Terminus 2
Paramount Matrix Experience
Terminus 2
$129.00
Please note that the Terminus 2 uses the monthly order system, all products will ship around mid to late next month.
Do note that this is a DIY kit, you will need basic soldering skills to complete this kit, if you are not confident, then you may want to consider using the assembly service
Order your Terminus 2 now by selecting the options below.
The Terminus 2 is UniKeyboard’s flagship matrix layout keyboard in a complete size. Special adjustable inserts allows for a wide variety of tilt angles. The inclusion of stylish LEDs will allow you to use the Terminus 2 even in the Dark. The design has a simple goal in mind, to provide a complete matrix experience, and it delivers more than adequately. The onboard Atmega32u4s provide all the power needed for a keyboard and more whilst allowing for arduino compatibility, giving an ease of customisation. The Animus firmware enabled a wide variety of features, no more firmware reflashing for changing keymappings, fully NKRO capable even in boot mode, and more! Step into the world of ortholinears today by ordering a Terminus 2!
| Key Switch Type | Genuine Cherry MX or Gateron |
| Number of Keys | 67 |
| Max Number of Layers | 10 |
| Keycap Compatibility | 61 1u keys
4 1.25u keys 2 2u keys |
| Interface | USB |
| Rollover | NKRO/6KRO togglable |
| Dimensions | 285mm x 132mm x 20mm |
| Switch Resting Height | 11mm |
| Controller | Pro Micro / Atmega32u4 |
| Firmware | Animus |
| Cable Type | Replaceable microUSB to USB cable |
Assembly instructions:
Terminus 2 Assembly Instructions
Animus firmware:
Visit Animus page for more details
Arbites remapper:
Visit Arbites page for more details
Layout files:
General:
Q: How long does it take to ship?
A: UniKeyboard runs in an “order this month, get it next month” system where the keyboards are delivered 1-2 months after the order.
Q: I ordered the DIY kit, do I have to flash the microcontroller on my own?
A: No, all kits are shipped with the firmware pre-flashed and a default QWERTY layout loaded onto the controller boards.
Q: What special tools do I need to assemble the DIY kit?
A: You only need a soldering iron and some solder, something like a solder sucker could also be helpful.
Q: Is the design of this keyboard open source?
A: All software, including the firmware and the GUI remapper, Animus and Arbites are open source under a permissive license (Apache 2.0) and is hosted on GitHub. The hardware design is closed source.
Animus Related:
Q: Is the layout of the keyboard remappable?
A: Yes, all keyboards using the Animus firmware is fully remappable and has a companion GUI remapping software known as Arbites.
Q: Do I have to reflash the firmware to remap my keyboard?
A: No, Animus’ innovative use of EEPROM persistent memory means that there is no need to reflash the firmware when you wish to remap your keyboard or reset macros.
Backlight Related:
Q: Is the backlight adjustable?
A: Yes, the backlight could be adjusted up to 256 levels of brightness, individual LEDs could not be adjusted.
Q: Is the backlight RGB?
A: No, the backlight is a single colour type.
Q: How is the backlight powered? Does this keyboard require more than 1 USBs to power the LEDs?
A: The LEDs are powered by a n-channel MOSFET with pulse-width-modulation and protected by current limiting resistors.
Q: What type of LEDs work with the keyboard?
A: The LEDs provided with the kit are 2x3x4 box type LEDs. but standard 3mm LEDs also work.
Complete Matrix Layout
The Terminus 2 provides a full matrix layout, say goodbye to the archaic horizontal stagger and experience the modern ortholinear matrix layout, you will notice instantly how much more naturally you could type with simple vertical movements.
NKRO Enabled
67 Keys
Up to 10 Layers
Animus Firmware
The soul of the keyboard.
UniKeyboard’s own in house firmware is tailor made for the on-board Atmega32u4 microcontroller, unlocking all of its potential. With NKRO, fully customisable keybinding, macros, media keys, FN, spaceFN, dual-role keys, and more.
Full Backlight Now Available
Let there be light.
Each individual key could be illuminated by a LED with the colour of your choosing, with up to 256 levels of brightness, you could customise your backlight however you like it.
104 Key Keycap Set Compatible
Feel no hassle when looking for keycaps.
By having 61 1u keys, 4 1.25u keys and 2 2u keys, the Terminus 2 is fully compatible with any 104 key keycap sets, bath in the comfort of knowing that obtaining keycaps for your Terminus Mini 2 does not require you to order customised keysets for astronomical prices.
