X-keys USB Keypad - XK-24 Android
All the capability of our standard XK-24 with special features for Android integration.
- Emulates Multimedia commands like Play/Pause, Rewind, etc.
- Emulates touch and swipe commands
- Free X-keys Android app
- XK-24 Android Product Manual
- Buy 10 for $142.45 each and save 5%
Features
- Compatible with Windows XP - 8 and Surface
- Compatible with Android 4.0 and newer tablets
- Supported on Mac OS X
- 24 relegendable keys
- Suitable for handheld, desktop, or mounted use
- Addressable blue and red backlighting for each key
- USB connection (other versions available)
Our most popular X-keys. The XK-24 offers twenty-four programmable keys to trigger macros, shortcuts, and applications, select tools or open files or directories.
With a co-injected case equally suitable for handheld or desktop applications, the XK-24 provides a versatile control box for any computer-driven application.
Use key blockers and tall or wide keycaps to instantly customize the XK-24 for your specific requirements.
Detachable feet give the XK-24 a slight angle to make the key legends easier to read.
Repositioning keys and feet allow the XK-24 to assume a "landscape" orientation with four rows and six columns.
X-keys Planning PDF
What would you put on an X-keys? Test a few layouts with our editable planning PDF. Edit online or download. Open the PDF, click on any key, and type. Print out the result at 100% for a full-scale footprint. Download the XK-24 Planning Guide here or the Landscape XK-24 Planning Guide here.
Other Versions
| Operating System | Use: Any OS via USB HID | Programming: Windows XP through 10, Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.10 |
| Free Programming Software | Android: Android App |
| 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 |
| Number of Keys | 24 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 |
| Backlighting | 24 blue and 24 red LEDs, individually addressable |
| Connector | Wired USB standard “A” plug |
| Cord Length | 118” (3m) |
| Dimensions | 5.8” x 3.8” x 0.94” (147mm x 97mm x 24mm) |
| Weight | 10 oz. (285 g) |
| 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 C |
| Memory Capacity | Approximately 1,100 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: XK-24 DD.pdf
Sketchup 3D Model
We offer this Sketchup model as a 3D rendering of the XK-24 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...
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
Keycaps and Key Blockers
Tall, wide, quad and colored keys for your X-keys. Transparent keys enhance backlighting.
Blank legend sheets and custom printed legends.
Extend your X-keys up to 150 feet via CAT 5 or equivalent network cable.
Includes two brackets and Modular HoseTM connectors
One mounting plate with screws to attach an X-keys.
Protect your X-keys while traveling with this custom road case from MyCaseBuilder.
Give your X-keys a 45 degree angle lift with this 4x6 Tilt Stand that attaches to the back of the unit.
Mobile Developer Resources
- Integrate X-keys with your app
- Use a communication channel independent of other input
- No collision of programmed X-keys with Android standard features
- Retain functionality of on-screen keyboard
Method 1
Use our X-keys Android app to set up all keys on the X-keys as game controller buttons with values 17 and higher. This prevents them from conflicting with keyboard, mouse, or game controller input from other input devices. Then incorporate a dispatchKeyEvent to "read" these buttons. This is easy on Android and, unlike Windows, you get the sending device so you know it is an X-keys sending the button event. See the free code samples: PIGameController and PIJoyKeys.
Method 2
Read and/or write X-keys USB HID data reports directly. This method will allow the developer complete control over the indicator and backlighting LEDs. See X-keys SDK for Android for free code samples for detecting and reading/writing the state of all controls and indicators.
