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[We're still here!] Forum and customer feedback have been abandoned. Company may be dying.

void2258 — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:56:25 -0400

No posts or news of any kind in months. Not a good sign. They already had trouble with the new models and now they have vanished. Company could be failing. It is kinda niche to begin with.

[ Edit: Admin added note to subject that all is well ]

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.

Les utilisateurs du clavier Bepo

TypeMatrix_admin — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:34:16 -0400

Utilisez ce fil pour discuter de clavier Bepo pour les utilisateurs français. Partagez votre expérience avec les Bepo clavier. Faites-nous savoir si vous avez des questions ou des préoccupations.

Merci!

You know what would make the 2030 even better? A pointing stick!

cbrunos — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:12:29 -0400

Hi all!

I recently tried a thinkpad laptop and think that the pointing stick is a really nice idea. If the next iteration of the typematrix keyboard would feature a pointing stick, I would not hesitate to buy it. I think that just between the backspace and the enter key would be the best place to put it. What do you think?

What does the clear skin feel like?

rajn — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 18:43:51 -0400

Hi,

I am considering getting a blank 2030 keyboard with clear Qwerty and Colemak skins. What do the clear skins feel like? If I don't like the skin I won't be able to just go back to a plain blank board.

I've considered getting a Qwerty board with a black Colemak skin, but I really prefer the clear skin look, so this is not an option for me.

Keyboard Layouts for Windows (all versions)

TypeMatrix_admin — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 18:58:36 -0500

We've recently come across the Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator, and are so excited about it that we wanted to mention it here. It's a Microsoft program available at:
http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=22339

It lets you create Hardware Keyboard profiles, and thereby lets you essentially reprogram the keyboard any way you'd like, including the ability, for example, to use the underutilized Alt-Gr layer for pretty much anything you'd want. We've recently successfully used it to create a UK Dvorak keyboard map (something Windows is inexplicably missing) for the upcoming UK Dvorak skin.

So if you're excited about remapping the TypeMatrix, switch to 102 or 106 key mode (for the most flexibility) and download this program and have some fun. After creating your new layout, select Project -> Build DLL and it will even create an installation package that you can share with others. Run the included setup.exe file to add the new profile to your system, which you can then select via the Control Panel.

A couple notes of caution: while this can easily be used to add new Keyboard Hardware profiles, we haven't figured out a way to remove them once they are added to the system. This isn't really a problem, but keep it in mind when naming your creations - maybe include a version number at the end. Also, the software does a lot of checking on things in the background and sometime runs slow or seems to freeze. Just give it a couple of minutes, we've never actually had it crash on us, it just takes time.

Please let us know what cool things you were able to do with this!
-TypeMatrix

A new typing tutor?

AzP — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 06:14:14 -0400

When I started out using the EzReach 2030 I practiced an hour daily using the typing tutor that was linked to from the TypeMatrix page. I also used it when switching to Dvorak/Svorak (Swedish version) since it helped bridge the gap and focused on writing with the home row first, and then expanded from that.
I thought it was a great help, but when I was about to recommend it to a friend (to whom I have loaned two 2030 to get him going) I just found this:
http://www.typematrix.com/software/

Is it an old message, and development has kind of stopped, or is it still coming?

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.

Praises,comments and wishlist about the TypeMatrix 2030

shtrom — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 20:16:53 -0400

(This is an email I initially sent to info@typematrix.com, but I thought it would be worthy of repeating and extending it here)

About two years ago, I bought a TypeMatrix 2030 USB with a Dvorak mapping. I got a Bépo skin with it, but never really bothered trying to use it. I have to say I'm very satisfied with this keyboard (I'm typing this email with it), and I am considering buying some more for home.

That said, I have a couple of comments which, I hope, can help you improve this keyboard for the next iterations (2040?).

I find that a couple of keys are located in an non optimal way.
- The fn key should be relocated more towards the middle of the keyboard to be accessible by both hands, and leave room for a full size left Control key (it is too small on the 2030 and should match the size of the right one, which is good).
- The page up/down keys may be more easily accessible as fn+up, fn+down. I have to admit I like the Macintosh iBook mapping, which I find is very logical:
* fn+up = page up,
* fn+right = home,
* fn+left = end,
* fn+down = page down.
This would break the current numpad layout, though, so it may require a bit more thought. I don't have much use for this keypad myself.
- More generally the rightmost column of keys can sometimes be annoying as it breaks the axial symmetry of the keyboard and they are often hit by mistake. Most of these functions could be relocated as fn functions of other keys. I'd also prefer the www and mail key a bit less in reach (maybe higher on the keyboard).
- I find all keys which emulate keyboard shortcuts *combinations* (ctrl+x, ctrl+c, ctrl+d, ...) useless. They'd be better replaced by standard multimedia keys (like the play, mute and volume ones) which can easily be remapped in software (rather than hard-wired to an arbitrary OS's defaults) if need be, or free room to relocate the rightmost column (:.
- Finally, an embedded USB 2.0 hub would be great.

In addition to those comments I made in this email, a new feature I think would be also great is a SmartCard reader. Something like the chip in the SCM SCR335 would do (and extra PIN-typing mode which doesn't go through the computer at all, maybe signalled to the user with a LED, would be *awesome*). This way, I could have a perfect and easily transportable keyboard/smartcard reader for all my input and OpenPGP-related needs.

Anyway. Great keyboard!

Wacom tablets

rajn — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:04:36 -0400

Hi,

Are there any known interferences between the 2030 keyboard and Wacom tablets (USB connected)?

Swedish and Colemak

henrixh — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:03:57 -0400

I am currently learning Colemak, and also hopefully soon a TypeMatrix owner.
However, as I type swedish, I need to use our åäö letters... Currently this is solved using AltGr+r/s/t. Is the hardware colemak in the typematrix capable of something similar? From what I understood, it does support svorak from hardware.

Also, I guess that international orders are ok? What is the shippingtime over the ocean?

Colemak skin

drequena — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 08:20:19 -0400

Any news on that anticipated skin?
Thanks!

Review

dhardy — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:39:52 -0400

Wanted to post my thoughts, usage as well as potential improvements (see end):
http://diggoryhardy.wordpress.com/2012/08/13/typematrix/

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?

Questions about new programmable keyboard.

bonega — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 07:16:58 -0500

I am using a layout for navigation ALT-ijkl is standard navigation.
ALT-IK is pageup/down.
ALT-d is backspace.
etc...
This is accomplished by external programs, but would be awesome having in hardware.
Will I be able to bind multikeys to a command?

I have three 2030's at the moment, but it would be a given upgrade.
Thanks

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 2040...

Alternatives — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:21:24 -0400

I've been looking for a new keyboard (for gaming) and the TypeMatrix almost fit my criteria with it's straight columns and easy to reach F keys, However, there's still quite a few things missing like a Numberpad and 6 key being forced onto right hand (this is potentially huge). What I'm wondering is when was the 2030 released? And is it too early to anticipate the successor? I really wouldn't want to buy the 2030 as is right now (yeah, i'm picky) but want to know if the 2040 is WAY off or not.

I still can't believe the left hand is is made so unelegant in the standard keyboard. The hand naturally curves in a northeast direction yet keyboards want it to go northwest. That one thing is so noticable to me that it actually interferes with gaming (mostly with the number keys) - I just end up concentrating too much on physically doing rather than playing, hence why I'm looking into alternate keyboards.

are any NEO2 users here?

kell0ggs — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 13:59:10 -0400

Is anyone using the neo2 keyboard layout with the tm2030? I started learning it with this keyboard and came in trouble when the third layer has been introduced. Has anybody solved this problem?

Regards,
kell0ggs

Why isn't the 2030 bent?

rajn — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 18:54:58 -0400

Hi,

Why doesn't the 2030 have a "bent" design like other ergo keyboards where the hands point slightly inwards, and there is a wedge shaped bezel in between the two keypads? Does this make any difference?

I wish your "Why 2030?" page explained this difference in addition to the grid alignment of the keys.

Colemak and recommendation on which keyboard/skin

cgo — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:53:39 -0400

Hi,
I am considering getting a typematrix keyboard. I am currently learning the Colemak layout, after many years of Qwerty/Qwertz.
There are two options which I can imagine to work:
1. Blank keyboard and a skin for qwerty (for the learning phase, I am still very slow in Colemak and it takes much of my concentration just to type right), and an additional Colemak skin, when they are available.
2. Qwerty keyboard and a Colemak skin when they are available.

I was wondering which option typematrix users would recommend to me.
Is it any good to type on that silicone layer? I can't really imagine it feels as good as a "real" (hard plastic) keyboard,
but I have never tried it.
I am personally currently more inclined to the second option.

Also, does anyone have some information on whether those colemak skins are going to be available any time soon?
That theme seems to be going on for over a year, looking at the dates of posts in this forum.

I would rather order my keyboard today than tomorrow, but I really would like a colemak skin and don't want to order again (and pay postage again...).

Thanks for any advice,
Christian

Laptop Retrofit

phreed — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 10:34:35 -0400

I use the 2030 both at home and at work.
But my laptop...
What would it take to retrofit a laptop to integrate the 2030?
I really don't want to ruin a $110 keyboard unnecessarily.

Using Apple iPAD with TypeMatrix

TypeMatrix_admin — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:37:38 -0500

One of our users has recently informed us that it is possible to use the TypeMatrix 2030 with the iPAD using the "Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit" available here:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC531ZM/A
We obviously can't guarantee this, but it appears several people are using this for a number of USB devices with success. If you've tried this and have any hints or comments, we'd love to hear from you.

-TypeMatrix

Ordered not received after 2 weeks

dada009 — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 07:27:59 -0400

Hello,

I have ordered my typematrix keyboard 2 weeks ago and I did not received it yet. Plus, the support does not reply back to my message. This is weird because the day after my order I received a mail saying it was shipped. But no tracking number provided.
I don't know what to do now...

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

Massive Spam Infestation

void2258 — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:38:04 -0500

There is a massive wave of advertisement spam that has taken over the forums several pages deep. Please fix.

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?

How long till the Dvorak 2030's are back in stock?

devkev — Mon, 09 May 2011 14:15:13 -0400

I know you can get a Dvorak skin but I would prefer the skinless.

Instruction manual

Valky — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:46:41 -0400

In the leaflet wich comes along with the TM2030 keyboard, it is referred to an on-line instruction manual. Mary Webber told me that they are still working on it… Any news about when it could come ?

Behaviour windows vista after mishit Fn key

Hajo — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:56:47 -0500

Hello,

I use an older model of the 2030, withe the Fn key in line with start/app/shuffle.

If I accidentally mix up the Fn and Ctrl key when I want to use Fn-cut (or copy or past), the keyboard or windows won't work propperly anymore. I can't input text, using the Fn key combinations just opens all kind of window menus. And when I click with the mouse on a pictogram in the quickstart it opens the menu which I usualy get with the right mouse button.

I seem not able to find the right key combination to fix it. Restart is the only option I know.

What can be the problem and how to fix it.

Hajo
Netherlands

Thanks fot the great keyboard!

Why don't you advertise the fact that you support Colemak?

sermoa — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 06:35:03 -0500

I only recently found out that the TypeMatrix supports Colemak layout (activated by Fn+F5) ... i would have switched to Colemak two years ago had i known this! I now know 3 people as well as me who are using a blank TypeMatrix with Colemak layout, and another 3 who are considering it!

In my opinion you should make this as prominent as the Dvorak option on your website. I've used Dvorak for nearly ten years, but i believe Colemak is even better.

You should also mention the benefits of the hardware switch for pair programming, as there is no need to continually switch keyboard layout when you have a TypeMatrix. It is for this reason that i couldn't be without my TypeMatrix!

Suggestion for a future TypeMatrix keyboard.

azmeuk — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 10:14:51 -0400

Hi,
First I have to say that the 2030 is a very good product, and I'm entirely satisfied of it. Moreover this is the only keyboard I know with a french bepo skin. Congratulations !

I would have a little suggestion, if another version keyboard is planned. This is about wire.
Wireless keyboards are very useful because we can move them everywhere we want, but the main issue is the battery. Classic keyboards doesn't have this problem but aren't very practical. So why not taking the best of each one and create an hybrid keyboard ?
Imagine a bluetooth keyboard that you can plug to your computer with a classic USB wire to charge the battery. It would be great !
I never heard about such a keyboard, maybe TypeMatrix could create the first hybrid keyboard !

I hope that you'll like the idea.

Gap between skin and keyboard make it unconfortable

dada009 — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:03:04 -0400

Is there any way to make the skin more closer to the keyboard? I don't know like static electricity or other trick...because it is unconfortable, you can feel the gap between the skin and the keyboard when you press a key.To me the skin is just a tiny bit to large compared with the keyboard length.
Maybe over time..
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)

Repetitive Strain Injury and Carpal Tunnel

TypeMatrix_admin — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:30:23 -0400

We are committed to helping people overcome typing pain due to Repetitive Strain Injury and Carpal Tunnel. Tell us things you do that help with your discomfort from typing.

Full-sized TypeMatrix keyboard for better hotkey compatibility and comfort

ORFJackal — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:36:46 -0400

Hi all. I'm a programmer and I've used the TypeMatrix 2030 keyboard (blank version) now for a couple of months at work. I like it, but it has a couple of caveats which I would like to be improved in a new TypeMatrix version:

- The arrow keys and numpad are hard to find by just feeling them. Now it's slower for me to find them than on my old traditional keyboard, because I can't feel their shape. I would like them to be physically separate from the other keys, and shaped so that it's possible to _feel_ their location without looking at the keyboard. In other words, there should be some empty space around the arrows/numpad, and they should break free from TypeMatrix's rectangular matrix layout.

- Some key combinations cannot be pressed, because some of the keys found from a regular keyboard are behind the Function key. For example in my programming environment one hotkey is Alt+Insert, which cannot be typed on TypeMatrix 2030 (instead I need to use the mouse). I would like a physical button for each standard key.

- I don't care about the custom keys (media player controls, mail, www, calc etc.) so they can be removed, and their buttons could instead be used for the standard keys (insert, print screen, pause etc.).

I've created a mockup of what kind of a keyboard I would like. You can see it here: http://pic.twitter.com/rgABtSsh Some details are not fine-tuned (for example I haven't thought about where to put the key which is left of "Z" in some keyboard layouts - I use Finnish/Swedish QWERTY), but I hope you get the basic idea. (Also the empty space in front of the keyboard could be used for a wrist support.)

The main modifications in this mockup are:

- Physical numpad, with a some empty space around it to make it easier to feel where it is when you move your hand there to use it. This helps in typing the numbers accurately and quickly.

- Arrow keys with some empty space around them, so that it's easier to feel where they are when you move your hand to use them. I use the arrow keys very often (all programmers navigate in existing code more than they write new code), so they should be easy to reach. In this mockup they are reachable for both hands (I haven't tried it in action, but I hope it'll work well). One more idea is to put the Page Up/Down closer to the Arrows/Home/End, so that all navigation keys can be used together.

- Removed all non-standard keys and replaced them with standard keys. Their locations are not too important, so they could also be in some other places, for example above the numpad (as long as there is some empty space all around the numpad).

What do you think of a layout like this? Is there any hope of getting something like that produced?

A Shocking Keyboard

loosegravel — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 13:28:55 -0400

I purchased two different keyboard and got one of them replaced under warranty within the first 12 months. I have had a total of 3 different 2030 keyboards and 2 of the 3 have stopped working after sitting down at the keyboard and getting a static shock from walking on carpet and touching one of the two metal plates on the keyboard. Has anyone else had any similar issues? It seems like this may be a design flaw that needs to get looked at. I do not drag my feet when I walk and I do not intentionally try to get shocked, but it still happened once every few days. I used a Dvorak keyboard and each time I got shocked the Dvorak indicator light would go off after getting shocked. Just a thought but you may want to remove the metal plates from the next version of the keyboard.

Issue with ^ sign

Kaneda — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:10:54 -0500

Hi there,

I recently bought an Azerty Typematrix 2030 USB.

My issue is that I am no longer able to put a ^ sign over a e letter.
Each time I type the ^ sign, two ^ appear instead.

My keyboard is in 102 mode and in French language.

I am running Windows 7 with an Azerty skin.

Any suggestion to recover this basic function ?

Best regards,

Michael

my fn + cut button is now deleting files ??

haydent — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 06:48:25 -0400

im running windows 7 64 bit and it has been working fine. maybe an update orsomething ? im not sure. anybody else ??

Runaway ioreg process with new Typematrix on mac

jafish — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 19:27:10 -0500

I just received my new 2030 in the mail today, but I've been unable to really test it because it causes an ioreg process to run on my Mac that cannot be killed (tried to force quit) nor does it ever quit (until I unplug the Typematrix keyboard and go back to the regular laptop keyboard). I went through the process detailed here to install the keyboard: http://www.typematrix.com/tipsforusers/

Unfortunately, this ioreg process renders my computer practically unusable, and web searches haven't been helpful in solving the problem. Please help, because otherwise I like this thing and would like to use it.

I'm on a recent generation Macbook Air running Mac OS X 10.6.6.

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

Spanish support

amaneiro — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 04:35:38 -0500

Hello,

it seems that a spanish skin/keyboard is going out the streets soon, as you advertised in the main page. I like the idea of having both qwerty and dvorak (and even colemak!) in the same keyboard, so I'd like to try typematrix. In order to make an informed decision about which product fits me better, I'd like to know...

* What do you plan to sell for spanish language: skins or keyboards?
* Are you gonna sell both dvorak & qwerty keyboards with spanish support? Only one?

Thanks in advance.

Column not working

replix — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 04:23:09 -0400

Hi,

I use a 2030 keyborard for a little more than a year now. This morning 4 keys of the third column are not working.

Does anybody has an idea of what to do as my keyboard in not under warranty any more (and I'm in France)?

Thanks in advance,

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

Skins slide off

Rochelle13x — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 23:23:14 -0400

I've searched these discussions, and it seems I may be the only person having issues. I have two 2030s with skins. My skins do not stay on nicely. The upper left corner slips off on both keyboards. I am constantly pushing it back into place. It seems as if it just needs a little stretch, but of course the skin slips back to its original size. Any suggestions out there?

Changing shuffle key

kai — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 15:21:32 -0500

Hello,
i am new user of the Typematrix 2030 - and so far i really like it.
My problem is: I am using the keyboard with a new german layout called Neo2 and therefore i need the shuffle key remaped as ISO_Level5_Shift NoSymbol ISO_Level5_Shift in the ubuntu Xmodmap.
But this key seems to work different and i cant find the keycode with xev.
Any help?
Sorry for my rudimentary english…