The Tair keyboard is a split 72-key fully wireless keyboard with 6x6 column staggered keys (with 3 thumb keys) based on a Nordic nRF52840 microcontroller (nice!nano v2).
It uses ZMK Firmware (based on Zephyr RTOS) for functionality. This allows the keyboard to operate wirelessly and handle multiple keypresses simultaneously.
- Split Design: The split configuration allows for natural hand positioning, reducing strain during long typing sessions.
- 72 Keys: With a full set of 72 keys, the keyboard provides all the functionality you need and can be extended even further with enabling multi-layers.
- Wireless Operation: With full wireless connectivity, making your workspace cleaner and more organized.
- Ergonomic Layout: The 6x6 column staggered keys and additional thumb keys enhance typing efficiency and reduce finger movement.
The Tair Keyboard utilizes ZMK Firmware, which is based on the Zephyr RTOS. This powerful firmware enables wireless functionality and ensures that the keyboard can handle multiple keypresses simultaneously without any hiccups. ZMK Firmware provides a high degree of customization, allowing you to tailor the keyboard's behavior to your specific needs.
The nice!nano v2 is the Adafruit nRF52 Bootloader, an easy-to-use CDC/DFU/UF2 bootloader for Nordic nRF52 microcontrollers that appears as a flash drive.
To flash the firmware onto the nice!nano v2 microcontroller, follow these steps:
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Enter Bootloader Mode: Double-tap the RST and GND pins on the nice!nano to enter bootloader mode. The device will appear as a storage device on your computer once connected through USB.
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Prepare Firmware File: Compile your ZMK firmware project. This build will generate a .uf2 firmware file.
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Flash the Firmware: Drag and drop the .uf2 file onto the storage device that appears when the nice!nano is in bootloader mode. The nice!nano will automatically flash the firmware and reboot into normal operation mode.