1. fusion_12.exe Driver
2. ReadMe.txt File Contents

ReadMe.txt Driver File Contents (fusion_12.exe)

File: README.TXT
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*                   ThrustMaster Fusion Game Pad		 *
*                        ThrustMaster Inc.                       *
*                        October 22, 1998                        *
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*                  (c) 1996-1998 ThrustMaster Inc.               *
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This file contains information about ThrustMaster's Fusion game
pad, and general information about new gaming device technologies
such as USB ("Universal Serial Bus.")

The Universal Serial Bus
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The Universal Serial Bus controller included with most new
personal computers provides a high-speed, bidirectional
communications link that enables multiple peripherals (joysticks,
modems, scanners, printers, etc.) to connect to the computer and
be managed using the Plug and Play facilities of the operating
system.  By using USB "hubs", many USB devices can be connected to
the computer simultaneously and all operating at the same time.

For joysticks and other game controllers, the main advantages of
USB over the traditional analog-style controllers are as follows:

(a) Digital control.  Problems like calibration and heat drift,
    normally associated with the old-style game port hardware, are
    a thing of the past since USB uses an entirely new method of
    connection to the host computer.

(b) Faster polling.  Games don't have to spend as much time
    reading data from a USB game controller as they were required
    to spend reading data from an analog controller.  This
    translates to higher potential frame rates in the game, making
    for more realistic game play.

(c) Self-description.  USB game controllers contain "smart"
    electronics that describe the device to the host computer
    using the Plug-and-Play interface.  This means that drivers on
    the host computer can automatically select and calibrate the
    game device, saving you the hassle of going through these
    steps manually.  These features are beginning to be
    implemented in this release of our drivers--more will be added
    in the near future.

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Frequently Asked Questions about USB

1. Q: Which types of computer systems support USB?

   A: At this time, the computer systems and computer operating
      systems that are USB-capable are Intel-based PCs running
      either Microsoft Windows 95 OSR 2.1 (Windows 95 with
      the "USB Supplement" added), or Windows 98, and Apple
      Computer's iMac.  

      Other computers and non-Windows operating systems will also
      support USB in the near future.

	   
2. Q: Can USB game controllers be used with Windows NT?

   A: Windows NT version 4 and earlier do not support USB.
      However, version 5 (which is not released yet) will support
      USB.  If you attempt to install a ThrustMaster USB game
      controller on a Windows NT system, a message will be
      displayed indicating that the operating system is not
      supported.


3. Q: Do ThrustMaster USB game controllers work if connected to
      a port on an external USB hub?

   A: Yes they do.  In fact, connecting devices to an external hub
      is a great way to attach them to your system because you
      can put the connection point within easy reach from where
      you use your computer.  This means you no longer need to
      reach around the back of your PC to plug and unplug
      different game controllers or other peripherals.


4. Q: What USB game devices does ThrustMaster have available?

   A: ThrustMaster makes the TOP GUN USB joystick, the Force
      GT force feedback steering wheel, and the Fusion game
      pad, all of which can be used when connected to a
      USB game port.  There is also an NEC version of the
      TOP GUN USB joystick known as the "Playstick" and
      a USB variation of the Grand Prix 1 steering wheel
      that are sold as accessories to NEC's PC-9800 line
      of computers.  The NEC devices are currently available
      only in Japan.


5. Q: How do I get additional ThrustMaster game devices?

   A: They can be ordered direct by calling ThrustMaster World
      Headquarters in Hillsboro, Oregon; phone number is
      (503)615-3200.  When calling, just ask to place an order.

      Oftentimes, special offers are available by ordering
      direct by phone, or by Internet via the World Wide Web.
      Check out our Web page at www.thrustmaster.com.