X-Keys USB GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) Unit

SKU: XK1502HIO14R MFR: XK-1502-UHIO14-R
$99.95
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Key Features

  • Enhance your live production with versatile X-Keys USB GPIO for seamless control integration.
  • Enjoy reliable connectivity with our USB interface, ensuring real-time streaming without interruption.
  • High video quality is now easily managed; set up custom controls with our intuitive software.
  • Experience versatile compatibility across Windows, Mac, and Android for broad application uses.
  • Simplify complex tasks with easy setup; program up to 1,000 keystrokes on this compact unit.
  • Use real-time streaming capabilities to trigger actions from external devices via USB HID.
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X-Keys USB GPIO 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
    Android: X-keys Android

  • Free Software Development Kits

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

  • USB Codes Supported

    HID keyboard, HID mouse, HID game controller, HID multimedia

  • Input Connectors

    HD15 Male (compatible with HD15 extension cable), 2 x 3.5mm stereo ports

  • Number of Inputs

    10 Total/5 VDC pull-down inputs

  • Number of Outputs

    5 VDC outputs

  • Optional Accessories

    HD15 to Screw Terminal Connector, Wired switches, Y cords, USB Extender

  • Connector

    Wired USB standard "A" plug

  • Cord Length

    3m (9.84')

  • Wiring Distance

    Up to 1000' (300m) from switch to port

  • Mounting

    Two 0.19" DIA mounting holes, 3" O.C. (4.8mm DIA, 76mm O.C.)

  • USB Type

    USB 1.1 compatible through 3.0 Type-c with adapter

  • Power Source

    USB port, nominal voltage = 5 VDC

  • Power Consumption

    31 mA at 5 VDC

  • Temperature Range

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

  • Memory Capacity

    Approximately 1,000 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

    2.55 x 2.55 x 1.01" (6.48 x 6.48 x 2.57cm)

  • Weight

    6 oz (170.10g)

  • UPC Code

    703273015022

About X-Keys USB GPIO

Enhance your technological capabilities with the X-keys USB GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) unit, a versatile device designed to streamline your digital interactions. This unit is equipped with 10 configurable ports, each capable of functioning as 5-volt outputs, short-to-ground inputs, or 5-volt pull-down inputs, offering you a wide range of connectivity options.

In addition to these configurable ports, this USB GPIO unit also boasts two dedicated 5-volt outputs and four dedicated short-to-ground inputs, further expanding its functionality. These features are designed to provide you with a comprehensive solution for your electronic needs.

The ten configurable ports can be easily set using a free Windows utility, which we provide via a convenient download link. This utility allows you to program all inputs, enabling them to send a diverse array of USB keyboard, mouse, game controller, multimedia, and other proprietary USB HID messages.

Moreover, all outputs can be triggered via USB HID, with support provided by our free SDKs for various operating systems, including Windows, OS X, Linux, and Android. This ensures that the X-keys USB GPIO unit is compatible with a wide range of devices and platforms.

For reliable and secure connections, this unit features a standard HD15 male connector that links to all configurable I/O ports and dedicated outputs. Additionally, it includes two 3.5mm TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve, also known as Stereo) ports that connect to the four dedicated short-to-ground inputs. These ports facilitate the addition of external switches, making this unit a comprehensive solution for your digital connectivity needs.

In summary, the X-keys USB GPIO unit is a versatile and comprehensive device, designed to enhance your digital interactions and provide a wide range of connectivity options.

X-Keys USB GPIO Features

  • 10 configurable Input/Output Ports
  • HID Keyboard, Mouse and Game Controller Hardware Emulation
  • Free SDKs for Windows, Linux and Android
  • Internal memory for hardware, resident macros for OS independent support

Key Features

  • Enhance your live production with versatile X-Keys USB GPIO for seamless control integration.
  • Enjoy reliable connectivity with our USB interface, ensuring real-time streaming without interruption.
  • High video quality is now easily managed; set up custom controls with our intuitive software.
  • Experience versatile compatibility across Windows, Mac, and Android for broad application uses.
  • Simplify complex tasks with easy setup; program up to 1,000 keystrokes on this compact unit.
  • Use real-time streaming capabilities to trigger actions from external devices via USB HID.

What's in the box:

  • X-Keys USB GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) Unit
  • Manual
  • X-Keys 1 Year Limited Warranty