Pangea Mini Build Guide

Step 1:

Confirm package contents:

Ensure all order items are included such as plates, pcbs and top frames. Also ensure that gaskets, feet and forcebreak sticks are in the accessories box. If any items are missing reach out to the vendor you purchased it from.  

 

Step 2:

Inspect the keyboard:

Look over board for any damage that could have happened during shipping. If there are any issues be sure to reach out to your vendor as soon as possible. 

 

Step 3:

Test the PCB:

Test the PCB using VIA and the JSON file found on the Resource Files page. If you ever need to flash the PCB, open QMK toolbox, load the .bin file, hold the reset switch for 3 seconds then click flash. Be sure to test the PCB using tweezers before building.

Step 4:

Build plate/PCB assembly:

Use your choice of stabilizers, switches and plate to assemble the internals.

Step 5:

Seperate top and bottom case:

Remove 4x case screws using hex M2 screwdriver and remove top case.

Step 6:

Install daughterboard and JST cable:

Grab JST cable and daughterboard from the pouch included in the PCB sleeve. Use the 2 M3 button head screws to install the daughterboard into the case cutout.

Step 7:

Install forcebreak sticks and feet:

Install the included forcebreak sticks into the 8x holes in the bottom case. Next, install the 4x included adhesive feet onto the bottom of the keyboard.

 

Step 8:

Install gaskets:

Choose to place adhesive poron gaskets onto the plate or onto the case (it is recommended to install them onto the plate as each plate comes with a gasket pack and it prevents you from seeing the adhesive on acrylic top cases). Place 16x poron gaskets onto either both sides of the mounting tabs on the plate or the cavities in the top and bottom case.

 

Step 9:

Install internals:

Plug in the JST cable to the PCB and ensure the cable sits in the channel while lowering the assembly into the case. 

 

Step 10: 

Finishing assembly:

Replace the top case onto the bottom case and re-install the 4x M2.5 case screws.

Changing the top frame: 

Step 1: 

Seperate top and bottom case:

Remove 4x case screws using hex M2 screwdriver and remove top case.

 

Step 2: 

Removing original top frame:

Flip top case over and remove the 6x M2 screws using an M1.5 hex driver. Lift top case up to remove top frame.

 

Step 3: 

Installing new frame:

Place new frame into cutout in the top case and re-install the 6x M2 screws.

 

Step 4: 

Installing new frame:

Replace the top case onto the bottom case and re-install the 4x M2.5 case screws.

 

Other useful information: 

Hardware:

Case Screws: 4x M2.5 x 5mm long button head screws
Daughterboard Screws: 2x M3 x 4mm long button head screws
Top Frame Screws: 6x M2 x 4mm long socket head screws
Weight Screws: 4x M2.5 x 4mm long flat head screws

Compatible PCBs:

Daughterboard: S2/S1 Unified Daughterboard

MX PCB: Standard 60% PCBs with normal JST position (ex. H60)

HE PCB: Standard 60% PCBs with normal JST position (ex. Venom60, Rakka Atlas)

EC PCB: Standard 60% PCBs with normal JST position (ex. EC60x)