I remember seeing this somewhere a while ago but can’t remember exactly which site. Here is a DIY USB Shuttle used to control any software that accepts it as an input.
Very handy for video editing, this one is constructed using an old VCR drum and a hacked up Optical mouse
As is usual with similar projects, the optical encoder from the mouse is attatched to the bottom of the rotating drum, as it is a USB mouse that is used it ensures the finished device is compatible with the majority of programs
If you want to find out more about it’s construction and see some more photo’s of the unit then check out it’s related forum thread at http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=86820
And to see the Griffin Powermate that this DIY hack is based on then check out http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/powermate/
It’s actually not that bad value at $45 but it’s obviously much more fun to make your own….
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