U360 Question

[snatex]

Do you need to go into the U360 mapping program each time you want to change the mode from 4-way, 4-way Qbert, 8-way, etc.?   I am thinking of using these joysticks for a kids cabinet and I don't want them to have to do any adjustments to the settings. 

[Edwards80]

No, once you have loaded the maps into MAME, it will do it without touching the config at all. I've only set a map for q-bert so far but it works perfectly. Mame does a good job with the analogue U360 map for 4/8way etc.

[sstralkowski]

Would this type of Joystick be good for a Cab that was running both old school 4-way games and something from say N64? 

[Ginsu Victim]

Would this type of Joystick be good for a Cab that was running both old school 4-way games and something from say N64? 

Definitely. It can switch from 4-way to analog.

[sstralkowski]

Would this type of Joystick be good for a Cab that was running both old school 4-way games and something from say N64? 

Definitely. It can switch from 4-way to analog.

Where's the best place to buy one of these for a decent price?  How much different are they to wire? 

[Ginsu Victim]

In the US, buy it through divemaster127 (www.arcadeemulator.net) - you'll save on shipping.
If not, buy it from www.ultimarc.com

Wiring is super simple. It hooks up via USB. You can also add up to eight buttons via the built-in encoder.

Add the medium spring and circular restrictor for the best stick possible. (Also, try the longer shaft for installing in wood)

[sstralkowski]

In the US, buy it through divemaster127 (www.arcadeemulator.net) - you'll save on shipping.
If not, buy it from www.ultimarc.com

Wiring is super simple. It hooks up via USB. You can also add up to eight buttons via the built-in encoder.

Add the medium spring and circular restrictor for the best stick possible. (Also, try the longer shaft for installing in wood)

Thank you.  

EDIT:  Is this the same as the U360? 

http://www.arcadeemulator.net/cgi-bin/shop/cp-app.cgi?usr=51F2772352&rnd=5931552&rrc=N&affl=&cip=&act=&aff=&pg=prod&ref=Perfect360ElectronicJoysti&cat=Joysticks&catstr=HOME:Joysticks

[Ginsu Victim]

No. There is an Ultimarc section on that site.

shortened link

[SammyWI]

You can also use a front end with a U360 plugin to load custom maps for the stick.  Personally I use GameEx and it works great, I believe Mala also has a plugin.

I like the stock, lighter spring myself.