Did any of the reviewers actually use the micro usb on the break out board? It seems like everyone was thinking the same thing. “This seems weak. I’d rather go with a USB B connector”
@SunTzu81
I got your suggestion. I have had new plan to replace Micro USB on fighting Board not breakout board.
Thanks
Curious. Why didn’t Brook go with USB-C? Cost? Board space?
C is weird, unless you are going with USB 3.0 or 3.1 its kinda a waste.
I assuming the Brook board is USB 2.0
Just got my board today from Arcade Shock and nothing works… I used the 20pin harness so was a piece of cake to wire but nothing works on ps4.
The blue led lights up so the board is getting power from the micro usb, I also tryed the audio breakout board and get a solid blue led but my stick wont respond.
I got frustrated and decided to try the screw in terminals for ps button and ground on their own to at least get that working and synced with the ps4 but no luck it just wont respond.
Just my luck I get a defective board and I live in the uk so don’t have a clue how go about getting a replacement.
Was so excited this morning when it arrived 
Update just tried on ps3 and it works, Any idea folks… how do I get this to work on ps4 ?
Ok just plugged it back into ps4 and its recognised now… literally changed nothing and now its working all of a sudden… fingers crossed it keeps working.
True, but it © can handle 2.0 just fine. The connector is more robust than Micro-B, is reversible, supports runs to 4 meters, and has the capability for an analog 3.5mm audio accessory mode (with mic). I’d say all of those reasons (assuming unit cost isn’t a factor), along with “it’s the future,” would validate it as a possibility.
I fucking hate Micro-B USB.
New plan is …
Type B on Fighting Board.
Micro on breakout Board.
b works.
a
It’s most likely the micro usb cable you are using. There seems to be an issue where if it’s not completely connected properly it will get power but not data. I used 5 cables before it got recognized the first time. I ended buying this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GJC4YMC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 which has a much thicker and sturdier head that fits much more snugly.
To avoid any issues while playing make sure you connect to the usb in your case and make a tie off with the cable so that if it ever gets pulled on it can’t pull directly on the board otherwise buy a Neutrik USB A/B connector for a few bucks so you can place that on the edge of the case and plug in from there.
Zippy the micro on the breakout board is really the main issue as that is where most will want to plug in from with the audio port. If you can make the breakout board with a usb B connector and the audio jack on the side that would be preferred. While the micro usb b on the breakout board is slightly stronger than the one on the fighting board they are still rather small so one trip on the cord and it’s game over. The reason why we prefer the regular USB connectors like Neutrik is because if someone does trip over your cord they are strong enough to withstand the pull but also lose enough to come out without breaking. To test you can take the breakout board installed in a fight stick and connect the micro usb cable to it. Then hank on the cable from an angle as if someone tripped on it. Compare this to the standard usb. You’ll find the micro will bend the male head and possible damage the female whereas the usb b cord will just pop out.
Yeah bro, I’ve seen quite a few charge only cables.
Any way to reset the firmware on the fight board? I was dumb and tried to update it with the previous fightboard’s online updater on Brook’s website. Now it won’t work on PC. Have yet to test on PS4.
Thank you!!!
I’m going to try this. I’ve got mine installed in a Madcatz TES+ however I haven’t hooked up the touchpad, player indicators and light bar. I haven’t sorted out all the connectors on the control board. The stick works fine on PC however it did not work on the PS4.
I’ll dig out the PS3 to give this a go.
Ok didn’t need the PS3 after all. I just needed the PS button. On my PC the PS button opens steam. On the PS4 it works as it should.