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Drop + OLKB Planck Mechanical Keyboard Kit V7
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Drop + OLKB Planck Mechanical Keyboard Kit V7

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Solid, Powerful Compact Keyboard
I've had my Planck v6 for two months now and overall, it is a joy to type on. Pros: +The QMK firmware offers a level of customization beyond what any sane person could want. c-coded macros with states and timers can be triggered by assigning custom internal keycodes to keys or by entering a sequence of keys with leader-key functionality. Up to 32 stackable (and conditional) layers can be programmed, so that multiple layers triggered at once causes expected behavior, and switching base layers allows for a variety of "modes". +The keyboard is lightweight, compact, and portable, but it is also solidly built. It can easily fit on top a laptop without hitting keys or triggering the touch pad. (You will want to use an L-shaped cable if you use the keyboard with a laptop.) +The keyboard is easily powered by and functions with all of the android devices I have tested, (both those with USB-micro and USB-C ports), which I cannot say of other, more power-hungry keyboards I have owned. (Both C-to-C and A-to-C with a micro (or C) adapter on the A work, as long as the adapter-side isn't the one plugging into the keyboard.) +The hot-swappable switches on the keyboard really are hot-swappable. (I did not like having some of the keys clicky that I thought I would like clicky, and was able to remove and replace the switches without any problem.) Cons (most are minor firmware related gripes): +There is a steep learning curve, both for learning how to customize it properly (by cross-compiling c-code), and for learning how to type on it in a way that is effective and does not cause strain to your hands. Prepare to modify your keymap several times before you find what works best for you. You may have to change compiler flags just to get the firmware to compile. ('make CFLAGS+="-Wno-error -Os" planck/rev6:keymap-name:dfu-util' works for me.) + There is no easy way to switch between mouse settings on the keyboard (because they are hard-coded), and the speed of the mouse can vary from operating system to operating system. You may have to select values that are a compromise. There is a mouse mode that allows selectable speeds, but enabling this disables the more intuitive acceleration mode. (Update: a new mouse mode in QMK fixes this!) + The keyboard does not seem able to trigger a wake from sleep (with at least one of my laptops), and can sometimes take a while to respond after a wake from sleep. (This may not be the fault of the keyboard (it might have something to do with USB-C and windows), but my other keyboards do not have this problem.) (Update: It was a problem with the USB port on that computer, not the keyboard.) + The Alt+Tab macro (w/timers) feels a little bit like a compromise compared to other less-customizable keyboards with a better behaving app-switching keys. (Update: If you get creative with the coding and make the alt-hold dependent on which layers are active, it works much more smoothly.) + There seems to be no way to end a leader-key sequence without having to wait for it to time out. I would like to be able to choose whether hitting the leader-key again pre-timeout confirms/ends, cancels, or restarts a sequence. (Currently it does nothing.) Recommendations: +Use the 48 key layout. The extra keys at the thumbs are useful for extra layer switching. (Flipping the keycaps so that they angle downward will reduce thumb fatigue and help you feel the center.) +The default keymap isn't spectacular, but it does include a lot of functions w/intelligent comments and can be used as a reference for making your own. +Buy a couple of L-shaped USB-C cables. Because USB-C is flippable, you can insert them so that the cable runs either left or right along the keyboard. This puts less stress on the USB-C port (which has been identified as a structural weak point) and lowers the space footprint of the keyboard considerably. +Using taller SA-profile (or similar) keys for the top left and right corners may help your fingers navigate.
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are stabilizers included?
Yep! The kit comes with two 2-u stabilizers.
Can I put rotary encoder on this?
Yes! The left side of the board has positions for a Rotary Encoder. You can solder one in in either of the four positions. (Or all, but you can only have one programmed function active at a time, not make each RE do something different.)
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YanboWu
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Jun 5, 2023
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Hey everyone, super excited to get these new V7 Plancks in your hands. All pre-orders should have shipped from our warehouse now and on their way to you. I wanted to take this moment to make a note about the encoder. It's important to source encoders that have matching pulse & detent resolutions to ensure proper firmware behavior with the boards. Here is an example of an encoder that will work well Otherwise you should have an update build guide in the box, which should give you step by step instructions on assembling your new kit. Hope everyone enjoys their Planck!
The firmware is already loaded onto the PCBA. What issue are you running into? EDIT: Open PR is found here for V7 firmware Note Rev6_drop firmware should also work fine for this PCBA (minus encoder support of course)
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AfGandalfistan
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Jun 28, 2023
YanboWusince there is no real information about it and my questions here remain unrespondet I want to ask a mod now: Is it possible to address and program all 8 rotary encoders independently or is it just one function per side?
bsastor
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Oct 30, 2023
Hey, any orthogang who received theirs just recently would like to comment on how the V7 feels like?
corsen_9925
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Sep 12, 2023
The assembly instructions for VER7 with the polycarbonate say to fasten screws from the top if it is a lo-pro model and fasten screws from the bottom if it is a Hi-pro or EOTW model. How can I tell which it is? (I don't recall Hi-pro or Lo-pro being an option for selection when I made the order.)
SomewhatEsoteric
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Jul 14, 2023
I got my Planck way faster than I was expecting it. Already set it up as my daily driver, and no big issues. At some point, I need to remap the enter key to raised/lowered space so I can have right shift back. And, configuring raise/lower to keep layers active after tapping will probably be ideal for me, too. Typing complex passwords blind is impractical at the moment. The MTF keycaps I grabbed with it need row 3 level. I was going nuts with the profile until I propped the back of the keyboard up about an inch with some notepads. Any recommendations on rubber feet or a wedge I can use in their place?
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SomewhatEsoteric
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Jul 14, 2023
SomewhatEsotericI found some rubber sound dampening bumpers on Amazon that might work well. Will find out tomorrow if they do the trick.
SomewhatEsoteric
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Jul 15, 2023
SomewhatEsotericThis is what those look like and how well they work.
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Makami
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Jul 11, 2023
With all respect to you guys at Drop and Planck lovers. What is hindering you to drop a new Preonic?
SomewhatEsoteric
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Jul 14, 2023
MakamiI would love to get a Preonic, too.
Draganov
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Jun 30, 2023
I have my Planck Rev7 died after a couple hours of usage. It stopped mid sentence and the lights went out. Now the PC detects a device but not recognizing it as a keyboard. The board itself is not giving any signs of life. No light, no key strokes registered... Nothing. I tried reset button without success. Any bright ideas would be appreciate. Or I should go for return?
THijs
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Jun 15, 2023
I thought they were hot-swappable, I put it together yesterday, but not a single switch gives a signal? It looks very much like Iike I need to solder the switches in...
cvilla
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Jun 15, 2023
THijsSo did you mount the switches south face? If you mount them north face, they're indeed hot-swappable. I received mine today and it works perfect.
BlooKazoo
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Jun 1, 2023
So uhhhhh any update on v7 shipping?
cvilla
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Jun 1, 2023
BlooKazooI got mine just shipped today 1st June (bought on 8th March). Initial estimate of 19th May delayed by a couple of weeks.
BlooKazoo
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Jun 2, 2023
cvillaI ordered on march 8th as well, same estimated date. I checked this morning and it said order placed with vendor, but I see now it says reserved for shipment. Funny timing
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I have a V6 and I’m looking for a pcb to swap into the mid profile case. I’m looking for per key lighting mostly.
Violette
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Feb 11, 2023
There will be low profile case again? =D
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