THRUSTMASTER TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- THRUSTMASTER
Table of Contents
- TECHNICAL FEATURES
- INSTALLATION ON XBOX SERIES X|S / XBOX ONE
- GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION
- XBOX MAPPING FOR THE 18 BUTTONS AND 6 AXES
- USING A RUDDER SYSTEM CONNECTED TO THE YOKE
- USING TCA QUADRANT BOEING EDITION CONNECTED TO THE
- USING A SECOND TCA QUADRANT BOEING EDITION CONNECTED TO THE FIRST QUADRAN
- INSTALLATION ON PC
- TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION CONNECTIVITY
- PITCH AXIS TENSION ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
- INSTALLING TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION IN A COCKPIT OR ON ANOTHER STATIONARY
- TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARNING
- CONSUMER WARRANTY INFORMATION
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
THRUSTMASTER TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition ****
TECHNICAL FEATURES
- Roll axis
- 8-way “point of view” hat
- 18 action buttons
- Mini-stick controller with button
- Tablet/smartphone support stand slot
- Xbox/PC selector switch
- RJ12 connector for TFRP rudder (sold separately)
- USB connector (type A) for TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition or TPR rudder (both sold separately)
- USB connector (type C)
- Landing gear
- Dual metal mounting screws
- Access to force spring mechanism
- Dual throttle axes
- Pitch axis
- Xbox button + LED
- View, Share and Menu buttons
- 1/8-inch / 3.5-mm stereo microphone jack for headset (not included)
HEAVY PRODUCT
Product to be handled only by users 14 years of age or older
Be careful not to drop the product on yourself or on anyone else!
Do not use with a glass table or desk
INSTALLATION ON XBOX SERIES X|S / XBOX ONE
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Set the selector switch (6) to Xbox before connecting the USB cable.
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Connect the USB connector (9) to a USB port on the console using the included USB cable.
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Power on the console.
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The yoke’s LED lights up in white.
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Start up a compatible game (supporting Flight Stick mode).
You are now ready to play
LIST OF COMPATIBLE XBOX SERIES X|S / XBOX ONE GAMES
On Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One, TCA Yoke Boeing Edition:
- is only compatible with games supporting Flight Stick mode;
- is recognized in games as a real joystick (and not as a gamepad), allowing for maximum responsiveness and precision, as well as access to the joystick options available in these games.
A list of Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One games compatible with the yoke is
available at https://support.thrustmaster.com, in the Joysticks / TCA Yoke
Boeing Edition section.
This list will be added to regularly with the arrival of new Xbox Series X|S /
Xbox One games compatible with TCA Yoke Boeing Edition
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION
EXCLUSIVE PRECISION TECHNOLOGY H.E.A.R.T: HALLEFFECT ACCURATE TECHNOLOGY AND PENDUL_R TCA Yoke Boeing Edition features technologies providing it with a level of precision currently unrivaled in the world of joysticks/gaming yokes, incorporating:
- 3D (Hall effect) magnetic sensors on the roll and pitch axes, with 16-bit resolution (i.e. 65,536 x 65,536 values);
- a magnet, avoiding any friction and ensuring outstanding precision that won’t decrease over time;
- firm, linear and super-smooth tension which can be adjusted by way of the removable springs on the pitch axis (please refer to the PITCH AXIS TENSION ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE section on page 13).
THROTTLE
Your yoke features two throttle axes (13), which you can use to easily control the engine thrust.
MICROPHONE JACK FOR HEADSET (NOT INCLUDED)
Your yoke features a 1/8-inch / 3.5-mm female microphone jack (17), allowing
you to use a headset with a microphone for an even more immersive experience.
TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION CONNECTIVITY
TCA Yoke Boeing Edition features 6 axes, but allows you to directly connect a throttle and a rudder (both sold separately) at the back of the yoke. A second throttle (sold separately) can also be connected at the back of TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition (also sold separately), allowing the yoke to access up to 9 additional axes On Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One, compatible Thrustmeter devices connected via the type A USB connector will be merged with the TCA Yoke Boeing Edition device.
The only devices compatible with Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One are TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition, plus the TPR and TFRP rudder systems (all sold separately).
USING TCA QUADRANT BOEING EDITION, TPR OR TFRP RUDDER SYSTEMS WITH TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION ( sold separately)
Throttle:
TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition (sold separately) can be connected directly to the
yoke.
1. Connect the quadrant’s USB connector to the female type A USB connector
(8) located at the back of the yoke.
2. Connect the yoke’s type C USB connector (9) to one of the USB ports on
your PC or Xbox.
Rudder:
3 axes are reserved for the TPR or TFRP rudder systems (both sold separately).
The TFRP rudder system can be connected directly to the yoke.
- Connect the rudder pedals’ male RJ12 connector to the female RJ12 connector (7) located at the back of the yoke.
- Connect the yoke’s type C USB connector (9) to one of the USB ports on your PC. The TPR rudder system can be connected directly to the yoke or the quadrant (if TCA
Quadrant Boeing Edition is already connected).
- Connect the rudder pedals’ USB connector to the female type A USB connector (8) located at the back of the yoke.
- Connect the yoke’s type C USB connector (9) to one of the USB ports on your PC.
Important notes regarding the automatic calibration of axes:
- Always leave the rudder pedals’ axis perfectly centered when connecting the rudder system to the yoke. Never place your feet on the rudder pedals when doing so.
- The rudder pedals’ 3 axes automatically calibrate themselves after a few movements, and once the physical stops for the rudder’s axis and the 2 differential brake axes have been reached.
CONNECTING TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION TO TCA QUADRANT *BOEING EDITION AND TPR OR TFRP RUDDER SYSTEMS ( sold separately)**
XBOX MAPPING FOR THE 18 BUTTONS AND 6 AXES
USING A RUDDER SYSTEM CONNECTED TO THE YOKE
USING TCA QUADRANT BOEING EDITION CONNECTED TO THE
USING A SECOND TCA QUADRANT BOEING EDITION CONNECTED TO THE FIRST QUADRAN
INSTALLATION ON PC
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Set the selector switch (6) to PC before connecting the USB cable.
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Go to https://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Joysticks / TCA Yoke Boeing Edition, and then click Drivers. Download and install the PC driver and its customized interface for the Windows Control Panel.
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Once the PC driver has been installed, connect the USB connector (9) to one of the USB ports on your PC.
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To access the Control Panel, select: Start / Apps / Thrustmaster / Control Panel (in Windows 10). The Game Controllers dialogue box is displayed. The device appears onscreen with the name TCA Yoke Boeing and OK status.
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In the Game Controllers dialogue box, click Properties to test and view all features.
TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION CONNECTIVITY
TCA Yoke Boeing Edition features 6 axes, but allows you to directly connect a
throttle and a rudder system (both sold separately) at the back of the yoke. A
second throttle (sold separately) can also be connected at the back of TCA
Quadrant Boeing Edition (also sold separately), once the driver has been
installed, allowing the yoke to access up to 9additional axes.
When the two TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition throttle quadrant devices are
connected, they appear independently in the Game Controllers dialogue box as
virtual device(s)
Connecting the TPR or TFRP rudder systems (sold separately):
- The rudder system’s 3 axes are merged into virtual throttle quadrant 1&2 (Virtual TCA Q 1&2) if the rudder system is connected to the yoke or to any throttle quadrant connected to the yoke (installation of the driver is required in order to ensure proper operation).
- The rudder system’s 3 axes are merged into the throttle quadrant to which they are connected, if that throttle quadrant is directly connected to the PC.
UPDATING THE YOKE’S FIRMWARE
The firmware included in the base of TCA Yoke Boeing Edition can be updated
(meaning that it can be replaced with more recent versions incorporating
product improvements).
To view your yoke’s current firmware version and update it, if necessary: on
PC, go to https://support.thrustmaster.com, click Joysticks / TCA Yoke
Boeing Edition, then click Firmware. Follow the instructions and the download
and installation procedures.
The only devices compatible with PC are TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition, plus the TPR and TFRP rudder systems (all sold separately).
You are now ready to play!
PITCH AXIS TENSION ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
TCA Yoke Boeing Edition allows for a different feel and different resistance
on the pitch axis, by modifying the number of springs at the base of the
yoke’s column.
You can either modify the configuration or keep the default setup, depending
on your own personal preferences.
Adjust the number of springs in the column:
- Medium resistance: 3 springs (default)
- Maximum resistance: 4 springs
Never use the yoke WITHOUT springs.
T.A.R.G.E.T ADVANCED PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE
(Thrustmaster Advanced pRogramming Graphical EdiTor) Please visit https://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Joysticks / TCA Yoke Boeing Edition, then select Software. Download and install the T.A.R.G.E.T advanced programming software.Main features of T.A.R.G.E.T:
- Different possible configurations for the axes.
- Different possible programming levels: Basic, Advanced and Script.
- Use of the Drag and Drop principle.
- Ability to combine TCA Yoke Boeing Edition with various Thrustmaster joysticks (HOTAS Cougar, HOTAS Warthog, T.16000M, MFD Cougar Pack, all of which are also compatible with T.A.R.G.E.T), allowing them to be recognized as a single USB device.
- Access to advanced profiles created by the Thrustmaster community.
Important note:
The TCA Yoke Boeing Edition and TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition devices must be
directly connected to the PC in order to be recognized by the T.A.R.G.E.T
software
INSTALLING TCA YOKE BOEING EDITION IN A COCKPIT OR ON ANOTHER STATIONARY
SUPPORT
The base must be firmly attached to a table or desk using the dual metal
mounting screws (11).
The clamping range on a table or desk is 0.6–2.17 inches / 15–55 mm.
You can use the two perforations located on the underside of TCA Yoke Boeing
Edition to attach the unit to a cockpit or other stationary support using M6
screws (not included).
It is strictly forbidden to attach TCA Yoke Boeing Edition to a glass table or desk.
Please refer to your cockpit manufacturer’s user manual for all information regarding installation of the yoke. Thrustmaster accepts no responsibility in the event that the instructions are not followed.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARNING
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My yoke isn’t working properly, or seems to be improperly calibrated.
- Make sure that the selector switch (6) is in the correct position (Xbox or PC) before connecting the yoke’s USB cable to the console or PC.
- Power off your console or PC, and disconnect your yoke. Reconnect your yoke, power your console or PC back on, and restart your game.
- When connecting your yoke, keep the yoke and the rudder (if you are using a rudder) centered and do not move them, in order to avoid any calibration problems.
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My yoke is too sensitive, or not sensitive enough.
- Your yoke will automatically calibrate itself once you have made a few movements on the different axes.
- In your game’s Options / Controller / Gamepad or Joystick menu, adjust the sensitivity and dead zones for your controller (if these options are available).
- Adjust the yoke’s resistance on the pitch axis by changing the number of springs (12) at the base of the yoke’s column.
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My headset’s microphone isn’t working with TCA Yoke Boeing Edition.
TCA Yoke Boeing Edition features a USB audio device. \
When connecting a USB audio device to Windows for the first time, the default volume for all microphones is set to zero.- To resolve the problem, go to the audio settings in Windows for TCA Yoke Boeing Edition’s microphone and set the microphone level to 100%.
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My yoke makes noises sometimes.
The pitch mechanism incorporates mechanical elements for the return-to-center feature and travel damping, in order to provide a greater level of immersion. In some cases, these elements may interact with one another and generate operating noises which will not affect your product’s lifespan.
VARIOUS TIPS AND FAQs (not included in this user manual)
Go to https://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Joysticks / TCA Yoke Boeing Edition, and then click on Manual or FAQ
+This device is intended for use with respect to gaming entertainment purposes only. It is strictly forbidden to use these devices for professional training activities.
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, ifthe 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.
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
beenmodified, 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).
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CANADIAN COMPLIANCE NOTICE: this Class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations.
USA COMPLIANCE NOTICE: this equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
COPYRIGHT
© 2021 Guillemot Corporation S.A. All rights reserved. Thrustmaster® is a
registered trademark of Guillemot Corporation S.A. Produced under license from
Boeing. Boeing, 787 Dreamliner, Dreamliner with crescent moon and the
associated distinctive Boeing logos, product markings and trade dress are
trademarks of The Boeing Company. Windows® is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or in other countries. All
other trademarks and brand names are hereby acknowledged and 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
recycling and other forms of processing Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment, 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. Colors and decorations may vary. Plastic fasteners
and adhesives should be removed from the product before it is used. This
product conforms to all standards regarding children 14 years of age and
older. This product is not suitable for use by children less than 14 years of
age.
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References
- Thrustmaster - Technical support website
- Thrustmaster - Technical support website
- Thrustmaster | Wheels, Joysticks and Gamepads for video games
- Thrustmaster - Technical support website
- Thrustmaster - Technical support website
- Thrustmaster - サポート
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