LXR Devlog #2 - Crafting a Reference Configuration
Component Selection for LXR.
Greetings, INNOvators!
Before we dive into the physical realm of prototypes, it's was crucial to set a reference configuration for LXR.
As previously mentioned, we want this computer to let you work, play, study & create. It’s the reason why each piece has to be chosen to align with our vision of a versatile, compact, and powerful computing solution.
The Single Board Computer (SBC)
At the core of this reference configuration lies a robust Single Board Computer. After extensive research and evaluation, we've selected the Khadas Edge 2 (https://www.khadas.com/edge2):
ARM RK3588 processor
Quad-core GPU
6 TOPS NPU
8K Display
4K UI
8k60 Decoder
Up to 16GB RAM
This choice ensures a seamless balance between performance and power efficiency - vital for our vision. Perfect to test different use-case scenarios.
Anyway, this computer being open & evolutive, you can of course also imagine your LXR being powered by a venerable Raspberry Pi or a more powerful (and power hungry) x86 SBC…
The Ergonomic Mechanical Keyboard
We don’t see keyboard merely as an input device; but as an interface to creativity and productivity. We want a keyboard that is compact, ergonomic, practical & customizable.
For LXR, we've tried a couple of split ergonomic keyboard like the excellent Dilemma (https://github.com/Bastardkb/Dilemma/tree/main).
Our goal is to propose a custom board later on, but for the first few prototyping iterations, we decided to stick to the reliable, cheap and compact 3W6 from Weteor & UgloBuglo (https://github.com/weteor/3W6/tree/main).
A low profile, split ortholinear keyboard with 36 keys.
The Powerhouse Battery
Portability is a cornerstone of LXR's design.
To achieve this, we've integrated a robust 10,000mAh battery, providing up to 8 hours of uninterrupted use. This ensures that LXR is not just powerful, but also dependable for your on-the-go computing needs.
We’ve found some of the shelf power-bank able to provide enough juice to run the SBC and the monitor.
The model we selected for this prototyping iteration is from Charmast (https://www.charmast.com/products/10000mah-pd20w-mini-fast-charging-power-bank).
The Journey Ahead
These components form a first reference configuration for prototyping the LXR project.
With each chosen, we're now poised to bring our vision to life through prototypes… Join us in the next Devlog as we put theory into practice, creating a tangible representation of LXR.
Participants’ corner
In our latest Devlog, we told you that we'd like to involve all those who wish to participate in the development of LXR.
We'll be using this "Participants' corner" section to provide additional information to those who wish to take part, share your thoughts, and to ask your feedback through community polls.
Today, we’d like to ask your thoughts on the SBC.
We went for Khadas Edge 2 for the reference configuration, but ideally we want to allow any SBC.
Resources:
Raspberry Pi5 (https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-5/)
Khadas Edge 2 (https://www.khadas.com/edge2)
RockPi 4 (https://rockpi.org/rockpi4)
Zimaboard (https://www.zimaboard.com/)
Feel free to leave us your thoughts through the comments section. Every feedback & proposal are warmly welcome!
Until then, keep on INNOvating!