diff --git a/Home.md b/Home.md index 8db4e25..48f01b5 100644 --- a/Home.md +++ b/Home.md @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ This wiki will collect technical notes, assembly and configuration guides, tips [Classic Keyboard build guide](classic-keyboard-build) -[Apple II notes] (apple-ii-mount) +[Apple II notes] (apple-ii-notes)
Programming the Atmega chips diff --git a/apple-ii-notes/apple-ii-notes.md b/apple-ii-notes/apple-ii-notes.md index e69de29..dfa8e43 100644 --- a/apple-ii-notes/apple-ii-notes.md +++ b/apple-ii-notes/apple-ii-notes.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +Notes on Apple II configuration + +Mount the keyboard to the case using 6-32 Male/Femail standoffs. This will keep the keys from protruding too much, and provides room for the lid to slide between the case and the keyboard. + +Because the threads for the keyboard screws are angled relative to the case, I suggest using an internal-tooth lockwasher between the standoffs and the case to provide a bit of traction. + +I also suggest using thin insulating plastic washers beneath the screw heads to protect the PCB, although this is optional. + + + +
+Mounting keyboards with Cherry MX keys +Parts: + +* (qty 4) standoff, 6-32, 3/16". Example: https://www.mcmaster.com/93505A633 +* (qty 4) internal tooth lock washers, #6. Example: https://www.mcmaster.com/91108A140 +* (qty 4) plastic washers, #6 (optional). Example: https://www.mcmaster.com/90295A380 + +
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+Mounting keyboards with Futaba MD4-PCS keys +Parts: + +* (qty 4) standoff, 6-32, 5/8". Example: https://www.mcmaster.com/93505A443 +* (qty 4) internal tooth lock washers, #6. Example: https://www.mcmaster.com/91108A140 +* (qty 4) plastic washers, #6 (optional). Example: https://www.mcmaster.com/90295A380 +
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Cherry MX keys -The keyboard is designed to accommodate PCB-mounted Cherry-MX compatible Spacebar aligner hardware. Most standard aligner kits come with pre-bend rods for a 6.25u spacebar. Since the 8u spacebar in the retro-keyboards, you will need to bend your own rod. I have included some sources for the rods below (1). +The keyboard is designed to accommodate PCB-mounted Cherry-MX compatible Spacebar aligner hardware. Most standard aligner kits come with pre-bend rods for a 6.25u spacebar. Since the 8u spacebar in the retro-keyboards, you will need to bend your own rod. I have included some sources for the rods below. + +Be sure to install the stabilizer hardware (except the rod) **before** combining the PCB and the aligner, since there will not be enough room to install the stabilizers once the two are assembled and soldered together.