The NEWKEY/80 “Ultra” is now available for purchase from Plaid Vest Software. It is a USB keyboard and joystick adapter for the TRS-80 Model III/4. Features include:
- Compatible with most standard USB keyboards
- Also works with wireless 2.4Ghz USB keyboards (Note: Wireless keyboards need to be the “no drivers required” 2.4Ghz type)
- Atari compatible 9-pin joystick port. (Note: A common 9-pin D-Sub or Atari joystick extension cable (not included) can be used in a similar fashion to route the joystick connector outside of the TRS-80 case)
- Compact size. Mounts inside TRS80 case. (Note: Requires +5v and ground connections, a 4-pin Molex Disk Drive power splitter cable, and a plain 2-wire power connector; all of which are included)
- Can work simultaneously with existing keyboard
- Fast and accurate key response without keybounce or ghost characters
- Native TRS-80 key repeat
- Handles special keys independently (arrows, space, control, break, shift, @) for excellent compatibility
- Works great with games and applications
- Supports TRS80 control and multi-key sequences
- Easily upgradable firmware to allow for enhancements and bug fixes
Visit https://www.plaidvest.com/newkey80.html for more details and for ordering.