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> The programmability - big time. There is way more that can be done in
> programming this HOTAS than I even know. I am really enjoying delving into
> programming this thing to my liking. Ie, seperate Cougar profiles for
> individual games, with dead zone, axis curve, calibration, etc settings
> that can be loaded with the game file by using a simple use profile
> statement in the Cougar's game file. I have one for PF, one for EECH, etc.
> So I know, when downloading a game file, my axis response, curvers, etc
> are set to my liking for that particular sim.
>
> The support - the software and firmware are still being updated to be
> better, and readily available at Frugal's Cougar World.
>
> Things I would like to be better:
>
> Misaligned Speedbreak switch - although, I have ordered and received from
> Uber, a new speedbreak/dogfight switch housing that corrects this, just
> have not installed yet. I plan to do so sometime this weekend.
> Less tension on the stick, no center slop - I have a large hand and strong
> arm, so it is not too big a deal, but i do believe i would find it easier
> to hit a target with a less resistant stick assembly. The slop at center
> makes targeting more difficult, I can have my guns dead set on an enemy,
> and move stick slightly to climb, dive, bank to keep guns on target, and
> it won't move then suddenly jerks, causing my site on target to move off
> suddenly. I can still fight decently, just takes many more small movements
> on the stick to keep my guns on the target.
>
> I am already on the list for the next run, to get one of the Uber drop in
> mod's for my stick to correct the tension , make it smoother, and get rid
> of the center play. I am anxious to see how it does. For me, it is worth
> the expense as I already have an investment in the Cougar and really like
> it. I do not consider it something I " have" to do to get a decent working
> stick, as I said I have been using it stock for some time and really like
> it. I just would like to try this " enhancement".
>
> However, the comments on the CH setup intrigue me. I would be most
> interested in how the programming compares to the Cougar. I may purchase
> the CH setup, and if i really like it, I have another new in box Cougar I
> can always sell.
>
> I know some have gone from the Cougar to the CH and swear by the change.
> What was the single most thing that caused you to like it better and get
> rid or shelf your Cougar?
> Has anyone actually got a CH setup, that have a Cougar, and went back to
> the Cougar because they like it better?
>
>
>
> --
> Don Burnette
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