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Unread 11-02-2005, 17:45
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Re: using a ps2 controller

i am not sure about a ps2 controller but i know how to use a psone controller and maybe this will help.

basically the 2 thumb pads are essentially tiny joysticks (each one has 2 100k pots) the best way that i have seen to hook that up to the OI is to take the controller apart and solder new leads to the output of those pots and then solder them to a db connector. since both joysticks given in the kit and the pots in the ps1 controller are the same rating this simple trick works...just make sure you check to make sure that your connectors are going to the right pin-outs of the db connector. there are diagrams of the joysticks available online.

hope this helps



note: this required board level soldering so becareful and take your time if you attempt this.
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