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What You Need
Hardware checklist to run our solution.
Simu-RC Pro software and licence
Get the software from our store: hsimracing.com/product/simurc-pro/
A Windows PC
Windows 11 recommended. Windows 10 may also work.
A wheel and pedal set (or any controller with 2+ axes)
Any wheel and pedal set that Windows recognizes as a controller works with SimuRC-PRO. To check, type joy.cpl in the Windows search bar and confirm your device shows up there. A force-feedback wheel with pedals delivers the best experience, but a basic gamepad is enough to get started.
Tested and confirmed brands:
Fanatec
Thrustmaster
Logitech G
Heusinkveld
HSimRacing
Older or less common models work too, as long as Windows sees them. If your hardware does not behave as expected, reach out on our Discord and we will be happy to help and add your gear to the tested list.
A compatible RC car
Any RC car where you can connect a 3-pin servo and a motor controller, as shown below. Suitable for most 1/8 and 1/10 2S to 4S RC vehicle models.
Want a complete TX + RX + FPV kit, ready to run?
Contact us at contact@hsimracing.com. It is not the cheapest route, so if you prefer to source the hardware on your own, it is easy. Using our affiliate links below helps support us with a small commission on each purchase, and you can Build It Yourself.
Important. The ELRS firmware version must match between TX and RX (both on 3.x.x or both on 4.x.x). The frequency range (e.g. 2.4 GHz) must also be consistent on both ends.
RX system — ELRS Receiver
Radiomaster ER4. ELRS receiver with PWM outputs. Make sure the 2.4 GHz version matches your TX. Drone receivers will not work as they lack PWM and cannot drive the servo controller. SimuRC-PRO uses channels 1 and 2.
Purchase link coming soon.
TX system — ELRS Transmitter
To turn your computer into an emulated radio with our software, you need two components: an ELRS TX module, and a USB bridge to connect it to your PC. Or, on supported modules, a direct USB connection that removes the need for the bridge entirely (see the dedicated guide below).
Recommended TX modules
A high-power ELRS module. Make sure the 2.4 GHz version matches your RX.
- Radiolink ATA Nano 1W external module. Order it with the ELRS Module Base option so it can be connected without any soldering.
- Radiomaster Ranger Nano. Compact, well supported.
- Radiomaster Ranger Micro. Compact ESP32-based module. Field-validated in Direct USB mode (see Direct USB guide below).
USB bridge (Raspberry Pi Pico / RP2040)
We provide a firmware that turns a Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040) into the USB bridge between your PC and the TX module. We recommend the welding option (pre-soldered headers) if you want a true plug-and-play experience.
Notes:
- If you want to avoid soldering, use the pre-welded pin version of the RP2040 and three Male-to-Female Dupont wires (only three are needed, but they are usually sold in packs of 40).
- Add a 3A USB-C charger (a phone charger works) to power the TX module for long-range use. As a minimum, plug a second USB cable from the computer to the TX. The PC USB port delivers 500 mA, while the TX requires up to 3000 mA at full power. Be careful: control distance may be limited otherwise.
Alternative: Direct USB (no bridge needed).
Some TX modules (Ranger Micro, Ranger Nano, BetaFPV 1W Micro) can be connected directly to your PC by USB, removing the need for the RP2040 bridge entirely. See the dedicated guide: Direct USB connection for ELRS TX modules.
FPV video feedback
Two paths are available, depending on your budget and the video quality you want. Please let us know what you use to get FPV on your PC screen or with goggles by emailing contact@hsimracing.com. Thanks.
Option 1 — Digital HD (recommended)
DJI O4 with DJI goggles is the easiest way. But the picture only appears in the goggles, not on your PC screen.
EMAX OpenIPC Wyvern Link Alpha 800 mW VTX with APFPV is cheaper. It looks close to DJI’s HD video systems. Your PC Wi-Fi can act as the receiver, but we strongly advise a USB Wi-Fi adapter with the exact RTL8812AU chipset. No goggles needed.
Note. The EMAX Wyvern VTX is also the component required to run our upcoming SimuRC-PRO TrueFeel add-on (real telemetry feedback from the buggy: speed, G-forces, vibrations). If you think you might want TrueFeel later, this is the VTX to pick now.
Option 2 — Analog (low cost)
Any low-cost analog FPV solution combined with a USB capture device. The video shows up as a webcam in apps like VLC or OBS, as long as the receiver is UVC-compatible. No goggles needed. Not tested by us yet.
Join the community
Once you have your hardware in hand, join the SimuRC-PRO Discord to share your build, get notified for new releases, and connect with other users.
Next step: Configuration Guide → (full setup walkthrough)