OPTIMA Joystick
works with USB and PS/2 compatible computers including PCs, Macs and
Chromebooks.
Compatibility
Ensure your computer is fully turned off and not just in standby. Locate the relevant USB or PS/2
socket and plug in your
OPTIMA Joystick
. If using PS/2 connectivity, you will need to use the
supplied USB/PS2 adaptor.
Switch on your computer and
OPTIMA Joystick
automatically configures itself and is ready to use
once boot-up is complete. No driver files are required.
Installation
Cursor Speed
To change the speed setting while in Learn Mode, press the middle button briefly. Each time you
do so, the unit emits a number of beeps, between 1 and 4. One beep indicates the lowest speed and
4 the highest. The speed of the cursor changes immediately, allowing you to experiment until the
best setting is found.
Left-Handed Operation
The left and right buttons may be swapped around, which is particularly useful for left-landed
users. To change this setting, press the left button while in Learn Mode. One beep indicates the
unit is set to standard ‘right-handed’ mode, whereas two beeps indicates ‘left-handed’ operation.
Double Click
Right-click may be substituted with Double-Click, which is useful for users who have difficulty in
double-clicking quickly enough for the computer to recognise. To change this setting, press the
right button briefly while in Learn Mode. One beep indicates the unit is set to standard
‘right-click’ mode, whereas two beeps indicates ‘Double-Click’ operation.
Buzzer On/Off
OPTIMA Joystick
is fitted with a buzzer which gives an audible indication of operations such as
drag lock and unlock, double-click, entering Learn Mode etc. When
OPTIMA Joystick
is used in a
classroom setting, where there may be many units in close proximity, it may be beneficial to turn
off the buzzer. To achieve this,
press and hold
the right button while in Learn Mode, until two long
beeps are heard. The buzzer is now disabled, although it will still operate while in Learn Mode.
Repeating the above operation will re-enable it.
All of the above settings may be changed as often as required while in Learn Mode, allowing you to
experiment with the settings until the best configuration is found. Once you are happy with the
settings, they may be stored in the non-volatile memory by
pressing and holding
the middle
button once again, until the warbling tone is heard. Normal operation then resumes.
Note that if both left-handed operation and Double-Click are selected, the buttons will function
as Double-Click, Drag and Left Click, reading from left to right.
Also note that the function of the sockets for external switches reproduces the function of the
internal buttons, according to the above settings.
The unit automatically leaves Learn Mode, and any changes are discarded, if the settings remain
unchanged for more than a minute.
There are a number of settings to allow you to configure
OPTIMA Joystick
to your exact
requirements. These are all programmed using Learn Mode and are stored in an internal,
non-volatile memory so they are automatically recalled each time you use the unit, even if you
swap computers.
To make changes to the settings, you must first go into Learn Mode.
Press and hold
the middle
button until a warbling tone is heard. The unit is now in Learn Mode and is able to accept changes
to the settings, as follows:
Learn Mode
Features
• Plug and Play USB and PS/2 operation and requires no drivers.
• PC, Mac and Chromebook compatible.
• Switchable to Gaming output for full compatibility
with Xbox Adaptive Controller
• Light touch joystick movement.
• User-selectable cursor speed settings.
• Drag lock and double click features.
• Sockets to operate left and right click from remote switches.
• Robust construction and ergonomic design.
• Industry-standard mounting option.
• Optional left-handed operation.
