类型: GB
作者:
westfoxtrot
发布时间:
2020-04-11 05:17:12
更新时间: 2021-08-26 04:06:33
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=105670.0
Update 11:
PCB numrow issue - PLEASE PLEASE only use
the information added in the following more block if you
face an issue with your PCB where your numrow is outputting
every key in its column
If you checkout the source then
please only use this for a prophet PCB that is faulty - I
offer no replacements/repairs on other PCBs built using this
firmware. If you still face issues with the PCB after using
this then please reach out to your vendor - I have a
reworked PCB testing at the moment to replace anyone with
long term faults
More
for via:
just flash this new firmware - you’ll need to
clear the eeprom by holding esc when you plug in the
board
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/729738464806830132/808726942283071498/westfoxtrot_prophet_via.bin
source:
https://github.com/westfoxtrot/qmk_firmware/tree/prophet_fix
Update 10: 2 issues to cover
- If you have a problem with your PCB where the numrow is outputting the full column we are currently testing a software based fix for this. Inital results are promising. The majority of PCBs are absolutely fine so please don’t take this as cause for concern.
-
If you have a problem with your Nylon plate that is overly
sized or overly small (some shrinkage is expected - see
FAQ at bottom of post) then please open a ticket with your
vendor so we can get a reliable report of numbers of fails
to help us scope the problem for replacements. So far this
seems to be affecting a small pool of people and I need to
get a better idea of what I need to arrange with vendors
to help solve this problem.
Update 9: It has come to my attention there is some issues with some Nylon plates. We are currently trying to gauge the scope of the issue, we have previously agreed to a resolution with the manufacturer and it seems that most of the parts are testing just fine.
Update 8: ilumkb has started shipping, expect other vendors to follow suit shortly. Thanks for everyone’s continued patience on this one, I really appreciate it.
Update 7: Parts are all finished and being packed at the factory to be sent out to vendors this week.
Update 6: e-white parts are still not finished. Current projections from my factory contact place completion at the 24th of this month at which point it should be OK to ship everything out to vendors. Apologies for the continued delays
Update 5: Nylon plates are manufactured, everything else is manufactured and finished except for the e-white parts as there was a delay with the shop used by the fab to handle the e-finishes. China is now on a week long vacation and when they’re back hopefully we’ll be on track really quickly. Sorry for the delay and thanks for your patience.
Update 4: I have been using the prophet with the new nylon plate and I am very pleased with it - I have placed the full order with the new fab this week and they are predicting 2-3 weeks to complete the work (about 300 plates total). The anodising is currently predicted to finish end of the month. Black parts are in QC now and blue is in anodising.
here’s some spoiler pics from the anodisers (nothing fancy)
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https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/583941653908160522/753519551311904768/unknown.png
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/583941653908160522/753520085619966012/unknown.png
Update 3: I have 2 sample nylon plates from new
manufacturers on the way - they should be here this week and
I’ll be able to place the order asap. Cases are all finished
manu but some are still pending anodisation as the factory
has some delays with their external anodising partner.
Currently trying to get a better idea of what impact these 2
things will have on delivery. PCBs are finished as are all
additional parts
Update 2: Case production is almost
finished - hardware has been sent for assembly to the
manufacturer. Vendors are prepped for the situation.
There
is a slight hold up with the nylon plates - the factory I
originally intended to use are unable to source reliable
material. I am currently trying to source alternatives and
will provide a better update if/when I have one. Currently
trying to make sure that we have an acceptable sample that
acts as a proof of work, I have already received a set of
samples and they’re not satisfactory in my opinion.
Update
1: Production is all booked for PCBs, cases, plates etc
Edit:
Updated pricing, added details about colours, extended to
May 1st
Hello fellow keyboard enthusiasts
Here is
the official GB thread for Prophet, a pin-mount seamless 60%
keyboard kit.
The IC thread is available here where a lot of questions
were answered
Quote there is no pressure from the top half of the
case on the plate. There are 4 pins in the corners of the
base that hold the plate in place and it rests on the lip of
the base. The theory is that the lack of downward pressure
allows the plate more freedom of movement towards the center
whilst still retaining an even pressure around the edge of
the board
The group buy will launch on 15th April and
the kit will be priced at $325 US excluding sales/import tax
and shipping. A kit includes: 1 x top, 1 x bottom, 1 x
plate, and 1 PCB. The angle of the case is 6°. It includes a
custom PCB designed by me that supports ISO/ANSI layouts
with a 7u(Tsangan) bottom row only, this will be matte
black. The case also supports any standard 60% PCB with a
type-c usb port. Mini will likely also work but it depends
on the cable. I have tested it with a hotswap PCB and it
held fine but I am not a particularly heavy typist so your
mileage might vary.
Options:
Top is available in
MX HHKB, WKL, or Standard
Case is available in
Aluminium in 3 colours: Black, Dark Blue & e-white
Base
will be available in either Black or to match your top
colour.
Plate will be available in ISO/ANSI half or
full layout with 7U bottom row only in 3 materials: PP
(Polypropylene, White), PC (Polycarbonate, media blasted
clear), Nylon (Black). If the ISO numbers stay low we might
have to restrict the material to ensure we hit a suitable
price.
Here is a list of the retailers with their
respective prices and regions. I will update this with links
to the product page as soon as I have them. The group buy
will launch on the 15th April and remain open until the end
of day May 1st.
CannonKeys is sold out of the 150
units, NA buyers can still purchase from the other
vendors.
Please make sure that you only fill out the form
respective to your vendor
Region
Retailer & Link
Regional price
Notes Europe
mykeyboard.eu
360 (Inc. VAT)
Non-EU Order form
NA
CannonKeys
$325 Limited to 150 total units. SOLD OUT OCE
Daily Clack
$506AUD (inc GST) SEA
iLumkb
SGD$464 If purchasing a case you must also puchase a PCB and
Plate, orders without this will be cancelled
Extras
pricing:
Additional Top: $140
Additional PCBs:
$35
Additional Plates: $45
The MOQ for the GB is
150 units for this pricing.
Due to the current global
situation its hard to nail down an exact timeline estimate
but conservative projections should put us 3-4 months out
from the close of the GB for shipping. So we should be
shipping in August-September, I will try to ensure we keep
this thread as the source for updates but will make sure the
information is available elsewhere.
Plate files are available in my github plate
repository.
If you have any questions or comments about the
case/pcb/buy structure please ask here or by any of these
contact methods:
Reddit,
Geekhack,
email,
discord.
Here is an album of images
here are some soundtests/typing videos of R1/Original
proto
Koen on youtube
Koen on youtube
TopClack on youtube
invis on youtube
invis on clyp.it
Aly on youtube
Chris on youtube
Thank you for your time
Max
FAQ
Won’t the plate fall out?
The
plate does sit loose in the assembly and if you pick it up
and shake it then it will rattle but there’s not enough room
for it to fall off, in typing this doesn’t happen.
What is pin mount? Have there been any other boards that
use this mounting style?
there is no pressure from the top half of the case on
the plate. There are 4 pins in the corners of the base that
hold the plate in place and it rests on the lip of the base.
The theory is that the lack of downward pressure allows the
plate more freedom of movement towards the center whilst
still retaining an even pressure around the edge of the
board. To my knowledge, this is the first keyboard to use
it.
Which plate material is the best?
In my opinion there is no wrong choice, the plates on
offer are my opinion for the plates that work well with this
construction. I have used all of them and enjoy all of them.
If you want a short recommendation then I think a full PP
plate offers the most unique experience without the
drawbacks of Nylon.
Why is the nylon bending the assembly?
Nylon shrinks over time. Due to this it will look to
contract the assembly. I have used a nylon plate in my
private buy prophet for close to a year with no issues, I
have also built with it more recently and, whilst
frustrating to build with, it works just fine as soon as
it’s mounted. If you are concerned about this I’d recommend
choosing PP over this.
How much does the keyboard weigh?
The weight of the keyboard built is around 1.1kg
(2.5lbs)
KLE?
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com//#/gists/15d2dbeccf8be54143ac8bb7d8b97d4d