Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 1 Saitek TM Pro Gamer Command Unit Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 2 SAITEK PRO GAMER COMMAND UNIT Introduction The Saitek Pro Gamer Command Unit is a backlit USB device for first person shooter / strategy gaming. The unit is adjustable to suit the user's hand size, and also features laser-etched keys that allow the ultra blue, red or green backlighting to glow through making it possible to read the keys in the dark. Standard keyboard buttons; number and layout as follows: 11 standard (main) keys in 2 rows of 4, and 1 row of 3: 3 pinkie buttons to left-hand side of main keys; 4 function buttons positioned behind the main keys for easy access; 2 thumb buttons; 3-position Mode switch (Blue = Default - no profile, Green = Loads profile for FPS Mode, Red = Loads profile for Real-Time Strategy Mode). Fully programmable using Saitek Smart Technology Software (SST); with 20 buttons, 1 shift function, 3 mode states & 4-way analog mini-stick for up to 144 programmable commands. 3 mode states with different colored LEDs to indicate which is in use ultra blue, green or red key backlighting 4-way digital hat, which will be recognised by the operating system as the x and y axis Thumb pad adjuster screw Adjustable thumb pad with 4-directional tilt mechanism Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 3 GETTING STARTED Installation for Users of Windows® XP and Windows XP64 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 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. 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. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue. After reading the Disclaimer, select the I accept the terms of the Disclaimer option and click Next to continue. At the Driver Setup screen, if you haven't already done so, plug the USB cable of your controller into one of your computer's USB ports and click on Next. At the Driver Setup screen, click Next to test your controller. 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. 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. 10. 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. 11. 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 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 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. 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. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue. After reading the Disclaimer, select the I accept the terms of the Disclaimer option and click Next to continue. At the Device Driver Installation screen, click on Next and follow the on-screen instructions. When prompted, plug the USB cable of your controller into one of your computer's USB ports and click on Configure. When the Controller Properties screen appears, click Next to view the Test screen. 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 Advanced User and click Next. 11. At the Programmable Controller Drivers screen, click Update and follow the on-screen instructions. Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 4 12. Then at the Installation of programming software successful screen, click Next. 13. At the Registration screen, select Register and follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. 14. 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 and XP64 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. How to Test your Controller · · · · · You 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) Look for an icon called either Game Controllers or Gaming Options (XP users may have to click Printers and Other Hardware first). Open the Game Controllers/Gaming Options window then the name of your controller should show up. Click on Properties and this will bring up the test screen. Moving 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. Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 5 PROGRAMMING YOUR SAITEK CONTROLLER WITH SAITEK SMART TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE 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: · · · · · · · Quick and easy setup in any game Personalize the controller settings for your favorite games Configure your controller with an on-screen 3D model and interface Multiple setup option for each controller - ideal if a controller is used by several people Program special moves with sophisticated timing features Special game setups available as 'Profiles' from the Saitek website and on the Smart Technology CD Download 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 three pre-written Profiles available on the Product Companion Disk that accompanies this device - one default, one designed for First Person Shooter (FPS) games and another for Real Time Strategy Games (RTS). Please also check the Saitek Website (www.saitek.com) for new profiles which will be added for the Pro Gamer Command Unit. Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 6 Pro Gamer Command Unit buttons and pre-programmed modes The following table outlines which Command Unit controls correspond to which commands in the FPS and RTS modes. The 3-position Mode switch on the top left of the unit selects between Blue (Default), Red (RTS Mode) and Green (FPS Mode). 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. Default (blue) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 (Shift button) X Axis - 66-100% X Axis - 0-33% Y Axis - 66-100% Y Axis - 0-30% FPS Mode (green) q w e r a s d f z x c Tab Left shift Left ctrl Space Left alt 1 2 3 4 b g ] [ RTS Mode (red) f Up arrow Backspace m Left arrow Down arrow Right arrow g r t c Tab Left shift Left ctrl Left alt Backspace F1 F2 F4 F4 End Home Page up Page down 17 18 19 20 1 2 5 6 3 4 12 7 8 13 9 10 11 14 16 15 21 Pro Gamer Command Unit manual.qxd 12/6/2005 10:06 AM Page 7 Getting Started 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Double-click on the Saitek Smart Technology icon the install left on your desktop. 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. With the cursor flashing, type in the key commands and then click on the green tick mark when complete. 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. Give the profile a name (it is recommended you name it after the game for which the profile is intended) and then click Save. 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. 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 controller 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 Warr ...