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They are using their old wired controllers, so they can play together. My two boys cannot use them at the same time. We bought two of these controllers for Christmas. They don't work together - they seem to receive signals from each other. Also, when the batteries get low everything turns to the left.
Another potential interference causing unit is the microwave oven. Basically, this is all because of bad manufacturing and quality control.Another possible problem with the unit is that is uses 2.4GHz frequency. Since I had still not returned my first unit, I used the controller from the first one, and after some mix-and-match, I had the whole setup working to my satisfaction. The problem eventually turned out to be a bad charger for the battery pack. I have an 802.11a wireless access point, which uses 5GHz so it does not interfere.
Fortunately, we also have an older 900MHz coreless phone that we remember to use when using this controller. This controller comes with its own "RECHARGABLE" battery pack and charger. First of all, AMAZON has to change the description of this item. In fact, if the supplied battery pack dies, you may be in trouble. I believe it works at 900mhz. And it DOES NOT take AAA batteries, or any other batteries. I was not able to use the unit when my wife was speaking on our Panasonic 2.4GHz cordless phone.
The battery pack is a sealed unit, and seems to comprise of two AA Ni-Cad rechargable batteries.The first unit I received would not work. I waited for a few days before returning the remaining set to Amazon. Amazon sent me a replacement pretty fast, and that unit seemed to work fine, but the controller acted funky when the left joy stick was pressed all the way to the left. You can not put regular batteries in it without some modifications to the battery chamber. This somehow caused it to trigger the left trigger buton too. If you have too many 2.4GHz sources at home, try the Logitech wireless controller instead.
First, if your contoller drifts right then return it and get a new one.(YOU CAN NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, ONLY PREVENT IT) The reason for the problem is not making the switch on the bottom of the reciever match the controller slot. Also, the switch under the battery pack has to match the reciever and the controller slot.(IF YOU DO NOT DO THIS THE PROBLEM WILL HAPPEN)
I've had the controller for a week, and really enjoy using it. If the issue repeats, I'll still keep the controller and deal with its personality. It is extremely comfortable, even after several hours of non-stop gaming. I gather this is an issue not exclusive to this product or manufacturer, but to all electronics using the same radio frequency in close proximity. Hopefully, the issue won't be there on the new one. My plan is to return this controller to Toys'R'Us, and exchange it for another one. Only gave this controller 4 stars, instead of 5 stars, due to a repeated issue involving the controller having a tendency to occaisionally drift to the right on the left thumbstick, even when the stick is not being touched.
The battery lasts for about 60 hours of use, and recharges in 4 hours. The receiver also has two memory card slots, and is visually pleasing and complimentary to the system. Here's the real skinny on this near clone of the original Microsoft Xbox controller (not the "s" controller). The controller works wirelessly on 2.4 Ghz frequency. Tested on 12 games and works exceptionally well. It includes a "RECHARGEABLE" battery pack and charger. The manufacturer claims it works to 30 feet away. When using the controller next to my 2.4 Ghz wireless phone, when the phone rings or is in use, it causes the controller to act somewhat irrational during gameplay.
This isn't an issue for most games, but presents an issue for shooter games, since pinpoint accuracy/control is needed. The controller has vibration control, and is excellent for FPS and TPS games, as well as for other games. This is great and very reliable, however, a word of caution; if you have other wireless items nearby, such as a phone or router that uses 2.4 Ghz frequency, this may cause intermittent interference. Also has turbo feature and is made of high quality with rubberized grips and thumbsticks. Worth the 50 bucks.
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