About The Joystick

A compact joystick that has simple features to enable greater access to computers with USB ports. Compatible with Xbox Adaptive Controller too!.

The Optima Joystick is a compact, desktop joystick that can assist with enabling greater access to PCs for a variety of computer users.

The Optima Joystick is specifically designed for cursor movement to respond to the lightest touch (0.5 Newtons) for accurate, cursor navigation and precise targeting of objects on the computer screen while takign up the minimum amount of desk space.

The Optima Joystick also features a low profile providing a natural hand rest for comfortable operation, and will work with PS2 and USB compatible computers.

Features

• Robust Construction and Ergonomic Design.
• Light touch joystick movement (0.5 Newtons).
• Precise tracking and cursor control.
• Four Cursor speed settings (With Audible Alert).
• Low profile providing a natural hand rest for comfortable operation.
• Three in-built buttons - Left/Right and Drag Lock buttons.
• Colour coded buttons mounted sub-flush to prevent accidental activation.
• In-built sitch jacks to operate the Left and Right click buttons via alternative switches.
• Easy 'plug and play' installation (no additional drivers required).
• Auto detecting PS2 and USB protocols.

Speed Control Setting

The Optima Joystick has four cursor speed settings. To change the speed, press and hold down the Drag Lock button until you hear a 'warbling' sound and then release. Simple.

There are four speed settings and the centre button gives the user access to a ‘drag’ feature, allowing the left click to be engaged for an extended period, for example when moving an icon on screen.

Additionally, the unit is switch adapted via two 3.5mm sockets, giving the same switch functions as the red and yellow buttons.

Installation

Switch on your computer and the Optima Joystick automatically configures itself to either PS2 or USB operation and is ready to use once you boot-up the computer. No driver files are required.

Included Acccesories.

Three knobs are supplied with the Joystick for added flexibility:

1. Acorn knob for general purpose use
2. T-Bar knob for users who need to grip the stick
3. Large diameter foam ball for users who need to push the stick to achieve cursor movement. Also allows the stick to be moved by wrist or forearm, for example.