Overview
The Yahboom USB remote control handle is designed for ROS/ROS2 robot control, providing a convenient gamepad-style interface for remotely driving robots and smart cars. It supports plug-and-play USB connection (no driver required) and includes a USB adapter for quick pairing. The 2.4G wireless version supports up to 15 m remote control range and offers responsive operation for maker and robotics projects.
Key Features
- Controls: 4-direction button, two joysticks, and 4 function buttons
- Buttons/channels: 14 buttons, 4 analog channels
- USB interface: plug-and-play without driver; supports USB1.1/2.0 protocol
- ROS support (2.4G wireless): provides ROS1/ROS2 function packages, source code, and tutorials
- Strong compatibility: supports Windows and Linux systems
- Platform support: Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson series boards, PC computers, industrial computers, RDK series boards
- 2.4G wireless remote control distance: 15 m
- Automatic sleep (2.4G wireless): sleep after 30 seconds with no pairing; after pairing, sleeps if no key is pressed for 5 minutes; press START to wake
Specifications
| Item | Wired | 2.4G Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Remote control mode | Wired | 2.4G wireless |
| Remote control range | / | 15 m |
| Button channels | 14 buttons, 4 analog channels | |
| Joystick output mode | Supports switching between digital and analog output values | Supports analog output values |
| Haptic feedback | None | |
| Mobile video transmission mount | Not supported | Supported |
| ROS support | Not supported | Provides ROS1/ROS2 function packages |
| Battery | Not required | 2 AAA batteries |
| Receiver dimensions | None | 18*14*6 mm |
| Handle dimensions | 155*95*57 mm | |
What's Included
- PS2-style handle/controller
- USB adapter (receiver) for pairing
Applications
- Remote control of ROS robots and smart cars
- Mobile robot control (wheel-legged robots, tracked robots, quadruped robots, hexapod robots)
- Robot control tasks such as mapping, data collection, and training
- Short-distance wired control for stationary equipment such as robotic arms (wired mode)
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Details


Choose wired mode for simple plug-and-play control over USB with no batteries needed.

Go wireless for up to 15 m remote driving and ROS1/ROS2 function package support.



Gamepad-style grip with dual joysticks and multi-function buttons for robot and smart car projects.



Switch between wired and 2.4G wireless setups depending on whether you want direct USB control or untethered driving.

Wired control suits bench testing, while 2.4G wireless makes it easier to drive a mobile robot from a distance.

ROS joystick input can be integrated using the provided ROS1/ROS2 resources and example packages.

Designed to work across Windows and Linux and common robotics platforms such as Raspberry Pi and Jetson.

Useful for teleoperation tasks like mapping, data collection, training, and general mobile robot driving.

The 2.4G receiver enables responsive short-range control for indoor robotics demos and testing.

Automatic sleep helps conserve power in wireless mode; press START to wake the controller.

Power options are straightforward: USB-powered for wired use, or 2 AAA batteries for the 2.4G wireless version.



The PS2-style controller includes dual analog sticks, D-pad, function keys, and a USB interface, with ROS1/ROS2 support listed in the parameters.

This 2.4G PS2-style remote features dual analog sticks, 23 customizable function keys, a USB-A receiver, and ROS1/ROS2 support with an about 15 m range.

The PS2-style remote handle features dual analog sticks and a familiar button layout for intuitive robot or smart car control.
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