Thanks to Typeractive for sending me over this board to check out and build! They gave me a coupon "SCOTTOLILY58" to pass along that will get you 5% off for the next 2 weeks on typeractive.xyz
FYI, they do offer the acrylic for the Corne (at least, now they do). It looks a bit different but I love it. NGL I never ever buy sponsored stuff but I ended up going with Typeractive. They're great and involved in a lot of the open source HW development (like nice!nano). They're the only ones that offer all the surface mount stuff already attached w/ the wireless Corne board... at least that I could find. And its only a few bucks more than Boardsource's unsoldered board + all the parts.
I have a question. I am a big fan of the IRIS keyboard. Why can the Lily58 NOT hide the chip/etc inside the PCB like the IRIS can. The IRIS has PCBs now with no big chip needed.. it's all embedded in to the PCB and its VERY nice. I love the Lily58 layout, even have a LULU version of it, but still prefer my IRIS. I'd love to try my hand at some custom Lily 3d printed cases but that big ass chip bugs me. I'd love for them to come up with a new PCB design that has the same or slightly altered layout (e.g. one extra key if they got rid of the space used for the chips on both halves) and tucked that chip inside the PCB so we no longer have to deal with it.
I know it is a bit out of topic, but do you have any suggestion on how to make plate base and casing on our own pcb design ? And what software that are free to use instead of the premium one because it is just 1 time only for me ? Thanks
The concepts for cases / plates remain the same regardless of if a PCB is used or not. The only real difference is that with a PCB you can often get away with making the case a bit thinner as you don't have to account for the wiring.
@@joe_scotto I dont understand , of course the concepts is the same if we talk about the function etc, but the problem is , I dont know how to make one and aligned the hole with my pcb design.
I can appreciate that they made the MCU/battery/screen one super small assembly.. but from an RF stand-point that's terrible, lol. Basically building a little faraday cage around the wireless transmitter. Probably still works reasonably fine though, so it's a poor faraday cage at least.
I don't notice any issues with connection and my computer is in a bad spot compared to where the board is when I'm using it. There is a setting in ZMK that boosts the Bluetooth power.
Hi, i have a question! is there a way to run this build without bluetooth? working in a UHF sensitive lab, and I can't use bluetooth, but would like to try this build with just wires.
Should be able to, the nice!nanos are just a drop in replacement for the Pro Micro. I would recommend reaching out to Typeractive directly to make sure though.
nice!nano builds rely on one half typically. You can use the left on it's own but not the right as the left is what connects to the computer and the right sends data to that one then to the computer.
This board doesn't have RGB. If it was, it would be highly dependent on the size of your battery so anywhere between a few minutes or a few days is likely.
Thanks to Typeractive for sending me over this board to check out and build! They gave me a coupon "SCOTTOLILY58" to pass along that will get you 5% off for the next 2 weeks on typeractive.xyz
May I know if you have an in-depth video on how to customize the screens to show like the battery life, paired device, etc?
The more videos I see, the more tempted I become to attempt to build a keyboard.
start with a macropad. resist the urge to start split or start with a custom layout (like I'm doing right now)
@@purplelord8531 thanks for the advice
@@purplelord8531 why
@@CuongNguyen-gu9fl it's cheap and less frustrating to debug
FYI, they do offer the acrylic for the Corne (at least, now they do). It looks a bit different but I love it. NGL I never ever buy sponsored stuff but I ended up going with Typeractive. They're great and involved in a lot of the open source HW development (like nice!nano). They're the only ones that offer all the surface mount stuff already attached w/ the wireless Corne board... at least that I could find. And its only a few bucks more than Boardsource's unsoldered board + all the parts.
This will be the 3rd keyboard of your I’ve made!
How long the battery last? And if the battery can be charged while on the keyboard?
Was wondering if it's worth incorporating a qi wireless charging receiver, so there's an option to charge it wired or wirelessly 🤔
i have problem with the "ctrl+a" & "crtl+s" & "ctrl+f".These functions do not exist . is there any body with my problem?
i have this problem too
i have this problem too
i have this problem too
What do you mean? Are those specific functions not working?
I have a question. I am a big fan of the IRIS keyboard. Why can the Lily58 NOT hide the chip/etc inside the PCB like the IRIS can. The IRIS has PCBs now with no big chip needed.. it's all embedded in to the PCB and its VERY nice. I love the Lily58 layout, even have a LULU version of it, but still prefer my IRIS. I'd love to try my hand at some custom Lily 3d printed cases but that big ass chip bugs me. I'd love for them to come up with a new PCB design that has the same or slightly altered layout (e.g. one extra key if they got rid of the space used for the chips on both halves) and tucked that chip inside the PCB so we no longer have to deal with it.
nice build, great tuto, thanks !
I know it is a bit out of topic, but do you have any suggestion on how to make plate base and casing on our own pcb design ? And what software that are free to use instead of the premium one because it is just 1 time only for me ? Thanks
You should check out his other videos there's at least one that covers making a plate and case for a keyboard
@@parallacksg i cant find the one with custom pcb. Indeed there are alot with custom case but they are handwired
The concepts for cases / plates remain the same regardless of if a PCB is used or not. The only real difference is that with a PCB you can often get away with making the case a bit thinner as you don't have to account for the wiring.
@@joe_scotto I dont understand , of course the concepts is the same if we talk about the function etc, but the problem is , I dont know how to make one and aligned the hole with my pcb design.
Nice build, very interesting. Do you know whereI could find similar keyboard but with metal plate and metal case?
Hi! With the above battery capacity, how long can the keyboard be used?
I can appreciate that they made the MCU/battery/screen one super small assembly.. but from an RF stand-point that's terrible, lol. Basically building a little faraday cage around the wireless transmitter. Probably still works reasonably fine though, so it's a poor faraday cage at least.
I don't notice any issues with connection and my computer is in a bad spot compared to where the board is when I'm using it. There is a setting in ZMK that boosts the Bluetooth power.
Hi, i have a question! is there a way to run this build without bluetooth? working in a UHF sensitive lab, and I can't use bluetooth, but would like to try this build with just wires.
Replace the Nico!nano controllers for just a regular pro Micro
Is there any keyboard of this type of build that has a 2,5 GHz connection?
Are there any controllers that have 2.4ghz built in that can pair with a usb dongle? Or is it only BT? Nice and concise video!
I believe there are controllers out there with 2.4ghz but I’m not sure if they’re compatible with Pro Micro footprint boards.
How to reflash with a different keymapping?
I wish i could get leaded solder in europe :(
280c doesnt even melt the unleaded solder...
It is beautiful, where can I buy it already assembled? Is it hard to do it yourself if you have no experience?
Could you use the pcb with a pro micro and use it wired instead? I like the pre soldered pcb.
Should be able to, the nice!nanos are just a drop in replacement for the Pro Micro. I would recommend reaching out to Typeractive directly to make sure though.
Do you have any videos on ordering all the parts yourself, how to get a case, where to get them, as opposed to using a kit?
Anybody know where to find stl for bottom and plate?
yes. acrylic was (is) an option at the time you made yours.
Curious about the height from desk to top of dsa keycap. I'm looking for something more low profile than my current build.
Probably about 30mm at most, they also have it available in a Choc variant which is about as low profile as you can go.
Can I buy only half? Can I use my own switches (Cherry MX)? Thanks!
Yes, they have an MX version, and you can use your own switches
Could you share the code for the oled graphic setup on both sides?
It’s built in to the firmware when you fork it, I haven’t done anything with ZMK displays on my own yet but plan on it one day.
Can they be used as wired (just in case I run out of charge)?
Yeah, when you plug them in they default to wired mode while charging. It also lowers the latency if you want to game with them.
Great informative video! Would you say there is any noticable latency on the wireless versions?
Nothing noticeable while typing but I definitely wouldn’t game with it in wireless mode. You can plug it in over USB to get lower latency.
@@joe_scotto Thank you Joe!
When I plug mines it just starts as a keyboard, clicking reset does nothing, the drive never appears
Double click reset.
Does it support choc switches?
They have a Choc option.
"Great project! Can we use just one side without the other, or do we necessarily have to use both?"
nice!nano builds rely on one half typically. You can use the left on it's own but not the right as the left is what connects to the computer and the right sends data to that one then to the computer.
*Puts on socket to make micro controller removable. Proceeds to use tape to hold next socket in place instead of removing micro controller.
is this lightspeed wireless
Bluetooth
Can you please make one that is 2.4 GHz has low response time
I was thinking that chord typing is possible in keyboards..like piano
teach us how to make chord typing keyboard...excited to see you do it
i don't get why anyone still makes flat head screws anymore. it's outdated and annoying.
lol wut
Can this be made wired instead?
Yes, you should be able to substitute the nice!nanos for Pro Micros.
@@joe_scotto Cheers, appreciate it.
Can’t you use the nice!nanos wired to the computer too?
nah lets be real here for a second flathead screws don't do anything for looks its just lazy to not include hex or torx screws
Joe, for gods sake, pls, make a video showing a easy way to program keyboads in something like a esp32. PLEASEEEE!!!!!
You just sold me a keyboard. Oh man can’t wait. visionOS keyboard sucks…
Promo-SM 😌
How long does the battery last on full rgb?
This board doesn't have RGB. If it was, it would be highly dependent on the size of your battery so anywhere between a few minutes or a few days is likely.