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1.2 Videos

On the Asetek SimSports YouTube channel

(https://www.youtube.com/aseteksimsports)

, you will be able to find 

tutorial videos which, in detail, demonstrates numerous ways 
the pedals can be set up and used. You will also find additional 
information about the development and ambition for the Invicta 
Pedals.

1.3 Manual version

This manual is version 1.0.
You will always be able to find the latest version of the manual at 

https://www.asetek.com/simsports/product/invicta-pedals-clutch/ 

1.4 Support & Contact

Should you stumble upon further questions that are not covered 
in this manual or any of our detailed instruction videos, we 
encourage you to contact our friendly support staff at

[email protected] 

 

2. Product

2.1 Intended Use

Thank you for purchasing the Asetek SimSports Invicta Clutch 
pedal; you have made an excellent choice! Asetek SimSports 
Invicta pedals will bring you to the next level of your Sim Racing 
career. Whether you are a beginner or experienced gamer, you 
will feel the immersion of being in a real race car while racing the 
tracks across the globe in the virtual space. 

The Asetek SimSports Invicta Clutch pedal is designed to be 
used in competitive sim racing. The clutch can be directly 
connected to the Asetek SimSports Invicta Brake & Throttle, 
with seamless and intuitive installation. The Asetek SimSports 
Invicta Brake & Throttle pedals can be bought in our webshop or 
at an Asetek SimSports authorized dealer. Do not use the pedals 
without mounting, for they may shift during use. 

Note: The clutch cannot be used as a standalone product

Recommended ages 15 and above.

The pedals are intended for indoor use only. 

Summary of Contents for Invicta Sim Racing Clutch

Page 1: ...1 Invicta Sim Racing Clutch Manual ...

Page 2: ... made an excellent choice We are sure the Invicta Clutch 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 Prepare yourself to feel like you are in a real race car ...

Page 3: ... 1 Pedal Face Plate Adjustments 14 4 2 2 Clutch Pedal Angle Adjustment 15 4 2 3 Clutch Preload Adjustment 16 4 2 4 Clutch Travel Distance Adjustment 17 4 2 5 Change Clutch Pedal Curves 18 4 2 6 Adjust Clutch Pivot Bracket 21 4 3 Start Racing 23 5 RaceHub Adjustments 23 5 1 RaceHub Download 23 5 1 1 RaceHub Installation 23 5 1 2 RaceHub Updating 24 5 2 Introduction 24 5 3 Pedal Calibration 24 5 4 D...

Page 4: ...nual is unclear please contact Asetek SimSports Support available on www asetek com simsports support Serial Number Please note the serial number on your product before contacting the support The serial number can be found on the bottom of the base plate and written here for your convenience Asetek Denmark A S Assensvej 2 9220 Aalborg East Denmark www asetek com A S E T E K Model Name P C 1 Produc...

Page 5: ...We strongly encourage you to read through this manual thoroughly in its entirety The Invicta pedals are a premium product made to fit each user They have an excellent baseline adjustment out of the box and we strongly encourage you to drive for 5 hours with the baseline adjustments before changing anything After that your full immersion racing experience is unlocked when they are adjusted to your ...

Page 6: ...ns the following components and accessories Invicta Clutch pedal Safety brief Manual This document Warranty statement Asetek SimSports sticker sheet M6x5 set screw x2 M6x20 bolt x2 M6 Slot nut x2 Washer x2 M6 Hex nut x2 Guiding pin x2 ...

Page 7: ...duct 2 1 Intended Use Thank you for purchasing the Asetek SimSports Invicta Clutch pedal you have made an excellent choice Asetek SimSports Invicta pedals will bring you to the next level of your Sim Racing career Whether you are a beginner or experienced gamer you will feel the immersion of being in a real race car while racing the tracks across the globe in the virtual space The Asetek SimSports...

Page 8: ...tions Use that varies from or exceeds the given operating conditions Failure to comply with the instructions in this manual Failure to eliminate faults malfunctions or defects of the product that impose safety risks Unauthorized removal or modification of parts or safety devices of the product Use of spare parts or accessories that Asetek SimSports has not approved Mounting and or use of any parts...

Page 9: ...p Clutch Pedal stop Locking thumb nut Heel rest RGB LED strip Guiding pin holes Bezel for guiding cable Clutch curve adjustment Lock nut Clutch preload force adjustment Clutch pivot pin bushing Rod clevis Clutch pedal arm Spring lock pins Clutch spring Pivot bracket Pivot bracket ...

Page 10: ...llen key 5 mm not included Key wrench not included Note Use the allen keys supplied with the Asetek SimSports Invicta Brake Throttle 4 1 2 Optional Tools Depending on your rig and mounting preference you may also need the following tools Pencil or marker Screwdriver Power drill 4 1 3 Mounting to your Rig The pedals are intended to be solely used while mounted to a sim racing rig The clutch has two...

Page 11: ... to withstand an extreme amount of force Therefore it is paramount that you install them on a very rigid base Ideal conditions are aluminium profile cockpits or a thick metal baseplate as a minimum we recommend 3 mm steel Mounting your pedals 1 Carefully remove excess dust and debris from the installation location 2 Dismount the Invicta Brake Throttle 3 Unscrew the M6x5 set screws from the brake t...

Page 12: ... Make sure that the holes in the guiding pins are pointing upwards 5 Place the clutch next to your brake throttle 6 Use the guiding pins to align the clutch to the brake and throttle 7 Insert the guiding pins of the clutch into the holes on the side of the brake throttle ...

Page 13: ... If there are holes available 12 Mount the clutch to the existing holes using two 2 provided M6x20 bolts two 2 washers and two 2 hex nuts or two 2 M6 slot nuts depending on your rig 9 Route the cable under the Invicta Brake Throttle through the bezel and insert the cable to the Invicta Clutch 8 Use the four 4 M6x5 set screws from above to secure the guiding pins in place ...

Page 14: ... 2 Ø6 4 mm holes 15 Mount the pedal to the holes using the two 2 provided M6x20 bolts two 2 washers two 2 hex nuts or two 2 M6 slot nuts depending on your rig Remember to attach the Invicta Clutch to the Invicta Brake Throttle before mounting described from step 4 to 11 Congratulations You have successfully mounted your Asetek SimSports Invicta pedals to your rig Enjoy the ride Do not use the peda...

Page 15: ...thecorrectpedalangleinany racingstyle Settingthiscorrectlywillallowyou tousemuscle memory to youradvantage andmakeyou goevenfaster around thetrack Theclutchisset upin itsdefaultconfiguration outofthebox to giveyoumaximum immersion Inother words theyaresetuptobe focusedonrealism likewhatyouwouldfindinarealracecar In combinationwiththeInvictaBrake Throttle theInvictaClutchis asdefaultposition furthe...

Page 16: ...rease performance and comfort for anyone using the pedals To adjust the position follow these easy steps 1 Remove the screws with an allen key from the pedal face plates 2 Align the pedal arms holes with the pedal face plates desired holes Only use the holes marked green for mounting 3 Insert and fasten the screws with an allen key Note The screws can bite hard so be careful not to overtighten or ...

Page 17: ...edal The adjustment is a simple process Simply follow the instructions below 1 You can adjust the pedal stops on the clutch pedal by loosening the locking thumbnut 3 Once you have achieved your desired position tighten the locking thumbnut 2 Push the pedal slightly forward and rotate the thumbscrew Clockwise to move the pedal forwards counterclockwise to move the pedal backwards ...

Page 18: ... spring length increasing the amount of force needed to activate the clutch initially Doing so will keep the clutch curves the same but change the initial power required to activate it Adjusting the clutch preload can be done in three 3 simple steps 1 Turning clockwise loosen the uppermost thumbnut which locks the lowermost thumbnut in place It is the one closest to the pedal itself 2 Adjust prelo...

Page 19: ...not the spring 4 2 4 Clutch Travel Distance Adjustment The clutch can have its travel distance adjusted This allows you to set a new pedal stop of your clutch pedal essentially reducing the distance of activation and the feeling of resistance as you move through less of the available spring distance The process can be done in four 4 simple steps 1 Loosen the thumbnut on the pedal stop behind the p...

Page 20: ...ften has a light force at end of the travel before the pedal kicks back The Asetek SimSports Invicta Clutch allow the end user to switch between different the force curve settings You can adjust the clutch pedal curves by switching between the four available holes in the pivot bracket visualized in the above illustration 4 Recalibrate your clutch in RaceHub ...

Page 21: ...curve tells mechanically when you hit the real bite point feeling which is reached at the peak of the increase before the curve declines again The Y Axis describes the force required and X axis describe the travel 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 22: ...o get fastest out of the grid To adjust the clutch curve 1 Loosen the spring tension locknut completely 2 Remove the spring locking pins 3 Remove the clutch pivot pin and bushing to release the clutch tension spring 4 Align the clutch tension spring to the desired hole in the pivot bracket ...

Page 23: ...dal is set and all parts are secured rightly before use 4 2 6 Adjust Clutch Pivot Bracket You can choose to have the clutch pivot in two positions As default the pivot bracket is mounted in the most forward position furthest away from the pedal arm By moving the clutch pivot bracket you can change the bite point relative to pedal travel Please be aware that edges on the rod clevis can be sharp 1 R...

Page 24: ...n the pivot bracket with the adjacent holes underneath the baseplate 5 Screw the four screws underneath the baseplate back into the pivot bracket 6 Make sure to have the pedal angle in the most backwards position see section 4 2 2 7 Lower the rod and re insert the rod clevis lock pin ...

Page 25: ...oftware that we have developed from the ground up It is called RaceHub and will take care of your every need RaceHub unlocks things you would not dare to dream and is continuously updated 5 1 RaceHub Download RaceHub is available for download in its newest version on our website www asetek com simsports racehub 5 1 1 RaceHub Installation After completing the download from our website double click ...

Page 26: ...vailable in a highly user friendly interface that allows for quick and easy customization that not only gives you complete control but does it in a manner where you are constantly in focus teaching you everything you need to know to become a power user and expert sim racer The settings that you choose in RaceHub will be applied to all the supported games found in section 2 2 Compatibility ensuring...

Page 27: ...top and bottom deadzones on all your pedals A bottom deadzone allows you to slightly activate your pedal without engaging the clutch For example if you rest your foot on the pedal A top deadzone allows you to modify the point of full activation In the case of a clutch pedal this would allow you to reach 100 clutch before your clutch pedal reaches full activation and the mechanical pedal stop This ...

Page 28: ...ls you will find a 1 1 relation between the amount pressed on the pedal and the response in game This is not how things work in real racing so why should it be this way in your sim rig The answer is it should not and our pedal maps help you avoid just that We have made a few preset curves that mimic typical scenarios but RaceHub also allows complete customization of your pedal curves Click drag an...

Page 29: ...nstead use the functionality in RaceHub 6 Maintenance Owning a set of Invicta pedals means a minimum of maintenance needed However we do have a few suggestions that will help you keep your pedals feeling supreme 6 1 Clutch Maintenance We suggest you clean the clutch with regular intervals 6 months with a soft dry clean cloth If unwanted rubbing sounds occur we suggest using PTFE Dry Spray Do not u...

Page 30: ...t the Asetek SimSports support via www asetek com simsports support 7 Troubleshooting Sometimes unforeseen issues occur But do not worry we are here to help If you are having issues we suggest consulting the FAQ on www asetek com simsports product invicta pedals clutch If you are not able to find a solution on the FAQ please consult our friendly and knowledgeable support staff via www asetek com s...

Page 31: ...e product when in use Only one person may use the product at any given time Keep other persons away from the product when in use Keep the product and the power cord away from children and pets This product contains components that the user cannot repair Opening parts of the product may compromise the safe use of the product and will void the warranty Do not disassemble this product beyond what is ...

Page 32: ...egularly check our vendors to make sure they are upholding their commitments About FSC www fsc org en fsc labels If you need to dispose of your packaging please use the appropriate paper waste stream in your country to dispose of the packaging Naturally we hope you want to keep it around we are quite proud of it 9 2 Product Asetek SimSports is committed to making products that will last However we...

Page 33: ...used minimizing waste 10 Declaration of Conformity We Asetek as manufacturer declare that the Invicta products from the brand Asetek produced in Denmark are tested according to all relevant CE standards regulations and passed all tests The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found and downloaded via www asetek com simsports product invicta pedals clutch ...

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