:

I'm not including assembly option for PCB only orders.  The plate is for the new layout (1800).  Will have the same shipping date as the rest of this group buy. 

The PCB + plate sits on top of the stand offs.

Ok thanks i have read uncarefully sorry

[ApocalypseMaow]

All is well Elton!!! Both V2s are with Hoff, weeeeeeeeeeeehhhh!!!

Thanks for everything elton!

[taylordcraig]

maow and hoff ship together? duely noted! I'm not sure how this could be helpful but,
 I've worked with both of you in the past with great success! <3

[sakai4eva]

Public holiday in Malaysialand... Would have gotten it by now otherwise

[Ronnn]

Can I get some help with installing the driver?
After I install the flip program, I run it, then select ATmega3204 device, hit ok. Then unplug the keyboard, hold the flip key while plugging it back. But after I plugged it back, nothing happened. Nothing new is showing in the device manager, except a HID Keyboard Device in the Keyboards section. What did I do wrong?

[bianco]

Can I get some help with installing the driver?
After I install the flip program, I run it, then select ATmega3204 device, hit ok. Then unplug the keyboard, hold the flip key while plugging it back. But after I plugged it back, nothing happened. Nothing new is showing in the device manager, except a HID Keyboard Device in the Keyboards section. What did I do wrong?

are you using windows 8?
if the driver installation didn't pop up in the task bar, you'll have to allow unassigned drivers to install.
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-can-i-install-hardware-with-unsigned-drivers-in-windows-8/

[StylinGreymon]

So if I'm using Linux, will I have to borrow somebody's Window machine in order to use the mapping software, or use a VM, or something?

[xauser]

Hello,

in flip you have to select atmega32u4! On linux there is tmk firmware but this does just support the basic pcb options.

[Ronnn]

  After 1 day of assembling, thought I could finally type on my lightsaver. Just 1 step away, but.. I am missing a torx screwdriver.

[domoaligato]

Hello,

in flip you have to select atmega32u4! On linux there is tmk firmware but this does just support the basic pcb options.

flip works on linux http://www.atmel.com/tools/flip.aspx

I compile tmk firmware on linux and flash it with flip.

[elton5354]

Just received mine today.

Box comparison



All them paddings.


That extra protection



All the paddings combined after taking it off


Just for this set