FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT (01) PDF Document

WARNING! Photosensitive Seizures

A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual images, including flashing 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 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 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.

ATTENTION

• The device must not be exposed to rain or humidity in order to avoid risk of fire 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 FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT must be connected to an appropriate power source:

• For the used pedals, use only the cords that came with your FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT or that you received from an authorized repair center.

• For the used pedals, 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 FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT:

• Do not try to use the pedals with cords different from the cords packaged with the FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT or received from an authorized repair center.

• Unplug the power cord of your wheel base or disconnect the supply cord from the pedals to the PC USB port during storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• If the pedals become damaged in any way, stop using it immediately and contact Fanatec Customer Support.

The CSL Elite Pedals can be used with the CSL Elite Wheel Base, the ClubSport Wheel Base, the ClubSport Wheel Base V2, ClubSport USB Adapter and other peripheral devices from the Fanatec ClubSport and CSL platform. They can be used on a PC USB port only by a ClubSport USB Adapter or by wheel base connection. For consoles, connection to a wheel base is required.

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. They can be used on a PC USB port directly or by wheel base connection. For consoles, connection to a wheel base is required.

IMPORTANT: Before first use, the CSL Elite Pedals LC must be updated to the latest firmware version. Also, the firmware of your Fanatec wheel base and the PC driver must be updated to the latest versions.

Package Content:

• Heel rest

• Slot cover

• Pedal unit brake with rubber pedal covers

• Pedal unit gas with rubber pedal covers

• RJ12 cable

• Mounting screws, nuts and washers

• Allen Key 6 mm

• Cropped wrench 13 mm

• Quick Guide

Part List:

Package Content:

• CSL Elite Pedals LC electronics module

• Pedal unit loadcell brake with rubber pedal cover

• 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)

• USB cable

• Mounting screws, nuts and washers

• Allen Key 2 mm

• Stabilizer bars with spacers

• Quick Guide

Part List:

First, decide if you will use the CSL Elite Pedals or the CSL Elite Pedals LC. Then, decide how you want to connect the pedals, which will also depend on the platform (PC or console) you are using.

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 Adapter. For CSL Elite Pedals LC, the USB connection cable is included. This option is applicable only for use with PC, not for consoles.

Option 2: Connect your CSL Elite Pedals or CSL Elite Pedals LC to the ‘Pedals’ port of your Fanatec Wheel Base (e.g., CSL Elite Wheel Base). The RJ12 connection cable is included in the CSL Elite Pedals package. This option is applicable for use with PC or consoles.

IMPORTANT: Use only the RJ12 cable packaged with your CSL Elite Pedals to avoid damages. Use only the USB cable packaged with your CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit to avoid damages.

1. Align the poles of the pedal units (brake and gas) with the holes of the heel rest to find the correct positions. You can try different positions to find your preferred adjustment. Avoid clamping the cables of the pedal units.

2. Insert the M8 screws with a washer from the top side through the heel rest and pedal unit.

3. Counter with a washer and nut from the bottom side.

4. Tighten the assembly using the Allen Key and wrench from the package content.

5. Once done, insert the slot cover into the heel rest.

6. Connect the RJ12 plugs of the pedal unit cables to the corresponding port on the electronics module.

7. Store the Allen Key and wrench safely for later use.

1. Put together the ‘loadcell brake’ pedal unit with the heel rest from the original CSL Elite Pedals. You can position this and the other pedals to find your favorite adjustment. Avoid clamping the pedal unit cables.

2. Insert the M8 screws with a washer from the top side through the heel rest and pedal units, then counter with a washer and nut from the bottom side.

3. Tighten the assembly using the 6 mm Allen Key and 13 mm wrench from the original CSL Elite Pedals package.

4. When done, insert the slot cover into the heel rest.

5. Remove the original CSL Elite Pedals electronics module by loosening the four small screws on the sides with a 2 mm Allen Key.

6. Insert the CSL Elite Pedals LC electronics module from the Loadcell Kit package and mount it with the four small screws and 2 mm Allen Key.

7. Connect the RJ12 plugs of the pedal unit cables to the corresponding ports (Gas, Brake, Clutch).

8. Replace the brake limiter pad at the backside of the clutch pedal unit (the former CSL Elite Pedals brake) with the clutch limiter pad from the CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit package.

You can adjust the brake stiffness by arranging the different elastomer springs on the back side brake rod. The brake rod takes five pieces of elastomer springs plus the required soft yellow spring. Refer to the table below for the correct setup based on your preference and mounting solution.

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 the table. If mixing brake springs with different hardness on the brake rod, the maximum load is defined by the spring with the lowest shore value.

The CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit includes two stabilizer bars to reinforce the pedal set, which is recommended if not every pedal unit has full floor contact (e.g., in some cockpits and rigs). While recommended for every user, it is not a strict requirement if your pedals have full floor contact on each pedal unit.

1. Pinch the clips of the covers at the pedal unit base frames and remove all the covers from each pedal unit.

2. Insert the stabilizer bars (S2) through the holes of the covers.

3. Attach the spacers (E1) between the pedal unit base frames.

4. Add washers (W1) and nuts (N1) onto both ends of each stabilizer bar (S2) and tighten them.

The FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT offers hard-mount opportunities at several points:

• 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.

You can find a printable drilling template in the download area of the manufacturer’s website. The template shows all possible setups, but you only need to drill the holes corresponding to your pedal assembly setup.

NOTE: Always hard-mount the pedals at the heel rest and with at least one screw at each pedal unit.

Attaching / Detaching Rubber Covers

The pedals come with attached rubber covers on each pedal plate. These can be removed to drive with a pure metal surface for less grip. The rubber covers can be re-attached or detached at any time to your preference.

IMPORTANT: Do not use any tools to attach or detach the pedal plate rubber covers to avoid damages, scratches, and/or cuts. The covers are designed for attaching and detaching without tools.

Attaching Anti-skid Pads

The CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit includes three anti-skid pads to provide better grip for drivers using shoes.

1. To attach an anti-skid pad, first remove the pedal plate rubber cover.

2. Remove the film from the backside of the anti-skid pad.

3. Attach the anti-skid pad onto the pedal plate. NOTE: Make sure the pedal plate is clean and dry to allow proper adhesion.

4. The pedal plate rubber covers can be re-attached over the anti-skid pads at any time.

• Wheel Base: Use the included RJ12 connection cable to connect this port to the ‘Pedals’ port on your wheel base for use with PC or consoles. Alternatively, connect it to a ClubSport USB Adapter for PC-only use. IMPORTANT: Use only the packaged RJ12 cable.

• Gas: This port is for connecting the gas/throttle pedal unit. IMPORTANT: Do not connect any other device to this port.

• Brake: This port is for connecting the brake pedal unit. IMPORTANT: Do not connect any other device to this port.

• Wheel Base: Use the RJ12 cable to connect to the ‘Pedals’ port on your wheel base for PC or console use. IMPORTANT: Do not connect to a ClubSport USB Adapter; use the dedicated USB port on this module instead.

• USB: Use the included USB cable to connect directly to your PC. This option is only for PC use, not consoles.

• Gas: For connecting the gas/throttle pedal unit.

• Brake: For connecting the loadcell brake pedal unit. IMPORTANT: Do not connect any other device to this port.

• Clutch: For connecting the clutch pedal unit (the original brake pedal unit from the basic CSL Elite Pedals). NOTE: This port does not need to be connected if you do not use a clutch.

• Handbrake: For connecting a ClubSport Handbrake. The required cable is included with the ClubSport Handbrake package.

Before first use, the CSL Elite Pedals LC electronics have to be updated to the latest firmware version. You must also use the latest PC driver version.

Firmware update for CSL Elite Pedals (via ClubSport USB Adapter):

1. Connect the ClubSport USB Adapter to the PC.

2. Open the PC driver, go to the ‘Update’ page, and press ‘Update USB Adapter Firmware’.

3. In the Firmware Updater window, select ‘CSL Elite Pedals’ as the device.

4. Press ‘Start Update’.

5. Once finished, disconnect and reconnect the ClubSport USB Adapter. The pedals can now be used on a PC USB port.

Firmware update for CSL Elite Pedals LC:

1. Connect the CSL Elite Pedals LC to the PC via USB.

2. Open the PC driver, go to the ‘Update’ page, and press ‘Update CSL Pedals Firmware’.

3. The Firmware Updater will start, automatically select the latest firmware, and put the pedals into bootloader mode.

4. Press the ‘Start’ button to begin the update process.

5. The pedals will reboot automatically when finished. Close the updater application and open the driver window again to check functionality and calibration.

IMPORTANT: After a firmware update, any manually calibrated pedal positions are lost and must be calibrated again.

Auto Calibration Mode

When the CSL Elite Pedals LC are powered on without a prior manual calibration (or after a firmware update), they operate in auto calibration mode. To calibrate, press each pedal lever from its initial position down to 100% of its travel (maximum mechanical position) and then back to the initial position one time. The pressed pedal is now automatically calibrated. The procedure is the same for a connected handbrake.

Manual Calibration Mode

Manual calibration allows for more precise control over the pedal’s signal range. There are two ways to do this:

1. Manual Calibration by PC Driver:

• In the driver’s ‘Function Test’ tab, check the ‘Enable manual mode’ box.

• To set the minimum position, press the pedal to the desired point and click the ‘set min’ button below the corresponding indicator bar.

• To set the maximum position, press the pedal to the desired point and click the ‘set max’ button above the corresponding indicator bar.

• NOTE: The minimum position must be lower than the maximum position.

2. Manual Calibration of Throttle and Clutch by Wheel Base:

• Enter the Tuning Menu on your attached steering wheel.

• To set the minimum position: Press the clutch and throttle pedals to your desired minimum position, then press Left Shifter Paddle + Right Shifter Paddle + Down on D-Pad.

• To set the maximum position: Press the clutch and throttle pedals to your desired maximum position, then press Left Shifter Paddle + Right Shifter Paddle + Up on D-Pad.

• To switch back to auto calibration mode: Enter the Tuning Menu and press Left Shifter Paddle + Right Shifter Paddle + Left on D-Pad.

Brake Force Adjustment by PC Driver

When connected directly to a PC via USB, the brake force can be adjusted in the driver’s ‘Function Test’ window. Beside the brake indicator bar, there is a setting bar scaled from ‘OFF’ to ‘100’.

• Increasing to ‘100’ means you need to press the brake with maximum force to achieve a 100% brake signal.

• Reducing to ‘OFF’ means you need to press the brake with only a small force to achieve a 100% brake signal.

Brake Force Adjustment by Wheel Base

When connected to a wheel base, this adjustment is done via the ‘BRF’ (Brake Force) parameter in the wheel base tuning menu.

• Enter the Tuning Menu and navigate to ‘BRF’. The default value is 050.

• Change the value within the range of OFF to 100 to suit your preference.

Cleaning

Clean only with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Using cleaning solutions may damage your FANTEC CSL ELITE PEDALS LOADCELL KIT.

Maintenance

If you can feel or hear parts grinding, please add some lithium grease to the marked pivot points on the pedal mechanisms.

After a firmware update on the CSL Elite Pedals LC, the manually calibrated pedal positions must be manually calibrated again. Please refer to the ‘Pedals manual calibration’ and ‘Firmware update procedure’ sections for more details.

• Make sure you have updated your ClubSport USB Adapter firmware or CSL Elite Pedals LC firmware to the latest version.

• Make sure you have updated your Fanatec wheel base to the latest firmware version.

• Make sure you have updated your PC driver to the latest version.

• Make sure the used RJ12 or USB cable is plugged into the correct ports on the pedal electronics module and at the ClubSport USB Adapter, wheel base, or PC.

Connect the pedals to your PC (either directly via USB for the LC kit or through the wheel base). Start the PC driver and check the indicator bars for each pedal while pressing them. For the CSL Elite Pedals LC, you may need to perform a manual calibration of minimum and/or maximum positions or reactivate the ‘Enable manual calibration mode’ checkbox to adjust the pedal signal behavior to your preference.

When powering ON the CSL Elite Pedals LC in ‘Auto calibration mode’, every pedal lever must be pushed first to its maximum position and then back to its minimum position. After this, pressing the pedal lever again should result in a correct signal. See the ‘Pedal auto calibration mode’ section for more details.

This phenomenon is related to the BIOS of some mainboard manufacturers. In this case, it is required to boot the PC first and then plug the CSL Elite Pedals LC into the USB port after Windows has booted.

You can find the serial numbers on a sticker on the bottom side of your CSL Elite Pedals and/or CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit mainboard, or on stickers on one of the packaging boxes.

• The serial number for the CSL Elite Pedals starts with the letters ‘ST’ and has 8 additional numbers (e.g., ST64104013).

• The serial number for the CSL Elite Pedals Loadcell Kit starts with the letters ‘FS’ and has 8 additional numbers (e.g., FS643902466).

In the European Union: At the end of its working life, this product should not be disposed of with standard household waste, but rather dropped off at a collection point for the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) for recycling. Please contact your local authorities for information on the collection point nearest you.

For all other countries: Please adhere to local recycling laws for electrical and electronic equipment.