FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

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FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby dlarsen » Fri Apr 22, 2022 2:16

I am not sure how to connect the GA, with the SEM and a HID controller. I just ordered the HID controller, and it came in so I can put the SEM and GA stand alone. The FSM-GA is not going to work stand alone. what am I missing?

I just want to move this console to the left of my throttle from my stick.
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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby fallout9 » Fri Apr 22, 2022 3:49

The FSM-GA and SEM can't work independently in that setup, you will need another cable. This new cable will get plugged inside the FSM-GA in one of the JST sockets and will connect the FSM-GA to the SEM; this will free up the GNX HID controller's USB port inside the FSM-GA, which could now be used to plug into the PC.

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby dlarsen » Fri Apr 22, 2022 3:55

I would like them to work as one unit. I am not sure how that is done with the connectors on the inside? Do I have one of those wires in the box?

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby fallout9 » Fri Apr 22, 2022 5:31

Here is a good example on how to have 2 modules running together. The cable I was mentioning is a separate part and could be connected to either the FSM-GA or to your SEM.

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby dlarsen » Fri Apr 22, 2022 6:20

I saw the other link.. I get how it works. Yeah, Ok. Thank you.

I think it's fair that, that cable should be included with the HID controller. The idea that I now have have to order a 5$ part, with $27 in shipping.. Would it be possible to get a coupon?

Thanks for helping me out.

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby fallout9 » Fri Apr 22, 2022 19:22

That cable is not needed most of the time; for example if your 2 modules would be connected to NXT/EVO that would work without it, same if there are 3 modules on a single unit.
I understand the frustration to have to get through ordering new parts and paying for them, but unfortunately I can't do anything about the shipping costs, as those are out of our control. I could ask the sales dept not to charge you for the cable though, if that helps at this point.

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby dlarsen » Fri Apr 22, 2022 20:01

Every little bit helps, thanks.

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby fallout9 » Fri Apr 22, 2022 22:16

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Re: FSM-GA with SEM and USB HID Controller

Postby dlarsen » Sat Apr 23, 2022 22:49

Even with just the SEM on the left side, it's a game changer. I can't take my hand off the stick in flight, all helos and I took the springs out of the Gladiator. I use the F14 stick on my other Gladiator for jets and warbirds. I also wanted to be able to trade the sticks out quickly without remapping all of the controls. Looking forward to having the GA connected, however this is already a great upgrade. I want to map controls to it and use it now. TY.


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