Difference between revisions of "BTC 51 series"
m (Daniel beardsmore moved page BTC 51X9 series to BTC 51 series: Using the name from the user's manual) |
(→5149 E5XKBM10140) (Tag: Visual edit) |
||
| (10 intermediate revisions by 4 users not shown) | |||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
| − | {{TODO photo|more=true|reason=need photos of | + | {{TODO photo|more=true|reason=need photos of 5140 ISO and 5169}} |
{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
| Line 17: | Line 17: | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | ''' | + | '''BTC 51 series''' is a series of conductive [[BTC dome with slider]] keyboards from [[BTC]]. |
| − | + | ==Series== | |
| + | Confirmed models according to the user's guide are 5139, 5149 and 5169; 5140 is included for convenience, and the exact scope of this series is not known for certain. Model 5139 is not to be confused with the totally different [[BTC 5139 series]]. Three separate FCC IDs have been found associated with keyboards in this style. | ||
| − | The | + | ==Description== |
| + | The case features a subtle reverse curve to the case. As such, not all model numbers fit this pattern. | ||
| − | |||
The keycaps are made of thin ABS and have [[Laser etching|laser-etched]] or [[pad printing|pad-printed]] legends. The profile is similar to [[Signature Plastics DCS family]] profile, but different to SP's keys on the inside. | The keycaps are made of thin ABS and have [[Laser etching|laser-etched]] or [[pad printing|pad-printed]] legends. The profile is similar to [[Signature Plastics DCS family]] profile, but different to SP's keys on the inside. | ||
| − | Although the key stems are [[Cherry MX mount]], the stabilised keys (2 unit and larger) are not compatible with [[Stabiliser#Cherry|Cherry MX stabilisers]]. The series uses a 1. | + | Although the key stems are [[Cherry MX mount]], the stabilised keys (2 unit and larger) are not compatible with [[Stabiliser#Cherry|Cherry MX stabilisers]]. The series uses a 1.25 unit Esc key. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| Line 32: | Line 33: | ||
====5139 E5XKBM111==== | ====5139 E5XKBM111==== | ||
| − | <gallery widths=250 heights=187> | + | <gallery widths="250" heights="187"> |
File:Packard Bell 5139 -- top.jpg | | File:Packard Bell 5139 -- top.jpg | | ||
File:Packard Bell 5139 -- branding.jpg | | File:Packard Bell 5139 -- branding.jpg | | ||
| Line 43: | Line 44: | ||
The model number is not written on this keyboard. The PCB is marked "5139", but then so is the 5149. The layout however is identical the the normal 5139. The similarity in production dates between the PCB and IC suggest high production volume. This keyboard is from 1996. | The model number is not written on this keyboard. The PCB is marked "5139", but then so is the 5149. The layout however is identical the the normal 5139. The similarity in production dates between the PCB and IC suggest high production volume. This keyboard is from 1996. | ||
| − | <gallery widths=250 heights=187> | + | <gallery widths="250" heights="187"> |
File:5139 front.jpg | Front view | File:5139 front.jpg | Front view | ||
File:5139 rear label.jpg | Rear label | File:5139 rear label.jpg | Rear label | ||
| Line 55: | Line 56: | ||
"5140" is the most confusing model number, as it relates to different layouts, eras and connectors. The 5140 number was also used for the Packard Bell 5140M (FCC ID E5XKBM104M10U), a more modern style keyboard of unknown construction but with the same reverse curve shape.<ref>Recycled Goods — [http://www.recycledgoods.com/packard-bell-5140m-keyboard-ps-2-connector-120305-01.html Packard Bell 5140M - Keyboard PS/2 connector (120305-01)]</ref> | "5140" is the most confusing model number, as it relates to different layouts, eras and connectors. The 5140 number was also used for the Packard Bell 5140M (FCC ID E5XKBM104M10U), a more modern style keyboard of unknown construction but with the same reverse curve shape.<ref>Recycled Goods — [http://www.recycledgoods.com/packard-bell-5140m-keyboard-ps-2-connector-120305-01.html Packard Bell 5140M - Keyboard PS/2 connector (120305-01)]</ref> | ||
| − | ==== | + | ====5140 E5XKBM10510==== |
| − | + | 104-key focus layout, with Windows keys and AT Plug with beige keycaps. PCB marked BTC 5140/7131/7931. The controller is BTC UM6868-03 ( seen on the photos below ). Date it unknown, it's not on the PCB. | |
| − | ==== | + | Possibly there is also ISO-layout version with this FCC ID using controller BTC-marked UM6868A-0021.{{Citation needed}}<gallery widths="250" heights="170"> |
| + | File:5140 focus front.jpeg|BTC 5140 focus layout front | ||
| + | File:5140 AT Plug.jpg|AT Plug | ||
| + | File:BTC 1540 rear label.jpg|Rear label | ||
| + | File:BTC 1540 PCB.jpg|PCB | ||
| + | File:BTC 5140 ISO Controller.jpg|Controller | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ====5140 E5XKBM10140==== | ||
104-key Focus layout with Windows keys and AT plug. FCC ID is E5XKBM10140; date is not known but it will be 1995 or later. | 104-key Focus layout with Windows keys and AT plug. FCC ID is E5XKBM10140; date is not known but it will be 1995 or later. | ||
| − | <gallery widths=250 heights=187> | + | <gallery widths="250" heights="187"> |
File:BTC 5140 -- top.jpg | Top | File:BTC 5140 -- top.jpg | Top | ||
File:BTC 5140 -- AT plug.jpg | AT plug | File:BTC 5140 -- AT plug.jpg | AT plug | ||
| Line 68: | Line 77: | ||
===5149=== | ===5149=== | ||
| − | ISO layout; PCB and controller chip are marked "5139". This version has been found to suffer from [[ghosting]]; normally, potential ghosts are blocked, but playing Tyrian Destruct with two-player keyboard sharing revealed a flaw where a ghost could be emitted, requiring player 2 to use the alternative set of keys. | + | ISO layout; PCB and controller chip are marked "5139", which indicates that the 5139/5149/5169 are sharing the same PCB, further proven by most if not all 5139 PCBs have contact pads to accommodate different layouts. This version has been found to suffer from [[ghosting]]; normally, potential ghosts are blocked, but playing Tyrian Destruct with two-player keyboard sharing revealed a flaw where a ghost could be emitted, requiring player 2 to use the alternative set of keys. |
| − | <gallery widths=250 heights=187> | + | <gallery widths="250" heights="187"> |
File:Packard Bell 5149 -- front.jpg | File:Packard Bell 5149 -- front.jpg | ||
File:Packard Bell 5149 -- rear.jpg|Rear view | File:Packard Bell 5149 -- rear.jpg|Rear view | ||
| Line 83: | Line 92: | ||
File:Packard Bell 5149 -- cable connector and earthing wire.jpg|Cable connector and earthing wire | File:Packard Bell 5149 -- cable connector and earthing wire.jpg|Cable connector and earthing wire | ||
File:Packard Bell 5149 -- cable label.jpg|Warning label on PS/2 cable | File:Packard Bell 5149 -- cable label.jpg|Warning label on PS/2 cable | ||
| + | </gallery><br /> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===5149 E5XKBM10140=== | ||
| + | ISO layout, really hard but thin Abs keycaps. The backspace, and the large keys on the numpad uses guide shaft type stabilizers. The enter and the space uses wire stabilizers.<gallery widths="250" heights="187"> | ||
| + | File:BTC51 5149 E5XKBM10140.jpg | ||
| + | File:Btc 5149 E5XKBM10140 rear view.jpg|rear view | ||
| + | File:Btc 5149 E5XKBM10140 labels.jpg|rear labels | ||
| + | File:Btc 5149 E5XKBM10140.jpg|without keycaps | ||
| + | File:Btc 5149 E5XKBM10140 keycaps.jpg|keycaps removed. some keycaps use wire stabiliser and some uses guide shaft type. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
| Line 89: | Line 107: | ||
==Documentation== | ==Documentation== | ||
| − | * [ | + | |
| + | *[[:File:BTC 51,71,72,79 Series Keyboard User's Guide.pdf|BTC 51/71/72/79 Series Keyboard User's Guide]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 00:03, 30 July 2020
 |
This article requires additional photographic illustration — need photos of 5140 ISO and 5169 |
This article is a stub. You can help Deskthority by expanding it.
 | |
| FCC ID |
E5XKBM111 E5XKBM10140 E5XKBM10510 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BTC |
| Layouts | Focus layout, ISO, ANSI |
| Keyswitches | BTC dome with slider (PCB) |
| Interface | AT, PS/2 |
BTC 51 series is a series of conductive BTC dome with slider keyboards from BTC.
Contents
Series
Confirmed models according to the user's guide are 5139, 5149 and 5169; 5140 is included for convenience, and the exact scope of this series is not known for certain. Model 5139 is not to be confused with the totally different BTC 5139 series. Three separate FCC IDs have been found associated with keyboards in this style.
Description
The case features a subtle reverse curve to the case. As such, not all model numbers fit this pattern.
The keycaps are made of thin ABS and have laser-etched or pad-printed legends. The profile is similar to Signature Plastics DCS family profile, but different to SP's keys on the inside. Although the key stems are Cherry MX mount, the stabilised keys (2 unit and larger) are not compatible with Cherry MX stabilisers. The series uses a 1.25 unit Esc key.
Variants
5139
5139 E5XKBM111
Rear label, with E5XKBM111 FCC ID
5139 E5XKBM10140
The model number is not written on this keyboard. The PCB is marked "5139", but then so is the 5149. The layout however is identical the the normal 5139. The similarity in production dates between the PCB and IC suggest high production volume. This keyboard is from 1996.
Front view
Rear label
Intel-based keyboard controller, dated 9614
PCB, dated 9613
Dome sheets
Mount
5140
"5140" is the most confusing model number, as it relates to different layouts, eras and connectors. The 5140 number was also used for the Packard Bell 5140M (FCC ID E5XKBM104M10U), a more modern style keyboard of unknown construction but with the same reverse curve shape.[1]
5140 E5XKBM10510
104-key focus layout, with Windows keys and AT Plug with beige keycaps. PCB marked BTC 5140/7131/7931. The controller is BTC UM6868-03 ( seen on the photos below ). Date it unknown, it's not on the PCB.
Possibly there is also ISO-layout version with this FCC ID using controller BTC-marked UM6868A-0021.[Citation needed]
BTC 5140 focus layout front
AT Plug
Rear label
PCB
Controller
5140 E5XKBM10140
104-key Focus layout with Windows keys and AT plug. FCC ID is E5XKBM10140; date is not known but it will be 1995 or later.
Top
AT plug
Rear label
5149
ISO layout; PCB and controller chip are marked "5139", which indicates that the 5139/5149/5169 are sharing the same PCB, further proven by most if not all 5139 PCBs have contact pads to accommodate different layouts. This version has been found to suffer from ghosting; normally, potential ghosts are blocked, but playing Tyrian Destruct with two-player keyboard sharing revealed a flaw where a ghost could be emitted, requiring player 2 to use the alternative set of keys.
Rear view
Rear label
Loose domes over the sliders
Dome sheets over the PCB
Loose domes; the single yellow dome is from the space bar
All 102 domes
Cherry MX mount sliders
PCB, rear
Keyboard controller from Zilog
Cable connector and earthing wire
Warning label on PS/2 cable
5149 E5XKBM10140
ISO layout, really hard but thin Abs keycaps. The backspace, and the large keys on the numpad uses guide shaft type stabilizers. The enter and the space uses wire stabilizers.
rear view
rear labels
without keycaps
keycaps removed. some keycaps use wire stabiliser and some uses guide shaft type.
5169
This is a rare version of which little is known. It has been found with Wyse branding and colours in ANSI layout, with Wyse part number 770180-01 (where -01 is reported to indicate US layout).[2] The FCC ID of this version is E5XKBM111.
