Zodiac - Keyboard card type 2 - R0691300

Zodiac – Keyboard card type 2 – R0691300

The Zodiac Keyboard Card Type 2 (R0691300) is a genuine OEM replacement keypad interface card designed for compatible Zodiac pool control systems. This component serves as the user-facing input board that allows the operator to interact with the control unit, entering commands, adjusting settings, and navigating system menus. As a direct replacement part, it restores full functionality to a control system where the original keyboard card has failed, become unresponsive, or suffered damage from moisture, corrosion, or age-related wear.

The keyboard card connects directly to the main control unit electronics and is matched to the specific interface logic of Type 2 Zodiac control systems. Replacing this card is a targeted repair that avoids the cost of replacing the entire control unit, making it a practical and economical solution for service professionals and technically confident pool owners alike.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

The R0691300 is specifically identified as a Type 2 keyboard card, distinguishing it from the Type 1 variant used in other Zodiac control system generations. This typing ensures correct electrical and software compatibility with the corresponding control unit. According to official Zodiac documentation and declaration records, this part is referenced alongside Zodiac EP-series and CX-series pool equipment control units, indicating its application within automated pool management systems that handle filtration, heating, dosing, and ancillary functions.

Being a genuine Zodiac spare part, R0691300 is manufactured to the original specification, ensuring that connector pinouts, membrane contact layers, and communication protocols match the factory design exactly. Third-party alternatives may not provide the same level of compatibility or longevity. Installation typically involves opening the control unit enclosure, disconnecting the existing keyboard ribbon or connector assembly, and securing the new card in place — a procedure best carried out by a qualified pool technician.

Suitability and application

This keyboard card is intended for use in Zodiac automated pool control systems that use the Type 2 interface, including certain EP-series and CX-series models. It is suitable for both residential and light-commercial pool installations where a Zodiac centralized control unit manages pool operations. If your Zodiac control unit displays a blank keypad, unresponsive buttons, or intermittent input failures, replacing the keyboard card with this genuine part is the recommended first diagnostic step. Always verify your control unit model against the official Zodiac compatibility list to confirm that the Type 2 card is the correct variant for your installation before ordering.