Fanatec PWTS & CSP Tips/Tricks [19-04-2010 | DH | Comments (0) ]
SimHQ Feature
Tips and Tweaks:
The Fanatec Porsche 911 Turbo S Wheel and Clubsport Pedals
by "Chunx"

After writing the review of Fanatec’s Porsche 911 Turbo S Wheel (PWTS) and Clubsport Pedals (CSP), I thought it might be a good idea to offer my own personal tweaks and settings for this high-fidelity sim racing controller. As the physics and controller laws vary from one racing sim title to another, so too do the tweaks and settings for the controller being used.

Fanatec Porsche GT3 RS Wheel [19-04-2010 | DH | Comments (0) ]
SimHQ Review: The Fanatec Porsche GT3 RS Wheel

Fanatec PWTS Wheel and CSP [01-03-2010 | DH | Comments (0) ]
Review: The Fanatec Porsche 911 Turbo S Wheel and Clubsport Pedals

SimHQ Contributing Motorsports Editor "Chunx" reviews the latest from Fanatec.

Noisy G27 Video [21-10-2009 | DH | Comments (0) ]
This G27 makes shocking noises!!

check it out HERE!

G27 Review Up now !! [19-08-2009 | DH | Comments (0) ]
Head to https://www.insidesimracing.tv to check it out !

SimHQ Review: Logitech G27 [19-08-2009 | DH | Comments (0) ]
A SimHQ exclusive review on the just-announced product from Logitech. Reviewed by "Chunx".

This week on Inside SimRacing TV! [17-02-2009 | DH | Comments (0) ]
Fanatec Carrera + Club-sports. A first look at the yet to be released Porsche 911 Carrera Wheel and pedal set for the PC and PS3 as well as the Clubsport pedals by Fanatec.

Logitecg G25 Review [05-06-2008 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
I write this review not from the perspective of a gamer, but of a middle-aged automotive enthusiast with real-world motorsports experience who has since 2000 built and maintained a PC expressly for the purpose of driving racing simulation game titles.

SNES Super Mario Kart on the Force Dynamics 301 [29-04-2008 | JZ | Comments (3) ]
As it says in the video, we've spent years building our reputation as a leader in driving simulation... and we're releasing this anyway!

Hope you enjoy it!

David.

Ultimate Formula 1 Simulator [19-02-2008 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
We have recently finished building our latest Formula 1 Simulator. Using the moulds and several genuine components from a top running 2007 F1 car, it is the closest possible representation of a modern Formula 1 car.

I think it is the most realistic simulator built to date, in every way possible identical to a real Formula 1 car.

Running the faithful rFactor it provides an entertaining and realastic simulation package.

New Virtual Roadster Kit Model [24-01-2008 | JZ | Comments (2) ]
I have some good news I’d like to share with my fellow simracers. I’m pleased to announce, after many years of work, the new Virtual Roadster racing simulator cockpit Kit model is now ready for delivery. And at 1/3 the price of the earlier prototype version!

Precision made in Europe out of laser cut steel, the kit packs in a 7" deep box for economical shipping and storage. Streamlined with custom machined stainless steel accents, the new cockpit refines the original's sleek lines and bold stance.

Designed for strength, the chassis is built solidly from 6mm aluminum plate and 45mm steel tubes. Both eye-catching and rugged, the Virtual Roadster is perfect for public events, able to withstand the most aggressive of drivers. With a steel framed, reclining racing seat mounted on regulation sliders, the cockpit fits drivers from 5' to 6'-6" and so far, up to 350lbs!

The retail price is for the Virtual Roadster Kit, seat and sliders is $795, optional G25 Stick Deck prototype is $99.

Please visit the website: https://www.virtualroadster.com for photos and details.

In addition, there are two videos on YouTube:

The CAD assembly animation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzxQfECGdUM

The Virtual Roadster in action:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_XnI11Pzl4&feature=user

Thanks for your time and I am eager to hear your opinion of the model, website and videos.

Kind Regards,
Ted Heys

Force Dynamics' 401 is Out [22-01-2008 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
That's right... We put another axis on it, added a hundred, and there's a new baby at Force Dynamics! The 401 is basically a 301 with an added rotation axis that lets you feel the way the car is moving under you - the tail sliding out, rotation into and out of a corner, and so on. With 180 degrees of yaw at 90 degrees per second, we're not aware of any commercially available motion system which can match its specs, for any price.

The extra axis makes the 401 suitable for serious car control training - and one hell of a lot of fun!


Check out our page for the 401 [URL="https://www.force-dynamics.com/content/whatis401.php"]here[/URL] or look at the youtube video directly [URL="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ld6xT5yfbhw"]here.[/URL]

Or, if you want a higher quality version, grab it [URL="https://www.force-dynamics.com/content/video.php"]here.[/URL]

Enjoy!

David W.

Full Size 6DoF F1 Simulator [30-06-2007 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
This simulator, first delivered in June 2006,
is the world's first F1 simulator purposely
designed, built and tuned, with respect to hardware,
software and content. No Playstations here ;)


The GP-XL-B simulator features a full size
Formula One car with all details and realism up
till the BBS rims and racing tires. Of course,
the racing chassis has no engine and this room
is used to store a long list of electronics,
computers, sensors and other hardware.

Launch of the NIXIM Racecraft [16-05-2007 | JZ | Comments (3) ]
Launch of the NIXIM Racecraft Mark 2 at the London Hilton.

Dateline July 8 2007

Venue; Hilton London Olympia

Hilton Hotels are a sponsor of Mclaren F1, and is to hold a live F1 event for 350 invited guests at the above venue.

The race will be transmitted to the venue direct from Silverstone with commentary by Martin Brundle.

NIXIM will be launching the new Racecraft range at the event with a Silverstone hot lap competition to see who can set the fastest lap around the oldest circuit in F1 history.

Prizes over the day will include signed tea shirts by the two Mclaren team drivers Lois Hamilton and Fernando Alonso, - culminating in a Playstation 3 for the fastest overall drive, donated by Hilton Hotels.

The launch will include two Racecraft GT simulators fitted with large LCD flatscreens, tactile speakers, Logitech G25�s, and all the latest equipment available to Simracing.
Naturally the two simulators will be in Mclaren and Renault livery, it was not thought suitable to show a red car at this event.

Although the main prize is a Playstation 3 , NIXIM hope to give a taste of PC Simracing to as many of the rich and famouse as possible which is in line with NIXIM�s general Simracing promotion and goals.

Introduction to Formula One Simulator [19-12-2006 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
The SimDeck Formula racing car is from the SimDeck division of ICE AV Technology Ltd. An actual car that can be road raced or used in any virtual environment like Live For Speed, rFactor, GTR or similar.

The vehicle is designed for 7 - 16 year old or small size adults. Our full size racing car is underway and will be released in the near future.

Every racing car is fully fitted as a complete system. Turn the key and road race or connect to the computer and race in some of the major world Grand Prix's and race tracks that puts you directly into the drivers seat and relive the adrenalin of high speed racing.

SimDeck simulation platforms use the revolutionary ICE Digital Daytime screen technology enabling perfect huge size images in well lit environments. We have a range of technologies to recreate the reality of road racing, including VRF Corporation force feedback system that accurately recreates the feel of road, tyre, engine and speed vibrations.

SimDeck Formula Racing cars are available for lease, rental and franchise purchase.
The perfect entertainment and promotional tool for birthdays, retail promos and expos.

SimDeck Simulators also use eDimensional technology to enable 3D sterescopic viewing for both drivers and viewing audience.

Further platforms will be developed under the SimDeck brand.
Full details of the SimDeck division will appear in the near future at www.simdeck.com In the meantime please call +64-9-443 7531 or email sales[at]simdeck[dot]com.


Features
� Steering column force feedback
� Momo designed steering wheel with multi button controls
� Audio transducers create realistic computerised virtual world
� 110cc motor and 4 position gear box
� Digital Daytime High Res screen for daytime use