Logitech Gaming Software README File
(c) 2004 Logitech. All rights reserved. Logitech, the Logitech logo, and
other Logitech marks are owned by Logitech and may be registered. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
README TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW
1.1 SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEMS
1.2 UNSUPPORTED ANALOG GAMEPORT DEVICES
1.3 SUPPORTED DEVICES
1.3.1 USB HID DEVICES
1.3.2 LEGACY USB DEVICES
1.3.3 GAME PORT DEVICES
1.3.4 SERIAL PORT DEVICES
1.3.5 UNSUPPORTED DEVICES
1.4 WIN2000/WINXP SUPPORTED DEVICES
2. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE SOFTWARE
2.1 INSTALLATION
2.2 UNINSTALL
3. DEVICE-SPECIFIC NOTES
3.1 WINGMAN WARRIOR
3.2 GAMEPADS
3.2.1 USING RUMBLEPAD WITH UNPOWERED (BUS POWERED) USB HUBS
3.2.2 SWAP JOYSTICK MODE
3.2.3 FLIGHT / SPORTS MODE
3.3 CORDLESS DEVICES
3.4 WINGMAN STRIKE FORCE 3D
4. GAME-SPECIFIC NOTES
4.1 FORCE FEEDBACK GAMES
4.2 USING A GAMEPAD/JOYSTICK IN FIRST PERSON SHOOTER GAMES
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
5.1 CALIBRATION ISSUES
5.2 3RD-PARTY INSTALLATION PROGRAMS
5.3 CONNECTING LOGITECH DIGITAL GAMING DEVICES
5.4 COMPUTERS WITHOUT GAMEPORTS - or - CANNOT ADD WINGMAN FORMULA FORCE OR
WINGMAN FORCE ON SERIAL PORT
5.5 SERIAL DEVICE ALWAYS SHOWS "NOT CONNECTED"
5.6 SERIAL DEVICE SHOWS "NOT CONNECTED" AFTER PLUGGING INTO A DIFFERENT PORT
6. CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
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1. WHAT'S IN THIS RELEASE
1.1 SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEMS
Logitech Gaming Software is designed to work with the Windows 98/2000/ME/XP operating systems only. Windows 95, Windows 3.x and true DOS (6.22 or lower) are not supported.
1.2 UNSUPPORTED ANALOG GAMEPORT DEVICES
Analog gameport devices should be used with operating system supplied generic
gameport drivers. Refer to the product documentation for installation instructions
for these devices. There is no support in the software for these devices.
WingMan Extreme
WingMan Light
WingMan Attack
WingMan Precision
WingMan Formula GP
Thunderpad
1.3 SUPPORTED DEVICES
1.3.1 USB HID DEVICES
WingMan Cordless Gamepad
WingMan Rumblepad
WingMan Formula GP USB
WingMan Precision USB
WingMan Force 3D
WingMan Strike Force 3D
WingMan Formula Force GP
WingMan Attack 2
WingMan ActionPad
WingMan Formula (yellow wheel)
WingMan Gamepad (black pad)
WingMan Gamepad Extreme
WingMan Extreme Digital 3D
Logitech Attack 3
Logitech Driving Force
Logitech Dual Action
Logitech Extreme 3D Pro
Logitech Freedom 2.4
Logitech MOMO Force
Logitech Racing Force
Logitech RumblePad 2
Logitech Cordless RumblePad 2
Logitech Precision Gamepad
Logitech Racing Wheel
Logitech Driving Force Pro
Logitech Force 3D Pro
Logitech Formula Force RX
1.3.2 LEGACY USB DEVICES
These products are supported under Win98/ME only.
WingMan Force
WingMan Formula Force
1.3.3 GAMEPORT DEVICES
These products are supported under Win98/ME only.
WingMan Formula (black wheel)
WingMan Interceptor
WingMan Extreme Digital
WingMan Gamepad
Cyberman 2
WingMan Formula (yellow wheel)
WingMan Gamepad (black pad)
WingMan Gamepad Extreme
WingMan Extreme Digital 3D
WingMan Thunderpad Digital
1.3.4 SERIAL PORT DEVICES
These products are supported under Win98/ME only.
WingMan Force
WingMan Formula Force
1.3.5 UNSUPPORTED DEVICES
The following devices are not supported in this release.
WingMan Force Feedback Mouse
WingMan Warrior
1.4 WIN2000/WINXP SUPPORTED DEVICES
The software for Win2000/WinXP only supports USB HID products. See section 1.3.1
for the complete list of supported devices. Gameport, serial port and
legacy USB devices are not supported in this release.
You must have administrator privileges to use the software under Windows
2000/XP. When you try to install a gaming device on your Win2000/XP based
computer, you may be unable to do so. This issue can occur if you are not
logged on with an account that has administrator privileges. See the Microsoft
support web site for more details.
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2. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE SOFTWARE UNDER WINDOWS 98/2000/XP/ME
2.1 QUICK INSTALLATION
Windows may be restarted during the installation process. We recommend saving
any work and closing any open programs before beginning the installation.
It is not necessary to uninstall previous versions of the software
prior to installation. The installer will check for previous versions
and remove or update files as necessary.
To begin the installation place the CD
in your CD-ROM drive. The Setup window appears in a few seconds (if AutoPlay is
enabled on your system), then follow the directions that appear on the setup
screens.
If the AutoPlay feature of Windows 98/2000/XP/ME is not enabled, then simply go to the
Start menu, choose "Run", click "Browse" to select the CD-ROM drive,
double-click the "SETUP.EXE" program on the CD, then follow the
directions that appear on the setup screens.
2.2 UNINSTALL
The software can be removed from Windows 98/2000/XP/ME by clicking the
Add/Remove Programs icon in the Windows 98/2000/XP/ME Control Panel. Select
"Logitech Gaming Software" and click the "Add/Remove..." button. Then follow the on
screen instructions for completing the uninstall.
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3.0 DEVICE SPECIFIC NOTES
This section describes specific issues encountered when installing the software
with certain Logitech game controllers.
3.1 WINGMAN WARRIOR
The software uninstalls previous versions of LES, including the program
LAUNCHER.EXE. LAUNCHER.EXE enables the spinner in several DOS games. It
activates the appropriate support for the game when that game's executable
name is placed on the LAUNCHER.EXE command line. That is, LAUNCHER.EXE
DOOM will launch Doom with Warrior spinner support. Here is a list of
supported executable names, along with the name of the game in parentheses:
Blood (Blood)
Dark (Dark Forces)
Doom (Doom, Ultimate Doom)
Doom2 (Doom 2, Final Doom)
Duke3d (Duke Nukem 3D)
D2 (Descent 2)
Heretic (Heretic)
Hexen (Hexen)
Quake (Quake)
Rampage (Redneck Rampage)
SW (Shadow Warrior)
If you play any of these games using the WingMan Warrior's spinner knob, it
is recommended that you continue to use LES 2.3 and do not install this version of
software.
3.2 GAMEPADS
3.2.1 USING RUMBLEPAD WITH UNPOWERED (BUS POWERED) USB HUBS
Because of the power requirements of the WingMan RumblePad they will not
function on unpowered USB hubs. Powered hubs require the use of an
external power supply such as an AC adapter to provide power for the
USB hub. Unpowered hubs draw their power from the USB port on the computer.
3.2.2 SWAP JOYSTICK MODE
The software allows the swapping of the functions for the left and
right joysticks. To swap the functions of the joysticks do the following:
1. Click "Start", "Settings", "Control Panel".
2. Double-click "Game Controllers".
3. Select "WingMan RumblePad" and click "Properties".
4. Click "Settings" and check the box marked "Enable Swap Mode".
5. Click "OK" to save the settings.
3.2.3 FLIGHT / SPORTS MODE
Some gamepads have a mode button to switch between Flight Simulation Mode and
Sports Action mode.
Flight Simulation Mode (mode LED is on/green) :-
- movement is controlled by the left joystick in X and Y axis directions
- the D-Pad controls an eight way POV view from the cockpit
- the throttle controls the engine speed
Sports/Action Mode (mode LED is off/red) :-
- cursor movement is controlled by the D-Pad
- the left joystick controls the POV
3.3 CORDLESS DEVICES
This Logitech 2.4GHz products uses sophisticated channel- and
frequency-hopping technology to avoid interference with other cordless
devices. We have conducted extensive testing of this product with other
2.4GHz devices and rf- (radio frequency) emitting devices (cordless phones,
cordless headsets, wireless networks, cordless cameras, a/v sender/receivers,
etc.). In the majority of circumstances, users will not experience any rf
interference between this Logitech 2.4GHz product and those devices.
However, it is possible that in some cases interference may occur. This
interference could result in erratic behavior of the devices or complete
loss of signal. If you notice this behavior, or static, clicking, or
humming of other devices, then there are a few simple actions you can
take to reduce or eliminate the interference.
a. Increase the distance between the Logitech 2.4GHz receiver and
the other cordless devices/receivers.
b. Turn off other cordless devices that are in close proximity when
using the Logitech Cordless 2.4GHz Product.
c. To verify that your Logitech 2.4GHz Product is connected and working
properly, check it through the Game Controller Control Panel.
3.4 WINGMAN STRIKE FORCE 3D
This wheel button is a unique feature that provides an
alternative method to perform button presses. The wheel button is
configured to have the functionality of three separate and
independent joystick buttons. The three button functions are labeled
as buttons 7, 8, and 9 on the joystick.
- Button 7 is activated by pressing down on the wheel button.
- Button 8 is activated by rotating the wheel forward by
one notch movement.
- Button 9 is activated by rotating the wheel backward by
one notch movement.
Please note that each wheel notch movement corresponds to a press
and release button activation. Therefore, if the wheel is rotated
forward by two notch movements, this would act as two Button 8
activations. If the wheel is rotated forward by ten notch movements,
this would act as ten Button 8 activations.
Changes in wheel rotation direction are quickly acted upon as a
different button activation. This will cause any previous button
activations that may be in the queue to be cleared out. For example, if
the wheel had been rotated forward by ten notch movements and then
rotated backward by one notch movement, the ten Button 8 activations
would start to get processed until the backward movement was detected.
Once the backward movement was detected, a Button 9 activation would be
processed and any remaining Button 8 activations would be cleared out.
Below are some suggested uses of the wheel button:
- Quickly select and fire weapons.
- Rotate the wheel forward and backward to select weapons and
then press down to fire.
- Target next enemy aircraft, previous enemy aircraft, and closest
enemy aircraft. Rotate the wheel forward for next enemy, rotate backward
for previous enemy, and press down to target closest enemy.
- Change gears in racing games. Rotate the wheel forward one notch to
shift up and rotate backward one notch to shift down.
Hat switch number 2 (labeled "H2" on the joystick) is configured to report as
eight independent buttons.
Button 10 H2 north
Button 11 H2 east
Button 12 H2 south
Button 13 H2 west
Button 14 H2 north east
Button 15 H2 south east
Button 16 H2 south west
Button 17 H2 north west
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4. GAME-SPECIFIC NOTES
4.1 FORCE FEEDBACK GAMES
Many games that support force feedback have this option disabled by default. The
reason for this is that currently the majority of joysticks on the market do not
support force feedback. Having force feedback enabled with a non-force feedback
controller connected is unnecessary and could possibly cause errors or
conflicts. Refer to the documentation that came with the game for details on how
to enable and configure force feedback in the game.
Unfortunately, there are a small number of older games, which support force
feedback using protocols which are not compatible with Logitech force feedback
devices. Most new titles that support force feedback use the protocol supported
by Logitech devices. The following is a list of games in which it is known that
force feedback does not function properly with Logitech force feedback
joysticks. Logitech devices use what is known as "I-Force 2.0" technology in
conjunction with Microsoft's DirectX 5.2+ software to perform force feedback.
These games are generally either I-Force 1.0 or are using Microsoft's own
proprietary "Visual Force Factory" for force feedback effects.
ABC's Monday Night Football 98
Air Warrior II
Bug Riders
Descent II
Die by the Sword
Extreme Assault
Fighter Duel SE
Interstate 76
Jet Fighter III
Rocket Jockey
Sierra Ski Racing
SODA Off Road Racing
Trophy Rivers
Unnecessary Roughness '96
Spearhead
4.2 USING A GAMEPAD/JOYSTICK IN FIRST PERSON SHOOTER GAMES
All games do not support input from a joystick or gamepad. Many of the first
person shooter games, role playing games, strategy games, and golf games are
designed for use with a "mouse + keyboard". Please check in game documentation
to determine if your game supports a joystick/gamepad, and for details on how
to configure such a device within the game.
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5. TROUBLESHOOTING
This section describes solutions to specific problems you may have.
Also, you may refer to the Troubleshooting section of the LWS Online Help.
5.1 CALIBRATION ISSUES
If your device does not calibrate correctly the calibration information in
the system registry may be corrupted. The correct this issue you may use
the Logitech Clear Calibration Utility (LCCU). The LCCU removes all
calibration information, including non-logitech gaming devices, in the system
registry. The LCCU can be located in X:\TechSupt\ClrCalib\ClrCalib.exe (X being
the drive letter of your CD-Rom drive). There is also a readme.txt located
there that will give you more information on "ClrCalib.exe" and how to use it.
The LCCU can also be downloaded from the Support section of our website at
http://www.logitech.com
If the LCCU does not resolve your calibration issue you may also need to
upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft DirectX. You can find the
latest version of DirectX at http://www.microsoft.com
5.2 3RD-PARTY INSTALLATION PROGRAMS
It is suggested that the Windows uninstaller be used rather than 3rd party
uninstall programs. If during LWS installation, there are any
conflicts with an installation monitoring program, quit the installation, then
turn off the installation monitoring program and re-install LWS.
5.3 CONNECTING LOGITECH DIGITAL GAMING DEVICES
If your Logitech gaming device has more than one connector on the end of the
cable it is important use only one connector at a time. Connecting both can
cause erratic behavior. Also, some network interface cards have a 15-pin
connector that looks the same as a 15-pin game port. If your computer has a
network card installed please verify that your Logitech gaming device is
connected to the game port. (Some Logitech digital gaming devices connect
via the serial port or USB port. These devices may not have a 15-pin
connector at all)
5.4 COMPUTERS WITHOUT GAMEPORTS - or - CANNOT ADD WINGMAN FORMULA FORCE OR
WINGMAN FORCE TO GAME CONTROLLERS WHEN DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO SERIAL PORT
The Logitech WingMan line of serial and USB gaming devices will function on
computers without gameports or soundcards. However, the Windows operating
system requires a gameport entry in the "Sound, Video, and Game Controllers"
section of the Device Manager in order for any gaming devices to be added in
the Control Panel. If your computer does not have a soundcard or a gameport, it
is very important that a "virtual" gameport is listed in the Device Manager in
order for the WingMan Force or WingMan Formula Force to function properly. It is
not necessary for a physical gameport to be installed in the system. Installing
the driver is sufficient.
For Windows 98 systems:
1. Click "Start," "Settings," "Control Panel"
2. Doubleclick "Add New Hardware"
3. Click "Next"
4. Windows will tell you it is going to search for plug and play devices. Click
"Next"
5. If Windows detects any devices, click "No, the device is not in this list"
and then click "Next"
6. Select "No, I want to select the hardware from a list" and click "Next"
7. Scroll down the list, highlight "Sound, video, and game controllers and
click "Next"
8. Scroll down the list on the left and choose "Microsoft" from the list of
manufacturers
9. Scroll down the list on the right and choose "Gameport Joystick" from the
list of models
10. Click "Next"
11. Windows may ask for the installation CD. It will then tell you to reboot
your computer. After rebooting, the joystick should function properly.
5.5 SERIAL DEVICE ALWAYS SHOWS "NOT CONNECTED"
If your serial game controller is "Not Connected" in Game Controllers, please
make sure that:
1. The device is plugged in to a serial port.
2. The device has power. (Check the lights on the device)
If the device is plugged in and has power, there may be a resource conflict (IRQ
or address) between one of the serial ports on the computer and another device
in the system. To check for serial port conflicts, please do the following:
1. Click "Start," "Settings," "Control Panel"
2. Doubleclick "System
3. Click the "Device Manager" tab
4. Click on the "[+]" next to the "Ports (COM & LPT)" entry.
5. Single-click on the top-most COM port.
6. With the COM port highlighted, click "Properties."
7. Choose the "Resources" tab.
If the "Conflicting Device List" shows ANY conflicts, the serial game device
may not work. Unfortunately, due to the wide variety of hardware available on
the market, there is no standard set of steps to correct resource conflicts.
Please refer to your system's manuals in order to resolve any conflicts that
you encounter. Resolving any conflicts should allow the serial game device
to function.
5.6 SERIAL DEVICE SHOWS "NOT CONNECTED" AFTER PLUGGING INTO A DIFFERENT PORT
Unplugging a Logitech serial device and plugging it into a different serial port
on the same machine without first removing the entry in Game Controllers can
cause the device not to be detected by Windows. To correct this issue, please
do the following:
1. Click "Start" and choose "Settings," then "Control Panel"
2. Double-click "Game Controllers".
3. Highlight the Logitech serial joystick (e.g. Logitech WingMan Force Serial)
and click "Remove"
4. You will be asked to confirm removal. Please click "Yes"
5. Click the "Add" button
6. Scroll down and highlight the appropriate device, then click "OK"
The device should now function properly.
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6. CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Web Site: http://www.logitech.com
The Logitech web site contains interactive customer support, patches, product
information and more.
FTP Site: ftp://ftp.logitech.com
The FTP site contains patches and driver updates for our products.
Electronic Support: http://www.logitech.globalsupport.com
Email our professional staff with your customer support questions through our
web based service.
Customer Support Hotline: (702) 269-3457, U.S. and Canada, 7:30 AM-3:30 PM
Pacific Time, Mon. - Fri. (Note: Hours are subject to change)
The Customer Support Group will answer any technical or service related
questions regarding Logitech products.
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(c) 2004 Logitech. All rights reserved. Logitech, the Logitech logo, and
other Logitech marks are owned by Logitech and may be registered. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.