Posted by Tiger-Heli on 14, 2001 at 11:23 AM:
In Reply to: Any interest in a $29.99 Spinner? posted by RandyT on 14, 2001 at 10:53 AM:
: I have prototyped a spinner control that uses a modified mouse with some extra hardware. It's a new concept, and built unlike other published methods.
: It doesn't spin like crazy when you zip it fast (but the mouse electronics can't keep up with that anyway!). It does however have a professional look and smooth feel on the top of your panel, and plays a VERY convincing game of Tempest :). Tested it with a number of other titles as well, and has become my new favorite toy.
: It includes a nice rubberized 2" CAD type knob with a finger indent for precise control, Steel shaft, flywheel for extra weighty feel, ready to mount on a 3/4" panel and plug into your mouse port (a serial verion will also be available.)
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: I can start putting these together for people if there is interest, and I can accept VISA and MC.
: Let me know if it's worth the effort, and i'll post some pictures of the top of my panel with it installed.
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: Randy