Xbox One Controller Monitor Revision 2

This is the 2018 model of the Xbox One Controller Monitor. Contact benjamin.heckendorn@gmail.com for ordering information. Feature list, pricing and support files below.

Feature List

This is an overview, for the full list download the Documentation PDF.

  • Controller recording
    • Perform actions once and store them to SD card or dump over UART.
    • Save files as raw binary data or human readable CSV files – one row per sample.
    • CSV files have a “Flag” column with automatically generated text notes such as “Left trigger” so you can easily spot events in the sea of data.
    • Automatic file numbering for multiple takes.
    • Sampling rates up to 500Hz.
  • Controller playback
    • Circuitry allows this new monitor to press buttons and move sticks itself!
    • Select files to playback from SD card or run CSV files you create from scratch!
    • Record CSV files, edit them and precisely playback over controller.
    • CSV files can contain triggers for high speed camera control.
    • During playback light sensor data can be recorded and appended to the data for further analysis.
    • Controller can also be set to perform automatic tests and repeated functions (no humans required)
  • LED frame/timer display
    • A nice big chunky display you can get footage of!
    • Displays time left when recording or current frame # of playback.
    • Displays in hex or decimal.
    • Compare footage of display frames during playback with your CSV files for precise analysis.
    • Non-matrixed LED segments = zero flicker making them readable at any camera frame rate.
  • Variable brightness control
    • Use dial on back to dim or brighten the indicator lights.
    • Useful for getting them to show up on light-hungry high speed cameras.
  • Other assorted things
    • Robust serial port command library allowing complete automation using your own external programs / links to development PC.
    • Expansion port on rear of unit gives access to all important I/O. Hook up scopes, cameras, etc.
    • Two general-purpose I/O, 4 user indicator lights, 1 user button, front mounted Reset button.
    • Screw terminal external high speed camera control connections (out to camera, in from camera, ground)
    • Detachable, modular cabling.

Component Pricing

  • XB1 Controller Monitor 2018 model – $950. Includes connector cable, monitor stand, universal wall wart power supply and 1 light sensor.
  • XB1 Modified Controller – $450. A 2013 original model XB1 controller modified internally to bring all signals out to a connector.
    • This item is listed separately because if you already have a controller monitor (from 2013 onward) your old controller is forward compatible with the new monitor.
    • If you don’t have an existing controller or just need a complete new kit the price is $1400.
  • Eight sensor LCD monitor mount light bar – COMING SOON. (estimated price $250)

Ordering Information

  • Controller monitors are built to order and have a lead time of approximately 1-2 weeks.
  • All prices are in USD and do not include shipping (depends on destination) State and country of origin is Wisconsin, USA.
  • Paypal / company checks accepted.

Contact benjamin.heckendorn@gmail.com for more information and to get started with your order!

Support and Documentation

 

Documentation in PDF format:

https://www.benheck.com/Downloads/xb1_cm_rev2_web.pdf

Source code, support libraries and documentation:

www.benheck.com/Downloads/xb1cm2018_support.zip

https://github.com/benheck/xb1cm2018

Useful external links:

Teensy 3.6 – https://www.pjrc.com/teensy/

Teensy Arduino add-on – https://www.pjrc.com/teensy/teensyduino.html

Arduino – https://www.arduino.cc/