R440 Manual all lang.qxd 20/04/2004 16:40 Page 1 R440 FORCE WHEEL USER MANUAL MANUEL D'UTILISATION BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUALE D'USO MANUAL DEL USUARIO R440 Manual all lang.qxd 20/04/2004 16:40 Page 3 SAITEK R440 FORCE WHEEL The Saitek R440 Force Wheel is the new driving force in wheels for the PC. With its streamlined design and Immersion's® patented TouchsenseTM technology inside, the R440 delivers the most realistic racing experience to your desktop. The force feedback technology puts you right on the racetrack ­ feeling every move you make in the game. Add to this a complete range of features including pedals and gearshift paddles - and you have the perfect driving solution. GETTING STARTED Setting Up your Controller 1 Before connecting the R440 Force Wheel to your PC, you need to connect it to your mains supply using the AC/DC adapter (supplied). This connects via the front of the unit next to the USB cable. Attach the main wheel unit and the desk clamp as shown in the diagram. Position the steering wheel unit on the edge of your desktop, and turn the clamp grip clockwise until the unit is securely attached to the desk. Do not overtighten! Plug the cable from the pedal unit into the socket in the steering wheel unit, making sure the connector clicks firmly into place. Attach the main pedal unit to the pedal unit base, making sure it clicks firmly into place. Next, place the complete pedal unit floor for your optimum driving position. 2 3 4 5 Saitek Smart Technology Software Saitek Smart Technology software is the software that Saitek supplies for our high-end game controllers. The Smart Technology software comprises the product drivers for these Saitek controllers and the optional programming software. By keeping the two separate, the Smart Technology software offers two types of installation to suit the individual gamer's needs, which means even more gamers can enjoy these quality Saitek products. The Quick Install loads the product drivers only (all that is needed to use the controller) and is suitable for the new or Typical User. This install is fast and simple and will have the gamer up and running in no time at all. The Full Install loads the product drivers and the Saitek Smart Technology programming software and is suitable for the Advanced User. The programming software delivers a powerful set of features for the ultimate configuration in the game. Although it is recommended for the seasoned gamer, it can be installed at any time. This gives the typical user a chance to get to know the controller before taking gaming to the next level. R440 Manual all lang.qxd 20/04/2004 16:40 Page 4 INSTALLATION FOR USERS OF WINDOWS® XP Quick Install (Drivers Only) This installation will ONLY install the drivers for your Saitek controller. The Full Install (below) will install the drivers and the Saitek Smart Technology programming software for your Saitek controller. 1 2 3 With your computer switched on, close down any programs that are currently running and insert the Saitek Smart Technology CD into your CD-ROM drive. When the Introduction Screen appears, click Install Software to continue. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue. (If the CD does not run automatically, select Start from the Windows® Taskbar, then Run and type D:\Setup.exe and click OK - where D:\ is letter of your CD-ROM drive). After reading the Disclaimer, select the I accept the terms of the Disclaimer option and click Next to continue. At the Device Driver Installation screen, click on Next and follow the on-screen instructions. When prompted, plug your controller's USB connector into your computer, then click on Configure and then Continue Anyway. Follow the on-screen instructions until you reach the Controller Properties screen. When the Controller Properties screen appears, click Next to view the Test screen. Now try out all your controller's buttons and controls to show that it is working properly. When you have finished, click OK. At the Programming Software screen, select Typical User and click Next. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 At the Registration screen, select Register my Saitek controller online and follow the onscreen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. 11 Click on Finish to complete the installation. Your Saitek controller is now ready for use with your favorite games. Full Install (Drivers and Programming Software) This installation will install the drivers and the Saitek Smart Technology programming software for the Saitek controller. 1 2 Follow points 1 ­ 7 of the install procedure in Quick Install (Drivers Only), then at the Programming Software screen, select Advanced User and click Next. At the Programmable Controller Drivers screen, click Update and follow the on-screen instructions. At this point you will be asked to install such features as the Saitek Magic Mouse and Saitek Magic Keyboard (these are what XP calls the various elements of your Saitek controller). Continue to click on Next, Continue Anyway and Finish to accept the installation until the Installation of programming software successful screen appears. At the Installation of programming software successful screen, click Next. At the Registration screen, select Register and follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. Upon completion of the installation, you have the option to Run Profile Editor, which will give you a view of the 3D programming environment. If you do not wish to see the Profile Editor at this point, just uncheck the box and click on Finish to complete the installation. Your Saitek controller is now ready for use with your favorite games. 3 4 5 For a complete guide on how to program your Saitek controller, visit the Saitek website at www.saitek.com. R440 Manual all lang.qxd 20/04/2004 16:40 Page 5 INSTALLATION FOR USERS OF WINDOWS® 2000 Quick Install (Drivers Only) This installation will ONLY install the drivers for your Saitek controller. The Full Install (below), will install the drivers and the Saitek Smart Technology programming software for your Saitek controller. 1 2 3 With your computer switched on, close down any programs that are currently running and insert the Saitek Smart Technology CD into your CD-ROM drive. When the Introduction Screen appears, click Install Software to continue. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue. (If the CD does not run automatically, select Start from the Windows® Taskbar, then Run and type D:\Setup.exe and click OK - where D:\ is letter of your CD-ROM drive). After reading the Disclaimer, select the I accept the terms of the Disclaimer option and click Next to continue. At the Device Driver Installation screen, click on Next and follow the on-screen instructions. When prompted, plug your controller's USB connector into your computer, then click on Configure. When the Controller Properties screen appears, click Next to view the Test screen. Now try out all your controller's buttons and controls to show that it is working properly. When you have finished, click OK. At the Programming Software screen, select Typical User and click Next. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 At the Registration screen, select Register and follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. 11 Click on Finish to complete the installation. Your Saitek controller is now ready for use with your favorite games. Full Install (Drivers and Programming Software) This installation will install the drivers and the Saitek Smart Technology programming software for the Saitek controller. 1 2 3 4 5 Follow points 1 ­ 7 of the install procedure in Quick Install (Drivers Only), then at the Programming Software screen, select Advanced User and click Next. At the Programmable Controller Drivers screen, click Update and follow the on-screen instructions. Then at the Installation of programming software successful screen, click Next. At the Registration screen, select Register and follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. Upon completion of the installation, you have the option to Run Profile Editor, which will give you a view of the 3D programming environment. If you do not wish to see the Profile Editor at this point, just uncheck the box and click on Finish to complete the installation. Your Saitek controller is now ready for use with your favorite games. For a complete guide on how to program your Saitek controller, visit the Saitek website at www.saitek.com. R440 Manual all lang.qxd 20/04/2004 16:40 Page 6 INSTALLATION FOR USERS OF WINDOWS® 98 AND ME Quick Install (Drivers Only) This installation will install the drivers for the Saitek controller only. 1 2 3 With your computer switched on, close down any programs that are currently running and insert the Saitek Smart Technology CD into your CD-ROM drive. When the Introduction Screen appears, click Install Software to continue. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue. (If the CD does not run automatically, select Start from the Windows® Taskbar, then Run and type D:\Setup.exe and click OK). After reading and accepting the Disclaimer, click Next to continue. 4 Note: For your controller to work, you must have a minimum of Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1 installed on your computer. The installer will automatically recognize if this software needs to be added, and will allow you to install it directly from the Saitek Product Companion CD, if necessary. If you are asked to install Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1, click Install and follow the on-screen instructions, and then restart your computer when prompted. Make sure that you leave the Saitek CD in the drive when restarting. After this software has been installed, you will automatically be taken to the installation to continue with the next step. 5 6 7 8 9 Follow the on-screen instructions and select Yes, I want to restart my computer now when prompted. After the restart, at the Device Driver Installation screen, click on Next and follow the onscreen instructions. When prompted, plug your USB connector into your computer. When the Controller Properties screen appears, click Next to view the Test Screen. Now try out all your controller buttons and controls to show that it is working properly. When you have finished, click OK. 10 At the Programming Software screen, select Typical User and click Next. 11 At the Registration screen, select Register my Saitek controller online, click Next and follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. 12 Click on Finish to complete the installation. Your Saitek controller is now ready for use with your favorite games. Full Install (Drivers and Programming Software) This installation will ONLY install the drivers for your Saitek controller. The Full Install (below), will install the drivers and the Saitek Smart Technology programming software for your Saitek controller. 1 2 Follow points 1 ­ 8 of the install procedure in Quick Install (Drivers Only), then at the Programming Software screen, select Advanced User and click Next. At the Programmable Controller Drivers screen, click Update and follow the on-screen instructions. At this point you will be asked to insert your Windows® CD, however, DO NOT do this, just click on OK. At the next screen, type C:\windows\system into the prompt and click OK and follow the on-screen instructions. At the Installation of programming software successful screen, click Next. At the Registration screen, select Register my Saitek controller online, click Next and follow the on-screen instructions or select Register Later and click Next. Upon completion of the installation, you have the option to Run Profile Editor, which will give you a view of the 3D programming environment. If you do not wish to see the Profile Editor at this point, just uncheck the box and click on Finish to complete the installation. Your Saitek controller is now ready for use with your favorite games. 3 4 5 R440 Manual all lang.qxd 20/04/2004 16:40 Page 7 For a complete guide on how to program your Saitek controller, visit the Saitek website at www.saitek.com. Installing the Programming Software at a Later Date If you chose the Quick Install (Drivers Only) you might want to install the Saitek Smart Technology programming software once you have mastered your new Saitek controller. To do this, simply reinstall your controller following the relevant Full Install (Drivers and Programming Software) above. PROGRAMMING YOUR SAITEK CONTROLLER WITH SAITEK SMART TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE Introducing Saitek Smart Technology Programming Software Saitek Smart Technology Programming Software (SST) is the software Saitek supplies to configure your Saitek controller for enhanced functionality. SST delivers a powerful set of features, allowing you to program your device with the ultimate configuration for total interaction. Despite a level of sophistication previously unsee ...