FSX rudder problems

[mike mo]

I cannot get 2 different sets of CH pro rudder pedals to function properly. I have done everything conceivable with hardware, must be software. Left pedal has 2 positions, 5 degrees and full. Both left and right pedals produce HUGE overshoot such that I am doing S turns around the runway (or taxiway) centerline. I have seen many other references to this problem, but no functional answers. Anyone know of a patch, which seems to be obviously needed here?

[johnost]

Sorry can not help you, but I should mention that over the years I have had exactly the same problem with two sets of CH pedals and - changing to using twist grip on two joy sticks - same thing has happened with them. The only fix I could find in each case was to purchase a new device! While it seems to be a computer problem, when so many devices go wrong the same way, the fact that new pedals and joysticks in each case solved the problem for a while, tells me that the problem lies with the design of the controls.

[pschlute]

You are sure it is software related but have failed to tell us what software you use.... FSX controls/CH software/FSUIPC ?

 

In my experience you will get best results by not installing the CH software and using FSUIPC to assign and calibrate controller hardware.

[N944RC Randy]

I do not know if you have tried CH Control Manager to calibrate your pedals but that is what I use and have used for years with no problems. It is a free utility from CH.

Randy

[mike mo]

tried all the above.

[mike mo]

yes, that produced best results, but no matter how I calibrate I still get monster overyaw, literally S-turning down the runway. What version are you using?

[mike mo]

bought new pots, then new pedals. No change. What version of fsx are you using? Mine is gold with accelerator.

[jandjfrench]

Hi mike,

I'm baffled by your initial post where you say "Left pedal has 2 positions, 5 degrees and full". And the problem is apparently the same with 2 sets of pedals and you've done everything conceivable with the hardware. I just want you to know I've read this and am pretty much ignoring it and going on to make some general suggestions.

Initially, I recommend checking the pedals outside of FSX in Control panel. If there is any non-linearity in the response it is likely due to a dirty control. Here's a link that will aid in correcting this: https://app.box.com/s/4szwg1dh37zaeijj849xqodstcpfys7b

I previously (about 2 years ago) had a problem with a dirty control (pot) and successfully cleaned it with denatured alcohol and then a small amount of light oil. To make this clear when I say small amount I mean after dipping a toothpick in oil, wiping it clean, and then applying it to where the wiper contacts the resistive surface and then moving the pot to the extremes several times. In a previous post in which I offered this suggestion I didn't make it clear as to how much oil I was referring.

And the S turns are a problem. I suggest mainly judicious use of the brakes and, as in a car, don't look at the ground immediately in front of you but at a distant point; this seems to help.

Jim F.

[il88pp]

It could be interference from another Usb device. Try unplugging your printer and other stuff, maybe even keyboard&mouse.

[napamule2]

The 'right amount of oil' should be zero. The best 'lubrication' is attained by rubbing the surfaces with a sheet of dryer anti-static 'rag'. There is enough oil (of the type that does not harden, or change chemically) that will rub off onto surfaces to do the job. My 2 cents.

Chuck B

Napamule