K8 is a compact keypad command center based on CAN-Bus protocol. The device is water and dust resistant and can be installed both inside and outside the cockpit. It is fully customizable and proposed with a wide range of interchangeable inserts.
The keypad is available in two versions:
| K8 | K8 Open | |
| Integrates With | AiM PDM32/PDM08 | Other Devices |
| Pushbuttons | 8 programmable keys | 8 programmable keys |
| Connection | AiM CAN 5 pins Binder 712 | USB CAN 7 pins Binder 712 |
| Materials | Rubber silicon and PA6 GS30% reinforced | Rubber silicon and PA6 GS30% reinforced |
| Dimensions | 127.4 x 71.4 x 24 mm | 127.4 x 71.4 x 24 mm |
| Weight | 150 g | 150 g |
| Waterproof | IP67 | IP67 |
Common features
- Reconfigurable buttons
- Programmable RGB LEDs
- LED backlit rings and icons
- Momentary, toggle and multi-status
- 2 blinking mode
- Wide range of inserts
- CAN-Bus system compatible
- Vertical or horizontal mount
- Status restore option
K8 | AiM EXPANSION
Connectable to the AiM PDM32 and PDM08 through the AiM Expansion CAN Bus (go the the section).
K8 OPEN | OPEN VERSION
Freely configurable through USB, using the AiM software RaceStudio 3, it can be connected through CAN to every external device (go to the section).
K8 AiM EXPANSION FEATURES
K8 can be connected to the AiM PDM32 and PDM08. It can be freely configurable as an expansion using the AiM software RaceStudio 3.
The push-buttons can be:
- MOMENTARY: The push-button status is ON when the push-button is pushed.
- TOGGLE: The pushbutton status changes from ON to OFF every time the push-button is pushed.
- MULTISTATUS: The push-button value changes from 0 to a MAX Value every time the push-button is pushed.
RGB LEDs
RGB LEDs are the best choice in low visibility conditions. Every push-button can be enlightened in 1 of 8 different colors, solid or blinking, according to the configuration defined by the user.
Available RGB LED Colors
- Off
- Red
- Green
- Amber
- Blue
- Cyan
- Magenta
- White
It is possible to configure a push-button for incrementing or decrementing the K8 LEDs brightness.
Additional Controls
In addition to the primary functionality of the buttons, K8 buttons can be setup for managing the AiM display connected to the PDM32/PDM08.
Interchangeable Inserts
It is possible to choose among a wide range of inserts available; with 72 elements easily interchangeable, you'll have the possibility to create different configurations with the same K8 keypad based on any needs.
(see the complete list)
Open Version Additional Features
K8, just like the new GPS09c or ACC 2, is available in "Open Version". This keypad can be easily configurable via USB with AiM software RaceStudio 3 for transmitting the data via CAN to every external device. The "Open Version" can also be used as an AiM Expansion, without any issues or limitations.
Open Version CAN Messages Configuration
The status of the push-buttons is transmitted at fixed frequency or/and when it changes.
The CAN messages can be freely configured, as frequency, IDs, baud rate, endian and contents.
The status of every push-button at the power OFF can be held at the next power ON.
K8 Open Keypad can manage a CAN INPUT protocol, in order to give a feedback, trough the color LEDs, based upon the information received.
