Why build such adapter? To save a USB port, to go through internal Fanatec Shifter protocol, for easy in-game support and most of all - because we simply can! And yes - this was not tested - but interface should work even on consoles!
The idea here was to build simple logic circuit to interface switch-based shifters to voltage drop output and connect it in the Fanatec wheelbase Shifter 1 port. This allows you to use the internal wheelbase support and is actually quite convenient.
In the current article you can find all needed documentation to build your own.
Main Features
- Uses internal Fanatec Wheelbase Protocol
- Works with any shifter built with switches
- Based on PIC16F690 by Microchip - low voltage, fast response microcontroller
- Works very fast without any delay
- Supported in every game that the standard Fanatec shifter works
- Powered internally by wheelbase - 3.3V
- Not verified - should work on Consoles as well
- Not verified - prototype circuit to accommodate dual H-Pattern/Sequential shifters
This project is inspired by the Fanashifter project: Fanashifter Project on GitHub and the amazing reverse-engineering work done by B-spec-_-Bob: Conversion of a Logitech shifter for Fanatec wheelbase
This is low voltage project without external power yet again you could damage your equipment. Furthermore it was tested only on PC and we can confirm only that compatibility. We do not take responsibility for any injury to yourself or any damage to your equipment. Building this project is at your own risk!
Currently this project does not have commercial variant but we can assist you with providing pre-programmed PICs, partially of full assembled DIY modules. Commercial production is also possible to appear in future.
Let's kick off the Project with the following Video Presentation where you will witness how it operates but also can have a fast crash-course in PIC firmware flashing:
Now that the project's idea is clear we can begin with covering the basics in following section: Assumptions and Theory