Installation - v5.3.0

This tutorial guides you through the process of installing SimHub, configuring the "Custom Serial Devices" plugin, and setting up your hardware (v5.3.0) for racing simulators like Assetto Corsa.

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Step 1: Download and Install SimHub

1. Visit the official SimHub website.
   Download here: https://www.simhubdash.com/download-2/
   
2. Download the latest version of SimHub (e.g., v9.10.15 as shown in the video).
3. Extract the downloaded zip file and run the installer (SimHubSetup.exe) to install the software on your PC.

 

Step 2: Enable the Custom Serial Devices Plugin

1. Launch SimHub.
2. Go to the Settings tab on the left sidebar.
3. Navigate to the Plugins section.
4. Scroll down to find "Custom serial devices".
5. Toggle the switch to Enable this plugin.
6. Note: You may need to restart SimHub or check the left sidebar for the new "Custom serial devices" tab to appear.

 

Step 3: Import Device Settings

1. Click on the "Custom serial devices" tab in the left menu.
2. Look for the "Import settings" option (usually located under the "Export and import" section at the bottom or via a menu).
3. Download the configuration file from here:
   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l0PLwjSWemMon05Gm0scdYxJ2rU1G4Qx/view
   
4. Browse and select the configuration file provided with your hardware (e.g., .shsds file, such as serial device settings (7+dleds) or v5.3.0.shsds).
5. Click Open to load the settings.

 

Step 4: Connect the Hardware

1. Connect your device to the computer via USB.
2. In the "Custom serial devices" panel, look for the Serial port setting.
3. Select the correct COM port corresponding to your device (e.g., COM11 - USB-Enhanced-SERIAL CH343).
4. Toggle the switch in the top-right corner to Connect (The status should change to "Connected" and the text to green).

 

Step 5: Configuration & Testing

Once connected, you can adjust the device behavior using the Setting panel sliders:

• LCD Mode: Change the display layout.
• LED Mode: Adjust LED patterns.
• Brightness: Adjust the Matrix brightness or Digital Light Brightness.

Verify that the hardware display responds to these slider changes immediately.

 

Step 6: Enjoy the Game

1. Launch your racing simulator (e.g., Assetto Corsa).
2. The device will automatically sync with the game telemetry, displaying real-time data such as gear, RPM, and speed.

 

Video Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Downloading SimHub
• 00:10 - Installing SimHub
• 00:28 - Enabling "Custom serial devices" plugin
• 00:50 - Importing the settings file
• 01:00 - Selecting COM port and connecting
• 01:10 - Adjusting display modes and brightness
• 01:42 - In-game demonstration