Thrustmaster TH8A User Manual [nl]

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A Removable gear shift knob

E 2.5 mm Allen key (included)

F Cable and DIN connector

PlayStation®3 – PlayStation®4 – Xbox One – PC

User Manual

TECHNICAL FEATURES

(not installed by default)
B Stick
C Adjustable “H-pattern (7+1)” shift plate

(installed by default)

D Adjustable “Sequential (+/-)” shift plate
(not installed by default)

G Internal tensioning screw
H Adjustable clamping system
I “Screw threads” for cockpit mounting

DIN / USB Detachable DIN / USB cable
DIN / DIN Detachable DIN / DIN cable

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WARNING

Before using this product, be sure to read through this manual carefully. Retain this manual for
future reference.

Warning – Electric shock

* Keep this product in a dry place, and do not expose it to dust or sunlight.
* Respect the direction of insertion for connectors.
* Do not twist or pull on the connectors and cables.
* Do not spill liquid on the product or its connector.
* Do not short-circuit the product.
* Do not dismantle this product (apart from for the possible adjustments described in this manual),
do not attempt to burn the product and do not expose the product to high temperatures.

Warning – Injuries due to repetitive movements

Playing with a shifter may result in muscle and joint pains. To avoid any problems:
* Avoid playing for extended periods of time.
* Take a 10 to 15 minute break after each hour of playing.
* Should you experience fatigue or pain in your hands, wrists or arms, stop playing and rest for a
few hours before starting to play again.
* If the symptoms or pains described above persist when you resume playing, stop playing and
consult your doctor.
* Verify that the base of the shifter is properly mounted, as described in the instructions found in this
manual.

Warning – Pinching risk in shift plate openings

* Keep out of the reach of children.
* When playing a game, never place your fingers (or any other parts of your body) in the openings in
the shift plates.

NEVER

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TIGHTEN

UNTIGHTEN

TIGHTEN

UNTIGHTEN

INSTALLING THE GEAR SHIFT KNOB

1. To screw the gear shift knob (A) onto its stick (B): turn the gear shift knob clockwise.

2. To unscrew the gear shift knob: turn the knob counterclockwise.

MOUNTING THE SHIFTER

Mounting is optimized for any type of support:

- Tables, desks or shelves from 1 to 55 mm in thickness, via the clamping system (H).

- Cockpits, via the built-in “screw threads” (the clamping system is removable).

Mounting the shifter on a table or desk

1. Place the nose of the shifter on a table or other flat surface.

2. To tighten: turn the clamping wheel counterclockwise.

3. To untighten: turn the clamping wheel clockwise.

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Positioning and rotating the clamping system (can be adjusted by 360°)

1. Using the included 2.5 mm Allen key (E), very slightly unscrew the 3 screws holding the

clamping system (H) in place.

The clamping system (and therefore the entire shifter) can now be rotated manually by 360°.

2. Select your preferred position along the 360° of rotation (3 examples are shown below, among

the many other possibilities available).

Next, retighten the 3 screws holding the clamping system in place.

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Mounting the shifter in a cockpit

1. Using the included 2.5 mm Allen key (E), completely unscrew and remove the 3 screws

holding the clamping system (H) in place. Detach the clamping system from the shifter.

2. Once the clamping system has been removed, screw 2 “M6” screws (not included) into the

cockpit shelf, and into 2 of the 4 small “screw threads” (I) located on the underside of the shifter's
nose.

Be sure not to use “M6” screws that are too long, which may pierce

and damage the upper part of the shifter’s nose.

A shifter mounting template for cockpits is available at

http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select

Manual.

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POSITIONING AND ROTATING THE SHIFT PLATES (CAN BE ADJUSTED
BY 360°)

1. Using the included 2.5 mm Allen key (E), slightly unscrew the 4 screws holding the shift plate

(C or D) in place.

The shift plate can now be rotated manually by 360°.

2. Select your preferred position along the 360° of rotation (3 examples are shown below, among

the many other possibilities available).

3. Retighten the 4 screws holding the shift plate in place.

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SWITCHING FROM THE “H-PATTERN (7+1)” SHIFT PLATE
TO THE “SEQUENTIAL (+/-)” SHIFT PLATE

1. Unscrew (counterclockwise) and remove the gear shift knob (A).

2. Using the included 2.5 mm Allen key (E), completely unscrew and remove the 4 screws

holding the “H-pattern (7+1)” shift plate in place. Remove the shift plate.

During this procedure, take care not to accidentally let

any of the screws fall inside the internal mechanism.

3. Manually rotate the internal structure 90° to the right (clockwise).

Next, install the “Sequential (+/-)” shift plate.

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4. Using the included 2.5 mm Allen key (E), replace and completely retighten the 4 screws holding

the “Sequential (+/-)” shift plate in place. Screw the gear shift knob back on (clockwise).

Carry out this procedure in reverse to replace the “H-pattern (7+ 1)” shift plate.

Notes regarding the internal structure's top cover:

J: 4 “screw threads” to attach the shift plates (C or D).

K: 2 screws which hold the internal structure in place (do not unscrew).

L: Button which automatically detects the type of shift plate used (C or D). Is pressed automatically

when the “Sequential (+/-)” shift plate is installed. Keep this area clean in order to avoid any
detection problems.

M: Slot for easier positioning of the shift plates.

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INCREASING THE RESISTANCE

DECREASING THE RESISTANCE

ADJUSTING THE GEAR SHIFT RESISTANCE

* Only applies to the “H-pattern (7+1)” shift plate.
* Before making any adjustments, the “H-pattern (7+1)” shift plate must be installed in

its original position (please see the diagram below).

1. Using a large flat head screwdriver, place the screwdriver in the head of the internal tensioning

screw (G) located in the lower left section of the shifter’s housing.

2. To slightly increase the resistance: turn the screw clockwise.

3. To slightly decrease the resistance: turn the screw counterclockwise.

2 full turns are enough to go from one extreme to the other.

To avoid damaging the system:

- Stop tightening the screw when you feel strong resistance.

- Stop untightening the screw if the stick becomes loose and wobbly.

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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS FOR GAME CONSOLES

PLAYSTATION®3

= With all games for PS3™, always connect(*) the TH8A shifter directly
to one of the PS3™'s USB ports (NOT to the Thrustmaster racing
wheel's base).

- Connect the TH8A shifter's DIN connector to the DIN / USB cable.

- Connect the TH8A shifter to one of your PS3™'s USB ports.

- Start the game.

The TH8A shifter can then operate with either the H-PATTERN (7+1) or SEQUENTIAL (+/-)
shift plates.

(*) Important recommendations for the PS3™ system (applicable only if
using a Thrustmaster racing wheel featuring a built-in shifter connector)

- When using the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, you can also connect the
shifter at the back of the racing wheel using the detachable DIN / DIN cable. The TH8A shifter

is then connected to the racing wheel's UP (= R1) and DOWN (= L1) paddle shifters.
With this racing wheel, the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+ /-) shift plate functions with 100% of
racing games PS3™ that are compatible with the racing wheel.

- Some games enable you to use two TH8A shifters simultaneously:

One TH8A shifter with an H-PATTERN (7+1) shift plate, connected to the PS3™'s USB port™

+ One TH8A shifter with a SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, connected to the back of the racing wheel

* A list of games for PS3™ that are compatible with the TH8A shifter is available here:

http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select
Games settings. This list is updated regularly.

* On PS3™ systems, we recommend that you do not use a USB hub when connecting
the racing wheel or TH8A shifter to the games console; connect the device directly to
the PS3™'s USB ports.

* Some games require that you install the latest available updates for the TH8A shifter
to function correctly (your games console must be connected to the internet).

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PLAYSTATION®4

According to the PS4™ game or the racing wheel that you are using:
= Connect(*) the TH8A shifter directly to the PS4™'s USB port

- Connect the TH8A shifter's DIN connector to the DIN / USB cable.

- Connect the TH8A shifter to one of your PS4™'s USB ports.

- Start the game.

The TH8A shifter can then operate with either the H-PATTERN (7+1) or SEQUENTIAL (+/-)
shift plates.

Or
= Connect(*) the TH8A shifter directly to the Thrustmaster racing

wheel's base

(only applicable if your Thrustmaster racing wheel features a built-in shifter
connector)

- Connect the TH8A shifter's DIN connector to the DIN / DIN detachable cable.

- Connect the TH8A shifter to the shifter connector located at the back of the racing wheel's base.

- Connect your racing wheel, then start the game.

The TH8A shifter can then operate with either the H-PATTERN (7+1) or SEQUENTIAL (+/-)
shift plates.

(*) Important recommendations for the PS4™ system (applicable only if
using a Thrustmaster racing wheel featuring a built-in shifter connector)

- When using the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, you can also connect the
shifter at the back of the racing wheel using the detachable DIN / DIN cable. The TH8A shifter

is then connected to the racing wheel's UP (= R1) and DOWN (= L1) paddle shifters.
With this racing wheel, the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+ /-) shift plate functions with 100% of
racing games for PS4™ that are compatible with the racing wheel.

- Some games enable you to use two TH8A shifters simultaneously:

One TH8A shifter with an H-PATTERN (7+1) shift plate, connected to the PS4's USB port™

+ One TH8A shifter with a SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, connected to the back of the racing wheel

* A list of games for PS4™ that are compatible with the TH8A shifter and the relevant

connection instructions(*) (which vary according to games) are available here:
http://support.thrustmaster.com Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select
Games settings. This list is updated regularly.

* On PS4™ systems, we recommend that you do not use a USB hub when connecting
the racing wheel or the TH8A shifter; connect the device directly to the PS4™'s USB
ports.

* Some games require that you install the latest available updates for the TH8A shifter
to function correctly (your games console must be connected to the internet).

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XBOX ONE

= With all Xbox One games, always connect the TH8A shifter directly to
the Thrustmaster racing wheel's base (NEVER to the game console's
USB port).

- Connect the TH8A shifter's DIN connector to the DIN / DIN detachable cable.

- Connect the TH8A shifter to the shifter connector located at the back of the racing wheel's base. ­Connect your racing wheel, then start the game.

The TH8A shifter can then operate with either the H-PATTERN (7+1) or SEQUENTIAL (+/-)
shift plates.

Important note about the Xbox One:

When using the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, the shifter is connected to the racing
wheel's UP (= RB) and DOWN (= LB) paddle shifters.

When using the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+ /-) shift plate, the TH8A shifter functions with
100% of racing games for Xbox One that are compatible with the Thrustmaster racing wheel
for Xbox One.

* A list of games for Xbox One that are compatible with the TH8A shifter is available

here:
http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select
Games settings. This list is updated regularly.

* Some games require that you install the latest available updates for the TH8A shifter
to function correctly (your games console must be connected to the internet).

To ensure compatibility of your Thrustmaster racing wheel for Xbox One with the
TH8A shifter, you may be required to update the racing wheel's firmware with the
latest version available via PC here: http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click
Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select Firmware.

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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS FOR PC

= With all PC games(*), always connect the TH8A shifter directly to one
of the PC's USB ports.

- Connect the TH8A shifter's DIN connector to the DIN / USB cable.

- Connect the TH8A shifter to one of your PC's USB ports.

- When connected to a PC, the TH8A shifter is a Plug & Play device and is automatically detected
and installed.

- The device then appears as 'T500 RS Gear Shift' in the Windows® Control Panel.

- Click Properties to test and view the device's features.

- Start the game.

You are now ready to race!

(*) Important recommendations for PCs (applicable only if using a
Thrustmaster racing wheel featuring a built-in shifter connector)

- When using the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, you can also connect the
shifter at the back of the racing wheel using the detachable DIN / DIN cable. The TH8A shifter

is then connected to the racing wheel's UP (= 2) and DOWN (= 1) paddle shifters.
With this racing wheel, the TH8A shifter's SEQUENTIAL (+ /-) shift plate functions with 100% of
racing games for PC that are compatible with the racing wheel.

- Some games enable you to use two TH8A shifters simultaneously:

One TH8A shifter with an H-PATTERN (7+1) shift plate, connected to the PC's USB port

+ One TH8A shifter with a SEQUENTIAL (+/-) shift plate, connected to the back of the racing wheel

* On PC, the Thrustmaster shifter is compatible with:

- all games supporting MULTI-USB and shifters.

- all wheels on the market.

* We recommend connecting your racing wheel and TH8A shifter directly to your PC's
USB 2.0 (not USB 3.0) ports, without using a hub.

* For some PC games, you must install the latest available game updates in order for
the TH8A shifter to function properly.

* For some PC games (in order to avoid any conflicts between the wheel and the TH8A
shifter), it may be necessary:

- not to map anything onto the wheel's gear shift paddles.

- to enable the “Hold button for gear” function.

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MAPPING ON PC

SOFTWARE PACKAGE

A software package for PC is available here:
http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select Drivers.

- After installing the software package, you will be able to:
* check your TH8A shifter's firmware version.
* update the firmware (if necessary) with the latest available version.
* use the “BOOTLOADER Method” (to restore your shifter, in the event of loss of firmware).
* access a customized Control Panel (game controller) on PC.

* on PC, enjoy the ANALOG mode (handbrake)

ADVANCED CALIBRATION SOFTWARE

The TH8A gear shift calibration is automatically carried out.
An advanced calibration software application for PC is also available here:
http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and then select Software. It
allows you to adjust the gear shift travel to your convenience.

When the settings are complete, they are instantly saved into the internal gear shift memory (and
can be used on PS3™, PS4™, Xbox One and PC).

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According to the game or racing wheel (*) :

- Or at the back of the racing wheel (DIN)

Always at the back of the racing wheel

(DIN)

PC

(*)

SUMMARY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING THE TH8A SHIFTER TO
VARIOUS SYSTEMS

Connect the TH8A shifter

PS3™ Always(*) directly to the PS3™ (USB)

PS4™

- Either directly to the PS4™ system (USB)

XBOX ONE

Always

directly to the PC (USB)

(*) For more information regarding any exceptions, please refer to the
Important recommendations sections on the manual's relevant pages.

WARNING

* Never connect the TH8A shifter directly to any device other than a Thrustmaster racing wheel,
even if the device features an identical DIN connector. This could cause damage to the TH8A shifter
or the other device.

TROUBLESHOOTING

* My shifter is not functioning correctly, or seems to be improperly calibrated:

- Turn off your computer or console, disconnect your shifter, reconnect it and then restart your
game.

- In your game, under “Options/Controller”, select or set up the most appropriate configuration.

- Refer to your game's user manual or online help for more information.

- Various help topics and tips (not included in this manual), a list of compatible games, etc. are
available on the http://support.thrustmaster.com website. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter.

- On Xbox One, to ensure compatibility of your Thrustmaster racing wheel for Xbox One with the
TH8A shifter, you may be required to update the racing wheel's firmware with the latest version
available via PC here: http://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / TH8A Shifter, and
then select Firmware.

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CONSUMER WARRANTY INFORMATION

Worldwide, Guillemot Corporation S.A., whose registered office is located at Place du Granier, B.P.
97143, 35571 Chantepie, France (hereinafter “Guillemot”) warrants to the consumer that this
Thrustmaster product shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship, for a warranty period
which corresponds to the time limit to bring an action for conformity with respect to this product. In
the countries of the European Union, this corresponds to a period of two (2) years from delivery of
the Thrustmaster product. In other countries, the warranty period corresponds to the time limit to
bring an action for conformity with respect to the Thrustmaster product according to applicable laws
of the country in which the consumer was domiciled on the date of purchase of the Thrustmaster
product (if no such action exists in the corresponding country, then the warranty period shall be one
(1) year from the original date of purchase of the Thrustmaster product).
Notwithstanding the above, rechargeable batteries are covered by a warranty period of six (6)
months from the date of original purchase.
Should the product appear to be defective during the warranty period, immediately contact
Technical Support, who will indicate the procedure to follow. If the defect is confirmed, the product
must be returned to its place of purchase (or any other location indicated by Technical Support).
Within the context of this warranty, the consumer’s defective product shall, at Technical Support’s
option, be either replaced or returned to working order. If, during the warranty period, the
Thrustmaster product is subject to such reconditioning, any period of at least seven (7) days during
which the product is out of use shall be added to the remaining warranty period (this period runs
from the date of the consumer’s request for intervention or from the date on which the product in
question is made available for reconditioning, if the date on which the product is made available for
reconditioning is subsequent to the date of the request for intervention). If permitted under
applicable law, the full liability of Guillemot and its subsidiaries (including for consequential
damages) is limited to the return to working order or the replacement of the Thrustmaster product. If
permitted under applicable law, Guillemot disclaims all warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose.
This warranty shall not apply: (1) if the product has been modified, opened, altered, or has suffered
damage as a result of inappropriate or abusive use, negligence, an accident, normal wear, or any
other cause unrelated to a material or manufacturing defect (including, but not limited to, combining
the Thrustmaster product with any unsuitable element, including in particular power supplies,
rechargeable batteries, chargers, or any other elements not supplied by Guillemot for this product);
(2) if the product has been used for any use other than home use, including for professional or
commercial purposes (game rooms, training, competitions, for example); (3) in the event of failure to
comply with the instructions provided by Technical Support; (4) to software, said software being
subject to a specific warranty; (5) to consumables (elements to be replaced over the product’s
lifespan: disposable batteries, audio headset or headphone ear pads, for example); (6) to
accessories (cables, cases, pouches, bags, wrist-straps, for example); (7) if the product was sold at
public auction.
This warranty is nontransferable.
The consumer’s legal rights with respect to laws applicable to the sale of consumer goods in his or
her country are not affected by this warranty.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT

http://support.thrustmaster.com

Additional warranty provisions

During the warranty period, Guillemot shall not provide, in principle, any spare parts, as Technical
Support is the only party authorized to open and/or recondition any Thrustmaster product (with the
exception of any reconditioning procedures which Technical Support may request that the
consumer carry out, by way of written instructions – for example, due to the simplicity and the lack
of confidentiality of the reconditioning process – and by providing the consumer with the required
spare part(s), where applicable).
Given its innovation cycles and in order to protect its know-how and trade secrets, Guillemot shall
not provide, in principle, any reconditioning notification or spare parts for any Thrustmaster product
whose warranty period has expired.
In the United States of America and in Canada, this warranty is limited to the product’s internal
mechanism and external housing. In no event shall Guillemot or its affiliates be held liable to any
third party for any consequential or incidental damages resulting from the breach of any express or
implied warranties. Some States/Provinces do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts or exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from State to State or Province to Province.

Liability

If permitted under applicable law, Guillemot Corporation S.A. (hereinafter “Guillemot”) and its
subsidiaries disclaim all liability for any damages caused by one or more of the following: (1) the
product has been modified, opened or altered; (2) failure to comply with assembly instructions; (3)
inappropriate or abusive use, negligence, an accident (an impact, for example); (4) normal wear; (5)
the use of the product for any use other than home use, including for professional or commercial
purposes (game rooms, training, competitions, for example). If permitted under applicable law,
Guillemot and its subsidiaries disclaim all liability for any damages unrelated to a material or
manufacturing defect with respect to the product (including, but not limited to, any damages caused
directly or indirectly by any software, or by combining the Thrustmaster product with any unsuitable
element, including in particular power supplies, rechargeable batteries, chargers, or any other
elements not supplied by Guillemot for this product).

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COPYRIGHT

© 2017 Guillemot Corporation S.A. All rights reserved. Thrustmaster® is a registered trademark of
Guillemot Corporation S.A. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Illustrations not binding. Contents, designs and specifications are subject to change without notice and
may vary from one country to another. Made in China.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION RECOMMENDATION

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.
This is confirmed by the symbol found on the product, user manual or packaging.
Depending on their characteristics, the materials may be recycled. Through

you can make a significant 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. Colours and decorations may vary.
Plastic fasteners and adhesives should be removed from the product before it is used.

www.thrustmaster.com

*Applicable to EU and T urkey only

recycling and other forms of processing Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment,

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A Pommeau amovible

E Clé Allen 2,5 mm fournie

F Câble et connecteur DIN

PlayStation®3 – PlayStation®4 – Xbox One – PC

CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES

(non installé par défaut)
B Levier
C Grille « H (7+1) » orientable

(installé par défaut)

D Grille « Séquentielle (+/-) » orientable
(non installé par défaut)

Manuel de l’utilisateur

G Vis de tension interne
H Système de fixation orientable
I « Pas de vis » pour fixation cockpit

DIN / USB Câble détachable DIN / USB
DIN / DIN Câble détachable DIN / DIN

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AVERTISSEMENT

Avant d’utiliser ce produit, lisez attentivement cette documentation et conservez-la pour pouvoir la
consulter ultérieurement.

Avertissement – Chocs électriques

* Conservez le produit dans un endroit sec et ne l’exposez ni à la poussière ni au soleil.
* Respectez les sens de branchement.
* Ne tordez pas et ne tirez pas sur les connecteurs et câbles.
* Ne renversez pas de liquide sur le produit et son connecteur.
* Ne mettez pas le produit en court-circuit.
* Ne démontez jamais le produit (hormis pour les réglages possibles notifiés dans ce manuel), ne le
jetez pas au feu et ne l’exposez pas à des températures élevées.

Avertissement – Blessures dues aux mouvements répétitifs

Jouer avec une boîte de vitesses peut causer des douleurs aux muscles et aux articulations. Afin
d’éviter tout problème :
* Evitez les périodes trop longues de jeu.
* Faites une pause de 10 à 15 minutes après chaque heure de jeu.
* Si vous éprouvez fatigue ou douleur au niveau des mains, des poignets ou des bras, cessez de
jouer et reposez-vous pendant quelques heures avant de recommencer à jouer.
* Si les symptômes ou les douleurs indiqués ci-dessus persistent lorsque vous reprenez le jeu,
arrêtez de jouer et consultez votre médecin.
* Vérifiez que la base de la boîte de vitesses est correctement fixée, conformément aux instructions
du manuel.

Avertissement – Risque de pincement au niveau des grilles de passage de vitesses

* Laissez hors de portée des enfants.
* Lors des phases de jeu, ne placez jamais vos doigts (ou autres parties du corps) dans les grilles
de passage de vitesses

JAMAIS

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SERRER

DESSERRER

SERRER

DESSERRER

INSTALLATION DU POMMEAU

1. Pour visser le pommeau (A) sur son levier (B) : tournez le pommeau dans le sens des aiguilles

d’une montre.

2. Pour dévisser le pommeau : tournez-le dans le sens inverse des aiguilles d’une montre.

FIXATION DE LA BOÎTE DE VITESSES

La fixation est optimisée pour tout type de support :

- Tables, bureaux ou tablettes de 1 à 55 mm d’épaisseur via le système de fixation (H)

- Cockpits via les « pas de vis » (I) intégrés (et le système de fixation qui est amovible)

Fixer la boîte de vitesses sur une table ou un bureau

1. Placez le nez de la boîte de vitesses sur une table ou autre surface plane.

2. Pour serrer : tournez la molette de fixation dans le sens inverse des aiguilles d’une montre.

3. Pour desserrer : tournez la molette dans le sens des aiguilles d’une montre.

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Position et rotation du système de fixation (ajustable sur 360°)

1. A l’aide de la clé Allen 2,5 mm fournie (E), dévissez très légèrement les 3 vis maintenant le

système de fixation (H).

Le système de fixation (et donc l’ensemble de la boîte) peut alors tourner manuellement sur 360°

2. Choisissez votre position préférée sur 360° (3 exemples parmi de nombreuses autres

possibilités sont illustrés ci-dessous).

Revissez ensuite les 3 vis maintenant le système de fixation.

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Fixer la boîte de vitesses sur un cockpit

1. A l’aide de la clé Allen 2,5 mm fournie (E), dévissez complètement et retirez les 3 vis

maintenant le système de fixation (H). Séparez-le ensuite de la boîte de vitesses.

2. Une fois le système de fixation enlevé, vissez 2 vis « M6 » (non fournies) dans la tablette du

cockpit et dans 2 des 4 petits « pas de vis » (I) situés sous le nez inférieur de la boîte de
vitesses.

N’utilisez pas de vis « M6 » trop longue qui pourrait transpercer

et endommager le nez supérieur de la boîte de vitesses

Plan d’implantation de la boite de vitesse pour les cockpits disponible sur

http://support.thrustmaster.com (cliquez sur Volants / TH8A Shifter puis Manuel

utilisateur)

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POSITION ET ROTATION DES GRILLES (AJUSTABLES SUR 360°)

1. A l’aide de la clé Allen 2,5 mm fournie (E), dévissez légèrement les 4 vis maintenant la grille de

passage de vitesses (C ou D).

La grille peut alors tourner manuellement sur 360°.

2. Choisissez votre position préférée sur 360° (3 exemples parmi de nombreuses autres

possibilités sont illustrés ci-dessous)

3. Revissez les 4 vis maintenant la grille.

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BASCULER DE LA GRILLE « H (7+1) »
A LA GRILLE « SEQUENTIELLE (+/-)

1. Dévissez (dans le sens inverse des aiguilles d’une montre) et enlevez le pommeau (A).

2. A l’aide de la clé Allen 2,5 mm fournie (E), dévissez complètement les 4 vis maintenant la grille

« H (7+1) ». Enlevez la grille.

Lors de cette opération, veillez à ne pas laisser tomber accidentellement

l’une des vis à l’intérieur du mécanisme interne.

3. Tournez manuellement la structure interne de 90° vers la droite.

Installez ensuite la grille « Séquentielle (+/-) ».

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4. A l’aide de la clé Allen 2,5 mm fournie (E), revissez complètement les 4 vis maintenant la grille
« Séquentielle (+/-) ». Revissez le pommeau.

Effectuez l’opération inverse pour revenir à la grille « H (7+ 1) ».

Remarques concernant le capot supérieur de la structure interne :

J : 4 « Pas de vis » pour fixer les grilles (C ou D)

K : 2 Vis qui fixent la structure interne (ne pas dévisser).

L : Bouton d’auto-détection du type de grille utilisé (C ou D). Est appuyé automatiquement lorsque

vous installez la grille « Séquentielle (+/-) ». Laissez propre pour éviter tout conflit de détection.

M : Détrompeur pour positionner les grilles plus facilement

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AUGMENTER LA RESISTANCE

DIMINUER LA RESISTANCE

AJUSTER LA RESISTANCE DU PASSAGE DES VITESSES

* Ne fonctionne que pour la grille « H (7+1) »
* Avant ajustement, la grille « H (7+1) » doit être impérativement installée en position
originale (schéma ci-dessous)

1. A l’aide d’un large tournevis plat, accédez à l’embout de vis plat (G) situé en bas à gauche de la
coque.

2. Pour augmenter légèrement la résistance : vissez dans le sens des aiguilles d’une montre.

3. Pour diminuer légèrement la résistance : dévissez dans le sens inverse des aiguilles d’une

montre.

Pour ne pas endommager le système :

- Arrêtez de visser lorsque vous sentez une forte résistance.

- Arrêtez de dévisser lorsque le levier devient lâche et prend du jeu.

2 tours complets suffisent pour passer d’un extrême à l’autre

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INSTALLATION SUR CONSOLE DE JEU

PLAYSTATION®3

= Pour tous les jeux PS3™, branchez toujours (*) le TH8A directement
sur le port USB de la PS3™ (et non sur la base du volant Thrustmaster)

- Branchez le connecteur DIN du TH8A sur le câble DIN / USB.

- Branchez le TH8A sur l’un des ports USB de votre PS3™.

- Lancez le jeu.

Le TH8A est alors fonctionnel avec grille H (7+1) ou grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-).

(*) Astuces importantes sur PS3™ (valables uniquement si vous utilisez un
volant Thrustmaster avec connecteur de boîte de vitesses intégré)

- Lorsque la grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-) du TH8A est installée, vous pouvez également
brancher la boîte à l’arrière du volant à l’aide du câble détachable DIN / DIN. Dans ce cas, le

TH8A est couplé avec les palettes de vitesses UP (= R1) et DOWN (= L1) du volant.
Avec ce volant, le TH8A avec grille SEQUENTIELLE (+ /-) est compatible dans 100% des jeux
PS3™ compatibles avec le volant.

- En fonction des jeux, vous pouvez également utiliser deux TH8A simultanément :

* La liste des jeux PS3™ compatibles avec le TH8A est disponible ici :
http://support.thrustmaster.com (cliquez sur Volants / TH8A Shifter puis Paramètres de
jeux). Cette liste est régulièrement actualisée.

* Sur PS3™, il est conseillé de ne pas utiliser de hub pour la connexion USB (que ce
soit pour le volant ou le TH8A) = branchez directement sur les ports USB de la PS3™.

* Pour certains jeux, il est indispensable d’installer les dernières mises à jour
disponibles pour que le TH8A soit fonctionnel (vous devez être connecté à Internet).

un TH8A avec grille H (7+1) branché sur le port USB de la PS3™

+ un TH8A avec grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-) branché à l’arrière du volant

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PLAYSTATION®4

En fonction du jeu PS4™ ou du volant utilisé :

= Branchez (*) le TH8A directement sur le port USB de la PS4™

- Branchez le connecteur DIN du TH8A sur le câble DIN / USB.

- Branchez le TH8A sur l’un des ports USB de votre PS3™.

- Lancez votre jeu.

Le TH8A est alors fonctionnel avec grille H (7+1) ou grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-).

Ou

= Branchez (*) le TH8A directement sur la base du volant Thrustmaster

(possible uniquement si votre volant Thrustmaster possède un connecteur de
boîte de vitesses intégré)

- Branchez le connecteur DIN du TH8A au câble détachable DIN / DIN.

- Branchez le TH8A au connecteur pour la boîte de vitesses situé à l’arrière de la base du volant.

- Branchez votre volant, puis lancez le jeu.

Le TH8A est alors fonctionnel avec grille H (7+1) ou grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-).

(*) Astuces importantes sur PS4™ (valables uniquement si vous utilisez un
volant Thrustmaster avec connecteur de boîte de vitesses intégré)

- Lorsque la grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-) du TH8A est installée, vous pouvez également
brancher la boîte à l’arrière du volant à l’aide du câble détachable DIN / DIN. Dans ce cas, le

TH8A est couplé avec les palettes de vitesses UP (= R1) et DOWN (= L1) du volant.
Avec ce volant, le TH8A avec grille SEQUENTIELLE (+ /-) est donc compatible dans 100% des jeux
PS4™ compatibles avec le volant.

- En fonction des jeux, vous pouvez également utiliser deux TH8A simultanément :

* La liste des jeux PS4™ compatibles avec le TH8A et la procédure de branchement
nécessaire (*) en fonction du jeu utilisé sont disponibles ici :
http://support.thrustmaster.com (cliquez sur Volants / TH8A Shifter puis Paramètres de
jeux). Cette liste est régulièrement actualisée.

* Sur PS4™, il est conseillé de ne pas utiliser de hub pour la connexion USB (que ce
soit pour le volant ou le TH8A) = branchez directement sur les ports USB de la PS4™.

* Pour certains jeux, il est indispensable d’installer les dernières mises à jour
disponibles pour que le TH8A soit fonctionnel (vous devez être connecté à Internet).

un TH8A avec grille H (7+1) branché sur le port USB de la PS4™

+ un TH8A avec grille SEQUENTIELLE (+/-) branché à l’arrière du volant