Ko Propo EX-1 Mars User manual

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■ Table of Contents Click the page number to jump to that page.
■ Table of Contents 2
■ For Safe Operation 3
■ Getting Started 5
●Transmitter Assembly 5
●Transmitter Dismantling 5
■ Names of Parts 6
●ET Keys (1-5) and BT Button (1) 7
●Steering Wheel Adjustment 7
●Throttle Trigger Adjustment 7
●Throttle Trigger Position Adjustment 7
●ICS Port 7
●Headphone Jack 7
●Colored Grip and Pad Replacement 8
●Unit Connector 8
●Charger Jack 8
●Power Switch 8
■ Preparations 9
●Battery Installation 9
●Battery Level Warning 9
●Operation Alarm 9
●Battery Pack(Under Development) 9
●Countermeasures Against Noise 10
●Receiver Installation 11
●Pairing 11
●Fail safe Setting12
■ Procedures Prior to Operation 13
●Trim and Sub Trim Operation 14
■ Display and Control Method 15
●Basic Operations to Change Settings 15
●Startup Screen and Initial Screen 16
■Function Reference 17
●Main Menu 17
Model Menu(Model) 17
Model Select(MDL-Select) 18
Model Name(MDL-Name) 18
Model Copy(MDL-Copy) 19
Model Reset(MDL-Reset) 19
Steering Menu(Steering) 20
Steering Trim(ST-Trim) 20
Steering Travel(ST-Travel) 20
Steering Balance(ST-Balance) 21
Steering Sub Trim(ST-SubTrim) 21
Steering Trim Rate(TrimRate) 21
Steering Turn Speed(TurnSpeed) 22
Steering Return Speed(RetnSpeed) 22
Steering Punch(ST-Punch) 24
Steering Curve(ST-Curve) 23
Steering Reverse(ST-Reverse) 24
Travel Override(Travel Override) 24
Throttle Menu(Throttle) 25
Throttle Trim(TH-Trim) 25
Throttle High Point(TH-Point) 25
Throttle Brake(TH-Brake) 26
Throttle Sub Trim(TH-SubTrim) 26
Throttle Trim Rate(TH-TrimRate) 26
Throttle Turn Speed(TH-TurnSpeed) 27
Throttle Return Speed(TH-ReturnSpeed) 28
Throttle Punch(TH-Punch) 29
Throttle Curve(TH-Curve) 29
Throttle Reverse(TH-Reverce) 30
Throttle Drag Brake(TH-DragBrake) 30
Brake Override(Brake Override) 30
Throttle ABS(TH-ABS) 31
Throttle Acceleration(TH-Accel) 32
Throttle Auto-Start(TH-AutoStart) 33
Idle Up(IdleUp) 33
3CH/4CH Menu(3/4ch Menu) 34
Control Menu(Control Menu) 34
Control Mode(Control Mode) 34
2WAY(2WAY) 34
3WAY(3WAY) 35
5WAY(5WAY) 35
ANALOG(ANALOG) 36
4WS Mixing(4WSMix) 37
4WS Mixing Mode(4WSMix MODE) 37
4WS Mixing Left(4WSMix LEFT) 37
4WS Mixing Center(4WSMix CENTER) 37
4WS Mixing Right(4WSMix RIGHT) 38
4WS Mixing Travel(4WSMix TRAVEL) 38
4WS Mixing Reverse(4WSMix REVERCE) 38
4WS Mixing Key(4WSMix KEY) 38
Amp Mixing(AMP Mix) 39
Amp Mixing Mode(AMPMix MODE) 39
Amp Mixing Throttle Hold(AMPMix HOLD) 40
Amp Mixing High Point(AMPMix HIPOINT) 40
Amp Mixing Brake(AMPMix BRAKE) 40
Amp Mixing Reverse(AMPMix REVERSE) 41
Amp Mixing Trim(AMPMix TRIM) 41
Amp Mixing ET Mode Setting(AMPMix ET MODE SET) 41
Amp Mixing Key(AMPMix KEY) 41
Throttle Mixing(T-Mix) 42
Throttle Mixing Brake(T-Mix BRAKE) 42
Throttle Mixing Center(T-Mix CENTER) 42
Throttle Mixing High Point(T-Mix HIPOINT) 43
Throttle Mixing Reverse(T-Mix REVERCE) 43
Throttle Mixing Curve(T-Mix CURVE) 43
Throttle Mixing Delay(T-Mix DELAY) 43
Throttle Mixing Steering(T-Mix STEER) 44
Throttle Mixing On/Off(T-Mix ON/OFF) 44
Throttle Mixing Key(T-Mix KEY) 44
Quick Setup(QuickSetup) 45
Timer Menu(Timer Menu) 46
Stopwatch(StopWatch) 46
Countdown Timer(DownTimer) 47
Lap History(LapHistory) 47
Function Menu(Function Menu) 48
Monitor(Monitor) 48
LED Color(LEDcolor) 48
LCD Backlight(BackLight) 48
LCD Contrast(Contrast) 49
Sound Volume(SoundVol) 49
Buzzer(Buzzer) 49
Key Repeat(KeyRepeat) 49
System Menu(System Menu) 50
Response(Response) 50
Setup(Setup) 51
Direct Switch(DirectBT) 51
Adjust VR (ST)(SteeringAjustVR) 51
Adjust VR (TH)(ThrottleAjustVR) 52
Operation Timer(OP-Timer) 52
2.4G Band(2.4GBand) 52
Power Management(POWER MANAGEMENT) 53
All Reset(AllReset) 53
ICS(ICS) 53
Approval 53
●Warning Display 54
Battery Level Warning 54
■ Glossary 55
■ Specications 58

Duetothenatureofradiocontrolledmodels,improperhandlingmayleadtodangeroussituations.Thereforeplease
readthefollowinginformationcarefullyinordertoensuresafeoperation.PleasealsounderstandthatKOPropois
notresponsibleforanyinjuriesordamagewhichresultfromnoncomplianceofthesecautionsandnotices.
●WhenInstallingComponents
●NotesforUsage
●Makesuremetalpartsonthemodel(carchassis/shiphull)donotcomeintocontact
witheachother.
※Contactbetweenmetalpartsmayresultinnoise,whichcouldcausethereceiverto
malfunctionandleadtoanuncontrollablemodel.
●Donotcutorbundletheantennacable.
※Thismaylowerthereceiver'ssensitivityandleadtoanuncontrollablemodel.
●Ensurecorrectpolaritywheninstallingtransmitterandreceiverbatteries.
※Incorrectpolaritymaydamagetheproduct.
●Within Japan, this product is limited to usage with models which operate on the
groundorinthewater.
※Donotuseforothernon-designatedpurposes.
●Ensurethatallconnectors(receiver,servo,switch,etc.)areconnectedsecurely.
※Ifconnectionsbecomelooseduetovibrations,itmayleadtoanuncontrollablemodel.
●Securely attach receiver with thick double-sided tape and ensure that it does not
makecontactwithotherparts.
※Strong shocks or contact with other parts due to vibrations may lead to an
uncontrollablemodel.
●Checkservooperationtoensurethepushrodisnotsubjecttoexcessiveloads.
※Excessiveloadsmaydamagetheservoorincreasebatterypowerconsumption.
●Makesuretousetherubbergrommetwhenattachingtheservoandthattheservo
doesnotcontacttheR/Cequipmenttray.
※Ifvibrationsaffecttheservo,itmayleadtodamageoranuncontrollablemodel.
●UseinconjunctionwithgenuineofficialKOPropoproducts.
※KOPropoisnotresponsibleforanydamagesorinjurieswhichresultfromuseofthis
productincombinationwithothermanufacturer'sproducts.
●Donotusewhenthereisthunder.
※Itispossibleforlightningtostriketheantenna.
●Donotuseintherainorinareaswherewaterhasaccumulated.
※Ifwaterenterstheproductitmayleadtoanuncontrollablemodel.
●Donotuseinthefollowinglocations:
1.NearR/Ccircuits(within3km)
2.Nearcrowds,onstreets,ornearactualvehiclesorships.
3.Nearhigh-voltagepowerlinesorcommunicationfacilities.
※If signal interference, etc. causes an uncontrollable model, a serious accident may
result.
●Do not use when your concentration levels are compromised by tiredness, alcohol,
medication,etc.
※Mistakesinjudgmentmayresultinseriousaccidents.
●Donotallowglowenginefuelorengineexhausttocontacttheproduct.
※Thesemayattacktheplasticanddamagetheproduct.
●Checktoensurethattheselectedmodelmemorymatchesthemodeltobecontrolled.
※Usinganincorrectmemorymayleadtoanuncontrollablemodel.
●Makesuretostoptheengine(disconnectmotorcables)beforechangingtransmitter
settings.
Warning! Improperhandling/
usagemayleadtoahighprobabilityofmaterialdamageaswellasapossibilityof
seriouspersonalinjuryorevendeath.
Notice! Improperhandling/
usagemayleadtopersonalinjuryormaterialdamage.
Warning!
Enforcementmatters
Warning!
Prohibitedmatters
Warning!
Prohibitedmatters
Warning!
Enforcementmatters
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■ For Safe Operation

●NotesAfterUsage
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TransmitterBatteryHandlingandCharging(separatelyavailableoption)
Caution!
Enforcementmatters
Caution!
Enforcementmatters
Danger!
Enforcementmatters
Danger!
Enforcementmatters
●Donottouchengine,motor,ESC,etc.immediatelyafteruseastheymaybehot.
※Doingsomayleadtoburns.
●When switching on, always turn on the transmitter first, followed by the receiver.
Followthereverseorderwhenswitchingoff.
※Ifthewrongorderisfollowed,itmayleadtoanuncontrollablemodel.
●Dismantling or modifying the RF Module (internalized in the case of the EX-1) is
prohibitedandispunishablebylaw.
※Doing so may lead to accidents such as short circuits and KO Propo Customer
ServiceDepartmentmaynotacceptdismantled/modifiedproductsforrepair.
●Donotusethisproductinaircraft,hospitals,ornearfirealarmsormedicalequipment.
※Thismayleadtomalfunctionsandresultinseriousaccidents.Also,bylawyoumust
ceaseoperationiftheproductaffectsotherwirelessorelectricaldevices.
●2.4GHz transmitters must be registered with the Japan Radio Control Safety
Association.
※Thetransmitterwhichyouhavepurchasesisalreadyregistered.Productswhichdo
nothaveproofofregistrationareillegal.
●InthecaseofanR/Ccar,makesuretoremovethebatterypackafterdriving.
※Ifthecarisswitchedonaccidentally,itmayleadtoafireoranuncontrollablemodel.
●Keeptransmitters,batteries,andmodelsawayfromsmallchildren.
※Chemicalagentsandtheitemsthemselvesmaycausepersonalinjury.
●Removebatteriesfromtransmitterifitwillnotbeusedforaconsiderabletime.
※Ifbatteriesareleftinthetransmitter,batteryleakagemayresultindamage.
●Donotstoretransmitter/receiverinthefollowingconditions:
1.Extremelyhot(over40ºC)orcold(below10ºC)temperatures.
2.Locationsindirectsunlight.
3.Locationswithhighhumidity.
4.Locationssubjecttovibrations.
5.Locationswithlotsofdust.
※Theseconditionsmaycausethecasetodeformanddamagetheproduct.
●Nevershort-circuitthebatteryconnector.
※Thismayleadtoafireorexplosion.
●Donotdisposebatteriesinfires.
※Thisisverydangerousandmayleadtoanexplosion.
●UseKOPropochargerstochargethebatteryandusethecorrectcurrent(under1A).
※Incorrectcurrentmayleadtobatterydamage,overheating,orleakage.
※Othermanufacturer'schargersmaynothaveaautomaticcutofffunction.
●Donotsubjectthebatterytostrongshocks.
※Thismaydamagethebatteryandcauseleakageorashortcircuit.
●Donotdismantleormodifythebattery.
※Thismaycausedangerousleakageofbatteryfluids.
●Keepawayfromwater.Donotchargeawetbattery.
※Thismaycauseoverheatinganddamage.
●Donotchargealkalinebatteries.
※Alkalineandothersingle-usebatteriescannotberecharged.Doingsomayleadtofire
anddamage.
●Donotusewethandswhenplugginginthecharger'sACAdapter.
※Thismayresultinelectricalshocks.
※Ifthereisbatteryfluidleakage,avoidcontactwitheyesasitmayresultinblindness.Ifcontact
witheyesoccur,flushwithlargeamountsofwaterandseekmedicalattentionimmediately.
※Whendisposingbatteries,Ni-Cd,Ni-MH,Li-Po,andLi-Febatteriesshouldberecycledinorderto
helpprotecttheenvironment.
Warning!
Enforcementmatters
Caution!
Prohibitedmatters
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■ Getting Started
Insert the Grip Unit into the Master Unit, then attach the
Steering Unit.
Detach the Steering Unit, then detach the Master Unit.
Tilt Display
(Raised Position) (Rotate to loosen)
Grip Unit
Master Unit
Master Unit
Steering Unit
Steering Unit
Antenna
●Transmitter Assembly ●Transmitter Dismantling
1.
1.
2.
2.
3. 4.
3.
Remove the connector cover before attaching.
If storing the transmitter in dismantled form, please remember to
attach the connector covers.
First detach the
antenna.
Steering Unit Release Button
Steering Unit Release Button
Steering Unit Lock Lever
Steering Unit Lock Lever
Grip Unit Lock Lever
Grip Unit Release Button
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Antenna
Tilt Display
Direct Button
DBT 1-4(p.7)
Power Switch (p.8)
Charger Jack (p.8)
Multicolor LED
Steering Unit
Release Button (p.5)
Colored Grip
(p.8)
Colored Pad (p.8)
Guard Bar
Trigger Guard
Steering Unit
Lock Lever (p.5)
Back Key
Enter Key
Dial Guard
Jog Dial
Headphone Jack (p.7)
Open the cover
Open the cover
ICS Port (p.7)
Throttle Trigger (p.7)
Grip Unit Lock Lever
(p.5)
Grip Unit
Release Button (p.5)
Throttle Trigger
Position Adjuster (p.7)
Steering Wheel
(p.7)
ET1
(p.7)
BT1
(p.7)
ET2
(p.7)
ET4
(p.7)
ET5
(p.7)
ET3
(p.7)
■ Names of Parts
[Front View][Side View]
[Rear View]

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●Steering Wheel Adjustment
●Throttle Trigger Adjustment
●
Throttle Trigger Position Adjustment
●ICS Port
●Headphone Jack
●ET Keys (1-5) and BT Button (1)
Adjust the tension of the steering wheel spring.
Attach audio plugs from commercially available headphones,
etc. (sold separately) to the transmitter. This feature helps
users hear the transmitter's operation sounds while in a noisy
pit area.
Functions may be assigned to the keys/button.
This port is used for the ICS USB Adapter HS (sold separately),
which enables the transmitter to connect to a PC. Special
software, which can be downloaded from KO Propo's website,
enables the setting and modication of the transmitter's model
memory from a PC. It also enables numerous model memory
settings to be saved onto a PC. Refer to KO Propo's website
for details on how to use this feature.
( http://www.kopropo.co.jp/sys/ )
Adjust the position and angle of the brake trigger to your
preferences.
The position of the throttle trigger may be adjusted to match the
user's hands.
Insert a 1.5mm hex wrench referring to the image below.
Rotate clockwise to increase tension and counterclockwise to
decrease it.
[How to Adjust]
Loosen the hex screws on the throttle trigger with a 1.5mm
hex wrench.
Freely adjust the brake trigger position.
Tighten the hex screws to secure.
Loosen two screws on the rear side of the transmitter.
Slide the Throttle Trigger Position Adjuster as desired.
Tighten the loosened screws to secure.
[How to Adjust]
[How to Adjust]
Excessive counterclockwise rotation will result in the wheel being
unable to return to neutral position. In this case, rotate clockwise
until the wheel returns to neutral.
Even when headphones are plugged in, sounds will still be emitted
by the transmitter itself. The headphone jack is monaural.
The possible functions which each key/button may be assigned to
are different.
The trigger may be loosened due to temperature, strong shocks,
or prolonged use. In this case, cementing the trigger in position is
recommended. If looseness persists, contact KO Propo Customer
Service Department.
Hex Wrench
Audio Plug
(Sold Separately)
Connect to PC
Throttle Trigger
Brake Trigger
Screws
Hex Screws
Ball Joint
Throttle Trigger
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●Charger Jack
●Unit Connector
●Power Switch
A rechargeable battery can be recharged via the charger jack.
This product may be dismantled and therefore each unit
features their respective connectors. Dirty or damaged
connectors may result in malfunctions, so please handle them
carefully.
This product features a safety lock. The Master Unit and Grip
Unit cannot be detached when the Power Switch is in the ON
position. Turn off the transmitter before dismantling.
Conrm that the power switch is in the OFF position. If only
using the Grip Unit, make sure that the connector cover is in
place.
Make sure the battery is securely connected. If the
connection is loose, the battery may not charge completely.
Securely connect the charger plug to the charger jack.
Begin charging using a current of less than 1A.
[How to Recharge]
Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position when charging.
If only using the Grip Unit, make sure that the connector cover is in
place. A short circuit may occur if the connector makes contact with
metal and lead to a serious accident. Use a current of less than 1A to
charge. Do not connect/disconnect the battery during charging. Take
note of the charger plug's polarity in order to avoid damage.
Do not attempt to charge if using alkaline batteries. Doing so
may result in battery leakage or cracking which will damage the
transmitter.
[Discharging the Battery Pack]
If using a battery pack, please note that it cannot be discharged via
the charger jack. Remove the battery pack from the transmitter to
discharge it.
Do not touch the unit connectors with your ngers. If connectors
become corroded due to grime, they may become inoperable.
If storing the transmitter in dismantled form, please remember
to attach the connector covers. After prolonged use, a black
residue may build up on the connectors. Use cotton swabs dipped
in cleaning alcohol to remove. KO Propo's Customer Service
Department also handles transmitter maintenance.
●Colored Grip and Pad Replacement
Users can choose to install grips and pads of other colors (sold
separately).
Remove the two screws on each side of the grip to detach the
grip plates, then attach the colored grip and pad.
[How to Replace]
The tabs on the colored grip and pad are to be inserted into holes.
Note the direction.
Make sure the battery box or battery pack is removed before
replacing the colored grip and pad.
Note direction of the of the colored grip and pad.
Colored Grip
Colored Pad
Screws
Screws
Grip Plate
Grip Plate
AC 100V Charger
(Available Soon)
Quick Charger (Sold Separately)
Power Switch
Connector Cover

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■ Preparations
●Battery Installation ●Battery Level Warning
●Operation Alarm
●Battery Pack(Under Development)
Battery Box
1.
2.
3.
R03/AAA/UM4
Batteries (4pcs.)
Battery Box Cover
Press the tab on the bottom of the transmitter to open
battery box cover.
Remove the lock to pull out battery
box.
Install four R03/AAA/UM4 alkaline
batteries while noting their polarity,
then replace
battery box.
Use batteries which have adequate remaining capacity. Weak
batteries mean lower transmitting power and may result in
malfunctions.
Do not install Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries in the battery box.
(These may cause the battery connectors to corrode.)
The power source used may be set in Power Management. A
warning will be displayed and an alarm will sound when low
battery voltage is detected. When you see this warning, stop
your model in a safe area and install new transmitter batteries.
An alarm will sound after 3 minutes of transmitter idleness.
Operating the steering wheel, ET Keys, BT Button, Direct
Buttons, etc. will disable the alarm.
A rechargeable battery pack specific to the EX-1 is under
development. An announcement will be made on the KO
Propo website when it is ready for release. Thank you for your
patience.
[Warning Display on Startup]
[Warning Display During Use]
Operation of the transmitter's jog dial, buttons, or levers will
temporarily disable the low-voltage warning sound. The warning
will be displayed again after a certain amount of time has passed.
Voltage value is not display and display "Low".
Make sure to fully charge the battery pack before installing it.

CarbonFiberChassis
Noiseisgeneratedinanyareawherealargeamountof
electric current is flowing. Position the receiver and
antennacableasfarawayfromthemotor,battery,ESC,
andtheirassociatedcablesaspossible.(Metalorcarbon
fiber chassis components will also conduct electricity
andgeneratenoise.)
SinceR/Cmodelsarecontrolledviaradiosignals,taking
appropriate measures against noise generated by
on-board equipment is of utmost importance. Take
adequatemeasuresagainstnoisesothatyourmachine
canfullyrealizeyourdrivingpotential.

BatteryPack
Receiver
ESC SiliconCables
Motor
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Keepantennacableawayfromallsourcesofnoise!
When installing the receiver to the chassis or R/C
equipmentdeck/tray,usetwoormorepiecesofthick
double-sidedtapetoraisethereceiveroffthechassis
surface. By increasing the separation between the
receiverandthenoise-generatingcarbon-fiberchassis
components,theeffectsofnoisecanbedecreased.
Raisetheantennacableverticallyfromashighapositionaspossible.Inserttheantennacableintotheantenna
pipesothatthetipoftheantennaalignswiththeendofthepipe.Makethelengthofcablewhichrunsbetween
thereceiver and the pipeas short as possibleandposition the antenna holderas close to thereceiver as
possible. Position the antenna cable away from sources of noise such as the chassis and R/C equipment
deck/tray.Useanantennapipeandantennamountthataremadefromplastic,sincemetalpartswillconduct
noise.
Engine vibrations may damage the receiver. Make sure to attach a
grommet(receiverholder)toreduce theeffects ofsuch vibrations.Do
not attach the receiver directly to the chassis or R/C equipment
deck/tray with double-sided tape. Also position the receiver so that it
doesnotcontacttheheatandexhaustoftheengineandmuffler.
PlasticAntennaPipe PlasticAntennaPipe
PlasticAntennaHolder
Grommet
AluminumAntennaHolder
AluminumAntennaHolder
PianoWire
Double-SidedTape
AntennaCable
SignalReceivingSection
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
Noise
(AcceptablewithFRP
orplasticchassis)
SolderedLugPlate
●ReceiverInstallationonaCarbonFiberChassis
●AntennaInstallation
●InstallingOntoaGlowEngineCar
※InstallthereceiversothatitsLEDsarevisible.
※InstallthereceiversothatitsLEDsarevisible.
※Donotbendorcuttheantennacable.
(Thismaybreaktheantennawireanddeteriorateits
performance.)
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●Countermeasures Against Noise