Saitek Electronics PP9W1M-2 Dongle User Manual Manual
Saitek Electronics (SHENZHEN) Ltd Dongle Manual
Manual
P3000 WIRELESS PAD
GETTING STARTED
The first time you use your P3000 wireless pad
In order for the P3000 Pad to work you need to fully charge the batteries before you play. To
obtain a full charge, place one of the battery cells into the front of the docking station (after you
have completed the installation and with the USB cable connected and your PC switched on)
and wait for approximately one hour, or until the red Charge light switches off, indicating that
the battery is now fully charged.
To recharge the battery after gameplay, simply repeat the procedure. The battery will usually
deliver a minimum of 8 hours gameplay after a full charge. The green Ready light on the
docking station indicates that the Docking Station is ready to communicate with the pad.
Note : Remember you can play continuously without having to wait to recharge the batteries.
Just charge one of the battery cells in the docking station while you play with the other.
P3000 Wireless Pad features
Switching Between Digital and Analog Modes
The Saitek P3000 comes with a choice of Analog and Digital Modes for increased precision,
performance and playing power. Switch between Digital and Analog Modes by pressing the
Digital/Analog Buttons and the LCD screen will tell you which mode you are playing in. Select
the Analog Mode for complete control in driving and flying games or any game where accuracy
in movement is crucial.
Shift Button
Some controls can be programmed to perform an extra function by use of the Shift Button.
This works in the same way as when you press the Shift Key in conjunction with another key
on your computer keyboard - to assign a new and added function to the key. By pressing the
Shift Button with another control, you can assign another command to that control in the Smart
Technology Programming software. This is a simple and effective way of increasing the
functionality of your game controller. When the Shift Key is activated it will glow red in colour.
Installation for Users of Windows® XP
Important notice for Windows® XP users
If you have updated Windows XP to Service Pack 2 the following screen will appear
when installin
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the Saitek Ma
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At this point we recommend that you select the No, not this time option and then click
on Next to carry on with the installation.
A) Drivers Only For Typical Users
1. With your computer switched on, close down any programs that are currently running
and insert the Saitek Smart Technology CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the Introduction Screen appears, click Install Software to continue. If the CD does
not run automatically, select Start from the Windows® Taskbar, then Run and type
D:\Setup.exe and click OK - where D:\ is letter of your CD-ROM drive.
3. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.
4. After reading the Disclaimer, select the I accept the terms of the Disclaimer option and
click Next to continue.
5. At the Driver Setup screen, if you haven’t already done so, plug the USB cable of your
docking station into one of your computer’s USB ports and click on Next.
6. At the Driver Setup screen, click Next to test your controller.
7. When the Saitek Controller screen appears, try out all your controller’s buttons and
controls to show that it is working properly. When you have finished, click OK.
8. At the Software Setup screen, select Do not install the SST Programming Software
and click Next. The Programming Software can be installed at a later date by following
instruction (B). below
9. At the Registration screen, select Check this box to register now and follow the on-
screen instructions, or you can choose to select this option later.
10. Click on Finish to complete the installation.
B) Drivers and Programming Software For Advanced Users
Follow points 1 – 7 of the install procedure in A), then at the Software Setup screen, select
Install the SST Programming Software and click Next.
In the following Software Setup screen, click Next and follow the on-screen instructions. At this
point you will be asked to install such features as the Saitek Magic Mouse, HID-compliant
mouse, Saitek Magic Keyboard and HID Keyboard Device (these are what XP calls the various
elements of your Saitek controller). Continue to click on Next and Finish to accept the
installation until the Registration screen appears.
At the Registration screen, select Check this box to register now and follow the on-screen
instructions, or do not select this option and register later.
Upon completion of the installation, you have the option to Run Profile Editor, which will give
you a view of the 3D programming environment. If you do not wish to see the Profile Editor at
this point, just uncheck the box and click on Finish to complete the installation.
Installation for Users of Windows® 2000
A) Drivers Only For Typical Users
1. With your computer switched on, close down any programs that are currently running
and insert the Saitek Smart Technology CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the Introduction Screen appears, click Install Software to continue. If the CD does
not run automatically, select Start from the Windows® Taskbar, then Run and type
D:\Setup.exe and click OK - where D:\ is letter of your CD-ROM drive.
3. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.
4. After reading the Disclaimer, select the I accept the terms of the Disclaimer option and
click Next to continue.
5. At the Device Driver Installation screen, click on Next and follow the on-screen
instructions.
6. When prompted, plug the USB cable of your docking station into one of your computer’s
USB ports and click on Configure.
7. When the Controller Properties screen appears, click Next to view the Test screen.
8. Now try out all your controller’s buttons and controls to show that it is working properly.
When you have finished, click OK.
9. At the Programming Software screen, select Typical User and click Next.
10. At the Registration screen, select Register and follow the on-screen instructions or
select Register Later and click Next.
11. Click on Finish to complete the installation.
B) Drivers and Programming Software For Advanced Users
1. Follow points 1 – 8 of the install procedure in A), then at the Programming Software
screen, select Advanced User and click Next.
2. At the Programmable Controller Drivers screen, click Update and follow the on-screen
instructions.
3. Then at the Installation of programming software successful screen, click Next.
4. At the Registration screen, select Register and follow the on-screen instructions or
select Register Later and click Next.
5. Upon completion of the installation, you have the option to Run Profile Editor, which will
give you a view of the 3D programming environment. If you do not wish to see the Profile
Editor at this point, just uncheck the box and click on Finish to complete the installation.
Installation for Users of Windows® 98 and Me
A) Drivers Only For Typical Users
1. With your computer switched on, close down any programs that are currently running
and insert the Saitek Smart Technology CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the Introduction Screen appears, click Install Software to continue. If the CD does
not run automatically, select Start from the Windows® Taskbar, then Run and type
D:\Setup.exe (where D: is your CD drive) and click OK.
3. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.
4. After reading and accepting the Disclaimer, click Next to continue.
Note: For your controller to work, you must have a minimum of Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1
installed on your computer. The installer will automatically recognize if this software
needs to be added, and will allow you to install it directly from the Saitek Product
Companion CD, if necessary.
If you are asked to install Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1, click Install and follow the on-screen
instructions, and then restart your computer when prompted. Make sure that you leave
the Saitek CD in the drive when restarting. After this software has been installed, you
will automatically be taken to the installation to continue with the next step.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions and select Yes, I want to restart my computer now
when prompted.
6. After the restart, at the Device Driver Installation screen, click on Next and follow the
on-screen instructions.
7. When prompted, plug the USB cable of your docking station into one of your computer’s
USB ports.
8. When the Controller Properties screen appears, click Next to view the Test Screen.
9. Now try out all your controller’s buttons and controls to show that it is working properly.
When you have finished, click OK.
10. At the Programming Software screen, select Typical User and click Next.
11. At the Registration screen, select Register my Saitek controller online, click Next and
follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next.
12. Click on Finish to complete the installation.
B) Drivers and Programming Software For Advanced Users
1. Follow points 1 – 9 of the install procedure in A), then at the Programming Software
screen, select Advanced User and click Next.
2. At the Programmable Controller Drivers screen, click Update and follow the on-screen
instructions. At this point you will be asked to insert your Windows® CD, however, DO
NOT do this, just click on OK. At the next screen, type C:\windows\system into the
prompt and click OK and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. At the Installation of programming software successful screen, click Next.
4. At the Registration screen, select Register my Saitek controller online, click Next and
follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next.
5. Upon completion of the installation, you have the option to Run Profile Editor, which will
give you a view of the 3D programming environment. If you do not wish to see the Profile
Editor at this point, just uncheck the box and click on Finish to complete the installation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A Word on Driver Updates
From time to time there may be updates to the driver and programming software for this
product.
You can check for the latest software updates by visiting the Saitek website and clicking on
Downloads. A drop down menu will appear. Select Drivers and Software.
For Windows® XP users; Dynamic updates
If you are using the SST Programming software then you will need to obtain an updated
version to work with the new drivers that you have downloaded from Windows update. To
obtain the new version of the software, open the Game Controllers icon in Control Panel,
select the controller in the window and click Properties. At the top of the Properties window
click the About tab and you will see a link that says Click here to download the SST
Programming Software. Click on the link and Windows will give a download prompt asking if
you want to open the file or save it. Choose to save it to your preferred location on your
computer's hard disk and the file will start downloading. Once the file has downloaded, find it
on your hard disk and double click on it to install the programming software.
Enabling Your Controller in Game
Most games support game controllers, which you can enable by using a [control] options menu
within the Main Menu of the game itself.
If you are having trouble working out how to do this or if you're unsure whether the game being
used supports game controllers, please refer to the user manual for that game for more help.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q My computer is not recognizing the P3000 Wireless Pad – what’s wrong?
A Check the cable connections. Turn off the computer and then unplug your controller. Plug it
back in making certain that it is securely attached.
Q Can I have another game controller connected to my PC at the same time?
A To avoid potential problems and conflicts, we recommend that you remove any existing
game controllers before installing the P3000 Wireless Pad. Do this by selecting the previously
installed controller in the Game Controllers window and clicking on Remove .
Q I have plugged in my P3000 Wireless Pad using the USB connector and it has not been
recognized by the computer.
A Your USB connection may not be enabled within the computer. You can switch it on via your
computer’s BIOS settings (please check the documentation that came with your computer). If
you are still unsure as to what to do, contact Technical Support.
Q Some of the movements make on my wireless pad are not being picked up in the game I’m
playing.
A There is interference on the wireless channel your pad is using to communicate with the
receiver. Press the scan button on the top of the pad once to switch to an interference-free
channel.
How to Test your Controller
zYou can do this at any time by Clicking on Start, then Settings and selecting Control
Panel in Windows (XP users may only need to click on Start and then Control Panel)
zLook for an icon called either Game Controllers or Gaming Options (XP users may have
to click Printers and Other Hardware first).
zOpen the Game Controllers/Gaming Options window then the name of your controller
should show up.
zClick on Properties and this will bring up the test screen.
zMoving your controller and pressing the buttons should result in a response in this
screen; if there is a response you know that the controller is functioning correctly.
PROGRAMMING YOUR SAITEK CONTROLLER WITH SAITEK SMART TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE
Important notice for Windows® XP users
If you have updated Windows XP to Service Pack 2 the following screen will appear
when installin
g
the Saitek Ma
g
ic Mouse and Ke
y
board:
At this point we recommend that you select the No, not this time option and then click
on Next to carry on with the installation.
Introducing Saitek Smart Technology Programming Software
Saitek Smart Technology Programming Software (SST) is the software Saitek supplies to
configure your Saitek controller for enhanced functionality. SST delivers a powerful set of
features, allowing you to program your device with the ultimate configuration for total
interaction. Despite a level of sophistication previously unseen in the market, and because of
the Saitek Smart Technology inside, the software remains simple and intuitive to use.
For a complete guide on how to program your Saitek controller, visit the Saitek website at
www.saitek.com.
Features of Smart Technology Programming Software:
zQuick and easy setup in any game
zPersonalize the controller settings for your favorite games
zConfigure your controller with an on-screen 3D model and interface
zMultiple setup option for each controller - ideal if a controller is used by several people
zProgram special moves with sophisticated timing features
zSpecial game setups available as ‘Profiles’ from the Saitek website and on the Smart
Technology CD
zDownload the latest version of Saitek Smart Technology software from the Saitek
website
What is a Profile
A Profile is a custom setup for improved gameplay – consisting of a set of commands that are
pre-assigned to the buttons or axes of your controller. There are over two hundred pre-written
Profiles available on the Product Companion Disk that accompanies this device or on the
Saitek Website – www.saitek.com. (Please check the website for new or improved Profiles,
which are being added regularly).
How Do I Program My Controller?
After getting to know your controller, you can start creating your own personal Profiles with the
Saitek Smart Technology programming software (SST). This software has virtually unlimited
programming capabilities and allows you to customize the controller to your exact gaming
needs.
The Profile Editor allows you to program the buttons on your controller to perform different
actions within your games – this is especially useful if the game you are using does not have
its own screen that allows reconfiguring of your buttons.
Getting Started
1. Double-click on the Saitek Smart Technology icon the install left on your desktop.
2. In the Profile Editor, choose the control to which you wish to assign a keyboard
command. You do this by left-clicking on the control’s cell in the control list on the right of
the screen.
3. With the cursor flashing, type in the key commands and then click on the green tick mark
when complete.
4. Repeat this procedure for all the buttons you would like to program and then click File,
Save at the top of the Profile Editor window.
5. Give the profile a name (it is recommended you name it after the game for which the
profile is intended) and then click Save.
6. To enable the profile either click the Profile Now icon at the top of the Profile Editor (it
looks like a black and yellow crosshair) or right-click on the controller icon in your taskbar
and select the name of the profile from the pop-up list of options.
7. You will notice that when a profile is loaded that the controller icon in your taskbar has a
green square behind it, indicating that a profile is currently loaded. If you wish to unload a
profile simply right-click on the controller icon and click Clear Profile from the pop-up list
of options.
If you require more detailed assistance with using the SST Programming Software, click
on Help at the top of the Profile Editor and then Manual.
Technical Support
Can’t get your pad to work – don’t worry, we’re here to help you!
Nearly all the products that are returned to us as faulty are not faulty at all - they have just not
been installed properly.
If you experience any difficulty with this product, please first visit our website www.saitek.com.
The technical support area will provide you with all the information you need to get the most
out of your product and should solve any problems you might have.
If you do not have access to the internet, or if the website cannot answer your question, please
contact your local Saitek Technical Support Team. We aim to offer quick, comprehensive and
thorough technical support to all our users so, before you call, please make sure you have all
the relevant information at hand.
To find your local Saitek Technical Support Center , please see the separate Technical
Support Center sheet that came packaged with this product.
Conditions of Warranty
zWarranty period is 2 years from date of purchase with proof of purchase submitted.
zOperating instructions must be followed.
zSpecifically excludes any damages associated with leakage of batteries.
Note: Batteries can leak when left unused in a product for a period of time, so it is
advisable to inspect batteries regularly.
zProduct must not have been damaged as a result of defacement, misuse, abuse,
neglect, accident, destruction or alteration of the serial number, improper electrical
voltages or currents, repair, alteration or maintenance by any person or party other than
our own service facility or an authorized service center, use or installation of non-Saitek
replacement parts in the product or the modification of this product in any way, or the
incorporation of this product into any other products, or damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods, lightning, or acts of God, or any use violative of instructions
furnished by Saitek plc.
zObligations of Saitek shall be limited to repair or replacement with the same or similar
unit, at our option. To obtain repairs under this warranty, present the product and proof of
purchase (eg, bill or invoice) to the authorized Saitek Technical Support Center (listed on
the separate sheet packaged with this product) transportation charges prepaid. Any
requirements that conflict with any state or Federal laws, rules and/or obligations shall
not be enforceable in that particular territory and Saitek will adhere to those laws, rules,
and/or obligations.
zWhen returning the product for repair, please pack it very carefully, preferably using the
original packaging materials. Please also include an explanatory note.
zIMPORTANT: To save yourself unnecessary cost and inconvenience, please check
carefully that you have read and followed the instructions in this manual.
This warranty is in Lieu of all other expressed warranties, obligations or liabilities. ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply
to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
FCC Com
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Statement
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
zThis device may not cause harmful interference, and
zThis device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected
zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Saitek Industries, 2295 Jefferson Street, Torrance , CA 90501 , USA
Canadian EMC statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Product Information
Voltage 1.2V NiMH Nominal Battery Packs (x2)
Operating Frequency 2.4GHz
Wireless Range 10m (approx. 30ft)
Battery Information
• Rechargeable NiMH battery
• Must be disposed of properly
• May explode if damaged or disposed of in fire.
• Do not short circuit
• Use specified or supplied charger only NiMH
Manufacturers Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturers address:
Saitek Electronics (Shenzhen) Ltd
Da Bao Road
District 33
Shenzhen
PRC
Authorised representatives address:
Saitek plc
3 & 4 West Point Row
Great Park Road
Almondsbury
Bristol
BS 32 4QG
United Kingdom
Identification of Equipment:
P3000 Wireless pad
Wireless PC gamepad
Intended usage:
For home use
Conformity specification:
Reference to European harmonised standards
EN60950:2000
EN 300 440-1:2000
EN 301 489-3:2000
Technical Construction File Ref.: Pads/PP09W1
The above equipment conforms to the essential requirements of the following directive:
1999/5/EC EC Radio and Telecom Terminal Equipment directive
The essential requirements the above equipment conforms to are:
Article 3.1a (Safety)
Article 3.1b (EMC)
Article 3.2 (Use of radio spectrum)
Limitations of frequency usage:
Countries in which this product may not be sold/used:
None
Signed: Martin Mannix
Position: Quality Manager
Date: 15 September 2004
Company: Saitek plc
Place: United Kingdom