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REALFORCE R2 PFU Limited Edition Keyboard (Mid, Ivory, 45G)

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Size: Mid Size


Style: 45g


Color: Ivory


Features

  • Topre capacitive switches provide best-in-class precision and efficiency, requiring only a gentle press to register a keystroke
  • Customize your key actuation point to switch to Lightning fast responsiveness for gaming or adjust it for accuracy in typing. Get up to 25% faster keying than competing mechanical keyboards
  • Dramatically reduce typing sound with topre silent key switches; Contoured key settings allows your hands and wrists to type in a natural position, reducing hand and finger fatigue.
  • Full N-key roll over (NKRO) - Type as fast as you can! Topre real force keyboards can keep up with any number of keystrokes and ensure you're always in control
  • Space-saving design removes the number pad, allowing for a 20% smaller keyboard.

Description

"Topre real Force keyboards are high-end mechanical keyboards built for maximum programming and gaming performance. Designed For comfort and efficiency, real Force keyboards feature topre’s best-in-class electrostatic capacitive key switches, which allow for durability and reduced user fatigue. The topre real Force keyboards are available in a variety of models, with options for size, key-weight, and sound. The keyboard line caters to every type of use, and is known for its legendary topre key switch tactility and sound. fujitsu computer products of America (fcpa) is the sole authorized seller in the united States. Keyboards purchased through fcpa include a 2-year advanced Exchange , U. S. Based customer support and U. S. Certifications. Please note that fcpa’s 2-year advanced Exchange is valid for products shipped to US addresses only. "


Brand: ‎Fujitsu


Item model number: ‎CG01000-290401


Operating System: ‎Windows, Mac


Item Weight: ‎2.43 pounds


Product Dimensions: ‎14.5 x 5.6 x 1.2 inches


Item Dimensions LxWxH: ‎14.5 x 5.6 x 1.2 inches


Color: ‎Ivory


Manufacturer: ‎FUJITSU IMAGING (SCANNERS)


Language: ‎English


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: ‎No


Date First Available: ‎August 2, 2018


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  • Note that it DOES NOT have NKRO!
Size: Full Style: 45g Color: Ivory
This special edition of the Topre Realforce R2 line of keyboards does not possess NKRO. Instead, it has both a MINIMUM and MAXIMUM of 6 key rollover! This is better than the typical 2 key rollover that most keyboards has, for example, the legendary IBM Model M also had a minimum of 2 key rollover. However, this is the only real OBJECTIVE criticism I can give this board. As much as I'd like to dock another star (currently 4 as of this initial review), the rest of the board is so well done that I cannot in good faith be petty here! Lets start of with the whole "special edition" title going on. What makes this specific model of the Topre Realforce T2 line "special"? Two things, one of which is the Actuation Point Changer. Basically, you can decide between 3 main settings on how deep you want the actuation point to be. For gaming, you can set it super high, or for typing to avoid errors, you can set it super low. Personally I have it set to super high all the time. Secondly, Topre switches normally come out of the box with a very loud upstroke (when you finish pressing the key and it comes back up). Normally, you'd have to buy external silencing parts like Hypersphere Rings, or KBDfan rings, etc. All of which are expensive in their own right. Not to mention the personal work required to put them into the keyboard yourself. This special edition keyboard is basically $100 (USD) more than the "regular" R2 line of Topre Realforces. For that additional $100, you get high quality silencing so that the sound is more consistent across the board, and the aforementioned Actuation Point Changer to fit their user's specific typing styles. As for the Topre switches themselves. They carry the pros of both "traditional" "mechanical" keyboard switches, and the normal rubber-dome over membrane keyboards you'd find from Dell. The pros of the "mechanical" side of things being "part-way-actuation". Meaning, you don't have to bottom out to get the keys to function. Likewise, unlike most traditional "mechanical" keyboard switches, Topre switches have the quiet bottoming out and dust resistance of those regular rubber dome (over membrane) keyboards that are absolutely everywhere. Another advantage of Topre switches over the ladder is their life expectancy. In the sense that there is no real "major point of failure" so to speak. Topre switches to not use a physical sensing mechanism like traditional mechanical keyboards or membrane sensing (or both in the case of Buckling Springs over membranes AKA the IBM Model M). Because of this, there's hypothetically "no switch lifetime" to speak of to measure. That is because Topre switches are "non-contact" based. Basically, there's springs underneath the rubber domes in Topre keyboards. These springs conduct capacitance as they're pressed downward. Once the spring(s) gain enough capacitance, the keyboard senses for a set amount of capacitance. Once that set amount is "sensed", it actuates. This makes Topre switches a VERY reliable switch design for all sorts of purposes. From intense gaming, typing that late essay due in 30 minutes, etc. Now with that general introduction out of the way, what about the rest of the keyboard? Let's start off with the build quality. Its excellent. I've heard reports of people bending this particular model out of shape. Please note, while this keyboard borderline doesn't flex at all, it can bend with enough force like anything else involving steel. Do remember that this is a keyboard, not a sword. As for the chassis/outer-casing, it has one to begin with unlike most other modern keyboards that use a "floating switch" design. The problem with the floating switch design is that it makes key switches more vulnerable to damaging knocks. This particular model of keyboard DOES have a chassis to speak of. So no worries on that end! The cable that plugs into the keyboard is non-detachable. That sort of feature is best on portable keyboards. Being how this particular one I got is a full sized and is planted firmly to my desk with no intentions of leaving, I do not mind that lack of a feature. Bare in mind that this cable isn't braided either. Again, no worries if you don't do some crazy things to it. If a cable isn't braided, that doesn't mean it will fall apart just from breathing at it so don't worry about this one. Also it is fairly thick as well. There's a three way cable gutter so that you can route the wire underneath the keyboard in three directions, up, left, and right. This is one of those things that are just nice to have but lots of people underestimate the convenience of. Speaking of convenience, unlike first generation Topre Realforce keyboards, these second gen. Realforces (AKA the R2 line) have lots of more rubber on the bottom of the keyboard to prevent slipping. The flip out feet are also rubberized. All of which does a great job at keeping everything nice and stable and where it should be. There have been reports of Topre stabilizers being "rattly". My particular one does not have that. They do sound slightly more "hollow" than the regular keys though. But that is mainly due to the keycap material being a thin but high quality dye-sublimated PBT keycaps. These are one of Topre's most famous features as they feel great, with a subtle but still present texture, high durability, very clean legends, etc. But due to their thin nature, and being PBT, they most certainly do make for the switches to make a "higher pitched" sound profile verses say, ABS, which most keyboards use as their keycap material of choice. The sound is subjective though. As for add ons that come with this special edition. It comes with two rubber mats for the alphanumeric cluster/block (where most of the letters are located on the keyboard). A moderately thick rubber mat, and a VERY thick rubber mat. The thicker the mat, the even quieter the bottoming out of the Topre switch will be. A bit gimicky however, as this special edition, and being Topre already, it is already very quiet. But its there if you want to use it. The other item it comes with is a keycap puller. I do not recommend pulling the keycaps off unless you know what you're doing however, as Topre stems (the piece the keycap "attaches to") are notoriously easy to bend out of shape or outright break from messing with them. If you want to clean this keyboard, use compressed air. Being as it is a rubber dome keyboard, compressed air does its job without damaging anything. Note that this keyboard is not spill resistant. This particular edition/model has dedicated volume keys. They also have Function Commands for things like opening the Internet Browser. Keep the instruction manual(s) that come with this keyboard as they all have all the combinations of keys for all those function shortcuts. Note that the Context Menu key is now a Function Sub-legend of the Right Windows key. So unlike most keyboards that would just get rid of that key entirely, Topre kept both of them. Not sure why other keyboard makers don't do that. Both of those keys are awfully useful! The cherry on top of this keyboard is that, like other Topre keyboards, IF you know what you're doing, you can replace the rubber domes to fit your specific needs. Such as replacing the stock rubber domes with something lighter, or heavier. Personally I use BKE Extremes. They're very heavy, but EXTREMELY tactile rubber domes. Even though they require a large amount of force to use, they're still quiet within this special edition Topre Realforce R2 keyboard. All in all, I do like this keyboard very much. But the disappointment of the NKRO not being present on this special edition keyboard is very off putting. NOTE THAT, the RGB line of R2 keyboards DO have NKRO according to reports. So this isn't a universal problem with R2 keyboards it seems. Other reports do confirm that these special edition models all have a MAXIMUM/MINIMUM of 6 key rollover. So long as you don't have a rhythm game that uses more than 6 keys at a time, most users should be fine with the 6 key rollover this keyboard possess. I however, occasionally (used to) play a rhythm game that used 9-keys. Bit of a shame as it would've been pretty neat to use this keyboard with BKE Extremes for that particular game. On the bright side, it can be used for virtually everything else. As long as the NKRO isn't your main objective, everything else is very stellar! PS: Yes the Actuation Point Changer works on Mac. Yes the dedicated Volume Control keys work on Mac. Most of the Function combinations also work on Mac like pause and play media as a example. If Topre ever had this exact model of keyboard, but just made it actually have NKRO, it would be perfect! But as it stands, four stars is what I will give it. One less due to the lack of NKRO as allegedly advertised, but 4 stars overall due to the extremely stellar quality of this keyboard! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2019 by Spearra

  • Elegant Refined Keyboard Could be Perfect with a Few Changes
Size: Mid Size Style: 45g Color: Black
The Realforce TKL R2 PFU Limited Edition black on black US ANSI layout keyboard with 45g Topre switches has all the bells and whistles, including actuation point control (APC), NKRO, silencing, and a host of functions accessed by Fn key combinations. At first, I was perplexed, because the package-insert manual consisted of a single sheet of paper with all of the instructions in Japanese only. This left me with almost no idea of how to access the various functions. However, I soon found that the RF website has a product support page with download links for a catalog/spec sheet in English, driver software (Windows only), and a PDF of the software manual in English. Here are my initial impressions, Pro and Con: PRO: + Compact form factor. + Attractive stealthy look. + Very quiet, but with a bit of the clip/clop on clay "thock" sound that is a hallmark of Topre switches. + Subtle Topre tactility. Excellent typing feel. CON: - Not completely programmable. Every modern keyboard ought to be completely programmable using non-proprietary software such as TMK or QMK. - Attached cable. I much prefer a detachable cable. - Hardwired Fn key. I much prefer no function key or one that can be remapped. - Functions that are mostly useless for me or that I would prefer to assign myself. - Case apparently snaps together rather than being held together with screws. I prefer a straightforward way of opening a keyboard case without worrying about damaging snap tabs or having to remove a seal that then violates the warranty. - The black on black legends might look sophisticated, but the legends are essentially invisible in low-light conditions. I would prefer blank keycaps or keycaps with visible legends, at least for the alphanumeric keys. INDIFFERENT: ~ APC. I suppose this will appeal to some, but I would be okay with the default middle setting. However, as long as this feature exists, it is nice that it can be accessed easily via Fn + Up-arrow. ~ Embedded NumPad. Somewhat nice to know it is there, but I doubt that I would ever use it. Moreover, some of the embedded NumPad keys interfere with my HHKB-style of remapping. ~ Silencing mats. The box also contains two rubber mats in different thicknesses that can be installed on the plate by first removing the keycaps. This will provide even more silencing at the expense of some key travel. The keyboard is already one of the quietest I have used. I doubt I would have any use for the rubber mats. OTHER: When slowly pressing keys to test weight and tactility, the 45g switches initially felt too light and lacking in tactility. However, when actually typing, the weight and tactility feel just right. At first, I thought I would regret not opting for an all-55g model, but now that I am typing on it, I think 45g is the best choice. The variable-weight model would not work for me, as the 30g switches would be too light. As soon as I can figure out how to open the case without breaking it, I would like to install a panel-mount USB connector for a detachable cable and investigate the possibility of installing an internal Hasu USB-USB converter to make the keyboard completely programmable (except probably the hardwired Fn key). However, the first change I have made is to replace the alphanumeric keycaps with caps that have visible legends. To me, black on black is not cool. The keys ought to be either blank or equipped with visible legends. However, I do like dark keyboard cases and dark modifier keys, which is why I bought the black version. I already had a set of Topre caps with visible legends ready to install (see picture). OVERALL: The RF TKL R2 special PFU edition is solidly built, and the silenced all-45g Topre switches provide an excellent typing experience. Although I could install silencing rings myself, considering the cost of the rings and the time and effort spent in dismantling the keyboard in order to install them, the built-in silencing on the PFU special edition model is worth the extra $100 or so. After setting up the RF R2 PFU TKL board with an external Hasu USB-USB converter and installing blue alphanumeric keycaps with visible legends, white HHKB keycaps to demarcate the cursor diamond, and some red keycaps on the top row, the keyboard is gaining favor in my eyes. Before buying the RF, I had been typing on a Leading Edge DC-2014 with SKCM blue Alps switches. Now, after typing on the RF, the DC-2014 seems crude by comparison. I also have a Tokyo60 with Zilent switches that I had once said were Topre-like. The Zilents are perhaps even quieter than the silenced Topre switches in the RF, but the RF is definitely more elegant and refined. There is also something sure-footed about typing on the RF. I feel less prone to making typos than I do on Alps, Cherry, or Cherry clone boards, and the Topre switches in the RF are not prone to the twitchiness I have often encountered with Alps, such as missed keypresses or chattering. Overall, I give the Realforce a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It would be 5 stars if it had a detachable cable, complete programmability, 60% form factor, and a wider selection of keycap styles, perhaps as boxed sets that could be purchased separately and installed by the customer. It is also possible to purchase the Leopold version of this keyboard through other outlets, such as eBay. The Leopold-branded model is ostensibly the same as the RF/PFU model with only some cosmetic differences, such as a the color scheme of the keycaps. However, I did not like the Leopold color scheme, and I found that the Leopold spacebar made a loud "clack" sound from striking the top plate. I was able to attenuate the noise by applying strips of very thin self-adhesive polyurethane foam underneath the spacebar, but because of these issues, I would give the Leopold version 3.5 out of 5 stars. Regarding the 60% form factor, I would urge Realforce and PFU to collaborate on a new version of the HHKB. This would be a 60% fully programmable model built like the RF, with Topre switches mounted in a steel plate instead of case-mounted switches as found in the HHKB. Moreover, they should consider reducing the size of all of the stabilized keys -- including the spacebar -- in order to eliminate the need for stabilizers, thus banishing all traces of stabilizer rattle once and for all. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2019 by hypersphere hypersphere

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