Features
The X52 was one of Saitek's flagship products and features both aProgramming Software
The Smart Technology (ST) programming software is used to program all kinds of behaviors for each command of the HOTAS, even custom ones such as setting not only the Pinkie switch, but just about any button to act as a shift, making it possible, then, to have multiple shift buttons configured per game Profile, which raise the total number of programmable commands far above the canon limit of 282. The software allows gamers to configure their controls to suit their preferred gaming style and to save the configurations as personal game Profiles, which can be selected and applied on-the-fly at any time through the HOTAS itself (the MFD will list the available Profile names). The use of multiple game Profiles prepared for each game raises the amount of programmable functions per game to a virtually unlimited amount.Support
Since the acquisition of Saitek in September 2016, Logitech has been providing both Driver and ST programming software support for the X52 and X52 Pro HOTAS devices. Over the years, users have reported issues and stability problems regarding the use of ogitech'sST programming software. The old drivers and ST programming software from Saitek are still available at ftp.saitek.com (freely accessible through most ftp clients) and they still work properly today on modern operating systems, such as Windows 10. Should the user of Logitech's driver/ST programming software decide to revert to the Saitek's counterparts, a complete removal of the Logitech drivers/ST programming software plus all related X52 peripherals installed in the System would be mandatory, lest the Saitek version of the ST programming software would fail to recognize and communicate with the HOTAS on account of different Hardware IDs set by the driver from Logitech. To successfully use the ST programming software from Saitek is necessary to also use the companion driver from Saitek.Joystick
* Precision centering mechanism, non-contact technology on X and Y axes and constant spring force reduce free play, improve control and increase durability. * Two-stage metal trigger; two primary buttons in one convenient position * Four fire buttons including missile launcher with spring-loaded safety cover for instant access * Conveniently positioned metal pinkie switch provides shift functionality to double up on programmable commands * Two X eight-way hat switches * 3D rudder twist * Three-position rotary mode selector switch with LED indicators * Three spring-loaded, base-mounted toggle switches for up to six programmable flight commands * Five-position handle adjustment system to suit all hand sizesThrottle
* Progressive throttle with tension adjustment, and two detents for afterburner and idle (set at 90% and 10% respectively) * Two fire buttons * Scroll wheel with built-in button * Mouse controller / hat switch with left mouse button * Eight-way hat switch * Two x rotary controls * Smooth-action slider control * Clutch button initiates ‘safe mode’ to allow on-the-fly Profile selection, or to display button functionality without activatingReferences
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