Saitek X36 - User Manual

Saitek X36 Flight Control System
Congratulations! You are the now the owner of the most advanced, yet easy
to use flight controller available. The X36 stick & throttle combination has over
250 programming options. Both have an unlimited number of choices for setting up
X36 for your favorite games. The programming is accomplished by the easy to use
Windows interface - using Saitek Gaming Extensions (SGE) software. However,
because of the variety of programming options, it is important that you
read this manual prior to setting up and using the X36.
This manual will take you through the following easy steps to set up your flight
controller. Don’t skip any steps! They will save you time and have you playing your
favorite game quickly and easily.
X36 Features
Control Stick
The X36 Control Stick has two 8-way Hat Switches, a Trigger, three Fire Buttons,
Pinkie Switch and Launch button - all of which can be programmed. The Pinkie
Switch can be programmed as a shift key, to double the number of functions, on both
Joystick and Throttle / Rudder control.
Throttle / Rudder Control
The X36 Throttle has a Throttle, Rudder Control, Fire Button, 4-way Hat Switch,
two Rotary Switches and 2 x Mode Switches. Each of these can be programmed as
well. The Mode Switch can be set to give you three different settings for each button.
What is included
D The X36 Control Stick.
D The X36 Throttle / Rudder Controller.
D 8 (eight) removable suction cup feet.
D Saitek Gaming Extensions (SGE) programming software.
D Manual
D Command Allocation Sheet
Missile launcher
Hat switch 2
Fire button A
Fire button B
Hat Switch 1
Fire button C
Trigger
Pinkie switch
Mode switch 1
Fire button D
Rotary switch 2
Mode switch 2
Rotary switch 1
Hat switch 3
Rudder control
Throttle control
Mode indicators
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Summary

X36 Features

Control Stick

Describes the X36 Control Stick with its 8-way Hat Switches, Trigger, Fire Buttons, Pinkie Switch and Launch button.

Throttle Rudder Control

Details the X36 Throttle with Throttle, Rudder Control, Fire Button, 4-way Hat Switch, Rotary Switches and Mode Switches.

Getting Started

Dual Compatibility for USB and Game Port Connection

Explains the choice between USB and game port connectors for the X36 Flight Controller.

Installing your Saitek X36 Flight Controller

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the Saitek X36 Flight Controller software and hardware.

Game Profiler Wizard

Guides users on downloading and importing game profiles for their favorite games.

Saitek Gaming Extensions SGE

Features of SGE

Lists the key features of the Saitek Gaming Extensions software for enhanced functionality.

Quick Start Guide to Programming Your Controller

Provides a step-by-step guide for creating a game profile using the SGE software.

Contacting Saitek

Tips for Contacting Technical Support

Offers advice and preparation steps before contacting Saitek Technical Support for assistance.

Saitek X36 Specifications

General

Brand	Saitek
Model	X36
Category	Video Game Controller
Language	English