How to use the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick
This article will show you how to use the VelocityOne Flightstick joystick, released by Turtle Beach, with Microsoft Flight Simulator.- Introducing the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick
- Switching between PC/XBOX modes: Configuring various settings
- Setting with smartphone app: Firmware update
- Updating the firmware using your PC
- Flight Management Display (FMD): Using the Timer
- Calibration Procedure
- Assigning functions to the stick
- Function mapping default values in MSFS2020
- Adjusting the spring tension of the stick
- Controller for flight simulator
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Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick Universal Simulation Controller
TURTLE BEACH November 17, 2022 USD129.96
High-Precision, Non-Contact Main Axes. Customizable, Multi-Function Throttle & Flap Levers. Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One & PC. 27 Programmable Buttons, 8 Axes, POV Hat & Rapid-Fire Trigger. Integrated, OLED Flight Management Display. Intuitive Flight Configuration Wheel.
Introducing the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick
Below are some official related pages for this product. We recommend that you check these pages as well.
When connected to a computer with the included USB Type-C - Type-A cable, the power turns on, the blue and orange LED lights light up, and the computer recognizes it.
However, when trying to operate the analog hat switches, you often end up clicking the B17 button below it, which seems unusable.
And there is a 3.5mm audio connector on the right edge. If you specify the audio output destination on your computer as "Headset Earphones VelocityOne Flightstick", you can use the headphones connected here. If you do not want to use this, change the audio output destination on your computer.
Switching between PC/XBOX modes: Configuring various settings
Function | Description |
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HOME SCREEN | This gives you an overview of your current stick settings. It shows your current input mode, stick response profile, trim values, and direction (right hand/left hand) settings. It also shows a chronometer for timing flight waypoints. Right-clicking on the configuration wheel will start/stop the timer, while left-clicking will reset it. |
INPUT MODE | Change input mode to PC/Xbox. In PC mode, you can use the touchpad to control the mouse cursor. Clicking the touchpad will input a left mouse click. In Xbox mode, you can use the stick buttons to operate the Xbox system. |
STICK PERFORMANCE | The test screen captures and displays live feedback from the stick. The profile screen allows you to choose from three stick response curves: STANDARD, PRECISION, and FAST. |
AUDIO | Adjust your game volume, chat mix (Xbox consoles only), mic monitoring, and mic status without pausing your flight. The EQ MODE menu also lets you choose from one of five Turtle Beach Audio Hub preset equalizer settings, including Superhuman Hearing. |
TRIM WHEEL | The Indicator screen captures and displays live feedback from your trim wheel. The Response Options screen allows you to choose the functionality of your trim wheel between "Analogue Axis" or "Digital Buttons". Analogue Axis allows for more precise control in aircraft that use a wheel for trim control. When Digital Buttons is selected, the wheel outputs two types of button pulses (UP/DOWN) depending on the direction you move it. Ideal for aircraft that use button-based trim control. |
RUDDER LOCK | Disables rudder input, which can be entered by twisting the stick. Set this if you do not need yaw control or if you are using separate rudder pedals. |
PRO-AIM | The Pro-Aim function temporarily reduces the sensitivity of the sticks. This is useful when making important adjustments in flight or when aiming at enemy fighters. In the Button Settings screen, assign this function to one of the programmable buttons. To use this function, press and hold the assigned button. Note that any functions already assigned to programmable buttons will also be output at the same time as the Pro-Aim function. In the Level Settings screen, adjust the amount of sensitivity reduction while Pro-Aim is active. The higher the setting, the greater the sensitivity reduction. |
ORIENTATION | This can be set depending on whether you are right-handed or left-handed. By default, the product is set for right-handed use. When set for left-handed use, the button and stick mappings will be swapped. You can also switch the wrist rest orientation to right or left. |
TOUCHPAD SENSITIVITY | You can adjust the sensitivity of the touchpad. |
LIGHTING | You can choose the color of the LED light from the color themes. You can also adjust the brightness of the LED and FMD. |
BLUETOOTH | Connect Flightstick to your smart device via Bluetooth and use the companion app to customize product features in real time. Requires a smart device running Android 8.0 or iOS 15.4 or later. |
Setting with smartphone app: Firmware update
Once you connect your smartphone and VelocityOne Flightstick via Bluetooth, you can use the smartphone app to configure various settings. First, install the VelocityOne Flightstick app on your smartphone or tablet.-
VelocityOne Flightstick
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The VelocityOneFlightstick app allows you to customize settings such as axis response, deadzones, lighting, orientation and more with just the touch of your mobile device.
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Updating the firmware using your PC
Firmware updates can also be performed on your computer.Flight Management Display (FMD): Using the Timer
In the "AXIS" column, you can check the stick response (reaction curve) setting.
In the "TRIM" column, you can check the current value of the trim wheel.
In the "CHRONO" column, you can check the current value of the chronometer (timer). This stick is equipped with an independent chronometer (timer) to measure elapsed time. When the display is at the home screen, the timer starts/stops each time you click "confirm" on the right side of the configuration wheel. Clicking "cancel" on the left side of the configuration wheel resets the timer to zero. It can be used to measure flight time when approaching an airport using basic turns.
Calibration Procedure
You can read the instructions for calibrating the stick, lever, and analog POV buttons on the following page on the official website. Basically, press and hold the left B button and right Y button simultaneously for 5 seconds to switch to calibration mode, then operate the stick, lever, and analog POV buttons through their full range of motion. Then press the left A button and right Y button simultaneously to save the calibration results.Assigning functions to the stick
MSFS2024
For some reason, many features are unassigned in MSFS2024. Please manually assign the features you need before using them.
A black box will then display the message "Scanning." Now, on your controller, move the stick, lever, or button you want to assign an action to.
Once you have assigned all the required functions, click [Back] - [Save and Return] at the bottom left of the screen to complete the setup.
MSFS2020
In MSFS2020, the major controllers are assigned appropriate functions by default. Assign them manually only if you want to change the default values.
Once you have assigned all the required functions, click [Back] - [Save and Return] at the bottom left of the screen to complete the setup.
Function mapping default values in MSFS2020
In MSFS2020, each button, stick, and lever is assigned a function by default as shown in the table below.Name | Meaning |
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JOYSTICK POV | Digital hat switch on the left side of the stick tip |
JOYSTICK R-AXIS(X,Y) | Analog hat switch on the right side of the stick tip |
JOYSTICK R-AXIS(Z) | The lever on the left side of the stick |
JOYSTICK L-AXIS | The stick |
JOYSTICK SLIDER X | A potentiometer (trim wheel) located in the center of the tip of the stick |
JOYSTICK SLIDER Y | The lever on the right side of the stick |
JOYSTICK BUTTON 9/10 | Pulling the left lever all the way forward functions as button 10, and pushing it all the way back functions as button 9. |
JOYSTICK BUTTON 11/12 | Pulling the right lever all the way forward functions as button 12, and pushing it all the way back functions as button 11. |
JOYSTICK BUTTON 19 | Pressing the center of the analog hat switch acts as button 19. |
JOYSTICK BUTTON 21 | The View button to the left of the XBOX button in the center of the pedestal |
JOYSTICK BUTTON 23 | The Menu button to the right of the XBOX button in the center of the pedestal |
Menu1 | Menu2 | Settings |
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COCKPIT CAMERA | RESET COCKPIT VIEW | JOYSTICK BUTTON 19 |
PREVIOUS PILOT POSITION | JOYSTICK POV DOWN | |
NEXT PILOT POSITION | JOYSTICK POV UP | |
COCKPIT VIEW YAW AXIS | JOYSTICK R-AXIS X (REVERSE AXIS) | |
COCKPIT VIEW PITCH AXIS | JOYSTICK R-AXIS Y | |
COCKPIT QUICKVIEW RIGHT | JOYSTICK POV RIGHT | |
COCKPIT QUICKVIEW LEFT | JOYSTICK POV LEFT | |
EXTERNAL CAMERA | RESET EXTERNAL VIEW | JOYSTICK BUTTON 19 |
EXTERNAL VIEW LOOK UP | JOYSTICK R-AXIS Y+ | |
EXTERNAL VIEW LOOK RIGHT | JOYSTICK R-AXIS X+ | |
EXTERNAL VIEW LOOK LEFT | JOYSTICK R-AXIS X- | |
EXTERNAL VIEW LOOK DOWN | JOYSTICK R-AXIS Y- | |
EXTERNAL QUICKVIEW TOP | JOYSTICK POV DOWN | |
EXTERNAL QUICKVIEW RIGHT | JOYSTICK POV LEFT | |
EXTERNAL QUICKVIEW REAR | JOYSTICK POV UP | |
EXTERNAL QUICKVIEW LEFT | JOYSTICK POV RIGHT | |
CAMERA MODE SWITCHES | COCKPIT/EXTERNAL VIEW MODE | JOYSTICK BUTTON 21 |
Menu | Settings |
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TOGGLE PAUSE | JOYSTICK BUTTON 23 |
SEE SPECIFICATIONS | JOYSTICK BUTTON 4 |
RESTART FREE FLIGHT | JOYSTICK BUTTON 3 |
RESTART ACTIVITY | JOYSTICK BUTTON 3 |
FLY | JOYSTICK BUTTON 1 |
DISPLAY CHECKLIST | JOYSTICK BUTTON 5 |
CLOSE MENU | JOYSTICK BUTTON 2 |
CHANGE AIRCRAFT | JOYSTICK BUTTON 3 |
BACK TO MAIN MENU | JOYSTICK BUTTON 4 |
Menu | Settings |
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DISPLAY ATC | JOYSTICK BUTTON 6 |
Menu1 | Settings |
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TOGGLE PUSHBACK | JOYSTICK BUTTON 3 |
SET PAUSE OFF | JOYSTICK BUTTON 23 / JOYSTICK BUTTON 2 |
INTERACTION UNLOCK | JOYSTICK BUTTON 2 |
INTERACTION LOCK | JOYSTICK BUTTON 1 |
DISPLAY NAVLOG | JOYSTICK BUTTON 7 |
CURSOR TOGGLE | JOYSTICK BUTTON 17 |
Menu1 | Menu2 | Settings |
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ENGINE INSTRUMENTS | TOGGLE AFTERBURNER | JOYSTICK BUTTON 9 |
AUTO START ENGINE | JOYSTICK BUTTON 1 |
Menu1 | Menu2 | Settings |
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PRIMARY CONTROL SURFACES | RUDDER AXIS | JOYSTICK L-AXIS Z (REVERSE AXIS) |
ELEVATOR AXIS | JOYSTICK L-AXIS Y (REVERSE AXIS) | |
AILERONS AXIS | JOYSTICK L-AXIS X (REVERSE AXIS) | |
CONTROLL TRIMMING SURFACES | ELEVATOR TRIM UP (NOSE UP) | JOYSTICK BUTTON 14 |
ELEVATOR TRIM DOWN (NOSE DOWN) | JOYSTICK BUTTON 13 | |
ELEVATOR TRIM AXIS(-100 TO 100%) | JOYSTICK SLIDER X | |
SECONDARY CONTROLL SURFACES | RETRACT FLAPS | JOYSTICK BUTTON 11 |
FLAPS AXIS | JOYSTICK SLIDER Y (REVERSE AXIS) | |
EXTEND FLAPS | JOYSTICK BUTTON 12 |
Menu1 | Menu2 | Settings |
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- | TOGGLE LIGHTS | JOYSTICK BUTTON 8 |
INTERIOR LIGHTS | TOGGLE PEDESTAL LIGHTS | JOYSTICK BUTTON 8 |
Menu1 | Settings |
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TOGGLE PARKING BRAKES | JOYSTICK BUTTON 2 |
BRAKES | JOYSTICK BUTTON 18 |
Menu1 | Settings |
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TOGGLE AUTOPILOT MASTER | JOYSTICK BUTTON 16 |
Menu1 | Menu2 | Settings |
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THROTTLE | THROTTLE CUT | JOYSTICK BUTTON 10 |
THROTTLE AXIS | JOYSTICK R-AXIS Z | |
DECREASE THROTTLE | JOYSTICK BUTTON 10 |
Menu1 | Settings |
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TOGGLE LANDING GEAR | JOYSTICK BUTTON 4 |
Adjusting the spring tension of the stick
First remove the 8 screws indicated by the arrows. All the screws are the same size (3x12mm). 4 of them are inside the rubber feet.
Then remove the four screws indicated by the arrows. They are also the same size (3x12mm).
This time, I happened to have some spare silicone tubing on hand, so I used that, but I think a metal washer or pipe would also work instead.
The longer the length of silicone tubing, the weaker the tension.
However, the spring tension of the rudder (twist) remains the same. For the rudder, I recommend purchasing separate foot-operated rudder pedals.
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