RADiOMASTER Ranger Nano User Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Radiomaster
Table of Contents
RADiOMASTER Ranger Nano
RANGER
The Ranger is a high-performance wireless communication module with various features that include:
- Rugged CNC Case
- High efficiency cooling system
- OLED Display
- Wifi and Bluetooth support
- Built-in Accelerometer
- Packet rates up to F-1000Hz
- Directional Nav key and customizable shortcut buttons
- Up to 1 Watt Power output
- Futaba CRSF Cable included *
- Packet rates over 500hz requires EdgeTX 2.7.1 or later
Specifications
- Regulatory Domain: ISM2400
- MCU: ESP32(main),ESP8285(aux, as ESP backpack)
- RF chip: SX1281IMLTRT
- Frequency Range: 2400 MHz to 2480 MHz
- Maximum receiver refresh rate: 500Hz/F-1000Hz
- Minimum receiver refresh rate: 25Hz
- RF Output Power: 30dBm for FCC, 20dBm for CE
- JR standard 5pin socket
- Nano standard 8pin socket
- Built-in RGB Lights
- Built-in OLED screen
- G-sensor support
- XT30 Power supply voltage: DC 6V ~ 16.8V
- Weight: 155 grams (with antenna)
- Dimension: 905124mm
How to update Firmware
To update the firmware of your Ranger, follow the instructions provided in the firmware update manual.
How to bind
To bind your Ranger with your radio, follow the instructions provided in
the binding manual.
How to install the module in your radio
To install the Ranger module in your radio, follow the instructions
provided in the installation manual.
How and when to use your Moxon or T-Antenna
The Moxon directional antenna is intended for long range and has a more
narrow field of operation. It is important to keep the Moxon antenna pointed
in the general direction of your aircraft. Antenna polarization:
vertical/horizontal polarization. The T-Antenna is an omnidirectional antenna.
It is intended for short to medium range and is suitable for most conditions.
Antenna polarization: vertical/horizontal polarization.
How to use Futaba CRSF cable
To use Futaba CRSF cable, ensure that your Futaba radio firmware can
support CRSF function. Follow the Futaba manual to select servo test port to
CRSF. Connect Ranger via CRSF cable. Connect a XT30 2s-3s lipo battery to
Ranger.
Ranger FCC Radiation Exposure Limits
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Features
- Rugged CNC Case
- High efficiency cooling system
- OLED Display
- Wifi and Bluetooth support
- Built in Accelerometer
- Packet rates up to F-1000Hz
- Directional Nav key and customizable shortcut buttons
- Up to 1 Watt Power output
- Futaba CRSF Cable included
-
- Packet rates over 500hz requires EdgeTX 2.7.1 or later
How to update Firmware
Please install ELRS configurator follow https://www.expresslrs.org/3.0/quick-
start/installing-configurator/
Important note on the ExpressLRS LUA Script
You must ensure you are using the correct matching version of the ExpressLRS
Lua script with your Module. When updating the Firmware on your module also
take the time to ensure your LUA script on the radio is also updated. In the
ExpressLRS configurator click the“Download LUA Script”button to download the
newest script. The .LUA file you download should be copied to /the
SCRIPTS/TOOLS directory of the SD card on your handset. Previous versions of
the script can be erased from your SD card if no longer needed.
Module Firmware Update
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Step 1: Connect Ranger via usb-cable to PC, then open ELRS-configurator.
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Step 2: Select the target
Device Category: RadioMaster 2.4 Ghz
Device: RadioMaster Ranger -
Step 3: please follow the option below
https://www.expresslrs.org/3.0/quick-start/firmware- options/ -
Step 4: click BUILD & FLASH, and wait flash finished.
Important note on Radio Firmware
For the best performance and compatibility, we recommend using EdgeTX 2.7.1 or
later with your Ranger ExpressLRS Module. EdgeTX and ExpressLRS have been
working together to ensure compatibility and support for the latest features.
Visit http://edgetx.org/ to learn more. The Best way to update your
radio is with EdgeTX Buddy found here:
https://buddy.edgetx.org/
Specifications
- Regulatory Domain: ISM2400
- MCU: ESP32(main),ESP8285(aux, as ESP backpack)
- RF chip: SX1281IMLTRT
- Frequency Range: 2400 MHz to 2480 MHz
- Maximum receiver refresh rate: 500Hz/F-1000Hz
- Minimum receiver refresh rate: 25Hz
- RF Output Power: 30dBm for FCC, 20dBm for CE
- JR standard 5pin socket
- Nano standard 8pin socket
- Built-in RGB Lights
- Built-in OLED screen
- G-sensor support
- XT30 Power supply voltage: DC 6V ~ 16.8V
- Weight: 155 grams (with antenna）
- Dimension: 905124mm
How to bind
Ranger module require ELRS V3.0.0 or later. Please ensure your receiver is
using V3.0.0 or later first.
There are two ways to bind with RX.
Bind by Ranger
- Long press Ranger 5-way button, then press up/down to“BIND”menu, press right to enter.
- Re-power 3 times your ELRS RX, make sure it on bind mode (LED double blink).
- Press middle button to bind.
Bind by Radio LUA
- Enter radio ELRS LUA
- Re-power 3 times your ELRS RX, make sure it on bind mode (LED double blink).
- Press “Bind” on LUA menu.
Bind with Bindphrase
Learn more here https://www.expresslrs.org/3.0/quick-start/binding/
How to install the module in your radio
How and when to use your Moxon or T-Antenna
Type: MOXON
- The Moxon directional antenna is intended for long range and has a more narrow field of operation. It is important to keep the Moxon antenna pointed in the general direction of your aircraft.
- Antenna polarization: vertical/horizontal polarization
Type: T-Antenna
- The T-Antenna is an omnidirectional antenna. It is intended for short to medium range and is suitable for most conditions.
- Antenna polarization: vertical/horizontal polarization
How to use Futaba CRSF cable
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Please make sure your Futaba radio fw can support CRSF function.
https://futabausa.com/product-support/software-downloads/ -
Follow futaba manual to select servo test port to CRSF.
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Connect Ranger via CRSF cable.
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Connect a XT30 2s-3s lipo battery to Ranger
FCC Warning
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The
device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &your body.