Heusinkveld ULTIMATE+

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Summary

Mount Your Pedals

Mounting Pedals to Baseplate

Secure pedals using flanged M6 bolts to a baseplate or rigid base. Longer bolts are provided for different pedal thicknesses.

Adjusting Pedal Position and Angle

Optimize pedal position and angle for ideal ergonomics and driving comfort.

Connect Your Pedals

Connecting Pedals to Controller Box

Plug each pedal into the corresponding port on the controller box.

Connecting Controller Box to PC

Connect the controller box to your PC via the provided USB cable.

SmartControl and SmartControl Live

Extra Information and Support

Extra Information and Tutorials

Access additional information, tutorials, and SmartControl software via the website.

Customer Support

Contact the support team via email for any questions or installation assistance.

Community and Recycling

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Overview

Function Description
Usage Features
Mounting Your Pedals
Adjusting Pedal Position and Angle
Connecting Your Pedals
Extensive Adjustments for Personalization
SmartControl & SmartControl Live Software
Maintenance Features
Support and Community
Environmental Responsibility
Certifications

The Heusinkveld Ultimate+ pedals are high-performance sim racing peripherals designed to provide a realistic and highly customizable driving experience. This quick start guide outlines the essential steps for mounting, connecting, and adjusting the pedals, along with information on advanced software features and support resources.

Function Description

The Heusinkveld Ultimate+ pedal set consists of three individual pedals: throttle, brake, and clutch. Each pedal is engineered for precision and durability, aiming to replicate the feel and response of real race car pedals. The system is designed to connect to a PC via a controller box, translating physical pedal inputs into digital signals for simulator software. The pedals are pre-calibrated, ensuring they are ready for use once connected and assigned within your preferred simulator. The robust construction, featuring metal components, ensures longevity and consistent performance under intense use.

Usage Features

Mounting Your Pedals:

The Ultimate+ pedals are designed for secure mounting to a Heusinkveld Ultimate+ Baseplate or any other rigid base. The mounting process involves using flanged M6 bolts (Torx 25). To accommodate different thicknesses of pedal plates, longer bolts are included in the package. This flexibility ensures compatibility with various sim racing rigs and setups, allowing users to integrate the pedals seamlessly into their existing cockpits. Proper mounting is crucial for stability and to prevent any movement during aggressive driving, which could compromise the realism and precision of the input.

Adjusting Pedal Position and Angle:

A key feature for optimal ergonomics and personalized comfort is the ability to adjust both the pedal position and pedal angle. This allows users to fine-tune the setup to match their natural foot position and driving style, reducing fatigue and improving control during long racing sessions. The adjustable range for the pedal angle is from 15° to 95°, offering a wide spectrum of configurations to suit individual preferences. This level of adjustability is vital for achieving a comfortable and effective driving posture, which can significantly impact performance.

Connecting Your Pedals:

Connecting the pedals is a straightforward process. Each pedal plugs into a corresponding port on the small controller box, which features a metal enclosure for durability. For users with a 2-pedal set, the clutch port can be left empty. Once the pedals are connected to the controller box, a provided USB cable connects the controller box to your PC. This simple plug-and-play connectivity ensures that users can quickly set up their system and get into the action. The pre-calibrated nature of the pedals means that once connected, they are ready to be assigned within your favorite simulator software without requiring initial calibration steps.

Extensive Adjustments for Personalization:

The Ultimate+ pedals offer a comprehensive suite of adjustments, allowing users to tailor the feel and response of each pedal to their exact preferences. These adjustments cover various aspects of pedal performance:

All Pedals:
- Pedal Angle: As mentioned, this allows for ergonomic customization to suit individual driving postures.
- Pedal Plate Height: Adjusting the height of the pedal plate further enhances ergonomic flexibility, ensuring comfortable foot placement.
- Hydraulic Damper Resistance: This adjustment allows users to control the damping effect, influencing the speed and smoothness of pedal return, mimicking different vehicle types or driving conditions.
Throttle & Clutch Specific Adjustments:
- Pedal Travel: Users can set the maximum range of motion for these pedals, which can be useful for fine-tuning sensitivity or matching the feel of specific cars.
- Overall Pedal Force: This adjustment allows for modification of the total force required to fully depress the pedal, providing a heavier or lighter feel.
- Pedal Spring Preload: Adjusting the spring preload affects the initial resistance of the pedal, influencing how quickly the pedal engages and its initial feel.
Brake Specific Adjustments:
- Total of 9 Resistance Settings: The brake pedal offers a wide range of resistance settings, allowing users to simulate various brake systems, from soft street car brakes to stiff race car brakes. This extensive range enables precise tuning of brake feel, which is critical for consistent braking performance in sim racing. The manual provides a visual representation of possible brake curve settings, illustrating the non-linear response that can be achieved.

SmartControl & SmartControl Live Software:

Heusinkveld provides powerful software tools to further enhance the customization and functionality of the Ultimate+ pedals:

SmartControl: This desktop application allows users to configure advanced pedal settings. Key features include:
- Non-linear Pedal Output Curves: Users can create custom output curves for each pedal, allowing for precise control over how physical pedal input translates into digital output. This can be used to make pedals more or less sensitive in specific parts of their travel, mimicking real-world vehicle characteristics or compensating for personal driving styles.
- Pedal Deadzones: Deadzones can be set at the beginning and end of the pedal travel to prevent unintended inputs or to fine-tune the engagement point.
- Brake Pedal Force: SmartControl allows for detailed adjustment of the brake pedal force, complementing the physical resistance settings.
- Unlimited Profiles: Users can save an unlimited number of custom settings as profiles, making it easy to switch between different configurations for various cars, tracks, or racing disciplines. This feature is invaluable for serious sim racers who demand specific setups for different scenarios.
SmartControl Live: This companion tool allows users to activate and change their SmartControl settings on the go. This means profiles can be applied and settings adjusted while driving, providing unparalleled flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing race conditions or personal preferences in real-time without interrupting the simulation. This live adjustment capability is a significant advantage for competitive sim racers.

Maintenance Features

While the manual primarily focuses on initial setup and usage, the robust construction of the Heusinkveld Ultimate+ pedals implies a design for minimal maintenance. The use of high-quality metal components ensures durability and resistance to wear and tear. The modular design, with individual pedals and a separate controller box, suggests that components can be serviced or replaced if necessary, although detailed maintenance instructions are typically found in more comprehensive manuals or support resources. The emphasis on adjustability also means that components like springs and dampers are designed to be accessible for tuning, which indirectly contributes to their longevity by allowing users to optimize their performance and reduce undue stress.

Support and Community:

Heusinkveld provides extensive support resources for its users:

Extra Information & Tutorials: The official website (heusinkveld.com/support/product-manuals) hosts comprehensive information, detailed tutorials, and the SmartControl software. This ensures users have access to in-depth guides for making all the available adjustments and fully utilizing the software's capabilities.
Pit Stop for Your Questions: A dedicated Support Team is available via email (support@heusinkveld.com) to assist with any questions regarding products, installation, or troubleshooting.
Join Our Community: Heusinkveld encourages users to join their community on various social media platforms (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X) for shared experiences, tips, and updates.

Environmental Responsibility:

Heusinkveld emphasizes responsible recycling. The packaging of the Ultimate+ pedals is made from paper and cardboard, encouraging users to follow local guidelines for recycling these materials. This commitment to environmental responsibility reflects a broader awareness of sustainable practices.

Certifications:

The product is CE Certified, indicating compliance with European safety, health, and environmental protection requirements. Further details on certifications can be found on the Heusinkveld website (heusinkveld.com/ce-certifications).

In summary, the Heusinkveld Ultimate+ pedals are a sophisticated and highly adjustable sim racing peripheral designed for serious enthusiasts. Their robust construction, extensive customization options through physical adjustments and advanced software, and comprehensive support resources make them a premium choice for achieving a realistic and immersive sim racing experience.