Joystick - Revision history

Carney at 15:59, 4 September 2024

2024-09-04T15:59:42Z

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			[[Category:Joysticks]]
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Carney: /* Replacement parts */

2024-08-17T20:06:12Z

Replacement parts

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	== Replacement parts ==		== Replacement parts ==

	* [~~Tandy/Radio Shack Color Computer Joystick Buttons](~~https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2502281) at Thingiverse		* [https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2502281 Tandy/Radio Shack Color Computer Joystick Buttons] at Thingiverse

	== Related links ==		== Related links ==

Carney: /* Hi-Res Joystick Hardware */ no need for bolding.

2023-06-13T22:19:52Z

Hi-Res Joystick Hardware: no need for bolding.

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	=[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]=		=[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]=
	*~~'''~~[[Tandy Hi-Res Joystick Adapter]]~~'''~~		*[[Tandy Hi-Res Joystick Adapter]]
	*~~'''~~[[CocoMax]]~~'''~~		*[[CocoMax]]
	*~~'''~~[[Dual Hi-Res Joystick Adapter]]~~'''~~		*[[Dual Hi-Res Joystick Adapter]]
	*~~'''~~[[Hi-Res Joystick Software]]~~'''~~		*[[Hi-Res Joystick Software]]

Barberd at 16:50, 15 December 2022

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	Like the iconic Atari 2600 joystick, it was black with a single red action button, but it had substantial differences.		Like the iconic Atari 2600 joystick, it was black with a single red action button, but it had substantial differences.

	The RadioShack CoCo joystick was a black trapezoidal box, sized and meant to have its bottom face resting in the palm of an upturned hand. It had a single red fire/action button in the front face meant to be pressed with the holding hand's index finger, and which had a distinct click or snap when engaged.		The RadioShack CoCo joystick was a black trapezoidal box, sized and meant to have its bottom face resting in the palm of an upturned hand. It had a single red fire/action button in the front face meant to be pressed with the holding hand's index finger, and which had a distinct click or snap when engaged. They are affectionately called 'black beauties.'

	The stick itself was thin and short, designed to be gripped with the fingers of the other hand like a pencil or chopstick. At first the stick was metal; later versions were of the same black plastic as the rest of the device and were more susceptible to being bent in place or snapped. It was relatively small and delicate because it was analog rather than digital, enabling finely detailed control.		The stick itself was thin and short, designed to be gripped with the fingers of the other hand like a pencil or chopstick. At first the stick was metal; later versions were of the same black plastic as the rest of the device and were more susceptible to being bent in place or snapped. It was relatively small and delicate because it was analog rather than digital, enabling finely detailed control.

MagicFab: Added cat no.

2021-03-28T23:25:28Z

Added cat no.

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	The '''Radio Shack ~~CoCo joystick~~''' ~~was~~ the standard joystick sold for the CoCo by Radio Shack. Nearly all CoCo games and other applications were compatible with it.
			The '''Radio Shack TRS-80 Color Computer Joystick Controllers''' were the standard joystick pair sold for the CoCo by Radio Shack, identified by catalog number 26-3008. Nearly all CoCo games and other applications were compatible with it.

			An improved version with 2 buttons and self-centering mechanism, the [[Deluxe Joystick]], was also available.

	Like the iconic Atari 2600 joystick, it was black with a single red action button, but it had substantial differences.		Like the iconic Atari 2600 joystick, it was black with a single red action button, but it had substantial differences.
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	[[File:Deluxe Joystick.jpeg\|thumb\|500px\|IBM PC Jr and Deluxe Joysticks]]		[[File:Deluxe Joystick.jpeg\|thumb\|500px\|IBM PC Jr and Deluxe Joysticks]]
	[[File:ArcherJoystick.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|Archer Joystick]]		[[File:ArcherJoystick.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|Archer Joystick]]
	~~[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o--xdETKRE Joysticks Video Review]~~

	*[~~[Deluxe~~ Joystick]]		== Replacement parts ==
	*[[Sampling\|Programming reading joystick]]
			* [Tandy/Radio Shack Color Computer Joystick Buttons](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2502281) at Thingiverse

			== Related links ==

			* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o--xdETKRE Joysticks Video Review]
			* [[Sampling\|Programming reading joystick]]

	=[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]=		=[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]=

Luis46coco at 20:43, 14 April 2017

2017-04-14T20:43:44Z

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	*[[Deluxe Joystick]]		*[[Deluxe Joystick]]
	*[[Sampling\|Programming reading joystick]]		*[[Sampling\|Programming reading joystick]]
	*[[Hi-Res Joystick ~~Hardware~~]]
	*[[Hi-Res Joystick Software]]		=[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]=
			*'''[[Tandy Hi-Res Joystick Adapter]]'''
			*'''[[CocoMax]]'''
			*'''[[Dual Hi-Res Joystick Adapter]]'''
			*'''[[Hi-Res Joystick Software]]'''

Luis46coco at 20:33, 14 April 2017

2017-04-14T20:33:55Z

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	[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o--xdETKRE Joysticks Video Review]		[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o--xdETKRE Joysticks Video Review]

			*[[Deluxe Joystick]]
	*[[Sampling\|Programming reading joystick]]		*[[Sampling\|Programming reading joystick]]
	*[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]		*[[Hi-Res Joystick Hardware]]
	*[[Hi-Res Joystick Software]]		*[[Hi-Res Joystick Software]]

Luis46coco at 02:46, 14 April 2017

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	Thus the CoCo joystick was, in a sense, a trackball or upside-down mouse with a stick attached to the ball. With it, one could draw loops around objects in [[DoubleBack]] or quickly fling the trampoline holders across the screen in [[Clowns and Balloons]].		Thus the CoCo joystick was, in a sense, a trackball or upside-down mouse with a stick attached to the ball. With it, one could draw loops around objects in [[DoubleBack]] or quickly fling the trampoline holders across the screen in [[Clowns and Balloons]].

	~~----~~

	~~'''Manual'''~~
	~~'''TANDY®'''~~
	~~'''High-Resolution Joystick Interface Owners Manual'''~~
	** Special Software is Required
	~~The High-Resolution Joystick Interface is specially designed for use with the Tandy Color Computer 2 or Tandy Color Computer 3.~~
	Used with the Deluxe Joystick or Color Mouse, the Interface provides a highly accurate method of cursor control that can access up to 640 x 192 pixel resolution. It utilizes the cassette output of the Color Computer to convert analog voltage levels of the joystick into pulses of varying duty cycles.
	This conversion requires special software which will provide the necessary pulses into the Interface. Ask for information on available software which supports the High-Resolution Joystick Interface at your Radio Shack Computer Center or store.
	~~'''PRECAUTIONS'''~~
	~~The Interface is a very precise electrical device. Handle it with care. Do not drop, hit, or subject it to shock.~~
	~~• Do not attempt to pull out the connectors by the cables. It may cause damage to the cable and the connectors.~~
	~~• Do not carry the lnterface by the cable.~~
	~~• Do not use the Interface in extreme temperatures (either high or low) or in direct sunlight.~~
	~~• Do not spill liquid on the Interface.~~
	~~• Do not disassemble the Interface.~~
	~~• Should your Interface fail to operate properly, take it to your local Radio Shack Computer Center or store.~~
	~~SPECIFICATIONS~~
	~~Resolution: 640 x 192~~
	~~Operating Temp. Range: 55 to 85ºF~~
	~~(12.8 to 29.4ºC)~~
	~~Storage Temp. Range: -40 to 180ºF~~
	~~(-40 to 71ºC)~~
	~~Humidity: 40% to 80% RH~~
	~~(non-condensing)~~

	~~'''INSTALLATION'''~~
	~~Before connecting the Interface, be sure that power to the Color Computer and peripherals is turned off.~~
	~~1. Connect the 6pm DIN connector 1 of the Interface to one of the 2 JOYSTICK lacks of the Color Computer.~~
	~~2. Connect the 5pin DIN connector 2 of the lnterface to the CASS jack of the Color Computer.~~
	~~3. Connect the 8-pin DIN connector of the Deluxe Joystick to the jack 3 on the Interface.~~
	~~'''OPERATION'''~~
	~~Your joystick or color mouse will operate just as if were connected directly to the Color Computer. Note, however, that the resolution on the display will be 10 times higher than normal.~~
	~~To begin using the Color Computer with the Interface, load the appropriate program and RUN it.~~


	[[File:Deluxe Joystick.jpeg\|thumb\|500px\|IBM PC Jr and Deluxe Joysticks]]		[[File:Deluxe Joystick.jpeg\|thumb\|500px\|IBM PC Jr and Deluxe Joysticks]]

Luis46coco at 02:45, 14 April 2017

2017-04-14T02:45:27Z

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	Thus the CoCo joystick was, in a sense, a trackball or upside-down mouse with a stick attached to the ball. With it, one could draw loops around objects in [[DoubleBack]] or quickly fling the trampoline holders across the screen in [[Clowns and Balloons]].		Thus the CoCo joystick was, in a sense, a trackball or upside-down mouse with a stick attached to the ball. With it, one could draw loops around objects in [[DoubleBack]] or quickly fling the trampoline holders across the screen in [[Clowns and Balloons]].

	Manual		----
	TANDY®
	High-Resolution Joystick Interface Owners Manual		'''Manual'''
			'''TANDY®'''
			'''High-Resolution Joystick Interface Owners Manual'''
	** Special Software is Required		** Special Software is Required
	The High-Resolution Joystick Interface is specially designed for use with the Tandy Color Computer 2 or Tandy Color Computer 3.		The High-Resolution Joystick Interface is specially designed for use with the Tandy Color Computer 2 or Tandy Color Computer 3.
	Used with the Deluxe Joystick or Color Mouse, the Interface provides a highly accurate method of cursor control that can access up to 640 x 192 pixel resolution. It utilizes the cassette output of the Color Computer to convert analog voltage levels of the joystick into pulses of varying duty cycles.		Used with the Deluxe Joystick or Color Mouse, the Interface provides a highly accurate method of cursor control that can access up to 640 x 192 pixel resolution. It utilizes the cassette output of the Color Computer to convert analog voltage levels of the joystick into pulses of varying duty cycles.
	This conversion requires special software which will provide the necessary pulses into the Interface. Ask for information on available software which supports the High-Resolution Joystick Interface at your Radio Shack Computer Center or store.		This conversion requires special software which will provide the necessary pulses into the Interface. Ask for information on available software which supports the High-Resolution Joystick Interface at your Radio Shack Computer Center or store.
	PRECAUTIONS		'''PRECAUTIONS'''
	The Interface is a very precise electrical device. Handle it with care. Do not drop, hit, or subject it to shock.		The Interface is a very precise electrical device. Handle it with care. Do not drop, hit, or subject it to shock.
	• Do not attempt to pull out the connectors by the cables. It may cause damage to the cable and the connectors.		• Do not attempt to pull out the connectors by the cables. It may cause damage to the cable and the connectors.
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	(non-condensing)		(non-condensing)

	INSTALLATION		'''INSTALLATION'''
	Before connecting the Interface, be sure that power to the Color Computer and peripherals is turned off.		Before connecting the Interface, be sure that power to the Color Computer and peripherals is turned off.
	1. Connect the 6pm DIN connector 1 of the Interface to one of the 2 JOYSTICK lacks of the Color Computer.		1. Connect the 6pm DIN connector 1 of the Interface to one of the 2 JOYSTICK lacks of the Color Computer.
	2. Connect the 5pin DIN connector 2 of the lnterface to the CASS jack of the Color Computer.		2. Connect the 5pin DIN connector 2 of the lnterface to the CASS jack of the Color Computer.
	3. Connect the 8-pin DIN connector of the Deluxe Joystick to the jack 3 on the Interface.		3. Connect the 8-pin DIN connector of the Deluxe Joystick to the jack 3 on the Interface.
	OPERATION		'''OPERATION'''
	Your joystick or color mouse will operate just as if were connected directly to the Color Computer. Note, however, that the resolution on the display will be 10 times higher than normal.		Your joystick or color mouse will operate just as if were connected directly to the Color Computer. Note, however, that the resolution on the display will be 10 times higher than normal.
	To begin using the Color Computer with the Interface, load the appropriate program and RUN it.		To begin using the Color Computer with the Interface, load the appropriate program and RUN it.

Luis46coco at 02:44, 14 April 2017

2017-04-14T02:44:11Z

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	Thus the CoCo joystick was, in a sense, a trackball or upside-down mouse with a stick attached to the ball. With it, one could draw loops around objects in [[DoubleBack]] or quickly fling the trampoline holders across the screen in [[Clowns and Balloons]].		Thus the CoCo joystick was, in a sense, a trackball or upside-down mouse with a stick attached to the ball. With it, one could draw loops around objects in [[DoubleBack]] or quickly fling the trampoline holders across the screen in [[Clowns and Balloons]].

			Manual
			TANDY®
			High-Resolution Joystick Interface Owners Manual
			** Special Software is Required
			The High-Resolution Joystick Interface is specially designed for use with the Tandy Color Computer 2 or Tandy Color Computer 3.
			Used with the Deluxe Joystick or Color Mouse, the Interface provides a highly accurate method of cursor control that can access up to 640 x 192 pixel resolution. It utilizes the cassette output of the Color Computer to convert analog voltage levels of the joystick into pulses of varying duty cycles.
			This conversion requires special software which will provide the necessary pulses into the Interface. Ask for information on available software which supports the High-Resolution Joystick Interface at your Radio Shack Computer Center or store.
			PRECAUTIONS
			The Interface is a very precise electrical device. Handle it with care. Do not drop, hit, or subject it to shock.
			• Do not attempt to pull out the connectors by the cables. It may cause damage to the cable and the connectors.
			• Do not carry the lnterface by the cable.
			• Do not use the Interface in extreme temperatures (either high or low) or in direct sunlight.
			• Do not spill liquid on the Interface.
			• Do not disassemble the Interface.
			• Should your Interface fail to operate properly, take it to your local Radio Shack Computer Center or store.
			SPECIFICATIONS
			Resolution: 640 x 192
			Operating Temp. Range: 55 to 85ºF
			(12.8 to 29.4ºC)
			Storage Temp. Range: -40 to 180ºF
			(-40 to 71ºC)
			Humidity: 40% to 80% RH
			(non-condensing)

			INSTALLATION
			Before connecting the Interface, be sure that power to the Color Computer and peripherals is turned off.
			1. Connect the 6pm DIN connector 1 of the Interface to one of the 2 JOYSTICK lacks of the Color Computer.
			2. Connect the 5pin DIN connector 2 of the lnterface to the CASS jack of the Color Computer.
			3. Connect the 8-pin DIN connector of the Deluxe Joystick to the jack 3 on the Interface.
			OPERATION
			Your joystick or color mouse will operate just as if were connected directly to the Color Computer. Note, however, that the resolution on the display will be 10 times higher than normal.
			To begin using the Color Computer with the Interface, load the appropriate program and RUN it.


	[[File:Deluxe Joystick.jpeg\|thumb\|500px\|IBM PC Jr and Deluxe Joysticks]]		[[File:Deluxe Joystick.jpeg\|thumb\|500px\|IBM PC Jr and Deluxe Joysticks]]