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Author Topic: Arcade Encoder that can switch to analog and digital with a push of button  (Read 3002 times)

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Any encoders that can do that? Similar to the Mayflash f300/400 joysticks where you slide it to x/y?
I was hoping there’s one that had a mode button where you just push it and switches between the two?

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Any encoders that can do that? Similar to the Mayflash f300/400 joysticks where you slide it to x/y?
I was hoping there’s one that had a mode button where you just push it and switches between the two?
I don't see a mode switch, but maybe this one will work?   :dunno
https://www.amazon.com/SJ-JX-Encoder-Board-Microswitch-Button-Analog/dp/B08J47Y4X4/?th=1

If you have a ZD encoder, mimregi mentioned this Instructable that claims to make it true analog, but couldn't confirm that it works because he had a different version of the board.
https://www.instructables.com/Zero-Delay-USB-Encoder-True-Analog-Joystick-Modifi/


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Easy task with arduino leonardo/pro micro or raspberry pi pico

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I do it with a minimus AVR and a toggle switch.  Mapping stays identical but the joystick goes from analog to digital input.  There’s no fidelity, it’s just maximum throw in analog mode, but it’s fine for most games.