LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC in black, top-down view showing color-coded editing shortcut keys.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view showing color-coded shortcut keys and keyboard frame.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view with backlit color-coded shortcut keys illuminated.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side view showing low-profile keycap height and sloped edge design.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side profile highlighting slim keycap height and rear edge.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view showing color-coded shortcut keys and cable routing.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view with backlit color-coded keys glowing.
LogicKeyboard cable accessory, close-up of two USB connector cables with a small adapter module.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC in black, top-down view showing color-coded editing shortcut keys.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view showing color-coded shortcut keys and keyboard frame.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view with backlit color-coded shortcut keys illuminated.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side view showing low-profile keycap height and sloped edge design.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side profile highlighting slim keycap height and rear edge.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view showing color-coded shortcut keys and cable routing.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view with backlit color-coded keys glowing.
    LogicKeyboard cable accessory, close-up of two USB connector cables with a small adapter module.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC in black, top-down view showing color-coded editing shortcut keys.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view showing color-coded shortcut keys and keyboard frame.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view with backlit color-coded shortcut keys illuminated.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side view showing low-profile keycap height and sloped edge design.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side profile highlighting slim keycap height and rear edge.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view showing color-coded shortcut keys and cable routing.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view with backlit color-coded keys glowing.
LogicKeyboard cable accessory, close-up of two USB connector cables with a small adapter module.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC in black, top-down view showing color-coded editing shortcut keys.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view showing color-coded shortcut keys and keyboard frame.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view with backlit color-coded shortcut keys illuminated.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side view showing low-profile keycap height and sloped edge design.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side profile highlighting slim keycap height and rear edge.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view showing color-coded shortcut keys and cable routing.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view with backlit color-coded keys glowing.
LogicKeyboard cable accessory, close-up of two USB connector cables with a small adapter module.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC in black, top-down view showing color-coded editing shortcut keys.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view showing color-coded shortcut keys and keyboard frame.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view with backlit color-coded shortcut keys illuminated.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side view showing low-profile keycap height and sloped edge design.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side profile highlighting slim keycap height and rear edge.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view showing color-coded shortcut keys and cable routing.
    LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view with backlit color-coded keys glowing.
    LogicKeyboard cable accessory, close-up of two USB connector cables with a small adapter module.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC in black, top-down view showing color-coded editing shortcut keys.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view showing color-coded shortcut keys and keyboard frame.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled view with backlit color-coded shortcut keys illuminated.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side view showing low-profile keycap height and sloped edge design.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, side profile highlighting slim keycap height and rear edge.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view showing color-coded shortcut keys and cable routing.
LogicKeyboard Avid NewsCutter Astra 2 keyboard for PC, angled rear view with backlit color-coded keys glowing.
LogicKeyboard cable accessory, close-up of two USB connector cables with a small adapter module.

About

Product Specifications

  • Designed for AVID NewsCutter
  • Compatible with Windows 7 - 11
  • Backlit keys
  • Dimmable light with five selectable levels
  • Built-in USB 3.0 port*
  • Scissor-switch keys
  • Color-coded labelled shortcut keys with graphical commands
  • Dimensions - 17 5/8” x 6” x 11/4” (446mm x 150mm x 30mm)
  • Net weight - 2.1 lbs (950 grams)
  • Number of keys - 108 (ANSI version) 109 (ISO version)
  • Manufactured for 10.000.000 keystrokes per key
  • USB cable with separate keyboard and hub connections




           


          ASTRA 2 keyboard for Avid NewsCutter

          The ASTRA 2 backlit keyboard features an elegant, black keyboard with low-profile scissor-switch keys for a light, yet responsive feel. With five selectable light levels, the ASTRA 2 is the perfect choice for any lighting conditions. The keyboard features a USB 3.0* hub to enable you to connect e.g. mouse, phone, contour shuttle or a USB-dongle.
          The ASTRA 2 keyboard is developed with two USB cables; a grey one for the keyboard itself, and a black one for the USB hub to avoid problems with installations, that require a KVM extender.
          In addition, the ASTRA 2 has a full-sized F-row and multimedia keys to provide full control and effectiveness.

          To power the keyboard, you need to plug in the grey USB connector.
          The Avid NewsCutter dedicated Logickeyboard also features all the regular letters, numbers, and symbol labelling that you will find on a conventional keyboard, it can simply be used as a substitute for it. The keyboard is easy to plug in and requires no software installation.

          Product Specifications

          • Designed for AVID NewsCutter
          • Compatible with Windows 7 - 11
          • Backlit keys
          • Dimmable light with five selectable levels
          • Built-in USB 3.0 port*
          • Scissor-switch keys
          • Color-coded labelled shortcut keys with graphical commands
          • Dimensions - 17 5/8” x 6” x 11/4” (446mm x 150mm x 30mm)
          • Net weight - 2.1 lbs (950 grams)
          • Number of keys - 108 (ANSI version) 109 (ISO version)
          • Manufactured for 10.000.000 keystrokes per key
          • USB cable with separate keyboard and hub connections




                   


                  ASTRA 2 keyboard for Avid NewsCutter

                  The ASTRA 2 backlit keyboard features an elegant, black keyboard with low-profile scissor-switch keys for a light, yet responsive feel. With five selectable light levels, the ASTRA 2 is the perfect choice for any lighting conditions. The keyboard features a USB 3.0* hub to enable you to connect e.g. mouse, phone, contour shuttle or a USB-dongle.
                  The ASTRA 2 keyboard is developed with two USB cables; a grey one for the keyboard itself, and a black one for the USB hub to avoid problems with installations, that require a KVM extender.
                  In addition, the ASTRA 2 has a full-sized F-row and multimedia keys to provide full control and effectiveness.

                  To power the keyboard, you need to plug in the grey USB connector.
                  The Avid NewsCutter dedicated Logickeyboard also features all the regular letters, numbers, and symbol labelling that you will find on a conventional keyboard, it can simply be used as a substitute for it. The keyboard is easy to plug in and requires no software installation.
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                  LogicKeyboard AVID NewsCutter PC Astra 2 US LKB-NEWSC-A2PC-US

                  LKB-NEWSC-A2PC-US

                  $149.90
                  $149.90
                  Compatible with Windows 7 - 11. Built-in USB 3.0 port*.
                  Compatible with Windows 7 - 11. Built-in USB 3.0 port*.

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                  FAQs About the LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter (PC)

                  1

                  Who is the LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter designed for?

                  The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter is designed for Windows-based news and broadcast editors who want NewsCutter commands labeled and color-coded on a dedicated keyboard, with backlighting that suits dimly lit newsroom or edit-suite environments.

                  2

                  Does this keyboard still work if my Avid NewsCutter version changes?

                  Yes. The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter is a standard USB keyboard that works with Windows 7 through 11 regardless of your specific NewsCutter version — only the printed shortcut labels reflect NewsCutter's default keymap, not the keyboard's basic function.

                  3

                  What is the built-in USB hub on this keyboard for?

                  The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter includes a built-in USB 3.0 hub, letting you connect a mouse, phone, Contour Shuttle, or USB dongle directly to the keyboard instead of your PC, which helps keep cabling tidy in a busy newsroom or edit bay.

                  4

                  Why does the Avid NewsCutter ASTRA 2 keyboard have two USB cables?

                  The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter uses a grey cable to power the keyboard and a separate black cable to activate its built-in USB hub. This dual-cable design is intended to avoid conflicts in installations that require a KVM extender.

                  5

                  What are the physical specs of the Avid NewsCutter ASTRA 2 keyboard?

                  The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter measures 17 5/8" x 6" x 1 1/4" (446mm x 150mm x 30mm) and weighs 2.1 lbs (950g), with 108 keys (ANSI) or 109 keys (ISO) rated for 10,000,000 keystrokes each.

                  6

                  How many backlight brightness levels does this keyboard offer?

                  The LogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 for Avid NewsCutter includes a dimmable backlight with 5 selectable brightness levels, letting editors adjust illumination for anything from a bright control room to a dark edit suite so the shortcut labels stay legible.

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