Mad Catz WSMC8246D5103R Users manual
LYNX™ WIRELESS CONTROLLER
Receiver
Controller
L3
(press down)
R3
(press down)
Mode
Power
Switch
Start
Select
Directional
Pad
Action
Buttons
L1 (above)
L2 (below)
R1(above)
R2(below)
PLAYSTATION®2, PS ONE™ and PLAYSTATION
Thank you for purchasing the Mad Catz Lynx Wireless controller for use with the
PlayStation 2/PlayStation/PS one video game system. The Lynx puts you in control
of your game system with all the comfort of a remote controller combined with
the reliability of cutting-edge wireless technology. With its ‘unblockable” RF
signal transceivers, the Lynx lets you comfortably play from up to 40’ from your
PlayStation 2/PlayStation/PS one while maintaining complete control over your
gaming experience. This user guide will help you understand how to use your Lynx
and get the most from the features it has to offer.
The Lynx is one of the most durable and reliable accessories you can buy. Be sure
to visit www.madcatz.com to register your product and check out our full line of
other quality video game accessories.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LAYOUT 2
POWER SAVE MODE 3
CONTROL MODES 4
MULTIPLE CONTROLLERS 4
CAUTIONS 4
TROUBLESHOOTING 6
WARRANTY 7
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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LAYOUT
Antenna Receiver: Used to transmit and receive data from the controller to
the game console.
Directional Pad: The D-pad controls the direction in which the character
moves. This is the primary directional control while in Digital Mode.
Analog Sticks: The two analog sticks each control two axes (X-and Y-axis).
Different software titles will allow you to modify the way that the analog sticks react
in the games. While in Analog Mode, any software title that is Vibration Function
Compatible will cause the Lynx to vibrate at different levels, depending on actions
taking place from within the game (e.g., being hit, crashing, or shooting).
NOTE : NOT ALL GAMES ARE VIBRATION FUNCTION COMPATIBLE. LOOK FOR THE
“VIBRATION FUNCTION COMPATIBLE” ICON ON THE BACK OF THE PACKAGE OR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR THE GAME THAT YOU ARE PLAYING.
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Shoulder Buttons (L1, L2, R1, and R2): These are action buttons and
their specific functions depend on the software being used.
Action Buttons ( ) : These buttons are used to perform
various actions, depending on the software. For more details, see the software
instruction manual.
Start Button: This button is generally used to make selections in the menus and
for pausing the game. For more details, see the software instruction manual.
Select Button: This is a standard button that allows you to do various things,
depending on the software. For more details, see the software instruction manual.
Mode Button: The Lynx has two different modes; Analog Controller Mode and
Digital Mode. The current mode is indicated by the color of the [MODE] Button on
the faceplate of the controller:
Red Light - ANALOG MODE
Light Off - DIGITAL MODE
(Refer to “CONTROL MODES” for instructions on this feature.)
SET UP PROCEEDURE
(set up receiver first, and turn on controller after).
1. Slot the host into PS2 console
2. Power on the controller
3. Controller & host will connect automatically
POWER SAVE MODE
The Lynx comes with a switch that will turn off the controller to save batteries
when not in use. This switch is located between the two controller handles. It is
advised that when you are not using the controller for prolonged periods of time,
that you turn the controller off.
Sleep mode
When not in use, the Lynx controller will enter a “sleep mode” in order to save
battery life In order to bring the controller out of sleep mode, you could do either
of the following steps to “wake” up the controller
- press start button
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- press select button
- press mode button
- turn the power switch to the OFF position and then ON again
Low Power Indication
The LED will blink when the power is low. And it is time to replace your battery.
CONTROL MODES
There are two different control modes from which you can choose, depending on
your style of play. Change control modes by pressing the Mode button. The color of
the lighted Mode button tells you which mode you are in:
Analog Controller Mode - RED light will turn ON
This is the standard “Dual Shock™” mode. Some games will only vibrate if the
controller is in Analog Controller mode.
Digital Mode - RED light will turn OFF
This is the original PlayStation controller mode. This is the default control mode.
MULTIPLE CONTROLLERS
If you want to use two or more Lynx controllers at the same time (as in multi-player
games or with the Mad Catz PS2 Multi-Port™), simply plug the controllers into the
game system as you normally would and begin play. You don’t need to set any
buttons or switches. The Lynx uses AUTOMATIC CHANNEL RECOGNITION and
AUTOMATIC ID RECOGNITION to automatically avoid most controller interference
conflicts.
When you play in the multi-player mode
WITHOUT a Multi-Port:
1. Insert the game disk and turn on your console.
2. Insert the Antenna Receiver for the first controller into the Player-1 Controller port
on the game console.
3. Confirm the link between first Antenna Receiver and first Lynx by using the
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