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Help and Support Forums => Help and Training => Topic started by: 68slayr on March 27, 2006, 07:19:48 AM
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My joystick stopped working and i've done everything i can thiink of ...anyone have any suggestions?
It's a freedom 2.4 cordless joystick.
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Try new batteries?
I hear diging up 5 year old posts really screws up your setup.
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didn't work:cry It says the joystick and the reciever thing aren't connecting. I tried the reconnect button but it didn't work:(
Thanks anyway
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If you can, try it on another computer and see if Windows will recognize it. If it still fails to work on a 2nd computer then most likely it's dead.
ack-ack
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I think it's dead :cry But it has a 1 year warrenty and i've only had it 3 months :)
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Originally posted by 68slayr
I think it's dead :cry But it has a 1 year warrenty and i've only had it 3 months :)
That sounds about right when it comes to Logitech gaming gear - it STINKS.
If you have 9 mos left on your warranty, read the fine print as to who's responsible for fixing/replacing it.
If you're limited on cash, think about a Saitek Evo ($35) which will provide you rudder control via a twist handle stick, 8-way views and a decent amount of input buttons. If you're nearby a Best Buy, Comp USA, etc buy it there and be sure to buy a replacement warranty...should any problems arise, return it and they'll replace it on the spot.
If you have $100 - $300 to spend think about a Saitek X52 HOTAS or CH Products Fighterstick USB, Throttle USB & Pro Peds USB. It will last for years to come.
Good luck!
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Does the cheaper one have trottle control? Thank you for the suggestions:aok
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Originally posted by 68slayr
Does the cheaper one have trottle control? Thank you for the suggestions:aok
Yes, it does.
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Thank you :aok
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One word of caution...the Saitek Evo...while being a great value at $35 (CompUSA price) are known to sometimes develop "nose bounce" and drift after a couple of months...others last indefinately. That's where your replacement warranty comes in handy :D
Also, if you buy the EVO, you can map the axis inputs, hat views and input controls directly in AH...the set-up software Saitek provides requires a degree in rocket science :rofl
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68,
I'd suggest, as Max seems to, that you do what you need to for now, but start putting a little something away for a proper CH setup. Obviously start with your stick, then decide if you want the other goodies.
For me...no other product lasts at all. I know they're pricey, but I prefer to cry just once every 5 years or so, instead of every few months. Hell, I gave my last one to my buddy when I got a new rig, and he's using it now in AH, and the thing is at least 7 years old.
If you spend anything more than a few hours a month, you'll want the best. And skip CH Manager. Some can do wonders with it, but for me, it just interfered with everything.
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Thaks for the suggestions