PERFECTPASS StarGazer User manual

4/9/2019
November 2018
3-Event Mechanical
V 9.2s
Information or assistance:
PerfectPass Control Systems Inc.
14 Trider Crescent
Burnside Industrial Park
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
CANADA B3B 1R6
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4/9/2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page Number
Section 1 - Getting Started 1
Initial Setup
Getting Familiar with PerfectPass
Changing Modes 2
Section 2 - Slalom Mode 3
Selecting Slalom Modes
Calibrating Slalom Speeds 4
GPS Based Slalom 5
Section 3 - Course Mapping 7
-Timing 8
Section 4 - Jump Mode 9
Section 5 - Trick Mode 10
Section 6 - RPM Mode 12
Section 7 - Wakeboard Mode 13
Name List 15
Section 8 - Additional Features/Background Settings 16
User Settings (Setting Clock, Etc.)
System Info (Version #, Battery Voltage)
Engine Set Up/Diagnostics –Servo Testing
LCD Settings –Contrast & Backlight Adjustment
Section 9 - Trouble Shooting/General Information 17
Appendix 1 - Control Issues/Poor Times Tech Support 20
Appendix 2 - All Buoy Timing Information/Timing Charts 24
Section 10 - Installation 25
GPS Receiver 30

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USER’S GUIDE
Section 1. GETTING STARTED
INITIAL SETUP - The display will guide you through this set up. Read slowly and carefully.
Your new PerfectPass system must now complete a short set up procedure to familiarize itself with
your particular boat and engine. (This may have been performed by your dealer if dealer installed)
Step (1) INITIAL HRS 000 You can enter the number of hours on your boat using the UP Key if you
wish to use the PerfectPass hour meter. Press Menu to proceed.
Step (2) The display will now show [read in MPH ^ = Yes]. It is asking you if you would like the display
to operate in mph. If you do, confirm by pressing the UP key. If you want kph press the
DOWN key. (We have selected mph for illustration purposes)
Step (3) [WAKE Edition ^ = Y/ v = 3-Event] The display will now ask if want the system to be a
WakeEdition or a 3-event Edition: For WakeEdition Press UP, for Three Event press DOWN.
Step (4) The display will now move into the AUTO CALIBRATE Slalom mode, described in the next
section.
GENERAL SYSTEM INTERFACE
The System will always be powered & screen active, even when in the OFF Mode.
Turn Control ON or OFF while boat is in neutral or at idle is recommended.
Engaging System- Once you select speed, simply throttle up smoothly and when the actual
speed reaches the set speed, PerfectPass will take over automatically and you will hear an
audible beep. (Do not over throttle)
Disengage System –Simply pull back on the throttle.
BUTTON USE
ON/Off is used to turn control ON or OFF while boat is at idle or in neutral.
The Menu Button is similar to a mouse, the Menu button moves the cursor around the
PerfectPass screen.
UP & DOWN buttons are used to change speeds, settings, etc.
Anytime you see the “^” used in a question such as “Read in MPH ^ = Yes” means press the
UP Button “^” to confirm. The UP Key means Yes.

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CHANGING SCREENS / MODES (Ex. Slalom to Trick)
To change to a different mode, simply press the Menu Button until the Menu Arrow Icon in the
upper right hand corner is highlighted. When the Menu Arrow in upper right corner is dark, press the
UP Key.
Once you press the UP Key and move from the Slalom Screen, the following screen will appear:
To change modes press the MENU key until the desired mode is highlighted. Press the UP key to go
into the highlighted mode. In this example, you would press Up Key to enter Trick Mode.
UP key to Select Highlighted Mode
(Trick)
The Menu Key moves the highlighted screen to the next Mode on the list, when highlighted press
the UP Key to select.
Menu Arrow
(Highlight and Press Up to
Change Modes)

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Section 2. SLALOM MODE
SELECTING SLALOM MODE
There are several slalom modes to choose from:
-AUTOCAL –Slalom RPM Baselines MUST be calibrated for accuracy in this mode before skiing
-GPS Slalom (Official Slalom Speeds)
-Practice Slalom (Same as above but in between speeds available)
-Classic Slalom (Same as 2007 version, RPM Control only)
-Simple Slalom (A new simple to use GPS Slalom Mode for up to 28 off). No “AutoCal” calibration required.
Following calibration, to select the Slalom Mode of your choice (GPS Slalom for most users), simply
highlight the word SLALOM or AUTOCAL at the top of the page using the Menu Key, then press the UP
Key.
Each individual Slalom Speed MUST BE CALIBRATED for accuracy in the AUTOCAL MODE. (The
correct RPM must be set for each speed) Once calibrated, the calibration settings are transferred
automatically to the other slalom modes. Therefore you must CALIBRATE your system at each speed
in this mode before moving to GPS Slalom or Practice Slalom.See Page 4.
Crew Weight
Most users do not need to worry about using the Crew Weight feature. If you calibrate with a crew
of 2 people, then you should be fine leaving it at 0. If you wish to use Crew Weight, enter the weight
of the full crew before calibrating baselines. To access, highlight the word Slalom and press the
DOWN KEY.
Map Courses
GPS Slalom
Practice Mode Slalom
Mode Name
Mode Select List
(MENU key to move,
UP key to select)

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Calibrating Baselines (AUTOCAL)
See AUTOCAL Video at www.perfectpass.com “Support”
No GPS connected or
“No Lock”
Set Point
In this screen, you can calibrate the RPM Baselines for all of the official Slalom speeds.
It automatically selects 34.2 mph to start (Although you can change it to 36 mph)
Step 1. In calm open water and ideally with two people on board, throttle up smoothly until system
beeps to engage. After a few seconds you will notice the digital speed settling towards the 34.2 mph
set point. Once locked at 34.2 it will “beep once”confirming the speed was successfully Calibrated.
Step 2. Once the first speed is calibrated, the set point automatically drops down to 32.3 mph. Once
again it will settle and “beep once” when Calibrated. It will then drop the speed and repeat.
If you allow the AUTO CAL to calibrate all speeds down to 24 mph, once complete it will switch over to
GPS Slalom from AUTO CAL Mode. Or you can stop anytime and switch to MAP COURSE or another
Mode.
In a longer lake you may be able to Calibrate all speeds in one pass. On shorter lakes simply stop at
the end and throttle back up and the AUTOCAL process will continue.
Once all speeds that you wish to Calibrate are complete, you are ready to MAP your Slalom Course so
timing will occur. Then select GPS Slalom, enter the Skier Size Letter and go skiing.
The system will permanently store these baseline settings, even when battery is turned off. The
AUTOCAL procedure should be repeated if the propeller is changed.
IMPORTANT:
1. After AUTOCAL is complete, you will need to “Map” your course so timing will occur. See
Page 7.
2. After “Mapping” is complete, switch to GPS Slalom Mode (O – No Skier Setting) and run a few
timing passes to ensure timing is active, control is smooth and times are near perfect. (See
course mapping video under “Support” at www.perfectpass.com).
3. Before skiing, enter a skier size letter (F, L, N, X).
You need to have “Mapped” the slalom course prior to using GPS Slalom in a course or timing will not
occur.

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GPS SLALOM MODE
GPS Slalom Mode or Practice Mode are the most commonly used.
Set Speed Skier Size (N=Normal)
Course Time Actual Speed
Step.1 Select GPS SLALOM.
Step.2 Select Speed (Use Menu Key to highlight set point).
Step.3 Set Skier Size (ex: N) (Use Menu Key to highlight skier size).
Step 4 Tow Skier. (Pull skier up smoothly until engagement beep, do not over throttle in a short
set up).
TIMES - At the end of the course the full segment time will be on the screen. For mid course or “all
buoy” times, use Menu Key to highlight the time and press Down Key. (See Page 8).
SKIER SIZE –Remember in GPS Slalom or Practice Slalom, you must have a Skier Size Letter selected
(F,L,N,X) when towing a skier. To change letters, simply highlight the letter (Ex; N) and press the up
or down keys to make a change.
F FEATHER –For very small skiers.
L LIGHT –For skiers 120 –160 pounds
N NORMAL –160 –200 Pounds
X XLARGE –For 200 + pounds.
O No Skier timing check –For system testing, timing checks only.
PRACTICE MODE
In this mode, you can tweak the set speed so you can train at in-between speeds. (The pull and
system control is identical to GPS Slalom).
USING CLASSIC MODE
Use Menu Key to highlight the skier
size setting, press UP or DOWN to
change.
Set Point
Skier Size Setting
Highlight fine adjust and
tweak set speed UP or
DOWN

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USING CLASSIC MODE - RPM Based (Non GPS Enhanced)
Step.1 Select speed and enter weight of crew. (Highlight slalom heading & press DOWN key).
Step.2 Enter the Skiers Weight on screen.
Step.3 Tow skier through course.
Step.4 At the end of course, review times and if slow or fast, use the RPM Adjust in upper left
hand corner to tweak speed. (ie: More rpm if slow, less if fast)
SIMPLE SLALOM
Slalom Mode
1. Select Simple Slalom Mode. Simply set your speed and go.
2. If you wish to time your passes in a slalom course, you must “MAP” the course.
3. You can select speeds in .6 mph (1.0 kph) increments. The official speeds in MPH are: 24.9,
26.7, 28.6, 30.4, 32.3, 34.2, 36.0
4. The only adjustment to the pull is a value called “Pull Factor” found by highlighting the Menu
Arrow > in upper right corner, then press UP KEY. The word SLALOM is now highlighted, press
DOWN KEY for “Pull Factor”. Standard is 50, a higher value is more aggressive. (Range is 25–
100). We do not expect that you will need to adjust this.
5. Timing –If you “MAP” your course, the screen will show your Ball 3 and full course times as
you exit the course.
1. RPM Adjust
2. Name/Mode/Crew
3. Menu Arrow
4. Speed/SETPOINT
5. Course Times
6. Skier Weight
8. KX (Pull)
7. PX (Rope)
Tachometer

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Section 3. COURSE MAPPING –NO MAGNET TIMING
Watch this on video under “Support” at www.perfectpass.com
Step. 1 Locate “Map Courses” on your screen, highlight and press UP Key.
Highlight “Map Courses” and press Up to Enter.
Step. 2 You will see where you have the ability to Map Three (3) Courses. To enter the
coordinates for the first course highlight line 1. Press the UP Key to select Course 1.
Highlight the course you wish to map & press UP to
select.
UP Key at DOWN Key at Entrance in opposite direction Entrance
(Entry 1) (Entry 2)
Note: Only the entrance gates from each direction will be “mapped”.
Step. 3 Starting at one end of the course, idle the boat towards and through the entrance
gates. As you pass through the gates and the gate buoys are parallel to the rear of the
boat, press the UP KEY. (Entry 1) The display will beep to confirm coordinates are
locked. (See Figure A).
Drive to the other end of the course, turn boat around and idle back through the
entrance gates into the course and press the DOWN KEY (Entry 2) as the gate buoys
pass parallel to the rear of the boat. The display will beep.
(If you made an error you can simply repeat the procedure, press the UP or DOWN
KEY again and it will overwrite the original coordinates).
Figure A
Course #1 is now mapped
and you are finished.
Use MENU Key to proceed.
E
E

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MENU Arrow
To leave this screen, use MENU Key to highlight MENU
arrow and press UP Key.
If you wish to Map another course, highlight course #2 and press UP. Repeat procedure.
To clear any course you have mapped, select the course # (ie. Course 1) and press the OFF KEY to
clear the screen or simply “re-map” that course.
Press OFF Key to clear coordinates
After “Mapping” return to GPS Slalom mode and run a pass to confirm timing operation. Timing will
trigger automatically any time you enter any mapped course.
Jump Course –If you are going to “Map” a jump course, select Course #3. When mapping a jump
course, you only map the “Entrance” location.
TIMING
At the end of any timed pass, the full course time will appear at the bottom left of the screen.
Full Course Time
Use MENU Key to highlight the Full Course Time and press UP or DOWN Key to see the “All Ball
Times”.
Ball One Time
Mid Course Time
All Ball Times

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Section 4. JUMP MODE
For details on running the system for competitive style Jumping, see Manuals under “Support” at
www.perfectpass.com
WARNING –Jump Skiing is inherently dangerous. If you are going to use PerfectPass for Jumping you
will need to ensure the following:
A. The course is accurate and is Mapped so Timing works properly.
B. The RPM Baselines for each jump speed must be calibrated accurately.
C. A Jump Switch is required.
D. The driver/operator is experienced in driving this event and with using PerfectPass.

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Section 5. TRICK MODE
USING TRICK MODE
The trick mode is controlled via the speed signal from the GPS Receiver. (You simply select the
desired speed and go.
The main Trick screen will appear as:
1. SETPOINT
The speed at which would like the boat to engage and control. This number is adjusted in 0.1
mph (0.2 kph) increments. It can be adjusted while engaged (“on the fly”), or before it is
engaged.
2. Menu Arrow
Highlight Menu Arrow in upper right corner. Press UP key to change modes (Back to Slalom)
or to access KD settings:
As mentioned above this allows you to
change modes and mode settings.
TRICK DRIVING
Using Trick mode is relatively easy. Turn control ON, select the desired speed and drive smoothly to
the SETPOINT so PerfectPass can seamlessly take over. If you accelerate aggressively past the
SETPOINT, it will take the system several seconds to lock in the speed.
You should keep your hand on the throttle to ensure it does not pull back and disengage the system.
If you see the “More Throttle” on the screen, this indicates the system needs a little more manual
throttle.
3. Menu Arrow
2. Name/Mode
1. SETPOINT
Speed
Tachometer
Mode Indicator

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If the skier falls, pull back on the throttle to disengage system. Slowly return to skier and pull them
back up again. System will take over automatically once SETPOINT is reached. Speed changes can be
made “on the fly”.
When you are finished with the speed control, go to neutral and press the ON/OFF key.
TRICK SETTINGS
Trick Setting (KD) is accessed by pressing the Down Key when the word “TRICK” is highlighted. See
above illustration.
Kd –This adjustable parameter controls the “firmness of the Pull”. The higher the number, = more
aggressive pull. Normal range 14 –28.

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Section 6. RPM MODE
USING RPM MODE
In this mode, the screen will appear as follows:
Operating in this mode is very similar to using the Wakeboard or Trick modes, except the system is
now controlling to an RPM SETPOINT.
RPM DRIVING
Prior to towing the rider / skier, select the RPM SETPOINT by using the UP or DOWN keys with the
SETPOINT highlighted on the screen. Pull the rider up smoothly and continue to accelerate up to or
beyond the RPM SETPOINT so the system can engage and take control.
Changes can be made to the RPM SETPOINT while the system in engaged (“on the fly”) to fine-tune
the RPM you desire.
2. Menu Arrow
1. SETPOINT
Speed
Tachometer
Mode Indicator

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Section 7. WAKEBOARD MODE
USING WAKEBOARD MODE
This is a speed-based mode using the GPS Data to control similar to the TRICK mode. The Main
Wakeboard Screen will appear as follows:
1. SETPOINT
The speed at which would like the boat to engage and control. This number is adjusted in
0.25 mph (0.5 kph) increments. It can be adjusted while engaged (“on the fly”), or before it is
engaged.
2. Name/Mode/Crew
This section of the screen displays either the Mode Name or a Skier’s Name pulled from the
Name List.
Press UP key to access the Name List:
Name List is discussed on Page 15.
3. Menu Arrow
Press UP key to change modes or mode settings:
As mentioned above this allows you to
change modes and mode settings.
3. Menu Arrow
2. Name/Mode
1. SETPOINT
Speed
Tachometer
Mode Indicator

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DRIVING WAKEBOARD
Select the desired SETPOINT by pressing the UP or DOWN keys. Pull the rider up normally and
accelerate smoothly up to or slightly beyond the target speed. Once PerfectPass sees the actual
speed reach the SETPOINT it will automatically take control and will notify you of this with an audible
beep. (Top line will become highlighted during engagement).
While in engaged the WakeboardPro should hold a smooth steady speed in a straight course down
the lake. The driver should keep their hand on the throttle for safety, and to prevent it from pulling
back on its own which will cause PerfectPass to disengage.
The key to driving is to smoothly drive to the SETPOINT so the system can seamlessly take control. If
you accelerate aggressively past the SETPOINT it will hunt around for several seconds before settling
in. You will hear an audible beep when the system automatically takes control. If the rider falls,
simply pull back on the throttle and the system will disengage.
To Disengage System: If the rider falls simply slow the boat down. This will disengage speed control.
Return to rider slowly and pull up again. System will once again take over when SETPOINT is reached.
Turns / Over-riding the system: As the boat enters a turn, the engine RPM may increase to keep the
craft at the SETPOINT. If the driver would like less throttle (so the rider does not get whipped) then
simply pull back some on the throttle and help the system maintain a safe speed. As you complete
the turn, move the throttle gently forward and the system will re-take control. (The driver can
override the system at any time by pulling back or advancing the throttle).
Wake Surfing in Wakeboard mode is excellent in the 9 –11 mph range. Prior to using your boat for
wake surfing, check with your boat builder or dealer to confirm it is safe for this sport.
WAKEBOARD SETTINGS
Wakeboard Settings are accessed by pressing the UP key on the Main Wakeboard Screen with the
highlighted. Then press the DOWN key when WAKEBOARD is highlighted on the Mode Select Screen.
KdW (Pull Characteristic) - KdW can be changed using the UP or DOWN keys with it highlighted on
the screen. Higher values = more aggressive control response. Factory setting is 80-90. (Example:
Heavily loaded boats may need a different value to maintain a steady, crisp pull. Try values from 40
to 100 to see what is best. After adjustment, press MENU to proceed.

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QUICK LIST -NAME LIST
This version of PerfectPass allows you to store up to four names and their preferred speed.
The Name List can be accessed by pressing the UP key when the NAME/MODE section is
highlighted or by going into the SUBMENU and selecting the Name List. Once in the Name List
press the MENU key to move through the list. With the desired name highlighted press the
UP key to select the name from the list and load their settings or press the DOWN key to edit
the name.
Creating Names –First enter the Name List. Press the MENU key until [NEW ENTRY] is
highlighted. Then press the UP key to enter a new name. The following screen will then
appear:
Scroll through the alphabet using UP & DOWN keys, and then press MENU to move to next
position. Press the MENU key to move through the settings. If you are programming a JUMP
or SLALOM name there will be another page of settings to enter.
Deleting/Editing Names –As you scroll through list of names, instead of pressing UP key to
select that name, press the DOWN key to edit or delete.

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Section 8. ADDITIONAL FEATURES/BACKGROUND SETTINGS
(Menu & UP Keys together)
User Settings –Switch to MPH <>KPH, Set Clock, Water Temp Calibration (if available), Turn Compass
ON/OFF
System Info –Battery Voltage, System Hours, Software/ Hardware Version
Engine Set Up –To switch from V8 <>V6, Invert RPM Signal (Consult with PerfectPass Tech Support)
Diagnostics –For Servo Motor Testing, Rope Switch Test/GPS Testing, etc. (See Trouble shooting for
Servo Testing)
LCD Settings –For Screen Contrast / Backlighting adjustment
Settings Screen Map
Press the MENU and UP keys together from the main screen to access the Settings list. Pressing the
MENU key will move your curser through the list, highlighting the different options. Pressing the UP
key will select the highlighted list item. Some of the screens have multiple pages of information, press
the MENU key to navigate to the next page(s). The ON/OFF key can be pressed to quickly exit settings
and return to the main cruise control screen.
*See Page 21 for more information on
Inverting RPM.
* See Page 17 & 18 for more information on
Servo motor testing.
* Setting Clock –Also see Page 19 “K”.

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Section 9. TROUBLE SHOOTING / GENERAL INFORMATION
Detailed Trouble Shooting documents and videos can be found on line at www.perfectpass.com .
See Support, “Trouble shooting”.
You can learn a lot from just turning on key and watching system start up. Every time PerfectPass is
powered you will see the back light in display turn on followed by a beep as the screen becomes
active. When the Master Module sees a solid 12 volts +, the Intel processor starts which puts the
data on screen and the servo motor will perform its “auto tighten” check.
A. NOT CONTROLLING
Servo Motor “Auto tighten” Test (See video under Support)
Check: To confirm proper operation of the 4 phase servo motor, perform the following test.
With key OFF, check to see if servo motor can be easily turned and that set screw in knob is
snug. (It should turn freely, if not the motor may be seized) Turn knob in clockwise direction
until snug, and then turn it back counter clockwise one full turn.
Now turn key ON and servo should perform its “auto tighten” function and wind in the cable
(approximately ¾ of a turn). (Every time system is powered, it will do an “auto tighten” which
confirms all electrical phases are OK). Ideally, you should hold knob gently during “auto
tighten” test to put a little extra load on the motor to check the connections.
Remember the servo motor will run very hot, particularly the gold resistor.
If motor does not wind in or just vibrates, then an electrical connection is likely bad. Unplug
both connectors at servomotor and closely inspect the crimps and wiring. Gently pull on each
wire to make sure the wire is securely crimped. Also check the connectors on the gray servo
power cable at both ends (See servo testing in Section C for detailed testing).
If this test is OK, do a “Linkage Test” as described in Section B.
B. Linkage Test - With key OFF, push the manual throttle open to ¾ position. Then take the black
knob on servo motor and slowly wind the knob in a counter clockwise direction, then in a
clockwise direction. As you do this, the throttle will slowly open and close with each step of the
motor. In no place should the cable catch or hook as this will cause the system to surge. If the
cable comes into contact with any part, fuel rail, cross over pipe or decorative engine cover,
adjust cable and servo as required. (The cable should have a nice smooth bend and be in good
alignment with the throttle connection. If you feel the cable is too long, contact PerfectPass)
The brass L adapter should freely swivel as the throttle opens & closes.
(If your boat has a plastic decorative engine shroud, you may wish to remove it temporarily and
see if the problem disappears).

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With key OFF, push manual throttle to full open and back to neutral. Does PerfectPass throttle
cable move forward and back freely without jamming or rubbing against cover, fuel rails, etc?
C. Servo Motor Testing –Press Menu & Up Keys together and use Menu Key to go to
“Diagnostics”. Up Key to enter.
Press Up Key to select.
The system will turn servo on and off to see voltage drop. Press Menu Key to
proceed.
System will test continuity of wiring to servo. Press Menu Key to proceed.
If wiring is good, it will show as “Passed”. Press Menu Key to proceed.
Servo will now rotate back and forth. Watch black knob rotating. Press Menu
Key to proceed.
If the Servo Test shows “Failed” then it is likely a bad wire in one of the White Plugs at Servo.
(Disconnect & pull gently on each wire to check integrity) If all looks OK then it may be a bad
motor. The Gold Resistor on Servo Bracket should be VERY HOT to touch. If not, check RED
Wire for integrity. If wiring good, Resistor may be bad.
D. System surging in neutral –Check gap between the PerfectPass cable & the Morse control /
Teleflex cable. There should be No Gap. (See photo C in instruction manual).
E. System accelerates past set point –If the system accelerates past the set point and is very slow
to work back to the set speed, the engine throttle return spring may be weak. PerfectPass can
open the throttle, but depends on the engine return spring to bring it back towards neutral. A