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Key Features
The key feature of the Net Jet controller is that it sells itself as a controller and a game system rolled into one. The controller is sold with 10 game keys, and each of these offers access to a demo of a different game. The accessed demo is a 15-minute sampler, and the full games can be bought separately for $14.99; also, there is a choice to add another three chosen games to each key upon launch of the Net Jet system. According to Amazon.com, the Net Jet has been discontinued and the games are no longer playable as of December 31, 2009.
Functionality and Layout
The Net Jet controller is a equipped with a nondifferentiated D-pad on the left side and a directional stick on the lower right. It features a large, general function button in its center, a small "Turbo" button to the upper right of the central button and four colored action buttons at right, which are numbered from 1 to 4, beginning with 1 at the bottom and ascending to 4 in an anti-clockwise direction. In addition, it has two back buttons, one at the left and the other at the right.
Setup
The Net Jet controller is a designed to be as simple as possible to install and operate. It connects to a computer via a USB connection, and the device is instantly recognized upon connection. Upon installation of the Net Jet browser software, the controller is ready to be used with the supplied game keys.
Contents
The Net Jet controller is supplied with a USB cable to connect to a PC and a CD with all the required software for installation of the controller and access to compatible games. In addition, it comes with the demo key attached to a key ring, which provides access to the 10 game demos.