nemui

keymap

*to remap your keys or customize your lighting, visit https://usevia.app

prebuilt guide

package contents

A. keyboard (prebuilt)
• 1x top case
• 1x bottom case
• 1x anodized outer weight
• 1x inner brass weight
• 1x POM plate
• 1x 1.6mm PCB
• 1x anodized badge
• 1x JST cable & daughterboard
• 1x daughterboard insulation sheet
• 1x flat feet
• 1x case foam
• 1x plate foam
• 1x switch foam
• 1x case insulation sheet

B. additional
• 2x o-ring switch
• 1x 40A o-ring
• 1x cable
• 1x plate fork
• 1x keycap & switch puller
• 1x screwdriver
• 2x hex keys
• 1x POM badge
• 1x bubble feet
• extra keycaps and switches

customizing your board

to replace your default badge or to change the mounting style, refer to the video guide above for comprehensive instructions.

barebones guide

package contents

0a. additional tools required before building
• keycaps
• 66x switches (extras recommended)
• lube (krytox 205g0)

0b. lube provided clip-in stabilizers

1a. ensure all components are in the kit before building

A. keyboard (barebone kit)
• 1x top case
• 1x bottom case
• 1x anodized outer weight
• 1x inner brass weight
• 1x FR4 plate
• 1x POM plate
• 1x 1.6mm PCB
• 1x anodized badge
• 1x POM badge
• 1x JST cable & daughterboard
• 1x daughterboard insulation sheet
• 1x flat feet
• 1x bubble feet
• 1x case foam
• 1x plate foam
• 1x switch foam
• 1x case insulation sheet

B. screws
• 8x M2.58 cylindrical head hexagonal screws
• 13x M24 cross T head screws
• 8x M2*4 hexagon countersunk head screws

C. additional
• 3x o-ring switch
• 1x 40A o-ring

D. gifts
• 1x cable
• 1x TX clip-in stabilizer
• 1x plate fork
• 1x keycap & switch puller
• 1x screwdriver
• 2x hex keys

testing your pcb

1b. ensure PCB is fully functional before building

• plug daughterboard and JST, connect to usevia.app
• test tab > turn on matrix tab
• plug one switch into the PCB and press the switch
• ensure all keys are lit up on via

pcb and switch assembly

2. building the PCB and attaching switches

• insert TX clip in stabilizers
  • optional step: add switch foam if desired
• once clipped in, insert tx stabilizer stoppers
  • optional step: add plate foam at this step if desired
  • note: the o-ring does not properly accommodate the plate foam so it is recommended to opt it out if you are choosing the o-ring mount
• add POM or FR4 plate and ensure both foam and plate are aligned
• insert one switch in each corner to keep everything aligned
• start inserting switches to the assembly (side note: if you’re not using any foams, it is recommended to use the plate fork to support the plate)
• ensure that the switches are properly seated on the plate
• remove case foam backing and attach to the assembly if desired (keep the backing on if eventual removal is desired)

case assembly

3. building the case

• start by attaching provided feet to the case (flat or bubble)
• unscrew the 8 screws securing the bottom case to the top case
  • optional step: swap out the badge if desired
• install case insulation sheet

mounting styles

4a. follow these steps if top mount is desired (stiffer typing feel, deeper sound)

• attach the assembly to the top case with the provided screws
• connect JST cable to the PCB
• close and fasten the case
• attach keycaps
• complete

4b. follow these steps if o-ring is desired (softer typing feel, sharper sound)

• install provided o-ring switch in top right corner
• install provided o-ring by placing it between the plate and PCB
• connect JST cable to the PCB
• place assembly onto the bottom case and tuck in parts of the o-ring that may interfere with closing the case
• close and fasten the case
• attach keycaps
• complete

common issues

"i plugged my keyboard in and visited the usevia.app page but it is not detecting"

1. first, visit the link https://usevia.app
2. go to the “settings” tab to ensure “show design tab” is toggled on
3. in the “design” tab, click on “load”
4. upload the json file, downloadable via this link here . (right-click, save link as)
5. once all the steps are complete, your nemui should be ready to go!

"i noticed that other nemui keyboards have a light up moon whereas mine is made of metal, how do i get it to light up as well?"

all nemuis come with two badges: pom and anodized. refer to the prebuilt video guide for instructions on how to replace your badge.

"one of my keys stopped working"

it may be a problem with your switches. you can find extra switches in your accessory box included in the package.

"the issue i have isn't listed here"

please email hello@osume.com for further assistance.