# Drive Hub Owners Manual

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<details>

<summary>Page Contents</summary>

[**Before Purchase**](#before-purchase)

[**Know Drive Hub**](#know-drive-hub)

[**Functionality**](#functionality)

[**Plan Your Setup**](#plan-your-setup)

&#x20;  [P1 & P2 Buttons](#p1-and-p2-buttons)

&#x20;  [Digital Display](#digital-display)

&#x20;  [Port LEDs](#port-leds)

&#x20;  [RPM LED](#rpm-led)

&#x20;  [Console Port](#console-port)

&#x20;  [Controller Port](#controller-port)

&#x20;  [Wheel/Controller Port](#wheel-controller-port)

&#x20;  [Accessory Port](#accessory-port)

&#x20;  [Use on PS3®](#use-on-ps3-r)

&#x20;  [Headsets](#headsets)

[**Next**](#next)

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## <img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FAxZjR1Kq5upokst3cBmq%2Fdrivehublogo1.png?alt=media&#x26;token=26eb5380-ebc5-473d-a273-5855149c341d" alt="" data-size="line"> Before Purchase!

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* [x] Review the "[**Compatibility List**](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/compatibility)" to ensure the wheels, accessories, consoles, and games you want to use are compatible with Drive Hub.

{% hint style="danger" %}
Ignoring the list or assuming support will just be added later can lead to costly mistakes.
{% endhint %}

* [x] Determine whether your wheel is compatible (<mark style="color:green;">**native**</mark>) or incompatible (<mark style="color:red;">**non**</mark><mark style="color:red;">-</mark><mark style="color:red;">**native**</mark>) with your console.  This distinction will affect how you connect everything to Drive Hub and which items are needed.
* [x] Depending on your setup, you may need additional items such as an authenticating controller, cables, adapters, and a powered USB hub.  This will be covered in "[**Plan Your Setup**](#plan-your-setup)".

***

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## <img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FAxZjR1Kq5upokst3cBmq%2Fdrivehublogo1.png?alt=media&#x26;token=26eb5380-ebc5-473d-a273-5855149c341d" alt="" data-size="line"> Know Drive Hub

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Drive Hub is quite capable, performing feats ranging from bringing a list of old and new wheels to modern consoles, to bridging together top-tier racing equipment from mixed brands.  With unrivalled compatibility, you may think it a miracle box, but be mindful of what it can and can't do...

## <img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FAxZjR1Kq5upokst3cBmq%2Fdrivehublogo1.png?alt=media&#x26;token=26eb5380-ebc5-473d-a273-5855149c341d" alt="" data-size="line"> Functionality

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<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="374">What it can do</th><th>What it can't do</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>What it can do</strong></mark></td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>What it can</strong>'<strong>t do</strong></mark></td></tr><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>Can</strong></mark> translate/convert a wheel on its <a href="../compatibility#compatible-racing-wheels"><strong>Compatibility List</strong></a> to appear as an appropriate supported wheel of the console.</td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>Can</strong>'<strong>t</strong></mark> be used with wheels not on its <a href="../compatibility#compatible-racing-wheels"><strong>Compatibility List</strong></a>.</td></tr><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>Can</strong></mark> be used with <strong>Xbox Series X</strong>|<strong>S</strong>®, <strong>Xbox One</strong>®, <strong>PS5</strong>®, <strong>PS4</strong>®, <strong>PS3</strong>® <strong>GT5</strong>/<strong>6</strong>.  <em>Non-native wheel on PS5® requires HORI® Wired Mini Gamepad, HORI® Fighting Commander OCTA switched to PS4® mode, or NACON® Wired Compact Controller.</em></td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>Can</strong>'<strong>t</strong></mark> be used with Android, iOS, Switch, PC, XCloud®, Xbox 360®, or any unsupported gaming platforms.</td></tr><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>Can</strong></mark> effectively adapt Sensitivity &#x26; Force Feedback (FFB) for wheel supporting games on its <a href="../compatibility#supported-games"><strong>Compatibility List</strong></a>.  Supports <a href="fanlogimodes#logitech-r-g-pro-trueforce-11-nm"><strong>Logitech</strong>® <strong>G Pro 11 Nm TrueForce</strong></a> overcoming GT7 cap.</td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>Can</strong>'<strong>t</strong></mark> guarantee functionality with games not on its <a href="../compatibility#supported-games"><strong>Compatibility List</strong></a>.  <em>Incompatible with controller only games.</em></td></tr><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>Can</strong></mark> support <a href="fanlogimodes#fanatec-r-mode-f"><strong>Fanatec</strong>® <strong>mode</strong></a> on PS4/5®, for its features, buttons, and display, if supported<em>.</em></td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>Can</strong>'<strong>t</strong></mark> be used with accessories not on its <a href="../compatibility#compatible-usb-accessories"><strong>Compatibility List</strong></a>.</td></tr><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>Can</strong></mark> mix &#x26; match accessories on its <a href="../compatibility#compatible-usb-accessories"><strong>Compatibility List</strong></a>.  Handbrake support for Logitech® on Xbox®, and on PS4/5® via <a href="fanlogimodes#logifan-mode-fff"><strong>LogiFan mode</strong></a>.  Legacy Logitech® accessories for other wheels via Co-Pilot <em>(separate purchase).</em></td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>Can</strong>'<strong>t</strong></mark> remap.  All mapping is carefully decided by Drive Hub team.  <em>Xbox® supports less wheel buttons/cannot use extra buttons on PS®/PC wheels.</em></td></tr><tr><td><mark style="color:green;"><strong>Can</strong></mark> provide <a href="manual/rpmgauge"><strong>RPM LED gauge</strong></a> presenting real time feedback on PS4/5®.</td><td><mark style="color:red;"><strong>Can</strong>'<strong>t</strong></mark> provide RPM LED gauge on Xbox®.</td></tr></tbody></table>

## <img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FAxZjR1Kq5upokst3cBmq%2Fdrivehublogo1.png?alt=media&#x26;token=26eb5380-ebc5-473d-a273-5855149c341d" alt="" data-size="line"> Plan Your Setup

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This section will familiarize you with Drive Hub, additional items you may need to source, and the overall planning of your setup.

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### P1 & P2 Buttons

As of newer Drive Hub firmware, "**P1**" button will reboot the device, whereas "**P2**" button will enter its Firmware Update mode.

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### Digital Display

<img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FCkmgsrFO2sCSBYCMaiid%2F3.jpeg?alt=media" alt="" data-size="line"> Upon a successful connection, Drive Hub will indicate the detected wheel before settling on a solid <mark style="color:red;">**0**</mark> (PS3® displays an <mark style="color:red;">**E**</mark> instead.  For other consoles <mark style="color:red;">**E**</mark> usually suggests a problem with the authenticating controller or a cable issue).

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### Port LEDs

LEDs for the "**Controller**", "**Wheel**/**Controller**", and "**Accessory**" ports will light up when successfully connected, which can help with troubleshooting controller or cable issues!

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### RPM LED

<img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FSTRCk2Ided3QTqgjzSaP%2Frpmled.png?alt=media&#x26;token=444289b7-5a74-4f7b-8a8f-bad412f3f3c5" alt="" data-size="original">

"**RPM LED**" gauge is for <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">/</mark><mark style="color:blue;">**5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> consoles only.  It will present real time feedback from your game, which is ideal if your wheel lacks this feature.

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### Console Port

"**Console**" port is for connecting to your console for use, but it is also for [**updating Drive Hub**'**s firmware**](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/updatingfirmware) (to avoid issues, only set up Drive Hub after you have installed the latest firmware version).

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### Controller Port

"**Controller**" port's use depends on whether your wheel is <mark style="color:green;">**native**</mark> or <mark style="color:red;">**non**</mark><mark style="color:red;">-</mark><mark style="color:red;">**native**</mark> to your <mark style="color:green;">**Xbox**</mark><mark style="color:green;">®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> console:

As a <mark style="color:green;">**native wheel**</mark> already <mark style="color:green;">**supports**</mark> your console, there is <mark style="color:green;">**no need for an authentication controller**</mark><mark style="color:green;">.</mark>  A native wheel must be plugged into the "**Controller**" port to pass through and function optimally, leaving the "**Wheel**/**Controller**" port often empty in such setups.  For <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®,</mark> this avoids a costly purchase of a compatible specialty controller.  :exclamation: Be aware that if your wheel has a true <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> mode, you must still use the <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> mode, even on <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®.</mark> :exclamation:

For a <mark style="color:red;">**non**</mark><mark style="color:red;">-</mark><mark style="color:red;">**native wheel**</mark> that <mark style="color:red;">**does not support**</mark> your console, an <mark style="color:red;">**authentication controller**</mark> must be plugged into the "**Controller**" port:

<details>

<summary>Expand - <mark style="color:green;">XB Series X|S®</mark> / <mark style="color:green;">XB1®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">PS4®</mark></summary>

<mark style="color:green;">**Xbox**</mark><mark style="color:green;">®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> Consoles:  To authenticate a <mark style="color:red;">**non**</mark><mark style="color:red;">-</mark><mark style="color:red;">**native wheel**</mark><mark style="color:red;">,</mark> you require the appropriate standard controller from <mark style="color:green;">**Microsoft**</mark><mark style="color:green;">®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">**Sony**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®.</mark>

:warning: Ensure the cable you source to connect your controller is of high quality and certified for data transfer!

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<details>

<summary>Expand - <mark style="color:blue;">PS5®</mark></summary>

<mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> Console:  To authenticate a <mark style="color:red;">**non**</mark><mark style="color:red;">-</mark><mark style="color:red;">**native wheel**</mark><mark style="color:red;">,</mark> you require a supported <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> <mark style="color:blue;"></mark><mark style="color:blue;">**Specialty Controller**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">;</mark> HORI® Wired Mini Gamepad, HORI® Fighting Commander OCTA switched to PS4® mode, or NACON® Wired Compact Controller:

:warning: Due to the strict security measures <mark style="color:blue;">**Sony**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> has in place, you <mark style="color:red;">**CANNOT**</mark> use the standard <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> DualShock® or any <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> controller, DualSense® or otherwise, for <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> authentication with Drive Hub.  If you try, your wheel setup will frequently disconnect.

"<mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> <mark style="color:blue;"></mark><mark style="color:blue;">**Specialty Controllers**</mark>" beyond the three listed "**may**" also work but compatibility is <mark style="color:red;">**NOT**</mark> guaranteed.  If you do happen to confirm that one works, please let us know at [**support**@**collectiveminds**.**ca**](mailto:support@collectiveminds.ca)

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{% hint style="danger" %}
Drive Hub was packaged before USB-C was used in consoles.  For a controller with a USB-C port, you will need a [**USB A to C cable**](https://t.ly/RPNXB).  Ensure it supports data transfer!
{% endhint %}

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### Wheel/Controller Port

"**Wheel**/**Controller**" port is for a <mark style="color:red;">**non**</mark><mark style="color:red;">-</mark><mark style="color:red;">**native wheel**</mark> that <mark style="color:red;">**does not support**</mark> your <mark style="color:green;">**Xbox**</mark><mark style="color:green;">®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">**PS5**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> / <mark style="color:blue;">**PS4**</mark><mark style="color:blue;">®</mark> console.  It can often be repurposed as an extra accessory port in native wheel setups.

{% hint style="info" %}
For "**Microsoft**® **360 Wireless Wheel**" use, source a "**360 Wireless Gaming Receiver**" for the "**Wheel**/**Controller**" port.  The official Microsoft® one, or an [**unofficial one**](https://cronus.shop/en-ca/products/xbox-360-wireless-gaming-receiver).

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For "**Thrustmaster**® **TX**/**TS**-**XW Wheel**" on older PS4/5® games **prior** to around **Fall 2019**, you will need to downgrade your wheel firmware to play these older games.  See more details [**here**](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/tx-tsxw-downgrade).
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### Accessory Port

"**Accessory**" port is for pedals, shifters, and handbrakes that your wheel <mark style="color:red;">**does not support**</mark> through a direct connection.  You can also mix brands for that "dream setup".  If you "can" connect an accessory natively to your wheel and it works, it is recommended to do so as your wheel will then power it.  Otherwise, to plug in more than one accessory, overall power draw will determine what you can get away with.  In native wheel setups with two low-power accessories, you can repurpose the empty "**Wheel**/**Controller**" port for one of the accessories.  However, if you have three accessories, or a high-power draw accessory, you will need a powered USB hub plugged into the wall to connect to the "**Accessory**" port.

{% hint style="info" %}
An accessory may require an additional purchase to adapt it to the USB "**Accessory**" port, such as Thrustmaster® T.RJ12 USB Adapter or Fanatec® ClubSport USB Adapter, detailed on the [**Compatibility List**](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/compatibility).  Legacy Logitech® accessories not connected to a Logitech® wheel require Co-Pilot (separate purchase).

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Accessories may require initial configuration on Windows PC, e.g. pedal calibration.  Fanatec® CS 1.5 via ClubSport Adapter must be set to handbrake through its software.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="danger" %}
After introducing new pedals, fully press down each pedal individually for about 10 seconds, then release fully.  This will calibrate Drive Hub to the full pedal range.
{% endhint %}

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### Use on PS3®

For a native or non-native wheel with Drive Hub on a **PlayStation**®**3** console, it must always be plugged into the "**Wheel**/**Controller**" port regardless.  **Do not use an authentication controller**!  Drive Hub will display an <mark style="color:red;">**E**</mark> but in this case it means <mark style="color:red;">**E**</mark><mark style="color:red;">mulator.</mark>

{% hint style="info" %}
PS3® support is ONLY for two games:

**Grand Turismo**® **5** & **6**.
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### Headsets

<mark style="color:red;">**Please be aware wheels DO NOT support headsets**</mark><mark style="color:red;">!</mark>  This means a non-functional 3.5mm audio port on any controller connected to Drive Hub for the purpose of authenticating a non-native wheel.  You will need to use another solution, such as a wireless headset or USB wired headset if supported.

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## <img src="https://435576633-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FN2Hc1z2C5wRVJGZNZsHv%2Fuploads%2FAxZjR1Kq5upokst3cBmq%2Fdrivehublogo1.png?alt=media&#x26;token=26eb5380-ebc5-473d-a273-5855149c341d" alt="" data-size="line"> Next

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{% content-ref url="manual/updatingfirmware" %}
[updatingfirmware](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/updatingfirmware)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/nativewheelsetup" %}
[nativewheelsetup](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/nativewheelsetup)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/nonnativewheelsetup" %}
[nonnativewheelsetup](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/nonnativewheelsetup)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/fanlogimodes" %}
[fanlogimodes](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/fanlogimodes)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/rpmgauge" %}
[rpmgauge](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/rpmgauge)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/tx-tsxw-downgrade" %}
[tx-tsxw-downgrade](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/tx-tsxw-downgrade)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/360receiver" %}
[360receiver](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/360receiver)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="manual/ps3setup" %}
[ps3setup](https://collectiveminds.gitbook.io/drivehub/manual/ps3setup)
{% endcontent-ref %}