User Manual for Gembird STR-M-01 Vibration Racing Wheel
Quick guide for the Gembird STR-M-01 racing wheel. Learn how to connect, configure sensitivity, remap buttons, and troubleshoot your steering wheel for PC, PS3, PS4, and Switch.
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This document provides essential instructions for setting up and using the Gembird STR-M-01 racing wheel. The device is compatible with PC, PS3, PS4, Switch, and Android platforms. Always ensure the game console is turned off before connecting the wheel to avoid calibration issues.
Installation
To set up the racing wheel:

- Connect the foot pedal unit to the base of the steering wheel using the provided cable.
- Ensure the steering wheel is in a neutral position before switching on your game console.
- Connect the USB cable from the steering wheel to your console or PC.
- For PS4 and PS3, ensure the console is turned off before plugging in the USB connector.
Operation and Settings
Sensitivity Settings: You can adjust the steering sensitivity by turning the sensitivity dial on the wheel. Higher sensitivity results in faster reaction times to steering inputs.

Vibration Feedback: The wheel supports vibration feedback. Ensure your game platform and software support this function.
Mode LED: The LED indicator is on for PS4, PS3, Switch, Android, and PC-XInput modes. It is off for PC-DInput mode.
Button Relocation
You can remap buttons (L1, R1, L2, R2, L-pedal, R-pedal) to other functions:
- Press the MENU and X buttons simultaneously and hold for 3 seconds. The LED will flash, indicating setup mode.
- Press the button you wish to relocate (e.g., L1).
- Press the action button you want to assign to that function (e.g., Triangle). The LED will stop flashing, and the relocation is complete.
- To return to default values, enter setup mode and press the button you want to reset twice.
Caution and Maintenance
- Do not expose the wheel to high temperatures, high humidity, or direct sunlight.
- Keep the device away from liquids and small particles.
- Do not place heavy objects on the wheel.
- Never disassemble the steering wheel.
- Avoid pulling or twisting the cables forcefully.
Practical help
Common problems
Ensure the console was turned off before connecting the wheel. If the wheel was not in a neutral position during startup, restart the console.
Use the relocation procedure: hold MENU + X for 3 seconds, select the button to change, then select the new function.
If in the wrong mode, press and hold the Menu Button for 5 seconds to switch between modes.
Before use
- Turn off the game console before connecting the wheel.
- Connect the foot pedal unit to the base of the steering wheel.
- Ensure the wheel is in a neutral position when switching on the console.
- Check that your game software supports vibration feedback.
Specs in practice
- Rotation Angle
- 270 degrees; do not force the wheel past this limit.
- Power Consumption
- 5V DC up to 120mA.
- Cable Length
- 1.8 meters for both the steering wheel and the foot pedal unit.
Images and diagrams
- The wheel features a D-Pad, action buttons, sensitivity dial, and gear stick.
- The pedal unit connects to the base of the steering wheel.
Model compatibility
- Compatible with PC, PS3, PS4, Switch, and Android.
- PC supports both X-INPUT and D-INPUT modes.
Manual page author
Emily Carter
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Prepares concise manual descriptions and highlights the most useful setup, operation, and maintenance information for readers.