Horizon Sonicwake V2 36-INCH SELF-RIGHTING DEEP-V BRUSHLESS RTR Owner’s Manual

Horizon Sonicwake V2 36-INCH SELF-RIGHTING DEEP-V BRUSHLESS RTR

NOTICE

All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or www.towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product.

MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

As the user of this product, you are solely responsible for operating in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in dam-age to the product or the property of others.

• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always pick up the boat from the front, keeping all moving parts pointed away from you.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this purpose. Moisture causes dam-age to unprotected electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

Water-Resistant Boat with Waterproof Electronics

Your new Horizon Hobby boat has been designed and built with a combination of waterproof and water-resistant components to allow you to operate the product in calm, fresh water conditions.
While the entire boat is highly water-resistant, it is not completely waterproof and your boat should NOT be treated like a submarine. The various electronic components used in the boat, such as the ESC, servo(s) and receiver are waterproof, however, most of the mechanical components are water-resistant and require additional maintenance after use.

Metal parts, including the bearings, pins, screws and nuts, propel-ler, rudder, rudder mounts, prop struts, as well as the contacts in the electrical cables, will be susceptible to corrosion if additional maintenance is not performed after running in wet conditions. To maximize the long-term performance of your boat and to keep the warranty intact, the procedures described in the WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE section must be performed regularly.

CAUTION: Failure to exercise caution while using this product and complying with the following precautions could result in product malfunction and/or void the warranty.

General Precautions

• Read the WET CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE procedures and make sure that you have all the tools you will need to properly maintain your boat.
• Not all batteries can be used in wet conditions. Consult the battery manufacturer before use. Caution should be taken when using Li-Po batteries in wet conditions.
• Most transmitters are not water-resistant. Consult your transmitter’s manual or the manufacturer before operation.
• Never operate your transmitter or boat when lightning is present.
• Saltwater is very conductive and highly corrosive. If you choose to run your boat in saltwater, immediately rinse the boat in freshwater after each use. Operating your boat in saltwater is at the sole discretion of the modeler.

Wet Conditions Maintenance

• Drain any water that has collected in the hull by removing the drain plug or canopy and tilting the boat in the appropriate direc-tion to drain the water.
  CAUTION: Always keep hands, fingers, tools and any loose or hanging objects away from rotating parts.

• Remove the battery pack(s) and dry the contacts. If you have an air compressor or a can of compressed air, blow out any water that may be inside the recessed connector housings.

• Remove all moving parts. Dry and lubricate parts after every 30 minutes of operation or if the boat becomes submerged.
  NOTICE: Never use a pressure washer to clean your boat.

• Use an air compressor or a can of compressed air to dry the boat and help remove any water that may have gotten into small crevices or corners.

• Spray the bearings, fasteners and other metal parts with a water-displacing light oil or lubricant.

• Let the boat air dry before you store it. Water (and oil) may con-tinue to drip for a few hours.

Box Contents

• Pro Boat® Sonicwake® V2 36-Inch Self-Righting Deep V RTR (PRB08032V2T1/T2)
• Spektrum™ Firma Smart 120A Brushless Marine ESC 3–6S (SPMXME1120)
• Spektrum™ SR315 DSMR® 3-Channel Sport Receiver (SPMSR315)
• Spektrum™ 9KG Waterproof Servo (SPMS605)
• Spektrum™ SLT3™ 3-Channel Transmitter (SPMSLT350)
• Spektrum Firma 1900KV Marine Motor (SPMXMM3300)

Recommended Tools and Materials

• Needle nose pliers
• Paper towel
• Rubbing alcohol
• Open-end wrench: 10mm (2)
• Nut driver: 4mm, 5.5mm, 8mm
• Hex wrench: 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm
• Clear tape (DYNM0102)
• Pro Boat® Marine Grease and Gun
• Hook and Loop Tape Set, WP (4pcs)
• Clean towels
• CA or Epoxy Glue
• Ball driver: 2.5mm

Specifications

• Length 36 in. (914.4mm)
• Height 6.75 in. (171.45mm)
• Beam 11.0 in. (279.4mm)
• Hull
• Material Polycarbonate
• Recommended
• Battery (2) 11.1V 5000mAh 3S 100C
  • Smart Hardcase LiPo Battery: IC5 (SPMX50003S100H5)
  • (sold separately) are required to operate the boat.

Transmitter Functions

• A. Throttle Trim
  Adjusts the throttle neutral point

• B. Steering Trim
  Adjusts the steering center point. Normally, the steering trim is adjusted until the vehicle tracks straight.

• C. LED

  • Solid red lights: Indicates the power is ON and adequate battery power
  • Flashing red lights: Indicates the battery voltage is critically low. Replace batteries

• D. Steering Wheel

• E. Throttle/Brake

• F. Steering Rate
  On-The-Fly knob for travel adjustment on the steering

• G. Channel 3
  3 position momentary switch, middle position is neutral For programming press up for A button, press down for B button

• H. Throttle Limit
  Limits throttle output to 50/75/100%
  Select 50% or 75% for less experienced drivers or when you are driving the vehicle in a small area.

• I. Throttle (TH) Servo Reversing
  Move the switch to reverse the throttle channel

• J. Steering (ST) Servo Reversing
  Move the switch to reverse the steering channel

• K. Power Button

Installing the Transmitter Batteries
This transmitter requires 4 AA batteries.

1. Remove the battery cover from the transmitter.
2. Install the batteries as shown.
3. Install the battery cover.

CAUTION: Never remove the transmitter batteries while the model is powered ON. Loss of model control, dam-age, or injury may occur.
CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge only rechargeable batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in injury to persons and/or damage to property.
CAUTION : Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to national regulations.

Antenna Tube Installation

Install the receiver antenna in the tube as shown. Do not bend end of antenna over antenna tube and place cap over it. The antenna does not have to be outside of the tube to operate properly.
Keep the end of the antenna above the boat’s waterline to get the best transmitter reception. Apply clear tape (DYNM0102), if desired.

NOTICE: Do not cut or kink the receiver antenna or damage may result.

Battery Pack Installation

1. Loosen the 4 canopy screws.
2. Carefully lift the canopy from the hull.
3. Install the batteries in the battery tray.
4. Connect the battery packs to the ESC power connectors.
5. Before placing your boat in the water, secure the canopy on the hull. Apply clear tape (DYNM0102), if desired.

TIP: Place the canopy flat onto the hull and secure the two front screws simultaneously. Then secure the two rear screws simultaneously. This helps prevent cross threading and damage to the thumbscrews and/or threaded inserts.
TIP: Begin with the batteries as far forward as possible, moving them back ½ inch (13mm) at a time toward the stern until the boat reaches maximum speed.

Positioning the Battery Packs

• Toward the Bow: In rough water or strong wind conditions, place the battery packs at the front of the battery trays to ensure the greatest stability.
• Centered: Smooth water and calm winds may allow you to move the battery packs rear-ward in the hull to allow the bow to ride higher and increase speed. Be aware that positioning the batteries farther aft increases the likelihood of the boat blowing over at speed or becoming unstable.
• Toward the Stern: Positioning the batteries all the way back in their trays may provide higher top speeds but can cause instability. Experiment with this position only in very calm conditions while closely monitoring the hull’s attitude as you increase speed.

Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
The factory default setting for the LVC in the ESC included with your boat is set at 3.2V per cell. Discharging a Li-Po battery below 3V per cell may damage your battery. The included ESC protects the boat battery from over-discharge using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Before the battery charge decreases too much, LVC removes power supplied to the motor.
The boat drastically slows or stops completely once LVC is activated. Releasing the throttle and reapplying it will provide a limited amount of power to safely return the boat to shore. Repeated use after LVC is activated will damage the batteries.
Once LVC has been activated, the ESC status light will flash red continuously indicating that the ESC is in LVC mode.

NOTICE: Repeated operation to LVC will damage the battery.
LVC can activate prematurely if you use (1) low C-rated batteries or (2) old, worn, and/or weak batteries.

The average run time—using the recommended batteries
(SPMX50003S100H5)—is between 3–4 minutes at non-stop, open throttle. Limited run time may indicate worn or weak batteries.

TIP: If you’ve installed freshly charged batteries, and LVC activates within the first minute of operation, replace your worn or weak batteries with the recommended batteries.
TIP: Monitor your boat battery’s voltage before and after boating by using a Li-Po Cell Voltage Checker (DYN4071, sold separately).

Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from the boat after use to prevent trickle discharge. Charge your Li-Po battery to half capacity before storage. During storage, make sure the battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell. LVC does not prevent the battery from over-discharge during storage.

Control Check

IMPORTANT: Perform a control check at the beginning of each boating session, after repair, or after installation of new batteries.
Ensure the receiver antenna is extended properly and all batteries are fully charged.

1. Power ON the transmitter and the boat. Do not install the boat canopy.

2. Place the boat securely on the boat stand.
   NOTICE: Do not operate the motor longer than 20 seconds without water- cooling circulation or damage may result.

3. Check steering and throttle on the transmitter.

Getting Started

1. Power on the transmitter.
2. Connect the two batteries to the IC5® connectors on the ESC.
3. Power on the ESC switch. The ESC arming tones will sound.
4. Test the transmitter’s control of the boat with the boat on the display stand.
5. Remove the rudder cover before operating the boat.

When You Are Finished

1. Power off the ESC.

2. Power off the transmitter.

3. Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat.
   TIP: Always remove the canopy before storage or moisture may allow mold and mildew to grow in the boat.

4. Drain water from inside the hull using the drain plug.

5. Fully dry the inside and outside of the boat, including the water cooling lines and jacket around the motor. Carefully dry all battery, motor and receiver connectors by removing one at a time and reinstalling.

6. Remove the hatch before storing your boat.

7. Repair any damage or wear to the boat.

8. Lubricate the flex shaft using Pro Boat® Marine Grease (DYNE4200 or DYNE4201).

9. Note the lessons learned from the trimming of your boat, including water and wind conditions.

10. Replace the rudder cover to protect the rudder’s sharp points.

NOTICE: When you are finished boating, never leave the boat in direct sunlight or in a hot, enclosed area such as a car. Doing so can damage the boat.
NOTICE: Using a larger propeller, or one with more pitch than the one included (on 6S [22.2v]), may damage the electronics and battery packs.

Boating Tips

During the first run, we recommend calm wind and water conditions to ensure that the boat is properly set up. Maximum speeds of 50 MPH/+ can be achieved once you have set up the boat for your specific conditions. Top speed will also be determined by the battery’s ability to efficiently deliver power to the motor via the ESC.
Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to pilot your boat.

1. Carefully place the boat in the water.
2. Operate the boat at slow speeds near the shoreline. Avoid objects in the water at all times. When the boat is moving forward, ensure water flows out of the coolant outlet.
3. Once you are comfortable operating the boat at slow speeds, it is safe to operate the boat farther from the shore at higher speeds.
4. Bring the boat back to shore when the motor starts to pulse.

NOTICE: Never operate your boat in less than 12 inches (30.5 cm) of water.

CAUTION: Never attempt to retrieve a downed boat by swimming. If you need to retrieve your boat from the water, use fishing equipment or another boat.

NOTICE: When running at full speed in choppy water, the propeller may exit and re-enter the water repeatedly and very quickly, subjecting the propeller and drive shaft to some stress. Frequent stress may damage the propeller and drive shaft.

In rough water and windy conditions, consider:

• mounting the batteries further forward for added stability
• adjusting the struts downward to prevent the boat from overturning

Avoid boating near:

• watercraft
• people (swimming areas, fishing areas)
• stationary objects
• waves and wakes
• rapidly moving water
• wildlife
• floating debris
• overhanging trees
• vegetation

Self-Righting
The self-righting feature uses a water ballast system. The ballast works as a controlled breach in the hull. As the ballast fills with water, the weight of the water forces the boat to sink, while the air trapped inside the hull causes enough buoyancy to right the boat. The boat will self-right automatically, using water ballast. Once the boat is upright, it will lean to one side. Apply full throttle. The trapped water will be forced out of the ballast tanks by the boat’s forward momentum.

IMPORTANT: Applying throttle during the self-righting process may prevent the boat from turning over.

Maintenance

Propeller Service

1. Use an 8mm nut driver to loosen the nut (A) from the driveshaft (B).
2. Remove the nut and propeller (C) from the driveshaft.
3. Inspect the propeller for any damage or wear and replace as necessary.
4. Assemble in reverse order. Correctly align the propeller with the drive dog on the driveshaft.

Trim Tab Adjustment

The trim tabs come installed from the factory to stabilize the boat as it rides across the water. They are set for consistent performance and stability in most water conditions. However, you can tune out chime walk or porpoise effect by adjusting the trim tabs so they are at least 1–1.5 mm below the ride surface of the boat.
Adjusting the tabs up or down allows the boat to come in more or less contact with the water, resulting in either a smooth, planted ride or a fast, loose ride.

1. Position a ruler parallel to the keel on the right side of the right trim tab, allowing the ruler to extend past the trim tab.
2. To adjust the angle of the trim tab, loosen the locking nut on the adjustment screw, and then tighten the screw.
3. Use a ruler to measure and record the tab adjustment. Measure the length of the bolt head to the base of alumi-num trim tab arm.
4. Record the position of the trim tab against the ruler’s straight edge after adjusting the trim tab.
5. Tighten the adjustment lock nut to prevent further move-ment of the adjustment screw.
6. Repeat this process on the left trim tab, ensuring the trim tab panels are either perpendicular to or parallel to the bot-tom of the boat.

NOTICE: The trim tabs should be the same distance above or below the boat’s ride surface. Adjusting one trim tab more than the other can cause the boat to behave erratically.
NOTICE: If the boat rolls or flips at full speed, the trim tabs or turn fins may have moved or flexed. Immediately return the boat to shore for inspection.
NOTICE : It may be necessary to bend the trim tabs to remove any down force applied to the trim tabs. This should only be done if there is a gap between the adjustment screw and trim tab plate.

Drivetrain Lubrication

Always replace the drivetrain parts when they are damaged or show visible wear or injury and damage may result. Lubricating the drive shaft is vital to the life of the drivetrain. The lubricant also acts as a water seal, keeping water from entering the hull through the stuffing tube. Lubricate the drive shaft and all moving parts after every 20 minutes of operation.

1. In the hull, use two 10 mm open-end wrenches to loosen the motor coupler.

2. Slide the drive shaft out from the stuffing tube and drive strut at the rear of the boat.

3. Wipe the old lubricant and material from the drive shaft.

4. Apply a liberal amount of lubrication to the flex shaft and spread it around the entire shaft. Ensure enough lubrication is on the shaft to prevent any dry areas.
   NOTICE: When lubricating the flex shaft, do not lubricate the first 20mm of the flex shaft. If grease gets into the motor coupler, it may cause the flex shaft to slip inside of the coupler, thereby damaging it and requiring replacement.

5. Carefully reinstall the drive shaft. Rotate it to spread the grease on the inside of the stuffing tube, ensuring that there is a 1–2mm gap between the propeller strut and the drive dog. This will allow space for the shaft as it shrinks under load. Without space, the drive dog could damage the aluminum propeller strut.
   NOTICE: Ensure the flex shaft is installed correctly. Installing the flex shaft incorrectly may result in irreparable damage to the boat.

6. Carefully push the flex shaft into the motor coupler, making sure the grease does not carry into the coupler.

7. Tighten the coupler using two 10mm open-end wrenches.
   NOTICE: Running the boat in saltwater could cause some parts to corrode. If you run the boat in saltwater, rinse it thoroughly in freshwater after each use, lubricate the drive system, and flush the coolant system.

Water Cooling System

If water does not stream out of the right-side water outlet while the boat is moving forward, immediately stop the boat and clean the obstruction from the water-cooling system.

1. Disassemble and clean the water cooling system to remove blockage and prevent overheating.
2. Replace any damaged parts.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the water cooling exit ports are securely attached to the outside of the hull. Failure to inspect this can result in excess water entering the hull.
CAUTION: Running a battery with less than 11.1V will not provide enough momentum to engage the water-cooling system and will cause damage to the electronics due to excessive heat.

General Information

Receiver Antenna
The SR315 receiver features a coaxial antenna design for easy installation in almost any model. The last 1 inch (32mm) on the tip of the antenna is the active portion of the antenna. Install the antenna so the active portion is positioned as high as pos-sible in the vehicle and not “in the shadow” of any carbon fiber or metal. The receiver case can accept an antenna tube directly, making optimal antenna placement easy (antenna tube not included).

SLT Binding
Binding is the process of programming the receiver to recognize the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter.

1. Power ON the receiver, press the bind button three times quickly (within 1.5 seconds of the first button press).
   The LED will begin to flash with a pause.

2. Set the trims and control positions at the desired failsafe settings, and power ON the SLT3 transmitter.

3. When the LED on the SLT3 transmitter and receiver remain lit, binding is complete.

WARNING: Do not kink, cut or damage the antenna wire. The antenna is made of a coaxial wire; if the outer sheath becomes damaged, the receiver will not work properly. If the antenna is damaged in any way, replace the antenna before attempting to use the receiver.

You must rebind when:

• Different failsafe positions are desired e.g., when throttle or steering reversing has been changed.
• Binding the receiver to a different transmitter.

DSMR/DSM2 Binding Standard Mode (default)

If loss of signal occurs, SmartSafe™ technology moves
the throttle channel to its designated failsafe position (low throttle, neutral trigger) that was set during binding. All other channels hold their last position. When the receiver detects signal from the transmitter, normal operation resumes.

To Bind in Standard Mode:

1| Center the throttle trim knob on the transmitter and ensure the throttle trigger is at the neutral position.
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2| Push and hold the receiver bind button.
3| Power on the reciever. The receiver LED will flash rapidly.
4| Release the receiver bind button.
5| Push and hold the transmitter bind button.
6| Power on the transmitter. The transmitter power LED will flash and glow solid when binding is complete.
7| Release the transmitter bind button.

Servo Travel
The servo travel on the Steering and Throttle channels can be adjusted through a special programming mode in the transmitter.

1. Begin with the transmitter binding process to the receiver complete. Power ON the receiver.

2. Hold full right and full brake while powering the transmitter ON to put the transmitter into programming mode.
   The LED on the transmitter will flash 4 times to indicate it is in programming mode.

3. Turn and hold the wheel full left to set the travel limit for that direction, Press the A button to increase travel, press the B button to reduce travel. The LED will flash once with every change. Return the wheel to center to set the travel value.
   IMPORTANT: If the value has reached the maximum or minimum that can be accepted, the LED will not flash with further input.

4. Turn the wheel to the right and repeat the process to set the steering travel to the right.

5. For electric vehicles, power the Transmitter OFF to save the settings. Calibrate your ESC to the default throttle travel.

6. For fuel powered vehicles, set the throttle travel without the engine running; After setting steering travel, you can set throttle travel with the same process. Pull and hold full throttle, adjust travel with the A and B buttons, return to center to set the value.

7. Push full brake, adjust travel with the A and B buttons, return to center

8. Power the transmitter OFF to save the values.

Failsafe
In the unlikely event that the radio connection is lost during use, the receiver will drive the servo and ESC to their pre-programmed failsafe positions (normally no throttle and straight steering).

ESC and Transmitter Calibration

1. Begin with the transmitter and receiver binding complete.

2. Set your transmitter’s throttle channel to 100% travel and trim to neutral.

3. Turn on your transmitter and connect a battery to the ESC but don’t power it on.

4. Press and hold the Set button while turning on the ESC. When the red LED begins to flash, release the Set button. The ESC will enter programming mode if the button is pressed for more than three seconds.
   TIP: The red LED should be fl ashing when the ESC enters calibration mode. If the green LED is fl ashing the ESC is in programming mode.

5. Leave the throttle trigger at the neutral position, then press and release the Set button. The red LED will stop fl ashing, the green LED will fl ash one time and the motor will make a tone to indicate the neutral position has been accepted.

6. Hold the throttle trigger at the full throttle position then press and release the Set button. The green LED will fl ashe twice and the motor will make two tones to indicate the full throttle position has been accepted.

7. Hold the throttle trigger at the full brake position then press and release the Set button. The green LED will fl ash three times and the motor will make three tones to indicate the full brake position has been accepted.
   The motor will operate normally after calibration is completed.

Programming with the Smart Programmer Box

1. Unplug the fan and connect the programming lead to the fan port.
2. Connect a battery to the ESC.
3. Power on the box and select the parameter with the SELECT button.
4. Change the values of the selected parameter with the EDIT button.
5. Press the SAVE button to save the changes. The ESC requires a power cycle to implement the saved changes.

The black-shaded setting is the factory default

Programmable Items

| Parameter Options
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1| 2| 3| 4| 5| 6| 7| 8| 9
Running Mode| Forward Only| Forward/ Backward| | | | | | |
Li-Po Cells| Auto Calc.| 3S| 4s| 5s| 6s| 7s| | |
Low Voltage Cutoff| Disabled| 2.8V/Cell| 3.0V/Cell| 3.2V/Cell| 3.4V/Cell| | | |
Timing| 0º| 3.75º| 7.5º| 11.25º| 15º| 18.5º| 22.5º| 26.5º|

Operation

1. Connect a battery to the ESC.

2. Leave the transmitter throttle at neutral and press the On/Off button on the ESC to turn it on. The ESC will cause the motor to make several tones.
   The number of tones indicates (1) the ESC is in operation (2) the LiPo cell count detected and (3) the ESC is in a ready-to-use state.

3. Press the On/Off button or unplug the battery to turn off the ESC.
   NOTICE: Do not leave a battery connected with the ESC turned off for extended periods of time. Always unplug the battery for storage or the battery may be damaged.

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LED flashes red with short single pulses| LVC protection activated
LED flashes green with short single pulses| The ESC is in thermal shutoff mode
LED flashes green with three short pulses repeating| The ESC has exceeded the continuous current limit
LED flashes green with four short pulses repeating| The ESC has failed the self test
LED flashes green with five short pulses repeating| Capacitor temperature has been exceeded

Troubleshooting Guide

Throttle channel is reversed

| ****

Reverse throttle channel on transmitter

Extra noise or extra vibration

| Damaged propeller, shaft or motor| Replace damaged parts
Propeller is out of balance| Balance or replace propeller
Boat squeals or makes a high pitch sound when applying power to motors| Lubricate flex shafts

Reduced runtime or boat underpowered

| Boat battery charge is low| Completely recharge battery
Boat battery is damaged| Replace boat battery and follow battery instructions
Blocking or friction on shaft or propeller| Disassemble, lubricate and correctly align parts
Boat conditions may be too cold| Make sure the battery is warm (above 10º C [50º F]) before use
Battery capacity may be too low for conditions| Replace battery or use a larger capacity battery
Drive dog is too near the stuffing tube| Loosen drive shaft side of the motor coupling and move drive shaft small amount back
Too little lubrication on drive shaft| Fully lubricate drive shaft
Vegetation or other obstacles block the rudder or propeller| Remove vegetation or obstacles from rudder or propeller
Motor couplers are loose| Tighten motor couplers and ensure the coupler is free of lubrication

Boat will not bind (during binding) to transmitter

| Transmitter is too near boat during binding process| Move powered transmitter a few feet from boat, disconnect and reconnect battery to boat
Boat or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter| Move the boat and transmitter to another location and attempt binding again
Another compatible transmitter is powered on within range of the receiver| Power off all compatible transmitters except the one you are trying to bind

Incorrect binding protocol set

| Verify binding procedure and use SLT binding for stock radio. If using a DSMR or DSM2 utilize the standard binding procedure listed in the manual
Boat battery/Transmitter battery charge is too low| Replace/recharge batteries
ESC switch is off| Power on ESC switch

Boat will not connect (after binding) to transmitter

| Transmitter is too near boat during connecting process| Move powered transmitter a few feet from boat, disconnect and reconnect battery to boat
Boat or transmitter is too close to large metal object, wireless source or another transmitter| Move boat or transmitter to another location and attempt to connect again
Boat battery/transmitter battery charge is too low| Replace/recharge batteries
ESC switch is off| Power on ESC switch

Boat tends to dive in the water or takes on water

| Boat hull is not completely closed| Dry out the boat and ensure the hatch is fully closed on the hull before returning the boat to the water
Trim tabs are adjusted too deep| Adjust trim tabs up
Center of gravity is too far forward| Move batteries back in the hull

Boat tends to turn one direction

| Rudder or rudder trim is not centered| Repair rudder or adjust rudder and rudder trim for straight running when control is at neutral
Break away screw is damaged or broken| Replace damaged screw
ESC may require full throttle range calibration| Calibrate the ESC

Rudder does not move

| Rudder, linkage or servo damage| Replace or repair damaged parts and adjust controls
Steering servo wire is damaged or connections are loose| Do a check of steering servo wires and connections, connect or replace as needed
Transmitter is not bound correctly| Re-bind
BEC of the ESC is damaged| Replace ESC
ESC switch is off| Power on ESC switch
Controls reversed| Transmitter settings are reversed| Do the Control Direction Test and adjust controls on transmitter appropriately
Motor overheats| Blocked water cooler tubes| Clean or replace water tubes
Problem| Possible Cause| Solution
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Motor power pulses then motor loses power

| ESC uses default soft Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)| Recharge boat battery or replace battery that is no longer performing
Weather conditions might be too cold| Postpone until weather is warmer
Battery is old, worn out or damaged| Replace battery

Boat blows over upon acceleration

| Batteries are too far back in the battery tray| Move the batteries forward to adjust the boat’s center of gravity
Struts have too much positive angle, causing the nose of the boat to lift and blow over| Adjust a more neutral or negative strut angle
Trim Tabs not adjusted, causing the nose of the boat to lift and blow over| Adjust the trim tabs further into the water to keep the nose of the boat in the water and provide additional stability

Water conditions are too choppy or windy

| Adjust the struts downward to drive the bow of the boat down or move the batteries further forward for better weight distribution

2-Year Limited Warranty
What This Warranty Covers — Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and work-manship for two years from the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered — This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted ser-vice by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical regulations or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.

Purchaser’s Remedy — Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Limitation of Liability — HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of the Product, the purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

Law — These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or modify this warranty at any time without notice.

WARRANTY SERVICES

Questions, Assistance, and Services — Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer your ques-tions and service you in the event that you may need any assis- tance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone number referenced in the War-ranty and Service Contact Information section to speak with a Product Support representative.

Inspection or Services — If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. An Online Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.com/content /service-center-render-service-center. If you do not have internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending products into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.

NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.

Warranty Requirements — For Warranty consideration, you must include your original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.

Non-Warranty Service — Should your service not be covered by warranty, service will be completed and pay-ment will be required without notification or estimate of the expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of the retail purchase cost.
By submitting the item for service you are agreeing to payment of the service without notification. Service estimates are available upon request. You must include this request with your item submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money orders and cashier’s checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.horizonhobby.com/content /service-center_render-service-center.  

ATTENTION: Horizon service is limited to Product compliant in the country of use and ownership. If received, a non-compliant Product will not be serviced. Further, the sender will be responsible for arranging return shipment of the un-serviced Product, through a carrier of the sender’s choice and at the sender’s expense. Horizon will hold non-compliant Product for a period of 60 days from notification, after which it will be discarded.

Warranty and Service Contact Information*

Country of Purchase| Horizon Hobby| Contact Information| Address
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United States of America

| Horizon Service Center (Repairs and Repair Requests)| servicecenter.horizonhobby.com/RequestForm/| ****

2904 Research Rd. Champaign, Illinois, 61822 USA

Horizon Product Support (Product Technical Assistance)

| productsupport@horizonhobby.com
877-504-0233

Sales

| websales@horizonhobby.com
800-338-4639

EU

| Horizon Technischer Service| service@horizonhobby.de| Hanskampring 9

D 22885 Barsbüttel, Germany

Sales: Horizon Hobby GmbH| +49 (0) 4121 2655 100

*For the most up-to-date customer service contact information, please visit: www.horizonhobby.com/content/service-center-render-service-center 

FCC Information

FCC ID: BRWSRIRVINGV1
FCC ID: BRWSPMSLT300
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and/or antenna and your body (excluding fingers, hands, wrists, ankles and feet). This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
ProBoat Sonicwake 36 V2 Self Righting Deep V Brushless, RTR (LOS08032V2)
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.

CAUTION: 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.

Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Rd., Champaign, IL 61822 Email: compliance@horizonhobby.com Web: HorizonHobby.com 

IC Information

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
IC: 6157A-SRIRVINGV1
6157A-SPMSLT300
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receivers(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:

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

Compliance Information for the European Union

EU Compliance Statement:
ProBoat Sonicwake 36 V2 Self Righting Deep V Brushless, RTR (LOS08032V2) 

Hereby, Horizon Hobby, LLC declares that the device is in compliance with the following: EU RED 2014/53/EU; RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EU; RoHS 3 Directive – Amending 2011/65/EU Annex II 2015/863.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.horizonhobby.com/content/support- render-compliance.
NOTE: This product contains batteries that are covered under the 2006/66/EC European Directive, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Please follow local regulations.
Wireless Frequency Range and Wireless Output Power: Transmitter:
2403–2480MHz
16.3dBm
Receiver:
2404–2476MHz
-1.33dBm

EU Manufacturer of Record: Horizon Hobby, LLC
2904 Research Road Champaign, IL 61822 USA EU

Importer of Record: Horizon Hobby, GmbH Hanskampring 9
22885 Barsbüttel Germany

WEEE NOTICE:

This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

Replacement Parts

PRB286056

| Motor Coupler: 5mm (Motor) 4.7mm (Flexshaft)
PRB286058| Miscellaneous Hardware
PRB286084| Canopy Thumb Screw Set
PRB286095| Rudder Cover
PRB286096| Servo Mount Set
PRB286097| Motor Mount Set
PRB289008| Decal Set T1/T2 Sonicwake 36 V2
SPMS605| 9KG Servo, WP, Metal, 23T
SPMSR315| SR315 DSMR 3CH

Receiver

SPMSLT300

| SLT3 3-Channel SLT Radio System with SR315 Dual Protocol

SPMXME1120

| Firma 120A BL Smart Marine ESC 3-6S
SPMXMM3300| Firma 1900KV Brushless Marine Motor

Optional Parts

DYN2819

| 5 pc Metric Hex Driver Assortment
DYN4403| Passport GPS Speed Meter 2.0

DYN5500

| Magnum Force 2 Motor Spray, 13oz
DYNE4200| Grease Gun with Marine Grease 5 oz
DYNE4201| Marine Grease 5 oz

DYNF1055

| Infrared Temp Gun with Laser

DYNK0300

| Hook and Loop Tape Set, Waterproof 75 x 25mm 4pcs
DYNM0102| Clear Flexible Marine Tape (18M)
DYNT0502| Start Up Tool Set: Pro Boat
PRB282028| Propeller, CCW, 1.4 x 1.65: 3/16 Shaft
PRB282047| Propeller, 1.7 x 1.6: 3/16 Shaft

SPMMR4000

| MR4000 DSMR 4CH

Marine Receiver

SPMSS6170| S6170 M-T / M-S Digital WP Servo
SPMSS6250| S6250 U-T / H-S Digital HV WP Servo

SPMX53S100H5

| 11.1V 5000mAh 3S 100C

Smart G2 Hardcase LiPo Battery: IC5

SPMX50003S50H5

| 11.1V 5000mAh 3S 50C

Smart Hardcase LiPo Battery: IC5

DYN4403| Passport GPS Speed Meter 2.0
SPMXPS6| Smart PowerStage Bundle 6S
SPMXCA200| Avian Firma Smart ESC Programmer
SPMXSE1160M| Firma 160A Smart BL Marine ESC

130241 Created: 06/2021 ©2021 Horizon Hobby, LLC.

Pro Boat, the Pro Boat logo, Sonicwake, Dynamite, EC5, IC5, DSMR, Firma, and the Horizon Hobby logo  are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with  permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. US 9,930,567. US 10,419,970. US 10,849,013.

Other patents are pending.
PRB08032V2

Documents / Resources

| Horizon Sonicwake V2 36-INCH SELF-RIGHTING DEEP-V BRUSHLESS RTR [pdf] Owner's Manual
36-INCH SELF-RIGHTING, DEEP-V BRUSHLESS RTR, Sonicwake V2
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References

• RC Airplanes and Helicopters, RC Cars and Trucks, RC Boats, RC Radios | Horizon Hobby
• Horizon Hobby Service Center
• RC Airplanes and Helicopters, RC Cars and Trucks, RC Boats, RC Radios | Horizon Hobby
• Horizon Hobby Service Center
• RC Cars, RC Trucks, RC Airplanes, Model Trains, and Slot Cars at Tower Hobbies
• RC Airplanes and Helicopters, RC Cars and Trucks, RC Boats, RC Radios | Horizon Hobby

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