Editing Matias Mini Tactile Pro

{{infobox dkeyboard
| image name = Matias MTP front 2.jpeg
| name = Matias mini tactile pro
| family = [[75%]]
| pn = FK303
| fcc = 
| branding = Matias mini tactile pro
| manufacturer = [[Matias Corporation|Matias]]/possibly [[Costar]]
| switch = [[Matias switch|Matias click switches]]
| layouts = [[75%]] ANSI
| interface = [[USB]]
| years = current; in production 
| price = ~ $107-130
}}


==Introduction==
The '''Matias mini tactile pro''' (also spelled as "mini tactile''pro''") is a [[75%]] computer keyboard, built primarily for the Mac, made by [[Matias Corporation|Matias]] that uses [[Matias switch|Matias click switches]].


==Description==
The "mini tactile pro", is an all white, [[75%]] keyboard that uses the [[Plate mount|plate-mounted]] [[tactile]] and non-dampened [[Clicky|clicky]] [[Matias switch|Matias switches]]. It features:
* while it's based on the [[Matias Tactile Pro]], the "mini tactile pro" comes in a space-saving compact form;
* designed specifically for the Mac, so all Mac function keys work right out-of-the-box and without the need to download any extra drivers; and
* a great number of symbols are printed on the keys' right side and can be easily accessed by pressing the <code>Option</code> key for the lower right symbols or simultaneously pressing <code>Shift</code> + <code>Option</code> for the upper right symbols.


====Type feel====
The keyboard is solidly made with an easily recognizable [[Alps SKBM White|Alps SKBM white switches]] type feel to it. The sculpted [[ABS]] keytops make the experience even more pleasant. 


====Windows & Linux====
While the keyboard is designed specifically for the Mac, it also works with Windows OS (XP,Vista, 7) and Linux distros except for the Mac-specific functions. [[Matias Corporation|Matias]] also offers some help in this area – for Windows OS, configure the <code>Alt</code> and <code>Win</code> keys by installing [http://matias.ca/tactilepro3/support/TactilePro_WindowsDriver.exe MS Windows (AutoHotkey) drivers].


==Similar "'''mini'''" shape keyboards by Matias==
Several Matias' mini keyboards look similar or identical, but they have either different switches (quiet or clicky), are primarily built for a specific OS (Mac or PC), or have a wireless or wired capabilities (in addition to other less prominent differences):

{| class="wikitable"
|- 
|  || '''PC:''' || '''Mac:'''
|-
| '''Wireless/quiet:''' || [[Matias secure pro|secure pro]] || [[Matias laptop pro|laptop pro (bluetooth)]]
|-
| '''Wired/clicky:''' || n/a || mini tactile pro (this page)
|-
| '''Wired/quiet:''' || [[Matias mini quiet pro|mini quiet pro]]  ||  n/a
|-
|}

==Conclusion==
The '''Matias mini tactile pro''' is a well designed and well built keyboard that doesn't disappoint in any important way. Improvements can be made in some areas, for example, replacing the [[ABS]] keycaps with the sturdier [[PBT]] plastics, or selecting a different material for its case, or a matte case finish instead of glossy, but overall there is no serious negative side to this space-saving [[75%]] keyboard. The packaging is modern, professional, and tasteful; the 3 built-in USB ports offer lots of (portable) expandability; and the included USB cable for home/office (2 m / 6.5 feet) and one extra cable for travel ((1 m / 3.25 feet) is a classy touch.


==Full specs==
{| class="wikitable"
|- 
| Model name: || Matias mini tactile pro
|-
| Model #: || FK303
|-
| Switch name: || Matias Click 
|-
| Switch Part #: || PG155B02 
|-
| [[Tactile]]:     || Yes 
|-
| [[Clicky]]: || Yes 
|-
| Stem colour: || White 
|-
| Actuation force: || 60 g (+/- 5 g) 
|- 
| Dimensions: || 337 x 165 x 35 mm  / 13.26 x 6.5 x 1.38 inches
|-
| Weight:     || 934 g / 2.06 lbs 
|- 
| Case/keycaps colour: || White/white
|-
| Keycaps/legends:     || [[ABS]], laser-etched
|-
| Switches:     || [[Matias switch|Matias switches]]
|-
| Switch mount type: || [[Plate mount]] 
|-
| Keycap mount: || [[Alps mount]]
|-
| Contact mechanism: || Metal leaf and spring
|-
| Interface: || [[USB]] 
|-
| Cable: || Detachable (2 USB cables included)
|-
| Buily-in USB ports: || 3
|-
| Key travel distance: || 3.5 mm
|-
| Actuation point: || 2.2 mm (+/- 0.2 mm)
|-
| [[DIP switch]]: || No
|-
| Backlight: || No
|- 
| Included: || 2 USB cables, user guide
|-
| Full OS support: || Mac OS X (no extra drivers needed)
|-
| Compatible with: || Windows, Linux
|-
|}


==Gallery==
<gallery widths=250px heights=187>
File:Matias MTP front.jpeg           | Front/top view
File:Matias MTP back.jpeg            | Back
File:Matias MTP backplate.jpeg       | Back label
File:Matias MTP box.jpeg             | Box
File:Matias MTP box back.jpeg        | Box back
File:Matias MTP arrows.jpeg          | Cursor keys
File:Matias MTP caps switches 1.jpeg | Keycaps top closeup
File:Matias MTP caps switches 2.jpeg | Matias Click switches 1
File:Matias MTP caps switches 3.jpeg | Matias Click switches 2
File:Matias MTP user guide.jpeg      | User manual
File:Matias MTP sideview 1.jpeg      | Low sideview
File:Matias MTP sideview 2.jpeg      | Top sideview
File:Matias MTP front 2.jpeg         | Front/top view 2
</gallery>


==External links==
* ThatOpinion – [http://thatopinion.com/matias/ Matias Mini Tactile Pro Review]
* Reagan Knopp – [http://www.reaganknopp.net/weblog/2013/12/-matias-mini-tactile-keyboard-review Matias Mini Tactile Pro Keyboard Review]
* YouTube – [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vxl0u-fhSQ Matias Mini Tactile Pro Mechanical Keyboard]
* Geekhack – [https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=56465.0 Picked up a Matias Mini Tactile Pro. Mini review, pics, and a video.]
* Matias – [http://matias.ca/minitactilepro/mac/viewer/?p=2 Matias mini tactile pro gallery]
* Matias – [http://matias.ca/tactilepro3/support/ Matias tactile pro support page] 


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