FANATEC PODIUM WHEEL BASE DD2 User manual

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Rev. 10

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To get the most out of your Podium Wheel Base DD2, please read this manual
before use. It contains important health and safety information and should be
retained for future reference.

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INDEX
1. General ................................................................................................................ 5-6
2. Introduction ......................................................................................................... 7
3. Compatibility........................................................................................................ 7
4. Preparation .......................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Package contents ........................................................................................ 8
5. Assembly.............................................................................................................. 9-18
5.1 Plan your conguration .............................................................................. 9
5.2 Mounting the Podium Wheel Base DD2 using the
ClubSport Table Clamp V2................................................................................ 9
5.3 Hard-mounting the Podium Wheel Base DD2 ........................................... 9-10
5.4 Hard-mounting the Podium Kill Switch ..................................................... 11-12
5.5 Attaching a Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 13-14
5.6 Change the Quick Release.......................................................................... 15-16
5.7 Connections ................................................................................................. 17-18
5.8 Drilling Template.......................................................................................... 19
6. Functions & Features.......................................................................................... 20-36
6.1 Firmware and driver update........................................................................ 20-30
6.2 Start-Up procedure ...................................................................................... 30-31
6.3 Tuning Menu................................................................................................. 31-35
6.4 OLED Display ............................................................................................... 36
6.5 Cooling system ............................................................................................ 37
7. Electronic operation............................................................................................ 38-40
7.1 Hotkeys......................................................................................................... 38-41
8. Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 42
9. Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 42-43
10. Serial number..................................................................................................... 44
11. Trademarks......................................................................................................... 44
12. End of Life Product Recycling ......................................................................... 45
13. FCC Compliance................................................................................................ 46
14. Warranty ............................................................................................................. 46-47

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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 sti󰀨ness, 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/or electric
shock.
• Operating room temperature: 59°F - 95°F
•
The recommended operation time of the wheel with continuous force feedback activity is 1 hour.
• Excessive use may cause health risks. We recommend to take a break of 5 minutes every 20
minutes, and do not drive for more than 2 hours per day.
• Not intended for children under the age of 13 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 Podium Wheel Base DD2 must be connected to an appropriate power source:
• Always connect the DC side of the power supply to the wheel base before connecting the
AC side of the power supply to your wall socket.
• Use only the power supply and power cord that came with your Podium Wheel Base DD2.
Replacements may only be issued from an authorised repair centre.
•
Do not use non-standard power sources, such as generators or inverters, even if the voltage
and frequency appear acceptable. Only use AC power provided by a standard wall outlet.
• To avoid damage, do not expose your Podium Wheel Base DD2 to sources of heat.
• When connecting and / or disconnecting any steering wheel to / from Podium Wheel Base DD2
take care of the pins inside the Quick Release.
• Only use Fanatec®steering wheels with the Podium Wheel Base DD2 base.
• Unplug the power cord of your Podium Wheel Base DD2 during storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
• If the Podium Wheel Base DD2 becomes damaged in any way, stop using it immediately and
contact Fanatec® Customer Support http://www.fanatec.com/support/faq.
GENERAL
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GENERAL NOTES
• Podium Wheel Base DD2 is fully usable out-of-box. We always recommend updating to the
latest rmware. See chapter ‘Firmware and driver update’ for more details. A PC is required to
update your rmware.
•
All specications in this document are subject to change. The Podium Wheel Base DD2 rmware
and/or PC driver may be updated to implement new features or general improvements.
• This product contains the all other Fanatec®steering wheels which might be mentioned in this
manual are not included within the Podium Wheel Base DD2 package and sold separately. You
can obtain them from the Fanatec webshop: www.fanatec.com
•
Additional peripheral devices like shifters, pedals, LED displays and others which might
be mentioned in this manual are not included within the Podium Wheel Base DD2
package and are sold separately. You can obtain them from the Fanatec Webshop:
www.fanatec.com
•
This manual discusses assembly, connections, and functions related to Fanatec®steering wheels
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 as well!
•
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 at
www.fanatec.com for more details.

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INTRODUCTION
COMPATIBILITY
Thank you for purchasing the Podium Wheel Base DD2. This product contains
many advanced technologies, including a custom outrunner servo motor, inte-
grated electronics, and wireless Quick Release system. Built from the ground
up for sim racing, the motor delivers 25Nm peak torque, with outstanding wheel
speed and acceleration. Welcome to the Direct Drive Revolution.
The Podium Wheel Base DD2 (P WB DD2) can be used with a wide range of
CSL and ClubSport series steering wheels. Using di󰀨erent wheels helps to
create a more realistic feeling based on the type of vehicle being simulated,
and your driving style. It’s up to you! Additional peripheral devices from Fa-
natec®such as pedals, shifters and handbrake are fully compatible with the
Podium Wheel Base DD2. You can obtain them from the Fanatec webshop:
www.fanatec.com
The Podium Wheel Base DD2 is compatible with the PC, and with the Xbox
One when used with an o󰀩cially licensed Xbox One steering wheel.
IMPORTANT: Podium Wheel Base DD2 is fully usable out-of-box. We
always recommend updating to the latest rmware. See chapter ‘Firm-
ware and driver update’ for more details. A PC is required to update your
rmware.
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PREPARATION
4.1 Package contents
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Podium Wheel Base DD2
Power supply cable
Power supply unit
USB connection cable with straight plug
Torque Key
RJ12 connection cable for Pedals
Podium Kill Switch with cable
Cylinder head bolt ISO 4762 M6x20
(only for Simplied Quick Release)
Quick Guide
Cylinder head bolt ISO 4762 M6x20
(only for ClubSport Quick Release)

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ASSEMBLY
5.1 Plan your conguration
To operate the Podium Wheel Base DD2 plug your steering wheel onto the
Quick Release of the Podium Wheel Base DD2 and get started. Connect the
Podium Wheel Base DD2 to your PC by using the USB cable.
Please check the ‘Connections’ chapter to see which kind of peripheral devices
must be connected to which socket on the Podium Wheel Base DD2. All devic-
es have to be connected to the Podium Wheel Base DD2 before powering ON
to allow proper detection and operation.
5.2 Mounting the Podium Wheel Base DD2 using the ClubSport Table
Clamp V2
While it is recommended to hard-mount the Podium Wheel Base DD2 to a ded-
icated cockpit, it is possible to use on a strong at surface using the Fanatec
ClubSport Table Clamp V2. Just bolt the Podium Wheel Base DD2 to the Table
Clamp with four bolts on the underside of the base.
• You need to take apart the angled plate by loosening the Allen bolt to
remove the rod.
• Then you can bolt the plate on the Podium Racing Wheel Base but be
careful! Pay attention to the length regulation on page 10!
• Now insert the rod and tighten it with the Allen bolts.
• Open the two metal bolts as much as you need to place on the table.
• Tighten the two metal table clamp bolts. Ensure that the table clamp’s feet
remain well aligned with the bottom of the table plate.
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5.3 Hard-mounting the Podium Wheel Base DD2
ATTENTION: Not for hard-mounting!
Only for peripheral mounting such as
static shifter paddles or a dash display.
Thread length of holes: 7 mm
Required bolts: M6

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The Podium Wheel Base DD2 o󰀨ers several mounting options (shown below).
IMPORTANT: Use only good quali-
ty M6 bolts. Choose the bolt length so
that the thread does not reach more
than 12 mm into the wheel base. Always use all three hard-mount points,
this allows a proper and stable installation and avoids damage!
IMPORTANT: Use only good quality M8 bolts. Choose
the bolt length so that the thread does not reach more than
20 mm into the wheel base. Always use all four hard-mount
points, this allows a proper and stable installation and
avoids damage!
To hard-mount the Podium Wheel Base DD2 to a table or rig by bolts please
nd the printable drilling template in the download area of our website
www.fanatec.com.
Table
max 12mm
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Side mounting:
On both sides of the wheel base are two
M8-threaded holes which are 20mm
deep. There you can mount the Podium
Mounting Brackets (not included):
Bottom mounting:
On the underside of the wheel base are ve
M6-threaded hole patterns which are 12mm deep for
Fanatec triangular mounting and square mounting
(78,4mm x 66mm):
Using the front centre hole with the two rear holes
(Fanatec Triangular mounting - marked with gold ar-
rows) is su󰀩cient for use.
max 20mm
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5.4 Using the Podium Kill Switch
5.4.1 Hard-mounting the Podium Kill Switch
The M6 threaded plates on the Podium Kill Switch allow for various mounting
methods.
The Podium Kill Switch has two cable routing options, depending on your
mounting method.
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
Ensure that the Kill Switch cable is connected
to the rear of the wheel base in the port marked
‘E-STOP’.

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5.4.2 Emergency Stop
In case of an emergency, stop the wheel base by press-
ing the Emergency Stop button.
PRESS
ROTATE
In order to resume function, the Emergency Stop button
must be reset. To reset it, rotate the button clockwise,
until it lifts back up.
5.4.3 Power On & O󰀨
The Podium Kill Switch has a Power Button to turn the
wheel base on and o󰀨. To turn on the wheel base, press
the power button for approximately one second and re-
lease.
PRESS
PRESS & HOLD
To turn o󰀨 the wheel base, press and hold the power
button for approximately 5 seconds and then release.

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Slide any Fanatec Steering Wheel
with Simplied Quick Release onto
wheel base shaft.
Turn the Simplied Quick Release top-side
down to see the bottom of the clamp ring to
follow next step below.
Push the Fanatec Steering Wheel until the bolt hole
aligns with the hole on the wheel base shaft.
It is recommend to turn the wheel base o󰀨 before
attaching a steering wheel with Simplied Quick
Release. Centre the Quick Release shaft so the slot
is at the top.
5.5 Attaching a Steering Wheel
5.5.1 Attaching Fanatec Steering Wheels with Simplied Quick Release
Tighten bolt to x clamp ring mechanism, use only the
Allen key provided with the Fanatec Steering Wheel.
IMPORTANT: Tighten only by using the short lever
of Allen key!
Use the clamp ring bolt included with the Podium Wheel Base
DD2 package and use the Allen key included with your steering
wheel package.
Note: When a Fanatec steering wheel with
Simplied Quick Release is used on a Podium
Wheel Base, the torque will automatically reduce
to the level of the ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5.
Note: While doing this, make sure there is no force feed back e󰀨ect active.
It would be best to turn the wheel base o󰀨.

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5.5.2 Attaching Fanatec Steering Wheels with
ClubSport Quick Release
Position the locking ring until it touches the rubber gas-
ket, but do not tighten. This keeps the rubber gasket in
place during wheel rim attachment.
Centre the DD2’s Quick Release shaft so that the slot
is facing up.
IMPORTANT: Do not over-loosen the locking ring to the end of the
steering axle before attaching a steering wheel! The rubber ring will not
sit in position to hold the Steering Wheel properly.

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Now release the sleeve of the Quick Release mechanism
and turn the locking ring by hand in the counter-clockwise
direction for a tight t.
Proceed in reverse order to remove the wheel from the
base.
Pull and hold the Quick Release sleeve and carefully push the steering wheel
onto the shaft.
When using the Fanatec ClubSport Quick Release on a Podium Series wheel
base, no bolt is required.
IMPORTANT: Take care not to use high forces when attaching the
steering wheel. Make sure the locking ring is not tightened when attach-
ing the rim.
ATTENTION: Do not over-tighten or use any tools to tighten the
locking ring.

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5.6 Changing the Quick Release
Turn the locking ring clockwise until it reaches the end
of the shaft. Continue to rotate the locking ring clockwise
while holding the steering axle in place with your other
hand. The locking ring will slowly push the Quick Release
out.
Unravel the cables inside the wheel base to give you more space.
Disconnect the two cables by lifting the locking tabs of each connector.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT pull out the steering axle forcefully by hand
other wise it is possible to tear o󰀨 the cables inside the steering axle.
Once the locking ring begins to push the Quick Release out, it should
come out very easily.
Make sure your wheel base is o󰀨 and unplugged.
Position the locking ring until it touches the rubber gasket,
but do not tighten. This keeps the rubber gasket in place.
Now loosen the bolts of the black clamp ring at the end of
the steering axle.

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Now connect your new Quick Release system in the same way with the match-
ing cables (the short QR cable connects to the long wheel base cable, and the
long QR cable connects to the short wheel base cable).
Twist the cable by turning the Quick Release ve times to avoid damaging the
cables inside the wheel base.
NOTE: The wheel base shaft has a step where the inner diameter decreas-
es. It’s important that the connectors clear this step to avoid damaging
the cables during reassembly. If necessary, you can try to push the con-
nectors carefully with a at tool to pass the step.
Turn the locking ring counter-clockwise until it touches the rubber gasket before
you insert the new steering axle.
Push the new steering axle carefully into the wheel base until you feel resist-
ance from the step in the shaft.
Put on the clamp ring and tighten the bolts evenly.
NOTE: When re-attaching the QR clamp to the wheel base shaft, ensure
that both gaps are aligned, as marked by the red line in the image below:
NOTE: You will have to re-calibrate the wheel centre after making any ad-
justments to the Quick Release.

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IMPORTANT: Use only the cables which are included with your wheel
base! Peripheral devices are not included and sold separately!
5.7 Connections
To connect additional peripheral devices like shifters,
pedals or handbrake to the Podium Wheel Base DD2
there is a row of connector sockets at the rear of the
wheel base:
5.7.1 USB
The USB port is used to connect the Podium Wheel Base DD2 to PC or console.
IMPORTANT: Use only the included USB cable to avoid damage and/
or malfunction!
5.7.2 SHIFTER1
The SHIFTER1 port is used to connect H-pattern shifters to the Podium Wheel
Base DD2 (e.g. the ClubSport Shifter or the ClubSport Shifter SQ in H-pattern
mode.) Sequential shifters can also be connected to this port. Note: Sequential
shifters connected to this port can be mapped identically to the shifter paddles
at any Fanatec® steering wheels by PC driver settings (see chapter ‘PC driver’
of this user manual).
5.7.3 SHIFTER2
The SHIFTER2 port is used to connect sequential shifters to the Podium
Wheel Base DD2 (e.g. the ClubSport Shifter SQ in SQ mode or the ClubSport
Static Shifter Paddles.) Note: Sequential shifters connected to this port can be
mapped identically to the shifter paddles on the ClubSport Steering Wheel F1®
or any other Fanatec® steering wheels by PC driver settings (see chapter ‘PC
driver’ of this user manual).
Attention: H-pattern shifters will not work on SHIFTER2 port!

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5.7.4 PEDAL
The PEDAL port is used to connect pedals to the Podium Wheel Base DD2
(e.g. the ClubSport V3 and Clubsport V3 inverted).
5.7.5 HANDBRAKE
The HANDBRAKE port is used to connect the ClubSport Handbrake V1.5 to
the Podium Wheel Base DD2.
5.7.6 POWER
The POWER connector is used to connect the power supply to the Podium
Wheel Base DD2.
5.7.7 DATA
The DATA port is to be used for future accessories such as LED displays.
5.7.8 E-STOP
The E-STOP port is for use with the included Podium Kill Switch.
5.7.9 TORQUE KEY
The TORQUE KEY port is for use with the included Torque Key.
5.7.10 CAN
The CAN port is to be used for future CAN bus support.
IMPORTANT: Please use only the power supply and power cord that
came with your Podium Wheel Base DD2. Replacements may only be
issued from an authorised repair centre. See ‘Electrical Safety’ in Chapter
1 ‘General’ for more details!

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The Podium Wheel Base DD2 supports a variety of di󰀨erent CSL and ClubSport
series steering wheels and other peripheral devices like shifters, pedals and
handbrakes. You can obtain these add-on products from the Fanatec webshop:
www.fanatec.com
Here are some examples:
• ClubSport Steering Wheel Porsche 918 RSR
• ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula V2
• ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® Esports
• ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW GT2
• CSL Elite Pedals
• CSL Elite Pedals LC
• ClubSport Pedals V3
• ClubSport Pedals V3 Inverted
• ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5
• ClubSport Static Shifter Paddles
Note: IF your ClubSport Static Shifter Paddles do not t over your clamp
ring, you will need to briey remove the clamp. Please see instructions
regarding how to remove the clamp. Removing the full QR is NOT
necessary.
IMPORTANT: When mounting the clamp again, the gaps from the
clamp and the base shaft needs to be equal to secure proper tment.
(See image on page 15.)
For detailed information about the assembly of other peripheral devices
please read the corresponding user manual and/or Quick Guide.
5.8 Drilling Template
Please download and print the drilling template for hard-mounting the Podium
Wheel Base DD2 from the download area of our website www.fanatec.com.