FANATEC CSL User manual
Manual
EN
Rev. 02
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To get the most out of your CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit, please read this
manual before rst use. It contains important health and safety informa-
tion and should be retained for future reference.
1. General ................................................................................................................. 1
2. Compatibility ........................................................................................................ 2
3. Package Contents ............................................................................................... 3
4. Assembly .............................................................................................................. 4-14
4.1 Plan Your Setup ........................................................................................... 4
4.2 Attachment .................................................................................................. 5-7
4.3 Pedal Plate Adjustment .............................................................................. 8
4.4 Connections ................................................................................................. 9-12
4.5 Tuning Options ............................................................................................. 13-14
5. Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 15
6. Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 15-16
7. Video Manual ...................................................................................................... 17
8. Serial Number ..................................................................................................... 17
9. Trademarks .......................................................................................................... 17
10. Product Recycling ............................................................................................. 17
11. Compliance ........................................................................................................ 18
12. Warranty ............................................................................................................. 19
INDEX
WARNING! Photosensitive Seizures
A small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual
images, including ashing lights or patterns that may appear in video games. Even people
who have no history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosed condition that
can cause these “photosensitive epileptic seizures” while watching video games. These
seizures may have a variety of symptoms, including light-headedness, altered vision, eye or
face twitching, jerking or shaking of arms or legs, disorientation, confusion, or momentary
loss of awareness. Seizures may also cause loss of consciousness or convulsions that
can lead to injury from falling down or striking nearby objects. Immediately stop playing
and consult a doctor if you experience any of these symptoms. Parents should watch for
or ask their children about the above symptoms – children and teenagers are more likely
than adults to experience these seizures. The risk of photosensitive epileptic seizures may
be reduced by taking the following precautions:
• Sit farther from the TV screen.
• Use a smaller TV screen.
• Play in a well-lit room.
• Do not play when you are drowsy or fatigued.
If you or any of your relatives have a history of seizures or epilepsy, consult a doctor before
playing.
WARNING! Musculoskeletal disorders
Use of game controllers, keyboards, mice, or other electronic input devices may be linked
to serious injuries or disorders. When playing video games, as with many activities,
you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or
other parts of your body. However, if you experience symptoms such as persistent or
recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensation,
or stiness, DO NOT IGNORE THESE WARNING SIGNS. PROMPTLY SEE A QUALIFIED
HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, even if symptoms occur when you are not playing a video game.
Symptoms such as these can be associated with painful and sometimes permanently
disabling injuries or disorders of the nerves, muscles, tendons, blood vessels, and
other parts of the body. These musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) include carpal tunnel
syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis, vibration syndromes, and other conditions.
While researchers are not yet able to answer many questions about MSDs, there is general
agreement that many factors may be linked to their occurrence, including medical and
physical conditions, stress and how one copes with it, overall health, and how a person
positions and uses their body during work and other activities (including playing a video
game). Some studies suggest that the amount of time a person performs an activity may
also be a factor. If you have questions about how your own lifestyle, activities, or medical
or physical condition may be related to MSDs, see a qualied health professional.
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ATTENTION!
• The device must not be exposed to rain or humidity in order to avoid risk of re and /
or electric shock.
• Operating room temperature: 15°C - 35°C
• Excessive use may cause health risks. We recommend taking a 5 minute break after
every 20 minutes of use, and to not drive for more than 2 hours per day.
• We strongly advise you to not drive a vehicle immediately after using a video game.
• Not intended for children under the age of 6 years old. Contains small pieces which
pose a choking hazard!
• Do not open the casing of the device.
• This device contains components that cannot be repaired by the user, opening will
void the warranty.
WARNING! Electrical Safety:
The CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit must be connected to the appropriate wheel base port or
PC USB port:
• If the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit becomes damaged in any way, stop usage immediately
and contact Fanatec® Customer Support: Fanatec.com/support/faq.
• All specications in this document are subject to change. The PC driver may be
updated to implement new features or general improvements.
• This manual discusses assembly, connections, and functions related to Fanatec®
devices and other additional devices. This is not a replacement manual for the
other corresponding products! Read the quick guides or user manuals for the other
products!
• The warranty does not include defects that are due to commercial use of the product.
See chapter “Warranty” at the end of this user manual as well as the Terms &
Conditions on Fanatec.com for more details.
GENERAL
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The CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit can be used with all CSL, CSL Elite,
ClubSport, and Podium series wheel bases as well as standalone on a PC
when attached to a CSL Pedals set.
COMPATIBILITY
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Windows PC Update Firmware
Installing...
IMPORTANT: We always recommend updating
your Fanatec® devices to the latest rmware
versions. A Windows PC is required to perform
rmware updates. Download the latest PC
driver containing the latest rmwares. Fanatec.com/driver
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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bc
1x CSL Pedals Load Cell Module
1x T20 Torx Key4x Countersunk Torx Bolts
1x USB Cable
(~ 180 cm)
1x RJ12 Cable
(~ 45 cm)
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To get started with using the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit, decide on your
preferred pedal module position, and pedal plate position. then connect the
CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit to your wheel base via the included RJ12 cable
or to a PC via USB. It is important to follow the chapter sequence of this
manual for an eective assembly and setup procedure.
ATTENTION: See chapter 4.4 “Connections” for which pedal module must
be connected to which port of the CSL Pedals Load Cell module. Only
use the included USB and RJ12 cable from your CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit
package contents to avoid damages!
ASSEMBLY
PLAN YOUR SETUP
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4.1
ATTENTION: Place the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit box on its side in order to
remove the contents without dropping any items and to avoid damages!
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ATTACHMENT
4.2
Remove the RJ12 cable of the standard brake module from the
accelerator pedal module of your CSL Pedals and remove the cable
from the cable management clips.
Remove the bolts of the brake
and accelerator pedal units
modules from the heel rest of
your CSL Pedals.
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BRAKE
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Move the brake and accelerator pedal modules outwards.
(Exclude the standard brake module if you choose to not use
the standard brake module as a clutch)
Place the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit module under the heel rest in your
preferred position.
ATTENTION:
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Insert the included bolts dof the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit unit and
the bolts of the brake and accelerator pedal modules, then rmly
secure the pedal units to the heel rest. (Exclude the standard brake if
you choose to not use the standard brake as a clutch)
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OPTIONAL STEP: Remove the foam insert from the standard brake
module if you choose to use the standard brake as a clutch.
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The CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit module features a height-adjustable pedal
plate. There are 3 height settings that can be adjusted in descending
increments of 15 mm. Use the included T20 Torx key eto loosen the bolts
in order to perform the adjustment.
PEDAL PLATE ADJUSTMENT
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CONNECTIONS
4.4
Wheel Base / Load Cell
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c
Connect the included RJ12 cable c to the ‘Wheel Base / Load Cell’
port of the accelerator module and to the ‘Load Cell’ port of the CSL
Pedals Load Cell module.
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Connect the standard brake module cable to the ‘Clutch’ port of the
accelerator module. (If you choose to use the standard brake module
as a clutch)
Insert the cables into the cable management clips
BRAKE
Brake Clutch
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IMPORTANT! Do not connect the Pedals via RJ12 and USB at the same time!
Connect the CSL Pedals Load Cell module to
a Windows PC via the included USB cable b.
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4A OPTION 1
Windows PC
Windows PC
b
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Connect the CSL Pedals Load Cell
module to a Fanatec wheel base via
the RJ12 cable included with the
standard CSL Pedals.
Windows PC PC Mode Update Firmware
Installing...
Update wheel base rmware
4B OPTION 2
Windows PC
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TUNING OPTIONS
4.5
Lo 010 ... 100 Hi BRF default: 050
Brake Force changes the force needed to reach 100% brake input for load
cell brake pedals and is available when a pedal set featuring a load cell
brake is connected to a wheel base via RJ12 and to a PC via USB. ‘Lo’
requires the least amount of brake pressure, 100 requires the most amount
of brake pressure.
BRF can be accessed via the wheel base Tuning Menu as well.
After installing the Fanatec PC Driver (Fanatec Control Panel) open the
Fanatec Control Panel, then navigate to ‘Pedals’ as shown below:
BRF (Brake Force)
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This feature allows the brake (load
cell) and accelerator pedals to
simultaneously operate on a single
axis. 49% to 0% is operated by the
brake pedal and 50% to 100% is
operated by the accelerator pedal.
This feature’s purpose is to allow
compatibility with older games
that support only a single axis for
braking and accelerating and is
only accessible when connected to
a Fanatec wheel base.
By enabling ‘...Manual Mode’, the minimum and
maximum values of each pedal can be manually
set throughout the mechanical travel range of
each pedal.
Example: Press the clutch pedal to the desired
lower travel range for when you want the signal
to start, then select ‘Min’. Press the clutch pedal
to the desired upper travel range for when you
want the signal to reach 100%, then select ‘Max’.
BRF (Brake Force) acts as the maximum value
setting for the load cell brake and is accessible
via the wheel base Tuning Menu as well. The
brake ‘Min’ and ‘Max’ / ‘Min’ options for the
other pedals are only accessible via the Fanatec
Control Panel.
Combined Pedals
Manual Mode
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Clean only with a dry or slightly damp microbre cloth. Using cleaning
solutions may damage your CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit.
CLEANING
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The CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit must not be modied in any way, other than
what is explicitly described in this manual. Endor® AG expressly prohibits
analysis and utilisation of the electronics, hardware, software, and rmware
contained in this device. In case diculties occur when using your CSL
Pedals Load Cell Kit, please use the following troubleshooting guide. You
will nd further details and contact information on Fanatec.com/support/faq.
If the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit is not working properly:
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Problem description Solution
The PC driver or the wheel base does not
recognise the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit.
Make sure that you have updated your wheel
base and CSL Pedals LC rmware to the
latest rmware version contained within the
latest PC driver which can be downloaded
from fanatec.com/driver.
Ensure that you are using the RJ12 cable
included with your CSL Pedals package.
Ensure that the RJ12 cables are plugged in
the correct ports of the CSL Pedals Load Cell
Kit module and the correct port of the wheel
base. See section 4.4 “Connections”
After performing a rmware update of the
CSL Pedals LC, the manually calibrated
pedal positions are reset.
After performing a rmware update of the
CSL Pedals LC, the manually calibrated pedal
positions have to be manually calibrated
again. See section 4.5 “Tuning Options”,
“Manual Mode”
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Problem description Solution
Pedal signal of the CSL Pedals and / or CSL
Pedals LC in-game behaviour feels incorrect.
Connect the CSL Pedals LC to a PC or a
wheel base. Start the Fanatec Control Panel
and check the indicator bars of each pedal
while pressing each corresponding pedal.
You may need to do a manual calibration
of minimum and / or maximum positions or
reselect ‘...Manual Mode’ to adjust the pedal
signal behaviour as desired.
After startup the CSL Pedals and / or CSL
Pedals LC pedal signals are not correctly
indicated, can be veried in the Fanatec
Control Panel.
When powering ON the CSL Pedals LC
without ‘...Manual Mode’ selected, every
pedal lever must rst be pressed to the
maximum position and then back to the
minimum position. The signal of each
pedal should be ne. See section 4.5
“Tuning Options”, “Manual Mode”
Your PC does not boot when the CSL
Pedals LC is connected via USB before
Windows has booted.
This phenomenon is related to some main
board manufacturers’ BIOS. In this case, it is
required to boot the PC rst and then connect
the CSL Pedals LC via USB.
How can I get in contact with Fanatec
customer support?
There is a chat service on our website, or
you can create a Support Ticket via the ‘My
Products’ section of your Fanatec account.
Fanatec.com
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