#4388008 - 11/03/17 01:20 PM
HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Debolestis gimbal for use bearings, 3D printed "kit" by Shapeways for DIY assembly - explained in the topic. This gimbal basic mechanics is similar to famous CubPilot UberNXT - no longer produced. https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=195464The gimbal is optimized for use GVL224 "MagRES" contacless sensor PCB (~$10 - sales topic there), that work in analog mode and allow use Cougar default PCB controller, but can use TLE5010/11 contactless sensors in digital mode (assembled PCB available in Aliexpress) through Arduino/Teensy + MMjoy2 firmware, or use DIY ordinary HALL sensor assembly, template for fixation points in the topic.
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#4388273 - 11/04/17 10:30 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Haha yeah, those are all very good reasons for not using the stock board and derp -it even says 'debolestis' right on it lol That said, even with great native support on a game I still prefer to do it all through TARGET when possible. Even if there is no direct functionality to be gained (rarely is that true), if I ever have to reinstall the game, use a random client, dodge a controls wipe during a patch etc it's really nice to have that all separate from the game (kb emulation of default bindings etc) and I find it easier to keep track of my bindings and update them when needed. While DCS has great native support, I use my cockpit and hardware in early access games and such (controls seem to be the LAST thing devs think is relevant for today's kbm crowd) as well as using controls for games that do not support them at all and TARGET has provided me the tools I need to compensate in those situations where others failed. For a single program seems more comprehensive than any of the alternatives that I know of, but is easy to use and still works great for basic stuff too. Joystick Gremlin was born out of such a need (Star Citizen pre-alpha controls shenanigans) but for non TARGET capable devices and so far seems as close as any other software gets as I understand it but I haven't tested it on thorny edge cases like to see if it can do absolute mouse emulation in MWO. Joy2Key is the only other mouse emulator I know of that works besides TARGET (tried a lot), however it lacks critical features like being able to fine tune gain in x and y or manipulate many other aspects of the axes so is not a viable substitute plus is messier to work with than TARGET. For most people's needs especially in established flight sims though the complication requirements are admittedly light and most programs would suffice.
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#4399656 - 01/12/18 10:04 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Hey Sokol1 Where did you see that TLE5010 board on aliexpress? I can't seem to locate it?
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#4399664 - 01/12/18 10:36 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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#4399680 - 01/13/18 12:23 AM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Thanks. It says "item not available"
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#4404153 - 02/08/18 06:25 AM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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#4404195 - 02/08/18 02:54 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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#4533879 - 08/17/20 01:22 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Mr_Blastman Ask in Debolestis topic in DCS forum, he can inform better. He use this gimbal at more than 2 years, and seems ordered custom springs, back in time sell 4 springs for $10. . https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=195464
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#4545017 - 11/15/20 01:07 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Are these gimbals still available? I cant find the topic for "Debolestis"? Thanks
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#4545041 - 11/15/20 05:38 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Cougar replacement gimbal is in DCS World forum, section Thrustmaster. BTW - An (another) forum college have problem with Shapeways 3D printed parts, an spring support cracked.If want try, ask Debolestis for reinforce this part before order print. But, since you already have the UberNXT gimbal, made in CNC, bearings, if find Midori Hall for replacement expensive($100+), look at Rel4y MR sensor (in DCS World forum) as alternative, they cost around 20 Euro each. "MR" is based on KMZ-41, same sensor used by GVL224 (as MagRez), VKB (as MaRS) and I think Komarrof sensor used by Slaw pedal. Will be need create a support for this new sensor PCS and the Neodimium magneto, not difficult, can be made in 3D Print.
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#4545045 - 11/15/20 06:10 PM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Thanks for the response, I have no idea how much trouble it would be to try and get a mount for a different sensor. it bothers the hell out of me to drop $100 on a sensor that I'm not even sure is a problem. Its weird that all was well until I replaced the springs. Anyway, thanks for the feedback. I was considering a whole new gimbal set to solve the problem for sure.
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#4545094 - 11/16/20 12:57 AM
Re: HOTAS Cougar replacement gimbal
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Other then checking for free rotation, no. I have the means to test with a mutimeter, but i have no idea which wires to test for what values.
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