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Bravo Throttle Quadrant Troubleshooting

Use this guide to resolve common setup, calibration, binding, and simulator issues with the Bravo Throttle Quadrant.

My Bravo Throttle Quadrant is not being detected​

  • Ensure the Bravo Throttle Quadrant is connected directly to your computer
  • Try a different USB port
  • Avoid USB hubs if possible
  • Restart your PC and reconnect the device
  • Verify the controller appears in Windows Game Controllers

The Bravo Throttle Quadrant is connected but not working in my simulator​

  • Confirm the Bravo is recognized by your operating system
  • Verify the correct profile or controller is selected in your simulator
  • Reassign or verify axis bindings
  • Restart the simulator after connecting the device
  • Remove duplicate control assignments

My throttle, flap, or spoiler axes are reversed​

  • Open your simulator control settings
  • Reverse the affected axis
  • Test the lever movement in the simulator
  • Adjust sensitivity and dead zones as needed
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Flap and spoiler axes may require reversing depending on simulator configuration.

Some switches, buttons, or lights are not working​

  • Verify the Bravo profile is active within your simulator
  • Remove conflicting bindings from other connected controllers
  • Restart the simulator after reconnecting the Bravo
  • Confirm simulator support for annunciator and autopilot functions

The throttle levers feel too loose or too tight​

The Bravo Throttle Quadrant includes adjustable lever tension.

  • Locate the tension adjustment dial
  • Adjust resistance to your preferred feel
  • Test lever movement before launching your simulator

My autopilot panel is not responding​

  • Verify your simulator supports external autopilot controls
  • Confirm the correct aircraft profile is loaded
  • Rebind autopilot controls if needed
  • Restart your simulator after making changes

The Bravo Throttle Quadrant is not working on Xbox​

The Bravo Throttle Quadrant requires:

  • Alpha Flight Controls XPC
  • Honeycomb Xbox Hub
  • Supported simulator software

:::info Xbox Compatibility

The Honeycomb Xbox Hub is required to connect the Bravo Throttle Quadrant on Xbox Series X|S.

Learn more here:
https://flyhoneycomb.com/collections/xbox-compatibility

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Firmware or update issues​

  • Close all simulator software before running updates
  • Use a direct USB connection
  • Try a different USB port
  • Run update tools as Administrator
  • Restart your computer and reconnect the Bravo

General performance issues​

  • Ensure your simulator is fully updated
  • Check for Honeycomb software or profile updates
  • Remove duplicate controller bindings
  • Test the Bravo in another simulator or input utility

Still need help?​

If the issue persists, contact Honeycomb Support with:

  • Product name
  • Simulator being used
  • Platform and operating system
  • Description of the issue
  • Steps already attempted