Zodiac - Keyboard card type 5V - R0683000

Zodiac – Keyboard card type 5V – R0683000

The Zodiac Keyboard Card Type 5V (R0683000) is a genuine OEM replacement control board designed for use with Zodiac automated pool systems. This keyboard card serves as the primary user interface component within compatible Zodiac control units, enabling the operator to input commands, adjust settings, and manage pool equipment functions such as filtration cycles, lighting, and sanitisation schedules. As an official Zodiac spare part, it is engineered to meet the exact electrical and mechanical specifications of the original factory-fitted component, ensuring seamless integration and reliable long-term performance.

The card operates at 5V, which distinguishes it from the related 3V variant (R0683100). This voltage specification is critical for compatibility: installing the incorrect voltage variant can result in malfunction or damage to the control unit. The keyboard card interfaces directly with the main control board of the automation system, transmitting user inputs via a dedicated connector layout that matches the original wiring harness. The board is constructed to withstand the demanding environment of pool plant rooms, including exposure to humidity and chemical vapours typical of these installations.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

This keyboard card is referenced across Zodiac’s official REACh regulatory documentation and Declaration of Conformity publications, confirming its status as a current and supported component within the Zodiac product range. It is identified under the part number R0683000 and is specifically designated as the 5V variant of the keyboard card series — a designation that must be verified against the existing control unit before ordering. The 3V variant carries part number R0683100, and these two parts are not interchangeable. Zodiac automation systems using this card type include models from the VX series and related product families; customers are advised to consult the model list available from Zodiac Pool Care or refer to their control unit documentation to confirm compatibility before purchase.

Suitability and application

This replacement keyboard card is intended for pool owners, pool technicians, and service engineers who need to restore full functionality to a Zodiac automated pool control system where the original keyboard card has become faulty, damaged, or unresponsive. It is suitable for use in both residential and light commercial pool installations where a Zodiac automation system with a compatible keyboard card interface is already installed. Because this is a precision electronic spare part requiring correct voltage matching and proper handling, installation should ideally be carried out by a qualified pool technician or electrician familiar with Zodiac control systems. This part is not a universal upgrade component — it is a like-for-like replacement designed to restore the system to its original operating condition.