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To get the most out of your CSL Elite Racing Wheel, 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. Plug & Play .......................................................................................................... 8-9
5. Preparation ......................................................................................................... 10-11
4.1 Package contents ........................................................................................ 10-11
6. Assembly ............................................................................................................. 12-18
6.1 Plan your conguration .............................................................................. 12
6.2 Mounting the CSL Elite Racing Wheel using the table clamp ................. 12-13
6.3 Hardmounting the CSL Elite Racing Wheel ............................................... 14
6.4 Attaching the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version) ......................... 15
6.5 Connections ................................................................................................. 16-17
6.7 Drilling Template .......................................................................................... 17
7. Functions & Features ......................................................................................... 19-32
7.1 Firmware and driver update ........................................................................ 19-27
7.2 Start-Up procedure ...................................................................................... 27-28
7.3 Tuning menu ................................................................................................. 28-31
7.4 Revolution Lights (RevLEDs) ..................................................................... 31-32
7.5 Cooling system ............................................................................................ 32
8. Electronic operation ........................................................................................... 33-35
8.1 Hotkeys ......................................................................................................... 33-35
9. Cleaning .............................................................................................................. 36
10. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 36-37
11. Serial number ..................................................................................................... 38
12. Trademarks ........................................................................................................ 38
13. Ecology Advice .................................................................................................. 39
14. FCC Compliance ................................................................................................ 39
15. Warranty ............................................................................................................. 40
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WARNING! Photosensitive Seizures
A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual im-
ages, including ashing 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.
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 qualied 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.
Let the wheel cool down for a few minutes before you continue.
• Excessive use may cause health risks. Take a break of 5 minutes every 20 minutes, and do not
drive for more than 2 hours per day.
• Utilization of the vibration and Force Feedback function may cause damage to your health.
• Not intended for children under the age of 6 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 CSL Elite Racing Wheel must be connected to an appropriate power source:
•
Use only the power supply and power cord that came with your CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
Replacements may only be issued from an authorized repair center.
• 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 CSL Elite Racing Wheel to sources of heat.
• When connecting and / or disconnecting any steering wheel to / from CSL Elite Racing Wheel
take care of the pins inside the quick release.
• Only use Fanatec
®
steering wheels with the CSL Elite Racing Wheel base.
• Do not try to use the CSL Elite Racing Wheel with an external power source different from the
power supply packaged with the CSL Elite Racing Wheel or received from authorized repair
center.
• Unplug the power cord of your CSL Elite Racing Wheel during storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
• If the CSL Elite Racing Wheel becomes damaged in any way, stop using it immediately and
contact Fanatec
®
Customer Support.
GENERAL
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GENERAL NOTES
•
PC is mandatory to perform rmware updates! We recommend to use always the latest rmware
but the CSL Elite Racing Wheel is fully workable out-of-box and compatible with existing
peripheral devices [per September 2017].
• All specications in this document are subject to change. The CSL Elite Racing Wheel rmware
and/or PC driver may be updated to implement new features or general improvements.
•
This product contains the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4TM version), all other Fanatec®
steering wheels which might be mentioned in this manual are not included within the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel package and sold separately. You can obtain them from the Fanatec webshop:
https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/
•
Additional peripheral devices like shifters, pedals, LED displays and others which
might be mentioned in this manual are not included within the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
package and are sold separately. You can obtain them from the Fanatec Webshop:
https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/
•
This manual discusses assembly, connections, and functions related to Fanatec® steering
wheels and other additional devices (e.g. PlayStation®4 and PC’s.) 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.
• Manufactured & distributed under license from Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
•
”PlayStation” and the “PS” Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Interactive
Entertainment Inc.
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INTRODUCTION
COMPATIBILITY
You have purchased an innovative product which will redene your driving experience on PlayStation®4. The CSL Elite Racing Wheel provides high steering
accuracy, strong force feedback, smooth belt drive operation and 1080°’s of
rotation angle.
The steering wheel also offers some innovations you’ve never seen before,
such as interchangeable button caps. The original PlayStation
®4 button caps
can be replaced with the included racing style button caps. The shifter paddles
offer a high quality haptic feedback/click. The dark grey leather rim grip with
the blue stitching provides a ne nish and comfortable feeling in the driver’s
hands.
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel (CSL E RW PS4) can be used with a wide range
of CSL and ClubSport series steering wheels. Preference will depend on your
personal driving style – it is simply your choice! Additional peripheral devices
from Fanatec
®
such as pedals, shifters and handbrake are fully compatible with
the CSL Elite Racing Wheel. You can obtain them from the Fanatec webshop:
https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel can be used on PlayStation
®4 and PC*.
IMPORTANT: We recommend to use always the latest rmware but
the CSL Elite Racing Wheel is fully workable out-of-box and compatible
with existing peripheral devices [per September 2017]. Therefore a PC is
mandatory! See chapter ‘Firmware and driver update’ for more details!
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*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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PLUG & PLAY
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This chapter shows just a quick plug & play guide and is not a replacement for
the chapters afterwards, we recommend to read the later chapters to achieve
the best user experience and get your probably upcoming questions answered.
Especially refer to chapter 10 ‘Troubleshooting’ to get quick help if needed.
Slide CSL Elite Steering Wheel onto
wheel base axle. Turn the steering wheel
top side down, insert the xation screw
and tighten the clamp mechanism.
Mount the table clamp to the base
bottom side and clamp the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel to your table.
Connect your peripheral devices to the corresponding port at the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel back side.
Also connect the PS4TM
system or your PC* to
the USB port and plug in
the power supply.
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Power on the CSL Elite Racing Wheel and wait until
calibration run is is completed.
Switch to the mode you want to use by pressing the
mode button:
• Blue indicates „PlayStation
®4 mode“
• Red indicates „PC* mode“
• Purple indicates „ClubSport Wheel Base V2
compatibility mode“
Mode
LED
For use on PS4TM systems please press the PS button at the beginning to
connect the wheel to the active user prole. The PlayStation®4 will display a
system notication on your screen.
Your setup is ready to use now. If you have difculties please check the follow-
ing chapters of this user manual, there are much more detailed descriptions for
each of the above steps.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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PREPARATION
4.1 Package contents
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CSL Elite Wheel Base (PS4TM version)
Table clamp screw with handle
Table clamp
Power supply
Power supply unit
USB connection cable with straight plug
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O-Ring (O1)
Allen key 5 mm
Fixation screw M6 x 18 mm
Black washers
Racing style button caps for
CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version)
PS4™ button caps for (optional)
ClubSport steering wheels
CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version)
Quick Guide
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ASSEMBLY
6.1 Plan your conguration
To operate the CSL Elite Racing Wheel plug your steering wheel onto the quick
release of the CSL Elite Wheel Base (PS4TM version) and get started. Connect
the CSL Elite Racing Wheel to your PlayStation®4 system or PC* by using the
USB cable.
Please check the ‘Connections’ chapter to see which kind of peripheral devices
must be connected to which socket at the CSL Elite Racing Wheel. All devices
have to be connected to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel before powering ON to
allow proper detection and operation.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
6.2 Mounting the CSL Elite Racing Wheel using the table clamp
Insert the threaded rod with handles into the table clamp.
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Turn the table clamp screw into the bottom
center of the CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
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Slide the CSL Elite Racing Wheel onto table plate until the limiter blocks stop sliding at edge of table, table
clamp has to be below table top.
Tighten the table clamp by turning the table clamp
screw. Ensure that the table clamp’s feet remain well
aligned with the bottom of the table plate.
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6.3 Hardmounting the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel offers a three-point hardmount location on the
bottom side of the CSL Elite Wheel Base (see the right hand side picture
below.) To hardmount the wheel base, rst disassemble the two blocks from
the bottom side with a 3mm Allen key (not included), see highlighted on the left
hand picture below:
IMPORTANT: Use only good quality M6 screws. Choose the screw
length so that the thread does not reach more than 16 mm into the wheel
base. Always use all three hardmount points, this allows a proper and
stable installation and avoids damage!
Table
max 16mm
X
To hardmount the CSL Elite Racing Wheel to a table or rig by screws please
nd the printable drilling template in the download area of our website
www.fanatec.com.
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Slide CSL Elite Steering Wheel
onto wheel base axle.
Turn the CSL Elite Steering
Wheel top side down to see the bottom side of the clamp ring to follow next
step below.
Push CSL Elite Wheel Base until the screw hole
matches with hole on CSL Elite Racing Wheel axle.
Align CSL Elite Wheel Base.
6.4 Attaching the CSL Elite Steering Wheel
Use clamp ring screw (M6 x 18mm at head)
and Allen key from box contents.
Turn in screw to x clamp ring mechanism, use only the
Allen key which comes with the CSL Elite Racing Wheel!
IMPORTANT: Tighten only by using the short lever of Allen key!
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IMPORTANT: Use only the connection cables which are packaged
with the peripheral devices! Peripheral devices are not included and sold
separately!
6.5 Connections
To connect additional peripheral devices like shifters,
pedals or handbrake to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
there is a row of connector sockets at the lower backside of the CSL Elite Racing Wheel:
6.5.1 USB
The USB port is used to connect the CSL Elite Racing Wheel to PlayStation®4
or other platforms*.
IMPORTANT: Use compatible USB cables (certied to comply with
USB 2.0 standard and with a straight plug) to avoid damage and/or
malfunction!
6.5.2 SHIFTER1
The SHIFTER1 port is used to connect H-pattern shifters to the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel (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 the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version) or any other Fanatec® steering
wheels by PC* driver settings (see chapter ‘PC* driver’ of this user manual).
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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6.5.3 SHIFTER2
The SHIFTER2 port is used to connect sequential shifters to the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel (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 at the CSL Elite Steering Wheel
(PS4TM version) 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!
6.5.4 PEDAL
The PEDAL port is used to connect pedals to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel (e.g.
the CSL Elite Pedals and CSL Elite Pedals LC.)
6.5.5 HANDBRAKE
The HANDBRAKE port is used to connect an analog handbrake device to the
CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
5.5.6 POWER
The POWER connector is used to connect the power supply to the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel.
IMPORTANT: Please use only the power supply and power cord that
came with your CSL Elite Racing Wheel. Replacements may only be
issued from an authorized repair center. See ‘Electrical Safety’ in Chapter
1 ‘General’ for more details!
6.7 Drilling Template
Please download and print the drilling template for hardmounting the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel from the download area of our website www.fanatec.com.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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The CSL Elite Racing Wheel supports a variety of different 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:
https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/
Here are some examples:
• ClubSport Steering Wheel Porsche 918 RSR
• ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula Carbon
• ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula Black
• 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: The ClubSport Static Shifter Paddles require to put the black
washers from the CSL Elite Racing Wheel box contents between wheel
base frontplate and the shifter baseplate.
For detailed information about the assembly of other peripheral devices
please read the corresponding user manual and/or quickguide.
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IMPORTANT: PC is mandatory to perform rmware updates!
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel rmware provides the wheel functionality, denes
the compatibility and handles the communication between the device to
PlayStation
®4 or PC* as well as to other peripheral devices like shifters and
pedals.
7.1 Firmware and driver update
The rmware and the PC* driver can be updated to newer versions from
Fanatec® (www.fanatec.com/support).
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel is fully workable out-of-box and compatible with
existing peripheral devices [per September 2017]. Nevertheless we recommend
to always use the latest rmware as these updates may include bug xes or
introduction of new features and compatibilities.
You also have to use the latest PC* driver version in order to use the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel on a PC*.
Run the downloaded le(s) and follow the instructions shown on the screen.
See more detailed description later in this user manual chapter.
7.1.1 PC* driver
The PC* driver is a very helpful tool as it
can assist the user to do functional tests,
adjustments and update procedure on the
CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
When you start the driver this window as
shown on the right hand side will appear
and show all connected USB devices:
Double-click the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
PlayStation
®4 to go ahead and see the
complete menu.
FUNCTIONS & FEATURES
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*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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The next appearing menu ‘function test’ will display the attached Fanatec®
Steering Wheel. In this example a CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4TM version) is
shown below:
This window provides a lot of diagnostic information and gives the option to test
the hardware and peripherals:
Indicator bar shows the current steering wheel
position, the upper box shows the position in
digits, the lower box shows the position as an
angle (positive and negative angle related to
the calibrated wheel center position).
The button ‘display test’ activates a signal ow on the LED display of the attached Fanatec
®
steering wheel and activates all LED display segments so you
can check if all LED display segments work properly.
The button ‘FFB test’ starts a force feedback test and activates the motor of the
CSL Elite Racing Wheel to check proper functionality.
The button ‘Wheel Base RevLEDs test’ starts a signal ow on the LED bar on
the upper frontside of the CSL Elite Wheel Base and activates them to test
proper functionality of each single LED.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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The button ‘Steering Wheel RevLEDs test’ starts a signal ow on the LED bar
on the steering wheel top side and activates them to test proper functionality
of each single LED. This is only available for steering wheels which have RevLEDs, refer to the product description of the used steering wheel. The CSL Elite
Steering Wheel has RevLEDs integrated in the rim center stripe.
The button ‘Vibration Test’ starts a vibration signal to activate the vibration
motors inside the Fanatec
®
steering wheels. This is only available for steering
wheels which have vibration motors inside, refer to the product description of
the used steering wheel. Not applicable for the CSL Elite Steering Wheel.
The three indicators ‘Clutch’, ‘Brake’ and ‘Throttle’ show the
current activation and position of these single pedals by a
blue bar moving up and down. Therefore the pedals must be
connected to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
Note: Every pedal lever must be pressed down completely to
auto-calibrate the lever movement distance each time when
power resumes.
The ‘D-pad’ arrows (up, down, left, right) change their
color from black to blue when the corresponding direction is
pressed on the attached Fanatec
®
steering wheel.
The ‘Rotary Encoder’ boxes ash blue when turning left or
right the FunkySwitch
TM
(clockwise or counter-clockwise).
Not applicable for the CSL Elite Steering Wheel.
The ‘2GS’ indicator shows the activation of the 2GS (two
gears shifter, sequential shifter, SQ) by lling the two little
squares with blue color, depending on activated shifting up or
shifting down. This can be for example the ClubSport Static
Shifter Paddles or the ClubSport Shifter SQ in sequential
mode if these are not mapped to the steering wheel shifter
paddles.
The ‘H-pattern’ indicator shows the activation of the 6GS, 7GS
or 8GS (six gears shifter, seven gears shifter or eight gears
shifter) by lling the little squares with blue color, depending
on activated shifting position. This can be for example the
ClubSport Shifter or ClubSport Shifter SQ. Therefore, the H-pattern shifter
must be calibrated. See chapter ‘Hotkeys’
‘Shifter calibration mode’ for more
details
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The biggest area in this window is the upper right section of this view. There
is shown a scheme of the attached Fanatec® steering wheel with all buttons. If
you press one of the buttons on the attached steering wheel the corresponding
button will be highlighted with a blue spot as long as the button is physically
activated. Please note that this view is depending on the attached Fanatec®
steering wheel. See example picture for the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4TM
version) on the right hand below:
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
If you go to the PC* driver page ‘Settings’ you will see this window:
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There are two different slider bars in the section ‘Steering wheel’:
The upper bar ‘Wheel angle’ can adjust the maximum turning angle of the CSL
Elite Racing Wheel, so the functionality is identical with the option ‘SEN’ in tuning menu (see chapter ‘Tuning Menu’ of this manual for more detailed information). Please note that in tuning menu the value for ‘SEN’ must be set to ‘OFF/
Aut’ to allow the PC* driver to take the control. If in tuning menu ‘SEN’ is set to
any other value than ‘OFF/Aut’ the value set in tuning menu is applied and valid
and the PC* driver has no inuence.
The lower bar ‘Dampering strength’ is an additional ne tuning possibility for the
tuning menu option ‘DPR’ (see chapter ‘Tuning Menu’ of this manual for more
detailed information).
In section ‘Pedals’ there is only the one checkbox called ‘Combined pedals’. Activate this checkbox if the game or software uses only one input (I/O) for brake
and throttle pedal signals (negative signal for brake, positive signal for throttle).
This might solve problems especially with older games.
In section ‘Gear shifts’ there is only one checkbox called ‘Map sequential shifter to the shifter paddles’. Usually shifters connected to the SHIFTER2 port
are mapped to different inputs (I/Os) than the shifter paddles at the Fanatec
®
steering wheels. If you want to change the mapping so that the used inputs for
these shifters are identically mapped as for the Fanatec® steering wheel shifter
paddles activate this checkbox.
If you go to the PC* driver page ‘Update’ you will see this window:
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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In this window you can see the following informations:
• Currently installed and used PC* driver version
•
Currently installed and used rmware version on the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel
• Quick link to the Fanatec
®
homepage www.fanatec.com
Below the shown information there is the button ‘Update CSL E WB PS4
Firmware’. When pressing this button the rmware update process for the CSL
Elite Racing Wheel will be started (see more detailed description in chapter
‘Firmware update procedure’ below in this user manual).
7.1.2 Firmware update procedure
To initiate the rmware update the CSL Elite Racing Wheel rst has to be be
connected to the PC* by USB cable and then it has to be switched to Bootloader mode. You can switch to Bootloader mode in two different ways:
• by PC* driver, on page ‘Update’ press the button ‘Update CSL E WB PS4
Firmware’ when the CSL Elite Racing Wheel is switched ON, see previous
chapter ‘PC* driver’
• by pressing the ON/OFF button “
”
on the front plate of the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel for about 8 seconds when the CSL Elite Racing Wheel is
switched OFF.
When the Bootloader mode is active the
LED above the ON/OFF button “
”
will
be ashing blue. The cooling fan will also
switch off. On the PC* screen this window
will appear automatically as shown on
the right hand side:
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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Click on the upper button ‘Start rmware updater’.
Then a new window will appear as
shown on the right hand side:
Connect to your CSL Elite Racing
Wheel by pressing the button ‘Connect’.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
When the Wheel Base Updater is
connected to the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel the buttons ‘Load Hex File’
and ‘Flash Firmware’ are available as
shown on the right hand side:
Use button ‘Load Hex File’ to browse
and select the wanted rmware le
(.hex). Usually the latest available
rmware found is already pre-selected and this step can be skipped.
When the pre-selected rmware le
(.hex) is ok or the wanted rmware
le (.hex) is chosen press button
‘Flash Firmware’ to execute the rm-
ware update.
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The rmware update is proceeding.
You can see the progress bar becoming green as shown on the right hand
side:
When the update is done the CSL
Elite Racing Wheel will restart
automatically after rmware update is
completely nished as shown on the
right hand side:
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel switches
off and automatically on again and
then will execute the calibration run.
IMPORTANT: Do not touch the
attached steering wheel while the
CSL Elite Racing Wheel restarts
and performs the initial calibration
run to avoid injuries and/or
miscalibration!
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IMPORTANT: Software measures protect the product from installation
of wrong rmwares on the device! Do not try to force installation of any
wrong rmware to the product to avoid damages.
IMPORTANT: After rmware update the center position of the CSL
Elite Racing Wheel has to be manually calibrated again. This is also indicated by the LED display of the steering wheel showing ‘CAL’. This
appearance will be gone after manual calibration of the wheel center. See
chapter ‘Hotkeys’
‘Wheel center calibration’ for more details.
IMPORTANT: After rmware update the H-pattern shifters connected
to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel has to be manually calibrated again. See
chapter ‘Hotkeys’
‘Shifter calibration mode’ for more details.
7.2 Start-Up procedure
ATTENTION: When initialization and auto calibration of the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel is in progress never touch the attached steering wheel in
order to avoid injuries or incorrect calibration!
• Step1: Press the ON/OFF button “
”
at the front plate of
the CSL Elite Racing Wheel, marked in the picture on the
right hand side:
•
Step2: The fans start working, the LED above the ON/OFF
Button “
”
is lit red.
•
Step3: The CSL Elite Racing Wheel starts turning to the right side
(clockwise) until mechanical limit is reached. Then it runs back to the the
left side (counter clockwise) and stops…
▪ at the center position (0°) if wheel center was manually calibrated
before. Note: If SPR is set to low values or ‘000’ the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel will stop in a different position after calibration run.
▪
at about -60° on the left hand side if wheel center was not yet
calibrated (e.g. after rmware update; see description above in
this chapter).
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•
Step4: The currently installed rmware version is shown on the LED
display of the Fanatec® steering wheel for a moment as shown on the
picture on the right hand side:
• Step5: If the wheel center was not yet calibrated ‘CAL’ will
blink on the LED display of the steering wheel as shown
on the picture on the right hand side:
▪ Proceed with a manual wheel center calibration as
described in chapter ‘Hotkeys’ of this manual.
▪ The CSL Elite Racing Wheel is ready to use after
manual wheel center calibration.
•
Step6: Your CSL Elite Racing Wheel is ready to use. If
the wheel center was previously calibrated, step 5 can
be skipped and the CSL Elite Racing Wheel is ready to use immediately.
If you use a H-pattern shifter the wheel base rmware will request to
calibrate the gears automatically now. Refer to chapter ‘Shifter calibration
mode later in this user manual’.
7.3 Tuning menu
Activate the tuning menu by pressing the tuning menu button (see the
‘Hotkeys’ chapter of this user manual). The menu will be shown on the tuning
display of the Fanatec® steering wheels. To navigate through the tuning menu,
use the directional stick of the Fanatec® steering wheel.
Note: Tuning functions are subject to change and may be altered in future
rmware versions.
7.3.1 S_1 … S_5 (Setups)
Setups range: S_1 ... S_5 Setups default: S_1
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel provides ve different setups to store your adjusted
values independent from each other. To change which setup is active, move the
directional stick of the Fanatec® steering wheel in the up or down direction.
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7.3.2 SEN (Sensitivity)
SEN range: 009 … 108 Aut SEN default: Aut
The sensitivity denes the steering angle. If SEN is set to 009 the steering
wheel can only be turned 90° (45° to left and 45° to right side direction from calibrated center position). If SEN is set to 108 the steering wheel can be turned
the mechanical maximum way of 1080° (540° to left and 540° to right side direction from calibrated center position). If SEN is set to OFF/Aut the sensitivity
is controlled by the PC* driver (see chapter PC* driver for more details) or even
some games support this feature.
7.3.3 FF (Force Feedback)
FF range: OFF 001 … 100 FF default: 100
The Force Feedback denes the maximum strength of the motor when force
feedback effects from software / games are sent to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
If FF is set to OFF, there will be no force feedback effect executed by the CSL
Elite Racing Wheel motor. If FF is set to 001, the motor will execute only 1% of
the maximum motor power. If FF is set to 100, the motor will execute 100% of
the maximum motor power. It is recommended to leave this setting at 100 and
turn down the in-game setting in case you have force feedback clipping.
7.3.4 SHO (Shock)
SHO range: OFF 010 ... 100 SHO default: 100
The strength of the shock / vibration motors inside the Fanatec
®
steering wheel
can be adjusted from 100% to 0%. These vibration motors can be used by a
game directly (Fanatec
®
SDK) or by the ABS function.
Note: The CSL Elite Steering Wheel has no vibration motors.
7.3.5 ABS
ABS range: 000 … 100 OFF ABS default: OFF
This feature gives you a direct feedback based on your brake inputs. If you set
the value to 100 the vibration will start as soon as you give 100% brake input
to the game. If you set it to 95% the vibration will start if you push the brake to
95% or more. The ABS feature uses the vibration within your wheel rim (can be
turned off by setting SHO to “0”) AND the vibration motor on a CSP (V2 or V3)
pedal set if it is connected directly to the wheel - not individually by USB. ABS
can also be simulated dynamically by the game if the developer makes use of
the Fanatec® SDK.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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7.3.6 DRI (Drift mode)
DRI range: -05 ... -01 OFF 001 … 005 DRI default: -05
The drift mode reduces overall resistance of the wheel and lets you turn the
wheel more easily. It almost works like power steering. It reduces the basic
dampening of the wheel in the range of -05 to -01 and makes the wheel turn
faster in the range of 001 to 005. If the value is set to values beyond -05 (or if the
games FFB interferes with this feature) you might experience some oscillation.
If that happens - reduce the value or turn DRI “-05”.
“-05” to “-01” is a damper effect (natural damper), “OFF” is without damper
effect and “001” or higher values are with motor assistance to accelerate the
steering wheel.
7.3.7 FOR (force), SPR (spring), DPR (damper)
FOR range: OFF 010 … 120 FOR default: 100 (%)
SPR range: OFF
010 … 120 SPR default: 100 (%)
DPR range: OFF
010 … 120 DPR default: 100 (%)
These force feedback modiers give you the ability to change the force feed-
back signals of a game (only applicable if game uses these effects). In theory
there are three types of signals which a game can send: Force (pushes the
wheel into a special direction), spring (pulls the wheel towards the dynamic
center) and damper (creates friction). Not every game uses all types of effects
and some games even use only one type to create all different feelings. Using
your tuning menu in the CSL Elite Racing Wheel you can increase or reduce
these different effects individually.
Note: If SPR is set to low values or ‘OFF’ the CSL Elite Racing Wheel will not
be able to move the attached steering wheel to correct center position after
calibration run.
IMPORTANT: Only set these values higher than 100% if the force feed-
back effects are clearly not strong enough and weaker in comparison to
other games. When the game sends full effects and the wheel is set to
100% then the device will work on its power limit. Pushing up one value
to a very high number or even raising multiple values will result in higher
load on the motor and increased heat development.
For further information check the FAQ section on our website
www.fanatec.com/support.
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7.3.8 FEI (Force Effect Intensity)
FEI range: OFF … 100 FEI default: 050
This parameter adjusts the intensity of force effects and can make effects more
smooth: OFF is very smooth and low noise while 100 is very sharp and direct.
Tuning this parameter can improve the feeling of the wheel depending on the
game. This can be helpful to reduce the noise level especially for bases assembled to tables or rigs.
7.3.9 BRF (brake force)
BRF range: OFF 010 … 100 BRF default: 050
BRF allows to adjust the brake feeling: Increasing BRF to 100 means the user
needs to press the brake with minimum force to achieve 100% brake signal.
Reducing BRF to OFF means the user needs to press the brake only with maximum force to achieve 100% brake signal.
You can either check the brake signal level on the PC* driver or you can see it
on the RevLEDs of the CSL Elite Racing Wheel and/or the attached steering
wheel (depending on steering wheel type).
NOTE: BRF is only available when a supported pedal set is connect-
ed to wheel base’s PEDAL port. Please read the description and/or manuals of your pedals to verify if the BRF feature is supported.
7.4 Revolution Lights (RevLEDs)
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel offers the RevLEDs
feature integrated directly into the wheel base.
This RevLEDs are usually mirrored with the RevLEDs of the steering wheel. Games supporting
the steering wheel RevLEDs by default will also support the wheel base RevLEDs.
Further, if games make use of it, the RevLEDs of the wheel base can indicate
a different meaning than the Steering Wheel RevLEDs. Example: Wheel Base
RevLEDs show the fuel level while the steering wheel RevLEDs indicate the
revolutions of the virtual car’s engine and push the driver to shift up at the best
moment.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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Beyond this in-game feature, the RevLEDs are also a helpful indicator in case
of any unexpected behaviour: While the wheel calibration runs after power ON
is proceeding, the RevLEDs of the wheel base show the current status. For
example, if no steering wheel is attached or is attached but cannot be detected
and identied, the three blue RevLEDs will not be lit.
After calibration run is completed the RevLEDs turn off automatically and the
game or software takes control.
7.5 Cooling system
To avoid damage to the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
there is an effective cooling system integrated to
the hardware and the rmware.
7.5.1 Hardware measures
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel has a fan inside which carries out the hot air from
the inside of the CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
Make sure that there is nothing blocking the air intake at the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel back side.
7.5.2 Automatic fans adjustment
The rmware provides different stages of fan control which are clearly dened
after intensive testing in a R&D lab.
When switching ON, the CSL Elite Racing Wheel fan operates at maximum
speed until calibration run is completed.
The operation speed of the fan is adjusted according to the currently detected
temperature of the motor inside the CSL Elite Racing Wheel and could even
stop, depending on your rmware version.
The temperature control and fan behaviour is subject to change by rmware
updates.
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ELECTRICAL OPERATION
8.1 Hotkeys
8.1.1 Tuning menu
To enter the tuning menu, use the tuning menu button (usually the button with the wrench symbol or the
small black button close to the LED display of your
Fanatec® steering wheel; see corresponding quick
guide of your Fanatec® steering wheel). The picture
shows the tuning menu button of the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4TM version) as an example:
8.1.2 Restore original tuning menu settings
To restore the original tuning menu settings, open the tuning menu. S_1 will be
shown on the tuning display. Then press and hold the tuning menu button for
about ve seconds until ‘rSt’ is displayed.
8.1.3 Wheel center calibration
If a center calibration is needed (e.g. after updating the
rmware of the CSL Elite Racing Wheel) rst you need
to enter the tuning menu as described above.
When you use the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version) you must press the buttons
+ at the
same time.
When you use a Fanatec
®
steering wheel from the
ClubSport Series you must press the left and right stick at the same time.
Please see corresponding quick guide of the Fanatec® steering wheel you use
at the CSL Elite Racing Wheel (PS4TM version).
ATTENTION: When initialization and auto calibration of the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel is in progress never touch the attached steering wheel in
order to avoid injuries or incorrect calibration!
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8.1.4 Switching modes
The CSL Elite Racing Wheel will start in “PlayStation®4 Mode” by default. To
switch to other modes press the ‘Mode’ button once. The LED above the “
”
button will indicate the current operation mode (more colors can be shown with
other compatible platforms):
• Blue indicates „PlayStation
®4 mode“
• Red indicates „PC* mode“
• Purple indicates „ClubSport Wheel Base V2 compatibility mode“
NOTE: Once the mode was changed manually the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel will remember the last active mode and will boot in the same mode
next time. Exception: After rmware update was done.
8.1.5 Shifter calibration mode
To enter the H-pattern shifter calibration
mode press buttons
+ of the CSL Elite
Steering Wheel (PS4TM version) at the same
time while H-pattern shifter is connected, see
picture on the right hand side:
For other Fanatec
®
steering wheels please
refer to the corresponding quick guide for
more detailed information.
NOTE: After rmware update the CSL Elite Racing Wheel will request
the shifter calibration automatically as soon as a non-calibrated H-pattern
shifter is connected and detected. The menu will guide you through the
calibration steps as described next below.
*PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
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Put the H-pattern shifter’s lever into the position shown on the LED display and
acknowledge each single position by pressing
/ START (10) to get to the
next one.
The following pictures show the instructions on the LED display of the CSL Elite
Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version) but are similar on the other Fanatec® steering
wheels:
................neutral position
.......................... rear
....................... 1st gear
.......................2nd gear
....................... 3rd gear
....................... 4th gear
....................... 5th gear
....................... 6th gear
....................... 7th gear
If your shifter has no 7th gear just acknowledge it by pressing
/ START (10)
when the shifter lever is physically in position of 6th gear. After all gears are
calibrated the LED display shows S_1 and the shifter is ready for use.
NOTE: If you did not intend to enter the shifter calibration mode simply complete the calibration process either without a connected shifter or
without moving the shifter lever. You may then leave the shifter calibration mode at the end of the process. This has no impact on the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel original calibration itself and you can go ahead without a
shifter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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The CSL Elite Racing Wheel must not be modied differently than described
in this manual. Endor® AG expressly prohibits analysis and utilization of the
electronics, hardware, software and rmware contained in the controller. In
case difculties occur in connection with utilization of the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel, please use the following guide for elimination of errors. On the website
www.fanatec.com/support you will nd further details and contact data.
If the CSL Elite Racing Wheel is not working properly:
Problem description Solution
After rmware update of the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel the steering wheel is not properly
centered.
After doing a rmware update on the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel the wheel center position must be
manually calibrated. See chapter ‘CSL Racing
Wheel Functions’ ‘Firmware and driver update’
of this manual for more details.
After rmware update of the CSL Elite Racing
Wheel the H-pattern shifter is not working
properly.
After doing a rmware update on the CSL Elite
Racing Wheel the H-pattern shifter must be manually calibrated. See chapter ‘CSL Elite Racing
Wheel Functions’
‘Firmware and driver update’
of this manual for more details.
The driver window does not show the attached
steering wheel.
Make sure that you have updated your CSL Elite
Racing Wheel to the latest rmware version
which can be downloaded from
www.fanatec.com/ support.
Check the pins inside the quick release of
the steering wheel, these must not be bent or
damaged.
Try to use another steering wheel. If this is also
not detected the CSL Elite Racing Wheel might
be damaged.
Clean only with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Using cleaning solutions may
damage your CSL Elite Racing Wheel.
CLEANING
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Problem description Solution
The tuning display does not show anything or is
not working properly.
Try to use another steering wheel. If this is also
not working properly the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
might be damaged.
Check the pins inside the quick release of the
steering wheel, these must not be bent or damaged.
After switching on the CSL Elite Racing Wheel the
auto calibration is not working properly.
Make sure that you have updated your CSL Elite
Racing Wheel to the latest rmware version which
can be downloaded from www.fanatec.com/support.
After playing a while the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
seems to become weaker or is fading.
When the motor temperature is close to the upper
limit the tuning menu values will be overwritten to
regular maximum values (not higher than 100 %).
Additionally, the motor power level is controlled by
rmware so that the FFB strength may fade in this
high temperature range but the motor will not be
damaged. This allows extending the duration of
driving before the motor has to completely stop
operating to calm down.
Let your CSL Elite Racing Wheel calm down before continue using it.
After playing a while the CSL Elite Racing Wheel
motor has switched OFF.
When the temperature is exceeding the upper limit the motor will be deactivated for a while until the
temperature is low enough (to protect the hardware from damages).
Let your CSL Elite Racing Wheel calm down before continue using it. Contact our customer support if this happens consecutively.
Fan is always working in full speed even though
the CSL Elite Racing Wheel was just powered ON
and did not heat up due to driving yet.
In case of malfunctioning temperature sensor
the fans will work at maximum speed to protect
the hardware from overheat. Please contact our
customer support. Note: The room temperature
should be above 20°C.
After calibration run at startup of CSL Elite Racing
Wheel the attached steering wheel doesn’t go to
correct center position.
Please check your tuning menu settings, the value
for SPR (spring) must be higher than ‘000’ as this
effect is required to make correct centring. Default value is ‘100’.
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TRADEMARKS
SERIAL NUMBER
12
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“PlayStation” and the “PS” Family logo are registered trademarks of
Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.
“Fanatec
®
” and “Endor®” are registered trademarks of Endor® AG/Germany. All
rights reserved.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Before contacting the Fanatec
®
Customer Support please note the serial num-
ber of your CSL Elite Racing Wheel:
• CSL Elite Wheel Base (PS4
TM
version): ……………...….....…………....
• CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version): …………...….....…………...
You can nd the serial number on a sticker on the bottom side of your CSL
Elite Wheel Base (PS4
TM
version) and of your CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4TM
version) on sticker on the backside of the lower stroke of the steering wheel.
The serial number of the CSL Elite Wheel Base (PS4
TM
version) starts with let-
ters ‘PV’ and has additional 8 numbers, for example: PV12704023.
The serial number of the CSL Elite Steering Wheel (PS4
TM
version) starts with
letters ‘NG’ and has additional 8 numbers, for example: NG10703012
This product is under warranty of Endor AG, Seligenthaler Straße 16a,
84034 Landshut, Germany, US/CAN Support Telephone: +1 4243438129,
Email: info.webshop@fanatec.com.
Refer also to the terms & conditions of Endor AG on
https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/terms-and-conditions-us.html.
Please send Fanatec product returns to this address:
Fanatec Service Center
c/o Ronay McClay
14221 Artesia Blvd
La Mirada, CA 90638
USA
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ECOLOGY ADVICE
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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.
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 signicant
contribution towards helping to protect the environment.
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.
Retain this information. Colors and decorations may vary.
FCC COMPLIANCE
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. The operation
of this device is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
•
This device was not modied different than described explicitly in this
user manual.
Note: This device was tested and approved to the limitations for class B of
digital devices according to part 15 of the FCC rules. This limitations should ensure an adequate protection against harming interferences in residental areas.
However, a warranty for not-occuring of interferences is not assumed.
Do not modify the device different than described explicitly in this user manual.
Nevertheless, if you do modications different from the described in this manual
you can be determined to stop the operation of the device.
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WARRANTY
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Please check the FAQ database at www.fanatec.com/support to see if your
problem can be solved there. The warranty period is one year.
1) Endor
®
AG grants for the hardware product – as extension of shorter national warranty regulations, if applicable a one- year warranty for material and
manufacturing defects. The warranty does not include defects that are due to
commercial use of the product and/or normal wear and tear and/or damaging
by third parties and/or improper utilization or treatment and/or utilization of the
product contrary + to the operating and maintenance instructions and/or not intended installation and/or non-compliance with the local safety standards and/
or the results of an intervention by a third party or a not authorized opening of
the device including any measures for modication, adjustment and/or adaptation measures (also in case of professional execution). Warranty applies as
of the date of purchase when the nal customer purchased the product, and is
exclusively limited to the rights as of 2), as far as this does not limit any further
legal warranty claims on the basis of various national laws. Warranty is subject
to return of the defective product with carriage paid, within the warranty period,
including the original receipt that must include date of purchase as well as the
company stamp/company print of the rst dealer.
2) The warranty covers – at the choice of Endor
®
AG – either repair free-ofcharge or replacement of the device or components of the device. With defects
that are not covered by the warranty and/or that are excluded from warranty
(see above), possibilities for repair are to be requested with the local customer
service or the local dealer. As far as permitted by law, any further liability - with
the exception of intent and gross negligence – is excluded for any indirect or
direct damages and consequential damages, regardless of whatsoever basis
of claim.
This applies in particular to damages with other property, damages to persons,
data losses as well as nancial losses like loss of prot as well as transport
damages in connection with returns to Endor
®
AG. As far as liability limitations
are not legally allowed or effective in certain states or certain regions, the limitations are to be effective to such extent that exclusions of liability.
Fanatec® is a registered trademark of Endor AG
Designed and developed by Endor AG in Germany
Seligenthaler Straße 16 a - 84034 Landshut - Germany
US/CAN Telephone: +1 (866) 292-6226
Email: info.webshop@fanatec.com
Internet: www.fanatec.com - www.endor.ag
Manufactured & distributed under license by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
09/2017
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