Machsupport Forum
Mach Discussion => General Mach Discussion => Topic started by: LAMEIII on March 31, 2011, 12:34:15 PM
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I understand a joystick can be used under Mach3. My question is whether it needs to be a specific type and whether it can be connected to the computer with a USB connection. I hope this isn't to basic of a question from this newbie who should have delivery of his machine very soon.
Lameiii
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USB joysticks work just fine.
I personally use a Logitech game pad but I have borrowed my sons Microsoft joystick as well.
Mike
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Mike,
I appreciate the information. Since I've never been into gaming I going to buy a Microsoft compatible joystick.
I was also wondering when using the joystick on the x and Y, axis can I move the router slowly or will it simply speed to the end of the axis?
Can the joystick also work on the Z axis?
Lameiii
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The joystick moves are proportional.
I am pretty sure that the Z can be moved by the joystick but it all depends on how you set it up.
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Thanks for your reply Mike. I hope to pick up the joystick next week. I'll let you know if I can get it to control the Z axis.
Lameiii
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I'm interested in a joystick too. TOTALLYRC, does proportional mean that with a small move of the joystick it moves slowly and the more extreme over it goes the faster the move?
Thanks,
Dwight
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Hi Rolex,
Yes it does, the farther you the stick the faster it goes. IIRC
Mike
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Cool, thank you Mike.