Hey Robin,
It's great to hear that you were able to resolve the throttle issue with your Logitech Extreme 3D Pro joystick. Although the exact reason behind the issue remains uncertain, I'd like to offer some insights to help you and others who may encounter similar situations.
In some cases, FSX may have conflicting input settings that interfere with joystick functionality. Here's a rundown of steps to check and adjust settings:
- In FSX, go to Settings > Controls > Calibration.
- Make sure the Enable Controllers checkbox is selected.
- Click on the Change Assignment button and confirm that throttle axis is assigned to the correct control.
- Ensure that no other axis or input is assigned to the same control, as this may cause conflicts.
If the issue persists, it's worth checking the Logitech Gaming Software (LGS) to verify that the joystick's throttle axis is properly configured. You can download LGS from the Logitech support page.
- Open LGS and select your Extreme 3D Pro.
- Go to the Axis tab, and verify that the throttle axis is assigned correctly.
- Check for any conflicting commands in LGS, and remove them if necessary.
Another possible solution is to delete your FSX.cfg file to restore default settings. This file is usually located in your %APPDATA%\Microsoft\FSX folder. Be sure to back up the file before deleting, just in case you need to revert any changes.
Lastly, updating your joystick drivers and FSX to their latest versions may help resolve compatibility issues.
I hope these suggestions prove helpful in case you run into similar problems in the future. Enjoy your flights, and happy landings!