SimStick - Troubleshooting Setup

Simstick Troubleshooting Information

SimStick

FIRST OF ALL: Please check that your sim lead actually works plugged in directly without simstick!!

You have bound the receiver correctly but the light does not when plugged into SIMSTICK.

Make sure that the simulator dongle is plugged in correctly.
Is SIMSTICK plugged into your computer USB port?
Remember the battery terminals have to overhang the block where the arrow shows.

You can connect the receiver but it does not show up in Phoenix

Check that you can connect using just your sim lead (disconnect SIMSTICK and plug your sim lead straight in).
If this works then contact us.

I can connect and fly the simulator but the controls don't work properly

You need to ensure you have followed the calibration and Re-assign the channels in the your simulator.
Got to: Step6: in the INSTRUCTIONS page.

General things to look out for

Make sure the rx is plugged into the simstick correctly
Are you using a supported tx/rx?
Make sure your transmitter is switched on
Is the receiver showing a steady “light” indicating that is is communication with the transmitter
If no steady light – re-bind the rx to the tx and try again.

Note: We will add more information to this page to help fix issues should they arise.

“SIMSTICK has sparked my interest for the simulator once again. I can now sit on the couch in front of my big screen TV using my DX-8 while practicing new moves!.”
Bert Kammerer - SMACKTALK
“My original Simstick is over 2 years old now and has worked flawlessly so I’m sure I will get the same great service out of the PRO version. Personally would recommend one of these units to anyone. It’s Simple, easy to use and very tidy for the Misses !!!”
says Matt Lodge of Fastlad Performance Flight Team
“SIMSTICK is a revolutionary system that eliminates all those irritating cables.... it just works. NOW I just switch on my DX8 and enjoy flying my simulator!!”
says Raquel Bellot
“I still have one of the first Simsticks which has worked flawlessly for at least 2 years continuous use. I like the simplicity of using the radio without any chance of cables getting in the way or being damaged. Highly recommended!”
Tim Procter
“OK, I got mine today, took me about 10min to setup my DX7 and set it up in the Phoenix Simulator, and this thing flies like a dream compared to the DX5e that it comes with. I just used a Hxxxx Kxxg knock off that I got from my LHS for $20, and I am off and flying... I just cant express how much smoother it is with my DX7. I love it. Thanks Desire RC.”
Bryan (Backburner1955- Helifreak)
“Just thought I would drop you a quick note. I have been using my simstick with Pheonix V3 Beta for 2 days now & it works GREAT.”
Jeff Woods
“It works very well I can tell you. No loss of performance. I actually prefer it now. I leave the unit with the receiver plugged in. I just turn on TX and fly.”
ASID - Llarma pod cast.

Simstick Troubleshooting Information

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