Difference between revisions of "Encoders"
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
| Line 11: | Line 11: | ||
*[[Gamepad Encoders]] | *[[Gamepad Encoders]] | ||
*[[Rotary Encoders]] | *[[Rotary Encoders]] | ||
| − | *[[Optical Encoders]] | + | *[[Optical Encoders|Mouse (Optical) Encoders]] |
Revision as of 07:41, 24 February 2006
An encoder is a specialized device that interprets presses and movements by your arcade controls and passes them along to be used by a computer. They can interpret keyboard, mouse, or gamepad commands, depending on the type and capability of the encoder. They depend on an external switch, such as a microswitch or a leafswitch to register commands.
Encoders are available from several vendors including:
- Ultimate Arcade Controls (Ultimarc)
There are four types of encoders presently available:
