Orion V2 Kustom TKL Group Buy

[filphil]

Is it possible to be too in love with a keyboard?

Depends... Did you put your manhood in it?

Well, things got a bit weird... Oh god the feels again... 

My board is going in to surgery.  She'll come back stronger.

[romevi]

I dunno. Jane seems to love me.

[Geekmie]

This looks awesome! But the question is how I can get one... any group buy soon?

[Steezus]

This looks awesome! But the question is how I can get one... any group buy soon?

The group buy purchase period ended around 9-10 months ago. There will be another revision in a year or so but not anytime soon.

[E3E]

Is it possible to be too in love with a keyboard?

Depends... Did you put your manhood in it?

Well, things got a bit weird... Oh god the feels again... 

My board is going in to surgery.  She'll come back stronger.

Fiphil, don't you have three of these babies, or did you give the others away as gifts or something? What became of them? :O

[Steezus]

Is it possible to be too in love with a keyboard?

Depends... Did you put your manhood in it?

Well, things got a bit weird... Oh god the feels again... 

My board is going in to surgery.  She'll come back stronger.

Fiphil, don't you have three of these babies, or did you give the others away as gifts or something? What became of them? :O

Sold one to me and gave the other to his brother. He only has one for himself.

[filphil]

It is as the steed says - mine is going under the knife right now and my brothers is happily being used for intense pc gaming.  Steezus got the third pretty soon after it landed.

[Geekmie]

This looks awesome! But the question is how I can get one... any group buy soon?

The group buy purchase period ended around 9-10 months ago. There will be another revision in a year or so but not anytime soon.

One per year~I have to wait carefully I guess

[axtran]

Too bad there's only 7 ALPS Orions. Because _those_ are the best!

[E3E]

Too bad there's only 7 ALPS Orions. Because _those_ are the best!

The 7 Samurai

[romevi]

Too bad there's only 7 ALPS Orions. Because _those_ are the best!

The 7 Samurai

Which four will fall?

[whentheclouds]

guess what movie was next on my watch list

[E3E]

So it's been asked a million times, but does anyone here have a flat acrylic bottom they wouldn't mind sparing? I'm thinking about making my own though!

[zzyjayfree]

So it's been asked a million times, but does anyone here have a flat acrylic bottom they wouldn't mind sparing? I'm thinking about making my own though!

I might have a spare one. Send me a pm

[appleonama]

Anyone have an extra plate or pcb? I'd love to buy it either. 

[filphil]

Anyone have an extra plate or pcb? I'd love to buy it either. 

Steel and pcb here

[64rky]

Anyone have an extra plate or pcb? I'd love to buy it either. 

Steel and pcb here

If he doesn't take it, I'm interested.

[rainb1ood]

Interested in any metal plate as well

[Xiro7]

I just bought one of these sets and this will be my first custom keyboard build. I joined the Zelios switch group buy, but am unsure of what else I need to purchase for this keyboard. Is anyone able to give me a list of what parts I should buy and maybe a good tutorial of how to put this thing together? Is there any software I need to test/update the LED lighting/firmware/key layout with it?

Thanks all for any help

[64rky]

I just bought one of these sets and this will be my first custom keyboard build. I joined the Zelios switch group buy, but am unsure of what else I need to purchase for this keyboard. Is anyone able to give me a list of what parts I should buy and maybe a good tutorial of how to put this thing together? Is there any software I need to test/update the LED lighting/firmware/key layout with it?

Thanks all for any help

Steezus built mine a little while back (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=78605.0)...

You will need:
- 100 1.8mm LED's (you will have some left overs, remember there are 8 extra LED's for the indicators).
- Stabilizers

I think that's it...

[Xiro7]

I just bought one of these sets and this will be my first custom keyboard build. I joined the Zelios switch group buy, but am unsure of what else I need to purchase for this keyboard. Is anyone able to give me a list of what parts I should buy and maybe a good tutorial of how to put this thing together? Is there any software I need to test/update the LED lighting/firmware/key layout with it?

Thanks all for any help

Steezus built mine a little while back (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=78605.0)...

You will need:
- 100 1.8mm LED's (you will have some left overs, remember there are 8 extra LED's for the indicators).
- Stabilizers

I think that's it...

Thanks, I reached out to him for a buying list he will need. Did you require anything on your computers to adjust the lights/colors or change the keymap?

[64rky]

I just bought one of these sets and this will be my first custom keyboard build. I joined the Zelios switch group buy, but am unsure of what else I need to purchase for this keyboard. Is anyone able to give me a list of what parts I should buy and maybe a good tutorial of how to put this thing together? Is there any software I need to test/update the LED lighting/firmware/key layout with it?

Thanks all for any help

Steezus built mine a little while back (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=78605.0)...

You will need:
- 100 1.8mm LED's (you will have some left overs, remember there are 8 extra LED's for the indicators).
- Stabilizers

I think that's it...

Thanks, I reached out to him for a buying list he will need. Did you require anything on your computers to adjust the lights/colors or change the keymap?

From a hardware perspective, that's it... for software

You download the O2D software. Here are some instructions I made for myself for the Lightsaver, the Orion uses the same software:

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=40501.13515;wap2

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51252.850
1. Change computer to Korea. Not the language but the PC itself. See sifo message.

1. Download the 02D Keymapper software

2. change your system locale to Korean (Control Panel -> Region and Language -> Administrative tab -> Language for non-Unicode Programs -> Change system locale). You need to do this so that you have arrow keys show in your software.

3. set    everything up and save to a hex file, you will need to create a blank .hex file first, save it in the same folder wwhere your 02D program exe lives.

4. Now you want to program your board, so download  and install ATMEL Flip

5. to put the Lightsaver into programmable mode, unplug the board, then press and hold the top right key to the backspace as you plug it back in.

5.a If you have not done this before, your PC will not recognize it, you should use the driver from the usb folder in the FLIP install location (eg: C:\Program Files (x86)\Atmel\Flip 3.4.7\usb), this will allow FLIP to recognize the programmable usb device (as you have now switched the board to programmable mode).

6. choose ATmega32U3 as the device.

7. Choose USB as the communication method.

8. Load the hex file.

8. Run.

[appleonama]

Here is a guide I followed for 02D keymapper

http://www.adamfalwell.com/projects/octagon/assets/-simplified-guide--duck-pcb-flash-firmware---keymapping.docx

[kacase]

 I think I have fried half of my orion 

While desoldering the ' switch's sip socket (had to replace the whole switch because it was sticky), I pulled part of the pcbs socket for the sip socket out as well. After installing a brand new switch with sip sockets and soldering it, I noticed that none of the LEDs in the third row, left and including the ' key, were lit up. Also the three left bottom SMD RGB LEDs were malfunctioning. One glimmering and vigorously switching to random colours, the others not lighting up at all. So I guess I have broken half of my orion. Unless you guys have any recommendations on how to fix it.

The typing itself works fine. Its just the lighting that is broken.

Otherwise I would like to maybe get a pcb from someone here who has a spare. I would be really happy to hear from someone!

[appleonama]

I think I have fried half of my orion 

While desoldering the ' switch's sip socket (had to replace the whole switch because it was sticky), I pulled part of the pcbs socket for the sip socket out as well. After installing a brand new switch with sip sockets and soldering it, I noticed that none of the LEDs in the third row, left and including the ' key, were lit up. Also the three left bottom SMD RGB LEDs were malfunctioning. One glimmering and vigorously switching to random colours, the others not lighting up at all. So I guess I have broken half of my orion. Unless you guys have any recommendations on how to fix it.

The typing itself works fine. Its just the lighting that is broken.

Otherwise I would like to maybe get a pcb from someone here who has a spare. I would be really happy to hear from someone!

I ruined my board as well which is why I asked for a pcb and plate 

edit: actually I ruined it quite a while back I've just been too embarrassed to mention it   

anyways you are having the same problems as everyone who has encountered this issue with flashing rgb leds. It is a design flaw in the pcb. Here is the fix for the rgb led's. I am not sure what is wrong with your led's not turning on. If you can take a photo I can help you


The issue comes from the (+) copper hole on the led. This specific hole is easily prone to damage when desoldered and it stops the flow of current. To repair this issue you need to solder a small wire from the capacitor to the (+) pad, this should fix your issue.  The led's not turning on might be the result of another damaged pad. Please take a photo and i can probably lead you to a fix.

special thanks to 02d who gave me this info

[filphil]

Sorry guys

the pcb and plate went to apple for gb cost plus shipping and fees.  If I come across any more I'll be sure to let you all know.

[rainb1ood]

Lucky apple. Im a bit salty I didnt get to buy it even though you said back on Feb 2 you'll let me know via PM if you'll decide to sell it

[filphil]

Holy ****.  I went and looked back to see our messages and looked to see if i responded to you.  It appears your sort of just fell off my radar and assure you there was no ill intent.  I used the steel plate for a little bit and decided against it and now playing with aluminum for a little bit.  Plastic vs Aluminum is the current debacle for me.  Let me message apple and see if he wants to work something out?

[rainb1ood]

Nah man its cool. After having a cup of coffee this morning I told myself to just wait for another group buy.

Sorry if my post came out as whiny or negative.

[kacase]

No worry filphil!

And thanks for the tip apple! I will upload a picture on Wednesday when I'm home rom my work trip!

[E3E]

Lucky apple. Im a bit salty I didnt get to buy it even though you said back on Feb 2 you'll let me know via PM if you'll decide to sell it

Rainblood, I gotcha bro. The Orion v2 I have coming in will have an alu and stainless plate, but I plan on just using the Alps and not the MX at all, so the steel is yours, my friend.

[Vittra]

v3 someday

 

[appleonama]

v3 someday

 

someday next year 

octagon, viper, trinity, keypad too many ducks

[rainb1ood]

Lucky apple. Im a bit salty I didnt get to buy it even though you said back on Feb 2 you'll let me know via PM if you'll decide to sell it

Rainblood, I gotcha bro. The Orion v2 I have coming in will have an alu and stainless plate, but I plan on just using the Alps and not the MX at all, so the steel is yours, my friend.

That is awesome E3E!

PM sent

[filphil]

We did it guys!

I didn't think anything negative with your post bud.  It was just uncharacteristic of me to forget about that whole exchange and am glad it worked itself out in the end. 

[rainb1ood]

Orion v2 group hug!

[Frizer]

Got the blues 

[64rky]

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Got the blues  :-*

Oh,  I like this setup!

[radio_killah]

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Got the blues  :-*

Looks like space cadet.  :thumb:

[appleonama]

Please pm me if you are interested in trading your winkeyless bluegray top for a winkey bluegray top 

[64rky]

Please pm me if you are interested in trading your winkeyless bluegray top for a winkey bluegray top 

Edit: That was blank....

I might do if the PCB came with it, I unfortunately already have my switches soldered... well not unfortunately, I love it, but you know what I mean.

[CPTBadAss]

Had a blast building one of these with R1N3 today. Can't wait for his pics

[appleonama]

Please pm me if you are interested in trading your winkeyless bluegray top for a winkey bluegray top 

Edit: That was blank....

I might do if the PCB came with it, I unfortunately already have my switches soldered... well not unfortunately, I love it, but you know what I mean.

What?

[Steezus]

Please pm me if you are interested in trading your winkeyless bluegray top for a winkey bluegray top 

Edit: That was blank....

I might do if the PCB came with it, I unfortunately already have my switches soldered... well not unfortunately, I love it, but you know what I mean.

What?

I built him his Orion so he does not have the proper tools to desolder the switches and make it winkeyless.

[appleonama]

nvm skidata clears it is

[ctrlX]

Speaking of ruining PCBs... I believe I messed up also. I had to desolder a switch and it was a real m****r f****r to get out. After soldering a new switch in, it does not register key presses. LED on that switch works though. Could I have damaged something due to over heating during the desolder process? Is it the resistor or diode maybe? I am by no means any electronics expert and this is my first custom board. So I apologize for not knowing what is what on the PCB. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers!

[riotonthebay]

Speaking of ruining PCBs... I believe I messed up also. I had to desolder a switch and it was a real m****r f****r to get out. After soldering a new switch in, it does not register key presses. LED on that switch works though. Could I have damaged something due to over heating during the desolder process? Is it the resistor or diode maybe? I am by no means any electronics expert and this is my first custom board. So I apologize for not knowing what is what on the PCB. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers!

Do you have the ability to take a macro shot of the soldering done for the switch in question?

[ctrlX]

I don't own a macro lens, just zoom lenses. I will try to make a good shot with what I have and post it later tonight.

[R1N3]

Had a blast building one of these with R1N3 today. Can't wait for his pics

Keyboard in question:

[Steezus]

Had a blast building one of these with R1N3 today. Can't wait for his pics

Keyboard in question:

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Linears with an acrylic plate, now that's interesting. How are you liking it? Nice build though.