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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MPX
STEERING WHEEL
VERSION 1.0
Last updated: 24-01-2023

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL STEERING WHEEL VERSION 1.0 Last updated: 24-01-2023...
  • Page 2: Before You Start

    BEFORE YOU START: Thank you for your purchase. In this manual we will provide you with the means to get started using your new steering wheel! MPX FEATURES: Full billet anodized aluminum construction 87 telemetry controllable RGB LEDs 9 ELMA encoders with push...
  • Page 3 SimHub installation To control the LEDs on the wheel, Simhub can be used. Download the lastest version of Simhub from https://simhubdash.com This manual requires a SimHub version 8.2 OR 8.3 for some functionality. Installation Unzip the downloaded file and run the setup file. To be able to continue, you will have to accept the License Agreement: Press ‘Next’.
  • Page 4 Specify the location where to install the software: Press ‘Next’. Make sure all options are checked: Press ‘Next’. 4 15...
  • Page 5 Press ‘Install’. After installation press ‘Finish’. 5 15...
  • Page 6: Initial Calibration

    ‘enter’ on your keyboard. This will open the Windows Game Controller program. Select ‘Grid by Simlab MPX’ from the list and press ‘Properties’ to access the properties window. At this moment, we offer more inputs than possible to display.
  • Page 7 Calibration Mode The calibration is a very straightforward process, but first we need to enter the Calibration Mode on the wheel itself. To activate the wheels’ calibration mode, Press and Hold the ADJUST (A) button and CALIBRATION MODE (CM) button at the same time.
  • Page 8 Clutch modes and bite-point adjustment To make the most out of the dual clutches installed, they need to be set-up to your liking and intended use. Mode selection We offer multiple modes for different uses. This can be changed on the fly on the wheel itself.
  • Page 9 Bite-point adjustment Bite-point adjustment is available only in the DUAL-CLUTCH mode. If you are not in this mode, please see the previous page on how to switch to this mode. Also, it is important that both paddles are calibrated before adjusting their behavior. Please see Page 7 before following the steps on this page, if you have not calibrated your clutch paddles already.
  • Page 10 In case you do want to go all the way with your LEDs, which we encourage, you can pick the generic ‘GRID by SIM-LAB’ device preset. In there you can add your own fully custom LED profiles, or add ones downloaded from the GRID discord: https://grid-engineering.com/discord...
  • Page 11 Press ‘GRID BY SIM-LAB MPX’ (3). Confirm by pressing ‘Ok’ (4). 11 15...
  • Page 12 As mentioned on Page 10, it is possible to use the LEDs in a more advanced way. Instead of the ‘GRID BY SIM-LAB MPX’ preset above, add the ‘GRID by SIM-LAB’ one instead. Now you get access to all individual LEDs. For their numbering, see the next page.
  • Page 13 Changing the LEDs’ functions. To change the LED effects you need to know their numbering to identify them on the wheel. The following schematic shows the LED numbering for the available inputs and RPM LEDs. The buttons and encoder knob LEDs are lit bit a number of very small but powerful LEDs.
  • Page 14 Secure all cables in such a way they can’t be tripped on or accidentally pulled from their sockets. When experiencing intermittent signal loss, we recommend using a powered USB hub. ONLY connect approved ‘GRID’ sim racing steering wheels or risk DAMAGE to your steering wheel or PC! 14 15...
  • Page 15: Bill Of Materials

    They can be reached at: support@grid-engineering.com Alternatively, we now have Discord servers where you can hang out or ask for help. www.sim-lab.eu/discord www.grid-engineering.com/discord Product page on the GRID Engineering website: 15 15...