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Offline duhokay

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« Reply #150 on: Thu, 13 May 2010, 13:01:08 »
Just got off the phone with MsKeyboard at Fentek and heard that there will be a new l-trac released at the end of the month (cst2545xw-rc). It will include 2 extra buttons and an additional 3200dpi adjustment. Interested to see what it will look like. Have an order in for one.
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« Reply #151 on: Thu, 13 May 2010, 13:10:09 »
Quote from: duhokay;182007
Just got off the phone with MsKeyboard at Fentek and heard that there will be a new l-trac released at the end of the month (cst2545xw-rc). It will include 2 extra buttons and an additional 3200dpi adjustment. Interested to see what it will look like. Have an order in for one.

hmmm.  Maybe I'll hold off on the extra button mod then.  :)
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Offline duhokay

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« Reply #152 on: Thu, 13 May 2010, 17:14:33 »
I just hope that the buttons are placed well, doubt I will end up using the 3200dpi.
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Offline skcheng

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« Reply #153 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 07:30:55 »
I've been using the CST purchased from Buy.com on the left side of my keyboard with my left hand and it's like buttah.   Smooth, accurate and a lot of fun.   I've never had an issue with Windows 7 64 Bit or XP Pro.  

I don't use the CST all of the time, and I have the Logitech G9 on the right side of my keyboard.  

If/when the new version comes out, I'll definitely pick one up.
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #154 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 07:41:18 »
Mhmm, I saw a poll on their site asking whether or not people wanted a 3200DPI model. Will be interested to see how they handle the extra button on it.
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Offline Half-Saint

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« Reply #155 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 08:24:44 »
I want one. Can it be bought in Europe? :-)
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« Reply #156 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 11:24:28 »
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I want one. Can it be bought in Europe? :-)


Ya. on the website they have a reseller in Europe called Computerware.
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #157 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 11:43:38 »
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I want one. Can it be bought in Europe? :-)


Check the CST site, they have a few places around Europe
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Offline MsKeyboard

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« Reply #158 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 15:26:26 »
Hey all,
Here is the scoop on the new L-Trac-X.  It will be adjustable on the fly from 800 to 3200 cpi, but basically the same case, inputs and switching as now.  CST will also be releasing some new add-ons, such as a wrist rest that is to some extent adjustable and some external buttons that can be attached either through the use of velcro or double stick tape.
We have always been proud to carry CST products, since as you can see they are great at listening to their customers and offering products to accommodate their needs or concerns.
Let me know if you have any other questions.  Should have all the specs online soon............Later
« Last Edit: Fri, 14 May 2010, 16:56:40 by MsKeyboard »
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #159 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 16:04:56 »
Is this wrist rest external to the trackball?
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Offline MsKeyboard

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« Reply #160 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 16:50:21 »
From what we have been told, the wrist rest will attach to the front of the trackball in a manner that allows adjustment in angle and placement.
Also, Robert Rolling is still with CST, but we have been dealing with Ross Myers.  Great group of people.............Later
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« Reply #161 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 18:19:05 »
YAY, I can't wait for the new CST L-Trac-X.  Given the two additional buttons, I should be able to demote the Death Adder.  The only bad is there's nothing actually wrong with my D.A. and the CST will probably cost 5 times as much.
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #162 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 19:13:25 »
Quote from: MsKeyboard;182426
From what we have been told, the wrist rest will attach to the front of the trackball in a manner that allows adjustment in angle and placement.


I'm liking the sound of this. The wrist rest is one of the things I missed when I went from my KEM to the CST.
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Offline duhokay

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« Reply #163 on: Fri, 14 May 2010, 20:32:00 »
That is great to hear, my l-trac is not uncomfortable though a rest would be much nicer.
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Offline bigpook

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« Reply #164 on: Sat, 15 May 2010, 12:42:12 »
Upgrading linux distros is actually quite simple. Ideally, you have /home on its own partition.
It takes me about 20 minutes to do an install, maybe a reboot or two and I am done.

The last windows I installed was XP and it was incredibly tedious. Maybe its better with windows 7?
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« Reply #165 on: Sat, 15 May 2010, 13:07:17 »
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The last windows I installed was XP and it was incredibly tedious. Maybe its better with windows 7?

This is entirely subjective.

As an example, this "tedious" procedure, as you've called it, is something I prefer immensely over the methods used elsewhere. I think I'm in the minority when I say I like the Windows install process, but different strokes for different folks I suppose.

Related concept would be software installation and upgrading on each platform. I can't stand package managers or the concept of them; I prefer to keep a library of installers somewhere (external HDD in my case) and reference that collection after a new Windows install. This way, if I've found a version I like better than the newest, it's substantially simpler to obtain the older version (and that tends to be the case; Fireworks 8, Winamp 5.35, couple-versions-old Nero...)

And re: ripster, for that sort of thing with me, I also keep a backed up copy of my application data folders (there are indeed a couple scattered about) and for the programs which store their preferences in their installation folder, a copy of that folder itself.
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Offline Rajagra

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« Reply #166 on: Sat, 15 May 2010, 13:30:58 »
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I think I'm in the minority when I say I like the Windows install process


I like the old DOS way of installing things:

*** Copy files to hard disk. ***

Job done. Simple. Effective. Easy to fix if something goes wrong. Easy to transfer to another machine / partition.

Then Microsoft had to make everything dependent on a central registry. In the name of reliability and tidyness??? Somehow "ROFL" doesn't quite cut it.
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Offline bigpook

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« Reply #167 on: Sat, 15 May 2010, 13:31:04 »
I still think a windows install is tedious but haven't done Vista or Win7 yet. Maybe its improved.
 All I remember is the multiple reboots, failure to detect the hardware on the motherboard (and this from a "plug and play" OS no less ), then the endless round of application installs and then finding drivers....and more reboots.
Different strokes for different folks I guess. I'll take apt-get over whatever passes for package management on a windows machine.
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #168 on: Sat, 15 May 2010, 16:10:24 »
Quote from: bigpook;182657
I still think a windows install is tedious but haven't done Vista or Win7 yet. Maybe its improved.
 All I remember is the multiple reboots, failure to detect the hardware on the motherboard (and this from a "plug and play" OS no less ), then the endless round of application installs and then finding drivers....and more reboots.
Different strokes for different folks I guess. I'll take apt-get over whatever passes for package management on a windows machine.


Windows 7 has one of the most painless install procedures... With the exception of my ASUS sound card, all hardware on my desktop and laptop work right out of the box. Ubuntu is probably the best for idiot proof install, but hardware support is nowhere near as good.

That, and the OS itself is pretty crap.
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #169 on: Mon, 17 May 2010, 14:09:46 »
Do they require you to send the old unit back to them?
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #170 on: Mon, 17 May 2010, 15:47:03 »
Interesting, I might send an email across.
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Offline iMav

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« Reply #171 on: Sat, 29 May 2010, 17:41:43 »
I've noticed on my trackball that I have a "dead spot" on the scroll wheel.  If I rotate to that section, scrolling is not detected...I have to roll past that small section for scrolling to continue.  

Has anyone else encountered this??

EDIT:  Took it apart again and put it back together and the problem has disappeared.. perhaps it was simply not seated properly...regardless, the problem is gone.  :)
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Offline Rajagra

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« Reply #172 on: Sat, 29 May 2010, 17:51:57 »
Sounds like a blockage on the toothed wheel. Should be an easy fix. Unless a tooth has broken off.
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Offline iMav

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« Reply #173 on: Mon, 31 May 2010, 10:21:42 »
I've been using mine regularly and have to say that I miss the slimblade.  The main problem for me is I like to use my finger tips to manipulate the ball.  This means that whenever I need to hit the middle button or us the scroll wheel, I have to significantly shift my hand forward.

How does everyone else use the trackball?  I can't imagine being very accurate with the palm of my hand (plus, that would mean a lot of arm movement).
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Offline iMav

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« Reply #174 on: Mon, 31 May 2010, 12:10:13 »
Just like the slimblade, I will use it for a month straight and see how I adjust.  I hated the slimblade when I first tried it...so I'm sure I will adjust.  :)
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Offline ch_123

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« Reply #175 on: Mon, 31 May 2010, 12:45:20 »
Quote from: iMav;188468
I've been using mine regularly and have to say that I miss the slimblade.  The main problem for me is I like to use my finger tips to manipulate the ball.  This means that whenever I need to hit the middle button or us the scroll wheel, I have to significantly shift my hand forward.

How does everyone else use the trackball?  I can't imagine being very accurate with the palm of my hand (plus, that would mean a lot of arm movement).


I have the same problem. In fact, when I use it, I find myself reliving my glory Windows 95 days and drag-clicking the slider on the side of the window...

Tried using my KEM again for a while, but it feels like pushing a rusty wheelbarrow after using the CST with its metal rollers. It's a shame because the scroll wheel is a really great idea.
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Offline iMav

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« Reply #176 on: Mon, 31 May 2010, 14:42:17 »
I'm already getting more accustomed to it.  :)

(it's the only trackball I have that will fit next to my Model F on my keyboard tray...so there is motivation)
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« Reply #177 on: Mon, 31 May 2010, 14:54:47 »
Quote from: ripster;188511
That spacebar and layout - ow!  Nice switches though.
I've always been hard on my space bars, so the one on the Model F is perfect.  And now that I have closely replicated the HHKB layout, I'm quite happy with it for now.
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« Reply #178 on: Wed, 02 June 2010, 15:32:00 »
You see, there's a model F for everyone!
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« Reply #179 on: Wed, 16 June 2010, 05:53:07 »
Yeah, got the same email here.
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