Dromida Touring Car Instruction manual

90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE STORE! Dromida will repair or replace factory defects for 90 days from the date
of purchase. This warranty specically does not cover crash damage, misuse or abuse. To make a warranty claim, please contact our
product support team at 1-217-398-8970 or e-mail us at [email protected].
If requested by Product Support, please send defective product to: Hobby Services, 3002 N Apollo Dr., Suite #1, Champaign, IL 61822.
This warranty applies only if the product is operated in compliance with the instructions and warnings provided with each model. Dromida
assumes no liability except for the exclusive remedy or repair of parts as specied above. Dromida shall not be liable for consequential
or incidental damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages so the above exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Before each run, examine all parts for damage. If any is found, do not operate until the damage has been repaired.
• Use a clean cloth to wipe the vehicle clean.
• Keep the vehicle and batteries away from direct sunlight and/or heat sources.
• Visit dromida.com for repair guides and replacement parts.
Thank you for purchasing the
Dromida Touring Car!
Radio Controlled
™
BATTERY CAUTIONS
• Parental guidance is recommended when installing or replacing batteries.
• Insert new batteries in the radio as soon as any function becomes diminished.
The vehicle is equipped with a NiMH battery. Always follow these safety instructions:
• Never dispose of batteries in a re or store near sources of heat. Batteries must be discharged before being recycled. Cover
exposed poles with adhesive tape to prevent short-circuiting!
• Batteries should only be charged on a reproof surface, away from any ammable materials.
• Never leave the battery unattended when charging.
•
Never disassemble or alter the battery contacts. Do not damage or puncture battery cells. Doing so would result in an explosion hazard!
• Keep the NiMH battery away from children.
This product contains a NiMH battery. Must be recycled or disposed of properly.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
BRUSHLESS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning: Do not modify or alter this model. Changes or modications to this model not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• The vehicle is suitable for ages 14 and above. Parents should
supervise children who operate the vehicle.
• This vehicle is suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
• Switch off the vehicle and disconnect the battery when not in use.
• Keep hands, face and loose clothing away from the vehicle.
• Always follow these instructions when operating this vehicle.
• Do not operate near people or animals.
• Always unplug battery from charger after charging is complete.
• Dromida’s all-weather electronics allow you to operate your vehicle in various conditions, including rain, snow, mud and more.
DO NOT submerge your Dromida Vehicle!

Radio: Vehicle:
VEHICLE AND RADIO PARTS
BATTERIES
Insert 4 “AA” batteries into the bottom of the radio.
BATTERY
CHARGER
1. Switch off the vehicle and remove the battery.
2. Carefully connect the battery to the charger.
3. Plug the charger into an AC wall outlet.
4. The charging process takes approximately 2 hours. Unplug the
battery when charge is complete. WARNING: Never leave the
charging battery unattended!
NiMH Battery
Receiver
5300kV Brushless Motor
Steering
Servo
On/Off
Switch
ESC
Battery
Connector
Throttle Dual Rate
Steering Dual Rate
On/Off Switch
Throttle Trim
Steering Trim
Radio Battery Indicator

TRIMS AND DUAL RATES
Throttle Trim
•If the vehicle rolls forward without throttle input, rotate the throttle trim knob slightly left.
•If the vehicle rolls backwards without throttle input, rotate the throttle trim knob slightly right.
Steering Trim
•If the vehicle tracks right (when viewed from behind),
rotate the steering trim knob slightly left.
• If the vehicle tracks left (when viewed from behind),
rotate the steering trim knob slightly right.
•
Check that the servo saver screw is fully tightened to
ensure that your vehicle tracks straight.
Throttle Dual Rate (Speed Limiter)
•NOTE: We recommend limiting the vehicle’s maximum speed for beginners and gradually
increasing the top speed once you become more comfortable with the controls.
•If you need to limit the maximum speed of your vehicle, rotate the “TH.D/R” knob
counterclockwise. For higher top speeds, rotate the knob clockwise.
Steering Dual Rate
•If you need to limit the amount of steering your vehicle has, rotate the “ST.D/R” knob
counterclockwise. For more steering, rotate the knob clockwise.
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
• To slowly drive forward, pull the trigger slightly. To drive faster,
pull the trigger further.
• To brake, push the trigger. To drive in reverse, push again.
• During a crash, release the trigger.
• To turn, rotate the wheel to the left or right.
• Adjust the steering trim if the car doesn’t track straight (see
below).
1. Switch radio on. (ALWAYS turn your radio
on rst!)
2. Install the battery into the vehicle and
connect the battery.
3. Secure battery strap to post using clips.
4. Switch vehicle on.
• When the vehicle battery becomes low, the vehicle will start to slow down.
• Allow the battery to cool before recharging.
• Make sure to turn both the vehicle and the radio off after each use.
• ALWAYS unplug the battery after each use.
Forward
Left
Left
Right
Right
Forward
Neutral
Brake/
Reverse
Reverse

REPLACEMENT AND OPTION PARTS
For repair information or a complete list of replacement and option parts,visit dromida.com.
SERVICE
If your vehicle requires repairs or replacement, contact:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, Il, 61822, U.S.A.
9am-5pm Central Mon.-Fri.
[phone]
[email protected]
FCC STATEMENT
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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED
MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT.
Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm (7.9 in.) between the radiator (transmitter) and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
We try very hard to have accurate and up-to-date information in this document. Any errors are unintentional. dromida.com
CONTENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. DIDC0074 v1.0 © 2016 DROMIDA, A HOBBICO COMPANY
DRIVING TIPS
• Always release the throttle trigger right away following a crash to prevent damaging the electronics.
• The vehicle should be operated in an open space with no people or animals nearby.
• Do not operate this vehicle on the street.
CE COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF WASTE EQUIPMENT BY PRIVATE USERS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION:
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates this product must not be disposed of with other household waste.
Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for
the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at
the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and
the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city
ofce, your household waste disposal service or location where you purchased the product.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:
Product: Dromida D100 2.4GHz 2-Channel Pistol Transmitter/RX18 Receiver
Item number: DIDJ1000/DIDL1000
Equipment class: 1
CE COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION
The associated regulatory agencies of
the following countries recognize the
noted certifications for this product
as authorized for sale and use.
UK
EE
RO
NL
DE
LV
SI
LU
DK
LT
AT
MT
BG
PL
IT
CY
SE
CZ
ES
GR
FI
SK
PT
HU
IE
Dromida
c/o Hobbico, Inc.
2904 Research Road
Champaign, IL USA 61826
DROMIDA D100 TRANSMITTER AND
DROMIDA RE18 2N1 RECEIVER/SPEED CONTROL:
ETSI RADIO COMPLIANCE:
In accordance with: ETSI EN300 328 V1.8.1 about the effective uses allocated spectrum
requirements of Article 3 of the R&TTE Directive
EMC COMPLIANCE:
In accordance with: ETSI EN301 489-1 V1.9.2; ETSI EN301 489-17V2.2.1; EN55022:2010l
EN55024:2010 About the Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements of Article 3.1b of
the R&TTE Directive and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
LINKING PROCEDURE
If you ever need to link the radio to the receiver:
1. Turn on the radio, then turn on the vehicle.
2. Press the link button on the receiver and release. The
receiver light should stop blinking, notifying you it is linked.
3. Process is complete.