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    Deathadder not pointing right.

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by DboogieC, Dec 7, 2010.

  1. DboogieC

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    Hey ive run into a little problem, Ive been using my razer Deathadder for a few months now and ive LOVED it, 3500dpi is perfect for my everyday use and 1800dpi is perfect for gaming. Lately while using the mouse its been really hard to put the pointer on a mark, no matter what Dpi i have on. I have it set to 1000hz polling rate. any thoughts on why this is like this ? :( what polling rate are you using ?
    Its so bad that my m15x track pad is more accurate. lol :D

    *I have the latest Firmware (2.44) and the latest driver ( 3.0.0 )
     
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    EDIT: i just updated the firmware to 2.44, i had 2.33 and its still doing this ?
     
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    no one ? mastershroom >lol ??
     
  4. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    I'm not really sure what you're trying to describe...if you're having trouble accurately moving the cursor to a specific point, try lowering your sensitivity, or disabling acceleration if you have it enabled.
     
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    I tried all that. say when i try to clink somthing i have to like circle it before it will get on mark.
    What should i have my polling rate set to. im not to sure what the polling rate does ?
     
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    Mastershroom wat

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    Polling rate is how many times per second your mouse sends data to your computer. Higher polling rate = more frequent data = lower latency. Higher is better, so I would leave it at 1,000Hz.

    If we're thinking of the same thing, then I think your issue might be with the surface you're mousing on. Are you using on a bare desk, or a mouse pad? Hard or soft pad?
     
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    Im using the Hard Alienware freebie pad
     
  8. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    If the pad has been worn down from use, or if there's condensation on it from your hand, it may become too reflective and throw off your sensor; that happened to me with my aluminum eXactMat after years of use on the same side. Try using it directly on your desk, or on a foam mousepad if you have one available.
     
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    thanks i used it on my wooden desk and its better but it still seems weird, i never had this problem before, :(
     
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    Mastershroom wat

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    Maybe your sensor is just dirty. Dip a Q-tip or cotton swab into rubbing alcohol, and try to clean the lens. Be careful not to scratch it, and when you think it's clean, dry it with the other end of the cotton swab, i.e. the side not soaked in alcohol.
     
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    thanks alot man, ill try that out. you know your stuff; even more so when it comes to Mice ( razer to be more exact :D)
     
  12. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    No problem ;)

    And thanks! :p although I know my way around a Logitech G9 as well. ^__^

    Let me know how it goes!
     
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    haha i believe you ! do you know anything about the Coolermaster mouse, i have one on the way :D

    +1 tomorrow to you my friend ! lol
     
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    Mastershroom wat

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    Never tried a CM mouse.
     
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    Im hoping its ok, reviews where good, spces look good, has to be good :D
     
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    I think my baby is dead. lol

    dang it, my g700 is have some major issues right now. Not properly tracking. when plugged in for charging it is not functional. stutters. Currently right now it is just not working and no cursor movement. Changed batteries. nothing.

    Using my tiny traveling usb retractable sabrent mouse :mad:

    :mad:
     
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    hmmm im not sure about that ?
    did you try to reinstall the drivers ?
     
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    yeah, everything is up to date
     
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    try calling support ?
     
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    nah I didn't call. I might though tomorrow... today. I did it online at logitech's website explaining the situation and problems. Still waiting for a reply from them
     
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    :cry:

    sorry didn't mean to hijack your thread lol. What's going on with yours? have you tried cleaning the laser? Just tried that on mine, didn't do anything; but it was dirty
     
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    haha its all good it was dead anyways. I did clean it and it seemed to work. I think after i updated the firmware it seemed to help.. i think it was all in my head haha
     
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    gotta stop buying shrooms from shroom, sounds like you might have been on a ridiculous trip and lost control of eye to hand motion