To upload a new TWF dashboard into Simhub, follow these instructions. The options available thanks to TWF are really exciting: TWF Dash 2 You might notice that I’ve installed TWF Dash rather than electing to use SimHub’s default dashboards. From here all you need to do is change or upload a dashboard. The V-PF1 Pro settings will open in Simhub. Upload the device file for the V-PF1 Pro to SimHub. You’ll get the login and password with the wheel: Download this file (highlighted)įinally, open SimHub, click “Add Device” and “Import device from file”. Next, you’ll need to download the device driver package from the VPG website. During installation, make sure the Vocore driver is selected (which by default, it already is). Next, you’ll need to install the latest version of Simhub ( download here). Once you’ve connected your device, open “USB Game Controllers” in Windows – it should say “V-PF1 Pro by VPG” (Mine says “Custom by VPG” but that’s just because I own an early VPG (custom) wheel. So you can now either select a default dashboard in the final stage of setup or go a little further and install a custom dash (which we’ll cover, too!). Adding a Vocore screen has enabled much better dash compatibility, making all default SimHub dashes, Lovely Dashboard, etc now compatible with this Vocore equipped VPG wheel. The next significant change is an update to a Vocore display. With the correct config file (we’ll get to the process in a moment), SimHub will recognise the device and immediately take you to the settings screen for the wheel. Firstly, this wheel is a SimHub-compatible device. VPG has significantly improved the device installation process and overall software features in two important ways. The plastic washers crush under the torque which is fine, they’re just acting like washers which will help keep things from coming loose. Once you’ve tightened the last bolt, go around and spanner-check each one again as you’re likely to find one that they’ll need tightening one last time. With that said, of course, it’s better to use 6 bolts for a long-term installation and make sure each one is tightened. I’ve only used 4 bolts for this installation as the wheel will probably only be mounted for a short period. My toolkit for this installation includes a selection of M5 bolts, nuts, a good set of Allen keys, and an 8mm spanner. Not so with my Simucube 2 Pro, which I would expect is what most readers considering buying a wheel like this will own. I use the insulator although it’s really intended for Fanatec DD1/2s which can chuck out some EM interference. Just in case you’ve never mounted a VPG wheel – they come with plastic spacers and a thin plastic insulator to protect from any potential EM interference. I always love the finished metalwork of a wheel ready to mount to the wheelbase for the first time! Tools and components required to mount the V-PF1 Pro It works, and I own several for wheel testing. As you know (and can see) I like the Simucube SQR hub. Which, is basically every sim racing QR hub there is, almost. The V-PF1 Pro comes fitted with a hub adapter that will accommodate a 70mm PCD fitment QR hub. You can really see how well each individual component has been integrated into the overall design, from the way each thumb rotary is flush mounted in line with the aluminum body, the integration of the button surrounds, the LEDs, and of course the screen’s integration into the body of the wheel. High-resolution Vocore screen enables full SimHub dash compatibility – pictured: TWF-Dash Lastly, this wheel is a fully SimHub-compatible device, including the dashboard, which opens up a whole new universe of dashboard customisation options. The grips have been revised with a slightly larger diameter and a silky, high-grip finish and the rotary knobs have been revised too. The design, materials, and components have been improved upon and most notably at first glance, the higher resolution Vocore screen which is fully integrated into the design of the wheel is a visually outstanding update. Alas, I get to keep it to thoroughly test it out (and write this review), so that’ll have to do, for now.īuilding on its predecessor, the V-PF1, some of the updates on the wheel are subtle and others are very significant. Working with the wheel these past few days, I’ve really wanted actually to own one. The F1-inspired V-PF1 Pro is the latest product iteration to come out of the VPG stable and, it is by far their best work yet.
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