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General Forums => Hardware and Software => Topic started by: JimBear on August 18, 2005, 01:42:19 PM

Title: CH Users
Post by: JimBear on August 18, 2005, 01:42:19 PM

Finally kicking the kitty to the curb and having used the X36 - X45 sticks from Saitek, I am looking to buy a set from CH Products.
Are there any reccomendations for a good setup and maybe if you would share the reason why you use them It would be appreciated.  
Right now the only thing I have that works as advertised is a set of Hoffman Pedals (usb)

Title: CH Users
Post by: Shaky on August 18, 2005, 09:33:41 PM

I use the full CH set up, fighterstick, prothrottle, and propedals. They're all USB.

Just install the CH software and plug em in and yer all set. AH sees all the axis' and switches in native mode, all ya gotta do is tell AH what you want em to do. Took me an hour to set up, and that was with being unfamilar with the AH program as well as the new sticks.

I do just about everything I need to do in the air HOTAS, hands never need to leave the sticks. The only annoying thing was the 8 way hat on the fighterstick is tough to reach when your hand is in a comfortable position. For awhile I used the 8 way hat on the throttle for views, but eventually build up the hand rest on the stick about an inch (I love duct tape) to make it easier for my thumb to hit the 8 way on the stick.

Title: CH Users
Post by: JimBear on August 19, 2005, 09:00:26 PM

Thanks for the feedback Shaky

Title: CH Users
Post by: BTW on August 19, 2005, 09:28:28 PM

If the x45 throttle is still working, there's no reason to junk it.
I use the ch pro flight stick, ch pro peddals, and x45 throttle. You just have to put the x45 stick out of the way on the desk.

Title: CH Users
Post by: Grits on August 19, 2005, 09:34:28 PM

I use the CH manager software to set my buttons because if you ever remove the controlers and put them back in, you have to reprogram them in AH if they are not in the same order. With the CH Manager software it loads my setup at bootup.

Title: CH Users
Post by: 345 on August 19, 2005, 11:02:18 PM

I have the CH Fighter stick and Throttle Quadrant with a set of SIMPED Vario-pro rudders.  I like the SIMPED rudders better then the CHs as the SIMPED has a wider stance and a build quality that is very good. You have to get them shipped from Germany but if your not in a hurry it isn't to expensive.

The Throttle Quadrant is great as when I'm flying a single engine bird I can map all my trims to three of the levers and have RPM and manifold on two others leaving me with one extra lever for flaps. When in a two engine plane(mainly 38 or mossie) I switch it to use the first four levers for the engine controls and the last two for pitch and roll trim and use the side to side on one of the fighter stick hats for rudder trim.

The extra buttons on the front of the Quadrant are good for things like individual breaks, gear, and dive flaps. Its much more imersive to be useing switches instead of buttons and mulitple levers.

Title: CH Users
Post by: Eagler on August 19, 2005, 11:17:31 PM

doesn't the saitek x-line offer more programming options than the CH line?

Title: CH Users
Post by: straffo on August 20, 2005, 03:09:09 AM

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Originally posted by Eagler
doesn't the saitek x-line offer more programming options than the CH line?

No, for example in the CH you can make a "chord" with 3 button to start a command.
Example if I press B1 + B2 + throttle B2 , I eject (Enter 3 times) , then if I press  this same sequence asecond time  it open the chute and lastly if I press it type ".ef" :)

Title: CH Users
Post by: HL117 on August 21, 2005, 10:04:20 PM

I have used CH products for years and love them, still have the analog versions,
..I will have to agree that I find the grip a little large causes you to have to reach for the upper hat switch which is alittle anoying while flying............

Title: CH Users
Post by: StarOfAfrica2 on August 21, 2005, 10:19:55 PM

Many years old CH analog gear here too.  I dont use the throttle, just a Flightstick Pro and Pro Pedals.  Personally, the stick is perfect for me, but then I've been using it a long time.  Durability and the lack of the dead zone in the middle have firmed up my commitment to keeping this combo alive as long as possible.  I am very comfortable with the simple yet ergonomic stick design, and plain, straightforward button placement and functionality.

Title: CH Users
Post by: FOGOLD on August 22, 2005, 01:11:11 AM

If you struggle toreach the hat, program the hat to the throttle and use your thumb. I soon got used to it.

Title: CH Users
Post by: HL117 on August 22, 2005, 10:44:23 AM

I did just what FOGOLD suggested and it has worked for me many years ........I will have to admit I had a Thrustmaster Hotas setup before the CH equip. and it worked well , it was analog also , busted the joystick in a passionate dogfight and decided to try the CH products after that , the CH button assignment program seemed much easier that the Thrustmaster at the time , but the stick ergonomics did seem to feel better  for me.