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Sure why not. I know some other company mass produced this layout, but a custom would be neat.
Quote from: romevi on Wed, 20 April 2016, 14:08:01Sure why not. I know some other company mass produced this layout, but a custom would be neat.do you have a link to that?
Quote from: evangs on Wed, 20 April 2016, 15:23:17Quote from: romevi on Wed, 20 April 2016, 14:08:01Sure why not. I know some other company mass produced this layout, but a custom would be neat.do you have a link to that?Something like the Scorpius 32 is approaching the same idea (Amazon link).Also, how programmable is it? I've really gotten to like the top row on my Leopold numberpad. Those 4 blank keys under the F5/F6/F7/F8 are just calling out for Esc/Tab/=/Backspace.
I've been looking for something similar for a while. Mainly looking at building/acquiring a QAZPad: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43183.0Show ImageBut it hasn't been going well and there's only 1 other guy interested in reviving the project enough to maybe reach the group buy stage. Honestly though, 45 keys is probably too much. Your design looks really intense and perhaps a little lopsided -- I think because of the gap between the arrows and the numpad. Still, I'm interested to see where this goes.
Quote from: Data on Wed, 20 April 2016, 16:55:54I've been looking for something similar for a while. Mainly looking at building/acquiring a QAZPad: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43183.0Show ImageBut it hasn't been going well and there's only 1 other guy interested in reviving the project enough to maybe reach the group buy stage. Honestly though, 45 keys is probably too much. Your design looks really intense and perhaps a little lopsided -- I think because of the gap between the arrows and the numpad. Still, I'm interested to see where this goes.Thanks for the feedback. How do you feel about the following layout?Show Image
Quote from: evangs on Wed, 20 April 2016, 17:07:46Quote from: Data on Wed, 20 April 2016, 16:55:54I've been looking for something similar for a while. Mainly looking at building/acquiring a QAZPad: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43183.0Show ImageBut it hasn't been going well and there's only 1 other guy interested in reviving the project enough to maybe reach the group buy stage. Honestly though, 45 keys is probably too much. Your design looks really intense and perhaps a little lopsided -- I think because of the gap between the arrows and the numpad. Still, I'm interested to see where this goes.Thanks for the feedback. How do you feel about the following layout?Show ImageI like this better than the other, this has the proper size to dock next to a 60 with proper alignment.
The second layout appeals to me more than the first. I normally don't use the navigation cluster, so being able to program those into macros would be a plus for me.
Considering that this is a macropad as well why not have the F keys to the right of the numpad? Just a thought.
Quote from: evangs on Wed, 20 April 2016, 17:07:46Quote from: Data on Wed, 20 April 2016, 16:55:54I've been looking for something similar for a while. Mainly looking at building/acquiring a QAZPad: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43183.0Show ImageBut it hasn't been going well and there's only 1 other guy interested in reviving the project enough to maybe reach the group buy stage. Honestly though, 45 keys is probably too much. Your design looks really intense and perhaps a little lopsided -- I think because of the gap between the arrows and the numpad. Still, I'm interested to see where this goes.Thanks for the feedback. How do you feel about the following layout?Show ImageThis has a better feel to it, but it might just be the familiarity that's appealing (that's not a bad thing). I'm curious how it would look/function with the 5 keys above the arrows also populated -- maybe as macros? Just a thought.
Quote from: Data on Wed, 20 April 2016, 19:40:36Quote from: evangs on Wed, 20 April 2016, 17:07:46Quote from: Data on Wed, 20 April 2016, 16:55:54I've been looking for something similar for a while. Mainly looking at building/acquiring a QAZPad: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=43183.0Show ImageBut it hasn't been going well and there's only 1 other guy interested in reviving the project enough to maybe reach the group buy stage. Honestly though, 45 keys is probably too much. Your design looks really intense and perhaps a little lopsided -- I think because of the gap between the arrows and the numpad. Still, I'm interested to see where this goes.Thanks for the feedback. How do you feel about the following layout?Show ImageThis has a better feel to it, but it might just be the familiarity that's appealing (that's not a bad thing). I'm curious how it would look/function with the 5 keys above the arrows also populated -- maybe as macros? Just a thought.That's an interesting idea
True, but if you have one of those sets, good chance you have F1-F5 -- all caps that you're not using if you have a 60% board. The row profile would be a little weird. I dunno, think about it. Maybe it could be an optional 2nd layout for people who might just be looking for a macro pad. There's always blanks...
I got an idea to allow for 1u keys in all of the numpad positions, so no 2u keys if you don't want.
While trimming the pcb down to the smaller size without the f keys, I got an idea to allow for 1u keys in all of the numpad positions, so no 2u keys if you don't want. I'll post some layouts and stuff tomorrow as well as plate renders
Quote from: evangs on Fri, 22 April 2016, 01:18:39While trimming the pcb down to the smaller size without the f keys, I got an idea to allow for 1u keys in all of the numpad positions, so no 2u keys if you don't want. I'll post some layouts and stuff tomorrow as well as plate rendersJust keep in mind that the compatibility of the number pad with num-pad-keys out of full size key sets may appeal a lot of people that can put their keys to use, if they are sixty users. If the design takes non standard keys, that may discourage some people that can get alternate number pads commercially available that already offer that option.
Quote from: evangs on Fri, 22 April 2016, 01:18:39I got an idea to allow for 1u keys in all of the numpad positions, so no 2u keys if you don't want.You've read my mind. Fully interested in this.
I would probably prefer the standard layout but I know some people like the extra keys.Will you be including RGB support? 4-pin low profile leds?
Is it possible to do a layout where the keypad is on the other side?
That looks great. Any price info so far?typos due to my touch screen are possible
Quote from: chuckdee on Sat, 23 April 2016, 11:01:39Is it possible to do a layout where the keypad is on the other side?Like a reversible pcb? It's possible but would require its own case top and some rework to the pcb. Not sure it's worth it for this iteration, but it's definitely something I'll keep in mind
The renders in the middle don't have the the F-keys on top / the extra 2 buttons near the 6-pack.Which one is the actual?Maybe fill in all key positions and add support for 2u keys on the left(so one could choose wether"Normal design" or an inverted one for use on the left site (swapping arrows/numpad)?
place for the controller - maybe Model M style? (so just make the casing deeper, so controller behind F-row)This would make the whole construction really flexible..
Too bad it was cut off Personally would prefer one
This is so nice that it moves me to reconsider the use of a numpad that I have not used in the last four years, keep up the good job.
Not for me, but have you considered mirroring the layout, so the arrows are on the left side? This would be better for some who still want the mouse space possibly.