Datasheet

MOUNTING

When mounting the joystick, care should be taken to site it in a position that does not make it vulnerable to damage when in use. If

the joystick is intended for use in a handheld enclosure then care must be taken to protect the joystick from damage caused by

dropping. Basic precautions such as mounting it at the lightest end of the enclosure so it doesn’t hit the ground first or by

protecting it with a guard should always be implemented for long term reliability. The body of the joystick, on the underside of the

panel, must not be subject to water spray, excessive humidity or dust.

POWER SUPPLY

The 3000 Series is designed to be powered by a regulated 5V+/- 0.5V power supply. The outputs are ratiometric, making a

stable, noise free, power supply essential. The 3.3V version of the 3000 Series requires a power supply accurate to +/-0.1V. The

outputs are not ratiometric, the voltage gain is set to 50% as standard, giving an output range from 0 to 3.3V regardless of supply

voltage. The power supply to the joystick should be carefully regulated to be within tolerance. Should the power supply change

outside of the specified tolerances, permanent damage may occur.

MAGNETIC IMMUNITY AND SYSTEM DESIGN

The 3000 Series incorporates internal magnetic screening to minimise the effect of external magnetic fields. Mounting or

operating the joystick close to strong magnetic fields is not recommended. System designers should follow best practice when

incorporating the 3000 Series joystick into their products. Care should be taken to decouple the power supply properly and to

employ adequate EMC shielding.

LATEST TECHNOLOGY

The patented design of the new 3000 Series joystick, introduces many new features and manufacturing techniques.

CALIBRATION

The 3000 Series is calibrated in the factory therefore no subsequent adjustments are required.

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3000 SERIES - CONTACTLESS JOYSTICKS

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