SideWinder Force Feedback Pro Test Is Slow or Does Not Respond

ID: Q175233

The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft SideWinder Game Device software version 2.0
  • Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback Pro, version 1.0

SYMPTOMS

When you test the SideWinder Force Feedback Pro joystick using the Test tab in the Game Controllers tool in Control Panel, you may experience one of the following symptoms:

  • The Test tab display may be slow or may not respond.


  • The pointing device may not respond correctly.



CAUSE

These symptoms can occur if you are using a MIDI splitter cable to connect the Sidewinder Force Feedback Pro to the game port.


RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, connect the SideWinder Force Feedback Pro directly to the game port. Do not use a MIDI splitter cable.

Additional query words: sluggish erratic drags

Keywords : kbhw sidewinder joystick
Version : WINDOWS:1.0,2.0
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type :


Last Reviewed: August 10, 1999
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