hobbytech CRX18 Flat Cage 4WD Silver Instruction Manual

hobbytech CRX18 Flat Cage 4WD Silver

IMPORTANT – READ THIS BEFORE RUNNING
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND FAMI LIARIZE YO URSELF WITH THE PROD UCTS AND CONTRO L BEFORE OPERATION .
This product is not a toy. It is a high performance model product. It is important to familiarize yourself with the model, its manual, and its construction before assembly and operation. Adult supervision is necessary

CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury and property damage, operate all remotely controlled models in a responsive manner as outlined below.
R/C car models can exceed speeds of 40km/h (25mph), and cannot be stopped quickly.

1.  Never run R/C models on the street or highways, as it could cause or contribute to serious traffic accidents.
2. Never run an R/C model near people or animals, nor use people or animals as obstacles when operation R/C vehicles.
3. To avoid injury to persons or animals, and damage to property, never run a R/C model in a confined or crowed area.
4. Running R/C models into furniture or other inanimate objects will cause damage to the objects and the R/C models.

CAUTION DURING OPERATIONS
When the R/C model is in operation, dot not touch any of its moving parts, such as drive shafts, wheels, as the rotating parts can cause serious injury.

1.  The vehicle motor gets very hot during running and could cause burns if touched.

2. Make sure that no one else is using the same frequency as yours in your running area. Using the same frequency at the same time, whether is driving, flying or sailing, can cause loss of control of the R/C models, resulting in serious accidents.

3. Properly connect plugs. To prevent electrical shock and/or damage to the product resulting from a short-circuit; insulate connections with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape. Before running vehicle, check that battery wiring and plugs are not so loose as to drag on the ground. Properly secure cables using electrical tape or nylon tie-wraps.

4. Stiff rotation of gears, shafts, joints and wheels can burn out the motor. It’s recommended to check proper joint and shaft rotation by using one 1,5V dry cell during assembly of the model.
   A worn motor will overheat and result in a short running time. Replace a worn out motor as soon as possible.

5. R/C models will run out of control when either the receiver or transmitter battery voltage drops off. Stop the vehicle immediately when the car starts to show down to prevent it from running out of control.

• Hereby, [ Flysky Technology co., ltd ] declares that the Radio Equipment [FS-MG41] is in compliance with RED 2014/53/EU.
• The full text of the EU DoC and Appendix 1 of the FCC Statement are available at the following internet address: www.flysky-cn.com
• Always keep the battery away from flammable objects.
• Never disassemble or modify pack wiring in any way or puncture cells.
• Never exceed the maximum of discharge rate or load.
• May explode if damaged or diposed of in fire.
• Store long term at 3.8V per cell. Avoid unnecessary charge cycling.
• Disclaimer: you declare that you have read and understood the safety instruction before use and you agree to take the full responsability of results caused by improper use.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

TRANSMITTER OVERVIEW

1. Wheel Angle, the maximum rotation of the steering wheel is 35 degrees from center to left or right (CH1)
2. Throttle trigger, has a total throw of 12 degrees, 12.5 degrees forward, and 12.5 degrees backward (CH2)
3. Button (CH4)
4. Three-position switch (CH3)
5. Lanyard Eye
6. Handle, 4 * AAA battery compartment
7. Steering Reverse Switch (ST.REV)
8. Power indicator LED (R. LED)
9. Two color LED battery volume ( RX.BATT )
10. Steering D/R (ST.D/R)
11. Throttle D/R (TH.D/R )
12. Dial Switch (Switching the working mode of the electric dispatching)
13. Throttle Reverse Switch (TH.REV)
14. Status indicator green LED (G.LED)
15. Bind Button (BIND)
16. Steering Trim (ST.TRIM)
17. Throttle Trim (TH.TRIM)
18. Power Switch

SPECIFICATIONS

• Product Name FS-MG41
• Channels 4
• Model Type Car, Boat
• RF 2.4 GHz
• RF power Less than 20 dBm
• 2.4GHz system ANT
• Distance >150m (ground distance without interfence)
• Channel Resolution 1024
• Low Voltage alarm Less than 4.2 V
• Power Input 6V DC 1.5AAA*4
• Temperature Range -10°—+60°
• Humidity Range 20—95%
• Dimension 118mm x 73mm x 145mm
• Weight 130g
• Certificate CE & FCC ID : N4ZMG400

BASIC OPERATIONS

INSTALL THE BATTERY

Battery Type: AAA

Battery Installation

1. Open the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert 4 fully-charged AAA batteries into the compartment. Make sure that the battery makes good contact with the battery compartment’s contacts.
3. Replace battery compartment cover.
   Low battery alarm: When the battery is lower than 4.2V, the G.LED on the panel will flash slowly. Note: When installing the battery, please pay attention to the positive and negative poles of the  battery to avoid installation errors. As shown on the right

POWER ON
Follow the steps below to turn on the transmitter:

1. Check to make sure that that battery is fully charged and installed correctly.
2. Toggle the switch to the [ON] position. When active the R.LED will be lit.
3. Connect the receiver to power.
   For safety always power on the transmitter before the receiver.

BIN DING
The transmitter and receiver have been pre-bound before delivery. If you are using another receiver, follow the steps below to bind the transmitter and receiver.

1. Turn on the transmitter while holding the bind button to enter bind mode. G.LED will start flashing quickly.
   Once in bind mode release the bind button.

2. The receiver will enter bind mode automatically when powered on.

3. Once binding is successful the receivers and transmitter’sLED will remain solid .
   Note: When binding, put the transmitter into bind mode first, then the receiver.If the Binding does not finish in 10s, The receiver will quit bind mode automatically.

This binding information only applies to the FS-MG41 and the HW-709/HW-711/FS- R4A receiver, different receivers may require a different pocedure to complete the binding process. Please visit the official FLYSKY website for the latest information on compatible receivers and their respective usermanuals.
Product information is updated regularly, please visit our website for more information.

STICK CALIBRATION
This function is used to set the neutral position for throttle and wheel.
Every transmitter is calibrated before leaving the factory, however if recalibration is required, please follow these steps:

1. Turn and hold the wheel as far clockwise as it will turn, hold the throttle all the way forward, then turn on the transmitter in  calibration mode.
   The R.LED and G.LED will flash twice.

2. Calibrate wheel: Turn the wheel completely clockwise, then completely counterclockwise.
   When calibration is completed the R.LED will be off.

3. Trigger calibration: Pull the trigger back then forward as far as it will go.
   When calibration is completed the G.LED will be off.

4. Once calibration is complete press the bind key to save and exit.

FAILSAFE
This function dictates what the receiver will do in the event that it loses signal from the transmitter, this includes servo position etc.

Setup:
Turn on the transmitter and make sure it is connected to the receiver. Hold the control surface at the desired failsafe position. Press and hold the bind button for 3 seconds, if the G.LED starts flashing every 2 seconds then setup has been successful. Failsafe is now set and will default to these values when the receiver looses signal.
Note: The fail-safe function has no default set at the factory and as such must be set manually.If no failsafe setting has been set, then the receiver will not output anything when signal is lost.

POWER OFF
Follow the steps below to turn off the system:

1. Disconnect the receiver power.
2. Toggle the transmitter’s power switch to the off position.
   Make sure to disconnect the receiver power before turning off the transmitter. Failure to do so may lead to damage or  serious injury.

ESC OVERVIEW

1. CH1
2. CH3
3. CH4
4. Headlight interface
5. Right turn signal light interface
6. Fog light interface
7. Fog light interface
8. Left turn signal light interface
9. LED
10. Headlight interface
11. Antenna
12. Power switch
13. Battery line anode
14. Battery line cathode
15. Motor interface «M+»
16. Motor interface «M-»
17. Left turn signal light interface
18. Right turn signal light interface
19. Tail light interface
20. Stop light interface
21. Backup light interface
22. Channel signal end
23. Power anode
24. Power cathode

SPECIFICATIONS

• Product Name: FS-R4A3-BS
• Adaptive Transmitters: FS-MG43-BS
• Adaptive Models: 1:18 simulation cars, climbing cars
• Number of channels: 4
• Number of Lights: 7
• RF: 2.4GHz ISM
• 2.4G Protocol: 2A-BS
• Antenna: Single antenna
• Input Power: NiMH (5~7Cell)/ 2S Lithium batteries
• Continuous/Peak Current: 10A/50A
• Data Output: PWM
• Temperature Range: -10° ~ +60°
• WaterProof: PPX4
• Distance: >150m(Ground distance without inference)
• Online Update: NO
• Dimensions: 33mm30mm12mm (Excluding capacitor)
• Weight: 11g
• BEC Output: 6V/1A
• Certification: CE, FCC ID: N4ZR4A31

BINDING
The receiver automatically enters the binding state once it is powered on. Follow the steps below to bind with the transmitter.

1. Power on the transmitter while pressing the BIND button, then the transmitter enters the binding mode.
   At the time, The G.LED on the transmitter flashes quickly, then release the BIND button.

2. After the receiver is powered on, it will automatically enter the binding mode if it is not connected to the transmitter in 1 second;

3. After the binding is finished, the LED of the receiver is solid on.
   Notes: Put the transmitter into binding mode first, and then put the receiver into its binding mode. If the binding is not finished  within 10s, the LED of the receiver will enter its slow flashing state.

CAR LIGHT CONTROL
The car light control is mainly to implement the changeover of lighting states and lighting modes by the setting of the transmitter. This receiver is preset with five modes for controlling model car lights. In each mode, the on/off states of backup lights are consistent; in other words, the backup light is in a high-light state when the model car backs up; otherwise, it is in off state. The turn signal light, headlight, stop light, tail light and fog light have different on/off states as follows:

•  Default mode : In this mode, the turn signal light is in off state regardless of whether the model car makes a turn or not; When braking, the stop light is in a high-light state, and otherwise, it is in off state;
  The headlight, tail light and fog light are in off state.

• Mode A : In this mode, the turn signal light is in a slow flashing state when the model car makes a turn; When braking, the stop light is in a high-light state, and when not braking, it is in a low-light state; The headlight is in a low-light state; The tail light and fog light are in off state.

• Mode B : In this mode, the turn signal light is in a slow flashing state when the model car makes a turn; When braking, the stop light is in a high-light state, and when not braking, it is in a low-light state;
  The headlight is in a high-light state; The tail light and fog light are in off state.

• Mode C : In this mode, the turn signal light is in a continuously slow flashing state regardless of whether the model car makes a turn or not; When braking, the stop light is in a high-light state, and when not braking, it is in a low-light state; The headlight is in a high-light state; The tail light and fog light are in on state.

• Mode D : In this mode, the turn signal light is in a slow flashing state when the model car makes a turn;
  When braking, the stop light is in a high-light state, and when not braking, it is in off state; The headlight is in off state; The tail light and fog light are in on state.

Notes:

1. The CH4 channel of the receiver can output both the light mode signal and the PWM signal. It needs to be set at the  transmitter side. Press the CH4 button on the transmitter for a short time, the CH4 channel outputs the light mode. Each time it is pressed,one mode per press (Default Mode, Mode A, Mode B, Mode C and Mode D are switched in turn); Press and hold the CH4 button for a while,then switch the CH4 channel to PWM output.
2. Every time the receiver is turned on, the car light control mode is in Default Mode.
3. Mode C is an emergency light working state. In this mode, the left and right turn signal lights flash synchronously and slowly as emergency lights.
4. This receiver identifies the neutral positions of Steering CH1 and Throttle CH2 automatically when it is powered on. It recommends to power on the receiver again after the trims of the transmitter are turned.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

1. Connect the charger to a USB port then connect the battery to the charger.
2. When charging, the status LED is red, when charged, the status LED is green.
3. Do not let the battery charge unattended!
4. If the battery or charger is hot, disconnect the battery and charger immediately as this may be caused by an internal short-circuit.

ESC FUNCTION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Connect related equipment
   Make sure the ESC is off before connection. Connect the motor with M+ and M- of ESC. Connect the steering servo to the 3Pin interface marked with «ST» of ESC (- + S connected correspondingly). Connect the battery with the positive and negative poles of ESC correspondingly.

2. Normal boot, identification throttle midpoint:

   • After connecting related equipment as step 1, turn on the radio first, move the throttle trigger to the neutral position. Turn on the switch of ESC at last. The receiver will automatically recognize the battery type when it is powered on again. Then it can run it.

Notes:

• The ESC can be run after completing self-inspection (about 3 seconds) if power on, otherwise it cannot be operated normally.
• If there is no power output and the red light of ESC flashes quickly after power on, please check whether the throttle trim of the  transmitter is set to the «0» position, the receiver will automatically recognize the midpoint of the trim throttle after restarting;
• If the rotation direction is not correct during running, exchange the two wires connecting motor and ESC.
• To make sure everything is ok, please turn on the transmitter first and finally turn on the ESC, turn off the ESC first and finally turn off the transmitter.

Note: Please refer to the relevant sections for details about the battery type, drag brake force and running mode of the ESC.

Attention:

• Make sure the product is installed and calibrated correctly, failure to do so may result in serious injury.
• Please carefully check each power device and car frame instructions to ensure the power matching is reasonable before use. Avoid damaging power system due to incorrect matching.
• Do not let the external temperature of the system exceed 90°C /194°F , because high temperature will damage the power system.
• Make sure the receiver’s battery is disconnected before turning off the transmitter, failure to do so can result out of control. Unreasonable setting of the Failsafe may cause accidents.
• After use, remember to disconnect the battery and the ESC. If the battery isn’t disconnected, the ESC will consume electric energy all the time even if it is off. It will discharge completely if connect the battery for a long time, thus resulting in the failure of the battery or the ESC. We are not responsible for any damage caused by this!
• Make sure the receiver is mounted away from motors or any device that emits excessive electrical noise.
• Keep the antenna of the receiver at least 1cm away from conductive materials such as carbon or metal.
• Do not power on the receiver during the setup process to prevent loss of control.

LITHIUM POLYMER (LIPO) BATTERY WARNING

• Never charge a lithium polymer battery with a charger designed for Nicd, NIMH, or any other type of battery chemistry. Use ONLY charger designed for LiPo battery.
• Do not leave LiPo battery unattended during charging.
• Do not overcharge the battery.
• Always charge LiPo batteries on non-flammable, heat-resistant surfaces.
• Always use a LiPo-safe bag or container while charging. Do not allow LiPo cells to overheat at any time.
• Cells which reach greater than 140 Fahrenheit (60°C) will usually become damaged and will catch fire.
• Do not charge the LiPo pack while it is still in the model. Never charge or store battery packs in a vehicle.
• Do not discharge LiPo; doing so will damage the battery.
• Do not expose LiPo cell to water or moisture at any time.
• Do not store battery near open flame or heater.
• Do not assemble LiPo cells or pre-assembled packs together with other LiPo cells or packs.
• Always store LiPo battery in a secure location away from children.
• Always remove the LiPo battery if model is involved in any kind of crash.
• Carefully inspect the battery and connectors for even the smallest damage.
• CAUTION: Cells may become hot after usage. Allow the pack to cool to room temperature prior to recharging.
• Do not allow the electrolyte to get into eyes or on skin. Wash affected areas immediately if they come into contact with electrolyte. Do not alter or modify connectors or wires of a LiPo battery pack.
• Always inspect the condition of the battery before charging and operating.
• Do not short circuit the LiPo battery.
• Do not have contact with a leaky/damaged battery directly.
• Do not charge battery out of recommended temperature range (0°C-45°C).

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References

• cn.com
• FlyskyRC

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