The CTRLDock Classic SE joins the Super CTRLDock in the current range of classic controller interfaces.
This listing is for the built PCB and connector cable only. The CTRLDock Classic is also available in a specially designed 3D printed case.
The CTRLDock Classic SE is a very low latency interface (around 0.7ms for digital inputs) for joysticks, mice, paddles and trackballs, allowing vintage controllers to be used on a wide range of gaming systems.
What you will receive:
- Built and Tested CTRLDock Classic SE PCB
- The CTRLDock Classic PCB is assembled and ready to use (without an enclosure).
Ideally you will require a selection knob - to select mode of operation, this is fitted as standard with the 3D printed enclosure, a listing for the CTRLDock Classic fitted in an enclosure with selection know is here - CTRLDock Classic SE Joystick Adapter in Black Enclosure (heber.co.uk)
A compatible USB connector cable can be found here
Features:
- Digital and analogue device support
- Super low latency (as low as 0.7ms in testing to date)
- Built in protection against short circuits for the many classic controller wiring types
- Joystick/joypad, mouse, trackball, paddle support and more
- Multiple sensitivity settings for paddles
- Support for simultaneous devices e.g., two players or joystick and mouse
- Simple mode switching on the fly with a front dial
- Upgradable firmware to add future device support and updates
- Built to a high standard by Heber Ltd and thoroughly tested before shipping
- Proudly designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom
It is compatible with:
- The MiSTer Multisystem
- Heber MultiPi & MultiPi JAMMA
- Raspberry Pi systems
- Windows
- Linux
- Mac O/S
The current compatibility list based on devices tested so far includes but it not limited to the following:
- Atari VCS/2600, 7800, 800, VCS, ST (Joysticks and Mice), Atari Keypad
- Commodore Amiga (Joysticks and Mice), VIC-20, C64, C64GS, C128, CD32
- Sinclair ZX Spectrum
- Amstrad CPC, GX4000
- MSX
- Sega Mega Drive, Master System
- NeoGeo joysticks and pads
- Paddle modes with sensitivity adjustment
This product is designed and manufactured by Heber Ltd in the UK
Please note: All other items shown in images are for illustration only and are not part of what you will receive in this listing.
If you wish to 3D print your own enclosure, slice tray, and accessories, the 3D design files for this and many other enclosures are available here - Printables (Multisystem - Heber)
Technical Information
The full user manual can be found here
All CTRLDock Firmware can be found on the Heber Github - Heber-co-uk (Heber Ltd) (github.com)
The CTRLDock Classic SE features two DE9 and two DE15(Neo Geo) ports to support a wide range of classic devices (see compatibility list below), and uses a rotary knob as the selection method.
Analogue measurements are dependent on the devices used, as standard some filtering is applied for the paddles, depending on the sensitivity paddles will naturally have higher latency as appropriate for the devices and in line with the original experience.
Each port is equipped with a 100mA resettable fuse on the 5V connection and resistors on the other signal lines to protect the CTRLDock Classic SE and control system in the event of a short circuit.
Shipping Information:
Orders will be shipped within 1-2 weeks of order being placed. Items will be shipped together if multiple items are purchased. When an item is pre-ordered, any other items in the order will be shipped with the pre-order product.
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