Hardware

Function modifier needs to be different than numlock

void2258 — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 16:51:42 -0500

I want to use a USB numpad on the left side, but I can't because if I engage numlock the right half of the keyboard becomes stuck as a numpad too. Please change it so the function modifier key is not the same as engaging numlock. Not only is it inconvenient in general, but it also makes it harder to transport the keyboard from computer to computer, since 99% of computers boot with the numlock on by default at the BIOS level.

gaming / plover / steno

matiu — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:33:28 -0500

How many keys can be mashed at once on the keyboard and still have them register to the computer.

I heard that keyboards have matrices of keys wired to diodes and most have like 3-6 diodes .. so you can hold down for example wghl on some cheap keyboard as each key is on a different matrix, but you couldn't hold down 'weds'.

So hard core gamers get keyboards with n-key rollover, meaning if they're holding like all four arrow keys and 5 number keys .. they all still work.

Me, I want to learn steno as shown here:

They say it's possible to get to 225 wpm for most people .. some do 360 wpm and the record is like 600 wpm.

it works by mashing multiple keys at once to make words and phrases, max of 22 keys at once (you don't actually need 22 fingers, as long as at least one key is down the whole time, it's considered a 'chord').

I'd like to know how many diodes and matrixes does the typematrix have ? how many keys can I mash :)

Also, it'd be great if a futre version had n-key rollover if the current one doesn't (which I hope it does already).

You can learn steno yourself with 'plover-fly': http://plover.stenoknight.com/2011/12/fly-plover-fly.html

Thanks for reading.

How about a British English layout

IMGrant — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 04:58:04 -0500

Do you have plans to produce a British English layout (skin or full hardware)?

Programmable model

void2258 — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 16:47:06 -0400

I have heard that you are going to be releasing a new, fully programmable model soon. Any word on that? It would certainly let everyone who has minor complaints about one or two key placements get things just to their liking.

The keyboard gets stuck for keys like < > and '|' in Linux

AzP — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 08:24:34 -0400

When I'm typing the pipe char in a terminal (which is done very frequently) '|' the keymap gets screwed up, forcing me to either write it again until it resets, or typing 'reset'.

The other two "special keys" on a Swedish keyboard often gets stuck, and starts to repeatedly print the same char again and again. These two chars are '<', '>'. Pressing any key stops the repetition/jam.

Is this a known issue? It is of course extremely annoying, but I wouldn't abandon my wonderful TypeMatrix 2030 for it. I'm using the older PS/2 keyboards, and I have one at home and one at work. I have tried using the Belkin USB adapter, but it does not fix the issue.

TypeMatrix 2030 some keys do not work anymore

szuckerm — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 21:13:30 -0400

Hi,

I've been a happy TypeMatrix user for 2 years now. A few days ago, some of the keys stopped working (the row corresponding to "zxcvbnm" on a qwerty layout).

While the key immediately to the left of "enter" still works, all the others don't. I tried to use compressed air to clean whatever could have snuck under the keys, but to no avail. Has anyone had the same experience? Is it fixable?

Thanks!

keyboard doesn't work at all

dazeeboo — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:19:56 -0400

Just got my new typematrix 2020, plugged it into the USB adaptor, turned on the computer and all I get is USB device not recognized and I can't use the keyboard at all. Has anyone had this problem? Anyone know how to fix it?

Power Requirement

phreed — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:03:28 -0400

I am planning on using the USB 2030 keyboard with my Nexus 7.
This will obviously require a powered usb hub.
What are the power requirements for the 2030 keyboard.

TypeMatrix keyboard makes mouse not work

graudeejs — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:07:09 -0500

I've just received my TypeMatrix keyboard (with USB connector).
However I do have a problem.

When I plugin it in and reboot my FreeBSD 9, PS2 mouse doesn't work.
there is no /dev/psm0, there is even no notice about it in dmesg.
However mouse is powered.

I've discovered that in order to get my mouse working I need to plugin my old PS2 keyboard (while having TypeMatrix plugged in, or plug it in later). Now when both keyboards are plugged everything seams to work as expected.

Any ideas why this is happening? (this happens whenever I enable/disable USB keyboard support in BIOS)

Motherboard: GA-790XTA-UD4

[HOW TO] make multimedia keys work on FreeBSD

graudeejs — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 17:56:43 -0400

Here's how to get TypeMatrix (or any other keyboard for that matter) multimedia keys work on FreeBSD:

http://wiki.freebsd.org/uhidd

Notes:
* When you run uhidd don't use -k flag. This will screw things up with TypeMatrix (Edit: actually this depends on kernel config)
* For Xorg key names, check files in /usr/local/share/X11/xkb/symbols
* Until you have configured uhidd I recommend having PS2 keyboard around. Because
when you will launch uhidd for the first time to generate cc_keymap file, typematrix might not be very usable.
* Don't quit uhidd (when you launch it for the first time) until you have copied cc_keymap file... otherwise it will be removed
* xev might not show that you have pressed key, if it is intercepted by your Window Manager.
* The Eject, Power, Sleep, Wake buttons still won't work (AFAIK)

My personal config (Might not work for you. Who knows....)

/usr/local/etc/uhidd.conf


0x1e54:0x2030={
	cc_keymap={
		Scan_Next_Track="0x63"
		Scan_Previous_Track="0x62"
		Eject="0x60"
		Play/Pause="0x6F"
		Mute="0x5F"
		Volume_Increment="0x5A"
		Volume_Decrement="0x54"
		AL_Email_Reader="0x72"
		AL_Calculator="0x71"
		AC_Home="0x74"
		AC_Back="0x7A"
		AC_Forward="0x75"
	}
}

~/.Xmodmap


keycode 92  = XF86AudioLowerVolume
keycode 170 = XF86AudioRaiseVolume

keycode 207 = XF86AudioPause
keycode 184 = XF86AudioMute
keycode 190 = XF86AudioNext
keycode 189 = XF86AudioPrev
keycode 219 = XF86WWW
keycode 210 = XF86Mail
keycode 209 = XF86Calculator

keycode 220 = XF86Forward
keycode 130 = XF86Back

/etc/rc.conf


uhidd_flags="-o"
uhidd_enable="YES"

Launching xmodmap is desktop specific, so I won't mention how and when I do this

Can't use shortcut keys?

CryojenX — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:45:37 -0400

I just got my 2030, and so far I'm liking it (will definitely take time to adjust ). My problem is that in OS X Snow Leopard, the keyboard detection doesn't work. I choose 102 key standard, and the web and email keys do not work. I try to add them in the system keyboard preferences, but the system doesn't even detect that I am pressing a key. Any ideas?

TypeMatrix 2030 ez-reach , remap to new 2030 USB layout?

eyeburner — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:25:50 -0500

Hello, i have the "old" 2030 and wanted to know if there is a way to remap all the keys to the new layout e.g. the left Fn key wich is now bottom left (previously above Ctrl on the 2030 ezr)?

http://www.typematrix.com/images/newpics/new2030us_640x266.jpg

i have read here something about "autohotkey" software but not sure if it would work with all the keys.

i began to learn dvorak a few years ago, and i just discovered BEPO and the new typematrix 2030 layout.
Also i live in France and i may consider buying the new 2030 if the shipping price werent that high (considering it is said it is delivered FROM France now)

switch ctrl shift alt

StephD — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:24:35 -0400

Hello,

I d'like to switch shift_L, ctrl_L and alt. So, I've put this in my .xmodmaprc:

clear control
clear shift
clear mod1

keycode 50 = Control_L
keycode 37 = Alt_L
keycode 64 = Shift_L

add control = Control_L Control_R
add shift = Shift_L Shift_R
add mod1 = Alt_L

It works fine but my problem is that my "cut, copy, paste" keys are also changed.
Is there a solution to this?

Thanks.

Stéphane

Key blocked

valeuf — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 13:38:38 -0400

Hello,

I got a problem with my 2030 USB Typematrix keyboard. I am using it intesively for 2 years and half, but today, the end and down arrow key are stucked.

Checking the result in a program like XEV, I got that these keys are always pressed. (I have a long list of keycode 115 and 114...). Touching hese keys sometimes stops the feed ....But globally the keyboard is unusuable now ...

I have extremely hard time to use another keyboard, so I hope you have some solution for me!

Thank you

TypeMatrix 2030 not working after Windows7 (x64) restart

Steve — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 06:00:08 -0400

My 2 week old type matrix has become an unidentified USB device after a recent system restart. The problem seems like it might be connected to the windows update that preceeded the restart but I could be wrong.

Looking around on the site, and on the web, I can't find any downloadable drivers for this device but I'm pretty sure it must need some.

Anyone have any ideas what might be going on or is it fried?

OSX, 106 mode, switch app and desktop keys

Geob — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:57:33 -0400

Hi!

On Linux and Windows, I switch the keyboard to 106 mode in order to remap the switch app key and desktop key to additional Ctrl keys (had to remap backslash key to "ç" and some app launch key too but no big deal).

On OSX, when switching to 106 mode, the switch app and desktop keys are not working at all, when using EventViewer of KeyRemap4Macbok. Is there any tricks or drivers for OSX to make these keys working? I miss these additional Ctrl :(

Lost key?

xurxosanz — Sun, 08 May 2011 12:32:37 -0400

Hi, I'm stuck trying to find where on the 2030 a key is. In Spanish layouts we have the key between the "z" and the shift key (see http://imageshack.us/f/466/tecladoej6.jpg/), but that key dissapeared on the typematrix layout.

Should I have to remap any of the app. keys?

Physical key maintenance

Anarchist_Quaker — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 09:33:40 -0500

I received my TypeMatrix a few days ago, and am enjoying the experience (if not the process of getting used to the layout). I do have one key, the "N" key, which works but required substantially more force to press than any of the others. The result of which is that I miss over half of my presses on that key when I'm touch typing.

Is there a method for pulling the key off, ensuring it is seated correctly and/or removing any debris, and replacing it? I don't want to just go it without direction for fear of damaging it further and/or voiding my warranty.

Best Regards,
Carey in Charlotte, NC

blank keys and stikers

Naugrim — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 13:12:48 -0400

Hello,

I have read about the future programable keyboard.

My question is, in this case will it be possible to buy it with blank keys.
And buy the letter stikers appart, to stick them where we program the corresponding keycodes ?

Activate 106 keys mode on startup

Geob — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:32:07 -0400

Is there anyway to activate the 106 mode on computer startup? On Windows and Linux.

Split wireless keyboard

tpathirana — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:44:49 -0400

Hi!
I think that the TypeMatrix keyboard is great. I have yet to order one though, because I'm waiting for the German version.

Meanwhile, I have a suggestion.
For designers with graphic tablets it's always been a compromise where to place the keyboard in respect to the tablet. If placed nearer to the screen one would have to stretch, if placed closer to one self it would get in the way when drawing. Placing it on one side of the tablet would strain one arm. Placing it *on* the tablet is not an option.
so my suggestion is to create a split wireless keyboard of which one half can be placed left of the tablet and one half on the right.
Ideally, one would be able to connect them together, so they form a single keyboard (useful for transportation and when at a pc without a tablet). But also having the option of connecting the separate halves with a cable plus the possibility to connect the keyboard to the pc with a cable (for recharging, as mentioned elsewhere in this forum).

I know, this would be quite a project, but I think it woudl be extremely useful for people who use a keyboard only occasionally (apart from keyboard shortcuts) but if so then intensively .

What do you think?

Keyboard ghosting

laire — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:44:04 -0400

Where 3 or more keys are simultaneously depressed, will the 2030 recognise the input of all 3 keys?

For example:
Depressing A, W & C together or while holding CTRL then depressing A and W keys together, will all 3 keys be registered as input to a PC?

track point.

Naugrim — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 05:17:46 -0400

Hello,

what abaut a track point, 3 mouse buttons under the space bar and emulating scroll wheels with Fn + Track point ?