CG2 Rumble LEDs

[catacombkid808]

Hey gents,

I have a CG2 controller I am trying to add L/R trigger LEDs in.

My research tells me there isn't a switched power supply, and the workaround for that is the optocoupler. I don't want to purchase this, so I thought I would wire my LEDs to the rumble motors.

When activated, the only LED that flickers is the 1st player on the ROL; nothing on the trigger LEDs.

Anyone know why that is, or what I did wrong?

I am using 1 blue 5mm LED per side, straight to the +/- rumble motor points.

[Phantom]

your LED probably requires more than 3v that's why its not lighting up, also If your batteries are low the player LED's will flicker when it vibrates.

[catacombkid808]

Ah, I see. I had no idea that was a standard function. Ok, back to the lab again. Thanks

[Nevbox]

Also Blue leds require a higher voltage, make sure you use 1.5v AA Batteries (non-rechargeable ones)

[Modded Matt]

Ah, I see. I had no idea that was a standard function. Ok, back to the lab again. Thanks

lol not intentional function, but a side effect if you will.