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2024-07-23 8:31 pm
I have a USB steering wheel for gaming with a simulator. In my case it is a farming simulator.
Brand is Speedlink. It is not the latest product, got it second-hand.
I am not content with the perormance of it.
I think it is interesting to configure it for your own desires.
All the functions of the simulator can be performed by a keyoard, so why not program a controller that lets the steering wheel act as a keyboard?
What would be needed to know is the code that is sent via USB by a standard keyboard. A special task is the code that is made out of the potentiometer from the pedals, and the steering wheel itself. My idea is also to add some more buttons for additional functions.
I think I am not the first person having ideas like this. Any ideas?
2024-07-24 3:12 am
It actually would be pretty straightforward. What you are suggesting is an "HID," or Human Interface Device. Examples of HIDs are keyboards, mice, and joysticks.
The Raspberry Pi Pico would be a good choice for such a project, as it can be configured to act as an HID - many other microcontrollers can do this as well, but the Pico is really inexpensive.
It's an interesting idea, and I will consider it. Thank you for suggesting it.
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Bill
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