Author Topic: Sneak Preview: New Trackball from Ultimarc (Read 28005 times)

AndyWarne · « **on:** February 02, 2008, 06:12:51 am »

Lets face it, nobody likes trackball mounting plates! Nor the effort in crafting a panel which does not need one, with a conventional trackball. Well soon they will be banished to history!

A few weeks away yet as this it the production prototype. These will be available with white solid, and red and neutral translucent balls. Either for connection to Opti-PAC/Mini-PAC or with a new USB 2.0 interface.
We own full tooling and production of these units so expect the price to be very competitive also.
Been so busy developing new stuff that we don't have a name for this yet. Any suggestions welcome! Any winner whose suggestion is adopted can choose $100 worth of stuff from our store.

Orclord · « **Reply #1 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:26:40 am »

Ulti-Trac.....

patrickl · « **Reply #2 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:44:25 am »

Good idea.

What's the size of the ball?

I'd call it High-Ball or Tall-Ball

Franco B · « **Reply #3 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:31:19 am »

Ulti-mount trackball

waveryder · « **Reply #4 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:38:54 am »

The "EZ-M Trackball"

DaOld Man · « **Reply #5 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:45:42 am »

I think this is a great idea. I already have a trackball I plan to use on my project coming this spring, but if the price is right I may shelf it and use one of these.
As far as a name, Im not too good with things like that, but "Stealth Track" comes to mind...

Orclord · « **Reply #6 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:57:23 am »

Hmmmmm....

Throwing them together....

The Ulti-Trac EasyMount

Turnarcades · « **Reply #7 on:** February 02, 2008, 08:28:00 am »

Flush-ball? Flush-Trak? E-Z Trak?

Fozzy The Bear · « **Reply #8 on:** February 02, 2008, 08:37:06 am »

Quote from: AndyWarne on February 02, 2008, 06:12:51 am

Neat Idea Andy..... At first I thought you'd just had a new top injection molded to fit the betson, but then I realised that you'd have to make the mechanics of it fit higer in the bottom case as well.... Very good! Not sure how the encoder wheels fit unless they are somehow geared from the rollers. Do they still spin well with the additional friction??

Best Regards,
Julian (Fozzy The Bear)

Franco B · « **Reply #9 on:** February 02, 2008, 08:38:04 am »

Quote from: Orclord on February 02, 2008, 07:57:23 am

Hmmmmm....

Throwing them together....

The Ulti-Trac EasyMount

Me and waveryder want thirds on that one

kowal · « **Reply #10 on:** February 02, 2008, 09:07:33 am »

name Easy Mount is not correct. He does not require mountplante only, but still requires screwing. Screwing - negation Easy Mount

easy mount is top mount. This Trackball has the same assembly how korean joysticks. Korean joysticks are not type easy mount. Easy mount:
iL -Universal Stick
Turobo Twist spiner
Bao Lian Easy Mount

RTM trackball (Ready to Mount)

Orclord · « **Reply #11 on:** February 02, 2008, 09:10:34 am »

You could glue it....

That would be easy....

kowal · « **Reply #12 on:** February 02, 2008, 09:23:42 am »

in MDF you still need mountplante:P - edges of hole
this will make easy in panels from metal and lexan or very hard wood

in MDF you still need mountplante/bezel, how near lock:P

waveryder · « **Reply #13 on:** February 02, 2008, 09:29:45 am »

Clearly it is for easy mounting into a wood CP. A couple of counter sunk bolts and your away! Not everybody has access to router, workshop, etc. Some of us are stuck with just a jigsaw and sandpaper

. I still say "EZ-M" it looks damn issue to install in a panel to me

Cornchip · « **Reply #14 on:** February 02, 2008, 09:33:00 am »

Ultimarc I-Ball

Zebidee · « **Reply #15 on:** February 02, 2008, 11:33:55 am »

There are some great name ideas here, but how about "Ultimarc EasyTrack"?

FhM · « **Reply #16 on:** February 02, 2008, 11:39:48 am »

Looks great I cant wait! Its release should hopfully coincide with when I will have some funds available

genesim · « **Reply #17 on:** February 02, 2008, 11:50:26 am »

Is this thing the size of a button? If it is, then how about the Ultraroll mini. Or Ultrarolltrak.

I hope it is small though. This could bypass the hurdle of playing dual spinner games, and having easy mounting.

genesim · « **Reply #18 on:** February 02, 2008, 11:55:19 am »

Ultrasphere. Spheretrak.

Avrus · « **Reply #19 on:** February 02, 2008, 12:00:57 pm »

Ulti-Mount Flushball or just Ulti-Mount Trackball. Ooo, the Ulti-Marc TallBall.

Level42 · « **Reply #20 on:** February 02, 2008, 12:07:54 pm »

UltiBall

shardian · « **Reply #21 on:** February 02, 2008, 12:20:19 pm »

I think someone mentioned it already, but I'll detail it again. What would seal the deal for me on this is if the trackball had some sort of flange for the top of the panel. For instance, you could rough cut a hole for it and not worry about being an absolute perfect circle as it requires now. Then you mount the trackball, and from the top screw down a flange type connection like what is on a push button housing. This covers any errors in the cutout, and would give the TB an ultra smooth and pretty tie in to the CP.

As to name, I prefer Ultimarc E-Z Mount Trackball. Simple, and to the point.

Level42 · « **Reply #22 on:** February 02, 2008, 12:22:42 pm »

That name is way too long.

Maybe Ult-iBall ?

Anyway, wouldn't a flange like that hurt your hands ? Or at least hinder your playing ?

TheShanMan · « **Reply #23 on:** February 02, 2008, 12:50:01 pm »

Luci-trac? Luci-flush trac? Luci-trac flush?

patrickl · « **Reply #24 on:** February 02, 2008, 01:24:02 pm »

Quote from: shardian on February 02, 2008, 12:20:19 pm

I think someone mentioned it already, but I'll detail it again. What would seal the deal for me on this is if the trackball had some sort of flange for the top of the panel. For instance, you could rough cut a hole for it and not worry about being an absolute perfect circle as it requires now. Then you mount the trackball, and from the top screw down a flange type connection like what is on a push button housing. This covers any errors in the cutout, and would give the TB an ultra smooth and pretty tie in to the CP.

As to name, I prefer Ultimarc E-Z Mount Trackball. Simple, and to the point.

If the lip of the trackball and the flange where threaded you could even use it as part of the fastening of the trackball.

padstack · « **Reply #25 on:** February 02, 2008, 02:14:54 pm »

Ultimarc Clean-mount?

Ultimarc EZ mount

Ultimarc Supermount?

Ultimount?

Those would be my guesses.

Nice work!

It appears to me that you could probably just use a hole-saw and a few counter-sunk screws and be set. Looks cool to me!

AndyWarne · « **Reply #26 on:** February 02, 2008, 02:18:46 pm »

Quote from: shardian on February 02, 2008, 12:20:19 pm

I think someone mentioned it already, but I'll detail it again. What would seal the deal for me on this is if the trackball had some sort of flange for the top of the panel. For instance, you could rough cut a hole for it and not worry about being an absolute perfect circle as it requires now. Then you mount the trackball, and from the top screw down a flange type connection like what is on a push button housing. This covers any errors in the cutout, and would give the TB an ultra smooth and pretty tie in to the CP.

As to name, I prefer Ultimarc E-Z Mount Trackball. Simple, and to the point.

OK here is the optional flange...
Its a 3 inch trackball by the way, rather larger than a button! The appearance when mounted is exactly the same as the Happ from the top of the panel (without the mounting plate!).

AndyWarne · « **Reply #27 on:** February 02, 2008, 02:29:23 pm »

Quote from: Fozzy The Bear on February 02, 2008, 08:37:06 am

Neat Idea Andy..... At first I thought you'd just had a new top injection molded to fit the betson, but then I realised that you'd have to make the mechanics of it fit higer in the bottom case as well.... Very good! Not sure how the encoder wheels fit unless they are somehow geared from the rollers. Do they still spin well with the additional friction??

There is no gearing. The wheels just fit. It was a very careful piece of CAD followed by laser prototyping. The mechanics are fairly conventional although I searched for the best bearings which are not pre-packed with thick grease and also specified precision-ground stainless steel rollers.
I was also able to maintain the distance between the points where the rollers contact the ball.. just. This avoids the ball jumping off the rollers, something which was noticeable in an early design which pushed the rollers inwards.

Some good name suggestions here! Keep them coming. I already have a couple on here earmarked! The final decision will be made by a specially-convened committee... ok some mates down the pub...

shardian · « **Reply #28 on:** February 02, 2008, 02:50:10 pm »

Quote from: AndyWarne on February 02, 2008, 02:18:46 pm

Quote from: shardian on February 02, 2008, 12:20:19 pm
I think someone mentioned it already, but I'll detail it again. What would seal the deal for me on this is if the trackball had some sort of flange for the top of the panel. For instance, you could rough cut a hole for it and not worry about being an absolute perfect circle as it requires now. Then you mount the trackball, and from the top screw down a flange type connection like what is on a push button housing. This covers any errors in the cutout, and would give the TB an ultra smooth and pretty tie in to the CP.

As to name, I prefer Ultimarc E-Z Mount Trackball. Simple, and to the point.

OK here is the optional flange...
Its a 3 inch trackball by the way, rather larger than a button! The appearance when mounted is exactly the same as the Happ from the top of the panel (without the mounting plate!).

Sweet!

Jess-- · « **Reply #29 on:** February 02, 2008, 02:56:39 pm »

as there is no longer a mounting plate on display

Stealthtrack
StealthBall

divemaster127 · « **Reply #30 on:** February 02, 2008, 03:33:36 pm »

Ultimarc Ultimate

Dizzle · « **Reply #31 on:** February 02, 2008, 03:35:43 pm »

Smart Trac

TPB · « **Reply #32 on:** February 02, 2008, 03:42:15 pm »

Fitting in with the theme of the UltraStik 360, which is also known by its abbreviations as the UltraStik or U360 ...

How about ...

UltraTrak 720

... which could also be known by the following abbreviations :

UltraTrak, U720

Jdurg · « **Reply #33 on:** February 02, 2008, 03:46:22 pm »

How about just a simple "TrackMark". Nothing to complex about that name, but it does show that it is original to the ultimarc business.

BTW, the SpinTrak that I ordered from you arrived the other day. It's AWESOME! My cabinet is far from complete (as I decided to re-start my CP build from scratch after a few screw ups), but I spent all of last night playing Arkanoid on my laptop with the spinner. So much more fun now!

Avrus · « **Reply #34 on:** February 02, 2008, 05:44:02 pm »

Ultimarc Flushtrak.

Havok · « **Reply #35 on:** February 02, 2008, 05:44:32 pm »

Offer a brown trackball, and call it your Chocolate Salty Ball...

Orclord · « **Reply #36 on:** February 02, 2008, 05:48:18 pm »

Trac-Pac.....

Ball-Pac.... *Snick*

I-Track....

NIVO · « **Reply #37 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:07:51 pm »

Hello Andy, I have a name AND slogan.

Ultimarc Trac Star - It shines above the rest.

Level42 · « **Reply #38 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:12:52 pm »

Ul-T-Ball

With the T from Track.......duh

Level42 · « **Reply #39 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:15:36 pm »

Isn't it nice to see GGG and Ultimarc release new innovative products, and keep silent until (about) ready to order ?

When do we get to see the Ulti-yoke Andy ?

Brax · « **Reply #40 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:37:38 pm »

Ultimarc Hi-ball.... just a little more "marketed" than high ball.

...and I might be an alcoholic, so I like the sound of hi-ball. Which reminds me, where's my Scotch?

Enjoy the pub Andy.

DeLuSioNal29 · « **Reply #41 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:00:48 pm »

How about this for a name:

Ulti-Trac Plus

or

Ulti-Trac Pro

The "plus" part being the added features of a flush mount, plate-less version.

DeLuSioNaL

quarterback · « **Reply #42 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:03:42 pm »

The Ulitmarc Easy-Trac

The Ulitmarc Easy-Trak

The UltraTrak

The UltraTrac

The Ulti-Trak

The Ulti-Trac

The Easymount Ulti-Trac

The Opti-Trak

The Opti-Trac

The EZmount Opti-trac

I guess I need to go back and see how many of these have already been suggested

northerngames · « **Reply #43 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:19:52 pm »

EwJ · « **Reply #44 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:20:45 pm »

If these havn't already been suggested:

UltraMount-TB

UltraTrack EZ-Mount

EwJ · « **Reply #45 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:22:29 pm »

UltraTB EZ-Mount

DoctorWHO · « **Reply #46 on:** February 02, 2008, 07:42:16 pm »

I'd say, ULTRABALL, to keep up with the tradition (see ULTRALUX)

protokatie · « **Reply #47 on:** February 02, 2008, 09:06:14 pm »

Id say have it as three items on the site, with different names based on the ball colour:

The Pearl for the translucent one
The CueBall for the white one
And The Sapphire for the red one

I like the pearl colored ball myself, and if I was including a tracball with my CP I would go for that one.

genesim · « **Reply #48 on:** February 03, 2008, 06:59:28 pm »

Thanks for the quick answer Andy.

mountain · « **Reply #49 on:** February 03, 2008, 07:14:52 pm »

Ultimarc SimpleTrac

shardian · « **Reply #50 on:** February 03, 2008, 11:34:30 pm »

How about "Ultrack". Don't think I've seen that one yet.

Xiaou2 · « **Reply #51 on:** February 04, 2008, 12:22:38 am »

well, there is

Spin-Trak...

so could go with: Roll-Trak

Hmm, what about...

Sly-Ball (like hi-ball, but a very 'Sly' mounting method

)

quarterstringer · « **Reply #52 on:** February 04, 2008, 12:50:14 am »

Ulti-Max Trackball
Ultra-Max Trackball

RayB · « **Reply #53 on:** February 04, 2008, 01:19:11 am »

I remember when I was a young and called these things "roller controllers". Anyways, I like "high ball". So, 3" only? Did I read that right? If not, got a 2 1/4" red translucent ball only?

Singapura · « **Reply #54 on:** February 04, 2008, 01:47:20 am »

Trac-man!

ratzz · « **Reply #55 on:** February 04, 2008, 06:34:56 am »

Here's my two pence worth - all Latin:

(Ultra)Acies : To battle
(Ultra)Altus : Tall, Deep
(Ultra)Annullo : to obliterate, destroy, annihilate
(Ultra)Torvus : Savage, fierce
(Ultra)Instruo : prepare, provide / draw up an order of battle
(Ultra)Procinctu : prepared or ready for battle
(Ultra)Imperium : power to command, authority, command, rule, control.

With or without the Ultra(?), or just 'U'.

Ratzz

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #56 on:** February 04, 2008, 08:09:20 am »

Nice work Andy! Looking forward to trying it out!

DoctorWHO · « **Reply #57 on:** February 04, 2008, 10:41:28 am »

Since you mentioned two translucent balls, will it be lightable?

Thenasty · « **Reply #58 on:** February 04, 2008, 11:26:18 am »

Andy's 3" Balls

Ultimate Arc-Ball

Mr Wilson · « **Reply #59 on:** February 04, 2008, 11:39:53 am »

what about UTB(ultimate track ball) by ultimarc
nice and simple

lanman31337 · « **Reply #60 on:** February 04, 2008, 12:33:03 pm »

Opti-Trac. It's an optical trackball

You could sell Opti-pac and Opti-trac combos!

JimmyU · « **Reply #61 on:** February 04, 2008, 12:49:47 pm »

How about the SlikBall in memory of our favorite vendor?

protokatie · « **Reply #62 on:** February 04, 2008, 12:56:15 pm »

Quote

How about the SlikBall in memory of our favorite vendor?

Would you get a free slikstick with a purchase of 2 slikballs, tho?

ahofle · « **Reply #63 on:** February 04, 2008, 01:19:04 pm »

This is a brilliant promotion. Look at all these people tripping over each other trying to get the $100 prize, all the while bumping your thread to the top.

Jakobud · « **Reply #64 on:** February 04, 2008, 02:05:36 pm »

Ultratrack, Ultra-track, Ultra-Track, UltraTrack

RayB · « **Reply #65 on:** February 04, 2008, 04:51:57 pm »

Oh there's a prize? I missed that part. Here I go:

Ultimarc Trac-Pac
or just plain and simple and elegant "Trac"

Thy · « **Reply #66 on:** February 04, 2008, 05:29:56 pm »

The Ultimarc Tracker or U-Trak imo.

AndyWarne · « **Reply #67 on:** February 05, 2008, 08:13:19 am »

Quote from: ratzz on February 04, 2008, 06:34:56 am

Here's my two pence worth - all Latin:

(Ultra)Acies : To battle
(Ultra)Altus : Tall, Deep
(Ultra)Annullo : to obliterate, destroy, annihilate
(Ultra)Torvus : Savage, fierce
(Ultra)Instruo : prepare, provide / draw up an order of battle
(Ultra)Procinctu : prepared or ready for battle
(Ultra)Imperium : power to command, authority, command, rule, control.

With or without the Ultra(?), or just 'U'.

Ratzz

Perfect for a game of Marmor Insania.
Not so good for Intermundia Incursio.
Funny how so much of the Latin Language seems geared to war and battle. Most school Lat. translations seemed to be about attacking the ditches with spears and arrows with the Romans being brave, noble, fearless etc.

I will announce the winning name nearer the launch date.

Andy

stan2323 · « **Reply #68 on:** February 05, 2008, 09:10:47 am »

It has to be

Ultra Infinite Track
Ultra Infinite Trackball
Ultrimarc Infinite Track
Ultrimarc Infinite Trackball

as you can spin it in an infinite number of directions.

lanman31337 · « **Reply #69 on:** February 05, 2008, 10:19:59 am »

Just call it "The Best Trackball Evarrrrrrrrrrr!!!"

fatfingers · « **Reply #70 on:** February 05, 2008, 11:12:15 am »

"No Name Trackball"

You know, like "No Name Steaks".....yummy....

Chemixtry · « **Reply #71 on:** February 05, 2008, 01:18:14 pm »

Ulti-ballz

U-ballz

nipsmg · « **Reply #72 on:** February 05, 2008, 04:55:25 pm »

UltiMount Trackball
Ultimarc EasyBall
Ultimarc Easymount Trackball
EasyMount Trackball
UltiMarc HighBall

skim36 · « **Reply #73 on:** February 05, 2008, 06:45:39 pm »

Ultimarc "Super Ball Thingy Gizmo"

Bombeast · « **Reply #74 on:** February 06, 2008, 01:24:08 pm »

What about
ULTIMARC TRACK-O-MATIC
or
ULTIMARC ATACK-TRACK Speed ball
or
ULTIMARC Precition Speed ball

shardian · « **Reply #75 on:** February 06, 2008, 01:26:23 pm »

Quote from: Bombeast on February 06, 2008, 01:24:08 pm

What about ULTIMARC TRACK-O-MATIC

Yeah, and Andy could get Ron Popeil to market it! That would totally replace the Magic Bullet as my favorite infomercial.

DoctorWHO · « **Reply #76 on:** February 06, 2008, 02:30:55 pm »

Quote from: shardian on February 06, 2008, 01:26:23 pm

Yeah, and Andy could get Ron Popeil to market it! That would totally replace the Magic Bullet as my favorite infomercial.

"But wait... there's more!"

"How much would you pay for this?"

unclet · « **Reply #77 on:** February 06, 2008, 02:55:20 pm »

Ultimarc EZTB <-- Short, sweet and simple

(+_+) · « **Reply #78 on:** February 06, 2008, 03:27:47 pm »

1) The Ultimarc SuperBall

2) The Ultimarc TrackBall - aka "The Steam Roller". With a thrown in moto "Rolling over the competition".

RayB · « **Reply #79 on:** February 06, 2008, 04:11:45 pm »

I got it!

"The High n Mighty"

Turnarcades · « **Reply #80 on:** February 06, 2008, 05:37:06 pm »

My big hairy ball.

That's if my previous suggestions aren't classy enough!

Havok · « **Reply #81 on:** February 07, 2008, 12:32:28 am »

How about the "Ulti damn I wish I got this out before Randy's new balls came out Trak"?

fixedpigs · « **Reply #82 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:19:39 am »

Quote from: Havok on February 07, 2008, 12:32:28 am

How about the "Ulti damn I wish I got this out before Randy's new balls came out Trak"?

that's probably why we're getting a sneak preview now...

Havok · « **Reply #83 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:39:15 am »

Yep - that's what I figured...

patrickl · « **Reply #84 on:** February 07, 2008, 06:26:21 am »

Or "Ultra this new mounting method is a bit more than just making a matte ball shiny when the ball should have been glossy to begin with Trak"

Havok · « **Reply #85 on:** February 07, 2008, 08:49:00 am »

Quote from: patrickl on February 07, 2008, 06:26:21 am

Or "Ultra this new mounting method is a bit more than just making a matte ball shiny when the ball should have been glossy to begin with Trak"

Touche!

gatordad · « **Reply #86 on:** February 07, 2008, 09:51:42 am »

Ultimarc's Long Neck TB
or ULN TB

or Ultra LN TB
aka Ultra Long Neck TB

or

Ultra Long Track TB

or Buldging Eye Ball (iball) think Marty Feldman (What Hump?)
ok I'll stop now...........

DrumAnBass · « **Reply #87 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:16:50 pm »

Ultimarc Trackball2: Electric Boogaloo

Edit: Whoa - sorry - posted a link to a movie poster and somehow it was replaced with pr0n by the hosting server I found the image on... I sincerely apologize...!!! Fixed...

waveryder · « **Reply #88 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:20:22 pm »

DrumAnBass
That is not cool. My kids read this board. What the hell is wrong with you

spacies · « **Reply #89 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:24:27 pm »

That is disgusting.

Shame on you!!!

Hoopz · « **Reply #90 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:28:50 pm »

Quote from: DrumAnBass on February 07, 2008, 01:16:50 pm

Ultimarc Trackball2: Electric Boogaloo

Whoa - sorry - posted a link to a movie poster and somehow it was replaced with pr0n...

Hot linking can lead to problems...obviously. Most of the time, it's better to upload the file you want and display it that way. I didn't think that you wanted to post that picture.... Pretty shocking.

patrickl · « **Reply #91 on:** February 07, 2008, 01:43:55 pm »

Did it show balls at least?

Game-boi · « **Reply #92 on:** February 07, 2008, 04:58:17 pm »

Doh! I missed all the commotion...hey guys, keep in mind, mistakes happen and this IS the INTERNET...It's no coincidence that the any joke about the internet includes finding porn everywhere...

First time is always forgiven, preventing a second time is key (and expected).

AndyWarne · « **Reply #93 on:** February 08, 2008, 04:33:00 pm »

Ok thats probably enough names hehe...
Grabbed a picture of the white translucent ball, illuminated. Just used the LED bayonet fitting from one of our Ultralux buttons, stuck into the hole underneath the ball. So just one standard LED. Note this is the white ball not the red!
The picture is as shot, except for cropping

Green LED

waveryder · « **Reply #94 on:** February 08, 2008, 05:11:15 pm »

Holy crap! excuse my language but that is from 1 LED!!! Andy is this ball only suitable for wooden panel mounts as it appears? Are you going to offer a similar system for use metal Control Panel owners? If you do you gotta a guaranteed purchase of 2 trackballs right here.

rrcade · « **Reply #95 on:** February 08, 2008, 05:27:56 pm »

That's just what I was thinking....what about metal control panels?

As for a name call it the BARGIN BALL and sell it Really cheap!!

torcer · « **Reply #96 on:** February 08, 2008, 05:33:33 pm »

I don't care what you call it, but I'll be buying it w/i the next 6 months for my new Cabinet.

patrickl · « **Reply #97 on:** February 08, 2008, 05:40:01 pm »

What looks better with the red light, the white ball or the red ball? Or would you light the red ball with a white light?

AndyWarne · « **Reply #98 on:** February 09, 2008, 11:28:22 am »

The red ball looks fabulous when lit with the red LED. It also looks great when not lit.

Here is the LED by the way...

DoctorWHO · « **Reply #99 on:** February 09, 2008, 03:17:08 pm »

Looks cool

patrickl · « **Reply #100 on:** February 09, 2008, 03:47:25 pm »

Quote from: AndyWarne on February 09, 2008, 11:28:22 am

It also looks great when not lit.

Yeah, that's what I was thinking about too. Thanks

spidermonkey · « **Reply #101 on:** February 10, 2008, 09:05:41 pm »

How about Ulimarc's

"FIREBALL" The hottest trackball ever !

Scott84 · « **Reply #102 on:** February 11, 2008, 12:38:42 am »

U-Trac
U-Pac

Hopefully someone else didnt say it before me

mushmouth · « **Reply #103 on:** February 11, 2008, 12:41:53 am »

No mounting plate? Naked?

The name is so obvious:

The Ultimarc FreeBall

quarterback · « **Reply #104 on:** February 11, 2008, 10:58:52 pm »

Quote from: mushmouth on February 11, 2008, 12:41:53 am

No mounting plate? Naked?

The name is so obvious:

The Ultimarc FreeBall

Nicely played, mushmouth, nicely played.

headkaze · « **Reply #105 on:** February 13, 2008, 05:14:26 am »

PAC-Trak!

jlfreund · « **Reply #106 on:** February 14, 2008, 05:15:13 pm »

Does translucent ball imply that it will be illuminated (through USB power)?

I'd also be interested in seeing mounting instructions posted -- do you need bolt heads sticking up on top of your CP?

Timoe · « **Reply #107 on:** February 14, 2008, 11:40:51 pm »

Ultimarc Super Track

I-Ball

Level42 · « **Reply #108 on:** February 15, 2008, 09:49:01 am »

Hey Andy, I just received Randy's white translucent 2.25" ball. Can you send me one of yours to make a head-to-head review ?

patrickl · « **Reply #109 on:** February 15, 2008, 10:04:13 am »

Would a 3" ball fit in a centipede?

Level42 · « **Reply #110 on:** February 15, 2008, 10:58:35 am »

No. Is the Ultimarc 3" only ?

Avrus · « **Reply #111 on:** February 21, 2008, 05:33:53 pm »

So what's the verdict on the name?

quarterback · « **Reply #112 on:** February 22, 2008, 12:53:53 am »

Quote from: Avrus on February 21, 2008, 05:33:53 pm

So what's the verdict on the name?

Yeah Andy, I'm ready to spend my $100!

ratzz · « **Reply #113 on:** February 23, 2008, 07:54:28 pm »

I need prices - and timeframes!

I've got a cab to build ---gosh-darn--- it!

oh yea, and my names were the best!

brandon · « **Reply #114 on:** February 24, 2008, 02:16:45 am »

how about the classic from SNL

HAPPY FUN BALL!

"Warning: Happy Fun Ball Contains a liquid core, which, if exposed due to rupture, should not be touched, inhaled, or looked at. "

fjl · « **Reply #115 on:** February 24, 2008, 06:44:45 am »

u720

Since it can do 360 turns in both the x and y directions.

So basically 360 times 2 = 720

Or u720

Would sound cool for someone to say, "I went all out and got me a pair of u360's and a u720 for my arcade CP."

U standing for Ultimarc of course.

Can also be u720TB(track ball)

By the way, will it be LedWiz compatible?

TPB · « **Reply #116 on:** February 24, 2008, 11:44:05 pm »

Quote from: efjayel on February 24, 2008, 06:44:45 am

u720

Since it can do 360 turns in both the x and y directions.

So basically 360 times 2 = 720

efjayel,

I've already suggested "U720".

It's nice to see you agree it has a ring to it.

Here's my one & only post, for naming suggestions of Ultimarc's new trackball :

Quote from: txtworld on February 02, 2008, 03:42:15 pm

Fitting in with the theme of the UltraStik 360, which is also known by its abbreviations as the UltraStik or U360 ...

How about ...

UltraTrak 720

... which could also be known by the following abbreviations :

UltraTrak, U720

RetroBorg · « **Reply #117 on:** February 25, 2008, 02:42:43 am »

So Andy, how far away are these from sale and what will be a ball park price?

fjl · « **Reply #118 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:02:13 am »

Quote from: txtworld on February 24, 2008, 11:44:05 pm

Quote from: efjayel on February 24, 2008, 06:44:45 am
u720

Since it can do 360 turns in both the x and y directions.

So basically 360 times 2 = 720

efjayel,

I've already suggested "U720".

It's nice to see you agree it has a ring to it.

Here's my one & only post, for naming suggestions of Ultimarc's new trackball :

Quote from: txtworld on February 02, 2008, 03:42:15 pm
Fitting in with the theme of the UltraStik 360, which is also known by its abbreviations as the UltraStik or U360 ...

How about ...

UltraTrak 720

... which could also be known by the following abbreviations :

UltraTrak, U720

Liar! You just want credit for my awesome name idea!

How about u1080?
That sounds even cooler than u720.

brandon · « **Reply #119 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:03:28 am »

I think he should call it...

The Spaceball

brandon · « **Reply #120 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:04:39 am »

Quote from: efjayel on February 25, 2008, 03:02:13 am

Liar! You just want credit for my awesome name idea!

How about u1080?
That sounds even cooler than u720.

how about call it the U812

fjl · « **Reply #121 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:10:09 am »

Ub40
U2

billpa · « **Reply #122 on:** February 25, 2008, 04:54:01 pm »

I'd call it the PAC Rat

since it is also considered a mouse device and it can fit into tight places.

I'm really interested in this trackball. Im curious what the actual dimensions are. Im building a portable panel and Im hoping its a little less tall than the standard Happ trackballs.

slaphead · « **Reply #123 on:** February 26, 2008, 04:38:17 pm »

Can't wait for it to come on the market. As for a name what about I-ball or I track.

Havok · « **Reply #124 on:** February 26, 2008, 11:34:40 pm »

Trac Ball Sack!

Marak · « **Reply #125 on:** March 04, 2008, 03:19:19 am »

I know its late, but how about X-Trak (XTrak)

AndyWarne · « **Reply #126 on:** March 04, 2008, 10:23:38 am »

This thread seems to be going on rather longer than planned...!

Thanks for all the support and name suggestions.

I will announce the winning name when the trackball is launched and available for sale. Production is now taking place of the first batch. I would expect launch to be early April.

Pricing will be announced nearer the time.

Andy

ex_directory · « **Reply #127 on:** March 12, 2008, 07:45:38 am »

Hi Andy,
What are the dimensions of the base unit please? Also, maybe a silly question but never owned a trackball before -presumably it has to be installed in a certain direction?

gatordad · « **Reply #128 on:** April 14, 2008, 10:27:39 am »

Quote from: AndyWarne on March 04, 2008, 10:23:38 am

This thread seems to be going on rather longer than planned...!

Thanks for all the support and name suggestions.

I will announce the winning name when the trackball is launched and available for sale. Production is now taking place of the first batch. I would expect launch to be early April.

Pricing will be announced nearer the time.

Andy

Just curious how these are coming along?

AndyWarne · « **Reply #129 on:** April 14, 2008, 01:55:12 pm »

The first batch is completed. We hope to have them on sale by the end of this month.

Andy

shardian · « **Reply #130 on:** April 14, 2008, 02:00:11 pm »

So, what is the name of this thing?

stan2323 · « **Reply #131 on:** April 14, 2008, 02:44:44 pm »

Who Won?

?

Havok · « **Reply #132 on:** April 14, 2008, 06:36:42 pm »

Quote from: shardian on April 14, 2008, 02:00:11 pm

So, what is the name of this thing?

It's called the New Trackball from Ultimarc - nobody wins...

I think I should win - my name has a nice ring to it: The Trac Ball Sack!


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