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The BRD Sim™ – Pro V˛ is the latest development in a
long line of top specification controls and remains
the mainstay of our high end range of steering
devices. It combines all the best aspects of previous
models but is enhanced further to provide the best
level of precision and control.
The Pro V˛ is designed to allow for optimum precision
and control, essential for enabling you to gain the
extra fractions of a second and help you to perform to
your optimum level.
The BRD Sim™ – Pro V˛ is the latest development in a
long line of top specification controls and remains
the mainstay of our high end range of steering
devices. It combines all the best aspects of previous
models but is enhanced further to provide the best
level of precision and control.
The Pro V˛ is designed to allow for optimum precision
and control, essential for enabling you to gain the
extra fractions of a second and help you to perform to
your optimum level.
User Profile:
The BRD Sim™ – Pro V˛ is aimed at drivers who are
serious about their sim racing and require a well
balanced and predictable controller. They probably
race mainly modern F1 titles with an assortment of
other styles of racing. The Pro V˛ is an ideal
controller for general racing simulations and games.
Features:
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Unique patented steel steering column design. This
sleek and ergonomic design evokes everything
associated with motor sport - finesse, quality and
performance.
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The internals of the steering column are again a
unique feature of this system. The return to centre
mechanism is based on our tried and tested compression
spring based dual ballraced cam system. This has
proved to be just about indestructible and will not
wear out. It allows you to experience a very
progressive and linear feel through out the 270° of
steering rotation. It also means that the steering
will always return positively to centre. The precise
action of the steering mechanism will mean that you
can be confident in your driving.
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The steering wheel is a 10” open top ‘D’ shaped
leather race wheel. It is available as standard in
either red or black. Other colours are available but
by special order.
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The steering wheel is attached securely by three bolts
to a CNC machined and anodised aluminium hub. The
weight and precision of this hub is a critical feature
in providing the overall balance of the steering
system.
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Behind the wheel is fitted a powder coated steel F1
style paddle gear shifter. The gear change switches
which the lever activates are of the highest quality,
in keeping with the concept of the overall design. The
switches are described as ‘professional quick break’
and are of military quality. ‘Quick break’ refers to
the short throw of the switch, allowing you to change
gear more quickly than with a traditional switch.
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The Pro V˛ is provided with 2 additional buttons.
These gold contact switches are rated for 10 million
actions, to provide the high degree of reliability and
performance needed for competitive racing.
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The Pro V˛ is fitted as standard with a new type of
potentiometer. The potentiometer is rated for 10
million turns and has a superb level of linearity of
+/- 2%. It means that you will have even greater
precision and smoothness in the output from your
steering device, which will translate to improved
consistency in your racing. The additional life cycle
means that the potentiometer will be good for years to
come and you can be secure in the knowledge that your
steering will not let you down at the crucial moment.
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The unique design of the steering column gives
tremendous flexibility for mounting you steering
device, and means there are no brackets or fixings to
interfere with your legs etc. The steering is supplied
as standard with a high impact plastic baseboard to
which the steering column is secured by three hand
tightened bolts. The baseboard is then held in place
by your monitor or screen, or in fact any reasonably
heavy object. This gives the sturdiest of mountings
and ensures your steering will not slip or move in
use. The optimum method for using the steering
involves one of the following options:
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The steering can be fastened directly to your desk via
a quick release brass fastener system we offer, (see
the shop for more details). This method does require
you to drill the fasteners into your desk or mounting
surface but does give you the most perfect fixing.
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The other alternative is to mount the column and your
choice of pedals directly onto one of our specially
designed chassis systems such as the Race Frame Pro™
or Game Frame™ chassis.
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The Pro V˛ is a passive system and does not
incorporate force feedback technology. The purpose of
the design is to maximise performance and to date the
state of the force feedback technology does not allow
for this. We are therefore of the opinion that a
precise well balanced passive device will provide a
more consistent and higher performing system than one
based on current force feedback technology. For more
information on the discussion on force feedback,
please visit the news item on this topic.
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A purchase of a BRD Sim™ – Pro V˛ or associated
products will give you automatic membership of team
BRD which will entitle you to discounts on future
purchases from us as well as giving you access to the
latest information on developments etc. It also gives
you access to full online information on maintaining
your controller as well as personal contact with tech
support and forums for discussing issues with other
BRD product owners. See team BRD for more information.
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All our products are covered by a 12 month warranty
against failure due to faulty parts or manufacture and
have been tested to the relevant European standards.
Compatibility:
The BRD Sim™ – Pro V˛ is compatible with both
versions of our pedal systems, the BRD Sim™ – Speed7™
and the BRD Sim™ – Pro pedal controls. Both these
pedal systems are USB compatible.
NB The Pro V˛ steering control will not operate as a
stand alone device when purchased on its own. It must
be combined with either the Pro or Speed7™ pedal
controls to operate or by the addition of a special
adapter which will allow it to plug in as a USB device
on its own. The only way that the Pro V2 can operate
with another manufacturers pedal controls is by the
addition of this separate adapter. This adapter is
only available by special request. Please contact us
for more details.
The Pro V˛ has been tested on all the major platforms
including Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP and with
all major PC simulation and games titles.
Dimensions:
Weight of steering column and wheel: 2.2Kgs (5lbs)
Length of steering column with wheel: 35.5cm (14”)
Height to the top of the steering wheel from mounting
surface: 19cm (7.5”)
Maximum width of steering wheel: 26cm (10.25”)
Length of cable to pedals: 180cm (71”)
Optional Extras:
Steering desk mounts
Any steering wheel within our range of steering
devices can be fitted on to the Pro V˛.
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