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Summary of Contents for Asetek Invicta Pedals T.H.O.R.P. II

  • Page 1 Sim Racing Pedals Manual...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the Asetek SimSports Invicta™ pedals ® T.H.O.R.P.™ II. You have made an excellent choice! We are sure the Invicta™ pedals will help you take your sim racing career to the next level. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced racer, you will now be able to reach ultimate immersion.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.4 General Specifications ............................6 5.6 Custom Pedal Mapping............................38 3. Product Overview ................................ 7 6. Compatible Products ..............................39 4. Getting Started ................................8 6.1. Asetek SimSports Invicta™ Clutch ......................39 ® 4.1 Installing your Pedals ............................8 6.2. Universal Footrest ............................... 40 4.1.1 Tools Required ...............................

  • Page 4: Foreword

    The serial number can be found on the bottom of the base plate and written here for your convenience: This manual is written for the end-user of the Asetek SimSports ® Invicta™ Pedals T.H.O.R.P.™ II. (hereon after: “pedals”) and...

  • Page 5: Symbols Used

    Asetek. This manual or any parts thereof may only be published, transmitted, displayed, or made available to a third party with express written permission from Asetek SimSports ®...

  • Page 6: Box Contents

    Invicta™ Pedals T.H.O.R.P.™ II Brake & Throttle pedal combo • Safety information • Warranty statement • Asetek SimSports sticker sheet ® • USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable (Two (2) meters) • USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable (Two (2) meters) •...

  • Page 7: Videos

    2.1 Intended Use On the Asetek SimSports YouTube channel ® , you will be able to find Thank you for purchasing the Asetek SimSports Invicta™ (https:/ /www.youtube.com/aseteksimsports) ® tutorial videos which, in detail, demonstrates numerous ways Pedals T.H.O.R.P.™ II; you have made an excellent choice! the pedals can be set up and used.

  • Page 8: Compatibility

    2.2 Compatibility • Unauthorized removal or modification of parts or safety devices of the product; Platform(s) PC (Windows 10, 11) • Use of spare parts or accessories that Asetek SimSports has not ® approved; Games Assetto Corsa/Competizione/EVO GRID (2019)/2/Autosport/Legend •...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    3. Product Overview Throttle pedal arm Throttle pedal face plate Brake pedal arm Brake pedal face plate Locking thumb nut Throttle pedal stop Rod clevis lock pin Rod clevis RGB LED strip Heel rest Lock nut Throttle preload force adjustment Brake pedal stop Throttle spring Locking thumb nut...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    4. Getting Started 4.1.3 Mounting to your Rig This section will teach you how to get your pedals set up and The pedals are intended to be solely used while mounted to a running. Later in the manual, you will learn much more about sim racing rig.
  • Page 11 The baseplate is designed to be used with M6 screws, and holes in your rig should be with Ø6,4 diameter. It is also compatible with the included M6 slot nuts. The Asetek SimSports Invicta™ T.H.O.R.P.™ II pedals are designed ®...
  • Page 12 (4) M6 slot nuts (depending on your rig). If there are no holes available or they do not line up, you can use the mounting hole schematics available here: https:/ /www.asetek. or continue to step 5: com/simsports/product/invicta-pedals-thorp-2/ Mark the drilling locations.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Pedals

    4.2 Adjusting the Pedals above, and there is no opportunity to change that specifically to any driver. It is just physics that you will have the most efficient braking when the brake pedal is at a 90-degree angle. Avoid eye contact with the lubrication grease and wash hands thoroughly after adjustment. It is essential to make sure you have the correct pedal angle in any racing style.

  • Page 14: Pedal Face Plate Adjustments

    4.2.1 Pedal Face Plate Adjustments Do not use a power drill, as this may damage the screws. Invicta™ pedal face plates can be adjusted along the X and Y-axis. It will allow the pedals to accommodate a variety of different shoe sizes and increase performance and comfort for anyone using the pedals.

  • Page 15: How Does The T.h.o.r.p.™ Ii System Function

    4.2.2 How Does the T.H.O.R.P.™ II System Function You have chosen to buy an updated version of the most realistic When full pedal travel is obtained, the slave cylinder will hit a brake system ever made for sim racing. In any given race car, the mechanical stop, just like in a real race as described above.
  • Page 16 (passed the “soft stage”). position. Try to lift your hand with your eyes closed and reach the same spot within 0,5 mm 10 times in a row, and you will get the That is the Asetek SimSports Invicta™ T.H.O.R.P.™ II ®...
  • Page 17 On the flip side, your muscle memory can memorize a pressure extremely accurately, meaning going around a track, your muscle memory can make you brake the same way again and Should you wish to change the pedal stops, and thereby the again.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Brake Pedal Angle

    4.2.3 Adjusting the Brake Pedal Angle Remove the clevis lock pin To adjust the brake pedal angle, you will have to remove the clevis attaching the T.H.O.R.P.™ II. brake cylinder. To achieve this, you must first unlock the thumbnut on the rod. Please be aware that edges on the rod clevis can be sharp Swing the cylinder out of the way...
  • Page 19 When the cylinder is out of the way, you can adjust the Once you have achieved your desired position, tighten the pedal stops by loosening the locking thumbnut locking thumbnut Adjust the pushrod length by turning the clevis until it perfectly matches up with the hole in the pedal arm. Push the pedal slightly forward, and rotate the thumbscrew Re-insert the clevis lock pin.

  • Page 20: Throttle Pedal Angle Adjustment

    4.2.4 Throttle Pedal Angle Adjustment Push the pedal slightly forward, and rotate the thumbscrew (Clockwise to move the pedal forwards, Counter-Clockwise You can adjust the pedal stops on the throttle pedal by to move the pedal backwards) loosening the locking thumbnut Remove the rod clevis and lift up the rod.

  • Page 21: Throttle Preload Adjustment

    4.2.5 Throttle Preload Adjustment Turning clockwise, loosen the uppermost thumbnut, which locks the lowermost thumbnut in place. It is the one closest to the pedal itself. Always remember that the spring must not act as a stop, instead adjust the throttle pedal stop (see 4.2.7 throttle travel distance adjustment) For the Invicta™...
  • Page 22 Turn the uppermost thumbnut counterclockwise to re- Adjust preload on the spring by turning the bottom tighten it, locking the bottom thumbnut in its position. thumbnut (in contact with the spring): Counterlockwise to tighten the preload, making the throttle require more force to engage. Clockwise to reduce the preload, making the throttle require less force to engage.

  • Page 23: Throttle Spring Replacement

    4.2.6 Throttle Spring Replacement Lift the rod free of the pedal arm. To give you a variety of different customization options, that allow you to bridge the gap between sim racing and real world racing with precision, we include two (2) springs with the Invicta™...
  • Page 24 At this point you can also access the installation point beneath, easily Reinsert the rod clevis lock pin, and make sure it is locked firmly into place Remove the spring from the rod Install your new spring on the rod Reinsert the rod with spring, into the pivot bracket Make sure the mounting of the pedal is set and all parts are secured tightly before use...

  • Page 25: Throttle Travel Distance Adjustment

    4.2.7 Throttle Travel Distance Adjustment Use an allen key to adjust the height of the allen screw. The throttle can have its travel distance adjusted. This allows you to set a new pedal stop of your throttle pedal – essentially reducing the distance of activation and the feeling of resistance as you move through less of the available spring distance.

  • Page 26: Adjust The Brake Pedal Attack Point

    4.2.8 Adjust the Brake Pedal Attack Point Remove the clevis lock pin. Push the Rod clevis lock pin upward to detach the pedal arm from the rod clevis and pull Adjusting the brake pedal attack point allows you to customize the pin outwards.
  • Page 27 Identify the brake rod mounting holes on the brake pedal Adjust the pushrod length by turning the clevis until it perfectly matches up with the chosen hole in the pedal arm. Align the brake pedal rod with the lower hole of Re-insert the clevis lock pin.

  • Page 28: Swapping Elastomers

    4.2.9 Swapping Elastomers Turn the brake cylinder cap counter-clockwise until it comes out of the shaft. Swapping the included elastomers will allow you to customize the resistance on your brake pedal. Be aware that by adjusting which elastomer you use, you effectively change the amount of travel you get with a certain amount of applied force.
  • Page 29 Take of the elastomer guide from both the top and bottom Place the elastomer with elastomer guides attached all of the elastomer inside of the brake cylinder Choose your preferred elastomer — see section 4.2.10 for hardness Attach the elastomer guide on the new elastomer Grab the cylinder cap and screw it onto the brake cylinder clockwise, until you can feel light resistance from the top of the elastomer.
  • Page 30 Tighten the orange lock nut on the most outer part of the brake cylinder by rotating it counter-clockwise to brake cylinder cap. Recalibrate the pedals in RaceHub™...

  • Page 31: Elastomer Types

    • Road cars: Soft or Extra Soft Colors Firmness Note: Please be aware that only the included elastomer lengths, Extra Hard hardness’s and types, or those sold on the Asetek SimSports ® Webshop, are officially supported by Asetek SimSports . Failure ®...

  • Page 32: Brake Pedal Preload Adjustment

    4.2.11 Brake Pedal Preload Adjustment Push the Rod clevis lock pin upward to detach the pedal arm from the rod clevis and pull the pin outwards. To simulate the caliper/pad to disc gap that exists in any real car – we have implemented a solution that easily lets you adjust just how much gap you want to use.
  • Page 33 Push the brake pedal arm slightly forwards by pressing Tighten the locking thumbnut on the brake adjustment on it with your hand and loosen the locking thumbnut. screw clockwise to secure it. Turning the clevis rod counter-clockwise will decrease the length of the brake rod, giving you some ‘play’ before you actively engage the brake.
  • Page 34 Push the pedal arm forwards aligning it with the pin hole of the rod clevis, and push the rod clevis lock back in its place. Recalibrate your pedals in RaceHub™. Make sure the mounting of the pedal is set and all parts are secured tightly before use...

  • Page 35: Connecting To Your Pc

    4.3 Connecting to your PC When installing your pedals, you will find that the USB Type-C female connector is pointing towards the throttle, not towards In our relentless quest to make your experience as seamless and the pedal set’s rear. This was a very intentional choice on our immersive as possible, we have gone to great lengths to simplify side to make sure you will not accidentally break the connector.

  • Page 36: Start Racing

    5. RaceHub™ Adjustments Plug the Type-C end into your pedals and the Type-A end into your PC. Your PC will recognize the Asetek SimSports Invicta™ ® Pedals T.H.O.R.P.™ II. Proceed to install RaceHub™ and configure your pedals to your liking (See section 5 for instructions).

  • Page 37: Racehub™ Updating

    RaceHub™ allows you to make a plethora Push the calibrate button ® of adjustments to your Asetek SimSports Invicta™ Pedals T.H.O.R.P.™ II, it will allow you to adjust pedal maps, calibrate your pedals, adjust the aRGB lighting, and much more.

  • Page 38: Deadzone Adjustments

    5.4 Deadzone Adjustments Follow the on screen instructions Done! Your calibration will carry over into all the supported In RaceHub™, you will be able to set both top and bottom games. deadzones on all your pedals. Once your pedals are calibrated, only a few unique scenarios will A bottom deadzone allows you to slightly activate your pedal cause a need for recalibration: without engaging the brake.

  • Page 39: Maximum Brake Force Adjustment

    100% brake application, you can calibrate whichever pressure you want to equal 100%. We suggest the following settings for deadzone when using the Asetek SimSports Invicta™ pedals, which is how it is calibrated ® from our factory.

  • Page 40: Custom Pedal Mapping

    5.6 Custom Pedal Mapping As we briefly mentioned, a real race car will not have a linear throttle response. An example will be an Audi R8 LMS GT3, One of the great features of RaceHub™ is the ability to map the which has less activation of the throttle at the beginning of the curves of your pedals precisely to your liking.

  • Page 41: Compatible Products

    /www.asetek.com/simsports/product/invicta-pedals-clutch/ Asetek SimSports offers compatible products to increase ® your experience driving with the Invicta™ Pedals T.H.O.R.P.™ II even further. These can be purchased at the Asetek SimSports ® webshop or at Asetek SimSports authorized dealer. ® 6.1. Asetek SimSports Invicta™...

  • Page 42: Universal Footrest

    6.2. Universal Footrest The all-aluminum footrest, for the throttle pedal, carries over design elements of Asetek SimSports , allowing the driver to rest ® the foot during long races. Imagine driving 24H endurance races, even in a static position it will naturally be exhausting for your body, and especially legs as you don’t have the opportunity to put the car in cruise control.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    7.3 Spare Parts We suggest you clean the throttle with regular intervals (6 months) with a soft, dry, clean cloth. We strongly advise you to only use original Asetek SimSports ® If unwanted rubbing sounds occur, we suggest using PTFE Dry spare parts.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Sometimes unforeseen issues occur. But do not worry, we are here to help. If you are having issues we suggest consulting the FAQ and Troubleshooting of Pedals on: https:/ /www.asetek.com/simsports/knowledge-base/general- faq/ https:/ /www.asetek.com/simsports/knowledge-base/ troubleshooting/ If you are not able to find a solution on the FAQ or...

  • Page 45: Safety

    9. Safety The device must not be exposed to rain or humidity to avoid This product contains components that the user cannot • • the risk of fire and electric shock. repair. Opening parts of the product may compromise the safe use of the product and will void the warranty.

  • Page 46: Commissioning & Sustainability

    10.1 Packaging environmentally sound manner. All packaging is made out of paper and cardboard. All our If you feel uncertain about how to recycle any Asetek SimSports ® cardboard and paper products are labeled with the FSC product, we suggest getting in touch with our dedicated mark, ensuring maximum reusability and that the forests are customer support team, who will happily help you.

  • Page 47: Production

    We, Asetek, as manufacturer, declare that the Invicta™ products from the brand Asetek, are tested according to all relevant CE standards/regulations and passed all tests. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found and downloaded from: https:/ /www.asetek.com/simsports/declarations/...

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