Xim technologies Edge User manual

XIM EDGE USER MANUAL

V.2012-09-08

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of XIM Edge! Designed by gamers, XIM Edge provides the best possible

mouse and keyboard (and more) solution for the Xbox 360 and PS3. XIM Edge is focused on quality gaming

experiences. Fully customizable and easy to use, XIM Edge has the flexibility to adapt your gaming-grade PC input

peripherals to your favorite Xbox 360 and PS3 games. Through advanced technology called Smart Translators,

XIM Edge is able to provide a level of mouse precision unachievable by any other gaming adapter available.

CONTENTS

Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

The Advantage of XIM Edge............................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Smart Translators.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2

Prerequisites .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2

XIM Edge Manager ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Gaming Hardware .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Controller ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Mouse...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Gaming Scenarios........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Desktop ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Living Room................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Wireless Nav Setup.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Cross Console Controller.................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Managing Configs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Connecting XIM Edge to your PC .................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Connecting to XIM Edge Manager .............................................................................................................................................................. 10

XIM Edge Manager Main Window .............................................................................................................................................................. 11

Adding a Config ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Editing a Config...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Mouse Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 13

Movement .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Action Bindings ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14

Display Color...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Load Hotkey ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

More Settings................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Deleting a Config .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

Selecting Startup Config................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Printing Configs Summary............................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Global Settings....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

Disconnecting From XIM Edge Manager................................................................................................................................................. 18

Connecting to Your Console ................................................................................................................................................................................ 19

Required Game Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

In-Game Config Editing ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Play Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Active Config...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Aim-Down-Sight Activated .......................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Maximum Turn Speed Exceeded ............................................................................................................................................................ 21

Config Mode............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21

Entering/Exiting Config Mode .................................................................................................................................................................. 21

Adjusting Hip Sensitivity............................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Adjusting ADS Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................................................................ 22

Binding Buttons ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Mouse Ballistics Editor ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Editing Modes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 24

Live ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Offline .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

Community Forum............................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

Common Issues .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29

Restoring Factory Defaults ............................................................................................................................................................................. 29

THE ADVANTAGE OF XIM EDGE

Next-generation console input adapter

Game on your Xbox 360 or PS3 using your favorite PC gaming-grade hardware

Mice, Keyboards, Joysticks, and Gameboard compatibility

Unsurpassed in-game 1-to-1 feel thanks to advanced

Smart Translator

technology

Simple configuration

Real-time feedback to guide you to your optimal settings

Supports your existing Xbox headsets and chatpads

Firmware upgradable

Active community forum

SMART TRANSLATORS

Through Smart Translators, XIM Edge is able to provide unparalleled mouse precision unachievable by any other

gaming adapter available. The problem is simple: when the mouse moves, equivalent reticle movement on the

screen should occur (i.e. 1-to-1 movement). This is the obvious result that all PC-gamers expect. But, before the

creation of Smart Translators, was not possible on consoles. Every console shooter has its own unique aiming

system that governs how the game controls and feels to the gamer. Every game is different as they all have

different stick dead-zones and geometries, variable sensitivity and acceleration regions, asymmetric sensitivity,

non-linear movement, and more. Be cautious of any console mouse adapter that claims “PC-feel” without talking

about how it solves all these challenges. XIM Edge’s Smart Translators is the only comprehensive solution for the

entire look mechanic problem.

PREREQUISITES

Before you begin gaming with your XIM Edge (also referred to as just “Edge” in this manual), there are a few

things that you’ll need to do to ensure you are set up for an optimal gaming experience.

XIM EDGE MANAGER

XIM Edge Manager (also referred to as “Manager” in this manual) is the PC application used to configure and

upgrade your XIM Edge. You can download the latest version from http://XIMEdge.com. Click on the

“Downloads” link and choose the

**LATEST**

version. For example:

Once downloaded, extract this ZIP to your preferred location on your computer. No further installation is

required. Simply run XIMEdgeManager.exe to launch.

GAMING HARDWARE

XIM Edge adapts your PC gaming hardware for use on your Xbox 360 or PS3. For a complete list of supported

mice, keyboards, joysticks, and gameboards, please refer to the XIM Edge Hardware Compatibility List.

CONTROLLER

It is required that a controller be connected to your XIM Edge at all times. A wired Xbox 360 controller is

used when connecting your Edge to an Xbox 360 (

please note that a play-and-charge cable will not work

). A

Dualshock3 controller with attached mini-USB cable is used when connecting your Edge to a PS3. For best

results, it is recommended that you use genuine Xbox 360 or PS3 controllers.

The controller is used for real-time in-game configuration and tuning of your Edge. When not configuring, the

controller’s sticks and buttons are fully functional. For Xbox, you can use your existing wired headset and

ChatPad simply by connecting them to your controller. No additional purchase of a wireless headset is required.

MOUSE

Gaming mice can be complex devices that, if not configured correctly, can lead to suboptimal gaming quality. It is

very important that you understand your mouse DPI (dots-per-inch), report rate, and button function settings.

If your mouse has on-board memory, it may have come with a utility program to configure its settings. For

example, Logitech mice are programmed using an application called

SetPoint

. Please contact your mouse

manufacturer for more information.

DPI

Mouse DPI is a measure of tracking precision. Low-DPI mice range from 1000 DPI and below and are typically

used in non-gaming desktop computing scenarios. Mid- to High-DPI mice range from 2000 to 5000+ DPI and

are commonly used for gaming.

Higher DPI mice are recommended for use with your XIM Edge

Make sure your mouse is running at its maximum DPI. Some mice have on-board memory to save your DPI

settings and some don’t, so, when you plug your mouse into Edge, it may not be running its maximum. Even brand

new high-DPI mice may not be factory set for their highest possible value out of the box.

For example, here is a Logitech mouse configured for a single maximum DPI of 5700 which will be used

whenever the mouse is plugged in:

If your mouse has adjustable DPI but no onboard memory, be sure to set its DPI to maximum (using its DPI-

increase button) every time it’s plugged into Edge.

REPORT RATE

Your mouse report rate determines how frequently the host (in this case either Edge or your computer) asks

your mouse for its current position and button values. Gaming mice typically provide the ability to choose the

report rate (for example, for Logitech mice

SetPoint

is used).

The following table lists the suggested mouse report rates to use depending on the console you are gaming on.

Since Edge is designed for perfect timing between your mouse and the console, it’s important to note that higher

report rates don’t have any benefit over lower. However, your mouse hardware may actually perform tracking

better at certain values. A good starting point would be to configure your mouse at the highest suggested report

rate.

Suggested mouse USB report rates

Xbox 360

125,250,500, 1000

PS3

200,500,1000

For example, here is a Logitech mouse configured at its maximum report rate of 1000:

BUTTON FUNCTIONS

Programmable gaming mice allow for customization of button functions. This means that you could, say,

program your mouse left button to act like the right. Some mice even allow the mouse to generate keyboard

events. For best results, assign as many of your mouse buttons as “Generic” or “Default” as your tool allows.

Do not program your mouse to generate keyboard events. It will cause issues with your Edge.

For example, for Logitech mice, assign all buttons other than Right and Left as “Generic”:

GAMING SCENARIOS

No matter if you come from a traditional desktop gaming background or if you prefer gaming wirelessly from

your couch in your living room, XIM Edge has you covered.

DESKTOP

Traditional gamers from a PC background will prefer gaming at a desk using wired mice and keyboards. The

player’s mouse is used for aiming (of course) and typically “WADS” on their keyboard for movement. Shown here

is a Logitech G500 gaming mouse and Zippy compact keyboard.

Given the nature of gaming with a keyboard, on-screen player movement is restricted to 8 directions (forward,

reverse, left, right, and diagonals). Many gamers prefer this type of

digitial

movement. Controllers, on the other

hand, aren’t restricted to 8-way movement because their thumbsticks provide

analog

movement. Through XIM

Edge, you can have the best of both worlds.

XIM Edge supports

analog

player movement through two supported devices. The Logitech G13 (shown here) is

seen by Edge as a Joystick because of its integrated analog thumbstick. The G13 also has many buttons for use

as well. Make sure to configure your Edge as using an “Analog (Joystick)” device (see the

Movement

section

below for details).

Another supported analog movement device is the Sony Move Navigation Controller (or “Nav”). This compact

hand-held controller can be plugged directly into your Edge using a standard mini-USB cable. At that point Edge

sees it as a Joystick and all buttons on it are available for use.

Make sure your Nav is OFF (i.e. its red light isn’t blinking) before connecting to your Edge.

LIVING ROOM

XIM Edge supports a variety of wireless devices so you can game comfortably from your couch while still taking

full advantage of Edge’s precision mouse aiming. Various wireless keyboards are supported, but, they are typically

large and would be cumbersome to use from a couch. To solve this problem, XIM Edge supports the Sony Move

Navigation Controller in wireless mode.

The Nav makes it easy to comfortably game from a couch. When used in this configuration, your XIM Edge and

controller can sit near your console out of the way.

On the couch, you’ll have your wireless mouse, Nav, and a lap surface. Shown here is a Logitech G700 wireless

gaming mouse and the wireless Nav. The surface you place on your lap for your mouse comes down to

preference. Here a simple hard-backed mouse pad is used that is very low-profile, compact, light but stable.

If you are a lower sensitivity player, or, you just prefer having a larger surface to game on, many lap desks are

available that come in different shapes and sizes to suit your needs.

WIRELESS NAV SETUP

To use your Sony Move Navigation Controller wirelessly, you will need a specific Bluetooth USB adapter: ASUS

USB-BT211 Mini Bluetooth Dongle.

Your Nav will need to be paired with the dongle.

This only has to be done once

. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Make sure your Edge is OFF

2. Make sure your Nav is OFF and fully CHARGED

3. Plug your console controller into your Edge’s left-most port

4. Plug your Nav wired (using a mini-USB cable) into your Edge’s center port

5. Plug your Bluetooth dongle into your Edge’s right-most port

6. Connect your Edge to your console

7. Wait for your Edge to display a quick blue flashing sequence to confirm pairing

8. Unplug your Nav

If your Nav has already been paired with your Bluetooth dongle, then, after your Edge is fully powered up and

initialized (i.e. the startup Config is already running), simply press the Nav’s PS button to connect.

CROSS CONSOLE CONTROLLER

Your XIM Edge gives you the ability to game using an Xbox controller on a Playstation 3 (and vice versa). Edge

will treat the different console’s controller like a Joystick. You can remap any of the buttons. Please note that you

will still need to have your console’s native controller plugged into your Edge at all times.

MANAGING CONFIGS

A Config contains all your settings for a game, such as the way you want your mouse, keyboard, or joystick

buttons mapped to in-game functions as well as the speed of your aim. Configs are added by using XIM Edge

Manager. But first, Edge must be connected to your PC.

CONNECTING XIM EDGE TO YOUR PC

To connect your Edge to your PC, simply use the included USB cable to attach your Edge to a free USB slot on

your PC. Make sure there are no other devices connected to your Edge before you connect it to your PC.

When no other devices are connected, Edge knows that you want it to be in “PC-Mode”. Edge is ready when it

displays blue. At that point, your PC will recognize it. No additional driver installation is required.

IMPORTANT: During the process of entering “PC-Mode”, your Edge will appear to start up normally and then

after a few seconds it will put itself into “PC-Mode”. It is very important that you let it finish the entire process

without disconnecting the device. If you don’t, there is the possibility that you may lose your settings.

CONNECTING TO XIM EDGE MANAGER

After Edge is in “PC-Mode”, XIM Edge Manager can be run. After launching Manager, use the Connect to XIM

Edge button to connect to your Edge.

During connection, your Edge’s contents will be downloaded and shown.

XIM EDGE MANAGER MAIN WINDOW

Edge Configs are specific to a single game (either for Xbox 360 or PS3) and all of them will be displayed in

Manager’s main list. Your Edge comes preloaded with several Configs for both Xbox and PS3. Since every gamer

has unique gaming preferences, you’ll likely want to either modify the existing Configs, or, delete them and add

new ones. Your Edge can store up to 16 Configs.

Each Config is represented with an entry in the list with the following information:

1. An icon of the game for which the Config is made

2. The color Edge displays when the Config is loaded

3. The name of the Config

4. The button used to load the Config at runtime

5. Whether the Config will be loaded automatically by Edge at startup

ADDING A CONFIG

To add a Config, click on New in Manager. You are given a list of games to choose from and what console you are

gaming on (unless it’s an exclusive game whereas the console is chosen for you). Choose a game and the name

of the Config and then press OK. If you are playing the same game with your Edge on both Xbox and PS3, it is

recommended that you choose a name that makes it easy for you to tell your Configs apart (such as “Modern

Warfare (Xbox)” and “Modern Warfare (PS3)”).

If the game you want to play isn’t listed, please check for updates to XIM Edge Manager at XIMEdge.com. It may

be included in a newer release. If it isn’t, it’s likely the game you are playing will be compatible with an existing

supported game. For more information, please visit the XIM Edge Community Forum and refer to the XIM Edge

Game Support List.

After you’ve added your Config, it will be shown on your Configs list. Manager will choose settings automatically

for you. A hotkey and color will be chosen that you haven’t yet used. Manager will also automatically choose

button mappings by analyzing your other Configs to understand your play style. Make sure to

Edit

your new Config

to verify its settings.

EDITING A CONFIG

To edit a Config, either double-click a Config entry or use Edit in Manager. All your Config’s settings will be

displayed.

Within the Config Editor you’ll be able customize several areas including name, load key, display color, mouse

sensitivity, movement control, and action (button) bindings.

MOUSE SENSITIVITY

The most difficult task for a console input adapter like Edge is the conversion of your mouse movement into a

precise and fluid aiming experience. Edge’s Smart Translators handle all the difficulties behind this. All you need

to do is set how fast (sensitive) you want your aim to feel.

Shooters typically have two aiming modes: hip and aim-down-sight (ADS). Because of this, your Edge may have

separate Smart Translators for each mode. Edge supports different sensitivity values for both hip and ADS.

If the game you are playing uses the same Smart Translator for both hip and ADS aiming modes (such as

Halo

Reach

), then you have the additional option of disabling the use of ADS sensitivity. This way, only a single sensitivity

is used for both hip and ADS aiming.

All games will have different Edge sensitivity settings, so it’s best to modify your mouse sensitivity values in-

game so you can quickly test the feel as you make changes. See

In-Game Config Editing

for more details.

Some games (such as

Call of Duty

) take a small amount of time to transition between aiming modes as the on-

screen animation shows your gun going from hip-fire to ADS. Edge even has a setting to compensate for this

called Delay. Use Delay to control how fast you want Edge to switch from hip to ADS (in milliseconds). This is an

advanced feature, so if you are unsure about it, leave it at 0.

MOVEMENT

Edge supports two types of in-game player movement: digital and analog.

Digital movement is performed via a keyboard and is typically set to “WADS” (although, it can be changed to

whatever you prefer). Eight directions of movement can be performed.

Edge also supports joysticks for analog movement (similar to a thumbstick on a controller). Certain gameboards

and nunchucks are also seen as joysticks by Edge (for example, the

Logitech G13

with integrated analog stick as

well as the

Sony Move Navigation Controller

). If you’d like to use a joystick for movement instead, use the drop-

down to change to “Analog (Joystick)”.

ACTION BINDINGS

All controller button actions within a game are bound to mouse, keyboard, and joystick buttons. The Config editor

will show all your current bindings. If an action is currently bound to a mouse button, there will be an “M”

displayed with the current mouse button selection. Keyboard will display “K” and joystick will display “J”.

To change a binding, click on it. You can then change the binding manually or you can use the Detect button to

auto-detect it.

The auto-detect tool can only see your mouse and keyboard when it’s connected directly to your PC (and it cannot

detect joysticks). For this reason, unless you know exactly what bindings you want, it’s recommended that you set

your bindings in-game. See

In-Game Config Editing

for more details.

DISPLAY COLOR

Smart Translators are designed per-game and every game is different. For this reason, it’s very important that

you are using the correct Config for the game you are playing. If you aren’t, you’re aiming will be unstable. Every

Config is assigned a color so you can identify which Config you currently have loaded.

Click on the color button to cycle through available colors. When the Config is loaded, the color will be displayed.

LOAD HOTKEY

Your Edge can hold multiple Configs, so, you need a way to load those Configs when you are gaming. The Hotkey

setting is used to choose the key you press to load this Config.

Manager will tell you if you choose a Hotkey that is already being used. If you want, you can have multiple Configs

use the same Hotkey in which case a “cycle group” is formed. Pressing the Hotkey will move to the next Config in

the group. This feature is useful when you’d have multiple Configs for a single game (such as

Battlefield 3

Configs would include those for on-foot, driving, flying, etc.

MORE SETTINGS

Click on More Settings … to access additional options for your Config. The

Enable Maximum Turn Speed Warning

and

Enable ADS Activation Notification

options allow you to disable the runtime light notifications. Please see

In-

Game Config Editing

for a description of what these lights mean.

INVERT MOUSE

Invert Vertical Mouse Movement

will flip your vertical reticle movement.

Mouse Ballistics Editor

is an advanced

topic that is described in detail in the section of the same name.

TURN ASSIST

Turn Assist

is a special mode that eases control of vehicle and turrets using a mouse. When Turn Assist is

activated (supports both hold and toggle modes), movement of your mouse is “cumulative”. This means that the

further you move your mouse from the point where you activated Turn Assist, the faster you will turn. This

feature can also be used while “on foot” to enable turning around while minimizing mouse movement.

PUSH TO TALK

When

Push To Talk

is activated, the wired headset mic connected through the controller is enabled (otherwise, it

is muted). Supports both hold and toggle modes. The usage of the Push To Talk is similar to that of a walkie-talkie.

Please note that this feature only available on Xbox and when using a wired headset.

LOAD BEHAVIOR

Load Behavior

is used to modify how Edge treats the Config when loaded. Three modes are supported: Standard,

Temporary Hold, and Temporary Toggle. Standard mode means no change (i.e. the Config is simply loaded

when its hotkey is pressed). Temporary Hold means the Config is loaded when its hotkey is pressed and the

prior

loaded Config is reloaded when the hotkey is released

. Temporary Toggle is the same as Hold except the

prior

loaded Config is reloaded when the hotkey is pressed again

Temporary Load Behavior is useful, for example, if you have a common Config that you use just for navigating

menus. It enables quick switch to your menu Config and then back to your current gaming Config with the single

hotkey.

MOUSE BALLISTICS

Please see the

Mouse Ballistics Editor

section for more information about mouse ballistics curve editing (an

advanced feature).

DELETING A CONFIG

To delete a Config, click on Delete in Manager. Remember that changes you make in Manager will not be saved

back to your Edge until you Disconnect. So, if you accidentally delete a Config, simply close Manager without

saving.

SELECTING STARTUP CONFIG

When Edge is powered on, it will automatically load a Config. To choose the Config it loads, click on the Config and

then click Startup. You will then see “[Startup]” displayed with the Config.

PRINTING CONFIGS SUMMARY

Edge can hold a lot of game Configs, so, to help you remember what you have on the Edge (and what hotkeys are

used to load those Configs), you can print out a summary by clicking Print.

GLOBAL SETTINGS

Click on Settings in Manager to access

Global Settings

Config Cycling Hotkeys

are an alternative way to load Configs by pressing

and

hotkeys to cycle

through your Configs. If you do not wish to use this feature (or want to only use one of the hotkeys), simply set to

None

Disable ‘Breathe’ Config Light Animations

is used to make Edge display your loaded Config lights at a single,

unchanging brightness.

DISCONNECTING FROM XIM EDGE MANAGER

When you are done making changes to your Edge, you must disconnect from Manager by pressing Save &

Disconnect. If you don’t want to save your changes, press the red X to close Manager and choose not to save

when asked.

IMPORTANT: Never unplug your Edge while it’s disconnecting from Manager. Otherwise, you will corrupt your

settings. Manager will inform when it is safe to unplug your Edge.

CONNECTING TO YOUR CONSOLE

To connect your Edge to your Xbox 360 or PS3, first connect your controller, mouse, and keyboard/joystick to

your Edge (PS3 users, make sure your Dualshock 3 is off). Although you can plug your peripherals into any of

Edge’s USB ports, to avoid compatibility issues with some peripherals, it’s recommended that you plug them into

their “preferred ports”:

Once your peripherals are connected, plug your Edge into your console using the supplied USB cable.

Your Edge will initialize your peripherals and load up your selected Startup Config. Make sure your controller

shows the player light.

Your controller is fully functional while connected through Edge. Connecting wired headsets and chatpads to

your controller is supported.

REQUIRED GAME SETTINGS

Your in-game look sensitivity must be set to maximum otherwise Edge’s Smart Translators won’t work correctly.

For example, if you are playing

Call of Duty

Halo

, you’d set the value to 10-Insane:

If the game has multiple sensitivity settings (such as separate horizontal and vertical) make sure to set both to

maximum. Sometimes additional settings are required. In those cases, Manager will inform you while you are

editing your Config of the additional in-game configuration settings you have to make. For example, for

Socom 4

IN-GAME CONFIG EDITING

Although you can configure everything about your Edge using Manager, there are certain settings that are best

made while in-game (such as mouse sensitivity and button bindings). Outside of Manager, Edge communicates

to you via its light. The light animates in different ways depending if Edge is running in Play Mode or Config Mode.

The following Light Guide describes various Edge functions and their corresponding light sequences. These

sequences are represented in this manual as light “timelines”.

PLAY MODE

Play Mode is the default mode Edge runs in at startup. In this mode, the controller functions normally and Edge

will report runtime status to you.

ACTIVE CONFIG

By default, your Edge will display the color you chose for the current active Config. For example, if your Config had

red as its color, Edge would display a red “breathing” color animation:

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