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terminology:active_converter [29 Dec 2023 19:21] – Moved the firmware tables to a new page + Rewrote & simplified the Firmware section. bitteneiteterminology:active_converter [03 Feb 2024 01:56] (current) eris
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 [{{ :terminology:orihalcon_active_din180-usb.jpg?200|An Active AT/XT-to-USB converter}}] [{{ :terminology:orihalcon_active_din180-usb.jpg?200|An Active AT/XT-to-USB converter}}]
  
-An **Active Converter** refers to a computerized device designed to fully convert a keyboard's protocol and port, typically into USB. Commercial offerings can be found online, but they are often sold at a higher price compared to [[terminology:passive_converter|Passive Converters]].+An **active converter** refers to a computerized device designed to fully convert a keyboard's protocol and port, typically into USB. Commercial offerings can be found online, but they are often sold at a higher price compared to [[terminology:passive_converter|passive converters]].
  
 Some users may prefer to make their own converters using off-the-shelf hardware as an alternative to commercial adapters. Some users may prefer to make their own converters using off-the-shelf hardware as an alternative to commercial adapters.
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 Converting any protocol into USB will require a specialized [[terminology:firmware|firmware]] in order to facilitate the conversion process.  Some firmwares provide additional features, such as keymap customization and macros. However, all firmwares must be used with their specified microcontroller. (i.e. ATmega32u4) Converting any protocol into USB will require a specialized [[terminology:firmware|firmware]] in order to facilitate the conversion process.  Some firmwares provide additional features, such as keymap customization and macros. However, all firmwares must be used with their specified microcontroller. (i.e. ATmega32u4)
  
-The list of common firmwares used in Active Converters [[terminology:firmware|can be found here]].+The list of common firmwares used in active converters [[terminology:firmware|can be found here]].