Microsoft 1470 Accessory Wireless Controller User Manual Revised

Xbox 360 Wireless Speed Wheel

Thanks for choosing the Xbox 360 Wireless Speed Wheel. The speed wheel uses intuitive motion sensors to give you realistic performance.

Your new speed wheel offers:

• High-performance triggers for accelerating and braking.

• Strategically placed buttons and lights.

• Vibration feedback.

The speed wheel is for use with the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system. To customize the speed wheel's performance in a specific

game, see the documentation that came with your game.

Photosensitive Seizures

A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual images, including flashing lights or patterns that may

appear in video games. Even people who have no history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosed condition that can cause these

“photosensitive epileptic seizures” while watching video games.

These seizures may have a variety of symptoms, including lightheadedness, altered vision, eye or face twitching, jerking or shaking of arms or

legs, disorientation, confusion, or momentary loss of awareness. Seizures may also cause loss of consciousness or convulsions that can lead to

injury from falling down or striking nearby objects.

Immediately stop playing and consult a doctor if you experience any of these symptoms. Parents should watch for or ask their children about the

above symptoms—children and teenagers are more likely than adults to experience these seizures. The risk of photosensitive epileptic seizures

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Use of game controllers, keyboards, mice, or other electronic input devices may be linked to serious injuries or disorders.

When playing video games, as with many activities, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other

parts of your body. However, if you experience symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness,

burning sensation, or stiffness, DO NOT IGNORE THESE WARNING SIGNS. PROMPTLY SEE A QUALIFIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, even if

symptoms occur when you are not playing a video game. Symptoms such as these can be associated with painful and sometimes permanently

disabling injuries or disorders of the nerves, muscles, tendons, blood vessels, and other parts of the body. These musculoskeletal disorders

(MSDs) include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, tenosynovitis, vibration syndromes, and other conditions.

While researchers are not yet able to answer many questions about MSDs, there is general agreement that many factors may be linked to their

occurrence, including medical and physical conditions, stress and how one copes with it, overall health, and how a person positions and uses their

• Taking breaks.

• Developing a healthy lifestyle.

If you have questions about how your own lifestyle, activities, or medical or physical condition may be related to MSDs, see a qualified health

professional.

Disposable Battery Safety

These precautions apply to all products that use rechargeable or disposable batteries.

Improper use of batteries may result in battery fluid leakage, overheating, or explosion. Released battery fluid is corrosive and may be toxic. It

can cause skin and eye burns, and is harmful if swallowed.

To reduce the risk of injury:

Regulations.

• If a battery leaks, remove all batteries, taking care to keep the leaked fluid from touching your skin or clothes. If fluid from the battery comes

into contact with skin or clothes, flush skin with water immediately. Before inserting new batteries, thoroughly clean the battery compartment

with a damp paper towel, or follow the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for cleanup.

Insert batteries according to the instructions in this manual.

Caution

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Use and replace only with correct size and type (alkaline, zinc-carbon, or zinc-

chloride) of batteries.

Notice To Travelers

whenever batteries are installed and the wireless device is turned on (if it has an on/off switch).

• Insert the batteries into the wheel.

Install the Speed Wheel Software

Use one of the following methods to install the speed wheel software on your console.

When you connect to Xbox LIVE, your console updates automatically. The speed wheel software is included in the update.

Installing from Xbox LIVE is recommended for the latest speed wheel software. If you do not have Xbox LIVE access, use the supplied software disc.

Install the software using the included disc:

1 Start your console and load the disc. The update will install automatically.

2 When the installation confirmation message appears, remove the disc, and then restart your console.

Install the software using a USB drive:

Insert Batteries

The speed wheel uses AA (LR6) alkaline batteries. The battery release button and battery door are on the bottom of your speed wheel.

To insert batteries into the speed wheel:

The battery door opens.

performance, AA rechargeable batteries are not recommended.

The light on the right handle of the wheel flashes while connecting. When the wireless connection is completed, one segment on the wheels's

light ring illuminates.

USING YOUR SPEED WHEEL

Speed Wheel Controls

Your speed wheel has several controls that you can use for wheel setup and gameplay. These include buttons, lights, and triggers, which are

located on the handle bars and in the center of the speed wheel.

Center Controls

The controls in the center of the speed wheel include the Start button, Back button, and the Guide button. The light ring surrounds the Guide

Handle Bar Controls

The controls on the handle bar include the accelerator trigger, the brake trigger, and the A, B, X, and Y buttons.

Squeezing the accelerator trigger on the right handle bar makes your vehicle go faster. The A, B, X, and Y buttons behave the same as on your

Xbox controller.

Squeezing the brake trigger on the left handle bar makes your vehicle slow down. The directional pad behaves the same as on your Xbox

controller.

When you use your speed wheel with driving games, it acts like a steering wheel and ignores unwanted motion like pitch, yaw, and roll. However,

when you use your wheel with a game that supports motion on three axes, the wheel responds accordingly.

To start your speed wheel:

Speed Wheel Does Not Work

Turn on the speed wheel by pressing the Start button or Guide Button and connect the wheel to your console. If the console lights spin longer

than 15 seconds when connecting:

• Move the speed wheel closer to the console.

• Make sure the batteries are fully charged and inserted correctly.

• Keep the console and speed wheel at least three feet away from large metal objects, such as file cabinets and refrigerators.

• Metallic decorations or stickers on the console or speed wheel can interfere with performance. Remove decorations and try connecting again.

• Make sure the front of the console is positioned in the direction of the racing wheel and away from nearby walls.

• Cordless phones (2.4 GHz), wireless LANs, wireless video transmitters, microwave ovens, and some mobile/cell phones can interfere with the

operation of the speed wheel. Turn these off or unplug them and try connecting again.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for more suggestions.

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