Wood/Plexiglass/Metal Pad Problem

RyanThunder · Basic Member Joined: 06 Oct 2006

Hello fellow DDRers

I've got a bit of a problem with my half wood/plexiglass/metal dance pad. The left arrow doesn't respond the way it should. It seems that you have to hit it just right in order for it to register a step. I opened it up and noticed it detects steps when this foil-type material hits a touch sensor.

So, my question is, is there any way to increase the conductivity between the foil material and touch sensor? Or, is the circuitry of the pad the real problem? Any help is much appreciated.

InhaleX · Trick Member Joined: 27 Jul 2005

so what...did you make this pad or did you buy it?

but anyways, the only way for the pad to register a step is for the foil material to hit the sensor. try wiping the sensor off with a damp rag along with the foil contact, and if the problem still remains, just replace the foil with sheet metal. or use the inside of soda cans like me.

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RyanThunder · Basic Member Joined: 06 Oct 2006

Ah, I see

To answer your question, no, I bought this pad off of eBay.

Sheet metal? Seems like it would work. Thanks!

Marq(uistadorous) · Trick Member Joined: 03 Aug 2005 Location: Arvada, CO

slvrshdw · Trick Member Joined: 05 Jan 2005

just make sure the sheet metal you use conducts electricity!
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