The eBay auction is 100% legitimate:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=64670.0
I've never seen them before — really impressive.
v1.10 is now available in the OP (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=17458.0)![...]
- Added support for 'almost' PC/XT protocol keyboards, e.g. Leading Edge DC-2014.
I have tried this several times with no success.
It is my understanding that a 5th wire needs to be connected to the Teensy, but I never did it and can't really remember what it was about.
But this has been discussed a couple of times. Somebody succeeded, maybe Akimbo?
Soarers documentation says that PB7 is the 'Keyboard Reset' on a Teensy required for the pseudo-XT language of the DC-2014. Wire that to the 5th/generally unused pin on the din-5 connector and you should be set.
It seems Orihalcon uses Soarer's v1.03 firmware with that converter listed on ebay.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=62168.0;nowap
I think the latest firmware work for the keyboard with Teensy if you don't mind soldering job. Or ask Orihalcon(ebay seller) to update his converter to the latest one.
The reason these won't work with a Leading Edge DC2014 is that there's an extra pin that is required for that one that is not standard on AT. I have 2 DC2014's so I've personally confirmed that they don't work without that extra pin wired up.
Another thing I though of was to just desolder the switches out of the DC2014 and put them in a transplant AT101W.
Another thing I though of was to just desolder the switches out of the DC2014 and put them in a transplant AT101W.
This is a good plan and I have done it successfully, but if you can find a Northgate Omnikey 101 that is the ideal chassis.
Still not sure a Hagstrom converter will work with a DC2014, but I've never had one though. My reasoning is that Soarer's seems to be more advanced in every way, so I'd be surprised if the Hagstrom can do it. Soarer's didn't even support it until the later firmware versions. With a Soarer that you wire up yourself, you will be certain to have a working board at the end, and for less cost.
I use a Hagstrom KE-XTUSB to convert it from XT to USB.
DC2014's are viewed by many as being best for switch donors since the caps aren't that great and the cases tend to yellow quite easily.
the whole case and most of the keycaps are some shade of yellow.
If you really don't want to wire yours up, I can do the wiring at a similar price and test with one of my DC2014's so that you'll know it is plug and play. Just haven't opened up my DC2014's since I got them and don't exactly remember if the original wires are soldered to the board or if it's a removable plug which would affect whether or not I could put the correct connector on it to be plug and play. Kind of defeats the purpose if you end up having to still solder it in yourself once you get it, but I could at least color code it for you and send you a picture of where the wires need to go.
Necroing this thread to see if anyone has more insight. I have one of these on the way that is in very nice condition. Is there a definite guide somewhere on how to get it working over Ps2 or USB?IIRC you need a Soarer's with a reset pin.
Necroing this thread to see if anyone has more insight. I have one of these on the way that is in very nice condition. Is there a definite guide somewhere on how to get it working over Ps2 or USB?
Necroing this thread to see if anyone has more insight. I have one of these on the way that is in very nice condition. Is there a definite guide somewhere on how to get it working over Ps2 or USB?
This would be an alternative option to Soarer's converter. I belive my XT converter should work with the keyboard. Wiring and pin configuration are completely compatible to Soarer's. It would be really appreciated if you can test it and post your result in the thread.
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=94649.0
Or are you suggesting to use your firmware with another converter, or just build with a teensy and flash it with your firmware?
have to buy a pro-micro for each board, not as convenient as having a hotswappable plug.
I'd love to get a DC-2014 someday. There's a HUGE amount of history behind them! But as pointed out, they tend to go for quite a lot nowadays.
have to buy a pro-micro for each board, not as convenient as having a hotswappable plug.
You can build one of these:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58941.msg1348717#msg1348717 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58941.msg1348717#msg1348717)
@ Chyros - what is the history behind Leading Edge? I thought that they were a common-level IBM PC clone-maker in the mid-late 1980s.
There's quite a bit. I'll touch on it in another video soon. And who knows, maybe one day I'll get to tell the whole story ;) .
have to buy a pro-micro for each board, not as convenient as having a hotswappable plug.
You can build one of these:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58941.msg1348717#msg1348717 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58941.msg1348717#msg1348717)
@ Chyros - what is the history behind Leading Edge? I thought that they were a common-level IBM PC clone-maker in the mid-late 1980s.
Hi, I used the cheap pro micro to convert my Leading Edge. I have both working LE-2014, LE-3014, and LE-2214. I followed these guides and got those working:
https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=19035&hilit=internal
https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=8448
the only downfall is I basically have to buy a pro-micro for each board, not as convenient as having a hotswappable plug.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/XPmoS37.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/63A3UDe.jpg)