Fantech Pantheon MK882 Keyboard
Basic Specifications
Dimension - 47x14.5 cm (without wristrest)
Height (feet off / surface to plate) Back 2.3cm Front 1.7cm
104 Keys Standard Layout
80 Million Keystroke Lifespan on Switches 19 RGB Light modes with per key configuration
7 Color Side Glow
Macro Recording, Keymapping, Gaming Mode
ABS Doubleshot Keycaps
Package contents
- Keyboard
- User Manual
Product information and user manual provided in the site.
Build Quality and Disassembly
Weighs 852.1 grams
1.6m braided cable
Aluminum Top Plate and Plastic Back Cover
Back cover and the diffusers for side glow
Unbranded Optical Clicky Switches and using Cherry-a-like Stabilizers. Plate/cover is made of aluminum with 1.3mm thick.
Chattering issues with Cherry, Gateron and Kailh will not happen here. The only purpose of the switch here is to block the IR signal and to give tactile/click feedback to user.
PCB, Infrared and Actuation
Photo shows the IR LED/Sensor at the bottom of the switch
A key will register once the IR signals were blocked by the stem of the switch during keypress. This is just a demonstration.
A good example of IR is in the remote control or your TV.
PCB and the molex connector.
Water Test
Bathtime!
Credits to Jang Bien
Usage during spill
I did not tried pouring soda, dairy or any alcoholic drink.
The keyboard malfunctioned few minutes after the spill, Some of the keys are registering automatically. So it is still advisable to unplug it.
I let it dry for 10 hours and the keyboard backs to normal without any issues. Unlike standard mechanical keyboards, there is no assurance that it will work again even you let it dry for a week.
Even it is waterproof, better to keep it dry minimum of 3 days before using especially if you wash it due to spill other than water.
You cannot avoid corrosion. So only do it when necessary. Frequent tests might damage your keyboard.
Software
Glamour Shots
Preview video from Fantech
Notes:
Pros
- Waterproof
- Aluminum Plate
- Non-gamery design
- Removable wrist rest
- Smooth lighting transition. No flickering.
- Game Mode (disables Winkey, Alt+Tab, Alt+F4)
- 6 months warranty
Cons
- Too much branding arghhh!
- No keycap or switch puller
- Switch color option (for now)
According to Fantech Philippines, they will release in the future with silent switches. Not sure though if its linear o tactile.
This keyboard is a great alternative to those who prefer to use full size layout keyboard and loves to eat/drink in front of their PCs. You'll never know when the accident will happen :D