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Anonymous
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Favorite Input Device?

Hi All,

I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a customized
Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse button
and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
better.

I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue using
the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone is
using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
other mouse device....

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Rodney Grehn
Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
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Message 2 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

Track-ball all the way, I use a logitech but have been looking at the ms
trackball, the logitech is a little small for my hand and the others look a
little larger. I would not trade for a mouse if you paid me (within reason
of course). the other good thing is that if you are the only one with a
trackball no one else will use your system when you are gone, that is until
they get used to it.

good day,

jd drafter

"Rodney Grehn" wrote in message
news:BECF467846F657D605DCCBEB8BDA6187@in.WebX.maYIadrTaRb...
> Hi All,
>
> I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
> wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
> been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a customized
> Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse button
> and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
> better.
>
> I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue
using
> the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone is
> using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
> other mouse device....
>
> Any input would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rodney Grehn
> Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
>
Message 3 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

We've been happy with regular MS wheel mice and the new optical ones. Logitech
makes a 4-button mouse (I believe it has a wheel) which can be really handy.
The WingMan has force feedback if you want that kind of thing. I tried it--and
didn't.

-Eva

Rodney Grehn wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
> wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
> been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a customized
> Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse button
> and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
> better.
>
> I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue using
> the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone is
> using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
> other mouse device....
>
> Any input would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rodney Grehn
> Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
Message 4 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

Rodney,

Using a Logitech Trackman Marble certainly stopped the numbness I was
getting in my right hand. I use a digitizer with my left hand and have
never had any problems.

Tim Storey

"Rodney Grehn" wrote in message
news:BECF467846F657D605DCCBEB8BDA6187@in.WebX.maYIadrTaRb...
> Hi All,
>
> I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
> wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
> been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a customized
> Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse button
> and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
> better.
>
> I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue
using
> the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone is
> using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
> other mouse device....
>
> Any input would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rodney Grehn
> Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
>
Message 5 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

I've never tried the marbles but I can say that a lot of people love the
logitech mouseman pro. you can program the 4th button (thumb) to your needs.
ergonomically speaking, I've have not felt any discomfort as I have with
other mouses.

_j_

"Rodney Grehn" wrote in message
news:BECF467846F657D605DCCBEB8BDA6187@in.WebX.maYIadrTaRb...
> Hi All,
>
> I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
> wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
> been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a customized
> Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse button
> and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
> better.
>
> I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue
using
> the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone is
> using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
> other mouse device....
>
> Any input would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rodney Grehn
> Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
>
Message 6 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

Rodney,

I tried an expensive track ball device (can't remember the name right
now) specifically marketed for CAD use. After a week of use, I never
did get the hang of it and sent it back. My biggest problem? Whenever
I clicked on a button to select something or start a line, etc, my
fingers resting on the ball moved it slightly, moving the crosshairs
from the intended position. Very maddening when you're trying to get
some work done.

How are things going with you and yours?

Jim
Message 7 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

As far as moving the ball with fingers... my unit is thumb operated, takes
getting used to but allows you to leave the ball in one spot and still acess
buttons.

the other device i forgot to mention was a thing called z-keys? maybe? there
is a listing for it in cadalyst, it's just a keypad looking device that
allows you to program keys with commands or combinations of commands, i do't
have one yet but have spoken to some and they like it.

jd drafter

"James Solberg" wrote in message
news:3a8bde22.2269218@discussion.autodesk.com...
> Rodney,
>
> I tried an expensive track ball device (can't remember the name right
> now) specifically marketed for CAD use. After a week of use, I never
> did get the hang of it and sent it back. My biggest problem? Whenever
> I clicked on a button to select something or start a line, etc, my
> fingers resting on the ball moved it slightly, moving the crosshairs
> from the intended position. Very maddening when you're trying to get
> some work done.
>
> How are things going with you and yours?
>
> Jim
>
Message 8 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

mine is a Wacom Tablet. tossed my mouse years ago.
very accurate, lasts forever, great if they ever get that 'StudioDesk' thing
going!!
--
steve oyer
architect
steve@archistudio.com
www.archistudio.com

"Rodney Grehn" wrote in message
news:BECF467846F657D605DCCBEB8BDA6187@in.WebX.maYIadrTaRb...
> Hi All,
>
> I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
> wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
> been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a customized
> Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse button
> and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
> better.
>
> I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue
using
> the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone is
> using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
> other mouse device....
>
> Any input would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rodney Grehn
> Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
>
Message 9 of 9
Anonymous
in reply to: Anonymous

I'm also using a pen, a Creation Station Pro, and find it more natural and
ergonomic to use - far more less clicks.

It hasn't got a wheel for the inevitable pan&zoom though, so a Microsoft
Wheelmouse sits in my left hand (it sounds a bit complicated you'll get a
lot of speed up this way).

/Robert

steve oyer skrev i
diskussionsgruppsmeddelandet:352CEABA474C5DA8F53F1C7A80C5BF53@in.WebX.maYIad
rTaRb...
> mine is a Wacom Tablet. tossed my mouse years ago.
> very accurate, lasts forever, great if they ever get that 'StudioDesk'
thing
> going!!
> --
> steve oyer
> architect
> steve@archistudio.com
> www.archistudio.com
>
> "Rodney Grehn" wrote in message
> news:BECF467846F657D605DCCBEB8BDA6187@in.WebX.maYIadrTaRb...
> > Hi All,
> >
> > I'm looking to replace some pesky mice on our CAD stations, and I was
> > wondering what most AutoCAD users like. We are using LDD2i, and we have
> > been in the habit of using the middle mouse button to access a
customized
> > Pop0 menu. Now with the cool new zoom, and pan on the middle mouse
button
> > and all the new Short Cut menus, I am beginning to question which way is
> > better.
> >
> > I also have a few users that are complaining about wrist pain/fatigue
> using
> > the conventional mouse day in and day out, and was wondering if anyone
is
> > using the new Microsoft Trackball Explorer or Trackball Optical? Or any
> > other mouse device....
> >
> > Any input would be greatly appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Rodney Grehn
> > Hardey Enginereing & Assoc., Inc.
> >
>

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