X-keys USB HD15 Wire Interface
Designed to build custom control panels and discrete inputs to create many unique types of Human Machine Interfaces.
- Buy 10 for $94.95 each and save 5%
Features
- Up to 14 digital inputs and two digital outputs
- HID keyboard, mouse, and joystick hardware emulation
- Free SDKs for Windows, Linux, and Android
- Internal memory for hardware, resident macros for OS independent support
- Compatible with our 4, 6, and 8 button pendants and foot switches
The X-keys® USB HD15 Wire Interface uses the same electronic design as our X-keys Programmable Keyboards and Foot Pedals. X-keys devices can emulate USB Keyboard, Mouse, or Game Controller. Additionally, software developers can integrate X-keys with our HID Input and output messages.
| 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 | 14 Total | 10 via HD15, 4 via two 3.5mm stereo ports |
| Number of Outputs | 2 controllable digital outputs, able to source 10 ma @ 5vdc |
| Optional Accessories | HD15 to Screw Terminal Connector, Wired switches, Y cords, USB Extender |
| Connector | Wired USB standard “A” plug |
| Cord Length | 118" (3 m) |
| Wiring Distance | Up to 1,000 feet (300m) from switch to port |
| Dimensions | 2.55” x 2.55” x 1.01” (65mm x 65mm x 26mm) |
| Mounting | Two 0.19” DIA mounting holes, 3” O.C. (4.8mm DIA, 76mm O.C.) |
| Weight | 6 oz. (160 g) |
| 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 @ 5 VDC |
| Temperature Range | -20 to 60 C |
| 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 |
Download PDF: USB Wire Interface DD.pdf
Sketchup 3D Model
We offer this Sketchup model as a 3D rendering of the USB HD15 Wire Interface for viewing or planning purposes. Dimensions and details of the model, while reasonably accurate, should not be used for critical specifications.
MacroWorks 3.1 for Windows (free download)
- Launch programs, insert Unicode, open files and directories, select tools and more
- Can write macros to X-keys memory for Hardware Mode macro programming
- Control backlighting globally or for individual keys
- Create custom scripting with Visual Basic (Software Mode only)
- Compatible with Windows 10, 8, 7, and Vista (32 or 64 bit) and Windows XP (32 bit only)
- Free technical support via email or phone
- More info...
ControllerMate for Mac OS X (free download)
- Launch programs, insert Unicode, open files and directories, select tools and more
- Control backlighting globally or for individual keys
- Create macros or execute Applescript with drag and drop building blocks
- Compatible with Mac OS X 10.10, 10.9, 10.8, 10.7 and 10.6 (64 bit)
- Free support via OrderedBytes Forum
- More info...
P.I. Engineering SDK (free download)
- Microsoft Visual Studio code examples in C# 2008 Express, C++ 2005, and VB.NET 2008 Express
- Read all key and control states
- Control all backlighting and indicator LEDs
- Free technical support via email or phone
- Linux SDK provides a cross-platform solution for Linux, Windows, and Mac also available
- For X-keys Android devices
- Read all key and control states
- Java-based
- Sets backlighting levels and states
- Free technical support via email or phone
- More info...
Accessories
Resources for Software Developers
P. I. Engineering offers a wide range of options for application developers. Click on any heading to learn more. If you don’t see what you’re looking for here, please contact us (tech@xkeys.com). We have friendly techs and engineers waiting to help you integrate X-keys into your solution.
Includes comprehensive examples in C#, C++, and VB.NET for Windows desktop development in Visual Studio, as well as Java for Android development in Eclipse. Supported via phone and email during standard business hours by our technical support staff.
An Xcode worspace with two project: one for the viewer application, and one for the X-keys framework. Demonstrates reading and writing to X-keys devices.
Open source Linux support written in C++. Features code for accessing all X-keys controls and key states and includes a simple, straight forward example GUI. Written by Linux HID expert Alan Ott.</p
Assorted Eclipse projects we have created to demonstrate how to handle various input options (such as joystick and game controller button data) on Android.
Learn how to read the X-keys’ raw output and use it to integrate X-keys into your application in any language, on any HID-enabled platform.
See how to integrate your X-keys with the Hardware Mode, Software Mode with MacroWorks Software, or the Software Mode with a Custom Application.
See how other developers have implemented X-keys for fun and profit.
