Difference between revisions of "Encoders"
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<p>- [[Hagstrom Electronics]]</p> | <p>- [[Hagstrom Electronics]]</p> | ||
<p>- [[Ultimate Arcade Controls (Ultimarc)]]</p> | <p>- [[Ultimate Arcade Controls (Ultimarc)]]</p> | ||
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| + | <p>- [[Rotary Encoders]]</p> | ||
| + | <p>- [[Optical Encoders]]</p> | ||
Revision as of 06:58, 24 February 2006
An encoder is a specialized device that interprets button presses and control movements and transfers that information to a computer. They can interpret keyboard, mouse, or gamepad commands, depending on the type and capability of the encoder. They depend on an external switch, such as a microswitch or a leafswitch to register commands.
Encoders are available from several vendors including:
- Ultimate Arcade Controls (Ultimarc)
There are four types of encoders presently available:
