SUPERDRIVE GS 550 Steering Racing Wheel Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- SUPERDRIVE
Table of Contents
GS 550 Steering Racing Wheel
Owner’s Manual
Buttons layout
TABLE
Type| PS4| XBOX SERIES XIS /
XBOX ONE /PC (X-Input)| PC (Direct Input)
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Action Keys| | A
B
X
Y
RB
LB
RT
LT| 2
3
1
4
6
5
8
7
D-Pad| up
down
left
right| up
down
left
right| up
down
left
right
Functions| OPTIONS
SHARE| Menu
View| 10
9
Direction| Left analog stick| Left analog stick| ←/→
Left paddle
Right paddle| L1
R1| LB
RB| 7
8
Left pedal
Right pedal| U
R2| LT
RT| 1
2
Gearshift| L1
R1| LB
RB| 7
8
Mode| HOME| XBOX button| 13
Before the first use
Thank you for purchasing the RACING WHEEL GS 550. Before using the wheel, please read this instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
Features
- The RACING WHEEL GS 550 is compatible with XBOX SERIES X/S, XBOX ONE, PS4, PS3, PC (X-Input & Direct Input)
- It is compatible with all the racing games on those platforms
- An official controller is required to use the wheel on XBOX SERIES X/S, XBOX ONE, PS4
- Compatible with Windows Vista/7/8/10
- 270 degree steering rotation
- Steering sensitivity control (3 positions)
- 8 programmable keys for tailor made button configuration for use with different racing games
- Dual motors vibration-effect
- Fully analog driving control for more realistic driving experience
- Spring-loaded acceleration and brake control pedals
Default buttons configuration
The default buttons configuration is preset according to GRAN TURISMO buttons configura-tion. See table on page 3.
Installation
Set up the wheel on PS4
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Make sure that the PS4 is turned off.
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Plug the wheel cable into a USB port from the console.
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Plug the cable of the pedals into the steering wheel.
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Plug an official PS4 controller in the USB port located on the wheel, use the provided USB/Micro USB cable.
IMPORTANT: the controller must be switched off. -
Turn on the console using the power button on the PS4.
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The red LED of the wheel stays lit. Press the HOME button on the wheel to connect it to the console.
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The steering wheel is now ready to use.
Set up the wheel on XBOX SERIES X/S and XBOX ONE
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Make sure that the XBOX is turned off.
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Plug the wheel cable into a USB port from the console.
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Plug the cable of the pedals into the steering wheel.
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Plug an official XBOX controller in the USB port located on the wheel, use the provided cable.
IMPORTANT: the controller must be switched off. -
Turn on the console using the power button on the XBOX.
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The red LED of the wheel stays lit, as the XBOX button on the controller. Press the HOME button on the wheel to connect it to the console.
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The steering wheel is now ready to use.
Set up the wheel on PC
- Turn on the PC.
- Plug the cable of the pedals into the steering wheel.
- Connect the USB cable of the wheel to any of the USB ports of the PC. A Windows utility starts automatically to install the device. At the end of that operation, the red LED remains on, the wheel is now ready to use.
IMPORTANT: The steering wheel uses the X-Input protocol by default, so it
is compatible with the latest games. Some older games use the Direct Input
protocol. To switch to Direct Input mode, press and hold the Home/Mode button
for 3 seconds, the LED will flash once to indicate the change. This mode will
then be used by default. You can switch from one mode to another at any time
by holding down the Home/Mode button for 3 seconds.
To set up the wheel in Direct Input mode, install the driver before connecting
the wheel to the PC: www.superdrive-gaming.com
Set up the wheel on PS3
- Make sure that the PS3 is turned off.
- Plug the wheel cable into a USB port from the console.
- Plug the cable of the pedals into the steering wheel.
- Turn on the console.
- Press the HOME button of the wheel to activate the connection.
- The red LED of the wheel stays lit, the steering wheel is now ready to use.
Programming function
You can now play GRAN TURISMO or any other racing games that use the default button configuration. For other games, you have 2 options to make the right button configuration:
- You can either go to the Options/Controllers menu In the game and create your own configuration. The advantage is that you can save it for later gaming sessions.
IMPORTANT: The RACING WHEEL GS 550 is identified as a “game controller” in the commands menu of the games. If you wish to modify the button configuration in the game, go to the “game controller” section, not to the “steering wheel” section.
- You can also use the programming function “on-the-go” of the RACING WHEEL GS 550. It enables you to create the configuration you want without going in the Options menu of the game, but that configuration will not be saved. This wheel has a built-in program function: you can assign a new function to some buttons to make your own driving comfort and experience.
8 keys can be programmed:
- Left paddle
- Right paddle
- Left pedal
- Right pedal
- Gearshift +
- Gearshift –
- L3
- R3
Programming procedure
- Press the PROG key for 3 seconds, the green LED lights up.
- Then press any of the 8 programmable keys (listed above) to set up a new function. The green LED flashes.
- Finally press the button that you would like to reassign to the programmable key ( , / , O, Ll, R1, 12, R2). The green LED turns off, the key is now programmed.
- Repeat the above steps to program other buttons if necessary.
Reset one programmed key
- Press the PROG key for 3 seconds, the green LED lights up.
- Then press on the programmed key that you would like to reset. The green LED flashes.
- Press the button that you would like to reset again. The green LED turns off, the key is now reset to default.
Reset all the programmed keys
- Press the PROG key for 3 seconds, the green LED lights up.
- Press OPTIONS/Menu button for 4 seconds The green LED turns off, all keys are now reset to default.
You can also unplug the wheel for resetting the configuration.
Sensitivity adjustment
The sensitivity control is designed for a better steering control adapted to the different types of racing game environments, such as Off-Road, Grand Prix racing, etc. To adjust the sensitiv-ity, follow those steps:
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Press the SHARE/View and OPTIONS/Menu keys simultaneously for 3 seconds, the green LED lights up.
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Press the SHARE/View to display the current sensitivity status.
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Press the SHARE/View again to adjust the direction sensitivity selection, and cycle in the following way:
o Medium, green LED flashes: steering angle is small, good for quick turns racing games
o High, green LED flashes fast: steering angle is very small, good for very quick turns, corner turning, etc.
o Low, green LED flashes slowly: steering angle is normal, adapted to most of the racing games -
Press UP of the D-Pad to confirm that the sensitivity function adjustment is complete.
Tioubleshoodng
If the steering wheel doesn’t work after the connection, unplug it, turn the console off and follow the set up steps cautiously in the right order. On XBOX SERIES X/S, XBOX ONE. PS4, make suns that the controller that you plug Into the wheel Is powered off. After checking that, follow the steps again.
Precautions of uses
- Do not use this product for other purposes than the ones described in this document.
- The wheel should not be used in humid places, splashed or be placed near objects filled with liquids, such as vases. After use, keep the wheel in a dry place.
- Never attempt to disassemble or reconstruct it by yourself.
- Do not apply any excessive pressure to the device and do not apply it to violent shock.
- Stop using this unit immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience discomfort or pain in your hands and/or arms while operating the product. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.
- Take breaks every 30 minutes.
- Place the wheel away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, fire or extreme cold. Exposure to extreme temperatures may damage the body, the internal circuitry of the device.
- Do not let unattended children play with the wheel. Do not allow children to play with cords. This product contains small parts that may cause choking if swallowed. This product is not intended to be used by children under 3 years of age.
Contact and Customer Support
Please feel free to contact your Subsonic team for more information about the RACING WHEEL GS 550 or other products in our range of peripherals. [email protected]
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CONTACT & SUPPORT
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