Trust FORMULA 1 RACE MASTER User manual

Formula 1 Race Master
FORMULA 1 RACE MASTER
User manual
Version 1.0

Formula 1 Race Master
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction......................................................................... 2
2. Maintenance and Safety..................................................... 2
3. Installation .......................................................................... 3
3.1 Connection ..................................................................... 3
3.2 Adjusting Windows 95.................................................... 4
3.3 Use with Windows 3.1x and DOS................................... 5
3.4 Setting switches.............................................................. 5
4. Troubleshooting................................................................. 6
5. Specifications..................................................................... 7

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1. Introduction
This manual describes the installation and use of the Formula 1 Race Master. No
special knowledge is required for installation.
The illustrations in this manual may differ from what appears on your screen. In the
event of any confusion, consult the manual of the Windows version you are using.
Conventions in this manual:
<key> Here you press a key. The name of the key will appear between the
brackets.
“System” This is a specific term used in a program; e.g., a term used in
Windows.
Additional information will be shown as follows:
Note: Turn off the computer before connecting the steering wheel.
2. Maintenance and Safety
Read the following instructions carefully before using the Formula 1 Race Master:
1. The Formula 1 Race Master does not require any special maintenance. Use a
light, slightly-damp and soft cloth to clean the steering wheel.
2. Do not use any harsh agents such as gasoline or turpentine when cleaning as
they may harm the material.
3. Never submerge the device in fluid. This can be dangerous and can damage the
product.
4. Do not use this device in the proximity of water.
5. Make sure that nothing rests on the power cord. Do not put this device in a
place where the cord can wear or be damaged as a result of traffic.
6. Do not try and repair this device yourself. If you open the device you might
come into contact with live components. This device may be maintained only by
specially trained personnel.

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7. Have the device repaired by qualified personnel when:
a) the cord or plug is damaged or worn
b) fluid has penetrated the device
c) the device has come into contact with rain or water
d) the device does not work in a normal fashion
e) the device has fallen or the casing is damaged
f) the device performs considerably worse than usual.
3. Installation
3.1 Connection
Figure 1: Formula 1 Race Master Connection
A Plug for pedals G Firing button 1
B Pedals connection H Firing button 2
C Steering wheel connection I Firing button 4
D Brake pedal J Acceleration shift
E Gas pedal K Mode switch
F Firing button 3
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Secure the Formula 1 Race Master to a flat, sturdy table using the suction cups
and/or clamps.
3. Insert the plug of the steering wheel (C) into the connection of the pedals (A).
4. Insert the plug of the pedals (B) into the game port of your computer.

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3.2 Adjusting Windows 95
1. Start Windows 95.
2. Click on the “Start” button on the task bar.
3. Go to “Settings”.
4. Click on “Control Panel” (see Figure 2). A screen appears as illustrated in Figure
3.
Figure 2: Displaying the Control Panel
5. Double-click on the “Joystick” icon.

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Figure 3: The Control Panel in Windows 95
6. Select “Joystick 1” under “Current Joystick”.
7. Select “2-axis, 4 button joystick” under “Joystick selection”.
8. Click on “Calibrate” and follow the on-screen instructions.
9. Click on “Test” to test the Formula 1 Race Master. Follow these steps again if the
Formula 1 Race Master does not work properly, or consult the chapter
“Troubleshooting”.
10.Your Formula 1 Race Master has now been installed.
3.3 Use with Windows 3.1x and DOS
You do not have to install the Formula 1 Race Master under Windows 3.1x or DOS.
Your Formula 1 Race Master will be ready for immediate use after you hook it up and
turn on your computer.
It is possible that you will have to calibrate the Formula 1 Race Master in a game.
Consult the manual of the game if such is the case.
3.4 Setting switches
The optimal switch setting for games is displayed in the table below:.
Switch K
Race games gas and brakes

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Flight
simulator
games
throttle only
Most games will operate under these settings. If a game does not work, consult the
game’s manual, taking the scheme above into consideration.
4. Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Possible solution
The Formula 1 Race
Master does not
work.
The Formula 1 Race
Master has not been
correctly connected.
Check whether the
Formula 1 Race Master
has been connected
correctly to the game
port of your computer.
Check whether the
steering wheel is well
connected to the pedals.
Under DOS: The
Formula 1 Race
Master has not been
set in the game.
Set the steering wheel in
the game. Consult the
game’s manual for
instructions on how to
do this.
Under Windows 95:
The steering wheel
has not been
installed.
Check the joystick
setting in the control
panel as to whether a
“2-axis, 4 button
joystick” has been
installed. Set the
joystick in the game.

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Problem Cause Possible solution
You do not drive or
fly straight when the
steering wheel or
pedals are
unmanned.
The steering wheel
has not been
calibrated.
Calibrate the Formula 1
Race Master.
Contact your dealer if problems continue to persist. You can also search for a
solution or fill in a Support Contact Form on the Trust Internet site (www.trust-
site.com). Contacting the Trust helpdesk is another option. Have the item number
close at hand when consulting with the helpdesk.
5. Specifications
•Multi-functional steering wheel with four firing buttons
•Gas and brake pedals
•Acceleration shift
•Sturdy build for long life span
•Suction cups and clamps for firm assembly
•Compatible with standard joysticks
•Auto centring function
•Fully DOS and Windows 3.1x, 95 and 98 compatible
•Colour: Trust-grey