Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard - Page 2

SmokingTarpan · 02-21-2006, 12:26 PM

I have the Eclipse. Took some getting used to, because the keys are slightly different dimensions and placements than a standard keyboard. The only thing I don't like about it is that the feet in the back only raise the keyboard about 1/4 of an inch. I typically like my keyboards angled much higher.

I still wouldn't be able to use that ergonomic keyboard, Cing. I don't type "properly", heh. One of the ladies I work with has a keyboard with a similar hump in the middle. Every time I have to work on her machine, I almost have to resort to the pecking method.

Ransack · 02-21-2006, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Telorn

If your primary gaming is first person shooters, you may be better off going with the Belkin Nostromo n52. I find the keys on the n52 easier to reach than a typical keyboard and you can move it to wherever is most comfortable.

But if you play MMOs or strategy games, then the keyboard is good, because you have all the extra macro keys and the keyboard is the primary input device for an MMO (talking), so you don't want your hand off to the side on a gamepad.

FPS are the only thing i would use it for, so that seems interesting. Could you tell me how you have it set up for Bf2? What about that D pad and orange button?

Telorn · 02-21-2006, 05:19 PM

I posted my profile awhile back here

But when I downloaded it the zip said it was corrupt, so it may not work. Post here if it doesn't work and I'll remember to upload it when I get home.

I use the D-pad to jump, talk to squad, talk to commander, and I don't think I have anything on the 4th direction. I use the red button to toggle the mode type to red to activate the vehicle settings.

The n52 has a feature where you can set up to 4 'profiles' per game and use a button to either temporarily change to that profile, or permanently until you hit the button again to turn it off.

And I just thought of this, but you don't have the Nostromo profile editor so giving you that file does nothing

Ransack · 02-23-2006, 04:54 PM

The G15 looks fairly long. Can anyone tell me the dimensions of it? I want to make sure it isn't too wide for my tray.

**Scooper** · 02-24-2006, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by xRANSACKx

The G15 looks fairly long. Can anyone tell me the dimensions of it? I want to make sure it isn't too wide for my tray.

Approximately 21 7/16 inches wide at the widest point (front corners) - not quite 21.5"
Approximately 8.75" deep - in the center. I don't have the extra "wrist-rest" thing installed.
A hair over 3.25" high - to the top of the LCD when standing it straight up, and with the keyboard "feet" opened.
I used a tape measure.

Officially: 21.5" x 10.5" (keyboard w/ wrist rest)
http://www.everythingusb.com/logitec..._keyboard.html

Hope that helps.

fencer55 · 04-08-2006, 10:44 AM

I just got a G15 from buy.com on sale for $60 plus free shipping. It is the best keyboard I've ever had although I still haven't found a need for the programmable "G" keys. The blue backlighting is really cool and the touch of the keys is perfect. The backlighting of the keys and the LCD have 2 brightness settings and can be turned off. I just ordered an xRaider illuminated mouse pad to go with the keyboard. It glows blue (red & green available) underneath and you just plug it into the USB port for power. That coupled with the blue cold cathode tube in my windowed case, and my desktop looks awesome at night! All I need now are those LED glowing case feet and I'll be set! LOL

Fencer Acrux

TychoCelchuuu · 04-08-2006, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SmokingTarpan

I have the Eclipse. Took some getting used to, because the keys are slightly different dimensions and placements than a standard keyboard. The only thing I don't like about it is that the feet in the back only raise the keyboard about 1/4 of an inch. I typically like my keyboards angled much higher.

I still wouldn't be able to use that ergonomic keyboard, Cing. I don't type "properly", heh. One of the ladies I work with has a keyboard with a similar hump in the middle. Every time I have to work on her machine, I almost have to resort to the pecking method.

Careful dude. Ergonomically, raising the keyboard up is bad for your wrists.

**USN_Squid** · 04-09-2006, 09:51 PM

FYI, Dell Home has the G15 for $49 until tonight at Midnight (Sun the 9th).

**Rincewind** · 04-11-2006, 08:51 PM

D'oh, I missed this :P

B. Clawhammer · 04-14-2006, 05:10 AM

How big is it compared to the saitek w/o the extra buttons on the side (the gamer edition i guess). I just have the reg. saitek, but i was thinking of checking otu the g15. I don't have a tape measure at my place, and I've got a pretty limited desk/tray for my keyboard.

02-21-2006, 12:26 PM	#16 (permalink)
SmokingTarpan Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 2,471	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard I have the Eclipse. Took some getting used to, because the keys are slightly different dimensions and placements than a standard keyboard. The only thing I don't like about it is that the feet in the back only raise the keyboard about 1/4 of an inch. I typically like my keyboards angled much higher. I still wouldn't be able to use that ergonomic keyboard, Cing. I don't type "properly", heh. One of the ladies I work with has a keyboard with a similar hump in the middle. Every time I have to work on her machine, I almost have to resort to the pecking method. __________________ [squadl] "I am the prettiest african-american, vietnamese..cong..person." -SugarNCamo

02-21-2006, 05:19 PM	#18 (permalink)
Telorn Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Georgia Age: 27 Posts: 2,187	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard I posted my profile awhile back here But when I downloaded it the zip said it was corrupt, so it may not work. Post here if it doesn't work and I'll remember to upload it when I get home. I use the D-pad to jump, talk to squad, talk to commander, and I don't think I have anything on the 4th direction. I use the red button to toggle the mode type to red to activate the vehicle settings. The n52 has a feature where you can set up to 4 'profiles' per game and use a button to either temporarily change to that profile, or permanently until you hit the button again to turn it off. And I just thought of this, but you don't have the Nostromo profile editor so giving you that file does nothing heh. Lets see if I remember, in order from button 1-14. One starts in the top left and moves toward the right. \| Key 6 \| \| Key 2\| \| Key 3 \| \| Key 4\| \| Key 5 \| \|Crouch\| \| Left \| \|Forward\| \| Right \| \|Commo Rose\| \| Prone \| \|Sprint\| \| Back \| \|reload\| and the big black thumb button is my 'use' key to enter vehicles. __________________ Telorn

02-23-2006, 04:54 PM	#19 (permalink)
Ransack Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Northern Virginia Age: 39 Posts: 469	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard The G15 looks fairly long. Can anyone tell me the dimensions of it? I want to make sure it isn't too wide for my tray. __________________ \|TG-1stMIP\| Ransack 1st Mechanized Infantry Platoon (C-Team)

04-08-2006, 10:44 AM	#21 (permalink)
fencer55 Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 45	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard I just got a G15 from buy.com on sale for $60 plus free shipping. It is the best keyboard I've ever had although I still haven't found a need for the programmable "G" keys. The blue backlighting is really cool and the touch of the keys is perfect. The backlighting of the keys and the LCD have 2 brightness settings and can be turned off. I just ordered an xRaider illuminated mouse pad to go with the keyboard. It glows blue (red & green available) underneath and you just plug it into the USB port for power. That coupled with the blue cold cathode tube in my windowed case, and my desktop looks awesome at night! All I need now are those LED glowing case feet and I'll be set! LOL Fencer Acrux

04-09-2006, 09:51 PM	#23 (permalink)
USN_Squid Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Denver Age: 38 Posts: 3,173	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard FYI, Dell Home has the G15 for $49 until tonight at Midnight (Sun the 9th). __________________ New to TG? Start here!

04-11-2006, 08:51 PM	#24 (permalink)
Rincewind Join Date: May 2005 Location: Casting useless spells in Oklahoma. Age: 27 Posts: 2,997	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard D'oh, I missed this :P __________________ ~~ Veritas simplex oratio est ~~ No matter how far a wizard goes, he will always come back for his hat. --T. Pratchett <---- You know you're getting old when you rely on your forum meta-data to remind you how old you are. Required Reading for all TG sandboxers

04-14-2006, 05:10 AM	#25 (permalink)
B. Clawhammer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Central Valley, CA Age: 30 Posts: 1,839	Re: Saitek Eclipse vs Logitech G15 gaming keyboard How big is it compared to the saitek w/o the extra buttons on the side (the gamer edition i guess). I just have the reg. saitek, but i was thinking of checking otu the g15. I don't have a tape measure at my place, and I've got a pretty limited desk/tray for my keyboard. __________________ \|TG-33rd\|Clawhammer [squadl] [sniper][unit] BF2 Rules & SOPs

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