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The item is a joy touse, very responsive and precise, I like it. Ibought one that didn't come with a cd-rom, so had to do some downloading.I wasn't very impressed with the speed or usefullness of Saitek's response, but eventually got the programming done. This is my second Saitek Joystick, and I have enjoyed using both. The Evois very ergonomically adjustable, and has lots of programable features.
I FINALLY FIGURED OUT THE FUNCTIONS BY TRIAL AND ERROR. SINCE I HAD USED THE MOUSE SO MUCH I HAD TO MORE OR LESS START ALL OVER BUT IT IS MUCH MORE RESPONSIVE AND SENSITIVE THAN THE MOUSE. THIS PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED IN MY WIFE'S NAME BUT WAS FOR ME. IT WORKS WELL AND IS A VAST IMPROVEMENT OVER TRYING TO FLY BY MOUSE CONTROL. IT SEEMS WELL MADE AND I THINK IT IS WELL WORTH THE PRICE. THE PRODUCT IS A GOOD PURCHASE FOR THE PRICE. I WAS A LITTLE DISAPPOINTED THAT IT DID NOT COME WITH A CD OR MANUAL.
I use this for X-Plane 9, works great. Ergonomics could be improved but control is great.
The RAH-66 Comanche was reported to have the same type of rudder control before DoD axed the program, so apparently the higher-ups liked the control interface as well. The Saitek had the same "swivel" rudder control that I loved on the Sidewinder. The ergonomics need improvement, but everything functions properly. I loved my MS Sidewinder 3D Pro but many new PCs obsoleted the 15-pin joystick port, so I had to buy a USB joystick.
Overall, it provides a flexible (programable) platfrom that delivers impressive gaming performace. I don't have to worry about the technology in my hand, it just performs. A great device. I use this unit to fly combat missions in Microsoft's various Flight Simulators and in piloting a Mech during Mechwarrior battles. The unit makes the transition easily.
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