kontrol s61 mk3 power supply

CHRIS HUME · October 11

pre ordered my Kontrol S61 Mk3 keys, but wanting to get ahead here, and as I don't have usb C on my PC (but have adapter cable) , Im concerned is power supply. Will NI be selling a compatible usb C power supply ? alternatively can someone cleverer than me point me in the right direction of which usb C power supply to buy to get me up and running at full power for when it arrives

PoorFellow · October 14

I can not vouch for quality and this is simply meant as examples of what would be more than adequate :

UK :

USB C Plug, 100W 6 Port USB C Fast Charger Plug : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Charger-Adapter-Charging-Station-Samsung-White/dp/B0CCJ786HX/

USB C Plug, INIU 30W USB C Charger : https://www.amazon.co.uk/INIU-Charger-Adapter-Compatible-Samsung-Black/dp/B09CYJZRV9

Guttlu 40W USB C Charger plug : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Guttlu-Charger-Original-Compatible-Adapter-White/dp/B0BDZXD2NC/

Anker USB C Plug, 323 Charger (33W), 2-Port : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-323-Charger-%C3%AF%C2%BC%CB%8633W%C3%AF%C2%BC%E2%80%B0-B2C-White/dp/B0BC92CCVC/

Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Apple-20W-USB-C-Power-Adapter/dp/B08L5RKGVX

30W USB C Charger Fast Charger Plug with 100W Fast Charging Type C Cable : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Charger-Charging-Adapter-iPhone-Airpods-Black/dp/B0C1NJ9G73/

US :

You can get a dual pack 20W for $ 10 (plenty more higher Watt two packs at page bottom) : https://www.amazon.com/iPhone-Charger-Delivery-AirPods-Samsung/dp/B09CKBPZ34/

A 30W for $20: https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Charger-Foldable-Compact-Compatible/dp/B0BJ6BB44D/

A 200W for $40 : https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Charging-Compatible-Pixelbook-ThinkPad/dp/B0BYHJ8FD6/

There will most be many here with either cheaper or they think better suggestions , but as written then the above is simply meant as examples of what would be more than adequate..

Also , if of interest : DataPro's USB-C Guide and FAQ : https://www.datapro.net/techinfo/what_is_usb_type_c_usb_c.html

PoorFellow · October 11

Requirements are rather low , this is what it says :

Quote specifications :

Kontrol comes with a USB-C cable. It is bus-powered meaning the USB cable draws power directly from your computer, so there’s no need for an additional power supply. If your computer does not have a USB-C port, you can use your own USB adapter and power supply.

Use the adapter to connect the provided USB-C cable from the keyboard’s HOST port to your computer’s USB-A port. Then connect a USB-C power supply (5V, 7.5W or higher, 1.5A or higher) to the keyboard’s USB-C power supply port.

Check the manual for more information.

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Power adapters with USB C PD (power delivery) often are capable of delivering much more power since some of them are also directed at powering other 'mobile' units !

Jeremy_NI · October 11

@CHRIS HUME Some Knowledge Base articles about that are on their way. In the meantime, These are the PSU specs you need: A USB-C power supply (5 V, 7.5 W or higher, 1.5 A or higher) with its own USB-C cable.

It goes into the power socket in the wall - and the USB-C cable goes into the "Power" socket of the keyboard.If his computer doesn't have a USB-C port, you'll need a USB cable C-A to connect the keyboard (C) with the computer (A). You have to make sure that the cable can transfer data - and is not only transmitting power.

CHRIS HUME · October 14

seems a bit stupid launching an all singing and dancing product then we got to wait for a power supply !!

My keyboard arrived yesterday set it up all excited and....................... (see below)

sorry but all this 5 V, 7.5 W or higher, 1.5 A or higher doesn't mean anything to a thicko like me - just point me to a suitable power supply I can get from amazon UK that will work- I want to delve into my new gear but looks like I gotta wait

PoorFellow · October 14