SC0198 - Raspberry Pi Keyboard (DE Layout, Black/Grey) | Raspberry Pi
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SC0198 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Type | USB keyboard (official Raspberry Pi accessory) |
| Model | Raspberry Pi Keyboard (RPi-KYB), DE layout |
| Layout | German (DE) |
| Colour | Black/Grey |
| Key Count | 79 keys |
| Interface | USB (wired) |
| Form Factor | Compact / no numeric keypad |
| Power Source | USB bus-powered |
| Operating System Support | Raspberry Pi OS / Linux / Windows / macOS (standard USB HID) |
SC0198 Pin Configuration
| Pin USB VBUS | 5V Power β Bus power supplied from host USB port |
| Pin USB D- | Data Negative β USB differential data line negative |
| Pin USB D+ | Data Positive β USB differential data line positive |
| Pin USB GND | Ground β Signal and power ground return |
| Pin Key Matrix | 79-key matrix β Compact key matrix without numeric keypad, read by internal controller |
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
SC0198 is suitable for 6 applications: Raspberry Pi Desktop Workstation, Classroom and Education, Kiosk and Embedded HMI, Home Office with DE Layout, Maker and Prototype Benches, Media Centre Control.
Raspberry Pi Desktop Workstation
The SC0198 pairs directly with Raspberry Pi 5, Raspberry Pi 4, or Raspberry Pi 400-class setups to form a complete compact desktop. Its wired USB connection and 79-key layout without a numeric keypad keep the desk footprint small while retaining navigation and function keys. Being a standard USB HID device, it works immediately with Raspberry Pi OS with no configuration, making it the default choice for official Raspberry Pi desktop bundles and first-time users who want a matched keyboard aesthetic.
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Classroom and Education
Schools and coding clubs deploying fleets of Raspberry Pi computers benefit from the SC0198's plug-and-play USB HID behaviour and matched branding. Wired connectivity avoids battery management and wireless pairing overhead across many machines, a common pain point in shared computer labs. The German (DE) layout suits German-speaking classrooms; other layout variants exist for other regions. The durable compact design tolerates frequent handling by students.
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Kiosk and Embedded HMI
In kiosk, information-terminal, and light industrial HMI builds, the SC0198 provides user input without wireless latency or pairing complexity. Its bus-powered single-cable design simplifies enclosure wiring, and the compact form factor fits shallow counter or wall-mount installations. Combined with a Raspberry Pi SBC and a display, it forms a complete interactive terminal with minimal BOM complexity.
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Home Office with DE Layout
Users in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland who need German umlaut and QWERTZ key legends can use the SC0198 with any PC or Mac, since it enumerates as a standard USB keyboard. The official Raspberry Pi three-tone black/grey design fits modern desk setups, and the wired connection eliminates wireless interference and recharging, which matters for full-day office use.
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Maker and Prototype Benches
Electronics workbenches built around Raspberry Pi boards use the SC0198 for test controllers and prototype rigs. The wired USB link is immune to RF congestion in busy lab environments, and the compact layout leaves bench space for instruments. Distributor availability from DigiKey and Mouser makes it easy to source alongside SBCs and components in a single order.
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Media Centre Control
For Raspberry Pi-based media players and living-room PCs, the SC0198 offers a slim, visually consistent input device that stows easily behind a display. The 79-key layout covers the navigation and playback control keys needed for media centre software, and the wired connection avoids the battery failures common with remote controls.
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Engineering reference data for SC0198 β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | SC0193 | GENERIC-USB-79K |
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| Package / Form Factor | Compact 79-key USB keyboard, no numeric keypad | Same official Raspberry Pi keyboard chassis (US layout) | [DATA_NEEDED] varies by third-party model |
| Brand | Raspberry Pi (official accessory) | Raspberry Pi | Various third-party |
| Key Count | 79 keys | 79 keys | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Layout | German (DE) | US (per Raspberry Pi keyboard family) | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Interface | USB wired | USB wired | USB (some models wireless) |
| Colour | Black/Grey | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Power / Connection | USB bus-powered, single cable | USB bus-powered, single cable | Bus-powered or battery (model dependent) |
| Host Compatibility | Raspberry Pi SBC, PC, Mac (USB HID) | Raspberry Pi SBC, PC, Mac (USB HID) | Any USB HID host |
Key Differentiators
- Official Raspberry Pi three-tone black/grey design matched to the SBC ecosystem (vs SC0193 (US layout variant))
- Wired single-cable USB operation (vs Third-party wireless compact keyboards)
- Compact 79-key layout without numeric keypad (vs Full-size 104-key third-party USB keyboards)
Design Notes
The SC0198 is USB bus-powered, so on a Raspberry Pi SBC it draws from the same 5V rail as other USB peripherals. When attaching the keyboard together with USB storage or other devices, use the manufacturer-recommended power supply for the host board (e.g., the official 5V/5A USB-C PSU for Raspberry Pi 5) to avoid undervoltage throttling that can manifest as USB device drops.
Because this is the DE-layout variant, verify the layout requirement before deploying fleets of machines: mixing SC0198 (DE) with US-layout variants causes user-facing legend mismatches even though the electronics are identical. Label inventory by layout code to prevent mis-shipment in education and kiosk rollouts.
The SC0198 is a wired keyboard; if your application previously used a wireless keyboard, plan cable routing to the host's USB Type-A port. On compact builds using all USB ports, verify a free port exists or add a powered USB hub so the keyboard shares the bus without overloading the host's USB power budget.
Compliance Information
Compliance declarations for the SC0198 keyboard were not present in the provided source data; consult the official Raspberry Pi product page for CE/UKCA declarations.
