DsPad plugin !!!

**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

Open the champagne !!!

I've here an input plugin which is named DsPad and uses SDL.

Read this before reporting any error(s) !!!

Enjoy, because it's better than Lino's directinput plugin.

DsPad offers a complete joystick support. It will pick up the first available controller.
No worry, the latest actual version of the SDL (1.2.12) is provided.

New version 1.1.0
I hope new version 1.1.0 will fix bugs, I changed some things, I think the conflict is solved.

New version 1.2.0

New version 1.3.0

version 1.4.0 has been released by Squall-Leonhart, he just changed 2 things : reorganized GUI and put OpenSDL on DllMain, it causes iDeaS to hang up on launch. He didn't solve the bugs. I experienced myself the bug with Y button.

New version 1.5.0, Will definitively solve bugs, inspired from source of Lino's DInput Plugin. Reorganized GUI, added support for POV diagonals.

Enjoy !!! Version 1.6.0 is out !!!
Fixed all bugs, X and Y buttons work perfectly now.
Plugin entirely remade, inspired from Lino's DInput plugin, new GUI. Fixed another bug : config file was exported in the rom folder. Now it is created on the dll's path.

Version 1.6.1 : removed PIT_DYNAMIC flag (should fix error 84). Plugin for Win32 & Linux, for Linux version use at least iDeaS 1.0.2.1 Beta, because 1.0.2.1 alpha has problems with plugins and touchscreen.

If SDL is not provided, download it here.

First put SDL.dll in the iDeaS root folder (not the plugin folder)and DsPad.dll in the plugin folder for Win32.
For Linux SDL is provided with Linux, if not download rpm package here.
Put DsPad.dll (libDsPad.so for Linux) in the plugin folder of iDeaS.
Launch iDeaS and select DsPad in the Input plugin list. A file named DsPad.ini will
be automatically created. It is the config file of DsPad.
Now, open the Property page and you will notice a tab named "DsPad Plugin Config".
This is the config panel of the plugin, here is its description :
The 8 first buttons are for button mapping. Click one of these buttons,
press a button of your joystick and
this button will be bound to the button you selected.
You can choose the axis sensitivity below.
-Low : for very sensible axes.
-Medium : recommended.
-High : for very used or lowly sensible axes.
The config is saved each time you modify a value, but you can click the "Save config"
button to make sure the config is saved.

NEW : you will notice a grey square with a white cross into it. This is a graphical modelization of the DS POV hat. It reacts to events from first POV hat and from first axis (X & Y) (Win32 only). They will be used into emulation.

For Linux & POV hats, I don't know if Linux supports them, on my joystick the POV hat is recognized as an axis. But you can still use the 1st axis control and the POV hat if Linux supports it.

SDL can be downloaded here.

Download the plugin in the attachments. You also have a screenshot of the new GUI.

ps : if admins could sticky this message...

Attached Images

DsPad1.6.0.JPG (28.9 KB, 609 views)

Attached Files

	DsPad1.0.0.zip (200.3 KB, 370 views)
	DsPad1.1.0.zip (199.3 KB, 145 views)
	DsPad1.2.0.zip (200.4 KB, 166 views)
	DsPad1.3.0.zip (198.8 KB, 491 views)
	DsPad1.5.0.zip (203.7 KB, 718 views)
	DsPad1.6.0.zip (57.6 KB, 435 views)
	DsPad1.6.1.zip (78.6 KB, 1963 views)

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Last edited by Luigi__; August 2nd, 2008 at 22:53. Reason: New version 1.6.1 -- For Win32 & Linux !!!

sigmax · October 19th, 2007

wow nice plugin i will test with my pad later

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**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

glad to hear it.

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RockmanForte · October 19th, 2007

Thank you so much but I find a bug....

B,A,Select, Start, L-Button, R-Button, D-Right, D-UP, D-Down is fine but I can't move the character to D-Left. I use Medium. I try LOW or High and still have the same result. Thanks in advance.

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I have:

Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u
PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL)

CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit
CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB)
Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video
Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand
Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

I think you should verify your config and calibrate your joystick, I don't have any problem with Left direction, even with joystick axes.

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RockmanForte · October 19th, 2007

config and calibrate ? Where ? My usb adapter do not need calibrate and dont have problem with all emulators include no$gba and neonds but not this ideas emulator.

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I have:

Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u
PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL)

CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit
CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB)
Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video
Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand
Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

keym · October 19th, 2007

The plugin works just fine, except for the fact that I can't move up, not with the d-pad or the axis. Is it just me? It does work on other programs.

RockmanForte · October 19th, 2007

The plugin works just fine but again, I can't move up down and left but right d-pad and buttons works fine. O.o

I tried calibrate and still have the same result. My usb adapter do not need calibrate but for your sake and still have the same thing. Many emulators worked with my usb adapter without a calibrate.

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I have:

Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u
PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL)

CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit
CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB)
Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video
Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand
Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

Shinrin_Cole · October 19th, 2007

Neither of my controllers are picked up on this plugin

Now only if we had a better sound plugin :P

**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

very strange indeed...
shinrin_cole : yes i think i will try another sound plugin. Lino's sound plugin is very buggy.

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Cheapshot · October 19th, 2007

Thank you so much for this but I have a problem too - I can only move left and right. Up and down don't work for me.

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**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

shinrin_cole : how many do you have joysticks ? my plugin supports up to 4 joysticks.

Maybe the people who have these bugs should, after configured the plugin, click "Save config" button ?

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If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.

biguins · October 19th, 2007

works, but the L and R buttons only works when i press X button together lol

Cheapshot · October 19th, 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by NHervé

Maybe the people who have these bugs should, after configured the plugin, click "Save config" button ?

Yes, I made sure I did that.

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Shinrin_Cole · October 19th, 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by NHervé

shinrin_cole : how many do you have joysticks ? my plugin supports up to 4 joysticks.

Maybe the people who have these bugs should, after configured the plugin, click "Save config" button ?

I have two joy pads, a PS2 controller and Game Cube controller.

these controllers work for every thing i have even with Joytokey. but this plugin isn't reconizing them

RockmanForte · October 19th, 2007

Now, what can we do about it ? lol

__________________
I have:

Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u
PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL)

CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit
CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB)
Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video
Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand
Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

Shinrin_cole : I think your joys are not compatible with SDL.
I will try to solve these bugs.
I've only a Logitech Cordless Rumblepad 2 adnd I only tested with New Super Mario Bros.

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Cheapshot · October 19th, 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by NHervé

Shinrin_cole : I think your joys are not compatible with SDL.
I will try to solve these bugs.
I've only a Logitech Cordless Rumblepad 2 adnd I only tested with New Super Mario Bros.

Well that explains it, you can only move left and right in that game.

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Athlon 64 X2 5200+ @ 2.73 GHZ/ Geforce 8800 GTS 320 mb (600/1900)/ 4GB DDR2 ram

Shinrin_Cole · October 19th, 2007

I think i know why i couldn't map my controller, cause i just check control panel and they aren't showing up, maybe this has to do with the crash that i had this morning.

**Luigi__** · October 19th, 2007

shinrin_cole : so my plugin isn't responsible.

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October 19th, 2007	#2 (permalink)
sigmax Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dominican Republic Posts: 1,254	wow nice plugin i will test with my pad later __________________ I like anime just a little

October 19th, 2007	#3 (permalink)
Luigi__ Plugin author Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peach__'s castle Posts: 703	glad to hear it. __________________ If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.

October 19th, 2007	#4 (permalink)
RockmanForte Rockman fan Join Date: May 2002 Location: Earth! Posts: 5,090	Thank you so much but I find a bug.... B,A,Select, Start, L-Button, R-Button, D-Right, D-UP, D-Down is fine but I can't move the character to D-Left. I use Medium. I try LOW or High and still have the same result. Thanks in advance. __________________ I have: Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL) CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB) Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

October 19th, 2007	#5 (permalink)
Luigi__ Plugin author Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peach__'s castle Posts: 703	I think you should verify your config and calibrate your joystick, I don't have any problem with Left direction, even with joystick axes. __________________ If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.

October 19th, 2007	#6 (permalink)
RockmanForte Rockman fan Join Date: May 2002 Location: Earth! Posts: 5,090	config and calibrate ? Where ? My usb adapter do not need calibrate and dont have problem with all emulators include no$gba and neonds but not this ideas emulator. __________________ I have: Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL) CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB) Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

October 19th, 2007	#7 (permalink)
keym Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: arg Posts: 8	The plugin works just fine, except for the fact that I can't move up, not with the d-pad or the axis. Is it just me? It does work on other programs.

October 19th, 2007	#8 (permalink)
RockmanForte Rockman fan Join Date: May 2002 Location: Earth! Posts: 5,090	The plugin works just fine but again, I can't move up down and left but right d-pad and buttons works fine. O.o I tried calibrate and still have the same result. My usb adapter do not need calibrate but for your sake and still have the same thing. Many emulators worked with my usb adapter without a calibrate. __________________ I have: Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL) CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB) Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

October 19th, 2007	#9 (permalink)
Shinrin_Cole Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 84	Neither of my controllers are picked up on this plugin Now only if we had a better sound plugin :P

October 19th, 2007	#10 (permalink)
Luigi__ Plugin author Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peach__'s castle Posts: 703	very strange indeed... shinrin_cole : yes i think i will try another sound plugin. Lino's sound plugin is very buggy. __________________ If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.

October 19th, 2007	#11 (permalink)
Cheapshot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: UK Posts: 123	Thank you so much for this but I have a problem too - I can only move left and right. Up and down don't work for me. __________________ Athlon 64 X2 5200+ @ 2.73 GHZ/ Geforce 8800 GTS 320 mb (600/1900)/ 4GB DDR2 ram

October 19th, 2007	#12 (permalink)
Luigi__ Plugin author Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peach__'s castle Posts: 703	shinrin_cole : how many do you have joysticks ? my plugin supports up to 4 joysticks. Maybe the people who have these bugs should, after configured the plugin, click "Save config" button ? __________________ If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.

October 19th, 2007	#13 (permalink)
biguins Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: poços de caldas Posts: 28	works, but the L and R buttons only works when i press X button together lol

October 19th, 2007	#16 (permalink)
RockmanForte Rockman fan Join Date: May 2002 Location: Earth! Posts: 5,090	Now, what can we do about it ? lol __________________ I have: Wii: Starfall, NeoGamma r7, and currently on 3.2u PSP PHAT: 1001k [TA-081] Custom Firmware 5.50 GEN-D2(FULL) CASE: EagleTech Sidewinder Gaming Tower Case w/420W Power Supply Black OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit CPU: Intel core 2 Duo Processor E8400 (2x 3.0GHz/6MB L2 Cache/1333FSB) Processor Cooling: Thermaltake V1 CPU Cooling Fan System Kit Silent & Overclocking Proof Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video Memory: 2048GB [1024GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Corsair-Value or Major Brand Sound Card: 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard

October 19th, 2007	#17 (permalink)
Luigi__ Plugin author Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peach__'s castle Posts: 703	Shinrin_cole : I think your joys are not compatible with SDL. I will try to solve these bugs. I've only a Logitech Cordless Rumblepad 2 adnd I only tested with New Super Mario Bros. __________________ If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.

October 19th, 2007	#19 (permalink)
Shinrin_Cole Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 84	I think i know why i couldn't map my controller, cause i just check control panel and they aren't showing up, maybe this has to do with the crash that i had this morning.

October 19th, 2007	#20 (permalink)
Luigi__ Plugin author Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peach__'s castle Posts: 703	shinrin_cole : so my plugin isn't responsible. __________________ If you're wondering where Mario__ is, he is currently saving Peach__ once again.