Thx man.
but same issue
I tested with 1 win xp and 1 win2k=>same issue
my pad snes (lpt1 port) and side winder (com port) not respond.
all pad recognized on the Game Controllers list
i tested the pad 1 by 1 =>same issue
the keybord and mouse respond
with all emu not pb
mame , snes9x ,zsnes ...=>worked ...
but mamewah=>the pad no worked i not understand
I not found the solution .

thx for all.

I believe that there is no solution
sea peace