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Accidents happen where life happens. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failure, and more.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for purchase Internationally or in U.S. Territories.
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Use: Any OS via USB HID
Programming: Windows XP through 10, Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.10
Windows: MacroWorks 3.1
Mac: ControllerMate for X-keys
Windows (C++, C#, VB.NET)
OS X SDK
Linux (C++)
Android (Java)
Raw HID (any language/OS)
HID keyboard, HID mouse, HID game controller
10 detents, independent clockwise and counterclockwise commands
Fifteen programmable zones - seven clockwise, seven counter-clockwise and one at zero
Full-travel rubber dome, carbon on gold contacts, guaranteed for over 1 million operations
68 single keys + programming button
Approx. 2.5 oz (72g) break-over, approx. 1.5 oz (42g) hold
0.625" (16mm) sq.; relegendable with Cherry MX compatible stem
0.75" O.C.
2X1, 1X2, 2X2 and 1x1 blocker
1 blue and 1 red addressable LED under each key
Wired USB standard "A" plug
118" (3m)
USB 1.1 compatible through 3.0 Type-c with adapter
USB port, nominal voltage = 5 VDC
No backlight: 18 mA, Blue backlight full: 38 mA, Red backlight full: 57 mA, All backlights: 75 mA
-20 to 60 deg. C (-4 to 140 deg. F)
Approximately 21,000 keystrokes or commands in onboard memory
EEPROM, non-volatile memory (X-keys retains memory for over 200 years)
IP 40, typical indoor office environment
FCC class B, CE, RoHS, WEEE compliant
5.8 x 3.8 x 0.94" (14.73 x 9.65 x 2.39cm)
10 oz (283.49g)
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After meticulous design, the XK-68 Jog and Shuttle Controller emerges as a stylish and innovative solution for audio and video professionals seeking a high-quality, durable, and user-friendly interface for their production workflows. This controller boasts 68 fully programmable keys, empowering users to tailor their control surface to their unique needs, ensuring quick and effortless access to essential functions and commands.
The embedded Jog & Shuttle control is the centerpiece of this device, offering unparalleled precision for timeline navigation and editing. Users can program commands across fifteen distinct zones on the shuttle ring - seven for clockwise, seven for counter-clockwise movements, and one at the neutral position. The jog wheel's rotation can be customized for separate commands in both directions, providing a nuanced level of control that can significantly streamline the editing process.
For developers and advanced users, the XK-68 offers the flexibility to tap into raw positioning data, a feature detailed in our comprehensive, free SDK. This opens up a realm of customization and integration possibilities for specialized applications and software.
The tactile experience of the XK-68 is reminiscent of a standard keyboard, thanks to its full-travel keys that deliver a familiar and comfortable typing feel. The unit is designed with ergonomics in mind, featuring angled feet that create an optimal viewing angle for key legends, reducing strain and enhancing usability during long editing sessions.
Illumination is a critical factor in low-light studio environments, and the XK-68 addresses this with its red and blue addressable backlighting. This feature not only adds a touch of style to the controller but also significantly enhances key identification, allowing users to maintain focus on their creative work without the need to strain their eyes.
In summary, the XK-68 Jog and Shuttle Controller stands out in the market with its extensive customization options, ergonomic design, and thoughtful backlighting, making it an indispensable tool for professionals in the realm of audio and video production.