CONTENTS 1 Introduc on 1.1 General Safety Instruc ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 Grounding Instruc ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3 Ergonomic and Health Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 5 5 2 Liability Disclaimer 6 3 Cockpit Compa bility 3.1 Next Level Racing GTul mate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 Next Level Racing GTtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 6 7 4 Installa on 4.1 Assembly Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2 Technical Data . . . . . . .
CAUTION READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT. Save this document for future reference. If you transfer ownership of this product, be sure to include the instruc ons. 1 Introduc on Next Level Racing would like to thank you for choosing the Next Level Mo on Pla orm V3, a revolu onary product developed in coopera on with leading mo on physics researchers, simula on experts, so ware engineers, and professional drivers and pilots.
1.1 General Safety Instruc ons To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, or injury: • Use the pla orm for its intended use only, according to the instrucons. • Always turn all switches off and unplug the pla orm from the electrical outlet before hardware installa on, maintenance, servicing, or repairs. Hazardous voltages may s ll be present in the power supply even several minutes a er it has been turned off. • Indoor use only - do not store or use the product outdoors.
• Any warranty and non-warranty repairs must be performed by the distributor’s service department or a specialized servicing contractor authorized by the manufacturer. 1.2 Grounding Instruc ons In the event of a system malfunc on or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. The pla orm is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
avoid excess bending or reaching. • Use correct posture that feels comfortable. • Try to alternate experiences: switch between games that offer varied sensa ons. If you are under a doctor’s care for any muscle or joint condi on, or if you think you may have any such condi on, please consult your physician before using the pla orm. Stop using the pla orm immediately if you start feeling pain.
3.2 Next Level Racing GTtrack Refer to the Next Level Racing GTtrack Installa on Manual for details.
4 Installa on Please be sure to take note of your serial number before installa on as you require this to download your so ware. The Next Level Mo on Pla orm is suitable for indoor use only. It is intended for personal use, but it may be suitable for certain commercial applica ons. Please contact us at support@nextlevelracing.com if you are looking to use the pla orm for your business. 4.
4.3 Limita ons • No vibra on genera ng devices (except tac le transducers) can be attached to the top frame. • Maximum allowable total weight of all tac le transducer a ached to the top frame: 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs) • The top frame movements cannot be limited by any obstacles. • Seat belts and harness tensioners must NOT be a ached to any sta c part of the cockpit. 4.
4.5 Dimensions All dimensions are provided in millimeters.
4.6 Tac le Transducer Installa on Before you a ach the Next Level Mo on Pla orm to your cockpit, it is recommended to a ach the Bu kicker adapter first. The Bu kicker Gamer 2 or other tac le transducer can be a ached to the pla orm using a dedicated adapter, included with the product. 1. Install the adapter, using 4 a ached bolts and nuts (M6 x 16mm) 2. A ach the Bu kicker Gamer 2 to the adapter. Refer to the Bu kicker User Manual instruc on. 3.
4. Unscrew the under-seat frame from the seat rails, leaving the rails in place. DO NOT remove any screws that keep the seat rails a ached to the chair! 5. A ach the top frame of the mo on unit to the original under-seat frame and the seat rails using 4 original GTul mate bolts.
4.8 Seat Belts Installa on Refer to the Seat Belts Installa on Manual for details. If you require an assistance regarding correct seat belt installa on, contact technical support at support@nextlevelracing.com. Do not, under any circumstances, a ach seat belts to side plates or mo on pla orm base. Seat belts can be a ached only to the top frame of the Mo on Pla orm or frame a ached to seat. The same limita on applies to seat harness tensioners. 4.
4.10 Connec ng to PC and So ware Installa on Once the mo on pla orm is securely installed: 1. Plug in the power cord and turn on the mo on unit. As soon as it is on, the pla orm will perform the ini al posi on calibra on, moving the seat. A er a few seconds, the green light will come on, indica ng that the unit is ready to use. 2. Connect the pla orm directly to PC USB port. Using a USB hub is not recommended. The opera ng system will automa cally install the necessary drivers. 3. Visit nextlevelracing.
5 Maintenance To reduce the risk of fire, keep the pla orm dust-free. To clean the unit, use a so , dry cloth. Do not use solvents or cleaners that may corrode or otherwise damage aluminium, steel, or plas c parts of the pla orm. If the connec on rods do not move freely, or generate squeaky or clicking sounds, the rods ends may need lubrica ng. The rods are sufficiently lubricated upon delivery, but the lubricant may be forced out of pressure points over me. If you suspect this is the case: 1.
Recommended types of lubricants: • Silicon-based lubricant • Ball joint lubricant (automo ve) • WD-40 or similar if nothing else is available Product Manual 16
6 Conformity Informa on This device meets the basic requirements and other relevant regula ons of the EMC Direc ve 2014/30/EU, the Low Voltage Direc ve 2014/35/EU, the Machinery Direc ve 2006/42/EC and the RoHS Direc ve 2011/65/EU. The Declara on of Conformity can be found on distributor website. 7 Environmental Impact and Disposal Do to not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collec on facili es.
8 Warranty This product comes with a 2 years limited warranty, star ng on the day of purchase for personal use. For commercial customers, there is a 1 year limited warranty, star ng on the date of purchase. Within the warranty period, the product will be repaired or replaced free of charge, excluding shipping charges. No new warranty period commences if the product is repaired or replaced. Your statutory rights towards the seller are not affected or restricted by this warranty.
9 Troubleshoo ng and Support Before you contact technical support: 1. Check if all the cables are properly connected. 2. Turn off the PC and the pla orm, restart, and try again. 3. If your pla orm suddenly stops responding, this may be a result of thermal protec on being ac vated. Turn it off, let it cool off for at least 15 minutes, and try again. If you require further assistance, contact technical support at support@nextlevelracing.com.
10 Customer Feedback The Next Level Mo on Pla orm is the world’s first affordable, plug-and-play consumer mo on pla orm. Since the very first release, we have used feedback from our customers to drive innova on and con nually improve our products. We design and engineer our products purely for the enjoyment of our customers, and that is why we always encourage our customers to send us their comments and sugges ons. Let us know about your experience: support@nextlevelracing.