Wired Cherry CHERRY KC 1000 SC full-size USB keyboard, QWERTY, 109 keys, 1.8 m cable, black

Cherry CHERRY KC 1000 SC is a wired full-size USB keyboard with a standard QWERTY layout and 109 keys. Designed for service and daily workstation use, the straight-format keyboard features a 1.8 m cable and a familiar key arrangement that supports data entry, office tasks and controlled environments. The model integrates a PC/SC-compatible smartcard reader for secure PIN entry and supports common smartcard communication protocols while remaining compatible with major operating systems.

Advantages

The keyboard combines the robustness of a classic Cherry office keyboard with an integrated chip card terminal, delivering secure PIN entry and ISO 7816-compliant smartcard read/write capability. Its wired USB connection ensures stable communication, and driver support for Windows, macOS and Linux enables broad compatibility. The flat design and low smart card contacting unit facilitate one-handed card operation, while the device meets a range of security and ergonomic standards relevant to service environments.

Suitable for

• Office workstations and data-entry desks requiring a full-size keyboard
• Service counters and terminals where secure PIN entry is needed
• Environments that use ISO 7816 smartcards and PC/SC-compatible readers
• Systems requiring wired USB connectivity for reliability

Key specifications

• Layout: QWERTY (US English)
• Keys: 109 (full-size, 100% with numeric keypad)
• Connection: Wired USB with 1.8 m cable
• Integrated smartcard reader: PC/SC compatible, ISO 7816 compliant
• Supported smartcard protocols: T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, S=10
• PIN entry: secure, dedicated support for PIN input
• Compatibility: driver support for Windows, macOS, Linux
• Physical: flat design with low smart card contacting unit; adjustable keyboard height
• Color: black

How to use

Connect the keyboard to an available USB port using the attached 1.8 m cable. Install or enable drivers for your operating system if required; the keyboard supports Windows, macOS and Linux. For smartcard functions, insert an ISO 7816-compliant card into the card slot until it contacts the reader. Follow on-screen prompts for PIN entry and authentication; the integrated reader is CCID-compatible and supports standard PC/SC workflows. Use the full-size layout and numeric keypad for regular typing and data-entry tasks.

Recommendations

For secure operation, use ISO 7816 smartcards and keep operating system smartcard middleware up to date. Place the keyboard on a stable, flat surface and adjust the keyboard height for ergonomic comfort according to workplace guidelines. In environments with strict security requirements, confirm compatibility of card-based applications with the reader protocols (T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, S=10) and ensure PIN entry is performed on the integrated terminal rather than external devices.