Setup Guide

Welcome to the GSI Artemis. This guide will help you mount, connect and set up your Artemis so you can get racing quickly and confidently.

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Line drawing of the Artemis from the right front

Wheel Layout

Get familiar with your Artemis.

Line drawing of the Artemis front, callouts 1 to 7
Line drawing of the Artemis rear, callouts 8 to 13
  1. 1 Thumb Encoders ×6
  2. 2 4.3-inch Display
  3. 3 RGB Telemetry Strip 4+15+4
  4. 4 7-Way Switches ×2
  5. 5 RGB 5-Way Encoders 24 Modes
  6. 6 RGB Buttons ×12
  7. 7 Silicone Handles
  1. 8 Top Paddles ×2
  2. 9 USB-C QR Passthrough
  3. 10 QR/Hub Adapter Plate
  4. 11 V4 N52 Magnetic Shifters ×2
  5. 12 Coiled Cable Connector
  6. 13 V4 HSE Clutches ×2
01

Mounting to Wheel Base

The first step in setting up your GSI wheel is to mount it properly to your wheel base.

Wheel base safetyTurn your wheel base off before you mount or remove the wheel. When you turn it on, keep your hands and face clear, because the base can turn on its own as it starts up or calibrates. Start with low force feedback and raise it gradually, and keep the emergency stop within reach if your base has one. Before you drive, check that the base bolts and wheel screws are tight and the quick release is locked. Turn the base off when you leave the rig.

Which holes does your hub or quick release have on its wheel-facing side?

Will your quick release carry the wheel's USB connection?

If your quick release has a USB-C cable, it plugs into the wheel while you mount it. If not, the included coiled cable connects after mounting.

Drawing of a hub (a GSI AH50) lined up with the six holes of the 70 mm bolt pattern on the Adapter Plate, with M5 screws
Drawing of a GSI PowerLink quick release's wheel half lined up with the 70 mm bolt pattern on the Adapter Plate, its six M5 screws pulled back, and its USB-C cable lined up with the USB-C QR Passthrough

The plate stays on

Mount Your QR/Hub

  1. 1Plug your quick release's USB-C cable into the USB-C QR Passthrough first.
  2. 1Line up your hub or quick release with the 70 mm bolt pattern (PCD) on the Adapter Plate. The Adapter Plate stays on the wheel.
Screws must not go more than 8 mm into the wheelAny deeper and they can damage it. Using our M5 x 18 mm screws with a GSI AH50 or AH100 hub? Put a washer under each screw. Using your own screws? Use screws no longer than your hub's flange thickness plus 8 mm. Example: a 6 mm flange takes screws up to 14 mm.
  1. 2Fasten it with six M5 screws through the hub or quick release and the Adapter Plate into the wheel, after checking their length against the notice above. Our M5 x 18 mm screws are in their own bag in the Artemis wheel case.
Drawing of the QR/Hub Adapter Plate on its own with its 4-pin connector, seen from the back of the wheel

Mounting

QR/Hub Adapter Plate

Your Artemis comes with the QR/Hub Adapter Plate installed. It lets you mount a hub or quick release on the 70 mm bolt pattern (PCD) without opening the wheel, even when the hub or quick release is threaded on its wheel-facing side.

The Adapter Plate must stay on the wheel whenever you use it. Its 4-pin connector comes off with it, so take care not to damage the pins if you ever take the plate off.

Drawing of the Adapter Plate lifted off the back of the Artemis with its 4-pin connector, the four M4 screws pulled back on dotted lines; callout 1 on a screw

The plate comes off

Remove the Adapter Plate

  1. 1Remove the four M4 x 10 mm Torx T20 screws and lift the Adapter Plate off the wheel, taking care not to damage the 4-pin connector pins.
Drawing of a hub or quick release on the Adapter Plate, seen from the plate's wheel-facing side, its four M5 countersunk screws pulled back on dotted lines; callout 1 on the quick release, 2 on a screw

On the Adapter Plate

Mount Your QR/Hub

  1. 1Place your hub or quick release on the outer face of the Adapter Plate, lined up with the 70 mm bolt pattern (PCD).
  2. 2From the plate's wheel-facing side, fasten it with the four M5 x 16 mm countersunk Torx T25 screws from the accessory bag in the wheel case. Tighten them in a star pattern.
Drawing of the quick release and Adapter Plate going back onto the wheel, the four M4 screws pulled back on dotted lines; callout 1 on a screw
Drawing of the quick release and Adapter Plate going back onto the wheel, the four M4 screws pulled back on dotted lines and the quick release's USB-C cable lined up with the USB-C QR Passthrough; callout 1 on the plug, 2 on a screw

The plate goes back on

Refit the Adapter Plate

  1. 1Plug your quick release's USB-C cable into the USB-C QR Passthrough now, before you refit the plate.
  2. 2Refit the Adapter Plate to the wheel with the four M4 x 10 mm Torx T20 screws.
02

PC Setup

Once your wheel is mounted, follow the steps below.

Exploded drawing of the Artemis with a GSI PowerLink quick release: the PowerLink's wheel half is mounted on the wheel, and the wheel slides onto the PowerLink's base half on the wheel base

USB-C QR Passthrough

Connect to PC

Using the coiled cable instead? Switch

  1. 1Check that your quick release's USB-C cable is plugged into the USB-C QR Passthrough.
  2. 2Put the wheel on your wheel base. It connects to your PC through the quick release and the wheel base.

Coiled USB Cable

Connect to PC

Quick release has a USB-C cable? Switch

Get a powered USB hubPlugging straight into your PC works, but a powered USB hub helps prevent connectivity issues. We highly recommend getting one and connecting this way:GSI coiled cablePowered USB hubPC
Drawing of the GSI coiled cable's USB-A end plugging into a powered USB hub; the hub's own cable is plugged into a USB port on the front of a PC, and the hub's power cable runs back behind the PCDrawing of the GSI coiled cable's USB-A end plugging straight into a USB port on the front of a PC
  1. 1Connect the cable to the Coiled Cable Connector, lining up the keyed portion with the connector.
  2. 2Connect the other end to your powered USB hub.
  3. 2Connect the other end to a USB port on your PC.

How will you run your Artemis?

You can change this later.

On your PC

Install simOS

simOS is the GSI app. You need it to finish setting up your Artemis.

  1. 1Download simOS and install it on the PC your Artemis connects to.
  2. 2Open simOS. Its setup comes first: see Set Up simOS.
03

simOS Setup

Open simOS and follow the steps below.

simOS screenshot, frame 1 of 4: Set up simOS asks Who drives your wheel's lights and screen?, callout 1 on SimHub
simOS screenshot, frame 2 of 4: Install Components with the required components, SimHub and SimHub Device Profile selected, callouts 2 and 3
simOS screenshot, frame 3 of 4: Set up simOS, 3 of 6, running the SimHub installer
simOS screenshot, frame 4 of 4: You're all set! with every component ticked, callout 3 on Close
simOS screenshot, frame 1 of 3: Set up simOS asks Who drives your wheel's lights and screen?, callout 1 on simOS
simOS screenshot, frame 2 of 3: Install Components with the required components selected and SimHub left unticked, callouts 2 and 3
simOS screenshot, frame 3 of 3: You're all set! with every component ticked, callout 3 on Close

In simOS

Set Up simOS

  1. 1The first time simOS opens, it asks Who drives your wheel's lights and screen? Click SimHub.
  2. 1The first time simOS opens, it asks Who drives your wheel's lights and screen? Click simOS.
  3. 2In Install Components, leave the selection as it is: the required components, SimHub and SimHub Device Profile are already ticked.
  4. 2In Install Components, leave the selection as it is: the required components are already ticked, and SimHub isn't.
  5. 3Click Install. When simOS shows You're all set!, click Close.

While SimHub installs, Windows asks for administrator permission. Click Yes before the prompt closes by itself, after about two minutes.

simOS screenshot: Home, the Artemis under Your devices, callouts 1 and 2

In simOS

Find Your Artemis

  1. 1Look under Your devices on Home. The Artemis tile reads Connected.
  2. 2Click the Artemis tile to open its device page.
simOS screenshot: the Firmware tab with an update available, callouts 1 to 3

In simOS

Update Firmware

Keep the wheel plugged in and simOS open until the update finishes.
  1. 1Go to the Firmware tab.
  2. 2If an update is available, click Update now.
  3. 3Wait for the wheel to restart. simOS then shows the new version.

Update stuck on Preparing Device, or simOS says recovery mode? See Troubleshooting.

simOS screenshot: the Input test tab, callouts 1 and 2

In simOS

Test Your Controls

  1. 1Go to the Input test tab.
  2. 2Press every button and move every paddle, encoder and switch. Each one shows on the tab as you use it.

In your game

Map Your Controls

Your wheel base and its software still handle steering and force feedback. Your Artemis is a controller of its own: map its buttons, paddles, encoders and switches in each game's controls menu.

  1. 1Open your game's controls menu.
  2. 2Pick an action, then press the button, pull the paddle or turn the encoder you want for it.
  3. 3Map the clutch paddles to your game's clutch. In Launch Control and Dual Clutch modes, the two paddles work as one clutch axis. For the other modes, see Clutch Modes.

Not sure which control is which? The Input test tab in simOS shows each one as you use it.

03

SimHub Setup

simOS + SimHub

You chose simOS + SimHub. Set SimHub up here, so simOS and SimHub never fight over the same part of the wheel.

Skipped SimHub when you set up simOS? Download SimHub, then add the GSI Companion plugin in the next step.

Choose what SimHub runsSimHub can run the LEDs, the display, or both. Set this up in simOS first.
simOS screenshot: the LED source card on the General tab and the Display tab, callouts 1 to 3

In simOS

LEDs and Display

  1. 1On the General tab, set LED source to Auto. simOS runs the LEDs and hands them to SimHub while SimHub is running.
  2. 2Check the line under it. It reads The GSI Companion plugin is installed in SimHub. If it doesn't, install or update the plugin from that line.
  3. 3To run a SimHub dash, turn Display output off on the Display tab. SimHub can then use the display.

Only one app can use the display at a time.

SimHub screenshot: Devices, the GSI Artemis LEDs tab, callouts 1 to 3

In SimHub

Add Your Artemis

  1. 1Open SimHub and go to Devices.
  2. 2Click Add device, or Add new device if SimHub already lists other devices. Select GSI Artemis under Devices found on your system and click Ok.
  3. 3On the LEDs tab, Telemetry Leds already uses GSI Artemis - Telemetry - simOS Companion Ready. Leave it selected.

If you're experiencing issues, make sure you're running the latest version of SimHub. Then, delete your device from SimHub and start again from step 1.

SimHub still not lighting the wheel? Check the GSI Companion line on simOS's LED source card, and install or update the plugin.

In SimHub

Import the Artemis Dash

The Artemis dash for SimHub is on its way. Until then, simOS runs the display: see Display.

Enjoy your Artemis

Setup Complete

Your Artemis is ready to race. Everything below is optional.

Explore your Artemis

If you have any questions, please open a support ticket.

Line drawing of the Artemis from below

Explore

Get to know your Artemis.

Your Artemis is ready to race. Pick a feature to see what it does and how to set it up.

General tab · Clutch card

Clutch

Your Artemis comes set to Launch Control, the default clutch mode on every GSI wheel. Using the clutches is up to you and the car you drive. See Clutch Modes for what each mode does.

  • Pick a mode in the Mode list of the Clutch card.
  • For Launch Control or Dual Clutch, set the Bite point.
  • For Dual Clutch, choose the Master clutch: Left or Right.
  • Click Save to wheel. Unsaved changes are lost when the wheel restarts.
simOS screenshot: the Clutch card on the General tab

General tab · Encoders and Smart Controls cards

Encoders & Buttons

  • Press timing: on the Encoders card, set each RGB 5-way encoder to On Push or On Release. See Encoder Settings.
  • Front button modes: on the Smart Controls card, click Edit buttons, give any front button a mode such as Toggle, then click Save to wheel.
  • Check each change on the Input test tab.
simOS screenshot: the Smart Controls and Encoders cards on the General tab

LEDs tab

LEDs

Your Artemis has 74 LEDs: the RGB Telemetry Strip (4+15+4), 3 warning LEDs, the 12 RGB Buttons and an 8-segment ring around each RGB 5-way encoder.

  • If the tab says telemetry processing is off, turn on Enable telemetry processing.
  • Under Base lighting, pick a solid color or a colorway.
  • Choose a Color theme and which Essential driving alerts may light the wheel.
  • For full control, switch to Advanced and turn rules on or off on the Rules tab.

simOS runs the LEDs while LED source on the General tab is set to Auto or simOS. To let SimHub run them, choose simOS + SimHub in PC Setup.

simOS screenshot: the LEDs tab in Basic mode

UltraLink tab

UltraLink

UltraLink gives each RGB 5-way encoder up to 8 modes, 24 in all. One encoder can switch between several settings, such as brake bias or traction control, and adjust the one you picked. Its ring shows which mode you are on.

  • Switch UltraLink on and confirm with Turn on and reboot. The wheel restarts and reconnects.
  • On an encoder's card, click Turn on.
  • Click Edit, set the number of modes and name each position.
  • Click Save to wheel.

To change how the ring shows the mode, click Configure lighting on the encoder's card. When you pick or adjust a mode, the Artemis dashboard shows its name for a moment.

simOS screenshot: the UltraLink tab with the three encoder cards

Display tab

Display

simOS runs the 4.3-inch Display. It starts on the Artemis layout, which shows whenever a game sends telemetry.

  • Make sure Display output is on.
  • If the tab says telemetry processing is off, turn on Enable telemetry processing.
  • Under Dashboard, pick a Layout and, where offered, a Colorway.
  • Under Display, set Brightness and Frame rate.
  • Under Idle screen, choose what shows when no game is running.

Prefer a SimHub dash? Choose simOS + SimHub in PC Setup.

simOS screenshot: the Display tab with the Artemis layout

General tab · Clutch card

Clutch Modes

Choose how the clutches work in the Mode list of the Clutch card, on the General tab. Launch Control is the default.

Used to get the fastest launch off the line. Each clutch has its full range until you launch: release either clutch, and the other one holds the bite point.

How to use

  • Select Launch Control in the Mode list.
  • Set a Bite point that corresponds to your vehicle, then click Save to wheel. You can find it by revving the engine in first gear, then slowly releasing the clutch until you find the most acceleration without wheel slip.
  • Pull both clutches and rev the engine to the specific RPM that maximizes acceleration off the line, but minimizes wheel spin.
  • Release either clutch and slowly release the remaining depressed clutch to maximize acceleration.

There is no one size fits all for this procedure, since clutch bite points vary per vehicle and even per session. Be sure to experiment and practice for the best results.

Used to get the fastest launch off the line. The master clutch has the full range; the other one stops at the bite point.

How to use

  • Select Dual Clutch in the Mode list.
  • Choose a Master clutch (Left or Right). The master clutch outputs the full range from 0 to 100%.
  • Set a Bite point that corresponds to your vehicle, then click Save to wheel.
  • Pull both clutches and rev the engine to the specific RPM that maximizes acceleration off the line, but minimizes wheel spin.
  • Release the master clutch and slowly release the bite point clutch to maximize acceleration.

There is no one size fits all for this procedure, since clutch bite points vary per vehicle and even per session. Be sure to experiment and practice for the best results.

Used to map two individual inputs that range from 0 to 100%.

Within your game, map each clutch to the control you want. No additional setup is required.

Use examples

Throttle & BrakeSecondary Throttle, Brake, or ClutchLook Left and Right

Used to map two individual inputs with on/off behavior.

Within your game, map each clutch to the control you want it to press. No additional setup is required.

Use examples

Wiper ToggleTurn IndicatorsLook Left and Right

Teaches the wheel the full travel of your clutches.

Select Calibration, move both clutches all the way, then choose another mode.

The clutches produce no output signal.

General tab · Encoders card

Encoder Settings

Each RGB 5-way encoder works as a rotary knob and as a push button. Set its press timing on the Encoders card of the General tab, and check it on the Input test tab.

On Push

Acts as a regular button, pressed for as long as you hold it.

For example, you could map it to an engine starter, which requires you to push and hold until the engine starts. This isn't possible with On Release.

Supported inputs

Turn LeftTurn RightPush+Hold

On Release

Sends a short pulse when you let go, unless you turned the encoder.

With UltraLink off, pushing and turning the encoder sends separate inputs, in addition to the regular turn inputs. This effectively makes it two rotaries in one. UltraLink uses these inputs, so they aren't available while UltraLink is on.

Supported inputs

Turn LeftTurn RightPush+ReleasePush+Turn Left (UltraLink off)Push+Turn Right (UltraLink off)

simOS

Other Settings

Encoder Pulse WidthControls how long the signal remains active once an encoder is rotated (5-Way Encoders, 7-Way Switches, Thumb Encoders).

By default, this is set to 30ms as it provides a good balance between responsiveness and accuracy for each click in the rotation. Some titles may require this setting to be set higher in order to be detected reliably.

If you encounter this issue, increase the value by 10 and save it. Test within the title again and repeat until the issue is resolved.

LED BrightnessControls overall LED brightness for RGB backlit elements.

GSI wheels are set to the lowest brightness setting by default to prevent power throughput issues. If you're using a capable USB powered hub, you can safely use higher brightness settings. If you experience disconnects, your wheel may not be receiving enough power.

Wheel TypeChanges the wheel input mapping and identifier for all GSI wheel models.

Only change this if the wheel shown in simOS doesn't match the wheel in your hands. The steps are under "simOS shows another wheel model" in Troubleshooting.

Pro tips and tricks directly from the GSI production team

Cleaning & Maintenance

General Cleaning

  • Before cleaning, unplug the wheel's USB cable.
  • Use a soft microfiber towel lightly dampened with 99% isopropyl alcohol to gently wipe the wheel.
  • Use a soft detailing brush to remove debris from hard-to-reach areas.

Troubleshooting

Find what you see and open it for the fix.

Setup
simOS setup says it completed with errors

A step needed Windows administrator permission and didn't get it, usually because the Windows prompt closed by itself after about two minutes.

  1. Click Retry failed steps.
  2. When Windows asks, click Yes.

Already closed setup?

  1. Go to Help & support and click Troubleshoot.
  2. Pick Set up SimHub or Set up simOS, then click Run checks.
  3. On each row that shows a problem, click its button, such as Install.
simOS screenshot: Set up simOS completed with errors, the SimHub step failed because administrator permission was denied
Connection
The Artemis isn't under Your devices in simOS
  1. Close simOS.
  2. Check the cable.
  3. Open simOS again with the wheel plugged in.

Still missing? Try a USB port on the back of your PC. More help: Wheel Not Detected.

The wheel drops out or reconnects by itself

Take out any USB extension cables and try a port on the back of your PC. With the coiled cable, connect through a powered USB hub. The list below has more. More help: Steering Clear of Disconnects.

Buttons work, but the display and LEDs stay dark

Your quick release may carry only button signals. The display and LEDs need one that carries USB data: check its maker's specs. Then open the Display tab and check that Display output is on.

Buttons work, but the display and LEDs stay dark

Your USB port may not give the wheel enough power: connect through a powered USB hub. Then open the Display tab and check that Display output is on.

The wheel still drops out after trying the fixes above

For proper operation, you need to have a clean, reliable USB data throughput signal and the absence of EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference) from other devices.

  • Connect wheel via a powered USB hub or directly to computer.
  • Avoid excessively long USB extension cables. Data degrades on longer USB extensions.
  • AMD systems with widely known poor USB performance update to AGESA bios 1.2.0.2 or higher. (check your motherboard manufacturer website)
  • Check for EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference) and ground rig if needed.
  • Try alternate USB ports if one port is not performing to spec.
  • Check coiled cable to make sure cable housing is screwed on tight.
  • USB shares data throughput with all devices on the system. Make sure you are not overloading the USB tree.
  • Use a dedicated PCIE USB card. (We recommend NEC chipset cards)
Firmware
A firmware update stays on Preparing Device
  1. Keep the wheel plugged in.
  2. In simOS, go to Settings > Updates and check that Clear driver conflicts is on.
  3. If a Windows administrator prompt appears, approve it.
  4. Click Update now again.

More help: Update Stalls on Preparing Device.

simOS says the wheel is in recovery mode
  1. Open the Firmware tab.
  2. In the Wheel model list, pick Artemis.
  3. Click Save and restart.

If it keeps coming back, open a support ticket.

simOS shows another wheel model

Right after an update, simOS asks "Not the …?": pick Artemis in the list and click Update. Otherwise, change it yourself:

  1. Go to Settings > Advanced and turn on Advanced mode.
  2. Open the Artemis's General tab and scroll to the Developer tools card.
  3. In the Wheel type list, choose Artemis. The wheel restarts, and the Model line in the header then reads Artemis.

More help: Change Wheel Type. Still the wrong model? Open a support ticket.

Controls
A control doesn't show on the Input test tab

Update the firmware first: see Update Firmware. Still missing? Open a support ticket.

A control shows on the Input test tab, but not in your game

Map it in your game's controls menu: see Map Your Controls.

To check what Windows sees:

  1. Press Win + R, type joy.cpl and press Enter.
  2. Check that the wheel appears and responds when you press its buttons.
The encoder rings don't show the mode

Turn on UltraLink, then turn on that encoder on the UltraLink tab. See UltraLink.

LEDs and display
The lights or screen don't work in game

simOS can check this for you.

  1. Go to Help & support and click Troubleshoot at the top right.
  2. Pick Lights or screen don't work in game as the problem.
  3. Pick the app that should drive them: simOS or SimHub.
  4. Click Run checks. Each check shows OK, a warning or a problem.
  5. On a row with a problem, click its button, such as Choose game or Start SimHub. Or click Fix all.

Fix all never updates firmware: click Update firmware on its own row for that. To set up SimHub or simOS again, pick Set up SimHub or Set up simOS in step 2 instead.

simOS screenshot: the Troubleshoot page, with What's wrong?, Which app should drive them? and Run checks
The LEDs ignore simOS

On the General tab, check LED source. On Auto, SimHub takes over the LEDs while it runs.

simOS says another program is using the display

Only one app can use the display at a time, usually SimHub. Close it or turn off its output to the wheel: simOS takes the display back by itself, or click Use this display.

The display flickers, tears or freezes

On the Display tab, set the frame rate to 30 FPS and lower the brightness. More help: USB Screen Needs.

Still stuck?

Our support team can troubleshoot with you. Open a ticket in the GSI Support Center.

Visit Support Center

Safe Usage & Warranty

For more information, read the full Terms of Service.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARDSmall parts, adult supervision required! Never let children use the GSI steering wheel, or any of the provided parts or tools without supervision by an adult.

Warnings & instructions for safe usage

  • Never use damaged or in any way defective product, stop using it and contact the reseller or the manufacturer.
  • Use protective gloves when changing or adding parts to the steering wheel, or when removing parts from it.
  • Always make sure everyone using the GSI steering wheel has read and understood the content of the manual above.
  • Always check that all connections and quick releases are tightened before using the steering wheel.
  • DO NOT open the steering wheel.
  • The GSI steering wheel or any of its parts may not be used for any other purpose than what they were designed for. GSI products are meant to be used as a USB input device on a computer. DO NOT USE IN A REAL CAR! The manufacturer is not liable for any damage that may result from using the product in violation of the instructions.
  • The GSI steering wheel must be securely fastened to the wheel base to handle the forces wheel bases generate. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the platform can withstand the use of the GSI steering wheel.

Operating environment and safe storage conditions

  • 15°C – 35°C (59°F – 95°F) temperature, non-condensing humidity.
  • Do not expose the GSI steering wheel or any provided parts to direct sunlight or moisture.
  • Indoor use and storing only.

Warranty

The product has a 1-year warranty, excluding situations and events where:

  • Instructions for use or care have been disregarded.
  • The product has been used incorrectly or carelessly.
  • An accident or other event has occurred after the product has been handed over, in which the product has been damaged by external factors.
  • Normal wear and tear in use.

CE-Marking

Product meets EU standards for health, safety, and environmental protection.
Manufacturer: Gomez Sim Industries LLC
Manufacturer address: 1167 Mississippi Ave #100, Dallas, Texas 75207