Logitech G5 laser mouse

The G5 Laser Mouse is one of the latest corded mice from Logitech that offers the user one of the most accurate input devices to have ever graced the PC, thanks to the 2000 DPI laser engine. With that said, this mouse makes the perfect accessory for gamers and designers that also features 6 buttons, tilting scroll wheel, adjustable sensitivity and weight tuning, ensuring not only precision but also comfort.

System Requirements

IBM® or compatible PC

Windows® 98, 2000, Me, XP

USB port

The installation of the G5 Laser Mouse was a breeze and once the software was installed, it gave the user a plethora of options from assigning user defined buttons, adjusting the DPI and also the responsiveness of the Y and X access. Needlessly to say, we assigned a variety of functions for the user defined buttons from ALT-F4 to closing windows or strafe for Quake 4.
















Features

• Tracking Resolution: 2000/800/400 dpi (user selectable)


• Image Processing: 6.4 megapixels/second


• Max. Acceleration: 20g


• Max. Speed: 45—65 inches/second (depending on surface)


• USB Data Format: 16 bits/axis


• USB Report Rate: 500 reports/second


• Sleep Mode: Disabled

Our first impressions of the Logitech G5 Laser Mouse was that the input device was a professionally designed unit that felt extremely comfortable to use. Even after a few hours of non-stop use (which is against OH&S policy), the ergonomic design of the mouse ensured that neither of us got tired or found the design uncomfortable. This is a bonus for both gamers and designers who use their computers for long lengths of time.

Package Contents

• Tuning weights and case


• CD with SetPoint™ software


• Installation Guide


• Three-year limited warranty


• Logitech® G5 Laser Mouse

Interestingly enough, the device features six buttons with an extra two buttons on the top labelled plus and minus that allows the user to address the sensitivity of the mouse on the fly. There is also a LCD on the mouse that displays the sensitivity levels of the mouse, allowing the user to know which level it has been set to.

Additional Features

• 2000 dpi laser engine - An ultra-high resolution engine churns images at an astounding 6.4 megapixels per second. A massive (30-pixel by 30-pixel) sensor array and precision laser technology provides best-in-class performance and tracking.


• Full-speed USB - A 500 reports/second (limited to 125 for Win 98/Me users), bi-directional connection delivers blazing speed and instant acceleration.


• Adjustable weight cartridge - Adjust the G5s weight and balance (up to 36 grams) for the control you need to dominate the competition.


• In-game sensitivity switching - The G5 provides instant access to three sensitivity levels— 400 dpi, 800 dpi, and 2000 dpi—before driver installation. Shift from pixel-precise targeting to fast-twitch manoeuvres, without pausing the action.


• Polytetrafluoroethylene gaming feet - Forget sticky workarounds— the G5's durable polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) feet give the ultra-smooth glide you want in a gaming mouse.


• As stated earlier, the G5 Laser Mouse by Logitech boasts a tracking resolution of 2000 dpi, 6.4 megapixels for imaging processing and a maximum speed of 1.15 milliseconds which is easily one of the most accurate and fastest mice on the PC market. The secret behind the accuracy of the mouse is the implementation of a low-powered laser that allows for extremely high resolutions. Apart from these extraordinary statistics, the G5 also supports the latest USB transfers, ensuring high quality transfers.