CHERRY KC 1000 SC keyboard Office USB QWERTY Nordic Black

The CHERRY KC 1000 SC is a full-size wired USB office keyboard with a Nordic QWERTY layout and a 1.8 m cable. It combines a classic CHERRY office keyboard design with an integrated smart card terminal to meet security-related requirements while remaining suitable for everyday office use.

Advantages

The keyboard offers secure PIN entry with a Class -2 smart card reader and PC/SC compatibility, supporting protocols T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9 and S=10. EMV 2000 Level 1 approval and CCID compatibility ensure interoperability with standard smart card systems. Its wired USB interface and full-size layout provide reliable connectivity and comfortable typing for professional environments.

Suitable for

• Office workstations requiring secure smart card authentication
• Financial or administrative environments with PIN entry needs
• Systems using PC/SC smart card middleware
• Users who prefer a full-size wired keyboard with Nordic QWERTY layout

Key specifications

• Brand: Cherry
• Model: KC 1000 SC (MPN: JK-A0100PN-0, EAN: 4025112085666)
• Interface: USB
• Form factor: Full-size (100%)
• Layout: Nordic QWERTY
• Color: Black
• Cable length: 1.8 m
• Smart card reader: Integrated PC/SC reader, Class -2
• Supported protocols: T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, S=10
• Approvals: EMV 2000 Level 1, CCID compatible

How to use

Connect the CHERRY KC 1000 SC to a computer using the USB cable. Insert a compatible smart card into the integrated reader for authentication and use the keyboard for regular typing tasks. Follow the software or system prompts for PIN entry; the reader handles secure PIN input according to supported protocols and standards.

Recommendations

Use approved smart cards and compatible PC/SC drivers for full functionality. Place the keyboard on a stable surface at a comfortable angle and keep the USB cable free of sharp bends to maintain connection reliability.