Panel-mount keyboard KH-Radar-Key-01-480

membrane78-keywith trackball

Product overview The KH-Radar-Key-01-480 is a dedicated naval radar control keyboard designed for shipboard installations. It features embedded, shock-resistant and waterproof construction with a graphite black finish and night-vision backlighting. The unit integrates silicone keys with gold finger contacts, seven rotary encoders (5 trim + 2 large), a computer power-on key, an integrated hand-grip trackball, a built-in buzzer for audible feedback and a USB hub for external devices. Encoder signals are provided via RS232 while keyboard output sends ASCII codes via USB.

Key features

• 82 silicone keys with gold finger contact technology (night-vision compatible backlighting)
• Night-vision compatible backlighting for low-light bridge operations
• Embedded mounting with shock- and waterproof construction (front panel protection)
• Integrated hand-grip trackball for precise cursor control in navigation consoles
• Seven rotary encoders: 5 trim knobs + 2 large dials for radar parameter adjustment
• Built-in USB hub for connecting external peripherals
• Computer power-on key and audible buzzer feedback
• Encoder communication via RS232; keyboard output via USB (ASCII key codes)
• Graphite black finish suitable for naval equipment environments

Technical specifications

• Model: KH-Radar-Key-01-480
• Dimensions: 480 × 215 × 58 mm
• Key counts (page text): 82 silicone keys (gold finger contacts)
• Key counts (table entry): 59 + 10 + 9 (78 keys total), arranged in 6 rows
• Key type: Silicone waterproof keys with night-vision backlight
• Controller frequency: 12 MHz
• Power supply and current: +5V DC, 500 mA
• Power consumption: ≤ 3W
• Typing speed: ≤ 5 keystrokes per second
• Key code output: 102 ASCII make codes (key press only, no break code)
• Standard USB interface level: Compliant with USB specification
• OS compatibility: DOS, All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Kylin OS (Galaxy Kylin and NeoKylin)
• Storage temperature: -40°C to 60°C
• Operating temperature (damp heat): -15°C to +55°C
• Damp heat humidity: 40–93% RH (1 cycle)
• Vibration: Sweep 2Hz–13.2Hz (±1mm amplitude), 13.2Hz–100Hz (7 m/s²); 2 hours at each resonance frequency plus 2 hours at 30Hz on 3 axes (X, Y, Z)
• Protection level: IP44 (front panel / surface protection)
• MTBF: > 50000H
• MTTR: < 30 min
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty
• Certifications: CE / ROHS / FCC

Applications

• Shipboard radar consoles and navigation workstations
• Bridge control panels and integrated navigation systems
• Maritime surveillance and coastal monitoring stations requiring sealed, night-vision compatible input devices

Compliance & warranty

• Meets IP44 protection level for front panel exposure
• Compatible with common marine operating systems and standard USB interfaces
• Certifications: CE / ROHS / FCC
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty; MTBF > 50000H