User manual THRUSTMASTER F430 FFB

[. . . ] Connect the power adapter to a standard power outlet. 3/12 PC INSTALLATION System requirements: PC (Windows® XP or Vista) featuring a USB port. The CD-ROM included with this product allows users to install the Force Feedback drivers. Insert the installation CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. [. . . ] - To activate the automatic centering feature, select "By the wheel". In this mode, you can adjust the automatic centering feature's intensity, from 0 to 100%. € SETTING THE AUTOMATIC CENTERING FEATURE USING THE HARDWARE To activate or deactivate the automatic centering featuring directly within your game, simply press the Force button (2) on your racing wheel. When activated, the automatic centering feature's intensity matches the value previously defined for the "By the wheel" setting in the "Control Panel" interface. AUTOMATIC CENTERING INACTIVE (This mode is recommended for all Force Feedback games) ACTIVE NOT FLASHING FLASHING ADJUSTING FORCE FEEDBACK EFFECTS (on Page 2 of the Control Panel interface) 4 settings are available, from 0 to 150%: - Main forces - Static forces - Dynamic forces - Aggressiveness Note: Always remember to close the Control Panel interface entirely before launching your game!6/12 USING THE 5-POSITION MANETTINO CONTROLLER The 5-position Manettino controller enables you to adjust your car's settings during a race. The 5 positions match action buttons 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17 on your racing wheel. The Manettino system comprises the following: - A rotary switch that you can move from one position to another - A pushbutton located beneath the switch 2 operating modes are available: - Manual mode - Automatic mode TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THE MANETTINO CONTROLLER, TEST IT (IN BOTH MANUAL & AUTOMATIC MODES) VIA THE RACING WHEEL'S CONTROL PANEL INTERFACE (i. The Game Controllers interface in Windows®) 7/12 MANETTINO IN MANUAL MODE (This mode is recommended and compatible with most simulation games) 1) Move the slider (7) to MM (Manual Manettino) This mode allows you to allocate any required features to the Manettino controller's 5 icons. In this mode, the required feature is performed when you press the pushbutton (and not when you turn the switch) after placing the switch on the relevant icon. 2) To program the required feature, access your game's options or controller management interface, then configure the Manettino controller with the required settings. 5 icons Programming examples and available settings Anti-lock braking: Deactivated / Low / High Stability Control: Deactivated / Low / High Driving assist: Deactivated / Low / Medium / High Traction and control system: Deactivated / Low / Medium / High Braking assist: Deactivated / Low / High When racing, to activate and adjust the required feature: - Place the switch on the relevant icon - Then, press the pushbutton once or several times 8/12 Many other configurations can be defined according to the features available in your game's options or controller management interface (e. Braking force distribution, tire pressure, selecting cockpit view or other more basic features). MANETTINO IN AUTOMATIC MODE (This setting is recommended for games preconfigured for your racing wheel's Manettino controller) Move the slider (7) to AM (Automatic Manettino) This mode is mainly intended for game developers, who can define preset features for each of the controller's 5 positions. In this mode, the programmed feature is activated as soon as you place the switch on the relevant icon. You can then use the pushbutton (while leaving the Manettino controller on the same icon) to repeat or adjust the feature. 9/12 TROUBLESHOOTING - The racing wheel and pedal set do not operate correctly, or calibration seems incorrect: Turn off your computer, disconnect your racing wheel entirely, reconnect all cables (using the power adapter and the pedal set), then restart your computer and launch your game again. If this fails to solve the problem, download the manual calibration software Thrustmaster Calibration Tool v 1. - The racing wheel moves on its own during gameplay: This is normal; it is caused by the automatic centering feature that is available in some games. To stop these movements, simply place your hands on the racing wheel or reduce the Force Feedback feature's intensity. - The racing wheel remains locked to one side (left or right) after I launch the game: This is normal in some games. The racing wheel will center automatically as soon as you have declared it as your racing wheel in your game's options management interface. [. . . ] ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION RECOMMENDATION 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. This is confirmed by the symbol found on the product, user manual or packaging. Depending on their characteristics, the materials may be recycled. Through recycling and other forms of processing Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, you can make a significant contribution towards helping to protect the environment. [. . . ]