I can move the stick about 3mm from side to side with just the tip of my fingers, without it being centered back. Is this normal?
1711937
I don't know is this normal or not, but I have not that issue. I guess it's not normal.
1711938
Not normal. Large spring on the vertical shaft should keep it centered. Spring force is less near the middle but it should always re-center.
1711939
Contact Amazon. Return shipping is FREE! Look up your order in your Account Tab and choose: Return or Replace Items They will give you a label to print, box it up, put the label on the box with tape, call USPS or UPS and they will take it back. Amazon will have the new one shipped the moment the old one arrives at their warehouse. It won't cost you a dime and you don't even have to leave your house. (I'm assuming that it arrived this way and you've had it for less than 30 days)
1711940
Mine moves but then recenters. 3mm is very small. It may not be reasonable to expect less tolerance. I don't know if the slop can be adjusted out, perhaps ask the manufacturer. Does that movement generate a signal? If not it shouldn't matter. If so, many games provide the option of setting a dead zone. I hope you can work it out.
1711941
I typically set a dead zone on all my sticks because I have never found one that returns to dead zero naturally. I also set a sensitivity curve that will generate a minimal signal with small movements. I have to adjust this for feel, for example a larger dead zone will create a jump when the zone is exceeded... not good. Some software does not allow this, but you can use the manufacturer's utility if available (I don't use it so I don't know for sure). Failing that I guess you need to use it as is and put up with some slop, or buy another product. Thrustmaster may be able to help you, give you a RMA (return refund), or maybe offer you a trade in on a more expensive stick. I wish you well. I typically set a dead zone on all my sticks because I have never found one that returns to dead zero naturally. I also set a sensitivity curve that will generate a minimal signal with small movements. I have to adjust this for feel, for example a larger dead zone will create a jump when the zone is exceeded... not good. Some software does not allow this, but you can use the manufacturer's utility if available (I don't use it so I don't know for sure). Failing that I guess you need to use it as is and put up with some slop, or buy another product. Thrustmaster may be able to help you, give... » Read More I typically set a dead zone on all my sticks because I have never found one that returns to dead zero naturally. I also set a sensitivity curve that will generate a minimal signal with small movements. I have to adjust this for feel, for example a larger dead zone will create a jump when the zone is exceeded... not good. Some software does not allow this, but you can use the manufacturer's utility if available (I don't use it so I don't know for sure). Failing that I guess you need to use it as is and put up with some slop, or buy another product. Thrustmaster may be able to help you, give you a RMA (return refund), or maybe offer you a trade in on a more expensive stick. I wish you well. « Show Less
1711942
Not normal. This stick has a very precise and solid feel. Contact Amazon for a Hassle-Free exchange.
1711943
My Thrustmaster has little or no "slop" from side to side or up/down. As I read before purchasing it, the hall effect is precise and there should be little null in it.
1711944
Mine has zero play and re-centers perfectly. I'd say that if the play doesn't interfere with your carrier landings then you're ok.
1711945
Contact Amazon. Return shipping is FREE!Look up your order in your Account Tab and choose: Return or Replace ItemsThey will give you a label to print, box it up, put the label on the box with tape, call USPS or UPS and they will take it back.Amazon will have the new one shipped the moment the old one arrives at their warehouse.It won't cost you a dime and you don't even have to leave your house.(I'm assuming that it arrived this way and you've had it for less than 30 days)
2016183
Mine is very tippy. I barely touch it. I would not recommend for people with small children. I will say that mine may be defective because it is so to be that I cannot believe it's supposed to be that way
1552856
Mine works perfectly fine! In fact, I am surprised how easily the mechanism guides the sticks through so smoothly. You may want to contact Stanley! This seems like a defect.Sorry to hear of this! Good luck.
516222
Hello Steven, this is an Axis based stick. With the CH when moving it in a diagonal motion you hit a sort of 'bump' when the axis cross over each other. Hope that answers your question.
1796572
Very slightly... I find that I position my arms wider than normal, but not in an uncomfortable way... I have not really thought much about it but I would guess that my hands are further out towards the ends of the grips because of this.
1312012
No! The stick should come with a tip! It should be a very nice stick! Mine is just fabulous!
1998502
I just checked, I didn't notice until you asked the question! Maybe a hair smaller, not like my fingers are cramped, but slightly closer together than my laptop that I'm typing on now....and I have thick fingers. But then again, I didn't even notice it until now to even have it be an issue.
222464
At first I did have that issue - it takes a bit of getting used to. I find that if I press the red button with my left index finger, I manage to hit it at the correct angle. Right hand doesn't work so well. I'm right handed btw
780838
The tines on mine are not movable. I believe this is normal due to the gearing.
1291810
Your thumbs, which work the roller part of the roller mouse, might be too far away if you're using one of those keyboards that slope upward. It may still be better than a regular mouse that you have to reach for. I hope that helps.
1441980
I have the same problem. You just have to press hard at the center Instread of touching it.
159096
We, also, had to cut off a couple of inches, but unfortunately I no longer remember getting the tip off even being an issue. Sorry. My husband still loves this walking stick & the sturdiness of it's construction.
1995004
No - it's very clicky in each of the four directions, and slightly sticky. I've found that even just using it as arrow keys is difficult, w.r.t. getting precise motion.
374006
No, I have never had that problem. I know the switch can be touchy, if it is not centered just right.
239925
That is too big. It's also too big to be cm. Maybe they meant the packaging? The actual stick is about 1.25 x .75 inches. It is about 1/16 inch thick. Hope this helps
1215606
Not really, just a tiny bit. Like if you were to just stretch and go back it's got a little tilt. I haven't tried testing it because I don't want to fall on my ass or break it lmao!
1780775
I noticed the center grind line near the tip isn't 100% even. It's not a glaring flaw but when you look close it is notable.