X-Keys XK-68 Jog and Shuttle Controller with 68 Programmable Keys, Red and Blue Backlighting

SKU: XK0990UBG68R MFR: XK-0990-UBG68-R
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Key Features

  • Enhance video editing with the X-Keys jog/shuttle, featuring 68 programmable keys.
  • Customize your workflow using our versatile multimedia mixer with red and blue backlighting.
  • Achieve precise control with 15 shuttle zones and tactile jog control for live production.
  • Enjoy seamless integration across OS with USB HID, perfect for video switching tasks.
  • Ensure reliability with switches guaranteed for 1 million operations on this X-Keys controller.
  • Program complex macros using MacroWorks 3.1, streamlining your video and audio tasks.
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X-Keys XK-68 Specifications

  • Operating System

    Use: Any OS via USB HID
    Programming: Windows XP through 10, Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.10

  • Free Programming Software

    Windows: MacroWorks 3.1
    Mac: ControllerMate for X-keys

  • Free Software Development Kits

    Windows (C++, C#, VB.NET)
    OS X SDK
    Linux (C++)
    Android (Java)
    Raw HID (any language/OS)

  • Emulation Modes

    HID keyboard, HID mouse, HID game controller

  • Jog Control

    10 detents, independent clockwise and counterclockwise commands

  • Shuttle Control

    Fifteen programmable zones - seven clockwise, seven counter-clockwise and one at zero

  • Switch Types

    Full-travel rubber dome, carbon on gold contacts, guaranteed for over 1 million operations

  • Number of Keys

    68 single keys + programming button

  • Actuation Force

    Approx. 2.5 oz (72g) break-over, approx. 1.5 oz (42g) hold

  • Keycaps

    0.625" (16mm) sq.; relegendable with Cherry MX compatible stem

  • Key Spacing

    0.75" O.C.

  • Optional Keys

    2X1, 1X2, 2X2 and 1x1 blocker

  • Backlighting

    1 blue and 1 red addressable LED under each key

  • Connector

    Wired USB standard "A" plug

  • Cord Length

    118" (3m)

  • USB Type

    USB 1.1 compatible through 3.0 Type-c with adapter

  • Power Source

    USB port, nominal voltage = 5 VDC

  • Current Draw

    No backlight: 18 mA, Blue backlight full: 38 mA, Red backlight full: 57 mA, All backlights: 75 mA

  • Temperature Range

    -20 to 60 deg. C (-4 to 140 deg. F)

  • Memory Capacity

    Approximately 21,000 keystrokes or commands in onboard memory

  • Memory Type

    EEPROM, non-volatile memory (X-keys retains memory for over 200 years)

  • Environmental Rating

    IP 40, typical indoor office environment

  • Certifications

    FCC class B, CE, RoHS, WEEE compliant

  • Dimensions

    5.8 x 3.8 x 0.94" (14.73 x 9.65 x 2.39cm)

  • Weight

    10 oz (283.49g)

  • UPC Code

    703273009908

About X-Keys XK-68

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.

X-Keys XK-68 Features

  • Industry standard jog & shuttle control
  • Prefect for time line editing control
  • Supports keystrokes, game controller and media commands
  • Free SDK offer full access to raw positioning data
  • Individual addressable backlighting under each key
  • Suitable for desktop, mounted, or hand held use

Key Features

  • Enhance video editing with the X-Keys jog/shuttle, featuring 68 programmable keys.
  • Customize your workflow using our versatile multimedia mixer with red and blue backlighting.
  • Achieve precise control with 15 shuttle zones and tactile jog control for live production.
  • Enjoy seamless integration across OS with USB HID, perfect for video switching tasks.
  • Ensure reliability with switches guaranteed for 1 million operations on this X-Keys controller.
  • Program complex macros using MacroWorks 3.1, streamlining your video and audio tasks.

What's in the box:

  • X-Keys XK-68 Jog and Shuttle Controller with 68 Programmable Keys
  • Pre-Printed Legend Sheet
  • Blank Legend Sheet
  • Replacement Key Set (2 Tall / 1 Wide / 1 Key Puller)
  • 2x Angled Feet
  • Manual
  • X-Keys 1 Year Limited Warranty