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Gimbal Joystick with Adapter (#27808)
v1.2 11/13/2019 Page 9 of 9
Mechanical Adjustment
There are three mechanical adjustments possible which affect the operation and feel of the joystick.
Loosening or tightening the screws on the underside of the joystick labeled
A
,
B
, and
C
in the photo
below, will effect these adjustments:
These are the possible adjustments:
•
Screw A:
Loosen for a spring return-to-center on the vertical axis. Tighten to disable the return-
to-center action.
•
Screw B:
Loosen to remove friction from the vertical axis. Tighten to add friction.
•
Screw C:
Loosen to remove detents from the vertical axis. Tighten to add detents.
Resources and Downloads
Check for the latest version of this document and example programs, including the
joystick.spin
object,
from the
Quad-Bearing Gimbal Joystick
product page. Go to www.parallax.com and search “
27808”
.
Revision History
Version 1.0 – original release.
Version 1.1 – clarified Spin and BASIC Stamp program example instructions.
Revision 1.2 – corrected circuit in picture on bottom of page 3.
