In connection with the rapid development of the computer and gaming industry, new devices began to appear on the market for the expanded use of familiar computer games. Kits including handlebars and pedals became such innovations. Today, some games require a steering wheel, which was also invented parallel to its land-based counterpart. When connecting these innovations, problems may arise associated with the absence of specific software in the operating system.
It is necessary
Interactive car driver kit
Instructions
Step 1
When installing this device, you should pay attention to the correct step-by-step connection. As a rule, the instructions that come with this device help to fully answer all questions related to the connection. It is necessary to connect a new device according to these instructions. If you have a disc with drivers, install them. You can continue to connect this device with fine tuning.
Step 2
As part of the Windows XP operating system, there is a utility that can help you set up the steering wheel and pedals. Click the "Start" menu - select "Control Panel" - "Game Controllers". A new "Gaming Devices" window will appear on the screen. This window displays a list of installed gaming equipment. If this is your first time installing tools for games, the list will be empty. To add a new device, click the "Add" button.
Step 3
In the "Add a game device" window that opens, find the "Game devices" list and select the type of equipment to be connected. Check the box next to "Connect steering wheel and pedals" at the bottom of the menu.
Step 4
In the window that opens, select the type of your device, if your device was not there, click the "Other" button. In the new window, select one of the following options:
- joystick;
- game tablet;
- steering wheel or control handle;
- driving a racing car.
Step 5
Select the desired type and indicate the number of directions that will be used by your device (2 or 4). It is also worth specifying the number of buttons on the panel of your device. Among other settings, you can enable switching of the view (top view, cockpit view, rear view). To activate this mode, enable the POV switch option. The last step in setting up a new device is to enter its name in the "Controller" field. Then click the "OK" button to return to the main Game Controllers window.
