Ghost input on TWCS Throttle

[Alexmarine]

Hi guys;

 

Two days ago, I noticed that the rudder axis of my throttle has ghost inputs whenever I try to use it. I checked both in the in-game configuration and in the Thrustmaster TARGET software and indeed there is a constant right-imput which makes flying with it really difficult. I think it is a problem of hardware, maybe the axis got a little consumed, but I bought it just last May, it seems strange to me...

 

What should I do? Try to get a replacemnet as I still have the warranty on it or should I just buy a set of pedals to have a full set of controls?

 

Or if you have some solutions to this kind of problems I would gladly accept it.

 

Thank you all

 

Alex

[Sokol1]

I think it is a problem of hardware, maybe the axis got a little consumed, but I bought it just last May, it seems strange to me...

 

 

Like all "entry-level" joystick this controller (TWCS) use low cost/quality potentiometer in all axis, potentiometer (specially ~$0,10 types) wear out with use  and start send erratic signals (spikes).

 

So use the warranty - and when buying controllers look better on their technical specifications  (controller resolution, if use contact less sensors or cheap pot's...)* that only in "fancy look" or "nice colors".

 

* Most manufacturers try hide this information.

[Alexmarine]

Like all "entry-level" joystick this controller (TWCS) use low cost/quality potentiometer in all axis, potentiometer (specially ~$0,10 types) wear out with use and start send erratic signals (spikes).

 

So use the warranty - and when buying controllers look better on their technical specifications (controller resolution, if use contact less sensors or cheap pot's...)* that only in "fancy look" or "nice colors".

 

* Most manufacturers try hide this information.

I was fully aware that it was an entry level product. I went for a cheap but useful set without spending too much as I had to balance my budget betweem the game and the gear. Just a little surprised that it went out that fast or with the amount of time I used it (or I think so).

Hopefully I'll get a replacement and pedals so I can just use them for the rudder.

[Thad]

Try setting things up 'without' using their TARGET software.

[Alexmarine]

Try setting things up 'without' using their TARGET software.

The problem is that I installed the software only after having the problem in the game itself. I used it to confirm that it was probably an hardware and not a software problem.