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Thrustmaster T248 User Manual

Thrustmaster T248 User Manual

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FOR XBOX ONE, XBOX SERIES X|S AND PC
User Manual
WARNING:
To ensure that your T248 racing wheel functions correctly with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
and PC games, you may be required to install the game's automatic updates
(available when your console or PC is connected to the Internet).
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  • Page 1 User Manual WARNING: To ensure that your T248 racing wheel functions correctly with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC games, you may be required to install the game’s automatic updates (available when your console or PC is connected to the Internet).

  • Page 2: Technical Features

    1 T248 base 10 Xbox button 2 Wheel rim 11 DISPLAY button 3 T-RDD (Thrustmaster Race Dash Display) screen 12 MENU button on Xbox consoles 4 Encoder selector switch and encoder push function 13 Attachment system 5 + and - encoder selector switch...
  • Page 3 18 Large threaded hole (for attachment system 22 Racing wheel’s USB-C connector 23 Mini-DIN connector for Thrustmaster and fastening screw) 19 Threaded holes for attachment to a racing shifter, handbrake or hub (sold separately) cockpit (not included) 24 RJ12 connector for pedal set...
  • Page 4 WARNING Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and save it for later reference. Warning – Electrical shock * Keep the product in a dry location and do not expose it to dust or sunlight. * Do not twist or pull on the connectors and cables. * Do not spill any liquid on the product or its connectors.
  • Page 5 * Do not let any dust build up on the air vents. For safety reasons, never use the pedal set with bare feet or while wearing only socks on your feet. THRUSTMASTER DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE EVENT OF INJURY RESULTING ®...
  • Page 6 ALWAYS NEVER NEVER Warning – Pedal set pinch hazard when playing * Keep the pedal set out of children’s reach. * During gameplay, never place your fingers on or anywhere near the sides of the pedals. * During gameplay, never place your fingers on or anywhere near the pedal’s rear base. * During gameplay, never place your fingers on or anywhere near the pedal’s front base.
  • Page 7 ATTACHING THE RACING WHEEL Attaching the racing wheel to a table or a desktop Start by connecting on the underside of the wheel: - the power adapter (21); - the quick release USB-C cable (17a) to the USB-C connector (22); - the T3PM pedal set (24).

  • Page 8: Attachment / Removal

    ATTACHMENT / DIRECTION REMOVAL To tighten: Turn the screw counterclockwise To release: Turn the screw clockwise 8/30...
  • Page 9 3. If necessary, you can also screw the standard attachment system (13, 14) into the large threaded hole (18). The T248 racing wheel’s setup diagrams for cockpits and other supports are available at https://support.thrustmaster.com: click Racing Wheels / T248, and then Template - Cockpit Setup.

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION OF THE WHEEL The wheel automatically self-calibrates when you plug the racing wheel into an electrical outlet and connect the racing wheel’s USB connector to the Xbox console or to the PC. During this phase, the racing wheel will rotate quickly towards the left and the right, covering a 900 degree angle, before stopping at the center.
  • Page 11 You are now ready to play! Please note: - The list of games compatible with the Xbox console and the T248 racing wheel is available here: https://support.thrustmaster.com (in the Racing Wheels / T248 / Games Settings section). This list is updated regularly.
  • Page 12 3. Connect the USB-A cable (17b) to a USB-A port on your PC. You are now ready to play! Please note: - In the Control Panel and in games, the racing wheel is recognized under the name Thrustmaster Advanced Racer. UPDATING THE RACING WHEEL’S FIRMWARE Visit https://support.thrustmaster.com.
  • Page 13 MAPPING FOR XBOX CONSOLES D-PAD Right D-PAD Up D-PAD Left D-PAD Down Please note: - The screen displaying telemetry information (T-RDD) is currently not compatible on Xbox consoles (it is only compatible on PC). - Some features (encoders, number of action buttons) are limited by the console protocol. - On Xbox, the LSB and RSB buttons on the racing wheel are only functional in some upcoming games (the list of games with this feature is updated regularly).
  • Page 14 - The E1, E2, E3 and E4 encoders function in most games. - The screen displaying telemetry information functions in games compatible with the Thrustmaster SDK. The list of compatible games is available here: https://support.thrustmaster.com (in the Racing Wheels / T248 / Games Settings section). This list is updated regularly. 14/30...

  • Page 15: Mode Button

    MODE BUTTON DISPLAYING INFORMATION ON THE RACING WHEEL, AND CONFIGURING THE RACING WHEEL AND PEDAL SET Press the MODE button (9) to enter the MODE menu. Only the first two segments are displayed when you are in this menu. Use the directional buttons (7) in this menu as follows: Navigation Screen Information / Options...
  • Page 16 FFB PROFILE DIAGRAM FFB 1 The FFB 1 effect provides linear Force Feedback. The force that you feel is 100% proportional to the force requested by the game. FFB 2 and FFB 3 The FFB 2 and FFB 3 effects boost the Force Feedback in order to accentuate the force that you feel in relation to the force requested by the game.

  • Page 17: Display Button

    (in games for PC compatible with the display) Please note: - The list of games for PC compatible with the T-RDD (Thrustmaster Race Dash Display) screen is available here: https://support.thrustmaster.com (in the Racing Wheels / T248 / Games Settings section). This list is updated regularly.
  • Page 18 - Validate your choices by pressing the DISPLAY button (11). - The directional buttons (7) are disabled in games and in the console’s interface when the DISPLAY button is enabled. VARIOUS TIPS AND FAQs Visit https://support.thrustmaster.com. Click Racing Wheels / T248, and then Manual or FAQ. 18/30...
  • Page 19 T3PM PEDAL SET 19/30...
  • Page 20 TECHNICAL FEATURES 1 Pedal set 6 Elastomer cushioning ring (white – Shore 70) 2 Additional hard spring (black) 7 Upper plastic spacer (red) 3 2.5 mm Allen key 8 Soft spring (silver – installed by default) 4 Spring retaining rod 9 Lower plastic spacer (red) 5 Upper retaining head with washer 20/30...
  • Page 21 Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and save it for later reference. For safety reasons, never use the pedal set with bare feet or while wearing only socks on your feet. THRUSTMASTER DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE EVENT OF INJURY RESULTING ®...

  • Page 22: Automatic Calibration Of The Pedal Set

    AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION OF THE PEDAL SET IMPORTANT - Never connect the pedal set to the racing wheel’s base (or disconnect it from the base) when it is connected to the Xbox console, or during gameplay (this could result in improper calibration). Always connect the pedal set before connecting the racing wheel to the console.
  • Page 23 0.47 inches/12 mm, so as not to risk damaging the pedal set’s internal components. The pedal set’s setup diagrams for cockpits and other supports are available at https://support.thrustmaster.com: click Racing Wheels / T3PM, and then Template - Cockpit setup. 23/30...
  • Page 24 ADJUSTING THE PEDAL SET Each of the three pedals includes: - A pedal arm (10) with two perforations. - A plastic head support (11) (placed between the head and the arm) with four perforations. - A metal head (12) with multiple perforations (nine for the accelerator – six for the brake – six for the clutch).
  • Page 25 Adjusting the SPACING of the three pedals - Using the included 2.5 mm Allen key (3), unscrew the two screws holding the metal head (12) and its support (11) in place. - Select your preferred position (to the left, centered, or to the right), then replace and re-tighten the screws so that the metal head (12) and its support (11) are held firmly in place.
  • Page 26 INCLUDED SET OF BRAKE SPRINGS 4 possible configurations and settings for the brake pressure force This mod lets you experience a different feel and resistance when braking. You can choose to install it or not, according to your preferences. Medium Brake resistance Soft Hard...
  • Page 27 4. Adjust the upper retaining head with washer (5) and position it in its location. 5. Strongly compress the spring in order to place the spring retaining rod (4) in its location A video showing how to change the spring is available at https://support.thrustmaster.com: click Racing Wheels / T3PM.

  • Page 28: Consumer Warranty Information

    (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).

  • Page 29: Technical Support

    (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).

  • Page 30: Environmental Protection Recommendation

    COPYRIGHT ©2021 Guillemot Corporation S.A. All rights reserved. Thrustmaster® is a registered trademark of Guillemot Corporation S.A. Manufactured and distributed by Guillemot Corporation S.A. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox “Sphere” Design, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.