Xbox 360 Controller Functions

[Classic49]

I am trying out an Xbox Contoller with TS2017 but am finding that the functions do not match the user guide. For example, the Left Stick increases throttle (forward) and decreases throttle (backwards); the Left Bumper toggles the reverser and the Start Button toggles the Task Log.

Any advice please?

[Axe]

What advice are you looking for?

[Classic49]

I would like to know why the functions are different and if there is a way to correct them.

[bkk7100]

Are you using a wireless controller?
I purchased a wireless controller last year and I never got it to work properly with TS.
I then purchased an x-box controller for the PC that is wired (plugs into any usb port) and it has worked perfectly.

[Classic49]

Originally posted by bkk7100:

Are you using a wireless controller?

No. It is wired into a USB 2.0 port

[bkk7100]

See this video. It might have some information you can use.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnzntGZNGIM

[Classic49]

The Xbox controller works with TS2017 and I have checked the setup in Steam "Big Picture" which confirms the controller is recognised. However, I still have the problem that not all the keys perform the function that the user guide says they should, particularly those mentioned in my original post.

[Overland]

Depends on loco though sometimes, whats the loco your trying to drive?

I know trying to drive an 03 with one isnt a nice experience..

Pro locos dont work too

Also check if simple driving controls are on or off

They also...tick..and vibrate when you go over pointwork

Cost me one controller when I never knew it happened nor cared to use it

Just happened to have it plugged in after rocket league

Lino floors and high desks dont mix with xbox pads that have unexpected lives of thier own

[Classic49]

Hi Overland

I have simple controls on and have tried Class 43 and 377 locos and get the same response. I do get the vibration going over points. The Right joystick does camera pans as expected but on the left joystick I get UP - Accelerate; DN - Decelerate; LT - Toggle F3/F4 (HUD), RT - Toggle F3/F4 (HUD); PRESS - Horn (as in the guide)

[Growler]

Is it not possible to remap the controller keys using XPadder or equivalent? Perhaps not, but just a thought!

[Phase3]

Growler
Yes you can use XPadder but it shouldn't be necessary, with a X-Box controller. They are coded by the sim just to emulate the base keyboard controls. My 2 controllers workas per the TS manual. This could be one for DTG support!

[Classic49]

Originally posted by Phase3:

Growler
Yes you can use XPadder but it shouldn't be necessary, with a X-Box controller. They are coded by the sim just to emulate the base keyboard controls. My 2 controllers workas per the TS manual. This could be one for DTG support!

I've raised a ticket with DTG so will report back if a solution is found.

[bkk7100]

"I have simple controls on and ..."

There's your problem. The X-Box controller will not function correctly when "Simple controls" is designated.

You must switch to "Expert" controls. Trust me. It will work.

[Classic49]

Originally posted by bkk7100:

"You must switch to "Expert" controls. Trust me. It will work.

Thanks. That was the fix I needed - I must have missed that point in the user guide. Now I have to get used to the sudden jumps in acceleration (even with sensitivity set to 0) lol.

[bkk7100]

Glad to hear it worked for you. I don't think the TS User Guide (at least the one for TS 2017) specifically addresses this issue. It discusses the X-box controller but doesn't state that for it to work correctly, TS controls have to be in "expert" mode.