Amiga Smart Port TM Hardware Technical Notes December 2, 1993 The information contained in this file is intended to correct items omitted or changed since the instruction manual was published. MOUSE MODE SWITCH The mouse mode switch is provided to allow the mouse to work at the same time as a rudder pedal or analog throttle device. To accomplish this, the mouse mode switch "borrows" the line used by the middle mouse button on MOUSE PORT 1. Unless you have a three button mouse, it is recommended that you leave the mouse mode switch in the "special" mode. That is, switched towards the cable connectors. The only time that the switch should be moved to the normal mode is when using a three button mouse or three button track ball. SmartPortCal UTILITY PROGRAM The SmartPortCal Utility Program, Version 1.0, supplied with Amiga Smart Port, has been linked to unusual behavior in several games. Upon exiting the program, SmartPortCal places the Amiga in the Commodore recommended mode. Apparently, this mode is not expected by some game software. If you use the SmartPortCal program, you should reboot your system before playing any games. The SmartPortCal program should be used to adjust the analog joystick and rudder pedal settings during the initial installation. It is not necessary to calibrate the Smart Port again unless you change equipment, tamper with the analog settings, or move the Smart Port to another Amiga. BEETLE MOUSE and the AMIGA 500 When using the Amiga Smart Port with an Amiga 500, a Beetle Mouse cannot be used. The Beetle Mouse by itself draws most of the current produced by the 500. When the Beetle mouse is used with the Smart Port, the current draw is too high. However, the Beetle mouse can be used in conjunction with the Amiga Smart Port on any other type of Amiga. There has been no reports of incompatibility with any other mouse. FIGHTER DUEL PRO AND PRO 2 RUDDER PEDAL SETUP The list below gives a step-by-step guide to set up rudder pedals, an analog stick, and a system mouse (using the Game Port Adapter or Rudder Pedal Adapter) to work with the amazing Fighter Duel Pro Flight Simulator. 1. Make sure the equipment is connected as shown in the iff picture "PC Pedals AirCraft Setup" (Preferred) or the picture "PC PEDALS Configuration". Both of these pictures are found in the directory "Connection Diagrams". NOTE: If you are using the IDD PC Pedals TM, make sure the PC Pedals joystick switch 1 is in the normal mode and switch 2 is in the reversed mode on the left side panel. The Game Port Adapter is not necessary when using the PC Pedals. Skip to step 3. 2. If you are using the Game Port Adapter, make sure that the switch for joystick 1 is in the normal mode and the joystick 2 switch is in the reversed mode. Also make sure the trigger switch is in the "OFF" position. If using the Rudder Pedal Adapter, simply plug in the adapter as shown. An adapter is necessary to switch the X and Y analog lines around so that the rudder pedals can make use of the free middle mouse button line. 3. Place the mouse mode switch in the "special" mode. This is done by moving the switch towards the cable connectors. 4. Make sure the mouse is activated by pressing the left mouse button. Make sure the "PC2" indicator light is off. 5. Activate the analog joystick by pressing the fire button. The "PC1" indicator light should be on. 6. Start the Fighter Duel Pro software and don't forget to select the rudder pedal option off of the menu. GAME COMPATIBILITY The Amiga Smart Port is compatible with all Amiga software currently supporting the analog joystick(s); that is those using the reversed IBM X/Y axis configuration. NOTE: See the file "Game Charts" for a synopsis of compatible games and available upgrades. IDD ANALOG Upgrades InterACTIVE Digital Devices is now developing several analog upgrades to enhance the playability of some games when used with the Amiga Smart Port. As upgrades are completed, they will be placed on the IDD Bulletin Board System at (318) 365-2667 or you may call IDD to get the latest Upgrade set available shipped to you. These Upgrades are available to all Amiga Smart Port owners! NOTE: Any upgrade diskettes purchased from IDD will include FREE keyboard reference cards. These are sturdy cards which show all new key assignments. A perfect complement to the reference cards included with the games. The latest upgrade set will contain all of the upgrades found on earlier releases. Upgrade diskettes can be purchased directly from IDD by sending a check or money order for $6.00 to cover the cost of the diskette and shipping. (If ordering from USA) International orders please consult the shipping info chart in the PC Pedals Info Drawer. If you call our BBS, there is no charge for downloading any upgrades. All upgrade programs are copyright of InterACTIVE Digital Devices. The user is free to make copies for archival purposes only. Alterations of these upgrades is strictly forbidden. ANALOG Upgrade SET 2.3 The following upgrades can be found on the Analog Upgrade 2.3 Diskette: UPGRADE NAME DESCRIPTION --------------------- ------------------------------------------------- FS2 Upgrade Flight Simulator II Upgrade for Amigas FS2 Upgrade A500 Special Flight Simulator II Upgrade for the Amiga 500 KOTS Upgrade Knights of the Sky Upgrade for Amigas F15 II Upgrade F15 Strike Eagle II Upgrade for Amigas GunShip 2000 Upgrade GunShip 2000 Upgrade for Amigas BOP Upgrade Birds of Prey Upgrade for Amigas FA-18 Upgrade FA-18 Interceptor Upgrade for Amigas INSTALLATION Please read the documentation files included with each Upgrade Disk. You will find detailed installation and operating instructions. Knights of the Sky, F15 Strike Eagle II, GunShip 2000 are copyright of MicroProse. Flight Simulator II is copyright of subLOGIC Corporation. Birds of Prey,FA-18 Interceptor are copyright of Electronic Arts All Updates are copyright of InterACTIVE Digital Devices. All rights reserved.