Pagnian Imports now taking orders for Fanatec CSR and CSR Elite

CSR Elite on Pagnian Imports Website

CSR ELITE WHEEL
Officially licensed by Microsoft and Turn 10 Studios, the Forza Motorsport CSR Elite Wheel is the key element to achieve the target or Forza Motorsport 4 which is Ultimate Realism.

Key benefits
- Multiplatform: Xbox 360 / PC / PlayStation® 3
- Wireless connection to Xbox360 and USB cable to connect to PC and PS3
- Force feedback that is handled by dual 120W motors plus additional 2 vibration motors in the wheel rim

Feature list of Forza Motorsport CSR Elite Wheel
- Wheel base fully made of metal with a carbon fiber and Alcantara wheel rim
- DirectSensor™ technology: The sensor is mounted directly on the steering axis to avoid interference and performance issues that are inherent in belt and gear drives that have motor mounted sensor systems.
- Strong and fast120W dual force feedback motors plus 2 vibration motors in the wheel rim
- Large silent fans are installed to provide ample cooling
- Big shifter paddles made of metal provide a solid shifting experience
- Newly designed belt drive mechanism that's made completely of metal and uses high quality ball bearings and German made belts to deliver the smoothest, most precise force feedback on the market
- Tuning functions with LED display that allows players to adjust the turning angle (90° to 900° of steering rotation), force feedback, vibration, sensitivity, with the ability to save up to five presets.
- Five 'Drift mode' adjustments to allow quicker turning ratio.

CSR ELITE PEDALS
Features
- Made completely of premium aluminum, the gas, brake and clutch pedals have improved rigidity and feel
- Pressure sensitive Load Cell technology is used for the brake pedal to simulate the feel of a real world car.
- Fully adjustable pedal positions both vertically and horizontally. Also able to adjust spring tension and pedal angle
- First pedal set to offer Optional inversion kit. Owners can invert all or just the pedals they prefer to better fit their driving style.
- Ability to easily remove pedals from base and install in cockpits or stands
- Backward compatible with Fanatec Porsche 911 wheels (except original 911 Turbo)
- Can be used in conjunction with ANY wheel on the PC by using optional USB port
- High 10-bit resolution (1024 values) when used on the PC with optional USB port

CSR SHIFTER SET
Features
- Authentic 6-speed H-pattern shifting plus reverse
- Sequential shifter included
- Bigger design for better grip and feel
- Premium metal construction
- Can be mounted on left or right side of steering wheel
- Backward compatible with Fanatec Porsche 911 wheels



Details on Pagnian Import's Website

CSR WHEEL
Key benefits
- Multiplatform: Xbox 360 / PC / PlayStation® 3
- Wireless connection to Xbox360 and USB cable to connect to PC and PS3
- 3 Force Feedback motors and smooth belt drive deliver sensational realism
- Large aluminum paddle shifters

Feature list of Forza Motorsport CSR Wheel:
- Authentic motorsport inspired design with premium aluminum wheel and Alcantara grip
- Officially licensed by Microsoft and Turn 10 Studios for use with Forza Motorsport
- Tuning functions with LED display that allows players to adjust the turning angle (90° to 900° of steering rotation), force feedback, vibration, sensitivity, with the ability to save up to five presets. ABS vibration in the wheel and on the (optional) Clubsport pedals for all games
- Adjustable Deadzone, Linearity, Spring and Damper settings to fine tune your force feedback
- Five 'Drift mode' adjustments to allow quicker turning ratio
- Force Feedback is handled by a Powerful Mabuchi RS550 Motor that's used in RC cars
- Additional 2 Force Feedback actuators in the wheel simulates motor vibrations
- Extra smooth and silent belt drive with minimized mechanical dead zone
- High resolution wheel sensor
- Strong table clamps with a quick release keeps everything in place. Integrated screw inserts allows a fixed or hard mounting solution on a gaming cockpit
- Fully compatible with the RennSport Wheel Stand which is available as an option

I am so going to get the new shifter set. Looks wonderful. Only I hope it doesn't make those noises anymore.

ahh if only I wasn't about to go OS. hmmm maybe I can pick some up in Germany.

Chris (OD)

Wasn't Manic getting one imported?

Has Hess got any prices for just the Elite wheel?

Has anybody heard anything about different rims for the Elite? I know I've seen a vid with Thomas talking about the possibility of replacement rims, and I don't know why but I don't really like the look of either CSR rims.

Not to put you off or anything Crimson - but from what I understand (and I may be wrong) the CSR shifters are quite similar to the standard shifters. With a little bit of luck - and some refocusing after the development of the CSR products Fanatec should be releasing their clubsport shifters this year.. (or so I am hoping...)

FrankTank wrote:

Not to put you off or anything Crimson - but from what I understand (and I may be wrong) the CSR shifters are quite similar to the standard shifters. With a little bit of luck - and some refocusing after the development of the CSR products Fanatec should be releasing their clubsport shifters this year.. (or so I am hoping...)

Nope. They are made of metal. Heavyer. Require a lot more force to get into gear. Besides, who knows when these clubsports are going to be available with the ebrake. Also, I doubt I could get them past the boss anyway. $120 is stretching it. $300+ is just not going to happen lol.

It's just great pity we have to pay such a high premium for being an Aussie!
Considering the exchange rate with the US, shipping don't cost that much.

$600 US = $1200 Aust approx, but that's the way it is take it or import it from OS without warranty

Just a pity

RU

$600US = roughly $595 AUS actually.

FrankTank wrote:Has Hess got any prices for just the Elite wheel?

Yep, Fanatec CSR Elite Wheel or Fanatec CSR Wheel

Magz wrote:$600US = roughly $595 AUS actually.

I think what was getting subtly mentioned is in america you can buy elite wheel package for $600($595 aus) but in OZ its more like $1200 we have to pay to get it here.

Guess if you want it you will pay for it. And must admit wouldn mind one myself. Who knows maybe the CSR Package if I can get some extra coin together.

Cost of the wheel only is 549 in the us. If you want the whole crs package with pedals amd shifters I'm sure it would be 800 to 900 for the same package. Then figure in import charges. Btw i just ordered the new shifter.

crimson eagle73 wrote: Btw i just ordered the new shifter.

Cool, let us know what they are like.

Does that mean you will have a spare set of shifters? I am looking at modding a set, but not real keen on stuffing up my only set of shifters.

Sorry should have been clearer, but your right sleuth. A quick check and they are available in the US for $600aust but over here we are expected to pay $1200aust.

RU,

I based my comment from this review at gtplanet, where total package for the elete wheel was 699, wasn't trying to indicate that pagnian was ripping people of but a lot of gear in Oz is priced with a huge premium .

http://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=234862

This review is very comprehensive worth a read, love to upgrade to one but just to expensive.

I was thinking about sticking them on ebay. But maybe we can work something out.

Looking at that review, guess why i'd love to have interchangeable wheels...

edit: Um.....when was this available?

Ahh sorry RU.

Looks like I will be sticking to controller

Or pay $1200 and support our partners in Pagnian

Never realised that these wheels have an option to use the clutch function on the paddle shifters and shifters with out using the clutch pedal, which means no pushing of foot on clutch pedal or using a button as a clutch as everytime you change gears via shifter or paddle shifters it automatically enagages the clutch for you, neat trick that one.

Sleuth 101 wrote:Never realised that these wheels have an option to use the clutch function on the paddle shifters and shifters with out using the clutch pedal, which means no pushing of foot on clutch pedal or using a button as a clutch as everytime you change gears via shifter or paddle shifters it automatically enagages the clutch for you, neat trick that one.

Really? Is that just with the new CSR wheels or all Fanatec wheels?

Sleuth 101 wrote:Never realised that these wheels have an option to use the clutch function on the paddle shifters and shifters with out using the clutch pedal, which means no pushing of foot on clutch pedal or using a button as a clutch as everytime you change gears via shifter or paddle shifters it automatically enagages the clutch for you, neat trick that one.

So the next wheel will be able to steer and accelerate for you as well. Sounds like Formula 1

Paul wrote:

Sleuth 101 wrote:Never realised that these wheels have an option to use the clutch function on the paddle shifters and shifters with out using the clutch pedal, which means no pushing of foot on clutch pedal or using a button as a clutch as everytime you change gears via shifter or paddle shifters it automatically enagages the clutch for you, neat trick that one.

So the next wheel will be able to steer and accelerate for you as well. Sounds like Formula 1

That would help me a lot.

Dazza4610 wrote:

Sleuth 101 wrote:Never realised that these wheels have an option to use the clutch function on the paddle shifters and shifters with out using the clutch pedal, which means no pushing of foot on clutch pedal or using a button as a clutch as everytime you change gears via shifter or paddle shifters it automatically enagages the clutch for you, neat trick that one.

Really? Is that just with the new CSR wheels or all Fanatec wheels?

I know its an option on the csr Elite wheel and presumably the csr wheel? As for the other released fanatec wheels Im not sure, maybe but I dont own one so do they?

Paul wrote:

Sleuth 101 wrote:Never realised that these wheels have an option to use the clutch function on the paddle shifters and shifters with out using the clutch pedal, which means no pushing of foot on clutch pedal or using a button as a clutch as everytime you change gears via shifter or paddle shifters it automatically enagages the clutch for you, neat trick that one.

So the next wheel will be able to steer and accelerate for you as well. Sounds like Formula 1

LOL good on ya

Well its definitely not available on my Turbo. To an extent its slightly fair since the clutch is slower. Would also make driving the V8's more authentic without a significant disadvantage.