Docking computer malfunction

[Sneakytiger]

if i buy from amazon i always buy the new, never the used, yes u pay a little extra but at least u know its not 2nd hand

[Twyst]

Seconded.  Remember, you're giving them good money so expect good new and sealed objects.  Unless it was marked as second hand.

if i buy from amazon i always buy the new, never the used, yes u pay a little extra but at least u know its not 2nd hand

In the case of my soundcard, it was definitely a new item, but from an amazon shop rather than amazon itself.
On the other hand, it was markedly cheaper than elsewhere at the time.

[Ranualf]

That's why i reported the seller to Amazon, they are advertising them as New unused items, not 2nd hand.

I am aware of the consumer good act, and that the security seal is proof of tamper free handling, thus this is why i complained to both the seller and the marketplace owner (Amazon).

Now just awaiting my refund so i can buy one else where...

[Ranualf]

New x55 rhino ordered...

So "hopefully" i`ll be online for friday... do not hold your breath...

also ordered directly from saitek.. so there should be a seal!

[Ranualf]

New X55 arrived yesterday.. /CHEERS

Set it up, profiled it, and had a "teething issue" with the joystick- did some trouble shooting, and got it sorted..

However, in game software seems to have a small issue with my thruster control unit.. Specifically a power band "dead zone" from about 35% throttle to 70%ish throttle, meaning its push, pull, push pull in order to set a mid range speed (going to keybind something speeds)

to make it worse, when docked, upon clamp release i usually start to reverse, immediately great fun in a large ship!

Anyhow i went out in the asp to fix the issues, then took the anaconda out for a good old fight jolly, and earned 1.5 mill in the short time that was left on the mission!

We`ll see how it performs today.

TLDR

Thruster block control unit misbehaving, has deadband issue mid speed...
I have performed several profile tests, and attunements for the pc- inc the saitek software- everything seems fine, just in game is misbehaves... /headscratching :ranting2:

[albert]

If you use a mid point forward reverse throttle setup then a 10% deadzone makes it easier to hit zero but that's in direct mode without using the Saitek software just raw mappings in game. I felt the control software was plain and simple rubbish.

It's possible to do a DIY mid point sensor, i.e. some physical marker so you know when you're at zero. Worth a shot. Sound like the stick you got this time is actually technically fine.

[Ranualf]

I felt the control software was plain and simple rubbish..

Aye your spot on man!

Oldie suggested last night that i uninstall the Saitek software as it may be interfering with the elite control software..So it got deleted, I reinstalled the drivers, and set it up from scratch...

BEHOLD IT NOW WORKS!

So yea, the saitek software "may" be good for other stuff, but it is PANTS FOR ELITE!

[Ranualf]

SIGH.........

The 3rd x55 Rhino from Saitek has decided to glitch out- seems that the yaw sensors inside it have has too many happy pills and are jumping all over the place....
Needless to say i am rather unimpressed with the overall build quality of their items, seems that since saitek took over from Mad Catz, the QC has gone out of the window.

I did the usual- check connections, check drivers- remove & reinstall drivers... run a reconfiguration on the joystick- BEHOLD in the configuration window, the + in the middle of the box is jumping all over like a bag of lemmings with firecrackers tied to their tails... when it should be dead centre and not moving at all. Additionally it is not sensing any twist yaw...

Currently i am in talks with saitek- to say i`m "miffed" about the situation is a slight understatement, having spent a fair bit of cash on this thing, not once, twice, but 3 times is trying my patience....

So i`ll be off line again until its resolved

Annoyed CMDR Ran.. grrr

[albert]

That defies belief. I know joysticks are rather unreliable beasts as technology goes but 3 premium level HOTAS is real bad luck.

Suggest the CH Products Fighterstick and Pro Throttle as a replacement

[BrotherTobious]

That does surprise me mate mines be rock solid. And I am sorry for recommending them to you

Sent from my Nexus 5

[Gorion]

Needless to say i a rather unimpressed with the overall build quality of their items, seems that since saitek took over from Mad Catz, the QC has gone out of the window.

Unfortunately, this is the sad reality of the issue.

Do not buy Saitek stuff.  It's a roll of the dice now.

It's either CH products as albert said (no twist though and fairly unattractive), or Thrustmaster.  I just got myself a T16000m after reading tons of favorable reviews, especially on its hall sensor.

I do hope that SC didn't choose Saitek as their hotas partner..

[Ranualf]

Yea, well we`ll see what happens when the refund get back...

TBH i AM rather annoyed, as they are supposed to be a "premium product" but like loads of people have said on the various forums, it seems that their reputation means nothing and as such are willing to use dirt cheap components that break easily..

And Gorion is spot on, its just luck of the draw if you get a good one/ cak one... seems i have crap dice rolls

[Sneakytiger]

never had any problems with my x52 pro but i guess i got mine before they got bought out.

[albert]

never had any problems with my x52 pro but i guess i got mine before they got bought out.

You've had you joystick since 2007? Madcatz bought Saitek nearly a decade ago so I think legacy QC issues may have died out by now.

Have you tried it in multiple rigs Ran?

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[Sneakytiger]

Guess the build quality on the x52 is better than the x55 then