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The source code of GIMX is available under the [http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html GPLv3] [http://gimx.fr/source there].
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The source code of GIMX is available under the [https://www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html GPLv3] [https://gimx.fr/source here].
  
 
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There's also a [http://blog.gimx.fr/ blog] with a few posts about the GIMX development, and a [http://forum.gimx.fr support forum].
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There's also a [https://blog.gimx.fr/ blog] with a few posts about the GIMX development, and a [https://forum.gimx.fr support forum].
  
 
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==Hardware requirements== <!--T:21-->
 
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===PC=== <!--T:22-->
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GIMX is designed to run on a PC with Ubuntu or Windows. This is a strong requirement.<br />
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GIMX is designed to run on a computer running Ubuntu-based GNU/Linux distributions or Windows (7 or later). This is a strong requirement.<br />
 
GIMX can run on smaller targets such as the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raspberry_Pi Raspberry Pi] or Thin clients running a small Linux distro.
 
GIMX can run on smaller targets such as the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raspberry_Pi Raspberry Pi] or Thin clients running a small Linux distro.
  
 
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About Ubuntu and Raspbian:<br />
 
About Ubuntu and Raspbian:<br />
:The only supported versions are [http://releases.ubuntu.com/14.04/ Ubuntu 14.04] and [https://www.raspberrypi.org/downloads/raspbian/ Raspbian Jessie], to use with [http://gimx.fr/downloads latest GIMX].<br />
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:The only supported versions are [http://releases.ubuntu.com/16.04/ Ubuntu 16.04] and [https://www.raspberrypi.org/downloads/raspbian/ Raspbian Jessie], to use with [https://gimx.fr/downloads latest GIMX].<br />
 
:It's also possible to use Ubuntu derivates such as [http://www.linuxmint.com/download.php Linux Mint].<br />
 
:It's also possible to use Ubuntu derivates such as [http://www.linuxmint.com/download.php Linux Mint].<br />
 
:Running GIMX in a virtual machine (vmware, virtualbox...) is NOT OFFICIALY supported (no help will be given for that).<br />
 
:Running GIMX in a virtual machine (vmware, virtualbox...) is NOT OFFICIALY supported (no help will be given for that).<br />
 
:It's possible to run Ubuntu from a live usb disk (nothing is saved on the hard drive).<br />
 
:It's possible to run Ubuntu from a live usb disk (nothing is saved on the hard drive).<br />
:Feel free to install Ubuntu on your PC! If you have a Windows OS installed, you can [https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WindowsDualBoot read this page] if you want to install Ubuntu on your hard drive without erasing the Windows OS.<br />
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:Feel free to install Ubuntu on your computer! If you have a Windows OS installed, you can [https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WindowsDualBoot read this page] if you want to install Ubuntu on your hard drive without erasing the Windows OS.<br />
 
:Another way to use GIMX is to run it from a Ubuntu [http://www.pendrivelinux.com/universal-usb-installer-easy-as-1-2-3/ Live USB Persistent Flash Drive].
 
:Another way to use GIMX is to run it from a Ubuntu [http://www.pendrivelinux.com/universal-usb-installer-easy-as-1-2-3/ Live USB Persistent Flash Drive].
  
 
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===Connector=== <!--T:24-->
 
====Bluetooth dongle====
 
====Bluetooth dongle====
:GIMX can emulate a sixaxis/dualshock 3 or a dualshock 4 using a bluetooth dongle or an internal bluetooth module.<br />
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:OS compatibility: Ubuntu-based GNU/Linux distributions only (there is no appropriate access to the bluetooth stack on Windows).<br />
:This obviously only works with the PS3 and the PS4.<br />
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:This doesn't work with Windows because there is no appropriate access to the bluetooth stack.<br />
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:While all bluetooth dongles/modules can't work with GIMX, working dongles are quite common.<br />
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:Using a bluetooth dongle or an internal bluetooth module, GIMX can emulate the following controllers:
:Check the [[Bluetooth_dongle|compatibility list]].
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:*Dualshock 3, for PS3
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:*Dualshock 4, for PS4
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:While all bluetooth dongles/modules can't work with GIMX, working dongles are quite common. Check the [[Bluetooth_dongle|compatibility list]].
 
:For PS4 only:
 
:For PS4 only:
 
:*A genuine DS4 controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the PS4.
 
:*A genuine DS4 controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the PS4.
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:It works in both Ubuntu-based distributions and Windows.<br />
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:OS compatibility: Ubuntu-based GNU/Linux distributions and Windows (7 or later).<br />
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=====GIMX adapter=====
 
:Using a specific [[DIY_USB_adapter|Do-It-Yourself USB adapter]], the following emulations are available:
 
:Using a specific [[DIY_USB_adapter|Do-It-Yourself USB adapter]], the following emulations are available:
 
:{{Firmwares/en}}
 
:{{Firmwares/en}}
:GIMX can also work with a [http://www.consoletuner.com/ Titan One] (formerly known as GamepadProxy/Cronus/CronusMax), which can emulate a '''gamepad''' (not a wheel), and can work with the PS3, the Xbox 360, the Xbox One, and the PS4.<br />
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:{{Third_party_adapters}}
:Forget about using any other USB to USB cable (like file transfer cables, or direct cables), they are not suited to this use.<br />
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:Notes:
:For 360: a genuine wired 360 controller is required because the USB adapter has to authenticate to the console. A wireless 360 controller with a play and charge kit will NOT work.
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::Forget about using any other USB to USB cable (like file transfer cables, or direct cables), they are not suited to this use.<br />
:For PS4: a genuine DS4 controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the console.
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::For 360: a genuine wired 360 controller is required because the USB adapter has to authenticate to the console. A wireless 360 controller with a play and charge kit will NOT work.
:For Xbox One: a genuine Xbox One controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the console.
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::For Xbox One: a genuine Xbox One controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the console. Controllers with the 3.5mm jack are not supported yet.
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=====Titan One=====
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:GIMX can also emulate a '''gamepad''' (not a wheel) using a [http://www.consoletuner.com/ Titan One] (formerly known as GamepadProxy/Cronus/CronusMax). The Titan One can work with the PS3, the Xbox 360, the Xbox One, and the PS4.<br />
  
 
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===Gaming mouse=== <!--T:26-->
 
If you want to play console FPS games with a mouse, forget about using a mouse with anything less than 2000DPI and 250Hz.<br />
 
If you want to play console FPS games with a mouse, forget about using a mouse with anything less than 2000DPI and 250Hz.<br />
 
A gaming mouse with 5000+ DPI and running at 500Hz is highly recommended.<br />
 
A gaming mouse with 5000+ DPI and running at 500Hz is highly recommended.<br />
Whereas a gaming mouse with more than 1600 DPI doesn't really make a difference on a PC, it's not the case with GIMX.<br />
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Whereas a gaming mouse with more than 1600 DPI doesn't really make a difference on a computer, it's not the case with GIMX.<br />
 
GIMX can decelerate mouse movements so as to counteract the in-game acceleration.<br />
 
GIMX can decelerate mouse movements so as to counteract the in-game acceleration.<br />
 
A high DPI mouse gives a better linearity (i.e. smoother movements) in this specific case.
 
A high DPI mouse gives a better linearity (i.e. smoother movements) in this specific case.
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'''[[DIY_USB_adapter_for_dummies|DIY USB adapter for dummies]]'''
 
'''[[DIY_USB_adapter_for_dummies|DIY USB adapter for dummies]]'''
 
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'''[[PS4|Additional instructions for controlling the PS4 over bluetooth]]'''
 
  
 
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'''[[RPi|Raspberry Pi setup hints]]'''
 
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'''[[CHIP|C.H.I.P. Quick setup guide]]'''
  
 
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First make sure you have the latest GIMX version.<br />
 
First make sure you have the latest GIMX version.<br />
Then look at the [[FAQ]] and the [http://gimx.fr/buglist bug list], see if your problem is already known, and if it's not, [http://gimx.fr/newissue report it].<br />
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Then look at the [[FAQ]] and the [https://gimx.fr/buglist bug list], see if your problem is already known, and if it's not, [https://gimx.fr/newissue report it].<br />
If you think you may have misconfigured something, ask for help on the [http://gimx.fr/forum/viewforum.php?f=5 forum].
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If you think you may have misconfigured something, ask for help on the [https://gimx.fr/forum/viewforum.php?f=5 forum].
  
 
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* [[GUI_translation|GUI translation]]
 
* [[GUI_translation|GUI translation]]
 
* [[GE|The GIMX Event library]]
 
* [[GE|The GIMX Event library]]
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* [[gasync|The gasync library (evolution of the GE library)]]
 
* [[Network_API|Network API]]
 
* [[Network_API|Network API]]
* [[Bbb_sniffer|Use a BeagleBone Black as cheap a USB sniffer]]
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* [https://github.com/matlo/serialusb Use the DIY USB adapter as a cheap USB proxy (~$5)]
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* [[Bbb_sniffer|Use a BeagleBone Black as cheap a USB proxy (~$50)]]
 
* Controller protocols:
 
* Controller protocols:
 
** [http://eleccelerator.com/wiki/index.php?title=DualShock_3 Dualshock 3]
 
** [http://eleccelerator.com/wiki/index.php?title=DualShock_3 Dualshock 3]

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Welcome to the GIMX wiki!
Feel free to create an account and contribute!
Check this page for translation instructions.

About GIMX

GIMX stands for Game Input MultipleXer or Game Input MatriX. The purpose of this free software is to control a video game console with a computer (e.g. a PC or a Raspberry Pi). It works with the PS3, the Xbox 360, the PS4 and the Xbox One.

It operates:

  • over bluetooth: works with GNU/Linux (PS3, PS4) only. A compatible bluetooth dongle is required. A USB development board such as a Teensy 2.00 is required for pairing the bluetooth dongle with the PS4.
  • over usb: works with GNU/Linux and Windows (PS3, PS4, 360, XOne). A USB adapter is required.

The application gets data from the peripherals (mice, keyboards and joysticks) and sends controls to the console over bluetooth or usb.
Other controls such as gesture or voice are possible through the use of external software that emulate peripherals.

GIMX features are further described on the Features page.

Compatibility issues are listed on the Compatibility page.

The source code of GIMX is available under the GPLv3 here.

There's also a blog with a few posts about the GIMX development, and a support forum.

To contribute to GIMX, see the Contribute page.

Hardware requirements

Computer

GIMX is designed to run on a computer running Ubuntu-based GNU/Linux distributions or Windows (7 or later). This is a strong requirement.
GIMX can run on smaller targets such as the Raspberry Pi or Thin clients running a small Linux distro.

About Ubuntu and Raspbian:

The only supported versions are Ubuntu 16.04 and Raspbian Jessie, to use with latest GIMX.
It's also possible to use Ubuntu derivates such as Linux Mint.
Running GIMX in a virtual machine (vmware, virtualbox...) is NOT OFFICIALY supported (no help will be given for that).
It's possible to run Ubuntu from a live usb disk (nothing is saved on the hard drive).
Feel free to install Ubuntu on your computer! If you have a Windows OS installed, you can read this page if you want to install Ubuntu on your hard drive without erasing the Windows OS.
Another way to use GIMX is to run it from a Ubuntu Live USB Persistent Flash Drive.

Connector

Bluetooth dongle

OS compatibility: Ubuntu-based GNU/Linux distributions only (there is no appropriate access to the bluetooth stack on Windows).
Using a bluetooth dongle or an internal bluetooth module, GIMX can emulate the following controllers:
  • Dualshock 3, for PS3
  • Dualshock 4, for PS4
While all bluetooth dongles/modules can't work with GIMX, working dongles are quite common. Check the compatibility list.
For PS4 only:
  • A genuine DS4 controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the PS4.
  • An AVR USB board such as the Teensy 2.0 is also required for the bluetooth pairing procedure.

USB adapter

OS compatibility: Ubuntu-based GNU/Linux distributions and Windows (7 or later).
GIMX adapter
Using a specific Do-It-Yourself USB adapter, the following emulations are available:
  • EMUJOYSTICKPS3: HID joystick emulation, with 16bit stick axes, for PS3
  • EMUPS3: Sixaxis emulation, for PS3
  • EMU360: 360 pad emulation, for Xbox 360
  • EMUPS4: Hori Pad FPS Plus emulation, for PS4 (with touchpad support)
  • EMUXONE: Xbox One pad emulation, for Xbox One
  • EMUG29PS4: Logitech G29 gaming wheel emulation, for PS4, with force feedback support
  • EMUG27PS3: Logitech G27 gaming wheel emulation, for PS3, with force feedback support
  • EMUGTFPS2: Logitech GT Force emulation, for PS2, with force feedback support
  • EMUDFPS2: Logitech Driving Force emulation, for PS2, with force feedback support
  • EMUDFPPS2: Logitech Driving Force Pro emulation, for PS2, with force feedback support
  • EMUG27PC: Logitech G27 gaming wheel emulation, for PC, force feedback support
Notes:
Forget about using any other USB to USB cable (like file transfer cables, or direct cables), they are not suited to this use.
For 360: a genuine wired 360 controller is required because the USB adapter has to authenticate to the console. A wireless 360 controller with a play and charge kit will NOT work.
For PS4: a genuine DS4 controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the console.
For Xbox One: a genuine Xbox One controller is required because GIMX has to authenticate to the console. Controllers with the 3.5mm jack are not supported yet.
Titan One
GIMX can also emulate a gamepad (not a wheel) using a Titan One (formerly known as GamepadProxy/Cronus/CronusMax). The Titan One can work with the PS3, the Xbox 360, the Xbox One, and the PS4.

Gaming mouse

If you want to play console FPS games with a mouse, forget about using a mouse with anything less than 2000DPI and 250Hz.
A gaming mouse with 5000+ DPI and running at 500Hz is highly recommended.
Whereas a gaming mouse with more than 1600 DPI doesn't really make a difference on a computer, it's not the case with GIMX.
GIMX can decelerate mouse movements so as to counteract the in-game acceleration.
A high DPI mouse gives a better linearity (i.e. smoother movements) in this specific case.

Tutorials

Software installation

Quick start

Config editors

Axis translation parameters

Mouse calibration

Mouse tweaks

Macros

DIY USB adapter

DIY USB adapter for dummies

Logitech force feedback wheels

Raspberry Pi setup hints

C.H.I.P. Quick setup guide

Troubleshooting

First make sure you have the latest GIMX version.
Then look at the FAQ and the bug list, see if your problem is already known, and if it's not, report it.
If you think you may have misconfigured something, ask for help on the forum.

Old tutorials

Translations

The GIMX version in these tutorials is 0.24: they are outdated.

Configuration & Calibration

This tutorial gives more details about how to adjust your configuration with gimx-config.

GIMX "the hard way"

Running GIMX from the command line

Development