Ftx Kanyon User manual

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FTX KANYON 1/10TH XL SCALE 4WD READY-TO-RUN

RESCUE TRAIL VEHICLE

Congratulations on your purchase of the ‘FTX Kanyon

Mountain Rescue 1/10th XL Scale 4wd Ready-To-Run

Trail Vehicle’.

This 1/10th XL scale model has been factory assembled and all electrics installed

and set up to make it the easiest possible introduction to the sport of driving RC

cars.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

• You are responsible for operating this model such that it does not endanger

yourself and others, or result in damage to the product or the property of

others.

• This model is controlled by a radio which is possibly subject to interference

which can cause momentary loss of control so it is advisable to

always keep a safe distance to avoid collisions or injury.

• Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is not a toy. This product is not

intended for use by children without direct adult supervision.

Carefully follow these directions and warnings,

plus those of any additional equipment associated

with the use of this model, fuel, starting equipment,

engine, radio etc.

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.

• Always operate your model in an open area away from cars, trafc or people.

• Never operate the model in the street or in populated areas.

• Do NOT touch equipment such as the engine heatsink head and exhaust pipe,

immediately after using your model because they can generate high

temperatures.

• Always keep the vehicle in direct line of sight, you cannot control what you

cannot see!

• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of

children.

• Although the model includes waterproof servos and receiver, the model and

engine are not suited to extensive running in wet weather conditions.

Long term damage can occur to the model and particularly the engine if run in prolonged wet conditions.

• Avoid injury from high speed rotating parts, gears and axles etc.

• Novices should seek advice from more experienced people to operate the

model correctly and meet its performance potential.

• Exercise caution when using tools and sharp instruments.

• Do not put ngers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts.

• Take care when carrying out repairs or maintenance as some parts may be

sharp.

• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car.

Always turn off the receiver before turning your transmitter off.

• Keep the wheels of the model off the ground, and keep your hands away from

the wheels when checking the operation of the radio equipment or engine

set-up.

• Prolong engine life by following the engine set-up and guidelines outlined

within the manual.

Contents:

• FTX 1:10th XL Ready-To-Run 4WD Trail Vehicle

• Transmitter: 2.4GHz Steerwheel.

• Charger: USB 600mA Charger

• Battery: 7.2V 1800mAh NiMH

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 NOT a toy and must be operated with caution and common

sense. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible

manner could result in damage, injury or damage to other property.

This product is not intended for use by children without direct

adult supervision.

It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings

in the manual, prior to assembly, set-up or use, in order to operate

correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

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REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR OPERATION

• 4 pcs AA Alkaline Batteries

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FIRST TIME SETTING UP OF THE BRUSHED ESC

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FAMILIARIZING YOURSELF WITH YOUR 2.4GHZ RADIO SYSTEM

SYSTEM FEATURES

• 2.4ghz FHSS

• Receiver 3mS response time

• 400-500m range

• Failsafe feature

• Transmitter voltage range 6V-7.4V (support 1s-2s)

automatic indentication of voltage, low voltage warning: 7.4V/4.8V

• Receiver voltage range: 3.3V-7.4V, working current 30mA, supports high voltage servos.

MENU SETTING:

To enter the program mode:

1. With the power o, move the steering wheel to its

maximum forward position, hold this position and

power on the transmitter.

2. The blue LED indicator will illuminate and remain solid,

return the steering wheel to its neutral position, and

press the CH3 button.

The LED indicator will now ash blue rapidly, indicating that

you have entered program mode.

PROGRAM THE TRANSMITTER:

Once in program mode, the travel end points of CH1 and

CH2 can be congured:

1. Rotate the steering wheel to its desired maximum

position in both directions, returning it to its neutral

position.

2. Pull/push the throttle trigger to its desired maximum

position, forwards and backwards, returning it to its

neutral position.

3. Once the steering wheel and throttle trigger have been

in their neutral positions for 3 seconds, press the CH3

button once to save these settings.

4. The LED indicator will now ash steady blue, and the

transmitter will operate normally.

(Default factory settings are maximum travel for CH1

and CH2).

IF CH3 AND CH4 REQUIRE PROGRAMMING:

When in program mode, CH1 and CH2 EPA dials on the

control panel can be used to set the travel of CH3 and CH4

respectively.

Once in program mode:

1. Rotate the steering wheel to its desired maximum

position in both directions, returning it to its neutral

position.

2. Pull/push the throttle trigger to its desired maximum

position, forwards and backwards, returning it to its

neutral position.

3. Rotate and position the CH1 dial to congure the

desired travel for CH3.

4. Rotate and position the CH2 dial to congure the

desired travel for CH4.

5. Once all end points and travel settings have been

adjusted, press the CH3 button to save these settings.

6. The LED indicator will now ash steady blue, and the

transmitter will operate normally.

Note: Each time program mode is initiated, all settings are

erased and must be recongured.

MODE SWITCH:

To switch from ‘Normal Mode’ to ‘Mixed Mode’:

1. Push the throttle trigger to the maximum forward

position and power on the transmitter. The LED

indicator will rapidly ash blue.

2. Pull the trigger backwards to its maximum position, and

release back to its neutral position. The LED indicator

will now ash steady red/yellow to indicate that ‘Mixed

Mode’ is enabled.

To return to normal mode, repeat the above process ^.

The LED indicator will ash steady blue to indicate that

‘Normal Mode’ is enabled.

MIXED MODE (RC TANK OPERATION):

Mixed mode will allow the connection of two ESC and

motor combinations, to channel 1 and channel 2 of the

receiver. With mixed mode is enabled, when the throttle

trigger (CH2) is pulled backwards or pushed forwards,

this will control the forward or backward movement of the

model. Each connected motor will operate at a continuous

speed, however, the speed of each individual motor can

be adjusted by rotating the steering wheel (CH1) in either

direction. See diagrams.

In mixed control mode, throttle direction, trim, neutral and

end points can all be congured separately using the dials

and switches on the control panel.

Binding Process

1. Press the receiver button and the LED indicator will

ash fast indicating it is entering bind mode.

2. Turn on transmitter. The receiver will automatically

look for the nearest transmitter signal.

3. Once binding is successful the LED will stop

ashing and remain on.

LED Light

1. Normal use: blue light ashes

slowly.

2. Mixed direction for Tank mode:

Red light is always on.

3. Low voltage warning: Yellow

light ashes slowly.

4. Entering second menu level

mode: Blue/Red light ashes

quickly.

Channel 5 for winch forward/reverse

Steering reverse switch

Throttle reverse switch

Steering Trim dial

Throttle Trim dial

Steering Dual/

Rate dial

Throttle Dual/Rate dial

Optional channel Throttle

Antenna

Steering Wheel

Battery compartment

Channel 3

On/Off

LED Light

Simulator/

PPM interface USB

Connection

TRANSMITTER BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Press down on the battery cover and slide in the

direction of the arrow to remove.

2. Install 4 AA alkaline cells (or Ni-Cd, or Ni-MH)

as indicated inside the battery compartment.

Make sure to match the inside polarity the (+ and

-) as shown in the battery compartment or the

transmitter will not function.

3. Install the battery cover in place and slide to close.

WARNING:

Improper

installation of

transmitter

batteries can

cause serious

damage to

your system.

Internal battery

socket for 2S Li-Po.

Bind Button

LED light

Ch 1 Route setting Ch 2 Route Setting Submit Key

2. Turn On 1. Forward to the

Maximum

4. Press the

Ch 3

button

3. Release the

Wheel

Submit

Key

Ch 2

adjustment

for Ch 4

Ch1

adjustment

for Ch3

1. Push

trigger forward

maximum

3. After the LED ashes pull

the trigger all the way back

then release. The LED will

change colour.

2. Turn On

ESC

Receiver

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• Always store your model with the battery pack unplugged and

removed.

• Always charge your battery away from the vehicle.

The included USB charger will take approximately 3 hours to

charge a discharged 1800mAh battery.

• When charging the Red LED will be solid.

• When the battery is fully charged the Green LED will be solid.

winch

car LED set

steering servo (9kg)

2-speed H/L servo (3kg)

ESC

Receiver

RECEIVER & SPEED CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAM

CHARGING

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RUNNING YOUR CAR

1. TURNING ON THE RECEIVER OF YOUR CAR 2. TURN ON THE RADIO CONTROLLER

3. CHECK STEERING PERFORMANCE

The ESC

Receiver switch

is located under

the side plate

of the model.

Switch on the

ESC/Receiver

Switch as

shown in the

picture.

Switch on the

power switch

on the radio

controller.

Your radio is

bound with

your car

automatically.

CENTRE TURN RIGHT TURN LEFT

1. To keep the car running straight,

keep the streering wheel centered.

2. Turn the steering wheel to the right

to allow the car to right.

3. Turn the steering wheel to the left

to allow the car to turn to the left.

4. CHECK TRIGGER RESPONSE

PLEASE NOTE: THE MODEL SWITCHES BETWEEN

FORWARD AND REVERSE INSTANTLY FOR SLOW SPEED

MANEOUVABILITY. EXCESSIVE USE OF THIS FEATURE

CAN CAUSE TRANSMISSION AND ESC DAMAGE.

STOP!

A. B.

A. Pull the trigger back to accelerate, release it to decelerate.

B. To stop running your car, release the trigger to neutral.

C. Pushing the trigger forward activates reverse.

PULL TRIGGER BACK

CENTRE

PUSH

TRIGGER

FORWARD

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RUNNING YOUR CAR

5. TUNING THE STEERING TRIM

STEERING TRIM DIAL

Gently pull the trigger to allow your car to run slowly.

Meantime, tune the steering trim to allow the front

wheels to be aligned by rotating the dial.

STEERING

6. TUNING THE THROTTLE TRIM

7. TO TUNE THE STEERING AND THROTTLE DUAL RATE CONTROL

THROTTLE TRIM DIAL

Throttle Trim is used to set the idle speed of the car,

by rotating the dial.

THROTTLE TRIM

STEERING D/R

STEERING D/R DIAL

The D/R controls the amount of servo travel. You should

adjust this to give maximum steering without any extra

strain on the servo.

Set it to minimum rst and then slowly adjust until full

steering is achieved.

THROTTLE D/R

With this dial you can adjust the the maximum power output from your speed control.

8. STEERING/THROTTLE REVERSE

STEERING REVERSE:

To reverse the direction of servo travel for steering (CH1).

THROTTLE REVERSE:

Allows you to electronically switch the direction that the motor operates in

relation to the throttle trigger. For example, if you pull the throttle trigger to

accelerate forward but the model goes in reverse, ip the Throttle Reverse

switch to make the model accelerate forward.

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Use the 3rd channel to control the 2-speed High/Low servo. Insert the servo connector into the 3rd channel on the receiver. Make sure polarity is correct. The pin on the

left side of the receiver is the signal pin, the middle pin positive and the right side is negative.

Press the Ch3 button on the transmitter for the servo operated high or low speed. When in low speed the button LED light will be ON.

In high speed the LED light will be OFF.

Note: The voltage output of the receiver is 5V so the LED lights used must support a voltage of 5V, or 6V. The LED bulb has to be connected to the receiver correctly.

Make sure your LED lights come with a JST or similar connector suitable for receiver. Make sure the polarity is correct before connecting the LED lights.

TW0-SPEED FUNCTION

High - Low

Ch3 button

The Ch4 is a slide switch that has

3 positions for different LED light

functions.

Connect wires as per their tag:

L to L, R to R, S to S and F to F.

Pay attention to the polarity.

Wire colour most be same when

connecting to each connector. E.G.

black aligned with black, yellow

aligned with yellow.

1. DETAILS FOR CONNECTING CAR LED LIGHT WIRES TO RECEIVER WIRES.

2. LED LIGHTING FUNCTIONS.

slide switch to right

Slide the Ch4 switch all the way

to the right for the roof lamps and

headlights to be xed on.

Slide the Ch4 to the centre

position for the roof lamps and

headlights to be in ashing

mode.

slide switch to centre

LED LIGHTS CONNECTION AND FUNCTIONS

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3. WINCH CONTROL.

Press the right button on the transmitter to pull the winch cable out. Release the button and

the winch motor will stop.

Press the left button on the transmitter to retract in the winch cable. Release the button and

the winch motor will stop.

Note: Always keep the cable straight to avoid knotting when pulling or retracting.

Right button - release

Left button - retract

slide switch to left

Slide the Ch4 switch

all the way to the left

position for the roof

lamps and headlights

to be turned off.

Push the trigger

forward to brake/

reverse for rear red

light to come on.

Turn steering wheel

clockwise for right

indicator lights to

ash front and rear.

Turn steering wheel

clockwise for left

indicator lights to

ash front and rear.

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Getting Started

Switch on transmitter. Hold vehicle clear of the ground, connect battery pack and

switch on receiver. Bind the Transmitter and receiver if required.

Test the transmitter to check control of the vehicle with wheels off the ground.

Start driving slowly and if the vehicle does not go straight, adjust steering trim dial

on Transmitter. For the very rst run use the throttle gently, to gradually bed in the

motor brushes and help the driver become accustomed to the vehicles behaviour

and controls.

PLEASE NOTE:

Although the electronics are waterproof the rest of car can be subjected to damage

if running in excessively wet or submerged conditions.

After Run.

Switch off the receiver power, switch off the transmitter and lower the aerial.

Disconnect the battery and remove it from the vehicle, allow it to cool before

recharging. If you have a second charged battery all ready to use, still allow the

vehicle to cool slightly before continuing.

Regular maintenance.

Frequently check the whole vehicle for loose or missing xings. Use thread lock on

any replacement screws into metal threads.

Frequently check rotating parts are free from grass, string etc. that might bind

their motion and over stress the motor or speed controller. Remove the wheels

occasionally and check behind the mounting hex for obstructions or anything that

might have been wrapped around the axle and caused extra drag.

Shock absorbers will wear prematurely if used in dirty dusty conditions. Replace oil

and seals as required to keep a smooth dampening action.

Warranty

Due to the nature of this product and potential use FTX warrants it to be free

of material and workmanship defects when new. FTX will at its sole discretion

repair or replace defective components free of charge within 30 days from date of

purchase. This warranty does not cover wear and tear, crash or impact damage,

modications, component water damage failure to perform maintenance or damage

from improper use. Proof of purchase date will be required to action any warranty

claims. In no case shall FTX’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.

SHORT RUNTIME:

Battery damaged/not

charged

Motor dirty or brushes worn

Drivetrain binding

SLUGGISH ACTION:

Motor dirty or brushes worn

Bind in drive train

Battery running low on

power

MOTOR/ESC OVERHEAT:

Over-geared

Binding transmission.

Seized axle bearing.

Motor binding

MOTOR SPINS BUT VEHICLE

REFUSES TO MOVE:

Gears damaged.

Gears loose on shaft.

Drive shaft broken or

missing.

POOR RANGE OR FAILS TO

OPERATE:

Transmitter batteries low

Vehicle Battery Low.

Transmitter switched off

Transmitter/receiver aerial

not extended.

ESC switched off or battery

not connected.

Loose connectors/wires.

Instructions for disposal.

Environmental Protection Notes & WEEE

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol shown here, which may be found on the

product itself, in the operating instructions or on the packaging, is in accordance

with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive. Individual

markings indicate which materials can be recycled and re-used. You can make an

important contribution to the protection of our common environment by re-using

the product, recycling the basic materials or recycling redundant equipment in

other ways.

When this product comes to the end of its useful life, you must not dispose of it

in the ordinary domestic waste. Many electrical items that we throw away can

be repaired or recycled. Recycling items helps to save natural resources and

also reduces the environmental and health impacts that are linked with sending

electrical goods to landll. The correct method of disposal is to take it to your local

collection point for recycling electrical and electronic equipment. You can go to

recycle-more.co.uk for details of locations.

Alternatively FTX can offer our customers free take-back of their WEEE on a like-

for-like basis when they buy a new Electrical or Electronic product from us.

For example, if a customer bought a new radio system from us or a dealer, we

would accept their old radio and prevent it going into a landll site by disposing

of it safely. Customers must return their old WEEE item to us within 28 days of

purchasing their new item.

Remove batteries from your device and dispose of them at your local collection

point for batteries. If you don’t know the location of your nearest disposal centre,

please enquire at your local council ofce.

Trouble shooting guide.

CML Distribution, Saxon House, Saxon Business Park, Hanbury Road,

Bromsgrove, B60 4AD. WEE/GB4215VX

CML

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