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Welcome and Thanks
Thank you for purchasing the Nostromo n40 Dual Analog USB
Gamepad. You will find this is the tool you need to increase
your scores and dominate your opponents. In addition to the
Nostromo n40 Dual Analog USB Gamepad, Belkin also
manufactures additional Nostromo Game Devices, as well as a
broad line of PC accessories. Check out our website at
www.belkin.com for additional information.
ᕡ GETTING STARTED
• Your Nostromo n40 Dual Analog USB Gamepad will work with any
Windows
®
98, 2000, or Me game. If you are using Windows 2000,
please be sure to plug in your gamepad before installing any
software on the enclosed CD.
• The enclosed CD contains the Nostromo Array Programming
Software. With this software you can get the increased
programmability, up to 57 programmable functions, that hardcore
gamers crave and need to maintain their edge. If you choose,
there is no need to use the software. The n40 will function perfectly
without it.
• If you are using a Mac there is no need to install any software.
ᕢ INSTALL THE SOFTWARE
• Insert your Nostromo Array Programming Software into your
CD/DVD drive on your computer.
• The software will start automatically. If it doesn’t, click the Start
Button and Choose RUN. Click BROWSE and choose the CD
Drive. Select setup.exe and click OK.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to continue with the software
installation.
ᕣ CONNECT THE GAMEPAD
• Connect the Nostromo n40 USB Gamepad to an available USB
port on your computer.
• Continue to follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
ᕤ START THE SOFTWARE
• Start the Nostromo Array Programming Software.
• Double-click on in the taskbar, or find the Nostromo Array
Programming Software in the Start Menu, Program Files. You also
have the option to install this logo on your desktop for direct and
easy access.
ᕥ VERIFY THE CONTROLLER STATUS
• Before using the controller in a game, make sure the status is OK.
• Select Start, then Settings, then Control Panel. Once in the Control
Panel select the Game Controllers icon. In the General tab, make
sure the status of the Nostromo n40 USB Gamepad reads "OK". In
the Advanced Tab, make sure the Nostromo n40 USB Gamepad is
on ID1. If it is not on ID1, rearrange the controllers to make it ID1.
ᕦ SELECT PROFILE
The Nostromo Array Programming Software comes pre-loaded with
30 profiles. To select a profile, open the Nostromo Array
Programming Software Profile Editor. Then select the Open icon in
the taskbar of Open in the File Menu. This will take you to your
Profile Folder where your profiles are normally stored. Select the
Profile you would like to use and click Open.
ᕧ START THE GAME
You are now installed and ready to go! Congratulations! Be sure to
check your game to make sure you are taking advantage of all the
options available.
ᕨ TROUBLESHOOTING
The Nostromo n40 is not responding
• Make sure your cable is connected properly
• In the Windows Control Panel/Game Controllers Window, make
sure the window shows "Nostromo n40 USB Gamepad OK" If you
don’t see this line, unplug the gamepad and uninstall the software
and drivers. Then reboot, re-install the software, and plug in the
pad. If you are using Windows 2000 be sure to plug in the
gamepad first.
• Also make sure the controller is assigned ID1 in the Advanced Tab.
• Make sure your button assignment is what you think it is.
• Try restarting your computer.
• Check for additional information in the Nostromo Array
Programming Software Help Files.
• Go to www.belkin.com for further assistance.
The Game Froze
• Restart your computer.
The Gamepad is not in the Windows Control Panel
• Unplug your gamepad, uninstall the software and drivers. Then
reboot, re-install the software, and plug in the pad. If you are using
Windows 2000 be sure to plug in the gamepad first.
The Game Settings are wrong
• If you made a profile for the game, double check the profile and
make sure the settings are correct.
FEATURES OVERVIEW
Complete Users Guide in the Nostromo Array Programming
Software
Upon installation of the Nostromo Array Programming Software, click
Users Guide to see information on the following:
• Product Features.
• Instructions for using the Nostromo Array Programming Software to
customize the gamepad’s settings.
• Product Support and Trouble Shooting Information.
• End user license agreement and Limited Warranty.
Product Technical Support: 800-223-5546 ext. 2263
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ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
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our sole responsibility that the product:
F8GBPC002
to which this declaration relates:
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
CE Declaration of Conformity
We, Belkin Components, declare under our sole responsibility that the
F8GBPC002, to which this
declaration relates, is in conformity with Generic Emissions Standard EN50081-1 and with Generic
Immunity Standard EN50082-1 1992.
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Nostromo n40 USB Gamepad Quick Start Guide
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mooth and Sensitive
D
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Action Buttons
Four Rapid Fire Triggers
USB
Enter and
Escape Buttons
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