Pi-KVM (zero) case

Case for Pi-KVM with raspberry pi zero with hdmi-to-csi bridge and oled-display.

The connectors on the side are for the host-connection (hdmi and (micro)usb). There is a switch soldered in the VCC-line between the microusb port and OTG port on the pi. Its recommended to leave this switch disconnected and power the pi with a normal power supply (or powerbank). It is possible to power the pi from the host-usb port by closing the switch, so there is no need for extra power. But be warned, this use-case is outside specification and can cause damage in some cases.

BOM:

• Raspberry pi zero with PiKVM on SD card
• 0.96" OLED-Display (with soldered pinheader-adapter, see picture)
• HMDI-to-CSI bridge with cable
• 4pcs M3x30 screws
• Custom pcb with soldered micro-usb adapter and switch to disconnect 5V line (directly soldered on the usb port with OTG)
• Standard USB-A to Micro-USB cable to connect and emulate keyboard, mouse and usb drive from pi-kvm

There are no schematics available. Use the pictures and pinout diagrams to solder everything together. You should know what you are doing, otherwise it is recommended to buy a full pikvm HAT.

The first part of assembly is a bit fiddly. Place the displayholder in the correct orientation and slide the display in place (see picrure). After that insert the pi in an angle to bring the usb ports in place and turn it horrizontally and attach it to the display. It is possible to use double sided tape to hold the display in place. Double check if the display is attached to the correct pins on the header. Once the Pi is in position, the rest of the assembly is a breeze. After the assembly is finished, use a tweezer or small screw driver to lift the display from the pinheader until it is flush with the case.