Programmable Macro Keyboard with an Arduino Pro Micro (32u4), Cherry Switches + Stealth Foot Pedal

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  • @kluzz
    @kluzz 4 роки тому +537

    "Why buy it when you can build it for three times the cost" is my new family motto.

    • @camshand
      @camshand 4 роки тому +8

      I came searching for this comment, was glad I found it 😂😂

    • @DroidCrossFire
      @DroidCrossFire 4 роки тому +2

      dude 😂

    • @markrichards5630
      @markrichards5630 3 роки тому +5

      Mainly because you can spend just a ton of $ on brands like Logitech and Razer and they won't do all you need - Razer's won't do continuous presses then release of command key combos and Logitech's aren't compatible with many OS's. I have a whole collection of branded keyboards from trying to get one that could do all I needed in SolidWorks. Making one was the only way.

    • @kamil030201
      @kamil030201 2 роки тому

      I love this quote 😂

    • @sophiesmith5922
      @sophiesmith5922 2 роки тому

      cuz building is fun and customizing for a new application is awesome!

  • @grantgonzales9366
    @grantgonzales9366 4 роки тому +26

    "80% of the time, it works all the time" you have my subscription good sir

    • @nigelmtb
      @nigelmtb 3 роки тому

      You should subscribe to Anchorman too. You'll love it!

  • @hobbyelectronics6630
    @hobbyelectronics6630 4 роки тому +38

    Three times the cost and more hours than you can imagine. My magic formula. I'M IN !

    • @chrisgboyle
      @chrisgboyle 4 роки тому +1

      You son of a gun... I'M IN. Heist team assemble.

  • @girtenator
    @girtenator 3 роки тому +1

    You are goooood. If i'm being honest, def one of the top 5 youtube presenters in this niche!

  • @RetroBuiltGames
    @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +33

    Now I have TWO uses for my Time Crisis reload pedal.

  • @creeprovec718
    @creeprovec718 3 роки тому +4

    Hi Ryan,
    Thank you very much for this idea. I have made this macro pad as well. I absolutely love it. Somehow I have managed to get 2 on my table with 6 layers/profiles each. Such a amazing device.

  • @b22ba
    @b22ba 4 роки тому +4

    With ctrl+R you can compile first and then ctrl+U uploads a lot faster. Great video, thanks for the ideas.

  • @maczajsci7080
    @maczajsci7080 4 роки тому +4

    you could use the potentiometer to select operation modes by reading of the analogue values as a potential divider.

  • @Colin_Ames
    @Colin_Ames 4 роки тому +18

    Great video, as always. Almost makes me want to build this even though I can’t think of a use for it!

  • @j.a.harvilla2819
    @j.a.harvilla2819 4 роки тому +3

    I have been wanting to makensomethiing like this for a while now but had no idea where to start. Great, clear, informative, easy to follow, thanks so much!

  • @RetroBuiltGames
    @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +2

    Great news everyone v0.4 is back in stock!
    Things that are fixed in v0.4:
    Foot pedal wiring (the GND of the headphone jack is now common, R and L channels are the switches 15 and 16 respectively).
    Full sized keyboard key can fit in place of rotary encoders.(Rotated the encoder footprint 90deg).

    • @miles5407
      @miles5407 4 роки тому

      Will these be posted under the same link as before?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      @@miles5407 Yes, exact same link.

  • @camshand
    @camshand 4 роки тому +20

    80% of the time it works all the time 😂 dude you made me laugh so many times throughout this vid, and have also convinced me to start a project like this of my own since I have an Arduino Pro Micro laying around from an old NES Controller conversion project. I really like the implementation of a knob, especially for video and photo editing, I've looked at the more expensive off the shelf products and also think "I could make that for less" but I know it'll cost more in the end haha. Great vid and project, I've subbed 👍

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      I appreciate the kind words!! Now that I've have some time with it, the dual knobs are wondrous for video editing. Zooming and skipping through the timeline are meant for encoder knobs.

  • @offthewallsk818
    @offthewallsk818 4 роки тому +3

    The guy at my office who does the 3D printing wired up a bucked with uv led strips encircling the inside. He puts the parts in there for 5 additional minutes prior to cleaning to maximize curing.

  • @rupert274
    @rupert274 3 роки тому +2

    My Zalman keyboard has a button that opens the calculator. According to SwtichHitter, the Windows scancode is: 0xB7.

  • @koomaappa75
    @koomaappa75 4 роки тому +6

    How damn this is a great project. I'm still just learning Arduino and using breadboards as a complete noobie but this is inspiring. Thanks!

  • @DuroLabs85
    @DuroLabs85 3 роки тому +2

    legend say he is still making more revisions

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  3 роки тому +1

      i am still editing this comment..

    • @DuroLabs85
      @DuroLabs85 3 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames haha BTW i want to ask you do you know a project on GitHub named deej it is also Arduino based pc sound control but you can use any simple Arduino like a uno or a nano pls try making one of those it is called "Deej"
      i want to see your version of it. and it was a great video :)

  • @paulb36utube
    @paulb36utube 4 роки тому

    I would love to buy one of your PCB's. Living in Australia with $20 shipping made me cry. This is exactly (with so many extras! WOW) what I was looking for.

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      Yeahhh, the U.S. Postal Service wont let you put a PCB in a envelope (for international shipping) and call it a letter (that's the ~$3 ship rate) . It has to be marked as a 'package' which is stupidly expensive for flat items weighing 2oz max.

  • @koolmoedee10000
    @koolmoedee10000 3 роки тому

    this is great, I love the versatility. Great job man, i'll buy a PCB as soon as the store is back

  • @bardramos
    @bardramos 4 роки тому +2

    I love your video bro, its so funny, because i share youre feeling of doing myself everithing

  • @teeceetime2
    @teeceetime2 4 роки тому +1

    Just found your videos the other day - I love this video as well as all your content! Keep up the great work!

  • @TheRealStructurer
    @TheRealStructurer 3 роки тому +1

    Like your style and interests. Got yourself a new subscriber 👍🏼

  • @fransubaru
    @fransubaru 4 роки тому +2

    Amazing!!!
    I'll make one with your pcb !!

  • @xXDarthBagginsXx
    @xXDarthBagginsXx 3 роки тому

    been looking into macro pads lately since I was given a pair of Pro Micros to play with from work. I know they could help with my workflow in Adobe & excel. I guess I could build one for the wife as well for her to use w/ Revit/Autodesk.

  • @turbochardged
    @turbochardged 4 роки тому +3

    Just stumbled across your videos and you're making some great content. keep up the good work.

  • @RetroBuiltGames
    @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

    Ryan's Pro Tips for navigating the and HID library commands.
    =============== Keyboard Control================================================================================
    Keyboard.write(); Sends a keystroke to a connected computer.
    This is similar to pressing and releasing a key on your keyboard.
    Will send a shift command if applicable. Example: Keyboard.write('K') will automatically do SHIFT + k.
    Can also accept ASCII code like this:
    //Keyboard.write(32); // This is space bar (in decimal)
    Helpful list of ASCII + decimal keys: www.asciitable.com/

    Keyboard.press(); Best for holding down a key with multi-key commands; like copy/ paste
    This example is [ctrl] + [shift] + [e]
    //Keyboard.press(KEY_LEFT_CTRL);
    //Keyboard.press(KEY_LEFT_SHIFT);
    //Keyboard.press('e');
    //delay(100); Keyboard.releaseAll();

    Keyboard.print(); Sends a keystroke(s)
    Keyboard.print("stop using aim bot"); //types this in as a char or int (not a string)!
    Keyboard.println(); Sends a keystroke followed by a newline (carriage return
    )
    Very practical if you want to type a password and login in one button press!

    SOMETIMES, applications are coded to recognize Keyboard.press() and not Keyboard.write() and vice versa.
    You might have to experiment.
    =============== Mouse Control===============================================================================
    Mouse.move(x, y, wheel); Moves the mouse and or scroll wheel up/down left/right.
    Range is -128 to +127. units are pixels
    -number = left or down
    +number = right or up
    Mouse.press(b); Presses the mouse button (still need to call release). Replace "b" with:
    MOUSE_LEFT //Left Mouse button
    MOUSE_RIGHT //Right Mouse button
    MOUSE_MIDDLE //Middle mouse button
    MOUSE_ALL //All three mouse buttons

    Mouse.release(b); Releases the mouse button.
    Mouse.click(b); A quick press and release.

  • @rodrigolozanolucianez37
    @rodrigolozanolucianez37 3 роки тому

    As a bachelor student in economics and a tech enjoyer, I have to tell you this is awesome and you look kinda like Tony Stark

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  3 роки тому

      Wow, thanks! thats better than being told i look like Moby.

  • @Aidansstuff_
    @Aidansstuff_ 4 місяці тому +2

    Aye nice I use shotcut editing software too 2:15

  • @pesto12601
    @pesto12601 4 роки тому +1

    So.. what if I wanted to use this for an ENTIRE PAD OF ROTARY ENCODERS? :-) I'm thinking for controlling flight sim radios, alt, hdr, etc...

  • @Innopeace
    @Innopeace 4 роки тому +1

    Great job! Nice video! Nice presentation! Nice PCB layout! It has
    the reference value for me.
    I have a similar project using Arduino Pro Micro with many many keys with a different approach.

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      Anyway I could check it out? Looking at other people's work was the only way this project was able to skip over some prototype phases and straight to what I wanted.

  • @shreyasmurali2836
    @shreyasmurali2836 4 роки тому +1

    Hi. I recently bought a couple of these boards from your store on Tindie and was looking for the exact 3D models of the key caps you 3d printed. I am specifically interested in the ones you printed in green and blue seen at 7:30. Could you share some links downloads to them ? Thanks

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      blue ones were not printed- bought those. I believe it was this file i used for the 3D printed caps. www.thingiverse.com/thing:738769

    • @shreyasmurali2836
      @shreyasmurali2836 4 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames Thank you!

  • @PossumMedic
    @PossumMedic 3 роки тому

    Cool build! Wish I had gotten one in time!

  • @user-lv6rn9cf8m
    @user-lv6rn9cf8m 3 роки тому +1

    00:44 aaaactuallyyy.... the calculator has it's own scancode so no need to complicate that. It's like the mail app, browser, default media app etc - all having their unique scancodes. e0 21 for calc, I think.

  • @d-manx8766
    @d-manx8766 4 роки тому

    It would be awesome if you could have RGB LEDs illuminating the key caps that were programmable and could change colour depending on the preset modes

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      I agree. I've got a ver 2 that does this... will release soon-ish

  • @davidzarama8499
    @davidzarama8499 3 роки тому +1

    Where and how can I get a circuit like the video? I'm from Colombia

  • @KuittheGeek
    @KuittheGeek 4 роки тому +1

    I decided to do this recently, and I just came across a DIY design on Thingiverse that includes linear potentiometers for use as a stream deck. Pretty cool stuff. You mentioned that you use Eagle for PCB design, and I am curious if you have used Kicad. I have been using it for years now and I would choose it over Altium for most design work. It is incredible, powerful, free and open source with no limitations on board sizes and no lock in to a license that is at the whim of the current copyright holder. I love it and I recommend anyone doing PCB work to look into it first.

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      I want to use KiCAD. this project started in kiCAD but I got stuck and fell back into Eagle just because i know it well. I know Eagle is inferior; I'm not a fan of Autodesk either.. I will learn KiCAD in 2021.

    • @KuittheGeek
      @KuittheGeek 4 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames Oh gotcha. I have been using KiCAD for years now. I even started a small tutorial series on my channel, though I haven't made it as far as I would have liked. I do plan on getting back to it some time when I have more time on my hands. What did you get stuck on specifically? Maybe I can help.

  • @michaelmao6180
    @michaelmao6180 3 роки тому

    Ryan Bates: Writes keyboard firmware for an Arduino
    QMK: Exists

  • @liszcgsedt
    @liszcgsedt 3 роки тому

    Mini USB connedctor is superior Why and by how much? From my perspective, I have a bunch of spare micro USB cables (as phones have switched to USB-C) around and that has been the deciding point for me so far...
    And yes, when testing a keyboard the other day, I screwed up a pin HIGH/LOW state (basically, I forgot that the LOW is not necessarily 0, ignored a pull-down resistor, I think, for which reason the button was always considered HIGH) and ended up with Arduino emulating CTRL+N 10 times in a second. It took me half an hour of frustrating attempts and reboots to upload a harmless blank sketch before the circus began over again (hint: use an OS where you can pin a window always on top of the others and swear a lot in the process, in my case that helped). :D
    Also, many years ago (pre-Arduino/RasPi time) the boss button was a thing. I think there was a small commercial solution of a button or pedal along with a small app to define the button macro. Now I am thinking of making a set of cardboard steering wheel (with MPU6050 and two buttons) and a pedal for a car racing dame. Neat!

  • @mistaecco
    @mistaecco 4 роки тому

    Cool stuff! Been subbed since the original arcade cab indiegogo, only just now realizing that I have a ton of catching up to do on your back catalog! Haha.
    Gonna be using a good number of things demonstrated here soon, not for a macro keyboard, but instead to make a custom controller for some rhythm games that have super specific control schemes. Hopefully it'll work out well!

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 3 роки тому

    This is fantastic !
    Thank you !

  • @kinangeagle133
    @kinangeagle133 4 роки тому

    This beast is using windows 7 in 2020. Times are tough man I know but the free upgrade is worth it if your pc was made within the last 5 years. Solid stuff in the video though

  • @msjesusbeans
    @msjesusbeans 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Ryan, could you make an assembly video?

  • @RetroBuiltGames
    @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

    Version 2.0 is here!!! ua-cam.com/video/IDlcxLQ1SbY/v-deo.html I added many of the popular requests from these comments like individually address RGB lights, I2C LCD breakout, and a better 3D printed case.

  • @RixtronixLAB
    @RixtronixLAB Рік тому

    Nice video, well done, thanks for sharing it with us :)

  • @martinsvensson6884
    @martinsvensson6884 3 роки тому

    Would be nice if you could program the face of the keys.. a small oled or e-ink screen on each key. But maybe gets too expensive.
    An alternative would be a version with a touch screen. But maybe you can use a phone or tablet then just as well somehow coupled to the PC..
    Its a bit nicer with real keys. And maybe regular stickers can solve it in the end much cheaper..

  • @maczajsci7080
    @maczajsci7080 4 роки тому

    why not include joysticks for 2d scrolling/ fine mouse control and arrow keys. or even CTRL Z CTRL Y CTRL S CTRL A

  • @HAMMER_2.2
    @HAMMER_2.2 3 роки тому

    Do these roatary encoders give like an incremental pulse every time they are turned?
    I want to add a volume knob for my android radio. The radio has assignable steering wheel controls that are based on differential resistance. Each button gets its own value of resistance, and for volume, each press equates to a different step in volume level.
    Im wondering if theres a rotary encoder out there that i can add a resistor to, and use it as a volume knob for this radio. Maybe even use the built in button as a mute command?
    Anyone have any ideas?

  • @DPTech_workroom
    @DPTech_workroom 4 роки тому

    Cool!
    I have did a digital caliper result sender to my CAD program with an Arduino Pro Micro (32u4), or other program.
    But not finished yet the case and the PCB.
    On my instagram there are a short video.

  • @Kurogod5
    @Kurogod5 4 роки тому

    I bought a couple recently, there is no documentation for soldering the back side of the board... could someone help me out ?

  • @Micromation
    @Micromation 2 роки тому

    This is really informative however as an individual terminally inept with programming, how would one go about creating macro that repeats specific order button until pressed again but also randomises input delay between each inpuut within specified range? (let's say randomly choosing value between 13ms and 37ms for delay between inputs)

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  2 роки тому

      try asking this question in the Arduino forms. be warned, "how-do-i-do-my-program" can result in an 'abrasive' response

  • @qzorn4440
    @qzorn4440 3 роки тому

    this is so exciting on creative thinking and doing it X# of ways... for my 1st starter project is: 2 real world pushbuttons: PB1 = F11 and PB2 = F12 then may be a few more PB? thanks a lot...:)

  • @kitten_ailinchen
    @kitten_ailinchen Рік тому

    Nice Project, i would like to make a macro keypad myself and would also like to order the boards myself from JLCPCB. Now my question would be whether you can provide the Gerber file?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  Рік тому

      Thankyou! Gerbers are not released, but the schematic is- you can make your own layout. Check out version 2.0 schematic- i made some improvements. ua-cam.com/video/IDlcxLQ1SbY/v-deo.html

  • @nicklee8907
    @nicklee8907 3 роки тому

    Have you considered just direct soldering the 32u4 chip? you could then run USB C and the component count wouldn't go up that much

  • @jeffclassics
    @jeffclassics 4 роки тому

    I hope you'll have a stock of the kit with knob.

  • @grafikschwarzmarkt
    @grafikschwarzmarkt 3 роки тому

    Why didnt you use the existing TX/RX LED as mode LEDs? They can be activated and deactivated…

  • @SomeBlueRobot
    @SomeBlueRobot 4 роки тому

    Any chance there's going to be a restock on the Black PCB's? Love the design and I'm definitely going to pick one of these up.

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      I'd say 3 weeks? I've got a few spare rev 0.3 boards; just email me. (foot pedal wiring is goofed)

    • @SomeBlueRobot
      @SomeBlueRobot 4 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames Thanks for the reply! I ended up getting a green one haha. Got all my parts ordered and looking forward to building it!

  • @leopardabsurdity
    @leopardabsurdity 3 роки тому

    Loved your video! I actually do not want to build a keyboard (yet). I travel a lot for work and do not have computer access nor time to change keyboard mapping in the computer. what I would like is and intermediate device I could insert between the keyboard and the computer that would do the remapping for me - that I can fully program. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

  • @Ken-zg3ze
    @Ken-zg3ze 2 роки тому

    How did you resin print directly on the build plate? Do Formlabs printers not suffer from "elephant's foot" on the build plate?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  2 роки тому

      You can place parts directly on the build plate. SLA does not suffer from elephants foot which is really a FDM symptom. OR (this is the recommended way for Form 2 printing), anchor the part using lost of tiny supports to a raft.

  • @tad2021
    @tad2021 3 роки тому

    Resistor arrays are a pain to source and the larger package size ones keep getting discounted.

  • @colinchow_
    @colinchow_ 4 роки тому

    can you make a 3d file fot the case that doesn't shot the switch housing because i am not really a fan of the floating switch design. I was also wondering if you were to do it, can you make a hole for the micro usb

  • @codymeetsfusion
    @codymeetsfusion 4 роки тому

    i need a board with 8 rotary encoders do do different stuff is this possible with your pcb? how should i program this?

  • @sjay67
    @sjay67 4 роки тому

    I notice you are out of stock on the PCB, can I get the eagle drawings. I was thinking of making one, however this would she a lot of time and mistakes. In the end I would like a slightly different layout. Thx

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      back in stock! i added the PDF schematic if you want to try building your own

    • @sjay67
      @sjay67 4 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames thanks for responding. Since then I have spent a lot of time (to much time) looking at circuits etc., Bought some stuff.. as you said spending 3 times the amount of money buying different parts etc etc etc. Using a DMK, I just made macros work using two different programs, because I couldn't make either work on the own. I have ordered parts, and would still like to get PCB and make a custom keyboard but don't have the 32u4 chip yet. I like your circuit but would want 6x5 buttons or 6x6 with diodes. ... And would still like to program C code for this. Can you alter the board ? I can give you money..

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      @@sjay67 Thank you Ian. I must respectfully decline; i do not have the resources [time] to design a new layout.

  • @thelightwielder
    @thelightwielder Рік тому

    what do you think about making the RGB backlight change colors when you change modes? If you match a color up to different programs it could make it easier to remember the shortcuts

  • @lucaraggio4614
    @lucaraggio4614 4 роки тому

    Unfortunately the PCB is out-of-stock, so I'm trying to figuring it out:
    How is the MODE button connected?

  • @jeffclassics
    @jeffclassics 4 роки тому

    Hello, I checked the link and the version with knob is out of stock.

  • @euphoriess
    @euphoriess Рік тому

    can I make a macro keyboard with, like, dozens of keys?
    and, the keys is not side by side, they seperated left right, up down, front back
    "but why?", you may ask
    for flight simulator like DCS, I have many buttons in the cockpit, I want to bring it out of the computer screen for easier access (normally I have to use mouse to click on them)

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  Рік тому +1

      yes that can be done

    • @euphoriess
      @euphoriess Рік тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames can you make a tutorial? not necessary to make whole cockpit with hundreds of buttons, but make a scaleable one, I will follow and expand the number of buttons
      I have nearly no experience in this field

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  Рік тому

      i mean this is the tutorial right here. It scales. Just use 4 more pins for a 6x6 and that's 36 keys....

  • @zengwenxin8402
    @zengwenxin8402 3 роки тому

    So the macro to open any software is basically achieved by win+R and then print the software name?

  • @mahidulislam6611
    @mahidulislam6611 4 роки тому

    how can i upload code in pro micro by Android???
    need this video

  • @deathofthemagi
    @deathofthemagi 3 роки тому

    A macro to auto insert "Select top 1000 * From DbName.dbo. " ... I'm drooling. Must build.

  • @someoneelse1534
    @someoneelse1534 4 роки тому

    I'm buying the parts I need to make one of these, but I don't really know what sort of LEDs to buy. I've Googled LED 1206 (as listed on the webpage) but that yields generic LEDs. Any help would be appreciated.
    Also, Diodes are only required for multi-keystroke macro, correct?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      check the links in the desc. I list part numbers to buy from a supplier.

  • @someoneelse1534
    @someoneelse1534 4 роки тому

    Im lookinng to use a three-way switch to toggle between the different key layouts. Does any one know if that’s a reasonable idea, or what would be the easiest/cheepest hardware to get the job done? I like the idea of the classic guitar pickup selector, though probably downsized a bit.

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      That is very reasonable. An idea to do this: use the analog pin and make the switch select from different 'set' resistances. your logic would just be if voltage =this range, then mode 1 and so on. this application is also called a 'resistor ladder' .

  • @forflais3149
    @forflais3149 3 роки тому

    Could you help me? I’m stuck with my project

  •  3 роки тому

    Couldn't you just wire a toggle switch that prevents it from going into HID mode?

  • @fex905
    @fex905 4 роки тому

    Just got the boards! What should I look for when getting a rotary encoder? Or do you have some models you recommend?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      I updated the Tindie store with Digikey p/n for encoders.
      987-1398-ND

  • @zerobrine1076
    @zerobrine1076 3 роки тому

    can you show how you made the pcb?

  • @sugertea_9423
    @sugertea_9423 3 роки тому

    brother, will you please share the PCB file with us? I am from a remote country and the shipping fee is very high here

  • @AlbertoC504
    @AlbertoC504 4 роки тому

    Could this be done without the PCB? I’ve seen many others solder wires from switches to Arduino pins directly

  • @francescofrate9486
    @francescofrate9486 3 роки тому

    Thanks a lot, you made an amazing job, one question:
    I downloaded switchcase_macrokeys and I need that only when I press and hold "case 3" button it should press continuously the key, example: now if I press and hold case 3 it press one time the key and print 3, I need it print 3333333333333333.......... untill I release button, but, I repeat, only in case 3.
    Is it possible?
    Thanks Again

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  3 роки тому

      remove the "break;" from case 3. that will help a bit

  • @kelton8852
    @kelton8852 4 роки тому

    Struggling with the upload and reset

  • @danilokrausz9103
    @danilokrausz9103 3 роки тому

    I try to use in obs but when the obs is not in focus, the.macros dosent work.. I dont know why

  • @vj-nikkolax8008
    @vj-nikkolax8008 4 роки тому

    Hi I am in Spain and I am looking for chiclet keys but I don't know where can I find it ... Every body prefers mechanical keyboards but I prefer chiclet keyboards.
    Do you know how can I bought that kind of keys ?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      I have seen these chiclet keycaps on pimpmykeyboard pimpmykeyboard.com/all-products/keycaps/novelty-keys/

  • @curias7
    @curias7 4 роки тому +1

    How can i add an oled display for thia macro pad?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      The I2C lines are tied up with 2 column lines for the keys. But you could probably swap them with the 'mode' status LEDs and use a OLED.

    • @curias7
      @curias7 4 роки тому +1

      @@RetroBuiltGames thanks, so I change the mode status LEDs to oled? right?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      I think it be best to repurpose the LED pins to replace the two row-matrix pins. The dedicated i2c lines talk to the OLED, they are currently being used as the row/ column matrix for the keyboard keys in this build. As I reflect on it, not a great design choice on my end. But that's why the revision number is sub 1.0.

  • @someoneelse1534
    @someoneelse1534 3 роки тому

    I'm confused as to the purpose of the "R" connections on the back of the board. I get that they're to do with the LEDs but do you need to solder them, leave them, or add a resistor to them?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  3 роки тому

      if you do not want LEDs, then leave then blank/ unpopulated

    • @someoneelse1534
      @someoneelse1534 3 роки тому

      What what type of resistors do you popluate it with if you’re using LEDs?

  • @maxmustermann8895
    @maxmustermann8895 4 роки тому

    where can I buy separate Cherry MX keys?

  • @hex1795
    @hex1795 2 роки тому

    What software do you use to make the keys do different things, I built one of these (epic btw) and I am unable to make the keys so much of anything

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  2 роки тому

      software is Arduino IDE

    • @hex1795
      @hex1795 2 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames once the keys are bound to the extended f keys I mean

  • @nnmorshed7353
    @nnmorshed7353 3 роки тому

    Please give me Mini Version! (Macro Keyboard v1.0) code without LCD

  • @logankempisty526
    @logankempisty526 4 роки тому

    i have one question cause im confused, can i make this on a breadboard without your pcb and if so how can i?

  • @nguytd03
    @nguytd03 3 роки тому

    when will the pcb in stock?

  • @B_aka_Scias
    @B_aka_Scias 4 роки тому

    how does this rotary encoder feels compared to a mouse wheel? 👀
    like, if you place it sideways would it be able to rotate freely? 👀👀 or is it too stiff?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому +1

      It would work, but it's bulky. The lateral forces might shorten the life. It's also kinda stiff; but that varies with the make/model, The encoder like most (not all) scroll wheels has pits/ that it will lock into so it doesn't spin freely. You can mitigate the stiffness by increasing the radius of the knob, but again, bulkiness.

  • @3dprintingkid709
    @3dprintingkid709 3 роки тому

    How do i add a profile button so i can change what each one does based on what app is open is it possible

  • @lucasferrer8080
    @lucasferrer8080 4 роки тому

    Hello, how are you? Where can I find more details for building the plate on this micro keyboard?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      www.tindie.com/products/ryanbatesrbg/pcb-for-programmable-macro-keyboard-encoders/

  • @peastfist1602
    @peastfist1602 2 роки тому

    Can i actually make split keyboard with that using breadboard ?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  2 роки тому

      yes, You'll need to omit some features I have (LEDs, potentiometer) and just expand the rows and columns for a full keyboard.

    • @peastfist1602
      @peastfist1602 2 роки тому

      @@RetroBuiltGames But sir , i dont know which pin i have to solder and i dont know which pin should i connect with the breadboard

  • @Bull333t
    @Bull333t 2 роки тому

    If I want to build this with the foot pedal, can I just connect them as i would connect the switches just use the trrs cable?

  • @fex905
    @fex905 3 роки тому

    Is there be a way to juryrig a seeeduino xiao onto the board?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  3 роки тому

      maybe, but looking at that pinout (there are less IO) you would have to sacrifice some keys or LEDs.

  • @jeandeux5012
    @jeandeux5012 3 роки тому

    Why didnt you use a shift register or two for you keyboard ? Just curious

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  3 роки тому

      for DIY projects I want other people to adopt, a minimum parts list is more appealing.

  • @anshulsingh8326
    @anshulsingh8326 2 роки тому +2

    Why are u so short sided, not thinking before doing something like me?

  • @NortelGeek
    @NortelGeek 3 роки тому

    I should make one with Alps switches.

  • @jtktam
    @jtktam 4 роки тому

    do you have a link to the stl for the printable key caps? thanks

  • @nukezat
    @nukezat 4 роки тому

    How could I integrate a small arduino oled screen to it?

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      I'm working a on a version 2.0 for this exact reason (plus other features)

  • @vaxel2
    @vaxel2 2 роки тому

    nooooo😱
    OUT OF STOCKS!😩
    Please, I'm interested in the kit to solder+flash+go :)
    We're a horde out there bro!! :D

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  2 роки тому

      the mini (which is a spin off of this), is still in stock. www.tindie.com/products/21799/

  • @ManicQuinn
    @ManicQuinn 4 роки тому

    Can I do this with a Uno? I'm short of cash this pandemic and really wanted to do something with my UNO that I got a few years ago

    • @RetroBuiltGames
      @RetroBuiltGames  4 роки тому

      It's possible, but you need a special library. It will bit-bang out USB protocol and it's not as responsive as a device with HID built-in.