Author Topic: Keycool 84 II (Read 8557 times)

jk1900 · « **on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 14:49:18 »

Hello everyone,

New to posting on the forums but have spent a good amount of time reading posts and reviews and I have become quite an enthusiast on mechanical keyboards.

I just received a Noppoo Choc Mini with mx black switches and I am enjoying typing on this keyboard quite a bit. I have previously owned a RazerBlackwidow BLUE (hated it) and a Corsair K70 RED (did not enjoy typing on the corsair, keycaps seemed bleh).

I am looking to buy a second mini or tenkeyless keyboard with red or brown switches and I have seen the Keycool come up in many conversations. Does anyone know anything about the Keycool II? I just saw it pop up on amazon and do not see any discussion on it on this forum. Any other suggestions in that price range for red or brown switches?

katushkin · « **Reply #1 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 14:53:24 »

Have you got a link to said Keycool II?

jk1900 · « **Reply #2 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 14:57:53 »

This one is identified differently from the others:

http://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Partitioning-personality-backlight-Breathing-Pc/dp/B00A7NFPGE/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A302LNMYK8KSP0

katushkin · « **Reply #3 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 15:38:38 »

Well I honestly see no difference.

jk1900 · « **Reply #4 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 15:39:42 »

It does mention something about the partitioning of the lights.

katushkin · « **Reply #5 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 16:03:43 »

Yeah. From the sounds of that it might be something like a ducky's changeable LED patterns? It doesn't carry on and explain, but you can always message them and see what's up.

If they aren't any different to previous versions, I still recommend getting one. They are sturdy, well made boards.

Fragil1ty · « **Reply #6 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 18:19:13 »

I wouldn't buy a keyboard that has back-lights, they tend to diminish the look and the quality of the printing in my opinion.

luls.

jk1900 · « **Reply #7 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 18:35:40 »

I am not a huge fan of backlights myself but I cannot find any other version anywhere else.

Do you have any suggestions? Also, I do love the functionality on my choco to have the cap and ctrl key switched. Any other boards that have this functionality ?

piglickjf · « **Reply #8 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 18:51:35 »

There's this, with reds and this one, with browns.

From what I've gathered, the Keycool models are non-backlit, and the Keycool II models are backlit.

I could be missing something though, I'm a n00b here and very well may not have any clue what I'm talking about, lol.

PigLick

Fullcream · « **Reply #9 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 18:59:49 »

Quote from: jk1900 on Sat, 11 January 2014, 18:35:40

I am not a huge fan of backlights myself but I cannot find any other version anywhere else.

Do you have any suggestions? Also, I do love the functionality on my choco to have the cap and ctrl key switched. Any other boards that have this functionality ?

You should just be able to use a program like "KeyTweak" to reprogram keys

xuanwumen · « **Reply #10 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 20:40:39 »

Keycool II backlit is upgraded version of keycool backlit I ,which has below changes:
1. backlight color options: add new colors of purple and pink. No red backlit now.
2. improved backlight partioning functionality.
3. also increase shining of the breathing lights.
4.add memorising function to record the backlight setups before sudden switch off.
5. DIY availability by modifications with different voltage and different colors LED lights.
6. Double IC chips inside for ebhanced operation.
7.Improved caps manufacturing for better touch sense and durability.

That is basically the translation of the Chinese version product spec sheet.

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jk1900 · « **Reply #11 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 20:51:36 »

I had no idea that a program like keytweak existed thank you for that Fullcream.

Thank you for the translation Xuanwumen. That is very helpful.

sClass · « **Reply #12 on:** Sat, 11 January 2014, 23:48:03 »

I just got a keycool 84 from qtan from ebay. (http://stores.ebay.com/E-sports-Gaming-equipments) Came quick and had was brand new. Many people use him to order boards and other keyboard accessories.

I think he has a white non back-lite and a kinda grey/black non back-lite one.

terran5992 · « **Reply #13 on:** Sun, 12 January 2014, 00:03:36 »

I wouldnt buy any keyboard with a layout like that

katushkin · « **Reply #14 on:** Sun, 12 January 2014, 01:48:09 »

Quote from: terran5992 on Sun, 12 January 2014, 00:03:36

I wouldnt buy any keyboard with a layout like that

How come?

Fragil1ty · « **Reply #15 on:** Sun, 12 January 2014, 02:29:40 »

Quote from: jk1900 on Sat, 11 January 2014, 18:35:40

I am not a huge fan of backlights myself but I cannot find any other version anywhere else.

Do you have any suggestions? Also, I do love the functionality on my choco to have the cap and ctrl key switched. Any other boards that have this functionality ?

It depends what you're looking for really mate, if you're looking for a 84 key, then you've got two main options in my opinion.

The Keycool 84 or The Noppoo Choc Mini, now you can find the Noppoo on Amazon and the Keycool on Qtans store or on mechanicalkeyboards, all links below, I hope this helps.

Just a few little sidenotes;

- The keycool feels like an overall more sturdy product
- The noppoo is better to type on and has more conforming keys, but doesn't have a standard size space bar and because of this, it's almost impossible to find a replacement unless you build your own.

links:

- Noppoo
http://www.amazon.com/Noppoo-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard-Switches/dp/B00A45WK1S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1389515205&sr=8-1&keywords=noppoo+choc+mini

or http://www.vendio.com/stores/E-sports-Gaming-equipments/item/shop-mechanical-keyboard-by-br/noppoo-choc-mini-84-2m-gaming-/lid=35624907

The one on Qtans store is the latest version btw and even has a detachable usb, so that's always a nice feature (the keycool also does this btw).

- Keycool:

http://www.vendio.com/stores/E-sports-Gaming-equipments/category/cateogry1-name/catId=4190075

Enjoy, I hope this helped.

Naweo · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 22 March 2014, 17:40:47 »

Can anyone explain to me the technical differences between Keycool 84 I and keycool 84 II? I am interested if the firmware override has changed or if somekind of software is assosiated with the upgraded version.

Thank you.

Pacifist · « **Reply #17 on:** Sat, 22 March 2014, 17:42:38 »

2 questions:

Does KC84II non backlit pcb have holes for LEDs

Does KC84II still have that stupid numberpad?

xuanwumen · « **Reply #18 on:** Sat, 22 March 2014, 20:55:37 »

Quote from: Pacifist on Sat, 22 March 2014, 17:42:38

2 questions:

Does KC84II non backlit pcb have holes for LEDs

Does KC84II still have that stupid numberpad?

Here is a pic of the KC84 II. Check if there is still the stupid numberpad.

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Pacifist · « **Reply #19 on:** Sat, 22 March 2014, 21:02:09 »

Quote from: xuanwumen on Sat, 22 March 2014, 20:55:37

Quote from: Pacifist on Sat, 22 March 2014, 17:42:38
2 questions:

Does KC84II non backlit pcb have holes for LEDs

Does KC84II still have that stupid numberpad?

Here is a pic of the KC84 II. Check if there is still the stupid numberpad. )

FFFFFFFFFF

Seriously, get rid of it. I can't type on it regularly and have a numpad on the side for dedicated number input with numlock on. And who really uses that function? Its staggered all weird and is almost impossible to use quickly. If a KC84 III is ever made, please tell the engineers to remove that function or have some kind of dip switch to disable it.

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