Ultra Precision Joystick Controller BU0836A

True 12-bit resolution

8 analog axes, 32 buttons, hat switch

Suitable for converting gameport devices to USB, retrofitting existing gaming devices or building your own from scratch.

Fully supported by Windows and Mac OS X.

   Specifications

• 8 analog inputs with 12-bit (4096 steps) resolution each
• 32 buttons
• 8-way ‘point-of-view’ hat switch
• Very compact - 2.2"×1.25" (55×32mm)

   Features

• Supported by Windows Vista/XP/2000/Me/98 and Mac OS X
Forget drivers - just plug it in and it's ready to go.
• Unique serial number makes Windows remember each device
Ever unplugged a joystick and had Windows lose calibration settings?
This controller keeps settings even if plugged in a different USB port.
Or if you use two and swap them over. Or 16 of them!
• Analog inputs filtering
Digital processing removes noise from axes position reports while preserving extremely fast response.
• Powered from USB bus
Simply attach pots and/or buttons and plug in USB cable
• Full-speed 12Mb USB connection
500 position updates per second for each input and button
• Custom versions for OEMs
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At no extra cost. Contact me via email below.

   How to use

• Buttons and switches are connected either as...
  full 6x6 matrix
  • connects to six ROWS and six COLUMNS pins on the controller...
  • ..with diodes if there will be 3 or more contacts activated simultaneously, e.g. if you use ON/OFF switches
  • ..no diodes if buttons used only momentarily like most joysticks
  • First 32 buttons are standard buttons
  • Last 4 contacts make up 8-direction point-of-view hat (coolie) switch
  • Literally any diodes can be used - 1N4148 or 1N4004 are good ones
  or simplified direct connection to any of GND pins
  • connect up to 12 buttons or switches
  • no diodes are needed even with switches or toggle buttons
  • no configuration needed to use either connection method
• Compatible with any game that uses joystick - MS Flight Simulator, X-Plane, rFactor, LFS, etc
• Uses standard Windows gaming device calibration. If necessary, curves and deadzones can be tweaked with DIView
• Feel free to use two or more devices if 8 axis or 32 buttons is not enough
• Use other sensors with 0..+5v output, e.g. ratiometric magnetic Hall sensors. You may use spare +5V and Gnd pins for power (up to 100mA)
• Eight 3-pin and two 6-pin connectors are included with each controller. Pin header has standard 0.1" (2.54mm) pitch
• Simple utility allows to invert axes and increase resolution for pots with small movement range
• Please use support forum or email to ask questions

   Construction tips

• What to do with unused inputs?
  • Unconnected buttons will appear as not pressed - just ignore them
  • Unused analog inputs are automatically disabled. They will reappear as soon pots are connected and BU0836A is powered up. In other words, if they are not connected - you will not see them
• Which pots are the best?
  • Any value from 1kOhm to 100kOhm will work fine. If you don't know where to start, get 10kOhm ones
  • Use linear pots (taper B.) Avoid non-linear, log pots with tapers A, D or Y used in audio level controls
  • Any pot will work but the best ones are industrial quality from Spectrol (Vishay) and Bourns. They have life expectancy of few million shaft revolutions. I keep a small stock - please email me for information.
  • Good wiring helps! For ultimately clean signal don't share +5V and GND signals between pots. Connect each pot with its own set of three wires.
  • If you can vary your mechanical construction try to use as much of pot travel range as possible.

   What happens when you buy one (or more)?

1. Payment is processed by PayPal
You do not need a PayPal account - credit card payments are accepted too. They are made in your local currency. You will receive a PayPal receipt via email. PayPal processes the payment and sends me only your name, e-mail, shipment address and comments (if you put any.)

2. Order is shipped in 2-3 business days
BU0836 is always in stock! It is shipped worldwide from the UK with Royal Mail Airmail. It is insured, so if mail is lost you are guaranteed a replacement (or refund if you wish so). Lost mail is extremely rare. Typical delivery time is about a week to the US and Europe but may take longer for South America, Asia, etc. As soon as you have paid for the order, it is in the system and will be shipped promptly. If you need to cancel it or change delivery address you need to send me an email quickly.
3. You will get confirmation that the order has shipped
PayPal will email a notice when the package has been shipped.
4. Warranty and support
BU0836 is easy to use and almost impossible to destroy. But if something happens to it - just let me know and we will sort it out!

You are always welcome to ask questions or send comments.

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Simple configuration utility. Download

Analog input modes