The Ultimate Keyboard: Adding a TrackPoint and Going Wireless!

Adding a TrackPoint to a Split Keyboard!

In this video, I’m walking you through my journey of transforming a split keyboard with some awesome custom upgrades! I’ll show you how I added a Lenovo TrackPoint, designed my own custom PCB (thanks to PCBWay), and added Red Pro Choc switches for a unique typing feel. To top it all off, I’ll be making the keyboard wireless for ultimate portability and freedom.

Here’s what you’ll see in this video:
1. TrackPoint Installation: Adding a classic Lenovo TrackPoint for that iconic pointing experience.
2. Custom PCB Design: I’ll show how I designed and built a custom PCB to bring it all together.
3. Switch Choice: Why I chose Red Pro Choc switches and the feel they bring.
4. Going Wireless: Making the keyboard wireless for a seamless, cable-free setup!

Links and Parts:
Print-Service/Sponsor: https://www.pcbway.com
Red Pro Switches: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500...
Diods: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/328498...
Hot swap sockets: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500...
On/Off Switch: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/400068...
Nice!Nano clone: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500...
Reset button: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/328733...
Keycaps: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500...
Battery: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500...
Nice Nano Sockets: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/400112...
Battery JST Connector: https://de.aliexpress.com/item/100500...
Screws and standoffs I used m2
Thinkpad trackpoint pinout: https://deskthority.net/wiki/TrackPoi...

Repository: https://github.com/auryn31/avocado/tr...

The repository contains also the pcb and the code/action to build code

Whether you’re a keyboard enthusiast or just curious about custom builds, this tutorial will guide you through each step. Stick around for tips, challenges I faced, and a close look at the final result!

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