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General Forums => Hardware and Software => Topic started by: Enduro on July 07, 2007, 03:22:53 PM

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: Enduro on July 07, 2007, 03:22:53 PM

Hi, guys.

I've enjoyed my Thrustmaster Top Gun Afterburner II for about a couple years, now.  Over the last few weeks, though, I've noticed problems that are getting progressively worse.

My stick and throttle are spiking.  The throttle is getting especially worse--during the fight, I can actually hear my engine throttle down for a few moments, then, firewall again without my input.  lol -- sucks.  

I see all axes and the throttle wavering both in Windows XP and in Aces High.

I'm assuming that the problem is with the stick itself.  But, thought I'd ask if anyone here thinks it's the drivers behind my USB ports on this ancient computer (several years old).

Not sure if I should go buy a new stick or that Belkin USB Hub (http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=159070)  that someone else was recommending a few months ago.

Thanks for your input.

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: gpwurzel on July 07, 2007, 03:38:22 PM

Sounds to me like your stick is popping its clogs fella...........powered hubs are good for ensuring your sticks aren't causing snags with your usb onboard ports.....the spiking will be your pots etc dying.....could try increasing the dampening, but that will only help so much.....personally i'd by both.....powered hub and a new stick.....but thats just me.....lol


Wurzel

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: Enduro on July 07, 2007, 03:47:53 PM

lol.  i figured as much...guess i just needed to hear someone else say it.  now, if i hear any *****in' after i go spend $150 on new gear, i can say that you made me do it.  :D

j/k.  thanks.  i think you're right.

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: gpwurzel on July 07, 2007, 04:31:17 PM

Help yourself blaming me fella, everyone I work with does that...lol...:aok

Good luck with the new stick.....


Wurzel

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: Brooke on July 08, 2007, 12:54:06 AM

I've had spikiness that was solved with a powered USB hub.  You could try a powered USB hub first (as they are probably about $40 or less and are useuful to have even if you end up getting new other equipment later).  I'd get a D-Link or Belkin powered hub or some other name brand rather than a cheapie no-name band.

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: Enduro on July 08, 2007, 02:44:40 AM

Alright, thanks for the input guys.  

Normally, I would've played it safe by trying the least expensive option first (trying the hub), but seeing how badly my stick was spiking, I figured it's time to go with the gear.

I purchased a CH fighterstick today.  And, I'm waiting for a CH throttle & CH pedals to arrive later this week.

It's Wurzel's fault that I'm a lot poorer now.  ;)

j/k...I look forward to trying out the new gear.

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: gpwurzel on July 08, 2007, 03:10:43 PM

Good luck with the new stick fella, waiting on delivery of full set of ch gear myself.......roll on friday........

:aok

Wurzel

Title: Joystick Problem or USB Port Problem?
Post by: Enduro on July 08, 2007, 03:26:24 PM

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Originally posted by gpwurzel
Good luck with the new stick fella, waiting on delivery of full set of ch gear myself.......roll on friday........

:aok

Wurzel

ah, nice!  Good luck to you, as well, with the new gear.  :)

i've already tried the fighterstick offline.  it feels nice, but i'd like a bit more tension in movement.  and, there is no way to fight effectively with just the stick.

let us know how the gear works for you once you get it.