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Title: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 03, 2015, 09:53:48 PM
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg229/WWhiskey/cf7544e42edf008cb8b14fc9cda04a99_zpsa28a8312.jpg)
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg229/WWhiskey/8da07227c820ea281b65408de022646a_zps5ca4462d.jpg)

Lots of bells and whistles!  Going to be a few days figuring out how to make it all work! But it is sweet!
And works well, if just off line so far,,!
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: ebfd11 on February 03, 2015, 09:58:14 PM
Whiskey its a good stick but very light on construction... be very careful as I broke mine and they don't offer replacement for it.
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: Rolex on February 07, 2015, 08:56:41 PM
So, what's the verdict, WWiskey? How do you like it?

Can you set all functions within AH?
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: captain1ma on February 07, 2015, 09:20:53 PM
you should be ashamed for having all those buttons and switches!! LOL
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 07, 2015, 10:31:39 PM
So, what's the verdict, WWiskey? How do you like it?

Can you set all functions within AH?
I really like it,, very good control, lots of switches so yes, I think you can get everything in it!
The throttle is a little stiffer than I wanted, so out came the Velcro  but the stick itself is plenty heavy and stays put just fine!  And I've got it tuned as I did with my x-52 pro yet seem to have more Usable control but it's still early!
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: guncrasher on February 08, 2015, 12:37:54 AM
whisky the throttle has a knob that makes it easier to move back and forth look towards the left of the throttle and adjust.


semp
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: Rolex on February 08, 2015, 01:23:17 AM
What I meant was if your can set the functions of each button/switch/control from within AH, or do you need to use some intermediate software that comes with the set. Sorry, I wasn't very clear about that. Thanks for the review!
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 08, 2015, 09:10:52 AM
Guncrasher  I've spun that wheel both ways as far as it will go!

Rolex, it maps from AH map controls part of the clipboard just like all the others, hope that's what your asking!
I didn't download any extra software for it, I did look for an AH profile but found none, I bet some other players here who use it could put one together tho!
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: Rolex on February 08, 2015, 06:30:00 PM
Yes, that's the answer I was looking for. Thanks!
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: Sombra on February 09, 2015, 06:01:50 AM
Quote
you should be ashamed for having all those buttons and switches!! LOL

Switches at the base aside, the buttons on throttle and stick are necessary if you want to implement all the functions of a F-16. The Hotas Warthog, for example, is perfect for the A-10, but doesn't have a rotary for antenna elevation. "as many buttons as the real thing" sounds good, but ideally you want more buttons and levers! If I'm not mistaken, this joystick is the best in the market in that regard. Can "implement" any 4th gen. fighter.

... so that's what I would do if I were the OP, fly DCS A-10 and Falcon BMS to break in the buttons a little :)
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: mikev on February 09, 2015, 01:30:51 PM
   hehehehe no wonder us new players dont have a chance . wow nice cockpit WWhiskey
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: MrRiplEy[H] on February 09, 2015, 02:10:36 PM
   hehehehe no wonder us new players dont have a chance . wow nice cockpit WWhiskey

Don't worry I managed to obtain number 1 fighter position one tour with only a Microsoft Precision Pro twisty stick. It's about skill and grind, not the gear. Of course good gear helps.
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 09, 2015, 04:20:04 PM
   hehehehe no wonder us new players dont have a chance . wow nice cockpit WWhiskey
thanks sir! It is lots of fun to fly with all the bells and whistles ,, but as MrRipley points out,, the skills aren't in the tools but in the operator, and I get beaten regulary by guys with nothing hardly at all
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: mikev on February 09, 2015, 07:52:31 PM
well i started out with a mouse then  got my first Logitech 3d pro so far its not bad , and you guys are right  need to develop the skill first before i can move on to bigger and better things . still great looking cockpit .should start a thread  with pics to all the showoffs  hehehehehe p.s. i take it thats a whiskey coke in the glass hehehe
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 09, 2015, 08:50:01 PM
well i started out with a mouse then  got my first Logitech 3d pro so far its not bad , and you guys are right  need to develop the skill first before i can move on to bigger and better things . still great looking cockpit .should start a thread  with pics to all the showoffs  hehehehehe p.s. i take it thats a whiskey coke in the glass hehehe
correct sir!
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: The Fugitive on February 09, 2015, 09:18:33 PM
There is a thread around with a bunch of pictures. Heres the one I had for years.

(http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii253/maddogjoe_photos/simpit005.jpg) (http://s266.photobucket.com/user/maddogjoe_photos/media/simpit005.jpg.html)
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: mikev on February 10, 2015, 01:55:41 AM
oooooooooooooh  thats awesome Fugitive
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: wpeters on February 10, 2015, 11:13:39 AM
well i started out with a mouse then  got my first Logitech 3d pro so far its not bad , and you guys are right  need to develop the skill first before i can move on to bigger and better things . still great looking cockpit .should start a thread  with pics to all the showoffs  hehehehehe p.s. i take it thats a whiskey coke in the glass hehehe

I would get trackir instead of a fancy stick right away.
  That has helped me the most. 

 Whiskey how did you mount your stuff? I got the warthog
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 10, 2015, 12:43:34 PM
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg229/WWhiskey/a20536bb7995a76e2881027548dc137d_zps1ac642f7.jpg)

The stick isn't mounted, it's heavy enough to sit without,, the throttle is mounted with Velcro ,, my peddles are mounted to a wooden board.
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: wpeters on February 10, 2015, 01:28:15 PM
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg229/WWhiskey/a20536bb7995a76e2881027548dc137d_zps1ac642f7.jpg)

The stick isn't mounted, it's heavy enough to sit without,, the throttle is mounted with Velcro ,, my peddles are mounted to a wooden board.

Sorry I'll rephrase.  What are they mounted onto 😄
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: mikev on February 10, 2015, 01:51:11 PM
I would get trackir instead of a fancy stick right away.
  That has helped me the most. 


interesting,  after watching a few utube videos i can see where trackir could save me a few times if it is supported by the next AH3. until that is released i have to hold back to see if i need other upgrades. currently running 2 gigs video ram hoping this will be enough along with 16 gigs memory and 2 core 2.8 processor. i prefer to have the ability to use all the bells and whistles when the new version comes out without any issues or drop in fps . as of now i hold firm 60 fps   
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 10, 2015, 06:36:14 PM
Sorry I'll rephrase.  What are they mounted onto 😄
this desk

(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg229/WWhiskey/game%20stuff%20and%20other/table.jpg)
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: BuckShot on February 10, 2015, 08:46:28 PM
Wow. Very nice.

What's the make and model of that desk?
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on February 10, 2015, 08:53:11 PM
I've forgoten just now but it'll show,up if you do a search for flight desks
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: wpeters on February 11, 2015, 11:25:16 AM
I've forgoten just now but it'll show,up if you do a search for flight desks

Awesome
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: Mano on April 19, 2015, 06:29:20 PM
Flight Desk ---> Awesome. :D

Just ordered the X-55.

I have used the X-52 Pro for a very long time and I'm starting to have issues with views. :)


 :salute
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: mikev on April 19, 2015, 07:20:34 PM
yup WWhiskey  sold me on this stick as well


(http://i237.photobucket.com/albums/ff115/MAVADAKIN_2007/2015-04-19%2019.05.55.jpg)[/URL]
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: WWhiskey on April 20, 2015, 08:57:08 AM
Glad you liked it,, I've been using mine with Track IR and it's great!  But I need to get back to playing soon, I've been messing with my other toy for a while now, here's a video from this last weekend.
http://youtu.be/akzU3t0oZYM
Title: Re: I'm overwhelmed x55 rhino
Post by: mikev on April 20, 2015, 12:41:00 PM
ha WWhiskey yup sold me on trackir as well.  got the stick the trackir 5 and the blue lighted 10  hub  powered usb as well..