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controller for quadriplegic
RetroJames:
All, here is a quick update -
Hiub1 did some testing with the pelican stick. It does not appear to be a true analog joystick and it is apparently a bit chincy. Hiub1 did some preliminary testing with the gamepad analog joystick and it appears we can use a true analog joystick fom Happs. ( http://www.happcontrols.com/joysticks/50287600.htm ) We can then use two of the analog sticks and two ultimate 4 ways from Happs.
He is speaking with a happs rep on a related issue and we should know more today or tommorow. I have yet to open the pelican or gamepad I recieved, which is good as we may be returning those items, certainly the pelican is going back.
I still need to finish the revised plans and mockup, and have a three day weekend comming up so that should give me the time needed to reach those milestones.
It looks like the offer for the account at Happs is going to pay off big as those analog sticks are not cheap. They will however be very durable and should serve the purpose well for a long time.
Sean if your out there drop one of us a line so we know all is well and Sea Monkey if you are able to visit, let us know. Arcadiac reminded me that when someone with disabilites moves it can take a good deal longer to get settled in so I am assumming Sean is busy getting situated.
Also, right now we are planning to purchase the following from Happs -
4 pushbuttons
2 ultimate 4 way sticks
2 ultimate analog sticks
That will leave us with about $75-$100 on account (minus shipping fees) so if there is anything else anyone sees we may need from happs, please chime in before we order.
Thanks!
walls83:
wow everybody is doing a fantastic job. I just have one question about the 4 ways. Why not get the 4-8 ways you know the one you can change back and fourth. Im sure you guys have this all figured out I was just asking for myself.
Once again great job on getting all this togther. You guys rock
Hiub1:
You know, now that I think about it, it will probably be a better idea to use an 8way for the d-pad movement since some games do require you to move diagonally. I think the competition stick is also a bit better quality than the ultimates. I will look further into this, and I have sent an email to the Happs rep and I should be getting an answer tonight or tomorrow morning.
RetroJames:
We might also consider the Universal stick to allow switching back and forth - http://www.happcontrols.com/joysticks/50604800.htm
walls83:
isnt there a stick that has a little lever on the top of the mounting plate that lets you move it to a 4 or 8 way?