[simpits-tech] Multiple joysticks

[Robert Barringer]

Since I finally got a copy of FS2004 (the last version I had was 98, which 
went missing long ago), I can begin to seriously consider building a simpit. 
Unfortunately right now, since I'm moving soon, I don't have the time or 
space to construct a full-scale military cockpit like I originally planned, 
but I might be able to make a basic instrument panel or radio stack to make 
the sim easier and more realistic. I was thinking about building my own 
throttle quadrant with throttle controls for four engines, trim controls, 
flaps, the works, but I'm not sure about interfacing more than one 
joystick-port device with Win98SE. I guess I'd have to get a DB-15 to USB 
adapter as I only have one game port. Is there anything special I need to do 
to get something like that to work or would I just have to plug it in and 
calibrate it?


Also is there anywhere I can buy ready-made sim guages, with interface 
software? I don't have time to figure out how to control a bunch of stepping 
motors and servos, program everything, or  how to build the damn guages 
right now. When I get around to building my military pit I'll probably build 
everything myself, but  I just can't at the moment. I figure this simpit 
will be mostly plywood and parts from radio shack, but I'd like as much 
functionality as possible, without spending a fortune.

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