The SIMAGIC P700 is a modular pedal platform for drivers who want adjustable braking without starting with the most expensive hardware. Its 150 kg load cell, Hall-effect travel sensing and 35 brake settings provide several ways to match the pedals to the rig. The important decision is not simply how hard the brake can become. It is how the pedal movement, seating position and software calibration work together. This guide builds that relationship step by step, from a two-pedal installation to a manual-car setup.
Two pedals or three: choose for the cars you drive
The two-pedal configuration contains throttle and brake and suits cars shifted with steering-wheel paddles. A three-pedal configuration adds the clutch for manual-car driving and starts that use a separate clutch pedal. The SIMAGIC C-P700 is also available as an expansion for an existing set. Check the selected product variant before ordering: a clutch-only listing is an accessory, not a complete pedal set. Starting with two pedals can leave more freedom to position the brake for left-foot braking.
Understand force sensing and pedal travel
The P700 uses a load cell for braking force and Hall-effect sensing for pedal movement. SIMAGIC describes the travel-based response as useful with softer settings and floor installations. Pressure-based operation becomes more practical when the pedal base and seat stay firmly in place. The 150 kg figure is the load-cell rating, not an instruction to apply that force with your foot. Calibrate a repeatable working range that you can reach without lifting your hips or pushing the seat backwards.
Choose a mounting route before tuning resistance
For a cockpit installation, compare the P700 mounting drawing with the actual pedal deck and leave access to the connectors. Test that the deck does not lift under braking. On the floor, check grip on the actual surface and secure the chair as well as the pedals. The optional SIMAGIC P700 Wall Mount Kit provides a dedicated wall-supported installation option. Follow its intended arrangement; do not treat it as a generic bracket for an unrelated product. A stiffer brake cannot compensate for a moving chair.
Set the physical geometry first
Sit in your normal footwear with your back supported. Adjust pedal spacing so your knees and ankles follow a comfortable line, then set pedal height and angle. The P700 permits adjustment of angle, height and module spacing. Check the throttle at full travel: your ankle should not need to stretch beyond a comfortable range. At the brake maximum, keep some knee bend and maintain contact with the backrest. Use the silicone heel plate as a stable foot reference rather than hovering above the pedals.
Find a useful brake setting
The 35 brake configurations allow different combinations of resistance and travel. Begin with a moderate setting and record what you installed before making changes. A softer, longer-travel setup can help on a floor installation; a firmer configuration can suit a rigid cockpit. Neither is automatically faster. Change one element at a time and repeat the same braking exercise. If you cannot release pressure smoothly during corner entry, try a more manageable setting before adding a nonlinear software curve to hide the difficulty.
Calibrate in SimPro Manager
Use the current supported SIMAGIC software and check that the pedals are detected before launching the simulator. Establish clean minimum and maximum inputs after the mechanical setup is fixed. Set the brake maximum with a force you can reproduce several times while seated normally. Add only enough lower deadzone to prevent unintended input when your foot rests lightly on the pedal. Then calibrate the axes in the game. Avoid configuring large deadzones in both applications, because that can remove useful movement twice.
A repeatable first-session test
Choose one car and one familiar braking zone. Make several controlled stops, checking whether the pedal reaches the intended maximum and returns to zero. Then practise gradually releasing the brake while turning into the corner. Compare consistency rather than a single fastest lap. If your body moves first and the brake input follows, improve seat support or lower the working force. Save the successful setup with a note of the resistance arrangement, software curve and footwear. Those details make later adjustments easier to evaluate.
Connections and future upgrades
For a PC setup with another wheelbase brand, confirm the direct USB connection described in the P700 documentation and map the pedals as a separate controller. Do not infer console compatibility from a USB connector. P700 also supports optional haptic feedback, but the reactor, compatible mounting and power requirements must be checked as a complete upgrade. Begin with reliable throttle and brake inputs before adding vibration. Haptics can communicate events; they do not replace the mechanical adjustment or the need to calibrate the brake properly.
A complete SIMAGIC starting point
If you are building the steering system at the same time, the SIMAGIC GT Neo + Alpha EVO Sport 9Nm + P700 Pedals Bundle combines a wheelbase, steering wheel and pedals in one hardware package. Compare its listed contents with the individual configuration you want, especially the clutch. A hardware bundle still needs suitable cockpit mounting and a compatible PC setup. For wheelbase selection, use our Alpha EVO mounting and torque guide. Keep the pedal purchase focused on your posture and driving style rather than matching a torque number.
Frequently asked questions
Must I use the full 150 kg rating?
No. It describes sensor capacity. Set a working brake force that your body and rig can repeat comfortably.
Can I add a clutch later?
Yes. The dedicated C-P700 expands an existing P700 setup. Confirm that you are buying the clutch-only option when that is all you need.
Should I calibrate after changing brake resistance?
Yes. Mechanical changes can alter the useful force and travel range, so repeat the software and in-game checks.
Are haptic modules included?
Treat them as optional accessories unless your selected package explicitly lists them. Consult the official P700 specifications before choosing an upgrade.
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