Nextion Dashboards
Nextion displays are affordable touchscreens for sim racing dashboards. Connect to SimHub via USB TTL adapter or Arduino Pro Micro. Note: SimHub's official Nextion support has limitations—newer Nextion models (post-Dec 2021) may not work; 4.3" or 2.8" recommended over 5" for performance. Community templates and rracingDash project available.
Key Features
- Affordable touchscreen dashboards
- SimHub Custom Serial Devices support
- USB TTL or Arduino connection
- Community templates (rracingDash, etc.)
- RPM, speed, gear, lap times
- 4.3" and 2.8" recommended; 5" has performance issues
What It Does
Dashboard templates for Nextion displays. Connect Nextion screens to SimHub via Custom Serial Devices. USB TTL adapter for standalone use; Arduino Pro Micro allows adding RGB LEDs or buttons. Community projects (e.g. rracingDash) provide ready-made layouts. Display RPM, speed, gear, lap times, and more. Affordable hardware option.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Affordable hardware
- SimHub Custom Serial support
- Community templates
- 4.3" and 2.8" recommended
Cons
- Newer Nextion models may not work in SimHub
- USB TTL or Arduino required
Setup Instructions
Purchase a Nextion display (4.3" or 2.8" recommended). Get USB TTL adapter or Arduino Pro Micro. Download a SimHub Nextion template or rracingDash from the SimHub community / documentation. Load the .TFT file to the display via MicroSD. Configure SimHub Custom Serial Devices: select COM port, 115200 baud. Connect display and run SimHub.
Download Links
Other dashboards & hardware integration: SimHub, DNR Dashboard, Z1 Dashboard, SLI-Max Manager, SIM-Dashboard , or all dashboards & hardware integration apps.
Next Steps
Apps Hub — browse all app categories · FUSION Racing home — driver guides, track guides, and more