USER MANUAL T98 Ferrari 296 GTB THRUSTMASTER
Carefully read the instructions provided in this manual before installing the product, before any use of the product and before any maintenance. Be sure to follow the safety instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidents and/or damage. Keep this manual so that you can refer to the instructions in the future.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- BOX CONTENTS......5
- FEATURES....6
- INFORMATION REGARDING USE OF THE RACING WHEEL 8
- INSTALLING THE RACING WHEEL ON A TABLE OR DESK....12
- INSTALLING THE PEDAL SET ON A
SUPPORT OR IN A COCKPIT ....15
- INSTALLATION ...... 16
On a PlayStation®4 console....16
On a PlayStation®5 console....18
On PC* 20
Calibration of the racing wheel and pedals.23
Angle of rotation 25
- MAPPING FOR PLAYSTATION®4
CONSOLES OR PLAYSTATION®5
CONSOLES ....26
- MAPPING FOR PC 27
- COMPATIBILITY MODE......28 10.DRIVING SUPPORT PROFILES (DRIVE PROFILES) 31 11.COMPATIBLE GAMES....33
- AUTOMATIC EMULATION OF THE RACING WHEEL ON PLAYSTATION®4 CONSOLES OR PLAYSTATION®5 CONSOLES....34 13.FAQ AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT ....35
T98,
Ferrari 296 GTB
With the T98 Ferrari 296 GTB and its manettino dial offering three levels of driving support, you have a racing wheel that's perfect for all gamer profiles and all types of games.
This manual will help you install and use your T98 Ferrari 296 GTB under the best conditions. Before getting started racing, carefully read the instructions and the warnings: they will help you get the most enjoyment out of your product.
1. Box contents
2. Features
① Paddle shifters (− and +) ② L2 and R2 buttons 3 Directional buttons 4 Action buttons 5 L3 and R3 buttons 6 Compatibility mode LED (blue, red or green) ⑦ MODE button 8 SHARE button on PS4® consoles / CREATE button on PS5® consoles 9 PS button 10 OPTIONS button on PS4® consoles and PS5® consoles 11 3-position manettino dial (driving support profiles)
12 RJ12 port for pedal set 13 Racing wheel's USB connector 14 Pedal set's RJ12 connector 15 Mounting bracket
Documentation
Before using this product, carefully read this documentation again and keep it for future reference.
Mechanical movements
You may notice small mechanical movements between the wheel rim and the base. This is perfectly normal. These movements ensure smooth wheel rim recentering, enhance your driving experience, and extend the product's lifespan.
- Keep the product in a dry location and do not expose it to dust or sunlight.
- Use the product in an environment with a temperature between 15°C and 30°C.
- Do not twist or pull on the connectors and cables.
- Do not spill any liquid on the product or its connectors.
- Do not short-circuit the product.
- Never dismantle the product; do not throw it onto a fire and do not expose it to high temperatures.
- Do not open up the racing wheel: there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Any repairs must be carried out by the manufacturer, its authorized representative, or a qualified technician.
- If you won't be using the racing wheel for an extended period of time, or if you'll be away from it, disconnect the USB cable.
When using the product, always leave both hands correctly positioned on the wheel without ever completely letting go.
Product to be handled only by persons 14 years of age or older, or under adult supervision for younger persons.
Securing the gaming area
- Do not place any object in the gaming area which may disrupt the practice of the user, or which may provoke an inappropriate movement or an interruption by another person (coffee cup, telephone, keys, for example).
- Do not place any cables where people will be walking.
Pedal set compatibility
To avoid any malfunctions, we recommend that you only use the pedal set included with the T98 Ferrari 296 GTB racing wheel.
Pedal set pinch hazard when playing
- Keep the pedal set out of children's reach.
- During gaming sessions, never place your fingers (or other parts of your body) on or near the pedal arms.
For safety reasons, never use the pedal set with bare feet or while wearing only socks on your feet. Thrustmaster® disclaims all responsibility in the event of injury resulting from use of the pedal set without shoes.
4. Installing the racing wheel on a table or desk
Before each use, verify that the base is still properly attached to the support, as per this manual's instructions.
Pinch hazard
Never leave your finger between the mounting bracket and the table or desk when tightening the clamping screw.
- Place the racing wheel on a table or desk.
When you are placing the racing wheel on a table or desk, be sure to hold it to prevent it from tipping forward.
- Insert the mounting bracket into the slot on the inside of the base. Make sure that the notch on the bracket is properly positioned inside the base.
- Tighten the clamping screw until the racing wheel is perfectly stable.
5. Installing the pedal set on a support or in a cockpit
You can install the pedal set on different types of supports (sold separately) thanks to the two mounting holes — one located on each side of the pedal set.
6. Installation
On a PlayStation®4 console
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- Power on your PlayStation®4 console.
- Connect the pedal set to the RJ12 port on the racing wheel.
- Physically center the wheel rim.
- Connect the USB-A connector to a USB-A port on the PlayStation®4 console.
- If necessary, change the compatibility mode by following the procedure set out here. The LED should be blue.
- Press the ⏻ button to connect the racing wheel to your profile.
You are now ready to play!
On a PlayStation®5 console
*Not included
- Power on your PlayStation®5 console.
- Connect the pedal set to the RJ12 port on the racing wheel.
- Physically center the wheel rim.
- Connect the USB-A connector to a USB-A port on the PlayStation®5 console.
- If necessary, change the compatibility mode by following the procedure set out here. The LED should be blue.
- Press the ⏻ button to connect the racing wheel to your profile.
You are now ready to play!
On PC*
*PC compatibility (Windows® 10/11) not tested or endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
**Not included
- Connect the pedal set to the RJ12 port on the racing wheel.
- Physically center the wheel rim.
- Connect the USB-A connector to a USB-A port on the PC.
- Press and hold the MODE button for 5 seconds, until the LED located above the ⏻ button starts flashing.
- Without releasing the MODE button, use the directional buttons to select the PC compatibility mode (green LED).
- Once the compatibility mode has been selected, release the buttons. Your selection is saved in the racing wheel's internal memory.
You are now ready to play!
Calibration of the racing wheel and pedals
You must physically center the wheel rim before connecting the USB-A connector to a USB-A port on the PlayStation®4 console, PlayStation®5 console or PC.
Never disconnect the pedal set from the racing wheel or connect it to the racing wheel when the PlayStation®4 console, PlayStation®5 console or PC is powered on. This could result in improper calibration.
Always connect the pedal set before connecting the racing wheel to the PlayStation®4 console, PlayStation®5 console or PC.
Once the game has been started, the pedals are automatically calibrated after a few presses.
Never press the pedals when powering on your PlayStation®4 console, PlayStation®5 console or your PC, starting a game, or changing the compatibility mode. This could result in improper calibration.
If your racing wheel and/or pedal set do not function correctly, or if they seem to be improperly calibrated: power off your console or PC and completely disconnect the racing wheel. Then reconnect all cables, and restart your PlayStation®4 console, PlayStation®5 console or PC and your game.
Angle of rotation
The wheel rim's angle of rotation is 240°.
In games where the angle of rotation can be changed manually, please keep the default value if it is greater than or equal to 240°, or select the highest possible value for better playability.
To change the angle of rotation, go to:
- OPTIONS / CONTROLS / STEER LOCK; or
- Settings / Controls / T98 Ferrari 296 GTB or Thrustmaster T80 or Thrustmaster Steering Wheel / Maximum Wheel Or Steering Rotation.
7. Mapping for PlayStation®4 consoles or PlayStation®5 consoles
On PlayStation®4 consoles or PlayStation®5 consoles, the racing wheel is recognized with the following name in games: Thrustmaster T80 RACING WHEEL.
*MODE: please refer to the Compatibility mode section.
**Manettino: please refer to the Driving support profiles section.
8. Mapping for PC
On PC, the racing wheel is recognized with the following name in games: T98 Ferrari 296 GTB or Thrustmaster T80.
*MODE: please refer to the Compatibility mode section.
**Manettino: please refer to the Driving support profiles section.
9. Compatibility mode
The racing wheel has three compatibility modes:
- On PlayStation®4 consoles and PlayStation®5 consoles, select PlayStation mode (blue LED).
- On PC, select PC mode (green LED).
- The red LED corresponds to an inactive mode. It will be available in the future.
| LED color | Mode |
 | PLAYSTATION®Standard compatibility(default mode) |
 | Future compatibility(inactive mode) |
 | PC |
- Do not select the red LED.
- You must change the compatibility mode before starting your game.
To change the compatibility mode:
- Press and hold the MODE button for 5 seconds, until the LED located above the ⏻ button starts flashing.
- Without releasing the MODE button, use the directional buttons to select the compatibility mode of your choice.
- Once the compatibility mode has been selected, release the buttons. Your selection is saved in the racing wheel's internal memory.
- On PlayStation®4 consoles and PlayStation®5 consoles, press the button to connect the racing wheel to your profile.
10. Driving support profiles (drive profiles)
The racing wheel features three driving support profiles, also called drive profiles. Each profile offers a greater or lesser level of support.
Use the manettino dial to select the driving support profile that suits you best.
You can even change the driving support profile while you're playing a game.
| Profile | Driving support level |
 | NoneGood mastery of the racing wheel required.The racing wheel is very sensitive: all movements are reflected in the game. |
 |
 | Medium (default mode)Driving suitable for intermediate-level gamers.At the beginning of the wheel rim's rotation, the wheel is quite sensitive: almost all movements are reflected in the game. |
 |
 | HighDriving suitable for all gamers.At the beginning of the wheel rim's rotation, the wheel is not very sensitive: some movements are not reflected in the game. |
 |
11. Compatible games
The list of compatible games for PlayStation®4 consoles and PlayStation®5 consoles is available here:
https://support.thrustmaster.com/product/T98-ferrari-296-gtb
In the Games settings section, select PlayStation® Games list. This list is regularly updated.
12. Automatic emulation of the
racing wheel on PlayStation 4
consoles or PlayStation 5
consoles
In games for PlayStation®4 consoles and PlayStation®5 consoles, T98 Ferrari 296 GTB is recognized as a real racing wheel rather than a gamepad, for better responsiveness and enhanced precision.
In some games, to avoid interference between the racing wheel and the gamepad, use the racing wheel's buttons to navigate through the interface of the game and of the console.
To change the mapping, go to the game's options menu and then select WHEEL SETTINGS.
To change the sensitivity of the wheel's steering, choose a different driving support profile using the manettino dial.
13. FAQ and technical support
Do you have questions regarding the T98 Ferrari 296 GTB racing wheel, or are you experiencing technical problems? If so, visit the Thrustmaster technical support website:
https://support.thrustmaster.com/product/T98-ferrari-296-gtb
1. My wheel is not functioning correctly or seems improperly calibrated
- Press the racing wheel's ⏻ button and sign in to your PlayStation™ Network account, in order to be able to use the wheel.
- Power off your console or your PC, completely disconnect your racing wheel, reconnect all of the cables, restart your PlayStation®4 console, your PlayStation®5 console or your PC, and start up your game again.
- Never move the wheel rim or press on the pedals when connecting your racing wheel, in order to avoid any calibration problems.
- Never move the wheel rim or press on the pedals when the game is starting up, in order to avoid any calibration problems.
- Go to your game's menu and select Options > Controller > Wheels. Then, select the most appropriate configuration.
- Refer to your game's user manual or online help for more information.
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296 GTB
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1. The wheel functions are not working
properly or seem to be miscalibrated
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② R2 and L2 buttons
③ Directional buttons
4
Action buttons
5 R3 and L3 buttons
- In
the cockpit
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5
6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE......5
- FEATURES......6
- INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE
OF THE RACING WHEEL......8
- INSTALLING THE RACING WHEEL ON A
TABLE OR DESK....12
- INSTALL THE PEDAL SET ON A SUPPORT
OR IN A COCKPIT ....15
- INSTALLATION ...... 16
On a PlayStation®4 console....16
On a PlayStation®5 console 18
On PC* 20
2. Features
6. Installation
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2. Features
6. Installation
On PlayStation®4 console
* Not included.
10. Driving assist profiles (drive profiles)
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2. Features
1 Gear shift paddles (- and +) ② L2 and R2 buttons 3 Directional buttons 4 Action buttons 5 L3 and R3 buttons 6 Compatibility mode LED (blue, red, or green) 7 MODE button 8 SHARE button on PS4® consoles / CREATE button on PS5® consoles 9 PS button 10 OPTIONS button on PS4® and PS5® consoles 11 3-position manettino switch (driving assistance profiles)
12 RJ12 port for pedal set 13 USB connector for racing wheel 14 RJ12 connector for pedal set 15 Mounting bracket
6. Installation
On PlayStation®4 console
*PC compatibility (Windows® 10/11) is not tested or approved by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
10. Driving assistance profiles
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