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Re: USB Joystick adapter is here!
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Originally Posted by Mike Copioli
You are correct. The Chicklet will support ANY HID device. The only limitation is what we (CTRE) introduce. You are also correct in your statement about mapping the inputs. However we have solved this issue by implementing functionality that allows the USER to select the configuration of the game pad and x-box controller. The logitech game pad, for example. The user will be able to select from one of two modes.

Mode 1: 4 digital buttons selectable by the user and 4 analog axis(x,y & x,y)

Mode 2: 12 digital channels and 2 analog axis (y,y)

Also, any device that is not yet supported can be added.
Very cool... ...very clever too.

My memory is a bit rusty, but I think that each joystick port on the OI only has 4 switches and 2 analog channels. How do you get 4 analog channels (in mode 1) or 12 digital channels (in mode 2) plumbed to the OI? You must have an adaptor/harness???

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