MC2 RACING WHEEL

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FOR THE XBOX, GAMECUBE, PLAYSTATION2,
PS ONE AND PLAYSTATION VIDEO GAME SYSTEMS menu. The different controller configurations will allow the user to select and
assign different functions to different buttons.
Thank you for purchasing the Mad Catz MC2 Racing Wheel for use with the Xbox,
GameCube, PlayStation 2, PS one and PlayStation video game systems. The Mad The MC2 comes equipped with AccuDrive™ Calibration System (ACS). The ACS
Catz MC2 Racing Wheel will give you precision control and enhance the realism of display on the MC2 has two purposes: it provides a visual indication of throttle level
all your favorite driving games. This users guide will help you understand how to during game play and provides visual feedback when adjusting calibration settings.
use your MC2 Racing Wheel and get the most from the features it has to offer.
The ACS is designed to adjust characteristics of the steering response. There are
The Mad Catz MC2 Racing Wheel is one of the most durable and reliable two different attributes that can be adjusted in steering performance: maximum
accessories you can buy. Be sure to visit www.madcatz.com to register your
range, and deadband.
product and check out our full line of other quality video game accessories.
The deadband setting indicates how far from center the steering wheel must
TABLE OF CONTENTS be turned before any action occurs. A large deadband setting requires a large
SET-UP 1 movement from center before any action occurs on-screen; a small deadband
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT 1 setting results in almost immediate action when the wheel is moved off center.
PROGRAMMING ACCUDRIVE 2
REPROGRAMMING THE BUTTON LAYOUTS 3 Maximum range refers to how far the steering wheel must be turned to reach the
MC2 RACING WHEEL LAYOUT XBOX 4 maximum turn position. This is mostly a matter of personal preference; some people
MC2 RACING WHEEL LAYOUT PLAYSTATION (All types) 5 like to throw the steering wheel hard from side to side, while others like more
MC2 RACING WHEEL LAYOUT GAMECUBE 6 sensitive steering. The sensitivity on the MC2 can be adjusted from full throw to
CAUTIONS 8
less than half of that.
TROUBLESHOOTING 9
TECHNICAL SUPPORT 10
WARRANTY 10 Programming Accudrive
To use the Accudrive feature simply press the ‘Calibrate’ button. Two red LED’s
SETUP near the center will show the current deadband setting, and two green LED’s
IMPORTANT! Before using this product, read the video game system instruction
near each end of the display will show the current maximum range setting. To
manual for safety, health, and other information.
adjust the settings, use the ‘Up/Down’ buttons on the D-pad to widen/narrow the
1. Make sure the video game system is turned OFF. Connect the MC2 Racing deadband, and the ‘Left/Right’ buttons to widen/narrow the amount of distance
Wheel to the video game system. needed to move the wheel to achieve maximum turning position. The deadband
2. Insert game and turn on the power to the video game system. DO NOT MOVE THE and maximum range features offered on this controller are in addition to any
STEERING WHEEL DURING START UP. The controller uses this time to calibrate. calibration adjustments which may be made by the game software. Many games
offer calibration screens in the game options menu. BE AWARE THAT A LARGE
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CONTROLLER DEADBAND AND A LARGE SOFTWARE DEADBAND WILL ADD
Many steering wheel compatible and analog controller compatible games will
TOGETHER AND RESULT IN A VERY LARGE TOTAL DEADBAND, MAKING THE
offer a variety of controller configurations and settings in the game’s options
GAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL.
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Reprogramming the Button Layouts Butterfly
The MC2 has been designed to be fully programmable for PLAYSTATION
Program Switches and
GAMECUBE. Only pedals and stick shift canCalibrate
be re-mapped. Steering
Wheel
To re-map pedals and stick shift,
Stick Pedals
1. Press the program button. (Note: While in program mode, the controller will
Action Shift Retractable
Buttons Leg Straps
not function in a game) Action
2. Once the program button has been pressed, the Program LED will light up,Buttons you
may begin programming.
3. Press the pedal or stick shift you would
Start like to re-map (LED begins flashing) and
then press the button that has the desired function (LED shuts off). Suction
Select/Back D-Pad Cups
For example, to make the ‘right pedal’ button function as the ‘B’ button, the
following steps would be followed.
1. Press the Program button. The program button will light when activated. XBOX MC2 RACING WHEEL LAYOUT
2. Press the ‘right pedal’ button. The program light will flash. Steering Wheel
3. Press the ‘B’ button. This is the heart of the controller. It provides all of your steering control. Because it
4. The program light will go out. The button has been reprogrammed. is true analog, you will get more responsive and accurate control.
To clear the configuration and reset it back to the default settings, press the
Program button, then press the button twice to reset. All programming must be Pedals
done one session at a time. If you wish to change multiple buttons, repeat the Provide analog acceleration (right pedal) and braking (left pedal). The pedals
steps above for each button you wish to change. emulate the right and left analog triggers (respectively).

Stick Shift
Emulates buttons ‘X’ and ‘A’. Press forward on the stick to press X, pull backwards
Butterfly for ‘A’.
Program Switches Directional Pad
Calibrate Steering
Wheel This emulates the D-pad found on most control pads. This is used for navigating
Stick Pedals through the menus and making menu changes.
Action Shift Retractable
Buttons
Action
Action Buttons Leg Straps
Buttons These buttons are fully analog and correspond to specific game functions detailed
in your software documentation and options menu.
Start
Butterfly Switches
Suction
Select/Back D-Pad Press
Cups the left butterfly IN and button ‘A’ is emulated (full on). Push the left butterfly

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OUT and the ‘button under the left analog joystick’ is emulated. Directional Pad
Press the right butterfly IN and button ‘X’ is emulated (full on). Push the right This emulates the D-pad found on most control pads. This is used for navigating
butterfly OUT and the ‘button under the right analog joystick’ is emulated. through the menus and making menu changes.
Action Buttons
Retractable Leg Straps These buttons are fully analog and correspond to specific game functions detailed
There are two retractable leg straps on the base of the MC2 that can extend to
in your software documentation and options menu.
provide stability, comfort and added support when the wheel is on your lap.
Butterfly Switches
Suction Cups Press the left butterfly IN and button ‘L1’ is emulated (full on). Push the left butterfly
There are three suction cups on the base of the MC2 for mounting to a table or OUT and the ‘button under the left analog joystick’ is emulated.
desktop.
Press the right butterfly IN and ‘R1’ is emulated (full on). Push the right butterfly
Start Button OUT and the ‘button under the right analog joystick’ is emulated
Functions the same as in the standard controller.
Retractable Leg Straps
Back Button There are two retractable leg straps on the base of the MC2 that can extend to
Functions the same as in the standard controller. provide stability, comfort and added support when the wheel is on your lap.
Calibrate Button Suction Cups
Engages Accudrive mode (see Steering Wheel Adjustment section below). There are three suction cups on the base of the MC2 for mounting to a table or
desktop.
PLAYSTATION (ALL TYPES) Start Button
Functions the same as in the standard controller.
MC2 RACING WHEEL LAYOUT
Steering Wheel Select Button
This is the heart of the controller. It provides all of your steering control. Because Functions the same as in the standard controller.
it is true analog, you will get more responsive and accurate control. Calibrate Button
Pedals Engages Accudrive mode (see Steering Wheel Adjustment section below).
Provide analog acceleration (right pedal) and braking (left pedal). The pedals
emulate the ‘right analog stick forward for gas’ and the ‘right analog stick GAMECUBE MC2 RACING WHEEL LAYOUT
backwards for braking’ buttons (respectively). Steering Wheel
Stick Shift This is the heart of the controller. It provides all of your steering control. Because it
Emulates buttons ‘R1’ and ‘L1’. Press forward on the stick to press ‘R1’, pull is true analog, you will get more responsive and accurate control.
backwards for ‘L1’.

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Pedals Calibrate Button
Provide acceleration (right pedal) and braking (left pedal). The pedals emulate the Engages Accudrive mode (see Steering Wheel Adjustment section below).
‘A’ and ‘B’ buttons (respectively).
CAUTIONS
Stick Shift • IMPORTANT! Before using this product read all accompanying information
Emulates buttons ‘R’ and ‘L’. Press forward on the stick to press ‘R’, pull and your game system’s instruction manual for safety, health and
backwards for ‘L’. other information.
Directional Pad • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Do not use with 30’ of any water such as swimming pools, bathtubs, or sink.
This emulates the D-pad found on most control pads. This is used for navigating
• To avoid electrical shock, do not disassemble. Refer servicing to qualified
through the menus and making menu changes.
personnel only.
Action Buttons • Never push objects of any kind, other than authorized items, into the product
These buttons are fully analog and correspond to specific game functions detailed as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result
in your software documentation and options menu. in fire or electrical shock.
• Stop using this unit immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experience
Butterfly Switches discomfort or pain in your hands and/or arms while operating the unit. If the
Press the left butterfly IN and button ‘Z’ is emulated (full on). Push the left butterfly condition persists, consult a doctor.
OUT and the ‘Z’ is emulated.
• Do not attempt to operate the unit in any way except with your hands. Do
Press the right butterfly IN and button ‘C Stick down’ is emulated (full on). Push not bring the unit in contact with your head, face, or near the bones of any
other part of your body.
the right butterfly OUT and ‘C Stick up’ is emulated.
. • The vibration function of this unit can aggravate injuries. Switch off or do not
use the vibration function of the unit if you have any ailment of the bones or
Retractable Leg Straps joints of your hands or arms.
There are two retractable leg straps on the base of the MC2 that can extend to
provide stability, comfort and added support when the wheel is on your lap. • Avoid prolonged use of this unit. Take breaks every 30 minutes.
• Route all cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or tripped over.
Suction Cups Make sure that cords are not placed in positions or areas where they may
There are three suction cups on the base of the MC2 for mounting to a table or become pinched or damaged. Do not wrap this cord around any part of
desktop. anyone’s body.
• Do not allow children to play with cords.
Start Button
Functions the same as in the standard controller. • Use this unit only as intended.
• Do not plug the MC2 Racing Wheel into the game console while the power
Select/Back Button is on.
Has no function on the GameCube. • Precautions should be taken to prevent electrical shock.

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• For indoor use only. TECHNICAL SUPPORT
• Do not submerge in water. Mad Catz provides technical support for all of its products in a variety of ways.
• Choking hazard, small parts: not for children under three years.
Online - Check the Mad Catz Home Page at www.madcatz.com. There you will
find up-to-the-minute solutions, tips, and information for all of our products. Our
TROUBLESHOOTING comprehensive Tech Support area offers answers to nearly every question.
Below are answers to frequently asked questions.
E-mail - You can send e-mail to our Support Technicians at
Problem: The MC2 Racing Wheel will not function. techsupport@madcatz.com. In most cases, you will receive a reply within one
Solution: If the MC2 Racing Wheel continues to not function, turn the power to business day.
your video game system OFF, disconnect the MC2 Racing
Wheel and reconnect the MC2 Racing Wheel. Turn the power on to Telephone - Technical Support is available from 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. pacific standard
your video game system and retry the game. time, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) at 1.800.659.2287 (U.S. only) or
1.619.683.9830 (outside U.S.)
Problem: Vehicle control is touchy or sluggish.
Solution: Go to the software options menu and adjust the steering sensitivity and
Fax - Technical Support is available via fax at 1.619.683.9839.
dead zone if available.
Problem: The vehicle drifts in one direction.
Solution: Unplug the controller and plug back into the console. Restart the WARRANTY
system if necessary. When you purchase from Mad Catz, you purchase quality. We put our products
through comprehensive tests to ensure the highest reliability and compatibility.
Problem: The game acts as if one of the pedals is being activated.
You will probably never encounter a problem with our products, but if you should
Solution: Unplug the controller and plug back into the console. Restart the
experience any difficulties, Mad Catz offers a five (5) year replacement warranty
system if necessary.
on this product. Mad Catz warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this
Problem: I’m playing a Vibration Function compatible game and it’s not vibrating. product is free from defects in either material or workmanship. If a defect covered
Solution: Some software titles require you to manually turn the vibration option by this warranty occurs, Mad Catz, at its option, will repair or replace the product
on in the option menus. at no charge. Mad Catz’ products are tested to withstand normal wear and tear,
Problem: User gets no response on screen to any movement of controls. but are not indestructible and can be damaged if misused. The Mad Catz warranty
Solution: Make sure you are not in Accudrive Mode or Program Mode. does not cover normal wear and tear or abusive use. This warranty does not
Problem: The action buttons are not configured the way I like them. apply to products used for any industrial, professional or commercial purpose. This
Solution: Please check the games options menu for additional controller warranty does not apply to products that have been damaged by abuse, misuse,
configurations. Most software titles will allow you to choose or modification or tampering or by any other cause not relating to either materials
program a different button layout. or workmanship. If a replacement is necessary and your product is no longer

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Please retain this information for future reference. Mad Catz stands behind its products 100%.
To activate your five (5) year warranty, you must:
Questions? Visit our web site at www.madcatz.com or call 1.800.659.2287 (USA only) or 1.619.683.9830.
• Register your Mad Catz product on the web at www.madcatz.com
To obtain warranty service, you must: Product No. 6320 8/02

• Call Mad Catz Technical Support at 1.800.659.2287 (USA only) or 1.619.683.9830

(outside USA)
• Obtain a Return Authorization Number from Mad Catz Technical Support
• Return the product to Mad Catz with the postage prepaid and insured. Mad
Catz will not be responsible for any loss or damage during shipment. Mad Catz
will pay the full return shipping (see return address below)
• Enclose a copy of the original sales receipt showing a purchase date
• Enclose a full return address along with daytime and evening phone numbers

Be sure to package the product so that it will not become damaged in

shipping. We recommend placing the original box inside another box packed with
packaging material. Mad Catz, Inc. will not be responsible for any damage or loss
to the product in shipment

All returns should be addressed to:

Mad Catz, Inc.
ATTN: Warranty
7480 Mission Valley Rd
Suite 101
San Diego, CA
92108-4406
Please allow for 4 to 6 weeks for processing. In the event of a problem, we will
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