Author Topic: anyone have a freedom 2.4 joystick? (Read 501 times)

68slayr · « **on:** March 27, 2006, 07:19:48 AM »

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.

fuzeman · « **Reply #1 on:** March 27, 2006, 09:24:47 AM »

Try new batteries?
I hear diging up 5 year old posts really screws up your setup.

68slayr · « **Reply #2 on:** March 27, 2006, 04:03:51 PM »

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

Ack-Ack · « **Reply #3 on:** March 27, 2006, 07:13:55 PM »

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

68slayr · « **Reply #4 on:** March 27, 2006, 07:54:27 PM »

I think it's dead

But it has a 1 year warrenty and i've only had it 3 months

Max · « **Reply #5 on:** March 28, 2006, 08:03:52 AM »

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Originally posted by 68slayr
I think it's dead 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!

68slayr · « **Reply #6 on:** March 28, 2006, 07:48:08 PM »

Does the cheaper one have trottle control? Thank you for the suggestions:aok

Max · « **Reply #7 on:** March 28, 2006, 09:32:36 PM »

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Originally posted by 68slayr
Does the cheaper one have trottle control? Thank you for the suggestions:aok

Yes, it does.

68slayr · « **Reply #8 on:** March 29, 2006, 07:19:49 AM »

Thank you

Max · « **Reply #9 on:** March 29, 2006, 10:20:34 AM »

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

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

Goomba · « **Reply #10 on:** March 31, 2006, 08:23:07 AM »

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.

68slayr · « **Reply #11 on:** April 01, 2006, 09:31:26 AM »

Thaks for the suggestions