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How wire switches depend on what board (Arduino?) and firmware your are using. Could by through Shift Register circuits or Matrix if firmware support, or just direct in board pins inputs - what maybe became limit by the number of digital inputs pins in the board. Shift Register require only 5 pins on board and each m/c support 8 buttons, but they can be chained up to the limit of buttons/encoders defined in firmware. Diode Matrix number of buttons is too defined by firmware and number of available digital pins in board, need divide and combine then in Columns and Rows, e.g. 6x6 = 36 buttons. And interesting "sketch" (code) for Arduinos is LynX CUB because when using a latching ON-OFF-ON switch the change state of switch only send a briefly signal, don't remaining always on for Windows/Games. http://lynx.dk/cub-firmware/ Description: https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=2984894&postcount=156

Look at EasyJoy32One ($15) firmware for ARM32 (in cockpit builders section), has support for more encoders. MegaMOZG say that will expand encoder support in MMjoy2 firmware, but when he have time from VirPil work. Not sure if support encoders, but give a luck in LynX CUB firmware for Arduinos, is more oriented for flight games commands than ordinary USB controllers, with better support for ON-OFF-ON latching switches. http://lynx.dk/cub-firmware/ Description: https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=2984894&postcount=156

Windows recognize and install this kind of USB controllers with their native HID drivers, so is just "plug-n-play", their appear in Games Controllers like a ordinary joystick. Same happens in DCS. But I find this Zero board too limited (for flight sim use). - Use the same cheap micro controller used in cheap gamepads - that black circle in middle of board. - Is only 6 MHZ. - $10 for 10 buttons(?) looks cheap, but proportionally is more costly than the popular BU0836A ($36)- that additionally have 8x 12 bits axes inputs and encoder support.

Windows recognize more than 32 buttons of an joystick - but their "ancient" game controller wizard show only 32, this don't cause problem for use in most of (modern) flight sim/games - depends on how many buttons their developer add support. Some is 32 (FSX), some 50 (SC), 64 (IL-2:GB), 128 (DCS, X-Plane). You can use Gladiator mode button*, but need a load a new profile with support for MCG PRO.

Soon™ new option of extension for SCG - straight and with less height, for "space flight". ;)

For support Thrustmaster Warthog, a possible F-18... perhaps Real Simulator F-16, F18 grips ... the practical option is VPC WarBRD or T50CM bases. VKB option for support Thrustmaster grips (only) is unnecessary complicated. You need open grip and install a electronic adapter and a mechanical adapter, hence you will need a kit for each Thrustmaster grip you have. Besides that adapter kit is "sold out" at more than a year.

Maybe is this: there a guy say that last (April, 2017) version of T-Link don't work with latest firmware for BlackBox of T-Rudder Mk.IV. http://forum.vkb-sim.pro/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=3325&start=15#p32878

T50 base was replaced with improved T50CM base - in production: https://virpil.com/en/blog/155-unveiling-the-long-awaited-vpc-mongoost-50-flightstick-base-successor

Thing is that in T-Link the only thing to do is set a joystick button. :)

If by "thougness" you mean spring force, VirPil allow exchange CAM and springs like VKB, more "heavy' or more "soft". VirPil has a "fine tune" adjust of installed spring force. What VKB (Gunfighter) has of different and exclusive is the "dry-clutch" system, a kind of brakes that add resistance in grip return to center position, reducing the pendulum effect caused by springs. 5-6 ft is 152-183 cm, seems to much for a plane control column. This NACA document say 33-7/8" ~86 cm from column hinge to center of "spade" grip, or ~93 cm to top of grip if add more half of "spade" diameter (5-5/8"~14,3cm).

The throttle (pedal on car, or lever in plane) control carburetor butterfly valve allowing piston suction sucks more or less air, this air draw fuel in atomized form, then more the throttle control is open allow engine sucks of this "mixture" = more power. The mixture control of some IL-2 planes (in P-51 or Spitfire... mixture control is automated, the lever is used only for cut-of the engine) allow decrease/increase the amount of fuel draw by carburetor suction for compensate air density variation at different altitudes. At high altitudes the air is less dense, hence is need decrease fuel admission in carburetor for keep the relation air/fuel balanced, what in some planes (e.g. a LaGG-3) is need do manually using the "mixture" lever. BTW - In a (carburetor) car the mixture adjust is done setting an screw in carburetor once, since cars travel - more or less, with few altitude variation, the driver don't need control mixture. But modern fuel injection systems adjust this dynamically, based on analyze of exhaust gas. In IL-2 (GB) you can do a "analyze" of mixture, observing exhaust flames color.

An well illustrated and explained guide for add a analog mini-stick in VPC throttle, using throttle controller spare two axes connection. PDF: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1lu9FSML11l2xHuJ91B3k1i4YhHRb0TLI - The maker use an APEM contactless mini-stick (for industrial use), that cost more and due size require physical modifications (hole) in throttle grip side panel for fit. https://i.imgur.com/LsIq6u1.jpg https://i.imgur.com/tzi4LxK.jpg https://i.imgur.com/4yFVhHa.jpg - Since the "MOD" is for use in "Space Sim", he opt in place mini-stick or right side of throttle, under thumb finger. But what is more important is that tutorial show how wire the mini stick in VPC controller - for figure this he was supported by VPC technician. :thumbup: Hence who want add an PS3 like mini-stick under index finger for "jets" use, need figure how fit in that place, what probable is more easy due compact size of PS3 like mini-sticks. The APEM mini-stick probable is too big for place under index finger. An example of PS3 like mini-stick from other player (from Reddit), not more details published: https://imgur.com/QvSgTod As the guide show, the external BU0836X used in this installation is not need. Original post in Reddit: Additional post:

In T-Link interface when you press the joystick button you assign for "Brakes", the two LED columns in AUX interface goes up? Your T-Link is set as standalone pedal or share a BlackBox with joystick - in this case may require load a specif profile in BlackBox.

This happen because you don't hidden the controllers after create a new "virtual" in J. Gremlin. In Manager this is done automatically, in J.Gremlin is need do manually.

It's a very simple to make one - if you have (basic) tools and DIY skill. An good example, with Arduino "scketch" - no axes support: Another, using Arduino PRO Micro (ATMEGA32u4, 5V, 16 MHZ) and MMJoy2 firmware, with axes support.

In DCS controls the "mode" selector is called "switch" - an permanent modifier, can be assigned to joy button or key press. Besides have the "modifier", that is a momentary modifier, a kind of "shift" or "clutch". Combining both you achieve the same functionality of Saitek soft, just in different way to achieve. VirPil throttle have an (5 position selector) that can be set others buttons number for each button, their controller support up to 128 buttons.

In this post show different numbers - seems from Cougar: https://forum.virpil.com/index.php?/topic/251-warbrd-base-tm-cougar-stick/&tab=comments#comment-2702 An way to check, with Warthog base+grip plugged, open Windows Start or Cortana box and type: dxdiag Hit enter and await the report, look in input, VID/PID of USB devices is show there. Other way: https://interworks.com/blog/ijahanshahi/2014/07/18/identify-vid-pid-usb-device/

Gardena 39035 5/8 See on product "reviews".

In Digikey select Toggle Switches category Then select brands CK or E-Switch or Grayhill inc. and hit "Apply filters" - One by time or you are no able to select the next filter Then select "Locking Lever" and hit "Apply filters" Other brands like APEM Inc. have this switch model but prices star in $15, the above have models around $5. Have not checked all brands.

Since you already are buying stick from VirPil, remember that you can use Warthog throttle in their Deskmount V2, with this plate: https://virpil-controls.eu/vpc-desk-mount-v2-adapter-tmw-throttle.html

Mason "stick" - looks like a transducer + center push button. https://www.ebay.ie/itm/Mason-Sticks-Flight-Controls-1J-9078/183764146609?hash=item2ac93259b1:g:fE0AAOSwJxRcpMe-

The easy way is add rubber bands - the ones for secure model airplanes wings is better, over original springs. Can use too condom rings. https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=3059818&postcount=14 For stiff the throttle can use VELCRO® strips: https://theairtacticalassaultgroup.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6098

Easy, can use a PS2 (mini-DIN) extension cable (for keyboard/mouse) and remove one pin from then. https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=2431135&postcount=13 Or assembly an cable with demountable PS2 5 pin connector (male and female). Or buy cables read to use from MFG, SAHAJ, VirPil.

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