Thun der Wheel 3D
Thunder Wheel 3D
User's Manual
Thun der Wheel 3D
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction....................................................................................2
2. Parts...............................................................................................3
3. Installation ......................................................................................4
3.1 Connecti o n.................................................................................4
3.2 Adjustment.................................................................................4
3.2.1 Using DOS..........................................................................4
3.2.2 Using Windows 95..............................................................4
4. Various installation options..........................................................7
4.1 Microsoft Flight Simulator 6.0....................................................7
4.2 F1 Grand Prix 2..........................................................................7
4.3 Descent II...................................................................................7
5. Maintenance...................................................................................8
6. Troublesh ooting ............................................................................9
Appendix A: Technical Specifications...........................................11
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1. Introduction
By purchasing the Thunder Wheel 3D you have obtained an advan ced
product that will give you endless delight. The Thunder Wheel 3D will
increase your enjoyment of race games and flight simulators, as it
enables you to manoeuvre with more accuracy than with a simple
joystick.
The purpose of this manual is to assist with the installation and use of
The Thu nder Wheel 3D. This requ ires no special knowledge.
Conventions used:
<key>
You need to press a key. The nam e of the key
is shown between angle br ackets.
‘System ’
This is a text phrase from t he program. This
text can be found on the screen.
We wish you many hours of fun with the Thunder Wheel 3D.
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2. Parts
Figure 1 Figure 2
1 Fire button 1
2 Fire button 2
3 Fire button 3
4 Fire button 4
5 Throttle
6 Rudder
A Direction (left/right)
B Direction (front/rear)
C Trim left/right
D Tri m front/rear
E Protective transport catch
F Holder for transport catch
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3. Installation
3.1 Connection
1. Switch off your computer before connecting the Thunder
Wheel 3D.
2. Plug the 15-pi n D-connector into the game port of your computer.
3. Remove the transport catch from the Thunder Wheel 3D. You
can keep the catch safe in the ho lder at the back of the Thunder
Wheel 3D to prevent it from getting lost. To prevent damage,
always use the transport catch when transporting the Thunder
Wheel 3D. The transport catch can also be used if you will not be
using the front/rear function.
Always place the Thunder Wheel 3D on a flat, firm surface.
3.2 Adjustment
3.2.1 Using DOS
The Thu nder Wheel 3D requires no special installati on procedure in
DOS. You may have to calibrate the Wheel, but this can be done in
the game program.
Make sure the game port has been correctly installed for use in DOS.
3.2.2 Using Windows 95
1. Start the computer and click on the 'Start' button on the task bar.
2. Select 'Settings'.
3. Click on 'Control panel'.
The following window will be displayed:
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Figure 3
4. Double-click on the 'Joystick' icon in the Control Panel.
5. Under 'Current joystick', select 'Joystick 1’ (see figure 4).
Figure 4
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6. Under 'Joystick selection', select the following option:
'4-button flight yoke w/throttle’
7. Activate the 'Rudder' option.
8. Click on 'Calibrate' and follow th e on-screen instructi ons.
9. To set the centre position (+) of the Thunder Wheel 3D (see
figure 5), turn the following controls:
a) Trim front/rear
(this control is located on the base of the Thunder Wheel 3D)
b) Trim left/right
(this control is located on the back of the Thunder Wheel 3D)
Note: Turn the wheel to the half-way point before
setting the centre position.
Figure 5
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4. Various installation options
This chapter discusses the installation procedures for the Thun der
Wheel 3D in a number games. These games are not supplied with the
Thun der Wheel 3D.
If you encounter any problems durin g use or calibration of the Thunder
Wheel 3D, please keep the game manual at hand for reference
purposes.
4.1 Microsoft Flight Simulator 6.0
Install Microsoft Flight Simulator as described in the game's manual.
There is no need to calibrate the Thunder Wheel 3D In Microsoft Flight
Simulator, as the program takes its settings from Windows 95.
Remember to select the 'Joystick' option if you are using the Thunder
Wheel 3D.
4.2 F1 Grand Prix 2
Install F1 Grand Prix 2 as described in the game's manual. Select the
'Joystick' option to use the Thunder Wheel 3D. For calibration, follow
the on-screen instructions.
4.3 Descent II
Install Descent II as described in the game's manual. Next, select the
'CH FLIGHTSTICK PRO’ option to enable the Thunder Wheel 3D.
The fire buttons can be selected in the 'CUSTOMIZE ABOVE’ menu.
For calibration, follow the on-screen instructions.
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5. Maintenance
The Thu nder Wheel 3D requires no special maintenance. To clean the
Thunder Wheel 3D, use a damp soft cloth. Do not use cleaning
solvents such as benzine or turps, as these can damage the material.
Do not immerse the Thunder Wheel 3D in water or any other liquid, as
this can be dangerous and will damage the product and/or your
computer system.
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6. Troubleshooting
Below you will find descriptions of the most common problems. If this
information cannot help you find a solution to your problem, please
contact your dealer.
Problem Solution
The fire buttons of the Thun der
Wheel 3D do not work during the
calibration of a game in DOS or
Windows 95.
Make sure the Thunder Wheel 3D
is connected to the game port of
the sound card.
Make sure the game port has
been properly initiated in the
operating system.
If your computer has more than
one game port, disable the other
game ports.
The throttle and/or the rudder
control does not work during the
calibration of the game.
Make sure these buttons can
actually be used with the game. If
this is not the case, select a
simple joystick.
You may be able to s elect a
different type of joystick.
However, there is no guarantee
that the throttle and rudder
controls will work.
The Thu nder Wheel 3D operates
erratically during the game.
Make sure these buttons can
actually be used with the game. If
this is not the case, select a
simple joystick.
The rudder control of the Thunder
Wheel 3D does not work during
the calibrati on in Windows 95.
Make sure the rudder control has
been activated as shown in
figure 4
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Appendi x A: Technical Specifi cati ons
• Four individual fire buttons for thumb and fingers
• Adjustable rudder control
• Adjustable throttle control
• Protective transport catch
• Left/right trim control
• Front/rear trim control
• Cable length: 180 cm
• Connection: 15-pin sub D-connector
• Standard PC joystick compatible
• Suitable for Windows 95
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