Connections Overview
This guide illustrates how to connect various accessories to your Fanatec CSL Elite Wheel Base. The available accessories include different types of shifters, a handbrake, and pedals.
Accessory Types:
- H-Pattern Shifters: Devices that simulate manual gear shifting with an H-pattern gate. The diagram shows two variations.
- Static Shifter: A shifter with a fixed lever position.
- Sequential Shifter: A shifter with a single lever that moves forward for upshifts and backward for downshifts (or vice-versa).
- Handbrake: A lever used for braking or other functions in racing simulations.
- Pedals: A set of pedals, typically including acceleration, braking, and clutch.
Connection Diagram:
The diagram shows how each accessory connects to the rear ports of the CSL Elite Wheel Base. Blue arrows indicate the connection paths:
- H-Pattern Shifters connect to ports labeled 'SHIFTER1' and 'SHIFTER2'.
- Pedals connect to the 'PEDALS' port.
- Handbrake connects to the 'HANDBRAKE' port.
- A separate 'POWER' port is also visible on the wheel base.
Fanatec CSL Elite Wheel Base Ports
The rear of the CSL Elite Wheel Base features dedicated ports for accessories:
- SHIFTER1: For connecting a shifter.
- SHIFTER2: For connecting a second shifter.
- PEDALS: For connecting the pedal set.
- HANDBRAKE: For connecting the handbrake accessory.
- POWER: For power connection (not detailed in this diagram).
The wheel base itself is depicted with a textured front face, mounting clamp mechanism, and integrated LED indicators at the top. Two buttons are visible on the front face, labeled with a power symbol and 'MODE'.
Connecting to PC/Console via USB
The CSL Elite Wheel Base connects to a PC or gaming console via USB. The diagram indicates a USB port on the wheel base.
Important USB Cable Usage:
⚠️ Important! Use only the straight USB plug packaged with the CSL Elite Wheel Base to avoid damage to the USB port.
(This note is also provided in German and French in the original document.)
Product Information
The Fanatec CSL Elite Wheel Base is designed and developed by Endor AG in Germany. Fanatec is a registered trademark of Endor AG. This document was last updated in July 2016.
