> > Leave that dinosaur, that doesn't even belong in the last decade. > > No, thanks. I've had my HotRod SE since 2001. The joystick, buttons, control panel > and finish are still in excellent condition even after 10+ years. > > The only issue was it was built for PS/2 ports and not USB. It needed an updated > encoder and port. What I was pointed to, utilized, and recommend was relatively easy > to install and works beautifully. > > Additionally, I already own a stand alone trackball and had no further needs. The > HotRod SE is the right size too and fits perfectly in the space I have allocated and > left for an arcade controller. > > For the size, quality and durability, the HotRod SE fulfills my needs. The only thing > 'broken' was relatively easily replaced; no need to toss the rest of the hardware > out, especially considering the condition and quality of the product. > > It would have cost me a hell of a lot more, if not in money, definitely in resources > and time to try and build something of similar quality.
You're not understanding. The two sensible options are:
- keep it with an...appropriate....machine
- change out the encoder with a real one
Consider it high comedy....sincere tragedy....whatever...don't take it personally.
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