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WindSim ControlBox Setup Guide for SimHub

Instructions for Setting Up WindSim ControlBox in SimHub Software. Applies for SimHub version 9.4.7. The layout may slightly change over time with newer updates, but the setup flow remains the same.

To fully enjoy your WindSim experience with SimHub, follow these instructions and configure the Arduino, ShakeIt Wind output and recommended wind profile step by step.

SimHub setup
Arduino plugin
ShakeIt Wind

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Before you start

Important notes for a safe setup.

Do not overwrite firmware

Do not overwrite the pre-installed firmware; WindSim ControlBox can stop working if you do so.

Do not open the box

Do not open the WindSim ControlBox, as this will void your warranty.

Keep the podium calm

And please, don’t throw WindSim ControlBox out the window if you miss out on the podium.

01

Install SimHub Software

Download and install SimHub on your computer. This software controls the WindSim functionality within your sim racing setup.

Download SimHub from the official SimHub website.
Install SimHub on the PC that runs your simulator setup.

02

Activate Arduino & ShakeIt Wind Plugin

Open SimHub and enable the required features so the WindSim ControlBox can appear in the correct SimHub menus.

STEP 1: Open SimHub and navigate to “Add/Remove features.”
STEP 2: Find the “Arduino” plugin and “ShakeIt Wind Plugin” ensure both are enabled.
STEP 3: Select the option to “Show in left menu.”
STEP 4: Click “OK” to apply these settings.

SimHub add or remove features overview — **Add/Remove features**Open SimHub feature management before enabling the required modules.

Arduino and ShakeIt Wind plugins enabled in SimHub — **Enable required plugins**Arduino and ShakeIt Wind Plugin must be enabled and shown in the left menu.

03

Setting Arduino Board

Use the Arduino section in SimHub to select the hardware device and handle driver warnings if they appear.

STEP 5: In SimHub’s left menu, select “Arduino.”
STEP 6: Select “My Hardware” and then click “Multiple devices.”
STEP 7: If there will appear RED WARNING please click on “Reinstall older drivers” option.

SimHub Arduino multiple devices setup — **Arduino hardware page**Select My Hardware, use Multiple devices and reinstall older drivers if the red warning appears.

04

Configure Output

Activate Arduino output in the ShakeIt Wind plugin and assign left/right channels so WindSim responds accurately to in-game events like speed and cornering.

STEP 8: Navigate to “Output Configuration” in the “ShakeIt Wind plugin”. Activate “Arduino” to control the WindSim hardware.
STEP 9: Open channel list by small arrow and assign Channel 1 to Left and Channel 2 to Right.

ShakeIt Wind Arduino output enabled — **Arduino output**Activate Arduino in Output Configuration inside the ShakeIt Wind plugin.

ShakeIt Wind left and right channel assignment — **Left and right channels**Assign Channel 1 to Left and Channel 2 to Right.

05

Check the functionality

Use Idle Wind to check if the fans and speed regulation are working correctly before you jump into racing.

STEP 10: Go to the “Wind Profile” tab in the “ShakeIT Wind” plugin page and activate “Idle Wind”. The fans should start operating. You can test the left and right channels individually and verify speed control by moving the slider.

SimHub Idle Wind mode test — **Idle Wind test**Use Idle Wind to confirm fans start and speed regulation works.

06

Our recommended settings for racing

Use these recommended cockpit settings as a strong starting point, then fine tune the profile to your car, simulator and comfort level.

Recommended Cockpit mode settings for WindSim ControlBox — **Cockpit mode**Recommended settings for racing with WindSim ControlBox.

Remote support

Need assistance with configuration?

We offer remote support via TeamViewer. Reach out to us to schedule a session for full configuration assistance.

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