Thrustmaster TS-PC Racer Ferrari 488 Challenge Edition User manual

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User Manual

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TECHNICAL FEATURES
1 Base
2Wheel
3 2 sequential paddle shifters (up & down)
42 directional pads (D-pads) with push function
5 2 rotary switches with push function
6 MODE button + red/green indicator light
7 Large threaded hole (for attachment system
and fastening screw)
8 Attachment system
9 Metal fastening screw
10 15 RPM LEDs

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15 Thrustmaster Quick Release
16 Connector for TURBO POWER power
supply
17 Connector for removable USB cable
18 Connector for pedal set (pedal set sold
separately)
19 Connector for TH8A shifter (shifter sold
separately)
20 TURBO POWER power supply
21 Power supply cable
22 Removable USB cable
PLUGGING THE WHEEL INTO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET:
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!
Never plug the TURBO POWER power supply into an electrical outlet with a different
voltage! The TURBO POWER power supply’s voltage is indicated on the label located above the female
connector for the power supply cable.
Never connect a power supply other than the TURBO POWER power supply to the TS-PC
RACER base, even if the connector is compatible! For example, never connect the power adapter for
the T500 RS wheel to the TS-PC RACER base.

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WARNING
Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and save it for later reference.
Warning – Electrical shock
* Keep the product in a dry location and do not expose it to dust or sunlight.
* Do not twist or pull on the connectors and cables.
* Do not spill any liquid on the product or its connectors.
* Do not short-circuit the product.
* Never dismantle the product; do not throw it onto a fire and do not expose it to high temperatures.
* Do not use a power supply cable other than the one provided with your racing wheel.
* Do not use the power supply cable if the cable or its connectors are damaged, split or broken.
* Make sure that the power supply cable is properly plugged into an electrical outlet, and properly
connected to the connector at the rear of the racing wheel’s base.
* Do not open up the racing wheel: there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Any repairs must be
carried out by the manufacturer, its authorized representative or a qualified technician.
* Only use attachment systems/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
* If the racing wheel is operating abnormally (if it is emitting any abnormal sounds, heat or odors), stop
using it immediately, unplug the power supply cable from the electrical outlet and disconnect the other
cables.
* If you will not be using the racing wheel for an extended period of time, unplug its power supply cable
from the electrical outlet.
* The electrical outlet must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
Air vents
Make sure not to block any of the air vents on the racing wheel’s base. For optimal ventilation, make sure
to do the following:
* Position the wheel’s base at least 10 cm away from any wall surfaces.
* Do not place the base in any tight spaces.
* Do not cover the base.
* Do not let any dust build up on the air vents.
For safety reasons, never use the pedal set with bare feet
or while wearing only socks on your feet.
THRUSTMASTER®DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE EVENT OF
INJURY RESULTING FROM USE OF THE PEDAL SET WITHOUT SHOES.
Warning – Injuries due to Force Feedback and repeated movements
Playing with a Force Feedback racing wheel may cause muscle or joint pain. To avoid any problems:
* Avoid lengthy gaming periods.
* Take 10 to 15 minute breaks after each hour of play.
* If you feel any fatigue or pain in your hands, wrists, arms, feet or legs, stop playing and rest for a few
hours before you start playing again.

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Warning – Injuries due to Force Feedback and repeated movements (continued)
* If the symptoms or pain indicated persist when you start playing again, stop playing and consult your
doctor.
* Keep out of children’s reach.
* During gameplay, always leave both hands correctly positioned on the wheel without completely
letting go.
* During gameplay, never place your hands or your fingers under the pedals or anywhere near the
pedal set.
* During calibration and gameplay, never place your hand or your arm through the openings in the
racing wheel.
* Make sure that the racing wheel’s base is properly secured, as per this manual’s instructions.
Product to be handled only by users
16 years of age or older
HEAVY PRODUCT
Be careful not to drop the product on
yourself or on anyone else!
ALWAYS

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INSTALLING THE WHEEL ON ITS BASE
Align the connector positions using the arrows:
Base (1) connector: Arrow pointing upwards
Racing wheel (2) connector: Arrow pointing upwards
Once the connectors are correctly positioned, simply rotate the Thrustmaster Quick Release (15) device’s
ring anticlockwise, while holding the racing wheel (2) in position.
Then, tighten the ring as much as you can: to do so, hold the ring in position and rotate the racing wheel
clockwise.
Once you have installed the wheel, rotate it 180° (when facing the wheel, the Ferrari logo should be
upside down) to access the small attachment screw located on the ring of the Thrustmaster Quick
Release (15)device. Use a large Phillips screwdriver to tighten the small attachment screw (do not use
excessive force), turning it clockwise.
When using a Philips screwdriver, ensure NOT to use excessive force
when tightening the small attachment screw!
Stop turning the screw as soon as you feel some resistance.

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ATTACHING THE RACING WHEEL
Attaching the racing wheel’s base to a cockpit
1. Place the racing wheel’s base on the cockpit shelf.
2. Drive two M6 screws (not included) through the cockpit shelf, then feed them into the two small
screw threads located on the underside of the racing wheel.
Important: The length of the two M6 screws must not exceed the thickness of the shelf + 12 mm;
longer screws could cause damage to internal components located in the racing wheel’s base.
3. If required, tighten the standard attachment system by inserting the fastening screw in the large
threaded hole.
Attaching the racing wheel to a table or a desktop
1. Place the racing wheel on a table or any other horizontal, flat and stable surface.
2. Insert the fastening screw (9) in the attachment system (8), then tighten the device by turning the
screw anticlockwise, so that it feeds into the large threaded hole (7) located beneath the racing
wheel, until the wheel is perfectly stable.
ALWAYS NEVER
WARNING:
- Never tighten the screw alone, without the attachment system in place (this could
damage the racing wheel).

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ATTACHMENT /
REMOVAL
DIRECTION
To tighten:
Turn the screw
anticlockwise
To release:
Turn the screw
clockwise

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SETTING UP THE RACING WHEEL FOR PC
1. Go to http://support.thrustmaster.com to download the drivers and the force feedback software
for PC. Click Racing Wheels / TS-PC RACER, then select Drivers.
2. Once the download is complete, launch the installation, and follow the on-screen instructions to
connect the wheel’s USB plug to your computer and complete the installation.
3. Once the installation is complete, click Finish and restart your computer.
4. Select Start / All Programs / Thrustmaster / FFB Racing Wheel / Control Panel to open the Game
Controllers window.
The Game Controllers window displays the racing wheel’s name TS-PC RACER (in Normal mode)
with the status OK, or THRUSTMASTER ADVANCED MODE RACER (in Advanced mode) with the
status OK.
5. Click Properties to configure your wheel in the TS-PC RACER control panel:
• Test Input tab:
oAllows to test and view the action buttons, the two directional pads (D-pads), the two rotary
switches, and the wheel and pedals axes.
oAllows to adjust the wheel’s rotation angle in your PC games.
oAllows to test and adjust the intensity of the 15 RPM LEDs.
oAllows to change the wheel's name and mapping by switching from Normal mode to
Advanced mode (or vice versa).
• Test Forces tab: allows to test 12 force feedback effects.
• Gain Settings tab: allows to adjust the power of the force feedback effects in your PC games.
You are now ready to play!
General notes:
- On PC, click OK to close the Game Controllers window before launching the game.
- Your wheel’s firmware version is displayed in the upper right-hand corner of the control panel tabs.
UPDATING YOUR RACING WHEEL’S FIRMWARE
The firmware included in your racing wheel’s base can be updated to a more recent version featuring
product enhancements.
To display the firmware version that your racing wheel is currently using and update it if required: on
PC, visit http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TS-PC RACER, then select
Firmware and follow the instructions describing the download and installation procedure.