FTP USB Receiver extension cable

Started by retropunk, June 04, 2017, 03:51:53 PM

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retropunk

Hey guys, so far FTP works pretty well.
I sometimes lose connection with the controller. Even if I am 2 feet away. Suddenly its lost...
I'm going to try a USB extension cable to hopefully increase connection reliability. Better line of sight is my thinking.
The fact that the USB stick is on the side of my Macbook bugs me.

Has anyone here tried using an extension cable?
Does it matter if it's USB 2 or 3?

Thanks guys
- Patrick

mooncaine

I don't know about FTP, but I'm with ya on the not liking stuff sticking out of your laptop. I try to use a cable for everything, just because I don't want to accidentally break a USB dongle/adapter/thingy, and especially don't want to incur an expensive repair to the laptop.

JeffTronics

I have not experienced any range issues. As a test, I walked about 25 feet, to a different room and did not experience any disconnect. There are some dongle ideas already posted, and I have long a USB extender cable I might try. Sounds like it's a good idea to use it.

retropunk

Thanks guys, Jeff do you have any links for the dongle ideas you mentioned?
Thanks!

JeffTronics

Hi, sorry.. i did not put these links in my initial response. The discussion about extenders is embedded in other topics having to do with the FC-1 Controller, but would apply of course to other devices

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=13447.0

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=13447.25

GuitarBuilder

Strange - I've never had range issues.  Are you sure the battery is fully charged?
"There's no-one left alive, it must be a draw"  Peter Gabriel 1973

retropunk

with wireless, interruptions are be part of the landscape. Sometimes sh** happens.
Especially playing in a large theater, lots of WiFi devices, Bluetooth and a lot of other frequency fun.
At home and in rehearsal the FTP is flawless. It's when we get to venues and clubs when other unknown devices get involved.

I am going to give this a shot
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0154AM9QS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I still love the FTP, its really amazing, I find myself playing and practicing longer than usual cause its so much more fun now!
I will post back when I have time to make an assessment and upload pics of my live rig when I have a moment.

Thanks guys!
- P