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'''The [http://www.3dconnexion.com/products/3a1d.php 3DConnexion SpaceNavigator] is a 3D mouse''' with [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/6DOF 6 degrees of freedom] which can be used in conjunction with Second Life's [[Flycam|Flycam mode]]. It's officially supported from version 1.20 and up.
'''The [http://www.3dconnexion.com/products/3a1d.php 3DConnexion SpaceNavigator] is a 3D mouse''' with [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/6DOF 6 degrees of freedom] which can be used in conjunction with Second Life's [[Flycam|Flycam mode]]. It's officially supported from version 1.20 and up.


== Setting up the SpaceNavigator for use with SL's flycam mode ==
== How do I make it work? ==
The SpaceNavigator works with SL's flycam mode using the latest 3DConnexion driver. See the [[Flycam]] wiki page for detailed instructions.
* Install the drivers and [http://www.3dconnexion.com/docs/QSG_English.pdf calibrate]. In Second Life, make sure to do this:
** Go to Edit menu > Preferences > Input & Camera tab.
** Click "Joystick Setup" and click "Enable Joystick" in the upper-left. If it's grayed-out, make sure your SN is connected properly


== Related resources ==
== Related resources ==

Revision as of 07:17, 26 July 2008

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What is it?

The 3DConnexion SpaceNavigator is a 3D mouse with 6 degrees of freedom which can be used in conjunction with Second Life's Flycam mode. It's officially supported from version 1.20 and up.

How do I make it work?

  • Install the drivers and calibrate. In Second Life, make sure to do this:
    • Go to Edit menu > Preferences > Input & Camera tab.
    • Click "Joystick Setup" and click "Enable Joystick" in the upper-left. If it's grayed-out, make sure your SN is connected properly

Related resources

  • Join an inworld group like "3DConnexion Space Cadets" to chat with other SN fans.
  • Interested in the more technical aspects? Join SLDev and ask there.

Bugs

  • Experiencing a bug? See if it's already been reported or fixed @ VWR-6363.