MAVERICK MTX-244 2.4GHz 3ch Transmitter Instructions

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Your Transmitter is an advanced controller designed for the beginner to be easy to use and tune. You will need to follow the steps below to ensure you prepare the controller correctly for use and understand the adjustment possibilities available.

The function switches on the transmitter[

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1. Power LED
2. Steering Reverse Switch
3. Throttle Reverse Switch
4. Throttle End Point Dial (low/high points)
5. Bind Button
6. Throttle Trim
7. Steering Trim
8. Steering Dual Rate (D/R) Switch
9. Steering Control
10. Throttle Trigger
11. Power Switch

Throttle Trigger[](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2022/05

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• Pull the trigger to go forwards and speed up
• Push the trigger forward to brake
• Push again for reverse

Steering Wheel[](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2022/05

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Turn the steering wheel to the left or right to make the vehicle turn left or right

Steering Dual Rate (D/R)[](https://manuals.plus/wp-

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The dual-rate settings adjust the maximum degree of movement from the servo. Move the D/R lever down to increase or up to decrease the maximum steering angle.

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The Steering (ST) and Throttle (TH) reverse switches are set to “NOR” (Normal) as standard. To switch the direction of travel of either the steering or throttle move the switch to the “REV” (Reverse) position.

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The throttle EPA allows you to adjust the maximum degree of movement of the throttle channel. “Hi” sets the EPA for the throttle direction, “Lo” sets the EPA for the brake direction. Turn the dial anti-clockwise to reduce or clockwise to increase the allowable degree of movement. When using this transmitter with an electric powered vehicle, set the end points to the maximum setting.

Trim Setup

If the steering is not straight with the transmitter on, make sure the trim dial is set to the central position and adjust the Servo horn on the car if needed. Then make fine adjustments with the steering trim whilst driving the vehicle.

Throttle Trim
Throttle neutral adjustments can be made by moving the throttle trim lever up for more throttle or down for more brake.

Steering Trim
Steering neutral adjustments can be made by moving the steering trim lever left or right.

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1. Open the battery holding tray to expose the empty battery slots. Insert 4 AA batteries into the marked spaces. Please note the correct direction of the batteries
2. Incorrect battery insertion could damage the transmitter 2.4Ghz technology has done away with the need for long extendable aerials. The Aerial on your transmitter is located internally

Turning on the power[](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2022/05

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Turn on the transmitter first and then turn on the receiver. Turn on the transmitter switch and the LED battery indicator will light up. Turn on the receiver. The automatic set-up of the factory set speed control should have been completed. If you experience any problems with the speed control settings refer to the Electronic Speed Control Section for correct setup information.

Power LED

The Red LED will show if the installed AA batteries have sufficient charge.
The Red LED will flash and there will be an audible beep if the batteries need replacing.

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Turn off the receiver first and then turn off the transmitter.If you switch off the transmitter first before the R/C car, you may lose control of the R/C car.

• Turn off the receiver switch.
• Turn off the transmitter switch.
• Disconnect the battery connector from the speed control connector.

Binding the Transmitter and Receiver

You may need to setup your transmitter to ‘bind’ with the receiver if you change to a new receiver or for any reason lose signal.

• Place the transmitter and the receiver close to each other (within one meter).
• Turn the power switch on the transmitter to the ON position.
• Press and hold the receiver setup button, then turn the power switch to the ON position.
• The receiver LED will flash quickly. Release the setup button after 1 second.
• Press and hold the binding button on the transmitter for 1 second until the LED on the receiver is continuously lit.

Fail-Safe Setup

Caution
Any new binding of transmitter & receiver will clear the pre-set fail safe.

With the transmitter and car switched on, press the setup button on the receiver then release. LED will flash.

• Electric setup Leave throttle trigger in neutral position, and press the setup button. The LED will flash quickly. Once the receiver LED remains lit, then release the setup button on the receiver.
• Nitro setup Hold full brake on the transmitter, and press the setup button. The LED will flash quickly. Release full brake on the transmitter once the receiver LED remains lit, then release the setup button on the receiver.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

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 operating 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 in, 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 the 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 technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of lndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. RF Exposure Statement The MTX-244 transmitter has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the accessories supplied or designated for this product, and provided at least 20cm separation between the antenna the user\s body is maintained. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
The radio equipment type in this product is in compliance with EU Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity is available at www.hpiracing.com/ce

References

• HPI RACING & MAVERICK RC CE Documentation - HPI Racing
• HPI RACING & MAVERICK RC CE Documentation - HPI Racing
• Maverick Radio Control Cars

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