DrDetroit

I had a similar problem that took me over 7-8 hours to rectify. I had to get rid of TARGET and the Saitek software, then program the buttons via in-game controller option. I just picked up Saitek Combat Pedals and Warthog HOTAS the other day, and the Saitek software installed something called Mad Katz, which I think totally f'ed up my DCS install. Mad Katz caused a "!" on my HD when I checked my device manager. So I got rid of it. After deleting TARGET and Saitek software (and Mad Katz), had to do a Steam game integrity check, which found 90+ bad files. Steam dl and replaced the bad files and boom, I can now program my Warthog HOTAS and Saitek pedals via in-game menu. Get rid of the Saitek software if installed, that will probably fix your sim. After you remove the software, do the integrity/file check. Also, figured out I have various USB versions (my pc has 8-USB ports), and it matters which USB I use for the gear...which, from what I can tell, the one that functioned properly with my controller is any USB except 3.0 (I have 2.0, 3.0 and I think 1.1). Hard to tell, but may have 3.0 mixed up with the 1.1 version, as far as which ones work and which don't. Not sure how to determine which port is which, had to do trial and error for a bit. Good luck! DrDetroit

You've probably tried this already, map the controller via options menu if you can. It's probably something w the controller software (SMART TECHNOLOGY) porking you setup/game. I bought a Warthog HOTAS and Saitek Combat Pedals yesterday, and had issue for 6-7 hours until I did the integrity check. Steam found something like 90+ bad or missing files (probably due to that TARGET software for the Warthog), about 90megs. Steam auto downloaded and installed/fixed everything within a few minutes. I fly F4 BMS also and I just program the HOTAS via that controller menu in-game as well...works and is nice and easy. Was frustrating as hell! Now I'm loving it...even though had a bit of a problem getting it to work, was very well worth it! Good luck! DrDetroit

I had the same issue when trying to launch the game via TARGET (TM Software)...would stop in the middle of loading a mission, drops to Desktop and ask for Activation key, even though I have a Steam version. Then when it went back to loading the game, it could not locate any mission briefing, so would take me back to the main menu. Finally, after hours and hours of frustration setting up my new controllers, to no avail, I did a Steam integrity check and that fixed everything. Oh, and I uninstalled that TARGET and Saitek software too. Good luck! DrDetroit

I just got my Warthog HOTAS and Saitek Combat pedals yesterday, and for me, that Saitek software messed up a few things with my setup...I got rid of it and now everything works as it should. I think the culprit for me is that Mad Katz crap. The TARGET software for the TM is a bloody mess too. Good luck! DrDetroit

UPDATE: For those whom may find themselves with the same issue. Finally got it working. One thing; seems something with Mad Katz software from my Saitek Combat Pro Pedals (just got those also today). Was causing a "!" on my HD, so deleted via Device Manager. Re-installed TARGET, it initially pointed to the "RUN.exe" in the DCS folder, which seems to be the big problem. All seems well now. Although, I have to start DCS first, then while it's loading (about 3-sec) I have to "Run Configuration". If I try to Run Configuration before starting DCS, nothing works on my desktop, when I press the DCS shortcut, the property menu pops up...that goes for any application. Weird, I must be missing something during the setup. Gonna be a long night! EDIT: The ONLY thing that finally fixed my TM setup was to do a game integrity check via Steam. Found 90some bad/missing files...Steam replaced them and now, at 5am this morning, I finally got it down...PHEW!

Hi Guys, I got my TM Warthog today, and I can't get this damn thing to function properly. After messing with TARGET for 4-5 hours, I gave up on that nonsense because the keyboard and mouse were not functioning in the sim (DCS-A10C Warthog). So bye bye TARGET....uninstalled. So just tried to program the buttons in the sims option menu, and now my keyboard is not programmable nor is the throttle. I can't highlight anything, so I can't modify anything. They are there, showing up in the menu (top part or menu), but I can't select anything...weird, worked fine before I messed with that TARGET junk. This is getting very very frustrating. I search forums, nothing I can use. Some had, apparently, the same issue, but no resolutions were ever posted. I'm going to jump into F4-BMS and see how it goes...I bet just fine in that sim. :mad: Thanks in advance. DrDetroit

So pretty good then? I too was considering buying this as well. DrDetroit

No offense but this thread is a totally FUBAR and mismanaged. Should just have a list on page-1 that is updated regularly. Why's it even a sticky is what I'm wondering lol...? GTA4-mods.com, LCPDFR.com, ect have it just right with huge modding community they manage...don't have to sift through hundreds of threads to find what you're looking for. Good day! DrDetroit

Was wondering why I have no flight hours...how the heck is a logbook porked anyhow? Oh well! DrDetroit