Advantage360 Professional

ADV360 PRO

Experience the Advantage360 Professional—retaining the exceptional ergonomics of the base model but without the constraints of cables. Forge a wireless connection with up to 5 Bluetooth devices, liberating your movement by eliminating the link cable. The Pro model is powered by the open-source ZMK firmware, offering advanced users extensive customization options for a tailored and advanced typing experience. Enjoy the same outstanding ergonomics with the added freedom of a cable-free setup.
  

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Features

As pioneers in computer ergonomics for over 25 years, Kinesis introduces the groundbreaking Advantage360. Boasting our patented Contoured keyboard design, now in a fully split form factor, it provides unparalleled ergonomic adjustability.

Enhance your comfort by separating the two key modules to shoulder-width, reducing painful ulnar deviation. The integrated tenting mechanism offers a choice of three heights, effectively reducing forearm pronation.

The Advantage360 Professional, featuring low-force tactile "brown" mechanical key switches and shine-through ABS plastic keycaps, supports optional white backlighting. Powered by the open-source ZMK firmware, this Pro model empowers users to customize keyboard layouts, add layers, and share settings with the Kinesis community on the 3rd party GitHub platform.

Ergonomic Highlights:

  • Concave keywells reduce hand and finger extension, promoting muscle relaxation.
  • Separated keywells position arms at shoulder-width, keeping wrists straight to reduce abduction and ulnar deviation.
  • Keys arranged in vertical columns reflect the natural motion of fingers.
  • "Tented" keywells create a neutral "handshake" posture, reducing forearm pronation with three height options.
  • Integrated palm supports minimize wrist bending and offer a comfortable resting place.
  • Thumb clusters include frequently-used keys, redistributing workload to stronger thumbs.
  • Smaller footprint by eliminating the numeric 10-key, reducing painful over-reach.
  • Function keys in the number row, accessed via the Fn key, enhance reach and portability.

Mechanical Key Switches:

The Advantage360 Professional employs Gateron Brown stem low-force tactile key switches. Tactility, a slightly elevated force around the midpoint of the key stroke, signals impending activation, reducing the need for a hard impact and minimizing "bottoming out" the switch—an ergonomic preference.

ZMK

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Distinguishing itself from the base model, which utilizes Kinesis' proprietary SmartSet Engine, the Pro version of Advantage360 embraces the open-source ZMK firmware. Program your keyboard effortlessly using the web-based configurator or simple text syntax. For power users, the code is available on GitHub, allowing them to build and share their unique features.

It's important to note that the Advantage360 Professional, powered by the open-source ZMK engine, is tailored for users with technical proficiency. ZMK doesn't support onboard programming, so those reliant on this feature may find the Pro less suitable. While Kinesis Technical Support can guide you and provide written documentation, personalized ZMK training and custom programming assistance are not offered.

ZMK Configurator: Explore the Advantage360 Professional GUI, an open-source web-based application designed by Nick Coutsos. Customize layers, actions, and configure basic macros (ZMK supports text string macros of up to 32 characters).

Tenting

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Seamless Tenting Control Effortlessly transition between three tent settings (low, medium, and high) with a simple button press to alleviate forearm tension. The low setting mirrors the tenting angle found in the original contoured keyboards.


Specs

Plug-and-Play compatible with all USB operating systems (no special drivers required)

  • Windows 7-11
  • macOS
  • Linux
  • Android
  • Chrome

Multichannel Bluetooth & Rechargeable Batteries

  • Wireless Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE)
  • Range: ~30 feet
  • Battery: 1500 mAh rechargeable Lithium Ion (Estimated Lifespan: 3 years, we plan to offer replacement batteries for sale)
  • Battery life: Backlighting On: 2-3 weeks / Backlighting Off: 2-3 months
  • Multichannel: Switch instantly between 5 Bluetooth-enabled devices

Mechanical Key Switches (Gateron Brown KS-9)

  • Peak Force: 55 grams
  • Activation Force: 45 grams
  • Travel Distance: 4.1 mm
  • Keycaps are shine-through ABS plastic to allow for global white LED backlighting when enabled

Dimensions & warranty

  • Width
    • Min Separation: 15.25 inches; Max Separation: Up to the wireless pairing range
    • Distance between F & J Keys: Min: 7.25 inches; Max: Up to the wireless pairing range
    • Width of each module: 7.5 inches
    • Depth (front-to-back): 8 inches
    • Height: Min 2.75 inches / Max 4 inches
    • Weight: 3 lbs 4.5 oz
  • USB C-A Charging Cables: Braided, 6 feet
  • Warranty: 3 year limited
  • Package Contents: Keyboard, Charging Cable (x2), Quick Start Guide, extra keycaps including 4 Mac modifiers, keycap puller, and Bridge Connector

 

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Accessories

Advantage360 Palm Pads

Advantage360 Palm Pads

Advantage360 Dvorak Keycaps set

Advantage360 Dvorak Keycaps set

Advantage360 Blank Keycaps Set

Advantage360 Blank Keycaps Set

Advantage360 QWERTY Keycaps Set

Advantage360 QWERTY Keycaps Set