FANATEC CSL Elite Pedals User manual

Manual
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Thank you for choosing
To get the most out of and before using your new CSL Elite Pedals and the CSL
Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit, please read this manual for important information
regarding your health and how to safely use this product. This manual can also
be used as a great tool for future reference.

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INDEX
1. General ............................................................................................................... 5-6
2. Introduction ........................................................................................................ 7
3. Compatibility....................................................................................................... 8
4. Preparation ......................................................................................................... 9-12
4.1 Package content CSL Elite Pedals............................................................. 9-10
4.2 Part list CSL Elite Pedals ............................................................................ 10
4.3 Package content CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit........................................ 11
4.4 Part list CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit....................................................... 12
5. Assembly............................................................................................................. 13-26
5.1 Plan your conguration .............................................................................. 13
5.2 Mounting the the CSL Elite Pedals............................................................. 14-15
5.3 Mounting the CSL Elite Pedals LC ............................................................. 16-18
5.4 Stabilizer bars (recommendation).............................................................. 19-20
5.5 Hardmounting the CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals LC ........... 20-21
5.6 Attaching / detaching the pedal plate rubber covers ............................... 22
5.7 Attaching anti-skid pads ............................................................................. 22-23
5.8 Connections CSL Elite Pedals.................................................................... 24
5.9 Connections CSL Elite Pedals LC.............................................................. 25-26
6. Functions & Features......................................................................................... 27-38
6.1 PC driver software ....................................................................................... 27-32
6.2 Firmware and driver update........................................................................ 32-35
6.3 Pedal auto calibration mode....................................................................... 36
6.4 Pedal manual calibration ............................................................................ 36-38
7. Electronic operation........................................................................................... 39
7.1 Hotkeys......................................................................................................... 39
8. Cleaning .............................................................................................................. 40
9. Maintenance........................................................................................................ 40
10. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 41-42
11. Serial number..................................................................................................... 43
12. Trademarks ........................................................................................................ 43
13. Ecology Advice.................................................................................................. 44
14. FCC Compliance................................................................................................ 45
15. CE Compliance .................................................................................................. 45
16. Warranty ............................................................................................................. 46

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WARNING! Photosensitive Seizures
A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual im-
ages, 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 „pho-
tosensitive 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 play-
ing.
WARNING! Musculoskeletal disorders
Use of game controllers, keyboards, mice, or other electronic input devices may be linked to seri-
ous 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 stiffness, 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 some-
times 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 syn-
drome, 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 qualied 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 the danger
of electric shock.
• Operating temperature: 15°C – 35°C room temperature
• Long playing may cause health risks. Take a break of 5 minutes every 20 minutes, and do not
play for more than 2 hours per day.
• We strongly advise you to not drive a vehicle immediately after using a video game.
• Utilization of the vibration and Force Feedback function may cause damage to your health.
• In case of interference with other wireless 2.4 GHz devices, the interfering devices must be
removed or switched off.
•
Not intended for children under the age of 6 years. Contains small pieces. Danger of swallowing!
• 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 Elite Pedals and/or the CSL Elite Pedals LC must be connected to an appropriate power
source:
• For the used CSL Elite Pedals and CSL Elite Pedals LC use only the cords that came with your
CSL Elite Pedals and/or with the CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit or that you received from an
authorized repair center.
•
For the used CSL Elite Pedals or CSL Elite Pedals LC do not use non-standard power
sources, such as generators or inverters, even if the voltage and frequency appear
acceptable. Only use power provided by PC USB port or wheel base port ‘Pedals’.
To avoid damaging the CSL Elite Pedals LC:
Do not try to use the CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals LC with cords different
from the cords packaged with the CSL Elite Pedals and/or with the CSL Elite Pedals
Loadcell Kit or received from authorized repair center.
Unplug the power cord of your wheel base or disconnect the supply cord from CSL Elite
Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals LC to PC USB port during storms or when unused for
long periods of time to protect also your CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals LC.
If the CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals LC become damaged in any way, stop
using it immediately and contact Fanatec Customer Support
GENERAL
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GENERAL NOTES
• CSL Elite Pedals and CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit are both separately packed and sold
products. The CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit is an add-on product which upgrades the basic
CSL Elite Pedals to the CSL Elite Pedals LC. The basic CSL Elite Pedals are a mandatory
requirement to operate the CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit, the CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit
cannot be used without the basic CSL Elite Pedals.
•
Additional peripheral devices like the Fanatec wheel bases, the ClubSport Handbrake and others
which might be mentioned in this manual are not included within the CSL Elite Pedals and/or
CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit packages and sold separately.
•
This manual explains a lot about assembly, connections and functions related to Fanatec wheel
bases, other additional peripheral devices and also about PC or console functionalities but this
manual is not a replacement for the manuals corresponding to the products! Read the quick
guides or user manuals for the other products as well!
• All specications in this document are subject to change. Especially the CSL Elite Pedals LC
rmware, the wheel base rmware, the CS USB Adapter rmware or the PC driver might be
changed or updated to implement new features or for general improvements.
•
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
www.fanatec.com for more details.
•
Technical copying partially or full product and reverse engineering is explicitly prohibited!
Violation might have legal consequences

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INTRODUCTION
The CSL Elite Pedals are an all new and innovative pedal set which offer a
brake pedal, a throttle pedal and a heel rest made from solid metal.
The CSL Elite Pedals can be connected to Fanatec Wheel Bases like the CSL
Elite Wheel Base or the ClubSport Wheel Bases and is immediately compatible
to PC and consoles (please check the compatibility descriptions of your used
Wheel Base for more details). Beyond that the CSL Elite Pedals can be con-
nected to the ClubSport USB Adapter to establish a direct connection to PCs
independent from the used Wheel Base or wheel.
The CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit is an upgrade-product for the CSL Elite Ped-
als which add a loadcell brake and make the original brake becoming the new
clutch pedal. The loadcell brake provides a wide range of adjustment possibili-
ties on hardware as well as on software side.
On top the Loadcell Kit comes with an own electronics module adding an USB
to PC connection port as well as a handbrake connection port to the pedal sys-
tem - of course the CSL Elite Pedals LC can stil be connected to Wheel Bases
and wheels.
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COMPATIBILITY
The CSL Elite Pedals can be used with the CSL Elite Wheel Base, the Club-
Sport Wheel Base, the ClubSport Wheel Base V2, ClubSport USB Adapter and
other peripheral devices from the Fanatec ClubSport and CSL platform!
The CSL Elite Pedals can be used on PC USB port only by a ClubSport USB
Adapter or by wheel base connection (wheel base to be connected to PC USB
port) and consoles (only by connection to wheel base, please check the com-
patibility descriptions of the used Wheel Base for more details about PC and
consoles compatibility).
The CSL Elite Pedals LC can be used with the CSL Elite Wheel Base, the
ClubSport Wheel Base, the ClubSport Wheel Base V2, ClubSport Handbrake
and other peripheral devices from the Fanatec ClubSport and CSL platform!
The CSL Elite Pedals can be used on PC USB port directly or by wheel base
connection (wheel base to be connected to PC USB port) and consoles (only
by connection to wheel base, please check the compatibility descriptions of the
used Wheel Base for more details about PC and consoles compatibility).
IMPORTANT: Before rst use the CSL Elite Pedals LC must be up-
dated to the latest rmware version which is available on our website
www.fanatec.com/support. See chapter ‘Firmware and driver update’ for
more details! Also the rmware of your Fanatec wheel base and the PC
driver must be updated to the latest versions available on our website
www.fanatec.com/downloads.
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PREPARATION
4.1 Package content CSL Elite Pedals
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Heel rest
Pedal unit brake with rubber pedal covers
Pedal unit gas with rubber pedal covers
Slot cover

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4.2 Part list CSL Elite Pedals
Part number Part name usage Picture Description
S1 Screw
M8 x 30 mm
4Screw to mount the throttle pedal
unit and/or brake pedal unit to the
heel rest
N1 Self-securing
hexagon nut M8
4Nut to counter and tighten screws S1
W1 Washer
ID = 8 mm
8Washers to be added onto screw S1
RJ12 cable
Allen Key 6 mm
Mounting screws, nuts and washers
Cropped wrench 13 mm
Quick Guide

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4.3 Package content CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit
CSL Elite Pedals LC electronics module
Pedal unit loadcell brake with rubber pedal cover
Allen Key 2 mm
USB cable
Clutch limiter pad
3x Anti-skid stickers for pedal plates
5x Elastomer spring shore 65 (pre-assembled, soft)
5x Elastomer spring shore 85 (medium)
5x Elastomer spring shore 95 (hard)
Quick Guide
Mounting screws, nuts and washers
Stabilizer bars with spacers

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4.4 Part list CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit
Part number Part name usage Picture Description
S1 Screw
M8 x 30 mm
2Screw to mount the loadcell brake
pedal unit to the heel rest
S2 Stabilizer bar
M8 x 250 mm
2Stabilizer bars for reinforcement
N1 Self-securing
hexagon nut M8
6Nut to counter and tighten screws S1
(2 pcs.) and S2 (4 pcs.)
W1 Washer
ID = 8 mm
8Washers to be added onto screw S1
(4 pcs.) and onto S2 (4 pcs)
E1 Spacer
ID = 6 mm
16 Spacers to be added onto stabilizer
bars S2

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ASSEMBLY
5.1 Plan your conguration
First decide which pedals you will use, CSL Elite Pedals or CSL Elite Pedals
LC. This decision leads into consequences for the next steps.
Then decide which way you want to connect the pedals, to wheel base or to
PC USB port. This also needs to consider at which platform you want to use
the pedals:
Option 1: Connect your CSL Elite Pedals or CSL Elite Pedals LC to the PC
USB port. For CSL Elite Pedals you need the (optional) ClubSport USB Adapt-
er, for CSL Elite Pedals LC the USB connection cable is included in CSL Elite
Pedals Loadcell Kit package. This option is applicable only for use with PC, not
applicable for use with consoles.
Option 2: Connect your CSL Elite Pedals or CSL Elite Pedals LC to the ‘Ped-
als’ port of your Fanatec Wheel Base (e.g. CSL Elite Wheel Base). The RJ12
connection cable is included in CSL Elite Pedals package. This option is appli-
cable for use with PC or consoles.
IMPORTANT: Use only the RJ12 cable which is packaged with your
CSL Elite Pedals to avoid damages on the CSL Elite Pedals LC electron-
ics! Use only the USB cable which is packaged with your CSL Elite Pedals
Loadcell Kit to avoid damages on the CSL Elite Pedals LC electronics!
Please check chapter ‘Connections’ to see which kind of peripheral devices
have to be connected to which socket at the CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite
Pedals LC electronics board.
Additional peripheral devices are not strictly required but will give the user
a more similar feeling like driving a race car. We recommend using the
ClubSport Handbrake from the Fanatec ClubSport platform. Watch out for up-
coming compatible products as well. Visit our Webshop at www.fanatec.com for
more compatible products.
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5.2 Mounting the the CSL Elite Pedals
Put together pedal units (pedal unit brake) and (pedal unit gas) with heel rest.
Avoid clamping the cables of the pedal units!
Align the poles of the pedal unit with the holes of
the heel rest to nd the correct positions.
Try different positions for the pedal units (ped-
al unit brake) and (pedal unit gas) to nd your
favourite adjustment.

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Insert the M8 screws with washer from top
side through the heel rest and pedal unit
(pedal unit brake)/(pedal unit gas), counter
with washer and nut from bottom side.
Tighten the assembly by using the Allen Key
and the wrench from package content.
When done insert the slot cover into the
heel rest.
Connect the RJ12 plugs of the pedal unit cables to the corresponding port.
Store Allen Key and wrench safely for later use.

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Align the poles of the pedal unit with the holes of
the heel rest to nd the correct positions.
Try different positions for the pedal units to
nd your favourite adjustment.
5.3 Mounting the CSL Elite Pedals LC
Put together the pedal unit ‘loadcell brake’ (pedal unit loadcell brake) with heel
rest of original CSL Elite Pedals (optional).
Avoid clamping the cables of the pedal units!

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Insert the M8 screws with washer from top
side through the heel rest and pedal units,
counter with washer and nut from bottom side.
Tighten the assembly by using the Allen Key 6
mm and the wrench 13 mm from original CSL
Elite Pedals package content.
When done insert the slot cover into the heel
rest.
Remove the original CSL Elite Pedals electronics module by loosening the
four small screws on the sides with Allen Key 2 mm.
Insert the CSL Elite Pedals LC electronics module from Loadcell Kit package
content and mount it with the four small screws and Allen Key 2 mm.
CSL EP CSL EP LC
Connect the RJ12 plugs of the pedal
unit cables to the corresponding port.
Made in China
Endor AG Germany
HANDBRAKE
USB
WHEEL BASE
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Rating: 5 V DC, 100 mA
tested to comply
with FCC Standards
CLUTCH BRAKE GAS
Made in China
Endor AG Germany
WHEEL BASE
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Rating: 5 V DC, 100 mA
tested to comply
with FCC Standards
BRAKE GAS

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Adjust the brake stiness by arranging the dierent elastomer springs on the back side
brake rod according to your setup and favour.
e brake rod takes ve pieces of elastomer springs plus the required so yellow
spring.
Please refer to table of this Manual for correct setup!
Hardness Description Max. load Scenario / setup recommendation
Shore
65
Medium
hardness
18 kg Pedals on grippy oor or mounted to wheel
stand
Shore
85
Hard 40 kg Pedals mounted to wheel stand or to rig /
cockpit
Shore
95
Very hard 90 kg Pedals mounted to rig / cockpit
IMPORTANT: The elastomer springs must not be compressed more
than 40% of their length so do not put more load on them than listed in
table! If mixing brake springs with different hardness on the brake rod the
maximum load is dened by the spring with lowest shore value!
Replace the brake limiter pad at the backside of the clutch pedal unit (former
CSL Elite Pedals brake) by clutch limiter pad from CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell
Kit package content.

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5.4 Stabilizer bars (recommendation)
Some cockpits and rigs do not have a full pedal plate. For such special use
cases the CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit comes with two additional stabilizer
bars which have to be assembled at the back end of the pedal set to reinforce
the pedal set if not every pedal unit has full oor contact. We recommend this
reinforcement for every user but it is not a strict requirement if your pedals have
full oor contact on each pedal unit.
Pinch the clips of the covers at the pedal unit base frames:
Remove all the covers of each pedal unit:
Insert the stabilizer bars S2 through the holes of the covers, attach the spacers
E1between the pedal unit base frames:
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Add washers W1 and nuts N1 onto both ends of each stabilizer bar S2:
W1
N1
5.5 Hardmounting the CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals LC
The CSL Elite Pedals and CSL Elite Pedals LC offer hard-mount opportunity at
several points of the pedal set as shown on the picture below:
• Heel rest: One hole at each corner for insertion of an M8 screw
• Each single pedal unit: two holes at each pedal unit base frame
NOTE: Hard-mount screws
are not included in the package
contents.